Fisher & Paykel RB90S Installation Instructions And User Manual page 41

Temperature
Store at -18°C / 0°F or colder. Take care to maintain this low storage temperature, eg. try to avoid
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opening the drawer unnecessarily.
If your ice cream is soft you are running Freezer mode too warm.
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For general freezer storage select Freezer mode.
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For longer term storage select the Deep Freeze function. The lower temperature will preserve
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food for longer.
Packaging
Use good quality freezer proof packaging to maintain food quality. If food is only covered in
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plastic film, place inside a freezer-proof plastic bag.
Leave space at the top of containers, glass jars or plastic bags containing liquids or semi-solid
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foods. These expand as they freeze. Usually 1 – 2 inches (20 – 50 mm) head space is recommended.
Remove all the air from the packaging and seal tightly before freezing.
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When using the Deep Freeze function, ensure that freezer packaging is thick and airtight to
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reduce risk of freezer burn.
Time
Freeze immediately or as quickly as possible. For best results activate the Fast Freeze function.
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Keep a constant turnover of food. Use older items of food first. Do not exceed recommended
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storage times.
Keeping food frozen past the recommended time will not affect food safety but will adversely
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affect the quality of the food.
Amount
Freeze only small quantities of food at any one time. For best results we recommend that only
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1 kg (2.2 lb) food per 25 L (0.9 cu.ft) of storage volume capacity.
Do not pile frozen food around the air delivery vents at the rear of the drawer. It can prevent
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adequate air circulation.
Thawing
Thaw foods preferably in a refrigerator, or using a microwave oven or multifunction oven.
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Food storage tips – frozen food
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