F 1811 Vi - F 1811 Vi - Réfrigérateur-congélateur MIELE - Notice d'utilisation et mode d'emploi gratuit

Type de produit	Congélateur vertical
Capacité nette	210 litres
Classe énergétique	A++
Dimensions approximatives	185 cm (H) x 60 cm (L) x 63 cm (P)
Poids	75 kg
Type de froid	Froid statique
Fonctions principales	Fonction SuperFrost, régulation électronique de la température
Niveau sonore	42 dB
Entretien et nettoyage	Dégivrage manuel, nettoyage intérieur avec un chiffon humide
Pièces détachées et réparabilité	Disponibilité de pièces détachées Miele, réparabilité facilitée
Sécurité	Verrouillage de sécurité, alarme de température
Compatibilités	Compatible avec les accessoires Miele pour congélateurs
Informations générales	Garantie de 2 ans, service après-vente Miele

FOIRE AUX QUESTIONS - F 1811 Vi - F 1811 Vi MIELE

Que faire si mon MIELE F 1811 Vi ne s'allume pas ?

Vérifiez que l'appareil est correctement branché à une prise électrique fonctionnelle. Assurez-vous que le fusible n'est pas grillé. Si le problème persiste, contactez le service clientèle Miele.

Comment régler la température de mon MIELE F 1811 Vi ?

Utilisez le panneau de commande pour ajuster la température. Appuyez sur le bouton de réglage de la température et sélectionnez la valeur souhaitée. La température recommandée pour un congélateur est de -18 °C.

Mon congélateur MIELE F 1811 Vi fait un bruit étrange. Que dois-je faire ?

Des bruits peuvent être normaux, mais si le bruit est fort ou inhabituel, vérifiez si l'appareil est de niveau et qu'il ne touche pas d'autres objets. Si le bruit persiste, contactez le service après-vente.

Comment dégivrer mon MIELE F 1811 Vi ?

Pour dégivrer l'appareil, débranchez-le et retirez tous les aliments. Laissez la glace fondre naturellement ou utilisez un grattoir pour la retirer. Ne jamais utiliser d'objets pointus qui pourraient endommager l'appareil.

Pourquoi mon MIELE F 1811 Vi ne gèle-t-il pas correctement ?

Vérifiez si la porte est bien fermée et s'il n'y a pas d'obstruction. Assurez-vous que l'appareil n'est pas surchargé et que le filtre à air n'est pas obstrué. Si le problème continue, contactez le service clientèle.

Comment nettoyer l'intérieur de mon MIELE F 1811 Vi ?

Débranchez l'appareil et retirez tous les aliments. Utilisez un mélange d'eau tiède et de savon doux pour nettoyer l'intérieur. Évitez les produits abrasifs. Rincez avec de l'eau claire et séchez soigneusement.

Quelle est la capacité de mon MIELE F 1811 Vi ?

La capacité de stockage nette de votre MIELE F 1811 Vi est d'environ 250 litres, ce qui permet de conserver une grande quantité d'aliments congelés.

Comment puis-je réduire la consommation d'énergie de mon MIELE F 1811 Vi ?

Pour réduire la consommation d'énergie, assurez-vous que l'appareil est bien ventilé, ne surchargez pas le congélateur et vérifiez que les joints de porte sont en bon état. Évitez également d'ouvrir la porte trop souvent.

MODE D'EMPLOI F 1811 Vi - F 1811 Vi MIELE

Operating and installation instructions

Frost free freezer with ice cube maker

F 1811 Vi

F 1911 Vi

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. 07 538 080

Description of the appliance 5

Caring for the environment 7

Warning and Safety instructions 8

How to save energy 13

Switching on and off 14

Switching on 14

Operation 14

Switching off 15

Settings mode 15

Switching off for longer periods of time 17

The correct temperature 18

in the freezer 18

Setting the temperature in the freezer 18

Temperature range 19

Temperature (Fahrenheit/Celsius) 19

Temperature display 20

Alarm 21

Temperature alarm 21

Switching the temperature alarm off early 21

Door alarm 22

Switching the door alarm off early 22

Super freeze 23

Super freeze 23

Arranging the interior fittings 24

Moving the shelves 24

Top shelf 24

Freezer baskets 24

Freezing and storing food 26

Maximum freezing capacity. 26

Freezing fresh food 26

Storing frozen food 26

Home freezing 27

Hints on home freezing. 27

Packing 27

Before placing food in the freezer 28

Placing food in the freezer 28

Defrosting 28

Cooling drinks 29

Making ice cubes 30

Defrosting 32

Cleaning and care 33

Cleaning the interior and accessories 33

Ice cube container 34

Ventilation gaps 35

Door seals 35

Problem solving guide 36

Water filter 41

To activate the reminder to change the filter 41

To change the water filter 43

To confirm the filter has been changed. 44

When to deactivate the reminder to change the water filter 45

Noises 46

After Sales / Guarantee 47

Mains water connection 48

Notes on connecting to the mains water supply 48

Preparing for plumbing the appliance into the mains water supply 48

Fitting the stainless steel hose to the appliance 49

Electrical connection 50

Installation advice 51

Location 51

Floor 52

Door hinging 52

Adjoining furniture/units 52

Ventilation 52

Side-by-side installation. 53

Appliance door dimensions (opening angle 115^ 54

Building-in dimensions 55

Installation 57

Tools and accessories required 57

Weight of the door front 58

Building into a peninsular run 58

Building-in at the end of a run of units. 58

Aligning the housing unit 59

Checking the building-in niche 59

Before installation 59

Preparing the niche 60

Anti-tipping mechanism 61
An alternative anti-tipping mechanism 62

Placing the appliance in the niche 63
Aligning the appliance. 64
Securing the appliance in the niche 65
Preparing the furniture front. 67
Securing and aligning the furniture door 69
Securing the covers. 71
Fitting the plinth facing 72
Fitting the air separator 73

(1) Access sensor
② Sensor for selecting the temperature in the freezer (V for colder; A for warmer)
(3) On/Off sensor for the Super freeze function

(4) On/Off sensor for the ice-cube maker
⑤ Sensor for switching off the temperature or door alarm (only visible when the alarm is sounding)
⑥ Reminder to change the water filter

(1) Door baskets
(2) Adjustable shelves
③ Ice cube maker
(4) Ice cube container
(5) Control panel
(6) Rocker switch for switching the whole appliance on and off
(7) Freezer baskets
(8) Water filter

Disposal of the packing material

The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal, and can normally be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation!

Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure that they are recycled.

Disposal of your old appliance

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 functioning of your appliance. Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre or contact your dealer for advice. Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.

It should be unplugged or disconnected from the mains electricity supply by a competent person.

Take care not to damage the pipework at the back of it before or during transportation to an authorised collection depot.

In this way, refrigerant in the pipework and oil in the compressor will be contained, and will not leak out into the environment.

This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safety requirements. Improper use can, however, present a risk of both personal injury and material damage.

To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on the installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.

Warning!

This appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards when the door is open. Keep the appliance door shut until the appliance has been built in and secured in its housing in accordance with these operating and installation instructions.

Correct application

This appliance is intended for domestic use only, 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. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use it correctly by a person responsible for their safety.

Safety with children

This appliance is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury, do not allow children to play with it or near it, or to play with the controls. Neither should they be allowed to climb inside it or to swing on the door.

Please supervise young children whilst you are using it.

Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.

The door hinges can cause injury. Keep children well away at all times.

Please bear in mind that by removing the dividing panel in the large freezer basket, children may be tempted to climb inside. THIS COULD PUT THEIR LIVES IN DANGER.

Technical safety

Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. A damaged appliance could be dangerous.

If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer to protect the user from danger.

