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Operating and installation instructions Freezer F 5122 Ui en - GB 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.
Guide to the appliance a Temperature selector c Super freeze button with indicator light b On/Off button with indicator light d Alarm off button with indicator light e Temperature display g Additional storage compartment (e.g. for storing cool packs) f Freezer drawers with h Ventilation grille freezer calendar...
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for human health and to the environment.
It must only be used as a domestic appliance to store deep frozen food, to freeze fresh food and to prepare ice. Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable...
Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of Before setting up the appliance, combustible gases building up. check it for any externally visible For every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m damage.
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Faulty components must only be observed and regularly tested and replaced by genuine Miele original where there is any doubt, the spare parts. The manufacturer can only household wiring system should be guarantee the safety of the appliance inspected by a qualified electrician.
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Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids Never handle frozen food with wet which could freeze in the freezer. The hands. Your hands may freeze to the cans or bottles could explode. frozen food.
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Warning and Safety instructions Disposing of your old This appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient appliance temperatures), and should not be used Before disposing of an old outside this range. The climate range appliance, first make the door latch or for your appliance is stated on the data lock unusable.
How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not near to a heat source (radiator, Near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
Switching on and off Before using for the first time Cool pack ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and Place the cool packs in the freezer. The the accessories with lukewarm water cool packs will be at their most effective and a little washing-up liquid, and after they have been in the freezer for then dry with a soft cloth.
The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct – the higher the ambient temperature temperature for storing food in the surrounding the appliance. appliance. Micro-organisms will cause The appliance is designed for use in food which is not stored at the correct specific ambient temperatures temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
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: –...
Alarm Switching the alarm off early Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the ^ Press the alarm off button in. temperature in the freezer cannot rise unnoticed. The alarm will stop. The alarm-off indicator light will not go out until the Switching on the alarm system set temperature range has been reached.
Super freeze Super freeze Switching off Super freeze ^ Press and release the Super freeze Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the button. The Super freeze indicator freezer. light will go out, and the appliance will continue to operate at normal This helps food to freeze quickly and power.
Freezing and storing food shrink less. Make sure that all the freezer As there is not so much moisture, it is drawers are fully pushed in. This is easier for the food to reabsorb it during important for efficient air circulation the defrosting process, and very little in the freezer.
Freezing and storing food Home freezing lightly before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some Only freeze fresh food which is in good spices alters when frozen. condition. – Do not place hot food or drinks in the Hints on home freezing freezer.
Freezing and storing food Freezer calendar Placing food in the freezer Food to be frozen can be placed The freezer calendar on the freezer anywhere in the freezer. Large drawer gives the length of time in quantities can be placed directly on the months which various foods can be evaporator plates to freeze the food stored for effectively.
Freezing and storing food Poultry It is particularly important to gently or by holding it under cold observe food hygiene rules when running water for a short while. defrosting poultry. Do not use the liquid from defrosted poultry. Pour it away Cooling drinks and wash the container it was in, the When cooling drinks quickly, make sure...
Defrosting the appliance In normal use, ice and frost will form on To defrost the evaporator plates. If allowed to Carry out the defrosting procedure accumulate, this will impair the efficiency of the freezer and increase as quickly as possible if food has not been placed in another freezer.
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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.
Cleaning and care – sharp metal scrapers. A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products is Before cleaning available to order from Miele or ^ Switch the appliance off. www.miele-shop.com. ^ Disconnect it from the mains. Make sure that water cannot get into ^ Take any frozen food out of the the electronics.
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.
^ Check that the fuse is not defective indicator light is on. and that the mains fuse has not The temperature has risen above the tripped. If it has, contact the Miele setting on the temperature dial because Service Department. ^ the door has been opened too .
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If you still cannot remedy the fault is not on. having followed these suggestions, ^ Check if the Super freeze indicator please contact the Miele Service light comes on when you press the Department. Super freeze button. If it does, then the indicator light for To prevent unnecessary loss of the On/Off button is defective.
Noises Normal noises What causes them Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can Brrrrr... 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.
In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact: – your Miele Dealer – Miele (see back cover for contact details). Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes (UK only).
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.
^ Check that all parts at the back of the installation instructions and that the appliance are unhindered. Carefully handle is fitted correctly. Should you remove any hindrance. require further assistance please contact your Miele customer service centre.
Building in dimensions With a building under height of A furniture front panel is required for 820 mm the plinth height can be set installing the appliance as an between 100 - 170 mm. integrated unit. If the appliance is With a plinth height of exactly 100 mm, installed at the end of a run of kitchen the plinth can be fitted without altering...
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.
Maximum weight of Appliance 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...
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Installing the appliance ^ Increase the height of the appliance ^ Use the countersunk screws supplied a to secure the appliance to the using the adjustable feet until the top of the appliance lies directly under worktop. the worktop (A). To increase the height –...
If the building-under height A = 820 original Miele ventilation grille. mm and the plinth facing height b is greater than 100 mm a cut-out has to be made in the plinth facing.
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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. ^ Use pliers to remove the vertical ribs ^ Position the plinth facing along the run of kitchen units a.
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. ^ Use the screws to secure both brackets b to the underside of the appliance door.
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 ^ Align the furniture door with gap of 4.0 mm (see detail).
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