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 Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 35 Noises................................................................................................................... 41 Service.................................................................................................................. 42 Contact in case of malfunction ............................................................................. 42 Warranty ..................
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 appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such materials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such purposes can cause deterioration of the items stored. 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.
Warning and Safety instructions This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. The coolant does not damage the ozone layer and does not contribute to the greenhouse effect. The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the compressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the cooling circuit.
Warning and Safety instructions The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installation tested by a qualified electrician. Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
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 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. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food or to the metal. Danger of injury. Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from the freezer zone.
Warning and Safety instructions – remove frost and ice, – separate frozen foods or remove ice trays. Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost it. These can damage the plastic parts. Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
Warning and Safety instructions The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it penetrates the airways.
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 a Control panel b Freezer drawers 16
Switching on and off Before using for the first time Packaging material Remove all packaging material from the inside of the appliance. Cleaning the appliance Please refer to the relevant instructions in “Cleaning and care”. Switching on To enable the temperature to get sufficiently cold inside the appliance, allow the appliance to run for approx. 2 hours before placing food in it. Do not place food in the freezer until the temperature is at least -18 °C.
Switching on and off Switching off for longer periods of time If, during a long absence, the refrigeration appliance is switched off but not cleaned and the door(s) left shut, there is a risk of mould forming inside the appliance. It is essential to clean the refrigeration appliance. If the refrigeration appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time, observe the following: Switch the refrigeration appliance off.
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.
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. Super freeze 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 The alarm can be activated or deactivated in settings mode. Activating or deactivating the lock See below for instructions on how to activate and deactivate the lock. Activating or deactivating 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. The menu symbol will light up and will start flashing in the display. Settings mode is now activated.
Selecting further settings – To deactivate the lock 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. Press the Super freeze button briefly to access the lock function. will appear in the display. Press the Super freeze button briefly to deactivate the lock. The lock symbol will go out. Press the On/Off button to exit Settings mode.
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 SuperFreeze function for some time before placing the food in the freezer (see “Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze – SuperFreeze function”). This helps food which is already stored in the freezer to stay frozen. 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 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. The storage times quoted are guide values for the storage life of different food groups in the freezer zone.
Freezing and storing food Cooling drinks quickly 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. Using accessories 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.
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 module or the lighting. Risk of damage due to moisture ingress. The steam from a steam cleaner can damage plastic and and electrical components. Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the refrigeration appliance. Cleaning water must not get into the drain hole. The data plate located inside the interior cabinet of the refrigeration appliance must not be removed. It contains information which is required in the event of a fault.
Cleaning and care Preparing the refrigeration appliance for cleaning Switch the refrigeration appliance off. The display goes out and the cooling function is switched off. Switch off at the wall and withdraw the plug from the socket, or disconnect the mains fuse. Take any food out of the refrigeration appliance and store it in a cool place. Defrost the freezer (see “Defrosting”). Take out all other removable parts for cleaning.
Cleaning and care Contact with natural dyes from carrots, tomatoes and ketchup may discolour the plastic parts in the dishwasher. This discolouration does not affect the stability of the parts. – the adjustable shelves (with the trim and strips removed) – the ice cube tray Leave the door open to air the appliance for a short while and to prevent odours building up. Cleaning the door seal Risk of damage as a result of incorrect 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 Super freeze function so that the freezer can cool down quickly. Once the temperature in the freezer has reached the required temperature, place the food back in the freezer drawers and put them back in the freezer.
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 door is not properly closed. A thick layer of ice may have formed in the freezer. Close the appliance door. The required temperature will re-establish itself after a while. If a thick layer of ice has formed, it will reduce efficiency and increase the energy consumption. Defrost the appliance and clean it. The ambient temperature is too high. The higher the room temperature, the longer the compressor will run for. See “Installation - Location”.
Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy An LED indicator light is flashing at the back of the appliance at the bottom near the compressor (depending on model). The electronic unit for the compressor is equipped with an operation and fault diagnosis LED indicator light. The indicator light flashes several times every 5 seconds. A fault has occurred. Call Miele. The indicator light flashes regularly every 15 seconds. Not a fault. This flashing is normal.
