Miele F 1801 Vi User manual

Operating and Installation
Instructions
Freezer
F 1801 Vi
F 1811 Vi
F 1901 Vi
F 1911 Vi
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 155 780
en - US, CA

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................4
Guide to the freezer ................................................7
Before use .......................................................9
Turning the appliance On/Off .........................................9
Settings.........................................................10
Turning the button sound On/Off ......................................11
Turning off for longer periods of time ..................................12
Alarm...........................................................13
Temperature alarm ................................................13
Door alarm .......................................................13
Setting the temperature............................................14
Using the freezer efficiently ........................................16
Freezing food.....................................................16
Defrosting .......................................................17
Cooling drinks quickly ..............................................17
SuperCool.......................................................19
Ice cube maker ...................................................20
Automatic defrost ................................................21
Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................22
Moving the shelves ................................................22
Freezer baskets ...................................................22
Ice cube container.................................................23
Cleaning and care ................................................24
Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................24
Ventilation slits ....................................................25
Door seals .......................................................25
Changing the light bulb .............................................26
Water filter ......................................................28
Exchanging the water filter ..........................................29
Filter Performance Data Sheet ......................................32
Frequently asked questions ........................................34
After sales service ................................................41
Caring for the environment.........................................44
Contents
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Installation ......................................................45
Installation site ....................................................45
Custom door panels ...............................................47
Installation options .................................................47
Dimensions......................................................49
Niche dimensions .................................................49
Installing the appliance ............................................51
Before you begin ..................................................51
RemoteVision module installation .....................................53
Preparing the installation niche .......................................54
Sliding the appliance into the installation niche ..........................57
Aligning the appliance..............................................58
Attaching the appliance to the installation niche..........................59
Preparing the custom door ..........................................61
Attaching and aligning the custom door front ............................62
Plumbing........................................................67
Electrical connection..............................................70
RemoteVision ....................................................71
Contents
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When using the appliance, follow
basic safety precautions, including
the following:
Read all instructions before
installation and use to prevent
accidents and machine damage.
This appliance is intended for
residential use only. Use only as
described in this Operating manual.
Only use the appliance for its
intended purpose. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for
damages caused by improper use
of this appliance.
This appliance complies with current
safety requirements. Improper use
of the appliance can lead to
personal injury and material
damage.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and pass them on to
any future user.
Electrical Safety
~Before installation, make sure that
the voltage and frequency listed on the
data plate correspond with the
household electrical supply. This data
must correspond to prevent injury and
machine damage. Consult a qualified
electrician if in doubt.
~Before installation or service,
disconnect the power supply to the
work area by unplugging the unit,
"tripping" the circuit breaker or
removing the fuse.
~Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to electricity.
Extension cords do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance
(e.g., danger of overheating).
~Be certain your appliance is
properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. To guarantee the
electrical safety of this appliance
continuity must exist between the
appliance and an effective grounding
system. It is imperative that this basic
safety requirement be met. If there is
any doubt, have the electrical system of
the house checked by a qualified
electrician. The manufacturer cannot be
held responsible for damages caused
by the lack, or inadequacy, of an
effective grounding system.
~Only connect power to the
appliance when all installation and
plumbing work is complete.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Installation
This appliance is top-heavy and
must be secured to prevent the
possibility of tipping forward.
Keep the door closed until the
appliance is completely installed
and secured per installation
instructions.
~This appliance must be installed
and connected in compliance with the
installation instructions.
~Installation and repair work should
be performed by a Miele authorized
service technician. Work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous and may
void the warranty.
~Installation must comply with local
plumbing regulations and state laws.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage caused by a faulty
connection to the water supply.
~Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, or if the
appliance has been damaged in any
manner. Contact Miele’s Technical
Service Department.
~This equipment is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as recreational
vehicles or aircraft.
~Do not install the freezer in a room
with too low an ambient temperature,
e.g., a garage, as this may lead to the
appliance switching off for longer
periods so that it cannot maintain the
required temperature.
