Operating 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. 12 584 020
Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions ............................................................................... 5
Caring for the environment ......................................................................................... 13
Installation...................................................................................................................... 14
Installation site ...............................................................................................................
14
Side-by-side combinations ..................................................................................... 15
Climate range ............................................................................................................ 16
Ventilation.................................................................................................................. 16
Changing the door hinging ............................................................................................
16
Furniture door panel.......................................................................................................
17
Horizontal and vertical gaps.................................................................................... 17
Weight of the furniture door.................................................................................... 18
Limiting the opening angle of the appliance door......................................................
18
Building-in dimensions .................................................................................................
19
Installation in a tall unit/side view.......................................................................... 19
Connections and ventilation ................................................................................... 20
Electrical connection .....................................................................................................
21
Saving energy................................................................................................................. 22
Guide to the appliance................................................................................................. 23
FNS7040..., 7140... ....................................................................................................
23
FNS7710..., 7740.........................................................................................................
24
Control panel with start display ...................................................................................
26
Settings mode...................................................................................................... 26
Selecting the desired function in Settings mode ........................................... 28
Accessories supplied.....................................................................................................
29
Optional accessories .....................................................................................................
29
Switching on and off..................................................................................................... 30
Before using for the first time.......................................................................................
30
Connecting the refrigeration appliance ................................................................. 30
Switching the refrigeration appliance on ....................................................................
30
Switching off the refrigeration appliance....................................................................
30
To note when switching off for longer periods of time........................................ 30
The correct temperature.............................................................................................. 31
Temperature display.......................................................................................................
31
Setting the temperature ................................................................................................
31
Possible temperature settings................................................................................ 31
Using Super freeze........................................................................................................ 32
Switching SuperFreeze on and off..................................................................... 32
Contents
3
Selecting further settings............................................................................................ 33
Explanation of the different settings............................................................................
33
Party mode ............................................................................................................ 33
Switching on the lock function/.................................................................... 33
Sabbath mode....................................................................................................... 34
Changing the time before the door alarm is triggered .................................... 34
Miele@home............................................................................................................. 35
Adjusting the volume of alarms and buzzers/............................................ 36
Adjusting the display brightness ....................................................................... 36
Switching off demo mode .................................................................................... 36
Resetting the settings to their default settings ............................................. 37
Information............................................................................................................. 37
Temperature and door alarm ...................................................................................... 38
Freezing and storing food............................................................................................ 40
Freezing fresh food.........................................................................................................
40
Maximum freezing capacity .................................................................................... 40
Storing frozen food.........................................................................................................
40
Home freezing.................................................................................................................
40
Storage time for frozen food.........................................................................................
42
Cooling drinks quickly....................................................................................................
42
Using accessories ..........................................................................................................
42
Making ice cubes...................................................................................................... 42
Cleaning and care ......................................................................................................... 43
Defrosting........................................................................................................................
43
Cleaning agents ..............................................................................................................
43
Preparing the refrigeration appliance for cleaning.....................................................
44
Cleaning the inside of the appliance ...........................................................................
44
Cleaning accessories by hand or in the dishwasher .................................................
44
Removing and dismantling accessories for cleaning ................................................
44
Inserting the glass shelves and drawers into the freezer section...................... 44
Cleaning the door seal...................................................................................................
45
Cleaning the ventilation gaps .......................................................................................
45
After cleaning ..................................................................................................................
45
Problem solving guide.................................................................................................. 46
Noises.............................................................................................................................. 53
Service............................................................................................................................. 55
Contact in the event of a fault......................................................................................
55
EPREL database .............................................................................................................
55
Warranty ..........................................................................................................................
55
EU Conformity declaration.......................................................................................... 56
Warning and Safety instructions
5
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.
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.
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.
Warning and Safety instructions
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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
Directive. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such
purposes may cause deterioration of the items stored. The
refrigeration appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where
there is a risk of explosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or
incorrect 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.
Safety with children
Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
refrigeration appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance
unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and
recognise 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
entangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their
head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.
Technical safety
The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration
appliance complies with statutory safety requirements and the
appropriate EU directives.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Warning: fire hazard/flammable materials. This symbol is on the
compressor and indicates flammable materials. Do not remove this
sticker.
The refrigerant inside the appliance (details on the data plate) is
environmentally friendly but flammable.
