Operating and installation instructions Freezer F 456 i-1 It is essential to read these operating instructions before installing or using the machine, to avoid the risk of accident or damage to the machine. GWO M.-Nr.
Contents Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Switching off for longer periods of time . . .
Contents Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 After Sales Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Location . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the appliance a Alarm button and indicator light b Temperature display e Drawer with freezer calendar f Marker system for frozen food 4 c Super freeze button and indicator light d On/off and temperature selector dial
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 can normally be recycled. Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children.
Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety This appliance complies with all relevant legal safety requirements. Inappropriate use can however lead to personal injury and damage to property. Before installation and before using for the first time, read the operating instructions carefully. They contain important notes on installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance. This way you will avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, make sure that the rating on the data plate corresponds to the voltage and frequency of the household supply. This data must correspond in order to avoid risk of damage to the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.
Warning and Safety instructions Do not refreeze thawed or partially thawed food. Defrosted food should be used up as quickly as possible as food soon loses it nutritional value and goes off. Defrosted food may only be re-frozen after it has been cooked. Never store explosive materials in the appliance. Switching on thermostats may produce sparks which could present a fire hazard. Danger of explosion. Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer.
Warning and Safety instructions The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient temperatures). It must not be used in ranges for which it is not designed. 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 will lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature. Never use a steam-cleaning appliance to defrost or clean this appliance.
Operation Before using for the first time Ice pack ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with luke warm water and a little washing up liquid and then dry using a soft cloth. Place the ice pack in the top drawer or to save space on the freezer tray. The ice pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx. 24 hours. Switching on Switching off ^ Using a coin turn the On/Off dial in an anti-clockwise direction back to the "0" position.
The correct temperature . . . in the freezer Temperature selection It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the freezer. 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. The temperature is set with the temperature dial.
The correct temperature Temperature display During normal operation the temperature display on the control panel shows the temperature in the warmest part of the appliance. Ranges of temperatures rather than individual temperatures are shown. This means that the temperatures displayed are approximate. If you have adjusted the temperature dial in order to set a different temperature, wait for approx. 6 hours if the freezer is not very full and for approx.
Alarm Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the freezer cannot rise unnoticed. It is always active. An alarm will sound and the alarm indicator light will flash if the temperature becomes too warm. The setting on the temperature control determines the temperature the machines recognises as too warm. Switching the alarm tone off early The alarm stops and the indicator light goes out once the set temperature range has been reached.
Super freeze Freezing fresh food Switching on super freeze Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible. This way the nutritional value of the food, its vitamin content, appearance and taste are not impaired. Switch the super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the freezer. Food which takes a long time to freeze will lose more water from its cells which then shrink. During the defrosting process only some of this water is reabsorbed by the cells. The rest collects around the food.
Freezing and storing food Maximum freezing capacity Home freezing To ensure that fresh food placed in the freezer freezes through to the core as quickly as possible, the maximum freezing capacity must not be exceeded. The maximum freezing capacity for freezing within a 24 hour period is given on the data plate "Freezing capacity ....kg/24 hrs". Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition.
Freezing and storing food – Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before freezing. Only season cooked food lightly before freezing but care should be taken as the taste of some spices alters when frozen. – Do not place hot foods or drinks in the freezer. This causes already frozen food to thaw and increases the energy consumption considerably. Allow hot foods and drinks to cool down before placing them in the freezer. Packing ^ Freeze food in portions.
Freezing and storing food Freezer calendar Defrosting The freezer calendar on the freezer drawer gives the length of time which various foods can be stored for effectively. Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways: Where the storage time given on the packaging differs, follow the advice on the packaging. Marker system for frozen food Markers serve as a reminder of how long food has been stored. Each freezer drawer has two slide markers with dials.
Freezing and storing food Ice cubes Freezer tray The freezer tray is useful for freezing small items such as berries and vegetables. They can be frozen individually and therefore maintain their shape when defrosted. ^ Press down the release button on the ice cube tray and fill the tray with water. Any excess will flow out through the outlet. ^ Now pull the release button up to seal the ice cube tray. Place the tray on the bottom of one of the freezer drawers.
Freezing and storing food Ice pack (depending on model) The ice pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut. Place the ice pack in the upper drawer directly on top of food or to save space on the freezer tray. The ice pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx. 24 hours. If there is a power cut lay the ice pack directly on top of the frozen food in the upper drawer so that the food will be kept cold for as long as possible.
Defrosting The freezer does not defrost automatically because frozen food must not be allowed to defrost. In normal use ice and frost will form on the evaporator plates. If allowed to accumulate, this will impair the efficiency of the freezer and increase the consumption of electricity. Do not scrape ice and frost off the evaporator plates as this can damage the evaporator plates and the freezer making it unusable. The freezer should be defrosted from time to time.
Defrosting After defrosting ^ Take the bottom drawer out of the appliance and empty it. ^ Use a sponge or towel to soak up any water from defrosting still in the appliance. ^ Clean the freezer and then dry it thoroughly. ^ Close the door and then switch the freezer on. ^ Switch on the super freeze function so that the freezer can get down to temperature quickly. The super freeze indicator light will come on.
