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Miele KD 12823 S - page 1
Operating and installation instructions Fridge freezer KD 12823 S 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. 07 680 530 e n-G B ...
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Guide to the appliance .............................................4 Caring for the environment ..........................................6 Warning and Safety instructions .....................................7 How to save energy ...............................................1 2 Switching on and off ..............................................1 ...
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Defrosting .......................................................2 2 Ice cubes ........................................................2 3 Cooling drinks ....................................................2 3 Freezer tray ......................................................2 3 Cool pack ........................................................2 ...
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a On/Off button b Temperature selector button c Refrigerator section temperature display d Super freeze button and indicator light Guide to the appliance 4 ...
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a Butter and cheese compartment b Adjustable shelves c Egg tray d Door shelf e Condensate channel and drain hole f Fruit and vegetable containers g Bottle divider* h Bottle shelf i Freezer drawers * Depending on model Guide to the appliance 5 ...
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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 can normally 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! Rather than just thro ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 7
This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safety requirements. Improper use can, however, present a risk of both personal injury and material damage. 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 the installa ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 8
Technical safety ~ Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. A damaged appliance is 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 t ...
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~ The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with current local and national safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and tested regularly, and where there is any doubt, the household wiring system ...
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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. ~ ...
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~ Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they might contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health. ~ Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time. ~ Do not store cooking oil in the refri ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 12
Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20°C. Where t ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 13
Before using for the first time The stainless steel trim to the interior shelves and the door shelves has a layer of protective foil to prevent scratching during transportation. ^ 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. ^ Carefully remove the protectiv ...
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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 temperature in the appliance will rise: ...
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Super freeze Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the freezer. 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. Switching on Super freeze When ...
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Different storage zones Due to the natural circulation of the air in the appliance, there are different temperature zones in the refrigerator. Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest section of the appliance. Make use of the different zones when placing food in the appliance. Warmest area The warmest area is in the top section of the door. Use this for ...
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When shopping for food The freshness of food when first placed in the appliance is an important factor in determining how long it stays fresh. Time out of the refrigerator e.g. during transportation should be kept to a minimum. For example, do not allow food to stay in a hot car for too long. Once food has started to deteriorate, this process canno ...
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Unpacked meats and vegetables Unpackaged meat and vegetables should be stored separately. To avoid any microbiological cross-contamination, these foods may only be stored together if they are wrapped. Protein rich foods Please note that foods rich in protein deteriorate faster than others. Shellfish, for example, deteriorates faster than fish, and ...
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Moving the shelves The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. ^ Raise the shelf, and pull it forwards slightly until the notch at the side is in line with the shelf support. It can then be raised or lowered to the required level. The raised edge at the back must face upwards to prevent food from touching the back of the applia ...
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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. The maximum freezing capacity for freezing within a 24-hour period is given on the data plate: "Freezing capacity ....kg/24 hrs". The maximum freezing capacity gi ...
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Home freezing Only freeze fresh food which is in a 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 suitab ...
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Before placing food in the freezer ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of fresh food, switch on the Super freeze function for some time before placing the food in the freezer (see "Super freeze"). This helps food that is already in the freezer section to stay frozen. Placing food in the freezer Food to be frozen can be placed anywhere in the f ...
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Most vegetables can be cooked while still frozen. Just put straight into boiling water or hot fat. The cooking time is slightly less than that of fresh vegetables due to changes in the cell structure. Never re-freeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defrosted food as soon as possible as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if left ...
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Cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut. Place the cool pack in the upper drawer directly on top of food, or in the freezer tray to save space. The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx. 24 hours. If there is a power cut, place the c ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 25
Refrigerator section The refrigerator defrosts automatically. Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section whilst it is in use. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the refrigerator. The condensate is drained away via a channel and drain hole in ...
