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Descriptive TechnicalDocumentation- Model-dependent -

DTD no. 37-1901

Model(s): F 1411 Vi [USA-CAN] ,F 1801 Vi [USA-CAN],F 1811 Vi [USA-CAN],F 1901 Vi [USA-CAN],F 1911 Vi [USA-CAN],F 1411 SF [USA-CAN] ,F 1801 SF [USA-CAN],F 1811 SF [USA-CAN],F 1901 SF [USA-CAN],F 1911 SF [USA-CAN]

27.08.2012, US_am This information should not be duplicated or passed on without Miele approval. All rights reserved.

Contents

General Information

A Warning and Safety Instructions

B Modification History

C Technical Data

D Layout of Electrical Components

Function Groups

030 Cooling Components1 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-12 Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-72.1 Electrical Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-72.2 NTCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-72.2.1 NTC, Freezer Air (R30/3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-72.2.2 NTC, Freezer Evaporator (R30/4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-72.2.3 NTC, Ambient Air (R30/8) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-72.3 Evaporator Fan (M2/3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-82.4 Condenser Fan (M2/1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-82.5 Starting Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-92.6 Display Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-102.7 Appliance Status After a Power Interruption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-102.8 Temperature Setting/Target Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-102.9 Temperature Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-112.10 Door Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-112.11 SuperFrost (Time-Controlled) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-112.12 Relay Compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-122.13 Evaporator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-122.14 Air Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-122.15 VCC Compressor after Index 24/... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-152.16 RemoteVision (Model-Dependent) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-16

3 Fault Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-173.1 Vibrations/Compressor Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-173.2 Ice Forms on the Interior of the Refrigerator, Freezer and/or

Condenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-173.3 Fault Code Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-19

4 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-214.1 Customer Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-214.2 Service Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-234.3 Service Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-254.4 Heater Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-28

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4.5 Temperature Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-294.6 Removing the Evaporator Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-294.7 Removing NTC R30/3 (Freezer Air) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-324.8 Removing the Lighting Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-324.9 Installing the Lighting Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-344.10 Removing the Lighting Assembly Temperature Monitors (1F1,

2F1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-364.11 Removing the Drain Channel and Defrost Heaters (R17/5, R17/

3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-364.12 Removing Temperature Limiter F2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-384.13 Removing Evaporator NTC R30/4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-394.14 Removing Evaporator Fan M2/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-414.15 Removing Air Flap Motor M28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-424.16 Removing Air Flap Switch S60/7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-424.17 Removing the Shelf with Control Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-424.18 Removing the Power Electronic/Condenser Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-444.19 Installing the Power Electronic/Condenser Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-474.20 Removing the Power Electronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-474.21 Removing Condenser Fan M2/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-494.22 Condenser Fan M2/1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-514.23 Transformer (T1) Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-524.24 Terminal Block X3/1 Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-534.25 Removing the Evaporator Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-534.26 Removing NTC R30/3 (Freezer Air) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-564.27 Removing the Lighting Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-574.28 Installing the Lighting Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-594.29 Removing the Lighting Assembly Temperature Monitors (1F1,

2F1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-604.30 Removing the Drain Channel and Defrost Heaters (R17/5, R17/

3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-604.31 Removing Temperature Limiter F2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-634.32 Removing Evaporator NTC R30/4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-644.33 Removing Evaporator Fan M2/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-654.34 Removing Air Flap Motor M28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-664.35 Removing Air Flap Switch S60/7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-664.36 Removing the Shelf with Control Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-674.37 Removing the Power Electronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-684.38 Removing Condenser Fan M2/1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-704.39 Condenser Fan M2/1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-714.40 Transformer 1T1 Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-734.41 Transformer 2T1 Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-744.42 Transformer 3T1 Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-754.43 Terminal Block X3/1 Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-764.44 Water Intake Valve (1Y63, 2Y63) Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-764.45 Removing Ambient Air NTC R30/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-774.46 Replacing Ambient Air NTC R30/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-784.47 Removing the Door Contact Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-784.48 Compressor Relay Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-804.49 Compressor Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-814.50 Compressor Relay Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-824.51 Compressor Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-824.52 Compressor Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-844.53 Refrigerant Stop Valve Y30/1 Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-844.54 Side by Side Combination Separation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-854.55 Optical Interface (MDU) Position Indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 030-86

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032 Icemaker2 Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-12.1 Icemaker NTC (R30/21) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-12.2 Ice Cube Production. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-12.3 Optical Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-22.4 Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-2

3 Fault Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-33.1 Icemaker Fault Code Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-3

4 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-64.1 Icemaker Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-64.2 Icemaker Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-74.3 Icemaker Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 032-9

040 Technical Service Bulletins4 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 040-14.1 How to Make Sure the Door Switch is Working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 040-14.2 Control Electronic on Some Cooling Appliances May Randomly

Stop Responding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 040-14.3 Refrigerator Door Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 040-24.4 How to Replace the Rear Wheels on a Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . 040-24.5 Refrigeration Merge Kits: Replacement Cover Strip Is Now

Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 040-34.6 MasterCool Touch Controls Do Not Respond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 040-34.7 All about Master Cool and Icemakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 040-34.8 Icemaker Diagnosis Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 040-54.9 Advanced Icemaker Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 040-5

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A Warning and Safety Instructions

1 Personal InjuryDanger! These appliances are top-heavy and must be prevented from tippingover. Follow the installation instructions.

Danger! Use a finger guard to prevent fingers from being jammed when the dooris opened.

Always wear safety glasses when working near the copper tubing and all sealedsystem components.

Do not move the copper tubing or sealed system components if it's not necessary.

Remove heavy objects from the drawers and shelves when servicing oruninstalling the appliance.

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2 GeneralAll repairs should be performed by a trained technician in strict accordance withnational, state and local codes. Any repairs or maintenance performed byunqualified personnel could be dangerous.

When servicing, modifying, testing or maintaining appliances, all applicable laws,regulations and accident prevention guidelines must be observed.

Observe all rules and regulations of local utility companies, and norms not onlylimited to electrical safety.

Before starting any service work, disconnect the appliance from its power source.Even with the appliance switched off, voltage may exist on some components.

After work has been completed, a visual as well as an operational check shouldalways be performed.

Perform a touch current measurement on all accessible conductive componentsthat are not connected to ground.

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3 Danger of Electronic ShockOn the electronic modules (e.g., the control electronic, power electronic, LEDcontrol module, icemaker), a voltage of over 300 volts can exist for up to 30seconds after disconnection from the power supply.

Wait at least 60 seconds before touching electronic modules.



4 Sharp EdgesComponents with sharp edges may stick out.

Wear protective gloves and goggles and use edge shields (mat. no. 05057680) toprevent cuts by sharp-edged components.

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5 Touch Current Measurementx

Note

For appliances in safety class 1 (machines with a ground connection): Perform atouch current measurement on all accessible conductive components that arenot connected to ground.

Warning!

Only perform a touch current measurement after checking and verifying that themachine is grounded!

Potentially dangerous voltages may exist on a defective appliance, as well as onaccessible conductive components not connected to ground.

Note

If panels can be removed without tools (which will expose conductive partswithout ground connections), then a touch current measurement will have to beperformed on these parts.

Touch current measurement does not need to be done on components which, inthe opinion of the tester (on his professional responsibility), could not havevoltage applied to them. These include:

• Appliance doors

• Door hinges

• Compressor support tray

• Non-metallic rear panel

• Metal screws fitted into plastic

• Appliance feet

• Holding rails and shelves in the door

• Edge trim on glass shelves

• and similar parts.



B Modification History

When? Who? What?

13.04.2011 Andrea Deppe Version 3



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C Technical Data

Machineindex

Modification Control electronicsoftware ID

— Start of series. 1641

— F120 is no longer saved when, after deleting the fault memory, theappliance is switched off and on within 30 seconds. — Previously, anundefined number F120 was saved when, after deleting the faultmemory, the appliance was switched off and on within 30 seconds.

1793

After a defrost phase, the temperature alarm is suppressed for 3 hours.— Previously, the temperature alarm was not suppressed and F124 wasdisplayed.

Faults regarding the evaporator sensor are also displayed duringnormal operation. — Previously, the faults were only shown in servicemode.

Switching the appliance off and on is made recognizable in thetemperature memory of the diagnostic support. — Previously, this wasnot recognizable.

At the start of service mode, all components are switched off. —Previously, the components were not switched off.

Deleting the fault memory takes 3 seconds. During this time theappliance may not be shut off. — Previously, deleting the fault memorytook 30 seconds.

A verified temperature alarm (alarm icon and the affected compartmenticon blink, the signal tone is switched off) disappears automaticallyupon reaching the threshold temperature.

A 12-digit machine number is shown. — Previously, only an 8-digitnumber was shown.

Sensors can be activated in service mode. — Previously, no sensorscould be activated.

16 After a Superfrost cycle, the control reverts back to the originally settemperature. — Previously after Superfrost the freezer was cooled to -30°C.

1924

18 USA-CAN: WLAN eliminated. —

23 F 18xx: Lighting transformers reduced from 5 to 4. —

30 F 14xx: One light removed. —

F 18xx: Two lights removed.

F 19xx: Three lights and one transformer removed.

