Food Storage Suggestions - GE 21 Guide D'utilisation Et D'entretien

To Remove Ice Storage Bin
Lift the left corner to free the bin from
the shelf. Pull the bin straight out while
supporting it at front and back.
If Ice Is Not Used Often...
"Old" ice cubes will become cloudy and taste stale. Empty ice storage
bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water. Be sure to allow
storage bin to cool before replacing it—otherwise ice cubes will stick
to the metal auger.
Suggested storage times for meat and poultry*
Eating quality DAYS IN
drops after REFRIGERATOR
time shown AT 35° to 40° F.
(2° to 4° C.)
Fresh Meats
Roasts (Beef & Lamb) ...................... 3 to 5 ......................... 6 to 12
Roasts (Pork & Veal) ........................ 3 to 5 ...........................4 to 8
Steaks (Beef) .................................... 3 to 5 ......................... 6 to 12
Chops (Lamb)................................... 3 to 5 ...........................6 to 9
Chops (Pork) .................................... 3 to 5 ...........................3 to 4
Ground & Stew Meats ...................... 1 to 2 ...........................3 to 4
Variety Meats .................................... 1 to 2 ...........................3 to 4
Sausage (Pork) ................................. 1 to 2 ...........................1 to 2
Processed Meats
Bacon ................................................... 7...................................1
Frankfurters.......................................... 7..................................
Ham (Whole)........................................ 7 ...............................1 to 2
Ham (Half) ........................................ 3 to 5 ...........................1 to 2
Ham (Slices)......................................... 3 ...............................1 to 2
Luncheon Meats ............................... 3 to 5 ..........Freezing not recommended.
Sausage (Smoked)............................... 7..............Freezing not recommended.
Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry) .............14 to 21 ........Freezing not recommended.
Cooked Meats
Cooked Meats and Meat Dishes........ 3 to 4 ...........................2 to 3
Gravy & Meat Broth .......................... 1 to 2 ...........................2 to 3
Fresh Food Storage Tips
To store vegetables:
• Use the vegetable drawers— they have been
designed to preserve the natural moisture
and freshness of produce.
• Covering vegetables with a moist towel
helps maintain crispness.

FOOD STORAGE SUGGESTIONS

MONTHS IN
FREEZER
AT 0° F.
(-18° C.)
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• As a further aid to freshness,
prepackaged vegetables can be
stored in their original wrapping.
Unfrozen meats, fish, and poultry:
• Always remove store wrappings.
• Rewrap in foil, plastic wrap or wax paper
and refrigerate immediately.
To Replace Ice Storage Bin
Slide the bin back until the tab on the bin locks
into the slot in the shelf.
If the bin does not go all the way back, remove
it and turn the drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then
push the bin back again until the tab on the
bin locks into the slot in the shelf.
Move Feeler Arm to STOP (up) Position when...
• Home water supply is to be turned off for several hours.
• Ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time.
• Going away on vacation, at which time you should also turn off the
valve in the water supply line to your refrigerator.
• Moving the freezer control to the OFF position.
Eating quality DAYS IN
drops after REFRIGERATOR
time shown AT 35° to 40° F.
(2° to 4° C.)
Fresh Poultry
Chicken & Turkey (Whole) ................ 1 to 2 ..............................12
Chicken (Pieces) ............................... 1 to 2 ...............................9
Turkey (Pieces) ................................. 1 to 2 ...............................6
Duck & Goose (Whole)..................... 1 to 2 ...............................6
Giblets............................................... 1 to 2 ...............................3
Cooked Poultry
Pieces (Covered with Broth) ..............1 to 2................................6
Pieces (Not Covered)........................ 3 to 4 ...............................1
Cooked Poultry Dishes ..................... 3 to 4 ...........................4 to 6
Fried Chicken .................................... 3 to 4 ...............................4
(Other than for meats & poultry)
Most fruits and vegetables ................................................8-12 months
Lean fish.............................................................................6-8 months
Fatty fish, rolls and breads, soups, stew, casseroles .........2-3 months
Cakes, pies, sandwiches, leftovers (cooked),
ice cream (original carton) ............................................1 month max.
Meats, fish and poultry purchased from the store vary in quality and
age; consequently, safe storage time in your refrigerator will vary.
For meat and poultry information, call the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture
at 800-535-4555.
*U.S. Department of Agriculture
Cheese:
• Wrap well with wax paper or aluminum
foil, or put in a plastic bag.
• Carefully wrap to expel air and help
prevent mold.
• Store prepackaged cheese in its own
wrapping if you wish.
Rotate
Drive
Mechanism
MONTHS IN
FREEZER
AT 0° F.
(-18° C.)
FREEZER
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