THOMSON THFZ204NFWH Operating Instructions Manual page 31

temperature alarm will switch off automatically only when detected temperature goes back to normal.
To stop the alarm, press
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Moving your appliance
If the appliance is turned off for any reason, wait for 10 minutes before turning it back on. This will allow
the refrigeration system pressures to equalise before restarting.
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Turn off the appliance and unplug it from the mains socket. Also remove all mobile parts or fix them
into the appliance to avoid any shock.
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Relocate and install. If the appliance has been left on its side for any length of time, leave it standing
upright for at least 10 minutes before turning on.
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Freezing and storing food
Using the freezer
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To store deep-frozen food
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To make ice cubes
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To freeze food
Note: Ensure that the freezer door has been closed properly.
Purchasing frozen food
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Packaging must not be damaged.
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Use by the 'use by/best before/best by/' date.
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If possible, transport deep-frozen food in an insulated bag and place quickly in the freezer.
Storing frozen food
Store at -18°C or colder. Avoid opening the freezer door unnecessarily.
Freezing fresh food
Freeze fresh and undamaged food only.
To retain the best possible nutritional value, flavour and colour, vegetables should be blanched before
freezing.
Aubergines, peppers, zucchini and asparagus do not require blanching.
Note: Keep food to be frozen away from food which is already frozen.
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The following foods are suitable for freezing:
Cakes and pastries, fish and seafood, meat, game, poultry, vegetables, fruit, herbs, eggs without shells,
dairy products such as cheese and butter, ready meals and leftovers such as soups, stews, cooked meat
and fish, potato dishes, soufflés and desserts.
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The following foods are not suitable for freezing:
Types of vegetables, which are usually consumed raw, such as lettuce or radishes, eggs in shells, grapes,
whole apples, pears and peaches, hard-boiled eggs, yoghurt, soured milk, sour cream, and mayonnaise.
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