User manual MIELE F1411VI 18 FREEZER OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

[. . . ] Operating and Installation Instructions Freezer F 1411 Vi To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use. en - US, CA M. -Nr. 71 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before installation and use to prevent accidents and machine damage. Electrical Safety ~ Before installation, make sure that the voltage and frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the household electrical supply. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt. This appliance is intended for residential use only. Improper use of the appliance can lead to personal injury and material damage. [. . . ] The compressor kicks The ventilation slits are on very frequently and covered or dusty. The door has been opened too frequently, or a large amount of unfrozen food has been put in at once for freezing. Once the freezer gets down to the set temperature the compressor will turn off. Check that the door has been closed properly. 35 Frequently asked questions Alarm / Indicator warnings Issue The alarm is going off. Possible fault The appliance door(s) have been open for longer than 5 minutes. Solution Close the door. The alarm is ringing and The door is not closed. the "alarm" indicator is A large amount of food is flashing. The water filter needs to be changed. Once the alarm condition has been corrected, the alarm will turn off and the "alarm" indicator will stop flashing. Order replacement filters from Miele. See "Exchanging the water filter". The filter display is flashing red. 36 Frequently asked questions Problems with the ice maker Issue The ice cube maker will not switch on. Solution Check that the appliance is connected to the power supply. The ice cube maker is When the appliance is turned on for the very first time, it not producing any ice can take up to 10 hours for the first ice cubes to drop cubes. The water supply line was not primed (purged of air) before the appliance was used for the first time. Contact Miele. Check if: See "Ice Cube Maker" and/or "Plumbing" for more ­ the ice cube maker is information. Self-tapping valves and /16" (4. 76 mm) saddle valves reduce the water pressure and can block the pipe. 3 37 Frequently asked questions Problems with the ice maker Issue The ice cubes are small. Possible fault Other domestic appliances that use water are in operation. Solution Avoid using such items as a dishwasher, washing machine or shower at the same time. See "Water filter" for more information. Check the water pressure. The ice cubes have When ice is stored for an an unpleasant extended period it may odor/flavor. Unsealed packages in the freezer will transfer odor/flavor particles to the ice cubes. Self-tapping valves and 3/16" (4. 76 mm) saddle valves reduce the water pressure and can block the pipe. Check that food has been packed in airtight containers. 38 Frequently asked questions Problems with the ice maker Issue The ice maker is not producing enough ice or the ice cubes are misshapen. Solution Contact a plumber. See "Selecting the correct temperature". Contact a plumber. See "Selecting the correct temperature". 39 Frequently asked questions The appliance is making noises. [. . . ] U1-800-999-1360 V1-800-565-6435 The appliance is supplied with a UL-listed, 3-wire power cord and NEMA 5-15 P plug ready for connection to a 120 V, 60 Hz supply. In the case of side-by-side installations, a separate outlet must be used for each appliance. Ideally, the power outlet should be next to the appliance and easily accessible. Do not connect the appliance to the power supply by an extension cord. [. . . ]