Miele FNS37402I User Manual

Operating and installation instructions Freezer
To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential the first time.
en – AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 198 630
to read these instructions before it is installed and used for
Contents
Warning and Safety instructions .......................................................................... 4
Caring for the environment.................................................................................
How to save energy .............................................................................................
Guide to the appliance.........................................................................................
12
13
15
Control panel.......................................................................................................... 15
Switching on and off............................................................................................
18
Before using for the first time................................................................................. 18
Operating the appliance......................................................................................... 18
Switching off for longer periods of time................................................................. 19
The correct temperature .....................................................................................
20
Temperature display............................................................................................... 20
Setting the temperature ......................................................................................... 21
Using SuperFreeze...............................................................................................
Temperature and door alarm ..............................................................................
22
23
Temperature alarm................................................................................................. 23
Switching the temperature alarm off early........................................................ 23
Door alarm ............................................................................................................. 24
Further settings....................................................................................................
Safety lock .........................................................................................................
Audible tones ....................................................................................................
Display brightness .............................................................................................
Sabbath mode ....................................................................................................
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26
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Adjusting the interior fittings ..............................................................................
30
Removing freezer drawers on telescopic runners.................................................. 30
Removing the shelves............................................................................................ 30
Freezing and storing food ...................................................................................
31
Freezing fresh food ................................................................................................ 31
Storing frozen food ................................................................................................ 31
Home freezing........................................................................................................ 32
Tips on home freezing ...................................................................................... 32
Packing ............................................................................................................. 32
Before placing food in the freezer..................................................................... 33
Placing food in the freezer................................................................................ 33
Defrosting............................................................................................................... 34
Making ice cubes................................................................................................... 35
Contents
Cooling drinks quickly............................................................................................ 35
Cool pack............................................................................................................... 35
Automatic defrosting...........................................................................................
Cleaning and care................................................................................................ 37
Before cleaning...................................................................................................... 38
To remove the telescopic runners:.................................................................... 38
Cleaning the interior and accessories.................................................................... 39
Door seal................................................................................................................ 40
Ventilation gaps...................................................................................................... 40
Problem solving guide.........................................................................................
Noises ...................................................................................................................
After sales service and warranty........................................................................
Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents......................................
Demo mode ........................................................................................................
Electrical connection...........................................................................................
Installation advice................................................................................................
Side-by-side units:................................................................................................. 54
Location ................................................................................................................. 54
Ventilation .............................................................................................................. 56
Before installing the appliance............................................................................... 57
Does your old appliance have a different hinging mechanism?............................ 58
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Building-in dimensions........................................................................................
Limiting the opening angle of the door..............................................................
Changing the door hinging..................................................................................
Installing the appliance .......................................................................................
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Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements.
ase note that inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and
Ple 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 appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar
envir
onments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/ shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts. This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use.
This applianc
food, and to make ice. Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.
e is intended to store deep frozen food, freeze fresh
Warning and Safety instructions
This applianc
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.
This applianc
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety, and are able to recognise the dangers of misuse.
e is not suitable for storing and keeping cool
e is not intended for use by persons (including

Safety with children

oung children must not be allowed to use this appliance.
YOlder childr
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.
Clean
supervision of an adult.
ing work may only be carried out by older children under the
en may only use the appliance when its operation has
Please super
not let them play with it.
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in packing material or pull it over their heads with the risk of suffocation. Keep children away from any packing material.
r of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves
vise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do

Technical safety

The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. This appliance
complies with all current local and national safety requirements.
Warning and Safety instructions
This applianc
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 refrigerant can damage the eyes. In the event of any damage:
– avoid any 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
utes, and
min
– call Miele.
The mor
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 8 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.
e contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural
e coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it
T
o 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 ele
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.
ctrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
Warning and Safety instructions
Reliable
if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
If
the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a
Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.
and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured
Do not connect the appliance to the 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).
moisture gets into electrical components, it could cause a short
If
circuit. Therefore, do not operate this appliance in areas which are exposed to moisture.
This applianc
installations (e.g. on a ship).
Do not use a damage
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
or safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it has
F
been fully installed.
During
must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply. It is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
e must not be installed and operated in mobile
d appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
– the mains fuse has been disconnected, or – the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is
applicable), or
– it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn
from the socket. Do not pull the mains connection cable but the mains plug to disconnect your appliance from the mains electricity supply.
Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. Installation, maintenance work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a Miele approved service technician.
Warning and Safety instructions
The manu
not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.
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aulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
facturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is

