Miele K 12020 S
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1. 22 Freezing fresh food 22 Storing frozen foo siria anale ii 22 HOME OSZIAGhi irreali eta e era del 23 Hints on home freezing asetse n berea a e e e a ea i a 23 PACKING nay ener ran E We han 23 Before placing food in the freezer compartment nanana saaana 24 Placing food in the freezer compartment sasaa aasa 24 Defrostingi rile eg baa ba pean Dus da 24 IGE CUBES nee ee ehe u 25 COON CHIMKS siii iii ae ehe 25 Contents Defrosting tees 26 Refrigerator section LL 26 Freezer COMPANMENE tie IA ed ot 26 Cleaning and care tees 28 Cleaning the outer casing the interior and accessories 28 Ventilation gapSr an iaia TE Rae ee ae 28 Door sealei scarsa ra re ER eklig tie 29 Problem solving guide een 30 NOISES cile ea ee a ae 33 After Sales Guarantee 0 00 0 34 Electrical connection 35 Electrical connection UK Li 35 Installation es enren pedata Lat 36 LOGAN e eee eee eo ee 36 Climate ANE sde 41 244 miann aek eed ee bed eee ee bee hae 36 Ventilation e iguana ikaw le PEWS ARS hs a RT ees dae aes 36 Installation pra Ed Oe ae ek at ng ba Rang ae eh eee ao in 36 Aligning the AD ONANC Cis ints tected eee tae a ar Mode eR E eee Rae Seah a 37 Appliance dimensions ess perar te eek E a ep ede a 38 Changing the door hinging 0 0 0 0 ce eee 39 Changing the freezer compartment door 40 Changing over the door handle 40 Guide to the appliance D Super u 12. In operation indicator light 3 On Off and temperature selector dial Super cool button or Super frost button 2 with indicator light 1 Refrigerator without freezer compartment 2 Refrigerator with freezer compartment Guide to the appliance Freezer compartment Butter and cheese compartment 2 Adjustable shelves Door shelf Egg tray 3 Condensate channel and Interior lighting drain hole Bottle shelf Fruit and vegetable containers Depending on model Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled Ensure that any plastic wrappings bags etc are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children Danger of suffocation Disposal of your old appliance Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment They are however essential for the correct functioning of your appliance Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre or contact your dealer for advice Ensure that it presents no danger to children while be
3. Miele Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator K 12020 S K 12022 S To avoid the risk of accidents en GB or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time M Nr 07 285 170 Contents Guide to the appliance 2 0 0c cee 4 Caring for the environment 0 000000 c eee eee 6 Warning and Safety instructions 7 How to save energy 12 Switching on and off 13 Switching off for longer periods of time 13 The correct temperature 0 0 00 eee 14 In the refrigerator section 14 inthe freezer compartment 0 14 Setting the temperature i 15 Using Super cool depending on model 16 Using Super freeze depending on model 17 Using the refrigerator efficiently 0 18 Different storage ZONES 1 ee 18 Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator 0 18 When shopping forfood esea iii nee iaia 19 Stonn rood LE 0 1 lt VR RR RE RR 19 Fruivand Vegetables sssr crese seme hee dees iena 19 Unpacked meats and vegetables 0 0222 ee 20 Protein rich foods LL 20 Meale une a Vegas mead eed wea ha rare waa dale Pea acid wi 20 Adjusting the interior fittings 21 MOVING INE SNEIVES 4 24 40 aoe ped Eade ana 21 SPliUShElt cr 20 0 ee end ea Gee Re ee a 21 Adjusting the door shelf bottle shelf 21 Freezing and storing food depending on model
4. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating This appliance must not be connected to the inverter of an autonomous power supply e g a solar power system When switching the appliance on a surge in power could trigger the safety cut out mechanism This could damage the electronic unit The appliance must not be used with so called energy saving devices These reduce the energy supply to the appliance which could then become too warm Using such devices could alter the specification of the product Non rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be re fitted when changing the fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained The colour of the correct replacement cover is that of the coloured insert in the base of the plug or the colour that is embossed in words in the base of the plug as applicable to the design of the plug fitted Replacement fuses should be ASTA approved to BS 1362 and have the correct rating Replacement fuses and fuse covers may be purchased from your local electrical supplier WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED 35 Installation Do not place any appliance which gives off heat such as a toaster or microwave oven on top of this appliance as this would increase the appliance s energy consumption This refrigerator must not be installed directly next to another refriger
5. in the appliance Warmest area The warmest area is in the top section of the door Use this for storing butter and cheese Coldest area The coldest area in a refrigerator is directly above the vegetable containers Use this for all delicate and highly perishable food e g fish meat poultry sausage products ready meals dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream fresh dough cake mixtures pizza or quiche dough soft cheese and other dairy products pre packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it should be kept at a temperature of approx 4 C 18 Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants e g spray cans Danger of explosion If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof make sure it is tightly closed and store upright Do not store cooking oil in the refrigerator door Traces of oil can cause stress cracks to occur in the plastic components in the door Food must not touch the back wall of the appliance as it may freeze to the back wall Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator Not all food is suitable for refrigeration This includes Fruit and vegetables which are sensitive to cold such as bananas avocado papaya passion fruit aubergines peppers tomatoes and cucumbers Fruit which is not yet ripe Potatoes Some hard cheeses e g Parmesan Using
