Controlling the Freezer Temperature

When setting the freezer temperature, you must take into account the following factors:

◆ The amount of food to be frozen

◆ The temperature of the room in which the fridge/freezer is placed

To...		Then set the temperature to...

◆	Store large quantities	QUICK FREEZING
	of food (freezer full)
◆	Make ice cubes
◆ Fast-freeze food

Store an average amount		NORMALBeten COLDER and COLD
of food

Store a small amount of food		QUICK COOLING
(freezer relatively empty)

Put the freezer compartment		WINTER
in winter mode when the ambient
temperature drops below 10˚c.

➢ Depending on the room temperature, you may need to turn the freezer up or down slightly.

Freezing Food

Follow the recommendations below when storing food in the freezer.

1 Store food in small quantities or as individual servings, so that you can defrost as much or as little as you like.

2Do not refreeze food that has already been frozen and then

defrosted.

3Put the food to be frozen in containers with lids or in airtight plastic freezer bags, removing any excess air in the bags.

4 Respect the maximum storage times indicated on pre-packed frozen food.

5 Do not place food on top of the evaporation slots.

6 Try and maintain easy access to the temperature dial in case you need to adjust the temperature.

7 Leave the door open for as little time as possible. Make sure that it is properly closed after use.