The use of this refrigerant does, however, sometimes lead 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 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
refrigerant can damage the eyes and leaking refrigerant can ignite.
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
appliance 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.
To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the
connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data plate
corresponds to the household supply.
Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult
a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when
correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety requirement
is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installation tested by
a qualified electrician.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous power
supply 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
system 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 original
Miele spare parts are used. For safety reasons, such replacement
may only be carried out by a qualified specialist or the Miele
Customer Service Department.
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
connection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not
operate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to
moisture (e.g in a garage or utility room).
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.
For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has
been built in.
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.
Warning and Safety instructions
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While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
warranty is invalidated.
Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele
original spare parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of
the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
Proper installation
When installing the refrigeration appliance, it is a mandatory
requirement to follow the installation instructions supplied with it.
Always wear protective gloves when transporting and installing the
refrigeration appliance.
Two people are required to install the refrigeration appliance.
Change the door hinging (if necessary) as described in the
installation instructions supplied with the appliance.
Only install the refrigeration appliance in a solid, rectangular and
level housing unit, positioned on an even and level floor.
Correct use
This refrigeration appliance is designed for use within specific
ambient temperatures (climate range). Do not use in ambient
temperatures 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
efficiency 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.
Warning and Safety instructions
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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.
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
defrosted 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
instructions 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,
warranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.
Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for a
minimum of 10years and up to 15years following the discontinuation
of your refrigeration appliance.
Cleaning and care
Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will cause
the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.
Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean or defrost this
appliance.
Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator,
causing 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 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.
Transport
Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its
original 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
Children playing could become trapped in the appliance and could
suffocate.
- Remove the appliance doors.
- Remove the drawers.
- Leave the adjustable shelves in the refrigeration appliance so
children cannot climb inside.
- If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This
will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking
themselves in and endangering their lives.
Risk of electric shock!
- Cut the plug off the mains connection cable.
- Cut the mains connection cable off the old appliance.
Dispose of the plug and mains connection cable separately from the
old appliance.
During and after disposal, make sure that the refrigeration
appliance is not placed near petrol or other flammable gases and
liquids.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Risk of fire due to escaping oil or refrigerant!
The refrigerant and oil inside the appliance are flammable. In high
enough concentrations, escaping refrigerant or oil may ignite if they
come into contact with an external heat source.
During disposal, make sure that the cooling circuit is not damaged in
order to prevent refrigerant and oil escaping in an uncontrolled
manner (see the data plate for details of the refrigerant).
Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to
damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
- puncturing the coolant channels in the condenser,
- bending any pipework, or
- scratching the surface coating.
Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)
This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal
operation.
The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it
penetrates the airways.
Caring for the environment
13
Disposing of the packaging
material
The packaging material is used for
handling and protects the appliance
from transport damage. The packaging
material used is selected from materials
which are environmentally friendly for
disposal and can generally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging material
reduces the use of raw materials. Use
material-specific collection points for
valuable materials and take advantage
of return options. Your Miele dealer will
take the packaging material away.
Disposing of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials,
compounds 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.
Take care not to damage your
refrigeration appliance before or during
disposal in an authorised,
environmentally friendly manner.
This is to ensure that refrigerant in the
cooling circuit and oil in the compressor
is contained, and will not leak into the
environment.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal
points to dispose of and recycle
electrical and electronic appliances in
your local community, with your dealer
or with Miele, free of charge. By law, you
are solely responsible for deleting any
personal data from the old appliance
prior to disposal. You are legally obliged
to remove any old batteries which are
not securely enclosed by the appliance
and to remove any lamps without
destroying them, where this is possible.
These must be taken to a suitable
collection point where they can be
handed in free of charge. Please ensure
that your old appliance poses no risk to
children while being stored for disposal.
Installation
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Installation site
Risk of damage and danger of
injury due to the refrigeration
appliance tipping over.
This refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and can tip forwards when the
appliance door is open.
Keep the appliance door(s) closed
until the refrigeration appliance has
been built in. The refrigeration
appliance must be secured in its
building-in niche in accordance with
the operating and installation
instructions.
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
refrigeration appliance.
This refrigeration appliance must not
be installed underneath a hob.
Fire risk and danger of damage
from open flames.
Open flames can set fire to the
refrigeration appliance.
Keep open flames (e.g. a candle)
away from the refrigeration
appliance.
