Operating and installation instructions Freezer F 5122 Ui To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these operating instructions before it is installed or used for the first time. Downloaded from Fridge-Manual.com Manuals en - GB M.-Nr.
Contents Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 How to save energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 After Sales/Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Electrical connection . . . . .
Guide to the appliance a Temperature selector b On/Off button with indicator light e Temperature display f Freezer drawers with freezer calendar c Super freeze button with indicator light d Alarm off button with indicator light g Additional storage compartment (e.g. for storing cool packs) h Ventilation grille Downloaded from Fridge-Manual.
Caring for the environment 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.
Warning and Safety instructions This appliance complies with all relevant legal safety requirements. Improper use can, however, present a risk of both personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, operation and maintenance. Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.
Warning and Safety instructions 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 service technician authorised by the manufacturer to protect the user from danger. ~ This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ 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).
Warning and Safety instructions Correct use ~ Never handle frozen food with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food. Danger of frost burn. ~ 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. The very low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost burn to the lips and tongue. ~ Do not refreeze thawed or partially thawed food.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ This appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature, e.g. a garage, can lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature.
How to save energy Installation site Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20°C. Where there is a high ambient room temperature. Do not cover the ventilation gaps and dust them regularly.
Switching on and off Before using for the first time Cool pack ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid, and then dry with a soft cloth. Place the cool packs in the freezer. The cool packs will be at their most effective after they have been in the freezer for approx. 24 hours. Switching on Switching off ^ Press and release the On/Off button. All the indicator lights will go out and the cooling system will switch off.
The correct 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 of these micro-organisms. Reducing the temperature reduces their growth rate. – the higher the ambient temperature surrounding the appliance. The appliance is designed for use in specific ambient temperatures (climate ranges).
The correct temperature Temperature display The temperature display inside the door shows whether the temperature inside the appliance is cold enough. This works independently of the electricity supply. A temperature above -18 °C is no cause for concern in the following circumstances: – when the appliance has just been switched on, – when the door has been left open for a short while, e.g. for removing or storing a large amount of food, – when fresh food is being frozen.
Alarm Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the freezer cannot rise unnoticed. Switching the alarm off early ^ Press the alarm off button in. Switching on the alarm system ^ Press and release the alarm off button to switch on the alarm system. Temperature alarm An alarm will sound if the temperature becomes too warm. The alarm-off indicator light will come on at the same time.
Super freeze Super freeze Switching off Super freeze Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the freezer. ^ Press and release the Super freeze button. The Super freeze indicator light will go out, and the appliance will continue to operate at normal power. This helps food to freeze quickly and retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours and appearance. Super freeze is not necessary: – when putting in food that is already frozen. – when freezing less than 2 kg fresh food daily.
Freezing and storing food Make sure that all the freezer drawers are fully pushed in. This is important for efficient air circulation in the freezer. shrink less. As there is not so much moisture, it is easier for the food to reabsorb it during the defrosting process, and very little water collects around the defrosted food. Maximum freezing capacity To ensure that fresh food placed in the freezer freezes through to the core as quickly as possible, the maximum freezing capacity must not be exceeded.
Freezing and storing food Home freezing Only freeze fresh food which is in good condition. Hints on home freezing – The following types of food are suitable for freezing: Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish, vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy products, pastry, leftovers, egg yolks, egg whites and a range of pre-cooked meals. – The following types of food are not suitable for freezing: Grapes, lettuce, radishes, sour cream, mayonnaise, eggs in their shells, onions, whole raw apples and pears.
Freezing and storing food Placing food in the freezer Freezer calendar Food to be frozen can be placed anywhere in the freezer. Large quantities can be placed directly on the evaporator plates to freeze the food quickly. To do this first take out one or several freezer drawers. The freezer calendar on the freezer drawer gives the length of time in months which various foods can be stored for effectively. Where the storage time given on the packaging differs, follow the advice on the packaging.
Freezing and storing food Poultry It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when defrosting poultry. Do not use the liquid from defrosted poultry. Pour it away and wash the container it was in, the sink and your hands. Danger of salmonella poisoning. Fruit should be defrosted at room temperature in its packaging, or in a covered bowl. Most vegetables can be cooked while still frozen. Just put straight into boiling water or hot fat.
Defrosting the appliance In normal use, ice and frost will form on the evaporator plates. If allowed to accumulate, this will impair the efficiency of the freezer and increase the consumption of electricity. Do not scrape ice and frost off the evaporator plates as this can damage them and render the appliance unusable. The freezer should be defrosted from time to time. It must be defrosted if a layer of ice approx. 0.5 cm thick has accumulated.
Defrosting the appliance Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain substances which may damage the plastic parts and which may cause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health. After defrosting ^ Take the bottom drawer out of the appliance and empty it. ^ Use a sponge or towel to soak up any water from defrosting still in the appliance. ^ Clean the appliance, and then dry it thoroughly. ^ Plug the appliance in again, and switch on using the On/Off button.
Cleaning and care – sharp metal scrapers. A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products is available to order from Miele or www.miele-shop.com. Make sure that water cannot get into the electronics. Never use steam cleaning apparatus to clean the appliance. Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit. The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed. It contains information which is required in the event of a service call.
