Sub-Zero 648PRO User manual

PRO 48
USE &CARE INFORMATION

CONTENTS
Introducing the Sub-Zero PRO 48 3
Sub-Zero PRO 48 Features 4
Sub-Zero PRO 48 Use & Care 6
Keeping Food at Its Best 15
Food Storage Recommendations 19
Water Filtration System Performance Data 25
State of California Certification 26
Troubleshooting Guide 27
Service Information 30
Sub-Zero Warranty 31
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THANK YOU
Thank you for purchasing your new Sub-Zero
PRO 48 side-by-side refrigerator/freezer. With
Sub-Zero, you can rely on a 60-year tradition
of quality and reliability.
Built in to cabinetry or free-standing, the
PRO 48 is just the latest example of Sub-Zero
pushing food preservation to new heights.
And of course, the PRO 48 still meets rigorous
Department of Energy standards for residen-
tial use. Featuring a glass door on Model
648PROG or top-to-bottom stainless steel on
Model 648PRO. The PRO 48 brings together
the latest technology and finest features in
home refrigeration to give you the freshest
food possible.
INTRODUCING THE SUB-ZERO PRO 48
Model 648PROG
with Glass Door
Model 648PRO
Your Sub-Zero is protected by a warranty
that is one of the finest in the industry. Take a
moment to read the warranty statement on
page 31 and refer to it should service become
necessary.
This Use & Care Information book will answer
most of your questions about the features,
operation and maintenance of your PRO 48
unit. If you have questions that are not
addressed here, call 800-222-7820, e-mail us
at [email protected] or visit our
website, subzero.com.

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PRO 48 FEATURES
Can be built in or, with the free-standing
accessory kit, used in a free-standing
application
Dual refrigeration—two compressors and
three evaporators keep foods fresher longer
and prevent odor transfer
Exterior temperature display with easy-to-
read digital readouts, accurate within one
degree of your preset temperatures
Microprocessor and interior control panel
with up-front touch controls monitor
pattern-sensing defrost and automatic
service alerts
Holiday mode—power down one or both
sides for extended periods or just the
weekend
Slide-out stainless steel bins—two versatile,
removable bins hold small items and fit
neatly under any shelf
Crisper drawer is a touch-and-glide crisper
with a tight-seal glass lid that gives vegeta-
bles generous humidity
Drawers with dividers help you enjoy full
access to food with adjustable, removable,
and interchangeable drawer dividers
Automatic ice maker lets you retrieve
filtered ice from a stainless steel bucket
Shelves arecantilevered and spill-proof,
with stainless steel trim (refrigerator);
adjustable, removable and 100% stainless
steel (freezer)
Auto-close system with an advanced hinge
design lets doors finish closing easily and
automatically
Alarm with an audible beep lets you know
when doors or drawers are left ajar
Water filter is easy to replace and is just
behind the pop-up grille, for ice as pure as
it is fresh
Easy-access grille pops up with a simple
pull (no tools needed) to reveal the water
filter and condenser for cleaning
Stainless steel construction and classic
finish (inside and out) for professional
strength and beauty
Advanced lighting—top LED lights bathe
upper compartments in a soft glow; on the
refrigerator side, channeled sidewall LEDs
can even serve as door area night lights
(night light option available on Model
648PROG only)
Triple-pane, UV-resistant glass—specially
treated glass offers convenient visibility
while filtering harmful rays and saving
energy (Model 648PROG only)
For installations at or above 5,000' (1524 m)
in elevation, high altitude glass is available
as a special order
Certified by Star-K to meet religious
regulations
UL approved for US and Canada
WARRANTY
Sub-Zero products
are covered by a
two, five and
twelve year resi-
dential warranty
(exclusions apply).
See warranty
details at the end
of this guide.
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Automatic ice
maker
Auto-close
hinge system
Holiday mode
Water filter
location
Easy-access grille
Adjustable stainless
steel shelves
Advanced
lighting
Stainless steel
construction
Drawers with dividers
Adjustable spill-proof
glass shelves
Alarm
Microprocessor and
interior control panel
Exterior temperature
display
Slide-out stainless
steel bins
Crisper drawer
Triple-pane, UV-resistant
glass (648PROG)
Dual refrigeration
system
This appliance is certified by Star-K
to meet strict religious regulations
in conjunction with specific instruc-
tions found on www.star-k.org.
Model 648PROG with glass door shown
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DUAL REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
The PRO 48 continues the Sub-Zero tradition
of superior quality and reliability. Sub-Zero
pioneered the development of our exclusive
dual refrigeration systems, giving you
optimum fresh and frozen food storage in ideal
self-contained compartments. Both refrigerator
and freezer maintain accurate, consistent
temperatures. Dual refrigeration keeps your
food fresh longer than any other system
available.