6. maximum setting is recommended to ensure that the required temperature in the freezer compartment is maintained Note that the temperature in the appliance is affected by the following factors the appliance door being opened frequently large quantities of food being placed inside the appliance a high ambient temperature Using Super cool depending on model The Super cool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator to its lowest setting depending on the room temperature Switching on Super cool Super cool is particularly recommended for the faster chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drink Super AR m Press the Super cool button The Super cool indicator light will come on The appliance will then work at full power to lower the temperature 16 Switching off Super cool The Super cool function will switch itself off automatically after approx 6 hours The indicator light will go out and the appliance will run at normal power again To save energy the Super cool function can be switched off once food and drinks are sufficiently chilled m Press the Super cool button The Super cool indicator light will go out The appliance will continue running at normal power Using Super freeze depending on model Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the freezer compartment This helps food to freeze quickly and
7. This is unavoidable and does not have any adverse effect on the performance of the appliance Care must be taken during the transportation and setting up of the appliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged Leaking coolant can damage the eyes In the event of any damage avoid open fires and anything which creates a spark disconnect from the mains air the room in which the appliance is located for several minutes and contact the Service Department for advice gt The more coolant there is in an appliance the larger the room it should be installed in In the event of a leakage if the appliance is in a small 8 room there is the danger of combustible gases building up For every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m of room space is required The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance gt Safe operation of the appliance is only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions gt Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply make sure that the rating on the data plate corresponds to the voltage and frequency of the household supply This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt gt Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi socket unit or an extension lead These do no
8. appliance m Check that all parts at the back of the appliance are unhindered Carefully remove any hindrance m Carefully push the appliance into position m with the back of the refrigerator against the wall Installation Aligning the appliance m To align the appliance adjust the feet using the spanner supplied 37 Installation Appliance dimensions 5 kan i K 12020 S K 12022 S 850 mm 600 mm 610 mm 38 Changing the door hinging The appliance is supplied right hand hinged If left hand door hinging is required follow the instructions below m Close the door m Fit the appliance door onto upper hinge pin and then close the appliance door m Screw hinge bracket into the lower m Unscrew lower hinge bracket and door bearing remove m Use the long slots in the hinge bracket to align the door Make sure you have tightened all screws m Take hinge pin out of hinge properly bracket then refit in the other hole of the hinge bracket Use the spanner supplied to unscrew and refit the hinge pin m Then lift the door down and off m Remove cover and use it to cover the now empty holes on the opposite side m Use the spanner supplied to unscrew upper hinge pin and refit it on the other side m Take care not to lose the washer 39 Changing the door hinging Changing the freezer Changing over the door handle compartment do
9. has been withdrawn or the mains fuse has been withdrawn or the screw out fuse has been removed in countries where this is applicable gt Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used gt This equipment may only be used in mobile installations such as ships caravans aircraft etc if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer gt In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times Any damage caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee Warning and Safety instructions Correct use gt Never handle frozen food with wet hands Your hands may freeze to the frozen food Danger of frost burn gt Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from the freezer The very low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost burn to the lips and tongue gt Do not refreeze thawed or partially thawed food Defrosted food should be used up as quickly as possible as food soon loses its nutritional value and goes off Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it h
10. sure that the winter setting is switched off when the ambient temperature is warmer than 16 C Use Only open the doors when Frequent opening of the doors for necessary and for as short atime long periods will cause a loss of as possible coldness Store food in an organised way If food is not stored in an organised way searching for an item will mean the door is open for longer Allow hot food and drinks to cool Placing hot food in the appliance down before placing them in the will cause the compressor to run appliance for along time as the appliance will have to work harder to lower the temperature Store food covered or packaged The evaporation or condensation of liquids will cause a loss of coldness in the refrigerator Place frozen food in the refrigerator to defrost Do not over fill the appliance to allow air to circulate Defrosting Defrost the freezer compartment A layer of ice hinders the cold 12 when a layer of ice 0 5 cm thick has built up from reaching the frozen food and causes an increase in energy consumption Switching on and off Before using for the first time The stainless steel trim to the interior shelves and the door shelves has a layer of protective foil to prevent damage during transportation m Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with luke warm water and a little washing up liquid and then dry with a soft cloth
