The StayFresh zone is divided into two
areas:
– The
dry compartment
has a relative
humidity level of approx. 45 %.
– The
humidity controlled
compartment
has a control for
setting the humidity level between
45 % and 90 %. Slide the control to
the humidity level you require.
The humidity level will also be affected
by the moisture content of the food
being stored and how often the
compartment is opened.
Low humidity level
,
^
To set a humidity level of approx.
45 %, slide the control for the
humidity controlled compartment
over to the left
,
.
This humidity level is suitable for storing
particularly delicate food such as fresh
fish, shell fish, meat, poultry, sausage,
dairy products and salads.
Keep food covered or packaged in
this compartment with the exception
of meat.
High humidity level
-
^
To set a humidity level of approx.
90 %, slide the control for the
humidity controlled compartment
over to the right
-
.
This humidity level is suitable for storing
fresh produce such as vegetables,
salad, herbs, and seasonal fruit.
Store these types of food uncovered
in the compartment.
Food which should not be
stored in a refrigerator
Not all food is suitable for storing in the
refrigerator. These include:
– Fruit and vegetables which are
sensitive to cold, such as bananas,
avocado pears, papaya, passion
fruit, aubergines/eggplant,
peppers/capsicum, tomatoes and
cucumbers
– Fruit which is not yet ripe
– Potatoes
– Some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan
Using the refrigerator efficiently
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