Operating instructions
Freezer
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essen-
tial to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the
first time.
en-GB M.-Nr. 12 087 310
Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions...................................................................... 5
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 15
Installation.......................................................................................................... 16
Installation site..................................................................................................... 16
Ventilation requirements...................................................................................... 17
Installing several refrigeration appliances ........................................................... 18
Side-by-side installation................................................................................. 18
Changing the door hinging.................................................................................. 18
Fitting supplied wall spacers............................................................................... 19
Installing the refrigeration appliance ................................................................... 19
Aligning the refrigeration appliance................................................................ 20
Integrating the refrigeration appliance in a run of kitchen units .......................... 21
Appliance dimensions ......................................................................................... 23
Installation dimensions/View from above ...................................................... 23
Installation dimensions/View from above....................................................... 26
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 29
Saving energy .................................................................................................... 31
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 32
Appliance overview ............................................................................................. 32
Control panel with start display........................................................................... 34
Settings mode ........................................................................................... 34
Selecting the desired function in Settings mode....................................... 36
Adjusting the interior fittings................................................................................ 37
Tilting the top drawer ..................................................................................... 37
XXLbox freezer drawer .................................................................................. 37
Accessories supplied .......................................................................................... 37
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 37
Switching on and off ......................................................................................... 39
Before using for the first time.............................................................................. 39
Connecting the refrigeration appliance .......................................................... 39
Switching the refrigeration appliance on............................................................. 39
Switching off the refrigeration appliance............................................................. 40
To note when switching off for longer periods of time ................................... 40
The correct temperature................................................................................... 41
Temperature display ............................................................................................ 41
Setting the temperature....................................................................................... 41
Possible temperature settings ........................................................................ 41
Contents
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Using Super freeze ............................................................................................ 43
Switching SuperFreeze on and off............................................................. 43
Selecting further settings ................................................................................. 44
Explanation of the different settings.................................................................... 44
Party mode ................................................................................................. 44
Switching on the lock function/............................................................. 44
Sabbath mode ............................................................................................ 45
Information on Sabbath mode .................................................................... 46
Changing the time before the door alarm is triggered ............................... 46
Adjusting the volume of alarms and buzzers/....................................... 47
Adjusting the display brightness ............................................................... 47
Switching off demo mode ........................................................................... 47
Resetting the settings to their default settings......................................... 48
Information .................................................................................................. 48
Temperature and door alarm............................................................................ 49
Freezing and storing food................................................................................. 51
Freezing fresh food.............................................................................................. 51
Maximum freezing capacity ........................................................................... 51
Storing frozen food.............................................................................................. 51
Home freezing ..................................................................................................... 52
Storage time for frozen food................................................................................ 53
Cooling drinks quickly ......................................................................................... 54
Using accessories ............................................................................................... 54
Making ice cubes ........................................................................................... 54
Defrosting........................................................................................................... 55
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 56
Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 56
Preparing the refrigeration appliance for cleaning .............................................. 57
Cleaning the inside of the appliance ................................................................... 57
Cleaning accessories by hand or in the dishwasher........................................... 58
Removing and dismantling accessories for cleaning.......................................... 58
Cleaning the front of the appliance and the side panels..................................... 59
Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 59
Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 59
After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 60
Problem solving guide ...................................................................................... 61
Noises................................................................................................................. 69
Contents
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Service................................................................................................................ 70
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 70
EPREL database ................................................................................................. 70
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 70
EU Conformity declaration ............................................................................... 71
UK Conformity declaration............................................................................... 72
Warning and Safety instructions
5
This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety require-
ments. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
material damage.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully be-
fore using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They con-
tain important information on safety, installation, use and mainten-
ance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging
your refrigeration appliance.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow all information provided
on installing the refrigeration appliance, as well as the safety notes
and warnings.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep these operating and installation instructions in a safe place
and pass them on to any future owner.
Warning and Safety instructions
6
Correct application
This refrigeration appliance is intended for use in the home and in
similar environments, for example
– in shops, offices and similar work settings
– by the guests in hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts and other typical
home settings.
This refrigeration appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
It must only be used as a domestic appliance to store deep frozen
food, freeze fresh food and to make ice.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.
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 Medical Device Dir-
ective. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such purposes
may cause deterioration of the items stored. The refrigeration appli-
ance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of ex-
plosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or incor-
rect use or operation of the appliance.
The appliance can only be used by people with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use
it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of
incorrect operation.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Safety with children
Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the refri-
geration appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance unsuper-
vised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recog-
nise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
Danger of suffocation! Whilst playing, children could become en-
tangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their
head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.
Warning and Safety instructions
8
Technical safety
The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration
appliance complies with statutory safety requirements and the ap-
propriate EU directives.
This refrigeration appliance contains the refrigerant isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly but flam-
mable. The refrigerant does not damage the ozone layer and does
not contribute to the greenhouse effect.
The use of this refrigerant has, however, led to a slight increase in
the noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the com-
pressor, you might be able to hear the refrigerant flowing around the
cooling circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does not
affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance.
When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure
that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Splashes of refri-
gerant can damage the eyes.
In the event of damage:
- Avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark.
- Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity
supply.
- Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for
several minutes.
- Contact the Miele Customer Service Department.
The more refrigerant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the ap-
pliance is in a small room, there is the danger of a combustible gas/
air mixture building up. For every 8g of refrigerant at least 1m
3
of
room space is required. The amount of refrigerant in the refrigeration
appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions
9
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 re-
quirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installa-
tion tested by a qualified electrician.
Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous power sup-
ply system or a power supply system that is not synchronised with
the mains power supply (e.g. island networks, back-up systems) is
possible. A prerequisite for operation is that the power supply sys-
tem complies with the specifications of EN50160 or an equivalent
standard.
The function and operation of the protective measures provided in
the domestic electrical installation and in this Miele product must
also be maintained in isolated operation or in operation that is not
synchronised with the mains power supply, or these measures must
be replaced by equivalent measures in the installation. As described,
for example, in the current version of BS OHSAS 18001–2 ISO
45001.
If the electrical connection cable supplied is damaged, it must
only be replaced by an original spare part to prevent a hazard for the
user. Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when ori-
ginal Miele spare parts are used.
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electrical supply by a
multi-socket adapter or extension lead. These are a fire hazard and
do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.
If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains con-
nection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not oper-
ate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to mois-
ture (e.g in a garage or utility room).
Warning and Safety instructions
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This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
This refrigeration appliance is not intended for use as a built-in ap-
pliance.
The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during
installation, maintenance and repair work.
Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user.
Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a
Miele authorised technician.
While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be un-
dertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
warranty is invalidated.
Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele ori-
ginal spare parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of
the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
This refrigeration appliance is supplied with a special lamp to
cope with particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This lamp must only
be used for the purpose for which it is intended. The lamp is not suit-
able for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a
Miele authorised technician or by the Miele Customer Service De-
partment. This refrigeration appliance contains several light sources
with at least energy efficiency classG.
Proper installation
Change the door hinging (if necessary) as described in the install-
ation instructions supplied with the appliance.
Two people are required to install the refrigeration appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Refrigeration appliances with an “S” in the model identifier can be
installed next to each other as a side-by-side combination:
- Carry out installation as described in the installation instructions
supplied with the appliance.
- Do not change the door hinging as the arrangement of the refri-
geration appliances is predefined.
Correct use
This refrigeration appliance is designed for use within specific am-
bient temperatures (climate range). Do not use in ambient temperat-
ures for which it is not designed. The climate range is stated on the
data plate in the interior cabinet of the refrigeration appliance. A
lower ambient temperature will cause the compressor to switch off
for longer periods, meaning that the refrigeration appliance is unable
to maintain the required temperature.
Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the effi-
ciency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and
could cause damage to the components.
If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or
the door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic
components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store explosive materials in the
refrigeration appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g.
spray cans). Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of
gases to ignite.
Danger of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.
an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance.
Danger of sparking and explosion.
Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. Do not store cans
or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze
in the freezer zone. Otherwise they could burst.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. When cooling
drinks quickly in the freezer zone, make sure bottles are not left in for
more than one hour. Otherwise they could burst.
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. The very low temperature of the frozen food can
cause frost burn to the lips and tongue.
Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defros-
ted food as soon as possible, as it will lose its nutritional value and
spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be re-frozen after it
has been cooked.
Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage instruc-
tions given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning. Storage times
will depend on several factors, including the freshness and quality of
the food, as well as the temperature at which it is stored.
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used, war-
ranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.
Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for a min-
imum of 10years and up to 15years following the discontinuation of
your refrigeration appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions
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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 ap-
pliance.
Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-
ing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or
pointed objects to
- remove frost and ice,
- separate frozen food or remove ice trays.
Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to de-
frost 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
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Transport
Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its ori-
ginal transport packaging to avoid damage in transit.
Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. The refrigeration
appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people.
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 them-
selves in and endangering their lives.
Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to dam-
age 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.
Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)
This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal oper-
ation.
The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it penet-
rates the airways.
Caring for the environment
15
Disposal of the packing mater-
ial
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.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the manufactur-
ing process and also reduces the
amount of waste in landfill sites.
Disposing of your old appli-
ance
Electrical and electronic appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials, com-
pounds and components which were
essential for their correct functioning
and safety. These could be hazardous
to human health and to the environment
if disposed of with household waste or
if handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with household waste.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal
points to dispose of and recycle elec-
trical and electronic appliances in your
local community, with your dealer or
with Miele. By law, you are solely re-
sponsible for deleting any personal data
from the old appliance prior to disposal.
Take care not to damage your refrigera-
tion appliance’s pipework before or dur-
ing transportation to an authorised col-
lection depot.
This is to ensure that refrigerant in the
cooling circuit and oil in the compressor
is contained, and will not leak into the
environment.
Ensure that your old appliance presents
no danger to children while being
stored for disposal. For further informa-
tion, see “Warning and safety instruc-
tions” in these operating instructions.
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Installation site
Risk of damage due to high hu-
midity.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on ex-
ternal refrigeration appliance panels.
This condensate can cause corrosion
on external appliance panels.
Install the refrigeration appliance in a
dry and/or air-conditioned room with
sufficient ventilation.
After installation please make sure
that the appliance door(s) closes/
close properly and that the specified
ventilation gaps are adhered to.
Fire risk and risk of damage from
appliances which give off heat.
Appliances which give off heat can
catch fire and set fire to the refrigera-
tion appliance.
Do not place appliances which give
off heat, such as mini-ovens, double
burner hobs or toasters on the refri-
geration appliance.
Fire risk and danger of damage
from open flames.
Open flames can set fire to the refri-
geration appliance.
Keep open flames (e.g. a candle)
away from the refrigeration appli-
ance.
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
When deciding on the installation site,
please bear in mind that your refriger-
ation appliance will use more energy if
installed near to a heater, a cooker or
other appliance that gives off heat.
Avoid direct sunlight.
The higher the ambient temperature,
the longer the compressor runs and
the higher the energy consumption is.
When installing the refrigeration appli-
ance, please note the following:
- The socket must be easily accessible
in an emergency, not concealed be-
hind the appliance.
- The mains plug and mains connec-
tion cable must not touch the rear of
the refrigeration appliance as they
could be damaged by vibrations from
the appliance.
- Do not plug in other appliances into
sockets behind this appliance.
- Do not position or operate multi-
socket adapters, distributor strips or
other electronic devices (such as
halogen transformers) at the rear of
the appliance.
- The floor at the installation site must
be horizontal and level and must be
as high as the surrounding floor.
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Climate range
This refrigeration appliance is designed
for use within specific ambient temper-
atures (climate range). Do not use it in
ambient temperatures for which it is not
designed.
A lower room temperature leads to the
compressor switching off for longer
periods. This can cause the internal
temperature in the refrigeration appli-
ance to rise with the risk of food deteri-
orating and going off.
The climate range is stated on the data
plate in the interior cabinet of the refri-
geration appliance.
Climate range Ambient room
temperature
SN, N Up to +32°C
ST Up to +38°C
T Up to +43°C
A freezer from the SN climate range
can operate without any difficulties in
rooms with a cooler ambient temper-
ature (down to -15°C).
Ventilation requirements
Risk of fire and damage due to
insufficient ventilation.
If the refrigeration appliance is not
ventilated sufficiently, the com-
pressor 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.
Please ensure that there is adequate
ventilation around the refrigeration
appliance.
It is essential to observe the required
ventilation gaps.
The ventilation gaps must not be
covered or blocked in any way.
They must also be regularly dusted.
Air at the back of the refrigeration appli-
ance gets warm. Sufficient space for
proper ventilation must therefore be en-
sured (see “Installation dimensions”).
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Installing several refrigeration
appliances
Risk of damage due to condens-
ation on external appliance panels.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up between
the external refrigeration appliance
panels, which can cause corrosion.
Do not place different refrigeration
appliances directly next to one an-
other.
A distance of at least 70mm must be
maintained between the refrigeration
appliances.
Side-by-side installation
Your freezer can be installed to the left
of another refrigerator as it is equipped
with an integrated heater in the right-
hand side panel (see “Appliance dimen-
sions”).
The refrigerator must also be equipped
with an integrated heater in the left-
hand side panel.
Depending on the model, the side-by-
side installation kit will be provided with
the freezer. The accompanying installa-
tion instructions describe how to install
the refrigeration appliances next to each
other.
Tip: Please contact your dealer for spe-
cific information about which combina-
tions will work with your refrigeration
appliance.
Changing the door hinging
Danger of injury and damage
when changing the door hinging.
There is an increased danger of in-
jury and damage if the door hinging
is installed by a single person.
Always change the door hinging with
the help of a second person.
The refrigeration appliance is supplied
with left-hand hinging. If right-hand
hinging is required, the hinges must be
changed (see accompanying installation
instructions).
Do not change the hinging if this re-
frigeration appliance is going to be
installed side by side with another re-
frigeration appliance.
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Fitting supplied wall spacers
The wall spacers supplied must be
used in order to achieve declared en-
ergy consumption values and to pre-
vent the build-up of condensation at
high ambient temperatures. The refri-
geration appliance depth is increased
by approx.15mm for appliances with
wall spacers fitted.
If the wall spacers are not used, the
functionality of the refrigeration appli-
ance is not affected. Energy consump-
tion is only slightly increased with less
distance between the appliance and
the wall.
Fit the wall spacers onto the back of
the refrigeration appliance on the bot-
tom left and right.
Installing the refrigeration ap-
pliance
Risk of injury and damage due to
the refrigeration appliance tipping
over.
There is an increased risk of injury
and damage if the refrigeration appli-
ance is installed by a single person.
Two people are required for installing
the refrigeration appliance.
Risk of damage to the appliance
door caused by impact.
The appliance door could hit the wall
of the room resulting in damage to
the door.
Fit the door opening angle limiter
supplied before the refrigeration ap-
pliance is installed.
Protect the appliance door by fitting
a felt stopper, for example, to the
wall of the room.
Risk of damaging the floor.
Moving the refrigeration appliance
can cause damage to the floor.
Move the refrigeration appliance
carefully on floors that are sensitive
to scratching.
