Operating instructions
Fridge-freezer
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for
the first time.
en-GB M.-Nr. 12 359 320
Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions ............................................................................... 5
Caring for the environment......................................................................................... 14
Installation...................................................................................................................... 15
Installation site ...............................................................................................................
15
Climate range ............................................................................................................ 15
Ventilation requirements...............................................................................................
16
Installing several refrigeration appliances...................................................................
16
Changing the door hinging ............................................................................................
16
Fitting supplied wall spacers ........................................................................................
17
Installing the refrigeration appliance ...........................................................................
17
Aligning the refrigeration appliance........................................................................ 18
Integrating the refrigeration appliance in a run of kitchen units ..............................
18
Appliance dimensions....................................................................................................
21
Electrical connection .....................................................................................................
23
Saving energy................................................................................................................. 24
Guide to the appliance................................................................................................. 26
Appliance overview ........................................................................................................
26
Control panel with start display ...................................................................................
28
Settings mode...................................................................................................... 28
Selecting the desired function in Settings mode ........................................... 30
Adjusting the interior fittings ........................................................................................
31
Moving the door shelf/bottle shelf......................................................................... 31
Clipping the egg trays on......................................................................................... 31
Adjusting or removing the bottle holder................................................................ 31
Moving the adjustable shelves ............................................................................... 31
Space for a baking tray............................................................................................. 31
Moving the charcoal filters...................................................................................... 32
Accessories supplied.....................................................................................................
32
Optional accessories .....................................................................................................
32
Switching on and off..................................................................................................... 34
Before using for the first time.......................................................................................
34
Connecting the refrigeration appliance ................................................................. 34
Switching the refrigeration appliance on ....................................................................
34
Switching the refrigeration appliance off ....................................................................
34
Switching off the refrigerator section separately ................................................. 34
Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................ 35
The correct temperature.............................................................................................. 36
Temperature display.......................................................................................................
36
Setting the temperature in the refrigerator/freezer sections...................................
36
Possible temperature settings................................................................................ 36
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Using Super cool, Super freeze and Dynamic cooling.......................................... 37
Selecting further settings............................................................................................ 40
Explanation of the different settings............................................................................
40
Party mode ............................................................................................................ 40
Holiday mode ...................................................................................................... 40
Switching the lock function/ on.................................................................... 40
Sabbath mode....................................................................................................... 41
Information on Sabbath mode............................................................................. 42
Changing the time before the door alarm is triggered .................................... 42
Adjusting the volume of alarms and buzzers/............................................ 42
Adjusting the display brightness ....................................................................... 43
Switching off demo mode.................................................................................... 43
Resetting the settings to their default settings ............................................. 43
Information............................................................................................................. 43
Charcoal filter change indicator......................................................................... 43
Cleaning mode.................................................................................................... 44
Temperature and door alarm ...................................................................................... 45
Storing food in the fridge zone................................................................................... 47
Different storage zones .................................................................................................
47
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section...........................
48
Notes on buying food.....................................................................................................
48
Storing food correctly ....................................................................................................
48
Storing food in the DailyFresh drawer...................................................................... 49
Freezing and storing food............................................................................................ 51
Freezing fresh food.........................................................................................................
51
Maximum freezing capacity .................................................................................... 51
Storing frozen food.........................................................................................................
51
Home freezing.................................................................................................................
51
Storage time for frozen food .........................................................................................
53
Cooling drinks quickly....................................................................................................
53
Using accessories ..........................................................................................................
53
Making ice cubes...................................................................................................... 53
Defrosting ....................................................................................................................... 54
Cleaning and care ......................................................................................................... 55
Cleaning agents ..............................................................................................................
55
Preparing the refrigeration appliance for cleaning.....................................................
55
Cleaning the inside of the appliance ...........................................................................
56
Cleaning accessories by hand or in the dishwasher .................................................
56
Removing and dismantling accessories for cleaning ................................................
57
Inserting the glass shelves and drawers into the freezer section...................... 58
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Cleaning the front of the appliance and the side panels ..........................................
59
Cleaning the door seal...................................................................................................
59
Cleaning the ventilation gaps .......................................................................................
59
After cleaning ..................................................................................................................
60
Problem solving guide.................................................................................................. 61
Noises.............................................................................................................................. 70
Service............................................................................................................................. 72
Contact in the event of a fault......................................................................................
72
EPREL database .............................................................................................................
72
Warranty ..........................................................................................................................
72
Warning and Safety instructions
5
This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety
requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal
injury and material damage.
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. 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
on installing the refrigeration appliance, as well as the safety notes
and warnings.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep these operating and installation instructions in a safe place
and pass them on to any future owner.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct application
This refrigeration appliance is intended for use in the home and in
similar environments, for example
– in shops, offices and similar work settings
– by the guests in hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts and other typical
home settings.
This refrigeration appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and
storing food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food, freezing
fresh food and for making ice.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.
This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping
cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar
substances or products that are subject to the Medical Device
Directive. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such
purposes may cause deterioration of the items stored. The
refrigeration appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where
there is a risk of explosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or
incorrect use or operation of the appliance.
The appliance can only be used by people with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use
it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of
incorrect operation.
Safety with children
Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
refrigeration appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance
unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and
recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
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Danger of suffocation! Whilst playing, children could become
entangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their
head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.
Technical safety
The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration
appliance complies with statutory safety requirements and the
appropriate EU directives.
Warning: fire hazard/flammable materials. This symbol is on the
compressor and indicates flammable materials. Do not remove this
sticker.
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 cooling circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but
it does not affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance.
When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure
that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Splashes of
refrigerant can damage the eyes and leaking refrigerant can ignite.
In the event of damage:
- Avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark.
- Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity
supply.
- Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for
several minutes.
- Contact the Miele Customer Service Department.
The more refrigerant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room it should be installed in. 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.
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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 on an autonomous power
supply system or a power supply system that is not synchronised
with the mains power supply (e.g. island networks, back-up systems)
is possible. A prerequisite for operation is that the power supply
system complies with the specifications of EN50160 or an
equivalent standard.
The function and operation of the protective measures provided in
the domestic electrical installation and in this Miele product must
also be maintained in isolated operation or in operation that is not
synchronised with the mains power supply, or these measures must
be replaced by equivalent measures in the installation. As described,
for example, in the current version of BS OHSAS 18001–2 ISO
45001.
If the electrical connection cable 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 spare parts are used. For safety reasons, such replacement
may only be carried out by a qualified specialist or the Miele
Customer Service Department.
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electrical supply by a
multi-socket adapter or extension lead. These are a fire hazard and do
not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.
If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains
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 utility room).
This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check the
appliance for visible signs of damage.
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This refrigeration appliance is not intended for use as a built-in
appliance.
The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during
installation, maintenance and repair work.
Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user.
Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a
Miele authorised technician.
While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
warranty is invalidated.
Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele
original spare parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of
the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
This refrigeration appliance is supplied with a special lamp to cope
with particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This lamp must only be
used for the purpose for which it is intended. The lamp is not suitable
for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele
authorised technician or by the Miele Customer Service Department.
This refrigeration appliance contains several light sources with at
least energy efficiency classG.
Proper installation
Change the door hinging (if necessary) as described in the
installation instructions supplied with the appliance.
Always wear protective gloves when transporting and installing the
refrigeration appliance.
Two people are required to install the refrigeration appliance.
Correct use
This refrigeration appliance is designed for use within specific
ambient temperatures (climate range). Do not use in ambient
temperatures for which it is not designed. The climate range is stated
on the data plate in the interior cabinet of the refrigeration appliance.
A lower ambient temperature will cause the compressor to switch off
for longer periods, meaning that the refrigeration appliance is unable
to maintain the required temperature.
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Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the
efficiency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and
could cause damage to the components.
If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or
the door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic
components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store explosive materials in the
refrigeration appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g.
spray cans). Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of
gases to ignite.
Danger of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.
an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance.
Danger of sparking and explosion.
Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. Do not store cans or
bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in
the freezer zone. Otherwise they could burst.
Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. When cooling drinks
quickly in the freezer zone, make sure bottles are not left in for more
than one hour. Otherwise they could burst.
Danger of injury. Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the
appliance with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food
or to the metal.
Danger of injury. Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands
and never place ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from
the freezer zone. The very low temperature of the frozen food can
cause frost burn to the lips and tongue.
Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume
defrosted food as soon as possible, as it will lose its nutritional value
and spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be re-frozen
after it has been cooked.
Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage
instructions given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning. Storage
times will depend on several factors, including the freshness and
quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it is stored.
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Accessories and spare parts
Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used,
warranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.
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 or defrost this
appliance.
Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
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,
- separate frozen food or remove ice trays.
Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost
it. These can damage the plastic parts.
Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might
cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
Transport
Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its
original transport packaging to avoid damage in transit.
Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. The refrigeration
appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people.
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Disposal of your old appliance
Children playing could become trapped in the appliance and could
suffocate.
- Remove the appliance doors.
- 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
will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking
themselves in and endangering their lives.
Risk of electric shock!
- Cut the plug off the mains connection cable.
- Cut the mains connection cable off the old appliance.
Dispose of the plug and mains connection cable 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 coolant channels in the condenser,
- bending any pipework, or
- scratching the surface coating.
Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)
This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal
operation.
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The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it
penetrates the airways.
Caring for the environment
14
Disposing of the packaging
material
The packaging material is used for
handling and protects the appliance
from transport damage. The packaging
material used is selected from materials
which are environmentally friendly for
disposal and can generally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging material
reduces the use of raw materials. Use
material-specific collection points for
valuable materials and take advantage
of return options. Your Miele dealer will
take the packaging material away.
