Operating and Installation
Instructions
Refrigerators
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions
before installation or use.
en-US M.-Nr. 10 865 900
Contents
2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 4
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 12
Saving energy .................................................................................................... 13
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 15
Control panel....................................................................................................... 15
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 17
Accessories supplied ..................................................................................... 17
Optional accessories...................................................................................... 17
Switching on and off ......................................................................................... 19
Cleaning the refrigerator................................................................................. 19
Switching off for longer periods of time .............................................................. 20
The correct temperature................................................................................... 21
... in the refrigerator section ................................................................................ 21
Temperature display ............................................................................................ 21
Setting the temperature....................................................................................... 21
Using Automatic SuperCool............................................................................. 22
Automatic SuperCool function ............................................................................ 22
Door alarm ......................................................................................................... 23
Door alarm........................................................................................................... 23
Turning the door alarm off early ..................................................................... 23
Selecting additional settings............................................................................ 24
Settings mode ..................................................................................................... 24
Activating and deactivating the safety lock.................................................... 24
Storing food in the refrigerator section........................................................... 26
Different storage zones ....................................................................................... 26
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ....................... 27
Notes on buying food.......................................................................................... 28
Storing food correctly.......................................................................................... 28
Adjusting the interior fittings............................................................................ 29
Adjusting the door shelf/bottle shelf ................................................................... 29
Moving the shelves.............................................................................................. 29
Adjusting the bottle holder .................................................................................. 29
Moving the carbon filter ...................................................................................... 30
Defrosting........................................................................................................... 31
Contents
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Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 32
Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 32
Preparing the appliance for cleaning................................................................... 33
Cleaning the interior and accessories ................................................................. 34
Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 35
Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 35
Starting up the appliance after cleaning ............................................................. 35
Replacing the carbon filters ................................................................................ 36
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 37
Causes of noises ............................................................................................... 43
Customer Service.............................................................................................. 44
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 44
Appliance warranty and product registration ...................................................... 44
Installation.......................................................................................................... 45
Installation ........................................................................................................... 45
Side-by-side................................................................................................... 45
Installation location ........................................................................................ 45
Ventilation....................................................................................................... 46
Door panel...................................................................................................... 47
Before installing the appliance ....................................................................... 48
Installation dimensions........................................................................................ 49
Installation dimensions................................................................................... 49
Changing the door hinges ................................................................................... 51
Adjusting the door hinge ..................................................................................... 54
Adjusting the door hinges .............................................................................. 54
Limiting the opening angle of the appliance door.......................................... 54
Building in the appliance ..................................................................................... 55
To install the appliance, you will need the following tools:............................. 55
Parts required for installation: ........................................................................ 55
Preparing the appliance ................................................................................. 55
Positioning the appliance ............................................................................... 57
Aligning the refrigeration appliance................................................................ 58
Installing a continuous toe-kick facing........................................................... 59
Securing the appliance in the niche ............................................................... 60
Installing the door panel ................................................................................. 60
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 64
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety require-
ments. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
material damage.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully be-
fore using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They con-
tain important information on safety, installation, use, and mainte-
nance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging
your refrigeration appliance.
Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the
instructions in the chapter on installing the refrigeration appliance,
as well as the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owner.
Appropriate use
This appliance is intended for use in the home and similar environ-
ments.
This appliance is not intended for use outdoors, in damp environ-
ments or in places exposed to rain.
This refrigeration appliance is intended for domestic use only for
the cool storage of food and drink.
Any other usage is at the owner’s risk and could be dangerous.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping
cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations, or other simi-
lar substances or products that are subject to the Medical Device Di-
rective. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such purposes
may cause deterioration of the items stored. The refrigeration appli-
ance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of ex-
plosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
This refrigeration appliance may only be used by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised while using
it.
The refrigeration appliance may only be used by these people with-
out supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way
and recognize and understand the consequences of incorrect opera-
tion.
Safety with children
To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or
near the appliance.
Ensure that any packing material is disposed of safely and kept
out of the reach of children. DANGER of suffocation!
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Technical safety
The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration
appliance complies with statutory and regulatory requirements..
This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is
combustible, it does not damage the ozone layer and does not con-
tribute to the greenhouse effect.
The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the
noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the compres-
sor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the cooling
circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does not affect
the performance of the refrigeration appliance.
When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure
that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Splashes of coolant
can damage the eyes.
In the event of damage:
- Avoid open flames or anything which creates a spark.
- Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the power supply.
- Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for
several minutes.
- Contact Miele Customer Service.
The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the ap-
pliance is in a small room, there is the danger of a combustible gas/
air mixture building up. For every 11g of coolant, at least 1m
3
of
room space is required. The amount of coolant in the refrigeration
appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
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To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the
connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data
plate corresponds to the household supply.
Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult
a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
The electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly grounded. It is essential that this standard safety re-
quirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installa-
tion tested by a qualified electrician.
Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured
if it has been connected to the electricity supply.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Miele au-
thorized technician in order to protect the user from harm.
Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply with a power
bar or extension cord. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance.
If moisture gets into electrical components or into the power cord,
it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not operate the machine
in areas where there may be moisture or splashing water (e.g.,
garages, laundry rooms).
This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile in-
stallations (e.g. on a ship).
Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has
been built in.
During installation, side-by-side heater installation, maintenance
and repair work, the appliance must be disconnected from the elec-
trical power supply. It is only completely isolated from the electricity
supply when:
- the circuit breaker has been tripped, or
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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- the screw-type fuses on the electrical service panel have been re-
moved or
- the power cord has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not on
the cord when removing it from the outlet.
Installation, repair, and maintenance work should only be per-
formed by a Miele-authorized service technician.
Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the
warranty.
Any manufacturer's warranty will be void if the appliance is not re-
paired by a Miele approved service technician.
Defective components should only be replaced by Miele original
parts. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the
safety of the appliance.
Correct use
The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range
(ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range.
The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate in-
side the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient
temperature, e.g. a garage, will lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required tempera-
ture.
WARNING! DANGER of overheating! Do not cover or block the air
vents. This can impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the
power consumption and cause damage to the appliance.
If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance,
make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic compo-
nents as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store any explosive materials or
products containing flammable propellants (e.g., spray cans) in the
appliance. Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of
gases to ignite.
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Risk of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.,
an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance. Risk
of sparking and explosion.
When eating stored food, there is a danger of food poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness
and quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it is
stored. Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage in-
structions.
Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from
other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid.
Cleaning and maintenance
Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals.
They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.
Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short
circuit.
Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-
ing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or
pointed objects to
- remove frost or ice,
- separate frozen foods or remove ice trays.
Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost
it. These can damage the plastic parts.
Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might
cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
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Transport
To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
Risk of injury and damage. The refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and must be transported by 2people.