For easier installation, there are trans-
port handles on the back at the top
and transport wheels underneath the
refrigeration appliance.
Tip: The refrigeration appliance must be
empty when it is installed.
Prepare the refrigeration appliance for
installation as close as possible to its
intended installation site.
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Connect the refrigeration appliance to
the electricity supply as described in
“Electrical connection”.
Move the refrigeration appliance
carefully to its intended installation
site.
Position the refrigeration appliance
with the wall spacers (if used) or the
back close to the wall.
Aligning the refrigeration appliance
Risk of damage and injury
caused by the appliance door falling
out or the refrigeration appliance tip-
ping over.
If the additional adjustable foot on
the hinge plate at the bottom is not
resting firmly on the floor, the appli-
ance door can fall out or the refriger-
ation appliance can tip over.
Use the open spanner supplied with
the appliance to unscrew the ad-
justable foot until it is resting on the
floor.
Then unscrew the adjustable foot by
a further quarter turn.
Use the spirit level and the open
spanner supplied to align the refriger-
ation appliance and support the ap-
pliance door.
1. Adjust the front adjustable feet.
2. Unscrew the additional adjustable
foot out until it is touching the floor.
Then unscrew the adjustable foot by
a further quarter turn.
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Integrating the refrigeration
appliance in a run of kitchen
units
The refrigeration appliance can be sur-
rounded by kitchen units.
Refrigeration appliance with glass front
K(S)/FN(S)/KFN4xxxX bb, brws, bs, grgr
Top box
Refrigeration appliance, door depth =
82mm
Housing unit
Wall
* The appliance depth is increased by
approx. 15mm for refrigeration appli-
ances with wall spacers fitted.
K(S)/FN(S)/KFN4xxxX edst/cs, ws, bst, el
Top box
Refrigeration appliance, door depth =
75mm
Housing unit
Wall
A = 25mm (with recessed grip)/60mm (with
handle)
* The appliance depth is increased by
approx. 15mm for refrigeration appli-
ances with wall spacers fitted.
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Risk of fire and damage due to
insufficient ventilation.
If the refrigeration appliance is not
ventilated sufficiently, the com-
pressor 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.
Please ensure that there is adequate
ventilation around the refrigeration
appliance.
It is essential to observe the required
ventilation gaps.
The ventilation gaps must not be
covered or blocked in any way.
They must also be regularly dusted.
The larger the ventilation gap, the
more economically the compressor
will work.
Install the refrigeration appliance next
to the housing unit.
- The appliance front must protrude in
front of furniture fronts by at least the
door depth. This enables the appli-
ance door to be opened and shut
without being obstructed.
- When installed next to a wall, a
distance (A) must be maintained on
the hinge side between the wall
and the refrigeration appliance.
- To match the height of the rest of the
kitchen units, the refrigeration appli-
ance can be fitted with a suitable top
box.
A ventilation duct of at least 50mm
depth must be provided across the
whole width of the top box.
The ventilation gap under the ceiling
must be at least 300cm
2
to ensure
that warm air can escape without ob-
struction.
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Appliance dimensions
Installation dimensions/View from above
FNS 4382 E ws, FNS 4382 E el
All dimensions are given in mm.
The refrigeration appliance will function correctly if the specified ventilation cross-
sections are kept clear.
* Dimensions without wall spacers fitted. Appliance depth is increased by 15mm with the
wall spacers supplied fitted.
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Connections
FNS 4382 E ws, FNS 4382 E el
All dimensions are given in mm.
a
View from the front
b
Mains connection cable, length = 2100mm
A longer mains connection cable is available to order from the Miele Customer
Service Department.
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Installation dimensions/View from above
FNS 4382 E ws + KS 4383 ED ws, FNS 4382 E el + KS 4383 ED el
For more information, see the section “Installation – Side-by-side installation” and
the installation instructions supplied with the side-by-side installation kit.
All dimensions are given in mm.
The refrigeration appliances will function correctly if the specified ventilation
cross-sections are kept clear.
* Dimensions without wall spacers fitted. Fitting the wall spacers supplied increases the ap-
pliance depth by 15mm.
A B C D E
FNS4382E + KS4383ED 675 1260 1732 1178 1218
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Installation dimensions/View from above
FNS 4382 E ws N, FNS 4382 E el N
All dimensions are given in mm.
The refrigeration appliance will function correctly if the specified ventilation cross-
sections are kept clear.
* Dimensions without wall spacers fitted. Appliance depth is increased by 15mm with the
wall spacers supplied fitted.
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Connections
FNS 4382 E ws N, FNS 4382 E el N
All dimensions are given in mm.
a
View from the front
b
Mains connection cable, length = 2100mm
A longer mains connection cable is available to order from the Miele Customer
Service Department.
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Installation dimensions/View from above
FNS 4382 E ws N + KS 4383 ED ws N, FNS 4382 E el N + KS 4383 ED el N
For more information, see the section “Installation – Side-by-side installation”.
All dimensions are given in mm.
The refrigeration appliances will function correctly if the specified ventilation
cross-sections are kept clear.
* Dimensions without wall spacers fitted. Fitting the wall spacers supplied increases the ap-
pliance depth by 15mm.
Installation
*INSTALLATION*
29
Electrical connection
The refrigeration appliance must only be
connected to an earthed socket using
the mains connection cable supplied.
The socket must be easily accessible
after the refrigeration appliance has
been installed. If the socket is not easily
accessible, ensure that a suitable
means of disconnection is provided on
the installation side for each pole.
Risk of fire from overheating.
Connecting the refrigeration appli-
ance to a multi-socket plug adapter
or to an extension lead can overload
the cable.
For safety reasons, do not use an ex-
tension lead or multi-socket adapter.
The electrical installation must comply
with VDE0100 requirements.
For safety reasons, we recommend us-
ing a type residual current device
(RCD) in the assigned electrical installa-
tion for connecting the refrigeration ap-
pliance.
If the mains connection cable is dam-
aged, it must only be replaced with a
specific mains connection cable of the
same type (available from the Miele
Customer Service Department). For
safety reasons, such replacement may
only be carried out by a qualified spe-
cialist or the Miele Customer Service
Department.
These operating instructions and the
data plate indicate the nominal power
consumption and the appropriate fuse
rating. Compare this information with
the data of the on-site electrical con-
nection. If in any doubt, consult a quali-
fied electrician.
Temporary or permanent operation on
an autonomous power supply system or
a power supply system that is not syn-
chronised with the mains power supply
(e.g. island networks, back-up systems)
is possible. A prerequisite for operation
is that the power supply system com-
plies with the specifications of
EN50160 or an equivalent standard.
The function and operation of the pro-
tective measures provided in the do-
mestic electrical installation and in this
Miele product must also be maintained
in isolated operation or in operation that
is not synchronised with the mains
power supply, or these measures must
be replaced by equivalent measures in
the installation. As described, for ex-
ample, in the current version of VDE-
AR-E2510-2.
Connecting the refrigeration appli-
ance
Back of the refrigeration appliance
Appliance plug connector
Mains plug
Plug the plug connector into the
socket.
Make sure that the plug connector has
clicked into position correctly.
Installation
*INSTALLATION*
30
Insert the plug of the refrigeration ap-
pliance into the socket.
The refrigeration appliance is now con-
nected to the electricity supply.
Saving energy
31
How to save energy:
Installation
site
The refrigeration appliance has to cool more often at higher am-
bient temperatures and consumes more energy in the process.
Therefore, you should:
- Install the refrigeration appliance in a well-ventilated room.
- Do not install the refrigeration appliance near to a heat source
(heater element, cooker).
