Operating and Installation
Instructions
Fridge-freezer Combination
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions
before installation or use.
en-US, CA M.-Nr. 11 508 680
Contents
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 6
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 16
Installation.......................................................................................................... 17
Installation location ............................................................................................. 17
Climate class .................................................................................................. 17
Installation notes ................................................................................................. 18
Adjoining cabinetry/units................................................................................ 18
Load-bearing capacity of the niche floor ....................................................... 19
Ventilation....................................................................................................... 19
Door hinge...................................................................................................... 19
Side-by-side................................................................................................... 20
Specifications for the plumbed water connection............................................... 21
Installation dimensions........................................................................................ 22
Position of the electrical and plumbed water connections ............................ 22
Dimensions with appliance door open (opening angle 90°/115°) .................. 25
Building in the appliance ..................................................................................... 26
Before starting................................................................................................ 26
Tools required................................................................................................. 26
Aligning the installation niche......................................................................... 27
Checking the installation niche ...................................................................... 27
Before installation........................................................................................... 28
Preparing the installation niche ...................................................................... 29
Pushing the appliance into the niche ............................................................. 31
Aligning the refrigeration appliance................................................................ 33
Securing the appliance in the niche ............................................................... 35
Securing the toe-kick board and cover.......................................................... 36
Aligning the appliance doors.......................................................................... 37
Limiting the opening angle of the appliance door.......................................... 40
Water connection ................................................................................................ 41
Information on the fresh water connection .................................................... 41
Installing the water hose to the appliance...................................................... 42
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 43
Saving energy .................................................................................................... 45
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 47
Main screen......................................................................................................... 49
Settings mode ................................................................................................ 50
Accessories ....................................................................................................... 52
Accessories supplied .......................................................................................... 52
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 52
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Before first use .................................................................................................. 54
Choosing the right Door Assistant (Push2Open/Pull2Open) ........................ 54
Inserting the Active AirClean filters ................................................................ 55
Miele@home ................................................................................................... 55
Operating the refrigeration appliance.................................................................. 56
Starting up for the first time ........................................................................... 57
Switching on and off ......................................................................................... 58
Switching off for longer periods of time .............................................................. 59
Selecting additional settings............................................................................ 60
Switching Keypad Lock/ on or off .............................................................. 60
Switching Eco Mode on or off........................................................................ 61
Performing a Self Test..................................................................................... 62
Switching on the Door Assistant ..................................................................... 63
Switching off the Door Assistant ..................................................................... 64
Miele@home ........................................................................................................ 65
Switching off Demo Mode................................................................................ 66
Resetting the settings to their default settings.............................................. 67
Switching Vacation mode on or off................................................................ 69
Switching Sabbath Mode on or off .................................................................. 70
Switching on, switching off, or resetting the Water Filter Display.................. 71
Switching on, switching off, or resetting the Display Active AirClean Filter ... 73
The correct temperature................................................................................... 75
...in the fridge zone and in the MasterFresh zone .............................................. 75
Automatic cold air circulation (DynaCool) ...................................................... 75
...in the Freezer Zone.......................................................................................... 76
Setting the temperature....................................................................................... 76
Temperature range ......................................................................................... 76
Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze ............................................... 77
Temperature and door alarm............................................................................ 80
Adjusting the interior fittings............................................................................ 82
Removing or moving the door shelves................................................................ 82
Removing or moving the shelves ........................................................................ 82
Removing the hanging drawer ............................................................................ 83
Removing compartments from the Fridge Zone ................................................. 84
Removing the freezer baskets............................................................................. 84
Removing the dividing panel (depending on the model)................................ 85
Removing the ice cube tray................................................................................. 85
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Storing food in the refrigerator section........................................................... 86
Different storage zones ....................................................................................... 86
Food which is not suitable for storage in the fridge zone ................................... 87
Notes on buying food.......................................................................................... 88
Storing food correctly.......................................................................................... 88
Storing food in the MasterFresh zone ............................................................. 89
MastertFresh zone............................................................................................... 89
Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture adjustment........................ 89
Dry compartment with low temperature......................................................... 91
Freezing and storing food................................................................................. 93
Maximum freezing capacity ................................................................................ 93
What happens when you freeze fresh food?....................................................... 93
Storing frozen food.............................................................................................. 94
Home freezing ..................................................................................................... 94
Before placing food in the freezer ....................................................................... 95
Placing food in the freezer................................................................................... 96
Making ice cubes .............................................................................................. 98
Automatic defrosting ........................................................................................ 100
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 101
Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 101
Before cleaning the appliance............................................................................. 102
Interior and accessories ...................................................................................... 102
Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 103
Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 103
Cleaning the water filter (IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter) (see “Optional acces-
sories”) ................................................................................................................ 104
Replacing the Active AirClean filters ................................................................... 105
After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 106
Water filter.......................................................................................................... 107
Changing the water filter ..................................................................................... 108
Using an external water filter............................................................................... 109
Lead-free certificate ............................................................................................ 112
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 113
Causes of noises ............................................................................................... 123
Customer Service.............................................................................................. 124
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 124
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Appliance warranty and product registration ...................................................... 124
Declaration of conformity................................................................................. 125
Copyrights and licenses ................................................................................... 126
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.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the
chapter on installing the refrigeration appliance as well as in the
“IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owner.
Risk of injury and damage due to tipping refrigeration appli-
ance.
This refrigeration appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards
when the doors are open.
Keep the appliance doors shut until the refrigeration appliance has
been built in and secured in its housing in accordance with the Op-
erating and Installation Instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Appropriate use
This appliance is intended for use in domestic households and
similar residential environments such as
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environ-
ments
– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments
– bed and breakfast type environments
– catering and similar non-retail applications.
This appliance is not intended for use outdoors, in damp environ-
ments or in places exposed to rain.
This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and
storing food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food, freez-
ing fresh food and for making ice.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.
This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping
cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations, or other simi-
lar substances or products that are subject to the Medical Device Di-
rective. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such purposes
may cause deterioration of the items stored. The refrigeration appli-
ance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of ex-
plosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
This refrigeration appliance may only be used by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised while using
it.
The refrigeration appliance may only be used by these people with-
out supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way
and recognize and understand the consequences of incorrect opera-
tion.
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Safety with children
To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or
near the appliance.
Risk of death. Please bear in mind that by removing the dividing
panel in the large freezer basket, children may be tempted to climb
inside.
The door hinges can cause injury. Keep children well away at all
times.
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.
The outlet must not be concealed behind the appliance and must
be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly discon-
nected from the electrical supply in case of an emergency.
If the power cord supplied is damaged, it must only be replaced
by an original part to prevent a hazard for the user. Miele can only
guarantee the safety of the appliance when original Miele parts are
used.
The electrical outlet must be properly grounded.
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.
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For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has
been built in.
The machine must be disconnected from the power supply during
installation, maintenance, and repair work, and installation work on
the fresh water connection. The machine is only completely isolated
from the power supply when:
- the fuses have been switched off, or
- the circuit breaker has been removed completely, or
- the power cord has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not on
the power cord when disconnecting it from the power supply.
Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs, or a faulty
fresh water connection can cause considerable danger for the user.
Installation, maintenance, and repairs, installation work on the fresh
water connection, and all repairs on the ice/water outlet must only
ever be carried out by a Miele authorized technician.
Any manufacturer's warranty will be void if the appliance is not re-
paired by a Miele approved service technician.
Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele re-
placement parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of
the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty con-
nection to the fresh water supply.
The ice cube maker must only be connected to a cold water line.
DANGER of injury! Never tamper with the movable components
on the ice cube maker or the element on the ice cube maker.
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Correct use
The refrigeration appliance is designed for use within a specific
climate class (room temperature range). Do not use in a climate class
for which it is not designed. A lower room temperature will cause the
compressor to switch off for longer periods, meaning that the refrig-
eration appliance is unable to maintain the required temperature.
WARNING! DANGER of overheating! Do not cover or block the air
vents. This can impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the
power consumption and cause damage to the appliance.
If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance,
make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic compo-
nents as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store any explosive materials or
products containing flammable propellants (e.g., spray cans) in the
appliance. Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of
gases to ignite.
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.
Risk of injury and damage. Do not store cans or bottles containing
carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer zone.
Otherwise they could burst.
Risk of injury and damage. When chilling drinks in the freezer
zone, make sure that bottles are not left in for more than one hour.
Otherwise they could burst.
Risk of injury. Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the
appliance with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food
or to the metal.
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Risk of injury. Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and
never place ice cubes or ice pops in your mouth straight from the
freezer section. The very low temperature of the frozen food can
cause frost burn to the lips and tongue.
Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume de-
frosted food as soon as possible, as it will lose its nutritional value
and spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be refrozen af-
ter it has been cooked.
When eating stored food, there is a danger of food poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness
and quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it is
stored. Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage in-
structions.
Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from
other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid.
Stainless steel machines:
Adhesives will damage the coated stainless steel surface and
cause it to lose its dirt-repellent protective coating. Do not use sticky
notes, transparent adhesive tape, masking tape, or other types of
adhesive on the stainless steel surface.
The surface is easily scratched. Even magnets can cause scratch-
ing.
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Cleaning and maintenance
Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals.
They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.
Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short
circuit.
Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-
ing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or
pointed objects to
- remove frost or ice,
- separate frozen foods or remove ice trays.
Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost
it. These can damage the plastic parts.
Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might
cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
Transport
To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
Risk of injury and damage. The refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and must be transported by two people.
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Disposal of your old appliance
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).
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,
- scratching the surface coating.
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.
Installation
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Installation location
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
When deciding where to install your re-
frigeration appliance, please bear in
mind that it will use more energy if in-
stalled near to a heater, a range, or an-
other appliance that gives off heat. Di-
rect sunlight should also be avoided.
The higher the room temperature, the
longer the compressor runs and the
higher the energy consumption of the
refrigeration appliance.
When installing the refrigeration appli-
ance, please note the following:
- 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 rear of the refrigeration ap-
pliance as they could be damaged by
vibrations from the appliance.
- Do not plug in other appliances be-
hind the refrigeration appliance.
If installation near a heat source is un-
avoidable, observe the following mini-
mum distances between the appliance
and the heat source:
- At least 1 1/4" (3cm)
to electric or gas stoves
- At least 11 3/4" (30cm)
to oil or coal-based stoves
If it is not possible to observe these
minimum distances, an isolation plate
must be installed between the refrigera-
tion appliance and the heat source.
Climate class
The refrigeration appliance is designed
for use within the climate class (room
temperature range) SN-T. Do not use in
a climate class for which it is not de-
signed.
Climate class Room tempera-
ture
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 /
+16to +38°C
T 60°F to 109°F /
+16to +43°C
A lower room temperature will cause
the compressor to switch off for longer
periods. This can cause the internal
temperature in the refrigeration appli-
ance to rise with the risk of food deteri-
orating and going off.
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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.
Installation notes
Risk of damage and injury due to
the refrigeration appliance tipping
over.
This refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and can tip forwards when the
appliance door(s) is (are) open.
Keep the appliance door(s) shut until
the refrigeration appliance has been
built in and secured in its housing in
accordance with these operating and
installation instructions.
Due to its weight and size, the refrig-
eration appliance must be installed
by two people.
Adjoining cabinetry/units
The appliance is screwed to the adjoin-
ing cabinetry/units to the side and
above. For this reason, it is essential
that all cabinets/units are fixed to the
ground and/or wall.
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Load-bearing capacity of the niche
floor
To ensure the safe installation of the re-
frigeration appliance and to guarantee
its correct functioning, the floor of the
niche where the appliance is to be in-
stalled must be smooth and even.
It must be made from strong, rigid ma-
terial.
Because the refrigeration appliance is
extremely heavy when fully loaded, it is
essential that the floor it stands on is
able to bear its weight. If necessary,
seek the advice of an architect or con-
struction expert.
When fully loaded, the weight of the re-
frigeration appliance is approx.:
KF 2802 SF, KF 2812 SF 906 lbs
(411 kg)
KF 2902 SF, KF 2912 SF 1069 lbs
(485 kg)
Ventilation
Risk of fire and damage due to
insufficient ventilation.
If the refrigeration appliance is not
ventilated sufficiently, the compres-
sor will run more frequently and for
longer periods.
This causes increased energy con-
sumption and an increased com-
pressor operating temperature,
which can result in damage to the
compressor.
Please ensure that there is adequate
ventilation around the refrigeration
appliance.
Do not block the ventilation gaps.
The ventilation gaps must never be
obstructed.
Door hinge
Risk of damage and injury when
changing the door hinges.
Changing the door hinges single-
handedly can cause damage to the
appliance and injury.
The refrigeration appliance is sup-
plied with a fixed hinge. On no ac-
count should you attempt to change
the door hinge yourself.
If you need to change the door hinge
to the other side, please contact the
Miele Service department.
Installation
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Side-by-side
This appliance can be installed side-by-
side with another refrigeration appli-
ance. The following overview will show
you which side-by-side options you
have with your appliance:
A side-by-side merging kit and a top
frame (KTF) are required for this. Both
are available from your Miele dealer or
Miele Service.
Instructions for installing appliances
side-by-side can be found in the side-
by-side merging kit instruction man-
ual.
. . . with partition wall
The wall a between the side-by-side
appliances must be at least
5/8" (16mm) thick.
If the door hinges of the refrigeration
appliances are next to each other,
you must take into account the thick-
ness of the cabinet fronts and door
handles so that the appliance doors
do not collide and become damaged
if they are opened at the same time.
The refrigeration appliances are secured
individually in their installation niche us-
ing the supplied installation material.
If the partition wall a is narrower than
6 5/16" (160mm), you will need the
side panel heater from the side-by-side
installation kit to prevent condensation
from forming and any resulting damage.
When planning installation niches,
please note that the niche into which
the refrigeration appliance with the
side panel heater is installed must be
3/16" (4mm) wider (see “Installation
– Building-in dimensions”).
If the partition wall a is thicker than
6 5/16" (160mm), you do not need the
side-by-side installation kit, nor the side
panel heater.
