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REFRIGERATOR

Use & Care Guide

For questions about features, operation/performance,

parts accessories or service, call: 1-800-44-ROPER (1-800-447-6737).

In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation

and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at...

www.roperappliances.com

RÉFRIGÉRATEUR

SUPERPOSÉ

Guide d’utilisation

et d’entretien

Au Canada, pour assistance, composer le

1-800-44-ROPER (1-800-4 47-6737),

pour installation ou service 1-800 -807-6777 ou visitez notr e site web à

www.roperappliances.com

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T a ble of Cont ents/Table des matièr es... ........ ...... ......... ...... ...... .2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ............................................... 3

PARTS AND FEATURES................................... ............... 4

INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR .............................. 5

Unpacking Your Refrigerator........................................... 5

Space Requirements ....................................................... 5

Electrical Requirements................................................... 6

Connecting the Refrigerator to a Water Source ............ 6

Reversing the Door Swing............................................... 8

Reversing the Door Handles ........................................... 9

Door Closing and Alignment ......................................... 10

Understanding Sounds You May Hear......................... 11

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR....................................... 11

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation..................................... 11

Setting the Control......................................................... 12

Adjusting Control Settings............................................. 12

Food Storage Guide....................................................... 13

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES........................................... 14

Refrigerator Shelves ...................................................... 14

Meat Drawer and Cover................................................. 15

Crisper and Crisper Cover............................................. 15

Ice Maker Operation ...................................................... 16

Freezer Shelf................................................................... 16

CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR........................... 17

Cleaning Your Refrigerator............................................ 17

Changing the Light Bulb................................................ 17

Power Interruptions ....................................................... 18

Vacation and Moving Care............................................ 18

TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................... 19

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................................. 22

WARRANTY .... ................... .................. ................... .......... 23

SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR.................................26

PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES.................................27

INSTALLATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .......................... 28

Déballage de votre réfrigérateur................................... 28

Espacement requis........................................................ 28

Spécifications électriques............................................. 29 Raccordement du ré fr igé ra teu r

à une canalisation d’eau................................................ 29

Inversion du sens d’ouverture des portes.................... 31

Inversion des poignées de porte .................................. 32

Fermeture et alignement des portes ............................ 33 Les bruits de l’appareil

que vous pouvez entendre............................................ 34

UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .............................. 34

Pour s’assurer d’une circulation d’air appropriée ....... 34

Réglage des commandes.............................................. 35

Ajustement des réglages de commande ..................... 35

Guide d’entreposage des aliments............................... 36

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR................ 37

Tablettes du réfrigérateur.............................................. 37

Bac à viande et couvercle............................................. 38

Bac à légumes et couvercle.......................................... 38

Utilisation de la machine à glaçons.............................. 39

Clayette du congélateur................................................ 39

ENTRETIEN DE VOTRE RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ................... 40

Nettoyage du réfrigérateur............................................ 40

Remplacement de l’ampoule d’éclairage..................... 41

Pannes de courant......................................................... 41 Entretien av ant les vacances

ou lors d’un déménagement ......................................... 41

DÉPANNAGE..................................................................... 42

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............................................. 46

GARANTIE......................................................................... 47

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or

“WARNING.” These words mean:

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

precautions:

■

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

■

Do not remove ground prong.

■

Do not use an adapter.

■

Do not use an extensio n cord.

■

Disco n n e c t po wer be fo re se r v icing.

■

Replace all panels before operating.

■

Remove doors from your old refriger a tor.

To reduce the ris k of fire, electric shock , or injury when using your refrigerator, fo llow these basic

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You follow instructions.

■

Use nonflammable cleaner.

■

Keep flammable mater ials and vapor s , such as gasoline, aw ay from refr iger ato r.

■

Use two or mo re peop le to mov e and install refrigerator.

■

Disconnect power before installing ice maker .

