Meat storage guide
Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and
Fresh fish or shellfish | use same day as purchased | |
Chicken, ground beef, variety meats (liver) | ............... | |
Cold cuts, steaks/roasts | ||
Cured meats | ||
Leftovers - Cover leftovers with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or plastic containers with tight lids.
Crisper and Crisper Cover
(on some models - Accessory)
To remove and replace the crisper(s):
1.Slide crisper(s) straight out to the stop. Lift the front of the crisper(s) and slide out the rest of the way.
2.Replace the crisper(s) by sliding back in fully past the drawer stop.
To remove the crisper(s) cover:
1.Remove crisper(s).
2.Holding the glass insert firmly with one hand, press up in center of glass insert until it rises above the plastic frame. Carefully, slide the glass insert forward to remove.
3.Lift the cover frame up and remove it.
To replace crisper(s) cover:
NOTE: Before reinstalling the cover, make sure the
1.Fit back of cover frame into supports on side walls of the refrigerator and lower the front of the cover frame into place.
2.Slide rear of glass insert into cover frame and lower front into place.
Crisper Humidity Control
(on some models)
You can control the amount of humidity in the
■LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.
Fruit: Wash, let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bag or crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf.
Vegetables with skins: Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper.
■HIGH (closed) keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.
Leafy vegetables: Wash in cold water, drain and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas. Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper.
Humidity control location:
■Humidity Control on crisper drawer (Style 1 - on left)
■Humidity Control on crisper cover (Style 2 - on right)
Utility or Egg Bin
(on some models - Accessory)
Depending on your model, you may have a one, two or three piece bin. Eggs may be stored in the egg tray or loose in the bin.
NOTE: Store eggs in a covered container for long term storage. If your model does not have an egg storage bin, store eggs in their original carton on an interior shelf.
Wine or Can/Bottle Rack
(on some models - Accessory)
To remove and replace the wine rack (left) or can/bottle rack (right):
1.Remove the rack by pulling it straight out from the shelf.
2.Replace the rack by sliding it in between the shelf and the wall of the refrigerator.
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