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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
colder than

-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:

– the more often the door is opened

and the longer it is kept open,

– if too much food is stored in it at

once,

– the warmer the food is which is being

put into it,

– 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.

Temperature selection

Use the two buttons underneath the
temperature display to set the
temperature for the freezer.

Press the

left button:

to raise the temperature

right button: to reduce the temperature

The temperature being set will flash in
the display.

After setting the temperature you can
see the following information in the
display by pressing the buttons:

– When first pressed, the

last

temperature selected

flashes.

– Each subsequent press of the button

adjusts the temperature shown in
1 °C steps.

– Keeping the button pressed in

adjusts the temperature continually.

Approx. 5 seconds after letting go of
the button, the current

actual

temperature of the freezer is
automatically shown.

The correct temperature

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Summary of Contents for FN 4697 S

Page 1: ...nstructions Frost free freezers FN 4697 S FN 4897 S To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these operating instructions before it is installed or used for the first time G M Nr 06 413 700 ...

Page 2: ... 16 Alarm 18 Temperature alarm 18 Door alarm 18 Switching on the alarm system 18 Switching the alarm off early 18 Super freeze 19 Freezing fresh food 19 Super freeze 19 Switching on Super freeze 19 Switching off Super freeze 19 Freezing and storing food 20 Maximum freezing capacity 20 Isolation plate 20 To take out the isolation plate 20 Important 20 Storing frozen food 21 Home freezing 21 Hints o...

Page 3: ...ies 27 E cloth 27 Door handle 27 Ventilation gaps 28 Door seal 28 Metal grille at the back of the appliance 28 Problem solving guide 29 Noises 32 Service Department 33 Electrical connection 34 Electrical connection U K 34 Installation 35 Location 35 Climate range 35 Ventilation 35 Installation 35 Aligning the appliance 35 Changing the door hinging 36 Contents ...

Page 4: ...or light bOn Off button cTemperature display dControls for setting the temperature Left hand button warmer Right hand button colder eSuper freeze button and indicator light fAlarm off button Description of the appliance 4 ...

Page 5: ...aLighting bFrost free system cFreezer tray dFreezer drawers with freezer calendar eMarker system for frozen food Description of the appliance 5 ...

Page 6: ...d directly to the Miele home system You will need a Miele home system e g the Miele home InfoControl and your appliance must be fitted with Communication module XKM 2000 KF Please refer to the leaflet supplied with the Miele home Communication module for details on how to install it and on how to sign it on to your Miele home system The Miele home system is supplied with its own operating instruct...

Page 7: ...al of your old appliance Please ensure that your old appliance is disposed of at an authorised disposal centre only Contact your local authority for advice if required Make sure that the pipework is not damaged whilst moving an old appliance This is to ensure that the refrigerant and oil in the compressor cannot leak into the environment It is important that they are disposed of in a safe manner b...

Page 8: ...600a 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 a...

Page 9: ...accordance with these operating and installation instructions This equipment may only be used in mobile installations such as ships caravans aircraft etc if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer Installation work maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by suitably qualified and competent persons in accordance with national and local saf...

Page 10: ...ge conditions required as well as the use by date Do not store explosive materials in 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 store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer The cans or bottles could explo...

Page 11: ...nts and cause a short circuit In countries where there are areas 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 Disposal of your old appliance Before disposing of an old applia...

Page 12: ...tor section 4 to 5 C StayFresh zone approx 0 C Freezer section 18 C Use Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness Store food in an organised way If food is not stored in an organised way searching for an item will mean the door is open for longer Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before pla...

Page 13: ...f Press the On Off button until the temperature display goes out The cooling system is switched off If this does not happen the safety lock is still activated Safety lock The safety lock can be activated to prevent the appliance being switched off inadvertently Activating or de activating the safety lock Press and hold the Super freeze button pressed in for approx 5 seconds The Super freeze indica...

Page 14: ...ch 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 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 Switching on and off 14 ...

Page 15: ...often the door is opened and the longer it is kept open if too much food is stored in it at once the warmer the food is which is being put into it 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 Temperature selection Use the two buttons unde...

Page 16: ...emperature display The temperature display will flash if a different temperature is being set 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 when fresh food is...

Page 17: ...n now adjust the level of brightness by pressing the temperature selector buttons You can choose from settings 1 to 5 1 lowest setting 5 brightest setting Press the Super freeze button to save the setting Press the On Off button to come out of the setting mode The electronics will then switch over to normal operation after a couple of minutes The correct temperature 17 ...

Page 18: ...ts of food at once if there has been a lengthy interruption to the power supply Door alarm If the door has been left open for more than approx 60 seconds the alarm will sound Switching on the alarm system The alarm system is always active It does not have to be switched on manually Switching the alarm off early Once the set temperature has been reached in the freezer the alarm switches off and the...