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
household waste or if handled
incorrectly. Please do not, therefore,
dispose of your old appliance with
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.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal
points to dispose of and recycle
electrical and electronic appliances in
your local community, with your dealer
or with Miele, free of charge. By law, you
are solely responsible for deleting any
personal data from the old appliance
prior to disposal. You are legally obliged
to remove any old batteries which are
not securely enclosed by the appliance
and to 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 poses no risk to
children while being stored for disposal.
Installation
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Installation site
Risk of damage due to high
humidity.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on
external refrigeration appliance
panels.
This condensate can cause corrosion
on external appliance panels.
Install the refrigeration appliance in a
dry and/or air-conditioned room with
sufficient ventilation.
After installation please make sure
that the appliance door(s) closes/
close properly and that the specified
ventilation gaps are adhered to.
Fire risk and risk of damage from
appliances which give off heat.
Appliances which give off heat can
catch fire and set fire to the
refrigeration appliance.
Do not place appliances which give
off heat, such as mini-ovens, double
burner hobs or toasters on the
refrigeration appliance.
Fire risk and danger of damage
from open flames.
Open flames can set fire to the
refrigeration appliance.
Keep open flames (e.g. a candle)
away from the refrigeration
appliance.
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
When deciding on the installation site,
please bear in mind that your
refrigeration appliance will use more
energy if installed near to a heater, a
cooker or other appliance that gives off
heat.
Avoid direct sunlight.
The higher the ambient temperature,
the longer the compressor runs and
the higher the energy consumption is.
When installing the refrigeration
appliance, please note the following:
- The socket must be easily accessible
in an emergency, not concealed
behind the appliance.
- The mains plug and mains connection
cable must not touch the rear of the
refrigeration appliance as they could
be damaged by vibrations from the
appliance.
- Do not plug in other appliances into
sockets behind this appliance.
- When installing the refrigeration
appliance, make sure that the mains
connection cable does not get
trapped or damaged.
- Do not position or operate multi-
socket adapters, distributor strips or
other electronic devices (e.g. halogen
transformers) at the rear of the
appliance.
- The floor at the installation site must
be horizontal and level and must be as
high as the surrounding floor.
Climate range
This refrigeration appliance is designed
for use within specific ambient
temperatures (climate range). Do not
use in ambient temperatures for which
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it is not designed. The climate range is
stated on the data plate in the interior
cabinet of the refrigeration appliance.
Climate range Ambient
temperature
SN 10to32°C
N 16to32°C
ST 16to38°C
T 16to43°C
SN-ST 10to38°C
SN-T 10to43°C
A lower ambient temperature leads to
the compressor switching off for longer
periods. This can cause the internal
temperature in the refrigeration
appliance to rise with the risk of food
deteriorating and going off.
Ventilation requirements
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 for
the compressor. This may, in turn,
cause damage to the compressor.
Please ensure that there is adequate
ventilation around the refrigeration
appliance.
It is essential to observe the required
ventilation gaps.
The ventilation gaps must not be
covered or blocked in any way.
They must also be regularly dusted.
Air at the back of the refrigeration
appliance gets warm. Sufficient space
for proper ventilation must therefore be
ensured (see “Installation dimensions”).
Installing several refrigeration
appliances
Risk of damage due to
condensation on external appliance
panels.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up between
the external refrigeration appliance
panels, which can cause corrosion.
Do not place different refrigeration
appliances directly next to one
another.
A distance of at least 70mm must be
maintained between the refrigeration
appliances.
Changing the door hinging
Danger of injury and damage to
the appliance due to heavy door.
There is an increased risk of injury
and damage if the door hinging is
installed by a single person.
Always change the door hinging with
the help of a second person.
The refrigeration appliance is supplied
with hinges on the right. If left-hand
hinging is required, the hinges must be
changed (see accompanying installation
instructions).
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Fitting supplied wall spacers
The wall spacers supplied must be
used in order to achieve declared
energy consumption values and to
prevent the build-up of condensation
at high ambient temperatures. The
refrigeration appliance depth is
increased by approx.15mm for
appliances with wall spacers fitted.
If the wall spacers are not used, the
functionality of the refrigeration
appliance is not affected. Energy
consumption is only slightly increased
with less distance between the
appliance and the wall.
Fit the wall spacers onto the back of
the refrigeration appliance on the
bottom left and right.
Installing the refrigeration
appliance
Risk of injury and damage due to
the refrigeration appliance tipping
over.
There is an increased risk of injury
and damage if the refrigeration
appliance is installed by a single
person.
Two people are required for installing
the refrigeration appliance.
Risk of damage to the appliance
door caused by impact.
The appliance door could hit the wall
of the room resulting in damage to
the door.
Protect the appliance door by fitting a
felt stopper, for example, to the wall
of the room.
Risk of damaging the floor.
Moving the refrigeration appliance
can cause damage to the floor.
Move the refrigeration appliance
carefully on floors that are sensitive
to scratching.
For easier installation, there are
transport handles on the back at the
top and transport wheels underneath
the refrigeration appliance.
Tip: The refrigeration appliance must be
empty when it is installed.
Prepare the refrigeration appliance for
installation as close as possible to its
intended installation site.
Connect the refrigeration appliance to
the electricity supply as described in
“Electrical connection”.
Move the refrigeration appliance
carefully to its intended installation
site.
Position the refrigeration appliance
with the wall spacers (if used) or the
back close to the wall.
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Aligning the refrigeration appliance
Risk of damage and injury caused
by the appliance door falling out or
the refrigeration appliance tipping
over.
If the additional adjustable foot on
the hinge plate at the bottom is not
resting firmly on the floor, the
appliance door can fall out or the
refrigeration appliance can tip over.
Use the open spanner supplied with
the appliance to unscrew the
adjustable foot until it is resting on
the floor.
Then unscrew the adjustable foot by
a further quarter turn.
Use the spirit level and the open
spanner supplied to align the
refrigeration appliance and support
the appliance door.
1. Adjust the front adjustable feet.
2. Unscrew the additional adjustable
foot out until it is touching the floor.
Then unscrew the adjustable foot by
a further quarter turn.
Integrating the refrigeration
appliance in a run of kitchen
units
The refrigeration appliance can be
surrounded by kitchen units.
Refrigeration appliance with glass front
K(S)/FN(S)/KFN4xxxX obsw/matt, bb,
brws, bs, grgr
Top box
Refrigeration appliance, door depth =
82mm
Kitchen unit
Wall
* The appliance depth is increased by
approx. 15mm for refrigeration
appliances with wall spacers fitted.
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K(S)/FN(S)/KFN4xxxX edst/cs, ws, bst, el
Top box
Refrigeration appliance, door depth =
75mm
Kitchen unit
Wall
A = 25mm (with recessed grip)/60mm
(with handle)
* The appliance depth is increased by
approx. 15mm for refrigeration
appliances with wall spacers fitted.
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 for
the compressor. This may, in turn,
cause damage to the compressor.
Please ensure that there is adequate
ventilation around the refrigeration
appliance.
It is essential to observe the required
ventilation gaps.
The ventilation gaps must not be
covered or blocked in any way.
They must also be regularly dusted.
The larger the ventilation gap, the
more economically the compressor
will work.
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Install the refrigeration appliance next
to the kitchen unit.
- The appliance front must protrude in
front of furniture fronts by at least the
door depth. This enables the
appliance door to be opened and shut
without being obstructed.
- When installed next to a wall, a
distance (A) must be maintained on
the hinge side between the wall
and the refrigeration appliance.
- To match the height of the rest of the
kitchen units, the refrigeration
appliance can be fitted with a suitable
top box.
A ventilation duct of at least 50mm
depth must be provided across the
whole width of the top box.
The ventilation gap under the ceiling
must be at least 300cm
2
to ensure
that warm air can escape without
obstruction.
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Appliance dimensions
Installation dimensions/View from above
KFN 4375 ..., KFN 4393 ..., KFN 4395 ...
All dimensions are given in mm.
The refrigeration appliance will function correctly if the specified ventilation cross-
sections are kept clear.
* Dimensions without wall spacers fitted. Appliance depth is increased by 15mm with the
wall spacers supplied fitted.
A B C D
KFN 4375 ... 1855 594 1061 821
KFN 4393 ... 2015 754 1221 981
KFN 4395 ... 2015 594 1061 821
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Connections
KFN 4375 ..., KFN 4393 ..., KFN 4395 ...
All dimensions are given in mm.
a
View from the front
b
Mains connection cable, length = 2000mm
A longer mains connection cable is available to order from the Miele Customer
Service Department.
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Electrical connection
The refrigeration appliance must only be
connected to an earthed socket using
the mains connection cable supplied.
The socket must 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 refrigeration
appliance to a multi-socket plug
adapter or to an extension lead can
overload the cable.
For safety reasons, do not use an
extension lead or multi-socket
adapter.
The electrical installation must comply
with VDE0100 requirements.
For safety reasons, we recommend
using a type residual current device
(RCD) in the assigned 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 the Miele
Customer Service Department). For
safety reasons, such replacement may
only be carried out by a qualified
specialist or the Miele Customer
Service Department.
These operating instructions and the
data plate indicate the nominal power
consumption and the appropriate fuse
rating. Compare this information with
the data of the on-site electrical
connection. If in any doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
Temporary or permanent operation on
an autonomous power supply system or
a power supply system that is not
synchronised with the mains power
supply (e.g. island networks, back-up
systems) is possible. A prerequisite for
operation is that the power supply
system complies with the specifications
of EN50160 or an equivalent standard.
The function and operation of the
protective measures provided in the
domestic electrical installation and in
this Miele product must also be
maintained in isolated operation or in
operation that is not synchronised with
the mains power supply, or these
measures must be replaced by
equivalent measures in the installation.
