Operating and installation
instructions
Refrigerator
It is essential to read these operating and installation instructions
before installing and using the appliance. This prevents both personal
injury and damage to the appliance.
en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 11 618 782
Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions ............................................................................... 5
Caring for the environment......................................................................................... 15
Installation...................................................................................................................... 16
Location ...........................................................................................................................
16
Climate range ............................................................................................................ 16
Installation notes............................................................................................................
17
Adjoining cabinets/units.......................................................................................... 17
Load-bearing capacity of the niche floor............................................................... 18
Ventilation.................................................................................................................. 18
Door hinging .............................................................................................................. 18
Side-by-side units..................................................................................................... 19
Installation dimensions .................................................................................................
21
Dimensions when the appliance door is open (opening angle90°/115°) ........ 23
Dimensions of the furniture front.................................................................................
24
Installing the appliance..................................................................................................
25
Before you start ........................................................................................................ 25
Tools required............................................................................................................ 25
Weight of furniture front .......................................................................................... 26
Aligning the installation niche ................................................................................. 26
Checking the installation niche............................................................................... 27
Before installation..................................................................................................... 27
Preparing the installation niche .............................................................................. 29
Pushing the appliance into the niche..................................................................... 31
Aligning the appliance.............................................................................................. 33
Securing the appliance in the niche....................................................................... 36
Preparing to install the furniture fronts.................................................................. 37
Securing and aligning the furniture front............................................................... 40
Securing the covers.................................................................................................. 44
Securing the plinth ventilation grille and plinth cover ......................................... 46
Limiting the opening angle of the door.................................................................. 47
Electrical connection .....................................................................................................
48
Saving energy................................................................................................................. 49
Guide to the appliance................................................................................................. 51
Main screen.....................................................................................................................
52
Settings mode ...........................................................................................................
53
Accessories.................................................................................................................... 55
Accessories supplied.....................................................................................................
55
Optional accessories .....................................................................................................
55
Active AirClean filter holder..................................................................................... 55
Contents
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Using for the first time ................................................................................................. 57
Before using for the first time.......................................................................................
57
Choosing the right Door assistant (Push2open/Pull2open) ............................. 57
Inserting the Active AirClean filters ....................................................................... 57
Miele@home............................................................................................................. 58
Operating the refrigeration appliance..........................................................................
59
Using for the first time ............................................................................................. 60
Switching on and off..................................................................................................... 61
Switching off for longer periods of time......................................................................
61
Selecting further settings............................................................................................ 62
Switching the Keypad lock / on or off ................................................................
62
Adjusting the temperature in the MasterFresh zone (dry compartment) .......
62
Switching Eco modeon or off.................................................................................
63
Carrying out a Self test .............................................................................................
63
Switching on the Door assistant..............................................................................
64
Switching off the Door assistant .............................................................................
66
Miele@home ..................................................................................................................
66
Switching off Demo mode.........................................................................................
68
Resetting the settings to their factory default settings ......................................
69
Switching Sabbath modeon or off ..........................................................................
71
Switching on, switching off, or resetting theDisplay Active AirClean filter .....
72
The correct temperature.............................................................................................. 73
...in the refrigerator section and in the MasterFresh zone.......................................
73
Setting the temperature ................................................................................................
74
Adjusting the temperature in the dry compartment of the MasterFresh zone 74
Temperature range.................................................................................................... 74
Using SuperCool ........................................................................................................... 75
Door alarm...................................................................................................................... 76
Adjusting the interior fittings...................................................................................... 77
Moving or removing the shelves in the appliance door ............................................
77
Moving or removing the adjustable shelves...............................................................
77
Removing the hanging drawer......................................................................................
78
Removing compartments from the refrigerator.........................................................
79
Storing food in the refrigerator section .................................................................... 80
Different storage zones .................................................................................................
80
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator.........................................
81
Notes on buying food.....................................................................................................
81
Storing food correctly ....................................................................................................
81
Contents
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Storing food in the MasterFresh zone ...................................................................... 82
MasterFresh zone...........................................................................................................
82
Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture adjustment.......................... 82
Dry compartment with adjustable temperature .................................................. 84
Automatic defrosting.................................................................................................... 86
Cleaning and care ......................................................................................................... 87
Cleaning agents ..............................................................................................................
87
Before cleaning the appliance ......................................................................................
88
Cleaning the interior and accessories .........................................................................
88
Cleaning the door seal...................................................................................................
89
Cleaning the ventilation gaps .......................................................................................
89
Replacing the Active AirClean filters ...........................................................................
89
After cleaning ..................................................................................................................
90
Problem solving guide.................................................................................................. 91
Noises.............................................................................................................................. 000
Service............................................................................................................................. 97
Contact in case of fault..................................................................................................
97
Warranty ..........................................................................................................................
97
Copyright and licences ................................................................................................ 98
Warning and Safety instructions
5
This refrigeration appliance complies with current local and
national safety requirements. However, inappropriate use can lead
to personal injury and damage to property.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully
before using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They
contain important information on safety, installation, use and
maintenance of the appliance. 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 all information provided
concerning the installation of the refrigeration appliance, as well as
safety notes and warnings.
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 the refrigeration appliance
tipping over.
This appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards when the door is
open.
Keep the appliance doors shut until the appliance has been built in
and secured in its housing in accordance with the operating and
installation instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct application
This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar
environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts
and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/
shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed
& breakfasts.
This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use.
The refrigeration appliance is intended exclusively for domestic use
for cooling and storing food and drink.
The refrigeration appliance is not suitable for freezing food.
Any other usage is not permitted.
This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool
medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar
substances or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such
purposes may cause deterioration of the items stored.
The appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk
of explosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation of the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision and instruction concerning its use by a person
responsible for their safety.
They may only use the appliance unsupervised if its operation has
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely and
are able to understand and recognise the possible dangers caused by
incorrect operation.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Safety with children
Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.
Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
Cleaning work may only be carried out by older children under the
supervision of an adult.
Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
The appliance door hinges can cause injury. Keep children away at
all times.
Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves in
packing material (e.g. foil) or pull it over their head with the risk of
suffocation. Keep packaging material away from children.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration
appliance complies with all current local and national safety
requirements.
Warning: Risk of fire / Flammable materials.
The refrigerant inside the appliance (details on the data plate) is
environmentally friendly but flammable.
The use of this refrigerant does, however, sometimes lead to a slight
increase in the noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of
the compressor, you might be able to hear the refrigerant flowing
around the system. Unfortunately, these effects cannot be avoided,
but they do not 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
refrigerant can damage the eyes and leaking refrigerant can ignite.
In the event of any damage:
- Avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark.
- Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity
supply.
- Ventilate the room in which the appliance is located for several
minutes.
- Call Miele.
The more refrigerant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room should be in which it is installed. In the event of a leakage, if
the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of a combustible
gas/air mixture building up. For every 8g of refrigerant, at least 1m
3
of room space is required. The amount of refrigerant in the
refrigeration appliance is stated on the data plate inside the
appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions
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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 this appliance can only be guaranteed when
correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety requirement
is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installation tested by
a qualified electrician.
Temporary or permanent operation with a self-sufficient or non-
mains synchronous energy supply system (e.g. isolated networks,
back-up systems) is possible. A requirement for the operation is that
the energy supply system complies with all current local and national
requirements that apply to stand-alone, solar and/or battery systems.
The protective measures provided in the installation and in this Miele
product must also be assured in their function and operation in
isolated operation or in non-mains synchronous operation, or
replaced with equivalent measures in the installation.
The socket must not be concealed behind the appliance and must
be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly
disconnected from the electricity supply in case of an emergency.
If the electrical connection cable supplied is damaged, it must only
be replaced by an original spare part to prevent a hazard for the user.
Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when original
Miele parts are used. For safety reasons, replacement may only be
carried out by a suitably qualified specialist or Miele Customer
Service.
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains
connection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not
operate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to
moisture (e.g in a garage or laundry).
This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check the
appliance for visible signs of damage.
Warning and Safety instructions
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For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it has
been fully installed.
During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply. It is only
completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
- the mains circuit breaker has been switched off, or
- the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is
applicable), or
- it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn from
the socket. Do not pull the mains connection cable but the mains
plug to disconnect your appliance from the mains electricity
supply.
Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. Installation must be performed by a suitably qualified and
competent person. Maintenance and repairs must only be carried out
by a Miele authorised technician.
The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired by a Miele authorised technician.
Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele
original spare parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of
the appliance when Miele spare 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 suitable
for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be replaced by a
Miele authorised technician. This refrigeration appliance contains
several light sources with at least energy efficiency classF.
In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its
surroundings clean at all times. Any damage caused by cockroaches
or other vermin will not be covered by the warranty.
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Correct use
This refrigeration appliance is designed for use within specific
ambient temperatures (climate range). Do not use it in ambient
temperatures for which it is not designed. The climate class is stated
on the data plate inside 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.
To ensure proper air flow in and out of the appliance, the
ventilation gaps in the appliance and built-in structure must not be
covered or blocked in any way. This would also increase the energy
consumption and could cause damage to the appliance.
If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the 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
appliance.
Risk of fire and explosion! Do not store any explosive materials or
products containing flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans) in the
refrigeration appliance. 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 appliance. Danger of sparking
and explosion.
Food stored for too long may present a 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. Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's
packaging regarding storage conditions and use-by dates.
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Accessories and spare parts
Only use original Miele accessories. Using spare parts or
accessories from other manufacturers will invalidate the warranty,
and Miele cannot accept liability.
Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for a
minimum of 10years and up to 15years following the discontinuation
of your refrigeration appliance.
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 this appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short
circuit.
Warning: Do not use any mechanical tools or other types of aid
which are not recommended by the manufacturer to accelerate the
defrosting process.
Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged
or pointed objects to
- remove frost and ice, or accelerate the defrosting process,
- separate frozen foods and 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 might contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could
cause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Transport
To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
Risk of injury and damage! The refrigeration appliance is very heavy
and must be transported by two people.
Disposal of your old appliance
Children playing could become trapped in the refrigeration
appliance and could suffocate.
- Remove the appliance door(s).
- Remove the drawers.
- Leave the adjustable shelves in the refrigeration appliance so
children cannot climb inside.
- If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This
way you will prevent the risk of playing children accidentally
locking themselves in and endangering their lives.
Risk of electric shock!
- Cut the electrical plug off the power supply cord.
- Cut the power supply cord off the old appliance.
Dispose of the electrical plug and power supply cord separately from
the old appliance.
During and after disposal, make sure that the refrigeration
appliance is not placed near petrol or other flammable gases and
liquids.
Risk of fire due to escaping oil or refrigerant!
The refrigerant and oil inside the appliance are flammable. In high
enough concentrations, escaping refrigerant or oil may ignite if they
come into contact with an external heat source.
During disposal, make sure that the cooling circuit is not damaged in
order to prevent refrigerant and oil escaping in an uncontrolled
manner (see the data plate for details of the refrigerant).
Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to
damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
- puncturing the refrigerant channels in the condenser,
- bending any pipework, or
- scratching the surface coating.
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Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)
This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal
operation.
The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it
penetrates the airways.
Caring for the environment
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Disposal of the packing material
The transport and protective packaging
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal,
and can normally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also reduces
the amount of waste in landfill sites.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags
etc. are disposed of safely and kept out
of the reach of babies and young
children. Danger of suffocation.
Only for Australia: Note for installer:
Expanded polystyrene (EPS) packaging
included. Please retain and dispose of
EPS packaging responsibly. For further
information, please contact Miele.
Disposing of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials,
compounds, and components which
were essential for their correct
functioning and safety. These could be
hazardous to human 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 your household waste.
Take care not to damage your
refrigeration appliance before or during
disposal in an authorised,
environmentally friendly manner.
This is to ensure that refrigerant in the
cooling circuit and oil in the compressor
is contained, and will not leak into the
environment.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre for electrical and electronic
appliances, or contact Miele. You are
also responsible for deleting any
personal data that may be stored on the
appliance prior to disposal. You should
remove any old batteries which are not
securely enclosed by the appliance and
remove any lamps without destroying
them, where this is possible. These
must be taken to a suitable collection
point where they can be handed in free
of charge. Please ensure that your old
appliance presents no danger to
children while being stored awaiting
disposal.
Installation
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Location
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
When deciding where to install your
refrigerator, please bear in mind that it
will use more energy if installed near a
heater, cooktop or other appliance that
gives off heat. Direct sunlight should
also be avoided.
The higher the room temperature, the
longer the compressor will run and the
higher the energy consumption will be.
Please note the following when
installing the appliance:
- The mains socket must not be located
directly behind the appliance and
must be easily accessible.
- The plug and the power cable must
not touch the rear of the refrigeration
appliance as they could be damaged
by vibrations from the appliance.
- Nor should other appliances be
plugged into a socket located directly
behind this appliance.
If installation near a heat source is
unavoidable, observe the following
minimum distances between the
appliance and the heat source:
- at least 3cm
to electric or gas stoves
- at least 30cm
to oil or coal stoves.
If it is not possible to observe these
minimum distances, an insulation plate
must be installed between the
refrigeration appliance and the heat
source.
Climate range
This refrigeration appliance is designed
for use within specific ambient
temperatures (climate range). Do not
use it in ambient temperatures for
which it is not designed. The climate
class is stated on the data plate inside
the refrigeration appliance.
Climate range Ambient
temperature
SN 10 to 32°C
N 16 to 32°C
ST 16 to 38°C
T 16 to 43°C
SN-ST 10 to 38°C
SN-T 10 to 43°C
A lower ambient temperature leads to
the compressor switching off for longer
periods. This can cause the internal
temperature in the appliance to rise
with the risk of food deteriorating and
going off.
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Risk of damage due to high
humidity.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on
external 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 door closes properly, the
ventilation gaps are not covered and
that the refrigeration appliance has
been installed in accordance with the
operating and installation
instructions.
Installation notes
Danger of damage and injury due
to the appliance tipping over!
This refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and can tip forwards when the
door(s) is/are open.
Keep the appliance door(s) shut until
the appliance has been built in and
secured in its housing in accordance
with these operating and installation
instructions.
Due to the size and weight of the
appliance, installation must be
carried out by two people.
Adjoining cabinets/units
The appliance is screwed to the
adjoining cabinets/units to the side and
above. For this reason, it is essential
that all cabinets/units are fixed to the
ground or wall.
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Load-bearing capacity of the niche
floor
To ensure the safe installation of the
appliance and to guarantee its correct
functioning, the floor of the niche where
the appliance is to be installed must be
smooth and even.
It must be made from strong, rigid
material.
Because the 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 construction expert.
When fully loaded, the approx. weight of
the appliance is:
K 2601 Vi 325 kg
K 2802 Vi 380 kg
K 2901 Vi 448 kg
Ventilation
Risk of fire and damage due to
insufficient ventilation.
If the refrigeration appliance is not
ventilated sufficiently, the
compressor will run more frequently
and for longer periods.
This will result in increased energy
consumption and a higher operating
temperature of the compressor. This,
in turn, can result in damage to the
compressor.
Please ensure that there is adequate
ventilation around the appliance.
It is essential to observe the required
ventilation gaps. The ventilation gaps
must not be covered or blocked in
any way.
Door hinging
Risk of damage and injury when
changing the door hinge.
Changing the door hinge single-
handedly can cause damage to the
appliance and injury.
The appliance is supplied with fixed
hinges. Under no circumstances
should you attempt to change the
door hinging yourself.
If you need to change the door hinges
to the other side, please contact
Miele customer service.
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Side-by-side units
This appliance can be installed side by
side with another refrigeration
appliance. The following overview will
show you which side-by-side
installation options you have with your
refrigeration appliance.
Depending on the installation
situation, you may need the side-by-
side installation kit (see “Accessories -
Optional accessories”).
Instructions for installing appliances
side by side can be found in the side-
by-side installation kit installation
instructions.
. . . with partition wall
The wall a between the side-by-side
refrigeration appliances must be at
least 16mm thick.
If the door hinges of the appliances
are next to each other, you must take
into account the thickness 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 appliances are secured individually
in their niche using the supplied
installation material.
If the partition wall a is between 16 mm
and 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
4mm wider (see “Installation –
Installation dimensions”).
If the partition wall a is thicker than
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
installation kit. In addition, you must
install the side panel heater to prevent
condensation from forming and any
resulting damage.
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Installation dimensions
A
B
C
A B C
K 2601 Vi 2134–2164 mm 610 mm 610 mm + furniture front
(19–38mm)
K 2802 Vi 2134–2164 mm 762 mm 610 mm + furniture front
(19–38mm)
K 2901 Vi 2134–2164 mm 915 mm 610 mm + furniture front
(19–38mm)
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30 mm
22 mm
≥ 262 mm
73 – 102 mm
≥ 102 mm
≥ 85 mm
Side view
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Dimensions when the appliance door is open (opening angle90°/115°)
10 mm
D
A
B
C
A B* C* D (with a furniture
front of 19 mm)
K 2601 Vi 677mm Furniture
front
(19–38mm)
Handle 296mm
K 2802 Vi 829mm Furniture
front
(19–38mm)
Handle 363mm
K 2901 Vi 982mm Furniture
front
(19–38mm)
Handle 428mm
* The dimensions of the furniture front and the door handle vary depending on the
design of the kitchen.
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Dimensions of the furniture front
A
B
C
A B C
K 2601 Vi 604 mm 2029 mm ≥ 102–132 mm
K 2802 Vi 756 mm 2029 mm ≥ 102–132 mm
K 2901 Vi 908 mm 2029 mm ≥ 102–132 mm
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Installing the appliance
Before you start
It is essential to read these operating
and installation instructions carefully
before starting to install the
appliance.
The refrigeration appliance should be
installed by a suitably qualified and
competent installer in accordance
with these operating and installation
instructions. Safe operation of the
appliance is only assured if it has
been installed and connected in
accordance with these operating and
installation instructions.
Danger of damage and injury due
to the appliance tipping over!
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 niche in accordance
with these operating and installation
instructions.
Due to the size and weight of the
appliance, installation must be
carried out by two people.
Tools required
- Cordless drill
- TX20 screwdriver
- Hammer drill
- Drill bits in various sizes, depending
on materials
- Hammer
- Open-end spanner
- Ratchet wrench, attachment: 8 mm
socket
- Adhesive tape
- Utility knife
- Pipe wrench
- Spirit level
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Try square
Other
- Step ladder
- Hand trolley
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Weight of furniture front
Before fitting a furniture front, ensure
that its weight does not exceed the
maximum permitted weight.
Appliance Max. weight
of furniture
front
K 2601 Vi 48kg
K 2802 Vi 27kg
K 2901 Vi 48kg
Risk of damage due to a furniture
front that is too heavy.