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
Risk of damage due to high
humidity.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on
external 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 the refrigeration
appliance is installed in accordance
with these installation instructions. It
is essential to comply with the
specified ventilation cutout
requirements.
When deciding on the installation site,
please bear in mind that your
refrigeration 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.
Installation
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When installing the refrigeration
appliance, please note the following:
- The socket must be easily accessible
in an emergency, not concealed
behind the appliance.
- The plug and mains connection cable
must not touch the rear of the
refrigeration appliance as they could
be damaged by vibrations from the
appliance.
- Other appliances must also not be
plugged into a socket located directly
behind the refrigeration appliance.
- When installing the refrigeration
appliance, make sure that the mains
connection cable does not get
trapped or damaged.
- Do not position or operate multi-
socket adapters, distributor strips or
other electronic devices (e.g. 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.
Side-by-side combinations
Risk of damage due to
condensation on external appliance
panels.
In environments with high humidity
and a lack of ventilation,
condensation can build up on
external appliance panels, which can
cause corrosion.
Do not place refrigeration appliances
directly next to or on top of one
another.
Your refrigeration appliance can be
installed with another refrigeration
appliance on top of it as it is equipped
with an integrated heater in the top of
the appliance. Each of the two
refrigeration appliances must be built
into a separate housing unit.
This refrigeration appliance must be
installed as the lower appliance.
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Climate range
This refrigeration appliance is designed
for use within specific ambient
temperatures (climate range). Do not
use in ambient temperatures for which
it is not designed.
A lower ambient temperature leads to
the compressor switching off for longer
periods. This can cause the internal
temperature in the refrigeration
appliance to rise with the risk of food
deteriorating and going off.
The climate range is stated on the data
plate in the interior cabinet of the
refrigeration appliance.
Climate range Ambient
temperature
SN 10to32°C
N 16to32°C
ST 16to38°C
T 16to43°C
SN-ST 10to38°C
SN-T 10to43°C
A freezer from the SN climate range
can operate without any difficulties in
rooms with a cooler ambient
temperature (down to +5°C).
Ventilation
Risk of fire and damage due to
insufficient ventilation.
If the refrigeration appliance is not
ventilated sufficiently, the
compressor will run more frequently
and for longer periods. This will result
in increased energy consumption and
a higher operating temperature for
the compressor. This may, in turn,
cause damage to the compressor.
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
appliance gets warm. The appliance
housing unit must therefore be
constructed to allow sufficient space for
ventilation (see “Installation
dimensions” and the installation
instructions provided).
Changing the door hinging
Danger of injury and damage to
the appliance due to heavy door.
There is an increased risk of injury
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).
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Do not change the hinging if this
refrigeration appliance is going to be
installed side by side with another
refrigeration appliance.
Furniture door panel
Horizontal and vertical gaps
Depending on the style of kitchen
furniture, the thickness and edge radius
of the furniture door panel and the gap
that runs around the door, vertically and
horizontally, are specified.
It is essential to pay attention to the
following:
- Horizontal gap
The gap between the furniture door
panel and the housing unit door above
or below it must be at least 3mm.
- Vertical gap
If the gap between the refrigeration
appliance furniture door panel and
the adjoining housing unit door or
wall on the hinged side is too small,
the appliance door could collide with
the adjoining housing unit door or
wall when opened.
It may be necessary to adjust the size
of this gap to suit the thickness and
edge radius of the appliance furniture
door.
This must be taken into consideration
when planning your kitchen and when
replacing an old refrigeration appliance
with a new one to ensure the
installation conditions required are met.
Appliance
furniture
door
thickness
A [mm]
Gap X [mm]
for different
edge radiiB
R0 R1.2 R2 R3
≥16–19 min. 3
20 5 4 4 3.5
21 5.5 5 4.5 4
22 6.5 6 5.5 5
Adjoining kitchen furniture front
A=Furniture front thickness
B=Edge radius
X=Gap
Adjoining side wall
A=Furniture front thickness
B=Edge radius
X=Gap
Tip: Fit a spacer between the housing
unit carcase and the side wall. This way
you will get a sufficiently wide gap.
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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.
The maximum permissible weight of the
furniture door is:
Refrigeration appliance kg
FNS 7040 ... 14
FNS 7140 ... 16
FNS 7710 ... 26
FNS 7740 ... 26
Limiting the opening angle of
the appliance door
The door hinges are set ex works to
enable the appliance door to be opened
wide.