As described, for example, in the current
version of VDE-AR-E2510-2.
Connecting the refrigeration appliance
Back of the refrigeration appliance
Appliance plug connector
Mains plug
Plug the plug connector into the
socket.
Make sure that the plug connector has
clicked into position correctly.
Insert the plug of the refrigeration
appliance into the socket.
The refrigeration appliance is now
connected to the electricity supply.
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How to save energy:
Installation site The refrigeration appliance has to cool more often at higher
ambient temperatures and consumes more energy in the
process. Therefore, you should:
- Install the refrigeration appliance in a well-ventilated room.
- Do not install the refrigeration appliance near to a heat source
(heater element, cooker).
- Protect the refrigeration appliance from direct sunlight.
- Ensure an ideal ambient temperature of 20°C.
- Clean the ventilation gaps on a regular basis to remove any
dust.
Temperature
setting
The colder the temperature, the higher the energy consumption.
The following settings are recommended:
- 4 to 5°C in the refrigerator section.
- -18°C in the freezer section.
Use Energy consumption is increased by heat input and impeded air
circulation. Therefore, you should:
- Only open the appliance door(s) when necessary and for as
short a time as possible. Arrange the food in such a way that
makes it easy to find in the appliance.
- Always close the appliance door(s) properly after opening
them.
- Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in
the refrigeration appliance.
- Store food well packaged or covered.
- Do not overfill the compartments to allow air to circulate.
- Place frozen food in the fridge zone to defrost.
- Keep drawers and shelves arranged as they were when the
appliance was delivered.
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- Use the wall spacers. The wall spacers on the back of your
refrigeration appliance are designed to ensure that the
declared energy consumption is achieved.
Guide to the appliance
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Appliance overview
This drawing is for illustration purposes only.
Guide to the appliance
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a
Display
b
Interior lighting
c
Shelves in the appliance door
d
Fan
e
Shelf with egg tray in the appliance door
f
Adjustable shelf
g
Bottle shelf with bottle holder
h
Space for a baking tray (XL interior)
i
Compartment lid for setting the humidity level in the DailyFresh drawer
j
DailyFresh drawer for fruit and vegetables (humidity-controlled)
k
Condensate channel and drain hole
l
Freezer drawers
m
Ventilation gap
Guide to the appliance
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Control panel with start display
OK
<
>
°C
5
-18
°C
1
2
3
4
5
a
Temperature display for fridge zone
b
Temperature display for freezer section
c
Sensor controls for selecting a setting
d
OKsensor control for confirming a selection
and entering Settings mode
e
Display for Miele@home connection status
(only visible when the Miele@home function has been set up)
Settings mode
In Settings mode, you can select the following appliance functions and alter their
settings to some extent:
Symbol Function Factory
default
Switch the Party mode function on or off
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Off
Switch the Holiday mode function on or off
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Off
/ Switching the lock function on or off
(see “Selecting further settings”)
(off)
Switching the refrigeration appliance off
(see “Switching on and off”)
Switch the Sabbath mode function on or off
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Off
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Call up information on the Sabbath mode function
(see “Selecting further settings”)
––
Change the time before the door alarm is triggered
(see “Selecting further settings”)
1:00
/
Switch the keypad tone on or off On
/ Change the volume of the alarms and buzzers or switch
them off entirely
(see “Selecting further settings”)
On
/level5
Change the display brightness
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Level4
°C / °F Change the temperature unit
(°Celsius or °Fahrenheit)
°C
Switch the Demo mode function off
(only visible when switched on)
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Off
Reset to default settings
(see “Selecting further settings”)
––
Call up information (model identifier and serial number)
about your refrigeration appliance
(see “Selecting further settings”)
––
Switch on the reminder to change the
charcoal filter (see “Optional accessories”)
(see “Selecting further settings”)
Off
Switch Cleaning mode on or off
(see “Cleaning and care”)
Off
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Selecting the desired function in Settings mode
Touch the OKsensor control on the control panel.
will appear in the display (refrigerator section is selected).
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
Select the function you want using the or sensor control.
Touch OK to select the function you want.
When the function is switched on, a dot appears in the upper corner of the
display
.
Touch OK to deselect a selected function.
When the function is switched off, the dot in the upper corner of the display goes
out.
Exiting Settings mode
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the symbol and touch OK.
Alternatively:
Wait approx. 15seconds after the last press of a button.
Settings mode is then exited automatically.
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Adjusting the interior fittings
Moving the door shelf/bottle shelf
Only move the door/bottle shelves in
the appliance door when they are
empty.
Push the door/bottle shelves
upwards, then remove them by pulling
them forwards.
Replace the door/bottle shelves at
the required height.
Clipping the egg trays on
Clip the egg trays onto the rear edge
of the door shelf.
Adjusting or removing the bottle
holder
The non-slip fins of the bottle holder
make bottles more secure when you
open and close the appliance door.
The bottle holder can be moved to the
left or right to create more room for
drink cartons.
The bottle holder can be removed
completely, e.g. for cleaning:
pull the bottle holder up to remove it.
Moving the adjustable shelves
The shelves can be adjusted according
to the height of the food.
Raise the shelf slightly at the front
and pull it forwards a little.
Lift it until the notches at the side are
in line with the shelf supports. The
shelf can then be raised or lowered to
the required level.
Push the shelf in.
Stoppers prevent the shelves from
being dislodged by mistake.
The raised edge on the protective strip
at the back must face upwards to
prevent food from touching the back of
the appliance and freezing to it.
Space for a baking tray
A baking tray can be placed above the
drawers. The baking tray can be no more
than 466mm wide, 386mm deep and
50mm high.
Open the appliance door as far as it
will go.
Place the baking tray on the dividing
plate.
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Tip: Let the baking tray cool down to
room temperature before putting it in
the refrigerator section.
Moving the charcoal filters
KKF-FF charcoal filters with holder
(Active AirClean) are available as
optional accessories (see “Optional
accessories”).
When storing very strong smelling
food (e.g. very ripe cheese):
- Place the holder with the charcoal
filters on the shelf where this food is
kept.
- Change the charcoal filters sooner if
necessary.
- Use more charcoal filters (with
holders) in the refrigeration appliance.
The holder for the charcoal filters sits on
the protective strip at the back of the
shelf.
To move the charcoal filter, pull the
holder upwards to remove it from the
protective strip.
Refit the holder on the protective strip
of the shelf you wish to use it on.
Accessories supplied
Egg tray
Bottle holder
Ice cube tray
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products are available for your
appliance.
Optional accessories can be ordered
from the Miele webshop. They can
also be ordered from the Miele
Customer Service Department (see
end of this booklet for contact details)
or from your Miele dealer.
Multi-purpose microfibre cloth
The microfibre cloth is suitable for
removing fingerprints and light soiling
from surfaces such as stainless steel,
glass, plastic and chrome without the
use of chemicals.
MicroCloth Kit
The MicroCloth Kit contains a universal
cloth, a glass cloth and a polishing cloth.
These cloths are extremely resistant to
tearing and very robust. Thanks to very
fine microfibres these cloths achieve an
excellent cleaning performance.
MicroCloth HyClean
The MicroCloth HyClean is a multi-
purpose antibacterial cloth and is
particularly tear resistant and durable. It
can be used wet or dry, with or without
cleaning agent.
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KKF-FF charcoal filter with holder
(Active AirClean)
Charcoal filters neutralise unpleasant
odours in the fridge zone for improved
air quality.
KKF-RF replacement charcoal filters
(ActiveAirClean)
Replacement filters to the fit the holder
are available. We recommend replacing
the charcoal filters every 6months.
Bottle rack
Bottles can be stored horizontally using
the bottle rack to save space.
The bottle rack can be placed at
different positions in the appliance.
Organisation box
The organisation box makes it easier to
sort the food in the fridge zone drawer
in a clear manner.
Depending on the model, you may
need to remove the entire drawer to
insert and remove the organisation
box.
Switching on and off
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Before using for the first time
Remove all packaging material and
protective film.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories (see “Cleaning and
care”).
Connecting the refrigeration appliance
Connect the refrigeration appliance to
the electricity supply as described in
“Electrical connection”.
Miele will then appear on the appliance
display, followed by .
Switching the refrigeration
appliance on
Open the appliance door.
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
The refrigeration appliance will start to
cool and the interior lighting will come
on when the appliance door is opened.
When the set freezer temperature is
reached, the
symbol disappears, the
temperature display of the freezer
section lights up constantly and the
alarm stops.
If the alarm annoys you, tap OK.
The alarm will stop.
The appliance will gradually reach the
pre-set temperatures.
To enable the temperature to get
sufficiently cold inside the
refrigeration appliance, allow the
appliance to run for a few hours
before placing food in it. Do not place
food in the refrigeration appliance
until it has reached the preset
temperature.
Do not place food in the freezer zone
until it has reached the preset
temperature (min. -18°C).
Switching the refrigeration
appliance off
You can only switch the entire
refrigeration appliance off in Settings
mode.
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
will appear in the display (refrigerator
section is selected).
Use the or sensor control to
scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the or sensor control to
scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
The cooling and interior lighting are
switched off.
will appear in the display.
Please note: The refrigeration
appliance is not disconnected from
the power supply when it is switched
off.
Switching off the refrigerator section
separately
The refrigerator section can be switched
off without having to switch off the
freezer section. This is useful, e.g. whilst
on holiday.
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
will appear in the display (refrigerator
section is selected).
TouchOK.
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Use the sensor control to scroll to
the symbol.
TouchOK.
The temperature display for the
refrigerator section will go out. will
appear in the display.
The refrigerator section is switched off.
The temperature display for the freezer
section remains lit up.