- Protect the refrigeration appliance from direct sunlight.
- Ensure an ideal ambient temperature of 20°C.
- Clean the ventilation gaps on a regular basis to remove any
dust.
Temperature
setting
The colder the temperature, the higher the energy consumption.
The following settings are recommended:
- -18°C in the freezer section.
Use Energy consumption is increased by heat input and impeded air
circulation. Therefore, you should:
- Only open the appliance door(s) when necessary and for as
short a time as possible. Arrange the food in such a way that
makes it easy to find in the appliance.
- Always close the appliance door(s) properly after opening
them.
- Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in
the refrigeration appliance.
- Store food well packaged or covered.
- Do not overfill the compartments to allow air to circulate.
- Keep drawers and shelves arranged as they were when the
appliance was delivered.
- When placing food in the appliance, make sure that the ventil-
ation slots are not blocked.
Guide to the appliance
32
Appliance overview
This drawing is for illustration purposes only.
Guide to the appliance
33
a
Display
b
Tiltable freezer drawer
c
Freezer drawer
d
Freezer drawer XXLBox
e
NoFrost module
f
Ventilation gap
Guide to the appliance
34
Control panel with start display
-18
°C
OK
<
>
1
2
3
4
a
Temperature display for freezer section
b
Sensor controls for selecting a setting
c
OKsensor control for confirming a selection
d
Display for Miele@home connection status
(only visible when the Miele@home function has been set up)
Settings mode
In Settings mode, you can select the following appliance functions and alter their
settings to some extent:
Symbol Function Factory
default
Switch the Party mode function on or off
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Off
/ Switch the system lock on or off
(see “Selecting further settings”)
(off)
Switch the Sabbath mode function on or off
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Off
Call up information on the Sabbath mode function
(see “Selecting further settings”)
––
Change the time before the door alarm is triggered
(see “Selecting further settings”)
1:00
/
Switch the keypad tone on or off On
Guide to the appliance
35
/ Change the volume of the alarms and buzzers or switch
them off entirely
(see “Selecting further settings”)
On
/level5
Change the display brightness
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Level4
°C / °F Change the temperature unit
(°Celsius or °Fahrenheit)
°C
Switch the Demo mode function off
(only visible when switched on)
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Off
Reset to default settings
(see “Selecting further settings”)
––
Call up information (model designation and serial num-
ber) about your refrigeration appliance
(see “Selecting further settings”)
––
Guide to the appliance
36
Selecting the desired function in Settings mode
Touch the OKsensor control on the control panel.
will appear in the display.
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
Select the function you want using the or sensor control.
Touch OK to select the function you want.
When the function is switched on, a dot appears in the upper corner of the dis-
play
.
Touch OK to deselect a selected function.
When the function is switched off, the dot in the upper corner of the display goes
out.
Exiting Settings mode
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the symbol and touch OK.
Alternatively:
Wait approx. 15seconds after the last press of a button.
Settings mode is then exited automatically.
Guide to the appliance
37
Adjusting the interior fittings
Tilting the top drawer
The drawer can be tilted to make it
easier to remove frozen food.
Pull the drawer out.
The drawer is secured with pull-out
stops and cannot fall out.
XXLbox freezer drawer
The extra high freezer drawer offers
more volume and space for storing
bulky and tall items of frozen food.
Accessories supplied
Ice cube tray
Side-by-side installation kit
depending on model
For installing two refrigeration appli-
ances side by side.
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products are available for your ap-
pliance.
Multi-purpose microfibre cloth
The microfibre cloth is suitable for re-
moving fingerprints and light soiling
from surfaces such as stainless steel,
glass, plastic and chrome without the
use of chemicals.
MicroCloth Kit
The MicroCloth Kit contains a universal
cloth, a glass cloth and a polishing
cloth.
These cloths are extremely resistant to
tearing and very robust. Thanks to very
fine microfibres these cloths achieve an
excellent cleaning performance.
MicroCloth HyClean
The MicroCloth HyClean is a multi-pur-
pose antibacterial cloth and is particu-
larly tear resistant and durable. It can be
used wet or dry, with or without clean-
ing agent.
Guide to the appliance
38
Optional accessories can be ordered
from the Miele webshop. They can
also be ordered from the Miele Cus-
tomer Service Department (see end of
this booklet for contact details) or from
your Miele dealer.
Switching on and off
39
Before using for the first time
Remove all packaging material and
protective film.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories (see “Cleaning and
care”).
Connecting the refrigeration appli-
ance
Connect the refrigeration appliance to
the electricity supply as described in
“Electrical connection”.
Miele will then appear on the appliance
display, followed by .
Switching the refrigeration ap-
pliance on
Open the appliance door.
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
The refrigeration appliance will start
cooling.
When the set freezer temperature is
reached, the
symbol disappears,
the temperature display of the freezer
zone lights up constantly and the alarm
tone stops.
If the alarm annoys you, tap OK.
The alarm will stop.
The refrigeration appliance will gradually
reach the pre-set temperatures.
Do not place food in the freezer zone
until it has reached the preset tem-
perature (min. -18°C).
Switching on and off
40
Switching off the refrigeration
appliance
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
will appear in the display.
Touch OK.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the symbol.
Touch OK.
will appear in the display.
The cooling system will be switched off.
Please note: the refrigeration appli-
ance is not disconnected from the
power supply when it is switched off.
To note when switching off for longer
periods of time
If, during a long absence, the refri-
geration appliance is switched off
but not cleaned and the door is left
shut, there is a danger of mould
building up inside the appliance.
It is essential to clean the refrigera-
tion appliance.
If the refrigeration appliance is not go-
ing to be used for a longer period of
time, observe the following:
Switch the refrigeration appliance off.
Switch off at the wall and disconnect
the plug from the socket, or discon-
nect the fuse.
Clean the refrigeration appliance and
leave the door ajar to air the appli-
ance and avoid odours building up in-
side.
The correct temperature
41
It is very important to set the correct
temperature for storing food in the ap-
pliance. Bacteria will cause food which
is not stored at the correct temperature
to deteriorate rapidly. Temperature influ-
ences 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 hal-
ted. As soon as the temperature rises
above -10°C, the bacteria become act-
ive in the food again so it cannot be
kept as long. For this reason, partially
defrosted or defrosted food must not be
re-frozen. Food may be re-frozen once it
has been cooked, as the high temperat-
ures achieved when cooking destroy
most bacteria.
The temperature in the refrigeration ap-
pliance will rise:
- The more often the appliance door is
opened and the longer it is kept
open.
- The more food is stored in it.
- The warmer the food is which is be-
ing put into it.
- The higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the refrigeration appli-
ance. This refrigeration appliance is
designed for use within specific am-
bient temperatures (climate range).
Do not use in ambient temperatures
for which it is not designed.
Temperature display
In normal operation, the temperature
display shows the current maximum
freezer section temperature in the
refrigeration appliance.
Depending on the ambient temperature
and the temperature setting, it can take
the appliance a few hours to reach the
temperature required and for this tem-
perature to then be shown as a con-
stant temperature in the display.
Setting the temperature
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
will appear in the display.
Touch OK.
Use the andsensor controls to
change the temperature.
Touch OK.
The temperature display changes back
to the actual temperature that is cur-
rently in the refrigeration appliance.
Possible temperature settings
- Freezer section: -15to-28°C
The correct temperature
42
If you change the temperature set-
ting:
check the temperature display after a
few hours. It will take this long for the
appliance to give an accurate read-
ing.
- Wait for approx.6hours if the refri-
geration appliance is not very full
- Wait for approx.24hours if the refri-
geration appliance is full
If, after this time, the temperature is still
too high or too low:
Adjust the temperature again.
