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Food storage guide

Category

Product

Refrigerator

Freezer

Storage Tips

Meat

Sausages and Mince

1-2 Days

2-3 Months

Keep cold meat at the back of the 
refrigerator where it is coldest.

Plastic can cause meat to sweat if 
stored in refrigerator for more than  
a day.

Roast can take up to 48 hours to 
defrost properly, transfer frozen roast 
to the refrigerator 2 days before use.

Chops and Steak

3-4 Days

4-6 Months

Cold Meats

3-5 Days

4-6 Months

Roasts

3-5 Days

12 Months

Poultry

Chicken

1-2 Days

2 Months

If poultry takes on a smell or colour 
you are unsure about, it is best to  
throw it out.

Whole eggs are not suitable for 
freezing, slightly beaten eggs may  
be frozen for four months.

Roast Chicken

3-5 Days

12 Months

Eggs

6 Weeks

Not Suitable

Seafood

Whole fish and fillets

2-3 Days

2 Months

Store in an airtight container or foil.

Never freeze prawns in salty water as 
this will dehydrate the flesh.

Lobster and crab

1-2 Days

2 Months

Prawns

1-2 Days

2 Months

Dairy

Milk

Until Expiry Date

Not Suitable

If dairy takes on a smell or colour and 
you are unsure about it, it is best to 
throw it out.

Depending on the variety hard cheese 
can last from 2 weeks to 2 months.

Yoghurt

7- 10 Days

Not Suitable

Hard Cheeses

2 Weeks – 2 Months

2 Months (Grated)

Soft Cheeses

1-2 Weeks

Not Suitable

Butter

8 Weeks

12 Months

Fruit & 
Vegetables

Every fruit and vegetable has a different shelf 
life. Some stay fresh for a couple of days e.g  
beans, others can last for a couple of months 
e.g. onions.

8-12 Months

When freezing 
chop and blanch in 
small portions.

Keep vegetables in the crisper  
and away from the air vents to  
avoid freezing.

Don’t wash fruit and vegetables before 
storing them in the refrigerator as this 
can make them susceptible to rotting.

Left Overs

Homemade meals

3-4 Days

2-6 Months

Store in sealed container.
Freeze meals in small portion sizes to 
limit wastage.

TIPS & INFORMATION

 important

Please note, use this information as a guide only, 

actual storage times will vary depending on how you 

use your refrigerator, climatic conditions and the 

freshness of the food.

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Food storage guide

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Страница 1: ...Refrigeration User Manual Top Mount Bottom Mount ...

Страница 2: ...he risks that are always present when you use an electric appliance it is important that the refrigerator is installed correctly and that you read the safety instructions carefully to avoid misuse and hazards We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners After unpacking the refrigerator please check it is not damaged If in doubt do not...

Страница 3: ...inside any refrigerator or freezer If you do so you may cause an explosion Do not damage the refrigerant circuit This appliance contains insulation formed with flammable blowing gases Avoid safety hazards by carefully disposing of this appliance If you wish to discard this refrigerator please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal When you dispose of your old ref...

Страница 4: ...ing KTM5402P illustrated SpillSafe glass shelves The glass shelves improve visibility and isolate leaks preventing spills from dripping down to the shelves below FlexStor door bins Slide FlexStor bins to meet different storage needs To remove lift and tilt To replace tilt the top and push down until locked in place Door storage bin The door bin can be removed by lifting it up over the support lugs...

Страница 5: ...lves The glass shelves improve visibility and isolate leaks preventing spills from dripping down to the shelves below FlexStor bins Slide FlexStor bins to meet different storage needs To remove lift and tilt To replace tilt the top and push down until locked in place Door storage bin The door bin can be removed by lifting it up over the support lugs To replace push down over the support lugs to lo...

Страница 6: ...or with a rear gap of less than 100 mm Y recommended clearance at the top of the refrigerator increases from 50mm to 90mm X minimum When positioned in a corner area spacing of at least 350mm 300mm for multi door models on the hinge side will allow the doors to open enough to enable the removal of bins and shelves NOTE Doors are designed to sit proud of cabinetry not flush The clearances shown abov...

Страница 7: ...hours to check it is running properly Using your refrigerator Refrigerators work by transferring heat from the food inside to the outside air This operation makes the back and sides of the refrigerator feel warm or even hot particularly at start up and on warm days this is normal Avoid placing food against the air vents in the refrigerator as it affects efficient circulation If the door is opened ...

Страница 8: ...anty page for contact details Removing features Temperature control If you want to change the temperature ensure that you make only small adjustments and wait 24 hours to see if it s correct to your liking Top mount freezer temperature adjustment 1 Select the freezer control 2 Slide the control to the right as per image below 3 Slide the control to the left as per image below Set to less cold Summ...

Страница 9: ...commercial kitchen cleaners aerosol cleaners metal polishes caustic or abrasive cleaners or scourers to clean your refrigerator Many commercially available cleaning products and detergents contain solvents that will damage your refrigerator Use only a soft cloth with an unscented mild soap and lukewarm water WARNING caution To clean a crisper or freezer bin with telescopic extension slides simply ...

Страница 10: ...ns 1 2 Days 2 Months Dairy Milk Until Expiry Date Not Suitable If dairy takes on a smell or colour and you are unsure about it it is best to throw it out Depending on the variety hard cheese can last from 2 weeks to 2 months Yoghurt 7 10 Days Not Suitable Hard Cheeses 2 Weeks 2 Months 2 Months Grated Soft Cheeses 1 2 Weeks Not Suitable Butter 8 Weeks 12 Months Fruit Vegetables Every fruit and vege...

Страница 11: ...floor walls and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them Concern What to do Motor noise compressor Nothing This is normal as your new refrigerator uses a high speed compressor which switches on and off during operation Note that the compressor noise may seem louder at the start of the on cycle A clicking...

Страница 12: ...s normal because the appliance transfers heat from the inside out through the outer panels and the divider between the doors Ensure the appliance has the external clearances recommended in the section Installing your new appliance The exterior of the cabinet will be much warmer on warmer days it may even feel hot to touch as the appliance is working harder Frost build up Check that all doors are f...

Страница 13: ...ther Refer to section Installing your new appliance Self close not working Check if your appliance has self closing hinges as not all models do It indicates that the appliance needs to be tilted backwards a little further Refer to section Installing your new appliance Door not sealing properly Ensure there is nothing that is preventing the door from closing such as appliance contents or items plac...

Страница 14: ...Notes 14 Notes ...

Страница 15: ...ormal wear and tear iv power surges electrical storm damage or incorrect power supply v incomplete or improper installation vi incorrect improper or inappropriate operation vii insect or vermin infestation viii failure to comply with any additional instructions supplied with the Appliance b the Appliance is modified without authority from Electrolux in writing c the Appliance s serial number or wa...

Страница 16: ...r com au NEW ZEALAND phone 0800 436 245 fax 0800 225 088 email customercare electrolux co nz web kelvinator co nz For more information on all Kelvinator appliances or for dimension and installation information call into your retailer phone or email our customer care team or visit our website Kelvinator We are part of the Electrolux family Share more of our thinking at electrolux com au ...

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