Fitting a furniture front which is
heavier than the maximum permitted
weight could damage the hinges.
Among other things, this damage can
lead to functional impairments.
Before fitting a furniture front, ensure
that its weight does not exceed the
maximum permitted weight.
Aligning the installation niche
The installation niche must be carefully
aligned using a spirit level before
installing the appliance. The niche
corners must be at 90° angles to each
other, otherwise the furniture panels will
not sit straight on all four corners of the
installation niche.
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Checking the installation niche
Check the installation dimensions
(see “Installation - Installation
dimensions”).
Check the position of the electrical
connection. The length of the
electrical connection cable is 3m.
The electrical socket must not be
concealed behind the appliance and
must be easily accessible in an
emergency.
Check the surroundings for possible
collisions (see “Installation
dimensions - Dimensions with
appliance door open”).
Install the appliance in a stable, solid
installation niche, positioned 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 niche
must be at least 16 mm thick.
- The surrounding walls must be
securely fixed to the floor or wall.
- Shortened side walls must be at least
100mm thick.
Before installation
Before installation, remove any
accessories from the back of the
appliance.
Risk of damage due to
insufficient ventilation.
If the refrigeration appliance is not
sufficiently ventilated, this may cause
mould to form and, in the long term,
lead to damage to the outside of the
refrigeration appliance and in the
installation niche.
Do not remove the spacers from the
outside of the appliance under any
circumstances.
Do not compress the spacers under
any circumstances.
The spacers guarantee the necessary
distance between the refrigeration
appliance and the installation niche.
Check the refrigeration appliance for
transport damage.
Do not install a damaged refrigeration
appliance.
Check that all parts at the back of the
appliance are unhindered.
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To protect the floor when installing
the appliance, secure an off-cut of
flooring (e.g. linoleum) or similar
material to the floor in front of the
installation area.
Do not remove the installation aids
from the appliance door. These will be
required later for aligning the
appliance in the building-in niche.
Danger of damage and injury due
to the appliance tipping over!
As soon as you unscrew the brackets
that fix the refrigeration appliance to
the pallet, the appliance is no longer
secured.
Due to its weight and size, the
refrigeration appliance must be
installed by two people.
2
Unscrew the fixing brackets.
With the help of several people as
required, carefully lift the appliance
from the pallet, starting with the back
of the appliance.
Risk of damaging the floor due to
the load.
Moving the refrigeration appliance
may damage your floor.
Move the 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.
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Preparing the installation niche
Danger of damage and injury due
to the appliance tipping over!
This refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and can tip forwards when the
door is open.
The housing unit must be secured to
the wall behind it and/or above it
with several screws. Only this will
prevent the appliance from tipping
over after being installed.
In addition, use the anti-tip brackets
provided to secure the housing unit.
The parts required for installation of
the appliance are supplied with the
appliance. The plastic bags supplied
are marked with letters for easy
identification.
Please take note of these letters
during the individual assembly steps
and use the applicable plastic bag
with the required installation material.
The anti-tip brackets prevent the
refrigeration appliance from tipping.
The anti-tip brackets are also used to fix
the housing unit securely to the
surrounding walls.
Use 2 anti-tip brackets for each
individual appliance or 4 anti-tip
brackets for each (side-by-side)
combination of 2 appliances.
Position the anti-tip brackets on
the left and right side of the
installation niche.
Depending on the subsequent
adjustment of the feet, the anti-tip
brackets are positioned 2134–
2164mm from the floor of the niche.
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Risk of injury and damage due to
the refrigeration appliance tipping
over.
If the anti-tip brackets are fixed too
high, they cannot be used to secure
the refrigeration appliance.
The height between the
anti-tip brackets and the top of the
refrigeration appliance must not
exceed 8mm.
Make sure that the gap between the
refrigeration appliance‘s rear wall and
the installation niche does not exceed
51mm.
Place a wooden wedge behind the
anti-tip brackets if necessary.
While holding the anti-tip brackets in
place, mark the drill holes on the rear
wall of the installation niche.
The accessory pack supplied
contains fastening screws for various
applications/materials:
Securing to a concrete wall
Securing to a wooden wall
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Securing with a wooden wedge
Secure the housing unit to the wall
behind it and/or above it as required
using the anti-tip brackets.
Pushing the appliance into the niche
Take care not to damage the
electrical connection when pushing
the refrigeration appliance into the
installation niche.
If you are installing several refrigeration
appliances side by side, secure the
appliances to one another now (see
the instructions for the side-by-side
installation kit).
To ensure that the refrigeration
appliance can then be aligned
correctly, the plinth ventilation grille
must be removed from the appliance
plinth:
Carefully guide a flat-head
screwdriver through the plinth
ventilation grille on both sides and
use it to push the internal plastic
latches outwards to release the plinth
ventilation grille.
Place the plinth ventilation grille to
one side.
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Affix edge protection to the
adjacent furniture fronts.
Insert the plug connector at the back
of the appliance (see "Installation -
Electrical connection").
Insert the plug into the electrical
socket.
The electrical socket should not be
concealed behind the appliance and
must be easily accessible in an
emergency.
Do not locate multiple portable
socket-outlets or portable power
supplies at the rear of the appliance.
Risk of damage due to electrical
overload.
If the refrigeration appliance is
electrically overloaded, this can
cause a short circuit and thus
damage your appliance.
When you install appliances side by
side, each refrigeration appliance
must have its own separate electrical
socket.
Useful tip: Secure the mains
connection cable to prevent it becoming
caught: tie a piece of string to the
middle of the cable and as the
refrigeration appliance is being pushed
into the niche, pull the cable forward
underneath the appliance.
Carefully push the refrigeration
appliance into the niche.
Ensure the cable is not trapped
or damaged.
If the refrigeration appliance cannot
be pushed into the niche (because
the floor is uneven, for example),
unscrew the rear feet slightly (see
"Installation - Aligning the appliance")
and slide the appliance into the niche.
Remove the edge protection from
the adjacent furniture fronts.
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Aligning the appliance
The installation aids on the
appliance door provide assistance with
the alignment of the refrigeration
appliance in the installation niche.
The installation aids are suitable for a
furniture front thickness of 19mm or
38mm.
Align the appliance with adjacent
furniture fronts as described below.
Furniture front thickness of 19mm
Furniture front thickness of 38mm
The front and rear feet are height-
adjustable and can all be adjusted
from the front of the appliance.
Risk of damage due to incorrect
adjustment of the feet.
The foot adjustment can be damaged
by using an electric screwdriver.
Always adjust the front and rear feet
by hand.
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Position the spacers supplied on
both sides at the markings next to the
adjustable feet in front of the
appliance.
Adjust the rear feet with a ratchet
(attachment: 8mm socket) or a
TX20 screwdriver.
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Adjust the front feet with a ratchet
(attachment: 8mm socket) or a
TX20 screwdriver.
Useful tip: Proceed carefully when
adjusting the feet, alternating between
the left and right feet.
Place a spirit level across the
installation aids on the appliance
door to check the appliance’s
alignment.
Unscrew the feet and on both
sides at least until the marking on the
base has reached the minimum
specified distance of 32mm on the
spacer. The standard dimension of
32mm relates to a niche height of
2134mm.
It is important to adjust the feet to a
height of at least 32 mm in order to
ensure the ventilation of the
refrigeration appliance via the base.
Risk of damage if the feet are
adjusted too much.
The rear adjustable feet can be
damaged.
Unscrew the feet only until the
marking on the plinth is aligned to a
maximum of 62mm (max. niche
height of 2164mm).
Check the alignment of the appliance
again using the installation aids
and the spirit level.
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Securing the appliance in the niche
Screw the lugs of the fixing plate
into the cabinets/units above the
appliance.
If it is not possible to secure the
appliance at the top, it can be attached
to the niche with the side mounting
brackets:
Fold out the side mounting brackets
.
Secure the side mounting brackets
with the screws provided.
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Open the appliance door.
Screw the lugs of the mounting plate
at the top and bottom to the
cabinets/units adjacent to the
appliance.
In a side-by-side combination, only the
external panels of the two appliances
can be secured to the adjacent
cabinets/units.
Preparing to install the furniture fronts
Open the appliance door as far as it
will go.
Unscrew the installation aids from
the appliance door.
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Unscrew the angle bars from both
sides of the appliance door and keep
the bars and screws in a safe place –
they will be required later.
Close the appliance door.
Measure the gapX between the
mounting frame and the upper edge
of the adjacent furniture front.
Remove the nuts and washers
from the threaded bolts and store
them in a safe place – they will be
required later.
Take the mounting frame off the
appliance door by removing it
upwards.
For cassette fronts: When fixing the
metal panel to the furniture front, be
sure to pay attention to the length of
the screws.
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Place the furniture front on a firm
surface with the inside facing
upwards (to avoid scratches, place a
blanket underneath).
Mark the distanceX -3mm on the
inner side of the furniture front.
Also locate and mark the centre
pointY on the furniture front.
Position the mounting frame
according to the markings on the
furniture front.
Pre-drill the holes.
Screw the mounting frame to the
furniture front:
Use at least one screw for each
retaining point on the mounting
frame.
Secure the mounting frame to the
top of the furniture front, using 6 to
10screws depending on the size.
The mounting frame has several
different types of holes to take account
of a variety of furniture fronts.
When securing the frame, always
screw into the strongest part of the
furniture front. To do this, select
screws which are slightly shorter than
the thickness of the furniture front.
