Hotpoint RZM61 - Manual (Page 10)

Useful Advice
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● Liquid-filled bottles or sealed fizzy drinks must not be stored in freezer, as
they may burst.
● Lollipops and water ices should not be given to children directly from the
freezer the low temperature may cause ‘freezer burns’.
● Store ice cream towards the top front of the freezer and remove from freezer
15-30 minutes before serving.
● Ensure food is labelled and dated before placing in freezer.
● When freezing fresh food follow the instructions for using fast freeze (see
CONTROLS section).
● Do not allow fresh food to come into contact with food already frozen, the
frozen food could start to defrost.
● Once thawed, food should be cooked and eaten within 24 hours or cooked
and refrozen.
● Fully defrost your freezer when the ice is between 3-5mm thick ( 1 /
4
inch) (see
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section).
Note : A thick layer of ice will increase the running costs of your freezer.
USEFUL AD
VICE
Storing Food in a Freezer
●
Freeze and store either fresh food or long
term commercially frozen foods.
● Generally speaking long term storage means
up to 3 months but this can vary, so always
follow your supplier’s recommendations
otherwise refer to the pictorial guide on the
door liner (as shown).
● Place frozen food in the freezer
compartment as soon as possible after
buying it.
Making the best use of your Freezer
Note : Always use the handle provided to open the freezer door.
To ensure that your freezer operates as efficiently as possible :
● Follow food packaging “best before/use by” instructions or your suppliers
advice on a suitable maximum storage time.
● Keep foods tightly covered to retain moisture and prevent flavour/odour
transference. Plastic bags, aluminium foil, plastic stretch wrap and containers
with lids are ideal.
● Select chilled and frozen food last when shopping, transport in a ‘cool bag’
and place in freezer as soon as possible after arriving home.
● Avoid opening the door unnecessarily or for longer than needed.
● Allow hot or warm food to cool down in covered containers before placing in
the freezer, as placing hot food inside reduces efficiency.
● Prepare fresh foods for freezing in small quantities to ensure that the food
freezes quickly and so that its quality does not deteriorate.
● Ensure that packets/containers of food are dry before freezing otherwise
they may freeze together.