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. . .without partition wall
If the appliances are to be installed next
to each other without a partition wall
between them, they will need to be
joined together with the side-by-side in-
stallation kit. In addition, you must in-
stall the side panel heater to prevent
condensation from forming and any re-
sulting damage.
Specifications for the plumbed
water connection
- Connection to the water supply must
comply with the applicable regula-
tions in the country where the appli-
ance is being installed.
All appliances and systems used to
supply water to the refrigeration ap-
pliance must also comply with the
applicable regulations in the respec-
tive country.
- The appliance may only be con-
nected to the plumbed water connec-
tion by qualified technicians.
- The quality of the incoming water
must conform to the requirements for
drinking water in the country where
the refrigeration appliance is being
used.
- Connect the water hose to the fresh
water supply and avoid connection to
a water supply in which the water
might stagnate.
- The appliance is only suitable for
connection to a cold water line.
- The water pressure must be between
29psi and 116psi (2 and 8bar).
- A faucet must be provided between
the water hose and the plumbed wa-
ter connection to ensure that the wa-
ter supply can be cut off if necessary.
- Make sure that the faucet is still ac-
cessible after the appliance has been
installed.
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Installation dimensions
Position of the electrical and plumbed water connections
- The electrical connection must not be positioned higher than 9" (228 mm) above
the floor.
- The 1/4" (6 mm) plumbed water connection should not be positioned higher
than 2" (50 mm) above the floor.
The electrical socket must not be concealed behind the appliance and must be
easily accessible in an emergency.
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A
B
C
D
A B C D
KF2802SF,
KF2812SF
84"–85 3/16"
(2134–2164mm)
30" (762mm) 24" (610mm) 3/4" (19mm)
KF2902SF,
KF2912SF
84"–85 3/16"
(2134–2164mm)
36" (915mm) 24" (610mm) 3/4" (19mm)
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1 3/16"
(30 mm)
7/8"
(22 mm)
9 5/8"
(244 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
3 3/8"
(85 mm)
Side view
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Dimensions with appliance door open (opening angle 90°/115°)
3/8" (10 mm)
A
D
B
C
A B C D
KF2802SF,
KF 2812 SF
32 5/8"
(829mm)
Cabinet front Door handle 14 5/16" (363mm)
KF2902SF,
KF 2912 SF
38 11/16"
(982mm)
Cabinet front Door handle 16 7/8" (428mm)
Installation
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Building in the appliance
Before starting...
It is essential to read these installa-
tion instructions carefully before
starting to install the appliance.
The appliance should be installed by
a suitably qualified tradesman in ac-
cordance with these installation in-
structions. Safe operation of the ap-
pliance is only assured if it has been
installed and connected in accor-
dance with the installation instruc-
tions.
Risk of damage and injury!
This appliance is very heavy and can
tip forwards when the door is open.
Keep the appliance door shut until
the appliance has been built in and
secured in its housing in accordance
with the operating and installation in-
structions.
The appliance is both large and
heavy. Installation must be carried
out by two people.
The appliance must be installed in ac-
cordance with local regulations. If local
regulations are not available, the follow-
ing regulations must be observed:
- in the USA: the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition/
State and Municipal codes and/or lo-
cal codes.
- in Canada: the Canadian Electric
code C22.1 - latest edition/Provincial
and Municipal codes and/or local
codes.
Tools required
- Cordless drill
- TX20 screwdriver
- Hammer drill
- Drill bits in various sizes, depending
on materials
- Hammer
- Open-ended wrench
- Ratchet wrench, attachment: socket,
5/16" (8mm)
- Adhesive tape
- Utility knife
- Pipe wrench
- Level
- Tape measure
- Pencil
Other
- Step ladder
- Hand truck
Installation
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Aligning the installation niche
The building-in niche must be carefully
aligned using a spirit level before the re-
frigeration appliance is installed. The
niche corners must be at 90° angles to
each other, otherwise the cabinet front
will not sit straight on all 4corners of
the building-in niche.
Checking the installation niche
Check the installation dimensions
(see “Installation – Installation dimen-
sions”).
Check the position of the electrical
connection. The length of the power
cord is 9' 10" (3 m).
The electrical socket must not be
concealed behind the appliance and
must be easily accessible in an
emergency.
Check the position of the plumbed
water connection.
The faucet must not be concealed
behind the appliance and must be
easily accessible in an emergency.
Check the surroundings for possible
collisions (see “Installation – Dimen-
sions with appliance door open”).
Only install the refrigeration appliance
in stable, solid installation niches, po-
sitioned on an even and level floor.
Also check the installation niche for
the following criteria:
- The side panels of the installation
niche must be even.
- The surrounding walls of the installa-
tion niche must be at least
5/8" (16 mm) thick.
- The surrounding walls must be se-
curely fixed to the floor or wall.
- Shortened side walls must be at least
4" (100 mm) deep.
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Before installation
Before installation, remove any ac-
cessories from the back of the appli-
ance.
Check the refrigeration appliance for
damage during transportation.
Do not install a damaged appliance.
Check that all parts at the back of the
appliance are unhindered.
To protect the floor during installation,
secure an off-cut of flooring or similar
material to the floor in front of the in-
stallation area.
Risk of damage and injury due to
the refrigeration appliance tipping
over.
As soon as you unscrew the brack-
ets that fix the refrigeration appliance
to the pallet, the appliance is no
longer secured.
Due to its weight and size, the refrig-
eration appliance must be installed
by two people.
Unscrew the fixing brackets.
With the help of several people as re-
quired, carefully lift the refrigeration
appliance from the pallet, starting
with the back of the appliance.
Risk of damaging the floor from
the load.
Moving the refrigeration appliance
can cause damage to the floor.
Move the refrigeration appliance
carefully on floors that are sensitive
to scratching.
As soon as you have set the appliance
upright, you can move it using the
rollers on the bottom.
Installation
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Preparing the installation niche
Risk of damage and injury due to
the refrigeration appliance tipping
over.
This refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and can tip forwards when the
doors are open.
The installation niche must be se-
cured to the wall behind it and/or
above it with several screws. Only
this will prevent the refrigeration ap-
pliance from tipping over after being
installed.
In addition, use the provided anti-tip
brackets to secure the installation
niche.
The parts required for installation are
supplied with the refrigeration appli-
ance. The plastic bags supplied are
marked with letters for easy identifica-
tion.
When performing the individual as-
sembly steps, observe the letters
specified and use the matching plas-
tic bag with the required installation
equipment.
The anti-tip brackets prevent the refrig-
eration appliance from tipping.
The anti-tip brackets are also used to fix
the installation niche securely to the
surrounding walls.
2
Use 2 anti-tip brackets for each in-
dividual appliance or 4 anti-tip brack-
ets for each (side-by-side) combina-
tion of 2 appliances.
Position the anti-tip brackets on
the left and right of the niche.
Depending on the subsequent adjust-
ment of the feet, the anti-tip brackets
are positioned 84"-85 3/16" (2,134–
2,164mm) from the floor of the niche.
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Risk of damage and injury due to
the refrigeration appliance tipping
over.
If the anti-tip brackets are fixed too
high up, they cannot be used to se-
cure the refrigeration appliance.
The distance between the
anti-tip brackets and the refrigeration
appliance must not exceed
5/16" (8mm).
2
2
Make sure that the gap between the
refrigeration appliance‘s rear wall and
the installation niche does not exceed
2" (51mm).
Place a wooden wedge behind the
anti-tip brackets if necessary.
While holding the anti-tip brackets in
place, mark the necessary drill holes
on the rear wall of the installation
niche.
Retaining screws for different uses
and types of material are supplied in
the accompanying pack.
2
Securing to a concrete wall
2
Securing to a wooden wall
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2
Securing with a wooden wedge
Secure the installation niche to the
wall behind it and/or above it as re-
quired using the anti-tip brackets.
Now prepare the plumbed water con-
nection for the refrigeration appliance
(see “Plumbed water connection”).
Pushing the appliance into the niche
Push the appliance into the niche,
taking care not to damage the power
cord and plumbed water connec-
tions.
If you are installing several refrigera-
tion appliances side by side, now se-
cure the appliances to one another
(see the installation instructions for the
side-by-side installation kit).
To ensure that the refrigeration appli-
ance can then be aligned correctly,
the toe-kick ventilation grille must be
removed from the appliance toe kick:
Carefully guide a flat-head screw-
driver through the toe-kick ventilation
grille on both sides and use it to
push the internal plastic latches out-
wards to release the toe-kick ventila-
tion grille.
Place the toe-kick ventilation grille to
one side.
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5
Affix edge protection to the adja-
cent cabinet fronts.
Insert the plug connector at the back
of the refrigeration appliance (see “In-
stallation – Electrical connection”).
Insert the plug into the electrical
socket.
The electrical socket must be close
to the refrigeration appliance and
easily accessible.
Risk of damage due to electrical
overload.
If the refrigeration appliance is elec-
trically overloaded, this can cause a
short circuit and thus damage your
refrigeration appliance.
When you install appliances side by
side, each refrigeration appliance
must have its own separate electrical
socket.
Tip: Secure the power cord to prevent it
becoming caught: tie a piece of string
to the middle of the power cord and as
the refrigeration appliance is being
pushed into the niche, pull the cord for-
ward underneath the appliance.
Carefully push the refrigeration appli-
ance into the niche.
If the refrigeration appliance cannot
be pushed into the niche (because
the floor is uneven, for example), un-
screw the rear feet slightly (see “In-
stallation – Aligning the refrigeration
appliance”) and slide the refrigeration
appliance into the installation niche.
Remove the edge protection from
the adjacent cabinet fronts.
Installation
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Aligning the refrigeration appliance
Align the appliance with neighboring
cabinet fronts as described below.
The adjustable feet at the front and
back of the appliance can all be ad-
justed from the front of the appliance.
Risk of damage due to incorrect
feet adjustment.
You may damage the adjustable feet
if you use a cordless screwdriver.
Always adjust the front and rear feet
by hand.
Position the supplied spacers on
both sides on the markings next to
the adjustable feet at the front of the
appliance.
Installation
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Adjust the rear feet with a ratchet (at-
tachment: socket, 8mm) or a TX20
screwdriver.
Adjust the front feet with a ratchet (at-
tachment: socket, 8mm) or a TX20
screwdriver.
Tip: Proceed carefully when adjusting
the feet, alternating between the left
and right feet.
Unscrew the adjustable feet and
on both sides at least until the
marking on the toe-kick is aligned
with the required 1 1/4" (32mm) on
the spacer. The standard dimen-
sion of 1 1/4" (32mm) relates to a
niche height of 84" (2,134mm).
It is important to adjust the feet to a
height of at least 1 1/4" (32mm) so
that the ventilation of the refrigeration
appliance via the toe-kick functions
correctly.
Installation
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Risk of damage if the feet are
adjusted too much.
The rear adjustable feet can be dam-
aged.
Unscrew the feet only until the
marking on the toe-kick is aligned to
a maximum of 2 7/16" (62mm) (max.
niche height of 85 3/16" (2,164mm)).
Use a level to check the alignment of
the appliance.
Securing the appliance in the niche
Use the screws supplied to secure
the refrigeration appliance on both
sides.
In a side-by-side combination, only
the external panels of the two appli-
ances can be secured to the cabinet
wall.
Installation
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Slide the cover onto the lower appli-
ance door from the inside.
Securing the toe-kick board and
cover
Remove the film from the adhesive
strips on the toe-kick cover pro-
vided.
Secure the toe-kick cover to the
toe-kick board.
Click the toe-kick board onto the
bottom of the appliance toe-kick.
Installation
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Aligning the appliance doors
After installation, align the appliance
doors with adjacent cabinet fronts.
To do this, check the gaps to the adja-
cent cabinet fronts.
If necessary, use the spacers pro-
vided and place them at the top of
the appliance doors on both sides.
Loosen the screws on the fixing
brackets slightly.
Remove the covers from both
sides of the top and bottom appli-
ance door.
Slightly loosen the screws in the
angle trims on both sides of the top
and bottom appliance door.
Installation
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Remove the cover from the light
contact switch of the top appliance
door.
Remove the nuts and washers
from the threaded bolts of the top
and bottom appliance door.
Align the height and sides of the ap-
pliance doors using the threaded
bolts.
If necessary, also align the depth of
the appliance doors via the gaps in
the angle trims.
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Close the appliance doors and check
the distance between the door and
adjacent cabinetry fronts again.
Then re-tighten all screws and .
Place the washers and nuts back
on the threaded bolts and tighten
the nuts. The appliance doors are
now secured.
Reattach covers and.
Place the covers provided on the
fixing brackets.
Remove the spacers from the ap-
pliance door.
Installation
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Limiting the opening angle of the ap-
pliance door
The door hinges are set ex works to en-
able the appliance door to be opened
wide.
If, for example, the appliance door hits
an adjacent wall when it is opened, you
should limit the opening angle of the
appliance door to 90°:
Open the appliance door.
Insert the pin into the lower hinge
from above.
This will limit the opening angle of the
appliance door to 90°.
Installation
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41
Water connection
Information on the fresh water con-
nection
Risk of injury and appliance
damage if appliance is not con-
nected properly.
Failing to connect the appliance
properly can result in personal injury
and/or material damage.
The appliance may only be con-
nected to the fresh water connection
by qualified technicians.
Disconnect the refrigeration ap-
pliance from the power supply before
connecting it to the water supply.
Close the faucet before connecting
the refrigeration appliance to the wa-
ter supply.
Risk to health and risk of dam-
age due to contaminated water.
The quality of the incoming water
must conform to the requirements for
drinking water in the country where
the refrigeration appliance is being
used.
Connect the refrigeration appliance
to the drinking water supply.
Connection to the water supply must
comply with the applicable regula-
tions in the country where the appli-
ance is being installed. All appliances
and systems used to supply water to
the refrigeration appliance must also
comply with the applicable regula-
tions in the respective country.
The appliance is only suitable for
connection to a cold water line,
which
- is directly connected to the water
supply in order to ensure that water is
circulated in the cold water line.
Avoid connection to a water supply
in which the water might stagnate.
This can affect the taste of water and
ice cubes.
- withstands the operating pressure.
- fulfills the hygiene regulations.
