Miele K 12012 S-2 User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Refrigerators
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.
en – GB, ZA, IE M.-Nr. 09 552 430

Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 4
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 12
Saving energy ...................................................................................................... 13
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 15
K 12010 S-2, K 12012 S-2, K 12012 S-3 .............................................................. 15
K12020S-1, K12020S-2, K12023S-3 .............................................................. 16
K12024S-3 .......................................................................................................... 17
Control element..................................................................................................... 18
Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 19
Before using for the first time................................................................................ 19
Switching on.......................................................................................................... 19
Switching off.......................................................................................................... 19
Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................ 19
The correct temperature..................................................................................... 20
...in the refrigerator section .................................................................................. 20
. . .in the freezer compartment ............................................................................. 21
Setting the temperature......................................................................................... 21
Winter setting ...................................................................................................... 22
With low room temperatures ................................................................................. 22
To activate the winter setting............................................................................22
To deactivate the winter setting .......................................................................22
Freezing food efficiently ........................................................................................ 22
Activate the winter setting................................................................................ 22
Deactivate the winter setting............................................................................ 22
Storing food in the refrigerator section............................................................. 23
Different storage zones ......................................................................................... 23
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ......................... 24
Notes on buying food............................................................................................ 25
Storing food correctly............................................................................................ 25
Adjusting the interior fittings.............................................................................. 26
Moving the shelves................................................................................................ 26
Split shelf............................................................................................................... 26
Adjusting the door/bottle shelf .............................................................................. 26
Freezing and storing food (depending on model) ............................................ 27
Using the freezer compartment............................................................................. 27
Freezing fresh food................................................................................................ 27

Contents
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Storing frozen food................................................................................................ 27
Home freezing ....................................................................................................... 28
Storage time for frozen food.................................................................................. 28
Defrosting frozen goods ........................................................................................ 29
Cooling drinks quickly ........................................................................................... 29
Ice cubes............................................................................................................... 29
Defrosting............................................................................................................. 30
To defrost ......................................................................................................... 31
After defrosting................................................................................................. 32
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 33
Cleaning agents..................................................................................................... 33
Preparing the appliance for cleaning..................................................................... 34
Cleaning the interior and accessories ................................................................... 34
Cleaning the front of the appliance and the side panels....................................... 35
Cleaning the ventilation gaps ................................................................................ 36
Cleaning the compressor and metal grille at the back of the appliance............... 36
Cleaning the door seal .......................................................................................... 36
After cleaning ........................................................................................................ 36
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 37
Exchanging the LED lighting lamp ................................................................... 40
Noises................................................................................................................... 42
Service.................................................................................................................. 43
Contact in case of malfunction ............................................................................. 43
Warranty ................................................................................................................ 43
Installation............................................................................................................ 44
Installation ............................................................................................................. 44
Side-by-side combinations .............................................................................. 44
Location............................................................................................................ 44
Ventilation......................................................................................................... 46
Appliances supplied with wall spacers ............................................................ 46
Installing the appliance..................................................................................... 47
Installing the refrigeration appliance in a run of kitchen units .......................... 48
Appliance dimensions ...................................................................................... 50
Changing the door hinging.................................................................................... 51
Changing the hinging of the freezer compartment door .................................. 52
Changing over the door handle........................................................................ 53
Building under ....................................................................................................... 55
Electrical connection ............................................................................................. 56