11. the appliance m Plug in the appliance again and switch on using the On Off and temperature selector m Place food back in the appliance and close the door 29 Problem solving guide Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work Some minor problems can be corrected without contacting Miele What to do if the appliance does not get cool m Make sure that the temperature dial is not set at O m Check that the plug is correctly inserted into the socket and switched on m Check that the fuse is not defective and that the mains fuse has not tripped If it has contact the Miele Service Department 30 the temperature in the refrigerator is too low m Turn the temperature dial to a lower setting m Check that the freezer compartment door has been closed properly m Has a large amount of fresh food been frozen at the same time This makes the compressor run for longer causing the temperature in the refrigerator section to fall automatically No more than 2 kg of fresh food should be frozen at one time m The Super freeze function on appliances with a freezer compartment is still switched on The Super freeze function switches i
12. Do not use defrosting sprays or de icers as they could contain substances which may damage the plastic parts and which may cause a build up of gases and pose a danger to health 27 Cleaning and care E Cloth m A microfibre E Cloth is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www miele shop com This is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel glass plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals Never use cleaning agents containing abrasive substances such as sand soda acids chlorides or chemical solvents Non abrasive cleaning agents are also unsuitable as they can cause matt areas to appear Make sure that water cannot get into the On Off and temperature control unit the light or the ventilation gaps Do not let water get into the drainage channel and drain hole when cleaning Never use steam cleaning apparatus to defrost or clean the appliance Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed It contains information which is required in the event of a service call 28 Before cleaning m Switch the appliance off by turning the On Off and temperature selector to 0 and withdrawing the plug m Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place m Defrost the freezer compartment depending on model m Take out any removable parts e g
13. as been cooked gt Observe the use by dates given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning Storage times will depend on several factors including the freshness and quality of the food as well as the temperature at which it is stored Follow the instructions given on food manufacturer s packaging on storage conditions required as well as the use by date gt Never store explosive materials in the appliance Thermostats switching on may produce sparks which could present a fire hazard Flammable compounds could explode gt Do not operate any electrical equipment e g an electric ice cream maker inside the appliance Danger of sparking and explosion 10 gt If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof make sure it is tightly closed and stored upright Danger of explosion gt Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer The cans or bottles could explode Danger of injury and damage to the appliance gt When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour otherwise they could burst resulting in injury or damage gt Do not use sharp edged objects to remove frost and ice separate frozen foods or remove ice trays They will damage the evaporator causing irreversible damage to the appliance gt Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals as these will cause the
14. ator or freezer The sides of this appliance are not insulated so installation next to another refrigerator or freezer could cause a build up of condensate Further information is available from your dealer Location It should not be installed where it is exposed to direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a heat producing appliance such as an oven or a radiator The appliance should be installed in a dry well ventilated room The room temperature should not go above or below the climate range for which the appliance is designed The higher the ambient temperature of the room the more energy the appliance requires to operate 36 Climate range The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges ambient temperatures and should not be used outside this range The climate range of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance Climate range Ambient room temperature SN 10 C to 32 C N 16 C to 32 C ST 16 C to 38 C T 16 C to 43 C Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long causing the internal temperature in the appliance to rise with the risk of food deteriorating and going off Ventilation Air at the back of the appliance gets warm To ensure sufficient ventilation the vents must not be covered over They should be dusted on a regular basis Installation m Remove the cable clip from the back of the
15. dren from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives gt Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal e g by puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator bending any pipework scratching the surface coating Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and safety instructions How to save energy Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Installation site In a ventilated room In an enclosed unventilated room Protected from direct sunlight In direct sunlight Not situated near to a heat source radiator oven Situated near to a heat source radiator oven Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx 20 C Where there is a high ambient room temperature Temperature setting with a thermostat which is approximate set in stages With a medium setting of 2 to 3 With a high setting the lower the temperature in the compartment the higher the energy consumption Temperature setting with a thermostat which is exact to the degree digital display Cellar section 8 to 12 C Refrigerator section 4 to 5 C PerfectFresh zone just above 0 C Freezer section 18 C Wine storage section 10 to 12 C On appliances with winter setting please make