Cleaning and care Door seal Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time. The door seal should be cleaned regularly with clean water and then wiped dry with a soft cloth. After cleaning ^ Close the appliance door. ^ Reconnect to the mains and switch the appliance on using the On/Off button. The indicator light will come on. ^ Switch on the Super freeze function so that the freezer can cool down quickly.
Problem solving guide . . . the temperature is too low. Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Ensure that current is not supplied to the appliance until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out. What to do if . . . . . .
Problem solving guide . . . the On/Off button indicator light is not on. ^ Check if the Super freeze indicator light comes on when you press the Super freeze button. If it does, then the indicator light for the On/Off button is defective. Call the Service Department. ^ If the Super freeze indicator light does not come on either, then check whether - the plug is correctly inserted in the socket. - the mains fuse has tripped. If it has there is a fault. Call the Service Department. . . .
Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr... Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can 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. Click.... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the motor on and off. Sssrrrrr.... On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance. Creak ...
After Sales/Guarantee In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact: – your Miele Dealer or – Miele (see back cover for contact details). Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes (UK only). When contacting your Dealer or the Miele Customer Contact Centre, please quote the model and serial number of your machine. This information is given on the data plate.
Electrical connection The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an a.c. single phase 220 – 240 V 50 Hz supply. Connection should be made via a fused plug and suitable switched socket which is easily accessible after installation. For extra safety it is advisable to install a suitable residual current device (RCD). Connection should be made via a fused plug and suitable switched socket which is easily accessible.
Installation tips Climate range This appliance must be built in, otherwise it could tip up. Location This appliance should be installed in a dry, well-ventilated room. It should not be installed where it is exposed to direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a heat-producing appliance such as an oven or a radiator. The room temperature should not go above or below the climate range for which the appliance is designed.
Building in dimensions With a building under height of 820 mm the plinth height can be set between 100 - 170 mm. With a plinth height of exactly 100 mm, the plinth can be fitted without altering it. With a height > 100 mm a cutout for ventilation must be provided in the plinth (see "Appliance installation"). A building under height of 870 mm is obtained by adjusting the appliance feet. This increases the height of the plinth, which, in this case, can be 150 220 mm.
Changing the door hinging Before installing the appliance decide on the door hinging. If left hand door hinging is required follow the instructions below. ^ Unscrew the hinges a at the top and bottom of the door and the appliance. ^ Fit the screws b loosely into the opposite side. ^ Refit the hinges on the diagonally opposite side of the door and then tighten them. ^ Refit the appliance door onto pre-fitted screws b, then tighten the screws. ^ Fit the covers supplied c into the holes.
Installing the appliance Weight of the furniture door Installation Before fitting a furniture door, ensure that the weight of the door does not exceed the maximum permitted: Appliance Maximum weight of furniture door in kg F 5122 Ui 19 kg Fitting a door which is heavier than the maximum permitted could damage the hinges. Preparing the appliance A B ^ Bend both fixing tabs at the top of the appliance forwards as far as they will go.
Installing the appliance ^ Increase the height of the appliance using the adjustable feet until the top of the appliance lies directly under the worktop (A). ^ Use the countersunk screws supplied a to secure the appliance to the worktop. To increase the height – of the front screw feet a turn them anti-clockwise with a suitable spanner. – of the rear left screw foot insert the hex nut supplied into the opening at the front of the appliance b and using a hex spanner turn it anti-clockwise.
Installing the appliance Fitting the plinth facing To ensure trouble-free operation of the appliance it is essential to fit the original Miele ventilation grille. The height of the plinth facing has to be altered in the following circumtances: If the building-under height A = 820 mm and the plinth facing height b is greater than 100 mm a cut-out has to be made in the plinth facing. This also applies to a building-under height A = 870 mm and plinth facing height b greater than 150 mm.
Installing the appliance ^ If the front slat on the facing does not align with the front edge of the plinth facing, cut off another slat a. ^ Position the plinth facing along the run of kitchen units a. ^ Use pliers to remove the vertical ribs b. ^ Mark the protruding section A on the ventilation grille console a with a pencil, then take the plinth facing b off again. ^ Cut protruding section A off the ventilation grille console.
Installing the appliance Fitting a furniture door If there are no pre-drilled holes in the furniture door, holes have to be drilled as shown on the following drawing: ^ Remove screws a from the underside of the appliance door. Drilling positions on framed doors ^ Use the screws to secure both brackets b to the underside of the appliance door. The brackets must be flush with the exterior of the appliance door. ^ Shorten the brackets if necessary. Downloaded from Fridge-Manual.
Installing the appliance Aligning the furniture door ^ Unscrew adjuster strip a from the appliance door and use the screws supplied to secure it to the furniture door. ^ Loosen the adjusting screws b on the appliance door until there is a gap of 4.0 mm (see detail). ^ Use the adjusting strip to hang the furniture door onto adjusting screws b. ^ Secure the furniture door at the top using screws c. ^ Secure the furniture door at the bottom using the screws supplied d fitted through the bracket.
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