If the opening angle of the appliance
door needs to be limited to approx. 90°,
the hinge can be adjusted to
accommodate this.
The locking pins for limiting the door
opening must be fitted before the
refrigeration appliance is installed.
Insert the locking pins supplied for
limiting the door opening into the
hinges from above.
The appliance door opening angle is
now limited to approx. 90°.
Installation
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Building-in dimensions
Installation in a tall unit/side view
All dimensions are given in mm.
* The declared energy consumption was calculated in a 560mm deep niche. The
refrigeration appliance is fully functional in a 550mm niche but the energy
consumption will be slightly higher.
Before installation, ensure the housing unit dimensions are the correct size.
Niche height
A
FNS 7040 ... 714–730
FNS 7140 ... 874–890
FNS 7710 ... 1772–1788
FNS 7740 ... 1772–1788
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Connections and ventilation
All dimensions are given in mm.
The specified ventilation cross-sections must be adhered to in order to ensure the
correct functioning of the refrigeration appliance.
a
View from the front
b
Mains connection cable, length = 2200mm
c
Ventilation cross-section min. 200 cm
2
d
Ventilation
e
No connection sockets in this area
Installation
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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
appliance to a multi-socket plug
adapter or to an extension lead can
overload the cable.
For safety reasons, do not use an
extension lead or multi-socket
adapter.
The electrical installation must comply
with VDE0100 requirements.
For safety reasons, we recommend
using a type residual current device
(RCD) in the assigned electrical
installation for connecting the
refrigeration appliance.
If the mains connection cable is
damaged, 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
specialist 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
connection. If in any doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
Temporary or permanent operation on
an autonomous power supply 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
system 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 VDE-AR-E2510-2.
Connecting the refrigeration appliance
Insert the plug connector into the
socket at the back of the refrigeration
appliance.
Make sure that the plug connector has
clicked into position correctly.
Insert the plug of the refrigeration
appliance into the socket.
The refrigeration appliance is now
connected to the electricity supply.
Saving energy
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How to save energy:
Installation site The refrigeration appliance has to cool more often at higher
ambient 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
ventilation slots are not blocked.
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This drawing is for illustration purposes only.
a
Display
b
Freezer drawers
c
Soft-close mechanism (SoftClose)
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This drawing is for illustration purposes only.
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a
Display
b
NoFrost module
c
Tiltable freezer drawer
d
Freezer drawers
e
Soft-close mechanism (SoftClose) (depending on the model)
Guide to the appliance
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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
and entering Settings mode
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
/ Switching the lock function 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 ––
Change the time before the door alarm is triggered
(see “Selecting further settings”)
1:00
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Set up the Miele@home function for the first time,
activate and deactivate WiFi
or reset the network configuration
(see “Selecting further settings”)
App
/
Switch the keypad tone on or off On
/ 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 identifier and serial number)
about your refrigeration appliance
(see “Selecting further settings”)
––
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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
display
.
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.
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Accessories supplied
Ice cube tray
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products are available for your
appliance.
Optional accessories can be ordered
from the Miele webshop. They can
also be ordered from the Miele
Customer Service Department (see
end of this booklet for contact details)
or from your Miele dealer.
Multi-purpose microfibre cloth
The microfibre cloth is suitable for
removing 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-
purpose antibacterial cloth and is
particularly tear resistant and durable. It
can be used wet or dry, with or without
cleaning agent.
Soft-close mechanism (SoftClose)
(depending on the model)
The soft-close mechanism ensures that
your appliance door closes very softly
and quietly.
Furthermore, the appliance door will
close automatically if the angle of the
open door is less than 30°.
Switching on and off
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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 appliance
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
appliance 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
temperature (min. -18°C).
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
appliance 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
refrigeration 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
refrigeration appliance before a long
period of absence.
If the refrigeration appliance is not going
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
disconnect the fuse.
Clean the refrigeration appliance and
leave the door ajar to air the appliance
and avoid odours building up inside.
The correct temperature
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It is very important to set the correct
temperature to ensure the shelf life of
food. Reducing the temperature reduces
the growth rate of microorganisms.
Food does not spoil as quickly.
