Operating and Installation Instructions
Fridge-freezer Combination
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions
before installation or use.
en-US M.-Nr. 11 450 680
Contents
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 5
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 14
Saving energy .................................................................................................... 15
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 17
Control panel....................................................................................................... 17
Explanation of symbols ....................................................................................... 18
Accessories ....................................................................................................... 19
Accessories supplied .......................................................................................... 19
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 19
Switching on and off ......................................................................................... 21
Cleaning the refrigerator................................................................................. 21
Operating the appliance...................................................................................... 21
Switching on the appliance ................................................................................. 21
Switching off the appliance................................................................................. 23
Turning off the refrigerator section separately................................................ 23
Turning the refrigerator section back on again............................................... 23
Switching off for longer periods of time .............................................................. 24
The correct temperature................................................................................... 25
...in the refrigerator section and in the PerfectFresh Pro zone ........................... 25
Automatic cold air circulation (DynaCool) ...................................................... 25
...in the Freezer Zone.......................................................................................... 25
Temperature display ............................................................................................ 26
Setting the temperature for the refrigerator/freezer section ................................ 26
Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro zone..................................... 28
Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze ............................................... 29
The automatic SuperCool function ..................................................................... 29
Automatic SuperFreeze function ......................................................................... 30
Temperature and door alarm............................................................................ 32
Temperature alarm............................................................................................... 32
Door alarm........................................................................................................... 33
Selecting additional settings............................................................................ 34
Safety lock ...................................................................................................... 34
Temperature unit (Celsius or Fahrenheit)............................................................. 35
Audible signals............................................................................................... 37
Display brightness .......................................................................................... 38
Sabbath mode ................................................................................................. 39
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Carbon filter replacement indicator................................................................ 40
Storing food in the refrigerator section........................................................... 42
Different storage zones ....................................................................................... 42
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ....................... 43
Notes on buying food.......................................................................................... 44
Storing food correctly.......................................................................................... 44
Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone...................................................... 45
Dry compartment ............................................................................................. 46
Humidity-controlled compartment , /........................................................ 46
Adjusting the interior fittings............................................................................ 48
Adjusting the door shelf/bottle shelf ................................................................... 48
Adjusting the bottle holder .................................................................................. 48
Moving the shelf/shelf with lighting..................................................................... 48
Adjusting the bottle rack ..................................................................................... 49
PerfectFresh Pro zone drawers ........................................................................... 49
Moving the carbon filter ...................................................................................... 50
Freezing and storing food................................................................................. 51
Maximum freezing capacity ................................................................................ 51
What happens when you freeze fresh food?....................................................... 51
Storing frozen food.............................................................................................. 51
Home freezing ..................................................................................................... 52
Adjusting the interior fittings................................................................................ 55
Using accessories ............................................................................................... 55
Making ice cubes .............................................................................................. 56
Ice cube maker with integrated ice cube tray ..................................................... 56
Turning the ice cube maker on/off....................................................................... 57
Making a large quantity of ice cubes .................................................................. 58
Changing the size of the ice cubes ..................................................................... 58
Turning the ice cube maker on/off with the on/off button................................... 59
Automatic defrosting ........................................................................................ 60
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 61
Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 61
Rinsing the ice cube maker................................................................................. 62
Cleaning the ice cube tray................................................................................... 63
Preparing the appliance for cleaning................................................................... 65
Cleaning the interior and accessories ................................................................. 67
Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 68
Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 68
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Starting up the appliance after cleaning ............................................................. 69
Replacing the carbon filters ................................................................................ 69
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 71
Causes of noises ............................................................................................... 82
Customer Service.............................................................................................. 83
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 83
Appliance warranty and product registration ...................................................... 83
Information for dealers ..................................................................................... 84
Demo mode ...................................................................................................... 84
Installation.......................................................................................................... 86
Installation information ........................................................................................ 86
Side-by-side................................................................................................... 86
Installation location ........................................................................................ 86
Ventilation....................................................................................................... 87
Cabinet doors................................................................................................. 88
Before installing the appliance ....................................................................... 92
Installation dimensions........................................................................................ 94
Limiting the opening angle of the appliance doors ............................................. 95
Changing the door hinges................................................................................... 95
Building in the appliance ..................................................................................... 99
Fitting the cabinet doors ................................................................................ 107
Water connection ................................................................................................ 113
Information on the fresh water connection .................................................... 113
Water supply .................................................................................................. 114
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 116
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the
instructions in the chapter on installing the refrigeration appliance,
as well as the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owner.
Appropriate use
This appliance is intended for use in the home and similar
environments.
This appliance is not intended for use outdoors, in damp
environments or in places exposed to rain.
This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and
storing food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food,
freezing fresh food and for making ice.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.
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This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping
cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations, or other
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 resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
This refrigeration appliance may only be used by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised while using
it.
The refrigeration appliance may only be used by these people
without supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe
way and recognize and understand the consequences of incorrect
operation.
Safety with children
To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or
near the appliance.
Ensure that any packing material is disposed of safely and kept
out of the reach of children. DANGER of suffocation!
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Technical safety
The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration
appliance complies with statutory and regulatory requirements..
This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is
combustible, it does not damage the ozone layer and does not
contribute to the greenhouse effect.
The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the
noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the
compressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around
the cooling circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does
not affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance.
When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure
that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Splashes of coolant
can damage the eyes.
In the event of damage:
– Avoid open flames or anything which creates a spark.
– Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the power supply.
– Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for
several minutes.
– Contact Miele Customer Service.
The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the
appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of a combustible
gas/air mixture building up. For every 11g of coolant, at least 1m
3
of
room space is required. The amount of coolant in the refrigeration
appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the
connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data
plate corresponds to the household supply.
Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult
a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
The electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly grounded. It is essential that this standard safety
requirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical
installation tested by a qualified electrician.
Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured
if it has been connected to the electricity supply.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Miele
authorized technician in order to protect the user from harm.
Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply with a power
bar or extension cord. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance.
If moisture gets into electrical components or into the power cord,
it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not operate the machine
in areas where there may be moisture or splashing water (e.g.,
garages, laundry rooms).
This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has
been built in.
The machine must be disconnected from the power supply during
installation, maintenance, and repair work, and installation work on
the fresh water connection. The machine is only completely isolated
from the power supply when:
– the fuses have been switched off, or
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
– the circuit breaker has been removed completely, or
– the power cord has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not on
the power cord when disconnecting it from the power supply.
Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs, or a faulty
fresh water connection can cause considerable danger for the user.
Installation, maintenance, and repairs, installation work on the fresh
water connection, and all repairs on the ice/water outlet must only
ever be carried out by a Miele authorized technician.
