Forte FFD18ES250SS User manual

French Door
Refrigerator
MODEL:
FFD18ES250SS
Please read this instruction manual before connecting
your refrigerator and keep it for future reference

Safety and warning information
Table of Contents
Product Introduction
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
Warning
Warning------------------------------------------------------- 1
Basic safety symbol----------------------------------------- 5
Appliance connection -------------------------------------- 5
LED light ------------------------------------------------------ 5
Safety and warning information--------------------------- 5
Product features -------------------------------------------- 8
Product components --------------------------------------- 9
Installation dimension-------------------------------------- 10
Transportation----------------------------------------------- 11
Where to install your unit ---------------------------------- 11
Adjustable plastic feet ------------------------------------- 11
Door rack ----------------------------------------------------- 11
Before use --------------------------------------------------- 12
Water supply connection ---------------------------------- 12
Starting ------------------------------------------------------ 12
Control panel ------------------------------------------------ 13
Open door alarm -------------------------------------------- 15
Fridge compartment switch off/on ----------------------- 15
Refrigerator chamber -------------------------------------- 16
Freezing chamber ------------------------------------------ 16
Instructions for storing foods ----------------------------- 17
Storage of foods -------------------------------------------- 17
Defrosting --------------------------------------------------- 20
Cleaning ----------------------------------------------------- 20
General information ---------------------------------------- 20
Energy saving tips ------------------------------------------ 20
Normal phenomena ---------------------------------------- 21
Troubleshooting ------------------------------------------- 23

Warning
CAUTION
Symbol ISO 7010 W021 Warning;
Risk of fire/flammable materials!
1. The appliance must be positioned so that
the plug is accessible.
2.WARNING: If the power cord is damaged, it must be
WARNING:
- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
- Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load
and unload refrigerating appliances.
- The appliance is not to be used by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction.
- Children being supervised not to play with the appliance
The refrigerant isobutene(R600a) is contained within the
refrigerant circuit of the appliance,a natural gas with a high
level of environmental compatibility,with which is
nevertheless flammable.
During transportation and installation of the appliance,
ensure that none of the components of the refrigerant
circuit becomes damaged.
The refrigerant (R600a) is flammable.
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Warning
similarly qualified person to avoid any hazards.
3.WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the
appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction.
4.WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or
other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
5.WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
6.WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the
food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they
are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
7.WARNING: This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
8. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
9.WARNING: When the refrigerator is discarded after
use please follow all local laws and regulations.
10.WARNING: The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas
are flammable. Disposing of the refrigerant can only be
done at authorized waste disposal centers. Do not expose
the refrigerant or insulation to extreme heat or an open
flame.
11.WARNING: Do not store explosive substances such as
aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
12.WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure
the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
replaced by the manufacturer,its service agent or
WARNING:
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Warning
13.WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable
socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear
of the appliance.
14. WARNING: To avoid contamination of food,
please respect the following instructions:
- Opening the door for long periods can cause
asignificant increase of the temperature in the
compartments of the appliance.
- Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact
with food and accessible drainage systems.
- Clean water tanks if they have not been used for
48h; flush the water system connected to a water
supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.
- Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the
refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto
other food.
- Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for
storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice-cream
and making ice cubes.
- One-, two- and three-star compartments are not
suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
- lf the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long
periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leavethe
door open to prevent mould developing within the
appliance.
15.WARNING: Risk of child entrapment.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
- Take off the doors.
- Leave the shelves in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
16.WARNING: Before performing any type of
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Warning
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installation or cleaning,disconnect the refrigerator
from the power source and reset the temperature
controls to the desired setting(s).
When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to
the electrical source and reset the temperature
controls to the desired setting.
16.This appliance is intended to be used in household
and similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other
working environments;
- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and
other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments;
- catering and similar non-retail applications.
17.The new hose-sets supplied with the appliance
are to be used and that old hose-sets should not be
reused.
18.WARNING:
19.WARNING: Connect to potable water supply
only.
The water supply system must be installed and
connected by a professional technician.
Connect the refrigerator with the cold water pipe :
Min. pressure: 1.4bar;
Max. pressure: 6.9bar;
fill with potable water only.

