Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone
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The PerfectFresh zone provides ideal
storage conditions for fruit, vegetables,
fish, meat, and dairy products. Food
stays fresh considerably longer while
retaining both flavor and vitamins.
The temperature in the PerfectFresh
zone is controlled automatically, and is
maintained at 32°F to 37°F (0°C to 3°C).
While lower than the temperature in a
standard refrigerator, this is the opti-
mum temperature range for storing
fresh food which is not sensitive to
cold. The deterioration process is de-
celerated at this temperature range so
food can be stored without loss of
freshness for considerably longer than
in a standard refrigerator.
The humidity level in the PerfectFresh
zone can also be regulated to suit the
food being stored. Food retains its own
moisture if stored at a higher humidity
and so does not dry out as quickly. This
allows it to stay crisp and fresh for
longer.
Remember that the fresher the food
when it is placed in the appliance, the
longer it will stay fresh.
Take food out of the PerfectFresh zone
approximately 30 to 60 minutes before
using it. The aroma and taste do not
fully develop until the food has
reached room temperature.
The PerfectFresh zone is di-
vided into two compartments:
– The upper
dry compartment
has a
temperature of between 32°F and
37°F (0°C and 3°C). The humidity
level in this compartment is not in-
creased
.
You should use this compartment to
store fish, meat, dairy products, and
any other type of food, as long as it is
packaged.
– The lower
humidity-controlled com-
partment
(or compartments, de-
pending on model) has a temperature
of 32°F to 37°F (0°C to 3°C). The hu-
midity can be kept at a reduced
or
increased
level by positioning the
slide control accordingly.
If the humidity level is increased, use
this compartment to store fruit and
vegetables.