16. eans Examples of fruit and vegetables which react strongly to the natural gases given off by other types of fruit and vegetables are Kiwis broccoli cauliflower Brussels sprouts mangos honeydew melons apples apricots cucumbers tomatoes pears nectarines and peaches Example Broccoli should not be stored with apples as apples produce a large amount of natural gas to which broccoli is very sensitive The result is a shorter than expected storage time for the broccoli Using the refrigerator efficiently Unpacked meats and vegetables Unpackaged meat and vegetables should be stored separately To avoid any microbiological cross contamination these foods may only be stored together if they are wrapped Protein rich foods Please note that foods rich in protein deteriorate faster than others Shellfish for example deteriorates faster than fish and fish deteriorates faster than meat Meat Meat should be stored unwrapped Undo wrappings slightly to leave meat loosely covered and leave containers open This permits air to circulate around the meat allowing the surface to dry slightly which helps prevent the growth of bacteria To prevent the risk of bacterial cross contamination do not let meat come into direct contact with other foods 20 Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food m Raise the shelf and pu
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18. el and serial number of your appliance This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes N B A call out charge will be applied for service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in these instructions Guarantee For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele See back cover for contact details In the U K your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of delivery However you must activate your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or registering online at www miele co uk 34 Electrical connection Electrical connection U K All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety BS 7671 in the UK The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an a c single phase 220 240 V 50 Hz supply The voltage and frequency are given on the data plate Please ensure that these match the household mains supply The fuse rating is quoted on the plug Connection should be made via a suitable switched socket which is easily accessible For extra safety it is advisable to protect the appliance with a suitable residual current device RCD Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead
19. electronic thermometer Do not measure the temperature of the air in the appliance The result will not reflect the temperature in the food Try to open the door as little as possible during the measuring period as warm room air will enter the refrigerator every time the door is opened in the freezer compartment depending on model To freeze fresh food and to store frozen food for a long time a temperature of 18 C is required At this temperature the growth of micro organisms is generally halted As soon as the temperature rises above 10 C the micro organisms become active in the food again so that it cannot be kept as long For this reason partially defrosted or defrosted food must not be re frozen Food may be re frozen once it has been cooked as the high temperatures achieved when cooking destroy most micro organisms The correct temperature Setting the temperature The temperature is set using the temperature dial m Using a coin turn the On Off dial in a clockwise direction away from the 0 position The higher the setting the lower the temperature in the appliance Forcing the dial beyond its range will damage it Turn it only as far as it will go then turn it back again In normal use a midway setting is generally sufficient You should also check the temperature inside the appliance from time to time However if frozen food is to be stored in the freezer compartment then the
20. freezing make sure that food already frozen does not come into contact with fresh food being frozen as this could cause the frozen food to begin to defrost 24 Defrosting Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways ina microwave oven in an oven using the Fan or Defrost setting atroom temperature in the refrigerator the cold given off by the frozen food helps to keep other food cold inasteam oven Poultry It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when defrosting poultry Do not use the liquid from defrosted poultry Pour it away and wash the container it was in the sink and your hands Danger of salmonella poisoning Fruit should be defrosted at room temperature in its packaging or ina covered bowl Most vegetables can be cooked while still frozen Just put straight into boiling water or hot fat The cooking time is slightly less than that of fresh vegetables due to changes in the cell structure Never re freeze partially or fully defrosted food Consume defrosted food as soon as possible as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if left for too long Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked Freezing and storing food depending on model Ice cubes m Fill the ice tray three quarters full with water and place it on the bottom of the freezer compartment m Once frozen use a blunt instrument for example a spoon hand