The water pressure must be between
29 and 116 psi (2 and 8bar).
A shut-off valve must be provided be-
tween the water line and the water sup-
ply of the building to ensure that the
water supply can be cut off if neces-
sary.
Make sure that the shut-off valve is
still accessible after the appliance
has been installed.
Risk of damage!
If the water intake is blocked while
the Ice Maker is still in use, the water
intake pipe can freeze up.
Turn the Ice Maker off if the water in-
take is interrupted (e.g., while on va-
cation).
Installation
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Unduly high water pressure in the
system can result in damage to the
appliance.
Install a pressure reducing valve if
the water pressure in the system ex-
ceeds 116 psi (8bar).
Do not install the system if the water
pressure exceeds 120 psi (8.3bar).
Contact your plumbing specialist if
you are unsure of your water pres-
sure.
Installing the water hose to the appli-
ance
A faucet must be provided between
the water hose and the plumbed wa-
ter connection to ensure that the wa-
ter supply can be cut off if neces-
sary.
Make sure that the faucet is still ac-
cessible after the appliance has been
installed.
By this time, the installation niche
should already have been prepared so
that the appliance needs only to be
pushed into it.
When installing the water hose, make
sure that it is neither kinked nor dam-
aged.
Position the appliance slightly in front
of the installation niche so that the
faucet can still be accessed.
2
The water connection of the refrigera-
tion appliance is ready for connec-
tion at the rear of the appliance.
Install the water hose onto the wa-
ter connection at the rear of the
appliance. Ensure that it is screwed
into position correctly and watertight.
7/16"
2
Connect the water hose to the
faucet.
Ensure that it is properly screwed into
position.
Slowly open the faucet in the water
supply line and check the whole wa-
ter system for leaks.
The appliance can now be installed in
the niche (see “Installing the appli-
ance”).
Installation
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Electrical connection
Risk 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.
Risk of electric shock!
For protection against electric shock,
this appliance is equipped with a
pole-free plug which is protected
against reverse polarity. The electri-
cal outlet must be properly
grounded.
Do not remove the round grounding
connector pin from the plug.
Use only a grounded plug adapter.
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 power
supply corresponds with the connection
voltage of the appliance. A power sup-
ply of 110–120V, 60Hz and 10–
16Amp, which is protected by a power
switch or a fuse, is required to operate
the appliance.
The manufacturer recommends operat-
ing the appliance on a dedicated circuit
to avoid overloading the electrical cir-
cuit.
All relevant legal electrical, fire, and
building regulations must be observed
when installing the electrical outlet 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, the appliance must be
installed and connected by a suitably
qualified electrician in accordance with
all relevant local and national regula-
tions and standards, including fire pre-
vention.
The socket must not be concealed be-
hind the appliance and must be easily
accessible so that the appliance can be
quickly disconnected from the electrical
supply in case of an emergency.
Installation
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If the outlet is no longer accessible after
installation, an additional means of dis-
connection must be provided for all
poles. Suitable means of disconnection
include switches with an all-pole dis-
connect device with a contact opening
of at least 1/8" (3mm). These can be
circuit breakers, fuses, and relays.
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 could
result in a short circuit.
Do not plug other appliances into elec-
trical outlet behind this appliance.
Do not connect the appliance to a
stand-alone inverter such as those used
with an autonomous energy source e.g.,
solar power.
When the appliance is turned on, power
surges could result in a safety switch-
off. This can damage the electronics.
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 performed by a qualified
technician.
Connecting the appliance
Insert the plug into the back of the
appliance.
Make sure that the plug has clicked into
position correctly.
Insert the plug into the electrical out-
let and switch on.
The appliance is now connected to the
electricity supply.
Saving energy
45
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.
Dry compartment in the
MasterFresh zone approx.
32°F (0°C).
0°F (-18°C) in the freezer
section
Saving energy
46
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
47
a
Automatic door opening (Push2open/Pull2open)
b
Display
c
On/Off switch
d
Shelves
e
Holder for the Active AirClean filter
Guide to the appliance
48
f
Interior lighting
g
Hanging drawer for storing small food items
h
Door shelves in the appliance door
i
Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture regulator for fruit and vegeta-
bles
j
Dry compartment with low temperature for food which goes off quickly
k
Ice maker
l
Freezer baskets
m
Ice-cube container
n
Water filter
The dry compartment in the MasterFresh zone fulfills the requirements of a cold
storage compartment according to ENISO15502.
Guide to the appliance
49
Main screen
°F
39
1
2
3
4
5
0
°F
6
7
a
Automatic SuperCool display
(only visible when the Automatic SuperCool function has been switched on)
b
Temperature display (target temperature) for the refrigerator section
c
Sensor control
for setting the temperature
d
Display for Miele@home connection status
(only visible when the Miele@home function has been set up)
e
SuperFrost display
(only visible when the SuperFrost function has been switched on)
f
Temperature display (target temperature) for the freezer section
g
Settings mode sensor control
for adjusting various settings in Settings mode
Guide to the appliance
50
Settings mode
In Settings mode, you can select the following appliance functions and alter their
settings to some extent:
Symbol Function
Language Set
Display Brightness Adjust (darker to brighter)
Color Scheme Set (dark or bright)
/ Buzzer Tones Adjust the volume or switch off the Buzzer Tones
completely (e.g., for the door alarm)
/
Keypad Tone Adjust the volume or switch off the Keypad Tone
completely
°F / °C Temperature Unit Set (°Fahrenheit or °Celsius)
/ Keypad Lock Switch on or off
(see “Selecting additional settings”)
Eco Mode Switch on or off
(see “Selecting additional settings”)
Self Test The system restarts and is checked for faults or
malfunctions
(see “Selecting additional settings”)
Door Assistant Switch on (Push2Open or Pull2Open) or switch off
(see “Selecting additional settings”)
Miele@home Set up, deactivate, or query WiFi connection sta-
tus (see “Selecting additional settings”)
* Demo Mode Switch off
* (only visible when Demo Mode, is switched on
see “Selecting additional settings”)
Factory Default Reset to default settings
(see “Selecting additional settings”)
Guide to the appliance
51
Vacation Switch on or off
(see “Selecting additional settings”)
Dispenser Unit Switching the ice maker on and off
(see “Making ice cubes”)
Sabbath Mode Switch on or off
(see “Selecting additional settings”)
Water Filter Display Switch on or off or reset
(see “Selecting additional settings”)
Display Active Air-
Clean Filter
Switch on or off or reset
(see “Selecting additional settings”)
Symbols in settings mode
/ Scroll in settings mode or select a setting
/ Change a setting (e.g., display brightness)
OK Confirm a setting
Exit the menu level
Accessories
52
Accessories supplied
Appliance plug
Active AirClean filters
The Active AirClean filters neutralize un-
pleasant odors in the refrigerator sec-
tion and stop odors from being trans-
ferred to the food.
Insert the supplied Active AirClean fil-
ters as described under “Cleaning and
care – Replacing the Active AirClean
filters”.
We recommend replacing the Active
AirClean filters every 6months.
Water filter (IntensiveClear 2.0 char-
coal filter)
The IntensiveClear 2.0 charcoal filter,
which is already installed in the refriger-
ation appliance, improves the taste and
smell of the ice cubes by removing
chlorine and other substances from
supply water.
However, to ensure the highest quality
of the ice cubes, it is essential to
change the water filter (IntensiveClear
2.0 charcoal filter) regularly.
Toe-kick cover in stainless steel look
The toe-kick cover in stainless steel
look ensures a uniform stainless steel
appearance.
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products are available for your ap-
pliance.
Active AirClean filters
See “Accessories supplied” for a de-
scription.
Water filter (IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh
filter)
The IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter filters
supply water for making ice cubes.
If an external water filter is attached to
your household water supply, you can
use an IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter in
place of an IntensiveClear 2.0 charcoal
filter.
Unlike the IntensiveClear 2.0 charcoal
filter, the IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter
does not need to be replaced, just
cleaned.
Water filter (IntensiveClear 2.0 char-
coal filter)
See “Accessories supplied” for a de-
scription.
Side-by-side installation kit and Top
Frame
To install two or more refrigeration ap-
pliances next to one another, you will
need the side-by-side installation kit
(see “Installation – Side-by-side”).
You also need a cover (Top Frame KTF)
to connect the appliances and to cover
the gap above the tops of the appli-
ances.
Accessories
53
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.
Before first use
54
Before first use
Allow the appliance to stand for ap-
prox. 1hour prior to connecting it to
the power supply.
This will help prevent any malfunc-
tions.
Packaging material
Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
Leftover tape residue.
Always remove all packaging mate-
rial, including adhesive tape, before
switching on the appliance.
Cleaning
Please refer to the relevant instruc-
tions in “Cleaning and care”.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.
Choosing the right Door Assistant
(Push2Open/Pull2Open)
The Door Assistant helps you to open
the appliance door.
You can choose between the two Door
Assistants Push2Open and Pull2Open
(see “Selecting additional settings –
Switching on the Door Assistant ”).
The default Door Assistant is
Push2Open.
Select the
Pull2Open Door Assistant if your appli-
ance has a cabinet front with a han-
dle.
Select the
Push2Open Door Assistant if your ap-
pliance has a handle-free cabinet
front.
Before first use
55
Inserting the Active AirClean filters
Your refrigeration appliance is equipped
with 2Active AirClean filters which neu-
tralize unpleasant odors in the refrigera-
tor section.
Insert the Active AirClean filters sup-
plied as described under “Cleaning
and care – Replacing the Active Air-
Clean filters”.
Miele@home
Your refrigeration appliance is
equipped with an integrated WiFi
module.
Networking is deactivated at the fac-
tory.
To use this feature, you will need:
- a WiFi network
- the Miele app
- a Miele user account You can create
a user account via the Miele app.
The Miele app will guide you as you
connect your refrigeration appliance to
your home WiFi network.
Once the refrigeration appliance is con-
nected to your WiFi network, you can
use the app to carry out the following
activities, for example:
- Call up information on the operating
status of your refrigeration appliance.
- Change the settings on your refriger-
ation appliance.
Connecting your refrigeration appliance
to your WiFi network will increase en-
ergy consumption, even when the ap-
pliance is switched off.
Make sure that the signal of your
WiFi network is sufficiently strong in
the place where you want to set up
your refrigeration appliance.
Availability of the WiFi connection
The WiFi connection shares a frequency
range with other appliances (including
microwave ovens and remote control
toys). This can cause sporadic or even
complete connection failures. There-
fore, the availability of featured func-
tions cannot be guaranteed.
Miele@home availability
The ability to use the Miele app de-
pends on the availability of the
Miele@home service in your country.
The Miele@home service is not avail-
able in every country.
For information about availability,
please visit www.miele.com.
Miele App
The Miele App is available to download
free of charge from the Apple App
Store
®
or from the Google Play Store™.
Before first use
56
Operating the refrigeration ap-
pliance
The touch display can be scratched
by pointed or sharp objects, e.g.,
pens.
Only touch the display with your fin-
gers.
If your fingers are cold, the touch
display may not react.
°F
39
°F
39
0
°F
The sensor controls underneath the
temperature display can be selected
directly by touch; the symbols and text
in or above the temperature display can
only be displayed.
Settings mode
In Settings mode, you can select
different refrigeration appliance func-
tions and alter their settings to some
extent (see “Selecting additional set-
tings”).
Touch the sensor control to open
Settings mode.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the function for which you wish
to adjust the settings.
Confirm your selection with OK.
Adjust the settings using either the
and sensor controls or the and
sensor controls.
Confirm your selection with OK.
The setting with the colored back-
ground is always the selected setting;
it can be confirmed directly with OK.
Touch the sensor control if you
wish to switch to the previous menu
level or terminate the process.
Every touch of the display is con-
firmed with an audible keypad tone.
You can switch off this keypad tone in
Settings mode.
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57
Starting up for the first time
Open the appliance door.
Turn the refrigeration appliance on by
pressing the On/Off switch.
The On/Off switch is located below
the display.
The refrigeration appliance will start to
cool and the interior lighting will come
on when the appliance door is opened.
Miele will appear in the refrigeration ap-
pliance display.
When you turn the appliance on for
the first time, you will be asked to
configure the following settings:
- Set the Language
(if you accidentally select the wrong
Language, return to Settings
mode and use the symbol to
change the language)
- Set the Temperature Unit:
°C (degrees Celsius) or °F (degrees
Fahrenheit)
- Set up Miele@home:
Select Continue if you would like to set
up Miele@home now. You will then be
guided by the display and the Miele
app.
As soon as your refrigeration appliance
has been integrated into your WiFi net-
work, the message Connection successful
will appear on your refrigeration appli-
ance‘s display.
Confirm the process with OK again.
If the WiFi connection is active, will
appear in the display.
Select Skip if you would prefer to set
up Miele@home later.
Touch the sensor control if you
want to return to the previous menu
level.
Set-up Successful will appear in the dis-
play.
Confirm the initial start-up with OK.
The main screen will appear on the dis-
play (see “Appliance description – Main
screen”).
You cannot terminate the initial start-
up process. The only way to terminate
the process is to switch off the refrig-
eration appliance, though the process
will continue when the appliance is
switched back on.
Switching on and off
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Switching on the appliance
Open the appliance door.
Turn the refrigeration appliance on by
pressing the On/Off switch.
The refrigeration appliance will start to
cool and the interior lighting will come
on when the appliance door is opened.
Miele will appear, followed by the main
screen on the refrigeration appliance
display:
°F
39
°F
39
0
°F
The message Freezer temperature too
high. Max. temperature °C will appear on
the display when the appliance is
switched on for the first time or until the
selected temperature has been reached
in the freezer section.
An alarm tone sounds.
Confirm the message with OK.
The message disappears from the dis-
play and the alarm tone stops.
However, the message may reappear
on the display after a brief delay.
As soon as the selected temperature
has been reached in the freezer section,
the message will disappear completely
from the display and the alarm tone will
stop.
To enable the temperature to get suf-
ficiently cold inside the refrigeration
appliance, allow the appliance to run
for a few hours before placing food
in it. Do not place food in the freezer
section until it has reached the re-
quired coldness (at least 0°F/-18°C).