For cassette fronts: Secure the
mounting frame to the outer frame
only with the screws.
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Screw the appliance handle to the
furniture front from the inside if
necessary (not for handle-free
kitchens).
Now insert the angle bars on both
sides as far as they will go into the
provided spaces in the mounting
frame.
Securing and aligning the furniture
front
Open the appliance door and hang
the furniture front with its mounting
frame onto the threaded bolts .
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Press the angle bars into the white
plastic frame on both sides and screw
them on loosely at first. Spare screws
are provided in the plastic bag marked
with the letter E.
Place the spacers on top of the
corners of the furniture front on both
sides.
Close the appliance door and check
the distance between the door and
adjacent furniture fronts.
Align the depth of the furniture front
via the slots in the angle bars .
Align the height and sides of the
furniture front with the threaded bolts
using the TX 20 screwdriver.
Close the appliance door and check
the distance between the door and
adjacent furniture fronts again.
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Place the washers and nuts back in
position and tighten the nuts.
Tighten the screws in the angle
bars.
The furniture front is now secured.
Open the appliance door.
Remove the spacers from the
furniture front.
Fitting the mounting bracket
The mounting bracket is used to secure
the furniture front to the bottom of the
appliance door.
Do not fit the fixing bracket until the
appliance (or side-by-side
combination, if applicable) has been
installed and the furniture front has
been aligned.
Open the appliance door as far as it
will go.
Slide the fixing bracket sideways
onto the screw at the bottom of the
appliance door.
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Screw the fixing bracket securely
to the furniture front.
Tighten the screw at the bottom of
the appliance door.
Place the cover on the fixing
bracket.
Snap the cover onto the fixing
bracket so that it clicks into place.
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Securing the covers
The top cover must be assembled
as follows before it can be fitted:
Insert the two parts of the cover into
one another.
Cover viewed from the side
Place the assembled cover into the
gap above the appliance so that it
clicks into place. While doing so, slide
both parts of the cover together as
required.
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Fitting the cover in a side-by-side
combination
Insert the joining peg (from the side-
by-side installation kit) halfway into
the guide in the cover for the left-
hand appliance.
Place the second cover onto the pin
and press the two covers together.
Place the two covers together in the
niche above the appliances until they
click into place.
Fit the plastic covers on both sides
of the appliance door by clicking them
into the gap between the appliance
door and the furniture door, starting at
the bottom and working up to the top.
Secure at least 3 clips on both
sides of the appliance for the gap
covers.
Then attach the covers onto the
clips on both sides.
With a side-by-side installation, the
covers are only required on the outer
sides.
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Install the cover onto the light
contact switch.
Securing the plinth ventilation grille
and plinth cover
Click the plinth ventilation grille
onto the bottom of the appliance
plinth.
If necessary, cut the plinth panel to
the required length and height (cut
along the lower edge of the plinth
where it touches the floor).
Secure the plinth cover to the bottom
of the plinth ventilation grille.
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Limiting the opening angle of the door
The door hinges are set at the factory to
enable the door to be opened wide.
However, if the appliance door hits an
adjacent wall, for example, when it is
opened, you should limit the door
opening angle to 90°.
Open the appliance door.
Insert the pin into the lower hinge
from above.
The door opening angle is now limited
to 90°.
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Electrical connection
The refrigeration appliance must only be
connected to an earthed socket using
the connection cable supplied.
The socket should be easily accessible
after the refrigeration appliance has
been installed. If the socket is not easily
accessible, ensure that a suitable
means of disconnection is provided on
the installation side for each pole.
Risk of fire from overheating.
Connecting the appliance to a multi-
socket plug adapter or to an
extension lead can overload the
cable.
For safety reasons, do not use an
extension cable or multi-socket
adapter.
All electrical work must be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with
national and local safety regulations.
For safety reasons, we recommend
using a suitable residual current device
(RCD) in the relevant electrical
installation for connecting the
refrigeration appliance.
If the mains connection cable is
damaged, it must only be replaced with
a specific mains connection cable of the
same type (available from Miele).
The data plate indicates the nominal
power consumption and the connection
data. Compare this information with the
data of the on-site electrical connection.
If in any doubt, consult a qualified
electrician.
Temporary or permanent operation with
a self-sufficient or non-mains
synchronous energy supply system (e.g.
isolated networks, back-up systems) is
possible. A requirement for the
operation is that the energy supply
system complies with all current local
and national requirements that apply to
stand-alone, solar and/or battery
systems.
The protective measures provided in the
domestic installation and in this Miele
product must also be assured in their
function and operation in isolated
operation or in non-mains synchronous
operation, or replaced with equivalent
measures in the installation.
Connecting the appliance
Insert the plug connector into the
back of the appliance.
Make sure that the plug connector has
locked into position correctly.
Insert the plug of the appliance into
the socket and switch it on.
The appliance is now connected to the
electricity supply.
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Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Installation/
Maintenance
In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated
room.
Protected from direct
sunlight.
In direct sunlight.
Not situated near a heat
source (radiator, oven).
Situated near a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient
room temperature is approx.
20°C.
Where there is a high room
temperature.
Ventilation gaps kept
uncovered and free of dust.
Where the ventilation gaps
are covered or dusty.
Temperature
settings
Refrigerator 4 to 5°C The lower the temperature in
the appliance, the higher the
energy consumption.
Dry compartment in the
MasterFresh zone approx.
0°C.
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Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Use The drawers and shelves are
arranged as they were when
the appliance was delivered.
Only open the door when
necessary and for as short a
time as possible. Store food
in an organised 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.
Take a cooler bag when
shopping and load food in
the appliance as quickly as
possible on your return
home.
Replace any food removed
as quickly as possible, before
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
temperature inside the
appliance. The appliance will
try to cool down and the
compressor will run for
longer periods.
Store food well packaged or
covered.
The evaporation or
condensation of liquids in
the refrigerator will cause a
loss of coldness.
Place frozen food in the
refrigerator to defrost.
Do not overfill the appliance
to allow air to circulate.
Poor air circulation will cause
a loss of coldness.
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a
Display
b
On/Off switch
c
Door shelves
d
Holder for the Active AirClean filters
e
Shelves
f
Hanging drawer for storing small items
g
Interior lighting
h
Fruit and vegetable drawer
i
Moisture regulator
j
Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture adjustment for fruit and
vegetables
k
Dry compartment with temperature adjustment for food which goes off quickly
l
Automatic door opening (Push2open/Pull2open)
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Main screen
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1
2
3
4
5
a
SuperCool display
(only visible when the SuperCool function is switched on)
b
Temperature display (target temperature)
c
sensor
for setting the temperature
d
Display for Miele@home connection status
(only visible when the Miele@home function has been set up)
e
Settings mode sensor
For adjusting various functions in Settings mode
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Settings mode
In Settings mode, you can select the following appliance functions and alter their
settings:
Symbol Function
Language Set
Display brightness Adjust (darker to brighter)
Colour scheme Set (black or white)
/ 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 further settings”)
MasterFresh Adjust the temperature in the dry compartment
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Eco mode Switch on or off
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Self test The system restarts and is checked for faults or
malfunctions
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Door assistant (Push2open or Pull2open) Switch on or off
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Miele@home Set up, deactivate, or query Wi-Fi connection
status (see “Selecting further settings”)
* Demo mode Switch off
* (only visible when Demo mode is switched on,
see “Selecting further settings”)
Factory default settings Reset to factory default settings
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Sabbath mode Switch on or off
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Display Active AirClean
filter
Switch on or off or reset
(see “Selecting further settings”)
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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
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Accessories supplied
Appliance cable and plug
ActiveAirCleanfilters
The Active AirClean filters neutralise
unpleasant odours in the refrigerator
section and stop odours from
transferring to the food.
Insert the Active AirClean filters
supplied as described in “Cleaning and
care - Replacing the Active AirClean
filters”.
We recommend replacing the Active
AirClean filters every 6months.
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products is available for your
appliance.
Miele all purpose microfibre cloth
Light soiling and fingerprints on
stainless steel fronts, control panels and
furniture can be easily removed with
this microfibre cloth.
ActiveAirCleanfilters
For a description see “Accessories
supplied”.
Active AirClean filter holder
The holder for the Active AirClean filters
can be fixed under any shelf in the
refrigerator section.
Stainless steel front panel
Stainless steel front panels provide a
high-quality exterior design for your
refrigeration appliance.
Handles and plinth panels are also
available in a stainless steel look.
Metal panel for cassette fronts
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If you want to install two furniture fronts
instead of one, these must be
connected to each other with a metal
panel.
Side-by-side installation kit
To install two or more refrigeration
appliances next to one another, you will
need the side-by-side installation kit
(see “Installation - Side-by-side units”).
Hinge pocket
If the door hinging needs to be changed
on your refrigeration appliance, the
upper plinth ventilation grille must be
converted. A new hinge pocket is
required in order to do this.
The door hinging must only be changed
by a suitably qualified and competent
person.
Accessories are available from Miele
directly (see back cover for contact
details).
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Before using for the first time
Allow the refrigeration appliance to
stand for approx. 1hour before
connecting it to the power supply.
This will prevent potential functional
problems with the appliance.
Removing packaging material
Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
Remove all packaging material,
including adhesive tape, before
switching on the appliance. The
adhesive tape is difficult to remove
from cold surfaces.
Cleaning
Please refer to the relevant
instructions 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 further settings - Switching
on the Door assistant ").
The factory default Door assistant is
Push2open.