The ice cube maker must only be connected to a cold water line.
Any manufacturer's warranty will be void if the appliance is not
repaired by a Miele approved service technician.
Defective components should only be replaced by Miele original
parts. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the
safety of the appliance.
Correct use
The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range
(ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range.
The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate
inside the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient
temperature, e.g. a garage, will lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required
temperature.
WARNING! DANGER of overheating! Do not cover or block the air
vents. This can impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the
power consumption and cause damage to the appliance.
If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance,
make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic
components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store any explosive materials or
products containing flammable propellants (e.g., spray cans) in the
appliance. Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of
gases to ignite.
Risk of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.,
an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance. Risk
of sparking and explosion.
Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or
liquids which could freeze in the freezer section. The cans or bottles
could burst, causing injury or damage.
Risk of injury. Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the
appliance with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food
or to the metal.
Risk of injury. Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and
never place ice cubes or ice pops in your mouth straight from the
freezer section. The very low temperature of the frozen food can
cause frost burn to the lips and tongue.
Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume
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 refrozen
after it has been cooked.
When eating stored food, there is a danger of food poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness
and quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it is
stored. Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage
instructions.
Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from
other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Cleaning and maintenance
Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals.
They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.
Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short
circuit.
Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp
edged or pointed objects to
– remove frost or ice,
– separate frozen foods or remove ice trays.
Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost
it. These can damage the plastic parts.
Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might
cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
Rinse the ice cube maker and the water supply line:
– before using for the first time,
– if the ice cube maker hasn't been used for a long time,
– regularly (at least once a month) if the ice cube maker is
constantly on to remove residual ice (and prevent the water
supply line from becoming blocked), and
– before switching the ice cube maker off for a long time.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Transport
To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
Risk of injury and damage. The refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and must be transported by 2people.
Disposal of your old appliance
Children could become trapped in the machine and could
suffocate.
– Remove the machine doors.
– Remove the drawers.
– Leave the adjustable shelves in the machine so children cannot
climb inside.
DANGER of electric shock!
– Cut the plug off the power cord.
– Cut the power cord off the old appliance.
Dispose of them separately from the appliance.
Ensure that the appliance is not stored in the vicinity of gasoline or
inflammable gases and liquids during and after disposal.
Make sure that the coolant pipework is not damaged during
disposal to avoid uncontrolled leakage of oil and coolant (see data
plate for coolant type).
If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This
will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking
themselves in and endangering their lives.
Splashes of coolant can cause damage to the eyes. Be careful not
to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the coolant channels in the evaporator,
– kinking any pipework,
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
– 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.
The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it
penetrates the airways.
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Caring for the environment
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Disposal of packaging material
The packaging is designed to protect
the appliance from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of children. Return
the packaging to your dealer.
Disposing of your old
appliance
Electronic and electrical 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 your health and to the
environment if disposed of with general
waste or if handled incorrectly. Please
do not, therefore, dispose of your old
appliance with general waste.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal
points to dispose of and recycle
electrical and electronic appliances. By
law, you are solely responsible for
deleting any personal data from the
appliance prior to disposal.
Take care not to damage your
refrigeration appliance’s pipework
before or during transportation to an
authorized collection depot.
This is to ensure that coolant in the
cooling circuit and oil in the compressor
is contained, and will not leak into the
environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance
poses no risk to children while being
stored for disposal. For additional
information, see “IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS” in these operating and
installation instructions.
Saving energy
Normal
energy consumption
Increased
energy consumption
Installation /
Maintenance
In a well-ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly
ventilated room.
Protected from direct
sunlight.
In direct sunlight.
Away from heat sources
(radiator, range/oven).
Near a heat source (radiator,
oven).
Where the ideal room
temperature is approx. 68°F
(20°C).
Where the ambient room
temperature is above 77°F
(25°C).
Air vents uncovered and
dusted regularly.
Where the ventilation
openings are blocked and
full of dust.
Temperature
setting
39°F to 41°F (4°C to 5°C) in
the refrigerator section
The lower the temperature in
the appliance, the higher the
energy consumption.
PerfectFresh Pro zone just
above 32°F (0°C)
0°F (-18°C) in the freezer
section
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Saving energy
Normal
energy consumption
Increased
energy consumption
Use The drawers, and shelves
are arranged as they were
when the appliance was
delivered.
Only open the door when
necessary and for as short a
time as possible. Store food
in an organized way.
Frequent opening of the
door for long periods will
cause a loss of coldness.
The appliance will try to cool
down and the compressor
will run for longer periods.
When shopping, use a
cooler bag and place the
food in the appliance as
soon as possible.
Replace any food removed
as quickly as possible,
before it warms up too
much.
Allow hot food and drinks to
cool down before placing
them in the appliance.
Hot food or food at room
temperature raises the
temperature inside the
refrigeration appliance. The
appliance will try to cool
down and the compressor
will run for longer periods.
Store food well packaged or
covered.
The evaporation or
condensation of liquids in
the refrigerator section will
cause a loss of coldness.
Place frozen food in the
refrigerator section to
defrost.
Do not overfill the appliance
in order to allow the air to
circulate.
Poor air circulation will
cause a loss of coldness.
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Guide to the appliance
Control panel
a
On/Off button
for the whole appliance
b
Optical interface
(for Miele Service only)
c
For selecting the refrigerator or
freezer section
d
For switching the automatic
SuperCool and SuperFreeze
functions on/off
e
For setting the temperature
( for colder);
selection button in settings mode
f
For confirming your selection (OK
button)
g
For setting the temperature
( for warmer);
selection button in settings mode
h
For selecting and deselecting
settings mode
i
For deactivating the temperature/
door alarm
j
Display with temperature and
symbols (symbols only visible in
settings mode, in the event of an
alarm/message; see table for
explanation of symbols)
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Guide to the appliance
Explanation of symbols
Symbol Meaning Function
Safety lock Prevents the user from unintentionally
turning off the appliance, adjusting the
temperature, turning on the automatic
SuperCool/SuperFreeze functions or
entering settings
Ice cube maker For switching the ice cube maker on and
off, setting the water quantity, rinsing the
ice cube maker, setting the cleaning
position of the ice cube tray; flashes when
there is an ice cube maker fault
Audible signals Selection options for the button tone and
the door and temperature alarm tone
Display Brightness
Settings
For adjusting the brightness of the display
Carbon filter
replacement indicator
(Active AirClean)
This function must be activated after
installing a carbon filter; it lights up to
remind you to replace it
PerfectFresh Pro
temperature
For adjusting the temperature in the
PerfectFresh Pro zone
Sabbath Mode For turning Sabbath mode on and off
Power supply Confirms that the appliance is connected to
the electricity supply when it is not
switched on, flashes when there is a power
outage
Alarm
(only visible when the
door or temperature
alarm sounds)
Lights up when there is a door alarm;
flashes when there is a temperature alarm,
power outtage or other fault
Demo mode
(only visible when
Demo mode is active)
For turning off Demo mode
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Accessories
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Accessories supplied
Bottle holder
The non-slip fins of the bottle holder jut
out into the bottle shelf and make
bottles more secure when you open
and close the appliance door.
