The best way to use and store the refrigerator

Proper use of the refrigerator will help preserve food well and save energy consumption and also help preserve the refrigerator from minor damage. In the hot summer, many people like to get cold drinks, ice cream, candy or desserts from the refrigerator, it is generally believed that its low temperature can keep food fresh and kill bacteria. However, if food is left untreated or stored in the refrigerator for too long, it may still show signs of spoilage, such as sticking, mold, dryness, or discoloration.

In fact, keeping food cold in the refrigerator merely inhibits and slows the growth of bacteria, but does not completely kill them. Some bacteria will survive at low temperatures, so it's important that you know how to use the refrigerator and store it properly to prevent the growth of bacteria on food.

The best way to use and store the refrigerator Picture 1 Use and store the refrigerator properly

To use the refrigerator properly, please do the following: 

The best way to use and store the refrigerator Picture 2 Store food in compartments with proper temperature

1. First you need to know how to adjust the temperature of the refrigerator to suit your foods. Make sure the temperature of the refrigerator is kept below 5ºC and the freezer is at -18ºC or lower. 
2. Foods of different types should be wrapped separately or stored in a covered container to avoid cross-contamination in the refrigerator.
3. Always remember to place cooked food on top of fresh food in the same refrigerator, i.e. ready-to-eat or cooked food should be kept in the upper drawer while raw food should be stored in the lower shelf of the refrigerator. fridge.
4. Canned food should be moved to a non-metallic container once opened and properly covered before it is stored in the refrigerator.
5. It is not necessary to place unopened pasteurized food or unripe fruit in the refrigerator.
6. Let leftovers cool completely before refrigerating.
7. Food removed from the refrigerator should be thoroughly cooked or reheated until the core temperature of the food reaches 75ºC or higher.
8. Food should not be stored in the refrigerator for a long time. In general, leftovers should not be stored in the refrigerator for more than three days.
9. Food that is not as perishable as drinks can be kept on a door shelf.
10. The refrigerator must be adequately ventilated; Avoid placing too much food close together to maintain cold air distribution inside.
11. Keep the door closed as often as possible to prevent heat loss inside the refrigerator.
12. If your refrigerator is frozen, defrost it by turning the temperature knob counterclockwise to a small number - Min, Cold or you can select Off to turn off the refrigerator.

The best way to use and store the refrigerator Picture 3 If the refrigerator is frozen, defrost it by reducing the temperature or turning off the refrigerator

See instructions How to adjust the temperature of the refrigerator

How to properly store the refrigerator?

If you already know how to use the refrigerator properly and effectively, properly storing the refrigerator will also help increase the life of the refrigerator and save significant energy consumption.

See instructions How to store the refrigerator

Micah Soto

Update 08 May 2023