Miele FNS 28463 E ed/cs User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Freezer
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.
en-GB M.-Nr. 10 999 980

Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 5
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 14
Saving energy ...................................................................................................... 15
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 17
Ice cube maker with integrated ice cube tray ....................................................... 18
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 20
Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 20
Side-by-side fitting kit ...................................................................................... 20
Optional accessories............................................................................................. 20
Before using for the first time ............................................................................ 22
Before using for the first time................................................................................ 22
Cleaning the appliance..................................................................................... 22
Connecting the appliance ..................................................................................... 22
Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 23
Touch display ........................................................................................................ 23
Switching the appliance on ................................................................................... 23
Start screen ........................................................................................................... 24
Switching off the refrigeration appliance............................................................... 24
Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................ 25
The correct temperature..................................................................................... 26
Temperature display .............................................................................................. 26
Setting the temperature......................................................................................... 27
Temperature range ........................................................................................... 27
Using Super freeze .............................................................................................. 28
Super freeze function ....................................................................................... 28
Switching SuperFreeze on and off ................................................................... 28
Displaying the SuperFreeze function................................................................ 28
Temperature and door alarm.............................................................................. 29
Temperature alarm................................................................................................. 29
Door alarm............................................................................................................. 30
Selecting further settings ................................................................................... 32
Settings overview .................................................................................................. 32

Contents
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Explanation of the different Settings ..................................................................... 34
Using the minute minder  (QuickCool timer) ................................................ 34
Switching the ice cube makeron and off.................................................... 35
Activating or deactivating the safety lock .............................................. 37
Switching the refrigeration appliance off..................................................... 37
Switching Sabbath mode on/off ................................................................... 38
Setting the time before the door alarm is triggered ..................................... 39
Switching the sensor tone on / off......................................................... 39
Setting the volume/Switching alarms and audible tones on/off ................. 39
Setting the display brightness..................................................................... 40
Setting the temperature unit°C/°F ................................................................... 40
Switching Demo mode off............................................................................. 40
Resetting to the factory default settings.................................................... 40
Accessing information................................................................................... 40
Clean ventilation grille reminder .................................................................. 41
Freezing and storing food................................................................................... 42
Maximum freezing capacity .................................................................................. 42
Freezing fresh food................................................................................................ 42
Storing frozen food................................................................................................ 42
Home freezing ....................................................................................................... 43
Before placing food in the appliance ............................................................... 44
Storage time for frozen food............................................................................. 45
Defrosting frozen goods ................................................................................... 45
Making ice cubes .................................................................................................. 46
Switching the ice cube maker on and off......................................................... 46
Using accessories ................................................................................................. 47
Freezer tray....................................................................................................... 47
Adjusting the interior fittings.................................................................................. 48
Removing freezer drawers on telescopic runners ............................................ 48
Automatic defrosting .......................................................................................... 49
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 50
Cleaning agents..................................................................................................... 50
Cleaning the ice cube tray..................................................................................... 51
Preparing the appliance for cleaning..................................................................... 52
Removing the telescopic runners..................................................................... 52
Cleaning the interior and accessories ................................................................... 53
Cleaning the front of the appliance and the side panels....................................... 53
Cleaning the ventilation grille ................................................................................ 54
Cleaning the door seal .......................................................................................... 54
Starting up the appliance after cleaning ............................................................... 54

Contents
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Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 55
Noises................................................................................................................... 67
Service.................................................................................................................. 68
Contact in case of malfunction ............................................................................. 68
–Displaying licence agreements...................................................................... 68
Warranty ................................................................................................................ 68
Installation............................................................................................................ 69
Installation ............................................................................................................. 69
Ventilation......................................................................................................... 70
Fitting supplied wall spacers............................................................................ 70
Limiting the opening angle of the appliance door............................................ 71
Installation ........................................................................................................ 73
Installing the appliance in a run of kitchen units .............................................. 74
Appliance dimensions ...................................................................................... 76
Installing in a side-by-side combination................................................................ 77
Changing the door hinging.................................................................................... 86
Aligning the appliance doors................................................................................. 96
Mains water connection ........................................................................................ 97
Information about the mains water connection................................................ 97
Water supply .................................................................................................... 98
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 100

Warning and Safety instructions
5
This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety require-
ments. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
material damage.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully be-
fore using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They con-
tain important information on safety, installation, use and mainten-
ance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging
your refrigeration appliance.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the
chapter on installing the appliance as well as the safety instruc-
tions and warnings.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owner.
Correct application
 This refrigeration appliance is intended for use in the home and in
similar environments, for example
– in shops, offices and similar work settings
– by the guests in hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts and other typical
home settings.
This refrigeration appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
 It must only be used as a domestic appliance to store deep frozen
food, freeze fresh food and to make ice.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.

