Store kimchi in the kimchi container.
Fill the container with kimchi only up to the fill line and make sure the lid is tightly closed before storing.
If the lid is not closed properly, a thin film of yeast can form on the surface of the kimchi or the kimchi may ferment too quickly. Cover the surface of the kimchi with plastic wrap or a layer of cabbage leaves before storing it to prevent yeast from forming.
Store vegetables or fruits in the designated container.
Some vegetables and fruits are damaged by cold air. Vegetables which are damp from being washed tend to spoil more quickly. For best results, don’t wash vegetables before storing them.
Do not refrigerate tropical fruits like bananas or pineapples, which are damaged by cold temperatures.
Allow hot food to cool to room temperature before refrigerating it.
Placing hot food directly into the refrigerator can raise the temperature of surrounding food items, leading to spoilage and higher utility bills.
Long-Term Storage of Kimchi
Place newly prepared kimchi into the refrigerator and select the Kimchi setting.
Depending on the type and saltiness of the kimchi, select the Low, Medium, or High setting.
For best long-term storage, make sure the vegetables are completely submerged in the sauce and cover the kimchi with plastic wrap.
Storing Purchased Kimchi
If kimchi will be consumed within a short time, select the Fast Chill setting. If kimchi will be stored for a long time, select the Storage setting.
Before storing vegetable oils in the refrigerator, read the storage instructions on the container.
Vegetable oil bottles can become messy with use. Place oil bottles in disposable or left over plastic containers to avoid having to clean refrigerator shelves.
Select the appropriate temperature for the food being stored.
Storing kimchi at the Fermentation setting may cause it to spoil.
Some types of kimchi may freeze if stored at the High setting. Check on kimchi often when using the High setting.
Storing other food along with kimchi in a storage container may result in the other food freezing.
Using the Different Containers
For best results when using the Refrigerator setting, store containers which are similar in size, smaller containers, or bottles.
Storing kimchi in the provided kimchi container in the designated position makes the most delicious kimchi.
Do not store kimchi in glass bottles. The kimchi will expand when frozen and the bottle may break, causing a risk of injury.
Do not place containers near the air outlet in the refrigerator. The food may freeze.
Fermenting Kimchi
Avoid opening the compartment door while kimchi is fermenting.
Allowing the warmer outside air in during fermentation can affect the taste of the kimchi.
Getting Rid of Food Odors
Cover open food containers with plastic wrap before storing to prevent transfer of odors inside the refrigerator.
After installation, allow the refrigerator to cool completely before storing food.
Food may spoil and cause odors to linger if it is stored before the refrigerator has been allowed to reach the set temperature.