Safety and Warning Information
This guide contains many important safety messages.
Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.It alerts you to warnings that will
inform you of any potential hazards that could hurt or kill you.
These messages will also help protect your unit from damage.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol
and the hazard signal word DANGER,WARNING,or CAUTION.
These words mean:
You could be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow the
instructions.
You may be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow the
instructions.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury or product damage only.
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WARNING
CAUTION
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To reduce the risk of fire,electric shock,or injury to persons
when using your product,basic safety precautions should be
followed,including the following.
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Basic safety symbol
Safety and warning information
Appliance connection
The appliance is applicable to 115/60Hz only,and the allowable
voltage fluctuation range is 98~132V.
In order to ensure safety,the socket and its cable must be able to
withstand the current of above 15A.
CAUTION
Replaceable (LED only) light source by a professional.
This product contains two light sources of energy efficiency
class F.
LED light
LED LED
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GAS
Safety and Warning Information
Safety and warning information
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If you believe there is refrigerant leaking, do not touch the unit or the
power outlet, ventilate the room and if possible turn your unit off using the
circuit breaker. Call the manufacturer immediately.
Refrigerant will cause serious injury when coming into contact with the
skin or eyes. If this happens please immediately seek out medical
treatment.
Make sure to use a grounded power outlet.Consult a qualified electrician
or service person if the ground-ing instructions are not completely
understood,or if you have doubts on whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
Wait for 5 minutes or longer before reconnecting the power cord. Failure to
do so may cause the freezer to fail.
The incorrect grounding may cause breakdown and/or electric shock.
A dedicated outlet should be used.Using several devices at one outlet may
cause fire.
Do not allow the power plug to face upward or to be squeezed at the back
of the fridge.Water may be flown into or the plug may be damaged, which
can cause fire or injury.
Do not allow the power cord bent or pressed by the heavy object to be
damaged.
Unplug the power cord when cleaning,handling the interior lamp of the
fridge.
Failure to do so may result in a electric shock or other injury.
Remove water or dust from the power plug with a dry clean cloth,do not
use wet hands touch it and insert it with the ends of the pins securely
connected.
Do not use the fridge for non-domestic perposes(storing medicine or
testing material,blood,using on a ship,etc.) It may cause an unexpected
risk such as fire,electric shock,deterioration of stored material or chemical
reaction.
Do not use or store inflammable materials
ether,benzene,alcohol,medicine,liquid propane gas,spray or cosmetics
near or in the fridge.It may cause explosion or cause a fire.
Do not put any glassware that is not design for use in a fridge or freezer
inside. The glass may crack or break which can lead to injury.
Do not place the heavy object or the dangerous objects such
as:cup,flower vase,cosmetics,medicine or any containers with water in
the fridge.
It may be dropped and cause injury,fire or electric shock when opening or
closing the door.
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Safety and Warning Information
Safety and warning information
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Do not touch food or containers in the freezer with wet hands.It may cause
frostbite.
Do not spray water at the outside or the inside of the fridger do not clean it
with benzene or thinner.
Do not clean the unit with any acidic cleaners, abrasive brushes, sharp
tools, and/or any cleaner that contains benzene.
Do not use a drier to dry the inside of the unit,nor light a candle to remove
odour.It may cause an explosion or fire.
Do not cling to the door or the trays of the door.It may make the fridge fall
down and cause serious injuries or even death. Especially,do not allow the
children to do the above.
Do not put ice in a thin crystal cup or ceramic ware.It may break cup or
ceramic ware to cause injury.
Do not allow anyone except a qualified service person to disassemble,
repair, or alter the fridge. Unless directed by the manufacturer.It may
cause injury,electric shock or fire.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar
applications such as:
–staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
–farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
–bed and breakfast type environments;
–catering and similar non-retail applications.
Do not install the fridge in a wet or high humidity environment.Failure to do
so will cause premature deterioration, cause the unit to run more
frequently and can cause an electrical shock.
Install the appliance in a dry,well-ventilated room.
The appliance should be placed close to the wall outlet,it is easy to cut off
the power supply at the time of the accident.
Do not expose the unit to extreme heat or any open flame.
Keep your unit in a well ventilated area, make sure if the unit is built-in that
there is adequate air flow around the unit.
Do not cover or obstruct the exhaust area on the back of your unit, failure
to do so may cause eclectically shock or injury. It may cause electric shock
or injury.

