Smeg CV10B - Manual (Page 12)

Instructions for Use 70
• Some 24 hours after the last load, set the thermostat knob to the
position for automatic operation (yellow light is off).
• There is no need to set the thermostat knob to the position for
continuous operation if you intend to freeze smaller amount of fresh
foods (1-2 kg).
Storing Frozen Foods
Packages of frozen foods are stored in the basket. If you remove the
baskets, you can store frozen packages directly on the cooling
shelves.
Storing Commercially Frozen Foods
The storage time of commercially frozen foods is indicated on the
packaging. For storing and use consider manufacturer's instruction.
When shopping, be careful to choose only foods which are adequately
packed and provided with complete data and stored in freezers where
the temperature is not higher than -18°C.
Do not buy packages of food wrapped with frost. This indicates that the
package was thawed before at least once.
Packages of frozen foods should be carried well wrapped covered and
as soon as possible stored in the freezer. A temperature rise shortens
the storage time of commercially frozen foods.
Approximate Storage Time forFrozen Foods
Food Storage time (in months)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Vegetable + + +
Fruit + + +
Braed, Pastries +
Milk +
Redy-made meals +
Meat: Beef + + +
Veal + + +
Pork + + +
Poultry + + +
Game + + +
Minced meat +
Smoked sausages +
Fish: lean +
fat +
Offal +
Defrosting of Frozen Food
Partially thawed or defrosted foods should be used as soon as
possible. Cold air preserves the food but it does not destroy
microorganisms which rapidly activate themselves after defrosting and
make foods perishable.
Partial defrosting reduces the nutritional value of foods, especially of
fruits, vegetables and ready-made meals.