To freeze fresh food, a temperature of
-18°C is required. This will prolong the
shelf life of your food and retain its
quality.
As soon as the temperature rises above
-10°C, the bacteria become active 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 temperatures
achieved when cooking destroy most
bacteria.
The temperature in the refrigeration
appliance 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 being
put into it
- The higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the refrigeration
appliance This refrigeration appliance
is designed for use within specific
ambient 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
temperature to then be shown as a
constant 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
currently in the refrigeration appliance.
Possible temperature settings
- Freezer section: -15to-28°C
Using Super freeze
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SuperFreeze
When switched on, the SuperFreeze
function can be used to rapidly
reduce the temperature in the freezer
section to its lowest setting
(depending on the ambient
temperature). The refrigeration
appliance will work at full power and
lower the temperature. Select this
function before freezing fresh food.
This helps food to freeze quickly and
retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours
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
beforehand.
The SuperFreeze function will
switch itself off automatically after a
maximum of 72hours. The
refrigeration appliance will then run at
normal power again. The quantity of
fresh food placed in the freezer will
determine 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
SuperFreeze 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 upper
corner of the display
.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the temperature you want and touch
OK.
Selecting further settings
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Explanation of the different
settings
Only the settings that require further
explanation 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
recommended if you wish to chill or
freeze large amounts of fresh food or
drink quickly.
Tip: Switch on the Party mode
function 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
appliance from being switched off
inadvertently and against unintentional
adjustments 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
function/
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
approx. 6seconds.
will appear in the display.
TouchOK.
Now select the required settings.
TouchOK.
Closing the appliance door will
reactivate the lock function .
Switching off the lock function/
Touch OK.
will appear in the display.
Touch the OKsensor control for
approx. 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.
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Sabbath mode
The refrigeration appliance offers a
Sabbath mode for the purposes of
religious 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
- The temperature display
- An active WiFi connection
All other functions switched on
previously remain activated.
Health risk caused by
decomposing 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
Sabbath mode, check the quality of
the food.
Switching Sabbath mode on
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Tap OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is
switched on, a dot appears in the upper
corner of the display
.
The display switches off after
3seconds.
Close the appliance door.
Switching Sabbath mode off
Touch the OKsensor control.
will appear in the display.
Tap OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is
switched on, a dot appears in the upper
corner of the display
.
Tap OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is
switched off, the dot in the upper corner
of the display goes out.
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.
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Miele@home
Your refrigeration appliance is
equipped with an integrated WiFi
module.
Networking is deactivated at the
factory.
To use this feature, you will need:
- A WiFi network
- The Miele app
- A Miele user account You can create a
user account via the Miele app.
The Miele app will guide you as you
connect your refrigeration appliance to
your home WiFi network.
Once the refrigeration appliance is
connected to your WiFi network, you
can use the app to carry out the
following activities, for example:
- Call up information on the operating
status of your refrigeration appliance
- Change the settings on your
refrigeration appliance
Connecting your refrigeration appliance
to your WiFi network will increase
energy consumption, even when the
appliance is switched off.
Make sure that the signal of your
WiFi network is sufficiently strong in
the place where you want to set up
your refrigeration appliance.
Availability of the WiFi connection
The WiFi connection shares a frequency
range with other appliances (including
microwave ovens and remote control
toys). This can give rise to sporadic or
even complete connection failures.
Therefore, the availability of featured
functions cannot be guaranteed.
Miele@home availability
The ability to use the Miele app
depends on the availability of the
Miele@home service in your country.
The Miele@home service is not
available in every country.
For information about availability, please
visit www.miele.com.
Miele App
The Miele App is available to download
free of charge from the Apple App
Store
®
or from the Google Play Store™.
Setting up Miele@home for the first
time
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
TouchOK.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the connection method you
wish to use (app or WPS).
TouchOK.
After you have successfully logged in,
will appear on the start display.
If a connection could not be created,
the display shows.
Start the process again.
Deactivating or activating the WiFi
connection
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
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Touch OK.
If the WiFi is deactivated, the symbol
will appear in the display.
To reactivate the WiFi connection,
touch OK.
If the WiFi is activated, the symbol
and a dot appear in the upper corner of
the display
.
When the WiFi connection is active, the
symbol appears in the start display.
Resetting the network configuration
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.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the symbol.
Touch OK.
All entered settings and values for
Miele@home are reset to the default
settings.
