Miele FNS 7794 E User manual

Operating Instructions
Freezer
It is essential to read the operating and installation instructions be-
fore setup, installation, and commissioning. This prevents both per-
sonal injury and damage to the appliance.
en - US, CA M.-Nr. 11 930 810

Contents
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 5
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 16
Installation.......................................................................................................... 17
Installation site..................................................................................................... 17
Side-by-side combinations ............................................................................ 18
Climate range ................................................................................................. 19
Ventilation....................................................................................................... 19
Cabinet door........................................................................................................ 20
–Weight of the door panel............................................................................. 20
Horizontal and vertical gaps........................................................................... 21
Installation dimensions........................................................................................ 23
Installation in a tall cabinet/side view............................................................. 23
Connections and ventilation........................................................................... 24
Limiting the opening angle of the appliance door............................................... 25
Water connection ................................................................................................ 26
Information on the plumbed-water connection.............................................. 26
Water supply .................................................................................................. 27
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 29
Saving energy .................................................................................................... 31
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 32
Status display...................................................................................................... 34
Using the appliance ....................................................................................... 34
Settings mode........................................................................................... 35
Adjusting the interior fittings................................................................................ 37
Ice- & PizzaBox .............................................................................................. 37
Tilting the top drawer ..................................................................................... 37
Accessories supplied .......................................................................................... 38
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 38
Switching on and off ......................................................................................... 39
Before using for the first time.............................................................................. 39
Connecting the appliance .............................................................................. 39
Switching on the appliance ................................................................................. 39
Switching off the appliance................................................................................. 39
To note when switching off for longer periods of time................................... 40
The correct temperature................................................................................... 41
Temperature display ............................................................................................ 41
Setting the temperature....................................................................................... 42
Possible temperature settings........................................................................ 42

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Using SuperFrost............................................................................................... 43
Selecting additional settings............................................................................ 44
Explanation of the different settings.................................................................... 44
Party mode................................................................................................. 44
Switching the safety lock function/ on.................................................. 44
Sabbath mode............................................................................................ 45
Information on Sabbath mode.................................................................... 45
Changing the time before the door alarm is triggered ............................... 46
Miele@home................................................................................................... 46
Changing the volume of the alarms and audible signals/..................... 48
Adjusting the display brightness............................................................... 48
Switching off Demo mode........................................................................... 49
Resetting the settings to their default settings......................................... 49
Information.................................................................................................. 49
Temperature and door alarm............................................................................ 50
Freezing and storing food................................................................................. 52
What happens when you freeze fresh food?....................................................... 52
Maximum freezing capacity ........................................................................... 52
Storing frozen food.............................................................................................. 52
Home freezing ..................................................................................................... 53
Storage time for frozen food................................................................................ 54
Making ice cubes .............................................................................................. 55
Switching the ice maker on and off............................................................... 56
Defrosting........................................................................................................... 57
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 58
Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 58
Preparing the refrigeration appliance for cleaning .............................................. 59
Cleaning the interior of the appliance ................................................................. 59
Cleaning accessories by hand or in the dishwasher........................................... 60
Removing, dismantling, and cleaning accessories ............................................. 60
Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 65
Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 65
After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 65
Frequently asked questions ............................................................................. 66
Causes of noises ............................................................................................... 78

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Customer Service.............................................................................................. 79
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 79
Appliance warranty and product registration ...................................................... 79
Copyrights and licenses ................................................................................... 80

IMPORTANT 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 mainte-
nance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging
your refrigeration appliance.
Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the
instructions in the chapter on installing the refrigeration appliance
as well as in the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”.
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.
Appropriate use
 This appliance is intended for use in domestic households and
similar residential environments such as
–staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environ-
ments
–farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments
–bed and breakfast type environments
–catering and similar non-retail applications.
This appliance is not intended for use outdoors, in damp environ-
ments or in places exposed to rain.

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 This appliance is intended for domestic use only for storing deep
frozen food, freezing fresh food and for making ice.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.
 This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping
cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations, or other simi-
lar substances or products that are subject to the Medical Device Di-
rective. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such purposes
may cause deterioration of the items stored. The refrigeration appli-
ance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of ex-
plosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
 This refrigeration appliance may only be used by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised while using
it.
The refrigeration appliance may only be used by these people with-
out supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way
and recognize and understand the consequences of incorrect opera-
tion.
Safety with children
 Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the appliance.
 Children may only use the appliance even without supervision if
they have been shown how to use it in a safe manner, and if they are
able to recognize and understand the potential risks of improper use.
 Children must not clean or service the appliance unless they are
under supervision.
 To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or
near the appliance.

