humidity is maintained in the container. The food is protected against the temperature fluctuations caused by repeated door opening and is easily accessible.
USING THE REFRIGERATOR EFFICIENTLY
Temperature Control
The temperature in both the refrigerator and the freezer is automatically adjusted by setting the con- trol dial to one of the below settings:
“0” | - The compressor is not running |
“1” | - The highest temperature in the |
| refrigerator/freezer (warmest) |
“2” to “8” | - Intermediate settings |
“9” | - The lowest temperature in the |
| refrigerator/freezer (coldest) |
Storage Zones In The Refrigerator
Due to the natural circulation of the air in the appli- ance, there are different temperature zones in the refrigerator chamber.
Coldest Area
The coldest area is directly above the vegetables drawers. Use this area for all delicate and highly perishable food e.g.
*Fish, meat, poultry
*Sausage products, ready meals
*Dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream
*Fresh dough, cake mixtures
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with a label stating it should be kept at a temperature of approx 4oC.
Warmest Area
The warmest area is in the top section of the door. Use this for storing butter and cheese.
Food That Should Not Be Stored In A Refrigerator
Not all food is suitable for storing in the refrigerator. These include:
*Fruit and vegetables which are sensitive to cold, such as bananas, avocado, papaya, passion fruit, aubergines, peppers, toma- toes and cucumbers.
*Fruit which is not yet ripe
*Potatoes
*Some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan
Storing Food Correctly
Store food covered or packaged. This will prevent:
*Food smells or tastes form affecting other foods.
*Food from drying out
*Any
The growth of bacteria, such as salmonella, can be avoided by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene.
Fruit & Vegetables
Fruit and vegetables can be stored loose in the veg- etable drawers. However, you should bear in mind that some types of vegetables release a natural gas
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