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- Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Freezer To prevent 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. en – AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 198 630...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Warning and Safety instructions ................4 Caring for the environment ................. 12 How to save energy ..................... 13 Guide to the appliance..................15 Control panel......................15 Switching on and off .................... 18 Before using for the first time................. 18 Operating the appliance.................. - Page 3 Ventilation gaps...................... 40 Problem solving guide ..................42 Noises ........................49 After sales service and warranty ................ 50 Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents ........51 Demo mode ......................51 Electrical connection ................... 53 Installation advice ....................54 Side-by-side units:....................
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Page 4: Warning And Safety Instructions
They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the contents. -
Page 5: Technical Safety
The appliance is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance. - Page 6 – disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply, – ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and – call Miele. The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up.
- Page 7 Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. Installation, maintenance work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a Miele approved service technician.
- Page 8 The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is not repaired by a Miele approved service technician. Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
- Page 9 Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and "use by" dates. Use only genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.
- Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Cleaning and care 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 use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.
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Page 11: Transporting The Appliance
Warning and Safety instructions Transporting the appliance To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and in its packaging. Danger of injury and damage. The appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people. Disposal of your old appliance ... -
Page 12: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposing of your old material appliance The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances has been selected from materials which often contain materials which, if are environmentally friendly for handled or disposed of incorrectly, disposal, and can normally be recycled. -
Page 13: How To Save Energy
How to save energy Normal Increased energyconsumption energyconsumption Installation/ In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated Maintenance room. Protected from direct In direct sunlight. sunlight. Not situated near a heat Situated near a heat source source (radiator, oven). (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient Where there is a high room room temperature is approx. - Page 14 How to save energy Normal Increased energyconsumption energyconsumption Operation Drawers and shelves arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered. Only open the door when Frequent opening of the necessary and for as short a door for long periods will time as possible.
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Page 15: Guide To The Appliance
Guide to the appliance Control panel a On/Off sensor d For setting the temperature for the whole appliance ( colder), selection sensor in settings mode b Optical interface (for Service only) e For confirming a selection (OK sensor) c For switching the SuperFreeze function on and off f For setting the temperature (... - Page 16 Selection options for the keypad tone and the door and temperature alarm tones Miele@home Only visible when a communication module is fitted and signed on (see "Miele@home") SmartGrid Only visible when a communication module is fitted and signed on (see "Miele@home") Display brightness Setting the brightness of the display ...
- Page 17 Guide to the appliance a Control panel b Interior lighting c Frost-free unit d Top freezer drawer, can also be used as a freezing tray e Freezer drawers (number depends on model) This picture is an example of an appliance model.
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Page 18: Switching On And Off
Switching on and off Before using for the first time Switching on When the appliance is connected to the Packaging material electrical supply, the mains connection Remove all packaging material from symbol will appear in the display the inside of the appliance. after a short while. -
Page 19: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time
Switching on and off Switching off Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst on holiday: Touch the On/Off sensor. switch the appliance off, If this does not work, the safety lock is activated. -
Page 20: The Correct Temperature
The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct Temperature display temperature for storing food in the In normal operation the temperature appliance. Micro-organisms will cause display shows the average, current food which is not stored at the correct temperature in the freezer. -
Page 21: Setting The Temperature
The correct temperature Setting the temperature approx. 24 hours if the appliance is full before checking the temperature Use the two sensors underneath the display, as it will take this long for the display to set the temperature. appliance to give an accurate reading. By touching the sensor ... -
Page 22: Using Superfreeze
Using SuperFreeze SuperFreeze Switching off SuperFreeze The SuperFreeze function will switch Switch the SuperFreeze function on itself off automatically after before putting fresh food into the approx. 65 hours. The quantity of fresh freezer. food placed in the freezer will determine This helps food to freeze quickly and the duration before the SuperFreeze retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours... -
Page 23: Temperature And Door Alarm
