Operating and installation instructions Freezer 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. en-GB M.-Nr.
Contents Warning and Safety instructions...................................................................... 4 Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 12 Saving energy .................................................................................................... 13 Guide to the appliance ...................................................................................... 15 Switching on and off ....................................
Contents Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 35 Cleaning the compressor and metal grille at the back of the appliance ............. 35 After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 35 Problem solving guide ...................................................................................... 36 Noises.................................................................
Warning and Safety instructions This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and material damage. Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully before using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They contain important information on safety, installation, use and maintenance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging your refrigeration appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances or products that are subject to the the Medical Device Directive. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such purposes may cause deterioration of the items stored. The refrigeration appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.
Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration appliance complies with statutory safety requirements and the appropriate EU directives. This refrigeration appliance contains the refrigerant isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly but flammable. The refrigerant does not damage the ozone layer and does not contribute to the greenhouse effect.
Warning and Safety instructions To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data plate corresponds to the household supply. Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt. The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met.
Warning and Safety instructions While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the warranty is invalidated. Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genuine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by Miele spare parts. Correct use The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range.
Warning and Safety instructions Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could explode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst, causing injury or damage. Danger of injury. Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the appliance with wet hands.
Warning and Safety instructions Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for 15 years following the discontinuation of your refrigeration appliance. 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 or defrost this appliance. Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Warning and Safety instructions Disposal of your old appliance If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives. Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by - puncturing the coolant channels in the condenser, - bending any pipework, or - scratching the surface coating.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material Disposing of your old appliance The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled. Electronic and electrical appliances contain many valuable materials. They also contain certain materials, compounds and components which were essential for their correct functioning and safety.
Saving energy Installation / Maintenance Temperature setting Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20 °C. Where the ambient room temperature is above 25 °C. Ventilation gaps uncovered and dusted regularly.
Saving energy Normal energy consumption Use Increased energy consumption Drawers and shelves arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered. Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible. Store food in an organised way. Frequent opening of doors for long periods will cause a loss of coldness. The appliance will try to cool down and the compressor will run for longer periods. Take an insulated cool bag when shopping, and load food in the appliance as soon as possible.
Guide to the appliance a On/Off button d Alarm symbol b Super freeze button e Super freeze symbol c Display The brightness of the display changes automatically to the set brightness level if the appliance has not been used for a while. As soon as a sensor is touched the display lights up to the maximum brightness level.
Guide to the appliance This drawing is for illustration purposes only.
Switching on and off Before using for the first time Switching off Packaging material Remove all packaging material from the inside of the appliance. Cleaning Please refer to the relevant instructions in “Cleaning and care”. Press the On/Off button until the display goes out. Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories. The cooling system switches off. If this does not happen, the lock is on (see "Selecting further settings - To deactivate the lock).
The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance. Bacteria will cause food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly. Temperature influences the growth rate of these bacteria. Reducing the temperature reduces their growth rate. To freeze fresh food and to store frozen food for long periods, a temperature of -18 °C is required. At this temperature the growth of bacteria is generally halted.
The correct temperature Temperature display The temperature display on the control panel always shows the temperature in the warmest part of the appliance. The temperature display will flash if: - The temperature is not within the range that can be displayed, e.g. because the refrigeration appliance has just been switched on. - A different temperature has just been set. - The temperature in the appliance has risen by several degrees, indicating that the appliance is warming up too much.
Using Super freeze Super freeze function Switching off Super freeze Switch on Super freeze before putting fresh food into the freezer. The Super freeze function will switch off automatically after approx. 65 hours. The Super freeze symbol will go out and the appliance will run at normal power again. This helps food to freeze quickly and retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours and appearance. Exceptions! This is not necessary: - when placing food in the freezer that is already frozen.
Temperature alarm The appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the freezer cannot rise unnoticed. Health risk caused by decomposing food. If the temperature in the freezer remains above -18 °C for a long time, the frozen food can start to defrost. This will reduce the storage life of the food. Check whether the frozen food has started to defrost.
Selecting further settings Settings mode Certain settings on the appliance can only be selected in settings mode. Display brightness Activating or deactivating the lock Press the Super freeze button briefly to confirm your choice. The last setting used will appear in the display. Settings mode is represented in the display by the menu symbol . The procedure for accessing settings mode and for changing settings is described below.
Selecting further settings Activating or deactivating the lock – To deactivate the lock The lock can be activated to prevent the appliance being switched off by mistake. – To activate the lock Press the Super freeze button for approx. 5 seconds. Press the Super freeze button for approx. 5 seconds. The lock symbol and the Menu symbol will light up and will start flashing in the display. Settings mode is now activated. The menu symbol will light up and will start flashing in the display.
