Storing Food And Saving Energy; Ideas For Storing Foods - Kenmore 253.4474 Use & Care Manual

Storing Food and Saving Energy
ideas for Storing Foods
Fresh Food Storage
° Keep the fresh food compartment between 34 ° F and
40 ° F with an optimum temperature of 37 ° F.
° Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves, which
reduces air circulation and causes uneven
cooling.
Fruits and Vegetables
° Store fruits and vegetables in crisper drawers, where
trapped moisture helps preserve food quality for
longer time periods.
° Wash items and remove excess water.
" Wrap any items that have strong odors or high
moisture content.
Meat
° Wrap raw meat and poultry separately and securely
to prevent leaks and contamination of other foods or
surfaces.
* Use the deli drawer to store meat/poultry
for short-
term
storage.
Any meat to be kept longer than two (2)
days should be frozen.
ideas for Saving Energy
Installatlon
* 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 (2) appliances will
help the refrigerator operate more efficiently.
° Level the refrigerator so that the doors close tightly.
Temperature Settings
° Refer to the "Controls" section for procedures on
temperature 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.
° Do not place a hot container directly on a cold shelf.
Remember, such an extreme temperature change may
damage the glass.
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