Correct use

The applianc
(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.
T
o ensure proper air flow in and out of the appliance, the air vents in the appliance and built-in structure must not be covered or blocked in any way. This would also increase the energy consumption and could cause damage to the appliance.
e is designed for use within a certain climate range
If
storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
Do not st
containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Flammable gas mixtures can be ignited by electrical components. Danger of fire and explosion!
Do not oper
cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion!
Do not st
liquids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could explode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.
ore explosive materials in the appliance or any products
ate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice
ore cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or
Warning and Safety instructions
When cool
not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst, causing injury or damage.
Never han
wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food or to the metal. Danger of frost burn!
Do not tak
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. Danger of injury!
Do not r
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.
ood stored for too long may present a risk of food poisoning.
F
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 the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and "use by" dates.
ing drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are
dle frozen food or the metal parts of the appliance with
e ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place
efreeze thawed or partially thawed food. Defrosted food
Use onl
accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.
y genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts or
Warning and Safety instructions

Cleaning and care

Do not use an
cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.
Do not use a st
Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Sharp edged or p
causing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or pointed objects to
– remove frost and ice, or accelerate the defrosting process, – separate frozen foods and remove ice trays.
Never place ele
it. These can damage the plastic parts.
Do not use defr
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could cause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
y oils or grease on the door seals, as these will
eam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance.
ointed objects will damage the evaporator,
ctric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost
osting sprays or de-icers, as they might contain
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Warning and Safety instructions

Transporting the appliance

T
o avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
Dange
must be transported by two people.
r of injury and damage. The appliance is very heavy and

Disposal of your old appliance

Befor
lock unusable. This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives.
Splashes of cool
damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the refrigerant channels in the condenser, – bending any pipework, or – scratching the surface coating.
e disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch or
ant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to
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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing mat
erial
The transport and protective packing
as been selected from materials which
h are environmentally friendly for disposal, and can normally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the u
se of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces the amount of waste in landfill sites. 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!

Disposing of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances
en contain materials which, if
oft 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. Therefore, please do not dispose of your old appliance with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local commu centre.
nity waste collection / recycling
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Take care not to damage the pipework at the back of the app 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.
Please ensure that your old appliance pr
esents no danger to children while being stored awaiting disposal. See "Warning and Safety instructions" for more information.
liance before or

How to save energy

Installation/
aintenance
M
Temperature settings
Normal
gyconsumption
ener
In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated
Protected from direct sunlight.
Not situated near a heat
ce (radiator, oven).
sour Where the ideal ambient
oom temperature is approx.
r 20 °C.
Where the cross-section of the air inlet and outlet is not cover
ed and kept free of
dust. Freezer section -18 °C With a low temperature
Increased
gyconsumption
ener
oom.
r In direct sunlight.
Situated near a heat source
adiator, oven).
(r Where there is a high room
emperature.
t
Where the air inlets and outlets are covered or dusty.
setting: The lower the t
emperature in the appliance, the higher the energy consumption.
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How to save energy
Normal
gyconsumption
ener
Operation Drawers and shelves
anged as they were when
arr the appliance was delivered.
Only open the door when necessar time as possible. Store food in an organised way.
Take an insulated cool bag when shopping and load food in the appliance as soon as possible. Replace any food r as possible, before it begins to thaw. Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the appliance.
Store food well packaged. The evaporation or
y and for as short a
emoved as quickly
Increased
gyconsumption
ener
Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness. The appliance to cool down and the compressor runs for longer periods.
Hot food or food at room
emperature raises the
t temperature inside the appliance. The appliance works harder to cool down and the compressor runs for longer periods.
condensation of liquids will cause a loss of coldness.
works harder
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Do not overfill the appliance
o allow air to circulate.
t

Control panel

Guide to the appliance

a
On/Off sensor for the whole appliance
b
Optical interface (for Ser
c
For switching the SuperFreeze function on and off
vice only)
d
For setting the temperature ( colder), selection sensor in settings mode
e
For confirming a selection (OK sensor)
f
For setting the temperature ( warmer), selection sensor in settings mode
g
For selecting and deselecting the settings mode
h
For switching the door alarm off
i
Display with temperature display and symbols (symbols ar settings mode if an alarm is sounding, or if a message appears; for an explanation of the symbols, see the following chart)
e only visible in
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Guide to the appliance