With dual refrigeration, the freezer maintains a
consistent temperature within one degree of
the temperature you set within our range of
-5°F (-20°C) to +5°F (-15°C), without unwanted
moisture and odor from the refrigerator. Simi-
larly, you can adjust the refrigerator tempera-
ture within a range of 34°F (1°C) to 45°F (7°C),
for proper humidity levels tailored for longer
food life expectancy.
Dual refrigeration also means there is no
transfer of fresh food odors to frozen food or
ice. The PRO 48 system does not freeze the
moisture out of the air in the fresh food
compartments.
The Sub-Zerodual refrigeration system is
moreenergy efficient than standard single
refrigeration systems. When the refrigerator is
used frequently during the day,it does not
require the freezer to circulate its very cold, dry
air to the refrigerator. Instead, the refrigerator
uses moist air to keep fresh foods fresh and
energy use minimal.
ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM
The electronic control system of the PRO 48
monitors and accurately displays compartment
temperatures within one degree of your pre-
set temperatures. It also monitors the opera-
tion of the unit and lets you know if there is a
problem. The interior control panel located at
the top of the refrigerator door compartment
has key pads to set temperatures and control
functions of the electronic control system.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Your new PRO 48 was thoroughly inspected
and tested before it was shipped from the
Sub-Zero factory. Temperatures are preset at
38°F(3°C) in refrigerator compartments and
0°F(-18°C) in the freezer compartments.
There are three sets of
WARMER and COLDER
key pads on the interior control panel, two for
the refrigerator compartments (upper door and
lower drawers) and one for the freezer
compartments. Toadjust the temperaturein
any of the three compartments, depress the
WARMER or COLDER key pad for that
compartment. Digital temperatures for each of
the three compartments are displayed in the
exterior temperature display.
Temperature ranges are -5°F (-20°C) to +5°F°
(-15°C°) in the freezer sections and 34°F (1°C)
to 45°F (7°C) in the refrigerator sections. It is
normal for temperatures to fluctuate slightly,
depending on external influences such as an
open door, the degree of humidity and room
temperature.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Always allow 24 hours
for compartments to reach the temperature
you set.
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PRO 48 interior control panel
Model 648PROG shown
Freezer
Temperature Controls Ice Maker On/Off Power On/Off Alarm On/Off Lights On/Off Refrigerator Temperature Controls
Upper
Compartment Drawer Compartments

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EXTERIOR TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
Electronic control system functions, such as
digital temperatures and service indicators, are
displayed in two exterior temperature displays
located on the grille. The display in the lower
left area of the grille shows the temperature
and indicators for freezer compartments, and
the display in the lower right gives readouts
for refrigerator compartments.
POWER ON/OFF
The POWER key pad on the control panel will
shut off all electrical power to the unit. When
the power is off, the OFF indicator light will be
visible in the exterior temperaturedisplay.
Using the
POWER key pad means you do not
have to shut off power at the circuit breaker or
unplug the unit. The
POWER key pad can be
used for extended vacations.
It is possible to shut off power to one compart-
ment of the PRO 48 for an extended period
without affecting operation of the other
compartments.
First, turnthe unit offby depressing the
POWER key pad. Then push and hold the
WARMER key pad of the compartment you
wish to shut down. Depress the
POWER key
pad to turn the unit back on. The disabled zone
will be indicated with “--“ in the exterior
temperature display. Repeat the process to
resume power to the compartment.
ALARM FEATURE
The PRO 48 has an alarm feature that lets you
know with an audible beep if a door or drawer
is left ajar. The alarm will sound after 30
seconds if a door or drawer is left open and
will stop once the door or drawer is closed.
This alarm can be disabled for cleaning or
restocking by depressing the
ALARM key pad
on the control panel.
ICE MAKER ON/OFF
The ICE MAKER key pad on the control panel
switches power to the ice maker system on or
off. Use the
ICE MAKER key pad to shut down
ice maker operation during extended vaca-
tions. The ice bucket icon will be visible in the
exterior temperature display if the ice maker
system is on.
VISUAL SERVICE DISPLAY
The electronic control system monitors
compartment and component temperatures as
well as the ice maker system. If there is a
temperatureor ice maker problem, you will be
alerted by a flashing SERVICE indicator light in
the exterior temperature display. This same
SERVICE light will also flash if the condenser
needs cleaning.
SABBATH MODE (STAR-K)
The PRO 48 features Sabbath Mode for certain
religious observances where lights and the ice
maker need to be turned off.