Select the
Pull2open Door assistant if your
refrigeration appliance has a furniture
front with a handle.
Select the
Push2open Door assistant if your
refrigeration appliance has a handle-
free furniture front.
Inserting the Active AirClean filters
Your refrigeration appliance is equipped
with 2Active AirClean filters which
neutralise unpleasant odours in the
refrigerator section.
Insert the Active AirClean filters
supplied as described in “Cleaning
and care - Replacing the Active
AirClean filters”.
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Miele@home
Your refrigeration appliance is
equipped with an integrated Wi-Fi
module.
Networking is deactivated at the
factory.
To use this feature, you will need:
- a Wi-Fi 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 Wi-Fi network.
Once the refrigeration appliance is
connected to your Wi-Fi 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
refrigeration appliance
Connecting your refrigeration appliance
unit to your Wi-Fi network will increase
energy consumption, even when the
appliance is switched off.
Make sure that the signal of your Wi-
Fi network is sufficiently strong in the
area where you want to set up your
refrigeration appliance.
Availability of the Wi-Fi connection
The Wi-Fi connection shares a
frequency range with other appliances
(including microwave ovens and remote
control toys). This may result in sporadic
or even complete connection failures.
Therefore, a constant availability of
featured functions cannot be
guaranteed.
Miele@home availability
The ability to use the Miele App
depends on the availability of the
Miele@home service in your country.
The Miele@home service is not
available in every country.
For information about availability, please
visit www.miele.com.
Miele App
You can download the Miele App from
the Apple App Store
®
or the Google Play
Store™ free of charge (only functional in
selected countries).
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Operating the refrigeration
appliance
The touch display can be scratched
by pointed or sharp objects, e.g.
pens.
Only touch the display with your
fingers.
If your fingers are cold, the touch
display may not react.
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The sensors 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 functions of the appliance
and alter their settings to some extent
(see "Selecting further settings").
Touch the sensor to open Settings
mode.
Use the and sensors to select
the function for which you wish to
adjust the settings.
Confirm your selection withOK.
Adjust the settings using either the
and sensors or the and
sensors.
Confirm your selection withOK.
The setting with the coloured
background is always the selected
setting; it can be confirmed directly
with OK.
Touch the sensor if you wish to
switch to the previous menu level or
terminate the process.
Every touch of the display is confirmed
by a keypad tone. You can switch off
this keypad tone in Settings mode.
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Using for the first time
Open the appliance door.
Switch the refrigeration appliance on
by pressing the On/Off switch.
The On/Off switch is located below
the display.
The appliance will start to cool and the
interior lighting will come on when the
door is opened.
Miele will appear in the display.
When you switch the refrigeration
appliance on for the first time, you will
be asked to configure the following
settings:
- Set theLanguage
(if you accidentally select the
wrongLanguage, return to Settings
mode and use the symbol to
change the language)
- Set theTemperature 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 appliance has been
integrated into your Wi-Fi network via
the App, the message Connection
successful will appear in your appliance's
display.
Confirm the process with OK again.
If the Wi-Fi connection is active, will
appear in the display.
Select Skip if you would prefer to set
up Miele@home later.
Touch the sensor if you want to
return to the previous menu level.
Set-up successful appears in the display.
Confirm the initial set-up with OK.
The main screen will appear in the
display (see "Guide to the appliance -
Main screen").
You cannot cancel the initial set-up
process. The only way to terminate the
process is to switch off the
refrigeration appliance, though the
process will continue when the
appliance is switched back on.
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Switching the appliance on
Open the appliance door.
Switch the refrigeration appliance on
by pressing the On/Off switch.
The appliance will start to cool and the
interior lighting will come on when the
door is opened.
Miele will appear in the display, followed
by the main screen.
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To enable the temperature to get
sufficiently cold inside the appliance,
allow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it.
Switching off the appliance
Switch the appliance off by pressing
the On/Off switch.
The cooling and interior lighting are
switched off.
Please note: The refrigeration
appliance is not disconnected from
the power supply when it is switched
off with the On/Off switch.
Switching off for longer periods
of time
If the appliance is not going to be used
for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst on
holiday:
Switch the appliance off.
Disconnect the appliance from the
mains. Switch off at the wall and
withdraw the plug from the socket, or
switch off the mains circuit breaker.
Clean the refrigeration appliance.
Leave the door ajar to air the
appliance and to prevent odours
building up.
If, during a long absence, the
appliance is switched off but not
cleaned and the door(s) left shut,
there is a risk of mould forming inside
the appliance.
It is essential to clean the appliance.
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In Settings mode , you can select
different functions of the refrigeration
appliance and alter their settings,
allowing you to adjust the appliance to
suit your requirements.
Only the functions in Settings mode
that require further explanation are
described below.
The door alarm and other warnings are
automatically disabled when the
appliance is in Settings mode.
Switching the Keypad lock /
on or off
Switching on the Keypad lock prevents
an inadvertent temperature adjustment
or unwanted changes while in Settings
mode.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectKeypad lock and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to switch
the sensor lock On or Off and select
OK to confirm your selection.
The sensor lock will not be activated
until you close the appliance door.
Nothing will appear in the display to
indicate that the sensor lock is switched
on.
The message Press OK for 6 seconds to
unlock will appear in the display if you
select a sensor while the sensor lock is
switched on.
Follow the instructions in the display.
The display is unlocked briefly so you
can adjust settings as required. Closing
the appliance door will reactivate the
sensor lock.
Adjusting the temperature in
the MasterFresh zone (dry
compartment)
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectMasterFresh and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
the desired temperature and touch
OK to confirm your selection.
Touch the sensor if you wish to
terminate the process.
The segment bar displays 5 segments;
the temperature is adjusted in
increments of approx.1 °C.
The factory default setting for the
temperature in the dry compartment is
0°C.
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Switching Eco modeon or
off
Eco modeis useful when going on a
holiday, for example, if you do not wish
to switch off the appliance completely
or do not need a high degree of cooling.
Energy consumption inEco mode is
lower than in normal operation.
The refrigerator section is regulated to a
temperature of 6°C and the dry
compartment in the MasterFresh zone
to approx. 1°C.
If the SuperCool function is switched
on, this will be automatically switched
off when Eco mode is selected.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectEco mode and touch
OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to switch
Eco mode On or Off and confirm your
selection with OK.
Only the changed temperature in the
display indicates thatEco mode is
switched on.
Useful tip: You can also switch off the
Eco modefunction by directly adjusting
the temperature (see "The correct
temperature - Setting the
temperature").
Storing food at a temperature of 6°C
for an extended period of time may
impair the shelf life and quality of the
food.
Carrying out a Self test
Perform a Self test if you feel that your
refrigeration appliance is not functioning
properly and needs to be checked for
any malfunctions.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectSelf test and touch
OK to confirm your selection.
Touch the sensor if you wish to
terminate the process.
The Self test starts and the appliance is
checked for any faults or malfunctions.
- If the Self test does not detect any
faults or malfunctions, the display will
show the message System restart.
- If the Self test does discover any
faults or malfunctions, they are
indicated as error messages in the
display.
An alarm tone also sounds.
If you find the alarm disruptive, you
can switch it off early by touching the
sensor.
Make a note of the error message(s)
displayed.
Contact customer service and inform
them of the error message(s) in the
display.
Confirm the message with OK.
System restart will appear in the display.
The appliance will briefly switch off and
then back on automatically.
Self test completed will appear in the
display.
Confirm the message with OK.
The main screen will appear in the
display.
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Switching on the Door
assistant
You can choose between the two Door
assistants Push2open and Pull2open.
The factory default Door assistant is
Push2open.
The Push2open Door assistant is
suitable for furniture fronts without
handles. The door will open
automatically when you gently press
against it.
The Pull2open Door assistant is suitable
for furniture fronts with handles. The
appliance door can be opened easily
and with little effort.
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 the
automatic door opening is still
extended. If you have closed the
appliance door despite this, leave it
closed for 5 minutes. The automatic
door opening will reset itself.
Switching onPush2open
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectDoor assistant and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
Mode and confirm your selection with
OK.
Use the and sensors to select
Push2open and confirm your selection
with OK.
Touch the sensor to return to the
previous menu level.
– Adjusting the intensity
You can also adjust the intensity of the
Push2openfunction. The lower the
intensity, the less force is required when
you push against the appliance door.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectDoor assistant and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to
selectIntensity and touch OK to
confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
the desired intensity (Low, Medium,
High) and select OK to confirm your
selection.
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- Adjusting the duration of the
AutoClose 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
sensors to selectDoor assistant and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to
selectAutoClose and touch OK to
confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
the duration (5 to 30 seconds) and
confirm your selection with OK.
To protect against unintentional
opening: If you do not pull the
appliance door open, it will close again
by itself after the duration defined by
you.
Switching onPull2open
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectDoor assistant and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
Mode and confirm your selection with
OK.
Use the and sensors to select
Pull2open and confirm your selection
with OK.
Touch the sensor to return to the
previous menu level.
– Adjusting the intensity
You can also adjust the intensity of the
Pull2openfunction. The lower the
intensity, the less force is required when
you pull the appliance door open.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectDoor assistant and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to
selectIntensity and touch OK to
confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
the desired intensity (Low, Medium,
High) and touch OK to confirm your
selection.
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Switching off the Door
assistant
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectDoor assistant and
confirm your selection with OK.
Use the and sensors to select
Mode and confirm your selection with
OK.
Use the and sensors to select Off
and confirm your selection with OK.
