in case the packing bags are frozen together. Foods should be packed or covered by such
suitable materials as are firm, tasteless, impervious to air and water, non-toxic and
pollution-free, to avoid cross-contamination and transfer of odor.
Tips for shopping the frozen foods
1. When you are buying frozen food, look at the Storage Guidelines on the packaging. You
will be able to store each item of frozen food for the period shown against the star rating.
This is usually the period stated as "Best to use them before×", found on the front of the
packaging.
2. Check the temperature of the frozen food cabinet in the shop where you buy the frozen
foods.
3. Make sure the frozen food package is in perfect condition.
4. Always buy frozen products last on your shopping trip or visit to the supermarket.
5. Try to keep frozen food together whilst shopping and on the journey home, as this will help
to keep the food cooler.
6. Don't buy frozen food unless you can freeze it straight away. Special insulated bags can
be bought from most supermarkets and hardware shops. These keep the frozen foods cold
longer.
7. For some foods, thawing before cooking is unnecessary. Vegetables and pasta can be
added directly to boiling water or steam cooked. Frozen sauces and soups can be put into
a saucepan and heated gently until thawed.
8. Use quality food and handle it as little as possible. When foods are frozen in small quantities,
it will take less than for them to freeze up and thaw.
9. Estimate the amount of foods to be frozen up. When freezing large amounts of fresh food,
adjust the temperature control knob to the low mode, with the freezer temperature lowered.
So, foods can be frozen up in fast manner, with the food freshness well kept.
TIPS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
Moving the refrigerator/freezer
• Location
Do not place your refrigerator/freezer near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator. Avoid
it from direct sunlight in out-buildings or sun lounges.
• Leveling
Make sure to level your refrigerator/freezer using the front leveling feet. If not level, the
refrigerator/freezer door gasket sealing performance will be affected, or even it may lead to the
operating failure of your refrigerator/freezer.
After locating the refrigerator/freezer in position, wait for 4 hours before using it, so as to allow
the refrigerant to settle.
• Installation
Do not cover or block the vents or grilles of your appliance.
When you are out for a long time
− If the appliance will not be used for several months, turn it off first, and then unplug the plug
from the wall outlet.
− Take out all foods.
− Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the door ajar:
block it open or have the door removed if necessary.
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