Miele FN 11827 S, FN 12827 S User Manual

Operating and installation instructions

Frost-free freezer
FN 11827 S
FN 12827 S
FN 12827 S edt/cs

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. 09 171 780

Contents

Guide to the appliance .............................................4

Caring for the environment..........................................5

Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6

How to save energy ...............................................11

Switching on and off ..............................................12

Switching off for longer periods of time .................................13

The correct temperature ...........................................14

Setting the temperature .............................................14

Temperature display ...............................................15

Alarm...........................................................16

Activating the alarm system..........................................16

Switching the alarm off early .........................................16

Super freeze .....................................................17

Freezing and storing food..........................................18

Maximum freezing capacity..........................................18

Freezing fresh food ................................................18

Isolation plate.....................................................18

Important......................................................18

Storing frozen food ................................................19

Home freezing ....................................................20

Hints on home freezing...........................................20

Packing .......................................................20

Before placing food in the freezer ..................................21

Placing food in the freezer ........................................21

Freezing large items ...............................................21

Defrosting .......................................................21

Ice cubes ........................................................22

Cooling drinks ....................................................22

Freezer tray ......................................................22

Cool pack........................................................23

Defrosting .......................................................24

Cleaning and care ................................................25

Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................25

Appliance door, side panels .........................................26

Ventilation gaps ...................................................26

Door seal ........................................................26

Metal grille at the back of the appliance ................................27

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Contents

Problem solving guide ............................................28

Noises .........................................................30

After Sales / Guarantee ............................................31

Electrical connection..............................................32

Installation ......................................................33

Location .........................................................33

Climate range ..................................................33

Ventilation .......................................................34

Installation .......................................................34

Aligning the appliance..............................................34

Appliance dimensions ..............................................35

Installing in a side-by-side combination ..............................36

Installation .......................................................36

Joining the two appliances together ...................................36

Changing the door hinging .........................................40

Aligning the appliance door ........................................45

Building in the appliance ..........................................46

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Guide to the appliance

a On/Off button

b Temperature selector button

c Temperature display

d Super freeze button and indicator

light

e Alarm off button and

indicator light

a Frost free system

b Shallow freezer drawer

c Freezer drawers

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing
material

The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and should be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation!

Disposal of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially hazardous to
human health and to the environment.
They are, however, essential for the
correct functioning of your appliance.
Please do not therefore dispose of it
with your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre or contact your dealer for
advice. Ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.

Take care not to damage the pipework
at the back of it before or during
transportation to an authorised
collection depot.
In this way, refrigerant in the pipework
and oil in the compressor will be
contained, and will not leak out into the
environment.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Any other usage is not supported by
This appliance complies with all
relevant legal safety requirements.
Improper use can, however, present
a risk of both personal injury and
material damage.

To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the appliance, please
read these instructions carefully
before installation and before using
it for the first time. They contain
important notes on the installation,
safety, operation and care of the
appliance.

the manufacturer and could be

dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable

for damage resulting from incorrect or

improper use or operation of the

appliance.

This appliance is not intended for

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use by people with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities, or lack

of experience and knowledge, unless

they are supervised whilst using it, or

have been shown how to use it

correctly by a person responsible for

their safety.

Keep these instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any
future user.

Correct application

This appliance is not designed for

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commercial use. It is intended for use in
domestic households and in similar
working and residential environments
such as:

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Shops

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Offices and showrooms

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Hostels and guest houses.

This appliance is not intended for
outdoor use.

It must only be used as a domestic
appliance to store deep frozen food, to
freeze fresh food and to prepare ice.

Safety with children

Children 8 years and older may use

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the appliance only if they have been

shown how to use it in a safe way and

understand the hazards involved.

Children under 8 years of age must

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be kept away from the appliance unless

they are constantly supervised.

This appliance is not a toy! To

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prevent the risk of injury, do not allow

children to play with it or near it or to

play with the controls, or to swing on

the door.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

Before setting up the appliance,

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check it for any externally visible
damage. Do not install and use a
damaged appliance.
It could be dangerous.

