Freezing Capacity - Siemens KD 20VV00 Gebrauchsanweisung

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Note refrigeration zones
in the refrigerator
compartment!
The air circulation in the refrigerator
compartment means that there are
zones at different temperatures.
Depending on the model, the zone for
sensitive foods is right at the bottom
between the arrow on the side and the
glass surface below (fig. ! 1 /1 and 2) or
between the two arrows (fig. ! 2 /1 and 2).
Ideal for storing meat, fish, sausage and
salad mixtures, etc.
Freezing fresh
products storing
frozen food and
making ice
Observe the following
when
purchasing deep-frozen food:
• Inspect the package and ensure that it
is perfect conditions.
• Check the expiry date stamped on the
package; make sure it has not run out.
• Check the thermometer in the freezer
of the store where you purchase your
goods; it should indicate a
temperature lower than -18ºC.
• When shopping, ensure that the deep-
frozen products are the last items to
be purchased; wrap them up in
newspaper or place in a insulating bag
and take them home at once, place in
the home freeze right away.
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Wrapping-up
If home freezing, ensure that the
products of your choice are absolutely
fresh and in perfect condition. Pack food
airtight so that it does not lose its taste
or dehydrate.
Suitable wrapping material:
Plastic film, polyethylene bags, alu-foil
and freezing containers.
All these products are available at your
local dealers and most large
supermarkets.
Unsuitable wrapping material:
wrapping paper, wax-coated paper,
butcher's paper, cellophane, rubbish
bags or used carrier bags.
Wrap-up food, press down on parcel to
remove all air and seal airtight.
Suitable sealing material:
rubber bands, plastic clips, string, water-
proof adhesive tape or similar. Plastic
and polyethylen bags may be heat-
sealed with an appropriate machine.
Label package indicating contents and
date of freezing before storing in the
freezer compartment.

Freezing capacity

Information about the max. freezing
capacity according to current
standards can be found on the rating
plate.
The maximum freezing capacity for
fresh food in 24 h (distributed on the
freezer racks) is indicated on the
characteristics plate (in Kg/24h), see
figure ! ! 0 .
Place the products flat (widest side
down) on the bottom of the freezer
compartment. Ensure that the fresh food
to be frozen does not come in contact
with any frozen products stored in the
appliance.