Miele K 7113 F – Refrigeration User Manual

Operating instructions

Refrigerator

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essen-

tial to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the

first time.

en-GB M.-Nr. 11 733 210

Contents

Warning and Safety instructions...................................................................... 4

Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 13

Installation.......................................................................................................... 14

Installation site..................................................................................................... 14

Side-by-side combinations ............................................................................ 15

Climate range ................................................................................................. 16

Ventilation............................................................................................................ 16

Furniture door panel ............................................................................................ 17

Horizontal and vertical gaps........................................................................... 17

Weight of the furniture door ........................................................................... 18

Building-in dimensions ....................................................................................... 19

Installation in a tall unit/side view................................................................... 19

Connections and ventilation........................................................................... 20

Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 21

Saving energy .................................................................................................... 22

Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 23

Adjusting the interior fittings................................................................................ 24

Moving the door shelf/bottle shelf.................................................................. 24

Adjusting or removing the bottle holder (depending on model)..................... 24

Moving the shelves......................................................................................... 24

Removing the fruit and vegetable drawer ...................................................... 24

Accessories supplied .......................................................................................... 25

Optional accessories........................................................................................... 25

Switching on and off ......................................................................................... 26

Before using for the first time.............................................................................. 26

Switching the refrigeration appliance on............................................................. 26

The correct temperature................................................................................... 27

Temperature display ............................................................................................ 27

Setting the temperature....................................................................................... 27

Possible temperature settings ........................................................................ 27

Using Super cool ............................................................................................... 28

Door alarm ......................................................................................................... 29

Storing food in the refrigerator section........................................................... 30

Different storage zones ....................................................................................... 30

Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ....................... 31

Notes on buying food.......................................................................................... 31

Contents

Storing food correctly.......................................................................................... 31

Defrosting........................................................................................................... 32

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 33

Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 33

Preparing the refrigeration appliance for cleaning .............................................. 34

Cleaning the inside of the appliance ................................................................... 34

Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 35

Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 35

After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 35

Problem solving guide ...................................................................................... 36

Noises................................................................................................................. 41

Service................................................................................................................ 42

Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 42

EPREL database ................................................................................................. 42

Warranty .............................................................................................................. 42

Warning and Safety instructions

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 mainten-

ance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging

your refrigeration appliance.

In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and

strongly advises that you read and follow all information provided

on installing the refrigeration appliance, as well as the safety notes

and warnings.

Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-

compliance with these instructions.

Keep these operating and installation instructions in a safe place

and pass them on to any future owner.

Correct application

 This refrigeration appliance is intended for use in the home and in

similar environments, for example

– in shops, offices and similar work settings

– by the guests in hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts and other typical

home settings.

This refrigeration appliance is not intended for outdoor use.

 This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and

storing food and drink.

It must not be used for any other purpose.

Warning and Safety instructions

 This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping

cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar

substances or products that are subject to the Medical Device Dir-

ective. 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 caused by improper or incor-

rect use or operation of the appliance.

 The appliance can only be used by people with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,

if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use

it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of

incorrect operation.

Safety with children

 Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the refri-

geration appliance unless they are constantly supervised.

 Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance unsuper-

vised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recog-

nise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.

 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance

unsupervised.

 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do

not let them play with it.

 Danger of suffocation! Whilst playing, children could become en-

tangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their

head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.

Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

 The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration

appliance complies with statutory safety requirements and the ap-

propriate EU directives.

 This refrigeration appliance contains the refrigerant isobutane

(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly but flam-

mable. The refrigerant does not damage the ozone layer and does

not contribute to the greenhouse effect.

The use of this refrigerant has, however, led to a slight increase in

the noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the com-

pressor, you might be able to hear the refrigerant 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 refri-

gerant can damage the eyes.

In the event of damage:

- Avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark.

- Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity

supply.

- Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for

several minutes.

- Contact the Miele Customer Service Department.

 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 11g of coolant at least 1m

room space is required. The amount of coolant in the refrigeration

appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.

Warning and Safety instructions

 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 this appliance can only be guaranteed

when correctly earthed. 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.

 Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous power sup-

ply system or a power supply system that is not synchronised with

the mains power supply (e.g. island networks, back-up systems) is

possible. A prerequisite for operation is that the power supply sys-

tem complies with the specifications of EN50160 or an equivalent

standard.

The function and operation of the protective measures provided in

the domestic electrical installation and in this Miele product must

also be maintained in isolated operation or in operation that is not

synchronised with the mains power supply, or these measures must

be replaced by equivalent measures in the installation. As described,

for example, in the current version of BS OHSAS 18001–2 ISO

45001.

 If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced

by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from

danger.

 Do not connect the appliance to the mains electrical supply by a

multi-socket adapter or extension lead. These are a fire hazard and

do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.

 If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains con-

nection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not oper-

ate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to mois-

ture (e.g in a garage or utility room).

Warning and Safety instructions

 This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.

on a ship).

 Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check

the appliance for visible signs of damage.

 For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has

been built in.

 The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during

installation, maintenance and repair work.

 Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause

considerable danger for the user.

Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a

Miele authorised technician.

 While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be un-

dertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the

warranty is invalidated.

 Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele ori-

ginal spare parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of

the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.

 This refrigeration appliance is supplied with a special lamp to

cope with particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical

resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This lamp must only

be used for the purpose for which it is intended. The lamp is not suit-

able for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a

Miele authorised technician or by the Miele Customer Service De-

partment. This refrigeration appliance contains several light sources

with energy efficiency class E.

Proper installation

 When installing the refrigeration appliance, it is a mandatory re-

quirement to follow the installation instructions supplied with it.

 Two people are required to install the refrigeration appliance.

Warning and Safety instructions

 Change the door hinging (if necessary) as described in the install-

ation instructions supplied with the appliance.

 The refrigeration appliance must be installed level. This is the only

way to ensure safe and proper operation.

 Only install the refrigeration appliance in a solid, rectangular and

level housing unit, positioned on an even and level floor.

Correct use

 This refrigeration appliance is designed for use within specific am-

bient temperatures (climate range). Do not use in ambient temperat-

ures for which it is not designed. The climate range is stated on the

data plate in the interior cabinet of the refrigeration appliance. A

lower ambient temperature will cause the compressor to switch off

for longer periods, meaning that the refrigeration appliance is unable

to maintain the required temperature.

 Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the effi-

ciency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and

could cause damage to the components.

 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.

 Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store explosive materials in the

refrigeration appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g.

spray cans). Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of

gases to ignite.

 Danger of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.

an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance.

Danger of sparking and explosion.

 Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage instruc-

tions given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning. Storage times

will depend on several factors, including the freshness and quality of

the food, as well as the temperature at which it is stored.

Warning and Safety instructions

Accessories and spare parts

 Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used, war-

ranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.

 Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for a min-

imum of 10years and up to 15years following the discontinuation of

your refrigeration appliance.

Warning and Safety instructions

Cleaning and care

 Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will

cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.

 Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean or defrost this ap-

pliance.

Steam could reach 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 and ice,

- separate frozen food or remove ice trays.

 Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to de-

frost 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

 Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its ori-

ginal transport packaging to avoid damage in transit.

 Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. The refrigeration

appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people.

Warning and Safety instructions

Disposal of your old appliance

 If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This

will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking them-

selves in and endangering their lives.

 Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to dam-

age any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by

- puncturing the coolant channels in the condenser,

- bending any pipework, or

- scratching the surface coating.

Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)

This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal oper-

ation.

 The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it penet-

rates the airways.

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing mater-

ial

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.

Recycling the packaging reduces the

use of raw materials in the manufactur-

ing process and also reduces the

amount of waste in landfill sites.

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 elec-

trical and electronic appliances in your

local community, with your dealer or

with Miele. By law, you are solely re-

sponsible 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 authorised 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 prior to disposal. For further in-

formation, see “Warning and Safety in-

structions” in these operating and in-

stallation instructions.

Installation

*INSTALLATION*

Installation site

 Risk of damage and danger of

injury due to the refrigeration appli-

ance tipping over.

This refrigeration appliance is very

heavy and can tip forwards when the

appliance door is open.