~In appliances with an automatic ice
maker, avoid contact with the moving
parts of the ejector mechanism, or with
the heating element located on the
bottom of the ice maker. Do not place
fingers or hands on the automatic ice
making mechanism while the freezer is
plugged in.
~The ice cube maker is not suitable
for connection to a hot water supply.
~Do not use water that is
microbiologically or chemically unsafe
or of unknown quality without adequate
disinfection or other treatment before or
after the filter is used; the filter alone is
not an adequate safeguard.
Use
~Persons who lack physical, sensory
or mental abilities, or experience with
the machine should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a
responsible person.
~To reduce the risk of injury, do not
allow children to play in, on or near the
appliance, especially in the door hinge
area.
~After your freezer is in operation, do
not touch the cold surfaces in the
freezer compartment, particularly when
hands are damp or wet. Skin may
adhere to these extremely cold
surfaces.
~Do not refreeze frozen foods which
have thawed completely.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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~Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
~Do not deactivate the water filter
display.
~Do not use sharp-edged objects to
remove frost and ice, or separate
frozen foods and remove ice trays.
They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.
~Do not use defrosting sprays or
de-icers, as they might contain
substances which could damage the
plastic parts or which could cause a
build-up of gases and pose a danger to
health.
~Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal, as these will cause the seal
to deteriorate and become porous with
time.
~Do not block the ventilation gaps in
the plinth or the top of the appliance
housing unit, as this can impair the
efficiency of the appliance, increase the
electricity consumption and cause
damage to the appliance.
~Never use a steam cleaner to clean
the appliance. Pressurized steam could
damage electrical components and
cause a short circuit.
Disposal of your old appliance
~Before disposing of an old
appliance, first make the door latch or
lock unusable.
~Take off the door.
~Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.
~Consult with your municipal policy
on recycling.
~Be careful not to damage any part of
the pipework while awaiting disposal
by:
- puncturing the refrigerant
channels in the evaporator.
- bending any pipework.
- scratching the surface coating.
Splashes of refrigerant can damage the
eyes.
~Your old freezer may have a cooling
system that used CFCs
(chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed
to harm stratospheric ozone.
If you intentionally release this CFC
refrigerant, you can be subject to fines
and imprisonment under provisions of
environmental legislation. Make sure the
CFC refrigerant is removed and disposed
of by a qualified technician.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these
Important Safety instructions.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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aDoor shelves (height adjustable)
bShelves (height adjustable)
cIce cube maker
dIce cube container
eControl panel
fMain switch to turn the appliance
On/Off
gFreezer basket
hWater filter
Guide to the freezer
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Control panel
aAccess button "p"
bTemperature display
Xcolder; Ywarmer
Allows you to set the desired
temperature in the freezer
cOn/Off sensor button for the
SuperCool function
dOn/Off sensor button for the ice cube
maker
eSensor button for the temperature
and door alarm*
fWater filter change indicator*
* Only visible when the relevant
function is activated
Guide to the freezer
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Before using for the first time
^Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories with a mild solution
of warm water and liquid dish soap.
Dry with a soft cloth.
After installing the appliance, wait at
least 30 minutes before switching
the appliance on. During transport,
fluids in the freezer system may
have shifted and will need some
time to settle.
Turning the appliance On/Off
^Open the appliance door.
^Turn the appliance On/Off with the
main switch.
The main switch is located on the
right-side underneath the control panel.
Once on, the appliance begins cooling.
When the door is open, the interior
lights come on.
The access button will light in the
control panel.
The preset temperatures (factory
default settings) are reached after a few
hours. Do not put any food in the
appliance until the preset temperatures
are reached.
,Turning off the appliance with
the main switch does not safely
isolate it from the power supply.
Before use
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Using the settings
When a sensor button has been
selected with a finger touch, it will
appear yellow.
