Haier HRK-176AA User manual

Refrigerator-freezer
USER’S INSTRUCTIONS
HRK-176AA
HRK-176AAB
HRK-176AAS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Structure illustration
Transport and handling
Installation
Storage of food
Defrosting
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Temperature control - 5 -
General instructions for care and maintenance
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Test - 5 -
Important safety instruction - 1 -
Door reverse
Troubleshooting
Technical specifications
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This product is for household use only!
Please read these instructions carefully before the first use of this product
and save this manual for your future reference.
1. 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.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
2. 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
3. Warning: Do not use mechanical devices or other
mean to accelerate the defrosting process, other
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Warning: Except the items recommended by
manufacturer, DO NOT use any electric
appliance in the units.
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5. Warning: Never try to use this appliance for
applications or in a way which is not described in
the instruction, otherwise severe hazards may
occur.
6. Warning: If the supply cord is damaged, or if the
appliance has malfunctions or it has been damaged
in any manner, please return the appliance to the
manufacturer, its authorized service agent or
similarly qualified persons for examination, repair or
adjustment in order to avoid a hazard.
7. WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the
appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure,
clear of obstruction.
8. WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
9. WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside
the food storage compartments of the appliance,
unless they are of the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
10. Do not use the appliance in a dusty environment
or in an explosive and inflammable atmosphere
(inflammable gases, vapors, vapors from organic
solvents, etc.)
11. Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
12. Do not pour water directly onto the freezer,
which may cause declining of insulation and
corrosiveness.
13. Insert the plug into a single grounded socket.
Make sure to place the plug all the way into socket
when connecting your appliance.
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14. To prevent possible harm to the environment or
human health from uncontrolled waste disposal,
recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable
reuse of material resources. And the disposal should
only be done through public collection points.
15. Appliance should be placed on a horizontal floor
and keep the ventilation freely. Don't try to replace
or repair any components by yourself, ask the service
agency for help if necessary.
16. Always handle the appliance to avoid any damage.
17. Caution: Do not connect grounding wire to a water
or gas pipe.
18. Strictly no storing strong base, strong acid, organic
solvent and corrosive goods together with food.
19. Please refer to the “Trouble Shooting” references
when the unit is facing some problems. Do not
attempt to solve the problem on your own, please
refer to certified technician only.
20. As regards the information for the installation,
operation, maintenance and disposal of the device,
refer to the following parts of the manual.
This device was tested according to all
relevant current CE guidelines, such as
electromagnetic compatibility and low
v o l t a g e d i r e c t i v e s , a n d w a s
manufactured in accordance with the
latest safety regulations.
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STRUCTURE ILLUSTRATION
TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
When transportation, hold the base and lift the refrigerator carefully with an angle
inferior at 45 degree. Never hold the door handle as support. Never place it upside down
nor horizontally. Push refrigerator on its basis and place it thanks to its roller feet.
INSTALLATION
To fix stably, the appliance must be placed on a flat and solid surface. It should not be
laid on any soft material.
Choose a well-ventilated place. A space of at least 5cm must be left at the sides and
10cm at the back of the refrigerator. The cabinet spacers supplied with the appliance
must be installed to protect and control distance from the wall.
Choose a location where there is no heat source. Keep the refrigerator away from direct
sunlight or other appliance producing heat.
Choose a dry and well-ventilated place where there is no corrosive air.
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1. Top cover
2. Freezer component
3.Thermostat device
4. Glass shelf
5. Crisper cover
6. Crisper
7. Door balcony
8. Bottle balcony
9. Adjustable feet
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TEST
Clean the parts of the refrigerator with lukewarm water on a soft cloth or with a neutral
detergent and with clear water, then wipe them dry.
Notes: Electric parts of the refrigerator can only be wiped by dry cloth.
Turn the thermostat knob on the "3" position and turn on electricity. The compressor
and the light inside the refrigerator begin to work.
Close the door and wait 30 minutes. If the temperature in the freezer compartment
decreased obviously, it shows that the refrigerator system works well. When the
refrigerator operates for a period of time, the temperature controller will automatically
set the temperature on conditions that the door is not too often opened.
If the above steps are successful, the trial operations are finished. The refrigerator works
normally.
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TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The temperature in the refrigerator compartment and in the freezer compartment is
controlled by the temperature controller installed on the right side of the refrigerator
compartment.
Turn the thermostat knob to regulate the temperature inside the refrigerator.
The marks on the knob are not the exact number of the degrees of temperature but the
temperature grades from “0” to “7”. The first grade corresponds to a forced STOP of the
refrigeration and the 7th grade corresponds to the lowest temperature the refrigerator
can produce. Turn the knob from "1"position to "7"position, the temperature decreases
continuously.
Set the thermostat knob to "3-4"position for a normal use.
Notice that the product is set for operation at a specific ambient range between 16 and
38°C. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long period at a temperature
above or below the indicate range.
The indoor temperatures are influenced by the following factors:
lAmbient temperature
lFrequency of door opening
lAmount of stored foods
lInstallation of the appliance
STORAGE OF FOOD
How to Use the Freezer Compartment?
lPut fresh food, such like fish or meat, into the freezer to save their taste and
nutrient.
lWrapped food has to be frozen in aluminum sheet or cellophane sheet or in airtight
plastic boxes.
lDo not put fresh food directly in contact with food already frozen.
lIf you buy frozen food, bring it home and place it in freezer as quickly as possible.