■

Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water (on some models).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Proper Disposal of

Your Old Refrigerator

W ARNING

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT – Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still d a ngerous – even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to he lp prevent accidents.

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.

PARTS AND FEATURES

This manual covers sev eral diff erent models. The refrigerator you have purchased may hav e some or all of the items listed. The locations of the features may not match your model.

1. Adjustable Freezer Shelf

2. Ice Cube Trays

3. Control Panel

4. Model and Serial Number Label

5. Meat Drawer (on some models)

6. Crisper Cover

7. Crispers

8. Level ing Ro l ler s (no t sh own)

9. Freezer Door Shelves

10. Magnetic Door Gaskets

11. Light Switch

12. Utility Compartment

13. Adjustable Glass or Wire Shelves (number varies with model)

14. Door Shelves

Other Parts and Features (not shown in illustration above/optional on some models)

Automatic Ice Maker Ice Bin Full-Width Crisper Drawer Glass Crisper Cover Partial Freezer Shelf

INSTALLING YOUR

Space Requirements

REFRIGERATOR

Unpacking Your Refrigerator

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Removing P ackaging Materials

■ Remove tape and any labels from your refrigerator

before using (except the model and serial number label).

To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

■ To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow

for a .5” (1.25 cm) space on each side

■ Allow 3” (7.5 cm) of space between overhead cabinets

and refrigerator top.

■ Allow at least 1” (2.5 cm) between back of cabinet and

the wall.

■ Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,

flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerat or. For more information, see “Refrigerator Safety” section.

■ On some models, shelves, bins, door shelf rails, and

other feature parts may be packaged in the Finishing Touches™ FeaturePak. Follow the instructions contained in the package for proper assemb ly.

IMPORTANT:

■ Depending on your model, do not remove any

permanent instruction labels inside your refrigerator, or the Tech Sheet that is fastened behind the base grille.

■ Depending on your model, do not remove the white

Styrofoam insert that is located behind the control panel on the ceiling o f the r efr igerat or. The insert is part of the refrigerator and not part of the packing material. If the insert is r emoved , ice may migr ate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.

3" (7.5 cm)

.5" (1.25 cm)

■ If your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you

leave some extra space at the back for the water line connections.

■ If you are installin g your refr igerator n ext to a fixed wall,

leave 2” (5 cm) minimum on the hinge side (depending on your model) to allow for the door to swing open.

■ Level the refrigerator (See “Door Closing and

Alignment”).

NOTE: Do not install the r efrig erator near an ove n, radiator, or other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall below 40° F (5° C).

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in

death, fire, or electrical shock.

Connecting the Refrigerator

to a Water Source

Read all directions carefully bef ore y ou begin. IMPORTANT :

■ If operating the refrigerator before installing the water

connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water.

■ All installations must be in accordance with local

plumbing code requirements.

■ Use copper tubing and check for leaks. ■ Install copper tu bing only in areas where temperatures

will remain above freezing.

■ It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to begin

producing ic e.

Tools required:

■ Standard screwdriver

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection:

Recommended Grounding Method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

NOTE: Before performing any t ype of installation, cleaning , or removing a light bulb, turn the control, (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Fr eezer Contr ol dep ending on the mo del) t o OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerat or o r Fr e ezer Control depending on the model) to the desired setting.

■ ⁷⁄₁₆-inch and ¹⁄₂-inch open-end wr enches or two

adjustable wrenches

■ ¹⁄₄-inch nut driver ■ ¹⁄₄-inch drill bit ■ Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a

¹⁄₄-inch saddle-typ e sh ut-o ff valve, a uni on , and co pp e r tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a sad dle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄₁₆-inch saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

Cold Water Supply

The ice maker water valve contains a flo w washer whic h is used as a water pressu re r egulator. The ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi. If a problem occurs, call your utility company.

Connecting to water line:

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet

long enough to clear line of water.