A de-selected button will appear white.
^Touch the access button "p"soit
turns yellow.
On the control panel you will see
additional sensor buttons to operate the
appliance.
These button allow you to:
– adjust the temperature,
– select the SuperCool function, or
– turn the ice maker On/Off.
For additional information, see the
corresponding sections in this manual.
^To leave the settings menu, touch the
access button "p" so it turns white.
The last settings entered are stored.
If the access button is not pressed
the display will go out after approx.
30 secs.
The other sensor buttons now
disappear from the control panel.
Custom settings
In the custom settings mode you can
select and change functions. The
function possibilities are described in
the respective chapters of this manual.
Function Display text
Temperature
°C-°F
†
RemoteVision
Module settings
;
Button sound on/off =
Confirm filter
changes
^
Exit Custom
Settings mode
c
Settings
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Turning the button sound
On/Off
If you prefer the buttons to be silent
when touched the button sound can be
turned off.
^Touch the access button "p"soit
turns yellow.
^Note the position of the Xbutton, but
do not touch.
^Touch the access button "p" again so
it turns white.
Only the access button "p" is visible.
^Place one finger on the position of
the Xbutton and hold (the Xbutton
will not be visible).
^While holding down the Xbutton,
press the access button "p" once.
Keep holding the Xbutton down until
the following appears in the display
(approx. 5 seconds).
^Tap the Xbutton until =appears in
the display.
^Touch the access button "p"to
confirm.
^By touching the Xbutton, you can
choose between:
=0: Button sound is off
=1: Button sound is on
=– : Return to menu.
^Touch the access button "p"to
confirm the setting.
^Tap the Xbutton until you see ;in
the display.
^Touch the access button "p".
You have now left the Custom settings
mode.
When you are in the Custom settings
mode the door alarm is turned off
automatically. Once the door is
closed it is reactivated.
Settings
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Turning off for longer periods
of time
If the appliance is not going to be used
for an extended time (for example,
during a vacation) some precautions
need to be taken:
^Shut off the water supply line,
(several hours before switching off
the appliance)
^Take all food out of the appliance
^Turn the appliance off
^Unplug the appliance
^Empty the ice cube container
^Clean the interior
^Remove and discard the water filter
(secure the filter cap)
^Leave the door open to prevent
odors
Settings
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The appliance is equipped with an
alarm system, to ensure that the
temperature does not rise unnoticed
because of energy loss or an open
door.
The alarm system is always
operational, it does not need to be
switched on.
Temperature alarm
If the temperature becomes too warm,
an alarm sounds and the "alarm"
indicator turns red and flashes.
The temperature display shows the
highest temperature reached during the
alarm.
The alarm will sound and the display
will flash if:
– too much warm air flows into the
appliance, for example when food is
being loaded, re-arranged, or taken
out.
–large amounts of food are being
frozen at once.
–the power fails.
Turning the temperature alarm Off
As soon as the alarm condition is
corrected, the alarm signal turns off
and the affected zone stops flashing in
the display. The "alarm" indicator goes
out.
^To turn the alarm off early, press
the "alarm" sensor button.
The alarm signal turns off. The "alarm"
indicator remains red and the
corresponding appliance zone
continues to flash until the alarm
condition is corrected.
If the temperature in the freezer
zone reaches 0°F (-18°C) or higher,
check that food has not defrosted.
Door alarm
If the appliance door is left open, an
alarm signal will sound and the "alarm"
indicator will turn red after five minutes.
Turning the door alarm Off
Once the door is closed the alarm turns
off and the "alarm" indicator goes out. If
the door has not been closed properly,
the alarm will sound again after five
minutes.
^To turn the alarm off early, press
the "alarm" sensor button. The "alarm"
indicator and signal will turn off.
Alarm
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Setting the temperature
^Touch the access button "p"soit
turns yellow.
^Use the Xand Ybuttons next to the
temperature display to set the
temperature warmer or colder.
