Miele FN 24062 WS, FN 26062 WS User manual

Operating and installation instructions

Freezer

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.

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M.-Nr. 10 698 510

Contents
Warning and Safety instructions..........................................................................	4
Caring for the environment ................................................................................	13
How to save energy.............................................................................................	14
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................	16
Control panel.........................................................................................................	16
Accessories .........................................................................................................	18
Accessories supplied ............................................................................................	18
Optional accessories.............................................................................................	18
Isolating plate ...................................................................................................	18
Using for the first time ........................................................................................	19
Before using for the first time ................................................................................	19
Switching on and off ...........................................................................................	20
Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................	20
The correct temperature.....................................................................................	21
Setting the temperature.........................................................................................	21
Temperature display ..............................................................................................	22
Using Super freeze ..............................................................................................	23
Super freeze function .......................................................................................	23
Switching on Super freeze ...............................................................................	23
Switching off Super freeze ...............................................................................	23
Temperature and door alarm..............................................................................	24
Temperature alarm.................................................................................................	24
Door alarm.............................................................................................................	24
Switching the alarm off early.................................................................................	24
Selecting further settings ...................................................................................	25
Settings mode .......................................................................................................	25
Activating or deactivating the ......................................................................	26
Freezing and storing food...................................................................................	27
Maximum freezing capacity ..................................................................................	27
Freezing fresh food................................................................................................	27
Storing frozen food................................................................................................	27
Home freezing .......................................................................................................	28
Using accessories .................................................................................................	30
Freezer tray.......................................................................................................	31
Isolating plate ...................................................................................................	31

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Contents
Adjusting the interior fittings..................................................................................	32
Defrosting.............................................................................................................	33
Cleaning and care ...............................................................................................	34
Cleaning agents.....................................................................................................	34
Preparing the appliance for cleaning.....................................................................	35
Cleaning the interior and accessories ...................................................................	35
Cleaning the front of the appliance and the side panels.......................................	36
Cleaning the ventilation gaps ................................................................................	37
Cleaning the door seal ..........................................................................................	37
Cleaning the compressor and metal grille at the back of the appliance...............	37
Starting up the appliance after cleaning ...............................................................	37
What to do if ... ....................................................................................................	38
Noises...................................................................................................................	43
After Sales / Guarantee.......................................................................................	44
Electrical connection ..........................................................................................	45
Installation............................................................................................................	46
Location.................................................................................................................	46
Ventilation..............................................................................................................	47
Fitting wall spacers supplied.................................................................................	47
Installation .............................................................................................................	48
Building the appliance into a kitchen run ..............................................................	49
Appliance dimensions ...........................................................................................	50
Changing the door hinging.................................................................................	51
Remove the door handle .......................................................................................	51
Remove the door...................................................................................................	52
Changing the lower hinge plate over ....................................................................	52
Changing the upper hinge plate over....................................................................	53
Changing over the spring clip and the hinge pin ..................................................	54
Refitting the door...................................................................................................	54
Refitting the handle ...............................................................................................	55
Aligning the appliance doors..............................................................................	56

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Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements. Please note that inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and damage to property.

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

Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instructions.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the contents. 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.

This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such materials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such purposes can cause deterioration of the items stored. The appliance is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.

Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance.

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Warning and Safety instructions

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 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.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

The coolant system is tested for leaks. This appliance complies with statutory safety requirements and the appropriate EU guidelines.

This appliance contains the coolant 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, and does not have any adverse effect on the performance of the appliance.

Care must be taken during the transportation and setting up 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 naked flames or anything which creates a spark,

–disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply,

–ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and

–contact the Miele Service Department.

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Warning and Safety instructions

The more coolant 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 combustible gases building up. For every 11 g of coolant at least 1 m3 of room space is required. The amount of coolant in the 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.

Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.

If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from danger.

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.

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Warning and Safety instructions

The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during installation, maintenance and repair work.

Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user.

Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.

While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated.

Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genuine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by Miele spare parts.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range (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, will lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot 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.

Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Electrical components could cause flammable vapours to ignite. Danger of fire and explosion.

Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion.

Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could explode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.

When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst, causing injury or damage.

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 frost burn.