Switching the refrigerator section back
on again separately
TouchOK.
will appear in the display (refrigerator
section is selected).
TouchOK.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the temperature you want and touch
OK.
The refrigerator section switches back
on.
Switching off for longer periods of
time
If, during a long absence, the
refrigeration appliance is switched off
but not cleaned and the door is left
shut, there is a danger of mould
building up inside the appliance.
It is essential to clean the
refrigeration appliance before a long
period of absence.
If the refrigeration appliance is not going
to be used for a longer period of time,
observe the following:
Switch the refrigeration appliance off.
Switch off at the wall and disconnect
the plug from the socket, or
disconnect the fuse.
Clean the refrigeration appliance and
leave the door ajar to air the appliance
and avoid odours building up inside.
It is also advisable to carry out the last
two instructions if you are switching
the refrigerator section off for a longer
period of time.
The correct temperature
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It is very important to set the correct
temperature to ensure the shelf life of
food. Reducing the temperature reduces
the growth rate of microorganisms.
Food does not spoil as quickly.
The temperature in the refrigeration
appliance will rise:
- The more often the appliance door is
opened and the longer it is kept open
- The more food that is stored in it
- The warmer the food is which is being
put into it
- The higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the refrigeration
appliance. This refrigeration appliance
is designed for use within specific
ambient temperatures (climate range).
Do not use in ambient temperatures
for which it is not designed.
...in the refrigerator section
We recommend a temperature of 4°C
in the refrigerator section.
...in the freezer zone
To freeze fresh food, a temperature of
-18°C is required. This will prolong the
shelf life of your food and retain its
quality.
As soon as the temperature rises above
-10°C, the bacteria become active in
the food again so it cannot be kept as
long. For this reason, partially defrosted
or defrosted food must not be re-frozen.
Food may be re-frozen once it has been
cooked, as the high temperatures
achieved when cooking destroy most
bacteria.
Temperature display
In normal operation, the temperature
display shows the current average
refrigerator section temperature and
the maximum freezer section
temperature.
Depending on the ambient temperature
and the temperature setting, it can take
the appliance a few hours to reach the
temperature required and for this
temperature to then be shown as a
constant temperature on the display.
Setting the temperature in the
refrigerator/freezer sections
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
will appear in the display (refrigerator
section is selected).
Use the andsensor controls to
change the selected temperature
zone if required.
TouchOK.
Use the andsensor controls to
change the temperature.
TouchOK.
The temperature display will then
change back to the current temperature
in the relevant temperature zone.
Possible temperature settings
- Refrigerator section: 2to9°C
- Freezer section: -15to-26°C
Using Super cool, Super freeze and Dynamic cooling
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SuperCool
When switched on, the SuperCool
function can be used to rapidly
reduce the temperature in the fridge
zone to its lowest setting (depending
on the ambient temperature). The
refrigeration appliance will work at full
power and lower the temperature.
Select this function for the rapid
chilling of large amounts of fresh food
or drink.
When the SuperCool function is
switched on, the appliance may make
more noise than usual.
The SuperCool function should be
switched on immediately before
placing food or drinks in the fridge
zone.
The SuperCool function will switch
itself off automatically after approx.
12hours. The refrigeration appliance
will then run at normal power again.
Tip: To save energy, you can switch the
SuperCool function off yourself once
food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
Switching SuperCool on and off
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
will appear in the display (refrigerator
section is selected).
Touch OK.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the symbol.
Touch OK.
When the SuperCool function is
switched on, a dot appears in the upper
corner of the display
.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the temperature you want and touch
OK.
SuperFreeze
When switched on, the SuperFreeze
function can be used to rapidly
reduce the temperature in the freezer
section to its lowest setting
(depending on the ambient
temperature). The refrigeration
appliance will work at full power and
lower the temperature. Select this
function before freezing fresh food.
This helps food to freeze quickly and
retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours
and appearance.
When the SuperFreeze function is
switched on, the appliance may make
more noise than usual.
SuperFreeze should be switched on
approx. 6hours before placing food in
the freezer section.
When freezing the maximum amount
of food, the SuperFreeze function
should be switched on 24hours
beforehand.
The SuperFreeze function will
switch itself off automatically after a
maximum of 72hours. The
refrigeration appliance will then run at
normal power again. The quantity of
fresh food placed in the freezer will
determine the duration before it
switches off.
Tip: To save energy, you can switch the
SuperFreeze function off yourself once
food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
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You do not need to switch on the
SuperFreeze function:
- If you are placing food that is
already frozen in the freezer
- If you only freeze up to 2kg of fresh
food daily
Switching SuperFreeze on and off
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
will appear in the display (refrigerator
section is selected).
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the symbol.
Touch OK.
When the SuperFreeze function is
switched on, a dot appears in the upper
right-hand corner of the display
.
Use the and sensor controls to
scroll to the temperature you want
and touch OK.
DynaCool
When the DynaCool function is not
switched on, the natural circulation of
air in the appliance will cause different
temperature zones in the fridge zone,
as the cold, heavy air will sink to the
lowest section of the appliance. You
should bear this in mind when placing
food in the appliance (see “Storing
food in the refrigerator section”).
However, if you are storing a large
amount of similar food in the
refrigerator at any one time, e.g. after
your weekly shop, it is a good idea to
turn on DynaCool. This way you can
distribute the temperature on all the
adjustable shelves inside the appliance
more evenly so that all the food in the
fridge zone will be chilled to about the
same degree.
The temperature is set as normal with
the temperature control.
Also switch on the DynaCool function
when:
- The ambient temperature is high
(above approx. 35°C)
- The humidity levels are high (e.g. in
the summer)
The fan will always switch on
automatically when the compressor
switches on.
Tip: As the energy consumption
increases when DynaCool is
switched on, you should turn the
DynaCool function off again under
normal conditions.
To save energy, the fan switches off
automatically whilst the door is open.
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Switching DynaCool on and off
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
will appear in the display (refrigerator
section is selected).
TouchOK.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the symbol.
Touch OK.
When the DynaCool function is
switched on, a dot appears in the upper
corner of the display
.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the temperature you want and touch
OK.
Selecting further settings
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Explanation of the different
settings
Only the settings that require further
explanation are described below.
The door alarm and other warnings are
automatically suppressed when you
are in Settings mode.
Party mode
The Party mode function is
recommended if you wish to chill or
freeze large amounts of fresh food or
drink quickly.
Tip: Switch on the Party mode
function approx. 4hours before
placing food and drinks in the appliance.
When Party mode is switched on, the
DynaCool, SuperCool and
SuperFreeze functions are switched
on automatically.
Party mode cannot be switched on if
the refrigerator section is switched off
or if Holiday mode is switched on.
The Party mode function will switch
itself off automatically after approx.
24hours. However, you can switch the
Party mode function off early at any
time.
Holiday mode
The Holiday mode function is
useful when you go on holiday, for
example, if you do not wish to switch
off the refrigerator section completely
or do not need a high degree of
cooling.
If Holiday mode is switched on, this
will be indicated on the start display.
The refrigerator section is regulated to a
temperature of 15°C, remaining in
operation whilst also saving energy.
The freezer section remains switched on
at the previously set temperature.
Food which does not go off quickly can
be stored in the refrigeration appliance
for some time at this moderate
refrigerator temperature. Energy
consumption is lower than in normal
operation.
This also prevents the build-up of
odours and mould which can occur if
the refrigerator section is switched off
and the appliance door is closed.
Health risk caused by
decomposing food.
The usability and quality of food in
the fridge zone may deteriorate if the
temperature remains above 4°C for
an extended period.
Only ever switch on the Holiday
mode function for a limited
period.
Do not store any temperature-
sensitive food which goes off easily,
such as fruit, vegetables, fish, meat
and dairy products, during this time.
Switching the lock function/ on
When the lock function is switched
on, it protects the refrigeration
appliance from being switched off
inadvertently and against unintentional
adjustments by unauthorised persons
such as children.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
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When the lock function is switched
on, a dot appears in the upper corner of
the display
.
Close the appliance door. The lock
function is only activated now.
Deactivating the lock function/
temporarily
If, for example, you want to adjust the
temperature, you can briefly deactivate
the lock function:
Touch OK.
will appear in the display.
Touch the OKsensor control for
approx. 6seconds.
will appear in the display (refrigerator
section is selected).
Use the andsensor controls to
change the selected temperature
zone if required.
TouchOK.
Now select the required settings.
TouchOK.
Closing the appliance door will
reactivate the lock function .
Switching the lock function/ off
completely
Touch OK.
will appear in the display.
Touch the OKsensor control for
approx. 6seconds.
will appear in the display (refrigerator
section is selected).
Use the or sensor control to
scroll to the symbol.
TouchOK.
Use the or sensor control to
scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
When the lock function is switched off,
appears in the display.
Sabbath mode
The appliance offers a Sabbath
programme for the purposes of religious
observance.
If Sabbath mode is switched on, this
will be indicated on the start display.
The display switches off after
3seconds.
When Sabbath mode is switched on,
you cannot make any settings on your
refrigeration appliance.
Ensure that the appliance doors are
properly closed, as visual and audible
alarms are switched off.
The Sabbath mode function will
switch off automatically after approx.
120hours.
When Sabbath mode is switched on,
the following are deactivated:
- Interior lighting when the door is
opened
- All audible and visual signals
- Temperature display
All other functions switched on
previously remain activated.
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Health risk caused by
decomposing 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 will reduce the storage life
of the food.
If there is a power failure during
Sabbath mode, check the quality of
the food.
Switching Sabbath mode on
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is
switched on, a dot appears in the upper
corner of the display
.
The display will go out after 3seconds.
Close the appliance door.