Product features
Product Introduction
This unit container super freeze, energy-savings, noise
reduction, optimal refrigeration are preset options for your unit.
Precise temperature control
Microcomputer control systems are able to separately control
both the fridge and freezer more accurately.
Automatic defrosting
This unit is equipped with a program that controls the frequency
and duration of defrosting your freezer. This will make sure that
you never need to manually defrost the freezer.
LED display and temperature controls
The control board respectively displays the fridge and freezer
temperatures. To change the setting in either section simply
press the up or down arrow depending on the chance you
would like made.
Tempered glass,safe and reliable
Tempered glass, is safe and reliable, easy to clean and durable.
Easy clean and removable door seal
The door seal(s) are easy to remove and clean, allowing the
product to operate efficiently for longer.
Door-open alarm system
If you leave any of your doors open for longer than 1-minute the
alarm system will remind you to close the door.
Automatic ice maker
The refrigerator has the function of automatic ice making.
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Product Introduction
The layout of items below are subject to change without notice, and may not look or come setup
as seen in the picture below.
The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the
model.
Product components
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B Freezer compartment
4 Freezer drawer
5 Ice maker
A Refrigerator compartment
1 Refrigerator door rack
2 Refrigerator glass shelves
3 Crisper

The above figures are a guideline for installation purposes. The actual dimensions of the unit
may vary slightly.
To ensure that your unit works at peak efficiency please maintain sufficient space around your
unit as outlined on the next page.
Installation dimension
Product Introduction
Select a good location to place your appliance where it is flat and easy to use.Avoid
placing the unit near heat sources,direct sunlight or moisture.
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30
25.6
70
31.2
54.7
42
12.5 12.5
Measurements in Inches

The refrigerator must be placed on hard, flat ground;
if cushioning is needed, stable, hard, nonflammable cushion
blocks shall be used.
The unit shall be kept away from damp locations where water is
present.Water or dirt should be removed from any surface of the
unit as soon as possible using a soft cloth. This will help prevent
rust and will help your unit run at peak efficiency.
Place the refrigerator in a well-ventilated place, reserve a certain
space around and behind the refrigerator, and do not cover or block
the air grille on the rear cover plate of compressor at the back of
refrigerator; Keep the refrigerator away from heat source or direct
sunlight.
Do not carry the refrigerator horizontally or by laying it down.
Do not carry the refrigerator by holding the door or handle; the
refrigerator shall be carried by lifting the bottom.
This unit should never be moved alone, two people are required
to safely lift or move your unit.
Installation
Transportation
Where to install your unit
Adjustable plastic feet
When the refrigerator stays in the packing box, plastic feet are in
tightened state. After carrying it out from the packing box for
placement, please make sure to adjust two front plastic feet until
the height is suitable; just adjust two plastic feet with a wrench or
directly by hand.
Plastic feet and rear rollers must touch the ground to prevent the
refrigerator from movement, vibration or noise.
When moving the refrigerator, adjust plastic feet
counterclockwise to keep them off the ground, and then push the
refrigerator gently to move it.
Door rack
This is the door shelf guide
door rack
liner of door
Disassembly: Hold both sides of the door rack with both hands.
Push it from the side without the guide and push it inward as seen
in the diagram.Push until the edge of the door rack is separated
from the grove of the liner.
Installation :Hold both sides of the door rack with both hands.
Install the buckle of the guide side at first. Then push the other
side inward slightly,the guide will then click into place and the
door rack will be installed. Please make sure it is installed
properly before use.
DO NOT USE THE FOAM PACKAGING AS CUSHIONING BLOCKS!
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Operation
Before Use
This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.
Remove all of the packaging, including the foam backing at the bottom of the unit and the
tape that fixes the shelves and door bins inside.
Place the refrigerator to a proper position, and adjust the feet to level. It is recommended to
wipe out your unit with a warm soapy cloth and dry it thoroughly before use.
Place the refrigerator and adjust to level, clean it, let the refrigerator stand for above 4-6
hours, and then power the unit on. This helps make sure that the oil from the compressor has
settled properly, and will help your unit run normally.
Starting
Connect the power cord, and turn on the power switch.
Upon startup for the first time, the screen will display respective set temperature values (the
temperature of the fridge section is set to 38ºF, the temperature of the freezer is set to -02ºF.
The default mode is energy saving upon startup: The screen displays for 20s and then goes
off. This mode to save energy and prolong the service life of LED lights.
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The water supply system must be installed and connected by a professional technician.
Water supply connection
When using the function of ice maker, please make sure that the tap water pipe is connected normally
and the water valve is opened. Enough space shall be reserved for the faucet connecting water source.
After the refrigerator operates stably, the ice maker will make ice. Upon power-on for the first time, cold
water is available after 5 hours since the refrigerator operates normally, and ice cubes or crushed ice is
available after 12 hours.
WARNING: Connect to potable water supply only.

