Storing Food & Saving Energy 17
IDEAS FOR STORING FOODS
Fresh Food Storage
•Keep the fresh food compartment between 34° F and 40° F with an optimum temperature of 37° F.
•Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves, which reduces air circulation and causes uneven cooling.
Fruits and Vegetables
•Store fruits and vegetables in crisper drawers, where trapped moisture helps preserve food quality for longer time periods.
Meat
•Wrap raw meat and poultry securely so leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces does not occur.
ENERGY SAVING IDEAS
• Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight, and away from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next to
•Level the refrigerator so that the door closes tightly.
•Refer to the "SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL" section for the suggested temperature control settings.
•Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents. Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer and use more energy.
•Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator. This cuts down on moisture
•Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible.