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Using the appliance
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CAUTION :
• Do not store carbonated drinks in this compartment.
• Health risk: This preservation compartment is not a
freezer and is not for storing food intended for this purpose
beyond its use-by date, even if it is for a short period.
Noises coming from inside the appliance!
• You may find that your appliance makes some unusual noises. Most of these noises are
perfectly normal, but you should be aware of them!
• These noises are caused by the refrigerant flowing through the cooling circuit. These noises
have got louder since the introduction of CFC-free gases. This is not a fault and does not affect
the performance of the appliance. This is the sound of the compressor motor running, as it
pumps refrigerant through the system.
Tips for storing food in the appliance
• Cooked meat/fish must always be stored on a shelf above the raw meat/fish to prevent the
transfer of bacteria. Keep raw meats/fish in a container that is big enough to collect the juices
and cover it properly.
• Place the container on the lowest shelf.
• Leave space around the food so that air can flow inside the appliance. Make sure that the
parts of the appliance stay cool.
• To prevent the food from drying out or flavours from being transferred to other food items,
wrap them up or keep them covered and separate. It is not, however, necessary to wrap fruit
and vegetables.
• Always allow pre-cooked food items to cool down before placing them in the refrigerator.
This method maintains the internal temperature of the appliance.
• To prevent cold air from escaping from the appliance, open the door as little as possible.
We recommend that you only open the door when you need to add food to the appliance or
get food out of it.