If the connection cable is faulty it

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must only be replaced by a service
technician authorised by the
manufacturer to protect the user from
danger.

This appliance contains the coolant

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Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which
is environmentally friendly. Although it
is flammable, it does not damage the
ozone layer and does not increase the
greenhouse effect. The use of this
coolant has, however, led to a slight
increase in the noise level of the
appliance. In addition to the noise of
the compressor, you might be able to
hear the coolant flowing around the
system. This is unavoidable, but does
not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the appliance.
Care must be taken during the
transportation and installation of the
appliance that no parts of the cooling
system are damaged. Leaking coolant
can damage the eyes.
In the event of any damage:

- avoid open flames and anything
which creates a spark,

- disconnect from the mains,

- air the room in which the appliance
is located for several minutes and

- contact the Service Department for
advice.

The more coolant there is in an

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appliance, the larger the room it should
be installed in. In the event of a
leakage, if the appliance is in a small
room, there is the danger of
combustible gases building up.
For every8gofcoolant at least 1 m
room space is required. The amount of
coolant in the appliance is stated on the
data plate inside the appliance.

Safe operation of the appliance is

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only assured if it has been installed and
connected in accordance with these
operating and installation instructions.

Before connecting the appliance,

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make sure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and connected
load) match the mains electricity
supply.
This data must correspond in order to
avoid the risk of damage to the
appliance. Consult a qualified
electrician if in any doubt.

Do not connect the appliance to the

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mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead.
These do not guarantee the required
safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of
overheating).

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Warning and Safety instructions

The electrical safety of this

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appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with current local and national
safety regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
present and tested regularly, and
where there is any doubt, the
household wiring system should be
inspected by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage or injury caused by the lack
of or inadequacy of an effective
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

Installation, maintenance and

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repairs may only be carried out by a
suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with current
national and local safety regulations.
Repairs and other work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous. The
manufacturer cannot be held liable for
unauthorised work.

The appliance must be isolated from

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the electricity supply during installation,
maintenance and repair work.

Faulty components must only be

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replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. The manufacturer can only
guarantee the safety of the appliance
when Miele replacement parts are
used.

This appliance must not be used in

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a non-stationary location (e.g. on a
ship).

In countries where there are areas

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which may be subject to infestation by
cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
appliance and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the guarantee.

While the appliance is under

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guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the guarantee will be
invalidated.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

Never handle frozen food with wet

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hands. Your hands may freeze to the
frozen food. Danger of frost burn.

Do not take ice cubes out with your

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bare hands and never place ice cubes
or ice lollies in your mouth straight from
the freezer.
The very low temperature of the frozen
ice or lollies can cause frost burn to the
lips and tongue.

Do not refreeze thawed or partially

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thawed food.
Defrosted food should be used up as
quickly as possible, as food soon loses
its nutritional value and goes off.
Defrosted food may only be re-frozen
after it has been cooked.

Observe the "use by" dates given on

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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. Follow
the instructions given on food
manufacturer's packaging on storage
conditions required, as well as the “use
by” date.

Do not store explosive materials in

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the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans). Thermostats switching on may
produce sparks which could present a
fire hazard. Flammable compounds
could explode.

Do not operate any electrical

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equipment (e.g. an electric ice-cream
maker) inside the appliance. Danger of
sparking and explosion.

Do not store cans or bottles

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containing carbonated drinks or liquids
which could freeze in the freezer. The
cans or bottles could explode.
Danger of injury and damage to the
appliance.

When cooling drinks quickly in the

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freezer, make sure bottles are not left in
for more than one hour, otherwise they
could burst, resulting in injury or
damage.

Do not use sharp edged objects to

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– remove frost and ice,

– separate frozen foods or remove ice

trays.

They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.

Do not use any oils or grease on the

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door seal, as these will cause the seal
to deteriorate and become porous with
time.

