The refrigerator compartment
The coldest area of the refrigerator is the lower part, above the fruit and vegetable drawer.
For the best performance from your refrigerator, always follow these rules:
■never put hot drinks or food into the refrigerator, leave them to cool at room temperature first
■cover food, especially if strong smelling
■space out the food so that the air can circulate freely around it
■don't block air circulation by covering the gap between the front part of the shelves and the back.
Freshness control
The fruit and vegetable compartment can accumu- late moisture depending on the type of food stored. To regulate the
The adjuster allows you to select the best conditions for your food, the atmosphere will be dryer the more the vent is opened.
Helpful hygiene tips
■Always wash your hands with soapy water and dry them with a clean towel before handling food.
■Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross conta- mination by not using the same work surface for raw and cooked food without washing it thor- oughly in between.
■Use clean kitchen roll wherever possible for clearing up food. If you use a dishcloth be sure to boil it frequently.
■Regularly remove suspect food from your refrig- erator and clean the interior with a solution of bicarbonate of soda in warm water (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Never allow spills to dry and hard- en.
■Regularly check the refrigerator door seal to ensure that it is clean and free from debris.
■Make sure that food is used before its «best before» date.
■Cool food as quickly as possible but don't place in refrigerator or freezer until cool. (Leave food in a place as cool as possible in order that it can be placed in the refrigerator or freezer without delay).
■Do not store food uncovered.
■Do not mix raw and cooked meat, they must be in separate containers. Take care not to let the meat juices drip onto other food. If the meat does drip, remove everything and clean thor- oughly.
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