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- Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Frost free freezer FN 4957 S ed-1 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. M.-Nr. 06 785 320...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Guide to the appliance ..........4 Caring for the environment . - Page 3 Contents Cleaning and care ..........24 Cleaning the outer casing, the interior and accessories .
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Page 4: Guide To The Appliance
Guide to the appliance a Alarm off button and indicator light c Super freeze button and indicator light b Temperature display d On/Off and temperature selector dial c Freezer drawers with a Frost free system freezer calendar b Freezer tray d Marker system for frozen food... -
Page 5: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Please ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while The transport and protective packing being stored for disposal. has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for It should be unplugged or disposal, and can normally be... -
Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions
Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety This appliance complies with all This appliance contains the coolant relevant legal safety requirements. Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas Improper use can, however, present which is environmentally friendly. a risk of both personal injury and Although it is flammable, it does not material damage. - Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions Before connecting the appliance to Installation work, maintenance and the mains supply, make sure that repairs may only be carried out by the rating on the data plate suitably qualified and competent corresponds to the voltage and persons in accordance with national frequency of the household supply.
- Page 8 Warning and Safety instructions Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products Never handle frozen food with wet containing propellants (e.g. spray hands. Your hands may freeze to cans). Thermostats switching on may the frozen food. Danger of frost burn. produce sparks which could present a Do not take ice cubes out with your fire hazard.
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Page 9: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance
Warning and Safety instructions Disposal of your old appliance The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges Before disposing of an old (ambient temperatures), and should not appliance, first make the door latch be used outside this range. The climate or lock unusable. -
Page 10: How To Save Energy
How to save energy Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not situated near to a heat source Situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven). - Page 11 How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Defrosting Defrost the freezer when a layer of A layer of ice hinders the cold ice one centimetre thick has built from reaching the frozen food, and causes an increase in energy consumption.
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Page 12: Switching On And Off
Neoblank (available from the Miele UK Spare Forcing it beyond its range will Parts Department). Follow the damage it. Turn it only as far as it will manufacturer’s instructions on the... -
Page 13: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time
Switching on and 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, ^ switch off at the wall socket and withdraw the plug, ^ clean the appliance out and ^ leave the door ajar to air the... -
Page 14: The Correct Temperature
The correct temperature Setting the temperature It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the The temperature is set with the appliance. Micro-organisms will cause temperature selector. food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly. -
Page 15: Alarm
Alarm Activating the alarm system Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the The alarm system is always active. It temperature in the freezer cannot rise does not have to be switched on unnoticed. An alarm will sound and the manually. -
Page 16: Super Freeze
Super freeze Freezing fresh food Switching on Super freeze Fresh food should be frozen as quickly When freezing small quantities of food as possible. This way the nutritional in the freezer, the Super freeze function value of the food, its vitamin content, should be switched on 6 hours appearance and taste are not impaired. -
Page 17: Freezing And Storing Food
Freezing and storing food Maximum freezing capacity Do not store food in the "inactive" To ensure that fresh food placed in the drawers. The temperature is not freezer freezes through to the core as controlled in these drawers and food quickly as possible, the maximum stored in them would soon freezing capacity must not be... -
Page 18: Storing Frozen Food
Freezing and storing food Storing frozen food Home freezing When buying frozen food to store in Only freeze fresh food which is in a your freezer, check good condition. – that the packaging is not damaged, Hints on home freezing –... -
Page 19: Packing
Freezing and storing food ^ Make a note of the contents and the – Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before date of freezing on the packaging. freezing. Only season cooked food lightly before freezing, but care Before placing food in the freezer should be taken as the taste of some ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of spices alters when frozen. -
Page 20: Freezer Calendar
Freezing and storing food ^ Make sure that the packaging and Use the markers to indicate the type of containers are dry to prevent them food being frozen, and turn the dials to sticking together when frozen. the appropriate number to show the month in which it was first placed in the When freezing, make sure that food freezer. -