Page 19: ...the defrosted food Super freeze Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the freezer Exceptions when putting in frozen food when freezing up to 2 kg fresh food daily Switching on Super freeze When freezing small quantities of food in the freezer the Super freeze function should be switched on 6 hours beforehand When freezing the maximum load of food the Super freeze funct...

Page 20: ...rwards and out of the appliance Important At least 2 freezer drawers must be used for freezing food The other drawers can be isolated if they are not needed The drawers being used for freezing must always be at the top of the freezer The isolation plate must be fitted below the lowest drawer in which food is being frozen The fewer drawers you use the more energy you will save Using the isolation p...

Page 21: ...nts on home freezing The following types of food are suitable for freezing Fresh meat poultry game fish vegetables herbs fresh fruit dairy products pastry leftovers egg yolks egg whites and a range of pre cooked meals The following types of food are not suitable for freezing Grapes lettuce radishes sour cream mayonnaise eggs in their shells onions whole raw apples and pears To retain colour taste ...

Page 22: ...ealed using home heat sealing kits Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging Before placing food in the freezer When freezing more than 2 kg of fresh food switch on the Super freeze function for some time before placing the food in the freezer see Super freeze Placing food in the freezer Food to be frozen can be placed anywhere in the freezer Large quantities can be pla...

Page 23: ...ves the length of time which various foods can be stored for effectively 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 The months are represented on the dials as 1 12 Slide the markers onto the guide runners on th...

Page 24: ...ray with wa ter 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 Once frozen use a blunt instrument for example a spoon handle to remove the ice tray from the freezer Ice cubes can be removed easily from the tray by twisting the tray gently or by holding it under cold running water for a ...

Page 25: ...freezer for approx 24 hours If there is a power cut place the cool 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 When placing fresh food in the freezer use the cool pack to separate the fresh food from the food which is already frozen so that the frozen food does not begin to thaw The cool pack can also be used in a cool bag ...

Page 26: ...y 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 Defrosting 26 ...

Page 27: ... not wash in a dishwasher After cleaning wipe the outer casing the interior and accessories with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth Leave the door open to air the appliance for a short while E cloth A microfibre E Cloth is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel glass plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals Door...

Page 28: ...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 damaged in any way After cleaning Close the appliance door insert the plug in the socket and switch the appliance back on Switch on the Super freeze function so that the freezer can cool down quickly The indicator light will co...

Page 29: ...few minutes and then try again It should now open without force the temperature is too low Select a warmer temperature The Super freeze function is still switched on The Super freeze function switches itself off automatically after approx 30 60 hours The indicator light is still on the appliance is switching in too frequently and for too long Check whether the ventilation gaps have been covered ov...

Page 30: ...erature displayed you should check the condition of food in the freezer If it has defrosted or started to defrost check that it is still safe to use and if so use it as soon as possible Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked The warmest temperature will show in the display for about 1 minute The actual current temperature in the freezer will then show in the display again th...

Page 31: ...e connection 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 appliance to be serviced Problem solving guide 31 ...

Page 32: ...ise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the system is unavoidable Noises that you can easily rectify What causes them and what can you do about them Rattling vibrating The appliance is uneven Realign the appliance using a spirit level by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of furniture Move it away Drawers ba...

Page 33: ...ler or 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 This information is given on the data plate Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to improve our service Service Department 33 ...

Page 34: ...to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating The appliance must not be connected to an inverter and must not be used with a plug adapter as these can cause damage to the appliance s electronic unit Non rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be re fitted when changing the fuse and if the fu...

Page 35: ...outside this range The climate range of this appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance Climate range Ambient room temperature SN N ST T SN ST SN T 10 C to 32 C 16 C to 32 C 18 C to 38 C 18 C to 43 C 10 C to 38 C 10 C to 43 C The appliance will function perfectly down to an ambient temperature of 5 C Ventilation Air at the back of the appliance gets warm To ensure sufficient ventil...

Page 36: ...et the spoon handle slip causing damage to the appliance The side section b can now be removed Pull side section b out of the guides on the mounting plate Loosen the 4 screws Torx 15 in the mounting plate and remove the handle Remove the cover caps from the opposite side and fit them into the empty holes Changing over the door Open the appliance door Use a screwdriver to lever plinth a out then pu...

Page 37: ...site side Hang the door in hinge pin c remember to use washer a then close the door In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what happens next Turn door support b around pull hinge pin a out and refit on the opposite side Fit both parts into hinge plate f To do this push hinge pin a through hinge plate f into door support b Swing the door ...

Page 38: ...w the handle to the opposite side of the door The mounting plate must fit snugly to the door housing If it doesn t Tighten the two screws a with the allen key provided as far as they will go Tighten screws b Slide the side section of the handle into the guides on the mounting plate until it clicks into place Changing the door hinging 38 ...

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