Miele GT 263 ES Instructions d'exploitation

Operating and installation instructionsChest freezerwith "Stop Frost" SystemGT 263 ESIt is essential to read theseoperating instructions bef

Normal energy consumption Increased energyconsumptionInstallation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room.Protected from direct s

Normal energyconsumptionIncreased energyconsumptionDefrosting Defrost the freezer when a layer ofice one centimetre thick has builtup.A layer of ice h

Before using for the first time^Clean the appliance interior and allaccessories. Use warm water and alittle washing up liquid and dry with asoft cloth

. . . in the freezerIt is very important to set the correcttemperature for storing food in thefreezer. Micro organisms will causefood which is not sto

If the freezer has very little foodstored in it and for this reason thetemperature selector has been set at"Spar" (Economy), it is veryimpor

Your appliance has been fitted with awarning system which ensures that thetemperature in the freezer cannot riseunnoticed. The warning light will come

Freezing fresh foodFresh food should be frozen as quicklyas possible. This way the nutritionalvalue of the food, its vitamin content,appearance and ta

BasketsThe baskets make it easier to arrangethe food in the freezer.^Hang the baskets by hooking thehandles on to the rim of the freezer,or^Stack the

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

–Do not season fresh foods orblanched vegetables beforefreezing. Only season cooked foodlightly before freezing but careshould be taken as the taste o

Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Caring for the environment . . . . .

DefrostingFrozen food can be defrosted indifferent ways:–in the microwave oven,–in the oven using the "Fan" or"Defrost" setting,–a

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

We do not recommend the use ofhot air blowers such as hairdryersfor defrosting your freezer.Never place electric heaters orcandles in the appliance to

Never use cleaning agentscontaining abrasive substancessuch as sand, soda, acids orchemical solvents."Non-abrasive" cleaning agents arealso

After cleaning^Close the lid and insert the mainsplug in the socket.^Switch on the super freeze functionso that the freezer can cool downquickly.The s

Repairs to electrical appliancesshould only be carried out by asuitably qualified and competentperson in accordance with local andnational safety regu

...food has frozen together.Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoonhandle or plastic scraper to carefullyprise it apart.. . . there is a thick layer of i

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 accordance with local andnational sa

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Electrical connection. . . . . .

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

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a Super freeze switch with indicatorlightb Warning lighte Interior lightingf Lock(optional extra which can be fitted bya service technician)c In-opera

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

Before connecting the appliance tothe mains supply, make sure thatthe rating on the data platecorresponds to the voltage andfrequency of the household

Do not take ice cubes out with yourbare hands and never place icecubes or ice lollies in your mouthstraight from the freezer.The very low temperature

Do not block the ventilation gap inthe appliance as this would impairthe efficiency of the appliance, increasethe electricity consumption and couldcau