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lNever re-freeze a defrosted product.
lDo not store liquids in bottles or cans(besides high percentage spirits) especially
carbonated beverages in the freezer, as these will burst during freezing
lThe storage time for the respective food (especially for commercially frozen food)
recommended by the food manufactures should not be exceeded. Only take the
required amount of food out pf the freezer.
lDuring defrost or, maintenance and care the temperature of frozen food could
arise and the storage time could be shorter
How to Use the Refrigerator Compartment?
lEggs have to be put in the eggs’ pockets, bottles in the bottles’ pocket, etc.
lFruits and vegetables have to be put in the salad crisper.
lJars have to take place in the tubs of the door of the refrigerator.
lOther perishable food, or which can loosen stenches in the refrigerator, must be
separately packed.
Placement of Food
lPlease not accumulate too much food in the refrigerator because it would
engender a loss of cold.
lFood has to be wrapped separately in aluminum sheet or in cellophane sheet or in
airtight plastic boxes.
lHot food cannot be put in the refrigerator or in the freezer until they have reached
the ambient temperature, or it will increase electrical consumption.
lNever place vegetables and fruits into freezer compartment because they will be
unfit for the consumption once defrosted.
When the refrigerator working for a long time, the inner surface of the freezer will be
covered with a layer of hoarfrost. It may raise the electricity consumption and decrease
the effect of refrigeration. Then you should defrost your freezer once a month.
When defrosting, cut off the power, open the door and move frozen foods to a cool
place. Use a plastic spatula to remove the hoarfrost. Then remove the hoarfrost so
unstuck and wipe the inside of your freezer with a sweet and dry cloth.
Notes: Never use metal tools to defrost your freezer because it could damage it.
DEFROSTING
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The refrigerator should be cleaned once a month. Before cleaning, the electric plug must
be removed from the power supply.
Wipe the inside and the outside of the refrigerator with a wet soft cloth.
If it's too dirty, clean with a soft cloth with neutral detergent and, then remove the
moisture with dry cloth.
If you leave the refrigerator idle for a long time, proceed as follows:
lDisconnect the refrigerator from the electric power supply.

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lRemove all food.
lClean and dry the inside as instructed in the direction given above for cleaning.
lLeave the doors open to prevent any unpleasant smells while the refrigerator is not
used.
Cleaning
When cleaning the refrigerator the electric plug must be removed from the power
supply.
Use water or a non-abrasive detergent on a soft cloth and remove the moisture with a
dry soft cloth. Remember to clear the defrost drain at the back just above the glass
cover.
Replacing the light bulb
If the internal light does not work anymore, disconnect then reconnect at once the
device. If the light does not still work, verify if the light bulb is correctly screwed. If in
spite of these tests, there is no light, it is necessary to change the light bulb. Use a 220-
240V~, 10W light bulb.
lDisconnect the appliance;
lOpen the light cover (1);
lUndo the defective light bulb anticlockwise.
lScrew the new light bulb clockwise.
DOOR REVERSE
This fridge has been built with the door hinges on the right. If you want to change the opening
direction, please follow the instruction below:
1. Remove the four screws (1) (2) and take away the top.
2. Remove the two screws (3) that hold the upper hinge (4) and take away the upper hinge (4).
3. Lift the door and place it on a padded surface to prevent scratching it.
4. Remove the three screws (5) that hold the lower hinge (6) and make sure to remove the
lower hinge(6).
5. Remove the adjustable leg (8) and transfer it to right side.
6. Remove the bolt-pin (7) and reverse the direction of lower hinge (6). Install the lower hinge
(6) into left side with three screws (7).
7. Insert the bolt-pin (7) to the lower hinge (5).