21. ing stored for disposal Take care not to damage the pipework at the back of it before or during transportation to an authorised collection depot In this way refrigerant in the pipework and oil in the compressor will be contained and will not leak out into the environment Warning and Safety instructions This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safety requirements Improper use can however present a risk of both personal injury and material damage To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance please read these instructions carefully before installation and before using it for the first time They contain important notes on the installation safety operation and care of the appliance Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user Correct application gt This appliance is not designed for commercial use It is intended for use in domestic households and in similar working and residential environments such as Shops Offices and showrooms Hostels and guest houses It must only be used as a domestic appliance to cool and store foodstuffs as well as to store deep frozen food freeze fresh food and to prepare ice Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the appliance gt This appliance is not in
22. lace hot foods or drinks in the freezer compartment This causes already frozen food to thaw and increases the energy consumption considerably Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the freezer compartment Packing m Freeze food in portions Suitable packing material plastic freezer film freezer bags freezer containers aluminium foil Unsuitable packing material wrapping paper grease proof paper cellophane dustbin liners plastic carrier bags Expel as much air as possible from bags etc before sealing them to prevent freezer burn on food Close the packaging tightly with rubber bands plastic clips string or bag ties freezer tape Freezer bags may also be sealed using home heat sealing kits 23 Freezing and storing food depending on model m Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging Before placing food in the freezer compartment m The Super freeze function should also be switched on before placing the food in the freezer compartment see Using Super freeze This helps food that is already in the freezer compartment to stay frozen Placing food in the freezer compartment m Place the food flat on the bottom of the freezer compartment so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as possible m Make sure that the packaging and containers are dry to prevent them sticking together when frozen When
23. le to remove the ice tray from the freezer m Ice cubes can be removed easily from the tray by twisting the tray gently or by holding it under cold running water for a short while Cooling drinks When cooling drinks quickly make sure bottles are not left in the freezer compartment for more than one hour as they could burst 25 Defrosting Refrigerator section The refrigerator defrosts automatically Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section whilst it is in use You do not need to remove this as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the refrigerator The condensate is drained away via a channel and drain hole into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance Ensure that the condensate channel and drain hole are kept clean and are never blocked so that condensate can flow away without hindrance 26 Freezer compartment depending on model The freezer compartment does not defrost automatically because frozen food must not be allowed to defrost In normal use ice and frost will form on the evaporator If allowed to accumulate this will impair the efficiency of the freezer and increase the consumption of electricity Do not scrape ice and frost off the evaporator as this can damage it and render the appliance unusable The freezer compartment should be defrosted from time to time It must be defrosted if a layer of ice a
24. ll it forwards slightly until the notch at the side is in line with the shelf support It can then be raised or lowered to the required level The raised edge at the back must face upwards to prevent food from touching the back of the appliance and freezing to it Stoppers prevent the shelves from being dislodged by mistake Split shelf In order to accommodate tall items in the appliance one of the shelves is divided The front section can be pushed under the rear section m Push the rear half of the glass shelf up slightly from below m At the same time pull the front half of the glass shelf forwards slightly and then push it carefully under the rear half To move the split shelf m Take both halves of the split glass shelf out m fitthe two brackets onto the supports on either side at the required height m and push the glass shelves in one after the other The shelf with the raised edge must be at the back Adjusting the door shelf bottle shelf m Push the door bottle shelf upwards then remove it by pulling it forwards m Replace the door bottle shelf at the required position Ensure that it is securely pushed back into position 21 Freezing and storing food depending on model Using the freezer compartment Use the freezer compartment to store frozen food make ice cubes freeze small quantities of fresh food Up to 2 kg of food can be frozen in 24 hours Freezing f
25. m Carefully remove the protective foil from the stainless steel trim Important To ensure the correct functioning of the appliance let it stand for between 1 and 2 hours after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains Switching on m Using a coin turn the On Off dial in a clockwise direction away from the 0 position The in operation indicator light comes on The higher the setting the lower the temperature in the appliance Forcing the dial beyond its range will damage it Turn it only as far as it will go then turn it back again The interior lighting will come on when the door is open and the appliance will begin to cool down To enable the temperature to get sufficiently cold inside the appliance allow the appliance to run for a few hours before placing food in it Switching off m Using a coin turn the On Off dial in an anti clockwise direction back to the 0 position The in operation indicator light will go out The cooling and the interior lighting are switched off Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time e g whilst on holiday m switch the appliance off m switch off at the wall socket and withdraw the plug m defrost the freezer compartment depending on model m clean the appliance out and m leave the door ajar to air the appliance If during a long absence the applia