Disposal of your old appliance
Children could become trapped in the machine and could suffo-
cate.
- Remove the machine doors.
- Remove the drawers.
- Leave the adjustable shelves in the machine so children cannot
climb inside.
DANGER of electric shock!
- Cut the plug off the power cord.
- Cut the power cord off the old appliance.
Dispose of them separately from the appliance.
Ensure that the appliance is not stored in the vicinity of gasoline or
inflammable gases and liquids during and after disposal.
Make sure that the coolant pipework is not damaged during dis-
posal to avoid uncontrolled leakage of oil and coolant (see data plate
for coolant type).
If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This
will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking them-
selves in and endangering their lives.
Splashes of coolant can cause damage to the eyes. Be careful not
to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal, e.g. by
- puncturing the coolant channels in the evaporator,
- kinking any pipework,
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- scratching the surface coating.
Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)
This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal oper-
ation.
The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it pene-
trates the airways.
Caring for the environment
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Disposal of packaging material
The packaging is designed to protect
the appliance from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of children. Return
the packaging to your dealer.
Disposing of your old appli-
ance
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials, com-
pounds, and components which were
essential for their correct functioning
and safety. These could be hazardous
to your health and to the environment if
disposed of with general waste or if
handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with general waste.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal
points to dispose of and recycle electri-
cal and electronic appliances. By law,
you are solely responsible for deleting
any personal data from the appliance
prior to disposal.
Take care not to damage your refrigera-
tion appliance’s pipework before or dur-
ing transportation to an authorized col-
lection depot.
This is to ensure that coolant in the
cooling circuit and oil in the compressor
is contained, and will not leak into the
environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance
poses no risk to children while being
stored for disposal. For additional infor-
mation, see “IMPORTANT SAFETY IN-
STRUCTIONS” in these operating and
installation instructions.
Saving energy
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Normal
energy consumption
Increased
energy consumption
Installation /
Maintenance
In a well-ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly venti-
lated room.
Protected from direct sun-
light.
In direct sunlight.
Away from heat sources (ra-
diator, range/oven).
Near a heat source (radiator,
oven).
Where the ideal room tem-
perature is approx. 68°F
(20°C).
Where the ambient room
temperature is above 77°F
(25°C).
Air vents uncovered and
dusted regularly.
Where the ventilation open-
ings are blocked and full of
dust.
Temperature
setting
39°F to 41°F (4°C to 5°C) in
the refrigerator section
The lower the temperature in
the appliance, the higher the
energy consumption.
Saving energy
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Normal
energy consumption
Increased
energy consumption
Use The drawers, and shelves
are arranged as they were
when the appliance was de-
livered.
Only open the door when
necessary and for as short a
time as possible. Store food
in an organized way.
Frequent opening of the
door for long periods will
cause a loss of coldness.
The appliance will try to cool
down and the compressor
will run for longer periods.
When shopping, use a
cooler bag and place the
food in the appliance as
soon as possible.
Replace any food removed
as quickly as possible, be-
fore it warms up too much.
Allow hot food and drinks to
cool down before placing
them in the appliance.
Hot food or food at room
temperature raises the tem-
perature inside the refrigera-
tion appliance. The appli-
ance will try to cool down
and the compressor will run
for longer periods.
Store food well packaged or
covered.
The evaporation or conden-
sation of liquids in the refrig-
erator section will cause a
loss of coldness.
Place frozen food in the re-
frigerator section to defrost.
Do not overfill the appliance
in order to allow the air to
circulate.
Poor air circulation will
cause a loss of coldness.
Guide to the appliance
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Control panel
a
On/off button
b
Automatic SuperCool button
c
Display
d
Menu symbol
(Settings mode for:
switching the safety lock on/off)
e
Automatic SuperCool symbol
f
Lock symbol
g
Temperature display
h
Temperature selector button
i
Alarm off button
Guide to the appliance
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a
Control panel with display
b
Interior lighting (depending on model)
c
Egg tray/door shelf
d
Adjustable rack
e
Condensate channel and drain hole
f
Fruit and vegetable drawer
g
Bottle shelf with bottle holder
h
Ventilation grille
Guide to the appliance
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Accessories
Accessories supplied
Bottle holder
The non-slip fins of the bottle holder jut
out into the bottle shelf and make bot-
tles more secure when you open and
close the appliance door.
Egg tray
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products are available for your ap-
pliance.
Accessories are available to order via
the Miele Webstore, from Miele di-
rectly (see back cover for contact de-
tails) or from your Miele dealer.
Bottle rack
Bottles can be stored horizontally using
the bottle rack to save space.
The bottle rack can be placed at differ-
ent positions in the refrigerator section.
Guide to the appliance
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KKF-FF Active AirClean carbon filter
with holder
Carbon filters neutralize unpleasant
odors in the refrigerator section for im-
proved air quality.
The carbon filter holder clips onto the
protective strip at the back of the shelf
and can be moved as necessary.
KKF-RF
ActiveAirClean replacement filters
Replacement filters to fit the Active Air-
Clean holder are available. We recom-
mend replacing the carbon filters every
6months.
Switching on and off
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Before first use
Packaging material
Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
Removing the protective film
The stainless steel strips on the door
shelves and adjustable shelves have a
layer of protective film to prevent dam-
age during transportation.
Carefully remove the protective film
from the stainless steel trim.
Cleaning the refrigerator
Please refer to the relevant instruc-
tions in “Cleaning and care”.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.
Switching on the appliance
To enable the temperature to get suffi-
ciently cold inside the appliance, allow
the appliance to run for some time be-
fore placing food in it for the first time.
Press the button.
The appliance will start to cool and the
temperature required will appear in the
temperature display. The interior lighting
will come on when the door is opened.
Switching off the appliance
Press the button until the display
goes out.
If this does not work, the safety lock is
activated (see “Selecting additional set-
tings – Activating and deactivating the
safety lock”).
The interior lighting goes out and cool-
ing is turned off.
Switching on and off
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Switching off for longer peri-
ods of time
If, during a long absence, the refrig-
eration appliance is switched off but
not cleaned and the door(s) left shut,
there is a danger of bacteria building
up inside the appliance.
It is essential to clean the refrigera-
tion appliance.
If the refrigeration appliance is not go-
ing to be used for a longer period of
time, observe the following:
Turn the appliance off.
Unplug the appliance or trip the cir-
cuit breaker.
Clean the refrigeration appliance and
leave the door ajar to air the appli-
ance and avoid odors building up in-
side.
The correct temperature
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It is very important to set the correct
temperature for storing food in the ap-
pliance. Bacteria will cause food which
is not stored at the correct temperature
to deteriorate rapidly. Temperature influ-
ences the growth rate of these bacteria.
