Refrigerator Features And Use; Food Storage Information; Refrigerator Interior Shelves - Haier HR-245U Owner's Manual

Defrosting the freezer
After a period of operation, a layer of frost will form on the surface of the
freezer. Additional electricity will be consumed if this layer becomes too
thick. The defrosting process must be carried out when a thick layer of frost
has been formed.
To defrost the freezer, first disconnect the power by unplugging the refrigera-
tor, and then remove any food from the refrigerator and place it in a cool
place. Use a plastic defrosting tool.
After ice and frost are melted, wipe up the inside of the freezer compart-
ment.
Caution:Never use a metal tool or electrical heater for defrosting.
After the defrosting is completed, plug in the refrigerator and it starts opera-
tion again.

Food Storage Information

Fresh Food
• When storing fresh food, which is not prepackaged, be sure to wrap or store
food in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise noted. This will
ensure proper shelf life and prevent the transfer of odors and tastes.
• Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless spills.
• Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original carton to maxi-
mize shelf life.
• Fruit should be washed and dried then stored in a crisper set for low humidity.
If you do not have humidity controlled crispers place the items in sealed plastic
bags before storing in the crisper.
• Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or containers and stored
in crisper with low humidity setting.
• Leafy vegetables should be washed and drained and then stored in plastic bags
or containers in crisper with high humidity setting.
• Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the refrigeration. This will
prevent unnecessary energy use.
• Fresh seafood should be used the same day as purchased.
• When storing meats in the fresh food section, keep in the original packaging or
rewrap as necessary. Follow the suggestions below for safe storage:
• Chicken
• Ground Beef
• Cold Cuts
• Steaks/Roasts
• Smoked/Cured Meats
• All others
If longer periods of storage are required, store immediately in the freezer section.
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Refrigerator Features And Use

General Features
Adjustable temperature dial:
Your refrigerator will automatically main-
tain the temperature level you select. The
temperature control dial has 7 settings
plus off. 1 is the warmest. 7 is the cold-
est. Turning the dial to OFF stops cooling
in both the refrigeration and freezer sec-
tions. At first, set the dial to 4 and allow
24 hours to pass before adjusting the
temperature to your needs.

Refrigerator Interior Shelves

The refrigerator shelves of your refrigerator were designed
with you in mind. Their varied adjustability allows you to satisfy your per-
sonal storage needs. Only your model purchase and
your imagination limit the possibilities.
To remove or adjust a full-width slide-out shelf:
(see fig. # 1)
1. Gently tilt the shelf up and slide forward until the shelf has been
completely removed.
2. To replace the shelf, select the desired setting and gently slide the shelf
back until it rests in the locking position.
(Note: If the refrigerator has
been placed in a horizontal or
tilted position for any period
of time wait 24 hours before
plugging the unit in. When the
ambient temperature is below
16 C, please turn on the low tem-
O
perature compensation switch. If
not please turn it off.)
Refrigerator Section
Interior Light:
Your refrigerator is equipped with an
automatic interior light in the fresh
food section for you to easily locate your
food.
fig. # 1
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