Control panel
Operation
Default is Fahrenheit when power is on.
Press "MODE" button 5 seconds, to switch between and .
Other buttons use the same method to switch between two modes.
Set temperature range: Fahrenheit degree mode
1.Fridge temperature range: 32~43 (Default value 38 )
2.Freezer temperature range: -10~5(Default value -2)
°C °F
°F °F
°F °F
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CHILD LOCK
The CONTROL PANEL LOCK is designed to prevent any changes to
the settings to the refrigerator.
To enable the CHILD LOCK, press the LOCK button, the CHILD LOCK
icon will turn on.
The control panel will be locked until unlocked at the control panel or
there is a loss of power.
To disable the CHILD LOCK, press and hold the lock button for
approximately 3 seconds until the LOCK icon turns off and the control
panel is working in normal operation mode.
Setting the Temperature Control
• Your unit has one control for regulating the temperature. The temperature control is located
on the outside of the refrigerator compartment door.
• The first time you turn the unit on, the unit will start at the factory-set default temperature,
which is 38ºF in the refrigerator compartment and -02ºF in the freezer compartment.
• The first time you turn the unit on, adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment to
34ºF and run for at least 4 hours before placing food inside. This will ensure that the freezer
compartment is thoroughly chilled and the refrigerator compartment is stabilized before food is
placed inside. Then adjust the temperature setting to your desired setting.
• To adjust the temperature in each zone, press the appropriate zone button, and the selected
zone will flash on and off. The temperature will change according to the pre-set temperatures
as shown below. You will hear a bell chime with each press of the control panel buttons.

Operation
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FAST FREEZE MODE
This mode will set the freezer temperature to -10ºF for a quick drop in temperature when storing
large amounts of warm or room-temperature foods in the freezer.
The unit will remain in FAST FREEZE mode for 24 hours or until the temperature reaches -10ºF
and will then return to the original setting, or until the function is turned off at the control panel.
FAST COOL and FAST FREEZE can be run simultaneously.
FAST COOL MODE
This mode will set the refrigerator temperature to 32ºF for quick drop in temperature when storing
large amounts of warm or room temperature foods in the refrigerator.
The unit will remain in FAST COOL mode for 2 hours and 30 minutes or until the
temperature reaches 32ºF and will then return to the original setting, or until the function is turned off
at the control panel. Both FAST COOL and FAST FREEZE can be run together at the same time.
To enable the FAST COOL mode, press the feature button until the FAST COOL icon is illuminated.
The icon will remain illuminated when activated.
To disable the FAST COOL mode, press the function button until the FAST COOL icon is turned off.
VACATION MODE
Use this mode when leaving for long periods of time, where you will remove the large
majority of the refrigerator contents but leave contents in the freezer.
Vacation mode will automatically set the refrigerator section to 43ºF and the freezer
. The unit will remain in VACATION MODE until the feature is
deactivated at the control panel.
To enable VACATION mode, press the feature button until the VACATION icon is illuminated.
The icon will remain illuminated when activated.
To disable VACATION mode, press the function button until the VACATION icon is turned off.
section to 5ºF
To enable the FAST FREEZE mode, press the feature button until the FAST FREEZE icon is
illuminated. The icon will remain illuminated when activated.
To disable the FAST FREEZE mode, press the function button until the FAST FREEZE icon is
turned off.