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 Ensure that any packing material is disposed of safely and kept
out of the reach of children. DANGER of suffocation!
Technical safety
 The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration
appliance complies with statutory and regulatory requirements.
 The symbol is located on the compressor and indicates the dan-
ger of inflammable materials. Do not remove the label.
WARNING! The refrigerant inside the appliance (details on the data
plate) is environmentally friendly but flammable.
The use of this refrigerant does, however, sometimes lead 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 refrigerant flowing
around the cooling circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but
it does not affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance.
WARNING! When transporting and installing the refrigeration appli-
ance, ensure that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged.
Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes and leaking refrigerant
can ignite.
In the event of damage:
- Avoid open flames or anything which creates a spark.
- Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the power supply.
- Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for
several minutes.
- Contact Miele Customer Service.

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 The more refrigerant 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 a combustible gas/
air mixture building up. For every 8g of refrigerant, at least 3'3"
(1m)3 of room space is required. The amount of refrigerant in the re-
frigeration appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
 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 the appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly grounded. 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.
 Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous power sup-
ply system or a power supply system that is not synchronized with
the grid power supply (e.g., island networks, back-up systems) is
possible. A prerequisite for operation is that the power supply sys-
tem complies with national and local codes.
The function and operation of the protective measures provided in
the domestic electrical installation and in this Miele product must
also be maintained in isolated operation or in operation that is not
synchronized with the grid power supply, or these measures must be
replaced by equivalent measures in the installation.
 If the power cord supplied is damaged, it must only be replaced
by an original part to prevent a hazard for the user. Miele can only
guarantee the safety of the appliance when original Miele parts are
used.
 Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply with a power
bar or extension cord. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance.

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 If moisture gets into electrical components or into the power cord,
it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not operate the machine
in areas where there may be moisture or splashing water (e.g.,
garages, laundry rooms).
 This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile in-
stallations (e.g. on a ship).
 Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
 For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has
been built in.
 The machine must be disconnected from the power supply during
installation, maintenance, and repair work, and installation work on
the fresh water connection. The machine is only completely isolated
from the power supply when:
- the fuses have been switched off, or
- the circuit breaker has been removed completely, or
- the power cord has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not on
the power cord when disconnecting it from the power supply.
 Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs, or a faulty
fresh water connection can cause considerable danger for the user.
Installation, maintenance, and repairs, installation work on the fresh
water connection, and all repairs on the ice/water outlet must only
ever be carried out by a Miele authorized technician.
 The ice cube maker must only be connected to a cold water line.
 Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty con-
nection to the fresh water supply.
 Any manufacturer's warranty may be void if the appliance is not
repaired by a Miele approved service technician.

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 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele re-
placement parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of
the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
 This refrigeration appliance is supplied with a special bulb to cope
with particular conditions (e.g., temperature, moisture, chemical re-
sistance, abrasion resistance, and vibration). This bulb must only be
used for the purpose for which it is intended. The bulb is not suitable
for room lighting. Replacement bulbs may only be installed by an au-
thorized technician or by Miele Customer Service. This refrigeration
appliance contains several light sources with at least energy effi-
ciency classG.
Proper installation
 When installing the refrigeration appliance, it is a mandatory re-
quirement to follow the installation instructions supplied with it.
 Always wear protective gloves when transporting and installing
the refrigeration appliance.
 Two people are required to install the appliance.
 Change the door hinging (if necessary) as described in these in-
stallation instructions.
 Only install the refrigeration appliance in a solid, rectangular, and
level housing unit, positioned on an even and level floor.

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Correct use
 This refrigeration appliance is designed for use within specific am-
bient temperatures (climate range). Do not use in ambient tempera-
tures for which it is not designed. The climate range is stated on the
data plate in the interior cabinet of the refrigeration appliance. A
lower ambient temperature will cause the compressor to switch off
for longer periods, meaning that the refrigeration appliance is unable
to maintain the required temperature.
 WARNING! DANGER of overheating! Do not cover or block the air
vents. This can impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the
power consumption and cause damage to the appliance.
 If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance,
make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic compo-
nents as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
 Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store any explosive materials or
products containing flammable propellants (e.g., spray cans) in the
appliance. Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of
gases to ignite.
 WARNING! Risk of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equip-
ment (e.g., an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appli-
ance. Risk of sparking and explosion.
 Risk of injury and damage. Do not store cans or bottles containing
carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer sec-
tion. Otherwise they could burst.
 Risk of injury and damage. When chilling drinks in the freezer sec-
tion, make sure that bottles are not left in for more than one hour.
Otherwise they could burst.
 Risk 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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 Risk of injury. Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and
never place ice cubes or ice pops in your mouth straight from the
freezer section. 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 de-
frosted food as soon as possible, as it will lose its nutritional value
and spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be refrozen af-
ter it has been cooked.
 When eating stored food, there is a danger 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. Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage in-
structions.
Accessories and parts
 Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from
other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid.
 Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for a mini-
mum of 10years and up to 15years following the discontinuation of
your refrigeration appliance.