32 Additional temperature limiter in lighting assembly. —

36 Software modification for power electronic. Remedies the fault“Temperature cannot be adjusted”.

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Table 1

Model F 1411 Vi F 1801 Vi F 1811 Vi F 1901 Vi F 1911Vi

Energy efficiency rating

Energy consumption peryear (kWh) 449 587.65 655.91

Features

Freezer capacity 8.1 cu. ft.(228L)

15.2 cu. ft. (430L) 18.8 cu. ft. (531L)

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Model F 1411 Vi F 1801 Vi F 1811 Vi F 1901 Vi F 1911Vi

Star rating $ $ $

Storage period in eventof a power failure (h) 17 26 27

Climatic classification T (ambient temperature of 64°F to 109°F)

Defrost system

Manual —

Semi-automatic —

Automatic X

Construction

Free-standing/can bebuilt under —

With worktop at tableheight —

Built-under/integratable —

Built-in/integratable X/X X/X X/X

Door hinge1) l r r

Decorative frameavailable/can beretrofitted

—

Dimensions

Appliance height 83.7”

Appliance width 17.8” 29.5” 35.5”

Appliance depth 24.7”

Niche height 84.0”

Niche width 18.0” 30.0” 36.0”

Niche depth 25.0”

Weight (lbs) 317.5

Electrical connection (US models only)

Voltage 120V

Fuse 15A

Frequency 60Hz

Table 2: Technical Data – US Models Only

1) Door hinge: l = left, r = right, w = interchangeable

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D Layout of Electrical ComponentsF 1411 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1411 SF [USA-CAN]

The component designations below were taken from the Wiring DiagramApplication (WDA).x

Layout 1

1 (R30/8) Ambient air NTC2 (M2/1) Condenser fan3 (X10/1) RemoteVision module; removed after index 18/...4 (1N1) Control electronic

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5 (2H3/7) Lighting6 (2X5/3) Coupler, control electronic7 (3N1) Icemaker electronic8 (A9) Icemaker9 (R17/12) Water intake heater10 (R30/3) Freezer air NTC11 (1F1) Temperature monitor12 (2F2) Temperature limiter after index 32/...13 (R17/2) Defrost heater14 (1F2) Temperature monitor15 (1X5) Coupler16 (2X5) Coupler17 (3X5) Coupler18 (R30/4) Freezer evaporator NTC19 (M2/3) Evaporator fan20 (R17/4) Drain channel heater21 (S4/2) Door switch22 (3F2) Temperature limiter after index 32/...23 (3H3/7) Lighting; one light removed after index 30/...24 (2F1) Temperature monitor25 (1H3/7) Lighting26 (R17/11) Heater, side walls27 (4X5) Coupler28 (1X5/3) Coupler, control electronic29 (S2) On/Off switch30 (5X5) Coupler31 (2T1) Transformer32 (1T1) Transformer33 (M16/2) Compressor; with VCC after index 24/...34 (3T1) Transformer35 (4N1) Inverter electronic; after index 24/...36 (X3/1) Terminal block37 (Y30/1) Refrigerant stop valve38 (2N1) Power electronic39 (2Y63) Water intake valve40 (1Y63) Water intake valve

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F 1801 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1811 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1901 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1911 Vi [USA-CAN],F 1801 SF [USA-CAN], F 1811 SF [USA-CAN], F 1901 SF [USA-CAN], F 1911 SF [USA-CAN]

The component designations below were taken from the Wiring DiagramApplication (WDA).x

Layout 2

1 (R30/8) Ambient air NTC2 (X10/1) RemoteVision module; removed after index 18/...3 (M2/1) Condenser fan4 (1N1) Control electronic5 (2H3/7) Lighting6 (2X5/3) Coupler, control electronic7 (3N1) Icemaker electronic8 (A9) Icemaker9 (R17/12) Water intake heater10 (4H3/7) Lighting; after index 30/..., two lights were removed for F 18xx and

three lights for F 19xx11 (1F1) Temperature monitor12 (2F2) Temperature limiter after index 32/...13 (1F2) Temperature limiter14 (2X5) Coupler15 (1X5) Coupler



16 (M2/3) Evaporator fan17 (R30/4) Evaporator NTC18 (R17/2) Defrost heater19 (R17/4) Drain channel heater20 (S4/2) Door switch21 (3X5) Coupler22 (4X5) Coupler23 (3F2) Temperature limiter after index 32/...24 (3H3/7) Lighting25 (2F1) Temperature monitor26 (R30/3) Freezer air NTC27 (1H3/7) Lighting28 (R17/11) Heater, side walls29 (5X5) Coupler30 (1X5/3) Coupler, control electronic31 (S2) On/Off switch32 (6X5) Coupler33 (2T1–6T1)Transformer; after index 23/..., one transformer was removed for F 18xx34 (M16/2) Compressor35 (1T1) Transformer36 (X3/1) Terminal block37 (Y30/1) Refrigerant stop valve38 (2N1) Power electronic39 (2Y63) Water intake valve40 (1Y63) Water intake valve

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x

Layout 3

1 Infrared transmitter, On/Off switch2 Fault code LED3 Infrared receiver4 Electronic5 Motor6 Sensor, checks the rotation of the ice-cube tray



030 Cooling Components

1 Technical Datax

NTC resistance values

Temperature Resistance

[°F] [°C] [kΩ]

104 40 2.66

102.2 39 2.77

100.4 38 2.89

98.6 37 3.01

96.8 36 3.13

95 35 3.26

93.2 34 3.39

91.4 33 3.54

89.6 32 3.69

87.8 31 3.85

86 30 4.02

84.2 29 4.20

82.4 28 4.38

80.6 27 4.58

78.8 26 4.78

77 25 4.99

75.2 24 5.22

73.4 23 5.46

71.6 22 5.71

69.8 21 5.97

68 20 6.24

66.2 19 6.52

64.4 18 6.82

62.6 17 7.15

60.8 16 7.49

59 15 7.85

57.2 14 8.23

55.4 13 8.62

53.6 12 9.04

51.8 11 9.48

50 10 9.94

48.2 9 10.42

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[°F] [°C] [kΩ]

46.4 8 10.94

44.6 7 11.49

42.8 6 12.07

41 5 12.69

39.2 4 13.35

37.4 3 14.03

35.6 2 14.75

33.8 1 15.51

32 0 16.32

30.2 -1 17.17

28.4 -2 18.08

26.6 -3 19.04

24.8 -4 20.07

23 -5 21.16

21.2 -6 22.28

19.4 -7 23.50

17.6 -8 24.81

15.8 -9 26.19

14 -10 27.67

12.2 -11 29.38

10.4 -12 31.00

8.6 -13 32.65

6.8 -14 34.51

5 -15 36.49

3.2 -16 38.67

1.4 -17 40.92

-0.4 -18 43.31

-2.2 -19 45.87

-4 -20 48.59

-5.8 -21 51.57

-7.6 -22 54.67

-9.8 -23 57.98

-11.2 -24 61.52

-13 -25 65.31

-14.8 -26 69.52

-16.6 -27 73.84

-18.4 -28 78.47

Descriptive Technical Documentation030-2 DTD no. 37-1901




[°F] [°C] [kΩ]

-20.2 -29 83.42

-22 -30 88.73

-23.8 -31 94.28

-25.6 -32 100.43

-27.4 -33 107.03

-29.2 -34 114.12

-31 -35 121.75

-32.8 -36 129.93

-34.6 -37 138.66

-36.4 -38 148.06

-38.2 -39 158.19

-40 -40 169.1

Table 1: NTC Resistance Values

F 1411 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1411 SF [USA-CAN]: Drain channel heater (R17/4)

Power rating [W] 12

Resistance [Ω] 1.2

Current [A] 0.1

Table 2: Drain Channel Heater, F 1411

F 1801 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1811 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1811 SF [USA-CAN], F 1811 SF [USA-CAN]:Drain channel heater (R17/4)

Power rating [W] 21

Resistance [kΩ] 0.7

Current [A] 0.2

Table 3: Drain Channel Heater, F 18x1

F 19x1 xx [USA-CAN]: Drain channel heater (R17/4)

Power rating [W] 25


Current [A] 0.2

Table 4: Drain Channel Heater, F 19x1

F 1411 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1411 SF [USA-CAN]: Defrost heater (R17/2)

Power rating [W] 150



Resistance [Ω] 0.1

Current [A] 1.25

Table 5: Defrost Heater, F 1411

F 1801 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1811 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1811 SF [USA-CAN], F 1811 SF [USA-CAN]:Defrost heater (R17/2)

Power rating [W] 280

Resistance [Ω] 51.9

Current [A] 2.15

Table 6: Defrost Heater, F 18x1

Water inlet heater (R17/12)

Voltage [V] 120

Power [W] 1.9


Current [A] 0.02

Frequency [Hz] 60

Table 7

Evaporator fan (M2/3)

Voltage [V] 120

Power [W] 3.4


Current [A] 0.03

Frequency [Hz] 60

Speed [rpm] 1650

Table 8

Condenser fan (M2/1)

Voltage [V/DC] 12

Power [W] 2.6


Current [A] 0.2

Frequency [Hz]

Speed [rpm] 2000

Table 9

Water inlet valve (Y63)

Voltage [V] 120

Power [W] —




Current [A] 0

Frequency [Hz] 60

Table 10

Refrigerant stop valve (Y30/1)

Voltage [V] 120

Power [W] —


Current [A] 0

Frequency [Hz] 60

Table 11

Compressor motor (M16/2)

Voltage [V] 115

Power [W] —

Resistance [kΩ] —

Current [A] —

Frequency [Hz] 50–60

Table 12

Transformer (T1)

Voltage [V] 120

Power [W] 60


Current [A] 0.5

Frequency [Hz] 60

Table 13

Icemaker heater (R17/1)

Voltage [V] 120

Power [W] 200


Current [A] 1.7

Frequency [Hz] 60

Table 14

Side-wall heater (R17/11)

Voltage [V] 120

Power [W] 27




Current [A] 0.2

Frequency [Hz] 60

Table 15

Evaporator temperature limiter (F2)1)

[°F] [°C]

Temperature resistance limit 162 72

Table 16: Evaporator Temperature Limiter

1) Connected in series with the defrost heater; must be replaced after tripping.x

Lighting temperature limiter (F2)1)

[°F] [°C]

Trip temperature 158 70

Activating temperature 104 40

Table 17

1) Switches the lighting off and on.



