DAILY FOOD STORAGE
Place different foods in different compartments according to the recommendations
below.
Freezer Compartment
Top shelves
Middle shelves
Bottom shelves
Freezing Fresh Food
■ The freezer is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen
food for a long time.
■ Place fresh food to be frozen in the bottom compartment.
■ Check the rating plate for the maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24
hours.
■ The freezing process lasts 24 hours. Do not add other food during this time.
Thawing
■ Frozen food can be thawed in the fridge or at room temperature, depending on
the time you have.
■ Some smaller foods can be cooked straight from the freezer, but they may require
additional cooking time.
Ice cubes
This appliance may be equipped with one or more trays for making ice cubes.
HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS
To help you make the most out of your freezer and frozen foods, follow these useful
frozen food and energy saving tips.
Hints for Frozen Food
■ Only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned foods.
■ Store food in small portions for quick and thorough defrosting and reduce waste.
■ Wrap food in aluminium foil or plastic ensuring it is airtight.
■ Do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch frozen food as this may cause a
temperature rise in the latter.
■ Ice or frozen water-based products, if consumed immediately after removal from
the freezer compartment, can cause the skin to be freeze burnt.
■ Lean foods store better and for longer than fatty foods.
■ Salt reduces the storage life of food.
■ Position the frozen food so that the use by date is visible on each packet when
you open the door.
■ Transfer purchased frozen goods to your freezer as quickly as possible.
Type of Food
Ice-cream, frozen fruit or frozen pre-cooked foods.
Frozen vegetables or chips.
Raw meat (beef, lamb, pork, poultry and fish).
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