Miele K 12820 SD edt Operating And Installation Manual Download

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Operating and installation instructions

Refrigerator with Dynamic cooling
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. 09 434 270

en - GB

Summary of Contents for K 12820 SD edt

Page 1: ...rigerator with Dynamic cooling 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 09 434 270 en GB ...

Page 2: ...in the refrigerator 22 Different storage zones 22 Food which is not suitable for storing in the refrigerator 23 When shopping for food 24 Storing food correctly 24 Fruit and vegetables 24 Protein rich foods 24 Adjusting the interior fittings 25 Moving the shelves 25 Split shelf 25 Adjusting the door shelf bottle shelf 25 Automatic defrost 27 Cleaning and care 28 Cleaning the interior and accessori...

Page 3: ... 36 Location 36 Climate range 37 Ventilation 37 Installation 37 Aligning the appliance 37 Levelling the appliance door 37 Appliance dimensions 38 Changing the door hinging 39 Aligning the appliance door 44 Building in the appliance 45 Contents ...

Page 4: ...aOn Off button bTemperature selector button cTemperature display dSuper cool button and indicator light eDynamic cooling button and indicator light Guide to the appliance 4 ...

Page 5: ...aDynamic cooling fan bButter and cheese compartment cEgg tray dAdjustable shelves eBottle rack fBottle shelf gCondensate channel and drain hole hFruit and vegetable containers Guide to the appliance 5 ...

Page 6: ...otentially 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 or contact your dealer for advice Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal Take care no...

Page 7: ... damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content Pass them on to any future owner Correct application The appliance is not designed for commercial use It is intended for use in domestic households and similar working and residential environments This appliance is not intended ...

Page 8: ...perience and knowledge if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance without supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and...

Page 9: ...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 and does not have any adverse effect on the performance of the appliance Care must be taken during the transportation and installation of the app...

Page 10: ...doubt 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 If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician ...

Page 11: ...rantee is invalidated The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when original Miele replacement parts are used Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings clean at all times Any damage caused by co...

Page 12: ...able 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 Observe the manufacturer s use by dates and storage instructions given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning Storage times will depend on sev...

Page 13: ...e and become porous with time Danger of injury Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance The steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit Do not use sharp edged objects to remove frost and ice lift food They will damage the evaporator causing irreversible damage to the appliance Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost it These ca...

Page 14: ...ildren 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 Warning and Safety instructions 14 ...

Page 15: ...he ideal ambient room temperature is approx 20 C Where there is a high ambient room temperature Ventilation gaps uncovered and dusted regularly Ventilation gaps covered up or dusty Compressor and metal grille heat exchanger dusted at least once a year Dust build up on the compressor and metal grille heat exchanger Temperature setting Refrigerator section 4 to 5 C The lower or higher the temperatur...

Page 16: ...ag with you when shopping and place food in the appliance as soon as possible Replace any food removed rapidly before it begins to thaw Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the appliance Hot food or food at room temperature raises the temperature inside the appliance The appliance works harder to cool down and the compressor runs for longer periods Store food covered or pa...

Page 17: ...id 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 pe...

Page 18: ...mbient temperatures for which it is not designed in the refrigerator We recommend a temperature of 5 C in the middle of the refrigerator Setting the temperature Press the temperature selector 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 dis...

Page 19: ...ton for approx another 5 seconds to set the temperature The colder temperature setting within the small temperature range is now set However this is not visible in the temperature display Temperature display The temperature display on the control panel always shows the required temperature The temperature can be adjusted from 1 C to 9 C The correct temperature 19 ...

Page 20: ...inue to operate at normal power Dynamic cooling m When the Dynamic cooling function is not switched on the natural circulation of air in the appliance will cause different temperature zones in the refrigerator as the cold heavy air will sink to the lowest section of the appliance You should bear this in mind when placing food in the appliance see Using the refrigerator efficiently However if you a...

Page 21: ...witching off Dynamic cooling Press the Dynamic cooling button m The Dynamic cooling indicator light will go out The fan automatically switches off when the door is open Super cool and Dynamic cooling 21 ...

Page 22: ... area The warmest area is in the top section at the front and in the door Use this for storing butter and cheese Coldest area The coldest area is directly above the vegetable containers or above the fruit and vegetable drawers depending on model and on the back wall Use this for all delicate and highly perishable food e g fish meat poultry sausage products ready meals dishes or baked goods contain...

Page 23: ...he fan in the rear wall of the refrigerator as this is essential for keeping the appliance cool Food which is not suitable for storing in the refrigerator Not all food is suitable for storing in a refrigerator at temperatures below 5 C as some food is sensitive to cold The appearance consistency taste and or the vitamin content of certain foods can be adversely affected by being stored in too cold...

Page 24: ...ed covered or packaged This will prevent food smells from affecting other food food from drying out and also any cross contamination of bacteria This is particularly important for protein based foods such as meat or fish The growth of bacteria such as salmonella can be avoided by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene Fruit and vegetables Fruit and vegetables can...

