Midea MDRM691MIE28 [14/104] Tips on storing food

Tips on storing food

Freezer compartment

• The freezer is designated for the storage of food frozen at very low temperature,

long-term storage of frozen food, and for the production of ice.

• Only use the shelves in the door of the freezer to store frozen food, not for storing

hot food designated for freezing.

• Do not put fresh and frozen food next to each other. The frozen food may thaw.

• When freezing fresh food (such as meat,  sh or chopped meat), cut them into parts

that can be used at the same time.

• Storing frozen food: instructions are usually stated on the packages, which must be

followed. If there is no information on the packaging, food should not be stored for

longer than three months from the date of purchase.

• When purchasing frozen food, make sure that it was frozen at a suitable

temperature and that the packaging is not damaged.

• Frozen food should be kept in suitable packages to retain the quality and should be

returned to the freezer compartment as soon as possible.

• If a package of frozen food shows moisture or abnormal bulging, it is probable that

it was stored at the wrong temperature and the content is spoiled.

• The storage period for frozen food depends on the room temperature, the

thermostat setting, the frequency of opening the door of the freezer, the type of

food and the time of transporting the product from the shop to the household.

Always follow the instructions printed on the packaging and never exceed the

maximum storage time stated on the package.

Cooling compartment

• To reduce moisture and subsequent ice build-up, never put liquid into the

refrigerator in unsealed containers. Frost tends to concentrate in the coolest parts

of the evaporator. Storing uncovered liquids results in a more frequent need for

defrosting.

• Never put warm foods in the refrigerator. These should  rst cool down at room

temperature and then be placed so as to ensure adequate air circulation in the

refrigerator.

• Foods or food containers should not touch the back wall of the refrigerator because

they could freeze to the wall. Do not keep regularly opening the door of the

refrigerator.

• Meat and clean  sh (packed in a package or plastic foil) can be placed in the

refrigerator, which can be used in 1–2 days.

• Fruit and vegetables without packaging can be placed in the part designated for

fresh fruit and vegetables.

Recommended Temperature

The optimal temperature setting for food storage:

• Fridge: 4 °C , Freezer: -18 °C

The optimal temperature setting of each compartment depends on the ambient temperature.

Above optimal temperature is based on the ambient temperature of 25 °C.

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