Helpful Hints And Tips - VALBERG CNF 493 E X180C Consignes D'utilisation

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Helpful hints and tips

Energy saving tips
We recommend that you follow the tips below to save energy.
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods in order to conserve energy.
• Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of heat (Direct sunlight, electric oven or
cooker etc)
• Don't set the temperature colder than necessary.
• Don't store warm food or evaporating liquid in the appliance.
• Place the appliance in a well ventilated, humidity free, room. Please refer to Installing your
new appliance chapter.
• If the diagram shows the correct combination for the drawers, crisper and shelves, do not
adjust the combination as this is designed to be the most energy efficient configuration.
Hints for fresh food refrigeration
• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator or freezer,the internal temperature will
increase resulting in the compressor having to work harder and will consume more energy.
• Do cover or wrap the food,particularly if it has a strong flavor.
• Place food properly so that air can circulate freely around it.
Hints for refrigeration
• Meat (All Types) Wrap in polythene food: wrap and place on the glass shelf above
the vegetable drawer.Always follow food storage times and use by dates suggested by
manufacturers.
• Cooked food, cold dishes, etc.:
They should be covered and may be placed on any shelf.
• Fruit and vegetables:
They should be stored in the special drawer provided.
• Butter and cheese:
Should be wrapped in airtight foil or plastic film wrap.
• Milk bottles:
Should have a lid and be stored in the door racks.
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Hints for freezing
• When first starting up or after a period out of use, let the appliance run at least 2 hours on
the higher settings before putting food in the compartment.
• Prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make
it possible to subsequently thaw only the quantity required.
• Wrap up the food in aluminum foil or polyethylene food wraps which are airtight.
• Don't allow fresh,unfrozen food to touch the food which is already frozen to avoid
temperature rise of the latter.
• Iced products, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment,will
probably cause frost burns to the skin.
• It is recommended to label and date each frozen package in order to keep track of the
storage time.
Hints for the storage of frozen food
• Ensure that frozen food has been stored correctly by the food retailer.
• Once defrosted, food will deteriorate rapidly and should not be re-frozen. Do not exceed the
storage period indicated by the food manufacturer.
Switching off your appliance
If the appliance needs to be switched off for an extended period, the following steps should
be taken prevent mould on the appliance.
1. Remove all food.
2. Remove the power plug from the mains socket.
3. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly to allow air to circulate.
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