Touch the sensor to return to the
previous menu level.
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 Wi-Fi
network.
Connect your refrigeration appliance
as described in “Using for the first
time”.
Deactivating Miele@home
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectMiele@home and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
Deactivate and confirm your selection
with OK.
Deactivation successful will appear in the
display.
Confirm the message with OK.
Your refrigeration appliance is now
disconnected from your Wi-Fi network.
The symbol will go out in the display.
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Activating Miele@home
If you have previously activated
Miele@home and then deactivated
the connection, you can reactivate the
connection.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectMiele@home and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
Activate and confirm your selection
with OK.
Activation successful will appear in the
display.
Confirm the message with OK.
If the Wi-Fi connection is active, will
appear in the display.
Checking the Wi-Fi connection status
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectMiele@home and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
Connection status and confirm your
selection with OK.
Information about the Wi-Fi connection
status will appear in the display:
- connected: strong connection
- connected: average connection
- connected: weak connection
- : no connection
Setting up Miele@home again
If you have changed your Wi-Fi network,
you can set up Miele@home again for
your appliance.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectMiele@home and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
Set up again and confirm your
selection with OK.
Reset configuration?will appear in the
display.
Use the and sensors to select
Yes or No and confirm your selection
with OK.
Resetting the network configuration
Reset the appliance's settings to the
factory 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, in the case of the latter, a
previous owner is no longer able to
access the appliance.
Reset the settings of the refrigeration
appliance as described in the chapter
“Resetting the settings to their
factory default settings ”.
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Switching off Demo mode
Demo mode allows the appliance to
be presented in a showroom without
the cooling system being switched
on. Do not activate this setting for
domestic use.
If Demo mode has been switched on
at the factory, will show in the
display.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectDemo mode and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Press OK for 4 seconds to deactivate will
appear in the display.
Follow the instructions in the display.
The countdown Demo mode will deactivate
in seconds will appear in the display.
Demo mode deactivated. Appliance cooling
switched on will appear in the display.
Confirm the message with OK.
The main screen will appear in the
display.
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Resetting the settings to their factory default settings
You can reset the appliance's settings to their default settings.
Reset the appliance's settings to the factory 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, in the case of
the latter, a previous owner is no longer able to access the appliance.
In Settings mode, use the and sensors to selectFactory default settings
and touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select Reset and confirm your selection with OK.
After a short while, Settings reset will appear in the display.
Confirm the message with OK.
The initial setup process restarts (see “Using for the first time - Before using for the
first time”).
The refrigeration appliance's settings will be reset to the following values:
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Function Factory default setting
Language English
Display brightness middle value
(4 of 7 segments)
Colour scheme black
/ Buzzer tones middle value
(4 of 7 segments)
/
Keypad tone middle value
(4 of 7 segments)
°C/°F Temperature unit ° Celsius
/ Keypad lock switched off
MasterFresh 0°C (2 of 5 segments)
Eco mode switched off
Door assistant Push2open
Miele@home switched off
Sabbath mode switched off
Display Active AirClean filter switched on
Temperature in the refrigerator
section
4°C
Temperature in the dry
compartment
0°C
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Switching Sabbath modeon
or off
The refrigeration appliance has a
Sabbath mode to support the observance
of religious customs.
When Sabbath mode is switched on,
you cannot configure 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
sensors to selectSabbath mode and
touch OK to confirm your selection.
Use the and sensors to select On
or Off and confirm your selection with
OK.
When Sabbath mode is switched on,
will appear in the display and the
display brightness will be reduced (the
display does not change when the
appliance door is closed).
When Sabbath mode is switched on,
the following functions are switched off:
- the Door assistant
(with furniture fronts without handles,
the appliance door will have to be
pulled from the bottom or side)
- the lighting
- all acoustic and visual signals
- the temperature display
- the SuperCool function
(if previously switched on)
You can still select:
- the sensor for Settings mode so
that Sabbath mode can be switched off.
The Sabbath mode function will switch
itself off automatically after approx.
125hours.
Health risk due to consumption
of spoiled food.
As power failures are not indicated
while Sabbath mode is active, food
may be exposed to increased
temperatures for a certain period of
time. This shortens the shelf life of
the food.
If there is a power cut during Sabbath
mode, check the quality of the food.
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Switching on, switching off, or
resetting theDisplay Active
AirClean filter
The Display Active AirClean filter will
remind you approx. every 6months that
the Active AirClean filters need to be
replaced. Change Active AirClean filter
appears in 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
reminder does not need to be
switched on separately.
Switching on theDisplay Active
AirClean filter
If theDisplay Active AirClean filter has
been switched off, it must be switched
on again if required.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectDisplay Active
AirClean filter and touch OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensors to select On
and confirm your selection with OK.
The Display Active AirClean filter has been
switched on.
Switching off theDisplay Active
AirClean filter
If you do not require theDisplay Active
AirClean filter, you can switch it off.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectDisplay Active
AirClean filter and touch OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensors to select Off
and confirm your selection with OK.
TheDisplay Active AirClean filter has been
switched off.
Resetting theDisplay Active AirClean
filter
After you have replaced the Active
AirClean filters, you must reset the
Display Active AirClean filter so that it will
be displayed again automatically after
6months.
If you do not reset the reminder, it will
appear again and again.
In Settings mode, use the and
sensors to selectDisplay Active
AirClean filter and touch OK to confirm
your selection.
Use the and sensors to select
Reset and confirm your selection with
OK.
The Change Active AirClean filtermessage
disappears from the display.
The Display Active AirClean filter to replace
the Active AirClean filters has been
activated.
The correct temperature
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It is very important to set the correct
temperature for storing food in the
appliance. Bacteria will cause food
which is not stored at the correct
temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
Temperature influences the growth rate
of these microorganisms. Reducing the
temperature reduces their growth rate.
The temperature in the appliance will
rise:
- The more often the door is opened
and the longer it is kept open.
- The more food is stored in it.
- The warmer the food is which is being
put into it.
- The higher the ambient temperature
of the refrigeration appliance. The
appliance is designed for use within
specific ambient temperatures
(climate range). Do not use it in
ambient temperatures for which it is
not designed.
...in the refrigerator section and
in the MasterFresh zone
We recommend a temperature of 4°C
in the refrigerator section.
We recommend a temperature of 0°C
in the dry compartment of the
MasterFresh zone.
Automatic temperature distribution
(DynaCool)
The fan switches on automatically when
the cooling system for the refrigerator
switches on. It distributes the
temperature in the appliance to all areas
more evenly so that all the food is
chilled to about the same degree.
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Setting the temperature
Touch the sensor for setting the
temperature.
The previously set temperature will
appear.
Use the and sensors to set the
temperature. Keeping your finger on
the sensor changes the temperature
continuously.
Confirm the temperature setting
withOK or wait approx. 8seconds
after the last touch of a sensor. The
temperature will then be adopted
automatically.
Useful 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 approx. 6hours if the
appliance is not very full and for
approx. 24hours if the appliance is full
before checking the temperature. It will
take this long for the required
temperature to be reached.
If, after this time, the temperature is
still too high or too low, adjust it
again.
Adjusting the temperature in the dry
compartment of the MasterFresh zone
The temperature in the dry
compartment of the MasterFresh zone
is maintained at approx. 0°C.
However, if you would like it to be
warmer or colder, you can adjust the
temperature slightly (see “Selecting
further settings – Adjusting the
temperature in the MasterFresh zone
(dry compartment)”).
Useful tip: You can select a lower
setting, for example for storing
particularly delicate fish. A slightly
higher temperature is preferable for
example for storing ready-to-eat food.
Temperature range
The temperature in the refrigerator
section can be set from 2°C to 8°C.
The temperature in the dry
compartment of the MasterFresh zone
can be set from approx. -1°C to 3°C.
Using SuperCool
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SuperCool function
The SuperCool function can be used to
rapidly reduce the temperature in the
refrigerator section to its lowest setting
(depending on the room temperature).
SuperCool is particularly recommended
for the rapid chilling of large amounts of
fresh food or drinks.
Switching on SuperCool
Touch the sensor for setting the
temperature.
Touch the sensor to switch the
SuperCool function on.
The symbol will be highlighted in
colour and the newly set temperature
value of 2°C will appear in the display.
Confirm the setting with OK or wait
approx. 8seconds after the last touch
of the sensor. The setting will then be
automatically adopted.
Thesymbol lights up in the display.
The appliance will run at maximum
power.
Switching off SuperCool
Touch the sensor for setting the
temperature.
The symbol will be highlighted in
colour and the temperature value of
2°C will appear in the display.
Touch the sensor to switch the
SuperCool function off.
The symbol is no longer highlighted in
colour and the previous temperature
setting appears again in the display.
Confirm the setting with OK or wait
approx. 8seconds after the last touch
of the sensor. The setting will then be
automatically adopted.
The symbol disappears from the
temperature display.
The refrigeration appliance will run at
normal power again.
If you do not switch off the SuperCool
function, it will turn itself off
automatically after approx. 6hours. The
appliance will then run at normal power
again.
Useful tip: To save energy, you can
manually switch off SuperCool once
food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
Door alarm
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The appliance is fitted with a warning
system to avoid increased energy
consumption and food becoming warm
if the door is left open.
Door alarm
An alarm will sound if the appliance
door has been left open for longer than
2minutes.
In addition, theClose the door message
will appear in the display.
As soon as the door is closed, the alarm
will stop and the message in the display
will disappear.
