WHIRLPOOL JTF2688AEW
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Storage
Food Storage

Tips
Frozen Food Storage
� Tile freezer compartment ofa refrigerator should be kept at 0°F or lower. To check the temperature, place an appliance thermometer between the frozen packages and cheek after 24 hours. If the temperature is above 0°K adjust the control as described on page 5. � A freezer operates more efficiently when it is at least two-thirds full. Packaging Foods for Freezing

� The fresh food compartment of a refrigerator should be kept between 34°F and 40°F with an optimum temperature of 37°E To cheek the temperature, place an appliance thermometer in a glass of water and place in the center of the refrigerator. Check after "24hours. If the temperature is above 40°F adjust the controls as explained on page 5. � Avoid overcrowding tlm refrigerator shelves. This reduces the circulation of air around the h)od and results in nneven cooling. Fruits and Vegetables

� To minimize dehydration and quality deterioration use almninum foil, freezer wrap, freezer bags or airtight containers. Force as much air out of the packages as possible and be sure they are tightly sealed. Trapped air can cause the food to dry out, change color and develop an offflavor (freezer burn). � Overwrap fresh meats and poultry with suitahle freezer wrap prior to freezing. � Do not refreeze Loading meat that has completely thawed.

� Storage in the crisper drawers traps lnoistnre to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods. (Refer to page 10). � Sort fruits and vegetables before storage and use brnised or soft items first. Discard those showing signs of decay. � Always wrap odorous foods such as onions and cabbage so the odor does not transfer to other foods. � While vegetables need a certain amount of moisture to remain fresh, too much moisture can shorten storage times (especially lettuce). Drain vegetables well be}bre storing. Meat and Cheese

the Freezer

� Avoid adding to() nmeh warm food to the freezer at one time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rate of freezing and can raise the temperature of frozen toods. � Leave space between the packages so cold air can circulate freely; allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible. � Avoid storing hard-to-freeze foods such as ice cream and orange juice on the freezer door shelves. These foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the temperature varies less with door openings. Refer to the Food Storage Chart approximate storage times. on page 14 for

� }law meat and poultw should be wrapped securely so leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces does not occur, � Occasionally mold will develop on the surface of hard cheeses (Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan). Cut offat least an inch around and below the moldy area. Keep your knife or instrument out of the mold itself. The remaining cheese will be satb and flavorful to eat. Do NOT t_ to save individnal cheese slices, soft cheese, cottage cheese, cream, sour cream or yogurt when mold appears. Dairy Food � Most dairy, foods such as milk, yogurt, sour cream and cottage cheese have freshness dates on their cartons for appropriate length of storage. Store these foods in the original carton and refrigerate immediately after purchasing and each use.