This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is flammable, it does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the greenhouse effect. The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the compressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the system. This is unavoidable, and does not have any adverse effect on the performance of the appliance. Care must be taken during the transportation and setting up of the appliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking refrigerant can damage the eyes. In the event of any damage:

• avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark,

• switch off at the wall socket and withdraw the plug,

• ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and
• contact the Service Department for advice.
  The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up. For every 8g of coolant at least 1m^3 of room space is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
• Safe operation of the appliance is only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions.
  Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and connected load) match the mains electricity supply. This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
  Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with current local and national safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and tested regularly, and where there is any doubt, the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage or injury caused by the lack of or inadequacy of an effective earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
Installation, maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer. Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty connection to the mains water supply.
Connection to the mains water supply and any repairs to the ice cube maker must only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person.
The ice cube maker is not suitable for connection to a hot water supply.

Before making plumbing connections, ensure the appliance is disconnected from the mains electricity supply.
- Never tamper with the movable components on the ice cube maker, including the ice cube expulsion mechanism or the element on the ice cube maker.
The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during installation, maintenance and repair work. The appliance is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:

• it has been switched off at the wall socket and the plug has been withdrawn, or
• the fuse from the fused spur connection unit has been withdrawn or the mains fuse has been disconnected, or

• the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is applicable).

• Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
  This appliance may only be used in mobile installations such as ships, if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.

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.

Correct use

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. Danger of frost burn.

Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice-cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion.

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.

The very low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost burn to the lips and tongue.

Do not refreeze thawed or partially thawed food.

Defrosted food should be used up as quickly as possible as food soon loses it nutritional value and goes off.

Defrosted food may only be re-frozen after it has been cooked.

Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Thermostats switching on may produce sparks which could present a

fire hazard. Flammable compounds could explode.

Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could explode. 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, causing injury or damage.
Observe the "use-by" dates 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. Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and "use-by" dates.
Do not use sharp edged objects to
- remove frost and ice,
- separate frozen foods and remove ice trays.
They will damage the evaporator, causing irreversible damage to the appliance.
Do not 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 might contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could cause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

To avoid the risk of any potential illness, do not deactivate the reminder to change the water filter.
Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal, as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous with time.
If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks.
Do not cover or block the air vents in the plinth as this would impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and could cause damage to the appliance.
The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.

Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature, e.g. a garage, can lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature.

Do not use a steam-cleaning appliance to defrost or clean this appliance. Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

Disposal of your old appliance

Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latches or locks unusable.

This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives.

Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by

• puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator.
• bending any pipework.
• scratching the surface coating.

Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes.

The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

	Normal energy consumption	Increased energy consumption
Installation site	In a ventilated room.	In an enclosed, unventilated room.
	Protected from direct sunlight.	In direct sunlight.
	Not situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven).	Situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
	Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20°C.	Where there is a high ambient room temperature.
Temperature setting with a thermostat which is approximate (set in stages).	With a medium setting of 2 to 3.	With a high setting: the lower the temperature in the compartment, the higher the energy consumption.
Temperature setting with a thermostat which is exact to the degree (digital display).	Cellar section 8 to 12°C	On appliances with winter setting, please make sure that the winter setting is switched off when the ambient temperature is warmer than 16 °C.
	Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C
	MasterFresh zone just above 0 °C
	Freezer section -18°C
	Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C
Use	Only open the doors when necessary and for as short a time as possible.	Frequent opening of the doors for long periods will cause a loss of coldness.
	Store food in an organised way.	If food is not stored in an organised way, searching for an item will mean the door is open for longer.
	Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the appliance.	Placing hot food in the appliance will cause the compressor to run for a long time, as the appliance will have to work harder to lower the temperature.
	Store food covered or packaged.	The evaporation or condensation of liquids will cause a loss of coldness in the refrigerator.
	Place frozen food in the refrigerator to defrost.
	Do not over-fill the appliance to allow air to circulate.
Defrosting	Defrost the freezer compartment when a layer of ice 0.5 cm thick has built up.	A layer of ice hinders the cold from reaching the frozen food, and causes an increase in energy consumption.

Before using for the first time

Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid, and then dry with a soft cloth.

Important:
To ensure the correct functioning of the appliance, let it stand for between 1 12 and 2 hours after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains.

Switching on

• Open the appliance door.

Press the rocker switch on the right-hand side underneath the control panel.

The appliance will start to cool, and the interior lighting will come on when the door is opened.

The access sensor in the control panel will also light up.

To enable the temperature to get sufficiently cold inside the appliance, allow the appliance to run for a few hours before placing food in it.

Do not place food in the freezer until the temperature is at least -18^ C .

Please note: The appliance is not switched off at the mains when the rocker switch is in the "off" position.

Operation

A light touch of the finger on the sensors is all that is required to operate this appliance.

Please note:

• A sensor that is available for selection is always highlighted in white.
• A sensor that has been selected is always highlighted in yellow.

• Touch the access sensor so that it is highlighted in yellow.

Other sensors that are available for selection will then appear on the right in the control panel.

You can now

• adjust the temperature, or
• select the Super freeze function or
• switch on the ice cube maker.

Please refer to the relevant section for more information.

To leave settings mode,

• touch the access sensor so that it is highlighted in white.

Your last selected settings will now be saved to memory.

If you do not touch the access sensor, the electronics for accessing the settings will switch off after a period.

Switching off

Press the rocker switch.

The cooling system and the lighting are now switched off.

Settings mode

In settings mode, you can select certain appliance functions via the control panel and adjust the settings. The settings for the different functions are described in more detail in the relevant section of these instructions.

Overview of functions that can be selected in settings mode:

Function	Symbol displayed
To select the temperature unit	\(\text{丨}\)
No function selected	\(\text{丨}\)
To switch the sensor tone on/off	\(\text{丨}\)
To confirm water filter change	\(\text{丨}\)
To enter or leave settings mode	\(\text{丨}\)

Switching the sensor tone on/off

The tone which sounds each time a sensor is touched can be deactivated.

• Touch the access sensor so that it is highlighted in yellow.
  Take note of the position of the V sensor (but do not touch it!).
• Touch the access sensor until it is highlighted in white and all of the other sensors are no longer lit up.
• Place your finger in the position of the sensor, and leave it there.
  At the same time, briefly touch the access sensor (without moving your finger from the V sensor).

• Leave your finger on the sensor for another 4 seconds until c and the sensor also appear in the display.

• By touching the V sensor, you can now select whether the sensor tone is switched on or off:

b D: Sensor tone switched off
b 1: Sensor tone switched on
b-: Return to menu

After selecting a new setting, touch the access sensor to confirm your choice.
- Touch the sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display.

• Touch the access sensor.

You have now left settings mode.

The door alarm is automatically disabled when the appliance is in settings mode. As soon as the door is closed, the door alarm is activated again.

Now touch the sensor repeatedly until b appears in the display.
- Touch the access sensor again.

Switching off for longer periods of time

If the appliance is not 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,
- turn off the stopcock to the water supply (a few hours before you switch off the appliance),
- empty the ice cube container,
clean the appliance out,
- replace the water filter 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.

It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance. Micro-organisms will cause food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly. Temperature influences the growth rate of these micro-organisms. Reducing the temperature reduces their growth rate.

The temperature in the appliance will rise:

• the more often the door is opened and the longer it is kept open,
• the more food that is stored in it,
• 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.

... in the freezer

To freeze fresh food and to store frozen food for a long time, a temperature of -18^ C is required. At this temperature the growth of micro-organisms is generally halted. As soon as the temperature rises above -10^ C , the micro-organisms become active in the food again so that it cannot be kept as long. For this reason, partially defrosted or defrosted food must not be re-frozen. Food may be re-frozen once it has been cooked, as the high temperatures achieved when cooking destroy most micro-organisms.