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8. Remove the hinge pin (9) that is in the bottom of door. At the other side of door, insert the
replacement hinge pin that is supplied with the appliance.
9. Set the door to its place and make sure the door seat at the lower hinge (6).
10. Fix the upper hinge (4) with the two screws (3) and the top with four screws (1) (2).
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Figure 1: Represents position of components prior to door reversal
Figure 2: Represents position of components after door reversal
If you also want to change the opening direction of freezer door inside, please follow the
instruction below:
1. Remove the one screw (1) and take away the lock button (2).
2. Remove the two screws (3) that hold the down axis cover (4) and take away the cover (4).
3. Remove the door and place it on a padded surface to prevent scratching it.
4. Remove the up axis cover (5) and transfer it to opposite position.
5. Turn the door for 180° and set it to the up axis cover.
6. Fix the down axis cover (4) with the two crews (4).
7. Fix the lock button (2) with the one screw (1)

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Figure 1: Represents position of components prior to door reversal
Figure 2: Represents position of components after door reversal
If your device shows the other symptoms that those described above, please call the service
after sale of the shop a retailer.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Cause Solution
The appliance
does not work
There is no power supply
Check the plug connecting it others
appliance, or verify that the
appliance is connected to the plug
The fuse doesn’t work Replace the fuse
The appliance
makes a lot of
noise
The appliance is too close to
the wall, or is not stable, or the
accessories inside the
refrigerator are placed in wrong
position
Stabilize the base of the refrigerator
by adjusting the position of feet,
take away the device of the wall,
place correctly the accessories
inside the refrigerator
The appliance
doesn’t cool
enough
The door is too often opened or
was left opened for a long time
Close the door and do not open it
too much frequently
The refrigerator is too close to
the wall
Take away the device of the wall to
favor the ventilation
The refrigerator is too full Remove food of the device
The temperature is badly,
adjusted
Turn the knurl of regulation of
temperature on "3" or more

There are smells
in the appliance
Food made obsolete inside the
refrigerator
Throw away obsolete food and wrap
the other
The inside of the device at need
to be cleaned Clean the inside of the refrigerator
The following symptoms are not breakdowns:
lThe noise of the cooling liquid which circulates in pipes can be heard, it is normal.
lThe humidity on the surface outside of the device during the wet seasons is not a
problem of the device; you just need to wipe it with a dry soft cloth.
lThe compressor and the condenser can warm more during the periods of strong heat.
lThe frame of the door is a bit hot; it means that the condenser works to evacuate the
humidity of air.
In the event of a power cut, food should remain safely cold for about 16 hours. Follow these
tips during a prolonged power interruption, especially in summer:
lOpen the door/drawer as few times as possible.
lDo not put additional food into the appliance during a power interruption.
lIf prior notice of a power interruption is given and the interruption duration is longer
than 16 hours, make some ice and put it in a container in the top of the refrigerator
compartment.
lAn inspection of the goods is required immediately after the interruption.
lAS temperature in the refrigerator will rise during a power interruption or other failure,
the storage period and edible quality of food will be reduced. Any food that defrosts
should be either consumed, or cooked and refrozen (where suitable) soon afterwards in
order to prevent health risks.
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Symptom Cause Solution

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Rated voltage:
Rated current:
Lamp power:
Total net volume:
Storage volume refrigerator:
Storage volume freezer:
Climate tape:
Freezing capacity:
Energy consumption:
Protection against electrical shock:
Foam:
Energy class:
eference:
Rated power:
Rated frequency:
Refrigerant:
HRK-176AA;HRK-176AAB;HRK-176AAS
220-240V~
0.6A
10W
114L
97L
17L
ST
2kg/24h
168kWh/year
I
CYCLOPENTANE
A+
65W
50Hz
R600a(34g)
We decline liability for any damage or accident derived from any use of this product
which is not in conformity with the instructions contained in this booklet.
DISPOSAL
Help protect the environment and human health. Put the
packaging in applicable containers to recycle it. Help to recycle
waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose
appliances marked with this symbol with the household waste.
Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your
municipal office.
Risk of injury or suffocation!
Refrigerants and gases must be disposed of professionally. Ensure that the tubing of the
refrigerant circuit is not damaged before being properly disposed of. Disconnect the
appliance from the mains supply. Cut off the mains cable and dispose of it. Remove the
trays and drawers as well as the door catch and seals, to prevent children and pets to get
closed in the appliance.
WARNING!