Reducing the temperature reduces their
growth rate.
The temperature in the appliance will
rise:
- the more often the appliance door is
opened and the longer it is kept open
- the more food that is stored in it
- the warmer the food is that is being
put into it
- the higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the refrigeration appli-
ance is. The appliance is designed
for use within specific ambient tem-
peratures (climate range). Do not use
in ambient temperatures for which it
is not designed
... in the refrigerator section
We recommend a temperature of 39°F
(4°C) in the refrigerator section.
Temperature display
In normal operation the temperature
display shows the required tempera-
ture.
Setting the temperature
If the appliance door is opened very of-
ten, or if large quantities of food are be-
ing stored in the appliance, or if the am-
bient temperature is high, it is advisable
to set the temperature between 37°F
(3°C) and 41°F (5°C).
The temperature can be adjusted from
35°F (2°C) to 49°F (9°C).
Press the button until the tempera-
ture you want is shown in the temper-
ature display.
The first time you press the button the
last temperature set will flash in the dis-
play.
The temperature value will change up
until the setting for 35°F (2°C) is
reached. It will then drop back to 49°F
(9°C).
After a short while the newly selected
temperature is set automatically and will
appear in the temperature display.
The temperature in the appliance will
now adjust slowly to the newly set tem-
perature.
Using Automatic SuperCool
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Automatic SuperCool function
The Automatic SuperCool function can
be used to rapidly reduce the tempera-
ture in the Fridge Zone to its lowest set-
ting (depending on the room tempera-
ture).
Automatic SuperCool is particularly rec-
ommended for the rapid chilling of large
amounts of fresh food or drink.
Switching on Automatic SuperCool
Press the button.
The Automatic SuperCool symbol
will light up. The appliance will work at
full power to lower the temperature in
the Fridge Zone.
Switching off Automatic SuperCool
The Automatic SuperCool function will
switch itself off automatically after ap-
prox. 12hours. The Automatic Super-
Cool symbol will go out and the ap-
pliance will run at normal power again.
To save energy, the Automatic Super-
Cool function can be switched off once
food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
Press the button so that the
symbol goes out.
The appliance will then continue run-
ning at normal power.
Door alarm
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The appliance is fitted with a warning
system to avoid increased energy con-
sumption if the door is left open.
Door alarm
An alarm will sound if the machine door
has been left open for longer than
60seconds.
As soon as the door is closed, the
alarm sound will stop.
Turning the door alarm off early
If the alarm disturbs you, it can be
turned off early.
Press the button.
The alarm will stop.
The alarm cannot be turned off early in
Settings mode.
Selecting additional settings
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Settings mode
Certain settings on the appliance can
only be selected in settings mode.
Activating and deactivating the
safety lock
Setting the temperature display
°C/°F
Settings mode is represented in the dis-
play by the menu symbol .
The procedure for accessing settings
mode and for changing settings is de-
scribed below.
Activating and deactivating the safety
lock
The safety lock can be activated to pre-
vent the appliance being turned off by
mistake.
– To activate the lock
Press the button for approx.5sec-
onds.
The menu symbol lights up and
flashes in the display.
Settings mode has now been activated.
Press the button briefly to access
the lock function.
will appear in the display.
Press the button briefly to activate
the lock.
The lock symbol lights up.
Press the on/off button to exit Set-
tings mode.
The temperature will appear in the dis-
play.
– To deactivate the lock
Press the button for approx.5sec-
onds.
The lock symbol and the Menu sym-
bol will light up and will start flash-
ing in the display.
Settings mode has now been activated.
Press the button briefly to access
the lock function.
will appear in the display.
Press the button briefly to deacti-
vate the lock.
The lock symbol will go out.
Press the on/off button to exit Set-
tings mode.
The temperature of the Fridge Zone will
appear in the display.
Selecting additional settings
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Changing the temperature unit (Cel-
sius or Fahrenheit)
The temperature can be displayed in ei-
ther Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C). The
factory default is Fahrenheit °F.
– To change the temperature display
to Celsius
Press the button for approx. 5sec-
onds.
The menu symbol lights up and
flashes in the display.
Settings mode is now activated.
Press the button to access the
“Change temperature unit” function.
flashes in the display.
Press the button briefly to select
°C.
°C appears in the display
Press the button briefly to confirm.
flashes in the display.
Press the button to exit Settings
mode.
The temperature will now be displayed
in Celsius.
– To change the temperature display
to Fahrenheit
Press the button for approx. 5sec-
onds.
The menu symbol lights up and
flashes in the display.
Settings mode is now activated.
Press the button to access the
“Change temperature unit” function.
flashes in the display.
Press the button briefly to select
°F.
°F will appear in the display
Press the button briefly to confirm.
flashes in the display.
Press the button to exit Settings
mode.
The temperature will now be displayed
in Fahrenheit.
Storing food in the refrigerator section
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Do not load more than a maximum of
35lb (16kg) of food in the appliance
door.
Risk of fire from electrical appli-
ances.
Operating electrical devices in the
appliance can cause sparks to form.
Do not operate any electrical devices
inside the appliance.
Risk of explosion due to
flammable mixes of gases.
Electrical components can cause
flammable mixes of gases to ignite.
Do not store any explosive materials
or products containing flammable
propellants (e.g., spray cans) in the
appliance. The spray cans in ques-
tion can be identified by the contents
printed on the can or by a flame
symbol. Electrical components can
cause escaping gases to ignite.
Risk of damage due to greasy or
oily foods.
If storing food which contains a lot of
fat or oil in the appliance or the door,
make sure that it does not come into
contact with plastic components as
this could cause stress cracks or
break the plastic.
Make sure that no fat or oil leaks
onto the plastic parts of the appli-
ance.
Different storage zones
Due to natural air circulation, there are
different temperature zones in the re-
frigerator section.
Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest sec-
tion of the refrigeration section. Make
use of the different zones when placing
food in the appliance.
Tip: To allow air to circulate efficiently,
do not pack food too closely together in
the refrigerator.
If there is insufficient air circulation,
the cooling performance will de-
crease and energy consumption will
increase.
Do not cover the fan in the rear wall
of the appliance.
Tip: Do not store food in such a way
that it touches the rear wall of the refrig-
erator section as it may freeze to the
rear wall.
Warmest area
The warmest area in the refrigerator
section is in the top section of the door.
Use this for storing butter so that it re-
mains spreadable and cheese so that it
retains its flavor.
Storing food in the refrigerator section
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Coldest area
The coldest area in the refrigerator sec-
tion is directly above the fruit and veg-
etable drawer and at the back of the
appliance.
