Suggested Arrangement Of Food In The Fridge/Freezer
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Arrangement Examples (See diagram)
1.Baked, chilled cooked food, dairy products, cans.
2.Meat, sausages, cold cuts.
3.Fruit, vegetables, salads.
4.Making, storing ice cubes.
5.Frozen food.
6.Frozen food and freezing of fresh food.
7.Butter, cheese.
8.Small bottles, cans, tubes.
9.Eggs.
10.Tall/Large bottles.
The following guidelines and recommendations are suggested to obtain the best results and storage hygiene.
1.The fridge compartment is for the short term storage of fresh food and drinks.
2.The freezer compartment is 
rated and suitable for the freezing of fresh food and storage of 
storage as stated on the food packaging should be observed at all times.
3.Cooked dishes must be stored in airtight covered containers.
4.Fresh wrapped produce can be placed on the shelf. Fresh fruit and vegetables should be cleaned and stored in the crisper bins.
5.Bottles can be placed in the door section.
6.To store raw meat, wrap in polythene bags and place on the lowest shelf. Do not allow to come into contact with cooked food to avoid contamination. For safety, only store raw meat for two to three days.
7.Keep the food packed wrapped or covered. Allow hot food and beverages to cool before placing them in the fridge. Do not store explosive substances. High proof alcohol must be stored upright in sealed containers. Left over canned food should not be stored in the can.
8.Fizzy drinks should not be frozen and products such as flavoured water ices should not be consumed too cold.
9.Some fruit and vegetables suffer damage if kept at temperatures near 0°C. Therefore wrap pineapples, melons, cucumbers, tomatoes and similar produce in polythene bags.
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