2 Function

2.1 Electrical Supply

Each appliance will be connected to its own 120VAC,15-amp power supply. Whencolumn units are installed, there will be separate outlets for each column (see 030Fig. 1). Every cooling appliance also has a main power on/off switch locatedinside the appliance, under the main control panel.x

Fig. 1: NEMA 5-15 Outlet

2.2 NTCs

2.2.1 NTC, Freezer Air (R30/3)

Clipped under the evaporator cover. Switches the compressor on and off.

2.2.2 NTC, Freezer Evaporator (R30/4)

Clipped above the evaporator under the top panel. Stops the defrost phase.

2.2.3 NTC, Ambient Air (R30/8)

In the toekick area, in front of the condenser. Regulates the compressor speed.



2.3 Evaporator Fan (M2/3)

The evaporator fan is turned on

– for 30 seconds after the appliance door is closed.

– at the start of a defrost phase.

– when the compressor is turned on.

The evaporator fan is shut off

– when the appliance door is opened

– during a defrost phase, after it was activated at the beginning.

2.4 Condenser Fan (M2/1)

The condenser fan is turned on when the compressor is turned on.x

Ambient Temperature Speed

[°F] [°C]

< 68 < 20 Fan is off

68 – 82 20 – 28 Low

83 – 95 29 – 35 Medium

> 95 > 35 High

Table 18: Condenser Fan Speed versus Ambient Temperature

Fig. 2: Condenser Fan and Components

1 Condenser2 Condenser fan3 Compressor



The condenser fan (030 Fig. 2, Item 2) draws in ambient air through the air grillein the toekick area; the air then passes through the recess in the compressor, andexits back through the air grille. The ambient air cools the condenser (030 Fig. 2,Item 1) and the compressor (030 Fig. 2, Item 3).

The air grilles are installed 3.9 inches (10 centimeters) above the floor so that thefreezer interior does not get dirty.

2.5 Starting Program

The starting program operates at the time of commissioning under the followingcircumstances:

– no NTCs are defective

– the temperature read by the ambient air NTC is greater than 41°F (5°C)

– the appliance door is closed.

In the starting program, each of the following components is run for 5 seconds,one after the other:

– Refrigerant stop valve

– Icemaker

– Evaporator fan

– Condenser fan

– Drain channel heater

– Defrost heater

– Compressor



2.6 Display Icons

Only the icons that can be activated are lit (backlit, white). When a selected iconor function is activated, the background light of the icon becomes yellow.Touching the icon again turns the function off, and the background light reverts towhite.

If no icon is touched after 4 seconds, then all icons will fade except for thetemperature icon.

2.7 Appliance Status After a Power Interruption

Display: All icons are hidden.

Settings: The most recent settings are saved.

2.8 Temperature Setting/Target Temperature Displayx

Temperature Ranges

[°F] [°C]

Freezer1) 7 to -11 -14 to -24

Table 19: Temperature Ranges

1) Factory setting: 0°F/ -18°C

The temperature is changed in one-degree increments by pressing the oricon. When the minimum settable temperature is reached, the icon is no

longer lit. When the maximum settable temperature is attained, the icon willno longer be lit.



2.9 Temperature Alarmx

Alarm On Alarm Off

[°F] [°C] [°F] [°C]

Freezer 27 -3 15 -9

Table 20: Temperature Alarm Thresholds

The temperature alarm is suppressed

– while the appliance door is open and 30 minutes after the door is closed.

– during and 30 minutes after the defrost phase.

The signal tone can be turned off via the alarm icon.

2.10 Door Alarm

The door alarm will go off if the door has been open for more than 5 minutes. Thedoor alarm can be silenced by closing the door or by touching the alarm icon.

2.11 SuperFrost (Time-Controlled)

After stocking the freezer with a significant amount of food, including bulky orlarge items like fresh poultry, engaging SuperFrost will override the thermostatand begin cooling the cabinet to a lowered temperature of -22°F (-30°C).SuperFrost will continue working to reach this reduced temperature until itreaches this exact degree or it is disengaged by the user. The result is anaccelerated cooling process designed to lock in freshness, taste and texture.

SuperFrost will be stopped

– when the super icon is touched or

– after 52 hours.



2.12 Relay Compressor

The compressors in all Miele freezers are activated by a wire coil (inductor) relay.

2.13 Evaporator

The evaporator is located at the top of the cabinet in both refrigerators andfreezers. Bottom-mount freezers have two separate sealed systems (i.e. twocompressors). Column appliances have one sealed system per appliance, evenwhen merged.



2.14 Air Flowx

Fig. 3

1 Air channel2 Evaporator fan (M2/3)3 Evaporator



x

Fig. 4

Cold air is heavy, and drops below the evaporator. The evaporator fan, locatedbelow the evaporator, catches this cold air and circulates it throughout the freezer.Through a foamed-in air duct at the rear of the appliance the cold air is directedinto the freezer.



2.15 VCC Compressor after Index 24/...

F 1411 Vi [USA-CAN]

The compressor speed is controlled via the ambient air NTC. The starting speeddepends on the temperature registered by this NTC.

First speed increase:

With compressor operating time longer than 130 minutes, the speed is increasedby 600 rpm. After a defrost phase, the compressor speed is increased after it hasoperated for 60 minutes.

Second speed increase:

After a further 30 minutes of compressor operation, the speed is increased by 800rpm.

The speed is not reduced while the compressor is operating.x

Appliance status Ambient temperature Speed

[°F] [°C] [rpm]

Normal operation > 98.6 > 37 4000

Normal operation 95 – 98.6 35 – 37 3500

Normal operation ≤ 95 ≤ 35 1600

Super — — 4000

Starting program — — 2000

Defect in ambientair NTC

— — 3000

Table 21



2.16 RemoteVision (Model-Dependent)

The Miele RemoteVision system is designed to send messages directly to Mieleand/or the customer's PC.

The customer's wireless system must meet the following requirements:

– A router that supports an 802.11 wireless standard

– Windows XP or newer operating system

– Cable or DSL modem

See the operating manual for instructions on installing the RemoteVision module.



3 Fault Repair

3.1 Vibrations/Compressor Noises

Cause

In a newly installed appliance, the compressor may have shifted from its mountingduring shipping.

Remedy

A Check the position of the compressor.

A Thoroughly check the copper tubing. Reposition if necessary.

A Check all factory solder joints and any other components connected to thesealed system.

x

Note

Always wear safety glasses when working with sealed-system components.

3.2 Ice Forms on the Interior of the Refrigerator, Freezer and/orCondenser

Cause

Defrost heater defective.

Remedy

A Test defrost heater in service mode. Perform heater test outlined in HeaterTest, 030 4.4.

Cause

Drain heater defective.

Remedy

A Test drain heater in service mode. Perform heater test outlined in Heater Test,030 4.4.

Cause

Drain channel clogged or frozen.



Remedy

A Remove debris; test other components to determine why freezing occurred.

Cause

Door not sealing properly.

Remedy

A Door seal damaged; replace seal.

Cause

Custom door panel improperly installed.

Remedy

A Re-install door panel correctly.

Cause

Hinges damaged.

Remedy

A Replace hinges.

Cause

Decompression valve in the door is open.

Remedy

A Check for proper seating and/or icing of the decompression valve; reseat orreplace as needed.

Cause

Door left open for an extended period of time.

Remedy

A Check for fault codes; close door.



3.3 Fault Code Summary

Symptom

One of the fault codes inTable 10 is shown in the display.

Cause

See Table 10.x

Note

Fault codes marked with an asterisk (*) are not visible to the customer.

Code Displayed as Cause Remedy

F41 F 41Faulty powerelectronic.

Replace powerelectronic.

F111 F 111Freezer air NTCfaulty.1)

Replace freezer airNTC.

F116 F 116Evaporator NTCfaulty.1)

Replaceevaporator NTC.

F120* F 120Voltage below95VAC.

None.

F121 F 121Defectiveicemaker.

See 3).

F122 F 122Ambient air NTCfaulty.1)

Replace ambientair NTC.

F124 F 124

Faulty electricalcomponent.

Test electricalcomponent(s) inservice mode;replace anydefective part(s).

Faulty coolingcircuit.

Check the coolingcircuit.

F127 F 127

Connection pluginsertedincorrectly.

Check the wiringharnessconnecting controland powerelectronics;replace asnecessary.

Faulty control orpower electronic.

Replace the faultyelectronic.



Code Displayed as Cause Remedy

F144* F 144Freezer door openfor 15 minutes.

Close the door.


Close the door.


Close the door.

F1472) F 147

Insufficientventilation to thefreezer. The airgrille in the toekickarea is blocked.

Ensure that thefreezer is properlyventilated.

Faulty condenserfan.

Test the condenserfan in servicemode; replace ifnecessary.

Faulty powerelectronic.

Replace powerelectronic.

Air flap faulty.Check air flap inservice mode.

Table 22: Fault Codes

1) The resistance value of the NTC corresponds to a temperature below -66°F (-55°C) or above 140°F (60°C).

2) In the compressor area, a temperature above 135°F (57°C) was detected 3times, for at least 5 minutes each time. The temperature readings occurred overa span of 127 minutes. During the 127 minutes the compressor is shut off sothat the compressor area can cool down. When this fault occurs, allcomponents are shut off to avoid damaging them from the too-hightemperatures.

