Vacation Tips
Short Vacations
No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will be away for less than four weeks.
1.Use any perishables.
2.Freeze other items.
3.Raise the signal arm in the automatic ice maker to the OFF (up) position and shut off water supply to the ice maker.
Long Vacations
If you will be away for a month or more:
1.Remove all food from the refrigerator and freezer sections.
2.Turn the power disconnect switch to the OFF position.
3.Clean the refrigerator and door gaskets according to the “Cleaning and Maintenance” section on page 16.
4.Prop doors open with rubber or woods blocks so air can circulate inside. This will keep odor and mold from building up.
5.Raise the signal arm in the automatic ice maker to the OFF (up) position and shut off water supply to the ice maker.
Power Interruptions
1.If service will be interrupted 24 hours or less, keep doors closed. This helps food stay frozen.
2.If service will be interrupted longer than 24 hours:
(a)Remove all frozen food and store in frozen food locker. OR
(b)Place 2 lbs. of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot of freezer space. This will keep food frozen for 2 to 4 days. Wear gloves to protect your hands from dry ice burns. OR
(c)If neither a food locker or dry ice is available, use or can perishable food at once.
Food Storage Guide
There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food. To keep food fresher longer follow these recommendations:
Storing Fresh Food
Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and
Leafy Vegetables
Remove store wrapping. Tear off bruised and discolored areas. Wash in cold water and drain. Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in produce drawer.
Vegetables with Skins (carrots, peppers, etc.)
Store in plastic bags or plastic containers.
Fruit
Wash, let dry and store in plastic bags. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in produce drawer, or store in loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf.
Eggs
Store without washing in original carton or in provided egg bin.
Milk
Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place milk on interior shelf.
Butter or Margarine
Keep opened butter in covered dish or closed compartment. When storing in freezer, wrap in freezer packaging.
Leftovers
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or store in plastic containers with tight lids.
Meat
Store meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture- proof. Rewrap if necessary. See below for recommended storage times. When storing meat longer than the recommended times, freeze the meat.
Chicken | days | Bacon | ||
Ground Beef | days | Cold Cuts | ||
Steaks/Roasts | days | Variety Meats | ||
Cured Meats |
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NOTE: Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day as purchased.
26 | 27 |
