Miele KWL 4612 S manual

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    Operating and installation instructions Wine cellar KWL 4612 S KWL 4812 S T o avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these operating instructions before it is installed or used for the first time. G M.-Nr . 06 457 910[...]

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    Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Caring for the en vironment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 W arning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 How to sa ve e[...]

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    Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Climate range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    a Safety lock indicator light b T emperature display c Controls for setting the temperatur e upper button: warmer lower button: colder d On/Off button e Locking button f Alarm off button Description of the appliance 4[...]

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    a Interior lighting b Wooden shelf with décor strip for descriptive labels c Lock d Condensate channel and drain hole e Active charcoal filter f Grille Description of the appliance 5[...]

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    Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are envir onmentally 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 suf focation! Rather than just th[...]

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    This appliance complies with all relevant legal safety r equirements. Improper use of the appliance can, however , present a risk of both personal injury and material damage. T o avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, read the operating instructions carefully before installation and befor e using for the first time. They contain i[...]

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    The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between the appliance and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requir ement is present and tested regularly and wher e there is any doubt, the household wiring syst[...]

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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 perio[...]

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    normal energy consumption increased energy consumption Installation In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from dir ect sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not situated near to a heat source (radiator , oven). Situated near to a heat source (radiator , oven). Where the ambient room temperature is ideal at approx. 20°C. Where [...]

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    Before using f or the first time ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with warm water and a little washing up liquid and then dry with a soft cloth. Important: T o ensure corr ect functioning of the appliance, let it stand for between ½ and 1 hour after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains. Swi[...]

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    Wine keeps on maturing depending on the surrounding conditions. The length of time for which wine can be kept in good condition will depend on the temperature as well as on the air humidity . T emperature Wine can be stored at a temperatur e between 5°C and 18°C. The optimum temperature is ar ound 10-12°C. Most white wines can be consumed at thi[...]

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    T emperature range The temperature can be adjusted fr om 5°C to 22°C. T emperature displa y During normal operation, the temperature display on the contr ol panel shows the temperature inside the appliance. If the temperature in the appliance is not within the range that the appliance is able to display (i.e. 2-30°C), only bars will light up in [...]

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    Air filtering with the active char coal filter and dynamic cooling The active charcoal filter and the dynamic cooling system work together to ensure a good air flow is maintained throughout the cabinet and thus achieve optimum air quality . The dynamic cooling system draws fresh air with a humidity level of 60-70% from outside the appliance, in thr[...]

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    W ooden shelves Any vibration or movement of the bottle can affect the wine by interrupting the natural respiration pr ocess and so impair the taste. As far as possible, store bottles of the same type of wine beside each other on the same shelf. Removing a bottle of one type will then leave the other types undisturbed and will avoid the need to mov[...]

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    Y our appliance is fitted with a war ning system which ensures that the temperature cannot rise or fall unnoticed and impair the wine. T emperature alarm The alarm will sound if the temperature in the appliance rises approx. 4°C above or falls approx. 4°C below the set temperature. The temperatur e display will flash at the same time. The alarm w[...]

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    Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the appliance whilst it is in use. These are automatically removed and defr osted by the appliance. 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 never blocked so that con[...]

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    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 appear . Make sure that water cannot get into the electronic unit or into the lighting. Do not let water get into the drainage channel and drain hole wh[...]

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    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. Metal grille at the back of the appliance The metal grille at the back of the appliance (heat exchanger) should be dusted a[...]

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    Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with 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 curr ent is not supplied to the appliance until afte[...]

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    . . . the interior light is not working. ^ W as the door left open for too long? The light switches itself off automatically after approx. 15 minutes. If this is not the case, then the lamp is defective. ^ 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 th[...]

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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 ar e made when the thermostat switches the motor on and off. Sssrr[...]

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    In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact: – Y our Miele Dealer or – The Miele Service Department (see back cover for address). When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on th[...]

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    Electrical connection U .K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. 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 connected load are given on t[...]

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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. Location The appliance should be installed in a dry , well-ventilated r oom. The room temperatur e should not go above or below the climate range for which the appliance is d[...]

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    The appliance is supplied right hand hinged. If left hand door hinging is requir ed, follow the instructions below . Removing the door handle: First the side section of the handle must be removed: ^ Pull door handle a towards you. Side section b slides back, creating a gap d between side section b and mounting plate c . ^ Place a suitable object (e[...]

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    ^ Rotate the door 180°. ^ Remove cover f and use it to cover the now empty holes on the opposite side. ^ Hang the door on the upper hinge pin and close the door . ^ Fit the hinge bracket in the lower door bearing. Then screw it secur ely to the appliance plinth. Use the long slots in the hinge bracket to align the door . Refitting the handle: Plea[...]

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    It is important to check that the side section of the handle d does not come into contact with the door seal when opening the door , as this would damage the door seal permanently . If, after you have refitted the handle, you find that the side section does touch the door seal when the door is opened: Realign mounting plate c with grub screws a unt[...]

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    Alteration rights reserved / 4104 KWL 4612 S, KWL 4812 S M.-Nr . 06 457 910 / 00 e n-G B[...]