Warning and Safety instructions
4
This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety require-
ments. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
material damage.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully be-
fore using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They con-
tain important information on safety, installation, use and mainten-
ance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging
your refrigeration appliance.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the
chapter on installing the appliance as well as the safety instruc-
tions and warnings.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owner.
Correct application
 This refrigeration appliance is intended for use in the home and in
similar environments, for example
– in shops, offices and similar work settings
– by the guests in hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts and other typical
home settings.
This refrigeration appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
 This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and
storing food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food, freez-
ing fresh food and for making ice.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool medi-
cines, 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 improper or in-
correct use of the appliance.
 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 recognise and understand the consequences of
incorrect operation.
Safety with children
 Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appli-
ance unless they are constantly supervised.
 Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance unsuper-
vised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recog-
nise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
 Danger of suffocation! Whilst playing, children could become en-
tangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their
head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
 The coolant system is tested for leaks. This appliance complies
with statutory safety requirements and the appropriate EU
guidelines.
 This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. The coolant
does not damage the ozone layer and does not contribute to 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 com-
pressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the
cooling circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does not
affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance.
When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure
that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Splashes of coolant
can damage the eyes.
In the event of damage:
– Avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark.
– Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity
supply.
– Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for
several minutes.
– Contact the Miele Customer Service Department.
 The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the ap-
pliance is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases
building up. For every 11 g of coolant at least 1m3 of room space is
required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the
data plate inside the appliance.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the
connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data
plate corresponds to the household supply.
Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult
a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
 The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety re-
quirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installa-
tion tested by a qualified electrician.
 Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured
if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
 If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced
by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from
danger.
 Do not connect the appliance to the mains electrical supply by a
multi-socket adapter or extension lead. These are a fire hazard and
do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.
 If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains con-
nection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not oper-
ate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to mois-
ture (e.g in a garage or utility room).
 This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
 Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
 The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during
installation, maintenance and repair work.
 Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user.
Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a
Miele authorised technician.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be un-
dertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
warranty is invalidated.
 Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genu-
ine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components
must only be replaced by Miele spare parts.
Correct use
 The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range
(ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range.
The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate in-
side 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 temperat-
ure.
 Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the effi-
ciency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and
could cause damage to the components.
 The refrigeration appliance lid has a plastic edge. Make sure that
no oil or grease leaks onto this edge as this could cause stress
cracks in the plastic and cause it to break or split.
 If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or
the door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic
components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
 Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store explosive materials in the
refrigeration appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g.
spray cans). Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of
gases to ignite.
 Danger of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.
an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance.
Danger of sparking and explosion.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. Do not store cans
or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze
in the freezer zone. Otherwise they could burst.
 Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. When cooling
drinks quickly in the freezer zone, make sure bottles are not left in for
more than one hour. Otherwise they could burst.
 Danger of injury. Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of
the appliance with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen
food or to the metal.
 Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place
ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from the freezer com-
partment.
The very low temperature of the frozen goods can cause frost burn
to the lips and tongue. Danger of injury!
 Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defros-
ted 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.
 Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage instruc-
tions 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.
 Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with
this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manu-
facturers will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liabil-
ity.
Cleaning and care
 Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will
cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.

Warning and Safety instructions
10
 Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean or defrost this ap-
pliance.
Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
 Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-
ing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or
pointed objects to
– remove frost and ice,
– separate frozen foods or remove ice trays.
 Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to de-
frost it. These can damage the plastic parts.
 Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might
cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
Transport
 Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its ori-
ginal transport packaging to avoid damage in transit.
 Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. The refrigeration
appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people.
Disposal of your old appliance
 If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This
will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking them-
selves in and endangering their lives.
 Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to dam-
age any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the coolant channels in the condenser,
– bending any pipework, or
– scratching the surface coating.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)
This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal oper-
ation.
 The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it penet-
rates the airways.

Caring for the environment
12
Disposal of the packing mater-
ial
The packaging is designed to protect
the appliance from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the manufactur-
ing process and also reduces the
amount of waste in landfill sites.
Disposing of your old appli-
ance
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials, com-
pounds and components which were
essential for their correct functioning
and safety. These could be hazardous
to your health and to the environment if
disposed of with general waste or if
handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with general waste.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal
points to dispose of and recycle elec-
trical and electronic appliances in your
local community, with your dealer or
with Miele. By law, you are solely re-
sponsible for deleting any personal data
from the appliance prior to disposal.
Take care not to damage your refrigera-
tion appliance's pipework before or dur-
ing transportation to an authorised col-
lection depot.
This is to ensure that coolant in the
cooling circuit and oil in the compressor
is contained, and will not leak into the
environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance
poses no risk to children while being
stored prior to disposal. For further in-
formation, see “Warning and safety in-
structions” in these operating and in-
stallation instructions.

Saving energy
13
Normal energy consump-
tion
Increased energy con-
sumption
Installation /
Maintenance
In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated
room.
Protected from direct sun-
light.
In direct sunlight.
Not near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Near to a heat source (radi-
ator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient
room temperature is approx.
20°C.
Where the ambient room
temperature is above 25°C.
Ventilation gaps uncovered
and dusted regularly.
Ventilation gaps covered or
dusty.
Compressor and metal grille
(heat exchanger) at the back
of the appliance dusted at
least once a year.
Dust build-up on the com-
pressor and metal grille (heat
exchanger).
Temperature
setting
With a medium setting of 2
to 3.
With a low temperature set-
ting: the lower the temperat-
ure in the appliance, the
higher the energy consump-
tion.
If your appliance has a
winter setting make sure it is
switched off if the ambient
room temperature is
above18°C.

