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When freezing smaller amounts of fresh food or storing items that are already frozen,
there is no need to adjust the position of the thermostat dial or switch on the fast freeze
function
.
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Fresh food should be frozen in the fresh food freezing drawer (9).
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Fresh food should be packed into airtight containers or packaging. This will help to make
sure that the food doesn’t dry out or lose its flavour. It will also ensure that flavour does
not transfer from other foods.
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Do not allow fresh food to touch items that are already frozen.
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After 24 hours you should check that the fresh food is satisfactorily frozen. If it is then the fast freeze function
should be switched off. Food can then be transferred from the fresh food freezing drawer (9) to one of the
frozen food storage drawers (10) or (11).
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IMPORTANT: The fast freeze function should not be switched on for prolonged periods of time;
otherwise it may cause the appliance to overwork. It could also cause the fridge and freezer
section to freeze over.
Tips on freezing
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Freezer bags, polythene wraps, aluminium foil (extra thick) and special cans for frozen foods are suitable
packaging for storing frozen goods in.
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Tape, rubber bands or plastic clips are suitable for sealing bags and wrappings.
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Before sealing a suitable bag, you should compress the air out of it, as this will help
the food to freeze more easily.
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Flat packages freeze more easily.
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If you are freezing liquid, then do not fill the container to the brim. Liquids will expand
when being frozen.
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Do not place bottles (glass or tin) containing liquids (especially sparkling
liquids) into the freezer as they could cause the bottle to burst during freezing.
Storing commercially frozen food
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The storage time and recommended temperature for storing commercially frozen foods are indicated on the
packaging.
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Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for storage and use of frozen food.
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When shopping, be careful to choose food which is adequately packed and is provided with complete storage
instructions. It should have been stored in a freezer where the temperature does not rise above -18°C.
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Do not buy packages of food that are covered with frost. This could indicate that the package has thawed at
least once before.
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