Do not block the ventilation gaps in

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the appliance as this would impair the
efficiency of the appliance, increase the
electricity consumption and could
cause damage to the appliance.

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Warning and Safety instructions

The appliance is designed for use

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within certain climate ranges (ambient
temperatures), and should not be used
outside this range. The climate range
for your appliance is stated on the data
plate inside the appliance.
Installing it in a room with too low an
ambient temperature, e.g. a garage,
can lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot
maintain the required temperature.

Do not place electric heaters or

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candles in the appliance to defrost it.
These can damage the plastic parts.

Do not use defrosting sprays or

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de-icers, as they might contain
substances which could damage the
plastic parts or which could cause a
build-up of gases and pose a danger to
health.

Do not use a steam-cleaning

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appliance to defrost or clean this
appliance. Steam could reach the
electrical components and cause a
short circuit.

Stainless steel appliances

Do not use sticky notes, transparent

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adhesive tape, masking tape or other
types of adhesive on the surface of the
door.
These damage the surface, causing it
to lose its dirt repellent protective
coating.

The high-quality surface of the door

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is supsceptible to scratching.
Even fridge magnets can cause
scratching.

Disposal of your old appliance

Before disposing of an old

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appliance, first make the door latch or
lock unusable.
This way you will prevent children from
accidentally locking themselves in and
endangering their lives.

Be careful not to damage any part of

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the pipework whilst awaiting disposal,
e.g. by

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puncturing the refrigerant channels
in the evaporator.

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bending any pipework.

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scratching the surface coating.

Splashes of refrigerant can damage the
eyes.

The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.

How to save energy

Normal energy
consumption

Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room.

Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight.

Not near to a heat source (radiator,
oven).

Where the ideal ambient room
temperature is approx. 20°C.

Do not cover the ventilation gaps
and dust them regularly.

Temperature setting
with a thermostat
which is approximate
(set in stages).

Temperature setting
with a thermostat which
is exact to the degree
(digital display).

Use Drawers, shelves and racks

Defrosting Defrost the freezer section when a

With a medium setting of 2 to 3. With a high setting: the lower the

Larder section 8 to 12 °C

Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C

PerfectFresh zone just above 0 °C

Freezer section -18 °C

Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C

arranged as they were when the
appliance was delivered.

Only open the door when necessary
and for as short a time as possible.

Store food in an organised way. Searching for an item will mean the

Allow hot food and drinks to cool
down before placing them in the
appliance.

Store food covered or packaged. The evaporation or condensation of

Place frozen food in the refrigerator
to defrost.

Do not over-fill the appliance to
allow air to circulate.

layer of ice 0.5 cm thick (maximum)
has built up.

Increased energy
consumption

Near to a heat source (radiator,
oven).

Where there is a high ambient room
temperature.

temperature in the compartment, the
higher the energy consumption.

On appliances with winter setting,
please make sure that the winter
setting is switched off when the
ambient temperature is warmer than
16 °C .

Frequent opening of the door for
long periods will cause a loss of
coldness.

door is open for longer.

Hot food will cause the compressor
to run for a long time, as the
appliance will have to work harder
to reduce the temperature.

liquids will cause a loss of coldness
in the refrigerator.

A layer of ice hinders the cold from
reaching the frozen food, and
increases energy consumption.

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Switching on and off

Before using for the first time

Protective foil

On stainless steel appliances, the
stainless steel door (and sides,
depending on model) have a layer of
protective foil to prevent damage
during transportation.

Do not remove this foil until the

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appliance has been positioned in its
final location.

Cleaning

^ Clean the inside of the appliance and

the accessories with lukewarm water
and a little washing-up liquid, and
then dry with a soft cloth.

Switching on

Switching off

Press the On/Off button until the

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temperature display goes out.

All the displays will go out and the
cooling system will switch off.

Switching off for longer
periods of time

If the appliance is not going to be used
for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst
on holiday:

^ switch the appliance off,

^ disconnect it from the mains. Switch

off at the wall and withdraw the plug
from the socket, or disconnect the
mains fuse.

