Miele K 12012 S manual

Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator K 12010 S-2, K 12012 S-2 K 12020 S-1, K 12022 S-1 K 12023 S-2, K 12024 S-2 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. 09 290 810 e n-G B[...]

Guide to the appliance .............................................4 Caring for the environment ..........................................7 Warning and Safety instructions .....................................8 How to save energy ...............................................1 3 Switching on and off ..............................................1[...]

Defrosting .......................................................2 7 Refrigerator section ................................................2 7 Freezer compartment ..............................................2 7 Cleaning and care ................................................2 9 Cleaning the interior and accessories .............................[...]

a On/Off and temperature selector b Winter setting switch (only on models with a freezer compartment) c Light contact switch Guide to the appliance 4[...]

K 12010 S-2, K 12012 S-2 a Freezer compartment* b Adjustable shelves (number will depend on model) c Condensate channel and drain hole d Fruit and vegetable containers e Butter and cheese compartment f Door shelf/Egg tray g On/Off and temperature selector, interior lighting and winter setting switch* h Bottle shelf * Depending on model Guide to the[...]

K 12020 S-1, K 12022 S-1, K 12023 S-2, K 12024 S-2 a Freezer compartment* b Adjustable shelves (number will depend on model) c Condensate channel and drain hole d Fruit and vegetable containers e Butter and cheese compartment f Door shelf/Egg tray g On/Off and temperature selector, interior lighting and winter setting switch* h Half width shelf* i [...]

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[...]

This appliance complies with all relevant 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 install[...]

Technical safety ~ Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. It could be 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 the coolant [...]

~ The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when it is correctly earthed. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is observed and regularly tested 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 o[...]

Correct use ~ 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 fo[...]

~ If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof in the refrigerator, make sure the bottle is tightly closed and stored upright. Danger of explosion. ~ If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the refrigerator or refrigerator door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks. [...]

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[...]

Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Use Drawers, shelves and racks arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered. Only open the doors when necessary and for as short a time as possible. Store food in an organised way. Opening doors frequently and for long periods results in loss of coolness and influx of warmer ambient a[...]

Before using for the first time Protective foil The stainless steel trim to the interior shelves and the door shelves has a layer of protective foil to prevent damage during transportation. ^ Carefully remove the protective foil from the stainless steel trim. Cleaning ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with lukewarm water and a[...]

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:[...]

Temperature selection The temperature is set with the temperature selector. ^ Turn the temperature selector to a setting between 1 and 7. The higher the setting, the lower the temperature in the appliance. A middle range setting is usually sufficient. However, if frozen food is to be stored in the freezer compartment then a setting of between 4 and[...]

With very low ambient temperatures at or below 18 °C the freezer compartment may not be able to maintain its temperature which could result in frozen food beginning to thaw. The winter setting is designed to prevent this happening. To activate the winter setting ^ Press the switch for the winter setting to "1". The compressor will switch[...]

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 in the appliance. Warmest area The warmest areas in the refrigerator are in the top section tow[...]

– Aubergines/egg plant, cucumber, potatoes, peppers/capiscum, tomatoes, courgettes/zucchini – Some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan 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. Always observe the use-by date and recommended storage temperature. Time out[...]

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 [...]

Moving the shelves The shelves in the refrigerator section can be adjusted according to the height of the food. ^ Raise the shelf, and pull 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 t[...]

Using the freezer compartment Use the freezer compartment to: – store frozen food, – make ice cubes and ice cream, – freeze small quantities of fresh food. Up to 2 kg of food can be frozen in 24 hours. Freezing fresh food Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible. This way the nutritional value of the food, its vitamin content, appea[...]

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[...]

^ Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging. Approx. 24 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer compartment ^ Turn the On/Off and temperature selector to a medium to high (cold) setting (about 6). ^ Activate the winter setting function (see "Using the Winter setting"). This helps food that is already in [...]

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 the freezer compartment. ^ Once [...]

Refrigerator section The refrigerator section 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 compressor. The condensate is drained away via a channel and drain h[...]

To defrost Carry out the defrosting procedure as quickly as possible. 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 heaters or candles etc. inside the appliance t[...]

Make sure that water cannot get into the On/Off and temperature selector dial, the light or the ventilation gaps. Do not let water get into the condensate channel and drain hole when cleaning. Do not use steam cleaning apparatus to defrost or clean the appliance. Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit. The data plate loca[...]

The temperature of the dishwasher programme must not exceed 55 °C. Contact with some foodstuffs, such as carrots, tomatoes or ketchup can cause plastic items to discolour. However, this discolouration will not affect the stability of plastic items. ^ Clean the interior shelves and drawers by hand. These are not suitable for cleaning in a dishwashe[...]

Metal grille (heat exchanger) and compressor at the back of the appliance The metal grille (heat exchanger) and compressor at the back of the appliance should be dusted at least once a year. A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance. When cleaning, make sure that the pipework and other components do not get broken or [...]

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[...]

. . . the frozen food is thawing because the freezer compartment is too warm. ^ Is the room temperature lower than the ambient temperature for which the appliance is designed? If so, increase 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 t[...]

. . . the interior lighting in the refrigerator is not working. ^ First check whether the light contact switch is sticking or the On/Off and temperature selector is at "0". If this is not the case, then the lamp is defective. Replace the lamp as quickly as possible. Otherwise the winter setting cannot function if activated. ^ Disconnect t[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Ventilation Air at the back of the appliance gets warm. To ensure sufficient ventilation, the ventilation gaps must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis. Installation ^ Remove the cable clip from the back of the appliance. ^ Check that all parts at the back of the appliance are unhindered. Carefully remove [...]

Appliance dimensions AB C K 12010 S-2 850 mm 550 mm 610 mm K 12012 S-2 850 mm 550 mm 610 mm K 12020 S-1 850 mm 600 mm 610 mm K 12022 S-1 850 mm 600 mm 610 mm K 12023 S-2 851 mm 602 mm 611 mm K 12024 S-2 851 mm 602 mm 611 mm Installation 40[...]

The appliance is supplied right hand hinged. If left hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. ^ Close the door. ^ Unscrew lower hinge bracket a , and remove. ^ Then lift the door down and off. ^ Take hinge pin b out of hinge bracket a , then refit in the other hole of the hinge bracket. ^ Remove cover c and use it to cover the [...]

Changing the freezer compartment door ^ Lower the cover on hinge plate a . ^ Unscrew hinge plate b , and remove freezer compartment door c together with the hinge plate. ^ Unscrew door catch d . ^ Turn door catch d by 180°, and screw into place on the opposite side. ^ Fit freezer compartment door c in position at the top e , then tighten hinge pla[...]

^ Turn the handle 180° and fit to the opposite side. ^ First screw it at the side and then in the middle g . ^ In the same way, replace cover a and stoppers b on the opposite side. ^ Refit middle cover c by pushing it in, first on the left hand side, and then on the right. Changing the door hinging 43[...]

The appliance can be pushed underneath a worktop run. If this is done, then the top lid to the appliance may need to be removed. When placed under a worktop run it is essential that adequate ventilation is provided at the rear of the appliance. A ventilation gap of at least 140 cm 2 must be made in the worktop. With a building under depth of 600 mm[...]

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