Operation
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NOTE:
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR WHERE THE TEMPERATURE WILL
DROP BELOW 32ºF OR RISE ABOVE 110ºF. THE COMPRESSOR WILL NOT BE ABLE TO
MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR.
FOR INSTALLATIONS WHERE THE TEMPERATURES WILL BE MORE THAN , SET
THE FREEZER TEMPERATURE CONTROL TO THE "COLDEST" SETTING. THIS WILL
IMPROVE THE FUNCTIONING THE REFRIGERATOR UNDER THESE CONDITIONS.
32ºF
Long press"fridge"button for 5 seconds to set fridge compartment on/off,when fridge
compartment is switched off,the fridge temperature digital display will go off;under the
fridge compartment switched off state,long press"fridge"button for 5 seconds to restart
fridge function.
Fridge compartment switch off/on
When the refrigerator door is open for above 1 min, the buzzer will alarm to remind users to
close the door. After the door is closed, the alarm sound will stop automatically.
Open door alarm
NOTE:
•IF THE UNIT IS UNPLUGGED, HAS LOST POWER, OR IT IS TURNED OFF. YOU MUST WAIT
3 TO 5 MINUTES BEFORE RESTARTING THE UNIT. IF YOU ATTEMPT TO RESTART BEFORE
THIS TIME DELAY, THE REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER WILL NOT START.

Refrigerator chamber
Operation
The fridge compartment should mainly be used to store food that will be consumed in
a short time.
Freezing chamber
The freezing chamber is used to freeze foods,store deeply frozen foods and make ice
cubes.lt can preserve foods for a long time.
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5 Ice maker
4 Freezer drawer
1
2 Refrigerator glass shelves
3 Crisper
Refrigerator door rack
CAUTION
The food especially the oily food which stored in refrigerator ,please avoid the direct contact
with the liner.When the interior stained with oil or oily food soup stains, should be cleaned
immediately to avoid the long contact with the liner which may lead to the liner corrosion and
cracking.
-Two-star( )frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making
ice-cream and making ice cubes.
One star( ), two star( )and three star( )compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
-If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods,switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the
door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.
-Please depend on the actual situation of the product.
The freezing chamber is suitable for retaining the freshness of foods for a long
time. When storing meat, it is suggested to cut the meat into pieces which are
easy to take out, and mark the freezing date to prevent foods from exceeding
the time limit.
The ice maker can make about 1,800g of ice every 24 hours.
When the freezing chamber reaches the set temperature, the ice maker can make the first
batch of ice just for several hours.
CAUTION:When the ice maker is making ice cubes, you may hear the beep from water valve,
flowing sound of water into ice maker, and falling sound of ice cubes.