^ clean the appliance out and

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Press the On/Off button.

The temperature display and the alarm
indicator light will flash until the freezer
has cooled down to the correct
temperature for freezing.

To enable the temperature to get
sufficiently cold inside the appliance,
allow it to run for a few hours until it has
reached -18 °C before placing food in
it.

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leave the door ajar to air the
appliance.

If, during a long absence, the
appliance is switched off but not
cleaned out and the door is left shut,
there is a danger of mould and
odours building up inside the
appliance.

The correct temperature

It is very important to set the correct
temperature for storing food in the
appliance. Micro-organisms will cause
food which is not stored at the correct
temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
Temperature influences the growth rate
of these micro-organisms. Reducing
the temperature reduces their growth
rate.

To freeze fresh food and to store frozen
food for a long time, a temperature of

-18 °C is required. At this temperature
the growth of micro-organisms is
generally halted. As soon as the
temperature rises above -10 °C, the
micro-organisms become active in the
food again so that 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
micro-organisms.

The temperature in the appliance will
rise:

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the more often the door is opened
and the longer it is kept open,

Setting the temperature

Press the temperature button

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repeatedly until the indicator light for
the temperature you want lights up in
the display.

The temperature value will change until
the setting for -32 °C is reached. It will
then go back to the -15 °C setting.

The temperature can be set slightly
colder within the displayed temperature
(e.g. between -15°C and -18°C).

^ Press the temperature button

repeatedly until the indicator light for

-15 °C lights up in the display.

^ Press it again for approx. 5 seconds

to set the temperature below -15°C.

The colder temperature setting within
the small temperature range is now set.
However, this is not visible in the
temperature display.

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if too much food is stored in it at
once,

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if too much fresh food is being frozen
at once,

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the higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the appliance.
The appliance is designed for use in
specific ambient temperatures
(climate ranges). Do not use in
ambient temperatures for which it is
not designed.

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The correct temperature

Temperature display

The temperature display on the
control panel always shows the
required temperature.

The temperature can be adjusted from:

-15 °C to -32 °C

The temperature display will flash if

the temperature in the appliance is

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not within the possible temperature
range,

a different temperature is being set,

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– the temperature in the appliance has

risen by several degrees, indicating
that the appliance is warming up too
much.

This loss of coldness is no cause for
concern in the following circumstances:

– when the door has been left open for

a while, e.g. for removing or storing a
large amount of food,

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when fresh food is being frozen.

However, if the temperature in the
freezer remains above -18 °C for a long
time, check that the frozen food has not
started to defrost. If it has started
thawing, check that the food is safe to
use and if it is, use it as quickly as
possible.

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Alarm

Your appliance has been fitted with a
warning system which ensures that the
temperature in the freezer cannot rise
unnoticed. An alarm will sound, and the
temperature display and the alarm
indicator light will flash if the
temperature becomes too warm.
The temperature the appliance is set at
determines the temperature the
appliance recognises as being too
warm.

For example, the alarm may sound and
the alarm indicator light may flash,

After a power cut.

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– If you freeze a large amount of food

at once without having switched on
the Super freeze function
beforehand.

– If the door has been left open for too

long whilst taking food out or
rearranging it and let warm room air
into the freezer.

Activating the alarm system

The alarm system is always active. It
does not have to be switched on
manually.

Switching the alarm off early

The alarm will stop and the indicator
light will go out when the temperature
reaches the correct level again.
However, if the noise disturbs you, you
can switch the alarm off before this if
you wish.

^ Press the alarm off button.

The alarm will stop.
The indicator light will stay on until
the correct temperature has been
reached. The alarm system is then
ready should it be needed again.

Depending on the temperature in the
freezer, you should check the condition
of the food. If food has defrosted or
started to defrost, check that it is still
safe to use, and if so, use it as quickly
as possible. Defrosted food may only
be re-frozen after it has been cooked.

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