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Cleaning and maintenance
 Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals.
They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.
 WARNING! DANGER of injury and damage! Do not use any me-
chanical tools or other types of aid which are not recommended by
the manufacturer to accelerate the defrosting process.
 Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
The steam can reach the 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 or ice,
- separate frozen foods or remove ice trays.
 Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost
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.
Transport
 To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
 Risk of injury and damage. The refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and must be transported by two people.

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Disposal of your old appliance
 DANGER! Risk of child entrapment! Children could become
trapped in the refrigeration appliance and could suffocate.
- Remove the appliance door(s).
- Remove the drawers.
- Leave the adjustable shelves in the refrigeration appliance so chil-
dren cannot climb inside.
- 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.
 Risk of electric shock!
- Cut the electrical plug off the power cord.
- Cut the power cord off the old appliance.
 Dispose of them separately from the appliance.
 Ensure that the appliance is not stored in the vicinity of gasoline or
inflammable gases and liquids during and after disposal.
 WARNING! Risk of fire due to escaping oil or refrigerant!
The refrigerant and oil inside the appliance are flammable. In high
enough concentrations, escaping refrigerant or oil may ignite if they
come into contact with an external heat source.
During disposal, make sure that the cooling circuit is not damaged in
order to prevent refrigerant and oil escaping in an uncontrolled man-
ner (see the data plate for details of the refrigerant).
 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 cause damage to the eyes. Be careful not
to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal, e.g. by
- puncturing the coolant channels in the evaporator,
- kinking any pipework,

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- scratching the surface coating.
Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)
This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal oper-
ation.
 The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it pene-
trates the airways.
Symbol on the rear of the appliance (depending on model)
This label or a similar one is only relevant for recycling. Do not remove the lable.
 This information refers to the foamed-in panels in the door and/or
the housing.

Caring for the environment
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Disposal of packaging material
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.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of children. Return
the packaging to your dealer.
Disposing of your old appli-
ance
Electrical and electronic 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 household waste or if
handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with household waste.
Take care not to damage your refrigera-
tor before or during disposal in an au-
thorized, environmentally-friendly man-
ner.
This is to ensure that refrigerant in the
cooling circuit and oil in the compressor
is contained, and will not leak into the
environment.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal lo-
cations to dispose of and recycle elec-
trical and electronic appliances in your
local community, with your dealer, or
with Miele, free of charge. By law, you
are solely responsible for deleting any
personal data from the appliance prior
to disposal. You are legally obliged to
remove any old batteries which are not
securely enclosed by the appliance and
to remove any lamps without destroying
them, where this is possible. These
must be taken to a suitable collection
point where they can be handed in free
of charge. Please ensure that your old
appliance poses no risk to children
while being stored for disposal.

Installation
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Installation site
WARNING! Risk of damage and
injury due to the refrigeration appli-
ance tipping over.
This refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and can tip forward when the
door is open.
Keep the appliance door(s) closed
until the refrigeration appliance has
been built in. The refrigeration appli-
ance must be secured in its building-
in niche in accordance with the oper-
ating and installation instructions.
Fire hazard and risk of damage
from appliances that give off heat.
Appliances that give off heat can
catch fire and set fire to the refrigera-
tion appliance.
This refrigeration appliance must not
be installed underneath a cooktop.
Fire hazard and risk of damage
from open flames.
Open flames can set fire to the refrig-
eration appliance.
Keep open flames (such as a candle)
away from the refrigeration appli-
ance.
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
Risk of damage due to high hu-
midity.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on exter-
nal refrigeration-appliance panels.
This condensate can cause corrosion
on external appliance panels.
Install the refrigeration appliance in a
dry and/or air-conditioned room with
sufficient ventilation.
After installation please make sure
that the appliance door(s) closes
(close) properly and the refrigeration
appliance is installed in accordance
with these installation instructions.
The specified ventilation specifica-
tions must be observed.
When deciding where to install your re-
frigeration appliance, please bear in
mind that it will use more energy if in-
stalled near to a heater, a range, or an-
other appliance that gives off heat.
Avoid direct sunlight.
The higher the ambient temperature,
the longer the compressor runs and the
higher the energy consumption is.