Setting the temperature in the freezer

• Touch the access sensor so that it is highlighted in yellow.

• The temperature inside the appliance can be selected by touching the arrow sensors on either side of the temperature display.

By touching the

V sensor: the temperature will get colder

sensor: the temperature will get warmer.

The temperature range being set will flash in the display as you do this.

• Touching the sensor once: adjusts the temperature shown in 1^ C steps.
• Keeping your finger on the sensor: changes the temperature continuously.

If the highest or lowest temperature that it is possible to set is reached, the or sensor will disappear from the display.

The temperature display on the control panel always shows the required temperature.

When you have adjusted the temperature, wait for approx. 6 hours if the appliance is not very full and for approx. 24 hours if the appliance is full before checking the temperature, as it will take this long for the appliance to reach the temperature. If, after this time, the temperature is still too high or too low, you will need to adjust it again.

Temperature range

The temperature can be adjusted:

• In the freezer from -14 °C to -24 °C.

The ambient temperature in the room and the installation location can affect the time it takes for the appliance to reach the lowest temperature. If the ambient temperature is too high, the appliance may not reach the lowest temperature.

Temperature (Fahrenheit/Celsius)

The temperature can be displayed in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit.

• Touch the access sensor so that it is highlighted in yellow.
  Take note of the position of the V sensor (but do not touch it!).
• Touch the access sensor until it is highlighted in white and all of the other sensors are no longer lit up.
• Place your finger in the position of the sensor, and leave it there.
  At the same time, briefly touch the access sensor (without moving your finger from the sensor).
• Leave your finger on the sensor for another 4 seconds until c and the sensor also appear in the display.

Now touch the sensor repeatedly until t appears in the display.
- Touch the access sensor again.

• By touching the sensor, you can now set the temperature to be displayed in Fahrenheit or Celsius.
• Temperature in Fahrenheit
• Temperature in Celsius
• Return to menu
  After selecting a new setting, touch the access sensor to confirm your choice.
  Now touch the sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display.
  Touch the access sensor again.

You have now left settings mode.

The door alarm is automatically disabled when the appliance is in settings mode. As soon as the door is closed, the door alarm is activated again.

Temperature display

The temperature display on the control panel always shows the required temperature.

The temperature displays 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 being frozen.

However, if the temperature in the freezer remains above -18^ C for a long time, check that the frozen food has not started to defrost. If it has, check that the food is safe to use and if it is, then use it as soon as possible.

Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the appliance cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if the door is left open.

Activating the alarm system

The alarm system is always active. It does not have to be switched on manually.

Temperature alarm

If the temperature in one of the areas of the freezer gets too warm, the alarm off sensor will flash in the control panel and an audible alarm will also sound.

The temperature display will show the highest temperature that was reached during the time the temperature in the freezer rose.

The alarm will sound and the alarm off sensor will flash, for example,

• if the freezer door has been left open for a while, e.g. in order to load, re-arrange or take food out.
• when freezing large amounts of food at once.
• in the event of a power cut.

The alarm will stop and the alarm off sensor in the display will go out again as soon as the temperature has dropped down to the correct level again.

Switching the temperature alarm off early

If the noise disturbs you, you can switch the alarm off early if you wish.

• Touch the alarm off sensor.

The alarm will stop.

The alarm off sensor will continue to be lit up until the temperature has dropped down to the correct level again.

However, if the temperature in the freezer section remains above -18^ for a long time, check that the frozen food has not started to defrost. If it has, check that the food is safe to use and if it is, then use it as soon as possible.

Door alarm

The alarm will sound if the door is left open for more than 5 minutes. The alarm off sensor will also light up.

The alarm will stop and the alarm off sensor in the display will go out again as soon as the door has been shut again.

Switching the door alarm off early

If the noise disturbs you, you can switch the alarm off early if you wish.

Touch the alarm off sensor.

The alarm off sensor in the display will go out and the alarm will stop.

Super freeze

Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the freezer.

This helps food to freeze quickly and retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours and appearance.

Super freeze is not necessary:

• when placing food in the freezer that is already frozen.
• when freezing less than 2 ~kg fresh food in any one day.

Switching on Super freeze

When freezing small quantities of food in the freezer, the Super freeze function should be switched on 4-6 hours beforehand. When freezing the maximum load of food the Super freeze function should be switched on 24 hours beforehand.

• Touch the Super freeze sensor so that it is highlighted in yellow.

The appliance will now operate at full power to lower the temperature in the freezer, and the newly set temperature of -30^ will show in the temperature display.

Switching off Super freeze

Depending on the amount of food placed in the freezer, the Super freeze function will switch off automatically after approx. 52 hours. The sensor is highlighted in white and the appliance continues running at normal power.

To save energy, the Super freeze function can be switched off once the temperature in the freezer is low enough.

• Touch the Super freeze sensor so that it is highlighted in white.

The original temperature will now appear in the temperature display for the freezer, and the appliance will continue to operate at normal power.

Moving the shelves

The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food.

Hold the shelf on both sides and raise it slightly so that it can be lifted over the catches at the back.
Pull the shelf forwards.
- Place the shelf at the required level, ensuring that it has engaged in the catches at the back.
Make sure that the shelf is on straight.

Top shelf

• Lift the shelf up and out.
• When replacing the shelf, make sure that the lugs on the corners at the back are correctly engaged.

Moving the door baskets

Hold the door basket by its frame with both hands, raise it a little and then tip it forwards slightly.
- Slide the basket in this angled position up or down in the side runners as required, and then lower it into its new position.
Make sure that the basket sits straight.

To remove the door basket completely,

• Slide it up the side runners to the very top, then lift it out.
  To replace the door basket,
• Engage it in the runners at the top, and lower it to the position required.

Freezer baskets

The freezer baskets can also be removed for cleaning.

Pull the freezer basket out as far as it will go.

To prevent children from hurting themselves, there is a pin on the door opening side which needs to be turned to a horizontal position in order to remove the basket.

• Use a screwdriver or similar to turn the pin so that the slot in the head is horizontal ①.
• Raise the snap fittings on both sides
• (2) and lift the basket out.

The dividing panels can also be removed for cleaning.

The dividing panel is held in place by fittings in the freezer basket. To loosen the fittings,

• Use a screwdriver or similar to turn the slots in the pegs to a horizontal position ①.
  Remove the pegs from the fittings ②.
  Pull the dividing panel upwards to remove it.

To replace the dividing panel

• Place the fittings in an upright position, and locate the dividing panel in the fittings so that you hear it click into place.
• Replace the pegs in the fittings, and use a screwdriver or similar to turn the slots in the pegs into a vertical position.

To replace the freezer basket

Pull the telescopic rails out as far as they will go.
- Place the freezer basket on the rails so that it engages at the back and front.
- Turn the slot on the (child safety) pin to its vertical position.
Push the freezer basket back in.

Maximum freezing capacity

To ensure that fresh food placed in the freezer freezes through to the core as quickly as possible, the maximum freezing capacity must not be exceeded. The maximum freezing capacity for freezing within a 24-hour period is given on the data plate: "Freezing capacity ....kg/24 hrs".

The maximum freezing capacity given on the data plate has been calculated according to Standard DIN EN ISO 15502.

Freezing fresh food

Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible. This way the nutritional value of the food, its vitamin content, appearance and taste are not impaired.

Food which takes a long time to freeze will lose more water from its cells, which then shrink.

During the defrosting process, only some of this water is reabsorbed by the cells; the rest collects around the food.

If food is frozen quickly, the cells have less time to lose moisture, so they shrink less. As there is not so much moisture loss, it is easier for the food to reabsorb it during the defrosting process, and very little water collects around the defrosted food.