Cleaning and care Never use cleaning agents containing abrasive substances such as sand, soda, acids or chemical solvents. "Non-abrasive" cleaning agents are also unsuitable as they can cause matt areas to appear. ^ Take out any removable parts for cleaning e.g. drawers. Interior and accessories Use lukewarm water with a little mild detergent. All accessories should all be hand washed. Do not wash in a dishwasher.
Cleaning and care After cleaning ^ Close the door, and switch the appliance on. ^ Switch on the super freeze function so that the freezer can get down to temperature quickly. The super freeze indicator light will come on. ^ Once the freezer has reached the required temperature place the food back in the drawers and place them back in the freezer. ^ The super freeze function can be switched off once a constant temperature of at least -18 °C has been reached in the freezer.
Problem solving guide . . . the appliance does not get cool. Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorised repairs could be dangerous. The following faults can be corrected without contacting the Miele Service Department: What to do if . . . . . . strange noises can be heard after switching on the appliance, especially after it has just been installed.
Problem solving guide ^ Check that the door has been properly closed. ^ Check whether a thick layer of ice has built up. If it has, then the freezer will need defrosting. . . . the alarm sounds and the alarm indicator light flashes. The temperature has risen above the setting on the temperature dial because ^ the door has been opened too frequently, or large amounts of fresh food have been put in at once for freezing. ^ the ventilation gaps are blocked.
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 or – The Miele Service Department (see back cover for address). When contacting the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance, both of which are shown on the data plate inside the appliance. Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to improve our service.
Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Connection should be made via a suitable switched socket which is easily accessible. U.K., ZA: The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an a.c. single phase 230 V 50 Hz supply. The fuse rating is 13 amps.
Electrical connection Important The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green/yellow = earth Blue = neutral Brown = live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: ^ The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol (z) or coloured green or green a
Installation Ventilation This appliance must be built in, otherwise it could tip up. Location The appliance should be installed in a dry well ventilated room. The room temperature should not go above or below the climate range for which the appliance is designed. The higher the ambient temperature of the room, the more energy the appliance requires to operate. It should not be installed where it is exposed to direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a heat-producing appliance such as an oven or a radiator.
Installation Tools required For installation you will need a screw driver, a cross-slotted screwdriver (Pozidrive), a spirit level and a square. Building into a peninsular run When built into a peninsular run the rear of the building-in niche must be fitted with a kitchen panel. If the old appliance had a different hinging system If the old appliance had a different type of hinging the furniture door can still be used. Remove the old hinges from the furniture carcase.
Building in dimensions Appliance F 456 i-1 Appliance height [mm] Niche height [mm] a b 1393 1397 – 1410 31
Changing the door hinging Before building the appliance in decide on the door hinging. If left hand door hinging is required follow these instructions. ^ Open the appliance door. ^ Unscrew and remove screws a. Do not close up the hinges. You might hurt yourself. ^ Remove cover a by hand and remove b using a screwdriver. ^ Loosen the fixing screws c slightly. ^ Pull the door off to the right d.
Changing the door hinging ^ Fit the appliance door onto the previously fitted screws a, and then tighten the screws. ^ Refit the covers b.
Building in the appliance Prepare the appliance All building in instructions given are for a right hand hinged appliance. If you have converted the appliance to left hand hinging you will need to adapt these instructions accordingly. Align the housing unit ^ Fit cover strip a into position. Before installing the appliance the housing unit must be carefully aligned using a spirit level.
Building in the appliance Building in ^ Push the appliance into the niche. Make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped. ^ The appliance height can be corrected by altering the adjustable feet using the spanner supplied f. ^ Secure plastic bracket c to the side opposite the hinges using the M5 x 22 countersunk screws d. ^ Push the appliance in until the plastic bracket is flush with the front edge of the housing unit floor e.
Building in the appliance ^ Close the appliance door. Fitting the furniture door ^ Using a pencil, mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door. ^ A gap of 8 mm must be set between the appliance door and the fixing bracket a. ^ Push fitting aids d up to the height of the furniture door: The lower edge "X" of the fitting aids must be at the same height as the upper edge of the furniture door being fitted, see - on the diagram.
Building in the appliance ^ Hang the furniture door onto adjusting bolts a. ^ Use fixing bracket a to attach the appliance door to the furniture door. ^ Loosely attach the nuts b on the adjusting bolts. – Using a screwdriver remove cover b. ^ Shut the door and check the distance between the door and neighbouring furniture doors. – Check that the two metal edges c are flush (see symbol II).
Building in the appliance Securing the appliance Securely screw the appliance to the housing unit at the top and bottom: ^ Whilst counterholding the adjusting bolts b with a screwdriver, tighten nuts a at the top of the appliance door. ^ Tighten all screws. ^ Flap the plastic bracket up and screw a second screw a through the plastic bracket. Tighten both screws and flap the plastic bracket back down. ^ Align the cover strip b by sliding it parallel to the top of the housing unit.
Building in the appliance ^ Place all covers in position.
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