3) Do not replace the icemaker without first checking for the following faults: 1.Voltage fluctuations. If the fault code remains after switching the appliance offand on, proceed to Step 2. 2. Faulty water inlet. (Check the water inlet.) 3.Water pressure too low. (Check the water pressure.) 4. Ice cube dispenser(output flap) is blocked. (Check the output flap.) 5. Faulty ice crusher. (Checkthe ice crusher.) Only replace the icemaker after the above 5 possible causeshave been ruled out.

Remedy

A Refer to the respective fault.



4 Service

4.1 Customer Programming

Initial requirements

A Turn on the appliance.

A Touch the thermometer p.

A Touch the freezer icon to access the freezer.

Accessing

A Note the position of the down arrow . (If the current temperature setting isat the minimal setting of -15°F (-26°C) then this icon will not be lit. Touch theup arrow icon to raise the temperature; this will make the down arrowvisible.)

A Touch the thermometer p to turn off the display.

A Press and hold in the area of the down arrow .

A Touch the thermometer p once.

A Hold the down arrow for approximately 4 seconds, until a c appears inthe display.

Acknowledgement indicator

A c appears in the display.

Options

Scroll through, using the arrows, to the desired function (e.g., b). See 030 Table23 for a list of functions. Touch the thermometer p to access the options for thatfunction. For example, if b was selected, b– will be displayed after thethermometer is touched.

Scroll through to the desired option. If an option is flashing, then it can beselected. If it is lit steadily, then it has been programmed. See 030 Table 23 for alist of options for each function.

Touch the thermometer p to save the option. It will now be steadily lit.

Scroll through to – (e.g., b–).

Touch the thermometer p to exit to the list of functions. b (as an example) will nowbe displayed. Scroll to other functions to make changes, or scroll back to c andthen touch the thermometer p to quit.

To quit without saving any changes, close the appliance door or do not touch anyicons for 2 minutes.



x

Customer Programming Settings

Symbol Function Options Factory Setting

c Main menu — —

I-Temperatureformat

l-0: °F°F (I-0)

l-1: °C

r

RemoteVisionmoduleprogramming(USA models only)

r0: Log off

—

r1: Log on

r2: ResetRemoteVisionmodule

r3: ResetRemoteVisionmodule andrestore factorysettings

r4: Ad-hoc mode;reset and start witha standard IPaddress, settingsavailable throughcustomer service(RemoteVisionmodules only)

bButton sounds on/off

b0: Button soundoff

On (b1)b1: Button soundon

h No function No options —

Table 23: Customer Programming Settings



4.2 Service Programming





Accessing

A Note the position of the down arrow . (If the current temperature setting isat the minimal setting of -15°F (-26°C) then this icon will not be lit. Touch theup arrow to raise the temperature; this will make the down arrow visible.)


A Press and hold in the area of the down arrow .

A Touch the thermometer p once.

A Release the down arrow , then touch it again 5 times; hold on the 5th timeuntil a P appears in the display.


A P appears in the display.

Options

Scroll through, using the arrows, to the desired function (e.g., A). See 030 Table24 for a list of functions. Touch the thermometer p to access the options for thatfunction. For example, if A was selected, A– will be displayed after thethermometer is touched.



Scroll through to – (e.g., A–).

Touch the thermometer p to exit to the list of functions. A (as an example) will nowbe displayed. Scroll to other functions to make changes, or scroll back to P andthen touch the thermometer p to quit.

To quit without saving any changes, close the appliance door or do not touch anyicons for 2 minutes.x

Service Programming Settings






P Main menu — —

ARestoring factorysettings

A0: Factorysettings have notbeen changed A0A1: Settings havebeen changed

I-Temperatureformat

l-0: °F°F (I-0)

l-1: °C

r

RemoteVisionmoduleprogramming(USA models only)

r0: Log off

—

r1: Log on

r2: ResetRemoteVisionmodule

r3: ResetRemoteVisionmodule andrestore factorysettings

r4: Ad-hoc mode;reset and start witha standard IPaddress, settingsavailable throughcustomer service(RemoteVisionmodules only)

bButton sounds on/off

b0: Button soundoff

On (b1)b1: Button soundon

n Demo mode on/off

n0: Demo modeoff

Off (n0)n1: Demo modeon1)





hFilterreplacement2)

h0: Filter isinstalled

—h1: Filter is notinstalled (externalfilter)

h2: Confirm filterreplacement

Table 24: Service Programming Settings

1) If the demo mode has been programmed, the display will show -4°F (-20°C).2) If the filter icon is lit or blinking, then the filter needs to be replaced. Filterreplacement must be confirmed for the filter icon to go out.

4.3 Service Mode





Accessing

A Note the position of the down arrow . (If the current temperature setting isat the minimal setting of -15°F (-26°C) then this icon will not be lit. Touch theup arrow to raise the temperature; this will make the down arrow visible.)


A Press and hold in the area of the down arrow. Touch the thermometer p.Release the down arrow icon, then touch it again 3 times; hold on the 3rd timeuntil an S appears in the display.


An S appears in the display.

Options

Scroll through, using the arrows, to the desired function (e.g., F). See 030 Table25 for a list of functions. Touch the thermometer p to access the options for thatfunction. For example, if F was selected, F– will be displayed after thethermometer is touched.





Scroll through to – (e.g., F–).

Touch the thermometer p to exit to the list of functions. F (as an example) will nowbe displayed. Scroll to other functions to make changes, or scroll back to S andthen touch the thermometer p to quit.

To quit without saving any changes, close the appliance door or do not touch anyicons for 2 minutes.x

Service Mode Functions

Symbol Function Options

S Main menu —

C Electronics ID

6-digit ID will display, 2digits at a time. Forexample, _C 00 20 82corresponds to an IDnumber of 2082.

FViewing/deleting savedfaults

F0: No saved faults

F1: At least one savedfault1)

F2: Delete all faults

U Component test

U 01: Compressor

U 02: Defrost heater

U 03: Drain heater

U 04: Condenser fan

U 05: Evaporator fan

U 06: Turn on icemaker

U 07: Turn on stop valve

E Appliance run time

The cumulative runningtime that the appliance isconnected to the powersupply will be shown, 2digits at a time. Forexample, _E 07 20 82corresponds to acumulative running timeof 72082 hours.



Service Mode Functions

Symbol Function Options

J1 Display test

The test will runautomatically. “88” will bedisplayed, then all iconswill alternate betweenyellow and red, then allicons will be white. J– willbe shown when the test isfinished.

J2 Icon test

All icons are backlit.Touch the icons one at atime. The icons will blink.When the icons to the leftof the temperature displayare touched, no tone willsound. When the icons tothe right of thetemperature display blink,a tone will sound. If allicons are in order, J– willdisplay.

LSensor test (software IDs1793 and later)

1: Freezer air NTC

2: Evaporator NTC

3: Ambient air NTC

Table 25: Service Functions

1) A maximum of 10 faults can be saved.x

Note

The door and temperature alarms are suppressed during service mode.



4.4 Heater Test

Note

Steps and amperage readings may vary per heater element.

A Remove the front toekick cover plates.

A Remove the two screws securing the terminal block cover (refer to 030 Fig.36, Item 1). Remove the cover.

A Locate the L or Live 1 line connected to the terminal block (see 030 Fig. 5,Item 1) and clip the multimeter amp clamp to this wire (030 Fig. 5, Item 2).

x

Fig. 5: Test Setup

A Set the multimeter to monitor amps, following the multimeter manufacturer'sinstructions. An amperage reading will automatically show up in the display ofthe multimeter because the appliance will have some components alreadyrunning (lights, fans, compressor, etc.).

A Access service mode (see Service Mode, 030 4.3) and select a heater fromthe list of component tests (see 030 Table 25).

A Monitor the multimeter for an amperage increase.

A If an amperage increase is shown on the multimeter, then the heater elementis functioning. If no increase is registered (i.e. amperage reading stayssteady), then further troubleshooting is required. Other components to checkare thermostats, temperature limiters, wires, relays and the power electronic.



x

Note

Heater elements inside a freezer can require between 10 and 200 watts. Thismeans that an amperage increase from as low as 0.05 amps to as high as 3.00amps could be registered on the multimeter during heater element testing.

4.5 Temperature Test

A Place a temperature probe in between frozen items inside the freezer andclose the door. Wait a few minutes until the temperature reading on the meterstabilizes.

4.6 Removing the Evaporator Cover


A Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.x

Note

In order to avoid scratching the freezer interior, remove the lamp covers.

A Press in the outer lamp covers on the left and right sides (030 Fig. 6, Item 1)and twist counterclockwise to remove (030 Fig. 6, Item 2).

x

Fig. 6: Lamp Cover Removal



A Remove the glass plate from the insulation plate.

A To take off the fascia (030 Fig. 7, Item 1), pull forward to release the mountingclips.

x

Fig. 7: Fascia Removal

Note

The glass plate can fall.

Do not remove the glass plate from the cover strips.

A Press the glass plate to the rear (030 Fig. 8, Item A) and pull down andforward to remove (030 Fig. 8, Item B).

x

Fig. 8: Glass Plate Removal

A Remove the left and right retaining screws from behind (030 Fig. 9, Item 1).



x

Fig. 9: Cover Plate Retaining Screws

A Remove the cover retaining screws (030 Fig. 10, Item 1).

A Unclip the cover plate at the top and pull it out partway (030 Fig. 10).

