Frozen Food And Making Ice; Example Of Arrangement; The Refrigerator Compartment - Siemens Fridge-freezer Operating Instructions Manual

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Arranging food

Example of arrangement

Figure a
In the freezer compartment (A):
freezing of fresh products, storage of deep-
frozen goods and making ice cubes.
In the refrigerator (B):
On racks (4), from top to bottom:
pastries, ready-cooked meals,
dairy products.
In the meat containers (5)
meat and cold slices.
On the shelf (8):
meat, sausages and cold slices.
In the vegetable bin (9):
vegetables, lettuce and fruit.
In the egg rack (12): eggs.
In the compartments (13 and 14):
butter and cheese.
In the door compartment (15):
tubes and small tins.
On the large shelf (17):
large bottles.
Note refrigeration zones in
the refrigerator
compartment!
The air circulation in the refrigerator
compartment means that there are zones at
different temperatures.
Depending on the model, the zone for
sensitive foods is right at the bottom
between the arrow on the side and the glass
surface below (fig. {/1 and 2) or between
the two arrows (fig. }/1 and 2). Ideal for
storing meat, fish, sausage and salad
mixtures, etc.
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Freezing fresh products storing

frozen food and making ice

Observe the following when
purchasing deep-frozen food:
• Inspect the package and ensure
that it is perfect conditions.
• Check the expiry date stamped on the
package; make sure it has not run out.
• Check the thermometer in the freezer of
the store where you purchase your
goods; it should indicate a temperature
lower than -18ºC.
• When shopping, ensure that the deep-
frozen products are the last items to be
purchased; wrap them up in
newspaper or place in a insulating bag
and take them home at once, place in
the home freeze right away.
Wrapping-up
If home freezing, ensure that the products of
your choice are absolutely fresh and in
perfect condition. Pack food airtight so that
it does not lose its taste or dehydrate.
Suitable wrapping material:
Plastic film, polyethylene bags, alu-foil and
freezing containers.
All these products are available at your local
dealers and most large supermarkets.
Unsuitable wrapping material:
Wrapping paper, wax-coated paper,
butcher's paper, cellophane, rubbish bags
or used carried bags.
Wrap-up food, press down on parcel to
remove all air and seal airtight.
Suitable sealing material:
Rubber bands, plastic clips, string, water-
proof adhesive tape or similar. Plastic and
polyethylen bags may be heat-sealed with
an appropriate machine.
Label package indicating contents and date
of freezing before storing in the freezer
compartment.
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