Risk of damage due to high hu-
midity.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on exter-
nal refrigeration appliance panels.
This condensation can cause corro-
sion and lead to damage on external
appliance panels.
Install the refrigeration appliance in a
dry and/or air-conditioned room with
sufficient ventilation.
Do not switch the refrigeration appli-
ance on if you are going to be away
for a long period of time.
Do not leave the refrigeration appli-
ance unattended for a long period of
time while it is switched on.
Switching off the appliance
Turn the refrigeration appliance off by
pressing the On/Off switch.
The cooling and interior lighting are
switched off.
Please note: the refrigeration appli-
ance is not disconnected from the
power supply when it is switched off
with the On/Off switch.
Switching on and off
59
Switching off for longer peri-
ods of time
If the appliance is not going to be used
for a longer period of time:
Turn the appliance off.
Unplug the appliance or switch off
the breaker.
Risk of damage due to frozen
water intake pipe.
If the water intake is blocked while
the ice maker is still in use, the water
intake pipe can freeze up.
Turn the ice maker off if the water
supply is interrupted (e.g., while on
vacation).
Close the faucet in the water supply
line (approx. 3hours before switching
off the appliance to avoid the build-
up of bacteria caused by stagnant
water).
Empty the ice cube container.
Clean the refrigeration appliance.
Replace the water filter (Intensive-
Clear 2.0 charcoal filter) or clean the
water filter (IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh
filter).
Leave the door ajar to air the refriger-
ation appliance and avoid odors
building up inside the appliance.
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.
Selecting additional settings
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In settings mode, certain settings
can be adjusted and functions selected,
allowing you to adjust the machine to
suit your requirements.
The following section only describe the
functions in settings mode that re-
quire further explanation.
The door alarm and other warnings
are automatically disabled when the
appliance is in settings mode .
Switching Keypad Lock/
on or off
Switch Keypad Lock on if you wish to
protect your refrigeration appliance
from unwanted temperature changes or
other unintentional adjustments in Set-
tings mode .
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Keypad
Lock and select OK to confirm your
selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
switch the sensor lock On or Off and
select OK to confirm your selection.
The keypad lock will not be activated
until you close the appliance door.
Nothing will appear on the display to in-
dicate that the keypad lock is switched
on.
The message Press OK for 6 seconds to
unlock will appear on the display if you
select a sensor control while the sensor
lock is switched on.
Follow the instructions on the display.
The display is unlocked briefly so you
can adjust the setting as required. Clos-
ing the appliance door will reactivate
the sensor lock.
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Switching Eco Mode on or
off
Eco Mode is useful when you are going
on vacation, for example, and you do
not wish to switch off the appliance
completely or do not need a high de-
gree of cooling. Energy consumption in
Eco Mode is lower than in normal opera-
tion.
The fridge zone is regulated to a tem-
perature of 43°F (6°C); the dry compart-
ment in the SmartFresh zone is regu-
lated to approx. 37°F (3°C).
The freezer zone is regulated to a tem-
perature of 3°F (-16°C).
If the Automatic SuperCool or Super-
Frost function is switched on, these
will be automatically switched off when
Eco Mode is selected.
In Settings mode , use the and
sensor controls to select the Eco
Mode and select OK to confirm your
selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
switch Eco Mode On or Off and select
OK to confirm your selection.
Only the changed temperatures in the
display indicate that Eco Mode is
switched on.
Tip: You can also switch off the Eco
Mode function by directly adjusting the
temperature (see “The correct tem-
perature – Setting the temperature”).
Health risk caused by decom-
posing food.
Storing food at a temperature higher
than 0°F (-18°C) in the freezer zone
for an extended period of time may
impair the storage life and quality of
the food.
Only ever switch on the Eco Mode
function for a limited period.
When switching to the Eco Mode
function, check that the food in the
freezer zone is already properly
frozen.
Do not freeze any new food while the
Eco Mode function is switched on.
Health risk caused by decom-
posing food.
The usability and quality of food in
the fridge zone may deteriorate if the
temperature remains above 37°F
(4°C) for an extended period.
Only ever switch on the Eco Mode
mode for a limited period.
Do not store any temperature-sensi-
tive food which spoils easily, such as
fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, and
dairy products, during this time.
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Performing a Self Test
Perform a Self Test if you are concerned
that your refrigeration appliance is not
working properly and want to check if it
is suffering from any problems.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Self Test
and select OK to confirm your selec-
tion.
Touch the sensor control if you
wish to terminate the process.
The Self Test starts and the appliance is
checked for any faults or malfunctions.
- The message System restart will ap-
pear on the display if the Self Test
does not discover any faults or mal-
functions.
- If the Self Test does discover any
faults or malfunctions, they are indi-
cated as error messages on the dis-
play.
An alarm will also sound.
If you find the alarm disruptive, you
can switch it off in advance by touch-
ing the sensor control.
Make a note of the error message(s)
displayed.
Contact Miele Service and inform
them of the error message(s) on the
display.
Confirm the message with OK.
System restart will appear on the display.
The refrigeration appliance briefly
switches off and then back on automat-
ically.
Self test completed will appear on the dis-
play.
Confirm the message with OK.
The main screen appears on the display
again.
Selecting additional settings
63
Switching on the Door Assis-
tant
You can choose between the two Door
Assistants Push2Open and Pull2Open.
The default Door Assistant is
Push2Open.
The Push2Open Door Assistant is suit-
able for cabinet fronts without handles.
The door will then open automatically
when you gently press against it.
The Pull2Open Door Assistant is suitable
for cabinet fronts with handles. The ap-
pliance door can be opened easily with
little force.
Risk of damage if the appliance
door is closed prematurely.
When the Door Assistant is switched
on, repeatedly closing the appliance
door early can lead to damage or
malfunctions.
Refrain from holding onto or closing
the appliance door while automatic
door opening is still extended. If you
have indeed closed the appliance
door, leave it closed for 5minutes.
Automatic door opening resets itself.
If necessary, you can also switch on
the Door Assistant for only the fridge
zone or the freezer zone. Use the
and sensor controls to select the re-
quired zone and confirm your selec-
tion with OK.
Please note that the Door Assistant
can only be used to control the refrig-
erator section door.
Switching on Push2Open
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Door As-
sistant and select OK to confirm your
selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Mode and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Push2Open and select OK to
confirm your selection.
Touch the sensor control to return
to the previous menu level.
– Adjusting the intensity
You can also adjust the intensity of the
Push2Open function. The lower the set
intensity, the less force required when
you push against the appliance door.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Door As-
sistant and select OK to confirm your
selection.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Intensity
and select OK to confirm your selec-
tion.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the right intensity (Low, Medium,
High) and select OK to confirm your
selection.
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– Adjusting the duration of the Auto-
Close function
You can also adjust the duration for
how long the appliance door will remain
open until it closes automatically.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Door As-
sistant and select OK to confirm your
selection.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select AutoClose
and select OK to confirm your selec-
tion.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the duration (5 to 30seconds)
and touch OK to confirm your selec-
tion.
To protect against inadvertent open-
ing: if you do not pull the appliance
door open, it will close again by itself
after a duration defined by you.
Switching on Pull2Open
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Door As-
sistant and select OK to confirm your
selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Mode and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Pull2Open and select OK to
confirm your selection.
Touch the sensor control to return
to the previous menu level.
– Adjusting the intensity
You can also adjust the intensity of the
Pull2Open function. The lower the set in-
tensity, the less force required when
you pull the appliance door.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Door As-
sistant and select OK to confirm your
selection.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Intensity
and select OK to confirm your selec-
tion.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the right intensity (Low, Medium,
High) and select OK to confirm your
selection.
Switching off the Door Assis-
tant
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Door As-
sistant and select OK to confirm your
selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Mode and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Off and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Touch the sensor control to return
to the previous menu level.
Selecting additional settings
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Miele@home
Setting up Miele@home
The message Set up Miele@home only
appears if the refrigeration appliance
has not yet been connected to a WiFi
network.
Connect your refrigeration appliance
as described in “Before using for the
first time”.
Deactivating Miele@home
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select
Miele@home and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Deactivate and select OK to
confirm your selection.
Deactivation successful will appear on the
display.
Confirm the message with OK.
Your refrigeration appliance is now dis-
connected from your WLAN network.
The symbol will go out on the dis-
play.
Activating Miele@home
If you have already activated
Miele@home and then disconnected
the connection, you will need to reac-
tivate the connection.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select
Miele@home and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Activate and select OK to con-
firm your selection.
Activation successful will appear on the
display.
Confirm the message with OK.
If the WLAN connection is active, will
appear on the display.
Checking the WLAN connection sta-
tus
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select
Miele@home and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Connection status and select OK
to confirm your selection.
Information about the WLAN connec-
tion status will then appear on the dis-
play:
- connected: there is a strong con-
nection
- connected: there is an average
connection
- connected: there is a weak con-
nection
- disconnected
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66
Setting up Miele@home again
If you have changed your WiFi network,
you can set up Miele@home again for
your appliance.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select
Miele@home and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Set up again and select OK to
confirm your selection.
Reset configuration? will appear on the
display.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Yes or No and select OK to
confirm your selection.
Resetting the network configuration
Reset the refrigeration appliance’s set-
tings to the default settings when dis-
posing of your refrigeration appliance,
selling it, or putting a used refrigera-
tion appliance into operation. This will
reset the network configuration so that
all personal data is deleted from the
refrigeration appliance. This will also
ensure that a previous owner is no
longer able to access the refrigeration
appliance.
Reset the settings of the refrigeration
appliance as described under “Reset-
ting the settings to their default set-
tings”.
Switching off Demo Mode
Demo mode allows the appliance to
be presented in the showroom with-
out the cooling system being
switched on. Do not activate this set-
ting for domestic use.
If Demo mode has been switched on
as a default setting, will show on the
display.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Demo
Mode and select OK to confirm your
selection.
Press OK for 4 seconds to deactivate will
appear on the display.
Follow the instructions on the display.
The countdown Demo Mode will deacti-
vate in seconds. appears on the display.
Demo Mode deactivated. The appliance will
cool down. will appear on the display.
Confirm the message with OK.
The main screen appears on the display
again.
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Resetting the settings to their default settings
You can reset the refrigeration appliance‘s settings to their default settings.
Reset the refrigeration appliance’s settings to the default settings when disposing
of your refrigeration appliance, selling it, or putting a used refrigeration appliance
into operation. This will reset the network configuration so that all personal data
is deleted from the refrigeration appliance. This will also ensure that a previous
owner is no longer able to access the refrigeration appliance.
In Settings mode, use the and sensor controls to select Factory Default
and select OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to select Reset and select OK to confirm your
selection.
After a brief delay, Settings reset appears on the display.
Confirm the message with OK.
The initial commissioning process restarts (see “Before first use – Starting up for
the first time”).
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68
The refrigeration appliance‘s settings will be reset to the following values:
Function Default settings
Language English
Display Brightness Average value
(4 of 7 segments)
Color Scheme Dark
/ Buzzer Tones Average value
(4 of 7 segments)
/
Keypad Tone Average value
(4 of 7 segments)
°F / °C Temperature Unit °Fahrenheit
/ Keypad Lock Switched off
Eco Mode Switched off
Door Assistant Push2open
Miele@home Switched off
Vacation Switched off
Dispenser Unit Switched on
Sabbath Mode Switched off
Water Filter Display Switched on
Display Active AirClean Filter Switched on
Temperature in the fridge
zone
39°F (4°C)
Temperature in the dry com-
partment
32°F (0°C)
Temperature in the freezer
zone
0°F (-18°C)
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Switching Vacation mode
on or off
Vacation is useful when going on vaca-
tion, for example, if you do not wish to
switch off the fridge zone completely or
do not need a high degree of cooling.
Food which does not spoil quickly can
be stored in the appliance for some
time at this moderate fridge-zone tem-
perature and energy consumption is
lower than in normal operation.
This also prevents the build-up of odors
and bacteria which can occur if the
fridge zone is switched off and the ap-
pliance door is closed.
The fridge zone is regulated to a tem-
perature of 57°F (14°C), remaining in
operation while also saving energy.
If the Automatic SuperCool function
is turned on, this will be turned off when
Vacation mode is selected.
Please note that the temperature in
the dry compartment in the Master-
Fresh zone also increases accord-
ingly when Vacation mode is switched
on.
The freezer zone remains switched on
at the previously set temperature, and
the SuperFrost function can still be
selected.
Ice cube production is deactivated for
as long as Vacation mode is switched
on.
Health risk caused by decom-
posing food.
The usability and quality of food in
the fridge zone may deteriorate if the
temperature remains above 37°F
(4°C) for an extended period.
Only ever switch on the Vacation
mode for a limited period.
Do not store any temperature-sensi-
tive food which spoils easily such as
fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, and
dairy products during this time.
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Switching Vacation mode on
In Settings mode , use the and
sensor controls to select the Vaca-
tion and select OK to confirm your se-
lection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select On and select OK to confirm
your selection.
14°C (57°F) is now displayed on the
temperature display for the fridge zone
and the interior lighting in the fridge will
go out.
The symbol will appear on the tem-
perature display for the fridge zone.
Switching Vacation mode off
In Settings mode , use the and
sensor controls to select the Vaca-
tion and select OK to confirm your se-
lection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Off and select OK to confirm
your selection.
The temperature you had set previously
is now displayed on the temperature
display for the fridge zone and the inte-
rior lighting in the fridge zone will go on
again.
The symbol will disappear from the
temperature display for the fridge zone.
Switching Sabbath Mode on
or off
The refrigeration appliance has a Sab-
bath Mode to support the observance of
religious customs.
When Sabbath Mode is switched on,
you cannot make any settings on your
refrigeration appliance.
Ensure that the appliance door is
properly closed, as visual and audible
alarms are switched off in Sabbath
Mode.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select Sabbath
Mode and select OK to confirm your
selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select On or Off and select OK to con-
firm your selection.
When Sabbath Mode is switched on,
will appear on the display and the
display brightness will be reduced (the
display does not change when the ap-
pliance door is closed).
