Sub-Zero 648PRO User Manual page 24

F O O D S TO R A G E
E T H Y L E N E
Some fruits and vegetables will produce
ethylene, a gas that initiates the ripening
process. Ethylene can cause premature
ripening in some foods, while in others, it can
actually cause damage.
To reduce unnecessary spoilage of your
produce, do not store ethylene producing fruits
and vegetables with those that are sensitive to
it. Refer to the following lists.
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R E C O M M E N D AT I O N S
E T H Y L E N E P R O D U C I N G F O O D S
apples
apricots
avocados
ripening bananas
cantaloupe
cherimoyas
figs
guavas
honeydew
kiwifruit
mamey sapote
mangoes
E T H Y L E N E S E N S I T I V E F O O D S
unripe bananas
green beans
belgian endive
broccoli
brussels sprouts
cabbage
carrots
cauliflower
chard
cucumbers
eggplant
unripe kiwifruit
NOTE: Do not store ethylene producing foods with
ethylene sensitive foods.
mangosteen
nectarines
papayas
passion fruit
peaches
pears
persimmons
plantains
plums
prunes
quince
tomatoes
leafy greens
lettuce
okra
parsley
peas
peppers
spinach
squash
sweet potatoes
watercress
watermelon