Storing frozen food

When buying frozen food to store in your freezer, check

• that the packaging is not damaged,
• the use-by date,
• the temperature at which the frozen food is being stored in the shop. The length of time it can be kept is reduced if it has been stored at a temperature warmer than -18^ C .

Buy frozen food once you have finished the rest of your shopping, and wrap it in newspaper or use a cool bag or cool box to transport it.
Store it in the freezer as soon as possible.

Never re-freeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defrosted 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.

Home freezing

Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition.

Hints 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 and vitamin C, vegetables should be blanched after they have been trimmed and washed.
  To blanch: bring a large saucepan of water to the boil, immerse the vegetables in the fast boiling water for 2-3 minutes, depending on variety. Remove, and plunge into ice-cold water to cool quickly. Drain and pack ready for freezing.
• Lean meat freezes better than fatty meat, and can be stored for considerably longer.
• To prevent chops, steaks, cutlets or rolled meat from freezing together in solid blocks when packed, separate with a sheet of plastic freezer film.
• Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before freezing. Only season cooked food

lightly before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some spices alters when frozen.
- Do not place hot food or drinks in the freezer. This causes already frozen food to thaw, and increases the energy consumption considerably. Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the freezer.

Packing

Freeze food in portions.

Unsuitable packing material

• wrapping paper
• grease-proof paper
• cellophane
• bin bags
• plastic carrier bags

Suitable packing material

• plastic freezer film
• freezer bags
• aluminium foil

• freezer containers

• Expel as much air as possible from bags etc. before sealing them, to prevent freezer-burn on food.
  Close the packaging tightly with

• rubber bands

• plastic clips
• string or bag ties
• freezer tape.

Freezer bags may also be sealed using home heat sealing kits.

Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging.

Before placing food in the freezer

• When freezing more than 2kg of fresh food, switch on the Super freeze function for some time before placing the food in the freezer (see "Super freeze").

This also helps to prevent food that is already in the freezer from starting to defrost.

Placing food in the freezer

Food to be frozen can be placed anywhere in the freezer.

Please follow the guidelines in the table below regarding recommended weights for the baskets:

	Upper basket	Lower basket
F 1811 Vi	33 kg	33 kg
F 1911 Vi	43 kg	43 kg

• Place the food flat in the bottom of the basket so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as possible.
  Make sure that the packaging and containers are dry to prevent them sticking together when frozen.

When freezing, make sure that food already frozen does not come into contact with fresh food being frozen as this could cause the frozen food to begin to defrost.

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 the refrigerator (the cold given off by the frozen food helps to keep the other food cold),
• 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 it was in, 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. Just put straight into boiling water or hot fat. The cooking time is slightly less than that of fresh vegetables due to changes in the cell structure.

Never re-freeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defrosted 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.

Cooling drinks

If bottles are placed in the freezer for rapid cooling, make sure they are not left in for more than one hour, as they could burst.

For the automatic ice cube maker to operate, it needs to be plumbed in (see "Mains water connection"). Before using the ice cube maker for the first time, the reminder to change the water filter needs to be activated (see "Water filter: To activate the reminder to change the filter").

Switching on the ice cube maker

Make sure that the ice cube container is correctly located underneath the ice cube maker.

The container must be completely shut for ice cubes to be produced.

• Touch the On/Off sensor for the ice cube maker so that it is highlighted in yellow.

Once the freezer has cooled down to its set temperature, the ice cube maker will fill with water.

When the water has frozen, the ice cubes will fall out of the ice cube maker into the ice cube container.

The ice cube maker can make up to 120 ice cubes in 24 hours.

After the appliance has been switched on for the 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.

Ice cube production is halted automatically when the ice cube container is full.

Do not place bottles or other items in the ice cube maker to chill them quickly. The ice cube maker could become blocked and, as a result, be damaged.

Do not use the first three containers full of ice cubes, as the water will have been used to rinse through the water pipework. This also applies when making ice for the first time after not using the appliance for a while.

The amount of ice cubes which the appliance makes depends on the temperature in the freezer. The lower the temperature, the more ice cubes are produced.

Switching off the ice cube maker

The appliance must be disconnected from the mains water supply a few hours before the ice cube maker is switched off.

The ice cube maker can be switched off independently of the freezer if you do not want the appliance to make any ice cubes.

• Touch the On/Off sensor for the ice cube maker so that it is highlighted in white.

This freezer is equipped with a Frost free system. The freezer defrosts automatically.

The moisture generated by defrosting collects in the condenser and is automatically dissipated by the condenser 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.

Do not use cleaning agents containing abrasive substances such as sand, soda, acids, chlorides or chemical solvents.

Some scouring agents claim to be non-abrasive. These are also unsuitable as they can cause matt areas to appear.

Make sure that water cannot get into the electronic unit or into the lighting.

Do not use steam cleaning apparatus to clean the appliance. Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed. It contains information which is required in the event of a service call.

Before cleaning

• Switch the appliance off completely by pressing the On/Off rocker switch to the right-hand side underneath the control panel.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains. Switch off at the wall and withdraw the plug from the socket, or disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw-out fuse in countries where this is applicable.
  Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place.
  Take out any removable parts, e.g. shelves, for cleaning.

Cleaning the interior and accessories

Use lukewarm water with a little washing-up liquid. Wash all accessories and baskets by hand only. Do not wash in a dishwasher.

Clean the appliance at least once a month.
- After cleaning, wipe 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.

Aluminium frames

The frames to the shelves inside the appliance and the door baskets are made from aluminium.

Aluminium is affected by the way that light falls on it, by the surrounding environment and by the angle you observe it from. It is also susceptible to scratching.

The aluminium frames may suffer discolouration or damage if soiling is left on for too long. Remove any soiling immediately.

In addition to the cleaning agents mentioned previously, you should also avoid

• stainless steel cleaning agents,
• cleaning agents containing.
  descaling agents,
• abrasive sponges, e.g. pot scourers, or sponges which have been previously used with abrasive cleaning agents,
  -dishwasher cleaner.

Ice cube container

The ice cube container sits on telescopic runners, and can be fully extended for loading and unloading.

For cleaning, the ice cube container can be removed completely.

Pull the ice cube container out as far as it will go.

• Raise the snap fittings on both sides and lift the ice cube container out.

To avoid injury or damage to the telescopic runners, make sure that they are pushed back into the appliance.

To replace the ice cube container

Pull the telescopic rails out as far as they will go.
- Place the ice cube container on the rails so that it engages at the back and front.

Push the ice cube container back in.

Ventilation gaps

• The ventilation gaps should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner. A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance.

Door seals

Do not use any grease or oil on the door seals as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous over time.

The door seals should be cleaned regularly with clean water, and then wiped dry with a soft cloth.

After cleaning

• Replace all shelves and accessories into the appliance.
• Shut the appliance door, reconnect the appliance to the mains electricity supply and switch it on.
• Switch on the Super freeze function so that the freezer can cool down quickly.
  Once the freezer has reached the required temperature, place the food back in the freezer baskets and put them back in the freezer.
• Switch off Super freeze by touching the Super freeze sensor when the temperature in the freezer is a constant -18 °C or colder.

Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

What to do if . . .

... the appliance does not get cold.

• Check whether the appliance has been switched on. If it is switched on, the access sensor will light up in the display.
• Check that the plug is correctly inserted into the socket and switched on.
• Check that the fuse is not defective and that the mains fuse has not tripped. If it has, contact the Miele Service Department.
  Check the temperature settings.

... the temperature in the freezer is too low.

■ Increase the temperature.
- Switch off the Super freeze function if this is switched on.
- Check that the appliance door has been closed properly.
- Has a large amount of fresh food been put in at the same time for freezing? - This makes the compressor run for

longer, causing the temperature to fall automatically.