26. nce is switched off but not cleaned out and the door is left shut there is a danger of mould and odours building up inside the appliance The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance Micro organisms will cause food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly Temperature influences the growth rate of these micro organisms Reducing the temperature reduces their growth rate The temperature in the appliance will rise the more often the door is opened and the longer it is kept open the more food that is stored in it the warmer the food is which is being put into it the higher the ambient temperature surrounding the appliance The appliance is designed for use in specific ambient temperatures climate ranges Do not use in ambient temperatures for which it is not designed in the refrigerator section We recommend a temperature of 5 C in the middle of the refrigerator If you wish to check the temperature in the refrigerator m place a thermometer in a glass of water and then place the glass in the middle of the refrigerator section After about 24 hours the thermometer will show the approximate temperature in the refrigerator 14 Please note the following household thermometers and those used for measuring the temperature of bathwater are not very accurate It is best to use an
27. or m Carefully remove cover and stoppers from the sides using a m Lower the cover on hinge plate flatheaded screwdriver m Unscrew hinge plate and remove m Push the cover over to the left and freezer compartment door then insert a suitable plastic or together with the hinge plate wooden tool into the gap on the right hand side m Carefully lever cover out m Unscrew door catch Be careful not to let the tool slip causing damage to the appliance m Turn door catch by 180 and screw into place on the opposite side m Fit freezer compartment door in m Loosen screws on the handle side position at the top then tighten and in the middle and remove hinge plate securely handle m Close the cover on hinge plate Plug the holes with stoppers supplied 40 Changing the door hinging m Turn the handle 180 and fit to the opposite side m First screw it at the side and then in the middle m In the same way replace cover and stoppers on the opposite side m Refit middle cover 41 42 43 United Kingdom Miele Co Ltd Fairacres Marcham Road Abingdon Oxon OX14 1TW Tel 0845 365 0555 Fax 0845 365 0777 Customer Contact Centre Tel 0845 365 6600 E mail info miele co uk Internet www miele co uk Australia Miele Australia Pty Ltd ABN 96 005 635 398 1 Gilbert Park Drive Knoxfield VIC 3180 T
28. or is switching on Blubb blubb A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes Click Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the motor on and off Sssrrrrr On multi zone and frost free appliances you can sometimes just hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance Creak Creaking sounds can be heard when material inside the appliance expands Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the system is unavoidable Noises that you can What causes them and what can you do about easily rectify them Rattling vibrating The appliance is uneven Realign the appliance using a spirit level by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of furniture Move it away Drawers baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking Check all removable items and refit them correctly Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against each other Separate them The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of the appliance Remove the clips 33 After Sales Guarantee In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself or if the appliance is under guarantee please contact your Miele Dealer or Miele see back cover for contact details When contacting your Dealer or Miele please quote the mod
29. pprox 0 5 cm thick has accumulated It is best to defrost when only very little food or no food at all is left in the freezer compartment Before defrosting m Remove the frozen food from the freezer compartment and place it in another freezer or cool box or wrap it in several layers of newspaper or cloths m andstore it in a cool place until the freezer compartment is ready for use again Defrosting To defrost After defrosting m Clean the appliance and then dry it thoroughly Do not let water get into the condensate channel and drain hole Carry out the defrosting procedure as quickly as possible if food has not been placed in another freezer The longer the food is left out at room temperature the faster it m Insert the plug in the appliance and defrosts switch the appliance back on m Place the frozen food into the freezer m Switch the appliance off at the wall compartment again socket and remove the plug m Open the freezer compartment door m Use a sponge or towel to soak up the defrosted water To speed up defrosting a bowl with hot water not boiling can be placed in the freezer compartment Closing the door in this instance will help retain warmth and speed up the defrosting process We do not recommend the use of hot air blowers such as hairdryers for defrosting your freezer Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost it These can damage the plastic parts