When Sabbath Modeis switched on,
the following functions are switched off:
- Door Assistant
(for cabinet fronts without handles,
the appliance door will have to be
pulled from the bottom or side)
- Lighting
- All audible and visual signals,
- Temperature display
- The Automatic SuperCool function (if
previously switched on)
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71
- SuperFrost function
(if previously switched on)
- Ice Maker
(if previously switched on)
You can still select:
- the sensor control for Settings
mode so that Sabbath Mode can be
switched off
The Sabbath Mode function will switch it-
self off automatically after approx.
125hours.
Health risk caused by decom-
posing food.
As any power failure during Sabbath
Mode is not shown on the display,
the frozen food may thaw or defrost.
This will reduce the storage life of the
food.
Check the quality of the food.
Check whether the frozen food has
started to defrost. If it has, use the
food as soon as possible or cook it
before freezing it again.
Switching on, switching off, or
resetting the Water Filter Dis-
play
Depending on the quantity of ice cubes
produced, the Water Filter Display will re-
mind you approx. every 6months that
the IntensiveClear 2.0 charcoal filter
needs to be changed. Replace the water
filter will appear on the display.
See “Water filter – Replacing the water
filter” for instructions on how to replace
the IntensiveClear 2.0 charcoal filter.
The first time the IntensiveClear 2.0
charcoal filter needs to be changed,
the display will remind you automati-
cally; the reminder does not need to
be switched on separately.
Tip: If you have replaced the Intensive-
Clear 2.0 charcoal filter with an Inten-
siveClear 2.0 mesh filter, you can use
the Water Filter Display as a reminder to
clean the IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter.
See “Cleaning and care – Cleaning the
water filter (IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh fil-
ter)” for instructions on how to clean the
IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter.
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72
Switching on the Water Filter Display
If the Water Filter Display has been
switched off once, it must be switched
on again if required.
In Settings mode , use the and
sensor controls to select the Water
Filter Display and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select On and select OK to confirm
your selection.
The Water Filter Display has been
switched on.
Switching off the Water Filter Display
Risk to health due to contami-
nated water.
If the IntensiveClear 2.0 charcoal fil-
ter is not replaced on a regular basis,
it may become contaminated.
Only switch off the Water Filter Display
if an external water filter has been at-
tached to your household water sup-
ply in place of the IntensiveClear 2.0
charcoal filter. In this case, you
should also use an IntensiveClear 2.0
mesh filter in place of the Intensive-
Clear 2.0 charcoal filter (see “Acces-
sories – Optional accessories”).
In Settings mode , use the and
sensor controls to select the Water
Filter Display and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Off and select OK to confirm
your selection.
The Water Filter Display has been
switched off.
Resetting the Water Filter Display
After you have replaced or cleaned the
water filter, you must reset the Water Fil-
ter Display so that it can be displayed
again after 6months.
If you do not reset the display, it ap-
pears again and again.
In Settings mode , use the and
sensor controls to select the Water
Filter Display and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Reset and select OK to confirm
your selection.
The Replace the water filter message dis-
appears from the display.
The Water Filter Display has been acti-
vated for the next time the water filter
requires cleaning or replacing.
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Switching on, switching off, or
resetting the Display Active
AirClean Filter
The Display Active AirClean Filter will re-
mind you approx. every 6months that
the Active AirClean filters have to be re-
placed. Change Active AirClean Filter will
appear on the display.
See “Cleaning and care – Replacing the
Active AirClean filters” for instructions
on how to replace the Active AirClean
filters.
The first time the Active AirClean filters
need to be replaced, the display will
remind you automatically; the re-
minder does not need to be switched
on separately.
Switching on the Display Active Air-
Clean Filter
If the Display Active AirClean Filter has
been switched off once, it must be
switched on again if required.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select the Display
Active AirClean Filter and select OK to
confirm your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select On and select OK to confirm
your selection.
The Display Active AirClean Filter has been
switched on.
Switching off the Display Active Air-
Clean Filter
If you do not require theDisplay Active
AirClean Filter, you can switch it off.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select the Display
Active AirClean Filter and select OK to
confirm your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Off and select OK to confirm
your selection.
The Display Active AirClean Filter has been
switched off.
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74
Resetting the Display Active AirClean
Filter
After you have replaced the Active Air-
Clean filters, you must reset the Display
Active AirClean Filter so that it can be dis-
played again after 6months.
If you do not reset the display, it ap-
pears again and again.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensor controls to select the Display
Active AirClean Filter and select OK to
confirm your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Reset and select OK to confirm
your selection.
The Change Active AirClean Filter message
disappears from the display.
The Display Active AirClean Filter to re-
place the Active AirClean filters has
been activated.
The correct temperature
75
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 fridge zone and in the
MasterFresh zone
We recommend a temperature of 39°F
(4°C) in the fridge zone.
The temperature in the dry compart-
ment of the MasterFresh zone is regu-
lated automatically and is maintained
just above 0°C (32°F) at a fridge-zone
temperature of 4°C (37°F).
Please note that if the temperature in
the fridge zone is any warmer, the
temperature in the dry compartment of
the MasterFresh zone will rise as well.
This is also the case if you switch on
the Eco Mode and Vacation functions,
for example.
Automatic cold air circulation (Dyna-
Cool)
The fan automatically turns on when the
cooling system for the refrigerator sec-
tion turns on. It distributes the tempera-
ture in the refrigerator section to all ar-
eas evenly so that all the food inside will
be chilled to about the same degree.
The correct temperature
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...in the Freezer Zone
To freeze fresh food and to store frozen
food for a long time, a temperature of
0°F (-18°C) is required. At this tempera-
ture the growth of bacteria is generally
halted. As soon as the temperature
rises above 14°F (-10°C), the bacteria
become active in the food again so it
cannot be kept as long. For this reason,
partially defrosted or defrosted food
must not be re-frozen. Food may be re-
frozen once it has been cooked (boiled
or roasted), as the high temperatures
achieved when cooking destroy most
bacteria.
Setting the temperature
Touch the symbol for setting the
temperature.
The previously set temperatures of the
Fridge and Freezer Zones are displayed.
Use the and arrow buttons to
select the temperature zone for which
you want to adjust the temperature
and touchOK to confirm your selec-
tion.
Set the temperature you want with
the and sensor controls. Keep-
ing your finger on the sensor control
changes the temperature continu-
ously.
Confirm the temperature setting
withOK or wait approx. 8seconds af-
ter the last touch of the sensor. This
temperature will be automatically
adopted.
Tip: The newly set temperature can also
be confirmed and adopted by closing
the appliance door.
The temperature display always shows
the required temperature.
If you have adjusted the temperature,
wait for approximately 6hours if the
appliance is not very full and for ap-
proximately 24hours if the appliance
is full before checking the temperature
display. It will take this long for an accu-
rate reading to be given.
If, after this time, the temperature is
still too high or too low, adjust it
again.
Temperature range
The temperature can be adjusted:
- From 36°F (2°C) to 46°F (8°C) in the
Fridge Zone
- From 7°F (-14°C) to -11°F (-24°C) in
the Freezer Zone
The ambient temperature in the room
and the installation location can af-
fect the time it takes for the appli-
ance to reach the lowest tempera-
ture.
If the ambient temperature is too
high, the appliance may not reach
the lowest temperature.
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AutomaticSuperCool func-
tion
The AutomaticSuperCool function can
be used to rapidly reduce the tempera-
ture in the refrigerator section to its low-
est setting (depending on the room
temperature).
AutomaticSuperCool is particularly rec-
ommended for the rapid chilling of large
amounts of fresh food or drink.
Switching on AutomaticSuperCool
Touch the sensor control to set the
temperature.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the temperature display of the
fridge zone and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Touch the sensor control to switch
the AutomaticSuperCool function on.
The symbol is highlighted in color
and the newly set temperature value of
35°F (2°C) appears on the display.
Confirm the setting with OK or wait
approx. 8seconds after the last press
of the button. The setting will be au-
tomatically adopted.
The symbol will light up on the tem-
perature display for the fridge zone.
The appliance will now run at maximum
power.
Switching off AutomaticSuperCool
Touch the sensor control to set the
temperature.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the temperature display of the
fridge zone and select OK to confirm
your selection.
The symbol is highlighted in color
and the temperature value of 35°F (2°C)
is shown on the display.
Touch the sensor control to switch
the AutomaticSuperCool function off.
The symbol is no longer highlighted
in color and the previous temperature
setting appears again on the display.
Confirm the setting with OK or wait
approx. 8seconds after the last press
of the button. The setting will be au-
tomatically adopted.
The symbol will disappear from the
temperature display for the fridge zone.
The refrigeration appliance will continue
running at normal power.
If you do not turn off the AutomaticSu-
perCool function, it will turn itself off au-
tomatically after approx. 6hours. The
appliance will then run at normal power
again.
Tip: To save energy, the AutomaticSu-
perCool function should be switched off
once food and drinks are sufficiently
chilled.
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SuperFrost function
For best results, turn on the SuperFrost
function before putting fresh food into
the freezer.
Fresh food will be frozen quickly, so that
the nutritional value, vitamin content,
appearance, and taste are maintained.
Exceptions:
- Placing food in the freezer that is al-
ready frozen.
- When freezing up to 4.4 lb (2 kg)kg
fresh food daily.
Turning on SuperFrost
SuperFrost should be turned on 4–
6hours before placing food in the
freezer. When freezing the maximum
amount of food, the SuperFrost func-
tion should be switched on 24hours
beforehand.
Touch the sensor control to set the
temperature.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the temperature display of the
freezer zone and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Touch the sensor control to switch
the SuperFrost function on.
The symbol is highlighted in color
and the newly set temperature value of
-22°F (-30°C) appears in the display.
Confirm the setting with OK or wait
approx. 8seconds after the last press
of the button. The setting will be au-
tomatically adopted.
The symbol will appear on the tem-
perature display for the freezer zone.
The appliance will now run at maximum
power.
Turning off SuperFrost
Touch the sensor control to set the
temperature.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the temperature display of the
freezer zone and select OK to confirm
your selection.
The symbol is highlighted in colour
and the temperature value of -22°F
(-30°C) is shown in the display.
Touch the sensor control to switch
the SuperFrost function off.
The symbol is no longer highlighted
in color and the previous temperature
setting appears again on the display.
Confirm the setting with OK or wait
approx. 8seconds after the last press
of the button. The setting will be au-
tomatically adopted.
The symbol will disappear from the
temperature display for the freezer
zone.
The refrigeration appliance will continue
running at normal power.
If you do not turn off the SuperFrost
function, it will turn itself off automati-
cally after approx. 54hours. The quan-
tity of fresh food placed in the freezer
will determine the duration before the
SuperFrost function turns off.
The appliance will then run at normal
power again.
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Tip: To save energy, you should manu-
ally switch off the SuperFrost function
once the freezer reaches a constant
temperature of 0°F (-18°C) or colder.
Monitor the temperature in the freezer
zone.
Temperature and door alarm
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Your appliance is equipped with a warn-
ing system to ensure that temperature
increases in the freezer section do not
go unnoticed and also prevents energy
from being wasted when a door is left
open.
Temperature alarm
The Freezer temperature too high. Max.
temperature °C message appears in the
display if the temperature in the freezer
zone becomes too warm.
An alarm will also sound.
The temperature display will show the
highest temperature that was reached
during the time the temperature rose.
The audible and visual signals are trig-
gered, for example:
- When the appliance is switched on
and the temperature in the appliance
differs greatly from the set tempera-
ture.
- If a lot of warm room air enters the
freezer when frozen food is being
loaded, rearranged, or taken out.
- When large amounts of food are
frozen at once.
- When freezing fresh food which is still
warm.
- After an extended power failure.
The alarm will be silenced and the mes-
sage on the display will go out as soon
as the reason for the alarm has been re-
solved.
Health risk caused by decom-
posing food.
If the temperature in the freezer re-
mains above 0°F (-18°C) for a long
time, the frozen food may start to de-
frost. This will reduce the storage life
of the food.
Check whether the frozen food has
started to defrost. If it has, use the
food as soon as possible or cook it
before freezing it again.
Turning the temperature alarm off
early
Before you switch the temperature
alarm off, you must determine the
cause and rectify it.
If the alarm disturbs you, it can be
turned off early.
Touch the OKsensor.
The alarm stops and the message dis-
appears from the display.
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Door alarm
The alarm will sound if an appliance
door is left open for more than 2min-
utes.
The Close the door message also ap-
pears on the display.
As soon as the corresponding door is
closed, the alarm will stop and the mes-
sage on the display will go out.
Turning the door alarm off early
If the alarm disturbs you, it can be
turned off early.
Touch the OKsensor control in the
display.
The alarm stops and the message dis-
appears from the display.
After a certain time, the alarm will
sound again and the message will reap-
pear in the display until the appliance
doors have been closed.
Adjusting the interior fittings
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Removing or moving the door
shelves
Only move or remove the door
shelves when they are empty.
Hold the shelf on the frame with both
hands and lift it slightly so that it can
be lifted with the catches on both
sides over the guide.
Remove the shelf or place it in the re-
quired position with the catches in
the guides at the same height again.
Make sure that the shelf is straight.
Tip: For the purposes of loading and
unloading or cleaning, the clip-in con-
tainers in the shelves can be removed
from their holders completely.
Removing or moving the
shelves
Hold the shelf on both sides and raise
it slightly so that it can be lifted with
the catches over the guide at the
back.
Pull the shelf forward.
Remove the shelf or place it in the re-
quired position, with the catches en-
gaged at the back.
Make sure that the shelf is straight.
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Removing the hanging drawer
Pull the hanging drawer straight out
to lift it over the pull-out stops on
both sides.
To reinsert the hanging drawer, push
it straight into the guide.
The hanging drawer can be moved to
the left or right if required.
Moving the hanging drawer
The hanging drawer can be fixed under
any shelf in the refrigerator section.
Pull the hanging drawer out.
To remove the holder for the hanging
drawer, press against the retainers on
both sides of the holder from the rear
and pull the holder downwards diag-
onally from the frame.
To replace the holder, press against
the retainers on both sides of the
holder from the rear and clamp it into
the gap on the frame from below.
