Miele K 12420 SD Operating And Installation Manual

With dynamic cooling

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Operating and installation instructions
Refrigerator with Dynamic cooling
K 12420 SD
en - GB
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. 07 679 980

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator with Dynamic cooling K 12420 SD en - GB 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide to the appliance ..........4 Caring for the environment .
  • Page 3 Contents Electrical connection ..........28 Electrical connection U.K.
  • Page 4: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance a On/Off button d Super cool button and indicator light b Temperature selector button e Dynamic cooling button and c Temperature display indicator light...
  • Page 5 Guide to the appliance a Dynamic cooling fan b Butter and cheese compartment c Egg tray d Adjustable shelves e Bottle rack f Bottle shelf g Condensate channel and drain hole h Bottle divider* i Fruit and vegetable containers * Depending on model...
  • Page 6: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for human health and to the environment.
  • Page 7: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Warning and Safety instructions Correct application This appliance complies with all This appliance is intended for relevant local and national safety domestic use only for the cool storage requirements. Improper use can, of food and drink. however, present a risk of both Any other usage is not supported by personal injury and material the manufacturer and could be...
  • Page 8: Technical Safety

    Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it should Before setting up the appliance, be installed in. In the event of a check it for any externally visible leakage, if the appliance is in a small damage.
  • Page 9 Faulty components must only be national and local safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified replaced by genuine Miele original persons could be dangerous. The spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they might contain Never store explosive materials in substances which could damage the the appliance or any products plastic parts or which could cause a containing propellants (e.g. spray build-up of gases and pose a danger to cans).
  • Page 11: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance

    Warning and Safety instructions 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.
  • Page 12: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption 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 Situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
  • Page 13: Switching On And Off

    Switching on and off Before using for the first time Switching off The stainless steel trim to the interior shelves and the door shelves has a layer of protective foil to prevent damage during transportation. Please ^ Press the On/Off button until the remove this carefully after installation.
  • Page 14: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature Setting the temperature 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 ^ Press the temperature button of these micro-organisms.
  • Page 15: Super Cool And Dynamic Cooling

    Super cool and Dynamic cooling Dynamic cooling m Super cool The Super cool function can be used to When the Dynamic cooling function is rapidly reduce the temperature in the not switched on, the natural circulation refrigerator section to its lowest setting of air in the appliance will cause (depending on the room temperature).
  • Page 16 Super cool and Dynamic cooling Switching 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.
  • Page 17: Using The Refrigerator Efficiently

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones – pre-packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it Due to the natural circulation of the air should be kept at a temperature of in the appliance, there are different approx.
  • Page 18: Food Which Should Not Be Stored In A Refrigerator

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which should not be Storing food correctly stored in a refrigerator Food should generally be stored covered or packaged. This will prevent Not all food is suitable for refrigeration, food smells from affecting other foods, as some food is sensitive to cold.
  • Page 19: Unpacked Meat And Vegetables

    Using the refrigerator efficiently – Examples of fruit and vegetables Meat which react strongly to the natural Meat should be stored unwrapped. gases given off by other types of (Undo wrappings slightly to leave meat fruit and vegetables are: loosely covered, and leave containers Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels open).
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves The shelves 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.
  • Page 21: Automatic Defrost

    Automatic defrost The refrigerator defrosts automatically. Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator 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 appliance.
  • Page 22: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care ^ A range of Miele cleaning and Cleaning the outer casing, the conditioning agents is available from interior and accessories the Miele UK Spare Parts ^ Clean the appliance at least once a Department, or via the internet at month using warm water and a little www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 23: Metal Grille At The Back Of The Appliance

    Cleaning and care 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...
  • Page 24: Problem Solving Guide

    ^ Disconnect the appliance from the and that the mains fuse has not mains. Switch off at the wall and tripped. If it has, contact the Miele withdraw the plug from the socket, or Service Department. disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw-out fuse in countries where .
  • Page 25 ^ Clean the condensate channel and drain hole. If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions, please contact the Miele Service ^ Press the sides of the lamp cover Department. forwards (1) and unhook the cover (2).
  • Page 26: Noises

    Noises Normal noises What causes them Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can Brrrrr... 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.
  • Page 27: After Sales / Guarantee

    – your Miele Dealer – 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 appliance.
  • Page 28: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363) All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be re-fitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person in strict accordance with current is lost, the plug must not be used until a local and national safety (BS 7671 in suitable replacement is obtained.
  • Page 29: Installation

    Further information is available from handle is fitted correctly. Should you your dealer. require further assistance please contact your Miele customer service Location centre. This appliance should be installed in a Climate range dry, well-ventilated room. It should not...
  • Page 30: Installation

    Installation Ventilation Air at the back of the appliance gets warm. To ensure sufficient ventilation, the ventilation gaps must not be covered over. The air inlet and outlet 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.
  • Page 31: Appliance Dimensions

    Installation Appliance dimensions K 12420 SD 1450 mm 600 mm 630 mm...
  • Page 32: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging 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, –...
  • Page 33 Changing the door hinging ^ Screw hinge plate e into position on Changing over the door the opposite side using the two outer ^ Open the appliance door. long slots only. Do not use the middle hole because you will not be able to align the door later on.
  • Page 34 Changing the door hinging ^ Using a second person, carefully tip the appliance backwards and then fit hinge pin b together with hinge bush c from below into hinge plate e on the left hand side. ^ Align the door with the appliance ^ Unscrew upper hinge pin a using housing using the long slots in hinge the spanner supplied and refit on the...
  • Page 35 Changing the door hinging Refitting the handle It is important to check that the side section of the handle d does not Please make sure you follow the instructions below carefully when come into contact with the door seal you refit the handle. The door seal when opening the door, as this will be damaged if the handle is would damage the door seal...
  • Page 36: Aligning The Appliance

    Aligning the appliance The appliance door can be aligned to the housing using the outer long slots in the lower hinge plate. In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what happens next.
  • Page 37: Building In The Appliance

    Building in the appliance 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.
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