Defrosting
Meats, poultry and fish should be thawed in the refrigerator to prevent
the development of bacteria. Other products can be defrosted in ambient
air. Small portions can be cooked straight out of the freezer. Many
ready-to-cook dishes can also be cooked without prior defrosting. Always
follow the recommendations on the packaging.
Bread and pastries can be defrosted in the oven.
Microwave ovens can be used to defrost most foods. Follow the
advice given in the instructions for these ovens and microwave ovens.
In the event of a power outage, if the shutdown does not exceed 15
hours, there is no risk of spoilage of frozen food. However, refrain
from opening the door (the temperature rise time can be significantly
reduced). As soon as you notice the beginning of defrosting, the food
should be consumed as quickly as possible. Never refreeze food that
has been thawed.
Tips for saving energy:
Install the device in a cool, dry and adequately ventilated room.
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Be careful not to expose the device to direct sunlight and never place
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it near a direct heat source (near a radiator, for example).
Never block the ventilation openings or grilles of the appliance.
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Allow food to cool before placing it in the appliance.
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Place frozen items in the refrigerator to thaw.
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The low temperature of frozen products will help cool food in the
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refrigerator.
Defrost the freezer when ice has accumulated. A thick layer of ice risks
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impairing the transfer of cold to frozen products and thus increasing the
energy consumption of the appliance.
Do not leave the appliance doors open for too long when storing or
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removing food from the appliance.
Ice will form less in the freezer if you leave the door open for the
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shortest time possible.
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