Switching the door alarm off early
You can switch the alarm off early if you
wish.
Touch the OKsensor.
The alarm will stop and the message will
disappear from the display.
The alarm will sound again and the
message will reappear in the display
after a while if the appliance door has
not been closed.
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Moving or removing the shelves
in the appliance door
Only move the shelves in the door
when they are empty.
Hold the shelf on the frame with both
hands and lift it slightly so that it can
be lifted over the guide on both sides
with the catches.
Remove the shelf or refit it in the
required position with the catches in
the guides at the same height.
Make sure that the shelf is straight.
Useful tip: For the purposes of loading
and unloading or cleaning, the clip-in
containers in the shelves can be
removed from their holders completely.
Moving or removing the
adjustable 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 forwards.
Remove the shelf or refit it in the
required position in the guide with the
catches.
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
diagonally from the frame.
To refit 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.
Refit the hanging drawer.
Useful tip: Alternatively, you can move
the shelf together with the hanging
drawer.
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Removing compartments from
the refrigerator
Pull the compartment out a little bit.
Using both hands, grasp the
compartment frame from below and
push the compartment downwards so
that the rear end disengages and lifts
upwards.
Pull the compartment forwards to
remove it.
Then push the telescopic runners
back in to avoid damaging them.
Be careful not to wash out the
special lubricant in the telescopic
runners 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.
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Different storage zones
Due to the natural air circulation there
are different temperature zones in the
refrigerator.
Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest
section of the appliance. Make use of
the different zones when placing food in
the appliance.
Useful 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
decrease and energy consumption
will increase.
Do not cover the fan in the rear wall
of the appliance.
Useful tip: Do not store food in such a
way that it touches the rear wall of the
refrigerator. It may freeze to the back
wall.
This refrigeration appliance has
automatic dynamic cooling, which
helps to keep an even temperature
when the fan is running. The difference
between the various temperature
zones is therefore less pronounced.
Warmest area
The warmest area is located in the top
section of the main storage area and the
door. Use this for storing butter so that
it remains spreadable and for cheese so
that it retains its flavour.
Coldest area
The coldest area in the refrigerator
section is directly above the fruit and
vegetable drawer and at the back of the
appliance. The temperature in the dry
compartment of the MasterFresh zone
is even colder.
A temperature setting of 4°C
combined with appropriate hygiene
measures delays the propagation of
bacteria, e.g. salmonella and listeria,
which can lead to serious food
poisoning.
Use this area in the refrigerator section
and the dry compartment of the
MasterFresh zone for all delicate and
highly perishable food, e.g.:
- fish, meat, poultry
- sausage products, ready meals
- dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream
- fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza or
quiche dough
- soft cheese and other dairy products
- pre-packed vegetables and other fresh
food with a label stating it should be
kept at a temperature of no higher
than 4°C.
Useful tip: This compartment is ideal
especially for homemade meals, as the
growth of existing microorganisms is
greatly reduced.
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Food which is not suitable for
storage in the refrigerator
Not all food is suitable for refrigeration
at temperatures below 5 °C because it
is sensitive to cold.
Foods which are sensitive to cold
include:
- Pineapples, avocados, bananas,
pomegranates, mangoes, melons,
papayas, passionfruit and citrus fruits
such as lemons, oranges, mandarines,
grapefruits
- Fruit (which is not yet ripe)
- Eggplants, cucumbers, potatoes,
capsicums, tomatoes, zucchini
- Hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan,
mountain cheese
Notes on buying food
The freshness of the food when it is first
placed in the appliance is the most
important 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.
transporting food in a warm car, should
be kept to a minimum.
Storing food correctly
Ensure that food stored in the
refrigerator section is in packaging or
covered properly (some exceptions
apply in the MasterFresh zone). This will
prevent food smells from affecting other
foods, food from drying out, and also
cross-contamination of bacteria. This is
especially important when storing meat
products. Make sure that foods such as
raw meat and fish in particular do not
come into contact with other foods.
By ensuring that the temperature
settings are correct and by taking
appropriate hygiene measures, you can
prolong the storage life of your food
considerably.
Fruit and vegetables
Fruit and vegetables can be stored loose
in the fruit and vegetable drawer.
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MasterFresh zone
The MasterFresh zone provides ideal
storage conditions for fruit, vegetables,
fish, meat, and dairy products. Food
stays fresh considerably longer while
retaining both flavour and vitamins.
The MasterFresh zone comprises a
humidity-controlled and a dry
compartment.
- 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
capacity of the
drawers in the
MasterFresh
zone
K2601Vi 25kg
K2802Vi 35kg
K2901Vi 45kg
Humidity-controlled compartment
with moisture adjustment
The moisture released by food in
storage is kept within the humidity-
controlled compartment. The more the
humidity in the humidity-controlled
compartment corresponds to the food's
own humidity content, the crisper and
fresher the food will remain over a
longer period of time, as the water
content of the food is largely retained.
The moisture level greatly depends on
the type and quantity of the food being
stored, if stored unwrapped.
The temperature in the humidity-
controlled compartment is
approximately equivalent to the
temperature in the conventional
refrigerator section.
Remember that the freshness of the
food when first placed in the appliance
is the most important factor in
determining how long it will stay fresh.
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The moisture regulator is used to
regulate the amount of moisture in the
humidity-controlled compartment with
the settings to.
Position of the moisture regulator
= slightly increased humidity
Select the setting if you store very
large quantities of fruits and vegetables
in the humidity-controlled
compartment. The moisture regulator
partially closes the vents in the
compartment so that some of the
moisture present is retained.
Position of the moisture regulator
= increased humidity
Select the setting if you store small
to large quantities of fruits and
vegetables in the humidity-controlled
compartment. The moisture regulator
closes the vents in the compartment
completely so that all of the moisture
present is retained.
Useful tip: If the humidity level is too
high and a lot of moisture collects 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.
Storing food in the MasterFresh zone
84
Dry compartment with adjustable
temperature
The temperature in the dry
compartment is maintained at -1 to
3°C. While lower than the temperature
in a conventional refrigerator, this is the
optimum temperature range for storing
fresh food which is not sensitive to cold.
As the shelf life of the food is extended
at this temperature, food can be stored
considerably longer without loss of
freshness.
However, if you would like it to be
warmer or colder, e.g. when storing fish,
you can adjust the temperature slightly
(see “Selecting further settings –
Adjusting the temperature in the
MasterFresh zone (dry
compartment)”).
The humidity level is similar to that in
the conventional refrigerator section.
Useful tip: This compartment is ideal
especially for homemade meals, as the
growth of existing microorganisms is
greatly reduced.
The dry compartment is ideal for storing
perishable foods such as:
- Dairy products such as yoghurt,
cheese, cream, quark etc.
- Deli salads
- Meat, poultry, sausages
- Fresh fish, shellfish and crustaceans
- 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.
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
refrigerator section for a period of
time.
Storing food in the MasterFresh zone
85
If you are not satisfied with your stored food (for example the food wilts or
becomes limp after only a short storage time), ensure the following:
Only place fresh food in the appliance. The initial condition of the food is crucial
to maintaining freshness.
Clean the MasterFresh zone before storing food in it.
The surface of very moist food should be dried before storing it in the humidity-
controlled compartment.
Do not store food which is sensitive to cold in the dry compartment (see “Using
the refrigerator efficiently - Food which is not suitable for storage in the
refrigerator”).
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 dry compartment (see “The correct temperature –
Setting the temperature”). If ice crystals start to form on the floor of the dry
compartment, increase the temperature as otherwise the cold temperature will
damage the food.
If too much water collects at the bottom of the humidity-controlled
compartment, 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.
Automatic defrosting
86
Refrigerator section and
MasterFresh zone
The refrigerator section and the
MasterFresh zone defrost automatically.
Condensate and ice can build up on the
back wall of the refrigerator section and
the MasterFresh zone while the
compressor is running. You do not need
to remove this, as it will defrost and
evaporate automatically with the
warmth generated by the appliance.
Cleaning and care
87
Do not let water get into the
electronic unit or the lighting.
Risk of damage due to moisture
ingress.
The steam from a steam cleaning
appliance can damage plastic parts
and electrical components.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
the appliance.
The data plate located inside the
refrigeration appliance must not be
removed. It contains information
which is required in the event of a
fault.
Cleaning agents
To avoid damaging the surfaces of your
appliance, do not use:
- cleaning agents containing soda,
ammonia, acids or chlorides
- cleaning agents containing descaling
agents
- abrasive cleaning agents, e.g. powder
cleaners and cream cleaners
- solvent-based cleaning agents
- stainless steel cleaning agents
- dishwasher cleaner
- oven sprays
- glass cleaning agents
- hard, abrasive sponges and brushes,
e.g. pot scourers
- dirt erasers
- sharp metal scrapers.
Cleaning and conditioning agents
used in the interior of the
refrigeration appliance must be food
safe.
We recommend using lukewarm water
with a little dishwashing liquid to clean
the appliance.
Cleaning and care
88
Before cleaning the appliance
Switch the appliance off 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").
Cleaning the interior and
accessories
Clean the appliance regularly, or at
least once a month.
Clean up any spills, stains and food
immediately. Do not allow them to
dry and stick to the appliance.
Clean the interior with a solution of
lukewarm water and a little
dishwashing liquid. Rinse all parts by
hand. Do not wash in a dishwasher.
After cleaning, wipe with a damp
cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
Leave the door open for a short time
to air out the appliance and avoid the
formation of odours.
