User manual HAIER HSW08 02-02

[. . . ] The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 reads: ". . . You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold-below 40°F". ". . . Thawed ground meats, poultr y, or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. The food may be dangerous to eat. " ". . . Even partial thawing and re-freezing reduce the eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods. [. . . ] Install the screws and screw covers to their corresponding position. fig. Phillips head screwdriver) press the hinge axle on the bottom of the hinged side of the freezer door. Once the freezer door is installed insert the water-collecting tray. hinge axle water collection tray fig. # 6a 10 English Refrigerator Features And Use General Features Adjustable temperature dial: Your refrigerator will automatically maintain the temperature level you select. Turning the dial to OFF stops cooling in both the refrigeration and freezer sections. At first, set the dial to 4 and allow 24 hours to pass before adjusting the temperature to your needs. (Note: If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging the unit in. ) Refrigerator Section Interior Light: Your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic interior light in the fresh food section for you to easily locate your food. Refrigerator Interior Shelves The refrigerator shelves of your refrigerator were designed with you in mind. Their varied adjustability allows you to satisfy your personal storage needs. To remove or adjust a full-width slide-out shelf: (see fig. Gently tilt the shelf up and slide forward until the shelf has been completely removed. To replace the shelf, select the desired setting and gently slide the shelf back until it rests in the locking position. fig. # 13 14 English Food Storage Information Fresh Food · When storing fresh food, which is not prepackaged, be sure to wrap or store food in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise noted. This will ensure proper shelf life and prevent the transfer of odors and tastes. · Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original carton to maximize shelf life. · Fruit should be washed and dried then stored in a crisper set for low humidity. If you do not have humidity controlled crispers place the items in sealed plastic bags before storing in the crisper. · Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or containers and stored in crisper with low humidity setting. · Leafy vegetables should be washed and drained and then stored in plastic bags or containers in crisper with high humidity setting. · Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the refrigeration. · When storing meats in the fresh food section, keep in the original packaging or rewrap as necessary. Follow the suggestions below for safe storage: · Chicken · Ground Beef · Cold Cuts · Steaks/Roasts · Smoked/Cured Meats · All others 1-2 Days 1-2 Days 3-5 Days 3-5 Days 7-10 Days 1-2 Days If longer periods of storage are required, store immediately in the freezer section. 15 English Frozen Food · Proper freezer storage requires correct packaging. All foods must be in packages, which do not allow the flow of air or moisture in, or out. Improper storage will result in odor and taste transfer and will result in the drying out of the improperly packaged food. [. . . ] Damage from misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance or incorrect current or voltage. Damage from service by other than an authorized dealer or service center. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE The remedy provided in this warranty is exclusive and is granted in lieu of all other remedies. This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. [. . . ]