Put the hanging drawer back in.
Tip: Alternatively, you can move the
shelf together with the hanging drawer.
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Removing compartments from
the Fridge Zone
Pull the compartment out a little bit.
Using both hands, grasp the com-
partment frame from below and push
the compartment downwards so that
the rear end disengages and lifts up-
wards.
Pull the compartment forwards to re-
move it.
Push the runners back in again to
avoid damaging them!
Be careful not to wash away the spe-
cial lubricant in the telescopic run-
ners during cleaning.
Wipe the telescopic runners with a
damp cloth to clean them.
To reinsert the compartment, position
it on the telescopic runners so that it
clicks into place.
Removing the freezer baskets
The freezer baskets can also be re-
moved if necessary (e.g., for cleaning).
Open the lower appliance door as
wide as possible.
Pull the freezer basket out as far as it
will go.
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Raise the snap fastening on both
sides, unclip, and carefully lift the
basket out.
To replace it, pull the telescopic run-
ners out as far as they will go.
Place the freezer basket back in
again.
Slide the basket all the way back in
again until it engages in the snap fas-
tening.
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Removing the dividing panel (de-
pending on the model)
The dividing panel in the freezer basket
can be removed for cleaning:
The dividing panel is secured to the
freezer basket with brackets.
Pull the freezer basket out as far as it
will go.
To release the brackets, use a suit-
able object to turn the slots in the
pegs to a horizontal position(1.).
Remove the pegs from the brack-
ets(2.).
Pull the dividing panel upwards to re-
move it.
To reinsert the partition wall, place
the brackets in an upright position,
and position the dividing panel into
the brackets so that you hear it click
into place.
Insert the pegs into the brackets, and
use a suitable object to turn the slots
in the pegs into a vertical position.
Push the freezer basket all the way
back in.
Removing the ice cube tray
The ice cube tray can be removed for
cleaning:
Open the lower appliance door as
wide as possible.
Tilt the ice cube tray forwards and
pull it up and out to remove it.
Ice cube production does not stop
when the ice cube tray has been re-
moved. Ice cubes can fall into the
freezer basket underneath.
Only remove the ice cube tray for the
shortest time possible or switch off
the Ice Maker beforehand (see
“Switching off the Ice Maker” in
“Making ice cubes”).
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Always observe USDA food safety
guidelines.
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.
This appliance has DynamicCooling,
which helps to keep an even tempera-
ture when the fan is running. When
DynamicCooling is turned on, the dif-
ference between the various zones is
less pronounced.
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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.
Coldest area
The coldest area in the fridge zone is di-
rectly above the MasterFresh zone and
at the back of the appliance. The tem-
perature in the dry compartment of the
MasterFresh zone is even colder.
Use this area in the fridge zone and in
the dry compartment of the Master-
Fresh zone for all delicate and highly
perishable food, e.g.:
- 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 and other
fresh food with a best-before date
that requires storage at a temperature
of at least 39°F (4°C)
Tip: This compartment is ideal for all
home-cooked meals as any micro-
organisms that may still be present can-
not multiply.
Food which is not suitable for
storage in the fridge zone
Not all food is suitable for refrigeration
at temperatures below 40°F (5°C) be-
cause it is sensitive to cold.
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)
- eggplant, cucumbers, potatoes, pep-
pers, tomatoes, zucchini
- hard cheeses (e.g., Parmesan)
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Notes on buying food
The freshness of the food when it is first
placed in the appliance is the most im-
portant factor for how long it stays
fresh.
Take into account the use-by date and
the correct storage temperature.
Time out of the fridge, e.g., transporting
food in a warm car, should be kept to a
minimum.
Storing food correctly
Ensure that food stored in the fridge
zone is in packaging or covered prop-
erly (some exceptions apply in the Mas-
terFresh zone). This will prevent food
smells from affecting other food, food
from drying out, and also any cross-
contamination of bacteria. This is par-
ticularly 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 and avoid food waste.
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MastertFresh zone
The MastertFresh zone provides ideal
storage conditions for fruit, vegetables,
fish, meat, and dairy products. Food
stays fresh considerably longer while
retaining both flavor and vitamins.
The MasterFresh zone comprises a hu-
midity-controlled and a dry compart-
ment.
- Depending on the moisture-regulator
setting, the humidity-controlled
compartment is particularly suitable
for storing fruit and vegetables.
- The dry compartment is suitable for
storing perishable foods such as
fish, meat, and dairy products.
Any type of food can in fact be stored
in this compartment, as long as it is
packaged.
Max. load
of the hu-
midity-
controlled
compart-
ment
Max. load
of the dry
compart-
ment
KF28x2Vi
/SF
23 lb
(10.5kg)
31 lb
(14kg)
KF29x2Vi
/SF
30 lb
(13.5kg)
40 lb
(18kg)
Humidity-controlled compartment
with moisture adjustment
The moisture released by food in stor-
age is kept within the humidity-con-
trolled compartment drawer. The closer
the air humidity in the humidity-con-
trolled compartment is to the humidity
content of the food, the crisper and
fresher the food remains over a longer
period, as the water content of the food
is largely retained.
The moisture level greatly depends on
the type and quantity of food being
stored, if stored unwrapped.
The temperature in the humidity-con-
trolled compartment is approximately
equivalent to the temperature in the
conventional fridge zone.
Remember that the fresher the food
when it is placed in the appliance, the
longer it will stay fresh.
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The moisture regulator is used to regu-
late the amount of moisture in the hu-
midity-controlled compartment with
settings to .
Position of the moisture regulator
= slightly increased humidity
Select this setting if you store very
large quantities of fruits and vegeta-
bles in the humidity-controlled com-
partment. The moisture regulator par-
tially closes the vents in the compart-
ment so that some of the moisture
present is retained.
Position of the moisture regulator
= increased humidity
Select this setting if you store small
to large quantities of fruits and vegeta-
bles in the humidity-controlled com-
partment. The moisture regulator closes
the vents in the compartment com-
pletely so that all of the moisture
present is retained.
Tip: If the humidity level is too high and
a lot of moisture has collected in the
compartment, select the setting.
If the quantity of food being stored in
this compartment is small, the moisture
level may be too low. If you are only
storing a small amount of food, wrap it
in airtight packaging.
Increased moisture in the humidity-
controlled compartment can, in
some circumstances, cause a build-
up of condensate.
Wipe off any condensate with a
cloth.
Regulating the humidity level in the
humidity-controlled compartment
Slide the moisture regulator to the
left or right depending on the
setting required.
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Dry compartment with low tempera-
ture
The temperature in the dry compart-
ment is maintained at 30 to 37°F ( -1 to
3°C). While lower than the temperature
in a standard fridge zone, this is the op-
timum temperature range for storing
fresh food which is not sensitive to
cold.
The deterioration process is deceler-
ated at this temperature range so food
can be stored without loss of fresh-
ness for considerably longer than in a
standard fridge and you do not need
to shop as often.
The humidity level is similar to that in
the conventional fridge zone.
Tip: This compartment is ideal for all
home-cooked meals as any micro-
organisms that may still be present can-
not multiply.
The dry compartment is ideal for storing
perishable foods such as:
- dairy products such as yogurt,
cheese, cream, etc.
- deli salads
- meat, poultry, and sausage
- fresh fish and shellfish
- Any type of food can in fact be stored
in this compartment, as long as it is
packaged.
Please note that foods rich in protein
deteriorate faster than others.
Shellfish, for example, deteriorates
faster than fish, and fish deteriorates
faster than meat.
For hygiene reasons, always keep these
foods covered or wrapped in this
compartment.
In addition, the food will be protected
against drying out.
Take food out of the dry compartment
approximately 30to60minutes before
using it. The aroma and taste do not
fully develop until the food has
reached room temperature.
At high room temperatures, delicate
food should preferably be kept in the
fridge zone for a period of time.
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The following tips may help if you find that food you have stored does not
keep well (for example, the food wilts or becomes withered after only a short
storage time):
Only place fresh food in the appliance as the initial condition of the food is cru-
cial to maintaining freshness.
Clean the MasterFresh zone before storing food in it.
Very wet food should be dried off before storing it in the humidity-controlled
compartment.
Do not store food which is sensitive to cold in the dry compartment (see “Food
which is not suitable for storing in the Fridge Zone”).
Allocate the appropriate settings to food you wish to store (e.g., humid or dry
storage).
Store food loose in the humidity-controlled compartment.
A high humidity level in the humidity-controlled compartment is achieved by the
moisture present in the food being stored.
If the humidity level is not high enough (e.g., too little food is being stored), it can
be increased by placing a damp sponge in the drawer.
If you think that the temperature in the dry compartment is too high or too low,
adjust the temperature in the Fridge Zone (see “Setting the temperature” in “The
correct temperature”). If ice crystals start to form on the floor of the dry com-
partment, increase the temperature as otherwise the cold temperature will dam-
age the food.
If too much water collects at the bottom of the humidity-controlled compart-
ment, dry it with a cloth. If necessary, dry food before placing it in the appliance
or place a rack at the bottom of the humidity-controlled compartment to allow
water to drain off.
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Always observe USDA food safety
guidelines.
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.
Maximum freezing capacity
To ensure that fresh food placed in the
freezer freezes through to the core as
quickly as possible, the maximum
freezing capacity must not be ex-
ceeded. The maximum freezing capac-
ity for freezing within a 24-hour period
is given on the data plate: “Freezing ca-
pacity...lbs/24hrs”.
What happens when you freeze
fresh food?
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible so that the nutritional value
of the food, its vitamin content, appear-
ance and flavor are maintained.
Food which takes a long time to freeze
will lose more water from its cells,
which then shrink. During the defrosting
process, only some of this water is re-
absorbed by the cells. What this means
in practice is that the food loses more
moisture. You can see this in the large
amount of water that collects around
the food when it defrosts.
If food is frozen quickly, the cells have
less time to lose moisture, so they
shrink less. As there is not so much
moisture loss, it is easier for the food to
reabsorb it during the defrosting
process, and very little water collects
around the defrosted food.
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Storing frozen food
Never re-freeze partially or fully de-
frosted food. Defrosted food must
only be re-frozen after it has been
cooked.
When buying frozen food to store in
your freezer, make sure to check:
- that the packaging is not damaged
- the expiration date
- the temperature at which the frozen
food is being stored in the store
The length of time food can be kept
is reduced if it has been stored at a
temperature warmer than 0°F (-18°C).
Buy frozen food at the very end of
your shopping trip.
Store it in the freezer compartment as
soon as possible.
Home freezing
Only freeze food that is fresh and in
good condition.
Tips for home freezing
- The following types of food are suit-
able for home freezing:
fresh meat, poultry, game, fish, veg-
etables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy prod-
ucts, baked goods, leftovers, egg
yolks, egg whites, and a range of pre-
cooked meals.
- The following types of food are not
suitable for freezing:
lettuce, radishes, sour cream, may-
onnaise, whole eggs in their shells,
onions, whole raw apples and pears.
- To retain color, taste, aroma, and vi-
tamin C, vegetables should be
blanched before they are frozen. To
do so, place them portion by portion
into boiling water for 2–3minutes.
Then, remove and plunge the vegeta-
bles into ice-cold water to cool
quickly. Leave the vegetables to
drain.
- Lean meat freezes better than fatty
meat and can be stored for consider-
ably longer.
- Separate chops, steaks, cutlets, etc.
with a sheet of plastic freezer film. to
prevent them from freezing together
in a block.
- Do not season raw food or blanched
vegetables with herbs or salt before
freezing. Cooked food should only be
lightly seasoned. The flavor of some
herbs intensifies when frozen.
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- Placing hot food or drink in the
freezer causes food that is already
frozen to partially thaw and increases
energy consumption. Allow hot food
and drink to cool down before plac-
ing it in the freezer.
Packaging food for freezing
Freeze food in portions.
–Suitable packaging
- Plastic films
- Freezer bags
- Aluminum foil
- Freezer containers
–Unsuitable packaging
- Packing paper
- Parchment paper
- Cellophane
- Garbage bags
- Plastic shopping bags
Remove as much air as possible from
the packaging before sealing.
Close the packaging tightly with
- rubber bands,
- bag clips,
- string or bag ties, or
- freezer tape.
Tip: Freezer bags and poly tubing may
also be sealed using home heat sealing
kits.
Label the packaging with the con-
tents and the date of freezing.
Before placing food in the
freezer
When freezing more than 4.4lb (2kg)
of fresh food, switch on the Super-
Frost function for 24hours before
placing the food in the freezer (see
“Using Automatic SuperCool and Su-
perFrost”).
This helps frozen food which is already
stored in the freezer to stay frozen.
Freezing and storing food
96
Placing food in the freezer
Food to be frozen can be placed any-
where in the freezer zone.
Place large quantities of food in the
large freezer basket.
Place the frozen food flat in the bot-
tom of the basket so that it freezes
through to the core as quickly as pos-
sible.
Fill the top freezer basket first as the
food will freeze quickest here.
Ensure that the packaging and con-
tainers are dry to prevent them from
freezing together or to the walls.
Please follow the guidelines in the ta-
ble below regarding recommended
weights for the baskets:
Upper
freezer
basket
Lower
freezer
basket
KF28x2Vi/
SF
26.5 lb
(12kg)
62 lb
(28kg)
KF29x2Vi/
SF
40 lb
(18kg)
79 lb
(36kg)
Unfrozen food should not touch
frozen food as this will cause the
frozen food to begin to thaw.
Storage time for frozen food
The storage life of food is very variable,
even at a constant temperature of 0°F
(-18°C). Decomposition processes also
take place in frozen food, albeit at a
very reduced speed. Fat can become
rancid from contact with oxygen in the
air, for example. This is why lean meat
can be stored approx. twice as long as
fatty meat.
The storage times quoted are guide val-
ues for the storage life of different food
groups in the Freezer Zone.
Food group Storage
time
(Months)
Ice cream 2to6
Bread, baked goods 2to6
Cheese 2to4
Fish, oily 1to2
Fish, lean 1to5
Sausage, ham 1to3
Game, pork 1to12
Poultry, beef 2to10
Vegetables, fruit 6to18
Herbs 6to10
Where the storage time given on the
packaging differs, follow the advice on
the packaging.