A Disconnect the NTC connection (030 Fig. 10, Item 2).

A Pull the cover plate out completely.x

Fig. 10: Cover Retaining Screws, NTC Connection



4.7 Removing NTC R30/3 (Freezer Air)


A Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

A Removing the Evaporator Cover, 030 4.6.

A Unclip the NTC to remove (030 Fig. 11, Item 1).x

Fig. 11: NTC R30/3 Removal

4.8 Removing the Lighting Assembly




A Remove the Styrofoam insulation.

A Remove the screws securing the cover (030 Fig. 12, Item 1).

A Remove the cover (030 Fig. 12, Item 2).



x

Fig. 12: Lighting Assembly Cover and Screws

A Disconnect the lighting assembly connection.

A Remove the screws securing the holders (030 Fig. 13, Item 1).x

Fig. 13: Screws Securing the Lighting Assembly Holders

A Press the holders on the left and right inwards. Unclip each holder andremove it downwards (030 Fig. 14, Items A and B).

A Remove the front of the lighting assembly downwards (030 Fig. 14).

A Disconnect all electrical connections to the lighting assembly.

A Remove the lighting assembly with holders.

A Take out the Styrofoam insulation.



x

Fig. 14

4.9 Installing the Lighting Assembly

F 1801 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1811 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1901 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1911 Vi [USA-CAN],F 1801 SF [USA-CAN], F 1811 SF [USA-CAN], F 1901 SF [USA-CAN], F 1911 SF [USA-CAN]x

Danger!

These components have very sharp edges that can cut you or scratch thefreezer interior.


A Fit the holders onto the lighting assembly (030 Fig. 15).x

Fig. 15: Lighting Assembly and Holders

A Insert the lighting assembly partway, leaving enough space for the insulationto be inserted (030 Fig. 16).



x

Fig. 16: Lighting Assembly Insertion

A Insert the Styrofoam insulation.

A Fully insert the lighting assembly.

A For further assembly, follow the removal instructions in reverse order; seeRemoving the Lighting Assembly, 030 4.8.



4.10 Removing the Lighting Assembly Temperature Monitors (1F1,2F1)




A Removing the Lighting Assembly, 030 4.8.

A Remove the appropriate temperature monitor (030 Fig. 17, Item 1).x

Fig. 17: Lighting Assembly Temperature Monitors

4.11 Removing the Drain Channel and Defrost Heaters (R17/5, R17/3)





A Press in the left and right retaining tabs; pull the holder plate forward anddown to remove. See 030 Fig. 18.



x

Fig. 18: Heater Holder Plate Retaining Tabs

A Disconnect the defrost heater connection (030 Fig. 19, Item 1).

A Disconnect the drain channel heater connection (030 Fig. 19, Item 2).



x

Fig. 19: Defrost and Drain Channel Heater Connections

A Remove the holder plate with the heaters.

A Remove the heaters.

4.12 Removing Temperature Limiter F2





A Removing the Drain Channel and Defrost Heaters (R17/5, R17/3), 030 4.11.

A Disconnect the plug connection (030 Fig. 20, Item 1).

A Remove the adhesive strips.

A Cut the cable ties on the temperature limiter.

A Remove the temperature limiter (030 Fig. 20, Item 2).



x

Fig. 20: Temperature Limiter and Connection

4.13 Removing Evaporator NTC R30/4





A Removing the Drain Channel and Defrost Heaters (R17/5, R17/3), 030 4.11.x

Danger!

The evaporator has sharp edges that can cut you.

Warning!

Be careful when moving the evaporator after it has been released from theholders, as it is only held in by the 2 tubes from the appliance to the evaporator.

A Unclip the evaporator from its holders and remove it (030 Fig. 21).



x

Fig. 21: Evaporator Holder

A Disconnect the evaporator NTC connection (030 Fig. 22, Item 1).

A Remove the evaporator NTC from the insulation plate (030 Fig. 22, Item 2).x

Fig. 22: Evaporator NTC and Connection



4.14 Removing Evaporator Fan M2/3






A Remove the retaining screws (030 Fig. 23, Item 1).x

Fig. 23: Bottom Fan Retaining Screws

A Unclip the evaporator from its holders and remove it (030 Fig. 21).

A Disconnect the fan electrical connection (030 Fig. 24, Item 1).

A Remove the retaining screws (030 Fig. 24, Item 2).

A Take out the evaporator fan.x

Fig. 24: Evaporator Fan Connection and Retaining Screws



4.15 Removing Air Flap Motor M28


Note

The air flap motor cannot be replaced separately. It must be replaced as acomplete assembly with the evaporator fan.

A Removing Evaporator Fan M2/3, 030 4.14.

A Install a new evaporator fan.

4.16 Removing Air Flap Switch S60/7


Note

The air flap switch cannot be replaced separately. It must be replaced as acomplete assembly with the evaporator fan.



4.17 Removing the Shelf with Control Electronics



A Take out the drawers.

A Press in the left and right retainers (tabs) with your fingers (030 Fig. 25, ItemA) while pulling the shelf slightly forward (030 Fig. 25, Item B).



x

Fig. 25: Shelf Removal

A Disconnect the two Molex connections (030 Fig. 26, Items A and B).

A Remove the shelf.x

Fig. 26



Note

Lay the shelf on a smooth, clean surface so that it won't get scratched.

4.18 Removing the Power Electronic/Condenser Fan


A Remove the front toekick cover plates.x

Fig. 27

A Remove the T-20 screw from the bottom of the center wall at the base of theappliance (030 Fig. 27, Item 1).



x

Fig. 28: Center Wall and Wiring Harness

A Pull the center wall slightly forward (030 Fig. 28, Item A).

A Disconnect the wiring harness.



x

Fig. 29

A Cut through the cable ties (030 Fig. 29, Item 1).

A Disconnect the fan connection (030 Fig. 29, Item 2).

A Pull the center wall out completely.



4.19 Installing the Power Electronic/Condenser Fanx

Note

Ensure that the seal (030 Fig. 30, Item 1) is not pushed out of position.x

Fig. 30

A For installation, follow the removal instructions in reverse order; seeRemoving the Power Electronic/Condenser Fan, 030 4.18

4.20 Removing the Power Electronic




A Removing the Power Electronic/Condenser Fan, 030 4.18.

A Remove the screws securing the cover (030 Fig. 31, Item 1) and take off thecover.



x

Fig. 31

A Remove the screws securing the holder (030 Fig. 32, Item 1).

A Disconnect the power electronic connections (030 Fig. 32, Item 2).

A Take off the protective foil (030 Fig. 32, Item 3).

A Unclip and remove the power electronic.



x

Fig. 32: Power Electronic Holder, Connections, and Protective Foil

4.21 Removing Condenser Fan M2/1





A Take out the condenser fan (030 Fig. 33, Item 1).



x

Fig. 33



4.22 Condenser Fan M2/1 Installation



A Ensure that the direction of air flow is correct (030 Fig. 34).x

Fig. 34: Condenser Fan Air Flow



4.23 Transformer (T1) Removal




A Remove the rear toekick cover plates.

A Remove the transformer retaining bracket. See 030 Fig. 35, Item 1.x

Fig. 35: Transformer Retaining Bracket

A Remove the transformer.

A Disconnect the transformer electrical connections.



4.24 Terminal Block X3/1 Removal




A Remove the two screws securing the terminal block cover (030 Fig. 36, Item1). Remove the cover.

x

Fig. 36

4.25 Removing the Evaporator Cover

F 1411 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1411 SF [USA-CAN]

A Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.x

Note

In order to avoid scratching the appliance interior, remove the lamp covers.

A Press in the top lamp covers (030 Fig. 37, Item 1) and twist counterclockwiseto remove (030 Fig. 37, Item 2).



x

Fig. 37

A Take off the fascia.x

Note

The glass plate can fall.

Do not remove the glass plate from the cover strips.

A Press the glass plate to the rear (030 Fig. 38, Item A) and pull down andforward to remove (030 Fig. 38, Item B).



x

Fig. 38: Glass Plate Removal

A Remove the left and right retaining screws from behind (030 Fig. 39, Item 1).x

Fig. 39: Cover Plate Retaining Screws

A Remove the cover retaining screws (030 Fig. 40, Item 1).

A Unclip the cover plate at the top and remove it from the appliance (030 Fig.40).



x

Fig. 40

4.26 Removing NTC R30/3 (Freezer Air)




A Unclip the NTC to remove (030 Fig. 41, Item 1).x

Fig. 41: NTC R30/3 Removal



4.27 Removing the Lighting Assembly




A Disconnect the NTC connection.

A Remove the Styrofoam insulation.


A Remove the cover (030 Fig. 42, Item 2).x

Fig. 42

A Disconnect the lighting assembly connection.

A Remove the screws securing the holders (030 Fig. 43, Item 1).



x

Fig. 43: Screws Securing the Lighting Assembly Holders

A Press the holders on the left and right inwards. Unclip each holder andremove it downwards (030 Fig. 44, Items A and B).

A Remove the front of the lighting assembly downwards (030 Fig. 44).

A Remove the lighting assembly with holders.

A Take out the Styrofoam insulation.x

Fig. 44: Lighting Assembly Removal



4.28 Installing the Lighting Assembly

Danger!

These components have very sharp edges that can cut you or scratch thefreezer interior.


A Fit the holders onto the lighting assembly (030 Fig. 45).x

Fig. 45: Lighting Assembly and Holders

A Insert the lighting assembly partway, leaving enough space for the insulationto be inserted (030 Fig. 46).

x

Fig. 46: Lighting Assembly Insertion



A Insert the Styrofoam insulation.