Toinitiate Sabbath Mode while the unit is on,
press the
POWER key pad on the control panel
so that OFF is visible in the exterior tempera-
turedisplay.Then press and hold the
POWER
key pad for 10 seconds. This will turn the unit
back on with lights and ice maker disabled.
Therewill be four shortbeeps, indicating that
the Sabbath Mode has been set. To return the
unit to normal operation, press and release the
POWER key pad.
If you have questions about Star-K compliance,
visit www.star-k.org.
Be sure to shut off power to the unit at
the circuit breaker during service.
PRO 48 exterior temperature display
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REFRIGERATOR DRAWER DIVIDERS
The PRO 48 refrigerator storage drawers give
you full access to food with adjustable and
removable dividers. The dividers are inter-
changeable between the upper and lower
refrigerator drawer. Two long dividers run the
full depth of the drawer, with shorter dividers
that connect to the long dividers to compart-
mentalize the drawer.
To remove the short dividers, lift up and out of
position from supports on the long dividers
and sides of the drawer. The long dividers can
also be removed by lifting up and out of
position from drawer support tabs. Refer to the
illustration of the storage drawer below.
ADJUSTABLE SLIDE-OUT BINS
The PRO 48 features two versatile, adjustable
stainless steel slide-out bins that fit neatly
under any refrigerator compartment shelf. The
glass shelves have integrated rails that make it
possible to position the slide-out bins in a
variety of locations.
To remove the slide-out bin, simply pull the
handle portion of the bin forward until it stops,
lift it up and out of the rails mounted below
the glass shelf. Refer to the illustration of the
adjustable slide-out bin below.
REFRIGERATOR STORAGE
ADJUSTABLE GLASS SHELVES
The adjustable glass shelves of the PRO 48
upper refrigerator compartment are canti-
levered and spill proof with stainless steel
trim.
To remove a shelf, tilt the shelf up at the front,
then lift it up and out of the tracks on the rear
wall of the refrigerator. To replace a shelf,
insert in the tracks with the front of the shelf
raised slightly. As you push the shelf in, lower
the front of the shelf until it locks into position.
Refer to the illustration of the adjustable glass
shelves below.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Always be careful
handling glass shelves to prevent breaking the
glass or scratching the interior.
CRISPER LID ASSEMBLY
The PRO 48 upper refrigerator drawer features
acrisper lid to provide higher humidity in the
drawer compartment. This assembly allows for
easy access to the compartment and has a
clear-view window for visibility of stored
vegetables.
To remove the crisper lid assembly, pull the
upper refrigerator drawer all the way out, raise
the front edge of the crisper lid assembly up
and pull out from the back. Refer to the illus-
tration of the crisper lid below.
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Adjustable glass shelves Storage drawer with crisper lid Adjustable slide-out bin

STORAGE DRAWER REMOVAL
The refrigerator and freezer storage drawers
are removable for cleaning. The drawers have
anautomatic stop built in to prevent drawers
from coming all the way out of the unit.
To remove, pull the drawer all the way out
until it stops, lift up evenly on both sides of the
drawer front and pull out. To reinstall, raise the
front of the drawer and place onto the drawer
slide tracks. Be sure to engage the front of the
drawer slide with the drawer assembly. Refer
to the illustration of the storage drawer
removal below.
IMPORTANT NOTE: To reduce the weight of
the drawer, be sure to unload the contents
before removing the drawer.
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FREEZER STORAGE
ADJUSTABLE SHELVES
The adjustable shelves of the PRO 48 upper
freezer compartment are cantilevered and
100% stainless steel.
The freezer shelves are repositioned the same
way as the glass shelves in the refrigerator
compartment. To remove or adjust the freezer
shelves, first tilt the shelf up at the front, then
lift it up and out of the tracks on the rear wall
of the freezer.
To replace a shelf, insert in the tracks on the
rear wall of the freezer with the front of the
shelf raised slightly. As you push the shelf in,
lower the front of the shelf until it locks into
position.
ICE BUCKET REMOVAL
The automatic ice maker and stainless steel ice
bucket arelocated in the lower freezer drawer.
To remove the ice bucket, pull the freezer
drawer out until it stops, lift the ice bucket up
and out of the drawer.The entire lower freezer
drawer can now be used for more ice storage
if necessary.
Storage drawers are heavy. Be sure to
keep your feet clear as you remove the
drawer.
Storage drawer removal
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WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE MONITOR
The water filter cartridge is designed to last for
up to one year of continuous use of the ice
maker. The electronic control system monitors
the life of the water filter cartridge and indi-
cates when it needs to be replaced. An indica-
tor that reads ”REPLACE FILTER” will be
visible in the left side exterior temperature
display. Follow steps to replace the water filter
cartridge on the following page.