30. resh food Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible This way the nutritional value of the food its vitamin content appearance and taste are not impaired Food which takes a long time to freeze will lose more water from its cells which then shrink During the defrosting process only some of this water is reabsorbed by the cells the rest collects around the food In practice this means that the food loses a large degree of its moisture You can tell if this has happened by the amount of liquid around the food If food is frozen quickly the cells have less time to lose moisture so they shrink less As there is not so much moisture loss it is easier for the food to reabsorb it during the defrosting process and very little water collects around the defrosted food 22 Storing frozen food When buying frozen food to store in your freezer compartment check that the packaging is not damaged the use by date the temperature at which the frozen food is being stored in the shop The length of time it can be kept is reduced if it has been stored at a temperature warmer than 18 C m Buy frozen food once you have finished the rest of your shopping and wrap it in newspaper or use a cool bag or cool box to transport it m Store it in the freezer compartment as soon as possible Never re freeze partially or fully defrosted food Consume defrosted food as soon as possible as it will lose its n
31. retain its nutrients vitamins flavours and appearance Exceptions when placing food in the freezer compartment that is already frozen Switching on Super freeze When freezing small quantities of food in the freezer compartment the Super freeze function should be switched on 6 hours beforehand When freezing the maximum load of food the Super freeze function should be switched on 24 hours beforehand Super AN m Press the Super freeze button The Super freeze indicator light will come on The appliance works at full power to lower the temperature in the appliance Switching off Super freeze The Super freeze function will switch off automatically after approx 65 hours The indicator light will go out and the appliance will run at normal power again To save energy the Super freeze function can be switched off once a constant temperature of 18 C or colder has been reached in the freezer compartment You should check the temperature inside the appliance from time to time m Press the Super freeze button The Super freeze indicator light will go out The appliance will continue running at normal power Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones Due to the natural circulation of the air in the appliance there are different temperature zones in the refrigerator Cold heavy air sinks to the lowest section of the appliance Make use of the different zones when placing food
32. rost and then clean the freezer compartment Too thick a layer of ice reduces efficiency and increases energy consumption the interior lighting in the refrigerator section is not working m Vas the refrigerator section door left open for too long The lighting switches itself off automatically after approx 15 minutes If this is not the case then the lamp is defective m Disconnect the appliance from the mains Switch off at the wall and withdraw the plug from the socket or disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw out fuse in countries where this is applicable m Release the lamp cover at the front 1 and then unclip it at the back 2 31 Problem solving guide m Remove the lamp Lamp specification 220 240 V E 14 fitting See the old lamp for the Wattage required m Replace the cover by clipping it in at the rear and then pressing it in at the sides the floor of the refrigerator is wet The drain hole is blocked m Clean the condensate channel and drain hole If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions please contact the Miele Service Department To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the appliance to be serviced 32 Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr Humming noise made by the motor compressor This noise can get louder for brief periods when the mot
33. seals to deteriorate and become porous with time gt Do not block the ventilation gaps in the appliance as this would impair the efficiency of the appliance increase the electricity consumption and could cause damage to the appliance Warning and Safety instructions gt The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges ambient temperatures and should not be used outside this range The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature e g a garage can lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature gt Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost it These can damage the plastic parts gt Do not use defrosting sprays or de icers as they might contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could cause a build up of gases and pose a danger to health gt Do not store cooking oil in the refrigerator door Traces of oil can cause stress cracks to occur in the plastic components in the door gt Never use a steam cleaning appliance to defrost or clean this appliance Pressurised steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit Disposal of your old appliance gt Before disposing of an old appliance first make the door latch or lock unusable This way you will prevent chil
34. shelves for cleaning Cleaning the outer casing the interior and accessories m Clean the refrigerator section at least once a month and the freezer compartment depending on model each time it is defrosted m Accessories and shelves should all be hand washed only m Clean the condensate channel and drain hole frequently so that condensate can drain away unhindered Use a straw or similar to clear the drain if necessary m After cleaning wipe the outer casing interior and accessories with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth Leave the doors open to air the appliance for a short while Ventilation gaps m The ventilation gaps should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner A build up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance Cleaning and care Metal grille at the back of the appliance The metal grille at the back of the appliance heat exchanger should be dusted at least once a year A build up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance m When cleaning the grille make sure that the pipework and other components do not get broken or damaged in any way Door seal Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time The door seal should be cleaned regularly with clean water and then wiped dry with a soft cloth After cleaning m Replace all shelves and accessories in