Explanation of symbols

Symbol Meaning Function
Safety lock Secures against unintended switching off
of the app adjustment, unintended switching on of SuperFreeze, and unintended entry of settings
Audible tones Selection options for the keypad tone and
the door and t
Miele@home Only visible when a communication module
is fitt
SmartGrid Only visible when a communication module
is fitt Display brightness Setting the brightness of the display Sabbath mode Switching Sabbath mode on and off Mains connection Confirms that the appliance is connected
o the electricity supply when it is not
t
switched on; Flashes when there is a
power cut Alarm Lights up when there is a door alarm;
flashes when ther
power cut or a fault Demo mode
(only visible when Demo mode is active)
Switching off Demo mode
liance, unintended temperature
emperature alarm tones
ed and signed on (see "Miele@home")
ed and signed on (see "Miele@home")
e is a temperature alarm,
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Guide to the appliance
a
Control panel
b
Interior lighting
c
Frost-free unit
d
Top freezer drawer, can also be used as a freezing tray
e
Freezer drawers (number depends on model)
This picture is an example of an appliance model.
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Switching on and off

Before using for the first time

Packaging material

Remo

Cleaning

Please refer to the relevant in
Clean the inside of the appliance and
ve all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
structions in "Cleaning and care".
the accessories.

Operating the appliance

A light touch of the finger on the sensors is al this appliance.
Each touch of a sensor is confirmed with a k can be switched off if you wish (see "Further settings").
l that is required to operate
eypad tone. The keypad tone

Switching on

When the appliance is connected to the electrical supply, the mains connection symbol will appear in the display aft
er a short while.
Touch the On/Off sensor. The mains connection symbol
out and the temperature appears in the display. Two bars will flash in the display while the current temperature is above 0 °C.
The appliance begins to cool. The t
emperature display and the alarm symbol will flash at the same time until the required temperature is reached.
When the appliance door is opened, the int
erior lighting comes on and the LED lighting becomes brighter until it reaches its maximum brightness.
goes
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To enable the temperature to get sufficiently cold inside the appliance, all
ow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it.
Switching on and off

Switching off

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ouch the On/Off sensor. If this does not work, the safety lock is activated.
The temperature display disappears and the mains connection symbol lights up.
The cooling process will be switched off.

Switching off the appliance in Sabbath mode

The appliance can be switched off directly at any time.
ouch the On/Off sensor.
T

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,switch off at the wall and withdr
the plug from the socket, or disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw-out fuse in countries where this is applicable,
clean the appliance, and
ve the door open to air out the
lea
appliance and avoid the formation odours.
If, during a long absence, the appliance is switched off but not cleaned and the door(s) left shut, ther
e is a danger of mould and odours building up inside the appliance.
aw
The temperature display disappears and the mains connection symbol lights up.
The cooling process will be switched off.
When the appliance is switched back on again, Sabbath mode is deactiva
ted.
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The correct temperature

It is very important to set the correct t
emperature 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
-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 fully defrosted food must not be refrozen. Food may be refrozen once it has been cooked, as the high temperatures achieved when cooking destroy most micro-organisms.
The temperature in the appliance will rise:
time, a temperature of

Temperature display

In normal operation the temperature display shows the aver temperature in the freezer.
If the temperature is not within the norma
l temperature display range,
dashes will flash in the display. Depending on the room temperature
and the t several hours until the selected temperature is reached and displayed steadily.
However, if the temperature in the fr for a long time, check that the frozen food has not 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.
emperature setting, it can take
eezer section remains above -18 °C
age, current
– the more often the door is opened
and the lon – the more food that is stored in it, – the warmer the food is which is being
put int – the higher the ambient temperature
ounding the appliance. The
surr
appliance is designed for use within
specific ambient temperatures
(climate range). Do not use in
ambient temperatures for which it is
not designed.
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ger it is kept open,
o it,
The correct temperature

Setting the temperature

Use the two sensors underneath the
display t
By touching the sensor
– the temperature will get colder,
– the temperature will get warmer. While the temperature is being set, the
emperature value will flash.
t The following information appears in
the display while the senso touched:
– When first tapped: The last
emperature selected flashes.
t
o set the temperature.
rs are being
approx. 24 hours if the appliance is full befor
display, as it will take this long for the appliance to give an accurate reading.
If,
still too high or too low, you will need to adjust it again.

Temperature range

The temperature can be adjusted between
-15 °C and -28 °C.
e checking the temperature
after this time, the temperature is
– Each subsequent touch of a sensor:
e temperature is adjusted in 1 °C
Th
steps. – Leaving a finger on the sensor
nges the temperature
cha
continuously. Approximately 5 seconds after the last
time a senso current temperature inside the appliance is automatically shown.
or
T
ouch OK to confirm your selection.
If you have adjusted the temperature,
wait for appr appliance is not very full and for
r has been touched, the
ox. 6 hours if the
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Using SuperFreeze

SuperFreeze

Switch the SuperFreeze function on
e putting fresh food into the
befor freezer.
This helps food to freeze quickly and
etain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours
r and appearance.