Butter dish
Egg tray
Cool pack
The cool pack prevents the temperature
in the freezer section from rising too
quickly in the event of a power failure.
This can help prolong the storage life.
The cool pack will be at its most
effective after it has been in the freezer
for approximately 24hours.
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products are available for your
appliance.
Accessories are available to order via
the Miele Webstore, from Miele
directly (see back cover for contact
details) or from your Miele dealer.
Bottle rack
Bottles can be stored horizontally using
the bottle rack to save space.
The bottle rack can be placed at
different positions in the refrigerator
section.
Accessories
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KKF-FF Active AirClean carbon filter
with holder
Carbon filters neutralize unpleasant
odors in the refrigerator section for
improved air quality.
The carbon filter holder clips onto the
protective strip at the back of the shelf
and can be moved as necessary.
Now activate the carbon filter
replacement indicator in Settings mode
(see “Selecting additional settings” -
“Carbon filter replacement
indicator”).
KKF-RF
ActiveAirClean replacement filters
Replacement filters to fit the Active
AirClean holder are available. We
recommend replacing the carbon filters
every 6months.
Switching on and off
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Before first use
Packaging material
Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
Protective film
The stainless steel trim on the interior
shelves and door shelves in the
appliance has a layer of protective film
to prevent scratching in transit.
Remove this protective film once the
appliance has been installed.
Cleaning the refrigerator
Please refer to the relevant
instructions in “Cleaning and care”.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.
Operating the appliance
A light touch on the sensors is all that is
required to operate this appliance.
A tone will sound each time a sensor is
touched. You can deactivate this if you
wish (see “Selecting additional settings
- Audible signals”).
Switching on the appliance
Once the appliance is connected to the
electricity supply, the power supply
symbol will soon appear on the
display.
Touch the On/Off button.
The power connection symbol goes
out and the appliance starts to cool
down.
The sensor buttons for the available
zones will appear on the control panel:
The zone sensor button is highlighted in
yellow and the current temperature in
this zone appears on the display.
Switching on and off
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When the door is opened, the interior
lighting comes on and the LED lighting
on the shelves becomes brighter until it
reaches its maximum brightness.
When the appliance is switched on for
the first time, the sensor button for the
Freezer Zone and the alarm symbol
flash until the set freezer temperature is
reached.
As soon as the set freezer temperature
is reached, the sensor button for the
Freezer Zone lights up (continuous light)
and the alarm symbol goes out.
To enable the temperature to get
sufficiently cold inside the appliance,
allow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it. Do not
place food in the Freezer Zone until it
has reached the required coldness (at
least 0°F/-18°C).
Individual settings can be set for each
zone.
Touch the sensor button for the zone
in which you want to adjust the
settings.
The selected sensor button will light up
yellow.
The Automatic SuperCool function can
be selected or the temperature can be
adjusted for the Fridge Zone.
The SuperCool function can be
selected or the temperature can be
adjusted for the Freezer Zone.
Please refer to the relevant sections for
more information.
If another zone is then selected, the
settings for the previously selected
zone will remain unchanged.
Switching on and off
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Switching off the appliance
Touch the On/Off sensor.
If this does not work, the safety lock
is activated.
The temperature shown on the display
will go out and the power connection
symbol appears.
The interior lighting goes out and
cooling is switched off.
Turning off the refrigerator section
separately
The refrigerator section can be turned
off without having to turn off the freezer
section. This is, for example, useful
when you go on vacation.
Touch the sensor for the refrigerator
section until the yellow light goes out.
Dashes will temporarily appear on the
display.
Turning the refrigerator section back
on again
The refrigerator section can be turned
on separately.
Touch the sensor for the refrigerator
section until the yellow light comes
back on.
The temperature display for the
refrigerator section will light up. The
refrigerator section will start cooling and
the interior lighting will come on when
the door is opened.
Switching on and off
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Switching off for longer
periods of time
If, during a long absence, the
refrigeration appliance is switched off
but not cleaned and the door(s) left
shut, there is a danger of bacteria
building up inside the appliance.
It is essential to clean the
refrigeration appliance.
If the refrigeration appliance is not
going to be used for a longer period of
time, observe the following:
Turn the appliance off.
Unplug the appliance or trip the
circuit breaker.
Empty the ice cube drawer.
Risk of damage to the ice cube
maker.
If the water supply is cut off while the
ice cube maker is still in use, the
water intake pipe can freeze up.
Turn the ice cube maker off if the
water supply is interrupted (e.g.,
while on vacation).
Close the water supply faucet.
Clean the refrigeration appliance and
leave the door ajar to air the
appliance and avoid odors 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 for storing food in the
appliance. Bacteria will cause food
which is not stored at the correct
temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
Temperature influences the growth rate
of these bacteria. Reducing the
temperature reduces their growth rate.
The temperature in the appliance will
rise:
– the more often the appliance door is
opened and the longer it is kept open
– the more food that is stored in it
– the warmer the food is that is being
put into it
– the higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the refrigeration
appliance is. The 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
and in the PerfectFresh Pro
zone
We recommend a temperature of 39°F
(4°C) in the refrigerator section.
The temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro
zone is controlled automatically and
maintained at 32 to 37°F (0 to 3°C).
Automatic cold air circulation
(DynaCool)
The fan automatically turns on when the
cooling system for the refrigerator
section turns on. It distributes the
temperature in the refrigerator section
to all areas evenly so that all the food
inside will be chilled to about the same
degree.
...in the Freezer Zone
To freeze fresh food and to store frozen
food for a long time, a temperature of
0°F (-18°C) is required. At this
temperature the growth of bacteria is
generally halted. As soon as the
temperature rises above 14°F (-10°C),
the bacteria become active in the food
again so it cannot be kept as long. For
this reason, partially defrosted or
defrosted food must not be re-frozen.
Food may be re-frozen once it has been
cooked (boiled or roasted), as the high
temperatures achieved when cooking
destroy most bacteria.
The correct temperature
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Temperature display
In normal operation the display shows
the current average refrigerator
temperature and the current
temperature in the warmest part of
the freezer.
If the temperature in the freezer section
is not within the normal temperature
display range, dashes will flash in the
display.