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 This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool medi-
cines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such materials
or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such purposes can
cause deterioration of the items stored. The appliance is not suitable
for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or in-
correct use of the appliance.
 The appliance can only be used by people with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use
it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of
incorrect operation.
Safety with children
 Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the refri-
geration appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
 Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance unsuper-
vised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recog-
nise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
 Danger of suffocation! Whilst playing, children could become en-
tangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their
head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.

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Technical safety
 The coolant system is tested for leaks. This appliance complies
with statutory safety requirements and the appropriate EU
guidelines.
 This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. The coolant
does not damage the ozone layer and does not contribute to 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 com-
pressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the
cooling circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does not
affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance.
When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure
that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Splashes of coolant
can damage the eyes.
In the event of damage:
– Avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark.
– Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity
supply.
– Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for
several minutes.
– Contact the Miele Customer Service Department.
 The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the ap-
pliance is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases
building up. For every 11 g of coolant at least 1m3 of room space is
required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the
data plate inside the appliance.

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 To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the
connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data
plate corresponds to the household supply.
Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult
a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
 The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety re-
quirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installa-
tion tested by a qualified electrician.
 Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured
if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
 If the electrical connection cable supplied is damaged, it must
only be replaced by an original spare part to prevent a hazard for the
user. Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when ori-
ginal Miele spare parts are used.
 Do not connect the appliance to the mains electrical supply by a
multi-socket adapter or extension lead. These are a fire hazard and
do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.
 If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains con-
nection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not oper-
ate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to mois-
ture (e.g in a garage or utility room).
 This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
 Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
 The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply dur-
ing installation, maintenance and repair work, and during installation
work on the mains water connection. It is only completely isolated
from the power supply when:
– the mains fuses are switched off, or

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– the screw-out fuse is removed (where applicable), or
– the mains cable has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not the
cable when disconnecting it from the power supply.
 Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs, or a faulty
mains water connection can cause considerable danger for the user.
Installation, maintenance and repairs, installation work on the mains
water connection, and all repairs on the ice/water outlet must only
ever be carried out by a Miele-authorised technician.
 The ice-cube maker must only be connected to a cold water sup-
ply.
 Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty mains
water connection.
 While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be un-
dertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
warranty is invalidated.
 Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genu-
ine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components
must only be replaced by Miele spare parts.
 In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and
its surroundings clean at all times. Any damage caused by cock-
roaches or other vermin will not be covered by the warranty.

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Correct use
 The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range
(ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range.
The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate in-
side the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient
temperature, e.g. a garage, will lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperat-
ure.
 Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the effi-
ciency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and
could cause damage to the components.
 If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or
the door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic
components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
 Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store explosive materials in the
refrigeration appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g.
spray cans). Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of
gases to ignite.
 Danger of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.
an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance.
Danger of sparking and explosion.
 Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or li-
quids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could ex-
plode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.
 When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are
not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst, caus-
ing injury or damage.
 Danger of injury. Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of
the appliance with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen
food or to the metal.

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 Danger of injury. Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands
and never place ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from
the freezer zone. The very low temperature of the frozen food can
cause frost burn to the lips and tongue.
 Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defros-
ted food as soon as possible, as it will lose its nutritional value and
spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be re-frozen after it
has been cooked.
 Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage instruc-
tions given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning. Storage times
will depend on several factors, including the freshness and quality of
the food, as well as the temperature at which it is stored.
 Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with
this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manu-
facturers will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liabil-
ity.
Stainless steel appliances
 Adhesives will damage the stainless steel surface and cause it to
lose its dirt-repellent protective coating. Do not use sticky notes,
transparent adhesive tape, masking tape or other types of adhesive
on the stainless steel surface.
 The surface is susceptible to scratching. Even magnets can cause
scratching.

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Cleaning and care
 Throw away the first 3 batches of ice to rinse the ice cube maker
and the water pipes. Do this:
– before using for the first time
– if the ice cube maker has not been used for a long time
– regularly when in continuous use (at least once a month) to re-
move ice residues from the system (to avoid a blockage of the
water supply)
– before switching off the ice cube maker for a long period of time
 Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will
cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.
 Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean or defrost this ap-
pliance.
Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
 Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-
ing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or
pointed objects to
– remove frost and ice,
– separate frozen foods or remove ice trays.
 Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to de-
frost it. These can damage the plastic parts.
 Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might
cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Transport
 Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its ori-
ginal transport packaging to avoid damage in transit.
 Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. The refrigeration
appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people.
Disposal of your old appliance
 If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This
will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking them-
selves in and endangering their lives.
 Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to dam-
age any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the coolant channels in the condenser,
– bending any pipework, or
– scratching the surface coating.

Caring for the environment
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Disposal of the packing mater-
ial
The packaging is designed to protect
the appliance from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the manufactur-
ing process and also reduces the
amount of waste in landfill sites.
Disposing of your old appli-
ance
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials, com-
pounds and components which were
essential for their correct functioning
and safety. These could be hazardous
to your health and to the environment if
disposed of with general waste or if
handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with general waste.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal
points to dispose of and recycle elec-
trical and electronic appliances in your
local community, with your dealer or
with Miele. By law, you are solely re-
sponsible for deleting any personal data
from the appliance prior to disposal.
Take care not to damage your refrigera-
tion appliance’s pipework before or dur-
ing transportation to an authorised col-
lection depot.
This is to ensure that coolant in the
cooling circuit and oil in the compressor
is contained, and will not leak into the
environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance
poses no risk to children while being
stored prior to disposal. For further in-
formation, see “Warning and Safety in-
structions” in these operating and in-
stallation instructions.