Installation
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When installing the refrigeration appli-
ance, please note the following:
- The electrical outlet must be easily
accessible in an emergency and not
concealed behind the appliance.
- The electrical plug and power cord
must not touch the rear of the refrig-
eration appliance as they could be
damaged by vibrations from the ap-
pliance.
- Do not plug in other appliances be-
hind the refrigeration appliance.
- When installing the refrigeration ap-
pliance, make sure that the power
cord does not get trapped or dam-
aged.
- Do not position or operate power
bars, distributor strips, or other elec-
tronic devices (such as halogen
transformers) at the rear of the appli-
ance.
- The floor at the installation site must
be horizontal and level and must be
as high as the surrounding floor.
Side-by-side combinations
Risk of damage due to conden-
sation on external appliance panels.
In environments with high humidity
and a lack of ventilation, condensa-
tion can build up on external appli-
ance panels, which can cause corro-
sion.
Do not place refrigeration appliances
directly next to or on top of one an-
other.
Your refrigeration appliance can be in-
stalled with another refrigeration appli-
ance next to it as it is equipped with in-
tegrated heaters in the side panels.
Each of the two refrigeration appliances
must be built into a separate housing
unit.

Installation
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Climate range
This refrigeration appliance is designed
for use within specific ambient temper-
atures (climate range). Do not use in
ambient temperatures for which it is not
designed.
A lower ambient temperature leads to
the compressor switching off for longer
periods. This can cause the internal
temperature in the refrigeration appli-
ance to rise with the risk of food deteri-
orating and going off.
The climate range is stated on the data
plate in the interior cabinet of the refrig-
eration appliance.
Climate range Ambient temper-
ature
SN 50 to 90°F/+10 to
+32°C
N 60 to 90°F/+16 to
+32°C
ST 60 to 100°F/
+16to +38°C
T 60 to 109°F/
+16to +43°C
A freezer from the SN climate range
can operate without any difficulties in
rooms with a cooler ambient tempera-
ture (down to +41°F/5°C).
Ventilation
WARNING! Fire hazard and risk
of damage due to insufficient ventila-
tion.
If the refrigeration appliance is not
ventilated sufficiently, the compres-
sor will run more frequently and for
longer periods. This causes in-
creased energy consumption and an
increased compressor operating
temperature, which can result in
damage to the compressor.
Please ensure that there is adequate
ventilation around the refrigeration
appliance.
It is essential to observe the required
ventilation gaps.
The ventilation gaps must never be
obstructed.
They must also be cleaned on a reg-
ular basis to remove dust.
There must be a gap of at least
½inch (13mm) between the back of
the appliance and the rear wall. If this
gap is not maintained, this will result
in increased energy consumption.
Air at the back of the refrigeration appli-
ance gets warm. The appliance housing
unit must therefore be constructed to
allow sufficient space for ventilation
(see “Installation dimensions” and the
installation instructions provided).
- To ensure ventilation an air channel of
a minimum 1 1/2" (40mm) depth
must be provided at the back of the
appliance.
- The ventilation slits in the toe-kick, in
the cabinet and under the top of the
cabinet must provide a total

Installation
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passage volume of at least 31"²
(200cm2) to allow the warm air to
dissipate unimpeded.
- If you wish to fit a grille in the ventila-
tion openings, the ventilation open-
ings must be larger than 31"²
(200cm2). The passage volume of
31"² (200cm2) is the total area of the
opening slits in the grille.
- Important! The larger the ventilation
slits, the more economically the ap-
pliance will work.
Lower ventilation slit
The appliance can be ventilated via the
cabinet plinth with the ventilation grille
supplied or with a minimum ventilation
opening of 31 in2 cross-section area.
When using the grille supplied, please
proceed as follows:
Cut an opening in plinth as shown
in the diagram.
Place ventilation grille in the open-
ing.
Push snap fasteners into the venti-
lation grille from behind until the
hooks touch the plinth.
Reinstall the plinth with the ventilation
grille.
Cabinet door
An cabinet door is required.
The cabinet door must be at least 5/8“
(16mm) / 3/4” (19mm) thick.
–Weight of the door panel
If the door panel is too heavy
damage can occur.
Installing a door panel which is heav-
ier than the maximum permitted
weight could damage the hinges.
This can cause subsequent func-
tional problems.
Before installing the door panel, en-
sure that the weight of the door
panel does not exceed the maximum
permitted weight.
The maximum permissible weight of the
door panel is:
Refrigeration appliance lb (kg)
FNS 7794 E 57 (26)