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 in the display.
Setting the temperature for the
refrigerator/freezer section
The temperatures for the refrigerator
and freezer sections are set separately.
Select the refrigerator or the freezer
section.
Use the two sensors below the
display to set the temperature.
When you touch the sensor
– the temperature drops
– the temperature increases
The temperature value flashes while the
temperature is being set.
The correct temperature
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The following information appears on
the display when the sensors are
touched:
– With the first touch: The last
temperature set flashes.
– Each subsequent touch of the
sensor: The temperature changes in
1° increments.
– Keeping your finger on the sensor
changes the temperature
continuously.
Approx. 5seconds after you release the
button, the actual temperature in the
appliance will be displayed.
or
Touch the OK button to confirm your
selection.
If you have adjusted the temperature,
wait for approx. 6hours if the
appliance is not very full and for
approx. 24hours if the appliance is
full before checking the temperature
display, as it will take this long for the
appliance to give an accurate reading.
If, after this amount of time, the
temperature is too high or too low,
adjust it again.
Temperature range
The temperature can be selected within
the following ranges:
– from 37°F (3°C) to 49°F (9°C) in the
refrigerator section.
– from 7°F (-14°C) to -15°F (-26°C) in
the freezer section.
The correct temperature
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Adjusting the temperature in
the PerfectFresh Pro zone
In the PerfectFresh Pro zone, the
temperature is kept at between 32°F
and 37°F (0°C and 3°C). However, if
you would like it to be warmer or colder,
for example for storing fish, you can
adjust the temperature slightly.
The preset temperature in the
PerfectFresh Pro zone is5. If a
setting of between1and4 is
selected, the temperature may fall
below zero and food may freeze.
In this case, select a higher setting.
Touch the settings button.
All symbols available for selection will
appear on the display and the
symbol will flash.
Touch the buttons for setting the
temperature ( or ) repeatedly until
the symbol flashes on the display.
Touch the OK button to confirm your
selection.
The last setting selected will flash and
the symbol will light up on the
display.
You can now adjust the temperature
in the PerfectFresh Pro zone by
touching the or button. You can
choose from settings 1to9:
1: lowest temperature;
9: highest temperature.
Touch the OK button to confirm your
selection.
The selected setting will be adopted
and the symbol will flash.
Touch the settings button to exit
settings mode.
If you do not, the appliance will exit
settings mode automatically after
approximately one minute.
The newly set temperature for the
PerfectFresh Pro zone will gradually be
reached.
Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze
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The automatic SuperCool
function
The automatic SuperCool function can
be used to rapidly reduce the
temperature in the refrigerator section
to its lowest setting (in line with room
temperature).
Turning on automatic SuperCool
Automatic SuperCool is particularly
recommended for rapidly chilling large
amounts of fresh food or drink.
Select the sensor for the refrigerator
section.
The refrigerator section symbol will light
up in yellow.
Touch the SuperCool button; it will
light up in yellow.
The appliance will work at full power to
lower the temperature in the refrigerator
section.
Turning off automatic SuperCool
The automatic SuperCool function turns
off automatically after approx. 12 hours.
The appliance will then continue to
operate at normal power.
To save energy, the automatic
SuperCool function can be turned off
once the food and drinks are sufficiently
chilled.
Select the sensor for the refrigerator
section.
The refrigerator section symbol will light
up in yellow.
Touch the SuperCool button; the
yellow light will go out.
The appliance will run at normal power
again.
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Automatic SuperFreeze
function
For best results, turn on automatic
SuperFreeze before putting fresh food
in the freezer.
Fresh food will then be frozen quickly,
retaining its nutritional value, vitamin
content, appearance and taste.
Exceptions:
– If you are putting food already frozen
in the freezer.
– If you are only freezing up to 4.5lbs
(2kg) of fresh food daily.
Turning on automatic SuperFreeze
For freezing small quantities of food, the
automatic SuperFreeze function should
be turned on 6hours beforehand. If
you are freezing the maximum load of
food, the automatic SuperFreeze
function should be turned on 24hours
beforehand.
Touch the sensor for the freezer
section.
The freezer section symbol will light up
yellow.
Touch the SuperFreeze button; it will
light up in yellow.
The appliance will work at full power to
lower the temperature in the freezer
section.
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Turning off SuperFreeze
The automatic SuperFreeze function will
switch itself off automatically after
approx. 30-65 hours. The quantity of
fresh food placed in the freezer
determines just how long the
SuperFreeze function stays on. The
SuperFreeze symbol will then go out
and the appliance will run at normal
power again.
To save energy, the automatic
SuperFreeze function can be turned off
once a constant temperature of 0°F
(-18°C) has been reached inside the
freezer section. Check the temperature
inside the appliance.
Touch the sensor for the freezer
section.
The freezer section symbol will light up
yellow.
Touch the SuperFreeze button; the
yellow light will go out.
The appliance will run at normal power
again.
Temperature and door alarm
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Your appliance is equipped with a
warning system to ensure that
temperature increases in the freezer
section do not go unnoticed and also
prevents energy from being wasted
when a door is left open.
Temperature alarm
If the freezer temperature gets too high,
the freezer section sensor will flash and
the alarm symbol will flash in the
display. An alarm will also sound.
The temperature the appliance is set at
determines the temperature the
appliance recognizes as being too
warm.
The audible and visual signals are
triggered, for example:
– when the appliance is turned on if the
temperature in a temperature zone
differs too significantly from the set
temperature
– if a lot of warm room air enters the
freezer when food is being loaded,
rearranged, or taken out
– when freezing large amounts of food
at once
– when freezing fresh food which is still
warm
– after a power outage
– if the appliance has a fault
The alarm will stop sounding and the
alarm symbol will go out as soon as
the temperature has dropped to the
correct level again. The freezer section
sensor lights up again constantly.
Health risk caused by
decomposing food.
If the temperature in the freezer
remains above 0°F (-18°C) for a long
time, the frozen food may start to
defrost. This will reduce the storage
life of the food.
Check whether the frozen food has
started to defrost. If it has, use the
food as soon as possible or cook it
before freezing it again.
Cancelling the temperature alarm
If the alarm is disturbing you, it can be
switched off.
Touch the button to turn off the
temperature alarm.
The alarm will stop.
The alarm symbol will remain on
until the set temperature has been
reached.
Temperature and door alarm
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Door alarm
The refrigeration appliance is fitted with
a warning system to prevent energy
being wasted and food becoming warm
if the appliance door is left open.
An alarm will sound if the door is left
open for too long. The alarm symbol
will light up.
The amount of time until the door alarm
is triggered depends on the setting
selected and can be either 2minutes
(factory default) or 4minutes. However,
the door alarm can also be turned off
(see “Selecting additional settings –
Audible signals”).