Keep the appliance door(s) closed

until the refrigeration appliance has

been built in. The refrigeration appli-

ance must be secured in its building-

in niche in accordance with the oper-

ating and installation instructions.

 Fire risk and risk of damage from

appliances which give off heat.

Appliances which give off heat can

catch fire and set fire to the refrigera-

tion appliance.

This refrigeration appliance must not

be installed underneath a hob.

 Fire risk and danger of damage

from open flames.

Open flames can set fire to the refri-

geration appliance.

Keep open flames (e.g. a candle)

away from the refrigeration appli-

ance.

This appliance should be installed in a

dry, well-ventilated room.

When deciding on the installation site,

please bear in mind that your refrigera-

tion appliance will use more energy if

installed near to a heater, a cooker or

other appliance that gives off heat.

Avoid direct sunlight.

The higher the ambient temperature,

the longer the compressor runs and the

higher the energy consumption is.

When installing the refrigeration appli-

ance, please note the following:

- The socket must be easily accessible

in an emergency, not concealed be-

hind the appliance.

- The plug and mains connection cable

must not touch the rear of the refri-

geration appliance as they could be

damaged by vibrations from the ap-

pliance.

- Do not plug in other appliances be-

hind the refrigeration appliance.

Installation

*INSTALLATION*

 Risk of damage due to high hu-

midity.

In environments with high humidity,

condensation can build up on ex-

ternal refrigeration appliance panels.

This condensate can cause corrosion

on external appliance panels.

Install the refrigeration appliance in a

dry and/or air-conditioned room with

sufficient ventilation.

After installation please make sure

that the appliance door(s) closes

(close) properly and the refrigeration

appliance is installed in accordance

with these installation instructions. It

is essential to comply with the spe-

cified ventilation cutout require-

ments.

Side-by-side combinations

 Risk of damage due to condens-

ation on external appliance panels.

In environments with high humidity,

condensation can build up on ex-

ternal appliance panels, which can

cause corrosion.

Do not place different refrigeration

appliance models directly next to or

on top of one other.

If you want to place refrigeration ap-

pliances without integrated heating

units next to each other, a distance

of 150mm must be maintained

between them.

Installation

*INSTALLATION*

Climate range

This refrigeration appliance is designed

for use within specific ambient temper-

atures (climate range). Do not use in

ambient temperatures for which it is not

designed.

A lower room temperature leads to the

compressor switching 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.

The climate range is stated on the data

plate in the interior cabinet of the refri-

geration appliance.

Climate range Ambient room

temperature

SN +10to +32°C

N +16to +32°C

ST +16to +38°C

T +16to +43°C

A refrigeration appliance from the SN

climate range can operate without any

difficulties in rooms with a cooler am-

bient temperature (down to +5°C).

Ventilation

 Risk of fire and damage due to

insufficient ventilation.

If the refrigeration appliance is not

ventilated sufficiently, the com-

pressor will run more frequently and

for longer periods. This will result in

increased energy consumption and a

higher operating temperature for the

compressor. This may, in turn, cause

damage to the compressor.

Please ensure that there is adequate

ventilation around the refrigeration

appliance.

It is essential to observe the required

ventilation gaps.

The ventilation gaps must not be

covered or blocked in any way.

They must also be regularly dusted.

Air at the back of the refrigeration appli-

ance gets warm. The appliance housing

unit must therefore be constructed to

allow sufficient space for ventilation

(see “Installation dimensions” and the

installation instructions provided).

Installation

*INSTALLATION*

Furniture door panel

Horizontal and vertical gaps

Depending on the style of kitchen fur-

niture the thickness and edge radius of

the furniture door panel and the gap

that runs around the door, vertically and

horizontally, are specified.

It is essential to pay attention to the

following:

–Horizontal gap

The gap between the furniture door

panel and the housing unit door above

or below it must be at least 3mm.

–Vertical gap

If the gap between the refrigeration

appliance furniture door panel and

the adjoining housing unit door or

wall on the hinged side is too small,

the appliance door could collide with

the adjoining housing unit door or

wall when opened.

