Miele K 12820 SD, K 12820 cs Operating And Installation Instructions

Operating and installation instructions

Refrigerator with DynamicCooling
K 11820 SD
K 12820 SD
K 12820 SD edt/cs

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. 07 933 110

en-AU

Guide to the appliance .............................................4

Caring for the environment..........................................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 ...........................................14

...intherefrigerator ...............................................14

Setting the temperature .............................................14

Temperature display ...............................................14

SuperCool and DynamicCooling ....................................15

SuperCool .......................................................15

DynamicCooling m................................................15

Using the refrigerator efficiently ....................................17

Different storage zones .............................................17

Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator.........................18

When shopping for food ............................................18

Storing food correctly ..............................................18

Fruit and vegetables .............................................18

Unpacked meat and vegetables ...................................19

Protein rich foods ...............................................19

Meat .........................................................19

Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................20

Moving the shelves ................................................20

Split shelf ........................................................20

Adjusting the door shelf/bottle shelf ...................................20

Automatic defrost ................................................22

Cleaning and care ................................................23

Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................23

Cleaning the door and side panels ....................................24

Ventilation gaps ...................................................24

Door seal ........................................................24

Rear of appliance - metal grille .......................................25

Problem solving guide ............................................26

Noises ..........................................................28

After Sales ......................................................29

Contents

Electrical connection..............................................30

Electrical connection ...............................................30

Installation ......................................................31

Side-by-side installation.............................................31

Location .........................................................31

Climate range ..................................................31

Ventilation .......................................................32

Installation .......................................................32

Aligning the appliance..............................................32

Supporting the appliance door .......................................32

Appliance dimensions ..............................................33

Changing the door hinging .........................................34

Aligning the appliance door ........................................39

Building in the appliance ..........................................40

Contents

a On/Off button

b Temperature selector button

c Temperature display

d SuperCool button and

indicator light

e DynamicCooling button and

indicator light

Guide to the appliance

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a Dynamic cooling fan

b Butter and cheese compartment

c Egg tray

d Adjustable shelves

e Bottle rack

f Bottle divider

g Condensate channel and

drain hole

h Fruit and vegetable containers

Guide to the appliance

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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 throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
offered for recycling.

Disposing 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 and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.

The plug must be rendered useless
and the cable cut off directly behind the
appliance or the machine to prevent
misuse. 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.

Caring for the environment

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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
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

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This appliance is intended for
domestic use only for the cool storage
of food and drink.
Any other usage is not supported by
the manufacturer and could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot
be held liable for damage resulting
from the incorrect or improper use of
the appliance.

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This appliance is not intended 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

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This appliance is not a toy! To avoid
the risk of injury, do not allow children
to play with it or near it, or to play with
the controls. Neither should they be
allowed to swing on the door. Please
supervise young children whilst you are
using it. 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.

Warning and Safety instructions

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Technical safety

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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.

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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. This is unavoidable, but does
not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the appliance. Care
must be taken during 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 flames and anything

which creates a spark,

- disconnect from the mains,

- air the room in which the appliance is

located for several minutes and

- contact Miele for advice.

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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
room, there is the danger of
combustible gases building up.
For every8gofcoolant at least 1 m

3

of
room space is required. The amount of
coolant in the appliance is stated on the
data plate inside the appliance.

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Safe operation of the appliance is
only assured if it has been installed and
connected in accordance with these
operating and installation instructions.

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Before connecting the appliance,
make sure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and rated load)
match the mains electricity supply.
This data must correspond in order to
avoid the risk of damage to the
appliance. Consult a qualified
electrician if in any doubt.

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Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead.
These do not guarantee the required
safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of
overheating).

Warning and Safety instructions

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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 should be
inspected by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage or injury caused by the lack
of or inadequacy of an effective
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

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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.

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While the appliance is under
warranty, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the warranty will be
invalidated.

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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:

–

it has been switched off at the wall
socket and the plug has been
withdrawn, or

–

the fuse from the fused spur
connection unit has been withdrawn,
or

–

the mains fuse has been
disconnected, or

– the screw-out fuse has been

removed (in countries where this is
applicable).

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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.