A Fully insert the lighting assembly.

A For further assembly, follow the removal instructions in reverse order; seeRemoving the Lighting Assembly, 030 4.27.

4.29 Removing the Lighting Assembly Temperature Monitors (1F1,2F1)



A Removing the Evaporator Cover, 030 4.25


A Remove the appropriate temperature monitor (030 Fig. 47, Item 1).x

Fig. 47: Lighting Assembly Temperature Monitors

4.30 Removing the Drain Channel and Defrost Heaters (R17/5, R17/3)





A Press in the left and right retaining tabs; pull the holder plate forward anddown to remove. See 030 Fig. 48.



x

Fig. 48: Heater Holder Plate Retaining Tabs

A Disconnect the defrost heater connection (030 Fig. 49, Item 1).

A Disconnect the drain channel heater connection (030 Fig. 49, Item 2).



x

Fig. 49

A Remove the holder plate with the heaters.

A Remove the heaters.



4.31 Removing Temperature Limiter F2






A Disconnect the plug connection (030 Fig. 50, Item 1).

A Remove the adhesive strips.

A Cut the cable ties on the temperature limiter.

A Remove the temperature limiter (030 Fig. 50, Item 2).x

Fig. 50



4.32 Removing Evaporator NTC R30/4





A Removing the Drain Channel and Defrost Heaters (R17/5, R17/3), 030 4.30.x

Danger!

The evaporator has sharp edges that can cut you.

Warning!

Be careful when moving the evaporator after it has been released from theholders, as it is only held in by the 2 tubes from the appliance to the evaporator.

A Unclip the evaporator from its holders and remove it (030 Fig. 51).x

Fig. 51

A Disconnect the evaporator NTC connection (030 Fig. 52, Item 1).

A Remove the evaporator NTC from the insulation plate (030 Fig. 52, Item 2).



x

Fig. 52: Evaporator NTC and Connection

4.33 Removing Evaporator Fan M2/3






A Remove the retaining screws (030 Fig. 53, Item 1).x

Fig. 53: Evaporator Fan Retaining Screws

A Unclip the evaporator from its holders and remove it.

A Disconnect the electrical connection.


A Take out the evaporator fan.



x

Fig. 54: Evaporator Fan Connection and Retaining Screws

4.34 Removing Air Flap Motor M28

F 1411 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1411 SF [USA-CAN]x

Note

The air flap motor cannot be replaced separately. It must be replaced as acomplete assembly with the evaporator fan.



4.35 Removing Air Flap Switch S60/7

F 1411 Vi [USA-CAN], F 1411 SF [USA-CAN]x

Note

The air flap switch cannot be replaced separately. It must be replaced as acomplete assembly with the evaporator fan.





4.36 Removing the Shelf with Control Electronics



A Remove the drawers.

A Press in the left and right release clips (tabs) with your fingers (030 Fig. 55,Item A) and at the same time pull the shelf forwards slightly, about one inch(030 Fig. 55, Item B).

x

Fig. 55: Shelf Removal

A Disconnect the Molex connection (030 Fig. 56, Items A and B).

A Remove the shelf.



x

Fig. 56

Note

Lay the shelf on a smooth, clean surface so that it won't get scratched.

4.37 Removing the Power Electronic







x

Fig. 57


A Take off the cover.

A Remove the screws securing the holder (030 Fig. 58, Item 1).

A Disconnect the power electronic connections (030 Fig. 58, Item 2).

A Take off the protective foil (030 Fig. 58, Item 3).

A Unclip the power electronic and remove it.



x

Fig. 58

4.38 Removing Condenser Fan M2/1





A Take out the condenser fan (030 Fig. 59, Item 1).



x

Fig. 59

4.39 Condenser Fan M2/1 Installation


A Ensure that the direction of air flow is correct (030 Fig. 60).



x

Fig. 60: Condenser Fan Air Flow



4.40 Transformer 1T1 Removal





A Disconnect the transformer electrical connection.

A Remove the screws securing the transformer (030 Fig. 61, Item 1).

A Remove the transformer.x

Fig. 61: Transformer 1T1








A Disconnect the transformer electrical connection.

A Remove the transformer retaining screws (030 Fig. 62, Item 1).










A Disconnect the transformer electrical connection (030 Fig. 63, Item 1).

A Remove the transformer retaining screws (030 Fig. 63, Item 2).





4.43 Terminal Block X3/1 Removal




A Remove the two screws securing the terminal block cover (030 Fig. 64, Item1). Remove the cover.

x

Fig. 64: Terminal Block Cover and Screws

4.44 Water Intake Valve (1Y63, 2Y63) Removal



A Disconnect the two electrical connections (030 Fig. 65, Item 1).

A Remove the retaining screw (030 Fig. 65, Item 2).



x

Fig. 65:Water Intake Valve Connections and Retaining Screw

4.45 Removing Ambient Air NTC R30/8


A Remove the front toekick cover plates.x

Fig. 66

A Unclip and remove the ambient air NTC (030 Fig. 66, Item 1).



4.46 Replacing Ambient Air NTC R30/8

A Removing Ambient Air NTC R30/8, 030 4.45.

A With power disconnected, cut the wires for the NTC.

A Use connectors to attach the new R30/8 NTC.

4.47 Removing the Door Contact Switchx

Note

The magnet to activate the reed switch is located on the appliance door, behinda cover (030 Fig. 67, Item 1).x

Fig. 67

A Lever off the cover with the lid opener (030 Fig. 68, Item 1).

A Carefully remove the reed switch module (030 Fig. 68, Item 2).



x

Fig. 68

Fig. 69

1 Reed switch2 Relay



4.48 Compressor Relay Test



A Reconnect the appliance to the power supply and switch it on.

A Check for voltage (120VAC) at the connector going into the relay (see 030Fig. 70, Item 1).

A If there is no voltage at this relay connection, then check for 120 volts AC atthe power electronic. If there is no voltage at the power electronic, thenreplace the power electronic.

A If there is 120 volts AC at the relay connection, then test the compressor. SeeCompressor Test, 030 4.49.

x

Fig. 70



4.49 Compressor Test


A Remove the relay connection (030 Fig. 70, Item 1) and ground wire (030 Fig.70, Item 2) from the compressor.

A There are three terminals on the compressor: X (start winding), Y (runwinding), and C (common). See 030 Fig. 71. Using an ohmmeter, test theresistance between each two terminals. The resistance between terminals Xand C and Y and C should be between 5 and 7 ohms. The resistancebetween terminals X and Y should be the total of the first two measurements.Also, check each terminal to ground to verify that no continuity exists.

A If the resistance measurements are within specifications, then replace therelay. If these measurements are not within specifications, then a sealedsystem repair will be required to replace the compressor.

x

Fig. 71: Compressor Terminals



4.50 Compressor Relay Removal



A Remove the stop valve cover.

A Move the stop valve to one side.

A Remove the terminal block cover. See 030 Fig. 64, Item 1.

A Move the terminal block to one side.

A Disconnect the ground, blue and brown wires from the relay. See 030 Fig. 70,Items 1 and 2.

A Release the spring clip securing the relay to the compressor.

A Remove the relay and capacitor together.

4.51 Compressor Removal


A Remove the screws securing the back of the compressor.

A Remove the retaining screw at the front right.x

Danger!

Possible water damage. The plastic tray that catches the water from anoverflowing evaporator pan must not be damaged.

A Slide a metal sheet under the compressor to protect the plastic tray (030 Fig.72, Item 1).

A Lever the compressor off to remove (030 Fig. 72, Item A).



x

Fig. 72


A Pull off the rubber seal (030 Fig. 73, Item 2).x

Fig. 73



4.52 Compressor Installation

A Screw in the retaining screw at the front left (030 Fig. 74, Item 1).

A Press the rubber seal into the compressor holder (030 Fig. 74, Item 2).

A Coat the rubber seal with a lubricant (such as liquid dish detergent).

A Install the compressor (030 Fig. 74).

A Secure the compressor into position.x

Fig. 74

4.53 Refrigerant Stop Valve Y30/1 Removal

F 1411 Vi [USA-CAN] , F 1411 SF [USA-CAN]



A Remove the screw securing the valve cover (030 Fig. 75, Pos. 1) and removethe cover.

A Remove the valve.



x

Fig. 75: Valve Cover

4.54 Side by Side Combination Separationx

Fig. 76

A Remove the top cover strip (030 Fig. 76, Pos. 1).

A Remove the top frame (030 Fig. 76, Pos. A).

A For additional instructions, see the installation manual.



4.55 Optical Interface (MDU) Position Indication

A Press and hold the thermometer p for 10 seconds. A yellow LED in the farright of the control panel will illuminate faintly to indicate where the MDU/optical interface should be placed.

A If no light comes on after 10 seconds, turn the main power off and on, andpress and hold the thermometer again.

A Always connect the MDU to the appliance being serviced. This is the bestway to monitor and operate the appliance, because all motors, fans andcompressors can be operated, and all switches, NTCs and valves can bemonitored.



032 Icemaker

2 Function

2.1 Icemaker NTC (R30/21)

Located under the ice-cube drawer (catch bin).

When this NTC reaches 5°F (-15°C), ice-cube dispensing is initiated via theelectronic. Subsequently, the solenoids are activated and water intake started.

This NTC also protects the icemaker from emitting too much heat into the freezer.

2.2 Ice Cube Production

1. The ice-cube drawer (catch bin) must be inserted. (Checked by opticalsensor (032 2.3 Optical Sensor) located behind the spring-loaded switchcover at the rear of the icemaker.)

