HINTS
Hints for freezingY it is advisable to show the freezing-in date on
each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of
To help you make the most of the freezing process,the storage time;
here are some important hints:Y on the inner door or special card (if supplied) you
Y the maximum quantity of food which can bewill find sketches of various animals and food
frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate;types together with the recommended storage
time (in months) from the time of freezing;
Y the freezing process takes 24 hours. No furtherY do not put carbonated liquids (fizzy drinks,
food to be frozen should be added during thisetc.) in the freezer compartment as they may
period; burst.
Y only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly
cleaned, foodstuffs;
Y prepare food in small portions to enable it to beHints for storage of frozen food
rapidly and completely frozen and to make itTo obtain the best performance from this appliance,
possible subsequently to thaw only the quantityyou should:
required;
Y make sure that the commercially frozen
Y wrap up the food in aluminium foil or polythenefoodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer;
and make sure that the packages are airtight;Y be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred
Y do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food
which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise infrom the foodstore to the freezer in the shortest
temperature of the latter;possible time;
Y lean foods store better and longer than fattyY not open the door frequently or leave it open
ones; salt reduces the storage life of food;longer than absolutely necessary.
Y Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and
Y water ices, if consumed immediately aftercannot be refrozen.
removal from the freezer compartment, can
possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt;Y Do not exceed the storage period indicated by
the food manufacturer.
MAINTENANCE
Unplug the appliance before carrying outPeriods of non-operation
any maintenance operation.
When the appliance is not in use for long periods,
Warningtake the following precautions:
This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its coolingremove the plug from the wall socket;
unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore
only be carried out by authorized technicians.remove all food;
defrost and clean the interior and all accessories;
Periodic cleaningleave the door ajar to allow air to circulate to prevent
unpleasant smells.
Clean the inside with warm water and bicarbonate of
soda. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Clean the condenser (black grill) and the
compressor at the back of the appliance with a
brush or a vacuum cleaner. This operstion will
improve the performance of the appliance and save
electricity consumption.
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