Once the filter cartridge has been replaced, the
control automatically resets the water filter life
monitor and the ”REPLACE FILTER” indicator
will no longer be displayed.
Although it is designed to last for up to one
year of use, the actual life of the filter cartridge
may vary with water supply conditions. There-
fore, it is recommended that the filter cartridge
be replaced when the ”REPLACE FILTER” indi-
cator is displayed or if the ice cubes become
hollow or smaller.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The warranty for the
water filter cartridge supplied with the unit
only covers defects in materials or workman-
ship and not replacement due to normal use.
Replacement water filter cartridges (part
#4204490) can be ordered by calling
800-768-0052 or online at subzero.com.
WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM
The PRO 48 features a water filtration system
that supplies filtered water to the ice maker to
produce great-tasting ice. The water filter has
been factory installed behind the grille
assembly.
It is important that the operation, maintenance
and filter replacement requirements be carried
out as scheduled. See Water Filter Cartridge
Monitor.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If the unit has been
turned off or the ice maker disabled for one
month or longer, the water filter cartridge
should be replaced once the unit and ice
maker are back in operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not use with water
that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
water quality without adequate disinfection
before or after the system. Systems certified
for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected
waters that may contain filterable cysts.
Refer to the Performance Data on page 25 for
additional information regarding the water
filtration system.
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WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE
REPLACEMENT
1) Lift the grille assembly to access the water
filter. To lift the grille, pull out on the
bottom edge of the grille and tilt the grille
frame forward. Refer to the grille access
illustration below.
2) Slowly rotate the old filter cartridge 1/4 turn
counterclockwise to disengage. Gently twist
until the cartridge is free from the base. DO
NOT pull. There will be water in the filter
cartridge, so it is normal for a small amount
of water to spill out. Refer to the water filter
illustration below.
3) Remove the new filter cartridge from its
packaging and carefully remove the cap.
4) Line up the cartridge so that the locking
tabs can be inserted into the filter head.
5) Rotate the filter cartridge into the base
about 1/4 turn clockwise until it stops.
DO NOT overtighten.
6) After the new filter cartridge is installed, the
first full bucket of ice produced should be
discarded. This will help clean the water
system and clear air from the line. Allow 24
hours before discarding the first bucket of
ice.
WATER FILTER BYPASS MODE
Ifyou choose not to use the water filtration
system, the system can be placed in water
filter bypass mode. In this mode, the water
supplied to the ice maker will not be filtered
and the electronically controlled water filter
monitor will be deactivated.
The water filtration system automatically goes
into bypass mode when the filter cartridge is
removed. Once a filter cartridge is reinstalled,
the water filtration system will be activated
and the water filter monitor function will
resume.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are using a reverse
osmosis system, the water filter cartridge must
be removed to put the water filtration system
into bypass mode.
WATER FILTER
Grille access Water filter
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ICE MAKER OPERATION
The ice maker in the PRO 48 is fully automatic
and has been tested at the Sub-Zero factory.
Toturn the ice maker on or off, depress the
ICE MAKER key pad on the control panel.
When the ice maker is on, it will be operating
any time the drawer is closed.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Areverse osmosis
system can be used with the PRO 48, provided
there is constant water pressure of 20 psi
(1.4 bar) to 120 psi (8.3 bar) supplied to the
unit at all times. In this application, the inte-
grated water filtration system must be set to
bypass mode. This is achieved by removing
the water filter cartridge. Refer to page 11 for
detailed instructions.
ICE PRODUCTION
The ice maker is designed to produce enough
ice for normal family use. The timing of ice
making cycles will varydepending on load
conditions, door and drawer openings and
room temperature. On average, you can expect
acycle of ice (eight cubes per cycle) everytwo
hours.
For extra ice capacity, remove the ice bucket
with the ice maker system on and allow the
drawer to fill with ice.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Removing the ice bucket
will not increase the rate of ice production.
If ice is not used on a regular basis it tends to
fuse together. To avoid this, empty the ice
bucket periodically allowing it to replenish with
afresh supply.
DOOR AND DRAWER OPERATION
The PRO 48 refrigerator and freezer door
hinges have an auto-close system that allows
doors to finish closing automatically. As you
close the door, the built-in cam takes over to
close the door the final 15°. A built-in door
stop allows both doors to stay open at approx-
imately 120°.
For corner applications, an optional door stop
kit is available that limits the door opening to
90° (part #4152280).
The PRO 48 refrigerator and freezer drawers
have an auto-close system that allows drawers
to finish closing automatically. The drawers
have an automatic stop built in at full
extension.
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INTERIOR CLEANING
To clean interior surfaces and removable parts,
wash with a mild solution of soap and luke-
warm water with a little baking soda. Do not
use vinegar. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Avoid
getting water on lights and control panel.