Saving energy
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Normal energy consump-
tion
Increased energy con-
sumption
Use Drawers and shelves ar-
ranged as they were when
the appliance was delivered.
Only open the door when
necessary and for as short a
time as possible. Store food
in an organised way.
Frequent opening of doors
for long periods will cause a
loss of coldness. The appli-
ance will try to cool down
and the compressor will run
for longer periods.
Take an insulated cool bag
when shopping, and load
food in the appliance as
soon as possible.
Replace any food removed
as quickly as possible, be-
fore it warms up too much.
Allow hot food and drinks to
cool down before placing
them in the appliance.
Hot food or food at room
temperature raises the tem-
perature inside the appli-
ance. The appliance will try
to cool down and the com-
pressor will run for longer
periods.
Store food well packaged or
covered.
The evaporation or condens-
ation of liquids in the refri-
gerator section will cause a
loss of coldness.
Place frozen food in the refri-
gerator to defrost.
Do not over-fill the appliance
to allow air to circulate.
Poor air circulation will
cause a loss of coldness.
Defrosting Defrost the freezer compart-
ment when a layer of ice 0.5
cm (max.) thick has built up.
A build-up of ice slows
down the cooling process.

Guide to the appliance
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K 12010 S-2, K 12012 S-2, K 12012 S-3
aFreezer compartment (depending on model)
bShelves (number will depend on model)
cCondensate channel and drain hole
dFruit and vegetable drawer
eButter and cheese compartment
fDoor shelf / Egg tray
gOn/Off and Temperature selector, interior lighting and winter setting switch (de-
pending on model)
hBottle shelf

Guide to the appliance
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K12020S-1, K12020S-2, K12023S-3
aAdjustable shelf
bCondensate channel and drain hole
cFruit and vegetable drawers
dButter and cheese compartment
eDoor shelf/egg tray
fHalf-width door shelf (depending on model)
gOn/Off and temperature selector, interior lighting and winter setting switch (de-
pending on model)
hBottle shelf

Guide to the appliance
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K12024S-3
aFreezer compartment
bAdjustable shelf (number will depend on model)
cCondensate channel and drain hole
dFruit and vegetable drawers
eButter and cheese compartment
fDoor shelf/egg tray
gHalf-width door shelf (depending on model)
hOn/Off and temperature selector, interior lighting and winter setting switch
iBottle shelf

Guide to the appliance
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Control element
aOn/Off and temperature selector
bWinter setting rocker switch (only on appliances with a freezer compartment)
cLight contact switch

Switching on and off
19
Before using for the first time
Packaging material
Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
Protective foil
The stainless steel trim to the interior
shelves and the door shelves has a
layer of protective foil to prevent dam-
age during transportation.
Carefully remove the protective foil
from the stainless steel trim.
Cleaning
Please refer to the relevant instruc-
tions in “Cleaning and care”.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.
Switching on
To enable the temperature to get suf-
ficiently cold inside the appliance, al-
low the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it.
Turn the On/Off and temperature se-
lector in a clockwise direction away
from the “0” position.
The higher the setting, the lower the
temperature in the appliance.
The appliance will start cooling.
The interior lighting will come on when
the door is opened.
Switching off
Turn the On/Off and temperature se-
lector from “1” to “0”. You must meet
a little resistance as you do so.
The interior lighting will go out and the
cooling process will be switched off.
Switching off for longer peri-
ods of time
If, during a long absence, the refri-
geration appliance is switched off
but not cleaned and the door(s) left
shut, there is a risk of mould forming
inside the appliance.
It is essential to clean the refrigera-
tion appliance.
If the refrigeration appliance is not go-
ing to be used for a longer period of
time, observe the following:
Switch the refrigeration appliance off.
Switch off at the wall socket and
withdraw the plug from the socket, or
disconnect the fuse.
Defrost the freezer compartment (de-
pending on model).
Clean the refrigeration appliance and
leave the door ajar to air the appli-
ance and avoid odours building up in-
side.

The correct temperature
20
It is very important to set the correct
temperature for storing food in the ap-
pliance. Bacteria will cause food which
is not stored at the correct temperature
to deteriorate rapidly. Temperature influ-
ences the growth rate of these bacteria.
Reducing the temperature reduces their
growth rate.
The temperature in the refrigeration ap-
pliance will rise:
– The more often the appliance 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 be-
ing put into it
– The higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the refrigeration appli-
ance This refrigeration appliance is
designed for use within specific am-
bient temperatures (climate range).
Do not use in ambient temperatures
for which it is not designed.
...in the refrigerator section
We recommend a temperature of 4°C
in the refrigerator section.
If you want to check the temperature in-
side the appliance place a thermometer
in a glass of water and then place the
glass in the middle of the refrigerator.
After about 24 hours, the thermometer
will show the approximate temperature
in the refrigerator.
Bathwater and other household ther-
mometers are not very accurate. It is
best to use an electronic thermometer.
Do not measure the temperature of the
air in the appliance. The result will not
reflect the temperature in the food.
Try to open the door as little as pos-
sible during the measuring period, as
warm room air will enter the refriger-
ator every time the door is opened.