Aluminium frames
The frames on the shelves inside the
appliance and the door shelves are
partially made from aluminium.
Aluminium is a dynamic material. The
reflection and appearance of
aluminium changes in different lights
and environments and depending on
the angle you view it from. It is also
susceptible to scratching.
The aluminium frames may become
discoloured or get damaged if soiling
is left on for too long.
Remove any soiling from the
aluminium frames immediately.
Cleaning and care
89
Cleaning the door seal
Risk of damage due to incorrect
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 seals.
The door seal 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
energy 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).
Replacing the Active AirClean
filters
The Active AirClean filters in the
refrigerator section need to be replaced
approx. every 6months.
Change Active AirClean filter appears in
the display.
Confirm the message with OK.
To remove the holder for the Active
AirClean filters, press against the
retainers on both sides of the holder
from the rear and pull the holder
downwards diagonally from the
frame.
Remove the used Active AirClean
filters and place the new Active
AirClean filters with the surrounding
edge pointing downwards in the
holder.
To refit 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.
The holder can be fixed under any shelf
in the refrigerator section.
Cleaning and care
90
Once the Active AirClean filters have
been replaced, the Active AirClean filter
display must be reset via the
Settings mode in the display (see
"Selecting further settings - Resetting
the Display Active AirClean filter").
New Active AirClean filters (both with
and without a holder) can be obtained
from Miele directly or via the Miele
website.
After cleaning
Refit all shelves and accessories in
the appliance.
Switch the appliance on again.
Switch on the SuperCool function
for a while so that the refrigerator
section can cool down quickly.
Place the food back in the appliance
and close the door.
Problem solving guide
91
Many malfunctions and minor faults that can occur in daily operation can be
corrected without contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because
you will not need a service call.
You can find information on how to remedy faults yourself at
www.miele.com.au/service or www.miele.co.nz/service and on the Miele website.
Please note, however, that a call-out charge will be applied to unnecessary service
visits where the problem could have been rectified as described in these operating
instructions.
To prevent cold from escaping, avoid opening the appliance door until the fault
has been corrected.
Problem Possible cause and remedy
If you feel that your
refrigeration 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 in
the display.
Perform the Self test (see “Selecting further
settings - Carrying out a Self test”).
If necessary, contact customer service and inform
them of the error message(s) in the display.
The refrigeration
appliance is not getting
cold and the interior
lighting does not come
on when the appliance
door is opened.
The appliance is not switched on.
Switch the appliance on. The temperature appears
in the display.
The plug is not properly inserted into the socket or the
socket is not switched on.
Insert the plug into the socket correctly and switch
on.
The mains circuit breaker has tripped. There could be
a fault with the appliance, the household electrical
wiring or another electrical appliance.
Contact a qualified electrician or Miele.
Problem solving guide
92
Problem Possible cause and remedy
The compressor is
switching on more
frequently and for longer
periods of time. The
temperature in the
appliance is too low.
The ventilation gaps in the housing unit are covered or
have become too dusty.
Do not block the ventilation gaps.
Clean the dust from the ventilation gaps on a regular
basis.
The door has been opened too frequently, or a large
amount of fresh food has been placed in the
appliance.
Only open the door when necessary and for as short
a time as possible.
After a while the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
The door is not properly closed.
Close the door.
After a while the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
The ambient room temperature is too high. The higher
the room temperature, the longer the compressor will
run.
See the information in “Installation - Location”.
The refrigeration appliance was not properly installed
in the niche.
See the information in “Installation – Installing the
appliance”.
The compressor is
switching on more
frequently and runs for
longer periods of time,
and the temperature in
the appliance is too low.
The temperature setting is too low.
Correct the temperature setting.
The SuperCool function is still switched on.
To save energy, you can switch SuperCool off early.
The compressor comes
on less and less often
and for shorter periods
of time. The temperature
in the appliance rises.
This is not a fault. The temperature is too high.
Correct the temperature setting.
Check the temperature again after 24hours.
The compressor runs
continuously.
This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressor
runs at a lower speed when less cooling is required.
This increases the running time of the compressor.
Problem solving guide
93
Problem Possible cause and remedy
An alarm sounds. The appliance door has been open for longer than
2minutes.
Close the appliance door.
No alarm sounds despite
an appliance door being
open.
You have deactivated the alarm.
Switch the alarm back on via the Settings mode .
The Sabbath mode function is switched on: The
temperature display is dark and the symbol is
shown in the display.
You can switch off Sabbath mode at any time (see
"Selecting further settings - Switching Sabbath
mode on and off").
The door of the
appliance cannot be
opened.
The Pull2openDoor assistant is switched on but the
appliance has a handle-free furniture front.
With handle-free furniture fronts, switch on the
Push2openDoor assistant (see “Selecting further
settings - Switching on 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
assistant is deactivated.
Pull the door open from the bottom or from the side.
Messages in the display
Message Possible cause and remedy
The alarm sounds and
the message Close the
door appears in the
display.
The appliance door is open.
Close the appliance door.
If you want to switch the alarm off early, touch the
OK sensor in the display.
The alarm will stop.
The temperature display
is dark and the symbol
lights up in the display.
Sabbath mode is switched on. The interior lighting is
switched off and the refrigeration appliance is cooling.
You can switch off Sabbath mode at any time (see
“Selecting further settings - Switching Sabbath
mode on and off”).
Problem solving guide
94
Message Possible cause and remedy
F Please call Miele Service
appears in the display
and an alarm sounds.
There is a fault.
Make a note of the fault message if necessary.
Call Miele.
To switch the alarm off, touch the symbol.
The fault message will not disappear from the display
until the fault has been rectified.
The symbol lights up in
the display. The
refrigeration appliance
does not get cold, but
the appliance controls
are working.
Demo mode is switched on. Demo mode allows the
appliance to be presented in a showroom without the
cooling system being switched on. Do not activate
this setting for domestic use.
Switch off Demo mode (see “Selecting further
settings - Switching off Demo mode ”).
Problem solving guide
95
The interior lighting is not working
Problem Possible cause and remedy
The interior lighting is
not working.
The appliance is not switched on.
Switch the appliance on.
The Sabbath modefunction is switched on: The
temperature display is dark and the symbol lights up
in 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
components.
Do not remove the lighting cover. The LED lighting
must only be repaired or replaced by a qualified
technician.
Danger 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
instruments (e.g. magnifying glass or similar).
Call Miele.
Noises
96
Normal
noises
What causes them
Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the compressor. This noise can
get louder for brief periods when the compressor switches on.
Blubb,
blubb ...
A gurgling noise can be heard when refrigerant is circulating
through the pipes.
Click ... Clicking sounds occur whenever the thermostat switches the
compressor on or off.
Crack ... A cracking sound can be heard when materials expand inside
the appliance.
Please bear in mind that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating
in the system is unavoidable.
Noises Possible cause and remedy
Rattling,
vibrating,
clinking
The refrigeration appliance is uneven. Realign the appliance
using a spirit level. Do so by raising or lowering the adjustable
feet underneath the refrigeration appliance.
The refrigeration appliance is touching another appliance or
piece of furniture. Move it away.
Drawers, baskets or shelves are jiggling or are stuck. Check all
removable items and refit them correctly.
Bottles or containers are touching. Separate them.
Service
97
You can find information on how to
remedy faults yourself and about Miele
spare parts at www.miele.com.au/
service or www.miele.co.nz/service.
Contact in case of fault
In the event of a fault which you cannot
remedy yourself, please contact Miele.
You can book a Miele customer service
call-out online at www.miele.com.au/
service or www.miele.co.nz/service.
Contact information for Miele can be
found at the end of this booklet.
Please quote the model and serial
number of your appliance when
contacting Miele. Both of these can be
found on the data plate inside the
refrigeration appliance or, depending on
the model, in the settings mode under
information.
The data plate is located inside the
refrigeration appliance.
Warranty
The manufacturer's warranty for this
appliance is 2years.
For further information, please refer to
your warranty booklet.
Copyright and licences
98
For the purpose of operating and controlling the appliance, Miele uses proprietary
or third-party software that is not covered by open source licensing terms. These
items of software/software components are protected by copyright. The copyright
powers of Miele and third parties must be respected.
In addition, the appliance contains software components which are distributed
under open source licensing terms. You can view these open source components
along with the associated copyright notices, copies of the valid licensing terms and
any further information in the document “Open Source Information and Licenses”.
The liability and warranty arrangements for the open source licences displayed at
this location only apply in relation to the respective rights holders.
The appliance contains, in particular, software components which are licensed by
the rights holders under the GNU General Public License, version2, or the GNU
Lesser General Public License, version2.1. For a period of at least 3years following
the purchase or delivery of the appliance, Miele shall provide you or third parties
with a machine-readable copy of the source code for the open source components
contained in the appliance, which are licensed under the terms of the GNU General
Public License, version2, or the GNU Lesser General Public License, version2.1.
The source code shall be made available on a data carrier (CD-ROM, DVD or USB
stick). To obtain this source code, please contact us, specifying the product name,
serial number and purchase date, by sending us an e-mail ([email protected]) or
writing to the following address:
Miele & Cie. KG
Open Source
GTZ/TIM
Carl-Miele-Straße 29
33332 Gütersloh, Germany
We wish to draw your attention to the limited warranty for the benefit of rights
owners under the terms of the GNU General Public License, version2, and the
GNU Lesser General Public License, version2.1:
This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY
WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY of
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU General Public License
and GNU Lesser General Public License for more details.
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