... the door will not open because it has been opened and closed too many times in succession.

This is not a fault. The suction caused by opening and closing the door is preventing it from opening. Wait a few minutes and then try again. It should now open without force.

... the compressor is switching in too frequently and for too long.

• Check whether the ventilation gaps in the plinth and in the housing unit at the top have been covered over or become too dusty.
  The door has been opened too frequently, or a large amount of food has been put in at once.
• Check that the appliance door has been closed properly.

... the compressor runs continuously.

To save energy, the compressor runs at a lower speed, but for longer, when less cooling is required.

... the frozen food is thawing because the freezer section is too warm.

■ Is the room temperature lower than the ambient temperature for which the appliance is designed?

If so, raise the temperature of the room.

Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long, causing the freezer section to become too warm.

...food has frozen together.

• Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon handle or plastic scraper, to pry it apart carefully.

... the alarm sounds.

Has the appliance door been open for longer than 5 minutes?

• Close the door.

... the alarm sounds and the alarm off sensor lights up or is flashing.

The appliance door is open, or
the temperature in the appliance has risen significantly because
- too much warm air from the room has entered the appliance,
- large quantities of food have recently been placed in the freezer,
- there has been a power cut.

The alarm will stop and the alarm off sensor in the display will go out as soon as the temperature has dropped down to the correct level.

The temperature display will show the highest temperature that was reached during the time the temperature in the freezer rose.

Check the condition of the food in the freezer. If it has defrosted or started to defrost, check that it is still safe to use and if so use it as soon as possible.

Defrosted food may only be re-frozen after it has been cooked.

... the reminder to change the water filter indicator lights up red.

The water filter will soon need to be changed.

• You can order a replacement filter from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department.

... the reminder to change the water filter indicator flashes red.

The water filter needs to be changed now.

... you cannot switch the ice cube maker on.

• Check whether the appliance is connected to the electricity supply.

... the ice cube maker is not producing any ice cubes.

• Check whether the appliance has been switched on.
• Check whether the ice cube maker is switched on.
• Check whether the appliance is correctly connected to the mains water supply.
  Was the water inlet pipe purged of air by a qualified and competent person before the appliance was used for the first time?

• Check whether the water inlet is open.

• Check that the ice cube container is positioned correctly.

• Check that the temperature in the freezer is low enough.
• Check whether there is sufficient water pressure. The water pressure (flow rate) must be between 1.72 and 8.25 bar.
• Check that the non-return valve was installed correctly; an incorrectly installed valve may cause a drop in water pressure.

Remember it can take up to 10 hours to produce the first ice cubes.

... the ice cube maker is only producing small ice cubes.

• Are other appliances that are connected to the mains water supply being used at the same time?
• Avoid using the dishwasher, washing machine etc at the same time.
• Check whether the water filter needs to be changed.
• Check whether there is sufficient water pressure. The water pressure (flow rate) must be between 1.72 and 8.25 bar.
• Check that the non-return valve was installed correctly; an incorrectly installed valve may cause a drop in water pressure.

Remember it can take up to 10 hours to produce the first ice cubes.

... the ice cubes taste or smell odd.

• How often do you use the ice cube maker?
• If you do not use it very often, ice cubes that are stored for a long period can absorb the taste and smell of other items.
• Are you storing unwrapped food in the freezer section? Ice can absorb the taste and smell of unwrapped food.
• Check that the ice cube container is clean and wash it if necessary.

... the ice cube maker is producing too few or misshapen ice cubes.

• Check whether there is sufficient water pressure. The water pressure (flow rate) must be between 1.72 and 8.25 bar.
• Check whether the temperature in the freezer is too low.
• When the reminder to change the water filter flashes red, this indicates that the filter needs to be changed now.

... water is pouring out of the appliance.

• Close the stopcock immediately.
• Check whether the water pipework inside the appliance is damaged. If it is, call the Miele Service Department.
• Check whether there is sufficient water pressure.
• Check whether the non-return valve was fitted correctly.

... "_F" and "121" appear alternately in the temperature display.

The ice cube maker is not connected to the mains water supply.

• Check whether the appliance is correctly connected to the mains water supply.
• Check whether the water inlet is open.

... another fault message with "F" appears in the temperature display.

There is a fault. Call the Service Department.

... the interior lighting is not working.

Has the appliance door been left open for too long? To avoid overheating, the lighting switches itself off automatically after approx. 5 minutes if the door is left open. It will come on again after it has cooled down sufficiently.

If it does not come on when the door is opened briefly, then the lighting is defective.

• Switch the appliance off by pressing the On/Off rocker switch to the right hand side underneath the control panel.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains. Switch off at the wall and withdraw the plug from the socket, or disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw-out fuse in countries where this is applicable.

Top lighting

Hold the lamp cover at the front with both hands and push it back.
- Then lift the lamp cover forwards to remove.

Do not touch halogen lamps with your bare fingers. Use a soft cloth when changing a halogen lamp.

Pull the defective halogen lamp out.
Fit the new lamp into the holder. The following type of halogen lamp is required: 20 W/12 V/GY 6.35 cap.
- Engage the lamp cover at the back, then pull it forward and click it into place at the front.

Side lighting

Turn the lamp cover anti-clockwise to remove it.

Do not touch halogen lamps with your bare fingers. Use a soft cloth when changing a halogen lamp.

Pull the defective halogen lamp out.
Fit the new lamp into the holder. The following type of halogen lamp is required: 5 W/12 V/G 4 cap.
- Replace the lamp cover, turning it clockwise as far as it will go.
- Reconnect the appliance to the electricity supply and switch it on.

If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions, please contact the Miele Service Department.

To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.

The appliance is supplied with a standard water filter that filters mains water for making ice cubes.

You can replace this with an active charcoal filter which improves the taste and smell of the ice cubes by removing chlorine and other substances from the mains water.

To ensure the quality of the ice cubes remains high, it is essential to change the water filter regularly.

Please note:

• All ice cubes that are produced in the 24 hours after you have changed the water filter should be discarded.
• If you have not used the ice cube maker for a while, empty the container and discard all the ice cubes that are produced in the 24 hours that follow.
• If you have not used the appliance or the ice cube maker much in the last few weeks, or if the ice cubes smell unpleasant, fit a new water filter.

To activate the reminder to change the filter

When the appliance is used for the first time, the reminder to change the filter needs to be activated so that the counter is set to 0.

• Open the appliance door.

• Touch the access sensor so that it is highlighted in yellow.
  Take note of the position of the V sensor (but do not touch it!).
• Touch the access sensor until it is highlighted in white and all of the other sensors are no longer lit up.
• Place your finger in the position of the sensor, and leave it there.
  At the same time, briefly touch the access sensor (without moving your finger from the sensor).
• Leave your finger on the sensor for another 4 seconds until the c and the sensors also appear in the display.

Now touch the sensor repeatedly until h appears in the display.

• Touch the access sensor again.
• By touching the sensor you can now select:

h O: The water filter is fitted
h 1: The reminder to change the filter is deactivated (standard setting)

h-: Return to menu

• Touch the sensor repeatedly until h appears in the display.

The h 1 function should only be selected if the household water supply is already fitted with a water filter. If this is the case, use the standard water filter in your appliance.

Now touch the access sensor for 2 seconds to confirm that the filter has been changed.

The reminder to change the filter has now been activated.

• Touch the sensor repeatedly until h - appears in the display.
• Touch the access sensor.
• Touch the V sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display.
  Touch the access sensor.

You have now left settings mode.
- Close the appliance door.

The door alarm is automatically disabled when the appliance is in settings mode. As soon as the door is closed, the door alarm is activated again.