Use these areas to store all delicate and
highly perishable food, such as:
- Fish, meat, poultry
- Cold cuts, ready-made meals
- Dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream
- Fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza
dough, or pie dough
- Raw milk cheese and other raw milk
products
- Pre-packed vegetables
- Other fresh food (with a label stating
it should be kept at a temperature of
approximately 39°F (4°C))
Food which is not suitable for
storage in the refrigerator sec-
tion
Not all food is suitable for refrigeration
at temperatures below 41°F (5°C) be-
cause it is sensitive to cold. Depending
on the type of food, the appearance,
consistency, flavor, and/or vitamin con-
tent may be altered if stored at too cold
a temperature.
Foods which are sensitive to cold in-
clude:
- Pineapples, avocados, bananas,
pomegranates, mangoes, melons,
papayas, passion fruit, citrus fruits
such as lemons, oranges, mandarins,
grapefruits
- Fruit (which is not yet ripe)
- Eggplants, cucumbers, potatoes,
peppers, tomatoes, zucchini
- Hard cheeses (e.g., Parmesan)
Storing food in the refrigerator section
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Notes on buying food
The freshness of food when first placed
in the appliance is an important factor
in determining how long it stays fresh,
and how long it can be kept in the ap-
pliance.
Take into account the use-by date and
the correct storage temperature.
Time out of the refrigerator, e.g., trans-
porting food in a warm car, should be
kept to a minimum.
Tip: Take a cool bag when shopping,
and load food in the appliance as soon
as possible.
Storing food correctly
Ensure that food stored in the refrigera-
tor section is in packaging or covered
properly. This will prevent food smells
from affecting other food, food from
drying out, and also any cross-contami-
nation of bacteria. This is particularly
important when storing meat products.
Make sure that foods such as raw meat
and fish in particular do not come into
contact with other food.
By ensuring that the temperature set-
tings are correct and by taking appro-
priate hygiene measures, you can pro-
long the storage life of your food con-
siderably.
- Fruit and vegetables
Fruit and vegetables can be stored
loose in the fruit and vegetable
drawer.
- Protein-rich food
Please note that foods rich in protein
deteriorate faster than others. Shell-
fish, for example, deteriorates faster
than fish, and fish deteriorates faster
than meat.
Adjusting the interior fittings
29
Adjusting the door shelf/bottle
shelf
Tip: Only move the door shelves/bottle
shelves in the door when they are
empty.
Push the door shelf/bottle shelf up-
ward, then remove it by pulling it for-
ward.
Replace the shelf at the required
height. Ensure that it is securely
pushed back into position.
Moving the shelves
The shelves can be adjusted according
to the height of the food.
Lift the shelf at the front, pull it for-
wards slightly, lift the recess over the
shelf supports and move the shelf up
or down.
The raised edge on the protective strip
at the back must face upwards to pre-
vent food from touching the back of the
appliance and freezing to it.
Stoppers prevent the shelves from be-
ing dislodged by mistake.
Adjusting the bottle holder
The bottle holder can be moved left or
right, thus creating more room for drink
cartons.
The bottle holder can be removed com-
pletely, e.g. for cleaning:
Lift up the bottle shelf and pull it for-
ward to remove it.
Detach the bottle holder from the
back edge of the bottle shelf.
Adjusting the interior fittings
30
Moving the carbon filter
The carbon filter with KKF-FF holder
(Active AirClean) is available as an op-
tional accessory (see “Accessories -
Optional accessories”).
When you are storing very strong-
smelling food (e.g., cheese):
- Place the holder with the carbon fil-
ters on the adjustable shelf where this
food is being kept.
- Change the carbon filters sooner if
necessary.
- Use additional carbon filters (with
holders) in the appliance (see “Acces-
sories – Optional accessories”).
The holder for the carbon filters sits on
the protective strip at the back of the
adjustable shelf.
To move the carbon filter, pull the
holder up and off the protective strip.
Refit the holder on the protective strip
of the shelf you wish to use it on.
Defrosting
31
WARNING! DANGER of injury
and damage!
Do not use any mechanical or other
types of aids which are not recom-
mended by the manufacturer to ac-
celerate the defrosting process.
Refrigerator section
The refrigerator section defrosts auto-
matically.
Condensate and frost can build-up on
the back wall of the refrigerator section
when the compressor is running. You
do not need to remove this, as it will de-
frost and evaporate automatically with
the warmth generated by the compres-
sor.
The condensate drains through a chan-
nel and drain pipe into an evaporation
system at the back of the appliance.
Keep the condensate channel and
drain hole clean to enable this. The
condensate must always be able to
drain properly.
Cleaning and care
32
WARNING! DANGER of electric
shock!
Unplug the appliance or trip the cir-
cuit breaker.
WARNING! Fire hazard!
Do not damage the coolant
pipework.
Do not let water get into the elec-
tronic or the lighting.
Risk of damage due to moisture
penetration.
The steam from a steam cleaner can
damage plastic and electrical com-
ponents.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
the refrigeration appliance.
Cleaning water must not get into the
drain hole.
The data plate located inside the inte-
rior cabinet of the refrigeration appli-
ance must not be removed. It contains
information which is required in the
event of a service call.
Cleaning agents
Cleaning and conditioning agents
used inside the appliance must be
food safe.
To avoid damaging the surfaces of your
appliance, do not use
- cleaning products containing soda,
ammonia, acid, or chloride,
- lime scale removers,
- abrasive cleaning products, such as
scouring powder, scouring liquid, or
pumice stones,
- cleaners containing solvents,
- stainless steel cleaners,
- dishwasher detergent,
- oven sprays,
- glass cleaning agents,
- hard, abrasive sponges and brushes,
such as pot scrubbers,
- eraser sponges,
- sharp metal scrapers.
We recommend using a clean sponge,
lukewarm water with a little liquid dish
soap to clean the surfaces of the appli-
ance.
The following pages contain important
information on cleaning.
Cleaning and care
33
Preparing the appliance for
cleaning
Turn the appliance off.
The display goes out and the cooling
function is turned off.
Unplug the appliance or switch off
the breaker.
Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
Remove the door shelf/bottle shelf
from the door.
Take out all other removable parts for
cleaning.
Dismantling an adjustable shelf
Place the shelf on a countertop cov-
ered with a soft material (e.g., a dish
towel).
Remove the trim:
1. Pull the stainless steel strip off the
shelf beginning at one side.
2. Then pull the protective strip off.
After cleaning the shelf, reattach the
trim to the adjustable shelf.
Cleaning and care
34
Cleaning the interior and ac-
cessories
The appliance should be cleaned
regularly (at least once a month).
Clean up any spills, stains, or food
immediately. Do not allow them to
dry and stick to the appliance.
Clean the interior with a clean
sponge, lukewarm water, and a little
liquid dish soap.
After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a soft cloth.
Remove the stainless steel parts be-
fore cleaning the adjustable shelves in
a dishwasher.