Page 25: ...nt section can be pushed under the rear section Push the rear half of the glass shelf up slightly from below At the same time pull the front half of the glass shelf forwards slightly and then push it carefully under the rear half To move the split shelf Take both halves of the split glass shelf out fit the two brackets onto the supports on either side at the required height and push the glass shel...

Page 26: ...f necessary Pull the container right out and then lift it up and off Push the runners back in again to avoid injury or damage To replace a container place it back on the fully extended runners a The front of the runners must be right up against the front of the container b Then push the container back in c Adjusting the interior fittings 26 ...

Page 27: ...as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated 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 kept clean and are never blocked so that condensate can flow away without hindrance Automatic defrost 27 ...

Page 28: ...less steel conditioning agent to treat the other stainless steel surfaces of the appliance available from Miele Unlike stainless steel cleaning agents the conditioning agent does not contain any abrasive substances and will gently remove soiling Each time it is used it forms a water and dirt repellent protective coating To avoid damaging the surface of your appliance do not use cleaning agents con...

Page 29: ...e condensate channel and drain hole frequently so that condensate can drain away unhindered Use a straw or similar to clear the drain if necessary After cleaning wipe the interior and accessories with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth Leave the door open to air the appliance for a short while Appliance door side panels Remove any soiling from the appliance door and side panels immediately If ...

Page 30: ...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 Back of appliance compressor and metal grille The compressor and the metal grille at the back of the appliance heat exchanger must be dusted at least once a year A build up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance When cleani...

Page 31: ...tching in too frequently and for too long Check whether the ventilation gaps have been covered over or become dusty Check whether the metal grille heat exchanger at the back of the appliance has become dusty The appliance door is being opened frequently Check that the door has been closed properly the interior lighting in the refrigerator is not working Was the refrigerator door left open for too ...

Page 32: ... condensate channel and drain hole If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions please contact Miele Service To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the appliance to be serviced Problem solving guide 32 ...

Page 33: ... appliance expands Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the system is unavoidable Noises that you can easily rectify What causes them and what can you do about them Rattling vibrating The appliance is uneven Realign the appliance using a spirit level by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance The appliance is touching another appliance or pie...

Page 34: ... that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes N B A call out charge will be applied for service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in these instructions Guarantee For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele See back cover for contact details In the U K your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from ...

Page 35: ...er system When switching the appliance on a surge in power could trigger the safety cut out mechanism This could damage the electronic unit The appliance must not be used with so called energy saving devices These reduce the energy supply to the appliance which could then become too warm Using such devices could alter the specification of the product If the connection cable has to be replaced this...

Page 36: ...as an oven or a radiator The higher the ambient temperature of the room the more energy the appliance requires to operate The appliance should be installed in a dry well ventilated room When installing the appliance please be aware The socket must be easily accessible in an emergency not concealed behind the appliance The plug and cable must not touch the rear of the appliance as they could be dam...

Page 37: ...ing and going off 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 any hindrance Carefully push the appliance...

Page 38: ...Appliance dimensions A B C K 11820 SD K 12820 SD K 12820 SD edt cs 1 850 mm 600 mm 630 mm Installation 38 ...

Page 39: ...people are needed for changing the door hinging Removing the door handle Pull door handle a towards you Side section b slides back Pull side section b firmly back out of the guides on the mounting plate Undo the 4 screws TX 15 in the mounting plate and remove the handle Remove the cover caps from the opposite side and fit them into the empty holes Changing the door hinging 39 ...

Page 40: ...lace it to one side Carefully ease off cover e from above using a screwdriver and then take it off together with retaining plate f Then separate retaining plate f from cover e by pushing it slightly to the left and then pulling the cover forwards and off Rotate retaining plate f by 180 Then fit cover e from the front over retaining plate f and slide it over to the right The writing must be visible...

Page 41: ...inge pin a together with disc b and adjustable foot c upwards and off Remove cover cap d Undo screws e and take hinge plate f off Undo the screw of hinge part h on hinge plate f slightly Fit it into the hole opposite in hinge plate f and tighten up the screw Refit cover cap d in the other hole Remove cover g and fit it into the holes on the opposite side Changing the door hinging 41 ...

Page 42: ...l go Refit hinge pin a together with disc b and adjustable foot c Important The notch at the bottom of the hinge pin should face towards the back Place the door onto hinge pin a Close the appliance door Fit hinge plate c onto the opposite side and secure it with screws d Fit covers a and b to their opposite sides Align the door with the appliance housing using the long slots in the lower hinge pla...

Page 43: ... plate c lines up correctly Then tighten all 4 screws b Slide the side section of the handle d into the guides on the mounting plate until it clicks into place 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 s...

Page 44: ...n the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what you have to do Remove centre screw a from the hinge plate Slightly loosen both outer screws b Align the door by sliding the hinge plate to the left or right Then tighten screws b again Screw a does not need to be used again Aligning the appliance door 44 ...

Page 45: ...resulting in an increase in electricity consumption The air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way They should be dusted on a regular basis When built into a kitchen run max depth 580 mm the appliance can be installed directly next to a kitchen furniture housing unit The appliance door will protrude in front of furniture fronts at the sides by 34 mm and by 55 mm in the middle o...

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