As soon as the door is closed, the
alarm stops sounding and the alarm
symbol disappears from the display.
If no alarm sounds even though there
is a door alarm, the alarm has been
turned off in settings mode (see
“Selecting additional settings –
Audible signals”).
Cancelling the door alarm
If the alarm is disturbing you, it can be
switched off.
Touch the sensor to turn off the door
alarm.
The alarm will stop.
The alarm symbolwill continue to be
displayed until the door is closed.
Selecting additional settings
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Certain settings for the appliance can
only be selected in settings mode.
While you are in settings mode, the
door alarm and any other fault
messages are suppressed
automatically, but the alarm symbol
lights up on the display.
Available settings
Activate and deactivate the
safety lock
°C
°F
Select the temperature unit
(Celsius or Fahrenheit)
Turn the ice cube maker on/off
(set the amount of water; rinse
the ice cube maker; set the
cleaning position for the ice
cube tray)
Turn acoustic signals on/off
Change the brightness of the
display
Adjust the temperature in the
PerfectFresh Pro zone
Turn Sabbath mode on/off
Replace the carbon filters
(Active AirClean)
All available settings for the ice cube
maker are described in “Making ice
cubes” and “Cleaning and
maintenance”.
How to adjust the temperature in the
PerfectFresh Pro zone is described in
“The right temperature”.
All other available settings are
described below.
Safety lock
The safety lock can be activated to
prevent:
– the appliance being switched off by
mistake
– the temperature being changed by
mistake
– SuperCool and SuperFrost being
selected by mistake
– settings being adjusted by mistake (it
is only possible to deactivate the
safety lock)
This prevents the appliance being
switched off or settings being adjusted
without your knowledge (by children, for
example).
Activating and deactivating the safety
lock
Touch the settings sensor.
All symbols available for selection will
appear in the display and the symbol
flashes.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The last selected setting flashes and
the symbol lights up in the display.
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By touching theorsensor, you
can now select whether the safety
lock is activated or deactivated:
0: the safety lock is deactivated
1: the safety lock is activated.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The selected setting will be adopted
and thesymbol will flash.
Touch the settings sensor to leave the
settings mode.
Otherwise the appliance will exit the
settings mode automatically after
approximately one minute.
Thesymbol will appear in the display
when the safety lock is activated.
Temperature unit (Celsius or
Fahrenheit)
The temperature can be displayed in
either Fahrenheit °F or Celsius °C.
Degrees Fahrenheit °F is the factory
setting.
Setting the temperature display to
Celsius
Touch the settings sensor.
All symbols available for selection will
appear on the display and the
symbol will flash.
Touch the sensors for setting the
temperature (or) repeatedly until
°C and °F flash on the display.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm the
selection.
°F will flash on the display.
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You can now select °C by touching
the or sensors.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm the
selection.
The selected setting is saved.
Touch the settings sensor to exit
settings mode.
If you do not do this, the appliance
electronics will exit settings mode
automatically after approximately
1minute.
The temperature will now be displayed
in Celsius.
Setting the temperature display to
Fahrenheit
Touch the settings sensor.
All symbols available for selection will
appear on the display and the
symbol will flash.
Touch the sensors for setting the
temperature (or) repeatedly until
°C and °F flash on the display.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm the
selection.
°C will flash on the display.
You can now select °F by touching
the or sensors.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm the
selection.
The selected setting is saved.
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Touch the settings sensor to exit
settings mode.
If you do not do this, the appliance
electronics will exit settings mode
automatically after approximately
1minute.
The temperature will now be displayed
in Fahrenheit.
Audible signals
The appliance has audible signals such
as the button tone and the door and
temperature alarms.
You can turn the button tone and the
door alarm on and off, but you cannot
turn off the temperature alarm.
There are 4settings to choose from.
Option3is set at the factory; this
means that the button tone and the
door alarm are switched on.
Switching acoustic signals on/off
Touch the settings sensor.
All symbols available for selection will
appear on the display and the
symbol will flash.
Touch the sensors for setting the
temperature (or) repeatedly until
the symbol flashes on the display.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm the
selection.
The most recently selected setting
flashes and the symbol lights up on
the display.
Selecting additional settings
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Now touch the or sensors to
select:
0:keypad tone off; door alarm off
1:keypad tone off; door alarm on
(after 4minutes)
2:keypad tone off; door alarm on
(after 2minutes)
3:keypad tone on; door alarm on
(after 2minutes)
Touch the OK sensor to confirm the
selection.
The selected setting is applied; the
symbol flashes.
Touch the settings sensor to exit
settings mode.
If you do not do this, the appliance
electronics will exit settings mode
automatically after approximately
1minute.
Display brightness
You can adjust the brightness of the
display to suit the ambient light
conditions in the room.
The display brightness can be adjusted
incrementally from1to3. The factory
default setting is 3(maximum
brightness).
Changing the brightness of the
display
Touch the settings sensor.
All symbols available for selection will
appear in the display and the
symbol flashes.
Touch the sensors for setting the
temperature ( or ) repeatedly until
the symbol flashes in the display.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The last selected setting flashes and
the symbol lights up in the display.
Selecting additional settings
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By touching the orsensor, you
can now alter the brightness of the
display:
1: Dimmest setting
2: Medium setting
3: Brightest setting.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The selected setting will be adopted
and thesymbol will flash.
Touch the settings sensor to leave the
settings mode.
Otherwise the appliance will exit the
settings mode automatically after
approximately one minute.
Sabbath mode
The refrigeration appliance offers a
Sabbath mode for the purposes of
religious observance.
The following are switched off:
– The interior lighting when the
appliance door is opened
– All audible and visual signals
– The temperature display
– SuperCool and SuperFrost (if
previously selected)
– The ice cube maker (if previously
turned on)
The following can be selected:
– The settings button for turning off
Sabbath mode
– The On/Off button
The Sabbath mode function will turn
itself off automatically after
approximately 120hours.
Ensure that the appliance doors are
properly closed, as audible and visual
alarms are turned off.
Health risk caused by
decomposing food.
As any power failure during Sabbath
mode is not shown on the display,
the frozen food may thaw or defrost.
This will reduce the storage life of the
food.
Check whether the frozen food has
started to defrost. If it has, use the
food as soon as possible or cook it
before freezing it again.
Selecting additional settings
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Turning on Sabbath mode
Touch the Settings sensor.
All symbols available for selection will
appear in the display and the
symbol flashes.
Touch the sensors for setting the
temperature ( or ) repeatedly until
the symbol flashes in the display.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The last selected setting flashes and
the symbol lights up in the display.
