Miele F 9212 i manual

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    Operating and installation instructions Freezer F 9212 i To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 09 275 610 e n-G B[...]

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    Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 How to save en[...]

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    Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Location .........................................................2 9 Climate range ..................................................2 9 Ventilation .......................................................2 9 Before installati[...]

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    a Alarm off button and indicator light b Temperature display a Freezer drawers c Super freeze button and indicator light d On/Off and temperature selector dial Guide to the appliance 4[...]

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    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 applia[...]

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    This appliance complies with all relevant legal 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 t[...]

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    Technical safety ~ Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. ~ 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. ~ This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a na[...]

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    ~ 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[...]

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    Correct use ~ Never handle frozen food with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food. ~ 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. ~ Do not refreeze thawe[...]

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    ~ Do not block the ventilation gaps in the plinth or the top of the appliance housing unit as this would impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and could cause damage to the appliance. ~ The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this r[...]

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    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 near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20°C. Where there is a high amb[...]

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    Before using for the first time Cleaning ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid, and then dry with a soft cloth. Switching on ^ Using a coin, turn the On/Off dial in a clockwise direction away from the "0" position until the temperature display lights up. Forcing it beyon[...]

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    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. To freeze fresh food and to store frozen fo[...]

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    Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the freezer cannot rise unnoticed. An alarm will sound and the alarm indicator light will flash if the temperature becomes too warm. The alarm indicator light flashes. The temperature the appliance is set at determines the temperature the appliance recognises[...]

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    Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the freezer. This helps food to freeze quickly and retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours and appearance. Super freeze is not necessary: – when putting in food that is already frozen. – when freezing up to 2 kg fresh food daily. Switching on Super freeze When freezing small qu[...]

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    Maximum freezing capacity To ensure that fresh food placed in the freezer section freezes through to the core as quickly as possible, the maximum freezing capacity must not be exceeded. The maximum freezing capacity for freezing within a 24-hour period is given on the data plate "Freezing capacity ....kg/24 hrs". Storing frozen food When [...]

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    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 suitab[...]

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    Before placing food in the freezer ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of fresh food, switch on the Super freeze function some time before placing the food in the freezer (see "Super freeze"). This helps food that is already in the freezer compartment to stay frozen. Placing food in the freezer The following maximum capacities must be observed[...]

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    Defrosting Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways: – in a microwave oven, – in an oven using the "Fan" or "Defrost" setting, – at room temperature, – in the refrigerator (the cold given off by the frozen food helps to keep other food cold), – in a steam oven. Poultry It is particularly important to observe food[...]

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    In normal use, ice and frost will form in the freezer section, e.g. on the internal walls. How much ice and frost accumulates in the appliance will depend on the following factors: – The appliance door has been opened frequently or left open for a while. – A large quantity of fresh food has been placed in the freezer at once. – There has been[...]

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    To defrost 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 defrosts. Do not use a steam-cleaning appliance to aid the defrosting process. Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit. Never place electric[...]

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    Make sure that water cannot get into the temperature selector. 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. To avoi[...]

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    Ventilation gaps ^ 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. 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 seals should be cleaned regu[...]

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    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. Ensure that current is not supplied to the a[...]

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    . . . the alarm sounds and the alarm indicator light flashes. The temperature in the freezer is too warm, because ^ a large amount of food has been frozen at once without switching on the Super freeze function. The alarm will stop and the indicator light will go out when the temperature has reached the correct level again. ^ the compressor is fault[...]

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    Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr... Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor 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. Sssrrrr[...]

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    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 model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your applianc[...]

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    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 regulations (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. Please ensur[...]

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    This appliance must be built in, otherwise it could tip up. Location 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. It should n[...]

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    The air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis. Before installation ^ Before installation remove the cover strip, sealing strip and other accessories from inside the appliance and from the external rear wall of the appliance. ^ On no account should the spacers be removed from the back of[...]

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    Niche height [mm] A F 9212 i 874 - 890 Building-in dimensions 31 ³ 200 cm 2 A £ 2100 ³ 200 cm 2 ³ 38 560-568 ³ 550 [mm][...]

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    Before building the appliance in, you will need to decide on which side the door is to be hinged. If left hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. To change the door hinging, you will need various sizes of Torx screwdrivers and a slotted screwdriver. Appliance door ^ Open the appliance door. ^ Pull off covers a and b . ^ Unscre[...]

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    All building-in instructions given are for a right hand hinged appliance. If you have converted the appliance to left hand hinging you will need to adapt these instructions accordingly. Building into a peninsular run When built into a peninsular run, the rear of the building in niche must be fitted with a kitchen furniture panel. Aligning the housi[...]

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    Building in the appliance ^ Remove cover a . ^ Secure bracket b with screws c (4.8 x 16 mm). ^ Push the appliance into the building-in niche, leaving a gap of approx. 4 mm. Take care not to trap the mains cable. ^ Push in the appliance until the front edges of bracket b and hinge plates d and e are flush with the front edge of the housing. ^ Align [...]

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    Securing the appliance and fitting the furniture door ^ Push the appliance against the housing wall on the side on which the door opens so that the sealing strip is pressed into the housing wall h . ^ Secure the appliance at the top with screw i (4 x 19 mm) into bracket b , pushing the appliance against the furniture wall as you do so, then secure [...]

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    Alteration rights reserved / 4911 F 9212 i M.-Nr. 09 275 610 / 00[...]