When the appliance is used for the first time, discard any ice cubes that are produced in the first 24 hours.

Reminder to change the water filter

Depending on the amount of ice cubes being made, the water filter will need to be changed approx. every six months.

• When the reminder to change the water filter lights up red, this indicates that the filter will soon need to be changed.
  Make sure that you have a spare water filter ready to fit.

You can order a replacement water filter (the standard filter or the active charcoal filter) from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department.

• When the reminder to change the water filter flashes red, this indicates that the filter needs to be changed now.

To change the water filter

Air in the system can cause water to gush out and the filter to spring out when it is removed.

Take great care, therefore, when changing the filter.

Press the cap in and turn it 180^ in an anti-clockwise direction (1).
Remove the old filter cartridge (2).
- Remove the cap from the old filter cartridge (3).

Take the new filter cartridge from its packaging, and remove the protective cover.
Fit the cap on the new filter cartridge (4).

• Push the filter cartridge back into the opening, ensuring that it is straight (5).
• Turn the cap 180^ in a clockwise direction until it is horizontal (6).

After the filter has been changed, the reminder to change the filter will continue to flash in the display. Confirm that the filter has been changed (see "To confirm the filter has been changed").

It is only by doing this that the reminder to change the filter in the display goes out and that the reminder will come on again when the filter next needs to be changed.

To confirm the filter has been changed

The reminder to change the filter continues to flash.

• Touch the access sensor so that it is highlighted in yellow.
  Take note of the position of the V sensor (but do not touch it!).
• Touch the access sensor until it is highlighted in white and all of the other sensors are no longer lit up.
• Place your finger in the position of the sensor, and leave it there.
  At the same time, briefly touch the access sensor (without moving your finger from the V sensor).
• Leave your finger on the sensor for another 4 seconds until the c and the sensors also appear in the display.

Now touch the V sensor repeatedly until h appears in the display.

• Touch the access sensor again.
• By touching the V sensor you can now select:

h 0: The water filter is fitted
h 1: The reminder to change the filter is deactivated (standard setting)
h 2: To confirm the filter has been changed
h-: Return to menu

• Touch the sensor repeatedly until h2 appears in the display.
  The h 1 function should only be selected if the household water supply is already fitted with a water filter. If this is the case, use the standard water filter in your appliance.
  Now touch the access sensor for 2 seconds to confirm that the filter has been changed.

This activates the reminder for the next filter to be changed.

• Touch the sensor repeatedly until h- appears in the display.
• Touch the access sensor.
• Touch the V sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display.
• Touch the access sensor.

You have now left settings mode.
The reminder to change the filter will now go out in the display.
- Close the appliance door.

The door alarm is automatically disabled when the appliance is in settings mode. As soon as the door is closed, the door alarm is activated again.

All ice cubes that are produced in the 24 hours after you have changed the water filter should be discarded.

When to deactivate the reminder to change the water filter

If the household water supply is already fitted with a water filter, the reminder to change the water filter can be deactivated. If this is the case, use the standard water filter in your appliance.

The applianced is supplied with this function activated as standard (h1) .

Normal noises	What causes them
Brrrrr...	Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on.
Blubb, blubb....	A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes.
Click....	Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the motor on and off.
Sssrrrrr....	On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance.

Remember that the noise 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, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking: Check all removable items and refit them correctly.
	Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against each other? Separate them.
	The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of the appliance: Remove the clips.

In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact:

• your Miele Dealer

or

• Miele

(see back cover for contact details).

When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance.

Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes.

N.B. A call-out charge will be applied for service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in these instructions.

Guarantee

For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele. See back cover for contact details.

In the U.K. your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of delivery. However, you must activate your cover by calling 08706 080028 or registering online at www.miele.co.uk.

Notes on connecting to the mains water supply

Connection to the mains water supply should only be carried out by a qualified and competent person in accordance with national and local regulations.

The water quality must conform to the requirements for drinking water in the country the appliance is being installed in.

• This appliance meets the requirements of IEC 61770 and EN 61770.
• All parts used for connecting the appliance to the mains water supply must comply with current national and local safety regulations in the country in which the appliance is being installed.
• The appliance is only suitable for connection to a cold water supply.
• The water pressure (flow rate) must be between 1.72 and 8.25 bar.
• The stainless steel hose is 3 ~m long. This can be extended using an extension hose which is available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept. It must be fitted by a qualified and competent person.
• A stopcock must be provided between the stainless steel hose and the household water supply to ensure that the water supply can be disconnected if necessary.

The stopcock should be easily accessible after the appliance has been built in.

Preparing for plumbing the appliance into the mains water supply

Plumbing connections must be correctly in place before the appliance is built in.

Before plumbing the appliance in, ensure that it is disconnected from the mains electricity supply.

Connection to the mains water supply should incorporate a mains stopcock with 3 / 4 '' thread.

Important - GB: Connect the non-return valve (supplied) to the stainless steel hose.

• Connect the stainless steel hose to the stopcock.
  ■ Ensure that it is screwed into position correctly.

Before using the appliance for the first time the water inlet pipe should be purged of air by a qualified and competent person.

• To do so the stainless steel hose should be filled as far as possible with water before being connected to the appliance.
• Mop up any spillages with a cloth.

• Place the stainless steel hose in the building-in niche as shown, and secure to the floor with adhesive tape.
  This ensures that the hose does not slip or get caught when the appliance is pushed back into the niche.
  The appliance can now be installed in the niche (see "Installation").

Fitting the stainless steel hose to the appliance

When fitting the stainless steel hose, make sure that it is neither kinked nor damaged.

• Remove cap ① from the water connection at the front of the appliance.
• Screw coupling nut ② on stainless steel hose ③ onto the threaded union.
• Ensure that all connections are watertight.
• Turn on the stopcock slowly and check the whole water system for leaks.
  The appliance can then be connected to the electricity supply.

After a maximum of 10 hours the first ice cubes will drop out of the ice cube maker and collect in the container.

Electrical connection U.K.

All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).

The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an a.c. single phase 220-240 V 50 Hz supply.

Please ensure that the connection data quoted on the data plate match the household mains supply.

Connection should be made via a suitable switched socket which is easily accessible. For extra safety it is advisable to install a suitable residual current device (RCD).

Do not connect the appliance 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 fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained. The colour of the correct replacement cover is that of the coloured insert in the base of the plug, or the colour that is embossed in words in the base of the plug (as applicable to the design of the plug fitted).

Replacement fuses should be ASTA approved to BS 1362 and have the correct rating. Replacement fuses and fuse covers may be purchased from your local electrical supplier.

WARNING

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

Location

This appliance should be installed in a dry, well-ventilated room. It should not be installed where it is exposed to direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a heat-producing appliance such as an oven or a radiator. The room temperature should not go above or below the climate range for which the appliance is designed. The higher the ambient temperature of the room, the more energy the appliance requires to operate.

If installation near a heat source is unavoidable, use a suitable insulation panel and observe the following minimum distances between the appliance and the heat source:

• 3 cm away from an electric oven or cooker
• 30 cm away from an oil- or coal-fired range.

Important: tropical / humid environments

During periods of high humidity, some condensation may appear on outside surfaces of cooling appliances. This condensation will disappear when humidity levels drop. For prevention, it is advisable to install the appliance with sufficient ventilation in a dry and/or an air-conditioned room.

Please ensure that doors are closing and sealing properly.

Please ensure that the appliance is installed in accordance with these installation instructions and that the handle is fitted correctly. Should you require further assistance please contact your Miele customer service centre.

Climate range

The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient temperatures) and should not be used outside this range. The climate range of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.

