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STORING FOOD
Refrigeration reduces the rate of food spoilage.
To maximise the shelf life of perishable food products, ensure
that the food is of the freshest possible quality. The following
is a general guide to help promote longer food storage.
Fruit / Vegetables
To minimise moisture loss, fruit and vegetables should be
loosely enclosed in a plastic material (e.g. wrap, bags) and place
in the Vegetable crisper or the Fruit case. Fruits and vegetables
with thick skins e.g. oranges do not require wrapping.
Dairy Products & Eggs
Most dairy products have a use by date on the outer
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packaging which informs the recommended temperature
and shelf life of the product.
Eggs should be stored in the Egg tray.
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Meats / Fish / Poultry
Place on a plate or dish and cover with paper or plastic wrap.
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For larger cuts of meat, fish, or poultry, place to the rear of
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the shelves.
Ensure all cooked food is wrapped securely or placed in
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an airtight container.
NOTE
Evenly place the food on the shelves to allow the
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cooling air to circulate efficiently.
Hot foods should be cooled before storing. Storing
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hot foods increases the
temperature in the unit
and increases the risk of
food spoilage.
Do not block the outlet
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and inlet of the cool air
circulating circuit with
foods or containers;
otherwise the foods
will not be evenly
cooled throughout the
refrigerator.
Keep the door securely
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closed.
Do not place food directly in front of cold air outlet.
This may lead to the food freezing.
For best freezing
Quality of foods should be fresh.
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Freeze small quantities of food at a time to freeze them
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quickly.
Food should be properly sealed, sealed tightly or covered.
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Evenly place the food in the freezer.
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Label bags or containers to keep an inventory of frozen
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food.
IN
OUT
Dairy products
Eggs
Small foods etc.
Bottles etc.
Frozen foods
(Small size)
Fruit /
Vegetables
Meat, Fish,
Poultry etc.
This section is not
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designed to store
vegetables as
they may freeze.
Frozen foods
(Large size)
CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING
Unplug the refrigerator first to prevent electric shock.
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Do not splash water directly on the outer cabinet or
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the interior. This may lead to rusting and deterioration
of the electrical insulation.
IMPORTANT
To prevent cracking on inside surfaces and plastic
components, follow these tips.
Wipe any food oils adhered to plastic components.
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Some household chemicals may cause damage, so use
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only diluted washing-up liquid (soapy water).
If undiluted detergent is used or soapy water is not wiped
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off thoroughly, cracking of plastic parts can result.
Wipe any spills from the refrigerator immediately as acid or alkaline
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in the food can cause cracking and staining of plastic parts.
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Remove the accessories e.g. shelves from the cabinet
and door. Wash them in warm soapy dishwashing water;
rinse in clean water and dry.
2
Clean the inside with a cloth soaked in warm soapy
dishwashing water. Then, use cold water to wipe off
soapy water.
3
Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth each time it is soiled.
4
Clean the Magnetic door seal with a toothbrush and
warm soapy dishwashing water.
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Wipe the control panel with the dry cloth.
NOTE
Do not use hot water, household cleaning powders, creams or
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spray-on cleaning products, or any other cleaning products such
as mineral turpentine, methylated spirits, thinners, petrol etc.
These may damage your refrigerator and may void any warranty.
If the power supply is disconnected, please wait for at least 5
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minutes before re-connecting power.
The glass shelves weigh approximately 2 kg each. Hold firmly
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when removing from the cabinet or carrying.
Wipe any spills from the control panel immediately as liquid
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ingress can damage the electronics.
Do not drop objects inside the refrigerator or strike the inner
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wall. This may cause the inner surface to crack.
Defrosting
Defrosting is fully automatic due to a unique energy saving system.
When the compartment light is blown
Contact the service agent approved by SHARP to request a
replacement compartment light. The compartment light is not
to be removed other than by qualified service personnel.
Switching off your refrigerator
If the refrigerator needs to be switched off for an extended
period, the following steps should be taken to reduce the
symptom of mould:
Remove all food.
1.
Remove the power plug from the power point.
2.
Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
3.
Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly for air
4.
circulation.
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