It may be necessary to adjust the

size of this gap to suit the thickness

and edge radius of the appliance fur-

niture door.

This must be taken into consideration

when planning your kitchen and when

replacing an old refrigeration appliance

with a new one to ensure the installation

conditions required are met.

Appliance

furniture

door

thickness

A [mm]

Gap X [mm]

for different

edge radii B

R0 R1 R2 R3

≥16–19 2.5

20 3 3 2.5 2.5

21 3 3 2.5 2.5

22 4 3.5 3 3

Adjoining kitchen furniture front

A=Furniture front thickness

B=Edge radius

X=Gap

Adjoining side wall

A=Furniture front thickness

B=Edge radius

X=Gap

Tip: Fit a spacer between the housing

unit carcase and the side wall. This way

you will get a sufficiently wide gap.

Installation

*INSTALLATION*

Weight of the furniture door

 If the furniture door panel is too

heavy, this can cause damage.

Fitting a furniture door panel which is

heavier than the maximum permitted

weight could damage the hinges.

This can cause subsequent func-

tional problems.

The maximum permissible weight of the

furniture door is:

Refrigeration appliance kg

K 7113 D, K 7103 D Selection,

K 7113 F, K 7103 F Selection

K 7313 D, K 7303 D Selection,

K 7313 F, K 7303 F Selection

Installation

*INSTALLATION*

Building-in dimensions

Installation in a tall unit/side view

All dimensions are given in mm.

* The declared energy consumption was calculated in a 560mm deep niche. The

appliance is fully functional in a 550mm niche but the energy consumption will be

slightly higher.

Before installation, ensure the housing unit is the correct size. The specified ventil-

ation cross-sections must be maintained in order to ensure the correct functioning

of the appliance.

Niche height

K 7113 D, K 7103 D Selection, K 7113 F, K 7103 F Selection 874–890

K 7313 D, K 7303 D Selection, K 7313 F, K 7303 F Selection 1220–1236

Installation

*INSTALLATION*

Connections and ventilation

All dimensions are given in mm.

View from the front

Mains connection cable, length = 2200mm

A longer mains connection cable is available to order from the Miele Customer

Service Department.

Ventilation cross-section min. 200 cm

Ventilation

No connection sockets in this area

Installation

*INSTALLATION*

Electrical connection

The appliance is supplied with a mains

cable and moulded plug ready for con-

nection to an AC single-phase 220–

240V50Hz supply.

The fuse rating must be at least 10A.

This appliance must be connected to a

suitable switched socket. The electrical

installation must be in compliance with

current local and national safety regula-

tions, (e.g. VDE0100 in Germany / BS

7671 in the UK). We recommend the

use of a suitable RCD .

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.

If the socket is no longer accessible

after installation, an additional means of

disconnection must be provided for all

poles. Suitable means of disconnection

include switches with an all-pole con-

tact gap of at least 3mm. These in-

clude miniature circuit breakers, fuses

and contactors (EN60335).

The mains plug and mains connection

cable must not come into contact with

the back of the appliance as vibrations

can cause damage to these compon-

ents. This could result in a short circuit.

Do not plug in other appliances behind

this appliance.

Do not connect the appliance to the

mains electricity supply by an extension

lead. Extension leads do not guarantee

the required safety of the appliance

(e.g. danger of overheating).

Temporary or permanent operation on

an autonomous power supply system or

a power supply system that is not syn-

chronised with the mains power supply

(e.g. island networks, back-up systems)

is possible. A prerequisite for operation

is that the power supply system com-

plies with the specifications of

EN50160 or an equivalent standard.

The function and operation of the pro-

tective measures provided in the do-

mestic electrical installation and in this

Miele product must also be maintained

in isolated operation or in operation that

is not synchronised with the mains

power supply, or these measures must

be replaced by equivalent measures in

the installation. As described, for ex-

ample, in the current version of BS OH-

SAS 18001–2 ISO 45001.

If the mains cable needs to be replaced,

this must be performed by a qualified

electrician.

Saving energy

How to save energy:

Installation

site

The refrigeration appliance has to cool more often at higher am-

bient temperatures and consumes more energy in the process.

