Miele FN 12221 S User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Frost-free freezer
FN 12221 S (-1)
FN 12421 S (-1)
FN 12621 S (-1)
FN 12821 S (-1)
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. 09 559 200
en-GB

Guide to the appliance .............................................4
Caring for the environment..........................................6
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................7
How to save energy ...............................................14
Switching on and off ..............................................16
Before using for the first time.........................................16
Switching on .....................................................16
Switching off .....................................................16
Switching off for longer periods of time .................................16
Customising settings .............................................17
Settings mode X.................................................17
Altering the brightness of the display ................................17
Activating or deactivating the Lock .................................18
The correct temperature ...........................................20
Setting the temperature .............................................20
Temperature display ...............................................21
Alarm...........................................................22
Temperature alarm ................................................22
Door alarm .......................................................22
Switching the alarm off early .........................................22
Super freeze .....................................................23
Freezing and storing food..........................................24
Maximum freezing capacity..........................................24
Freezing fresh food ................................................24
Isolation plate.....................................................24
Important......................................................24
Storing frozen food ................................................25
Home freezing ....................................................26
Hints on home freezing...........................................26
Packaging ....................................................26
Before placing food in the freezer ..................................27
Placing food in the freezer ........................................27
Defrosting .......................................................28
Ice cubes ........................................................28
Cooling drinks ....................................................28
Freezer tray ......................................................29
Contents
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Defrosting .......................................................30
Cleaning and care ................................................31
Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................31
Appliance door, side panels .........................................32
Ventilation gaps ...................................................32
Door seal ........................................................32
Metal grille at the back of the appliance ................................32
Problem solving guide ............................................33
Noises .........................................................37
After Sales / Guarantee ............................................38
Information for dealers ............................................39
Demo mode r.....................................................39
Electrical connection..............................................40
Installation ......................................................41
Location .........................................................41
Climate range ..................................................42
Ventilation .......................................................42
Appliances with wall spacers supplied .................................42
Installation .......................................................43
Aligning the appliance..............................................43
Appliance dimensions ..............................................44
Changing the door hinging .........................................45
Aligning the appliance door ........................................50
Building in the appliance ..........................................51
Contents
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aOn/Off button
bSuper freeze button
cDisplay
If the appliance is not operated for
some time, the display will revert
automatically to the brightness level
which has been set.
As soon as a button is pressed the
display will light up at the brightest
setting.
dLock symbol
eMenu symbol
Setting mode for:
– the brightness level of the display
– switching the lock on/off
fAlarm symbol
gTemperature display
hTemperature selector button
iAlarm off button
jSuper freeze symbol
kBrightness symbol
Guide to the appliance
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aControl panel
bFrost-free system
cTop freezer drawer,
can be used as a freezer tray
dFreezer drawers (number will
depend on model)
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 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 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 or contact your dealer for
advice. Ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
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 safety requirements.
Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
damage to property.
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
information on its safety, installation, use and maintenance. Miele
cannot be held liable for 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 for outdoor use.
~The appliance must only be used as a domestic appliance to
store deep frozen food, to freeze fresh food and to prepare ice.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.
~The appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool
medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such
materials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such
purposes can cause deterioration of the items stored. The appliance
is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~The appliance can only be used by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience 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
understand the hazards involved.
~Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
~This appliance is not a toy! To prevent the risk of injury, do not
allow children to play with it or use the controls. Please supervise
children whilst you are using the appliance.
~Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. cling film, polystyrene and
plastic wrappings, must be kept out of the reach of babies and
children. Whilst playing, children could become entangled in
packaging or pull it over their head and suffocate.
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 ser-
vice technician authorised by the manufacturer to protect the user
from danger.
Warning and Safety instructions
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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 the transportation and installation 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 the Service Department for advice.
~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 m3of room space is required. The
amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside
the appliance.
~Safe operation of the appliance is only assured if it has been
installed and connected in accordance with these operating and
installation instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, make sure
that the connection data on the data plate corresponds to the
voltage and frequency of the household supply.
This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of damage to
the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
~Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
~The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed if
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 damage or injury caused
by the lack of or inadequacy of an effective earthing system (e.g.
electric shock).
~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.
~While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated.
~The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during
installation, maintenance and repair work.
~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.
Warning and Safety instructions
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