The WiFi connection has been
deactivated, goes out in the start
display.
Reset the network configuration if
you are disposing of or selling your
refrigeration appliance, or if you are
putting a used refrigeration appliance
into operation. All personal data is
removed from the refrigeration
appliance. This will also ensure that a
previous owner is no longer able to
access the refrigeration appliance.
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
appliance is switched on.
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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.
Resetting the settings to their default
settings
All settings made on the refrigeration
appliance will be reset to default
settings (for settings, see “Guide to the
appliance”).
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 identifier and
serial number) is shown on the display.
Keep this appliance data to hand:
- For integrating the refrigeration
appliance into your WiFi network (see
“Selecting further settings –
Miele@home”) (depending on the
model).
- When reporting an appliance fault to
the Miele Customer Service
Department (see “Service”).
- When retrieving information from the
EPREL database (see “Service”).
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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. 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 temperature alarm 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
appliance is set at determines the
temperature the appliance recognises
as being too warm.
A temperature alarm is displayed
before an existing door alarm.
The audible and visual signals may be
activated in the following situations:
- You switch on the refrigeration
appliance and the temperature in a
temperature zone differs greatly
from the set temperature.
- Too much warm ambient 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
confirmed:
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.
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Door alarm
The refrigeration appliance is fitted
with a door alarm to avoid increased
energy consumption and food
becoming warm if the 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
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Freezing fresh food
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. 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
defrosting 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 exceeded.
The maximum freezing capacity for
freezing within a 24-hour period is given
on the data plate: “Freezing
capacity...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.
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
placing 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
suitable 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
containers).
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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
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.
Do not exceed the relevant maximum
load:
Freezer drawer = 12kg
Glass shelf = 35kg
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
Place the food in the upper freezer
drawers.
Place the food flat in the bottom of
the upper freezer drawers so that it
freezes through to the core as quickly
as possible.
–VarioRoom: freezing the maximum
amount of food (see data plate)
If the ventilation slots are blocked,
the cooling performance will
decrease and energy consumption
will increase.
When placing food in the freezer,
make sure that the ventilation slots
are not blocked.
Tip: You can expand the space available
in the freezer section. If you wish to
freeze large frozen food such as a turkey
or game, the glass shelves between the
drawers can be removed.
Remove the upper freezer drawers.
Place the food flat on the upper glass
shelves so that it freezes 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.
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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
constant temperature of -18°C and
taking appropriate hygiene measures
you can maximise the storage life of
your food and avoid food waste.
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
water and place it on the bottom of
one of the freezer drawers.
Once frozen, use a blunt instrument,
for example a spoon handle, to
remove 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 water
for a short time.
Cleaning and care
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Defrosting
The appliance is equipped with a
NoFrost system. The refrigeration
appliance defrosts automatically.
The moisture generated in the appliance
collects on the condenser and is
automatically defrosted and dissipated
from time to time.
This automatic defrosting system
enables the refrigeration appliance to
remain permanently ice-free. Food
stored in the freezer will not defrost
with this system.
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.
Do not let water get into the
electronic module.
Risk of damage due to moisture
ingress.
The steam from a steam cleaner can
damage plastic and electrical
components.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
the refrigeration appliance.
Cleaning agents
Cleaning and conditioning agents
used in the interior cabinet of the
refrigeration 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.
scouring 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
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- Sharp metal scrapers
We recommend using a clean sponge
and lukewarm water with a little
washing-up liquid to clean the surfaces
of the appliance.
Preparing the refrigeration
appliance for cleaning
Switch the refrigeration appliance off.
appears in the display and the cooling
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
dismantling accessories for
cleaning”).
Cleaning the inside of the
appliance
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
refrigeration appliance sufficiently for
a short while and to prevent odour
build-up.
Cleaning accessories by hand
or in the dishwasher
The following components must be
cleaned by hand only:
- All drawers
The following components are
dishwasher-safe:
Risk of damage due to high
dishwasher 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,
always select dishwasher
programmes with a maximum
temperature of 55°C.
Contact with natural dyes from
carrots, tomatoes and ketchup, etc.,
may discolour the plastic parts in the
dishwasher. This discolouration does
not affect the stability of the parts.
- The ice cube tray
- The glass shelves
Removing and dismantling
accessories for cleaning
Removing the drawers and glass
shelves from the freezer section
Pull the drawer forwards a little and
out.