Freezing and storing food
97
Defrosting frozen goods
Never re-freeze partially or fully de-
frosted food. Defrosted food may only
be re-frozen after it has been cooked.
Frozen food can be defrosted in differ-
ent ways:
- In a microwave
- In an oven using “Convection” or the
“Defrost” setting
- At room temperature
- In the Fridge Zone (the cold given off
by the frozen food helps to keep the
other food cold)
- In a steam oven
Flat pieces of partially thawed meat
or fish can be placed directly into a hot
skillet.
Meat and poultry (e.g.,hamburgers,
chicken, fish) should not come into con-
tact with other foods while defrosting.
Catch the defrosting liquid and dispose
of it carefully.
Fruit can be thawed at room tempera-
ture, either in the packaging or in a cov-
ered bowl.
Most vegetables can be cooked while
still frozen. Just put straight into boiling
water or hot grease. The cooking time is
slightly less than that of fresh vegeta-
bles due to changes in the cell struc-
ture.
Cooling drinks quickly
When chilling drinks in the freezer,
make sure that bottles are not left in for
more than one hour. Otherwise they
could burst.
Making ice cubes
98
For the automatic ice cube maker to
operate, it must be connected to a
water supply (see “Installation – Water
supply”).
Risk to health due to contami-
nated water.
Consuming polluted water can lead
to illnesses.
The first 3batches of ice cubes
made after the ice cube maker is
started up must not be consumed,
as the water will have been used for
the initial rinsing of the water supply
line.
This applies to the initial commis-
sioning as well as when using the
appliance again after it has been
turned off for a long while.
Turning on the ice maker
Make sure that the ice cube container
is correctly located underneath the
ice maker.
In Settings mode , use the and
sensor controls to select the Dis-
penser Unit and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select On and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Once the freezer zone has cooled down
to its set temperature, the ice maker will
fill with water.
As soon as the water is frozen, the ice
cubes drop out of the ice maker into the
ice cube container.
Ice cube production is halted automati-
cally as soon as the ice cube container
is full.
The ice maker can make up to approx.
3 lb (1.3kg) of ice cubes in 24hours.
The amount of ice cubes made by the
appliance depends on the temperature
in the freezer zone. The lower the
temperature, the more ice cubes
are produced.
After the setting up the appliance for
the first time, it can take up to
10hours for the first ice cubes to drop
out of the ice maker and collect in the
ice cube container.
Risk of damage due to blocking
of the ice maker.
The ice maker could become
blocked and, as a result, be dam-
aged.
Do not place any bottles or food into
the ice cube container to chill them
quickly.
Empty the ice cube container at reg-
ular intervals, or at least if you have
not produced any ice for more than a
week. This will ensure that you al-
ways have fresh ice and the ice
cubes will not form a clump.
Ice cube production does not stop
when the ice cube container has
been removed. Ice cubes can fall
into the freezer basket underneath.
Only remove the ice cube container
for the shortest possible time or
switch off the ice maker before re-
moving it.
Making ice cubes
99
Turning off the ice maker
The ice maker can be turned off inde-
pendently of the freezer zone if you do
not want to make any ice cubes.
Close the faucet in the water supply
line (approx. 3hours before switching
off the appliance to avoid the build-
up of bacteria caused by stagnant
water).
In Settings mode , use the and
sensor controls to select the Dis-
penser Unit and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensor controls to
select Off and select OK to confirm
your selection.
Automatic defrosting
100
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 and Mas-
terFresh drawer
The refrigerator section and the Master-
Fresh drawer defrost automatically.
Condensate and frost can build up on
the back wall of the refrigerator section
and the MasterFresh drawer while in
use. You do not need to remove this, as
it will defrost and evaporate automati-
cally with the warmth generated by the
appliance.
Freezer Zone
The appliance is equipped with a
“NoFrost” system. The freezer defrosts
automatically.
The moisture generated in the appli-
ance collects on the condenser and is
automatically defrosted and evaporates
periodically.
This automatic defrosting system en-
ables the freezer to remain permanently
ice-free. However, the food stored in
the freezer will not defrost.
Cleaning and care
101
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.
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
To avoid damaging the surfaces of your
appliance, do not use:
- cleaning agents containing soda, am-
monia, acids, or chloride
- cleaning agents containing lime scale
remover
- abrasive cleaning agents, such as
scouring powder, scouring liquid, or
pumice stones
- cleaning agents containing solvents
- stainless steel cleaning agents
- dishwasher cleaner
- oven sprays
- glass cleaner
- hard, abrasive sponges and brushes,
such as pot scrubbers
- eraser sponges
- sharp metal scrapers
Cleaning and conditioning agents
used in the interior cabinet of the re-
frigeration appliance must be food
safe.
We recommend using lukewarm water
and a little liquid dish soap for cleaning.
Cleaning and care
102
Before cleaning the appliance
Turn the appliance off completely by
pressing the On/Off switch.
Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
Take out all other removable parts for
cleaning (see “Adjusting the interior
fittings”).
Interior and accessories
Clean the appliance regularly, or 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 appliance with a solution of
lukewarm water and liquid dish soap.
Rinse all parts by hand. Do not wash
in a dishwasher.
After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a soft cloth.
Leave the door open to air the appli-
ance sufficiently for a short while and
to prevent odor buildup.
Aluminum frames
The frames to the shelves inside the ap-
pliance and the door shelves are par-
tially made from aluminum.
Aluminum is a dynamic material. The re-
flection and appearance of aluminum
changes in different lights and environ-
ments and depending on the angle you
observe it from. It is also susceptible to
scratching.
The aluminum frames may become
discolored or damaged if soiling is left
on for too long. Remove any soiling
immediately.
Cleaning and care
103
Appliance front
The appliance front has a special high-
quality finish (Clean Touch Steel). This is
resistant to soiling and is very easy to
clean.
Do not use stainless steel
cleaning agent on these surfaces,
as it will damage the finish.
Do not use Miele stainless steel
conditioning agent on these sur-
faces, as it will cause noticeable
smearing.
If soiling is allowed to sit for any
length of time, it may become im-
possible to remove.
Surfaces may become discolored or
damaged.
It is therefore best to remove soiling
from the appliance front immediately.
All surfaces are easily scratched.
Contact with unsuitable cleaning
agents can alter or discolor the sur-
faces.
See the information on “Cleaning
agents” at the beginning of this sec-
tion.
Clean the surfaces with a clean
sponge and a solution of warm water
and liquid dish soap. A clean, damp
microfiber cloth without cleaning
agent can also be used for cleaning.
After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a soft cloth.
Cleaning the door seal
Risk of damage as a result of in-
correct cleaning.
If you treat the door seal with oil or
grease, it can become porous.
Do not use oil or grease on the door
seal.
The door seals should be cleaned
regularly with clean water, and then
wiped dry with a soft 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 dust
brush, for example).
Cleaning and care
104
Cleaning the water filter (Inten-
siveClear 2.0 mesh filter) (see
“Optional accessories”)
Depending on the quantity of ice cubes
produced, the IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh
filter must be cleaned approx. every
6months.
You can use the Replace the water filter
display on the display as a reminder to
clean the water filter.
1.
2.
Turn the cap of the filter cartridge
counterclockwise until it is in the ver-
tical position 1. and slide it out of the
filter opening 2.
3.
Pull the mesh out of the back of the
filter cartridge 3.
Rinse the mesh under running luke-
warm water. Turn the mesh over un-
der the running water to clean it on all
sides.
4.
Reinsert the mesh into the back of
the filter cartridge 4.
5.
Slide the filter cartridge as far as it
will go into the filter opening 5., mak-
ing sure the cap is vertical.
Cleaning and care
105
6.
Turn the cap of the filter cartridge
clockwise until it is in the horizontal
position 6.
Risk of damage caused by water
rushing out.
If the filter cartridge is not inserted
correctly, there is a risk of water
leaking out of the appliance.
When inserting the filter cartridge, be
sure to turn it as far as the marker.
Once the IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter
has been cleaned, the Water Filter Display
must be reset using Settings
mode on the display (see “Selecting
additional settings – Resetting the Water
Filter Display ”).
Replacing the Active AirClean
filters
The Active AirClean filters in the refrig-
erator section need to be replaced ap-
prox. every 6months.
Change Active AirClean Filter will appear
on the display.
Confirm the message with OK.
To remove the holder for the Active
AirClean filters, press against the re-
tainers on both sides of the holder
from the rear and pull the holder
downwards diagonally from the
frame.
Remove the used Active AirClean fil-
ters and place the new Active Air-
Clean filters with the surrounding
edge pointing downwards in the
holder.
To replace the holder, press against
the retainers on both sides of the
holder from the rear and clamp it into
the gap on the frame from below.
Cleaning and care
106
The holder can be fixed under any
shelf in the refrigerator section.
Once the Active AirClean filters have
been replaced, the Active AirClean filter
display must be reset using Settings
mode on the display (see “Selecting
additional settings – Resetting the Dis-
play Active AirClean Filter”).
New Active AirClean filters (both with
and without a holder) can be obtained
from Miele Service, your local dealer,
or via the Miele website.
After cleaning
Replace all shelves and accessories
in the fridge zone.
Switch the refrigeration appliance
back on.
Place food in the fridge zone and
close the appliance doors.
Switch on the SuperFrost function
for a while so that the freezer zone
can cool down quickly.
Once the freezer zone has reached
the required temperature, place the
freezer baskets containing the frozen
food back in the freezer zone.
Switch off the SuperFrost function
as soon as the temperature in the
freezer zone is a constant 0°F (-18°C)
or colder.
Water filter
107
The appliance is supplied with a water
filter (IntensiveClear 2.0 charcoal filter)
that filters supply water for making ice
cubes.
The IntensiveClear 2.0 charcoal filter
improves the taste and smell of the ice
cubes by removing chlorine and other
substances from supply water.
However, to ensure the highest qual-
ity of the ice cubes, it is essential to
change the IntensiveClear 2.0 char-
coal filter regularly.
Please note:
- If an external water filter is attached
to your household water supply, use
an IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter in
place of an IntensiveClear 2.0 char-
coal filter (see Accessories – Optional
accessories”).
- After inserting a new water filter (In-
tensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter and In-
tensiveClear 2.0 charcoal filter), dis-
pose of all ice cubes produced in the
next 24hours following the change.
- If you have not used the appliance or
the ice maker much in the last few
weeks or months, or if the ice cubes
smell unpleasant, replace the Inten-
siveClear 2.0 charcoal filter or clean
the IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter.
New water filters (IntensiveClear 2.0
mesh filters and IntensiveClear 2.0
charcoal filters) are available from
Miele Customer Service, from your
dealer, or via the internet.
Depending on the quantity of ice cubes
produced, the IntensiveClear 2.0 char-
coal filter must be changed approx. ev-
ery 6months.
Replace the water filter will appear on the
display.
An audible signal also sounds.
Confirm the message with OK.
Water filter
108
Changing the water filter
Air in the system can cause water to
gush out and the filter cartridge to
spring out when it is removed. Take
great care when changing the water
filter.
1.
2.
Turn the cap of the filter cartridge
counterclockwise until it is in the ver-
tical position 1. and slide it out of the
filter opening 2.
Remove the safety cap from the new
filter cartridge.
4.
3.
5.
Loosen the cap from the sides of the
old filter cartridge 3. and remove the
cap 4.
Clip the cap onto the new filter car-
tridge 5.
Empty the old filter cartridge.
Tip: The old filter cartridge can be dis-
posed of with household trash.
6.
Slide the filter cartridge as far as it
will go into the filter opening 6., mak-
ing sure the cap is vertical.
7.
Turn the cap of the filter cartridge
clockwise until it is in the horizontal
position 7.
Risk of damage caused by water
rushing out.
If the filter cartridge is not inserted
correctly, there is a risk of water
leaking out of the appliance.
When inserting the new filter car-
tridge, be sure to turn it as far as the
marker.
Water filter
109
Once the IntensiveClear 2.0 charcoal fil-
ter has been replaced, the water filter
display must be reset using Settings
mode on the display (see “Selecting
additional settings – Resetting the Water
Filter Display”).
After inserting a new water filter, dis-
pose of all ice cubes produced in the
next 24hours following the change.
Using an external water filter
If an external water filter is attached to
your household water supply, use an In-
tensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter in place of
an IntensiveClear 2.0 charcoal filter.
Water filter
110
Performance Data Sheet
Model: Miele 07134220
Use Replacement Cartridge 07134220
NSF System Trade name: WFS200MF & WFS210MF
NSF Replacement Cartridge No: WFC100MF(for WFS200MF) & WFC110MF(for WFS210MF)
System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI
Standard 42, 53, 401 for the reduction of the claims listed below.
This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 401 for reduction of the substances listed below.
The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to
the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 401.