By touching the or sensor you
can now switch on Sabbath mode. To
do this, select the 1setting.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The selected setting is applied, the
symbol lights up.
As soon as the symbol goes out in
the display after 3 seconds, Sabbath
mode is switched on.
Turn off Sabbath mode after the
Sabbath has passed.
Turning off Sabbath mode
Touch the Settings sensor to leave
Sabbath mode.
The temperature will appear in the
display and the interior lighting will
come on.
Carbon filter replacement
indicator
This appliance is not supplied with
carbon filters with a KKF-FF holder
(Active AirClean). The holder is
available as an optional accessory
(see “Accessories – Optional
accessories”).
The carbon filter replacement indicator
must be activated once the filters have
been installed.
You will be reminded to replace the
filters after approx.6months (see
“Cleaning and maintenance - Replacing
carbon filters”). Thesymbol is
illuminated in the display.
After replacing the filter(s), the counter
must be reset. The indicator will then go
out.
Selecting additional settings
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Activating the carbon filter
replacement indicator or resetting
the counter
Touch the settings sensor button.
All symbols available for selection will
appear on the display and the
symbol will flash.
Touch the sensor buttons for setting
the temperature ( or ) repeatedly
until the symbol flashes on the
display.
Touch the OK sensor button to
confirm the selection.
The most recently selected setting
flashes and the symbol lights up in
the display.
Touch or to make your selection
:Carbon filter replacement indicator
deactivated
1:Carbon filter replacement indicator
activated
2:Counter reset.
Touch the OK sensor button to
confirm the selection.
The selected setting is applied; the
symbol flashes.
Touch the settings sensor button to
exit Settings mode.
If you do not do this, the appliance
electronics will exit Settings mode
automatically after approximately one
minute.
Storing food in the refrigerator section
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Do not load more than a maximum of
35lb (16kg) of food in the appliance
door.
Risk of fire from electrical
appliances.
Operating electrical devices in the
appliance can cause sparks to form.
Do not operate any electrical devices
inside the appliance.
Risk of explosion due to
flammable mixes of gases.
Electrical components can cause
flammable mixes of gases to ignite.
Do not store any explosive materials
or products containing flammable
propellants (e.g., spray cans) in the
appliance. The spray cans in
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 appliance or the door,
make sure that it does not come into
contact with plastic components as
this could cause stress cracks or
break the plastic.
Make sure that no fat or oil leaks
onto the plastic parts of the
appliance.
Different storage zones
Due to natural air circulation, there are
different temperature zones 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.
Tip: To allow air to circulate efficiently,
do not pack food too closely together in
the refrigerator.
If there is insufficient air circulation,
the cooling performance will
decrease and energy consumption
will increase.
Do not cover the fan in the rear wall
of the appliance.
Tip: Do not store food in such a way
that it touches the rear wall of the
refrigerator section as it may freeze to
the rear wall.
This appliance has DynamicCooling,
which helps to keep an even
temperature when the fan is running.
When DynamicCooling is turned on,
the difference between the various
zones is less pronounced.
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Warmest area
The warmest area in the refrigerator
section is in the top section of the door.
Use this for storing butter so that it
remains spreadable and cheese so that
it retains its flavor.
Coldest area
The coldest area in the refrigerator is
directly above the PerfectFresh Pro
zone dividing plate and at the back of
the appliance. The temperature in the
PerfectFresh Pro zone compartments is
even colder.
Use these areas in the refrigerator
section and in the PerfectFresh Pro
zone for all delicate and highly
perishable food, e.g.,
– Fish, meat, poultry
– Cold cuts, ready-made meals
– Dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream
– Fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza
dough, or pie dough
– Raw milk cheese and other raw milk
products
– Pre-packed vegetables
– Other fresh food (with a label stating
it should be kept at a temperature of
approximately 39°F (4°C))
Food which is not suitable for
storage in the refrigerator
section
Not all food is suitable for refrigeration
at temperatures below 41°F (5°C)
because it is sensitive to cold.
Depending on the type of food, the
appearance, consistency, flavor, and/or
vitamin content may be altered if stored
at too cold a temperature.
Foods which are sensitive to cold
include:
– Pineapples, avocados, bananas,
pomegranates, mangoes, melons,
papayas, passion fruit, citrus fruits
such as lemons, oranges, mandarins,
grapefruits
– Fruit (which is not yet ripe)
– Eggplants, cucumbers, potatoes,
peppers, tomatoes, zucchini
– Hard cheeses (e.g., Parmesan)
Storing food in the refrigerator section
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Notes on buying food
The freshness of food when first placed
in the appliance is an important factor
in determining how long it stays fresh,
and how long it can be kept in the
appliance.
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.
Tip: Take a cool bag when shopping,
and load food in the appliance as soon
as possible.
Storing food correctly
Ensure that food stored in the
refrigerator section is in packaging or
covered properly (some exceptions
apply in the PerfectFresh Pro zone).
This will prevent food smells from
affecting other food, food from drying
out, and also any cross-contamination
of bacteria. This is particularly important
when storing meat products. Make sure
that foods such as raw meat and fish in
particular do not come into contact with
other food.
By ensuring that the temperature
settings are correct and by taking
appropriate hygiene measures, you can
prolong the storage life of your food
considerably.
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Thanks to the optimum storage
conditions in the PerfectFresh Pro zone
for fruit, vegetables, fish, meat and
dairy products, food remains fresh for
longer, and flavor and vitamins are
retained.
The optimum storage temperature for
fresh food that is not sensitive to the
cold is 32°F and 37°F (0 to 3°C). This is
the temperature range which is
automatically maintained in the
PerfectFresh Pro zone. Food that is not
sensitive to cold can be stored in the
PerfectFresh Pro zone at this
temperature without loss of freshness
for considerably longer than in a
standard refrigerator.
The humidity level in the PerfectFresh
Pro zone can also be regulated to
provide the correct conditions for the
food stored. An increase in the humidity
level ensures that food retains its own
moisture and does not dry out so
quickly. Such food therefore remains
crisp and fresh for longer.
Food should be in good condition
from the start to get good storage
results.
Take food out of the PerfectFresh Pro
zone approx.30-60 minutes before
using it. The aroma and flavor do not
fully develop until the food has
reached room temperature.
The PerfectFresh Pro zone is divided
into two compartments:
The Info system (shown here in
sections) above the PerfectFresh Pro
zone helps you to choose the correct
compartment and the appropriate
setting in the humidity-controlled
compartment.
– The upper dry compartment has a
temperature of between 32°F and
37°F (0°C and 3°C). The humidity
level in this compartment is not
increased ; this compartment is for
storing fish, meat, dairy products and
any other type of food as long as it is
packaged.
