Miele KF 7544 Using the refrigerator section efficiently, Different storage zones, Coldest zone

Using the refrigerator section efficiently

Different storage zones

Natural air circulation gives rise to dif- ferent temperature zones inside the re- frigerator section. Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest section of the appliance. Make use of the different zones when placing food in the appliance.

Coldest zone

The coldest zone in the refrigerator sec- tion is directly above the vegetable containers.

Use this for all delicate and highly per- ishable food, e.g.

–fish, meat, poultry,

–sausage products, ready meals,

–dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream

–fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza or quiche dough,

–soft cheese and other dairy prod- ucts,

–pre-packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it should be kept at a minimum temper- ature of 4 °C.

Warmest zone

The warmest zone is in the top section of the refrigerator door. Use this for stor- ing butter and cheese.

Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products con- taining combustible gas (e.g. spray cans). Danger of explosion.

If storing alcohol with a high per- centage proof, make sure it is tightly closed, and store upright.

Do not store cooking oil in the refrig- erator door.

Traces of oil can cause stress cracks to occur in the plastic com- ponents in the door.

Food must not touch the back wall of the appliance. Otherwise it may freeze to the back wall.

Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator

Not all food is suitable for refrigeration. These include:

–Fruit and vegetables which are sensi- tive to cold, such as bananas, avo- cado pears, papaya, passion fruit, aubergines, peppers, tomatoes and cucumbers

–Fruit which is not yet ripe

–Potatoes

–Some hard cheeses

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