Therefore, you should:

- Install the refrigeration appliance in a well-ventilated room.

- Do not install the refrigeration appliance near to a heat source

(heater element, cooker).

- Protect the refrigeration appliance from direct sunlight.

- Ensure an ideal ambient temperature of 20°C.

- Clean the ventilation gaps on a regular basis to remove any

dust.

Temperature

setting

The colder the temperature, the higher the energy consumption.

The following settings are recommended:

- 4 to 5°C in the refrigerator section.

Use Energy consumption is increased by heat input and impeded air

circulation. Therefore, you should:

- Only open the appliance door(s) when necessary and for as

short a time as possible. Arrange the food in such a way that

makes it easy to find in the appliance.

- Always close the appliance door(s) properly after opening

them.

- Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in

the refrigeration appliance.

- Store food well packaged or covered.

- Do not overfill the compartments to allow air to circulate.

- Place frozen food in the fridge zone to defrost.

Guide to the appliance

Control panel with display and On/Off switch

Egg tray

Shelves in the appliance door

Interior lighting

Adjustable shelf

Condensate channel and drain hole

Fruit and vegetable drawer

Bottle shelf with bottle holder (depending on model)

For switching off the door alarm

For setting the temperature (for colder and for warmer)

Display with temperature indicator

For switching the SuperCool function on/off

For switching the refrigeration appliance on/off

Guide to the appliance

Adjusting the interior fittings

Moving the door shelf/bottle shelf

Only move the door/bottle shelves in

the appliance door when they are

empty.

 Push the door/bottle shelves up-

wards, then remove them by pulling

them forwards.

 Replace the door/bottle shelves at

the required height.

Adjusting or removing the bottle

holder (depending on model)

The non-slip fins of the bottle holder

make bottles more secure when you

open and close the appliance door.

The bottle holder can be moved to the

left or right to create more room for

drink cartons.

The bottle holder can be removed com-

pletely, e.g. for cleaning:

 pull the bottle holder up to remove it.

Moving the shelves

The shelves can be adjusted according

to the height of the food.

 Pull the shelf forwards and tilt it

downwards to remove it.

 Fit the shelf with the rear edge facing

upwards in its new position. The

raised edge at the back must face

upwards to prevent food from touch-

ing the back of the appliance and

freezing to it.

Removing the fruit and vegetable

drawer

 The fruit and vegetable drawer can

also be removed for loading and un-

loading, and for cleaning.

Guide to the appliance

Accessories supplied

Egg tray

Bottle holder (depending on model)

Optional accessories

A range of useful Miele accessories and

care products are available for your ap-

pliance.

SoftClose hinges

The SoftClose hinges ensure that your

appliance door closes very softly and

quietly.

Furthermore, they close the appliance

door automatically if the angle of the

open door is less than 30°.

Multi-purpose microfibre cloth

The microfibre cloth is suitable for re-

moving fingerprints and light soiling

from surfaces such as stainless steel,

glass, plastic and chrome without the

use of chemicals.

MicroCloth Kit

The MicroCloth Kit contains a universal

cloth, a glass cloth and a polishing

cloth.

These cloths are extremely resistant to

tearing and very robust. Thanks to very

fine microfibres these cloths achieve an

excellent cleaning performance.

Accessories are available to order via

the Miele Webshop, from Miele dir-

ectly (see back cover for contact de-

tails) or from your Miele dealer.

Switching on and off

Before using for the first time

 Remove all packaging material and

protective film.

 Clean the inside of the appliance and

the accessories (see “Cleaning and

care”).

Accessories

Fitting the bottle holder (depending

on model)

 Attach the bottle holder in the centre

of the rear edge of the bottle shelf.

Switching the refrigeration ap-

pliance on

 Open the appliance door.

 Switch the refrigeration appliance on

by pressing the On/Off switch on the

control panel.

The refrigeration appliance will start to

cool and the interior lighting will come

on when the appliance door is opened.

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 refri-

geration appliance until it has

reached the preset temperature.