EXTERIOR CLEANING
To clean the exterior stainless steel surfaces of
the PRO 48, use a soft, nonabrasive stainless
steel cleaner like Signature Polish and apply
with a soft, 100% lint-free cloth.
Tobring out the natural luster of the stainless
steel, lightly wipe the surface with a water-
dampened microfiber cloth followed by a dry
polishing chamois. All work should follow the
grain direction of the finish. Better results are
obtained by keeping the cloth in continuous
contact with the stainless steel.
Signature Polish is available from Signature
Limited Laboratory, P.O. Box 13436, Dayton,
Ohio 45413-0436, or 877-376-5474 (toll free).
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CONDENSER CLEANING
The condenser of the PRO 48 is located behind
the grille at the top of the unit. The grille must
belifted to access the condenser area for
cleaning. To lift the grille, pull out on the
bottom edge of the grille and tilt the grille
frame forward.
Use a soft bristle brush and vacuum to remove
dust and lint from the condenser. Clean the
condenser area every three to six months.
Before cleaning the unit, shut the electric-
ity off at the control panel. When you
clean the condenser, wear gloves to avoid
injury from the sharp condenser fins.
Under no circumstances should you use a
metallic or highly abrasive cleaner or
cloth, as this will scratch the classic
stainless steel finish.
Failure to clean the condenser could
result in temperature loss or mechanical
failure or damage.
Do not submerge or pour hot water over
cold glass shelves.
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LIGHTING INFORMATION
The PRO 48 features top LED lights that bathe
the upper refrigerator and freezer compart-
ments in a soft glow. The refrigerator compart-
ment also has channeled sidewall LED lighting.
For Model 648PROG with glass door, the LED
lighting can be left on with the door closed
and can serve as a door-area night light. This
feature can be activated or deactivated by
depressing the
LIGHT key pad.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This advanced lighting
system needs to be replaced by a Sub-Zero
Factory Authorized Service Center technician.
The lighting in the refrigerator and freezer
drawers use 40-watt appliance bulbs (part
#3030180). The bulbs are easily accessible with
the drawer open and are located on the ceiling
of the drawer compartment.
To replace drawer compartment light bulbs,
unscrew the bulb counterclockwise to remove
and clockwise to install.
VACATION TIME
For extended vacations, shut off power to the
unit by depressing the
POWER key pad. Empty
all contents and block the doors and drawers
open slightly. A 1-inch (25 mm) space will
allow fresh air in to keep the interior dry and
fresh smelling.
For short vacations, remove all perishable
items. Shut off the ice maker by pressing the
ICE MAKER key pad and empty the ice bucket.
It is not necessary to change the control
settings.
If the unit is put into service temporarily and
later shut off, block the doors and drawers
open to allow fresh air to circulate inside the
compartments. Be sure to shut off power to
the unit by pressing the
POWER key pad.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Refer to the water filtra-
tion system information for extended vacations
on pages 10–11.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If the Sabbath Mode is
required for turning offlights and the ice
maker, refer to information on page 7.
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Be sure to shut off power to the unit at
the circuit breaker before replacing light
bulbs. Wear protective gloves when
handling bulbs.

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KEEPING FOOD FRESH
Your Sub-Zero unit features our unique dual
compressor refrigeration system to keep food
fresher longer. However, the quality and safety
of your food also depends on how you handle
it.
The information in this section gives you the
most up-to-date handling and storage
recommendations to help you keep food at its
best. If you have specific questions that are not
addressed here, contact your University or
County Extension Service or your local utility
company.
Most food inevitably deteriorates over time.
From the very beginning until it is consumed,
food undergoes changes. Microorganisms get
into food, multiply and cause spoiling.
Enzymes that occur naturally in food continue
the ripening process even after the food is
harvested. Improper temperatures cause food
to deteriorate faster. Changes in humidity
cause wilting and shriveling that can lead to
spoiling.
Sub-Zero’s exclusive dual refrigeration system
is specifically designed to combat these
changes and keep your food fresh longer.The
individual refrigerator and freezer systems
have been designed to maintain accurate,
consistent temperatures and proper humidity
levels for longer food life expectancy.Dual
refrigeration eliminates transfer of fresh food
odors to frozen food or ice and does not freeze
the moisture out of the air in the fresh food
compartment.
In addition, good handling practices can
minimize the rate of changes in food.
Follow the recommended storage times and
temperatures in this guide. Your Sub-Zero
unit helps to slow the ripening process by
tailoring temperatures to each compartment
as needed.
Use specially designed compartments for
dairy foods, deli foods and fresh produce.
These compartments maintain temperature
and humidity levels that keep specific food
groups fresh.