The following parts cannot be cleaned
in a dishwasher:
- Stainless-steel trim
- Fruit and vegetable drawer
Clean these accessories by hand.
Risk of damage as a result of ex-
cessively high dishwasher tempera-
tures.
Parts of the refrigeration appliance
may become unusable, e.g., deform,
if they are washed in the dishwasher
at more than 131°F (55°C).
For dishwasher-safe parts, only use
dishwasher programs with a maxi-
mum temperature of 131°F (55°C)..
Contact with natural dyes from car-
rots, tomatoes, and ketchup, etc. may
discolor the plastic parts in the dish-
washer. This discoloration does not af-
fect the stability of the parts.
The following parts can be cleaned in
the dishwasher:
- bottle holder, egg tray
- shelves and bottle shelf in the door
- the adjustable shelves (without the
strips or printing)
- the holder for the carbon filter (avail-
able as an optional accessory)
Clean the condensate channel and
drain opening frequently using a cot-
ton swab or similar item to ensure
that condensate can drain away
freely.
Leave the door open to air the ma-
chine sufficiently for a short while and
to prevent odor buildup.
Cleaning and care
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Cleaning the door seal
If the door seal is damaged or has
come out of the groove, the door will
not close properly and this will affect
cooling. As a result, condensate will
build up in the interior cabinet and
this can cause a build-up of ice.
Do not damage the door seal, and
make sure that it does not come out
of its groove.
Risk of damage as a result of in-
correct cleaning.
If you treat the door seal with oils or
grease, it can become porous.
Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal.
The door seal should be cleaned reg-
ularly with clean water and then
wiped thoroughly dry with a cloth.
Cleaning the ventilation gaps
A build-up of dust will increase the en-
ergy consumption of the appliance.
The ventilation gaps should be
cleaned on a regular basis with a
brush or vacuum cleaner (you could
use a Miele Vacuum Cleaner dusting
brush, for example).
Starting up the appliance after
cleaning
Replace all shelves and accessories
in the appliance.
Reconnect to the power supply and
switch the appliance back on.
Switch on the automatic SuperCool
function for a while so that the refrig-
erator section can cool down quickly.
Put the food back in the appliance
and close the door.
Cleaning and care
36
Replacing the carbon filters
The carbon filter with KKF-FF holder
(Active AirClean) is available as an op-
tional accessory (see “Guide to the
appliance” section “Optional acces-
sories”).
Replace the carbon filters in the holder
around every 6months.
Replacement KKF-RFcarbon filters
can be obtained from Miele Customer
Service, from your dealer, or from
Miele’s website.
Tip: The carbon filter holder is dish-
washer safe.
Pull the carbon filter holder upward to
remove it from the adjustable shelf.
When in position, the carbon filters
must not touch the back wall of the
refrigeration appliance, as the mois-
ture could cause them to stick to it.
Insert the new carbon filters deep
enough in the holder to ensure that
they do not protrude over the edge
of the holder.
Remove both carbon filters and place
the new filters with the surrounding
edge pointing downward in the
holder.
Place the holder in the middle of the
raised edge at the back of any of the
adjustable shelves so that it clicks
into position.
Frequently Asked Questions
37
With the help of the following guide minor faults in the performance of the ma-
chine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remedied with-
out contacting the Service Department.
This guide may help you to find the reason for the fault, and how to correct it.
To prevent cold from escaping, open the appliance doors as little as possible un-
til the fault has been corrected.
Problem Possible cause and solution
The appliance is not
getting cold, the interior
lighting does not come
on when the door is
opened, and the display
is not lit up.
The appliance is not switched on and the power sup-
ply symbol is lit up in the display.
Switch the appliance on.
The plug is not properly plugged into the electrical
outlet.
Insert the plug correctly into the socket. The power
supply symbol appears in the display when the
appliance is switched off.
Check whether the fuse has tripped. There could be
a fault with the appliance, the household electrical
wiring or another electrical appliance.
Contact a qualified electrician or Miele Technical
Service for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
38
Problem Possible cause and solution
The compressor is turn-
ing on more frequently
and for longer periods
of time; the temperature
in the refrigeration ap-
pliance is too low.
The ventilation gaps are obstructed or dusty.
Do not block the ventilation gaps.
Clean the ventilation gaps on a regular basis to re-
move any dust.
The appliance door has been opened too frequently,
or a large number of bottles have been put inside the
unit all at once.
Only open the appliance door when necessary and
for as short a time as possible.
After a while, the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
The ambient temperature is too high. The higher the
ambient temperature, the longer the compressor has
to run.
See the information in “Installation – Installation lo-
cation”.
The temperature setting is too low.
Correct the temperature setting.
The Automatic SuperCool function is still turned on.
To save energy, you can turn off Automatic Super-
Cool early yourself.
The compressor comes
on less and less often
and for shorter periods
of time. The tempera-
ture in the appliance
rises.
This is not a fault. The temperature is too high.
Correct the temperature setting.
Check the temperature again after 24hours.
An alarm is sounding. The door alarm has been activated (see “Door
alarm”).
Close the appliance door.
The alarm will stop.
The door seal is dam-
aged or needs to be re-
placed.
No tools are required to change the door seal.
Change the door seal. A replacement is available
from Technical Service.
Frequently Asked Questions
39
Problem Possible cause and solution
Ice or condensation has
built up inside the appli-
ance.
The door seal has come out of its groove.
Check that the door seal is correctly positioned in
the groove.
The door seal is damaged.
Check whether the door seal is damaged.
An LED indicator light is
flashing at the back of
the refrigerator at the
bottom near the com-
pressor (depending on
model).
The electronic for the
compressor is equipped
with an operation and
fault diagnosis LED in-
dicator light.
The indicator light flashes several times every 5sec-
onds.
A fault has occurred.
Contact Customer Service.
The indicator light flashes regularly every 15sec-
onds.
This is not a fault. This flashing is normal.
Frequently Asked Questions
40
Messages in the display
Message Possible cause and solution
The symbol lights up
in the display, the appli-
ance does not get cold,
although the controls
and the interior lighting
are working.
Demo mode is switched on. This allows the appli-
ance to be presented in the showroom without the
cooling system being switched on. Do not activate
this setting for domestic use.
Contact Miele Technical Service for information on
deactivating Demo mode.
“F0toF9” appears in
the display.
There is a fault.
Contact Miele Technical Service.
The symbol lights up
in the display. You can-
not switch the appli-
ance off.
The safety lock has been activated.
Completely deactivate the safety lock (see “Select-
ing additional settings”, section “Activating and de-
activating the safety lock”).
Frequently Asked Questions
41
The interior lighting is not working.
Problem Possible cause and solution
The interior lighting is
not working.
The refrigeration appliance has not been turned on.
Turn the refrigeration appliance on.