Pull the glass shelf forwards a little
and out.
Inserting the glass shelves and
drawers into the freezer section
Place the glass shelf on the guide rails
at an angle.
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Push in and lower the glass shelf.
Place the drawer on the guide rails at
an angle.
Push in and lower the drawer.
Cleaning the door seal
Risk of damage as a result of
incorrect 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
regularly with clean water, and then
wiped dry with a soft cloth.
Cleaning the ventilation gaps
A build-up of dust will increase the
energy consumption of the appliance.
The ventilation gaps should be
cleaned on a regular basis with a
brush or vacuum cleaner (you could
use a Miele vacuum cleaner dusting
brush, for example).
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
section can cool down quickly.
Once the freezer has reached the
required 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
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Many malfunctions and faults that can occur in daily operation can be easily
remedied. You can save time and money in many cases, as you do not need to call
the Miele Customer Service Department.
Information to help you rectify faults yourself can be found at www.miele.com/
service.
The following tables are designed to help you to find the cause of a malfunction or a
fault and to resolve 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
display.
The mains fuse has tripped. There could be a fault
with the refrigeration appliance, the household
electrical wiring or another electrical appliance.
Contact a qualified electrician or the Miele
Customer 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 inside 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.
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Problem Cause and remedy
Close the appliance door.
After a while, the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
If a thick layer of ice has already formed, this will
affect 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 temperature
in the refrigeration appli-
ance 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
refrigeration appliance.
If the ambient temperature is too low, the compressor
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.
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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.
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 door
has been open for a long
time.
This is not a fault. The alarm has been switched off in
Settings mode. If you want to switch the audible alarm
back on again:
Tap OK.
will appear in the display.
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Tap OK.
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Tap OK.
Use the and sensor controls to select the
volume you want for alarms and buzzers.
Tap OK.
When the alarms and buzzers are switched on, will
appear.
Ice is accumulating un-
der the top of the appli-
ance.
This is normal. The physical properties of the
appliance mean that ice will accumulate under the top
of it.
Remove the ice carefully using a scraper.
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Display warnings
Message Cause and remedy
lights up in the
display. The refri-
geration appli-
ance does not get
cold, although the
appliance con-
trols 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 control
to scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
After demo mode has been switched off, the
refrigeration 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 can-
not be used.
The lock function has been activated.
Unlock the refrigeration appliance temporarily or
switch the lock function off completely (see
“Selecting further settings – Deactivating the lock
function/ temporarily/switching off
completely”).
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.
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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
temperature 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
frequently.
– A large quantity of fresh food has been placed in
the freezer without switching on the
SuperFreeze function.
– A prolonged power cut (mains outage) has
occurred.
– The refrigeration appliance has a fault.
TouchOK.
The alarm message is confirmed:
goes out and the
alarm stops.
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.
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 started
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.
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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 refrigeration
appliance will flash for about 1minute in the display.
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 started
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.
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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.
Contact the Miele Customer Service Department.
To report the fault, you need the fault code and also
the model identifier and serial number of your
refrigeration 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
directly from the fault message display.
There is an appliance fault: this display always has
priority over any settings which have just been
selected.
An appliance fault has priority over any current door
and/or temperature alarms displayed.
Noises
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The refrigeration appliance is producing various noises during operation.
If the cooling performance is low, the refrigeration appliance will conserve energy
but operate for longer. The volume will be lower.
Food will be chilled faster if the cooling performance is high.
The volume will be higher.
Normal
noises
What is causing them?
Hissing Refrigerant is being injected into the cooling circuit.
Bubbling,
gurgling,
splashing
Refrigerant is circulating through the pipes.
Humming The refrigeration appliance is cooling.
Clicking The thermostat is switching the compressor on or off.
Humming,
whirring
The fan is running.
Automatic door opening is opening or closing the appliance door.
Cracking Materials are expanding inside the refrigeration appliance.
Rattling Valves or flaps are active.
Buzzing
(refrigeration
appliances
with water
container)
Water is being pumped out of the water container.
Slurping
(refrigeration
appliances
with soft-close
mechanism)
The appliance door with soft-close mechanism is being opened
or closed.
Please bear in mind that a certain amount of noise is unavoidable (from the
compressor and the refrigerant circulating through the cooling circuit).
