Miele GT5242 S Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsChest freezerwith "Stop Frost" systemGT 5xx2 SGT 5xx4 SGT 5xx6 STo avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the applian

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

~Do not block the ventilation gap inthe appliance as this would impair theefficiency of the appliance, increase theelectricity consumption and couldca

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

Before using for the first time^Clean the appliance interior and allaccessories with lukewarm water anda little washing-up liquid, and thendry with a

Switching off for longerperiods of timeIf the appliance is not going to be usedfor a longer period of time, e.g. whilston holiday^disconnect it from t

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

To check the temperature inside thefreezer,^place a thermometer on the frozenfood nearest the top of the freezer.After about 24 hours, the thermometer

Your appliance is fitted with a warningsystem which ensures that thetemperature in the freezer cannot riseunnoticed. The alarm indicator light willcom

Super freezeSwitch on Super freeze before puttingfresh food into the freezer.This helps food to freeze quickly andretain its nutrients, vitamins, flav

BasketsThe baskets make it easier to arrangethe food in the freezer.^ Position the baskets by hooking thehandles onto the rim of the freezer.You can a

Guide to the appliance ...4Caring for the environment...6Warning and

Separate freezing sectionYou can use the freezer tray to create aseparate section for freezing smallquantities of fresh food (up to 2 kg).Separating f

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

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

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

Cooling drinksWhen cooling drinks quickly, make surebottles are not left in the freezer formore than one hour, as they couldburst.Freezer trayThe free

"Stop Frost" systemIn normal use, ice and frost will form onthe evaporator plates. If allowed toaccumulate, this will impair theefficiency o

Do not use a steam-cleaningappliance to aid the defrostingprocess. Steam could reach theelectrical components and cause ashort circuit.Never place ele

Make sure that no water canpenetrate into the electronic unit orinto the ventilation grille.Do not use steam cleaningapparatus to clean the appliance.

After cleaning^Close the lid.^Reconnect the appliance to themains and switch it on.^Switch on the Super freeze functionso that the freezer can cool do

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

Problem solving guide ...29Noises ...31After sales serv

. . . there is a thick layer of ice in thefreezer.^Check that the lid has been properlyclosed.^Defrost and then clean the freezer.Too thick a layer of

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

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

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

LocationThe appliance should be installed on alevel and stable surface.Do not install the appliance up againstother appliances or units. There mustbe

VentilationTo ensure efficient operation theappliance requires sufficient ventilation:–the gap between the bottom edge ofthe freezer and the floor on

Appliance DimensionsABCGT 5242 S 919 mm 873 mm 770 mmGT 5282 S 919 mm 999 mm 770 mmGT 5244 S 919 mm 873 mm 770 mmGT 5284 S 919 mm 999 mm 770 mmGT 5354

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a In-operation indicator lightb Alarm indicator lighte Control panel integrated in thehandlef Interior lightingg Lock *c Super freeze button with indi

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Lock(depending on model)The lock is fitted with a safetymechanism:^ Press and hold the a button.^ Turn the key 90°clockwise.The freezer is now locked.

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 anddamage to prope

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 correctly earthed. It is mostimportant that this basic safetyrequirement is observe