Switching off the refrigeration appli-

ance

 Switch the refrigeration appliance off

by pressing the On/Off switch on the

control panel.

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.

Switching off for longer periods of

time

If, during a long absence, the refri-

geration appliance is switched off

but not cleaned and the door is left

shut, there is a danger of mould

building up inside the appliance.

It is essential to clean the refrigera-

tion appliance.

If the refrigeration appliance is not go-

ing to be used for a longer period of

time, observe the following:

 Switch the refrigeration appliance off.

 Switch the appliance off at the wall

socket and pull the plug out of the

socket, or disconnect the fuse.

 Clean the refrigeration appliance and

leave the door ajar to air the appli-

ance and avoid odours building up in-

side.

The correct temperature

It is very important to set the correct

temperature to ensure the shelf life of

food. Reducing the temperature re-

duces the growth rate of microorgan-

isms. Food does not spoil as quickly.

The temperature in the refrigeration ap-

pliance 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 which is be-

ing put into it

- The higher the ambient temperature

surrounding the refrigeration appli-

ance. This refrigeration appliance is

designed for use within specific am-

bient temperatures (climate range).

Do not use in ambient temperatures

for which it is not designed.

...in the refrigerator section

We recommend a temperature of 4°C

in the refrigerator section.

Temperature display

In normal operation the temperature

display shows the required temperat-

ure.

Setting the temperature

 Use the and sensor controls on

the control panel to set the temperat-

ure.

- Every touch of the sensor control ad-

justs the temperature shown in 1°C

increments.

- Keeping a finger on the sensor con-

trol changes the temperature continu-

ously.

Possible temperature settings

- Fridge zone: 2to8°C

If you change the temperature set-

ting:

 check the temperature display after a

few hours. It will take this long for the

appliance to give an accurate read-

ing.

- Wait for approx.6hours if the refri-

geration appliance is not very full

- Wait for approx.24hours if the refri-

geration appliance is full

If, after this time, the temperature is still

too high or too low:

 Adjust the temperature again.

Using Super cool

SuperCool

When switched on, the SuperCool

function can be used to rapidly re-

duce the temperature in the fridge

zone to its lowest setting (depending

on the room temperature). The refri-

geration appliance will work at full

power and lower the temperature. Se-

lect this function for the rapid chilling

of large amounts of fresh food or

drink.

When the SuperCool function is

switched on, the appliance may make

more noise than usual.

SuperCool should be switched on

4hours before placing food or drinks

in the fridge zone.

The SuperCool function will switch

itself off automatically after ap-

prox.15hours. The refrigeration appli-

ance will then run at normal power

again.

Tip: To save energy, you can switch the

SuperCool function off yourself once

food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.

Switching SuperCool on and off

 Touch the SuperCool sensor con-

trol to switch the function on and

off again.

The sensor control is highlighted in

yellow when the SuperCool function is

switched on.

Door alarm

The refrigeration appliance is fitted

with a warning system to avoid in-

creased energy consumption and food

becoming warm if the appliance door

is left open.

An alarm tone will sound if the appli-

ance door has been left open for longer

than 2minutes.

As soon as the appliance door is

closed, the alarm tone will stop.

Switching the door alarm off early

If the alarm disturbs you, it can be

turned off early.

 Touch the sensor control on the

control panel.

The alarm will stop.

Storing food in the refrigerator section

 Risk of explosion due to flam-

mable mixes of gases.

Electrical components can cause

flammable mixes of gases to ignite.

Do not store explosive materials in

the refrigeration appliance or any

products containing propellants (e.g.

spray cans). 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 refrigeration appliance

or the appliance 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 refrigera-

tion appliance.

If there is insufficient air circulation,

the cooling performance will de-

crease and energy consumption will

increase.

To allow air to circulate efficiently, do

not pack food too closely together in

the appliance.

Different storage zones

Due to natural air circulation, there are

different temperature regions 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.

Warmest area

The warmest area in the refrigerator

section is at the top in the front area

and in the door. Use this for storing but-

ter and cheese.

Coldest area

The coldest area in the fridge zone is

directly above the fruit and vegetable

drawer and at the back of the appli-

ance.

