Defrosting Your Refrigerator
When? For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the freezer
compartment when the frost on the refrigerator walls is excessive or ¼ inch thick.
The refrigerator is equipped with a "Push Button" (semi-automatic) defrost thermostat system. To
activate the defrost cycle, simply push (in) the red defrost button located in the center of the control
dial (do not turn the control dial to 0). The defrost cycle is initiated immediately. When defrosting is
complete, the "Push Button" will release (pop-out) automatically and resume normal operating
conditions at the same temperature setting.
Note: If the "Push Button" is activated (pushed-in) accidentally, it will not be possible to "manually"
pull- out the push button (deactivate the defrost cycle). You must let the defrost cycle run its course.
CAUTION: Do not use boiling water because it may damage the plastic parts. In addition, never
use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils and will
void the warranty. We recommend using a plastic scraper.
Freezing Fresh Foods
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Proper use of the refrigerator, adequately packed food, correct temperature and taking into account
hygienic precautions will substantially influence the quality of freezing the food or storing of the
frozen foods.
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This compartment is designed for the long-term storage of frozen food.
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The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be exceeded.
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Pre-packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen foods
manufacturer's instructions for a frozen food storage compartment or home freezer.
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Place frozen food into the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. If there are instructions
on the packet, carefully follow these instructions regarding storage times.
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Carefully select food you intend to freeze, it should be of adequate quality and suitable for freezing.
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Use correct packaging and wrap it tight.
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The packaging should be airtight and shouldn't leak since this could cause substantial vitamin loss
and dehydration of foods.
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Foils and bags should be soft enough to tightly wrap around the foods.
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When preparing foods to be frozen, consider sanitary precautions.
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Mark packages with following data: kind and amount of foods and the date of loading.
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It is extremely important that the food is frozen as quickly as possible.
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If the loading amount is too large, the quality of freezing is reduced which affects the quality of
frozen foods.
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