Cleaning The Ventilation Gaps; Cleaning The Compressor And Metal Grille At The Back Of The Appliance; Cleaning The Door Seal; After Cleaning - Miele K 12012 S-2 Operating And Installation Instructions

Cleaning and care

Cleaning the ventilation gaps

A build-up of dust will increase the en-
ergy consumption of the appliance.
 The ventilation gaps should be
cleaned on a regular basis with a
brush or vacuum cleaner (e.g. use the
dusting brush for Miele vacuum
cleaners)
Cleaning the compressor and
metal grille at the back of the
appliance
A build-up of dust will increase the en-
ergy consumption of the appliance.
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Risk of damage as a result of in-
correct cleaning.
Cables and other components can
get broken off, bent or damaged.
Carefully clean the compressor and
metal grille.
The compressor and metal grille at the
back of the refrigeration appliance (heat
exchanger) should be dusted at least
once a year.
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Cleaning the door seal

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Risk of damage as a result of in-
correct cleaning.
If you treat the door seal with oils or
grease, it can become porous.
Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal.
 The door seal should be cleaned reg-
ularly with clean water and then
wiped dry with a cloth.

After cleaning

 Replace all shelves and accessories
in the appliance.
 Reconnect to the mains and switch
the appliance back on.
 Switch the winter setting on to help
the freezer compartment get cold
quickly.
 Place food in the refrigerator section
and close the door.
 Place food in the freezer compart-
ment when it is cold enough and
close the appliance door.