Using Super freeze
43
SuperFreeze
When switched on, the SuperFreeze
function can be used to rapidly re-
duce the temperature in the freezer
section to its lowest setting (depend-
ing on the ambient temperature). The
refrigeration appliance will work at full
power and lower the temperature. Se-
lect this function before freezing fresh
food. This helps food to freeze quickly
and retain its nutrients, vitamins, fla-
vours and appearance.
When the SuperFreeze function is
switched on, the appliance may make
more noise than usual.
SuperFreeze should be switched on
approx. 6hours before placing food
in the freezer section.
When freezing the maximum amount
of food, the SuperFreeze function
should be switched on 24hours be-
forehand.
The SuperFreeze function will
switch itself off automatically after a
maximum of 72hours. The refrigera-
tion appliance will then run at normal
power again. The quantity of fresh
food placed in the freezer will determ-
ine the duration before it switches off.
Tip: To save energy, you can switch the
SuperFreeze function off yourself once
food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
You do not need to switch on the Su-
perFreeze function:
- If you are placing food that is
already frozen in the freezer
- If you only freeze up to 2kg of
fresh food daily
Switching SuperFreeze on and off
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
will appear in the display.
Touch OK.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the symbol.
Touch OK.
When the SuperFreeze function is
switched on, a dot appears in the up-
per corner of the display
.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the temperature you want and touch
OK.
Selecting further settings
44
Explanation of the different
settings
Only the settings that require further ex-
planation are described below.
The door alarm and other warnings
are automatically suppressed when
you are in Settings mode.
Party mode
The Party mode function is recom-
mended if you wish to chill or freeze
large amounts of fresh food or drink
quickly.
Tip: Switch on the Party mode func-
tion approx. 4hours before placing
food and drinks in the appliance.
When Party mode is switched on, the
SuperFreeze function is switched on
automatically.
The Party mode function will switch
itself off automatically after approx.
24hours. However, you can switch
the Party mode function off early at
any time.
If there is a power cut, the Party mode
function is switched off.
Switching on the lock function/
When the lock function is switched
on, it protects the refrigeration appli-
ance from being switched off inadvert-
ently and against unintentional adjust-
ments by unauthorised persons such as
children.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
When the lock function is switched
on, a dot appears in the upper corner of
the display
.
Close the appliance door. The lock
function is only activated now.
Briefly deactivating the lock func-
tion/
If, for example, you want to adjust the
temperature, you can briefly deactivate
the lock function:
Touch OK.
will appear in the display.
Touch the OKsensor control for ap-
prox. 6seconds.
will appear in the display.
TouchOK.
Now select the required settings.
TouchOK.
Closing the appliance door will reactiv-
ate the lock function .
Switching off the lock function/
Touch OK.
will appear in the display.
Selecting further settings
45
Touch the OKsensor control for ap-
prox. 6seconds.
will appear in the display.
Use the or sensor control to
scroll to the symbol.
TouchOK.
Use the or sensor control to
scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
When the lock function is switched off,
appears in the display.
Sabbath mode
The refrigeration appliance offers a
Sabbath mode for the purposes of reli-
gious observance.
If Sabbath mode is switched on, this
will be indicated on the start display.
The display switches off after
3seconds.
When Sabbath mode is switched
on, you cannot make any settings on
your refrigeration appliance.
Ensure that the appliance door is
properly closed, as visual and audible
alarms are switched off.
The Sabbath mode function will
switch off automatically after approx.
120hours.
When Sabbath mode is switched on,
the following are deactivated:
- All audible and visual signals
- Temperature display
All other functions switched on previ-
ously remain activated.
Health risk caused by decom-
posing food.
As power failures are not indicated
while Sabbath mode is active,
food may be exposed to increased
temperatures for a certain period of
time. This will reduce the storage life
of the food.
If there is a power failure during Sab-
bath mode, check the quality of
the food.
Switching Sabbath mode on
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is
switched on, a dot appears in the upper
corner of the display
.
The display will go out after 3seconds.
Close the appliance door.
Switching Sabbath mode off
Touch the OKsensor control.
will appear in the display.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is
switched on, a dot appears in the upper
corner of the display
.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is
switched off, the dot in the upper
corner of the display goes out.
Selecting further settings
46
Information on Sabbath mode
This product is certified by Star-K, an
international institute for kosher certific-
ation.
You can find the Star-K certification ver-
sion here.
Changing the time before the door
alarm
is triggered
You can set how quickly the door alarm
sounds after the appliance door is
opened.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the andsensor controls to
set the time you want between
30seconds and 3minutes:
30seconds.
Touch OK.
Selecting further settings
47
Adjusting the volume of alarms and
buzzers/
You can adjust the volume of alarms
and buzzers (e.g. in the event of a door
alarm or fault message). You can also
switch off the alarms and buzzers if
they disturb you.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the volume you want for
alarms and buzzers.
Touch OK.
appears in the display when the
alarms and buzzers are switched off.
Adjusting the display brightness
You can adjust the display brightness to
suit the lighting conditions in the room.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the display brightness you
want.
Touch OK.
Switching off demo mode
Demo mode allows the refrigeration
appliance to be presented by dealers
without the cooling system being
switched on. This setting is not needed
for domestic use.
If demo mode has been switched on
as a default setting, will show on the
display when the refrigeration appli-
ance is switched on.
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
Miele will appear initially in the display,
followed by the start screen.
Touch OK.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
After demo mode has been switched
off, the refrigeration appliance switches
off and must be switched on again.
Selecting further settings
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Resetting the settings to their default
settings
All settings made on the refrigeration
appliance will be reset to default set-
tings (for settings, see “Guide to the ap-
pliance”).
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the symbol.
Touch OK.
The refrigeration appliance switches off
and must be switched on again.
Information
Appliance data (model number and
serial number) is shown on the display.
Tip: This data is important when report-
ing an appliance fault to the Miele Cus-
tomer Service Department (see “Ser-
vice”).
Temperature and door alarm
49
Health risk caused by decom-
posing food.
If the temperature in the freezer re-
mains 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. If it has, check
that the food is safe to use and if it
is, then use it as soon as possible or
cook it before freezing it again.
Temperature alarm
The refrigeration appliance has been
fitted with a warning system so that
the temperature in the freezer zone
cannot rise unnoticed.
If the temperature in the freezer section
becomes too warm,
will light up red
in the temperature display.
An alarm will also sound until the cause
of the alarm is rectified or the alarm is
switched off.
The temperature the refrigeration appli-
ance is set at determines the temperat-
ure the appliance recognises as being
too warm.
A temperature alarm is displayed be-
fore an existing door alarm.
The audible and visual signals may be
activated in the following situations:
- You switch on the refrigeration ap-
pliance and the temperature in a
temperature zone differs greatly
from the set temperature.
- A lot of warm room air enters the
freezer when you are rearranging
or taking out frozen food.
- You are freezing large amounts of
food at once.
- You are freezing warm food.
- There was a power cut.
- The refrigeration appliance has a
fault.
Before you switch the temperature
alarm off, you must determine the
cause and rectify it.
If the alarm annoys you, it can be
turned off early.
Touch OK.
The alarm message is con-
firmed:
goes out and the alarm
stops.
The start screen appears in the display:
the warmest temperature recorded in
the refrigeration appliance will flash for
about 1minute in the display. Then the
temperature display will change to the
current temperature.
The alarm will stop. The
symbol will
go out when the temperature reaches
the correct level again.
Temperature and door alarm
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Door alarm
The refrigeration appliance is fitted
with a warning system to avoid in-
creased energy consumption and food
becoming warm if the appliance door
is left open.