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To defrost Carry out the defrosting procedure as quickly as possible if food has not been placed in another freezer. The longer the food is left out at room temperature, the faster it defrosts. ^ Switch the appliance off using the On/Off button, switch off at the socket and remove the plug. ^ Open the freezer section door. To speed up defrosting, t ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 27
^ A range of Miele branded cleaning agents, including a microfibre "E-Cloth", is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department, or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com. Never use cleaning agents containing abrasive substances such as sand, soda, acids chlorides or chemical solvents. "Non-abrasive" cleaning agents are also ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 28
Metal grille at the back of the appliance The metal grille at the back of the appliance (heat exchanger) should be dusted at least once a year. A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance. ^ When cleaning the grille, make sure that the pipework and other components do not get broken or damaged in any way. Door seals Do ...
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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. What to do i f... . . . the appliance does n ...
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. . . the frozen food is thawing because the freezer section is too warm. ^ Is the room temperature lower than the ambient temperature for which the appliance is designed? If so, raise the temperature of the room. Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long, causing the freezer section to become to ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 31
Lamp specification: 220 - 240 V, E 14 fitting See the old lamp for the Wattage required. ^ Replace the lamp cover a . . . . the floor of the refrigerator is wet. The drain hole is blocked. ^ Clean the condensate channel and drain hole. If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions, please contact the Miele Service Departmen ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 32
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. Sssrrrr ...
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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). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your applianc ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 34
Electrical connection U.K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety (BS 7671 in the UK). 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. The voltage and frequenc ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 35
Do not place any appliance which gives off heat, such as a toaster or microwave oven, on top of this appliance, as this would increase the appliance's energy consumption. This appliance must not be installed directly next to another refrigerator or freezer. It does not have side-wall heating, so installation next to another refrigerator or fre ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 36
Climate range The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance. Climate range Ambient room temperature SN N ST T SN-ST SN-T +10°C to +32°C +16°C to +32°C +16°C to +38°C +16°C to ...
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Appliance dimensions ABC KD 12823 S 1817 mm 600 mm 631 mm Installation 37 ...
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The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. To change the door hinging you will need the following tools : – a cross-slotted screwdriver, – a flat-bladed screwdriver, – a selection of Torx screwdrivers, – a spanner. Two people are needed for changing the door hinging. Re ...
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Miele KD 12823 S - page 39
To remove the doors: Make sure the door shelves are empty. ^ Close the upper door. ^ Remove cover a by sliding it forwards from the back and then lifting it off. ^ Remove cover b by pulling it upwards. Caution. The upper door is not secure as soon as the upper hinge plate is removed. ^ Loosen screws d in upper hinge plate c and pull it upwards and ...
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^ Close the lower appliance door. ^ Pull plastic cover h off. ^ Pull the middle hinge pin i upwards to remove it. ^ Carefully lift the lower door off and place it to one side. ^ Pull cover j off. ^ Unscrew hinge plate k , turn it through 180° and fit it on the opposite side. ^ Turn plastic cover h 180° and refit it in the centre of hinge plate k ...
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Changing over the doors: ^ Remove cover a by pulling it forwards. ^ With the help of another person, carefully tilt the appliance backwards and pull hinge pin b out. ^ Do not lose hinge bush c . ^ Undo screws d and take hinge plate e off. ^ Remove cover f and fit it into the holes on the opposite side. ^ Unscrew bearing g from hinge plate e and scr ...
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^ Fit hinge plate c onto the opposite side and secure it with screws d . If necessary drill pilot holes for the screws or use a battery operated screwdriver. ^ Fit covers a and b to their opposite sides. ^ Align the door with the appliance housing using the long slots in the lower hinge plate. Then tighten the screws. Refitting the handle: Please m ...
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It is important to check that the side section of the handle d does not come into contact with the door seal when opening the door, as this would damage the door seal permanently. If, after you have refitted the handle, you find that the side section does touch the door seal when the door is opened: Realign mounting plate c with grub screws a until ...
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The appliance doors can be aligned with the housing at a later date. In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what happens next. To align the lower door use the long outer slots in the lower hinge plate: ^ Remove centre screw a from the hinge plate. ^ Slightly loosen both outer screws b . ^ ...
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a Top box b Appliance c Housing unit d Wall The appliance can be installed in a kitchen run. To match the height of the rest of the kitchen, the appliance can be fitted with a suitable top box a . A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm depth must be allowed for behind the appliance across the entire width of the top box for air to circulate. The cross ...
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