Sharp SJ-PT690RS - Manual (Page 6)

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Refrigeration reduces the rate of food spoilage.
To maximize the shelf life of perishable food products,
ensure that the food is the freshest possible quality. The
following is a general guide to help promote longer food
storage.
Fruit / Vegetables
To minimize moisture loss, fruit and vegetables should be
loosely enclosed in a plastic material e.g. wrap, bags (do
not seal) and place in the fruit and vegetable crisper.
Dairy Products & Eggs
• Most dairy products have a use by date on the outer
packaging which informs the recommended temperature
and shelf life of the product.
• Eggs should be stored in the Egg holder.
Meats / Fish / Poultry
• Place on a plate or dish and cover with paper or plastic
wrap.
• For larger cuts of meat, fish, or poultry, place to the rear
of the shelves.
• Ensure all cooked food is wrapped securely or placed in
an airtight container.
NOTE
• Evenly place the food on the
shelves to allow the cooling air to
circulate efficiently.
• Hot foods should be cooled before
storing. Storing hot foods
increases the temperature in the
unit and increases the risk of food
spoilage.
• Do not block the outlet and inlet of
the cool air circulating circuit with
foods or containers; otherwise the
foods will not be evenly cooled
throughout the refrigerator.
• Keep the door securely closed.
For best freezing
• Quality of foods should be fresh.
• Freeze small quantities of food at a time to freeze them
quickly.
• Food should be properly stored or covered and the air
should be removed to seal tightly.
• Evenly place the food in the freezer.
• Label bags or containers to keep an inventory of freezing
food.
WARNING
■
Unplug the refrigerator first to prevent electric
shock.
■
Do not splash water directly on the outer cabinet
or the interior. This may lead to rusting and
deterioration of the electrical insulation.
IMPORTANT
To prevent cracking on inside surfaces and plastic
components, follow these tips.
• Wipe any food oils adhered to plastic components.
• Some household chemicals may cause damage, so use
only diluted washing-up liquid (soapy water).
• If undiluted detergent is used or soapy water is not wiped
off thoroughly, cracking of plastic parts can result.
1 Remove the shelves and pockets from the cabinet and
door. Wash them in warm soapy dishwashing water;
rinse in clean water and dry.
(Only fruit and vegetable shelf is not removable.)
2 Clean the inside with a cloth soaked in warm soapy
dishwashing water. Then, use cold water to wipe off
soapy water.
3 Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth each time it is soiled.
4 Clean the Magnetic door seal with a toothbrush and
warm soapy dishwashing water.
5 Wipe the control panel with the dry cloth.
NOTE
• To prevent damage to your refrigerator, do not use heavy
duty cleansers or solvents (lacquer, paint, polishing powder,
benzine, boiled water, etc.).
• If the power supply is disconnected, please wait for at least
5 minutes before re-connecting power.
• The glass shelves weigh approximately 3 kg each. Hold
firmly when removing from the cabinet or carrying.
• When dropped the juice and the like near the control panel,
wipe off directly. It becomes cause of failure of the control
panel.
• Do not drop objects inside the refrigerator or strike the inner
wall. This may cause the inner surface to crack.
Defrosting
Defrosting is fully automatic due to a unique energy saving
system.
When the compartment light is blown
Contact the service agent approved by SHARP to request
a replacement compartment light. The compartment light
is not to be removed other than by qualified service
personnel.
Switching off your refrigerator
If you switch your refrigerator off when you are going away
for an extended period, remove all food, clean the interior
thoroughly. Remove the power cord plug from the power
socket and leave all doors open.
STORING FOOD CARE AND CLEANING
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