Switching Sabbath mode off
Touch the OKsensor control.
will appear in the display.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is
switched on, a dot appears in the upper
corner of the display
.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is
switched off, the dot in the upper corner
of the display goes out.
Information on Sabbath mode
This product is certified by Star-K, an
international institute for kosher
certification.
You can find the Star-K certification
version here.
Changing the time before the door
alarm
is triggered
You can set how quickly the door alarm
sounds after the appliance door is
opened.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the andsensor controls to
set the time you want between
30seconds and 3minutes:
30seconds.
Touch OK.
Adjusting the volume of alarms and
buzzers/
You can adjust the volume of alarms and
buzzers (e.g. in the event of a door alarm
or fault message). You can also switch
off the alarms and buzzers if they
disturb you.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the volume you want for alarms
and buzzers.
Touch OK.
appears in the display when the
alarms and buzzers are switched off.
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Adjusting the display brightness
You can adjust the display brightness to
suit the lighting conditions in the room.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the and sensor controls to
select the display brightness you
want.
Touch OK.
Switching off demo mode
Demo mode allows the refrigeration
appliance to be presented by dealers
without the cooling system being
switched on. This setting is not needed
for domestic use.
If demo mode has been switched on
as a default setting, will show on the
display when the refrigeration
appliance is switched on.
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
Miele will appear initially in the display,
followed by the start screen.
Touch OK.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
After demo mode has been switched
off, the refrigeration appliance switches
off and must be switched on again.
Resetting the settings to their default
settings
All settings made on the refrigeration
appliance will be reset to default
settings (for settings, see “Guide to the
appliance”).
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
Use the sensor control to scroll to
the symbol.
Touch OK.
The refrigeration appliance switches off
and must be switched on again.
Information
Appliance data (model identifier and
serial number) is shown on the display.
Keep this appliance data to hand:
- For integrating the refrigeration
appliance into your WiFi network (see
“Selecting further settings –
Miele@home”) (depending on the
model).
- When reporting an appliance fault to
the Miele Customer Service
Department (see “Service”).
- When retrieving information from the
EPREL database (see “Service”).
Charcoal filter change indicator
After inserting the charcoal filter
(optional accessory), you must activate
the charcoal filter change indicator in
Settings mode.
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The charcoal filter change indicator
on the start display will remind you to
replace the charcoal filter approx.
every 6months (see “Cleaning and
care – Replacing the charcoal filters”).
Cleaning mode
Cleaning mode makes it easier to
clean the fridge zone (see “Cleaning
and care”). The interior lighting
remains switched on, even though the
fridge zone is switched off. The buzzer
will stop and the symbols on the
display will also go out.
If Cleaning mode is switched on,
this will be indicated on the start
display.
After cleaning, Cleaning mode must
be switched off. If the appliance door is
closed for more than 10minutes,
Cleaning mode switches itself off
automatically.
Temperature and door alarm
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Health risk caused by
decomposing food.
If the temperature in the freezer
remains above -18°C for a long time,
the frozen food can start to defrost.
This will reduce the storage life of the
food.
Check whether the frozen food has
started to defrost. If it has, check that
the food is safe to use and if it is,
then use it as soon as possible or
cook it before freezing it again.
Temperature alarm
The refrigeration appliance has been
fitted with a temperature alarm so that
the temperature in the freezer zone
cannot rise unnoticed.
If the temperature in the freezer zone
becomes too warm,
will be shown in
the freezer zone temperature display.
An alarm will also sound until the cause
of the alarm is rectified or the alarm is
switched off.
The temperature the refrigeration
appliance is set at determines the
temperature the appliance recognises
as being too warm.
A temperature alarm is displayed
before an existing door alarm.
The audible and visual signals may be
activated in the following situations:
- You switch on the refrigeration
appliance and the temperature in a
temperature zone differs greatly
from the set temperature.
- Too much warm ambient air enters
the freezer when you are
rearranging or taking out frozen
food.
- You are freezing large amounts of
food at once.
- You are freezing warm food.
- There was a power cut.
- The refrigeration appliance has a
fault.
Before you switch the temperature
alarm off, you must determine the
cause and rectify it.
If the alarm annoys you, it can be turned
off early.
Touch OK.
The alarm message is confirmed:
goes out and the alarm stops.
The start screen appears in the display:
the warmest temperature recorded in
the freezer section will flash for about
1minute in the display. Then the
temperature display will change to the
current temperature in the freezer
section.
The alarm will stop. The
symbol will
go out when the temperature reaches
the correct level again.
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Door alarm
The refrigeration appliance is fitted
with a door alarm to avoid increased
energy consumption and food
becoming warm if the door is left
open.
If an appliance door is left open for a
longer period of time,
will appear on
the relevant temperature display. An
alarm will also sound.
You can change the time before the
door alarm is triggered. However, the
door alarm can also be turned off (see
“Selecting further settings”).
The alarm will stop and
will go out
on the display as soon as the door is
closed.
Switching the door alarm off early
If the alarm disturbs you, it can be
turned off early.
Touch OK.
The alarm will stop and the
symbol
will go out.
If the appliance door is not closed, the
alarm repeats after 3minutes.
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Risk of explosion due to
flammable mixes of gases.
Electrical components can cause
flammable mixes of gases to ignite.
Do not store explosive materials in
the refrigeration appliance or any
products containing propellants (e.g.
spray cans). The spray cans in
question can be identified by the
contents printed on the can or by a
flame symbol. Electrical components
can cause escaping gases to ignite.
Risk of damage due to greasy or
oily foods.
If storing food which contains a lot of
fat or oil in the refrigeration appliance
or the appliance door, make sure that
it does not come into contact with
plastic components as this could
cause stress cracks or break the
plastic.
Make sure that no fat or oil leaks onto
the plastic parts of the refrigeration
appliance.
If there is insufficient air circulation,
the cooling performance will
decrease and energy consumption
will increase.
To allow air to circulate efficiently, do
not pack food too closely together in
the appliance.
Do not cover the fan in the rear wall
of the appliance.
Different storage zones
Due to natural air circulation, there are
different temperature regions in the
refrigerator section.
Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest
section of the refrigeration section.
Make use of the different zones when
placing food in the appliance.
This refrigeration appliance has
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 in the refrigerator
section is at the top in the front area
and in the door. Use this for storing
butter and cheese.
Coldest area
The coldest area in the fridge zone is
directly above the DailyFresh drawer
and at the back of the appliance.
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.
Therefore, you should use these areas to
store all delicate and highly perishable
food, including:
- Fish, meat, poultry
- Cold cuts, ready meals
- Dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream
- Fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza or
quiche dough
- Raw milk cheese and other raw milk
products
- Hummus, vegetable spreads, plant-
based cream cheese substitutes
- Pre-packed vegetables
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- Other fresh food (with a label stating it
should be kept at a temperature of
approx. 4°C)
Tip: Store food in such a way that it
does not touch the rear wall of the
fridge zone. Otherwise it could freeze to
the rear wall.
Food which is not suitable for
storage in the refrigerator
section
Not all food is suitable for refrigeration
at temperatures below 5°C, because it
may be sensitive to cold. Depending on
the type of food, the appearance,
consistency, flavour and/or vitamin
content may be altered if stored at too
cold a temperature.
Food which is sensitive to cold includes:
- Pineapples, avocados, bananas,
pomegranates, mangoes, melons,
papayas, passionfruit, citrus fruit such
as lemons, oranges, mandarins,
grapefruit
- Fruit (which is not yet ripe)
- Aubergines, cucumbers, potatoes,
peppers, tomatoes, courgettes
- Hard cheeses (e.g. Parmesan,
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 fridge
zone is in packaging or covered properly
(some exceptions apply in the
DailyFresh drawer).
This will prevent food odours from
affecting other food, stop food from
drying out and also prevent any cross-
contamination of bacteria. This is
particularly important when storing
meat products. Make sure that food
such as raw meat and fish in particular
does not come into contact with other
food.
By ensuring that the temperature
settings are correct and by taking
appropriate hygiene measures, you
can prolong the storage life of your
food considerably. This prevents food
waste.
Protein-rich food
Please note that food rich in protein
deteriorates faster than other types of
food. Shellfish, for example, deteriorates
faster than fish, and fish deteriorates
faster than meat.
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The DailyFresh drawer provides good
storage conditions for fruit and
vegetables.
The humidity level in the DailyFresh
drawer can also be regulated to suit the
food being stored. Food retains its own
moisture if stored at a higher humidity
and so does not dry out as quickly. The
temperature is approximately equivalent
to the temperature in the fridge zone.
Remember that the fresher the food
when placed in the appliance, the
longer it will stay fresh.
Adjusting the humidity level in the
DailyFresh drawer for fruit and
vegetables
The moisture level greatly depends on
the type and quantity of food being
stored, if stored unwrapped.
If the quantity of food being stored in
this compartment is small, the
humidity level may be too low.
Tip: If you are only storing a small
amount of food, wrap it in airtight
packaging.
Selecting low humidity
The appliance is delivered with
increased humidity and the
compartment cover pushed
backwards .
Only change this position if the
DailyFresh drawer is excessively
humid:
Open the DailyFresh drawer.
Pull the compartment cover forwards
as far as it will go.
The compartment cover is open and the
humidity drops .
Selecting increased humidity
Open the DailyFresh drawer.
Slide the compartment cover
backwards as far as it will go.
The compartment cover is closed and
the humidity remains in the
compartment .
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Observe the following tips if you find that food you have stored does not keep
well (e.g. food becomes limp or wilts after only being stored for a short time):
Only place fresh food in the appliance. The initial condition of the food is crucial
to maintaining freshness.
Clean the DailyFresh drawer before storing food in it.
Very wet food should be dried off before storing it.