3. Find a ¹⁄₂-inch to 1¹⁄₄-inch vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but the following procedure must be followed: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

4. To determine the length of copper tubing you will need, measure from connection on lower l eft rear of refrigerator to water pipe. Add 7 feet (2.1 m) to allow for moving refrigerator for cleaning. Use ¹⁄₄-inch O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

5. Using a grounded drill, drill a ¹⁄₄-inch hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

1. Cold Water Pipe

2. Pipe Clamp

3. Copper Tubing

4. Compression Nut

5. Compression Sleeve

6. Shut Of f Valve

7. Packing Nut

Connecting to refrigerator: NOTE: The first step for connecting the water line to your

refrigerator is different depending on the type of water valve provided with your refrigerator. See the diagrams below to determine the style of valve you have. (On kit models, assemble water valve to refrigerator per kit instructions.)

1. For Style 1, disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert the copper tubing through the clamp, as shown. Remove the tape la bel from t he valve inlet and insert copper tubing until it bottoms out (approximately ³⁄₄-inch). Tighten nut by hand as much as possible; then turn the nut an additional ¹⁄₂ turn using a wrench. Do not overtighten. Re-attach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet. Skip to Step 2.

For Style 2, disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert copper tubing through the clamp as shown. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. Reattach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet. Move to Step 2.

6. Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure outlet en d is solidly in the ¹⁄₄-inch drilled hole in the water pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing, especially if soft (coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing.

7. Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.

8. Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and turn ON main water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear . Turn OFF shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil copper tubing.

2. Turn shut-off valve ON. Check For Leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

Style 1

1. Tube Clamp

2. Copper Tubing

3. Compression Nut

4. Valve Inlet

Style 2

1. Tube Clamp

2. Copper Tubing

3. Compression Nut

3. The ice maker is equipped with a built-i n water straine r. If local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is your source of water supply, a second water strainer should be inst al le d in the ¹⁄₄-inch water line. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer. Install at either tube connection.

4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Rev ersing the Door Swing

TOOLS NEEDED:

⁵⁄₁₆-inch hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, ¹⁄₂-inch open-end wrench, flat 2- inch putty knife.

⁵⁄₁₆

inch Hex-Head Hinge Screw

Door Stop Screw

Sealing Screw (use on top of doors)

SUGGESTION: Reversing the door swing should be performed by a qualified person.

IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF, unplug it, and r emove any food from door shelves.

To remove doors from hinges:

1. Keep doors closed until ready to lift free from the

cabinet.

2. Start at the top hinge and work your way down to the center hinge and bottom hinge. Remove all screws and components as shown.

3. Open and lift doors off hinges.

NOTE: If you are reversing the door swing, you should

move the handles while the d oors are of f of the refri gerator. Follow the instructions in the “Reversing the Door Handles” section.

To replace doors on hinges:

1. Remove hole plugs covering the screw holes on the

opposite side of the refrigerator using a flat putty knife.

2. Replace the doors.

3. Start at the bottom hinge and work your way up to the

center hinge and top hinge replacing all components and screws as shown.

4. Line up doors so they are centered between the sides of the cabinet and parallel with each other.

5. Fill all unused openings with screws or plastic hole plugs. Moisture will enter any unfilled openings.

NOTE: If the doors are not closing on their own, see the “Door Closing and Alignment” section.

Top Hinge

Reversing the Door Handles

1. Hex-Head Hinge Screws

2. Top Hinge

3. Spacer

4. Sealing Screws

Center Hinge

Cone Screw (Use on Top and Bottom of

Handles)

Countersink Screw

Handle Screw (Use on Front of Handles)

To remove handles:

1. Remove freezer handle assembly as s hown. Keep all

parts together.

2. Remove refrigerator handle bottom screw. Pry off screw cover and remove screw.

3. Remove refrigerat or handle ass emb ly as shown . Keep all parts together.

To reinstall freezer handle:

1. Position freezer handle on the opposite side of the

freezer door and install top two screws.