Rotate food in refrigeration units, using a
first-in, first-out system.
When food does spoil, it’s usually obvious.
It becomes moldy, has an off-odor, looks
rotten or discolored. But there are times
when spoiling may not be so apparent. If
you think a food has been stored too long,
discard it. Don’t taste it to check if it’s okay.
While the bacteria that cause food spoilage
will not cause food borne illness or food
poisoning, taste tests arenot a good idea.
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KEEPING FOOD SAFE TO EAT
Most food borne illness is caused by bacteria
such a staphylococcus, salmonella, E-coli and
clostridium botulinum, the bacteria that causes
botulism. These bacteria grow rapidly at
temperatures between 40°F (4°C) and 140°F
(60°C), a range that’s called the
Danger Zone .
Never leave food in the danger zone for more
than two hours. When the bacteria have multi-
plied to the millions in warm temperatures,
they cause illness. Some bacteria cause flu-like
symptoms, while others cause serious illness
or even death. Young children, the elderly and
people who are already ill are more likely to
become sick from food poisoning.
To reduce your risk of food borne illness, use
the following techniques to keep your food
safe to eat:
WHEN YOU’RE SHOPPING
Place packages of raw meat, seafood or
poultryin plastic bags to keep them from
dripping on other foods.
Shop for meat, seafood and poultry last.
Don’t leave these foods in a hot car when
you’ve finished shopping. Take along a
cooler in hot weather or when you have to
travel long distances.
Check
use by and sell by dates on foods to
make sure they’re fresh. Use extra care
when buying deli food. Buy only the
amount you will use in 1–2days. Discard
hot or cold deli food that has been at room
temperaturefor more than two hours.
WHEN YOU STORE FOOD
Monitor the temperature of refrigerator and
freezer compartments in the exterior
temperature displays of your PRO 48 unit.
Keep the refrigerator temperature at 40°F
(4°C) or below and freezer temperature at
0°F (-18°C).
Follow the recommended refrigerator and
freezer storage times and temperatures in
this guide.
Store raw meat, poultry and seafood
separate from other foods. Keep juices from
these packages from dripping on other
food.
Never taste food that looks or smells
strange to test its freshness. Discard it.
For refrigerator storage, leave raw meat,
poultryand seafood in its original wrapper
unless it is torn. Repeated handling can
introduce bacteria to these foods.
Wrap food stored in the refrigerator unit in
foil or plastic wrap, or place it in plastic
bags or airtight containers to keep it from
drying out. Date all packages.
For freezer storage, use freezer wrap,
freezer-quality plastic bags or aluminum foil
over the commercial wrap if foods will be
stored in the freezer for more than a couple
of months. This minimizes dehydration and
quality loss. Single layers of aluminum foil
may tear and cause freezer burn.
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KEEPING FOOD SAFE TO EAT
WHEN YOU PREPARE FOOD
Clean everything that comes in contact with
food.
Wash your hands for 20 seconds before and
after handling food.
Sanitize counters, equipment and utensils
after handling raw meat, seafood or poultry.
Rinse with a dilute chlorine bleach solution,
one teaspoon to a quart of water.
Use clean kitchen towels, sponges and
cloths. Replace sponges every few weeks.
Use disposable plastic gloves if you have
an infected cut or burn on your hands.
Thaw food in the refrigerator or microwave
oven, not on the counter. When you thaw
food in a microwave oven, cook it immedi-
ately.
Marinate food only in the refrigerator.
Rinse poultryand seafood in cold water
before cooking.
Avoid cross-contamination in preparing
food. Keep raw meat, poultry and seafood
and their juices away from other food. For
example, don’tuse the same surface and
utensils for preparing raw meat, poultry
and seafood that you use for preparing
salad ingredients.
Thoroughly clean your plastic and wooden
cutting boards. Wash with hot water and
soap and rinse with a diluted chlorine
bleach solution of one teaspoon to a quart
of water.
WHEN YOU COOK FOOD
Cook meat to an internal temperature of
165°F (74°C) or above, poultry to 180°F
(82°C) or above. For cuts more than 2" (51
mm) thick, use a meat thermometer to
check the temperature. For thinner cuts,
clear juices (not pink) are a sign of
doneness.
If you are cooking frozen meat or poultry
that has not been defrosted, increase the
cooking time to 11/2times the time required
for thawed items.
Roast meats or poultry in oven tempera-
tures of 325°F (163°C) or above.
Cook eggs until the yolk and white arefirm,
not runny.
Don’t use recipes in which eggs remain raw
or partially cooked.
If your microwave has a temperature probe,
use it. Check temperatures of meat and
poultry in at least three spots. Rotate foods
during microwaving.
