Cleaning Your Refrigerator; Food Storage Guide - Westinghouse WSE6200SA User Manual

CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

WARNING WARNING
BEFORE CLEANING: Turn the refrigerator off at the
power point and unplug the cord to prevent any chance
of electrocuting yourself.
Doors and exterior (white and silver):
You should only clean the doors with lukewarm soapy
water and a soft cloth.
Stainless Steel:
Your stainless steel refrigerator is manufactured from
mark-resistant stainless steel. This stainless steel has
a special advanced protective coating that eases the
removal of marks such as fingerprints and water spots.
To keep its appearance, clean it regularly with lukewarm
soapy water and a soft cloth.
WARNING
CAUTION
Never use stainless steel cleaners, abrasive pads or other
cleaners that will scratch the surface. Damage to the
appliance after delivery is not covered by your warranty.
Interior
Clean the inside of your refrigerator regularly with a
soft cloth, unscented mild soap and lukewarm water.
Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable parts and
avoid getting water on the controls. Replace removable
parts, plug power cord in and switch the power on before
returning the food.
Door seals
Always keep door seals clean by washing them with a
mild detergent and warm water, followed by a thorough
drying. Sticky food and drink can cause seals to stick to
the cabinet and tear when you open the door.
Never use hot water, solvents, commercial kitchen
cleaners, aerosol cleaners, metal polishes, caustic or
abrasive cleaners, or scourers to clean your refrigerator.
Many commercially available cleaning products and
detergents contain solvents that will damage your
refrigerator. Use only a soft cloth with an unscented mild
soap and lukewarm water.
WARNING
CAUTION
To clean a crisper or freezer bin with telescopic extension
slides, simply wipe with a damp cloth and warm soapy
water. Never immerse the cover in water, as this could
affect the operation of the slide.
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CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Switching off your refrigerator
If you switch off your refrigerator for an extended period,
follow these steps to reduce the chances of mould:
1. Remove all food.
2. Remove the power plug from the power point.
3. Thoroughly clean and dry the interior.
4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly for
air circulation.

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE

CATEGORY PRODUCT REFRIGERATOR
Meat Sausages and Mince 1-2 Days
Chops and Steak 3-4 Days
Cold Meats 3-5 Days
Cuts for roasting 3-5 Days
Poultry Chicken 1-2 Days
Roast Chicken 3-5 Days
Eggs 6 Weeks
Seafood Whole fish and 2-3 Days
fillets
Lobster and crabs 1-2 Days
Prawns 1-2 Days
Dairy Milk Until Expiry
Date
Yoghurt 7- 10 Days
Hard Cheeses 2 Weeks – 2
Months
Soft Cheeses 1-2 Weeks
Butter 8 Weeks
Fruit & Every fruit and vegetable has a
Vegetables different shelf life.
Some stay fresh for a couple of days
e.g beans, others can last for a couple
of months e.g. onions.
.
Left Overs Homemade meals 3-4 Days
IMPORTANT TIPS & INFORMATION
Please note, use this information as a guide only, actual
storage times will vary depending on how you use
your refrigerator, climatic conditions and the freshness
of the food. Food should not be left uncovered in the
refrigerator.
FREEZER STORAGE TIPS
2-3 Months Keep cold meat at the back of the
refrigerator where it is coldest.
4-6 Months
4-6 Months
Plastic can cause meat to sweat if
stored in refrigerator for more than a
day.
Cuts for roasting can take up to 48
12 Months
hours to defrost properly, transfer
frozen cuts to the refrigerator 2 days
before use.
2 Months If poultry takes on a smell or colour
you are unsure about it is best to throw
12 Months
it out.
Not Suitable Whole eggs are not suitable for
freezing, slightly beaten eggs may be
frozen for four months.
2 Months Store in an airtight container or foil.
2 Months
2 Months Never freeze prawns in salty water as
this will dehydrate the flesh.
Not Suitable If dairy takes on a smell or colour and
you are unsure about it, it is best to
throw it out.
Not Suitable
2 Months
(Grated)
Depending on the variety hard cheese
can last from 2 weeks to 2 months.
Not Suitable
12 Months
8-12 Months Keep vegetables in the crisper and
away from the air vents to avoid
When freezing
freezing.
chop and blanch
in small portions. If you wash fruit and vegetables before
storing them make sure they are dry
or wrap in absorbent paper before
storing in the refrigerator as this can
make them susceptible to rotting.
Try to keep fruit and vegetables
separated as fruits that give off high
levels of ethylene (the ripening agent)
can prematurely ripen and spoil
surrounding vegetables.
2-6 Months Store in sealed container.
Freeze meals in small portion sizes to
limit wastage.
FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
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