Instructions for storing foods
CAUTION
-When storing freezing foods, put them to the inside of freezing chamber, other than the bottle
rack.
-Do not put bottled or canned foods into the freezing chamber to prevent frost cracking.
Before putting hot foods into the refrigerator, cool them to room temperature first; otherwise,
they will increase power consumption.
-Mark the freezing date on the packaging bag according to different storage lives of foods, so
as to prevent foods from exceeding the time limit.
-Divide foods into proper pieces and package them separately, which are easy to freeze
thoroughly and will not frozen together.
-The packaging materials shall be odorless, airtight, watertight and pollution-free, so
packaged foods are not easy to taint by other odor, without quality reduction.
-Do not put too many fresh foods into the freezing chamber once, preferably not exceeding the
freezing capacity value of refrigerator.
-Melted foods can not be frozen again, unless they are made into dishes; otherwise, their
service quality will be affected.
-Glass bottles or glass containers shall not be placed into the freezing chamber or at the air
outlet of refrigerating chamber duct; otherwise, they may explode.
-Foods can not block the air outlet; otherwise, abnormal air circulation will be caused.
Operation
Your appliance has the accessories as the “Structure illustration" showed in general, with this
part instruction you can have the right way to storage your food.The glass shelves and crisper
can be removed to store food if needed.
Note: Food is not allowed to touch directly all surfaces inside the appliance. lt has to be
wrapped separately in aluminum sheet or in cellophane sheet or in airtight plastic boxes
Precautions for internal and external cleaning of refrigerator:
Before cleaning, always turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug.
During cleaning, make sure that no water will enter the switch, control panel, door lamp and
top control box.
Remove dirt from the outside of refrigerator with mild cleaner, then wipe with clean soft cloth,
and let the refrigerator dry naturally.
When cleaning door sealing strip, always use clean water, wipe with dry cloth and let it dry
naturally. Wet soft cloth with warm water or neutral cleaner to wipe the refrigerator body except
the door sealing strip.
lt is forbidden to flush the refrigerator directly with water,which will affect electrical insulation
properties, etc.
lt is forbidden to clean the refrigerator with metal wipers,ware brushes, coarse abrasive
cleaners,strong alkaline detergents,or flammable or toxic cleaning fluids.
Dairy foods and eggs
Most pre-packed dairy foods have a recommended 'use by/best before/best by/ date stamped
on them. Store them in the fridge compartment and use within the recommended time.
Storage of foods
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FOOD
Butter, cheese
Eggs
Fruit, vegetables, salad
Meat, sausage, cheese, milk
Dairy products, canned food, cans
Drinks, bottles, tubes
Location(Refrigerator )
Upper door rack
Door rack
Crisper
Lower area (lowest shelf 1 crisper cover)
Upper area or door rack
Door rack
chamber
Butter can become tainted by strong smelling foods so it is best stored in a sealed container.
Eggs should be stored in the fridge compartment.
Red meat
Place fresh red meat on a plate and loosely cover with waxed paper, plastic wrap or foil.
Store cooked and raw meat on separate plates. This will prevent any juice lost from the raw
meat from contaminating the cooked product.
Poultry
Fresh whole birds should be rinsed inside and out with cold running water, dried and placed on
a plate. Cover loosely with plastic wrap or foil
Poultry pieces should also be stored this way. Whole poultry should never be
stuffed until just before cooking, otherwise food poisoning may result.
Fish and seafood
Whole fish and fillets should be used on the day of purchase. Until required refrigerate on a
plate loosely covered with plastic wrap, waxed paper or foil. lf storing overnight or longer, take
particular care to select very fresh fish.
Whole fish should be rinsed in cold water to remove loose scales and dirt and then patted dry
with paper towels. Place whole fish or fillets in a sealed plastic bag.
Keep shellfish chilled at all times. Use within 1-2 days.
Precooked foods and leftovers
These should be stored in suitable covered containers so that the food will not dry out.
Keep for only 1-2 days.
Reheat leftovers only once and until steaming hot.
Vegetable container
The vegetable container is the optimum storage location for fresh fruit and vegetables.
Take care not to store the following at temperatures of less than 43°F for long periods: Citrus fruit,
melons, aborigines, pineapple, papaya, curette, passion fruit, cucumber, peppers, tomatoes.
Undesirable changes will occur at low temperatures such as softening of the flesh, browning
and/or accelerated decaying
Do not refrigerate avocados (until they are ripe), bananas and mangoes.
Operation
Storage of foods
FOOD
Small frozen food
Packaged frozen foods
Fish,meat,ice cream
Location(Freezer chamber)
Door rack
Freezer drawer
Lower area(lower shelf or drawer)
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