Do not store food which is sensitive to cold in the DailyFresh drawer (see
“Storing food in the fridge zone – Food which is not suitable for storage in the
fridge zone”).
Set the compartment cover to the correct position for the food being stored
(humidity not increased or humidity increased ).
An increased humidity level in the humidity-controlled compartment is
achieved with the moisture present in the food being stored if it is stored
unwrapped. The more food stored in the compartment, the higher the humidity.
If too much moisture collects in the compartment at the setting and the food
is affected, dry the floor and place a rack or similar item in the compartment so
that excess moisture can drip down. Alternatively, reduce the humidity by
pulling the compartment cover forwards.
If the humidity level is too low despite the setting, wrap the food in airtight
packaging.
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Freezing fresh food
Health risk caused by
decomposing food.
If the temperature in the freezer
remains above -18°C for a long time,
the frozen food can start to defrost.
This will reduce the storage life of the
food.
Check whether the frozen food has
started to defrost. If it has, check that
the food is safe to use and if it is,
then use it as soon as possible or
cook it before freezing it again.
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible. This way the nutritional
value of the food, its vitamin content,
appearance and taste are not impaired.
If food is frozen quickly, the cells have
less time to lose moisture, so they
shrink significantly less. As there is not
so much moisture loss, it is easier for
the food to reabsorb it during the
defrosting process, and very little water
collects around the defrosted food.
Maximum freezing capacity
To ensure that fresh food placed in the
freezer freezes through to the core as
quickly as possible, the maximum
freezing capacity must not be exceeded.
The maximum freezing capacity for
freezing within a 24-hour period is given
on the data plate: “Freezing
capacity...kg/24hrs”.
Storing frozen food
When buying frozen food to store in
your freezer, check:
- That the packaging is not damaged
- The use-by date
- That the temperature at which the
frozen food is being stored in the shop
is -18°C or colder
Where possible, transport frozen food
in an insulated bag and then store it
quickly in the refrigeration appliance.
Home freezing
Before placing food in the freezer
When freezing more than 2kg of fresh
food, switch on the SuperFreeze
function for 6hours before placing
the food in the freezer.
When freezing even larger amounts of
food, switch on the SuperFreeze
function for 24hours before
placing the food in the freezer.
This helps the frozen food which is
already stored in the freezer to stay
frozen.
Only freeze fresh food which is in a
good condition.
Please note that some food is not
suitable for freezing. These include, for
example, vegetables that are usually
eaten raw, such as lettuce or radishes.
Tip: To retain colour, taste, aroma and
vitamin C, vegetables should be
blanched before they are frozen. To do
so, place vegetables portion by portion
into boiling water for 2–3minutes. Then
remove and plunge the vegetables into
ice-cold water to cool quickly. Leave the
vegetables to drain.
Packaging food for freezing
Freeze food in portions.
Tip: Use suitable packaging to avoid
freezer burn (such as freezer
containers).
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Expel as much air as possible from
the packaging and close it tightly.
Make a note of the contents and the
date of freezing on the packaging.
Placing frozen food in the freezer
Risk of damage caused by
loading too much food.
Loading food which is too heavy can
cause damage to the freezer
drawers/glass shelves.
Do not exceed the relevant maximum
load size:
Freezer drawer = 15kg
Glass shelf = 35kg
Unfrozen food should not touch
frozen food as this will cause the
frozen food to begin to thaw.
To prevent food sticking together
when frozen, make sure that the
packaging and containers are dry.
To ensure that food freezes through to
the core quickly, do not exceed the
following packaging and container
sizes:
- Fruit and vegetables: max. 1kg
- Meat: max. 2.5kg
–Freezing small amounts of food
Place the food in the upper freezer
drawers.
Place the food flat in the bottom of
the upper freezer drawers so that it
freezes through to the core as quickly
as possible.
–VarioRoom: freezing the maximum
amount of food (see data plate)
If the ventilation slots are blocked,
the cooling performance will
decrease and energy consumption
will increase.
When placing food in the freezer,
make sure that the ventilation slots
are not blocked.
Tip: You can expand the space available
in the freezer section. If you wish to
freeze large frozen food such as a turkey
or game, the glass shelves between the
freezer drawers can be removed.
Remove the upper freezer drawers.
Place the food flat on the upper glass
shelves so that it freezes through to
the core as quickly as possible.
Once frozen:
Switch the SuperFreeze function
off.
Place the frozen food in the freezer
drawers and push them back in.
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Storage time for frozen food
Food group Storage time
(Months)
Ice cream 2to6
Bread, baked goods 2to6
Cheese 2to4
Fish, oily 1to2
Fish, lean 1to5
Sausage, ham 1to3
Game, pork 1to12
Poultry, beef 2to10
Vegetables, fruit 6to18
Herbs 6to10
The storage times given are guidelines only.
For standard freezing results, follow the
advice on packaging.
By keeping the freezer zone at a
constant temperature of -18°C and
taking appropriate hygiene measures
you can maximise the storage life of
your food and avoid food waste.
Cooling drinks quickly
To cool drinks quickly in the refrigerator
section, switch on the SuperCool
function.
If you want to cool a large amount of
drinks, or if you want to cool drinks in
the freezer section, select Party mode
in Settings mode.
When cooling drinks quickly in the
freezer, make sure bottles are not left in
for more than one hour. Otherwise they
could burst.
Using accessories
Making ice cubes
Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 full with
water and place it on the bottom of
one of the freezer drawers.
Once frozen, use a blunt instrument,
for example a spoon handle, to
remove the ice cube tray from the
freezer if it is stuck.
Tip: Ice cubes can be removed easily
from the tray by twisting the tray gently
or by holding it under cold running water
for a short time.
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Refrigerator section and
DailyFresh drawer
The refrigerator section and the
DailyFresh drawer defrost automatically.
Condensate and frost can build up on
the back wall of the refrigerator section
whilst the compressor is running. You
do not need to remove this.
The condensate drains through a
channel and drain hole into an
evaporation system at the back of the
refrigeration appliance. The warmth
generated by the compressor causes
the condensate to evaporate
automatically.
Keep the condensate channel and
drain hole clean to enable this.
Condensate must be able to drain
away unhindered at all times.
Freezer zone
The appliance is equipped with a
“NoFrost” system. The refrigeration
appliance defrosts automatically.
The moisture generated in the appliance
collects on the condenser and is
automatically defrosted and dissipated
from time to time.
This automatic defrosting system
enables the freezer to remain
permanently ice-free. Food stored in the
freezer will not defrost with this system.
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The data plate located inside the
interior cabinet of the refrigeration
appliance must not be removed. It
contains information which is required
in the event of a fault.
Do not let water get into the
electronic unit or the lighting.
Risk of damage due to moisture
ingress.
The steam from a steam cleaner can
damage plastic and electrical
components.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
the refrigeration appliance.
Cleaning water must not get into the
drain hole.
Cleaning agents
Cleaning and conditioning agents
used in the interior cabinet of the
refrigeration appliance must be food
safe.
To avoid damaging the surfaces of the
appliance, do not use the following:
- Cleaning agents containing soda,
ammonia, acids or chlorides
- Cleaning agents containing descaling
agents
- Abrasive cleaning agents (e.g.
scouring powder, scouring liquid or
pumice stones)
- Cleaning agents containing solvents
- Stainless steel cleaners
- Dishwasher cleaner
- Oven sprays
- Glass cleaning agents
- Hard, abrasive sponges and brushes
(e.g. pot scourers)
- Eraser stain remover blocks
- Sharp metal scrapers
We recommend using a clean sponge
and lukewarm water with a little
washing-up liquid to clean the surfaces
of the appliance.
Preparing the refrigeration
appliance for cleaning
Cleaning the refrigerator section only:
Switch Cleaning mode on. The
cooling system in the refrigerator
section is switched off, but the interior
lighting remains switched on.
In Settings mode, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Touch OK.
When Cleaning mode is switched
on, a dot appears in the upper corner of
the display
.
If Cleaning mode is switched on,
this will be indicated on the start
display.
Take any food out of the refrigerator
section and store it in a cool place.
Take out any removable accessories
for cleaning (see “Removing,
dismantling and cleaning
accessories”).
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Cleaning the freezer section/the entire
refrigeration appliance:
Switch the refrigeration appliance off.
appears in the display and the cooling
system is switched off.
Take any food out of the freezer
section/refrigeration appliance and
store it in a cool place.
Take out any removable accessories
for cleaning (see “Removing,
dismantling and cleaning
accessories”).
Cleaning the inside of the
appliance
The refrigeration appliance should be
cleaned regularly (at least once a
month).
If soiling is left on for any length of
time, it may become impossible to
remove under certain circumstances.
Surfaces may suffer discolouration or
damage.
It is therefore best to remove any
soiling immediately.
Clean the interior with a clean
sponge, lukewarm water and a little
washing-up liquid.
After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a soft cloth.
Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole frequently using a cotton
swab or similar item to ensure that
condensate can drain away freely.
Leave the door open to air the
refrigeration appliance sufficiently for
a short while and to prevent odour
build-up.
Cleaning accessories by hand
or in the dishwasher
The following components must be
cleaned by hand only:
- The stainless steel trim
- Adjustable shelf with printing
- All drawers and compartment lids
(these vary depending on model)
- The flexible bottle rack (available as an
optional accessory)
- Organisation box (available as an
optional accessory)
The following components are
dishwasher-safe:
Risk of damage due to high
dishwasher temperatures.
Parts of the refrigeration appliance
may become unusable, e.g. deform, if
they are washed in the dishwasher at
more than 55°C.
For dishwasher-safe components,
always select dishwasher
programmes with a maximum
temperature of 55°C.