2. The ice-cube tray shifts into the home position, the water valves energize,and water flows in.

3. Water freezes until NTC R30/21 drops below 5°F (-15°C), then there is a 15-minute pause.

4. The icemaker motor energizes. The ice tray spins 180 degrees and theheating element under the tray turns on. The ice cubes drop out of the trayinto the catch bin. There is a second optical sensor to monitor if ice cubeshave fallen. This sensor also monitors for a full catch bin and shuts down icemaking.

5. The icemaker motor drives the ice tray back to its home position when all icehas dropped so that water can flow in again.



2.3 Optical Sensor

The optocoupler consists of an infrared transmitter (LED) (032 Fig. 1, Item 1) anda receiver (032 Fig. 1, Item 2). If the ice-cube drawer is inserted, light is sent fromthe transmitter to the receiver, and ice cubes are produced. If the drawer is full ofice cubes, the light signal is blocked by the ice cubes and ice-cube production isstopped.x

Fig. 1

2.4 Water Filter

The water filter must be replaced after a prescribed amount of time or water used(about every 6 months, but it depends on how many ice cubes are produced).Filter replacement notification occurs in 2 stages.

Stage 1: After 23 weeks of runtime or 665 gallons (2520 liters) of water the filtericon in the display will turn red.

Stage 2: If the filter is not replaced, the filter icon will blink after 26 weeks or 739gallons (2800 liters) of water.

Filter replacement can be confirmed either by the customer (see the operatingmanual) or in service programming mode (see 030 Table 24).

If the appliance is connected to a home water supply, the use of an external filtercan be programmed in service programming mode. See 030 Table 24.x

Note

If an external filter is used, a bypass cartridge must be inserted in place of theappliance's water filter. Contact Miele to purchase a bypass cartridge.



3 Fault Repair

3.1 Icemaker Fault Code Summary

Symptom

If multiple faults occur, only the most recent fault will be displayed.

Cause

See the table.x

Note

The fault code is displayed via the LED flashing rhythm.

If the LED flashes once slowly, then a fault exists. This flashing is not part of thefault indication.

L-EDfla-sh-esxti-m-es

LE-Dfla-sh-esxti-m-es


Cause Remedy

1 1 1

Ice production cycle is interrupted.

Start icemaker self-test and see if ice trayrotates. If tray does not rotate, checkicemaker for mechanical blockage. If there isa mechanical blockage, then replaceicemaker.

1 2 1

1 3 1

1 4 1Faulty ice-tray heater or icemaker electronic(3N1).

Heater and electronic are not replaceable;replace icemaker.

2 1 1

Icemaker sensor fault.

Switch appliance off and on. If fault code isnot displayed again, then this was atemporary fault. Inform customer accordingly.If fault code is displayed again, replaceicemaker because sensor is not replaceable.

2 2 1

2 3 1 Internal icemaker fault. Replace icemaker.

2 4 1The appliance door was open during theicemaker self-test. Close the door.

Tape the door switch down.

3 1 1 Internal icemaker fault.

Switch appliance off and on. If fault code isnot displayed again, then this was atemporary fault. Inform customer accordingly.If fault code is displayed again, replaceicemaker.

3 1 2 Icemaker motor faulty.

Switch appliance off and on. If fault code isnot displayed again, then this was atemporary fault. Inform customer accordingly.If fault code is displayed again, replaceicemaker because motor is not replaceable.






Cause Remedy

3 1 3 Icemaker water fill valve faulty.Check water fill valve. If valve is okay, replaceicemaker.

3 1 4 Ice tray heater faulty.

Switch appliance off and on. If fault code isnot displayed again, then this was atemporary fault. Inform customer accordingly.If fault code is displayed again, replaceicemaker because heater is not replaceable.

3 1 5 Icemaker inlet water heater faulty.Check resistance of inlet heater according towiring diagram. Should be 7kΩ. If resistanceis okay, replace icemaker.

3 2 1 Internal icemaker fault.


3 2 2 Icemaker motor faulty.

Switch appliance off and on. If fault code isnot displayed again, then this was atemporary fault. Inform customer accordingly.If fault code is displayed again, replaceicemaker because motor is not replaceable.

3 2 3 Icemaker water fill valve faulty.Check water fill valve. If valve is okay, replaceicemaker.

3 2 4 Ice tray heater faulty.

Switch appliance off and on. If fault code isnot displayed again, then this was atemporary fault. Inform customer accordingly.If fault code is displayed again, replaceicemaker because heater is not replaceable.

3 2 5 Icemaker inlet water heater faulty.Check resistance of inlet heater according towiring diagram. Should be 7kΩ. If resistanceis okay, replace icemaker.

3 3 2

Internal icemaker fault.


3 3 3

3 3 4

3 3 5

3 4 2

3 4 3

3 4 4

3 4 5

4 1 1

4 2 1

4 3 1

4 4 1

5 1 1 Input voltage is too high.Check input voltage.

5 2 1 Input voltage is too low.






Cause Remedy

5 3 1

Internal icemaker fault.

Switch appliance off and on. If fault code isnot displayed again, then this was atemporary fault. Inform customer accordingly.If fault code is displayed again, check waterinlet heater at back of appliance. If heater isfunctioning, replace icemaker.

5 4 1

5 5 1

Table 1: Icemaker Fault Codes

Remedy

A Switch the appliance off and back on. If the fault LED flashes, check thefollowing.

A Test the water intake function.

A Test whether the water pressure is sufficient.

A Check if the ice-cube dispensing valve is blocked.

A Check if the ice crusher is blocked.x

Note

Before replacing the icemaker, rule out all other possible causes.

A Replace the icemaker. See Icemaker Removal, 032 4.2 or Icemaker Removal,032 4.3.



4 Service

4.1 Icemaker Self-Test

A Before replacing the icemaker, perform this self-test. If the icemaker isdisplaying any error codes (LED flashes) before starting the self-test, note theerror codes and refer to 032 Table 1 for diagnosis and action.

A Otherwise, proceed to the self-test below.x

Note

Check that the:

• appliance is in normal operating mode

• icemaker is enabled (“ice” icon is yellow)

• door switch is not fixed/taped down (door is “open”)

• catch bin is properly inserted (not pressing on the button below theicemaker)

A Press the ice icon to disable the icemaker (“ice” icon is white).

A Tape the door switch in the “door closed” position.

A Press the on/off button to switch the appliance off.

A Wait 10 seconds.

A Press the on/off button to switch the appliance on.

A “Open” the door (un-tape the door switch).

A Press the thermometer p icon.

A Press the ice icon to enable the icemaker, within 70 seconds of switching theappliance on (“ice” is now yellow).

A Wait exactly 5 seconds.

A Press the ice button again to disable the icemaker (“ice” is white).

A “Close” the door again (re-tape the door switch).

A The icemaker LED will start flashing at a rate of one flash per second toindicate that the icemaker is in self-test mode. After approximately oneminute, the ice tray will start to rotate (icemaker LED stops flashing). Once theice tray resets (rotates back to its starting position), the icemaker’s electricalcomponents (heaters, valves, etc.) will be powered.



A A short flash of the service LED indicates that a step was performedsuccessfully.

A Otherwise, the service LED will flash with the appropriate fault code.

4.2 Icemaker Removal


Note

There are no replaceable components in the icemaker. The icemaker can onlybe replaced as a complete assembly.

A Take out the drawers.

A Lever off the screw caps (032 Fig. 2, Item 1).


A Take off the cover (032 Fig. 2, Item 3).x

Fig. 2

A Lever off the cover to remove (032 Fig. 3, Items A and B).x

Fig. 3



A Lever off the holders; push back to remove (032 Fig. 4, Items A and B).x

Fig. 4

A Lever off the screw caps.


A Take off the fascia (032 Fig. 5, Item A).x

Fig. 5

A Remove the screw securing the cover (032 Fig. 6, Item 1).

A Take off the cover concealing the connection (032 Fig. 6).

A Disconnect the connection.


A Take out the icemaker.



x

Fig. 6

4.3 Icemaker Removal



A Remove the fascia (032 Fig. 7, Item A).x

Fig. 7

A Lever off the screw caps (032 Fig. 8).


A Remove the fascia (032 Fig. 8, Item A).



x

Fig. 8

A Lever off the screw caps (032 Fig. 9).


A Remove the fascia (032 Fig. 9, Item A).x

Fig. 9


A Remove the cover over the connection (032 Fig. 10).

A Disconnect the connection.


A Take out the icemaker.



x

Fig. 10



040 Technical Service Bulletins

4 Service

4.1 How to Make Sure the Door Switch is Working

A All single-door units and the refrigerator compartments of bottom-mount unitsuse a magnetic actuator to signal the door closure. If the door closure is notrecognized, the unit will not cool properly. When opening and closing thedoor, you should hear an audible click generated by the door switch relay inthe upper section of the refrigerator.

A If this seems to be the case, remove and inspect the magnetic actuator. Theinner magnet is polarized and marked with a red dot. Be sure that this redmark is visible and pointing down towards the door.

4.2 Control Electronic on Some Cooling Appliances May RandomlyStop Responding

A The cause of this behavior is the reed relay board found on any fridge orfreezer units that use the magnetic door cam on top of the door.

A To remedy this situation, replace the reed relay board, part number 07159390.When replacing this board, observe the following:

A Turn off the unit. 110V is present on this component when the unit is on!

A Remove the cover using your Miele tool.

A Carefully slide out the relay board – you may need to use needlenose pliers.

A Insert the replacement part – be sure it is fully seated.



4.3 Refrigerator Door Reminder

A This reminder applies to all Miele Independence refrigeration products.

