Summit FFBF171SS - Manual (Page 12)

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Defrosting
The freezer compartment defrosts automatically.
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! WARNINGS!
• The fan inside the freezer compartment circulates cold air. Never insert
any object through the guard. Do not allow children to play with the freezer
fan.
• To ensure that you obtain the best possible performance from your
appliance, do not obstruct the freezer fan guard.
• Never store products that contain inflammable propellant gas (e.g., spray
cans) or explosive substances.
Food Storage Information
• When storing fresh food that is not prepackaged, be sure to wrap or store it in
airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This will ensure
proper shelf life and prevent the transfer of odors and tastes.
Fresh food
• Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless messes.
• Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original carton or in the
supplied egg tray to maximize shelf life.
• Fruit should be washed and dried, then put into in sealed plastic bags before
storing in the refrigerator.
• Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or containers.
• Leafy vegetables should be washed and dried, then stored in plastic bags or
containers.
• Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the refrigerator. This will
prevent unnecessary energy use.
• Fresh seafood should be used the same day as purchased.
• When storing meats in the fresh food section, keep in the original packaging or
rewrap as necessary. Follow the suggestions below for safe storage:
Chicken 1 - 2 days
Ground beef 1 - 2 days
Cold cuts 3 - 5 days
Steaks/roasts 3 - 5 days
Smoked/cured meats 7 - 10 days
All others 1 - 2 days
If longer periods of storage are required, store immediately in the freezer section.