Climate range	Ambient room temperature
SN	+10°C to +32°C
N	+16°C to +32°C
ST	+16°C to +38°C
T	+16°C to +43°C

Operating in a room which is too cold will result in the cooling system switching off for too long, causing the internal temperature in the appliance to rise with the risk of food deteriorating and going off or frozen food defrosting.

Safe operation of the appliance is only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions.

Warning!

This appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards when the door is open. Keep the door shut until the appliance has been built in and secured within the building-in niche in accordance with these instructions.

Due to the size and weight of the appliance, installation must be carried out by two people.

The weight of the appliance when empty is:

F 1811 Vi 191 kg

F 1911 Vi 208 kg

Floor

To ensure the safe installation of the appliance and to guarantee its correct functioning, the floor to the niche where the appliance is to be installed must be smooth and even.

It must be made from strong, rigid material.

The appliance is extremely heavy when fully loaded, and for this reason it is imperative that the floor it stands on is able to bear its weight. If necessary, the advice of an architect or structural engineer should be sought.

When fully loaded, the approx. weight of the appliance is:

F 1811 Vi 430 kg

F 1911 Vi 510 kg

Door hinging

The appliance is supplied with fixed hinges. If you need to change the door hinging to the other side, please contact the Service Department.

On no account should you attempt to change the door hinging yourself. (N.B. Door hinge change not available in all countries).

Adjoining furniture/units

The appliance is screwed to the adjoining furniture/units to the side and above.

For this reason, it is essential that all furniture/units be fixed to the ground and/or wall.

Ventilation

The air vents must not be covered or blocked in any way.

They should be dusted on a regular basis.

Side-by-side installation

This appliance may be installed "side-by-side" with another suitable refrigerator or freezer.

A side-by-side installation kit, available from Miele, is required. Ask your dealer which appliances are suitable for side-by-side installation with this appliance.

See the instructions supplied with the side-by-side installation kit for how to fix the appliances together.

Joining the appliances together with the side-by-side installation kit

If the appliances are to be installed next to each other without a partition wall between them, they will need to be joined together using the side-by-side installation kit.

Installation with a partition wall using the side-by-side installation kit

The partition wall must be at least 16 mm thick.

If the partition wall between the two appliances is between 16 mm and 160 mm thick, each appliance must be built into its own niche using the assembly parts supplied. The side-by-side installation kit is also required.

Installation with a partition wall without the side-by-side installation kit

If the partition wall between the two appliances is more than 160 ~mm thick, each appliance must each be built into its own niche using the assembly parts supplied (without using the side-by-side installation kit).

Appliance door dimensions (opening angle 115^ )

The dimensions of the door fronts and handles will vary according to the individual kitchen.

	A	B	C	D
F 1811 Vi	829 mm	Door front (max. 38 mm)	Door handle	363 mm
F 1911 Vi	982 mm	Door front (max. 38 mm)	Door handle	428 mm

Miele recommends using the full door opening angle of 115^ for these freezers.

	Niche width A
F 1811 Vi	762 mm
F 1911 Vi	915 mm

Laying the electrical cabling and the pipework for the mains water supply

Door front dimensions

	A	B
F 1811 Vi	2029 mm	756 mm
F 1911 Vi	2029 mm	908 mm

Due to the size and weight of the appliance, it is essential that installation is carried out by two people.

Tools and accessories required

• Cordless screwdriver
• Torx screwdriver
• Hammer drill
• Drill bits in various sizes, depending on materials
• Hammer
• Spanner (SW 13 mm)
• Ring spanner
• Socket wrench with hexagonal bit (8 mm)
• Adhesive tape
• Pipe wrench
• Spirit level
• Try-square

Other

• Step ladder
• Sack barrow
• Wooden beams (min. 75 ~mm × 100 ~mm ) if required, to prevent tipping; length depends on width of building-in niche
• Wood screws in various sizes

Optional accessories

• Side-by-side installation kit for side-by-side installation of two appliances

Connection kit for two cassette door fronts

Instead of fitting one large door front, you have the option of fitting two smaller door fronts next to one another.

A metal strip is available for connecting the two door fronts together at the back.

When fitting the metal strip to the back of the door fronts, pay attention to the length of the screw and the position of the drill holes.

Always secure the screws to the thickest part of the furniture fronts.

Stainless steel front

Stainless steel fronts are available from your dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department.

Weight of the door front

Before fitting the door front, ensure that the weight of the front does not exceed the maximum permitted:

Appliance	Max. weight of door front in kg
F 1811 Vi	52
F 1911 Vi	36

Fitting a door front which is heavier than the maximum permitted could damage the hinges.

Building into a peninsular run

When built into a peninsular run, the rear of the building-in niche must be fitted with a kitchen furniture panel.

Building-in at the end of a run of units

If one side of the appliance is visible, a side panel is required.

The side panel must be fixed to the wall, the floor and any furniture/units above before the appliance is placed in the niche.

The size of the side panel must match that of the furniture panel opposite.

Aligning the housing unit

The housing unit must be carefully aligned using a spirit level before installing the appliance. The unit corners must be at right angles, as otherwise the furniture door will not align correctly with the 4 corners of the appliance.

• The side panels of the housing must be even.
• The housing unit panels must be at least 16 mm thick.
• The plinth facing must be at least 13 ~mm thick (or preferably 19 ~mm ).

Checking the building-in niche

• The building-in dimensions now need to be checked.
• Check the position of the electrical and plumbing connections (see "Electrical connection" and "Mains water connection").
• Check that all surrounding furniture/units are securely fixed to the wall.
• Check the surrounding furniture/units for possible clashes when opening doors.

Before installation

Warning!

This appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards when the door is open.

Before installation, take any accessories out of the appliance and/or from the back of the appliance.
- Remove any cable clips from the back of the appliance.
- Check that all parts at the back of the appliance are unhindered. Carefully remove any hindrance.

To protect the floor from damage when installing the appliance,

• secure an off-cut of flooring (e.g. lino) or similar to the floor in front of the installation area.

• Do not remove the installation aids from the appliance door. These will be required later when the appliance is installed in the building-in niche.
• Check the appliance for damage during transportation.

Do not install a damaged appliance!

■ Unscrew the bracket that is holding the appliance to the delivery pallet.

Warning!

Please bear in mind that the appliance is no longer secured to the pallet!

• With the help of several people as required, carefully lift the appliance from the pallet, starting with the back of the appliance.

The appliance can be rolled along the floor using the wheels at the back.

Preparing the niche

Keep the door to the appliance closed until it is fixed inside the building-in niche.

If the building-in niche is deeper than the appliance, screw a solid wooden beam ① to the floor or wall behind the anti-tipping mechanism ②.

The length of the wooden beam ① must be the same as the width of the building-in niche.

Assembly parts

All the fixings required for installation are supplied with the appliance. The plastic bags are marked with letters for easy identification.

Each fitting stage is indicated by the letter on the bag needed for that stage.

Use the torx screwdriver supplied to tighten the screws.

Anti-tipping mechanism

The anti-tipping mechanism ensures that the appliance is fixed securely into the building-in niche, preventing the appliance from tipping forwards.

Use two anti-tipping mechanisms for each appliance or side-by-side pair of appliances.

Gap "D" between anti-tipping mechanisms ② is exactly equal to the width of the appliance(s).

• Place anti-tipping mechanisms ② flush against the left- and right-hand sides of the niche.
  ■ Mark the drilling position onto the niche floor through the holes in anti-tipping mechanisms ②.
• Put the anti-tipping mechanisms in a safe place - they will be required later.

Fixing screws for different uses and types of material are supplied in the accompanying pack. If these are not suitable for the anti-tipping mechanism in your installation, you will need to secure it by alternative means.

■ Drill the following holes:
- 3 mm diameter for the 5 × 60 mm screws
- 2 mm diameter for the 4 × 15 mm screws

The anti-tipping mechanisms can now be secured in the niche.

