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Follow the instructions on the food packaging for storage of frozen
food. If no information is provided, foods should not be stored for
more than three months after the purchase date.
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Store food in small packages (ideally less than 2.5kg). This reduces
the freezing time and improves the quality of the food after thawing.
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Wrap food before putting into the freezer. To stop the wrapping
sticking together, ensure it is dry.
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Label the food before freezing with information including type of
food and dates of storage and expiry.
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Once food is thawed, it must not be refrozen unless it has been
completely cooked. Only defrost as much food as is required
to prevent wastage.
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Bottled or canned drinks should not be stored in the freezer
compartment as they could explode.
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Check the rating plate to confirm the maximum amount of fresh food
that can be frozen within a 24 hour period.
Do not attempt to freeze more than the maximum amount.