Use this for all delicate and highly per-

ishable food such as:

- Fish, meat, poultry

- Cold cuts, ready meals

- Dishes or baked goods containing

eggs or cream

- Fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza or

quiche dough

- Raw milk cheese and other raw milk

products

- Pre-packed vegetables

- Other fresh food (with a label stating

it should be kept at a temperature of

approx. 4°C)

Storing food in the refrigerator section

Tip: Store food in such a way that it

does not touch the rear wall of the

fridge zone. Otherwise it could freeze to

the rear wall.

Food which is not suitable for

storage in the refrigerator sec-

tion

Not all food is suitable for refrigeration

at temperatures below 5°C, because it

may be sensitive to cold. Depending on

the type of food, the appearance, con-

sistency, flavour and/or vitamin content

may be altered if stored at too cold a

temperature.

Food which is sensitive to cold in-

cludes:

- Pineapples, avocados, bananas,

pomegranates, mangoes, melons,

papayas, passionfruit, citrus fruit

such as lemons, oranges, mandarins,

grapefruit

- Fruit (which is not yet ripe)

- Aubergines, cucumbers, potatoes,

peppers, tomatoes, courgettes

- Hard cheeses (e.g. Parmesan, moun-

tain cheese)

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 refrigerator, e.g. trans-

porting food in a warm car, should be

kept to a minimum.

Storing food correctly

Ensure that food stored in the fridge

zone is covered or wrapped properly.

This will prevent food odours from af-

fecting other foods, stop food from dry-

ing out and also prevent any cross-con-

tamination of bacteria. This is particu-

larly important when storing meat

products. Make sure that food such as

raw meat and fish in particular does 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.

Fruit and vegetables

Fruit and vegetables can be stored

loose in the fruit and vegetable drawer.

Protein-rich food

Please note that food rich in protein de-

teriorates faster than other types of

food. Shellfish, for example, deterior-

ates faster than fish, and fish deterior-

ates faster than meat.

Defrosting

The fridge zone defrosts automatically.

Condensate and frost can build up on

the back wall of the fridge zone whilst

the compressor is running. You do not

need to remove this.

The condensate drains through a chan-

nel and drain hole into an evaporation

system at the back of the refrigeration

appliance. The warmth generated by

the compressor causes the condensate

to evaporate automatically.

Keep the condensate channel and

drain hole clean to enable this. Con-

densate must be able to drain away

unhindered at all times.

Cleaning and care

The data plate located inside the in-

terior cabinet of the refrigeration appli-

ance must not be removed. It contains

information which is required in the

event of a fault.

Do not let water get into the elec-

tronic unit or the lighting.

 Risk of damage due to moisture

ingress.

The steam from a steam cleaner can

damage plastic and electrical com-

ponents.

Do not use a steam cleaner to clean

the refrigeration appliance.

Cleaning water must not get into the

drain hole.

Cleaning agents

Cleaning and conditioning agents

used in the interior cabinet of the re-

frigeration appliance must be food

safe.

To avoid damaging the surfaces of the

appliance, do not use the following:

- Cleaning agents containing soda,

ammonia, acids or chlorides

- Cleaning agents containing descaling

agents

- Abrasive cleaning agents (e.g. scour-

ing powder, scouring liquid or pumice

stones)

- Cleaning agents containing solvents

- Stainless steel cleaners

- Dishwasher cleaner

- Oven sprays

- Glass cleaning agents

- Hard, abrasive sponges and brushes

(e.g. pot scourers)

- Eraser stain remover blocks

- Sharp metal scrapers

We recommend using a clean sponge

and lukewarm water with a little wash-

ing-up liquid to clean the surfaces of

the appliance.

Cleaning and care

Preparing the refrigeration ap-

pliance for cleaning

 Switch the refrigeration appliance off.

 Take any food out of the refrigeration

appliance and store it in a cool place.

 Take out any removable parts for

cleaning.

Cleaning the inside of the ap-

pliance

The refrigeration appliance should be

cleaned regularly (at least once a

month).

If soiling is left on for any length of

time, it may become impossible to

remove under certain circumstances.

