Storage Features; Storing Food - Kenmore 970F27012 Use & Care Manual

Storage Features

Adjustable Interior Shelves
Multi-position adjustable interior shelves
can be moved to any position for larger or
smaller packages. The shipping spacers that
stabilize the shelves for shipping should be
removed and discarded. Move to the right
and lift left to move to the desired location.
Adjustable Interior Shelves
and Slide-Out Basket
NOTE
The lower shelf is designed for the
location shown only.
Freezer Basket
The freezer basket is ideal for large items or
items that do not store well on the shelves.
Full Width Door Racks
The full width door racks provide extra food
storage in the door.

Storing Food

Frozen Food Storage
• Keep the freezer compartment at 0° F
or lower.
• A freezer operates most efficiently when it
is at least 2/3 full.
Packaging Foods for Freezing
• To minimize food dehydration and quality
deterioration, use aluminum foil, freezer
wrap, freezer bags, or airtight containers.
Force as much air out of the packages as
possible and seal them tightly. Trapped air
can cause food to dry out, change color,
and develop an off-flavor (freezer burn).
• Wrap fresh meats and poultry with
suitable freezer wrap prior to freezing.
• Do not refreeze meat that has
completely thawed.
Loading the Freezer
• Avoid adding too much warm food to the
freezer at one time. This overloads the
freezer, slows the rate of freezing, and
can raise the temperature of frozen foods.
• Leave a space between packages, so cold
air can circulate freely, allowing food to
freeze as quickly as possible.
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