Temperature and door alarm The appliance has been fitted with a However, if the temperature in the warning system which ensures that the freezer remains above -18 °C for a temperature in the freezer cannot rise long time, check that the frozen food unnoticed and to avoid energy being has not started to defrost. -
Page 24: Door Alarm
Temperature and door alarm Door alarm Switching the door alarm off early If the noise of the alarm disturbs you, An alarm will sound if the door is left you can switch the alarm off early if you open for too long. The alarm symbol wish. -
Page 25: Further Settings
Further settings Certain settings on the appliance can Safety lock only be selected in settings mode. The safety lock can be activated to prevent: When in settings mode, the door alarm and other fault messages are – switching off, automatically deactivated although –... -
Page 26: Audible Tones
Further settings Audible tones The appliance has audible tones such as the keypad tone and the door and temperature alarms. By touching either the or sensor The keypad tone and door alarm you can now set whether the safety warning tone can be switched on or off, lock is to be switched on or off: but the temperature alarm cannot be... -
Page 27: Display Brightness
Further settings Display brightness You can adjust the display brightness to suit the light conditions in the room. The display brightness can be adjusted By touching the or sensor you in steps from 1 to 3. The factory default can now select: 0: keypad tone off;... -
Page 28: Sabbath Mode
Further settings Sabbath mode The appliance offers a Sabbath mode for the purposes of religious observance. By touching the or sensor you The following are switched off: can adjust the display brightness: 1: minimum brightness – the interior lighting when the door is 2: medium brightness opened 3: maximum brightness... - Page 29 Further settings Switching on Sabbath mode As soon as the symbol goes out in the display after 3 seconds, Sabbath mode is switched on. Switch off Sabbath mode after the Sabbath has passed. Touch the settings sensor. Switching off Sabbath mode All selectable symbols appear in the display and the ...
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Page 30: Adjusting The Interior Fittings
Adjusting the interior fittings Removing freezer drawers on Removing the shelves telescopic runners The shelves can be removed. Some of the freezer drawers are on Lift the shelf slightly at the front and telescopic runners and can be removed then pull it forwards and out. -
Page 31: Freezing And Storing Food
Freezing and storing food Freezing fresh food Never refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defrosted Fresh food should be frozen as quickly food as soon as possible as it will as possible. This way the nutritional lose its nutritional value and spoil if value of the food, its vitamin content, left for too long. -
Page 32: Home Freezing
Freezing and storing food Home freezing before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some spices Only freeze fresh food which is in a alters when frozen. good condition. – Placing hot foods or drinks in the freezer causes food that is already Tips on home freezing frozen to partially thaw and increases... -
Page 33: Before Placing Food In The Freezer
Freezing and storing food Make a note of the contents and the When placing food on the shelves, date of freezing on the packaging. make sure that you do not block the ventilation slits in the back wall of Before placing food in the freezer the appliance. -
Page 34: Defrosting
Freezing and storing food Defrosting Never refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defrosted Frozen food can be defrosted in food as soon as possible as it will different ways: lose its nutritional value and spoil if – in a microwave oven, left for too long. -
Page 35: Making Ice Cubes
Freezing and storing food Making ice cubes Cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut, thus extending the time for which food can be stored without power to the appliance. ... -
Page 36: Automatic Defrosting
Automatic defrosting The appliance is equipped with a "NoFrost" system. The freezer defrosts automatically. The moisture generated by defrosting collects in the condenser and is automatically dissipated by the condenser from time to time. This automatic defrosting system enables the freezer to remain permanently ice-free. -
Page 37: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Cleaning agents Do not let water get into the electronic unit or the lighting. To avoid damaging the surfaces of your appliance, do not use: Cleaning water must not get into the – cleaning agents containing soda, drain hole. -
Page 38: Before Cleaning
Cleaning and care Before cleaning To remove the telescopic runners: Switch the appliance off. The display goes dark and the cooling is switched off. If this is not the case, the safety lock is on (see "Further settings - Switching the safety lock on/off). -
Page 39: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories
Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and accessories Clean the appliance at least once a month. Clean up any spills, stains or food immediately. Do not allow them to dry and stick to the appliance. Clean the interior with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid applied with a soft sponge. -
Page 40: Door Seal
Cleaning and care The ice cube tray is dishwasher safe. Door seal The maximum temperature of the Do not use any oils or grease on the dishwashing programme selected door seals as these will cause the must not exceed 55 °C. seals to deteriorate and become porous over time. -
Page 41: After Cleaning
Cleaning and care After cleaning Slide all shelves back into the appliance. Close the appliance door. Reconnect to the mains and switch the appliance back on. Switch on the SuperFreeze function so that the freezer can cool down quickly. -
Page 42: Problem Solving Guide
Miele. If, after consulting this guide, you cannot remedy the problem, please contact Miele. Please note, however, that a call-out fee will be applied to unnecessary service visits where the problem could have been rectified as described in these operating instructions. - Page 43 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy The compressor runs This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressor continuously. runs at a lower speed, but for longer, when less cooling is required. The compressor is The ventilation gaps in the housing unit have been switching on more covered or become too dusty.