Surfaces may suffer discolouration or

damage.

It is therefore best to remove any

soiling immediately.

 Clean the interior with a clean

sponge, lukewarm water and a little

washing-up liquid.

 After cleaning, wipe with clean water

and dry with a soft cloth.

 Wash all parts by hand. Do not wash

in a dishwasher.

 Clean the condensate channel and

drain hole frequently using a cotton

swab or similar item to ensure that

condensate can drain away freely.

 Leave the door open to air the refri-

geration appliance sufficiently for a

short while and to prevent odour

build-up.

Cleaning and care

Cleaning the door seal

 Risk of damage as a result of in-

correct cleaning.

If you treat the door seal with oils or

grease, it can become porous.

Do not use any oils or grease on the

door seal.

 The door seal should be cleaned reg-

ularly with clean water, and then

wiped 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 dusting

brush, for example).

After cleaning

 Replace all shelves and accessories

in the refrigeration appliance.

 Switch the refrigeration appliance

back on.

 Switch on the SuperCool function

for a while so that the temperature in-

side the refrigeration appliance will

drop quickly.

 Place food in the refrigeration appli-

ance as soon as it reaches the re-

quired coldness.

 Close the appliance door(s).

Problem solving guide

Many malfunctions and faults that can occur in daily operation can be easily

remedied. Time and money will be saved because a service call will not be

needed.

The following guide may help you to find the reason for a malfunction or a fault,

and to correct it.

To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door

while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.

Problem Cause and remedy

The appliance does not

get cold and the tem-

perature display is not

lit up.

The appliance has not been switched on.

 Switch the appliance on.

The plug is not inserted in the socket correctly.

 Insert the plug into the socket correctly and switch

on.

Check whether the mains fuse has tripped. There

could be a fault with the appliance, the household

electrical wiring or another electrical appliance.

 Contact a qualified electrician or Miele Service.

Problem solving guide

Problem Cause and remedy

The temperature display

lights up but the refri-

geration appliance is

not cooling.

Demo mode has been activated. This allows the refri-

geration appliance to be presented in the dealer

showroom without the cooling system being

switched on. This setting is not needed for domestic

use.

Switch off demo mode by running the appliance self-

test:

 Switch the refrigeration appliance off and back on

again after 5minutes.

 Within the following 10seconds, touch the Super-

Cool sensor control for 3–5seconds until an

acoustic signal sounds.

The self-test starts and a long acoustic signal sounds

after a short time.

- If 2 acoustic signals sound at the end of the self-

test and the temperature display shows the set

temperature, your refrigeration appliance is ready

for operation.

- The refrigeration appliance reverts to normal opera-

tion.

- If 5acoustic signals sound at the end of the self-

test and the SuperCool function sensor control

flashes for 10seconds, a fault has occurred. Call

the Miele Customer Service Department.

The compressor is

switching on more fre-

quently and for longer

periods of time. The

temperature in the refri-

geration appliance is

too low.

The ventilation gaps have been covered or become

too dusty.

 Do not block the ventilation gaps.

 Dust the ventilation gaps regularly.

The appliance door has been opened too frequently.

A large amount of fresh food has been placed in the

appliance.

 Only open the appliance door when necessary and

for as short a time as possible.

After a while, the temperature will return to normal by

itself.

The appliance door is not properly closed.

 Close the appliance door.

Problem solving guide

Problem Cause and remedy

After a while, the temperature will return to normal by

itself.

The ambient temperature is too high. The higher the

ambient temperature, the longer the compressor

runs.

 See the information in “Installation – Installation

site”.

The refrigeration appliance was not properly installed

in the niche.

 Install the refrigeration appliance in the niche as

described in the installation instructions supplied

with it.

The temperature setting in the refrigeration appliance

is too low.

 Correct the temperature setting.

The SuperCool function is still switched on.

 Switch off the SuperCool function earlier to

save energy.

The compressor comes

on less and less often

and for shorter periods

of time.

This is not a fault. The temperature is too high.

 Adjust the temperature.

 Check the temperature again after 24 hours.

Problem solving guide

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