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31.
STORING FOOD IN THE
REFRXGERATOR
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Proper refrigeration requires
free air circulation within the food storage
coar
partment. Restricted air circulation within the food storage compartment will
cause higher cabinet temperatures, Rearrange foods.
It is also essential that the shelves are not covered with paper or large
storage containers.
Odorous foods or highly flavored foods should always be stored in covered
.
dishes, plastic bags or wrapped in foil or wax paper, to prevent food odors.
Vegetables, lettuce, etc.,
should be covered to retain their crispness, Xever
put hot food into the refrigerator.
To reduce frost formation in and on the freezing compartment, cover stored
liquids and moist foods and do not leave the door open longer than necessary,
When the refrigerator is heavily loaded,
it takes longer for refrigerator
telh-
peratures to lower, also increasing the ice making time. A very heavy load may
also cause defrosting.
The cabinet interior should be cleaned regularly. Remove the shelves and wash the
lining with lukewarm water to which a little baking soda may be added. Dry
thoroughly,
especially around door frames and door gasket,
Warm
water only should
be used to wash the cooling evaporator,
ice-tra:rs
and shelves.
Plastic dishes may be washed in warm soapy water
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not hotter than is bearable to
the hand. Do not expose them to dry heat, (Never use strong chemicals or abrasive
cleaning materials on any part of the cabinet).
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33.
ICE
CLiES
1.
Do not use warm
water, as it takes longer to freeze.
2.
Faster freezing
will result if
precooled
water is used.
34.
TRAVEL
LATCti
The travel latch may be fitted to hold the door closed while in transit.
35.
TO SHUT OFF THE CABINET
If for any reason refrigeration is not required over a period of weeks, the gas
taps or electric switch should be turned off,
The cabinet and ice trays should be emptied,
cleaned
and dried and the door left
ajar,
36.
DOOR SEAL
1.
It is essential, for correct operation, that the door gasket makes a good seal
all around, against the front of the cabinet.
The compression of the gasket down the hinge side must not be too great: The
gasket should just contact the front of the cabinet when the door is closed.
This is normally allowed for during manufacturing,
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