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When it is selected, it also mutes the acoustic alarm (on some models only). Freezers with door contact rod The acoustic alarm sounds when the door has been left open for more than 1 minute. The alarm stops when the door is closed. If it is necessary to leave the freezer door open for more than 1 minute (e.g. to rearrange food in the drawers), the alarm can be deactivated by pulling the rod (see figure). 16 61433002GB.fm Page 17 Thursday, March 24, 2005 3:23 PM HOW TO USE THE FREEZER Fast freeze operation To freeze the maximum amount of food, press the fast freeze button 24 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer. The recommended amount of food to be frozen is indicated on the data plate on the inside of the appliance. When putting food in to freeze, the red LED may light up until the ideal temperature is reached. hours after placing the food in to freeze, deactivate the fast freeze function. Tips for freezing and storing fresh food • Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, plastic wrap, cling film, polyethylene containers with lids, and other containers provided they are suitable for freezing foods. • Foodstuffs (except meat, see below) must be fresh, mature and of prime quality in order to obtain high quality frozen food. • Fresh vegetables and fruit should preferably be frozen as soon as they are picked to maintain the full original nutritional value, consistency, colour and flavour. Some meat, especially game, should be hung before it is frozen. Note: • Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the freezer. • Use fully or partially defrosted foods immediately. Do not refreeze unless the food is cooked after it has thawed. Once cooked, the thawed food can be refrozen. Freezing and storing fresh food • Place foods to be frozen in the two upper baskets. • When the freezer is used without the rack, place the ice packs above the food to be frozen at the front of the top drawer. Important: The table alongside shows the recommended maximum storage time for frozen fresh foods. Classification of frozen foods Put the frozen products into the drawers (baskets) and classify them. For correct use, follow the storage life indications on the table. Tip for checking frozen food Place a low temperature thermometer in the middle of the frozen food to check the temperature. Do not place it on the frozen food which would determine the temperature of the air and not the temperature of the food. MONTHS FOOD 17 61433002GB.fm Page 18 Thursday, March 24, 2005 3:23 PM HOW TO USE THE FREEZER Advice for storing frozen food When purchasing frozen food products: • Ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package is swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored under optimal conditions and defrosting may have already begun. • When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag. • Once at home, place the frozen foods immediately in the freezer. • If food has defrosted even partially, do not re-freeze it. Consume within 24 hours. • Avoid subjecting foods to temperature variations. Observe the “best before” date on the package. • Always observe the storage information on the package. Removing the baskets • Pull the baskets out as far as they come, then lift up slightly and remove. • Pull the lower basket out fully, then rotate it slightly in order to remove. Note on overall capacity The overall capacity has been calculated without the rack and without the three upper baskets. For increased storage space, the freezer compartment can be used without the two upper baskets, e.g. to freeze poultry or the like. Making ice cubes • Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full and place it in the tray or in a basket. • Use a spoon handle to detach the tray if it is stuck to the bottom of the freezer. Do not use sharp or pointed instruments. • Bend the ice tray slightly to remove the cubes. • If the tray is made of aluminium, pour water on the bottom of the tray. Note: If the freezer door does not re-open immediately after closing, wait two or three minutes in order to allow for compensation of the vacuum created. Switching off the freezer • Turn the thermostat anti-clockwise to . The green LED goes out, as well as any other LED that is alight; The appliance is still connected to the mains power supply. 18 61433002GB.fm Page 19 Thursday, March 24, 2005 3:23 PM HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the appliance from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply. Defrost the freezer compartment once or twice a year, or when the ice on the walls reaches a thickness of about 3 mm. If possible, defrost the freezer when it is nearly empty. • If there are still frozen foods in the freezer, press the fast freeze button a few hours before defrosting to further chill the food. • Remove the food from the freezer, wrap in newspaper and group ...