Problem solving guide Display warnings Message Cause and remedy “F0 to F9” appears in the display. There is a fault. Call the Miele Service Department. 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”). The symbol and the This indicates an appliance fault: temperature display are Call Service. flashing.
Problem solving guide Message Cause and remedy The power failure and symbols appear in the display and the alarm sounds. The temperature display will also show the warmest temperature recorded in the freezer during an interruption to the power supply or a power cut. The temperature in the appliance in the previous days or hours has risen too high because of a power cut or interruption to the power supply. The appliance will go back to the last temperature setting when the power is back on.
Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Cause and remedy Food has frozen together. The food packaging was not dry when placed in the freezer. Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon handle or plastic scraper, to prise it apart carefully. The external walls of the appliance feel warm. This is not a fault. The heat created by the evaporator is used to prevent condensation. The door to the freezer zone will not open because it has been opened and closed too many times in succession.
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 case of malfunction In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele Dealer or Miele Service. Contact information for Miele Service can be found at the end of this document. Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes and that a call-out charge will be applied to service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in this booklet.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Installation Location Danger of damage and injury due to the refrigeration appliance tipping over. This refrigeration appliance must be built in, otherwise it could tip over. Keep the appliance door(s) shut until the refrigeration appliance has been built in and secured in its housing in accordance with these operating and installation instructions. Fire risk and risk of damage from appliances which give off heat.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Climate range Ventilation The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range (ambient temperature) and should not be used outside this range. Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the compressor to switch off for too long, causing the temperature inside the appliance to rise with the risk of food deteriorating and going off. The climate range is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation – The ventilation cross-sections in the plinth, housing unit and above the appliance must each provide an unobstructed airflow of at least 200 cm² to ensure that air can circulate without hindrance. Top ventilation gap The ventilation gap at the top of the appliance can be constructed in different ways: If ventilation grilles are to be inserted into the ventilation gaps, the ventilation gaps must be larger than 200 cm².
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Furniture door panel Horizontal and vertical gaps Depending on the style of kitchen furniture the thickness and edge radius of the furniture door and the gap that runs around the door, vertically and horizontally, are specified. It is essential to pay attention to the following! – Horizontal gap Appliance furniture door thickness A [mm] Gap X [mm] for different edge radii B R0 ≥16 - 19 R1.2 R2 R3 Min. 3 20 5 4 4 3.5 21 5.5 5 4.5 4 22 6.5 6 5.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Weight of the furniture door If the furniture door panel is too heavy, this can cause damage. Fitting a furniture door panel which is heavier than the maximum permitted weight could damage the hinges. This can cause subsequent functional problems. Before installing the appliance Take the accessory pack which includes installation parts and other accessories out of the appliance and remove the packaging strap holding the door in place.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Does your old appliance have a different hinging mechanism? If your old appliance had a different type of hinging, the furniture door can still be used. Remove the old hinges from the housing unit. They are no longer required because the furniture door is now fitted to the appliance door. All the necessary parts are supplied or can be ordered from Miele.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Building-in dimensions * The declared energy consumption was calculated in a 560 mm deep niche. The appliance is fully functional in a 550 mm niche but the energy consumption will be slightly higher. Before installation, ensure the housing unit is the correct size. The specified ventilation cross-sections must be maintained in order to ensure the correct functioning of the appliance.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation 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: Open the appliance door. Remove the shelves/bottle shelf from the appliance door. Slightly loosen screws and in the hinges. Push door outwards and take it off its hinges.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Refitting the door Place the door with the outer side upwards on a stable surface. Danger of injury. Do not close the hinges. Undo screws completely. Fit bracket on the opposite side and loosely fit screws . Remove screws completely and loosely screw them in on the opposite side. Remove screws completely. Replace the hinges in their diagonally opposite corners .