Freezing and storing food 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 given on the data plate has been calculated according to DIN EN ISO 15502 Standard.
Freezing and storing food 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, cakes, leftovers, egg yolks, egg whites and a range of precooked meals. - The following types of food are not suitable for freezing: Grapes, lettuce, radishes, soured cream, mayonnaise, eggs in their shells, onions, whole raw apples and pears.
Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the appliance When freezing more than 1 kg of fresh food, switch on the Super freeze function some time before placing the food in the freezer (see “Super freeze”). This helps create a cold reserve in food which is already stored in the freezer. Placing food in the freezer If the food is too heavy, this can cause damage. Loading food which is too heavy can cause damage to the freezer drawers/glass shelves.
Freezing and storing food Storage time for frozen food Defrosting frozen goods The storage life of food is very variable, even at a constant temperature of -18 °C. Decomposition processes also take place in frozen food, albeit at a very reduced speed. For example, fat can become rancid from contact with oxygen in the air. This is why lean meat can be stored approx. twice as long as fatty meat.
Freezing and storing food Cooling drinks quickly Using accessories When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst, causing injury and damage. Making ice cubes Adjusting the interior fittings Removing the drawers and glass plates from the freezer The drawers can be removed for filling, emptying or cleaning purposes. You can also use the space in the freezer more flexibly.
Freezing and storing food (depending on model) Using the cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer zone from rising too quickly in the event of a power cut. This can help prolong the storage life. Place the cool pack in the top drawer of the freezer zone. The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx. 24 hours. – In the event of a power cut Place the frozen cool pack directly on top of the frozen food in the front of the top drawer.
Defrosting Freezer Risk of damage from an incor- The freezer does not defrost automatically. rect defrosting process. When defrosting the freezer, make sure that you do not damage the evaporator as this would cause irreversible damage to the refrigeration appliance. Do not scrape off ice and frost. Do not use sharp objects. Do not use any mechanical or other types of aids which are not recommended by the manufacturer to accelerate the defrosting process.
Defrosting To defrost The longer the frozen goods are left out at room temperature, the faster they deteriorate. Carry out the defrosting procedure as quickly as possible. Risk of damage due to heat and moisture ingress. The steam from a steam cleaner as well as electric heaters and candles can damage plastic and electrical components. Do not use a steam cleaner, electric heaters or candles to defrost the refrigeration appliance.
Cleaning and care Do not let water get into the electronic unit. - melamine eraser blocks Risk of damage due to moisture We recommend using a clean sponge, lukewarm water with a little washing-up liquid to clean surfaces of the appliance. ingress. The steam from a steam cleaner can damage plastic and electrical components. Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the refrigeration appliance. The data plate located inside the interior cabinet of the refrigeration appliance must not be removed.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and accessories The refrigeration appliance should be defrosted and cleaned regularly, or at least twice a year. Remove soiling immediately to prevent it from drying on. The best time to do so is when: - There is very little or no frozen food left in the freezer zone. - The humidity level in the room is low and the ambient temperature in the room is also low (cooler part of the year). The ice cube tray is dishwasher-safe.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the front of the appliance and the side panels If soiling is left on for any length of time, it may become impossible to remove. Surfaces may suffer discolouration or damage. Therefore, it is best to remove soiling from the appliance front and side panels immediately. All surfaces are susceptible to scratching. Contact with unsuitable cleaning agents can alter or discolour the surfaces. See the information on “Cleaning agents” at the beginning of this section.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the ventilation gaps A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance. The ventilation gaps should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner (you could use a Miele vacuum cleaner dusting brush, for example). Cleaning the compressor and metal grille at the back of the appliance After cleaning Close the appliance door. Reconnect to the mains and switch the appliance back on.
Problem solving guide Many malfunctions and faults that can occur in daily operation can be easily remedied. Time and money will be saved because a service call will not be needed. The following guide may help you to find the reason for a malfunction or a fault, and to correct it. To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.
Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy The compressor is switching on more frequently and for longer periods of time. The temperature in the appliance is too low. The ventilation gaps have been covered or become too dusty. Do not block the ventilation gaps. Dust the ventilation gaps regularly. The appliance door has been opened too frequently, or a large amount of fresh food has been placed in the appliance for freezing at the same time.
Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy The compressor comes on less and less often and for shorter periods of time. The temperature in the refrigeration appliance rises. This is not a fault. The temperature setting is too high. Correct the temperature setting. Check the temperature again after 24 hours. An LED indicator light is flashing at the back of the refrigeration appliance at the bottom near the compressor (depending on model).
