Ideas For Savingenergy - Kenmore Elite Side by Side Refrigerator Use & Care Manual

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Frozen Food Storage
• Keep the freezer compartment at 0 ° F or lower (see page 14 for more about
temperature settings).
,, A freezer operates most efficiently when it is at least 2/3 full.
Packaging Foodsfor 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.
• Avoid storing hard-to-freeze foods, such as ice cream and orange juice, on the
freezer door shelves. These foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the
temperature varies less.
Ideas For SavingEnergy
Installation
* Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight, and away
from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next to heat-producing
appliances such as a range, oven, or dishwasher. If this is not possible, a section of
cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two appliances will help the
refrigerator operate more efficiently.
. Level the refrigerator so that the doors close tightly.
Temperature Settings
* Refer to earlier sections in this Use & Care Manual (beginning on page 12) for
recommendations on temperature control settings.
Food Storage
* Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator or blocking cold air vents. Doing so causes the
refrigerator to run longer and use more energy.
. Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator. This cuts
down on moisture build-up inside the unit.
. Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as needed
at one time and close the door as soon as possible.