NOTE:
Turning the temperature control to the "0" position stops the cooling cycle
but does not shut off the power to the appliance.
If the unit is unplugged, loses power or turned off, wait 3 to 5 minutes
before restarting the unit. If you attempt to restart before this time delay,
the appliance will not start.
If you choose to change the thermostat setting, adjust the thermostat
control by one setting at a time. Allow several hours for the temperature to
stabilize between adjustments.
The combination of drawers that result in the most efficient use of energy for
the appliance is the default configuration after you open the package.
Storing & freezing food in the freezer
This appliance is a four-star freezer and is suitable for the long-term storage
of frozen food items. It can also be used for freezing and storing fresh food
items. Always follow the storage guidelines printed on the food packaging.
To avoid food waste, the following information is provided as a general guide
for the maximum storage life of frozen items:
We suggest you use thermostat setting 4.
Fresh meat and poultry - up to 12 months
Cooked meats - up to 2 months
Fresh fish - up to 6 months
Fruit and vegetables - up to 12 months
Bread and cakes - up to 6 months
Freezing does not sterilize. It is therefore important to observe some simple
hygiene rules. When preparing your food for freezing, wash your hands
before touching the food and clean the kitchen tools you have just used
before using them again.
Only freeze fresh, good quality food. Refer to the "Food Freezing Guide" to
know which products you can freeze and how long you can keep them.
Blanch fruit and vegetables (plunge them in boiling water for few moments)
before freezing to preserve their colour, smell, taste and vitamins.
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