Tap the Xand Ysensor buttons to
raise/lower the temperature 1°, or hold
it down to move through the
temperature range more quickly.
The temperature display on the
control panel always shows the
desired temperature.
Temperature range
The temperature can be set within the
following range:
7°F to -9°F (-14°C to -23°C).
To freeze fresh food and store frozen
food for an extended period of time, a
temperature of 0°F (-18°C) is
suggested.
The room temperature and the
installation location can affect the time it
takes for the appliance to drop to the
coldest temperature. If the room
temperature is too high, it may not be
possible for the appliance to reach the
lowest temperature.
Setting the temperature
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Temperature unit
(Fahrenheit/Celsius)
The temperature can be displayed in
degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).
^Touch the access button "p"soit
turns yellow.
^Note the position of the button X, but
do not touch.
^Touch the access button "p" again so
it turns white.
Only the access button "p" is visible.
^Place one finger on the position of
the Xbutton and hold (the Xbutton
will not be visible).
^While holding down the Xbutton,
press the access button "p" once.
Keep holding the Xbutton down until
the following appears in the display
(approx. 5 seconds).
^Tap the Xbutton until †appears in
the display.
^Touch the access button "p"to
confirm.
^By touching the Xbutton you can
select either Fahrenheit or Celsius for
the temperature display.
†0: Fahrenheit
†1: Celsius
†–: return to menu.
^Touch the access button "p"to
confirm the setting.
^Tap the Xbutton until a ;appears in
the display.
^Touch the access button "p".
You have left the Custom settings
mode.
When you are in the Custom settings
mode the door alarm is turned off
automatically. Once the door is
closed it is reactivated.
Setting the temperature
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Freezing food
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible. This helps maintain the
nutritional value, vitamin content,
appearance and taste of the food.
Never refreeze partially or fully
defrosted food. Consume defrosted
food as soon as possible, it will lose its
nutritional value and spoil if left for too
long. Do not refreeze defrosted food
unless it has been cooked.
Before placing food in the freezer
^When you are planning to freeze
large amounts of food (more than
4 ½ lbs [2 kg]), switch on the
SuperCool function ahead of time
(see "SuperCool").
This will provide the food already in
the freezer with a protective boost of
cold air.
Placing food in the freezer
Food to be frozen can be placed
anywhere in the freezer.
Load bearing capacity of the baskets:
Small
basket
Large
basket
F 18X1 Vi 72 lbs
(33 kg)
72 lbs
(33 kg)
F 19X1 Vi 94 lbs
(43 kg)
94 lbs
(43 kg)
^Spread the food to be frozen across
the bottom of the freezer basket or
across the shelves, so that it will
freeze through to the core as quickly
as possible.
^When placing items in the freezer,
make sure the packaging and
containers are dry, to keep them from
sticking together when frozen.
When freezing, try not to let frozen
food come into contact with
unfrozen food, this could cause the
frozen food to defrost.
Using the freezer efficiently
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Defrosting
Frozen food can be defrosted in
different ways:
–in a microwave oven,
–at room temperature,
–in the refrigerator (the cold given off
by the frozen food helps to keep the
other food cold),
–in a steam oven.
Poultry It is especially important to
observe proper hygiene when
defrosting poultry. Never save the liquid
from defrosted poultry. Drain it away
and promptly wash the container, the
sink and your hands. Danger of
salmonella poisoning.
Fruit should be defrosted at room
temperature in its packaging, or in a
covered bowl.
Most vegetables can be cooked while
still frozen. Simply place directly into
boiling water or hot oil.
Cooling drinks quickly
To cool drinks quickly, switch on the
SuperCool function, see "SuperCool" for
more information.
Do not leave bottles in the freezer for
more than 1 hour, closed containers
could burst.
Using the freezer efficiently
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Freezing tips
–The following are examples of foods
suitable for freezing:
Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish,
vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit,
pastry/dough, leftovers, and a range
of pre-cooked meals.
