AEG RCB73423TY User Manual

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EN -16-Freezer compartmentFor normal operating conditions, set the temperature of the freezer compartment to -18 or-20 oC.• The freezer is used for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food, and making ice cubes.• To use the maximum capacity of the freezer compartment, use the glass shelves for theupper and middle section, and use the lower basket for the bottom section.• Use the fast freezing shelf to freeze home cooking (and any other food which needs tobe frozen quickly) more quickly because of the freezing shelf’s greater freezing power.Fast freezing shelf is the bottom drawer of the freezer compartment.• For freezing fresh food; wrap and seal fresh food properly, that is the packaging shouldbe air tight and shouldn’t leak. Special freezer bags, aluminum foil polythene bags andplastic containers are ideal.• Do not store fresh food next to frozen food as it can thaw the frozen food.• Before freezing fresh food, divide it into portions that can be consumed in one sitting.• Consume thawed frozen food within a short period of time after defrosting• Never place warm food in the freezer compartment as it will thaw the frozen food.• Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on food packaging when storing frozenfood. If no information is provided food, should not be stored for more than 3 monthsfrom the date of purchase.• When purchasing frozen food, make sure that it has been stored under appropriateconditions and that the packaging is not damaged.• Frozen food should be transported in appropriate containers and placed in the freezeras soon as possible.• Do not purchase frozen food if the packaging shows signs of humidity and abnormalswelling. It is probable that it has been stored at an unsuitable temperature and thatthe contents have deteriorated.• The storage life of frozen food depends on the room temperature, the thermostat setting,how often the door is opened, the type of food, and the length of time required to transportthe product from the shop to your home. Always follow the instructions printed on thepackaging and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.• The maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicatedon the appliance label.NOTE: If you attempt to open the freezer door immediately after closing it, you will find that it willnot open easily. This is normal. Once equilibrium has been reached, the door will open easily.Important note:• Never refreeze thawed frozen food.• The taste of some spices found in cooked dishes (anise, basilica, watercress, vinegar,assorted spices, ginger, garlic, onion, mustard, thyme, marjoram, black pepper, etc.)changes and they assume a strong taste when they are stored for a long period of time.Therefore, add small amounts of spices to food to be frozen, or the desired spice shouldbe added after the food has thawed.• The storage time of food is dependent on the type of oil used. Suitable oils are margarine,calf fat, olive oil and butter. Unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.