To avoid overheating, the interior lighting switches it-
self off automatically after approximately 15minutes
if the appliance door is left open. If this is not the
cause, there is a fault.
Risk of electric shock due to exposed, live
electrical components.
When removing the lighting cover, there is a risk of
coming into contact with live electrical compo-
nents.
Do not remove the lighting cover. The LED lighting
may only be repaired or replaced by Customer
Service.
Risk of injury from LED lighting.
This lighting corresponds to risk group RG2. If the
cover is defective, there is a risk of eye injury.
If the lighting cover is defective, do not look from a
close range directly into the lighting with optical in-
struments (e.g., magnifying glass or similar).
Contact Customer Service.
Frequently Asked Questions
42
Other problems
Problem Possible cause and solution
The floor of the refriger-
ator section is wet.
The drain hole is blocked.
Clean the condensate channel and the drain hole.
The external walls of
the appliance feel
warm.
This is not a fault. The warmth created by the evap-
orator is used to prevent condensation.
Causes of noises
43
Normal
noises
Cause
Brrrrr... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise
can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on.
Blub, blub... A gurgling noise can be heard when the coolant circulates
through the pipes.
Click... Clicking sounds occur whenever the thermostat switches the
motor on or off.
Crack... A cracking sound can be heard when materials expand inside
the appliance.
Please bear in mind that a certain amount of noise is unavoidable (from the com-
pressor and the coolant circulating through the system).
Noises Possible cause and solution
Rattling,
clinking
The appliance is uneven. Realign the appliance using a spirit
level, by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appli-
ance or place something underneath it.
The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of furni-
ture. Move it away.
Drawers, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking. Check all
removable items and refit them correctly.
Bottles or containers are touching each other. Separate them.
The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of the
appliance. Remove the cable clips.
Customer Service
44
Contact in the event of a fault
In the event of a fault which you cannot
remedy yourself, please contact your
Miele dealer or Miele Customer Service.
You can book a Miele Service Call on-
line at www.miele.com/service.
Contact information for Miele Cus-
tomer Service can be found at the end
of this document.
Please quote the model identifier and
serial number of your appliance (SN)
when contacting Miele Customer Ser-
vice. Both pieces of information can be
found on the data plate.
You will find the data plate inside your
appliance.
Appliance warranty and prod-
uct registration
You can register your product and/or
view the manufacturer´s warranty terms
and conditions for Miele appliances and
vacuum cleaners at
www.mieleusa.com.
Installation
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45
Installation
Side-by-side
The appliance has two side-wall heaters
encased in foam and can be installed
side-by-side with other appliances.
Each appliance must be installed in its
own niche.
Please contact your dealer for specific
information about which combinations
will work with your appliance.
WARNING! This appliance must
be built in, otherwise it could tip
over!
Install the appliance in accordance
with the installation instructions.
Fire hazard and risk of damage!
The appliance must not be installed
underneath a cooktop.
Installation location
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
When deciding where to install your ap-
pliance, please bear in mind that the
energy consumption will increase if in-
stalled near to a heater, a cooker, or
other appliance that gives off heat. Di-
rect sunlight should also be avoided.
The higher the room temperature, the
longer the compressor has to run and
the higher the energy consumption is.
When installing the appliance, please
note:
- The electrical socket must be easily
accessible in an emergency and not
concealed behind the appliance.
- The plug and power cord must not
touch the back of the appliance as
they could be damaged by vibrations
from the appliance.
- Do not plug other appliances into
electrical sockets behind this appli-
ance.
Risk of damage due to high hu-
midity.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on exter-
nal refrigeration appliance panels,
which can cause corrosion.
Install the refrigeration appliance in a
dry and/or air-conditioned room with
sufficient ventilation.
After installation, make sure that the
appliance doors close properly, the
ventilation gaps are not covered, and
the refrigeration appliance has been
installed in accordance with these
operating and installation instruc-
tions.
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Climate class
The appliance is designed for use within
a certain climate range (ambient tem-
peratures) and should not be used out-
side this range. The climate range of the
appliance is stated on the data plate in-
side the appliance.
Climate
class
Room temperature
SN 50°F to 90°F / 10°C to 32°C
N 60°F to 90°F / 16°C to 32°C
ST 60°F to 100°F / 16°C to
38°C
T 60°F to 109°F / 16°C to
43°C
Operating in a room which is too cold
will cause the compressor to turn off for
too long, causing the internal tempera-
ture in the appliance to rise, resulting in
damage.
Ventilation
Noncompliance with the speci-
fied dimensions for the ventilation
grille will cause the compressor to
turn on more often and run for longer
periods.
This causes increased energy con-
sumption and an increased com-
pressor operating temperature,
which can result in damage to the
compressor.
It is essential to comply with the ven-
tilation grille dimensions (see “Instal-
lation dimensions”).
The appliance is ventilated through a
ventilation grille in its toe-kick.
The ventilation grille must never be
obstructed. They must also be
cleaned on a regular basis to remove
dust.
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Door panel
The required door panel must be min.
5/8” (16mm) and max. 3/4” (19mm)
thick.
–Weight of the door panel
If the door panel is too heavy
damage can occur.
Installing a door panel which is heav-
ier than the maximum permitted
weight could damage the hinges.
This can cause subsequent func-
tional problems.
Before installing the door panel, en-
sure that the weight of the door
panel does not exceed the maximum
permitted weight.
Before installing the door panel, ensure
that the weight of the door does not ex-
ceed the maximum permitted:
Appliance Maximum weight
of door panel
K 31222 Ui 22lb (10kg)
Calculation of cabinet door size
The width of the cabinet door de-
pends on the style of the kitchen and
the gap between the unit door panels.
When calculating the height of the
cabinet door, remember that the top
edge of the door must be at the same
height as that of the doors of the adja-
cent units.
The following gaps are required:
- The horizontal gap between the cabi-
net door and the cupboard door
above it must be at least 1/8" (3mm).
- The vertical gap between the cabinet
doors should be approx. 1/8" (3mm).
The exact value will depend on the
radius of the edge of the cabinet
door.
The cabinet door must be fitted cor-
rectly and not under tension.
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Before installing the appliance
Before installation, remove the bag of
installation accessories and other ac-
cessories from the appliance.
Remove the cord clips from the back
of the appliance.
Remove red transport safety de-
vice (depending on model) and use
the stopper supplied to cover the
hole.
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Installation dimensions
Installation dimensions
Appliance dimensions
Installation
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Dimensions for ventilation
* The declared energy consumption was achieved with a niche depth of 22
1/16” (560mm). The appliance is fully capable of functioning at a niche depth of
21 5/8” (550mm), but will consume slightly more energy.