–The following examples of foods not
suitable for freezing:
Lettuce, radishes, sour cream,
mayonnaise, eggs in their shells,
onions, whole raw apples and pears.
–To retain color, taste and vitamin C,
vegetables should be trimmed,
washed, and blanched.
To blanch: bring a large saucepan of
water to a boil, then submerge the
vegetables in rapidly boiling water
for 2-3 minutes, depending on type.
Remove, and plunge into ice-cold
water to cool quickly. Drain and pack
for freezing.
– Lean meat freezes better than fatty
meat, and can be stored for
considerably longer.
–To prevent chops, steaks, cutlets or
rolled meats from freezing together in
solid blocks when packed, separate
with a sheet of plastic freezer wrap.
–Do not season fresh foods or
blanched vegetables before
freezing. Cooked food can be lightly
seasoned 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 tips
^Unsuitable packing material
- wrapping paper
- greaseproof paper
- cellophane
- garbage bags
- plastic shopping bags
Suitable packing material
- plastic freezer bags/wrap
- aluminum foil
- freezer containers
^To help prevent freezer burn, expel
as much air as possible from
bags, etc., before sealing them.
^Close the packaging tightly with
- plastic clips
- twist ties
- rubber bands
^Mark the package to indicate the
contents and the date of freezing.
Using the freezer efficiently
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When the SuperCool function is
activated, the appliance is cooled as
cold as possible (to a factory-preset
temperature).
SuperCool
The SuperCool function is ideal for
freezing large quantities of unfrozen
food. Ideally the function should be
switched on4-6hours before the food
is placed in the freezer.
If the max. freezing capacity is used,
24 hours are recommended.
This helps food to freeze quickly and
retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavor and
appearance.
Switching on SuperCool
^Touch the SuperCool sensor so that
it turns yellow.
The temperature now begins to fall, with
maximum cooling performance.
The new temperature setting appears in
the display -22°F (-30°C).
Switching off SuperCool
The SuperCool function automatically
switches off after approx. 52 hours. The
sensor button turns white, and the
appliance continues running at normal
power.
To save energy, you can switch off the
SuperCool function once the food is
sufficiently chilled.
^Touch the SuperCool sensor so that it
turns white.
The temperature display returns to the
original temperature setting.
The appliance now continues running
at normal power.
SuperCool
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For the automatic ice cube maker to
operate, it must be connected to the
household water supply. See
"Plumbing".
Turning on the ice cube maker
Make sure that the ice cube container
is under the ice cube maker, as far as
possible.
Ice cubes will not be produced
unless the container is completely
closed.
^Touch the sensor button for the ice
cube maker so that it turns yellow.
As soon as the freezer has cooled to a
freezing temperature, the ice cube tray
fills with water. Cold air is blown directly
over the tray.
As soon as the ice cubes are frozen,
they fall into the ice cube container.
The ice cube maker can produce
approx. 120 ice cubes within 24 hours.
After the appliance is turned on for the
very first time, it can take up to 10 hours
for the first ice cubes to drop out of the
ice cube maker and collect in the
container.
Once the ice cube container is full, the
ice cube maker switches off
automatically.
Do not use the ice cube container
for rapid cooling of food or drinks.
The ice cube maker may become
blocked and be damaged.
Do not use the first batch of ice
cubes from the ice cube maker.
Discard the ice produced in the first
24 hours after switching on the ice
cube maker.
This applies for the very first use,
and whenever the appliance has
been out of service for an extended
period of time.
The amount of ice cubes produced
depends on the temperature in the
freezer section. The lower the
temperature, the more ice cubes will be
produced in a given period of time.
Turning off the ice cube maker
The water supply line must be shut
off several hours before the
appliance or ice cube maker is
switched off.
^Touch the sensor button for the ice
cube maker so that it turns white.
Ice cube maker
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