Energy Saving Advice; Freezer Storage Advice; Power Failure - Hotpoint SXBHAE 924 WD Instructions For Use Manual

ENERGY SAVING ADVICE

• Do not install the appliance close to sources of heat, such as a cooker, dishwasher or radiator.
• Locate the appliance in a cool well-ventilated room and make sure that the air vents are clear.
• Try to avoid keeping the doors open for a long time, as warm air will enter the cabinet and
may cause a build-up of ice as well as affecting the energy consumption. Ensure there are no
obstructions preventing the doors from closing properly.
• Ensure that the door seals are clean and there are no tears or splits.
• Keep the most perishable foods, (those with a short shelf-life, such as cooked meats), in the
coldest part of the fridge. The Salad Crisper Box is the warmest part of your fridge and should be
used for vegetables, salads and fruits etc.
• Do not overload the appliance: the cooling air that circulates and keeps the appliance cold gets
blocked, and pockets of warm air form.
• Do not put hot food into the fridge or freezer –let it cool down first

FREEZER STORAGE ADVICE

• Store fresh food in airtight boxes or wrap in bags or foil which are suitable for freezing.
• Do not allow frozen food to come in to direct contact with food to be frozen.
• Pre-frozen food must be placed in the freezer as quickly as possible after purchasing.
• To prevent frost damage to fresh vegetables or fruits they must be processed appropriately before
being placed into the freezer compartment.
• You must always follow the storage guidelines printed on all food packaging.
However, below is some suggested maximum storage times at -18°C (4 star freezer rating) for a
variety of foods:
- Fresh meat & poultry –up to 12 months
- Cooked meat –up to 2 months
- Fresh fish –up to 6 month
- Fruit & vegetables –up to 12 months
- Bread & cakes –up to 6 months

POWER FAILURE

If there is a power failure during the storage of frozen foods, keep the door closed. If the
temperature within your freezer should rise, do not refreeze the food without checking it's
condition.
• Ice Cream: Once thawed should be discarded.
• Fruit and Vegetables: If soft should be cooked and used up.
• Bread and Cakes: Can be refrozen without danger.
• Shellfish:Should be refrigerated and used up quickl .
• Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be refrigerated and used up.
• Large Pieces of Meat: Should be refrigerated and used up quickly
• Small Joints: Should be refrigerated and used up quickly
• Chicken: Should be refrigerated and used up quickly
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