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Store food in small packages (ideally less than 2.5kg). This reduces
the freezing time and improves the quality of the food after thawing.
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Wrap food before putting into the freezer. To stop the wrapping
sticking together, ensure it is dry.
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Label the food before freezing with information including type of
food and dates of storage and expiry.
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Once food is thawed, it must not be refrozen unless it has been
completely cooked. Only defrost as much food as is required to
prevent wastage.
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Bottled or canned drinks should not be stored in the freezer
compartment as they could explode.
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Check the rating plate to confirm the maximum amount of fresh food
that can be frozen within a 24 hour period.
Do not attempt to freeze more than the maximum amount.
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