MODE D’EMPLOI
Réfrigérateur-congélateur
HRK-176AA
HRK-176AAB
HRK-176AAS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES
Consignes de sécurité importantes - 1 -
Présentation des composants - 4 -
Transport et manipulation - 4 -
Installation - 4 -
Test - 5 -
Contrôle de température - 5 -
Conservation des aliments - 5 -
Dégivrage - 6 -
Consignes générales d’entretien et de maintenance - 6 -
Inversion de la position de la porte - 7 -
Dépannage - 9 -
Spécications techniques - 11 -

Cet appareil est exclusivement destiné à un usage domestique !
Avant la première utilisation de cet appareil, veuillez lire attentivement ces instructions et
conservez le manuel pour une utilisation future.
CONSIGNES IMPORTANTES DE SÉCURITÉ
1. Cet appareil peut être utilisé par des enfants âgés d’au minimum
8 ans, ainsi que par des personnes avec des capacités phy-
siques, sensorielles ou mentales réduites ou sans expérience et
connaissances, si elles sont supervisées ou ont été formées à
l’utilisation sécurisée de l’appareil et comprennent les risques y
relatifs. Les enfants ne doivent pas jouer avec l’appareil. Le net-
toyage et l’entretien par l’utilisateur ne doivent pas être effectués
par les enfants sans surveillance.
2. Cet appareil est destiné à un usage domestique et dans des en-
droits similaires, tels que :
- les espaces cuisine des boutiques, les bureaux et autres envi-
ronnements de travail ;
- les maisons de campagne, les chambres d’hôtel, de motel et
autres types de résidence ;
- les chambres d’hôtes ;
- les restaurants et les endroits similaires de vente autre qu’au
détail.
3. Avertissement : N’utilisez pas d’appareils mécaniques ou des
moyens autres que ceux recommandés par le fabricant pour ac-
célérer le processus de dégivrage.
4. Avertissement : N’UTILISEZ aucun appareil électrique dans les
unités, excepté ceux recommandés par le fabricant.
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5. Avertissement : N’essayez jamais d’utiliser cet appareil pour
des applications ou d’une façon qui n’est pas décrite dans les
présentes consignes ; cela pourrait entraîner des risques graves.
6. Avertissement : Si le cordon d’alimentation est endommagé ou
l’appareil présente des dysfonctionnements ou a été endom-
magé de quelque façon, veuillez le retourner chez le fabricant,
l’agent d’entretien agréé ou les personnes qualiées pour exa-
men, réparation ou mise au point an d’éviter tout risque.
7. AVERTISSEMENT : Tenez les ouvertures d’aération du boîtier
de l’appareil ou du modèle encastrable libres de toute obstruc-
tion.
8. AVERTISSEMENT : N’endommagez pas le circuit de réfrigérant.
9. AVERTISSEMENT : N’utilisez pas d’appareils électriques de
types autres que ceux recommandés par le fabricant, à l’intérieur
des compartiments de stockage d’aliments de l’appareil.
10. N’utilisez pas l’appareil dans un environnement poussiéreux ou
en présence d’une atmosphère explosive et inammable (gaz
et vapeurs inammables, vapeurs provenant des solvants orga-
niques, etc.)
11. Ne stockez pas dans l’appareil des substances explosives com-
me des aérosols contenant un agent propulseur inammable.
12. Ne versez pas directement de l’eau sur le congélateur ; cela
pourrait détériorer l’isolation et entraîner la corrosion.
13. Insérez la che dans une prise de masse unique. Lorsque vous
branchez l’appareil, assurez-vous que la che est bien insérée
dans la prise.
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14. Pour prévenir tout dommage éventuel sur l’environnement et
la santé humaine en raison d’une élimination anarchique des
déchets, veuillez recycler l’appareil de façon responsable, an
de promouvoir la réutilisation durable des ressources. Mettez
l’appareil au rebut uniquement dans les points de collecte pub-
lics.
15. Placez l’appareil sur une surface horizontale et tenez les aéra-
tions libres de toute obstruction. N’essayez pas de remplacer ou
de réparer vous-même un composant ; si nécessaire, contactez
une agence d’entretien.
16. Effectuez toujours la maintenance de l’appareil an d’éviter tout
dommage.
17. Mise en garde : Ne connectez pas le câble de masse à un con-
duit d’eau ou de gaz.
18. Il est strictement déconseillé de conserver des éléments à forte
basicité, à forte acidité, des solvants organiques et des matéri-
aux corrosifs avec les aliments.
19. Veuillez-vous référer à la section « Dépannage » lorsque l’appareil
présente des dysfonctionnements. N’essayez pas de résoudre
le problème vous-même ; veuillez contacter un technicien agréé.
20. En ce qui concerne les informations d’installation, de fonc-
tionnement, de maintenance et de mise au rebut de l’appareil,
référez-vous aux sections suivantes du manuel.
Cet appareil a été testé selon toutes les directives
CE actuelles applicables, notamment la directive sur
la compatibilité électromagnétique et les directives
sur la basse tension et a été fabriqué conformément
aux normes de sécurité les plus récentes.
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PRÉSENTATION DE L’APPAREIL
TRANSPORT ET MANIPULATION
Lors du transport, tenez le socle du réfrigérateur et soulevez-le soigneusement à un angle inférieur à 45
degrés. Ne vous servez jamais des poignées de la porte comme support. Ne placez jamais l’appareil à
l’envers ou à l’horizontale. Poussez le réfrigérateur sur son socle et installez-le à l’aide des pieds à roulettes.
INSTALLATION
Pour le stabiliser, l’appareil doit être placé sur une surface plane et solide. Ne le placez pas sur un matériau
mou.
Choisissez un emplacement bien aéré. Laissez un espace de 5 cm minimum sur les côtés et de 10 cm à
l’arrière du réfrigérateur. Les butoirs de meuble fournis avec l’appareil doivent être installés pour la protec-
tion et le contrôle de la distance par rapport au mur.
Choisissez un emplacement exempt de source de chaleur. Tenez le réfrigérateur à l’abri des rayons directs
du soleil et éloigné des appareils produisant de la chaleur.
Choisissez un emplacement sec et bien aéré, dépourvu d’air corrosif.
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1. Couvercle supérieur
2. Compartiment congélateur
3. Thermostat
4. Étagère en verre
5. Couvercle du bac à légumes
6. Bac à légumes
7. Étagère de la porte
8. Étagère range-bouteilles
9. Pieds réglables