If the appliance is suitable for installation in a niche, ensure before installation
that it has precisely the correct dimensions. The specified ventilation grille dimen-
sions must be complied with to ensure that the appliance functions correctly.
Installation
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Changing the door hinges
The appliance is supplied with right-
hand hinging. If left-hand hinging is re-
quired, the hinges must be changed.
Risk of injury and damage when
changing the door hinging.
There is an increased risk of injury
and damage if the refrigeration appli-
ance is installed by a single person.
Always change the door hinging with
the assistance of another person.
If the door seal is damaged or has
come out of the groove, the door will
not close properly and this will affect
cooling. Condensation will form in
the inside and this can cause a build-
up of ice.
Do not damage the door seal, and
make sure that it does not come out
of its groove.
Preparing to change the door hinging
To change the door hinging, you will
need the following tools:
Place a suitable cover on the floor in
front of the appliance to protect the
appliance doors and your floor from
damage while you are changing the
hinging.
Lift off the covers: , , and .
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Slightly loosen the hinge screws:
and .
Push the door outward and take it
off its hinges.
Undo the screws completely and
loosely screw them in on the opposite
side.
Undo the screws completely and
loosely screw them in on the opposite
side.
Installing the door
Place the door with the outer side up-
ward on a stable surface.
Danger of injury from folding
door hinges.
The hinges can snap closed.
Leave the hinges open.
Remove the screws .
Replace the hinges in their diagonally
opposite corners .
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Hang the appliance door onto the
pre-installed screws and , and
securely tighten the screws and .
Replace the covers: , , and .
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54
Adjusting the door hinge
Adjusting the door hinges
If you would like the appliance door to
be cushioned so that it opens more
softly, the spring tension on the appli-
ance door can be adjusted.
To do this, use an Allen key to adjust
the door hinges.
To reduce the opening angle:
Turn the Allen key clockwise.
This tightens the hinges and makes it
harder to open the door wide.
To open the door fully:
Turn the Allen key counterclockwise.
The hinge is looser, making it easier to
open the door.
Limiting the opening angle of the ap-
pliance door
The door hinges are set at the factory to
enable the appliance door to be opened
wide.
However, if the opening angle of the
door needs to be limited for any reason,
the hinge can be adjusted to accommo-
date this.
If the appliance door hits an adjacent
wall when opened, for example, the
opening angle can be limited to ap-
prox.90°:
The locking pins for limiting the door
opening must be installed before the
appliance is installed.
Insert the locking pins supplied for
limiting the door opening into the
hinges from above.
The appliance door opening angle is
now limited to approximately90°.
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Building in the appliance
To install the appliance, you will need
the following tools:
Parts required for installation:
All installation parts are number-coded.
This coding is also used in the installa-
tion instructions.
Preparing the appliance
Position the appliance directly in front
of the niche.
Take hold of the toe-kick from the
side and pull it forward and off.
You can choose to secure your appli-
ance in one of two different ways:
1. Secured at the top
This method is suitable for securing
the appliance underneath a plastic
countertop, e.g., laminate). The coun-
tertop must be suitable for screwing
a bracket to.
With the appliance feet fully ex-
tended, the appliance should fit fairly
tightly between the floor and the
countertop.
2. Secured at the side
This method is suitable for securing
the appliance underneath a solid
countertop, e.g., granite). The cabinet
side walls to the right and left of the
appliance must be suitable for
screwing brackets to.
With the appliance feet fully ex-
tended, the appliance should sit
lower than the countertop.
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1.Secured at the top
Install the bracket in the aperture in
the top of the appliance.
Bend the bracket at the perforated
position.
2.Secured at the side
Both ends of the bracket must be
bent.
Install the bracket in the aperture in
the top of the appliance.
Bend the bracket at the perforated
position.
Remove the bracket from the aper-
ture and insert the straight end of the
bracket.
Now bend this end of the bracket at
the perforated position.
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Positioning the appliance
Risk of damaging the power
cord.
When pushing the refrigeration appli-
ance into its niche, the power cord
can get trapped and damaged.
Carefully push the appliance into the
niche.
Risk of damaging the floor.
Moving the refrigeration appliance
can cause damage to the floor.
Move the refrigeration appliance
carefully on floors that are sensitive
to scratching.
Risk of damaging the adjustable
feet.
The adjustable feet can break off.
The feet should be almost fully
screwed in when you push the appli-
ance into the niche.
Tip: Before pushing the appliance into
the niche, loosen the two rear feet by
half a turn. After pushing it into the
niche, the feet will be easier to adjust
from the front (see “Aligning the appli-
ance”).
Lay the power cord so that the appli-
ance can be connected easily once
installed.
Tip: Tie a piece of string to the plug to
“lengthen” the power cord; this will help
you to push the appliance into position.
Then pull the power cord through the
cabinet by the other end of the string.
If the appliance is pushed too far into
the niche, the doors may not close
properly once the door panels have
been installed. This can cause ice to
build up, condensate to accumulate,
and cause the appliance to malfunc-
tion. These can all lead to increased
energy consumption.
Push the appliance into the built-in
niche, making sure a gap of
15/8" (42mm) is maintained all
around between the appliance cas-
ing and the front of the cabinet side
walls.
Push the appliance into the niche un-
til the front edges of the hinges at the
top and bottom are flush with the
front edge of the cabinet side wall.
This ensures a distance of
15/8" (42mm) to the front edges of
the cabinet side walls all the way
round.
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On cabinets with door fittings (e.g.,
knobs, raised seals) the dimension of
these must be taken into account to
ensure that there is a gap of
15/8" (42mm) all round.
Pull the appliance forward by the ap-
propriate dimension.
Check again to make sure there is a
gap of 15/8"(42mm) to the front
edges of the door fittings all the way
round.
Tip: If possible, remove the door fittings
and push the appliance into the niche
until all securing brackets at the top and
bottom are touching the front edge of
the cabinet side wall.
Aligning the refrigeration appliance
When securing the appliance in the
niche at the top, the appliance should
fit fairly tightly between the floor and
the countertop.
Adjust the front and rear feet in turn
to fit the height of the niche and make
sure the appliance is correctly
aligned.
Proceed as follows:
Adjust both rear feet with the corre-
sponding screws at the front right
and left of the appliance toe-kick.
Use a flat-head screwdriver to do
this.
Use an Allen key to unscrew both
front feet.
Tip: As soon as the feet have been un-
screwed slightly, you can adjust them
with a screwdriver at the bottom of the
foot (see small illustration).
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The foam ensures the airflow is
separated to prevent malfunctioning
of the appliance.
Insert the piece of foam supplied.
Reinstall the toe-kick facing, but
do not secure it in position yet.
Without a continuous toe-kick facing:
Pull the toe-kick facing forward un-
til the ventilation slats are in align-
ment with the adjacent cabinet toe-
kick facings.
