Freezer Compartment - SchaubLorenz SLUS435X3M User Manual

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ARRANGING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE
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Freezer Compartment

• The freezer compartment is used for freezing fresh food, for storing frozen
foods for the period of time indicated on packaging and for making ice cubes.
• Do not put fresh and warm foods in the freezer door shelves to be frozen. Only
use the door shelves for storing frozen foods.
• Do not put fresh and warm food next to frozen food as it can thaw the frozen
food.
• Use the fast freezing shelf to freeze home cooking (and any other food which
needs to be frozen quickly) more quickly because of the freezing shelf's greater
freezing power.
• While freezing fresh foods (i.e. meat, fish and mincemeat) divide them in por-
tions you will use in a single serving.
• While freezing fresh foods, the maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can
be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance label.
• For optimum appliance performance to reach maximum freezing capacity, turn
the thermostat knob to the coldest setting 24 hours before placing fresh food
into the freezer.
• After placing fresh food into the freezer, having the thermostat knob set to
the coldest setting for 24 hours is generally sufficient. After 24 hours, you can
reduce the thermostat knob setting if required.
• Attention. To save energy, if you are only freezing small amounts of food, you
do not need to set the thermostat knob to the coldest setting.
• For storing frozen foods, the instructions shown on frozen food packages should
always be followed carefully. If no information is provided, food should not be
stored for more than 3 months from the purchased date.
• When buying frozen food ensure that these have been frozen at suitable tem-
peratures and that the packing is intact.
• Frozen food should be transported in appropriate containers to maintain the
quality of the food and should be returned to the freezing surfaces of the unit
in the shortest possible time.
• If a package of frozen food shows the sign of humidity and abnormal swelling
it is probable that it has been previously stored at an unsuitable temperature
and that the contents have deteriorated.
• The storage life of frozen foods depends on the room temperature, thermostat
setting, how often the door is opened, the type of food and the length of time
required to transport the product from the shop to your home. Always follow
the instructions printed on the packaging and never exceed the maximum
storage life indicated.