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This appliance may only be used in
mobile installations if a risk assessment
of the installation has been carried out
by a suitably qualified engineer.

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In 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 which may be
caused by cockroaches or other vermin
will not be covered by the warranty.

Warning and Safety instructions

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Correct use

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Never store explosive materials in
the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans). Thermostats switching on may
produce sparks which could present a
fire hazard. Flammable compounds
could explode.

~

Do not operate any electrical
equipment (e.g. an electric ice-cream
maker) inside the appliance. Danger of
sparking and explosion.

~

If storing alcohol with a high
percentage proof, make sure it is tightly
closed and stored upright.
Danger of explosion.

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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.

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Do not use sharp edged objects to

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remove frost and ice,

–

separate food which has become
frozen.

They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.

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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.

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Do not use mechanical devices or
other means to accelerate the
defrosting process, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.

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Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal, as these will cause the seal
to deteriorate and become porous with
time.

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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.

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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.

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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,
will lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot
maintain the required temperature.

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Do not use a steam-cleaning
appliance to clean this appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical
components and cause a short circuit.

Warning and Safety instructions

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The following applies to stainless
steel appliances:

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Do not place sticky notes, adhesive
tape, masking tape or any other
adhesive agent on the treated surface
of the door.
The coating will become damaged and
lose its protective properties against
soiling.

~

The high quality treated surface of
the door is susceptible to scratching.
Even fridge magnets can cause
scratching.

Disposal of your old appliance

~

Before disposing of an old
appliance, first make the door latch or
lock unusable.
This way you will prevent children from
accidentally locking themselves in and
endangering their lives.

~

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.

Warning and Safety instructions

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Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption

Installation In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room.

Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight.

Not situated near a heat source
(radiator, oven).

Situated near a heat source
(radiator, oven).

Where the ideal ambient room
temperature is approx. 20 °C.

Where there is a high ambient room
temperature.

Do not cover the cross-section of
the air inlet and outlet and keep free
of dust.

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

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(digital display).

Storage section 8 to 12 °C On appliances with winter setting,

please make sure that the winter
setting is switched off when the
ambient temperature is warmer than
16 °C.

Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C

PerfectFresh zone just above 0 °C

Freezer section -18 °C

Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C

Use Do not change the arrangement of

the drawers and shelves.

Only open the doors when
necessary and for as short a time as
possible.

Frequent opening of the doors for
long periods will cause a loss of
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
down before placing them in the
appliance.

Placing hot food in the appliance
will cause the compressor to run for
a long 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 overfill the appliance to allow
air to circulate.

Defrosting Defrost the freezer compartment

when a layer of ice 0.5 cm thick has
built up.

A layer of ice hinders the cold from
reaching the frozen food, and
causes an increase in energy
consumption.

How to save energy

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Before using for the first time

To ensure the correct 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.

Protective foil

The stainless steel strips have a layer of
protective foil to prevent scratching
during transportation.
On stainless steel appliances, the
stainless steel door and possibly the
sides are covered in a protective foil.

^ Remove the protective foil only after

the appliance has been installed in
its intended location.

Cleaning

^ Clean the inside of the appliance and

the accessories with lukewarm water
and then dry with a soft cloth.

Switching on

^

Press the On/Off button. The
temperature display will light up.

The appliance begins to cool down, and
the temperature required shows in the
temperature display. The interior light
will come on when the door is opened.

Switching off

^

Press the On/Off button until the
temperature display goes out.

The cooling system is 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:

^ switch the appliance off,

^ 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,

^ clean the appliance out and

^ leave the door ajar to air the appliance.

If, during a long absence, the
appliance 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.

Switching on and off

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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.

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.

...intherefrigerator

We recommend a temperature of 5°C
in the middle of the refrigerator.

Setting the temperature

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Press the temperature button
repeatedly until the indicator light for
the temperature you want lights up in
the display.

The first time you press the button the
indicator light for the last temperature
you set will flash in the display.

The temperature value will change up
until the setting for 9 °C is reached. It
will then drop back to the 1 °C setting.

Temperature display

The temperature display on the
control panel always shows the
required temperature.

The temperature can be adjusted from:
1°Cto9°C

The correct temperature

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