Hold the toe-kick facing securely and
screw it into place on the right and
left using the bolts supplied.
With a continuous toe-kick facing:
Push the toe-kick facing right up
against the appliance and screw it
into place on the right and left using
the bolts.
Installing a continuous toe-kick fac-
ing
The appliance is ventilated through a
ventilation grille in its toe-kick.
The ventilation grille must never be
obstructed.
If a continuous toe-kick facing is to be
installed, a suitable ventilation gap will
need to be cut into it for the appli-
ance's ventilation grille.
Trim the toe-kick facing (U) to the cor-
rect height.
Adjust the height (V) along the niche
width (W) underneath the appliance
toe-kick facing.
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Securing the appliance in the niche
1.Secured at the top
2.Secured at the side
Screw the appliance into position on
the right and the left.
Installing the door panel
Ensure that the toe-kick facing is re-
installed correctly.
The distance between the appliance
door and the mounting frame is set to
5/16" (8mm) at the factory. Check
this distance and adjust it if neces-
sary.
Push the installation aids to the
height of the door panel. The lower
contact edge X of the installation aids
must be at the same height as the
upper edge of the door panel to be
installed (symbol).
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Tip: Push up the installation aids to-
gether with the cabinet front until they
are at the same height as the neighbor-
ing unit doors.
Unscrew the nuts and remove the
mounting frame together with the
installation aids .
Draw a faint central line with a pencil
on the inside of the door panel.
Hang the mounting frame with the
installation aids on the inside of the
door panel. Align the mounting frame
centrally.
Attach the mounting frame securely
using at least 6 short particle board
screws. (On raised paneled doors,
only use 4 screws on the edges.) Pre-
drill holes into the door panel if nec-
essary.
Pull the installation aids upward to re-
move them .
Turn them around and push them all
the way into the middle slots on the
mounting frame for safekeeping.
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Attach the side cover to the mounting
frame on the side opposite the hinge.
Turn the door panel over and attach
the handle (if required).
Open the appliance door.
Hang the door panel on adjusting
bolts.
Screw nuts loosely onto the ad-
justing bolts.
Close the door and check the dis-
tance between the door and adjacent
door panels.
Align to match adjacent doors if nec-
essary:
Side adjustments X are made by slid-
ing the door panel, and height adjust-
ments Y by turning the adjusting
bolts with a screwdriver.
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Whilst counterholding the adjusting
bolts with a screwdriver, tighten
nuts on the appliance door at the
top with a screwdriver.
Attach the appliance door and the
door panel using screws through re-
taining brackets:
- Drill holes in the door panel (mark the
position of the holes first).
- Screw in the short particle board
screws (4x14mm).
Align the door panel along the depth
plane Z: loosen the screws in the long
slots at the top of the appliance
door as well as under the appli-
ance door. By moving the door
panel, create a gap of 1/16" (2mm)
between the door panel and the front
edge of the niche. Align according to
the adjacent door panels.
Close the door, check it is fastened
correctly, and align it with adjacent
door panels.
Tighten all the screws again.
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Fit the cover in position.
The appliance is properly installed in
the niche if:
- the door closes properly
- the door does not touch the housing
unit
- the seal on the top corner of the han-
dle side is firmly seated
To double check place a flashlight in
the appliance and close the door.
Turn the lights out in the room. If you
can see any light shining out from the
sides, double check the individual in-
stallation steps.
Electrical connection
Danger of electric shock!
The appliance must only be switched
on when it has been installed in ac-
cordance with the installation in-
structions.
Ground the appliance.
The appliance must not be grounded
via a gas pipe.
If in doubt, have a suitably qualified
and experienced electrician check
that the installation complies with rel-
evant regulations.
Do not install a fuse into neutral cur-
rent or grounding electrical circuit.
Do not use extension cords or un-
grounded (two prong) adapters.
Do not use a frayed or damaged
power cord.
Danger of electric shock!
For protection against electric shock
this appliance is equipped with a
pole-free plug which is protected
against reverse polarity. The plug
must be grounded in the usual way.
Do not remove the round grounding
connector pin from the plug.
Use only a grounded plug adapter.
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Wait for 1hour after installation before
plugging the appliance into the power
supply. This allows coolant and refriger-
ator oil to settle in accordance with reg-
ulations.
Ensure that the voltage of the main
power supply corresponds with the
connection voltage of the appliance. A
power supply of 110 - 120 V, 60 Hz and
15 Amp (20 Amp for side-by-side instal-
lation) with a NEMA 5-15 molded plug,
which is protected by a main switch or
a fuse, is required to operate the appli-
ance.
The manufacturer recommends operat-
ing the appliance on a separate circuit
to avoid overloading the electrical cir-
cuit.
All relevant legal electrical, fire and
building regulations must be observed
when installing the socket and/or the
appliance.
In certain countries appliances are re-
quired to be connected to the electrical
supply via a wall-mounted ON/OFF
switch.
To avoid the risk of fire, electric shock
or other injuries installation and connec-
tion of the appliance must be carried
out by a suitably qualified electrician in
accordance with all relevant local and
national regulations and standards, in-
cluding fire prevention.
The outlet must be easily accessible in
an emergency so that the appliance can
be quickly disconnected from the elec-
trical supply in case of an emergency.
The socket must be located so that the
upper edge is a maximum
82" (2100mm) distance from the upper
edge of the base of the kitchen cabinet.
If the outlet is no longer accessible
once the appliance has been installed,
an all-pole disconnect device with a
contact opening of at least 1/8" (3mm)
must be present on site. The discon-
nect device may be circuit breaker, a
fuse, or a contactor (compliant with lo-
cal regulations).
The plug and power cord must not
come into contact with the back of the
appliance as vibrations can cause dam-
age to these components. This, in turn,
could result in a short circuit.
Do not plug in other devices behind this
appliance.
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Do not connect the appliance to an in-
verter such as those used with an au-
tonomous energy source e.g. solar
power. When switched on, peak loads
in the system can cause the safety
switch-off mechanism to be triggered.
This can damage the electronic unit.
The appliance must not be used with
so-called energy-saving devices ei-
ther. These reduce the amount of en-
ergy supplied to the appliance, causing
it to overheat.
If the power cord needs to be replaced,
this must be done by a qualified techni-
cian.
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Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone:
Fax:
www.mieleusa.com
U.S.A.
Miele, Inc.
National Headquarters
Please have the model and serial number
of your appliance available when
contacting Customer Service.
Canada
Importer
Miele Limited
Headquarters and Miele Centre
800-843-7231
609-419-4298
Customer Service & Support
Phone:
Fax:
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Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8
www.miele.ca
888-99-MIELE(64353)
888-586-8056
Customer Care Centre
Phone:
800-565-6435
905-532-2272
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