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Noises Cause and remedy
Vibrating,
rattling, clinking
The refrigeration appliance is uneven. Use a level to check and
adjust the alignment of the refrigeration appliance. The
refrigeration appliance is aligned by raising or lowering the
adjustable feet (depending on the model) underneath it.
For niches of 140cm and more: place the stabilising rods
supplied 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 bottles or
containers slightly.
The transport cable clips (depending on the model) are hanging
loose at the back of the appliance. Remove the transport cable
clips.
Service
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Information to help you rectify faults
yourself and about Miele spare parts
can be found at www.miele.com/
service.
Contact in the event of a fault
In the event of a fault which you cannot
remedy yourself, please contact your
Miele dealer or Miele Customer Service.
You can book a Miele Customer
Service call-out online at
www.miele.com/service.
Contact information for Miele
Customer Service can be found at the
end of this document.
Please quote the model identifier and
serial number of your appliance (SN)
when contacting Miele Customer
Service. Both numbers can be found on
the data plate inside the refrigeration
appliance or, depending on the model,
in Settings mode under Information.
EPREL database
Since 1 March 2021, information on
energy labelling and ecodesign
requirements has been available in the
European Product Database (EPREL).
You can find the product database at
the following link https://
eprel.ec.europa.eu/. You will be asked to
enter the model identifier.
The model identifier can be found on the
data plate inside the refrigeration
appliance or, depending on the model,
in Settings mode under Information.
SN-ST
R600a:
XXXXXX
Nr. XX/ XXXXXXXXX.
XXX l
XXg
Warranty
For information on the appliance
warranty specific to your country please
contact Miele. See back cover for
address.
In the UK, your appliance warranty is
valid for 2 years from the date of
purchase. However, you must activate
your cover by calling 0330 160 6640 or
registering online at www.miele.co.uk.
EU Conformity declaration
56
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
instructions etc: go to https://
miele.co.uk/manuals and enter the
name of the product or the serial
number
Frequency band of
the WiFi module
2.4000GHz –
2.4835GHz
Maximum
transmitting
power of the WiFi
module
<100mW
UK Conformity declaration
57
Miele hereby declares that this fridge-freezer complies with UK Radio Equipment
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 instructions etc: go to https://miele.co.uk/
manuals and enter the name of the product or the serial number
Frequency band of the WiFi module 2.4000GHz – 2.4835GHz
Maximum transmitting power of the
WiFi module
<100mW
ThisStatement of Compliance confirms this Miele product fully complies with the
Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (Security Requirements
for Relevant Connectable Products) Regulations 2023.
1) Household Appliance –
2)
Manufactured by: Miele & Cie KG,
Carl Miele Street 29, 33332 Gutersloh Germany
Imported by and contact point: Miele Company Ltd, Fairacres, Marcham Road,
Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 ITW Great Britain
The defined support period at the time of first supply is 10 years
3)
To report vulnerabilities and cybersecurity issues please contact: [email protected]4)
5) Signature
Name: Paul Wright
Company Position: Head of Technical Management
Date of signature: 19th March 2024
Place of signature:
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Freezer - 120002, 120003, 320001, 320002
Refrigerator - 110001, 110002, 310001, 310002, 310003
Fridge-freezer - 130001, 130002, 130003, 130004,
330001, 330002
Wine unit - 210007, 310004, 330004
Copyrights and licences
58
For the purpose of operating and controlling the communication module, Miele
uses proprietary or third-party software that is not covered by open source
licensing terms. This software/these software components are protected by
copyright. The copyrights held by Miele and third parties must be respected.
Furthermore, the communication module integrated in the appliance contains
software components which are distributed under open source licence conditions.
The open source components contained in the appliance along with the
corresponding copyright notices, copies of the licensing terms valid at the time and
any further information can be accessed locally by IP via a web browser (http[s]://
<IP address>/Licenses). The liability and warranty arrangements for the open
source licences displayed in this location only apply in relation to the respective
rights holders.
United Kingdom
Miele Co. Ltd., Fairacres, Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TW
Tel: 0330 160 6600, Internet: www.miele.co.uk, 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
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.miele.com.au
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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
E-mail:
Website: www.miele.hk
Hong Kong, China
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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
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
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
E-mail: customercare@miele.co.nz
P.O. Box 69434, Bryanston 2021
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