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Installing the appliance Two people are required for installing the appliance. Install the appliance in a stable, solid housing unit, positioned on an even and level floor. Secure the housing unit against tipping. Hang appliance door onto pre-fitted screws and , and tighten screws and securely. Replace covers , and . Refit the locking pins into the top of the hinges to prevent the doors opening too far.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation To install the appliance, you will need the following tools: Parts required for installation: All installation parts are number coded. This coding is also used in the installation instructions. – For installing the appliance in its housing unit: * These parts are only supplied with appliances with a niche height of 140 cm or more. ** Quantity depends on niche height; max.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation – For fitting the furniture door: Preparing the appliance Position the appliance in front of the housing unit. ** Quantity depends on niche height. Also contains additional installation parts for fitting large or divided furniture doors. All fitting instructions given are for a right-hand hinged appliance. If you have converted the appliance to lefthand hinging, you will need to adapt these instructions accordingly.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Risk of damage to the fixing bracket and cover. The cover on the fixing bracket can easily become detached. Always close the cover as soon as you have finished working on the bracket. Close the covers. Loosely screw the fixing brackets into the pre-drilled holes in the appliance door using hex screws . Tip: Secure a pair of fixing brackets in the handle area of the door. Push the appliance two thirds of the way into the building-in niche.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation With 16 mm thick unit walls only: Clip spacers and on the righthand side of the hinges. Open the appliance door. Remove the cover . Loosely fit the connecting bracket using the screws . Tip: Do not tighten the screws so that you can adjust the position of the connecting bracket. Fit the stopper onto the fixing bracket . Loosely fit the fixing bracket using the screws .
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Installing the appliance If the appliance is pushed too far into the niche, the appliance doors may not close properly once the furniture door has been fitted. This can cause ice to build up, condensate to accumulate and lead to faults in the appliance. These can all lead to increased energy consumption.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Important for furniture with door fittings (e.g. stubs, seals, etc.). Take the dimensions of the fittings into account. Check to make sure there is a gap all round of 42 mm to the front edges of the door fittings. Pull the refrigeration appliance forwards by the appropriate dimension.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Securing the refrigeration appliance in the niche Press the appliance against the side of the housing unit on the hinge side. Screw the chipboard screws through the hinge plates at the top and bottom to secure the appliance to the housing unit. Push the loose fixing brackets against the housing unit wall. Secure the fixing bracket to the housing unit side wall with the screw . Tip: Pre-drill the hole.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Only for an appliance with a niche height greater than 140 cm To enhance the stability of the appliance in the unit, push the rods supplied in underneath the appliance between it and the floor of the housing unit: Snap off any protruding ends from the fixing brackets. They are no longer required and can be disposed of. Replace covers and on the fixing brackets. First secure the handle to one of the stabilising rods .
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Fitting the furniture door If fitted in a run of units make sure that the top edge of the furniture door is at the same height as neighbouring unit doors. The furniture door must be fitted correctly and not under tension. The next section gives instructions on how to fit a furniture door that is at least 16–19 mm thick. Tip: Push up the fitting aids with the furniture front until they are at the same height as the doors of adjacent kitchen units.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Place the furniture door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. Slide the side cover onto the fixing bracket on the side opposite the hinge. Turn the furniture door over and attach the handle (if required). Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door . Hang the fixing bracket with the fitting aids onto the inside of the furniture door. Align the fixing bracket centrally.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Open the appliance door. Aligning the door Check the distance between the door and adjacent furniture doors. The distance should be the same. Hang the furniture door onto the adjusting bolts . Loosely attach the nuts on the adjusting bolts. X: side adjustments Slide the furniture door. Y: height adjustment A gap of 8 mm is set between the appliance door and the fixing bracket. This must only be adjusted within its permitted range.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Open the cover. Whilst counterholding the adjusting bolts with a screwdriver, tighten the nuts with a spanner. The cover strip must be completely hidden in the niche and must not protrude. Fit the screws into the holes . Tip: Pre-drill the holes. Risk of damage to the fixing bracket and cover. The cover on the fixing bracket can easily become detached. Always close the cover as soon as you have finished working on the bracket. Close the door.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation Z: depth adjustment Tighten all the screws again. Check the distance between the furniture door and the housing unit. A distance of approx. 2 mm is required. Loosen the screws at the top of the appliance door and the screw at the bottom of the fixing bracket. Replace the cover and click it into place. Close the covers on the fixing brackets.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * Installation 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. To double check place a torch in the appliance and close the door. Turn the lights out in the room. If you can see any light shining out from the sides double check the installation.
* I N S T A L L A T I O N * 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).
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