Miele FN 12420 S manual

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    Operating and installation instructions Frost-free freezer FN 12220 S FN 12420 S FN 12620 S 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. 07 297 850 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 energy ...............................................1 1 Switching on and off ..............................................1[...]

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    Problem solving guide ............................................2 6 Noises .........................................................2 8 After Sales / Guarantee ............................................2 9 Electrical connection ..............................................3 0 Installation ......................................................3[...]

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    a On/Off button b Temperature selector button c Temperature display a Frost free system b Freezer tray c Freezer drawers d Super freeze button and indicator light e Alarm off button and indicator light 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 can normally 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! Rather than just thro[...]

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    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 importa[...]

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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. A damaged appliance is dangerous. ~ 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 t[...]

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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. Danger of frost burn. ~ 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. ~[...]

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    ~ 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 per[...]

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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 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 t[...]

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    Before using for the first time ^ 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. Important: To ensure the correct functioning of the appliance, let it stand for between 1½ and 2 hours after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the ma[...]

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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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    Temperature display The temperature display on the control panel always shows the required temperature. The temperature can be adjusted from: -15 °C to -32 °C The temperature display will flash if – the temperature in the appliance is not within the possible temperature range, – a different temperature is being set, – the temperature in the[...]

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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 temperature display and the alarm indicator light will flash if the temperature becomes too warm. The temperature the appliance is set at determines the temperature the appliance recognises as be[...]

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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 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". The maximum freezing capacity gi[...]

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    Example If you only require 2 freezer drawers for storing frozen food: ^ Place food in the top 2 freezer drawers, leaving the other drawers empty. ^ Take out the third drawer down and push the isolation plate in under the second drawer. This "switches off" (isolates) the drawers below. Storing frozen food When buying frozen food to store [...]

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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 for some time before placing the food in the freezer (see "Super freeze"). This helps food that is already in the freezer to stay frozen. Placing food in the freezer Fresh food can be placed in any drawer for freezing, howe[...]

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    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. Ice cubes ^ Fill the ice tray three quarters full with water and place it on the bottom of one of the freezer drawers. ^ On[...]

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    Cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut. Place the cool pack in the upper drawer directly on top of food, or in the freezer tray to save space. The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx. 24 hours. If there is a power cut, place the c[...]

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    This freezer is equipped with a Frost free system. The freezer defrosts automatically. The moisture generated by defrosting collects in the condensor and is automatically dissipated by the condensor from time to time. This automatic defrosting system enables the freezer to remain permanently ice-free, however, the food stored in the freezer will no[...]

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    A range of Miele cleaning and conditioning agents is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com. Never use cleaning agents containing abrasive substances such as sand, soda, acids or chemical solvents. "Non-abrasive" cleaning agents are also unsuitable as they can cause matt areas to appea[...]

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    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. When cleaning the grille, make sure that the pipework and other components do not get broken or damaged in any way. After cleaning ^[...]

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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. Some minor problems can be corrected without[...]

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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 Chartered Agent or – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer/Chartered Agent or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This i[...]

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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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    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 appliance must not be installed directly next to another refrigerator or freezer. It does not have side-wall heating, so installation next to another refrigerator or fre[...]

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    Aligning the appliance ^ To align the appliance adjust the feet using the spanner supplied. Installation 32[...]

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    Appliance dimensions ABC FN 12220 S 1250 mm 600 mm 630 mm FN 12420 S 1447 mm 600 mm 630 mm FN 12620 S 1644 mm 600 mm 630 mm Installation 33[...]

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    The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. To change the door hinging you will need the following tools : – a cross-slotted screwdriver, – a flat-bladed screwdriver, – a selection of Torx screwdrivers, – a spanner. Two people are needed for changing the door hinging. Re[...]

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    Changing over the door: ^ Open the appliance door. ^ Remove cover a by pulling it forwards. ^ With the help of a second person, carefully tilt the appliance backwards and pull hinge pin b out. ^ Do not lose hinge bush c . Warning. The appliance door is no longer secure. ^ Open the door, and pull it downwards and off. ^ Loosen screws d and take hing[...]

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    ^ Unscrew upper hinge pin a using the spanner supplied and refit on the opposite side. ^ Using a screwdriver remove covers b . ^ Refit covers b from the back on the opposite side, and then click them into place at the front ^ Remove cap c from door bearing bush in the door and refit on the opposite side. ^ Hang the door on hinge pin a and then clos[...]

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    Refitting the handle: Please make sure you follow the instructions below carefully when you refit the handle. The door seal will be damaged if the handle is fitted incorrectly. ^ Loosely attach the handle to the opposite side of the door with the two front screws b . Mounting plate c must be positioned on the side of the door so that when the door [...]

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    a Top box b Appliance c Housing unit d Wall The appliance can be installed in a kitchen run. To match the height of the rest of the kitchen, the appliance can be fitted with a suitable top box a . A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm depth must be allowed for behind the appliance across the entire width of the top box for air to circulate. The cross[...]

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    Alteration rights reserved / 1508 FN 12220 S, FN 12420 S, FN 12620 S M.-Nr. 07 297 850 / 01[...]