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5.6 Hints for freezing and storing frozen food
To obtain the best performance, observe the followings.
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The maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hours is shown on the rating
plate of the appliance.
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The freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be added
during this period;
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Only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned, foodstuffs;
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Prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to
make it possible subsequently to thaw only the quantity required;
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Wrap up the food in tin foil or polythene and make sure that the packages are airtight;
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Do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding
a rise in temperature of the latter.
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Lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of
food;
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Water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment,
can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt.
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It is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable you to
keep tab of the storage time.
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Be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the food store to the freezer in the
shortest possible time.
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Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary.
Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be re-frozen.
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Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer.
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Do not store bottled drink in the freezer compartment to prevent burst or other losses.
5.7 Refrigerating fresh food
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The refrigerator compartment is suitable for storing a wide variety of fruits, vegetables,
beverages and other food for consumption within a short period of time.
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Most food stored in the refrigerator should be consumed fresh within 3 to 5 days,
depending on the food type.
5.8 Hints for fresh food refrigeration
To obtain the best performance, observe the followings.
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Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator.
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Cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavour. Wrap in polythene bags
and place on the glass shelves above the vegetable drawer.
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For safety, store in this way only one or two days at the most.
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Cooked foods, cold dishes should be covered and may be placed on any shelf.
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Fruit and vegetables should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the special drawer
(crisper) provided.
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Butter and cheese should be placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in tin foil
or polythene bags to exclude as much air as possible.
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Milk bottles should have a cap and should be stored in the door racks.
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Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the fridge.
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