The Freezer
Freezing fresh food
In the compartment various fresh food can be frozen at home. Mind the following to get thorough result. Freeze fresh and faultless food only. Before starting freezing set the thermostatic control knob to position �3� and put the wire shelf in the frozen food compartment to the highest position. Then put in the quantity to be frozen, directly on the wire shelf. Freezing is completed in approx. 24 hours. After 24 hours set the thermostatic control knob back to �Medium� (2-3) position, or leave that in position �3� which is usually adequate for everyday use. It is practical to store the frozen food on the cooling plate or on each other under the wire shelf in the frozen food compartment. Avoid opening the door of frozen food compartment during freezing if possible. It is not expedient to set the thermostat knob to higher (e.g. �6�) position. Freezing time could be reduced this way, but the temperature of the fresh food compartment would go beyond 0 °C permanently, which would cause freezing to foods and drinks stored there. Never freeze food in bigger quantity than given in the �Technical data� at the same time, otherwise freezing will not be thorough and after dissolving various deterioration may take place (losing taste and aroma, lysing, etc.). Do not make ice during freezing preferably, because making ice reduces freezing capacity.
Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
Thawing
Deep frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the fridge or at room temperature, depending on the time available. Small food items may even be cooked from frozen, in this case cooking will take longer. Any frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidentally should either be eaten as soon as possible, or thrown away. Alternatively, if the food is uncooked and has not been completely defrosted it can be cooked and then refrozen. Defrosted cooked food must never be refrozen.
To Make Ice Cubes
1. Fill the ice cube tray ¾ full with cold water, place in the freezing compartment and leave to freeze. 2. To remove the cubes twist the tray or hold it under running water for a few seconds. Never try to free an ice tray that is frozen to the freezer compartment by using pointed or sharp edged objects.
Frozen Food Storage
When first starting the freezer or if the freezer has been out of use for some time, we advise you to run your appliance for at least 2 hours before storing frozen food. Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the manufacturer. Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than is necessary. Important Do not put carbonated liquids in the freezer. Ice lollies, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer can cause a low temperature skin burn. In the event of a power cut the food in the freezer will not be affected if the power cut is short and the freezer is full. Do not open the door. Should the food begin to thaw it must be consumed quickly and must not be re-frozen. (See Hints and Tips) 8