If the appliance door is left open for a
longer period of time,
will appear in
the temperature display. An alarm will
also sound.
The time before the door alarm is
triggered can be changed. However, the
door alarm can also be turned off (see
“Selecting further settings”).
The alarm will stop and
will go out
on the display as soon as the appliance
door is closed.
Switching the door alarm off early
If the alarm disturbs you, it can be
turned off early.
Touch OK.
The alarm will stop and the
symbol
will go out.
If the appliance door is not closed, the
alarm repeats after 3minutes.
Freezing and storing food
51
Freezing fresh food
Health risk caused by decom-
posing food.
If the temperature in the freezer re-
mains 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. If it has, check
that the food is safe to use and if it
is, then use it as soon as possible or
cook it before freezing it again.
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible. This way the nutritional
value of the food, its vitamin content,
appearance and taste are not impaired.
If food is frozen quickly, the cells have
less time to lose moisture, so they
shrink significantly less. As there is not
so much moisture loss, it is easier for
the food to reabsorb it during the de-
frosting process, and very little water
collects around the defrosted 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 ex-
ceeded. The maximum freezing capa-
city for freezing within a 24-hour period
is given on the data plate: “Freezing ca-
pacity...kg/24hrs”.
Storing frozen food
When buying frozen food to store in
your freezer, check:
- That the packaging is not damaged
- The use-by date
- That the temperature at which the
frozen food is being stored in the
shop is -18°C or colder
Where possible, transport frozen food
in an insulated bag and then store it
quickly in the refrigeration appliance.
Freezing and storing food
52
Home freezing
Before placing food in the freezer
When freezing more than 2kg of
fresh food, switch on the SuperFreeze
function for 6hours before placing
the food in the freezer.
When freezing even larger amounts of
food, switch on the SuperFreeze
function for 24hours before pla-
cing the food in the freezer.
This helps the frozen food which is
already stored in the freezer to stay
frozen.
Only freeze fresh food which is in a
good condition.
Please note that some food is not suit-
able for freezing. These include, for
example, vegetables that are usually
eaten raw, such as lettuce or radishes.
Tip: To retain colour, taste, aroma and
vitamin C, vegetables should be
blanched before they are frozen. To do
so, place vegetables portion by portion
into boiling water for 2–3minutes. Then
remove and plunge the vegetables into
ice-cold water to cool quickly. Leave
the vegetables to drain.
Packaging food for freezing
Freeze food in portions.
Tip: Use suitable packaging to avoid
freezer burn (such as freezer contain-
ers).
Expel as much air as possible from
the packaging and close it tightly.
Make a note of the contents and the
date of freezing on the packaging.
Placing frozen food in the freezer
Risk of damage caused by load-
ing too much food.
Loading frozen goods which are too
heavy can cause damage to the
freezer drawers.
Do not exceed the maximum load
size of 12kg.
Unfrozen food should not touch
frozen food as this will cause the
frozen food to begin to thaw.
To prevent food sticking together
when frozen, make sure that the
packaging and containers are dry.
To ensure that food freezes through to
the core quickly, do not exceed the
following packaging and container
sizes:
- Fruit and vegetables: max. 1kg
- Meat: max. 2.5kg
–Freezing small amounts of food
Freeze food in the top freezer drawer.
Freezing and storing food
53
Place the food so that it is touching
the back of the drawer to help it
freeze through to the core as quickly
as possible.
–VarioRoom: freezing the maximum
amount of food (see data plate).
If there is insufficient air circulation in
the freezer zone, the cooling per-
formance will decrease and energy
consumption will increase.
Do not remove the lowest freezer
drawer from the refrigeration appli-
ance.
When placing food in the freezer,
make sure that the ventilation slots
are not blocked.
Tip: If you wish to freeze large items of
food such as a turkey or game, you can
remove the individual freezer drawers to
increase the space above a drawer.
Distribute the food in all freezer drawers
apart from the lowest freezer drawer.
Place the food so that it is touching
the back of the drawer to help it
freeze through to the core as quickly
as possible.
Once frozen:
Switch the SuperFreeze function
off.
Place the frozen food in the freezer
drawers and push them back in.
Storage time for frozen food
Food group Storage time
(Months)
Ice cream 2to6
Bread, baked goods 2to6
Cheese 2to4
Fish, oily 1to2
Fish, lean 1to5
Sausage, ham 1to3
Game, pork 1to12
Poultry, beef 2to10
Vegetables, fruit 6to18
Herbs 6to10
The storage times given are guidelines only.
For standard freezing results, follow the
advice on packaging.
By keeping the freezer zone at a con-
stant temperature of -18°C and taking
appropriate hygiene measures you can
maximise the storage life of your food
and avoid food waste.
Freezing and storing food
54
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
Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 full with wa-
ter and place it on the bottom of one
of the freezer drawers.
Once frozen, use a blunt instrument,
for example a spoon handle, to re-
move the ice cube tray from the
freezer if it is stuck.
Tip: Ice cubes can be removed easily
from the tray by twisting the tray gently
or by holding it under cold running wa-
ter for a short time.
Defrosting
55
The appliance is equipped with a
NoFrost system. The refrigeration appli-
ance defrosts automatically.
The moisture generated in the appli-
ance collects on the condenser and is
automatically defrosted and dissipated
from time to time.
This automatic defrosting system en-
ables the refrigeration appliance to re-
main permanently ice-free. Food stored
in the freezer will not defrost with this
system.
Cleaning and care
56
The data plate located inside the in-
terior cabinet of the refrigeration appli-
ance must not be removed. It contains
information which is required in the
event of a fault.
Do not let water get into the elec-
tronic module.
Risk of damage due to moisture
ingress.
The steam from a steam cleaner can
damage plastic and electrical com-
ponents.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
the refrigeration appliance.
Cleaning agents
Cleaning and conditioning agents
used in the interior cabinet of the re-
frigeration appliance must be food
safe.
To avoid damaging the surfaces of the
appliance, do not use the following:
- Cleaning agents containing soda,
ammonia, acids or chlorides
- Cleaning agents containing descaling
agents
- Abrasive cleaning agents (e.g. scour-
ing powder, scouring liquid or pumice
stones)
- Cleaning agents containing solvents
- Stainless steel cleaners
- Dishwasher cleaner
- Oven sprays
- Glass cleaning agents
- Hard, abrasive sponges and brushes
(e.g. pot scourers)
- Eraser stain remover blocks
- Sharp metal scrapers
We recommend using a clean sponge
and lukewarm water with a little wash-
ing-up liquid to clean the surfaces of
the appliance.
Cleaning and care
57
Preparing the refrigeration ap-
pliance for cleaning
Switch the refrigeration appliance off.
appears in the display and the cool-
ing system is switched off.
Take any food out of the refrigeration
appliance and store it in a cool place.
Take out any removable accessories
for cleaning (see “Removing and dis-
mantling accessories for cleaning”).
Cleaning the inside of the ap-
pliance
The refrigeration appliance should be
cleaned regularly (at least once a
month).
If soiling is left on for any length of
time, it may become impossible to
remove under certain circumstances.
Surfaces may suffer discolouration or
damage.
It is therefore best to remove any
soiling immediately.
Clean the interior with a clean
sponge, lukewarm water and a little
washing-up liquid.
After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a cloth.
Leave the door open to air the refri-
geration appliance sufficiently for a
short while and to prevent odour
build-up.
Cleaning and care
58
Cleaning accessories by hand
or in the dishwasher
The following components must be
cleaned by hand only:
- All drawers
The following components are dish-
washer-safe:
Risk of damage due to high dish-
washer temperatures.