Problem solving guide Display warnings Message Cause and remedy The symbol lights up in the display. You cannot switch the appliance off. The safety lock has been activated. Completely deactivate the safety lock (see “Selecting further settings – Activating and deactivating the safety lock”). Two bars are flashing in A temperature will not be shown in the display until the display. the temperature in the appliance drops below 0 °C.
Problem solving guide Message Cause and remedy The power failure symbol , appears in the display and the alarm tone sounds. The temperature display will show the warmest temperature recorded in the freezer during a power failure or an interruption to the power supply. Indication of an power failure: the temperature in the appliance over the last few days or hours has risen too high because of a power failure or interruption to the power supply.
Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Cause and remedy The door to the freezer zone will not open because it has been opened and closed too many times in succession. This is not a fault. The suction caused by opening and closing the door is preventing the door from opening. Wait approx. 1 minute and then try again. It should now open without force. Food has frozen together. The food packaging was not dry when placed in the freezer. Use a blunt instrument, e.g.
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 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. Crack ... A cracking sound can be heard when materials expand inside the appliance.
Service Contact in the event of a fault EPREL database In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele dealer or the Miele Customer Service Department. From 1 March 2021, information on energy labelling and ecodesign requirements will be available in the European Product Database (EPREL). You can find the product database at the following link https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/. You will be asked to enter the model identifier.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Installation Fire risk and danger of damage from appliances which give off heat. Appliances which give off heat can catch fire and set fire to the refrigeration appliance. Do not place appliances which give off heat, such as mini-ovens, double burner hobs or toasters on the refrigeration appliance. Fire risk and danger of damage from open flames. Open flames can set fire to the refrigeration appliance. Keep open flames (e.g. a candle) away from the refrigeration appliance.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Risk of damage due to condensation on external appliance panels. In environments with high humidity, condensation can build up on external appliance panels, which can cause corrosion. For prevention, it is advisable to install the refrigeration appliance where there is sufficient ventilation in a dry and/or air conditioned room.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Appliances supplied with wall spacers The wall spacers supplied with some appliances must be used in order to achieve declared energy consumption values. Appliance depth is increased by approx. 35 mm with the wall spacers fitted. If the wall spacers are not used the functionality of the appliance is not affected. Energy consumption is only slightly increased with less distance between the appliance and the wall.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Installing the refrigeration appliance in a run of kitchen units Risk of fire and damage due to insufficient ventilation. If the refrigeration appliance is not ventilated sufficiently, the compressor will run more frequently and for longer periods. This will result in increased energy consumption and a higher operating temperature for the compressor. This may, in turn, cause damage to the compressor.
*INSTALLATION* Installation When installed next to a wall , a distance of at least 50 mm must be maintained on the hinge side between the wall and the refrigeration appliance . This equates to the distance that the handle protrudes by when the door is open. The larger the ventilation gap, the more economically the compressor will work. - A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm depth must be provided at the back of the refrigeration appliance behind the whole width of the top box for air to circulate.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Appliance dimensions A [mm] B [mm] C [mm] D [mm] E [mm] F [mm] F 12016 S-2 850 555 611* 624* 1130* 605 F 12020 S-2 850 600 611* 624* 1174* 640 F 12020 S-3 850 600 611* 624* 1174* 640 * Dimensions without wall spacers fitted. The appliance depth is increased by 35 mm with the supplied wall spacers fitted.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Changing the door hinging The refrigeration appliance is supplied with hinges on the right. If left-hand hinging is required, the hinges must be changed. Place a suitable cover on the floor in front of the appliance to protect the appliance door and your floor from damage. If a door seal is damaged the appliance door will not close properly and cooling performance will be reduced.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Changing over the door handle Carefully remove the cap and stoppers from the sides. Be careful not to let the tool slip out and damage the appliance surface. Slide the cover over to the left and then insert a suitable plastic or wooden tool into the gap on the right hand side. Fit the appliance door from below up onto the upper hinge pin and then close the appliance door. Carefully lever the cover off.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Loosen the screws from the handle side and in the middle and then take the handle off. Turn the handle 180° and refit it on the opposite side. First screw in at the side and then in the middle . Refit the cap and stoppers on the opposite side. Refit the middle cover by pressing it in, first on the left-hand side and then on the right-hand side.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Electrical connection The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an AC single-phase 220– 240 V 50 Hz supply. The fuse rating must be at least 10 A. This appliance must be connected to a suitable switched socket. The electrical installation must be in compliance with current local and national safety regulations, (e.g. VDE 0100 in Germany / BS 7671 in the UK). We recommend the use of a suitable RCD .
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F 12016 S-2, F 12020 S-2, F 12020 S-3 en-GB M.-Nr.