A Under no circumstances are we to attempt to change the hinge orientation ofany unit. All refrigeration units are available in left or right hinged models(except the 18” freezers – these are all left-hinged).

A The answer is always no.

4.4 How to Replace the Rear Wheels on a Refrigerator

A Uninstall the refrigerator and secure it to a refrigeration dolly.

A This procedure is for the RIGHT rear wheel.

A Remove black toekick and upper rear cover from refrigerator.

A Remove the E-clips securing the 8mm hex adjustment to the bracket at thefront of the unit. On the bottom of the refrigerator is a Phillips-head screw nextto the wheel. Turn the Phillips-head screw counterclockwise to totally unscrewthe assembly from the bottom of the refrigerator.

A The flexible cable is routed through a metal tube. Depending on the amount ofdamage to the cable, you can slide it out of the tube. I was not able to do this.I used a hacksaw to cut the cable where it meets the top of the screw andthen removed all pieces (flexible cable with metal tube, wheel assembly).

A To install the new wheel, simply route the flexible cable (without the metaltube – it is not listed on the ETD either?) up through the bottom of therefrigerator, and screw the new wheel assembly into place. Reinstall the E-clips securing the 8mm hex adjustment to the bracket at the front of the unit.Turn the 8mm hex adjustment to make sure that the new wheel lowers andrises.

A If you need to replace the LEFT rear wheel, simply remove the upper andlower back covers to gain access to the mechanism. Follow the sameprocedure as for the RIGHT rear wheel.

A It took us approximately 1 hour to replace both RIGHTand LEFTwheels in acustomer’s home. Good luck!



4.5 Refrigeration Merge Kits: Replacement Cover Strip Is NowAvailable

A If the white cosmetic cover strip that goes between merged refrigeration unitsshould become damaged, it can now be ordered as a separate part. The partnumber is 07630730.

4.6 MasterCool Touch Controls Do Not Respond

A In some areas of the country, customers may experience the inability toaccess the touch controls on the MasterCool electronic. The touch controlsdo not respond. This happens randomly and is most likely caused bytransients on the power line. In some areas it may happen so infrequently thatit is not noticed. The immediate way to resolve this is to have the customerpower-cycle the unit using the rocker switch underneath the division plate.

A To permanently resolve the problem, the control electronic must be replaced.All new control electronics in stock have an updated software ID thateliminates this problem. Remember that the control electronic is sealed intothe division plate (‘tray, operating unit’), so the whole tray needs to bereplaced. See the parts CD for specific part numbers and the technicaldocumentation for the replacement procedure.

A MOST IMPORTANT: 1) When creating the incident notes, use the phrase‘Control Deadlock’ or ‘Controls unresponsive’. This will help us track thesecases. 2) The division plate must be replaced by a technician who has theMDU software & hardware. After installation, the serial number must beprogrammed into the new division plate or remote vision will stop working.

4.7 All about Master Cool and Icemakers

A All Miele refrigeration units that are freezers or contain freezers have anautomatic ice cube maker. All units use the same basic icemaker (the F 1471uses a different part number because of the dispensing functions). There isno option to have a freezer compartment without an icemaker.

A Ice production:

A The owners’ manual states that the icemaker can produce approx. 140 cubesper day. This is under ideal conditions. The key phrase here is ‘approx.’. Thereare many variables that can affect the number of ice cubes produced. Themain variable is temperature. The icemaker will not produce any ice if thetemperature is 5°F or higher. Ice production will be much better at -10°F.

A The temperature of the incoming water can also have an effect on how long ittakes for the cubes to freeze. The incoming water passes through a filter thatis located inside the core of the condenser. Normally this is a warm area tobegin with, but a missing or improperly installed air separator can cause thiszone to be 20° warmer than normal.



A In bottom-mount units it is also possible for ice cubes to pile up and block theinfrared sensor that detects when the bin is full. The easy answer to this is tohave the customer just shake or rattle the cubes so that they are all level inthe bin. A large number of door openings can also slow down the productionprocess.

A It’s also very possible that low water pressure or a low flow rate can preventall seven cups from completely filling with water. In this case, the icemaker willharvest normally, but with a reduced number of cubes. A frequent cause forthis is a defective or clogged saddle (piercing) valve. This valve is commonlyused to tap into a home’s plumbing to provide water to the icemaker.

A IN SUMMARY: Many customers will not always have the ideal conditions toproduce the maximum quantity of ice. Discuss these tips with the customer. Aservice call is not necessary.

A “The ice cubes are stuck together”: This is normal. Each time the icemakerperforms a harvest, a heater comes on for a few seconds in the icemakermold to loosen the cubes. When the cubes drop, they are slightly wet. Thismeans that they may stick together. This is a very loose “sticking” and theyare easily separated. Again, a daily shakedown of the cubes will keep this to aminimum.

A “The ice cubes are cloudy”: This is normal. When freezing a stationaryquantity of water, the outside or the top freezes first. As the rest of the cubefreezes, air molecules dissolved in the water begin to get squeezed by theexpanding ice. These air molecules get trapped inside the ice cube asbubbles, giving that cloudy appearance.

A No ice: A customer complaint of no ice should be thoroughly investigated. Inthe field, have the servicer check the freezer temperature with athermocouple before opening the freezer door for any length of time. Alsohave the servicer collect a data dump with the MDU (where possible). Thisdata will be used to determine if the ‘no ice’ condition is the symptom of adifferent problem. • Make sure the icemaker is turned on. The word “ICE”should be orange on the control panel. If it is white, then the icemaker isturned off. • Make sure the water supply is connected and turned on. • Makesure that the freezer temperature is set (and really is) lower than 5°F. • Makesure that the freezer circulation fan comes on and there is airflow when thedoor is closed. • Make sure that the ice bin is properly seated and nothing isblocking the infrared sensor.

A No ice with F0121 icemaker fault: • On new installations, remove thetoekick/grille and check the electrical connections to the water valves. Theinstaller may have inadvertently knocked the Molex connector off one of thevalves. • Make sure the icemaker is not physically blocked in any way; checkfor packing materials or an improperly installed ice bin. Check for a stuck icecube somewhere around the tray. • Reset the power to the unit; the F0121may have been caused by a power line transient. • Since there are no user-serviceable parts in the icemaker, the last resort is to replace the icemaker aslong as all other conditions are nominal.



4.8 Icemaker Diagnosis Update

A We’ve published many guidelines for diagnosing a ‘No Ice’ situation. Recentlyit has been discovered that there is a remote possibility that the water linebetween the inlet valves and the icemaker could be kinked. It is possible tocarefully cut out the damaged section and re-attach the line to the inlet valve.If you find that this has occurred, please notify Engineering Services.

4.9 Advanced Icemaker Troubleshooting

A This bulletin applies to bottom-mount models and single-door freezersEXCEPT the F 1471 dispenser model. Please see the service manual tounderstand the slight differences in the wiring plan.

A The purpose of this bulletin is to illustrate how to narrow down the cause of a‘no ice’ complaint. Specifically, these methods will rule out externalcomponents as the cause. The overall health of the freezer should bevalidated before executing these procedures; i.e. temperature, water supply,air flow, etc. The parameters of these values can be found in a previous icebulletin.

A Recently, some technical representatives have been under the impressionthat the division plate (control electronic) should be replaced in the case of a‘no ice’ complaint. Nothing could be further from the truth. The only reason weare routinely replacing control electronics is to remedy/prevent the touchcontrols from locking up. Any software ID 16XX or lower should be replacedfor this reason. Refer to the original service bulletin on 9iw for the pinouts forthe icemaker socket.

A The F 1471 has a second plug/socket for the dispenser functions. Do notconfuse the two. In other single-door units or bottom-mounts thissocket may be inverted. In any case, the relationship between the pinsand the Molex locking clip is the same. Use the position of this clip andthe green ground wire to orient yourself.

A Note: Refer to 040 Fig. 1 for the following tests.



A Perform the following tests with the unit powered on: Power - check for linevoltage (120VAC) between pins 10 and 11. This power passes through thepower electronic, so if there is no voltage here the power electronic is faulty.On/Off signal – Check for DC voltage between pins 1 and 2. If the icemakeris selected on (‘ICE’ = orange), you should find 5 volts here. If the icemaker isselected off (‘ICE’ = white) you will find one volt or less here. If you cannottoggle between these two states, it’s possible the problem can be either withthe power or control electronic. Since we cannot observe the communicationbetween the two boards, both electronics should be replaced. Door signal –Check for continuity between pins 11 and 12. There should be no continuitywhen the door is open. Trip the door switch with a magnet (single-doormodels) or manually press the freezer door switch (bottom-mounts).Simulating door closure in this manner will result in full continuity between thetwo pins. Any errors in toggling between these two states should beinvestigated with the reed relay board (single-door) or the mechanical doorswitch (bottom-mounts).

A The following continuity tests should be executed with the power off: Inletheater – You should find a resistance of 7 – 8 kΩ between pins 3 and 4. If thiscircuit is open, the icemaker will generate a fault and blink the error sequence3-3-5. Check the inlet heater; it may be unplugged. This part can only bereached from the rear of the machine.Water valves – You should find aresistance between pins 7 and 8 of 0.6Ω. If this circuit is open, the icemakerwill generate a fault and blink the error sequence 3-2-3. Check the inlet valves– one may be unplugged.

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A Warning: Exercise caution when checking voltages. Any short circuitsor accidental feeding of 120 volts to a low-voltage point could causeirreparable damage to the Molex or wiring harness. The unit would needto be replaced.



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