Miele FN 12540 S Installation Manual

Operating and installation instructionsFrost-free freezerFN 12540 SFN 12740 SFN 12940 STo avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the appliance, it is

~The appliance is designed for usewithin certain climate ranges (ambienttemperatures), and should not be usedoutside this range. The climate rangefor

Normal energyconsumptionIncreased energyconsumptionInstallation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room.Protected from direct sun

Before using for the first timeImportant:To ensure the correct functioning ofthe appliance, let it stand forbetween 1½ and 2 hours aftertransporting i

It is very important to set the correcttemperature for storing food in theappliance. Micro-organisms will causefood which is not stored at the correct

Temperature displayThe temperature display on thecontrol panel always shows therequired temperature.The temperature can be adjusted from:-15 °C to -32

Your appliance has been fitted with awarning system which ensures that thetemperature in the freezer cannot riseunnoticed. An alarm will sound, and th

Switch the Super freeze function onbefore putting fresh food into thefreezer.This helps food to freeze quickly andretain its nutrients, vitamins, flav

Maximum freezing capacityTo ensure that fresh food placed in thefreezer freezes through to the core asquickly as possible, the maximumfreezing capacit

Do not store food in the "inactive"drawers. The temperature is notcontrolled in these drawers and foodstored in them would soondeteriorate.E

Home freezingOnly freeze fresh food which is in agood condition.Hints on home freezing–The following types of food aresuitable for freezing:Fresh meat

Guide to the appliance ...4Caring for the environment...5Warning and

Before placing food in the freezer^When freezing more than 2 kg offresh food, switch on the Superfreeze function for some time beforeplacing the food

Freezer calendarThe freezer calendar on the freezerdrawer gives the length of time inmonths which various foods can bestored for effectively.Where the

Cooling drinksWhen cooling drinks quickly, make surebottles are not left in the freezer formore than one hour, as they couldburst.Cool packThe cool pa

This freezer is equipped with a Frostfree system. The freezer defrostsautomatically.The moisture generated by defrostingsettles on the condensor and i

A range of Miele cleaning andconditioning agents is available fromthe Miele UK Spare PartsDepartment or via the internet atwww.miele-shop.com.Make sur

Door sealDo not use any oils or grease on thedoor seal. These will cause the sealto deteriorate and become porousover time.The door seal should be cle

Repairs to electrical appliancesshould only be carried out by asuitably qualified and competentperson in strict accordance withcurrent local and natio

. . . the alarm sounds and the alarmindicator light flashes.The temperature in the freezer is toowarm, because^the door has been opened toofrequently.

. . . the Super freeze indicator lightdoes not light up, even though theappliance is working.^The indicator light is defective. Callthe Service Depart

Normal noises What causes themBrrrrr... Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise canget louder for brief periods when the motor is swi

Problem solving guide ...26Noises ...29After Sales / Gu

In the event of a fault which you cannotcorrect yourself, or if the appliance isunder guarantee, please contact:–your Miele Dealeror–Miele(see back co

Electrical connection U.K.All electrical work should be carried outby a suitably qualified and competentperson in strict accordance with currentlocal

Do not place any appliance whichgives off heat, such as a toaster ormicrowave oven, on top of thisappliance, as this would increasethe appliance'

Climate rangeThe appliance is designed for usewithin certain climate ranges (ambienttemperatures), and should not be usedoutside this range. The clima

Appliance dimensionsABCFN 12540 S 1555 mm 697 mm 750 mmFN 12740 S 1751 mm 697 mm 750 mmFN 12940 S 1947 mm 697 mm 750 mmInstallation34

The appliance is supplied right-handhinged. If left-hand door hinging isrequired, follow the instructions below.To change the door hinging you willnee

Changing over the door^Remove cover a by pulling itforwards.^ Pull cover b off.Caution. The door is not secure assoon as the hinge pin is removed.^ Wi

^ Unscrew upper hinge pin a usingthe spanner supplied.^ Using a screwdriver remove coversb.^ Refit covers b from the back on theopposite side, and the

Refitting the handlePlease make sure you follow theinstructions below carefully whenyou refit the handle. The door sealwill be damaged if the handle i

The appliance door can be aligned tothe housing using the outer long slots inthe lower hinge plate.In the following illustration the dooris not shown

a On/Off buttonb Temperature selector buttonc Temperature displaya Lightingb Frost-free systemc Freezer drawers (number willdepend on model)d Super fr

a Top boxb Appliancec Housing unitd WallThe appliance can be installed in akitchen run. To match the height of therest of the kitchen, the appliance c

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Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly fordisposal, and

This appliance complies with allrelevant legal safety requirements.Improper use can, however, presenta risk of both personal injury andmaterial damage

Technical safety~Before setting up the appliance,check it for any externally visibledamage. Do not install and use adamaged appliance.It could be dang

~The electrical safety of thisappliance can only be guaranteedwhen continuity is complete between itand an effective earthing system whichcomplies wit

Correct use~Never handle frozen food with wethands. Your hands may freeze to thefrozen food. Danger of frost burn.~Do not take ice cubes out with your