Don’t taste raw or partially cooked meat,
poultry,eggs or fish.
WHEN YOU HAVE LEFTOVERS
Refrigerate or freeze cooked leftovers in
small, covered containers within 2 hours
after cooking. Make sure there is adequate
air space around the containers so that food
can cool down quickly.
Remove the stuffing from meat or poultry
and store it separately.
Date packages of leftovers and use within a
safe period of time.
Cover and reheat leftovers thoroughly
before serving.
Bring sauces, soups and gravy to a boil.
Heat other foods to 165°F (74°C).
If you think food may be spoiled, discardit.
When in doubt, throw it out.
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FRESH FOOD STORAGE
Shelf life of fresh foods varies depending on
how fresh it is when you buy it. To keep your
food fresher longer, follow the recommended
storage tips.
Vegetables: Wash vegetables in cool water
and drain. Store in airtight containers or plastic
wrap. Vegetables stay fresh longer in high
humidity storage.
Fruits: Wash and dry fresh fruits. Store more
aromatic fruits in plastic bags. Most fruits stay
fresh longer in low humidity storage.
Prepackaged Meats: Store in original packag-
ing. After opening, rewrap tightly in plastic
wrap or aluminum foil.
Fresh Meats, Fish and Poultry: Remove store
wrappings, then rewrap in plastic wrap, foil or
waxed paper and refrigerate immediately.
Eggs: Storeeggs unwashed in their carton or
aportable egg tray.Use within 2 weeks.
Milk, Cream and Cottage Cheese: Keep
carton closed. Storeon refrigerator shelf and
use within 5 days.
Cheese: Store in original packaging until ready
to use. After opening, rewrap tightly in plastic
wrap or aluminum foil.
Leftovers: Let cool and cover tightly with
plastic wrap or foil. Airtight plastic containers
work well to prevent drying out and odor
transfer.
FROZEN FOOD STORAGE
Freezer Storage: Wrap foods in material
designed for frozen food storage. The wrap
must seal out air and moisture.
Do not
refreeze thawed meats.
Ice Cream:
The firmness of the ice cream will
depend on its cream content. Higher quality
ice creams usually have a higher cream
content, requiring colder freezer temperatures
to maintain their firmness. Soft ice cream is
not always an indication of a temperature
problem.
Make sure your refrigerator and freezer doors
close freely and completely. Overloading will
affect temperatures inside the unit. Do not fill
your freezer with large quantities of unfrozen
foods expecting them to fast freeze. Give the
freezer ample time to circulate cold air around
unfrozen items before adding additional items.
SUGGESTED FOOD STORAGE
The food storage charts on the following pages
give you specific information to help you keep
food safe and keep it at its best quality. The
recommended storage temperatures will help
you determine optimal storage conditions for
your food. As a general rule, food that is
handled properly and kept at temperatures
below 40°F(4°C) will be safe to eat.
Storing food at temperatures below 40°F (4°C)
keeps it out of the
Danger Zone .The storage
times for refrigeration will help keep food from
spoiling or becoming dangerous to eat. The
time limits for frozen foods are to maintain
flavor and texture. Food kept frozen longer
than the recommended time will still be safe to
eat, but its quality may diminish.
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FISH, MEATS AND POULTRY
FRESH FISH & SEAFOOD
cod, flounder, haddock 32˚F (0˚C) 2 days 6 months Freeze in original wrap up to 2 weeks. Use
sole bluefish, perch 32˚F (0˚C) 2 days 2–3 months freezer wrap, freezer-quality plastic bags
mackerel, salmon 32˚F (0˚C) 4 days 5–9 months or aluminum foil over the commercial wrap
shrimp, oysters 32˚F (0˚C) 1 day 6 months if foods will be frozen for more than a
couple of months.
FRESH MEAT
beef steaks, roasts 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 3–5 days 6–12 months Freeze in original wrap up to 2 weeks. Use
lamb chops, roasts 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 3–5 days 6–9 months freezer wrap, freezer-quality plastic bags
pork and veal chops, roasts 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 3–5 days 4–6 months or aluminum foil over the commercial wrap
variety meats (tongue, liver, etc.) 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 1–2 days 3–4 months if foods will be frozen for more than a
couple of months.
HAMBURGER, GROUND & STEW MEATS
hamburger, stew meats, 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 1–2 days 3–4 months Freeze in original wrap up to 2 weeks. Use
ground turkey, veal, pork, lamb freezer wrap, freezer-quality plastic bags
and mixtures or aluminum foil over the commercial wrap
if foods will be frozen for more than a
couple of months.
