Viking F20398A warranty Vacation Tips, Power Interruptions, Food Storage Guide

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 moisture-proof material. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated products, check date to ensure freshness.

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	1-2	days	Bacon	5-7 days
Ground Beef	1-2	days	Cold Cuts	3-5 days
Steaks/Roasts	3-5	days	Variety Meats	1-2 days
Cured Meats	7-10 days

NOTE: Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day as purchased.

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