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Warning and Safety instructions

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. The very low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies 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.

Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manufacturers will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liability.

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Warning and Safety instructions

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.

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 foods or remove ice trays.

Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost it. These can damage the plastic parts.

Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

Transporting the appliance

Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its original transport packaging to avoid damage in transit.

Danger of injury and damage. The appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Disposal of your old appliance

Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch or lock unusable.

This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives.

Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by

–puncturing the coolant channels in the condenser,

–bending any pipework, or

–scratching the surface coating.

Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)

This information is only relevant for recycling. In normal operation there is no risk.

The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it penet-

rates the airways.

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing mater-

ial

The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled.

Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces the amount of waste in landfill sites.

Disposal of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances often contain valuable materials. They also contain specific materials, compounds and components, which were essential for their correct function and safety. These could be hazardous to human health and to the environment if disposed of with your domestic waste or if handled incorrectly. Please do not, therefore, dispose of your old appliance with your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre for electrical and electronic appliances, or contact your dealer or Miele for advice. You are also responsible (by law, depending on country) for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of.

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 into the environment.

Please ensure that your old appliance presents no danger to children while being stored awaiting disposal. See "Warning and Safety instructions" for more information.

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How to save energy

	Normal energy consump-	Increased energy con-
	tion	sumption
Installation /	In a ventilated room.	In an enclosed, unventilated
Maintenance		room.
	Protected from direct sun-	In direct sunlight.
	light.
	Not near to a heat source	Near to a heat source (radi-
	(radiator, oven).	ator, oven).
	Where the ideal ambient	Where the ambient room
	room temperature is approx.	temperature is above 25 °C.
	20 °C.
	Ventilation gaps uncovered	Ventilation gaps covered or
	and dusted regularly.	dusty.
	Compressor and metal grille	Dust build-up on the com-
	(heat exchanger) at the back	pressor and metal grille (heat
	of the appliance dusted at	exchanger).
	least once a year.
Temperature	Freezer section -18 °C	The lower the temperature in
setting		the appliance, the higher the
		energy consumption.

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			How to save energy
	Normal energy consump-		Increased energy con-
	tion		sumption
Use	Drawers and shelves ar-
	ranged as they were when
	the appliance was delivered.
	Only open the door when		Frequent opening of the
	necessary and for as short a		door for long periods will
	time as possible. Store food		cause a loss of coldness.
	in an organised way.		The appliance works harder
			to cool down and the com-
			pressor runs for longer peri-
			ods.
	Take an insulated cool bag		Hot food or food at room
	when shopping and load		temperature raises the tem-
	food in the appliance as		perature inside the appli-
	soon as possible.		ance. The appliance works
	Allow hot food and drinks to		harder to cool down and the
	cool down before placing		compressor runs for longer
	them in the appliance.		periods.
	Store food well packaged.		The evaporation or condens-
			ation of liquids will cause a
			loss of coldness.
	Do not over-fill the appliance		Poor air circulation will
	to allow air to circulate.		cause a loss of coldness.

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Guide to the appliance

Control panel

a On/Off button

b Super freeze button

cDisplay.

The brightness of the display changes automatically to the set brightness level if the appliance has not been used for a while. As soon as a button is touched the display lights up to the maximum brightness level.

dLock symbol

eMenu symbol. (Settings mode:

for setting the display brightness level, for switching the lock on/off.)

fAlarm symbol

g Temperature display

h Temperature selector button

i Alarm off button

j Super freeze symbol

k Display brightness symbol

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Guide to the appliance

a Control panel with display

b Frost Free module

c Top freezer drawer, can also be used as a freezer tray

d Freezer drawers

(number depends on model)

For easier installation there are transport handles on the back at the top and transport wheels underneath the appliance.

This drawing is for illustration purposes only.

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Accessories

Accessories supplied

Ice cube tray

Optional accessories

A range of useful Miele accessories and care products are available for your appliance.

Accessories are available to order via the Miele Webshop, from Miele directly (see back cover for contact details) or from your Miele dealer.

Isolating plate

Any drawers not being used can be "switched off", or isolated, to save energy. The isolating plate should be used when there is not very much food in the freezer.

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.

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