– The lower humidity-controlled
compartment (number depends on
model) has a temperature of 32°F
and 37°F (0°C to 3°C). The humidity
level can be kept low or high
/, depending on the position of
the slide control. If the humidity is
high, fruit and vegetables should be
stored here.
Each type of food has its own
characteristics and requires certain
storage conditions.
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Dry compartment
The dry compartment is suitable for
storing perishable foods such as:
– fresh fish and shellfish;
– meat and poultry;
– salads;
– dairy products such as yogurt,
cheese, cream, etc.;
– any type of food can in fact be stored
in this compartment, as long as it is
packaged.
The low temperature in the dry
compartment is its most distinctive
feature. The humidity level is similar to
that in a conventional refrigerator.
Please note that foods rich in protein
deteriorate faster than others.
Shellfish, for example, deteriorate faster
than fish, and fish deteriorates faster
than meat.
For hygiene reasons, you should always
keep these foods covered or wrapped.
Humidity-controlled
compartment , /
Regulating humidity in the humidity-
controlled compartment
A slide control is used to regulate the
amount of moisture in the humidity
controlled compartment with the
settings , and .
Push the slide control all the way to
the back and then slowly release it.
The slide control will automatically click
into the position.
To select setting or , push the
slide control to the back again and
release it so that it clicks into position
or .
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If you are not satisfied with your
stored food (for example food loses
its crispness or starts to shrivel up
after only a short storage time),
check the following:
Only put fresh food in the appliance.
The condition of the food when it is
first placed in the appliance is an
important factor in determining how
long it stays fresh.
Clean the PerfectFresh Pro
compartments before storing food in
them.
Very wet food should be dried off
before storage.
Do not store any food in the
PerfectFresh Pro zone that is
sensitive to cold (see “Food which
should not be stored in a
refrigerator”).
Select the correct PerfectFresh Pro
compartment and the appropriate
position of the slide control for the
humidity-controlled compartment
(low or high humidity) for the type of
food being stored.
High humidity (/) in the humidity-
controlled compartment is achieved
solely through the moisture contained
in the food stored, i.e. the more food
in the compartment, the more
moisture there is.
If too much moisture collects in the
compartment with setting and
this is affecting the food, select.
Otherwise, mop up the condensate
with a cloth (first and foremost from
the bottom and lid) or place a rack at
the bottom of the compartment to
allow any excess moisture to drain
off.
If the humidity level is too low despite
setting being selected, wrap the
food in airtight packaging.
If you think that the temperature in
the PerfectFresh Pro zone is not
correct, try adjusting it slightly by
1-2° using the refrigerator section
temperature control. To avoid frost
damage to food, a higher temperature
must be set if ice crystals begin to
form in the bottom of the
PerfectFresh Pro zone.
Adjusting the interior fittings
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Adjusting the door shelf/bottle
shelf
Tip: Only move the door shelves/bottle
shelves in the door when they are
empty.
Push the door shelf/bottle shelf
upward, then remove it by pulling it
forward.
Replace the shelf at the required
height. Ensure that it is securely
pushed back into position.
Adjusting the bottle holder
The bottle holder can be moved left or
right to create more room for drink
cartons.
The bottle holder can be removed
completely, for example for cleaning:
Lift up the bottle shelf and pull it out.
Detach the bottle holder from the
back edge of the bottle shelf.
Moving the shelf/shelf with
lighting
By adjusting the position of the shelf
with lighting in the refrigerator section,
you can change the illumination in this
section as required.
Stops prevent the shelves from being
dislodged by mistake.
The shelves can be adjusted
according to the height of the food:
1. Lift the shelf up slightly at the front.
2. Pull it forward a little and lift it until
the notch at the side is in line with
the shelf support. It can then be
raised or lowered to the required
level.
Push in the shelf until it clicks into
position.
The raised edge on the protective strip
at the back must face upward to
prevent food from touching the back
of the appliance and freezing to it.
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Adjusting the bottle rack
The bottle rack is available as an
optional accessory (see “Accessories -
Optional accessories”).
The bottle rack can be placed at
different positions in the appliance.
Lift the front of the rack and pull it
forwards slightly until the notch at the
side is in line with the shelf support. It
can then be raised or lowered to the
required level.
The stop bar at the back must point
upwards to prevent the bottles from
touching the back wall.
Stops prevent the bottle rack from
being dislodged by mistake.
PerfectFresh Pro zone drawers
The drawers in the PerfectFresh Pro
zone are on telescopic rails, and can be
removed for filling, emptying or cleaning
purposes:
To make it easier to pull out the
drawers, remove the bottle shelf from
the appliance door.
Pull the drawers out as far as they will
go.
Hold the sides of the drawers
towards the back, lift them slightly
and pull them out.
Push the runners back in again to
avoid damaging them.
Carefully pull out the lid between the
drawers slightly, and lift it down and
out.
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Take care when cleaning the
appliance that you do not wash the
special lubricant out of the
telescopic rails.
Wipe the rails with a damp cloth.
To replace the drawer lid, insert it
from beneath into the holders, and
push it back until it clicks into place.
Inserting the drawers
Push the runners back in completely
and then place the drawers on them.
Push the drawers back into the
appliance until they click into
position.
Moving the carbon filter
The carbon filter with KKF-FF holder
(Active AirClean) is available as an
optional accessory (see “Accessories -
Optional accessories”).
When you are storing very strong-
smelling food (e.g., cheese):
– Place the holder with the carbon
filters on the adjustable shelf where
this food is being kept.
– Change the carbon filters sooner if
necessary.
– Use additional carbon filters (with
holders) in the appliance (see
“Accessories – Optional
accessories”).
The holder for the carbon filters sits on
the protective strip at the back of the
adjustable shelf.
To move the carbon filter, pull the
holder up and off the protective strip.
Refit the holder on the protective strip
of the shelf you wish to use it on.
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Always observe USDA food safety
guidelines.
Risk of fire from electrical
appliances.
Operating electrical devices in the
appliance can cause sparks to form.
Do not operate any electrical devices
inside the appliance.
Maximum freezing capacity
To ensure that fresh food placed in the
freezer freezes through to the core as
quickly as possible, the maximum
freezing capacity must not be
exceeded. The maximum freezing
capacity for freezing within a 24-hour
period is given on the data plate:
“Freezing capacity ....lbs/24 hrs.”
What happens when you freeze
fresh food?
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible so that the nutritional value
of the food, its vitamin content,
appearance and flavor are maintained.
Food which takes a long time to freeze
will lose more water from its cells,
which then shrink. During the defrosting
process, only some of this water is
reabsorbed by the cells. What this
means in practice is that the food loses
more moisture. You can see this in the
large amount of water that collects
around the food when it defrosts.
