Proper Storage
The cooling fan ensures an even tem- perature distribution in the fridge. There is a max. temperature differ- ence of 1 °C. Foods with different lengths of storage time can therefore be arranged on the shelves as you like, without having to take into account the different temperature zones which usually occur. The tem- perature in the fruit and vegetable drawer is around 3 - 4 °C higher than the fridge temperature set. The example arrangement opposite shows possible ways of storing food.
The shelf immediately above the fruit and vegetable tray should be 5 °C for safe storage of meat and fish products. In order to check that the appliance is at 5 °C on the lowest shelf you can carry out the following test yourself:
01. Place a cup of water in the centre of the said shelf with a thermometer inside.
2.Leave the fridge door closed overnight and check the temperature first thing in the morning.
3.At this point the temperature should read no more than 5 °C; if it does, you need to adjust the temperature to a colder setting.
For further information on keeping food cool and safe a guide published by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food is available and can be obtained free of charge by contacting:
Foodsense, London SE99 7TT. Tel: 0645 556000
Tip: Food stored in the refrigerator compartment should always be covered or packed so that they do not dry out, lose their flavour, or transfer their flavour to any other refrigerated food. The following are suitable for packing:
–polyethylene bags;
–plastic containers with lids;
–special plastic covers with rubber retainers;
–aluminium foil.
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