2. Install the bottom two screws.

3. Tighten all screws.

1. Door Stop

2. Door Stop Screw

3. Center Hinge

4. Hex-Head Hinge Screws

5. Sealing Screws

Bottom Hinge

To reinstall refrigerator handle:

1. Unscrew the hole plug in the refrigerator door and

screw it into place on the opposite side.

2. Position the refrigerator handle on the refrigerator door and attach it at the top with two screws.

3. Align the lower portion of the handle and attach it to the refrigerator with one screw.

4. Position screw cover over the screw and push it until it snaps into place.

1. Door Stop

2. Door Stop Screw

3. Bottom Hinge

4. Hex-Head Hinge Screws

2. With the rear already l evel and the refrigerator in place, use the bottom leveling screws to level the refrigerator from side-to-side. They are part of the front roller assemblies, which are found at the base of the refrigerator on either side.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.

Style 1

1. Plugs

2. Countersink Screws

3. Plug

4. Handle Screw

5. Screw Cover

6. Plug

Door Closing and Alignment

Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers – one on the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the instructions below:

1. Roll out the refrigerator and use a level to check the floor at the back from side-to-side. If needed, use shims to level the ba ck of the r efriger ator if i t i s uneven . Roll the refri gera tor back i nto pla ce wi th th e rear roller s on top of any shim(s) used so that the rear of the refrigerator is level.

Style 2

3. Depending on your model, to level your refrigerator you

may either turn the screw clockwise to raise that side of the refrigerator or turn the screw counterclockwise to lower that side. Place a level on top of the refrigerator to check adjustments.

4. If the doors do not close on their own, you will need to raise the front of the refrigerator so it is slightly higher than the back. To do this, turn both leveling screws clockwise ¹⁄₂ turn.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to turn both screws an equal amount or the refrigerator will no longer be level sideto-side.

5. Open doors and check if they close automatically. If not, repeat steps 3 and 4.

6. Using a level, check to see if the refrigerator is still level side-to-side. Re adjust if necessary.

Understanding Sounds

You May Hear

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are. The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.

■ If your product i s equipped with an ice maker, you will

hear a buzzing sound when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker for each cycle.

■ The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost

cycle begins and ends. Also, the Thermostat Control (or Refrigerator Control depending on the model), will click when cycling on and off.

■ Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant,

the water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.

■ Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to

keep your food items at the desired temperature. The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one, and you may hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.

USING YOUR

REFRIGERATOR

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation

In order to ensur e prop er temperatur es, you need to permi t air flow between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown in the illustration, cool air enters through the bottom of the freezer section and moves up. Most of the air then flows through the freezer sect ion vents and recirculates under the freezer floor. The rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent.

■ Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost

cycle may cause a sizzling sound.

■ You may hear the evaporator f a n motor circulating the

air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

■ As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound

due to the ref r igerant flowing in your refrigerator.

■ Contraction and exp a nsion of the inside walls may

cause a popping noise.

■ You may hear air being forced over the condenser by

the condenser fan.

■ You may hear water running into the drai n pan during

the defrost cycle.

Do not block any of these vents with food packages. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be prevented and temperature and moisture problems may occur.

IMPORTANT: Because air cir culates between both sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer and dryi ng ou t o f food, wrap or cover foods tightly. (See the “Food Storage Guide” section for details.)

Setting the Control

For your convenience, the Temperature Control is preset at the factory. The control for the refrigerator and

freezer is located in the top of the refrigerator section. It controls the temperature in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the Temperature Control is still preset. The Temperature Contr ol should be at t he “mid-settin g” (3), as shown in the illustration below.

normal

coldestoff

NOTE: Turning the Temperature Control to OFF stops cooling in both the refrigerator and f reezer compartments, but does not disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply.

Give your refri gerator time to coo l down co mpletely befor e adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator.