35. t guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating Warning and Safety instructions gt The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with current local and national safety regulations It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and tested regularly and where there is any doubt the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system e g electric shock gt Installation maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work gt While the appliance is under guarantee repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated gt The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during installation maintenance and repair work The appliance is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when ithas been switched off at the socket and the plug has been withdrawn or the fuse from the fused spur connection unit
36. tended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it by a person responsible for their safety Safety with children gt This appliance is not a toy To avoid the risk or injury do not allow children to play with it or near it or to play with the controls Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely recognising the dangers of misuse gt Keep children away from the appliance at all times and supervise them whilst you are using it Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety gt Before setting up the appliance check it for any externally visible damage Do not install and use a damaged appliance gt If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer to protect the user from danger gt This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane R600a a natural gas which is environmentally friendly Although it is flammable it does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the greenhouse effect The use of this coolant has however led to a slight increase in the noise level of the appliance In addition to the noise of the compressor you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the system
37. the refrigerator efficiently When shopping for food The freshness of food when first placed in the appliance is an important factor in determining how long it stays fresh Time out of the refrigerator e g during transportation should be kept to a minimum For example do not allow food to stay in a hot car for too long Once food has started to deteriorate this process cannot be reversed As little as two hours outside the refrigerator can cause food to start deteriorating Storing food correctly Store food covered or packaged This will prevent food smells from affecting other foods food from drying out and also any cross contamination of bacteria The growth of bacteria such as salmonella can be avoided by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene Fruit and vegetables Fruit and vegetables may be stored loose in the vegetable containers However you should bear in mind that aromas and flavours can transfer from one type of food to another e g carrots absorb the smell and flavour of onions very easily Some food also gives off a natural gas ethylene which speeds up the rate at which other food perishes Some fruit and vegetables react strongly to this gas and should not be stored together Examples of fruit and vegetables which produce a large amount of this natural gas are Apples apricots pears nectarines peaches plums avocado figs blueberries melons and b
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39. tself off automatically after approx 65 hours part of the interior side wall feels warm This is not a fault The appliance has an automatic temperature regulation system which maintains the optimum temperature inside both the refrigerator zone and the freezer zone Problem solving guide the appliance is switching in too frequently and for too long m Check whether the ventilation gaps have been covered over or become dusty m The refrigerator and freezer compartment doors have been opened too frequently or a large amount of fresh food has been put in at the same time for freezing m Check that the door has been closed properly m Check to see whether a thick layer of ice has built up in the freezer compartment If it has then the freezer compartment will need defrosting the frozen food is thawing because the freezer compartment is too warm m ls the room temperature lower than the ambient temperature for which the appliance is designed If so raise the temperature of the room Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long causing the freezer compartment to become too warm food has frozen together Use a blunt instrument e g a spoon handle or plastic scraper to prise it apart carefully sia there is a thick layer of ice in the freezer compartment m Check whether the freezer compartment door closes properly m Def
40. utritional value and spoil if left for too long Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked Freezing and storing food depending on model Home freezing Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition Hints on home freezing The following types of food are suitable for freezing Fresh meat poultry game fish vegetables herbs fresh fruit dairy products pastry leftovers egg yolks egg whites and a range of pre cooked meals The following types of food are not suitable for freezing Grapes lettuce radishes sour cream mayonnaise eggs in their shells onions whole raw apples and pears To retain colour taste and vitamin C vegetables should be blanched after they have been trimmed and washed To blanch bring a large saucepan of water to the boil and immerse the vegetables in the fast boiling water for 2 3 minutes depending on variety Remove and plunge into ice cold water to cool quickly Drain and pack ready for freezing Lean meat freezes better than fatty meat and can be stored for considerably longer To prevent chops steaks cutlets or rolled meat from freezing together in solid blocks when packed separate with a sheet of plastic freezer film Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before freezing Only season cooked food lightly before freezing but care should be taken as the taste of some spices alters when frozen Do not p
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