- Page 44 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy The compressor is The temperature setting is too low. switching on more Correct the temperature setting. frequently and for The door is not properly closed. longer periods of time, Check whether the appliance door closes so the temperature in properly.
- Page 45 Possible cause and remedy "F0 to F9" appears in There is a fault. the display. Call Miele. The alarm symbol The door alarm has been activated. lights up in the display Close the appliance door. The alarm symbol ...
- Page 46 Problem solving guide Messages in the display Problem Possible cause and remedy The mains connection The temperature in the appliance in the previous days or hours has risen too high because of a power cut or symbol , appears and the alarm sounds.
- Page 47 If this is not the case, then there is a fault. Danger of injury and damage! The LED lighting may only be repaired or replaced by a Miele authorised service technician. There are live electrical components under the lighting cover. Do not remove the cover. If the cover is damaged or needs to be removed due to damage, exercise caution.
- Page 48 Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause and remedy The door to the freezer This is not a fault. The suction caused by opening section will not open and closing the door is preventing the door from because it has been opening.
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Page 49: Noises
Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches Blubb, blubb ... A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes. -
Page 50: After Sales Service And Warranty
2 years. Miele. For more information on the – Ihren Miele Fachhändler oder manufacturer's warranty specific to your country, please contact Miele. – den Miele Werkkundendienst. See the end of this booklet for contact See back of this booklet for contact details. -
Page 51: Information For Miele Centers And Chartered Agents
Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents Demo mode The appliance can be demonstrated in the showroom or at exhibitions in "Demo mode". In this mode the control Place your finger on the sensor, panel and interior lighting are active but and leave it there. - Page 52 Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents Switching off Demo mode The symbol is illuminated in the display. Touch the or sensor so that 0 appears in the display (Demo mode is inactive). Touch the settings sensor.
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Page 53: Electrical Connection
Electrical connection The appliance is supplied with a mains Do not connect the appliance to the cable and moulded plug ready for mains electricity supply by an extension connection to an AC single phase 220 – lead. Extension leads do not guarantee 240 V 50 Hz supply. -
Page 54: Installation Advice
It should not niche. be installed where it is exposed to direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a Please contact Miele for information heat-producing appliance such as an on which combinations are suitable oven or a radiator. The room for your appliance. - Page 55 Installation advice Climate range Important! In environments with high humidity condensation can build The appliance is designed for use up on external appliance panels. This within a certain climate range (ambient can lead to corrosion of the panels. temperature) and should not be used outside this range.
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Page 56: Ventilation
Installation advice Ventilation airflow of at least 200 cm² to ensure that air can circulate without The ventilation gaps given must be hindrance. adhered to, otherwise the If ventilation grilles are to be inserted compressor will be activated more into the ventilation gaps, the frequently and for longer periods. -
Page 57: Before Installing The Appliance
Installation advice Top ventilation cross-section Before installing the appliance The top ventilation cross-section can Take the accessory pack which be achieved in various ways: includes installation parts and other accessories out of the appliance and remove the packaging strap holding the door in place. -
Page 58: Does Your Old Appliance Have A Different Hinging Mechanism
Remove the old hinges from the housing unit. They are no longer required because the furniture door will now be fitted to the appliance door. All the necessary parts are supplied or can be ordered from Miele. -
Page 59: Building-In Dimensions
Building-in dimensions * The declared energy consumption was calculated in a 560 mm deep niche (valid for EU only). The appliance is fully functional in a 550 mm niche but the energy consumption will be slightly higher. Before installation, ensure the building-in niche matches the required dimensions. -
Page 60: Limiting The Opening Angle Of The Door
Limiting the opening angle of the door The door hinges are set at the factory to enable the door to be opened wide. If the opening angle of the door needs to be limited for any reason, the hinge can be adjusted to accommodate this. However, if the appliance door hits an adjacent wall when opened, for example, the opening angle can be... -
Page 61: Changing The Door Hinging
Changing the door hinging Two people are needed for changing the door hinging. The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand hinging is required, the hinges must be changed. To change the door hinging, you will need the following tools: ... - Page 62 Changing the door hinging Removing the soft-close mechanism Warning! The soft-close mechanism snaps shut when dismantled. Danger of injury! Place the door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. Unscrew the screws completely. Place the fixing element on the opposite side and loosely screw in the screws .