Contact with natural dyes from
carrots, tomatoes and ketchup, etc.,
may discolour the plastic parts in the
dishwasher. This discolouration does
not affect the stability of the parts.
- The bottle holder, egg tray, ice cube
tray
- The door and bottle shelves in the
appliance door (without stainless
steel trim)
- Adjustable shelves (without the trim
or printing)
- The glass shelves (without protective
trims)
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- Organisation box (available as an
optional accessory)
- The holder for the charcoal filter
(available as an optional accessory)
Removing and dismantling
accessories for cleaning
Dismantling the door shelf/bottle shelf
Remove the stainless steel trim before
cleaning the door shelf/bottle shelf in
the dishwasher.
To remove the stainless steel trim,
proceed as follows:
Place the door shelf/bottle shelf on
the worktop.
Pull the trim off the shelf beginning at
one side.
After cleaning the door shelf/bottle
shelf, reattach the trim.
Dismantling an adjustable shelf
Before cleaning the shelf remove the
plastic trim and protective strip at the
back of the shelf as follows:
Place the shelf on a worktop covered
with a soft material (e.g. on a tea
towel).
First pull the plastic trim off, starting
from one side.
Then pull the protective strip off.
After cleaning the shelf reattach the
plastic trim and the protective strip.
Removing a drawer
Pull the drawer forwards and out.
After cleaning, slide the drawer back
in again.
Removing the dividing plate
Remove the dividing plate.
After cleaning, slide the dividing plate
back in again.
Removing the compartment cover
Lift the cover at the front and pull it
out.
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After cleaning, slide the compartment
cover back in again.
Removing the drawers and glass
shelves from the freezer section
Pull the drawer forwards a little and
out.
Pull the glass shelf forwards a little
and out.
Inserting the glass shelves and
drawers into the freezer section
Place the glass shelf on the guide rails
at an angle.
Push in and lower the glass shelf.
Place the drawer on the guide rails at
an angle.
Push in and lower the drawer.
Replacing the charcoal filters (optional
accessory)
Replace the charcoal filters in the holder
every 6months.
The symbol in the start display
reminds you to replace the charcoal
filter.
Replacement KKF-RF charcoal filters
can be obtained from the Miele
Customer Service Department, from
your dealer or from Miele’s website.
Pull the charcoal filter holder upwards
to remove it from the adjustable shelf.
When in position, the charcoal filters
must not touch the rear wall of the
refrigeration appliance as the
moisture could cause them to stick
to it.
Insert the new charcoal filters deep
enough in the holder to ensure that
they do not protrude over the edge of
the holder.
Remove both charcoal filters and
place the new filters with the
surrounding edge pointing
downwards in the holder.
Place the holder in the middle of the
rear protective strip of any adjustable
shelf, so that it clicks into position.
Touch the OKsensor control to
confirm that the filters have been
replaced.
The “Replace charcoal filter” reminder
will go out on the display and the
counter will be reset.
The symbol will go out on the start
display.
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Cleaning the front of the
appliance and the side panels
If soiling is left on for any length of
time, it may become impossible to
remove. Surfaces may suffer
discolouration or damage.
Therefore, it is best to remove soiling
from the appliance front and side
panels immediately.
All surfaces are susceptible to
scratching. Contact with unsuitable
cleaning agents can alter or discolour
the surfaces.
See the information on “Cleaning
agents” at the beginning of this
section.
Clean the surfaces with a clean
sponge and a solution of warm water
and washing-up liquid. A clean, damp
microfibre cloth without cleaning
agent can also be used.
After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a soft cloth.
Cleaning the door seal
Risk of damage as a result of
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 seal.
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).
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After cleaning
Replace all shelves and accessories in
the refrigeration appliance.
Switch the refrigeration appliance
back on, if necessary.
If you have activated the refrigerator
section’s Cleaning mode:
Touch the OKsensor control on the
control panel.
will appear in the display.
TouchOK.
When Cleaning mode is switched
off, the dot in the upper corner of the
display disappears.
Use the and sensor controls to
scroll to the symbol and touch OK.
The refrigerator section will start cooling
again.
Switch the SuperFreeze function
on for a while so that the freezer
section can cool down quickly.
Switch on the SuperCool function
for a while so that the refrigerator
section can cool down quickly.
Place food in the refrigerator section.
Once the freezer has reached the
required temperature, place the
frozen food back in the freezer
drawers and put them back in the
freezer.
Switch the SuperFreeze function
off as soon as the temperature in the
freezer is a constant -18°C or colder.
Close the appliance doors.
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61
Many malfunctions and faults that can occur in daily operation can be easily
remedied. You can save time and money in many cases, as you do not need to call
the Miele Customer Service Department.
Information to help you rectify faults yourself can be found at www.miele.com/
service.
The following tables are designed to help you to find the cause of a malfunction or a
fault and to resolve it.
To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door
while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.
Problem Cause and remedy
The refrigeration appli-
ance is not getting cold
and the interior lighting
does not come on when
the appliance door is
opened.
The refrigeration appliance is not switched on and the
symbol is lit up on the display.
Switch the refrigeration appliance on.
The plug is not inserted in the socket correctly.
Insert the plug into the socket. If the refrigeration
appliance is switched off, will appear on the
display.
The mains fuse has tripped. There could be a fault
with the refrigeration appliance, the household
electrical wiring or another electrical appliance.
Contact a qualified electrician or the Miele
Customer Service Department.
The compressor runs
continuously.
This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressor
runs at a lower speed, but for longer, when less
cooling is required.
The compressor is
switching on more fre-
quently and for longer
periods of time. The
temperature in the refri-
geration appliance is too
low.
The ventilation gaps have been covered or become
too dusty.
Do not block the ventilation gaps.
Dust the ventilation gaps regularly.
The appliance doors have been opened too frequently,
or a large amount of fresh food has been put in all at
once for storage or freezing.
Only open the appliance doors when necessary and
for as short a time as possible.
After a while, the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
The appliance doors are not closed properly. A thick
layer of ice may have formed in the freezer section.
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Problem Cause and remedy
Close the appliance doors.
After a while, the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
If a thick layer of ice has already formed, this will
affect cooling and increase energy consumption.
Defrost the refrigeration appliance and clean it.
The ambient temperature is too high. The higher the
ambient temperature, the longer the compressor runs.
See the information in “Installation – Installation
site”.
The refrigeration appliance was not properly installed
in the niche.
Install the refrigeration appliance in the niche as
described in the installation instructions supplied
with it.
The temperature setting in the refrigeration appliance
is too low.
Correct the temperature setting.
A large amount of food is being frozen at once.
See “Freezing and storing food”.
The SuperCool function is still switched on.
Switch off the SuperCool function earlier to save
energy.
The SuperFreeze function is still switched on.
Switch off the SuperFreeze function earlier to
save energy.
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Problem Cause and remedy
The compressor comes
on less and less often
and for shorter periods
of time. The temperature
in the refrigeration appli-
ance rises.
This is not a fault. The temperature setting is too high.
Correct the temperature setting.
Check the temperature again after 24hours.
The frozen food begins to defrost.
The ambient temperature is too low for this
refrigeration appliance.
If the ambient temperature is too low, the compressor
will run less frequently. This may cause the freezer
section to become too warm.
See the information in “Installation – Installation
site”.
Increase the ambient temperature.
Ice or condensation has
built up inside the refri-
geration appliance. The
appliance door may not
close correctly.
The door seal has come out of its groove.
Check that the door seal is correctly positioned in
the groove.
The door seal is damaged.
Check whether the door seal is damaged.
The door seal is dam-
aged or needs to be re-
placed.
No tools are required to change the door seal.
Change the door seal. A replacement is available
from Miele or from specialist retailers.
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Other problems
Problem Cause and remedy
The floor of the refriger-
ator section is wet.
The condensate drain hole is blocked.
Clean the condensate channel and drain hole.
Food has frozen to-
gether.
The food packaging was not dry when placed in the
freezer.
Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon handle or
plastic scraper, to prise it apart carefully.
There is no audible alarm
even though the door
has been open for a long
time.
This is not a fault. The alarm has been switched off in
Settings mode. If you want to switch the audible alarm
back on again:
Tap OK.
will appear in the display.
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Tap OK.
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the
symbol.
Tap OK.
Use the and sensor controls to select the
volume you want for alarms and buzzers.
Tap OK.
When the alarms and buzzers are switched on, will
appear.
Display warnings
Message Cause and remedy
lights up on the dis-
play, the refrigeration
appliance does not get
cold even though the
controls and the interior
lighting are working.
Demo mode has been activated.
Touch OK.
Miele will appear initially in the display, followed by the
start screen.
Touch OK.
In Settings mode, use the or sensor control
to scroll to the symbol.
Touch OK.
After demo mode has been switched off, the
refrigeration appliance switches off and must be
switched on again.
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Message Cause and remedy
is lit up on the dis-
play and the refrigeration
appliance cannot be
used.
The Cleaning mode function is still switched on.
Touch the OKsensor control on the control panel to
switch off Cleaning mode.
will appear in the display.
TouchOK.
When Cleaning mode is switched off, the dot in
the upper corner of the display goes out.
Use the or sensor control to scroll to the
symbol and touch OK.
The refrigeration appliance will start cooling again.
Nothing is visible on the
display. The display is
completely blank.
Sabbath mode is switched on: the interior lighting is
switched off and the refrigeration appliance is cooling
down.
TouchOK.
will appear in the display.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is switched on, a
dot appears in the upper corner of the display
.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is switched off,
the dot in the upper corner of the display goes out.
is lit up on the display
and the appliance can-
not be used.
The lock function has been activated.
Unlock the refrigeration appliance temporarily or
switch the lock function off completely (see
“Selecting further settings – Deactivating the lock
function/ temporarily/switching off
completely”).