Make sure that the screws are at a depth of at least 19mm in the floor and side walls of the niche.

An alternative anti-tipping mechanism

If it is not possible to fix the anti-tipping mechanisms securely to the floor of the housing, the appliance can be secured at the top using a wooden beam. If this method is used, then there must not be any gap between the appliance and the wooden beam.

• The wooden beam must be at least 75 ~mm × 100 ~mm thick.
• The length must be the same as the width of the building-in niche.
• If the building-in niche is deeper than the appliance, a thicker wooden beam should be used.
• The wood must cover the appliance to a depth of at least 50.8 ~mm (see diagram).

■ Mark the position of the lower edge of the wooden beam on the rear wall of the building-in niche.
- Select screws of a length depending on the thickness of the wood.

Use the number of screws appropriate to the niche width to ensure that the wooden beam is securely fixed.

• Check where the upright wall supports are in the back of the niche, and mark the drill holes in the wooden beam accordingly.
  ■ First, drill the holes in the wooden beam.
• Secure the wooden beam to the back wall of the niche.

If you are installing two appliances side by side, now secure the appliances to one another (see the instructions for the side-by-side installation kit).

Now prepare the mains water connection for the appliance (see "Mains water connection").

Placing the appliance in the niche

■ Unscrew the plinth facing.

• Secure the edge protector supplied ① to protect the adjacent furniture fronts.
  Plug in the appliance ②.

Connection should be made via a suitable switched socket. The socket should be close to the appliance and easily accessible.

When installing two appliances side by side, each appliance must have its own separate socket.

• Secure the cable to prevent it becoming caught:
  Tie a piece of string to the middle of the cable, and as the appliance is being pushed into the niche, pull the cable forward underneath the appliance ③ .
• Carefully push the appliance back into the niche, clipping the feet into the anti-tipping mechanisms ④.

If the appliance does not slide easily into the niche (e.g. if the floor is uneven),
■ twist the rear adjusters slightly (see "Aligning the appliance").

Then push the appliance into the niche, taking care not to damage the electrical and mains water connections.

• Remove the edge protector ① from the adjacent furniture fronts.

Aligning the appliance

Align the appliance with neighbouring furniture fronts.

The installation aids ⑤ on the appliance door are suitable for the following thicknesses of furniture door front:

• 19 mm
• 38 mm

The adjustable feet at the front and back of the appliance can all be adjusted from the front.

• Front feet: with spanner SW 13. The front feet can be adjusted either from the top or from underneath ⑥ .
• Back feet: with a socket wrench with hexagonal bit (8 mm) ⑦.
• Place a spirit level on the installation aids ⑤ on the appliance door to check the appliance's alignment.

A mark is located on the appliance plinth. When adjusting the height, this mark needs to be aligned at 32 ~mm from the floor. Unscrew the feet until the mark has reached 32 ~mm .

It is very important to comply with this dimension for the subsequent alignment of the furniture door front.

• Check the alignment of the appliance again using the spirit level.

Note:

• To avoid the appliance becoming wedged inside the niche, proceed carefully when adjusting the feet, alternating between the left and right feet.
• If a wooden beam has been fitted above the appliance to prevent tipping, the appliance height needs to be adjusted to fit snugly under the wooden beam.

Securing the appliance in the niche

• Screw the lugs for the fixing plates ⑧ into the furniture/units above the appliance.

If it is not possible to secure the appliance above, it can be attached to the niche at the sides only.

Pull out the lugs for the side fixing plates ⑨.

Screw on the lugs for the side plates.

If necessary, cut trim ⑩ to the necessary depth.
Join the two bits of trim together ⑪.
- Click them into position 12.

When installing two appliances side by side, the trims for the two appliances need to be joined together to form one long strip.

• Insert the joining peg from the side-by-side kit halfway into the channel in the trim for the left-hand appliance.
• Then insert the free half of the joining peg into the channel on the other trim, and press the trims together.

• Click the two trims into place above the appliances.

• Open the appliance door.

• Screw the lugs for the fixing plates ⑬ into the furniture/units adjacent to the appliance.

In a side-by-side combination, only the external panels of the two appliances can be secured to the furniture wall.

Connect the appliance to the water inlet hose (see "Mains water connection").

Preparing the furniture front

• Load the door shelves in the refrigerator door.
• Open the appliance door as far as it will go.

• Unscrew the installation aids ⑭ and angle trim ⑮ from the door.
• Put the angle trim ⑤ and screws in a safe place - they will be required later.
  Take the cover off the light contact switch.
• Close the appliance door.

Measure gap X between the adjusting bar and the upper edge of the adjacent furniture front.
- Remove the two nuts from the appliance door, and place them in a safe place - they will be required later.
- Place the furniture front on a firm surface, with the external side facing downwards (place on a blanket or similar to avoid it becoming scratched).

• Mark gap X on the inside of the furniture front.
  Similarly, locate and mark the midpoint Y on the furniture front.
• Remove the fixing frame from the appliance door and position it according to the markings on the furniture front.
  Pre-drill the holes.
• Screw the fixing frame to the furniture front, using at least one screw for each fixing point.

• Secure the fixing frame to the top of the furniture front, using at least 10 screws:

Please note: when attaching the mounting frame onto two cassette doors,

The mounting frame must only be fixed to the appliance by the outer frame - do not, under any circumstances, screw anything into the cross bars on the mounting frame.

• The fixing frame has several different types of holes to take account of a variety of furniture fronts.
• When securing the frame, always screw into the strongest part of the furniture door.
• To do this, select screws which are slightly shorter than the thickness of the furniture door.
• Screw the appliance handle to the furniture door from the inside.

Securing and aligning the furniture door

Insert the angle trim as far as it will go into the spaces in the frame, as shown.

• Open the appliance door and hang the furniture front on its frame onto the threaded bolts, as shown ⑥.

Press the angle trim on both sides into the white plastic frame, and screw them down securely.
- Screw the nuts ⑰ loosely onto the threaded bolts - but do not tighten yet.
- Close the appliance door.

Align the door to the side by sliding it over the threaded bolts.

Align the depth of the door via the gaps in the angle trim. Then screw the angle trim into position.
Now screw on the top nuts. The door is now fixed.

Fitting the fixing brackets

The fixing brackets are used to secure the furniture front to the bottom of the appliance door.

• Open the appliance door as far as it will go.
  Slightly loosen screw ①.
• Position the fixing bracket on the appliance door ② and pre-drill a hole in the furniture front.

Screw the fixing bracket securely to the furniture front ③.
Then tighten the screw as shown ④.
Fit the cover to the fixing bracket 5.

The number of fixing brackets required will depend on the material and width of the furniture front.

Securing the covers

Fit the two cover strips to the sides of the appliance door, clicking them into the space between the appliance door and the furniture front, starting at the bottom and working up to the top.

• Secure the retaining clips for the space covers on both sides.

• Now attach the covers onto the retaining clips on both sides. In the case of side-by-side installation, the cover strips are only required on the outer side.

Fit the cover to the light contact switch so that it clicks into place as shown.

Fitting the plinth facing

Do not cover the vents in the plinth. This will damage the appliance.

• Trim the plinth facing to the required length and height (cut along the lower edge of the plinth facing where it touches the floor).

• Secure the plinth to the appliance, and attach the cover caps supplied.
  Now fit the plinth facing.

Fitting the air separator

The air separator in the vent
underneath separates air entering the
appliance from that leaving it.
It also stops warm air flowing into the
apppliance, which would cause a short
circuit.

If necessary the three parts of the air separator can be shortened to the correct height.
- Replace the foam parts in the sides.

Screw the air separator into the middle of the inside of the furniture front, as shown.

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