Parts of the refrigeration appliance
may become unusable, e.g. deform,
if they are washed in the dishwasher
at more than 55°C.
For dishwasher-safe components, al-
ways select dishwasher programmes
with a maximum temperature of
55°C.
Contact with natural dyes from car-
rots, tomatoes and ketchup, etc., may
discolour the plastic parts in the dish-
washer. This discolouration does not
affect the stability of the parts.
- The ice cube tray
Removing and dismantling ac-
cessories for cleaning
Removing the drawers
Pull the drawer out as far as it will go.
Lift the drawer at the front and pull it
out.
Replacing the drawers
Insert the drawers into the refrigera-
tion appliance from an angle.
Push in and lower the drawer.
Cleaning and care
59
Cleaning the front of the appli-
ance and the side panels
If soiling is left on for any length of
time, it may become impossible to
remove. Surfaces may suffer discol-
ouration 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 discol-
our the surfaces.
See the information on “Cleaning
agents” at the beginning of this sec-
tion.
Clean the surfaces with a clean
sponge and a solution of warm water
and washing-up liquid. A clean, damp
microfibre cloth without cleaning
agent can also be used.
After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a soft cloth.
Cleaning the door seal
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 soft cloth.
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 (you could
use a Miele vacuum cleaner dusting
brush, for example).
Cleaning and care
60
After cleaning
Replace all shelves and accessories
in the refrigeration appliance.
Switch the refrigeration appliance
back on, if necessary.
The refrigeration appliance will start
cooling again.
Switch the SuperFreeze function
on for a while so that the freezer sec-
tion can cool down quickly.
Once the freezer has reached the re-
quired temperature, place the frozen
food back in the freezer drawers and
put them back in the freezer.
Switch the SuperFreeze function
off as soon as the temperature in the
freezer is a constant -18°C or colder.
Close the appliance door.
Problem solving guide
61
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 Cause and remedy
The refrigeration appli-
ance is not cooling.
The refrigeration appliance is not switched on and
the symbol is lit up in the display.
Switch the refrigeration appliance on.
The plug is not inserted in the socket correctly.
Insert the plug into the socket. If the refrigeration
appliance is switched off, will appear in the dis-
play.
The mains fuse has tripped. There could be a fault
with the refrigeration appliance, the household elec-
trical wiring or another electrical appliance.
Contact a qualified electrician or the Miele Cus-
tomer Service Department.
The compressor runs
continuously.
This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressor
runs at a lower speed, but for longer, when less
cooling is required.
The compressor is
switching on more fre-
quently and for longer
periods of time. The
temperature in the refri-
geration 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-
side or frozen at the same time.
Only open the appliance door when necessary and
for as short a time as possible.
After a while, the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
The appliance door is not properly closed. A thick
layer of ice may have formed in the freezer section.
Close the appliance door.
Problem solving guide
62
Problem Cause and remedy
After a while, the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
If a thick layer of ice has already formed, this will af-
fect cooling and increase energy consumption.
Defrost the refrigeration appliance and clean it.
The ambient temperature is too high. The higher the
ambient temperature, the longer the compressor
runs.
See the information in “Installation – Installation
site”.
The refrigeration appliance was not properly installed
in the niche.
Install the refrigeration appliance in the niche as
described in the installation instructions supplied
with it.
The temperature setting in the refrigeration appliance
is too low.
Correct the temperature setting.
A large amount of food is being frozen at once.
See “Freezing and storing food”.
The SuperFreeze function is still switched on.
Switch off the SuperFreeze function earlier to
save energy.
The compressor comes
on less and less often
and for shorter periods
of time. The temperat-
ure 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 24hours.
The frozen food begins to defrost.
The ambient temperature is too low for this refrigera-
tion appliance.
If the ambient temperature is too low, the com-
pressor will run less frequently. This may cause the
freezer section to become too warm.
See the information in “Installation – Installation
site”.
Increase the ambient temperature.
Problem solving guide
63
Problem Cause and remedy
Ice or condensation has
built up inside the refri-
geration appliance. The
appliance door may not
close correctly.
The door seal has come out of its groove.
Check that the door seal is correctly positioned in
the groove.
The door seal is damaged.
Check whether the door seal is damaged.
The door seal is dam-
aged or needs to be re-
placed.
No tools are required to change the door seal.
Change the door seal. A replacement is available
from Miele or from specialist retailers.
Problem solving guide
64
Other problems
Problem Cause and remedy
Food has frozen to-
gether.
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.
There is no audible
alarm even though the
appliance door has
been open for a long
time.
This is not a fault. The alarm was switched off in Set-
tings mode. If you want to switch the audible alarm
back on:
In Settings mode, use the or sensor con-
trol to scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the and sensor controls to select the
volume you want for alarms and buzzers.
Touch OK.
appears in the display when the alarms and
buzzers are switched on.
Problem solving guide
65
Display warnings
Message Cause and remedy
lights up in the
display. The refri-
geration appli-
ance does not
get cold, al-
though the appli-
ance controls are
working.
Demo mode has been activated.
Touch OK.
Miele will appear initially in the display, followed by
the start screen.
Touch OK.
In Settings mode, use the or sensor con-
trol to scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
After demo mode has been switched off, the refri-
geration appliance shuts down and must be switched
on again.
Nothing is visible in the
display. The display is
completely blank.
Sabbath mode is switched on.
TouchOK.
will appear in the display.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is switched on, a
dot appears in the upper corner of the display
.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is switched off,
the dot in the upper corner of the display goes out.
is lit up on the
display and the
appliance cannot
be used.
The lock function has been activated.
Unlock the refrigeration appliance temporarily or
switch the lock function off completely (see “Se-
lecting further settings – Deactivating the lock
function/ temporarily/switching off com-
pletely”).
lights up in the dis-
play and an alarm also
sounds.
The door alarm has been activated.
TouchOK.
The alarm will stop and the
symbol will go out.
Close the appliance door.
Problem solving guide
66
Message Cause and remedy
is lit up in the tem-
perature display and an
alarm is also sounding.
The temperature alarm has been activated; the tem-
perature in the freezer section has risen higher or
fallen lower than the temperature set.
Possible reasons for this include:
– The appliance door has been opened too fre-
quently.
– A large quantity of fresh food has been placed
in the freezer without switching on the Super-
Freeze function.
– A prolonged power cut (mains outage) has oc-
curred.
– The refrigeration appliance has a fault.
TouchOK.
The alarm message is confirmed:
goes out and
the alarm stops.
The warmest temperature recorded in the refrigera-
tion appliance will flash for about 1minute in the dis-
play. Then the temperature display will change to the
current temperature.
You can exit from the flashing temperature display
early:
TouchOK.
The warmest temperature displayed will disappear.
The display will then revert to showing the current
temperature in the freezer.
Rectify the cause of the alarm.
Depending on the temperature displayed, you
should check whether food in the freezer has star-
ted to thaw or has defrosted. If it has, it should be
used as soon as possible. Defrosted food may
only be re-frozen after it has been cooked.
Problem solving guide
67
Message Cause and remedy
lights up red in the
display and an alarm
also sounds.
Indication of an interruption to the power supply: the
temperature in the refrigeration appliance over the
last few days or hours has risen too high because of
a power cut or interruption to the power supply.
Tap
.
The fault message is confirmed:
goes out and the alarm will stop.
The warmest temperature recorded in the refrigera-
tion appliance will flash for about 1minute in the dis-
play. Then the temperature display will change to the
current temperature.
You can exit from the flashing temperature display
early:
Touch the temperature display.
The warmest temperature displayed will disappear.
The display will then revert to showing the current
temperature. The refrigeration appliance will go back
to the last temperature setting when the power is
back on.