4ubstance
Influent Dhallenge
concentration
Average Seduction
Reduction
requirement
Max Qermissible Qroduct
water concentration
Chlorine Uaste and
Pdor
2.0mg/L ± 10% 97.2% ≥ 50% N/A
$hloramine 3.0mg/L ± 10% 97.2% N/A 0.5 mg/L
1articulate, Class I
particles ≥0.5 to <1 μm
at least 10,000
particles/mL
>99.9% ≥ 85% N/A
"trazine 0.009mg/L ± 10% >94.4% N/A 0.003mg/L
#enzene 0.015mg/L ± 10% >96.8% N/A 0.005mg/L
$arbofuran 0.08mg/L ± 10% >98.8% N/A 0.04mg/L
p-%ichlorobenzene 0.225mg/L ± 10% >99.8% N/A 0.075mg/L
Lead pH6.5 0.15mg/L ± 10% 98.8% N/A 0.010mg/L
Lead pH8.5 0.15mg/L ± 10% 97.9% N/A 0.010mg/L
Mercury pH6.5 0.006mg/L ± 10% >96.5% N/A 0.002mg/L
Mercury pH8.5 0.006mg/L ± 10% >96.6% N/A 0.002mg/L
5urbidity 11 ± 1 NTU 99.1% N/A 0.5 NTU
&thylbenzene 2.1mg/L ± 10% >99.9% N/A 0.7mg/L
5oxaphene 0.015mg/L ± 10% >93.3% N/A 0.003mg/L
"sbestos
10
7
to 10
8
fibers/L;
fibers greater than
10 μm in length
>99% 99% N/A
$yst minimum 50,000/L 99.99% 99.95% N/A
Meprobamate 400ng/L ± 20% >95.2% N/A 60ng/L
Atenolol 200ng/L ± 20% >95.6% N/A 30ng/L
Carbamazepine 1,400ng/L ± 20% >98.6% N/A 200ng/L
Water filter
111
4ubstance
Influent Dhallenge
concentration
Average Seduction
Reduction
requirement
Max Qermissible Qroduct
water concentration
DEET 1,400ng/L ± 20% >98.7% N/A 200ng/L
Phenytoin >94.4% N/A 30ng/L
Metolachlor
200ng/L±20%
1,400ng/L ± 20%
>98.7% N/A 200ng/L
Ibuprofen
400ng/L±20%
>95.3% N/A 60ng/L
Trimethoprim 140ng/L ± 20% >96.7% N/A 20ng/L
Linuron 140ng/L ± 20% >96.6% N/A 20ng/L
Naproxen 140ng/L ±20% >96.2% N/A 20ng/L
Estrone 140ng/L ±20% >96.3% N/A 20ng/L
Bisphenol A 2,000ng/L ±20% >99.0% N/A 300ng/L
Nonyl phenol 1,400ng/L ±20% >96.3% N/A 200ng/L
Tested using a flow rate PG55HHQN-NJO, Q)PGQQSessure of 60QQTiH, BOEtemperature of 68±5'
NOTE : The testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.
0QFSBUJPODPOEJUJPOT
Warning : Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without ad-
equate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on
disinfected water that may contain filterable cyst.
Notice :
- Adsorption media will not be regenerated and used.
- Systems must be installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer’s recommended procedures
and guidelines. The system and installation shall comply with applicable state and local regulations.
Install on cold water line only.
- Flush 3 gallons through filter before use(Glush approximately 5minutes).
- To maintain proper filtration, replace the filter BUMFBTU every 6 months.
Manufacturer :
Microfilter Co., Ltd., 162-1,Sansu, Deoksan, Jinchun, Chungbuk, Korea
Tel. No.: +82-43-531-7022
Service Glow rate
0.55gpm(2-m)
Water Qressure
30QTJo125psi(206L1B–861k1a)
Water Uemperature
35'o100°F(2$o38°C)
Function
Dhemical/Nechanical
Capacity
WFS200MF 250gallons(946L), WFS210MF 150gallons(567L)
Water filter
112
Lead-free certificate
This product F 1413 Vi (KIMSDF18US) is tested and certified by WQA against
NSF/ANSI 372 for "lead free" compliance.
Miele & Cie. KG
Carl-Miele-Straße 29
D-33332 Gütersloh
Lead free certificate
35
This product is tested and certified by WQA against NSF/ANSI 372 for “lead free”
compliance.
Miele & Cie. KG
Carl-Miele-Strasse 29
D-33332 Gütersloh
Frequently Asked Questions
113
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
If you are concerned
that your appliance is
not working properly,
you can perform a Self
Test. Your appliance will
be checked for any
faults or malfunctions.
Any errors identified during the Self Test are shown
on the display.
Perform a Self Test (see “Additional settings”, sec-
tion “Performing a Self Test ”).
Contact Miele Service and inform them of the error
message(s) on the display.
The appliance is not
getting cold and the in-
terior lighting does not
come on when the ap-
pliance door is opened.
The appliance has not been turned on.
Turn the appliance on. The temperature appears in
the display.
The plug is not properly plugged into the electrical
outlet.
Insert the plug into the outlet.
The fuse has tripped. There could be a fault with the
appliance, the household electrical wiring, or another
appliance.
Contact a technician or the Miele Service depart-
ment.
Frequently Asked Questions
114
Problem Possible cause and solution
The compressor is
switching on more fre-
quently and for longer
periods of time, so the
temperature in the ap-
pliance is dropping.
The ventilation slits in the cabinetry have been cov-
ered or become too dusty.
Do not block the ventilation slits.
Clean the ventilation slits on a regular basis.
The doors have been opened too frequently, or a
large amount of fresh food has been put in at once
for storage or freezing.
Only open the doors when necessary and for as
short a time as possible.
After a while the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
The doors are not properly closed. A thick layer of ice
may have formed in the freezer.
Close the appliance doors.
After a while the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
If a thick layer of ice has formed, it will decrease the
cooling capacity and increase the energy consump-
tion.
Defrost the appliance and clean it.
The room is too warm. The higher the room tempera-
ture, the longer the compressor has to run.
See “Installation location”.
The appliance was not properly installed in the niche.
See “Installation - Building in the appliance”.
The compressor is
switching on more fre-
quently and for longer
periods of time, so the
temperature in the ap-
pliance is dropping.
The temperature setting is too low.
Correct the temperature setting.
A large amount of food is being frozen at once.
See “Freezing and storing food”.
The SuperCool function is still switched on.
To save energy, you can turn SuperCool off your-
self.
The SuperFreeze function is still switched on.
You can turn off the Automatic SuperCool function
earlier to save energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
115
Problem Possible cause and solution
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 setting is too
high.
Correct the temperature setting.
Check the temperature again after 24hours.
The food begins to thaw.
The ambient temperature is too low for this appli-
ance.
If the ambient temperature is too low, the compres-
sor will run less frequently. This may cause the
freezer to become too warm.
See the information in the section on “Installation –
Installation location”.
Increase the ambient temperature.
The compressor runs
continuously.
Not a fault. To save energy, the compressor runs at
a lower speed when less cooling is required. This
increases the compressor run time.
Food has frozen to-
gether or to the wall.
The food packaging was not dry when loaded in the
freezer.
Use a blunt instrument (such as a spoon handle) to
carefully pry them apart.
An alarm sounds. The appliance doors have been open for longer than
approx. 2minutes.
Close the appliance doors.
No alarm sounds de-
spite the appliance door
being open.
You have switched off the audible signal.
Switch the audible signal back on using Settings
mode.
The Sabbath Mode function is switched on: the tem-
perature display is dark and the symbol is shown
on the display.
You can switch off Sabbath mode at any time (see
“Selecting additional settings – Switching Sabbath
Mode on or off”).
The appliance door
cannot be opened.
The Pull2OpenDoor Assistant is switched on but the
appliance has a handle-free cabinet front.
For handle-free cabinet fronts, switch on the
Push2OpenDoor Assistant (see “Switching on the
Door Assistant” in “Selecting additional settings”).
Frequently Asked Questions
116
Problem Possible cause and solution
The lower appliance
door cannot be opened.
The Door Assistant Push2Open is switched on; the
lower appliance door cannot be opened.
This is not a fault. With this refrigeration appliance,
only the upper appliance door can be controlled via
the Door Assistant.
The appliance door
cannot be opened when
Sabbath Mode is
switched on.
The Push2OpenDoor Assistant is switched on at the
same time as Sabbath Mode.
When Sabbath Mode is switched on, the Door As-
sistant is deactivated.
Pull the appliance door open from below or from
the side.
The storage life of the
food stored in the dry
compartment of the
MasterFresh zone is re-
duced.
The temperature in the dry compartment of the Mas-
terFresh zone is possibly too high. The temperature in
the dry compartment is controlled by the set temper-
ature in the fridge zone.
Lower the temperature in the fridge zone (see “The
correct temperature – Setting the temperature”).
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Messages in the display
Message Possible cause and solution
The warning sounds
and the message Freezer
temperature too high. Max.
temperature °C appears
on the display.
The temperature in the appliance has risen signifi-
cantly.
This could be due to, for example:
– the appliance door being opened too often, or
being left open
– a large amount of food being frozen at once
– an extended power failure
If you find the alarm disruptive, you can switch it
off in advance by touching the OK sensor control.
The alarm will stop.
Rectify the cause of the alarm.
The message will disappear from the display and the
alarm will stop.
The temperature display will show the highest tem-
perature that was reached during the time in which
the temperature in the freezer zone rose.
Depending on the temperature displayed, you
should check whether food in the freezer has
started to thaw or has defrosted. If it has, cook it
before freezing it again.
In the event of a power failure, check whether
there are any ice cubes in the ice cube container
and dispose of these. Otherwise, the ice cubes will
freeze together and can damage the ice cube con-
tainer when they expand.
The warning sounds
and the message Close
the door appears on the
display.
The appliance door is open.
Close the appliance door.
If you wish to turn the alarm off early, touch the
sensor control OK on the display.
The alarm will stop.
The temperature display
is dark and the sym-
bol is shown on the dis-
play.
The Sabbath Mode function is switched on. The in-
terior lighting is switched off and the refrigeration ap-
pliance is cooling down.
You can switch off Sabbath mode at any time (see
“Selecting additional settings – Switching Sabbath
Mode on or off”).
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Message Possible cause and solution
“F Please contact Miele
Technical Service.” ap-
pears in the display and
an alarm sounds.
There is a fault.
Make a note of the fault message if necessary.
Contact Miele Service.
To turn the alarm off, touch the symbol.
The error message does not disappear from the dis-
play until the error has been rectified.
The voltage level is too high/low.
Observe the connection data under “Electrical
connections”.
Contact Miele Service if necessary.
To turn the alarm off, touch the symbol.
The error message does not disappear from the dis-
play until the error has been rectified.
is shown in the dis-
play. The machine does
not get cold, but the
machine controls are
working.
Demo Mode is switched on. Demo mode allows the
appliance to be presented in the showroom without
the cooling system being turned on. Do not activate
this setting for domestic use.
Switch off Demo mode (see “Selecting additional
settings”, section “Switching off Demo Mode ”).
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Problems with the ice cube maker
Problem Possible cause and solution
The ice maker is not
producing any ice
cubes.
The refrigeration appliance and the ice maker are not
switched on.
Switch the refrigeration appliance and the ice
maker on.
Check whether the water filter is inserted correctly.
The plumbed water connection was not installed.
Make sure that the plumbed water connection was
installed correctly.
The water intake is not open or has not been vented.
Open the water intake.
Check that the water supply has been vented.
There is a kink in the water hose.
Check the water hose and replace it if necessary.
The temperature in the freezer zone is too high.
Select a lower temperature.
The appliance door has been opened too frequently,
causing the compressor to turn on more often and
the ice maker has iced up.
Only open the appliance door when necessary and
for as short a time as possible.
The water connection pressure is too low.
Check that the water connection is between 29psi
and 116psi (2bar and 8bar).
Check if an incorrect valve has been installed,
making the pressure too low.
Remember that it can take up to 10hours for the
production of ice cubes to commence.
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Problem Possible cause and solution
The ice maker is only
producing small ice
cubes.
Several household appliances connected to the
plumbed water connection are in operation, which
has reduced the amount of water being taken in.
Avoid using the dishwasher, washing machine,
etc. at the same time.
The water filter is clogged.
Check whether the water filter needs to be re-
placed or cleaned.
The water pressure is too low.
Check whether the water pressure is between
29psi and 116psi (2bar and 8bar).
Check if an incorrect valve has been installed.
The ice maker is pro-
ducing only a few or de-
formed ice cubes.
The water filter is clogged.
Check whether the water filter needs to be re-
placed or cleaned.
The water pressure is too low.
Check whether the water pressure is between
29psi and 116psi (2bar and 8bar).
The temperature in the freezer zone is too high.
Select a lower temperature.
The ice cubes have an
unpleasant odor or fla-
vor.
The ice cube container is in constant use and needs
to be cleaned regularly.
Check if the ice cube container is dirty and clean it
if necessary.
The ice maker is seldom used. If you do not use it
very often, ice cubes that are stored for a long period
can absorb the taste and smell of other items.
Empty and clean the ice cube container if you are
not going to use it for a long time.
There are unsealed food packages in the freezer
zone. Ice can absorb the taste and smell of unsealed
food.
Store only sealed food in the freezer zone.
The water filter is dirty.
Check whether the water filter needs to be re-
placed or cleaned.
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Problem Possible cause and solution
Water is flowing out of
the appliance.
The water intake is faulty.
Close the faucet immediately.
Check the water line for damage.
Contact Miele Customer Service.
Check whether the water connection pressure is
too high.
If the water connection pressure is too high, this can
cause leaks (see “Installation – Plumbed water con-
nection”).
Check that the water connection is between 29psi
and 116psi (2bar and 8bar).
Check if an incorrect valve has been installed.
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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.
The Sabbath Modefunction is switched on: the tem-
perature display is dark and the symbol is shown
on the display.
You can switch off Sabbath Mode at any time via
the Settings mode.
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 Miele 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 Miele Service.
Causes of noises
123
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.
Sssrrrrr... You can sometimes just hear the sound of the fan inside the ap-
pliance.
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 Cause and solution
Rattling,
clinking
The appliance is uneven. Realign the appliance using a level by
raising or lowering the adjustable feet underneath the refrigera-
tion appliance.
The appliance is touching another machine or piece of cabi-
netry. Move it away.
Drawers, baskets, or shelves are jiggling or are stuck. Check all
removable parts and reinsert them correctly if required.
Bottles or containers are touching each other. Separate them a
little.
Customer Service
124
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.
Declaration of conformity
125
Frequency range 2.412 GHz –
2.462 GHz
Maximum trans-
mitting power
< 100 mW
Copyrights and licenses
126
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open source license for the operation and control of the device/appliance. This
software/these software components are protected by copyright. The copyright
powers of Miele and third parties have to be respected.
Furthermore, this device/appliance contains software components which are dis-
tributed under open source license conditions. Please refer to the document
“Open Source Information and Licenses” for the Open Source components con-
tained therein, together with the corresponding copyright notices, copies of the li-
censing conditions valid at the time, and any further information. The liability and
warranty provisions of the open source licensing conditions as stated therein apply
only in relation to the respective rights holders.
In particular, the device/appliance contains software components licensed by the
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the date of purchase or delivery of the device/appliance respectively, Miele offers
to provide you or third parties with a machine-readable copy of the source code of
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