- Page 63 Changing the door hinging Securing the soft-close mechanism Now turn over the appliance door so that the outer side faces downwards. Unscrew the ball joint and screw it into the adjacent hole. Now turn over the appliance door so that the outer side faces upwards (hinges remain open).
- Page 64 Changing the door hinging Hang the appliance door onto the pre-fitted screws and , and securely tighten the screws and . Replace covers , and . Refit the locking pins in the top of the hinges to prevent the doors opening too far.
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Page 65: Installing The Appliance
Installing the appliance To install the appliance, you will need Two people are required for installing the following tools: the appliance. Install the appliance in a stable, solid housing unit, positioned on an even and level floor. Secure the housing unit against tipping. - Page 66 Installing the appliance You will require the following – for mounting the appliance doors: installation components All installation components are designated by numbers. Each component's number can also be found in the installation steps on the following pages. – required for installing the appliance in its housing unit: ** Number depending on niche height.
- Page 67 Installing the appliance Preparing the appliance Position the appliance in front of the housing unit. Screw the fixing bracket using the hexagonal screw to the pre-drilled holes in the appliance door. Using the pre-drilled holes in the appliance door, secure a second pair of fixing brackets ...
- Page 68 Installing the appliance With 16 mm thick unit walls: Clip the spacers and on the right-hand side of the hinges. Open the appliance door. Remove the cover . Secure the part using screws loosely into the top left-hand side of the appliance.
- Page 69 Installing the appliance Now screw the adjustable feet all the way in. Carefully remove the protective foil from the sealing strip . Fix the sealing strip flush with the front of the appliance on the door opening side.
- Page 70 Installing the appliance Installing the appliance Make sure that the covers of the top and bottom fixing brackets lie flush with the front edges of the housing unit side walls. This will create a gap all round of 42 mm to the front edges of the housing unit side walls.
- Page 71 Installing the appliance Securing the appliance in the If the all round gap of 42 mm is not niche maintained between the appliance casing and the front edge of the housing unit side wall, the door may not shut properly. This can cause ice to build up, condensate to accumulate and lead to faults in the appliance.
- Page 72 Installing the appliance Break off the ends of the brackets and dispose of them. They are no longer needed. Attach the respective covers and to the fixing brackets. Push the loose-fitting fixing bracket against the side wall. ...
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Page 73: Fitting A Furniture Door
Installing the appliance Only for an appliance with a niche Fitting a furniture door height greater than 140 cm The furniture door must be a minimum For additional stability of the appliance of 16 mm thick and a maximum of in the unit, push the rods supplied in 19 mm thick. - Page 74 X of the fitting aids must be at Miele. the same height as the upper edge of the furniture door being fitted (see in diagram).
- Page 75 Installing the appliance Place the furniture door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. Useful tip: Push up the fitting aids with the furniture front until they are the same height as the doors of adjacent kitchen units.
- Page 76 Installing the appliance Fit the side cover to the fixing bracket on the opposite side of the hinge. Turn the furniture door over and attach the handle (if needed). Open the appliance door. Hang the furniture door onto the adjusting bolts .
- Page 77 Installing the appliance Adjusting the position of the door Whilst counterholding adjusting bolts with a screwdriver, tighten nuts on the appliance door with the ring spanner . Adjustment to the sides (X) Move the furniture door. ...
- Page 78 Installing the appliance Tighten all screws again. Fit the top cover , and click it into place. Drill fixing holes in the furniture door and screw in the screws . Make sure the two metal edges are aligned (Symbol //).
- Page 79 Installing the appliance To make sure the appliance is correctly fitted: – The door must close properly. – The door must not touch the housing unit. – The seal at the top edge of the handle side must fit properly. ...
- Page 83 Miele Australia Pty. Ltd. ACN 005 635 398 ABN 96 005 635 398 Miele Center and Head Office Melbourne: 1 Gilbert Park Drive Knoxfield, VIC 3180 Miele Center and Office Melbourne: 206-210 Coventry Street South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Miele Center and Office Sydney:...
- Page 84 FN 35402 i, FN 37402 i, FNS 35402 i, FNS 37402 i en – AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 198 630 / 00...