17Rest modeWhen Rest mode is switched on, the following settings areswitched off:– Fast freezing (if switched on)– Ice maker– Accoustic signal– Interior light– Messages in the display field– The background illumination of the fascia is reduced.– Buttons are locked.To switch on Rest mode: Press and hold down the FAST FREEZING button 3. Press the VACATION button $. Hold down the FAST FREEZING button 3 for a further3 seconds. The VACATION symbol flashes on thedisplay.The background light on the display is reduced.SABBATH is displayed.To end Rest mode, press the VACATION button $.The previous settings and temperature values are usedagain.Freezing and storingStore the frozen produceWhen purchasing deep-frozen food, comply withthe following:– Check whether the packaging is damaged.– Check the sell-by date.– The temperature of the supermarket freezer mustbe lower than 0 °F (–18 °C). If not, the storage lifeof the food is reduced.– Purchase deep-frozen food last. Wrap in newspaperor place in a cold bag and take home.– At home immediately place deep-frozen foodin the freezer compartment. Use the deep-frozenfood before the sell-by date runs out.Freezing food yourselfFreeze fresh, undamaged food only. To prevent food fromlosing its flavour or drying out, place in airtight containers.Food should be frozen solid as quickly as possible.How to wrap food correctly Place the food in the wrapping. Press out all the air. Seal the wrapping. Label the wrapping with the contents and date.The following products are not suitable for wrapping food:Wrapping paper, greaseproof paper, cellophane, refusebags and used shopping bags.The following products are suitable for wrapping food:Plastic film, polyethylene blown film, aluminium foil andfreezer tins. These products can be purchased from yourdealer.m CAUTION mDo not refreeze frozen food which is thawing or which hasthawed. Boil or fry the food before refreezing it. No longerstore the frozen produce for the max. storage period.NOTEBags and polyethylene blown film can be sealedwith a film sealer.