TEST
Nettoyez les pièces du réfrigérateur à l’aide d’un chiffon imbibé d’eau tiède ou avec du détergent neutre
dans de l’eau claire, puis séchez-les en essuyant.
Remarques : Essuyez les pièces électriques uniquement avec un chiffon sec.
Tournez le bouton du thermostat à la position « 3 » et mettez l’appareil sous tension. Le compresseur et la
lumière à l’intérieur du réfrigérateur commencent à fonctionner.
Fermez la porte et patientez 30 minutes. Si la température du compartiment congélateur baisse de façon
évidente, cela indique que le système du réfrigérateur fonctionne correctement. Lorsque le réfrigérateur
fonctionne pendant une période, le régulateur de température dénit automatiquement la température selon
que la porte n’est pas fréquemment ouverte.
Les étapes ci-dessus exécutées avec succès marquent la n des tests. Le réfrigérateur fonctionne normale-
ment.
CONTRÔLE DE LA TEMPÉRATURE
Le régulateur de température installé à la droite du compartiment réfrigérateur contrôle la température dans
les compartiments réfrigérateur et congélateur.
Tournez le bouton du thermostat pour réguler la température à l’intérieur du réfrigérateur.
Les marques sur le bouton ne sont pas les nombres de degrés de température exacts, mais la température
varie de « 0 » à « 7 ». Le premier degré correspond à un ARRÊT forcé de la réfrigération et le 7ème degré
correspond à la température la plus basse produite par le réfrigérateur. Tournez le bouton de la position « 1
» à la position « 7 » pour continuellement réduire la température.
Réglez le bouton du thermostat sur les positions « 3-4 » pour une utilisation normale.
Notez que l’appareil est programmé pour fonctionner à une plage de température ambiante spécique
comprise entre 16 et 38 °C. L’appareil peut ne pas fonctionner correctement s’il est laissé longtemps à un
niveau de température supérieur ou inférieur à la plage recommandée.
Les températures intérieures sont inuencées par les facteurs suivants :
• la température ambiante ;
• la fréquence d’ouverture de la porte ;
• la quantité d’aliments conservés ;
• l’installation de l’appareil.
CONSERVATION DES ALIMENTS
Comment utiliser le compartiment congélateur ?
• Placez les aliments frais, tels que le poisson ou la viande dans le congélateur pour conserver leur
saveur et leurs nutriments.
• Faites congeler les aliments emballés dans une feuille d’aluminium, une feuille de cellophane ou
des boîtes en plastique hermétiques.
• Évitez de placer les aliments frais au contact direct des aliments déjà congelés.
• Si vous achetez les aliments congelés, placez-les le plus rapidement possible dans le congélateur.
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