Exceptions:

– When putting in food that is already
fr
ozen.
– When freezing up to 2 kg fresh food
.
daily

Switching on SuperFreeze

When freezing small quantities of food in the fr should be switched on 6 hours
beforehand. When freezing the maximum load of food, the
SuperFreeze function should be switched on 24 hours beforehand.
eezer, the SuperFreeze function

Switching off SuperFreeze

The SuperFreeze function will switch itself off aut approx. 65 hours. The quantity of fresh food placed in the freezer will determine the duration before the SuperFreeze function switches off. The SuperFreeze symbol will go out and the appliance will run at normal power again.
To save energy, the SuperFreeze function can be switched off once a constant t colder has been reached in the freezer section. Keep an eye on the temperature as it falls.
ouch the SuperFreeze sensor so
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that it is no longer highlighted in yellow.
omatically after
emperature of -18 °C or
T
ouch the SuperFreeze sensor so
that it is highlighted in yellow.
The appliance will work at full power to lower the t
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emperature in the appliance.
The appliance will continue running at
l power.
norma

Temperature and door alarm

The appliance has been fitted with a warning temperature in the freezer cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if the door is left open.
system which ensures that the

Temperature alarm

If the freezer temperature becomes too warm, the alarm symbol for the fr
eezer flashes in the display and an
alarm will also sound. The temperature the appliance is set at
det
ermines the temperature the appliance recognises as being too warm.
Audible and visual signals will be
ed, for example,
activat – when the appliance is switched on
and the t differs greatly from the set temperature,
– if a lot of room air enters the freezer
when food is being loaded, r
earranged or taken out.
emperature in the appliance
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, 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.

Switching the temperature alarm off early

If the noise of the alarm disturbs you, you can switch the alarm off early if you wish.
ouch the alarm off sensor.
T The alarm will stop.
The alarm symbol will illuminated until the set temperature has been reached.
remain
– when freezing large amounts of food
at once, – in the event of a power cut, – if the appliance has a fault. The alarm will stop and the alarm
symbol will go out as soon as the t
emperature has dropped down to the
correct level again.
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Temperature and door alarm

Door alarm

An alarm will sound if the door is left open for t will light up.
The time until the door alarm is triggered depends on the selected setting and can be either 2 minutes (factory default) or 4 minutes. The door alarm can also be switched off (see "Further settings - Audible tones").
As soon as the door is closed, the audible t symbol will disappear from the display.
If no audible tone sounds even though a door alarm is available, then the audible t settings mode (see "Further settings ­Audible tones").
oo long. The alarm symbol
one will stop and the alarm
one has been switched off in

Switching the door alarm off early

If the noise of the alarm disturbs you, you can switch the alarm off early if you wish.
ouch the alarm off sensor.
T The audible tone stops.
The alarm symbol r illuminated until the door is closed.
emains
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Further settings

Certain settings on the appliance can onl
y be selected in settings mode.
When in settings mode, the door alarm an automatically deactivated although the alarm symbol appears in the display.
d other fault messages are

Setting options

Switching the safety lock on/off

Switching audible tones on/off
Changing the display brightness
Turning Sabbath mode on/off
All other setting options are described below
.

Safety lock

The safety lock can be activated to
event:
pr – switching off, – temperature changes, – selection of the SuperFreeze
function,
– adjustment of settings (only
switching off the safety lock is possible).
The safety lock prevents the appliance being used without your knowledge, by chil
dren, for example.
Switching the safety lock on/off
ouch the settings sensor.
T All selectable symbols appear in the
display and the flashes.
T
ouch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The last selected setting flashes in the display and the symbol lights up.
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Further settings
By t
ouching either the or sensor you can now set whether the safety lock is to be switched on or off:
0: safety lock is switched off 1: safety lock is switched on
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The selected setting is saved and the symbol flashes.
ouch the settings sensor to leave
T
settings mode. Otherwise, the electronics will leave settings mode automatically after approx. one minute.
When the safety lock is switched on, ligh
ts up in the display.

Audible tones

The appliance has audible tones such as the k temperature alarms.
The keypad tone and door alarm warning tone can be switched on or off, but the temperature alarm cannot be switched off.
You can choose from four setting options. Option 3 is set at the fact This means that both the keypad tone and the door alarm are switched on.

Switching audible tones on/off

T All selectable symbols appear in the
display and the flashes.
T
eypad tone and the door and
ory.
ouch the settings sensor.
ouch the sensors for setting the temperature ( or ) repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display.
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ouch the OK sensor to confirm your
T
selection.
The last selected setting flashes in the display and the symbol lights up.
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