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Operating and installation instructions

Frost-free freezers
FN 4693 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.

M.-Nr. 06 498 980

Summary of Contents for FN 4693 S

Page 1: ...ion instructions Frost free freezers FN 4693 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 06 498 980 ...

Page 2: ... brightness 17 Alarm 19 Temperature alarm 19 Door alarm 19 Switching on the alarm system 19 Switching the alarm off early 19 Super freeze 20 Freezing fresh food 20 Super freeze 20 Switching on Super freeze 20 Switching off Super freeze 20 Freezing and storing food 21 Maximum freezing capacity 21 Isolation plate 21 Important 21 Storing frozen food 22 Home freezing 22 Hints on home freezing 22 Packi...

Page 3: ...accessories 28 E cloth 28 Door handle 28 Ventilation gaps 29 Door seal 29 Metal grille at the back of the appliance 29 Problem solving guide 30 Noises 33 Service Department 34 Electrical connection 35 Installation 36 Location 36 Climate range 36 Ventilation 36 Installation 36 Aligning the appliance 36 Changing the door hinging 37 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: ... the Miele home system You will need a Miele home system e g the Miele home InfoControl and your appliance must be fitted with the Communication module XKM 2000 KF to benefit from this feature 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 ow...

Page 7: ... The plug must be rendered useless and the cable cut off directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse See the Warning and Safety section of this booklet for further details Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment They are however essential for the correct functi...

Page 8: ...tural 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 any advers...

Page 9: ...ce 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 safety regu...

Page 10: ...ot 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 use any electrical equipment in this appliance e g ice cream makers Danger of sparking and explosion Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could...

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: ...ure that the winter setting is switched off when the ambient temperature is warmer than 16 C Refrigerator section 4 to 5 C StayFresh zone just above 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 sea...

Page 13: ...ed energy consumption Defrosting Defrost the freezer when a layer of ice one centimetre thick has built up A layer of ice hinders the cold from reaching the frozen food and causes an increase in energy consumption How to save energy 13 ...

Page 14: ...effective after it has been in the freezer for approx 24 hours Switching off 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 ...

Page 15: ...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 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 an...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...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 18: ...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 18 ...

Page 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ... 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 plate increases energy savings considerably Do not store food in the inactive drawers The tempe...

Page 22: ...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 23: ...nts 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 placed directly on to the evaporator plates to freeze the food...

Page 24: ... the month the food was first placed in the freezer Defrosting Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways in a microwave oven in an oven using the Fan or Defrost setting at room temperature in a refrigerator in a steam oven Poultry It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when defrosting poultry Do not use the liquid from defrosted poultry Pour it away and wash the container ...

Page 25: ...twisting the tray gently or by holding it under cold running water for a short while Cooling drinks When cooling drinks quickly make sure bottles are not left in the freezer for more than one hour as they could burst Freezer tray depending on model The freezer tray is useful for freezing small items such as berries and vegetables They can be frozen individually and therefore maintain their shape w...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...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 27 ...

Page 28: ... 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 29: ...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 30: ... and closing the door is preventing the door from opening Wait a 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...

Page 31: ...s a fault Call the Service Department nA appears in the temperature display The temperature has risen too high at some point during the last couple of days because of a power cut Press the alarm button whilst nA is lit up in the display The temperature display will show the warmest temperature recorded in the appliance during the power cut Depending on the temperature displayed you should check th...

Page 32: ... disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw out fuse in countries where this is applicable Unscrew the lamp and replace it with a new one Lamp specification 220 240 V max 25 W E 14 fitting Screw the new lamp into the 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 advis...

Page 33: ...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 34: ...aler 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 for training purposes Service Department 34 ...

Page 35: ...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 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ...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 support in push upwards and re assemble with screw ...

Page 39: ... plate c lines up correctly Then tighten all 4 fixing screws b Slide the side section of the handle d into the guides on the mounting plate until it clicks into place It is important to check that the side section of the handle d does not come into contact with the door seal when opening the door as this would damage the door seal permanently If after you have refitted the handle you find that the...

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