IMPORTANT: If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil. Turning the

Temperature Control to a higher (colder) than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

Adjusting Control Settings

Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. The “mid-setting” (3) indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator u sage. The contr ol is set corre ctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.

Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide.

Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.

RECOMMENDED

CONDITION/REASON:

REFRIGERATOR section too warm

■

Door opened often

■

Large amount of food added

■

Room temperature very warm

FREEZER section too warm/ice not made fast enough

■

Door opened often

■

Large amount of food added

■

Very cold room temperature

ADJUSTMENT:

Turn TEMPERATURE Control to next higher number, wait 24 hours, then re-check

(can’t cycle often enough)

■

Heavy ice usage

■

Air diffuser blocked by items

Move items out of airstream

REFRIGERATOR section too cold

■

Control not set corre ctly for your conditions

Turn TEMPERATURE Control to next lower number, wait 24 hours, then re-check

FREEZER section too cold

■

Control not set corre ctly for your conditions

Turn TEMPERATURE control to next lower number, wait 24 hours, then re-check

The Temperature Control functions as the thermostat for the entire product (refrigerator and freezer sections). The higher the number setting, the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature colder.

Food Storage Guide

Storing Fresh Food

Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. Th is prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated products, check code date to ensure freshness.

Butter or margarine

Keep opened butter in covered dish or closed compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap in freezer packaging and freeze.

Meat

Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moist ure-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See the following chart for storage times. When storing meat longer than the times given, freeze the meat.

Chicken............ ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... .. 1-2 days

Ground beef.................................................... 1-2 days

V ariety meats (liver, heart, etc.)....................... 1-2 days

Cold cuts......................................................... 3-5 days

Steaks/roasts......... ....... .................................. 3-5 days

Cured meats .... ............................................. 7-10 days

Cheese

Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it. Once opened, rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

Milk

Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place milk on interior shelf.

Eggs

Store in original carton on interior shelf.

Fruit

Wash, let dry, and store in r ef rigerat or in plasti c bags or crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in a crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf.

Leafy vegetables

Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored ar eas. Wash in cold water and drain. Place in plastic bag or plastic conta i ne r an d sto re in crisp er.

Vegetables with skins (carrots, peppers)

Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper.

Fish

Leftovers

Cover leftovers with pl astic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used.

Storing Frozen Food

NOTE: For further information a bout preparing food for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.

Packaging

Successful freezing depends on the correct packaging. When you close and seal the package you must not allow air or moisture in or out. If you do, you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator, and also dry out frozen food.

Packaging recommendations:

■ Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids ■ Straight-sided canning/freezing jars ■ Heavy-duty aluminum foil ■ Plastic-coated paper ■ Non-permeable plastic wraps (made from saran

film)

■ Specified freezer self-sealing plastic bags

Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods.

Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day as purchased.

Do not use:

■ Bread wrappers ■ Non-polyethylene plastic containers ■ Containers without tight lids ■ Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap ■ Thin, semi-permeable wrap

Freezing

Your freezer will not qui ck-freeze any large quantity of food. Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 lbs of food per cubic foot [907-1,350 g per liter] of freezer space). Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages. Be careful to leave eno ugh room at the front so the door can close tightly.

Storage times will vary a ccor ding to t he qu ality and t ype of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (airtight and moisture-proof), and the storage temperature. Ic e crystals inside a sealed package are normal. This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed, creating ice crystals.

NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy.

REFRIGERATOR

FEATURES

Refrigerator Shelves

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to match your individual storage needs.

Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier. It will also reduce the amount of ti me the refrigerator do or is open, and save energy.

To remove a shelf:

1. Remove items from the shelf.

2. Slide shelf straight out to the stop

3. Depending on your model, lift back or front of shelf to

pass stop.

4. Slide shelf out the rest of the way.

To replace a shelf:

1. Slide back of shelf into shelf track in wall of cabinet.

2. Guide front of shelf into shelf track.

3. Slide shelf in all the way.

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