The symbol lights up
in the start display and a
buzzer sounds.
The charcoal filter replacement indicator in the
start display reminds you to replace the charcoal filter.
Replace the charcoal filter in the holder (see
“Cleaning and care – Replacing the charcoal filters
(optional accessory)”) and confirm that the charcoal
filter has been replaced by touching the OKsensor
control.
The symbol will go out on the start display.
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Message Cause and remedy
lights up yellow in
one of the temperature
displays and an alarm
also sounds.
The door alarm has been activated.
TapOK.
The alarm will stop and the
symbol will go out.
Close the relevant appliance door.
lights up in the
freezer section temper-
ature display and an
alarm also sounds.
The temperature alarm has been activated; the
temperature in the freezer section has risen higher or
fallen lower than the temperature set.
Possible reasons for this include:
– The appliance door has been opened too
frequently.
– A large quantity of fresh food has been placed in
the freezer without switching on the
SuperFreeze function.
– A prolonged power cut (mains outage) has
occurred.
– The refrigeration appliance has a fault.
TouchOK.
The alarm message is confirmed:
goes out and the
alarm stops.
The warmest temperature recorded in the freezer
section will flash for about 1minute in the display.
Then the temperature display will change to the
current temperature in the freezer section.
You can exit from the flashing temperature display
early:
TouchOK.
The warmest temperature displayed will disappear.
The display will then revert to showing the current
temperature in the freezer.
Rectify the cause of the alarm.
Depending on the temperature displayed, you
should check whether food in the freezer has started
to thaw or has defrosted. If it has, it should be used
as soon as possible. Defrosted food may only be re-
frozen after it has been cooked.
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Message Cause and remedy
lights up in the dis-
play and an alarm also
sounds.
Indication of an interruption to the power supply: the
temperature in the freezer section over the last few
days or hours has risen too high because of a power
cut or interruption to the power supply.
Touch OK.
The fault message is confirmed:
goes out and the alarm will stop.
The warmest temperature recorded in the freezer
section will flash for about 1minute in the temperature
display for the freezer section. Then the temperature
display will change to the current temperature in the
freezer section.
You can exit from the flashing temperature display
early:
Touch OK.
The warmest temperature displayed will disappear.
The display will then revert to showing the current
temperature in the freezer. The appliance will go back
to the last temperature setting when the power is
back on.
Rectify the cause of the alarm.
Depending on the temperature displayed, you
should check whether food in the freezer has started
to thaw or has defrosted. If it has, it should be used
as soon as possible. Defrosted food may only be re-
frozen after it has been cooked.
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Message Cause and remedy
lights up in the dis-
play and a fault code F
with numbers may ap-
pear. An alarm will also
sound.
There is a fault.
Switch the alarm off by tapping OK.
Contact the Miele Customer Service Department.
To report the fault, you need the fault code and also
the model identifier and serial number of your
refrigeration appliance. You can access this
information in the display:
TapOK.
The appliance data required will be shown on the
display.
TapOK.
To switch off the refrigeration appliance, use the
or sensor control to scroll to the symbol.
To exit the information display, use the or
sensor control to scroll to the symbol.
TapOK.
There is an appliance fault: this display always has
priority over any settings which have just been
selected.
An appliance fault has priority over any current door
and/or temperature alarms displayed.
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Interior lighting
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 may only be repaired or
replaced by the Miele Customer Service Department.
Risk of injury from LED lighting.
This lighting corresponds to risk group RG2. If the cover is defective, there is a
risk of eye injury.
If the lighting cover is defective, do not look from a close range directly into the
lighting with optical instruments (e.g. magnifying glass or similar).
Problem Cause and remedy
The interior lighting is
not working.
The refrigeration appliance has not been switched on.
Switch the refrigeration appliance on.
Sabbath mode is switched on: the display is dark
and the refrigeration appliance is cooling.
TouchOK.
will appear in the display.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is switched on, a
dot appears in the upper corner of the display
.
Touch OK.
When the Sabbath mode function is switched off,
the dot in the upper corner of the display goes out.
To avoid overheating, the lighting switches itself off
automatically after approx. 15minutes if the appliance
door is left open. If this is not the case, then there is a
fault.
Call the Miele Customer Service Department.
Noises
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The refrigeration appliance is producing various noises during operation.
If the cooling performance is low, the refrigeration appliance will conserve energy
but operate for longer. The volume will be lower.
Food will be chilled faster if the cooling performance is high.
The volume will be higher.
Normal
noises
What is causing them?
Hissing Refrigerant is being injected into the cooling circuit.
Bubbling,
gurgling,
splashing
Refrigerant is circulating through the pipes.
Humming The refrigeration appliance is cooling.
Clicking The thermostat is switching the compressor on or off.
Humming,
whirring
The fan is running.
Automatic door opening is opening or closing the appliance door.
Cracking Materials are expanding inside the refrigeration appliance.
Rattling Valves or flaps are active.
Buzzing
(refrigeration
appliances
with water
container)
Water is being pumped out of the water container.
Slurping
(refrigeration
appliances
with soft-close
mechanism)
The appliance door with soft-close mechanism is being opened
or closed.
Please bear in mind that a certain amount of noise is unavoidable (from the
compressor and the refrigerant circulating through the cooling circuit).
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Noises Cause and remedy
Vibrating, rattling,
clinking
The refrigeration appliance is uneven. Use a level to
check and adjust the alignment of the refrigeration
appliance 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 bottles or
containers slightly.
The transport cable clips (depending on the model) are
hanging loose at the back of the appliance. Remove the
transport cable clips.
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Information to help you rectify faults
yourself and about Miele spare parts
can be found at www.miele.com/
service.
Contact in the event of a fault
In the event of a fault which you cannot
remedy yourself, please contact your
Miele dealer or Miele Customer Service.
You can book a Miele Customer
Service call-out online at
www.miele.com/service.
Contact information for Miele
Customer Service can be found at the
end of this document.
Please quote the model identifier and
serial number of your appliance (SN)
when contacting Miele Customer
Service. Both numbers can be found on
the data plate inside the refrigeration
appliance or, depending on the model,
in Settings mode under Information.
EPREL database
Since 1 March 2021, information on
energy labelling and ecodesign
requirements has been available in the
European Product Database (EPREL).
You can find the product database at
the following link https://
eprel.ec.europa.eu/. You will be asked to
enter the model identifier.
The model identifier can be found on the
data plate inside the refrigeration
appliance or, depending on the model,
in Settings mode under Information.
SN-ST
R600a:
XXXXXX
Nr. XX/ XXXXXXXXX.
XXX l
XXg
Warranty
For information on the appliance
warranty specific to your country please
contact Miele. See back cover for
address.
In the UK, your appliance warranty is
valid for 2 years from the date of
purchase. However, you must activate
your cover by calling 0330 160 6640 or
registering online at www.miele.co.uk.
United Kingdom
Miele Co. Ltd., Fairacres, Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TW
Tel: 0330 160 6600, Internet: www.miele.co.uk, E-mail: [email protected]
Australia
Miele Australia Pty. Ltd.
ACN 005 635 398
ABN 96 005 635 398
Level 4, 141 Camberwell Road
Hawthorn East, VIC 3123
Tel: 1300 464 353
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.miele.com.au
Miele Electrical Appliances Co., Ltd.
1-3 Floor, No. 82 Shi Men Yi Road
Jing' an District
200040 Shanghai, PRC
Tel: +86 21 6157 3500
Fax: +86 21 6157 3511
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.miele.cn
China Mainland
Miele (Hong Kong) Ltd.
41/F - 4101, Manhattan Place
23 Wang Tai Road
Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2610 1025
Fax: (852) 3579 1404
E-mail:
Website: www.miele.hk
Hong Kong, China
Miele India Pvt. Ltd.
1st Floor, Copia Corporate Suites,
Commercial Plot 9, Mathura Road,
Jasola, New Delhi - 110025
E-mail: customercare@miele.in
Website: www.miele.in
India
Miele Ireland Ltd.
2024 Bianconi Avenue
Citywest Business Campus
Dublin 24
Tel: (01) 461 07 10
Fax: (01) 461 07 97
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.miele.ie
Ireland
Malaysia
Miele Sdn Bhd
Suite 12-2, Level 12
Menara Sapura Kencana
Petroleum
Solaris Dutamas No. 1
Jalan Dutamas 1
50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone: +603-6209-0288
Fax: +603-6205-3768
Miele New Zealand Limited
IRD 98 463 631
8 College Hill
Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011
Tel: 0800 464 353
Internet: www.miele.co.nz
New Zealand
Miele Pte. Ltd.
29 Media Circle
#11-04 ALICE@Mediapolis
Singapore 138565
Tel: +65 6735 1191
Fax: +65 6735 1161
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.miele.sg
Singapore
Miele (Pty) Ltd.
63 Peter Place, Bryanston 2194
Tel: (011) 875 9000
Fax: (011) 875 9035
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.miele.co.za
South Africa
Miele Appliances Ltd.
Showroom 1, Eiffel 1 Building
P.O. Box 114782 - Dubai
Tel. +971 4 3044 999
Fax. +971 4 3418 852
800-MIELE (64353)
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.miele.ae
United Arab Emirates
Manufacturer: Miele & Cie. KG, Carl-Miele-Straße 29, 33332 Gütersloh, Germany
Thailand
Miele Appliances Ltd.
BHIRAJ TOWER at EmQuartier
43rd Floor Unit 4301-4303
689 Sukhumvit Road
North Klongton Sub-District
Vadhana District
Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Sheikh Zayed Road, Umm Al Sheif
E-mail: customercare@miele.co.nz
P.O. Box 69434, Bryanston 2021
M.-Nr. 12 359 320 / 03en-GB
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