HOTDOGS & LUNCH MEATS
hotdogs (opened package) 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 1 week 1–2 months Freeze in freezer wrap. Check ”sell by”
hotdogs (unopened package) 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 2 weeks 1–2 months dates. Do not use more than 1 week
lunch meats (opened package) 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 3–5 days 1–2 months after this date.
lunch meats (unopened package) 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 2weeks 1–2 months
BACON & SAUSAGE
bacon 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 7 days 1 month Keep wrapped, and store at recommended
raw sausage (pork, beef, turkey) 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 1–2 days 1–2 months refrigerator temperatures.
smoked breakfast links or patties 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 7days 1–2 months
hard sausage (pepperoni, jerky sticks) 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 2–3 weeks 1–2 months
HAM & CORNED BEEF
corned beef 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 5–7 days 1 month For freezer storage, drain juices.
ham, whole 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 7 days 1–2 months
ham, half 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 3–5 days 1–2 months
ham, slices 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 3–4 days 1–2 months
FRESH POULTRY
chicken or turkey, whole 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 1–2 days 12 months Freeze in original wrap up to 2 weeks. Use
chicken or turkey, pieces 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 1–2 days 9 months freezer wrap, freezer-quality plastic bags
duck or goose 32–35˚F (0–2˚C) 1–2 days 6 months or aluminum foil over the commercial wrap
if foods will be frozen for more than a
couple of months.
*Recommended freezer storage temperature is 0˚F (-18˚C).
Recommended Storage Life Storage Life
Temperature (refrigerator) (freezer)* Comments
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FOOD STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
FRESH VEGETABLES
FRESH VEGETABLES
anise 34–36˚F (1–2˚C) 2–3 weeks
artichokes 34˚F (1˚C) 1–2 weeks
asparagus 34–36˚F (1–2˚C) 2–3 weeks
beans, green/snap/lima* 40–45˚F (4–7˚C) 10–14 days
bean sprouts 34˚F (1˚C) 7–9 days
beets 34˚F (1˚C) 3–5 months
belgian endive 36–38˚F (2–3˚C) 2–4 weeks
bok choy 34˚F (1˚C) 3 weeks
broccoli 34˚F (1˚C) 1–2 weeks
brussels sprouts 34˚F (1˚C) 3–5 weeks
cabbage 34˚F (1˚C) 3–6 months
carrots 34˚F (1˚C) 1–5 months
cauliflower 34˚F (1˚C) 3–4 weeks
celeriac 34˚F (1˚C) 6–8 months
celery 34˚F (1˚C) 2–4 weeks
chinese broccoli 34˚F (1˚C) 10–14 days
chinese cabbage 34˚F (1˚C) 2–3 months
corn, sweet 34˚F (1˚C) 4–6 days
cucumbers* 45–50˚F (7–10˚C) 1–2 weeks
daikon 34˚F (1˚C) 4 months
eggplant* 45–50˚F (7–10˚C) 1–2 weeks
endive/escarole 34˚F (1˚C) 2–3 weeks
garlic 34˚F (1˚C) 3–6 months
ginger root* 55˚F (13˚C) 6 months
horseradish 34˚F (1˚C) 10–12 months
jerusalem artichokes 34˚F (1˚C) 1–2 weeks
jicama* 55–65˚F (13–18˚C) 4–5 months
kale 34˚F (1˚C) 1–2 months
kohlrabi 34˚F (1˚C) 10–14 days
leeks 34˚F (1˚C) 2–3 months
lettuce 34˚F (1˚C) 2–3 weeks
mushrooms 34˚F (1˚C) 2–3 weeks
okra* 45–50˚F (7–10˚C) 1–2 weeks
onions, bulb 34˚F (1˚C) 1–6 months
onions, green 34˚F (1˚C) 7–10 days
parsley 34˚F (1˚C) 1–2 months
parsnips 34˚F (1˚C) 4–5 months
peas, pods and shelled 34˚F (1˚C) 7–10 days
peppers, bell* 45–50˚F (7–10˚C) 12–18 days
peppers, chile 45–50˚F (7–10˚C) 2–3 weeks
*Sensitive to chill injury, a cause of spoilage. Damage may not be apparent until the vegetable is returned to a warmer temperature.
NOTE: See food preservation guide for complete instructions on freezing vegetables. Recommended freezer storage temperature is 0˚F (-18˚C).
Recommended Storage Life
Temperature (refrigerator) Comments
Wash vegetables in cool water and drain. Store in airtight
container or plastic wrap.
Most vegetables should be stored in higher humidity.
Discard any fresh vegetables that are moldy or have other signs
of spoilage and wipe out the refrigerator compartment.
For fresh-cut produce, follow storage directions on package.
Refer to the list of ethylene sensitive and ethylene producing
vegetables and fruits.