Page 21: Ice Cube Tray
Freezing and storing food Freezer tray Never re-freeze partially or fully The freezer tray is useful for freezing defrosted food. Consume defrosted small items such as berries and food as soon as possible as it will vegetables. They can be frozen lose its nutritional value and spoil if individually and therefore maintain their left for too long. -
Page 22: Cool Pack
Freezing and storing food Cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut. Place the cool pack in the upper drawer directly on top of food, or in the freezer tray to save space. -
Page 23: Defrosting
Defrosting This freezer is equipped with a Frost free system. The freezer defrosts automatically. The moisture generated by defrosting collects in the condensor and is automatically dissipated by the condensor from time to time. This automatic defrosting system enables the freezer to remain permanently ice-free, however, the food stored in the freezer will not defrost. -
Page 24: Cleaning And Care
Miele UK Spare Parts E-Cloth Department). Follow the ^ A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available manufacturer’s instructions on the from the Miele UK Spare Parts packaging. Department which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless Make sure that water cannot get into... -
Page 25: Metal Grille At The Back Of The Appliance
Cleaning and care Metal grille at the back of the appliance The metal grille at the back of the appliance (heat exchanger) should be dusted at least once a year. A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance. When cleaning the grille, make sure that the pipework and other components do not get broken or... -
Page 26: Problem Solving Guide
^ Check that the fuse is not defective . . . the alarm sounds and the alarm and that the mains fuse has not indicator light flashes. blown. If it has, contact the Miele Ser- vice Department. The temperature in the freezer is too warm, because . - Page 27 If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions, please contact the Miele Service Department. To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the...
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Page 28: Noises
Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr... Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on. Blubb, blubb..A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes. -
Page 29: After Sales Service
In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact: – your Miele Dealer – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for address). When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. -
Page 30: Electrical Connection
Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363) All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be re-fitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person in strict accordance with current is lost, the plug must not be used until a local and national safety regulations suitable replacement is obtained. -
Page 31: Installation
Installation Ventilation Do not place any appliance which Air at the back of the appliance gets gives off heat, such as a toaster or warm. To ensure sufficient ventilation, microwave oven, on top of this the air inlet and outlet must not be appliance, as this would increase covered or blocked in any way. -
Page 32: Installing In A Side-By-Side Combination
However, this appliance has side wall a torque screwdriver and a socket heating, and can be installed wrench. side-by-side with certain other Miele ^ Before starting, peel off any appliances. protective foil from appliance. Your dealer will be able to advise ^ Place the appliances next to one you on which models are suitable. - Page 33 Installing in a side-by-side combination ^ Align both appliances using a spirit ^ Remove top screws h from bearing blocks g. level. – Align front feet c using a spanner ^ Loosely attach lower bracket i with screws h. ^ Push the two appliances together, –...
- Page 34 Installing in a side-by-side combination ^ Position the long stainless steel trim o lightly in the gap, making sure that ^ Position wide brackets m at the top it is located above bracket i. and bottom on the back, and push the top bracket upwards until it is in ^ Then push it carefully into the gap.
- Page 35 Installing in a side-by-side combination ^ Fit cover q in the space between the control panels. Make sure that the outer edges of the cover are flush with the control panels. The cover can be pulled out to adjust it to the right size.
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Page 36: Changing The Door Hinging
Changing the door hinging ^ Remove the cover caps from the The appliance is supplied left hand hinged. If right hand door hinging is opposite side, and fit them into the required, follow the instructions below. empty holes. Removing the door handle: Changing over the door: ^ Open the appliance door. - Page 37 Changing the door hinging ^ Open the door, tilt it downwards and In the following illustration the door take it off. is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what happens next. ^ Remove cover f, and unscrew hinge bracket g.
- Page 38 Changing the door hinging ^ Align the door with the appliance ^ Then tighten all 4 fixing screws b. housing using the long slot in bearing ^ Slide the side section of the handle block f. Then tighten screw c. d into the guides on the mounting plate until it clicks into place.
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Page 39: Building In The Appliance
Building in the appliance The air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis. When built into a kitchen run (max. depth 580 mm) the appliance can be installed directly next to a kitchen furniture housing unit. - Page 40 Alteration rights reserved / 4805 M.-Nr. 06 785 320 / 00 en - GB FN 4957 S ed-1...