Saving energy
15
Normal energy consump-
tion
Increased energy con-
sumption
Installation /
Maintenance
In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated
room.
Protected from direct sun-
light.
In direct sunlight.
Not near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Near to a heat source (radi-
ator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient
room temperature is approx.
20°C.
Where the ambient room
temperature is above 25°C.
Ventilation gaps uncovered
and dusted regularly.
Ventilation gaps covered or
dusty.
Temperature
setting
Freezer section -18°C The lower the temperature in
the appliance, the higher the
energy consumption.

Saving energy
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Normal energy consump-
tion
Increased energy con-
sumption
Use Drawers and shelves ar-
ranged as they were when
the appliance was delivered.
Only open the door when
necessary and for as short a
time as possible. Store food
in an organised way.
Frequent opening of doors
for long periods will cause a
loss of coldness. The appli-
ance will try to cool down
and the compressor will run
for longer periods.
Take an insulated cool bag
when shopping, and load
food in the appliance as
soon as possible.
Allow hot food and drinks to
cool down before placing
them in the appliance.
Hot food or food at room
temperature raises the tem-
perature inside the appli-
ance. The appliance will try
to cool down and the com-
pressor will run for longer
periods.
Store food well packaged. The evaporation or condens-
ation of liquids in the freezer
zone will cause a loss of
coldness.
Do not over-fill the appliance
to allow air to circulate.
Poor air circulation will
cause a loss of coldness.

Guide to the appliance
17
aControl panel with display
bInterior lighting
cNoFrost module
dRecessed handle with door opening
aid (Click2open)
eFreezer drawers
fIce cube drawer with automatic ice
cube maker
gLowest freezer drawer, can also be
used as a freezing tray
hVentilation grille
For easier installation there are trans-
port handles on the back at the top and
transport wheels underneath the appli-
ance.

Guide to the appliance
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Ice cube maker with integrated
ice cube tray
For the automatic ice-cube maker to
operate, it must be connected to a
mains water supply (see “Mains water
connection”).
The ice-cube maker can be turned off
independently of the refrigeration ap-
pliance if you do not want to make any
ice cubes.
The automatic ice-cube maker is loc-
ated in the ice-cube drawer.
An ice-cube tray, in which the ice
cubes are produced, is integrated in the
ice-cube maker. This ice-cube tray
cannot be removed.
The ice-cube tray automatically empties
into the drawer as soon as ice cubes
are produced.
The ice-cube maker is switched on via
Settings mode (see “Selecting fur-
ther settings” – Switching the ice-cube
maker on and off”).

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Symbols on the display
Controls
Symbol Meaning
Standby For switching the refrigeration appliance on
Settings mode For selecting settings (see “Selecting further
settings”)
/Minus/plus For altering a setting (e.g. temperature)
OK For confirming a setting
/Left/right navigation ar-
row
For scrolling in Settings mode to select a
setting
Back For exiting a menu
Information
Symbol Meaning
Standby The appliance is connected to the power
supply but is not switched on.
Freezer section Identifies the freezer section temperature
display
SuperFreeze Function can be selected (see “Using Super
freeze”).
Temperature alarm Warning (see “Problem solving guide - Dis-
play warnings”).
Door alarm Warning (see “Problem solving guide - Dis-
play warnings”).
Power failure Warning (see “Problem solving guide - Dis-
play warnings”).

Accessories
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Accessories supplied
Cool pack
The cool pack prevents the temperature
in the freezer section from rising too
quickly in the event of a power cut. This
can help prolong the storage life.
The cool pack will be at its most effect-
ive after it has been in the freezer for
approx. 24hours.
Door opening angle limiter
The door hinges are set ex works to en-
able the door to be opened up to 115°.
If the appliance door hits an adjacent
wall when opened, for example, the
opening angle can be limited toapprox.
90°.
Side-by-side fitting kit
For installing two appliances next to
each other.
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products are available for your ap-
pliance.
Accessories are available to order via
the Miele Webshop, from Miele dir-
ectly (see back cover for contact de-
tails) or from your Miele dealer.
Multi-purpose microfibre cloth
The microfibre cloth is suitable for re-
moving fingerprints and light soiling
from surfaces such as stainless steel,
glass, plastic and chrome without the
use of chemicals.
MicroCloth Kit
The MicroCloth Kit contains a universal
cloth, a glass cloth and a polishing
cloth.
These cloths are extremely rip-proof
and hard-wearing. Thanks to very fine
microfibres these cloths achieve excel-
lent cleaning results.