Moving the appliance
TIPS FOR FOOD STORAGE
Position different food in different compartments according to be below table:
Refrigerator compartment
Door or balconies of fridge
compartment
Crisper drawers (salad drawer)
Fridge shelf – middle
Fridge shelf – top
Freezer drawer(s)/tray
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It's suggested to set the temperature at 4°C in the fridge compartment, and, whether
possible, at -18°C in the freezer compartment.
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For most food categories, the longest storage time in the fridge compartment is achieved
with colder temperatures. Since some particular products (as fresh fruits and vegetables)
may be damaged with colder temperatures, it is suggested to keep them in the crisper
drawers, whenever present. If not present, maintain an average setting of the thermostat.
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For frozen food, refer to the storage time written on the food packaging. This storage
time is achieved whenever the setting respects the reference temperatures of the
compartment (one-star -6°C, two stars -12°C, three stars -18°C)
Tips for storing food in the fridge
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Keep your fridge temperature below 5°C.
Hot food must be cooled to room temperature before storing in the appliance.
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Foods stored in the refrigerator should be washed and dried before storing.
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Food to be stored should be properly sealed to avoid odour or taste alterations. It is
advisable to keep food covered with materials that are tasteless, impermeable to air and
water, non-toxic and free of pollution, to avoid contamination or odour transfer.
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It is recommended not to obstruct the air outlets of the refrigerator compartment.
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Do no store excessive quantities of food. Leave spaces between foods to allow cold air
flowing around them, for a better and more homogenous cooling.
Leave a gap between foods and the inner walls, allowing air flowing. In special way don't
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Type of food
Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams,
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juices, drinks, condiments
Do not store perishable foods
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Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be placed
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separately in the crisper bin
Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes, garlic in
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the refrigerator
Dairy products, eggs
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Foods that do not need cocking, such as ready-
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to-eat foods, deli meats, leftovers
Foods for long-term storage
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Bottom drawer for raw meat, poultry, fish
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Middle drawer for frozen vegetables, chips
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Top tray for ice cream, frozen fruit, frozen baked
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goods
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