Rectify the cause of the alarm.
Depending on the temperature displayed, you
should check whether food in the freezer has star-
ted to thaw or has defrosted. If it has, it should be
used as soon as possible. Defrosted food may
only be re-frozen after it has been cooked.
Problem solving guide
68
Message Cause and remedy
lights up red in
the display and a
fault code F with
numbers may ap-
pear. An alarm
will also sound.
There is a fault.
Tap on the display to switch the alarm off.
Call the Miele Customer Service Department.
To report the fault, you need the fault code and also
the model number and serial number of your refriger-
ation appliance. You can access this information on
the display.
To do this, touch on the display.
The appliance data required will be shown on the
display.
Confirm with OK to exit the information display and
the fault code will be shown again on the display.
The refrigeration appliance can be switched off dir-
ectly from the fault message display.
There is an appliance fault: this display always has
priority over any settings which have just been selec-
ted.
An appliance fault has priority over any current door
and/or temperature alarms displayed.
Noises
69
Normal
noises
What is causing them?
Brrrrr... A humming noise is made by the compressor. This noise can
get louder for brief periods when the compressor switches on.
Blubb,
blubb...
A gurgling noise can be heard when the refrigerant circulates
through the pipes.
Click... Clicking sounds occur whenever the thermostat switches the
compressor on or off.
Sssrrrrr... You can sometimes just hear the sound of the fan inside the ap-
pliance.
Crack... A cracking sound can be heard when materials expand inside
the refrigeration appliance.
Please bear in mind that a certain amount of noise is unavoidable (from the com-
pressor and the refrigerant circulating through the cooling circuit).
Noises Cause and remedy
Rattling, vi-
brating
The refrigeration appliance is uneven. Realign the appliance us-
ing a spirit level by raising or lowering the adjustable feet under-
neath the refrigeration appliance.
For niches of 140cm and more: place the stabilising rods sup-
plied underneath the appliance base.
Drawers, baskets or shelves are jiggling or are stuck. Check all
removable items and refit them correctly.
Bottles or containers are touching. Separate them.
Service
70
Contact in the event of a fault
In the event of any faults which you
cannot remedy yourself, please contact
your Miele dealer or the Miele Customer
Service Department.
You can book a Miele Customer Ser-
vice Department call-out online at
www.miele.com/service.
Contact information for the Miele Cus-
tomer Service Department can be
found at the end of this document.
Please quote the model identifier and
serial number of your appliance (Fabr./
SN/Nr.) when contacting the Miele Cus-
tomer Service Department. This inform-
ation can be found on the data plate.
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.
The data plate can be found in the in-
terior cabinet of the refrigeration appli-
ance.
Displaying appliance informa-
tion
This can be found in Settings mode un-
der Information (see “Selecting further
settings”) or on the data plate inside the
refrigeration appliance.
EPREL database
From 1 March 2021, information on en-
ergy labelling and ecodesign require-
ments will be available in the European
Product Database (EPREL). You can
find the product database at the follow-
ing link https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/. You
will be asked to enter the model identi-
fier.
The model identifier can be found on
the data plate.
SN-ST
R600a:
XXXXXX
Nr. XX/ XXXXXXXXX.
XXX l
XXg
Warranty
The appliance warranty is valid for 2
years from date of purchase. In the UK,
you must activate your cover by calling
0330 160 6640 or registering online at
www.miele.co.uk.
For more information on country-spe-
cific warranty terms and conditions,
please contact Miele Customer Service.
EU Conformity declaration
71
Miele hereby declares that this freezer
complies with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The complete text of the EU declaration
of conformity is available from one of
the following internet addresses:
- Products, Download from
www.miele.ie
- For service, information, operating in-
structions etc: go to www.miele.ie/
domestic/customer-informa-
tion-385.htm and enter the name of
the product or the serial number
Frequency band
of the WiFi mod-
ule
2.4000GHz –
2.4835GHz
Maximum trans-
mitting power of
the WiFi module
<100mW
UK Conformity declaration
72
Miele hereby declares that this fridge-
freezer complies with UK Radio Equip-
ment Regulations 2017, as amended.
The complete text of the UK declaration
of conformity is available from one of
the following internet addresses:
- Products, Download from
www.miele.co.uk
- For service, information, operating in-
structions etc: go to
www.miele.co.uk and enter the name
of the product or the serial number
Frequency band
of the WiFi mod-
ule
2.4000GHz –
2.4835GHz
Maximum trans-
mitting power of
the WiFi module
<100mW
United Kingdom
Miele Co. Ltd., Fairacres, Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TW
Tel: 0330 160 6600, Internet: www.miele.co.uk/service, E-mail: [email protected]
Australia
Miele Australia Pty. Ltd.
ACN 005 635 398
ABN 96 005 635 398
Level 4, 141 Camberwell Road
Hawthorn East, VIC 3123
Tel: 1300 464 353
Internet: www.miele.com.au
Miele Electrical Appliances Co., Ltd.
1-3 Floor, No. 82 Shi Men Yi Road
Jing' an District
200040 Shanghai, PRC
Tel: +86 21 6157 3500
Fax: +86 21 6157 3511
E-mail: [email protected],
Internet: www.miele.cn
China Mainland
Miele (Hong Kong) Ltd.
41/F - 4101, Manhattan Place
23 Wang Tai Road
Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2610 1025
Fax: (852) 3579 1404
Email:
Website: www.miele.hk
Hong Kong, China
Miele India Pvt. Ltd.
1st Floor, Copia Corporate Suites,
Commercial Plot 9,
Mathura Road, Jasola,
New Delhi - 110025
E-mail: customercare@miele.in
Website: www.miele.in
India
Miele Ireland Ltd.
2024 Bianconi Avenue
Citywest Business Campus
Dublin 24
Tel: (01) 461 07 10
Fax: (01) 461 07 97
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.miele.ie
Ireland
Malaysia
Miele Sdn Bhd
Suite 12-2, Level 12
Menara Sapura Kencana
Petroleum
Solaris Dutamas No. 1
Jalan Dutamas 1
50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone: +603-6209-0288
Fax: +603-6205-3768
Miele New Zealand Limited
IRD 98 463 631
8 College Hill
Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011
New Zealand
Tel: 0800 464 353
Internet: www.miele.co.nz
New Zealand
Miele Pte. Ltd.
29 Media Circle
#11-04 ALICE@Mediapolis
Singapore 138565
Tel: +65 6735 1191
Fax: +65 6735 1161
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.miele.sg
Singapore
Miele (Pty) Ltd.
63 Peter Place, Bryanston 2194
P.O. Box 69434, Bryanston 2021
Tel: (011) 875 9000
Fax: (011) 875 9035
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.miele.co.za
South Africa
Miele Appliances Ltd.
Showroom 1, Eiffel 1 Building
P.O. Box 114782 - Dubai
Tel. +971 4 3044 999
Fax. +971 4 3418 852
800-MIELE (64353)
E-Mail: [email protected]
Website: www.miele.ae
United Arab Emirates
Manufacturer:
Miele & Cie. KG, Carl-Miele-Straße 29, 33332 Gütersloh, Germany
Thailand
Miele Appliances Ltd.
BHIRAJ TOWER at EmQuartier
43rd Floor Unit 4301-4303
689 Sukhumvit Road
North Klongton Sub-District
Vadhana District
Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Sheikh Zayed Road, Umm Al Sheif
Kuwait
Miele Kuwait
Al Wazzan United Trading Co.
P. O. Box : 3379
Hawally, 32034 Kuwait
Tel.: 00965-22001010
Fax: 00965-24838292
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.alwazzanunited.com
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