Controlling the Refrigerator Temperature

When setting the refrigerator temperature, you must take into
account the following factors:

◆

The amount of food to be stored

◆

The temperature of the room in which the fridge/freezer
is placed

To store...

Then set the temperature to...

A large amount of food

COLDER

(refrigerator full)

An average amount of food

Between COLDER and COLD

A small amount of food

COLD

(refrigerator relatively empty)

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Depending on the room temperature, you may need to
turn the refrigerator up or down slightly. If it is very low 
set the refrigerator temperature to LOW.

Storing Food

Follow the recommendations below when storing food in the
refrigerator.

1

Put food in containers with lids or in plastic bags or cover it with
plastic film to prevent:

◆

The food from drying up

◆

Smells from permeating other items of food

2

Allow hot food or drinks to cool before placing them in the
refrigerator.

3

Leave sufficient room between the items and in front of the
ventilation slots to enable the cool air to circulate freely.

4

Try and maintain easy access to the temperature dial in case you
need to adjust the temperature.

5

If you have washed any fruit or vegetables, dry them before
storing them in the vegetable bin.

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