OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TEMPERATURE SELECTION
The temperature of the refrigerator is controlled by setting the thermostat knob (on the ceiling of the cabinet) to a desired setting.
To start the refrigerator, turn the temperature control knob to the position corresponding to the desired cooling setting (on the graduated blue dial, Fig.A.)
The refrigerator temperature will vary depending on the quan- tity of food stored and on the frequency with which the door is opened.
To turn the control to the “OFF” position, rotate the control knob to the “0” position. If the refrigerator has been left unused for some time, set the control to maximum for
Changes in ambient room temperature will affect internal refrigerator temperatures, adjust accordingly setting of the thermostat knob.
In the OFF (0) position, the appliance does not operate (cooling system is switched off,) yet the power supply is not interrupted (the light is on when you open the refrigerator door.)
Temperature in the refrigerator also depends on how often the door is opened.
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STORING FRESH FOODS
Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and taking hygienic precautions will substantially influence the quality of the food stored.
Foods to be stored in the refrigerator should be properly packed so as to prevent mixing various moisture degrees and odors (in polyethylene bags or sheets, aluminum foil, wax paper, or stored in covered containers or bottles.)
Before storing food in the refrigerator, remove excessive packaging (like yogurt in
Pack systematically and make sure that foodstuffs do not touch each other (various odors may mix.) Assure adequate air circulation around packages.
Never store flammable, volatile or explosive substances.
Beverages with high alcohol percentage should be stored in tightly sealed bottles in a vertical position.
Food should not touch the rear wall of the refrigerator.
Foods should be allowed to reach room temperature before storing.
Crispy and delicate foods should be stored in the coldest parts of the refrigerator.
Try not to open the door too often.
To test temperature set the thermostat gradually so as to avoid freezing of foods. Use a thermometer and measure the temperature in the individual compartments. Place the ther- mostat in a glass vessel filled with water. Temperature read- ings are most realiable a few hours after a steady state condi- tion is reached.
Some organic solutions like volatile oils in lemon and orange peel, acid in butter etc. can cause damage when they contact plastic surfaces or gaskets for long periods of time.
Unpleasant odors inside the refrigerator are a sign that some- thing is wrong with the food or that your refrigerator needs cleaning. Unpleasant odors can be eliminated or reduced by washing the interior of the refrigerator with mild solution of water and vinegar. We also recommend using activated car- bon filters to clean the air or to neutralize odors.
If you are planning a long vacation, make sure to remove perishable articles of food from the appliance before you leave.
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