If food is frozen quickly, the cells have
less time to lose moisture, so they
shrink less. As there is not so much
moisture loss, it is easier for the food to
reabsorb it during the defrosting
process, and very little water collects
around the defrosted food.
Storing frozen food
Never re-freeze partially or fully
defrosted food. Defrosted food must
only be re-frozen after it has been
cooked.
When buying frozen food to store in
your freezer, make sure to check:
– that the packaging is not damaged
– the expiration date
– the temperature at which the frozen
food is being stored in the store
The length of time food can be kept
is reduced if it has been stored at a
temperature warmer than 0°F (-18°C).
Buy frozen food at the very end of
your shopping trip.
Store it in the freezer compartment as
soon as possible.
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Home freezing
Only freeze food that is fresh and in
good condition.
Tips for home freezing
– The following types of food are
suitable for home freezing:
fresh meat, poultry, game, fish,
vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy
products, baked goods, leftovers,
egg yolks, egg whites, and a range of
pre-cooked meals.
– The following types of food are not
suitable for freezing:
lettuce, radishes, sour cream,
mayonnaise, whole eggs in their
shells, onions, whole raw apples and
pears.
– To retain color, taste, aroma, and
vitamin C, vegetables should be
blanched before they are frozen. To
do so, place them portion by portion
into boiling water for 2–3minutes.
Then, remove and plunge the
vegetables into ice-cold water to cool
quickly. Leave the vegetables to
drain.
– Lean meat freezes better than fatty
meat and can be stored for
considerably longer.
– Separate chops, steaks, cutlets, etc.
with a sheet of plastic freezer film. to
prevent them from freezing together
in a block.
– Do not season raw food or blanched
vegetables with herbs or salt before
freezing. Cooked food should only be
lightly seasoned. The flavor of some
herbs intensifies when frozen.
– Placing hot food or drink in the
freezer causes food that is already
frozen to partially thaw and increases
energy consumption. Allow hot food
and drink to cool down before
placing it in the freezer.
Packaging food for freezing
Freeze food in portions.
–Suitable packaging
– Plastic films
– Freezer bags
– Aluminum foil
– Freezer containers
–Unsuitable packaging
– Packing paper
– Parchment paper
– Cellophane
– Garbage bags
– Plastic shopping bags
Remove as much air as possible from
the packaging before sealing.
Close the packaging tightly with
– rubber bands,
– bag clips,
– string or bag ties, or
– freezer tape.
Tip: Freezer bags and poly tubing may
also be sealed using home heat sealing
kits.
Label the packaging with the
contents and the date of freezing.
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Before placing food in the freezer
When freezing more than 4.4lbs
(2kg) of fresh food, switch on the
SuperFrost function for some time
before placing the food in the freezer
(see “Using SuperCool and
SuperFrost – SuperFrost function”).
This helps food which is already
stored in the freezer to stay frozen.
Placing food in the freezer
Risk of damage due to heavy
loads.
Loading food which is too heavy can
cause damage to the freezer
drawers/glass shelves.
Do not exceed the relevant maximum
load:
–freezer drawer = 55 lb (25kg)
–glass shelf = 77 lb (35kg)
Unfrozen food should not touch
frozen food, as this will cause the
frozen food to begin to thaw.
Ensure that the packaging and
containers are dry to prevent them
from freezing together or to the walls.
– Freezing small amounts of food
Place the food in the upper freezer
drawers.
Place the food flat in the bottom of
the freezer drawer so that it freezes
through to the middle as quickly as
possible.
–Freezing the maximum amount of
food (see data plate)
If the ventilation slots are obstructed,
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.
When removing the freezer drawers,
please note that the bottom freezer
drawer must always remain in the
freezer.
Remove the upper freezer drawers.
Place the food flat on the upper glass
plates so that it freezes through to the
middle as quickly as possible.
Once the food has frozen:
Place the frozen food in the freezer
drawer and push it back in.
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Storage time for frozen food
The storage life of food is very variable,
even at a constant temperature of 0°F
(-18°C). Decomposition processes also
take place in frozen food, albeit at a
very reduced speed. Fat can become
rancid from contact with oxygen in the
air, for example. This is why lean meat
can be stored approx. twice as long as
fatty meat.
The storage times quoted are guide
values for the storage life of different
food groups in the Freezer Zone.
Food group Storage
time
(Months)
Ice cream 2to6
Bread, baked goods 2to6
Cheese 2to4
Fish, oily 1to2
Fish, lean 1to5
Sausage, ham 1to3
Game, pork 1to12
Poultry, beef 2to10
Vegetables, fruit 6to18
Herbs 6to10
Where the storage time given on the
packaging differs, follow the advice on
the packaging.
Defrosting frozen goods
Never re-freeze partially or fully
defrosted food. Defrosted food may
only be re-frozen after it has been
cooked.
Frozen food can be defrosted in
different ways:
– In a microwave
– In an oven using “Convection” or the
“Defrost” setting
– At room temperature
– In the Fridge Zone (the cold given off
by the frozen food helps to keep the
other food cold)
– In a steam oven
Flat pieces of partially thawed meat
or fish can be placed directly into a hot
skillet.
Meat and poultry (e.g.,hamburgers,
chicken, fish) should not come into
contact with other foods while
defrosting. Catch the defrosting liquid
and dispose of it carefully.
Fruit can be thawed at room
temperature, either in the packaging or
in a covered bowl.
Most vegetables can be cooked while
still frozen. Just put straight into boiling
water or hot grease. The cooking time is
slightly less than that of fresh
vegetables due to changes in the cell
structure.
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Cooling drinks quickly
Risk of injury from broken glass!
Bottles and cans of drinks,
particularly carbonated drinks, can
burst when frozen.
Do not freeze any drinks in bottles or
cans.
Adjusting the interior fittings
Removing the drawers and glass
plates from the freezer
The drawers can be removed for filling,
emptying or cleaning purposes.
You can also use the space in the
freezer more flexibly. If you wish to
freeze large items such as a turkey or
game, the glass cold plates between
the drawers can be removed.
Pull out the drawers as far as they will
go, and then lift them up and out.
Lift the glass plate slightly, pull it
forwards and out.
Using accessories
Using the cool pack
The cool pack prevents the temperature
in the freezer section from rising too
quickly in the event of a power failure.
This can help prolong the storage life.
Place the cool pack in the top drawer
of the freezer section.
The cool pack will be at its most
effective after it has been in the freezer
for approximately 24hours.
In the event of a power failure
Place the frozen cool pack directly on
top of the frozen food in the front of
the top drawer.
Tip: When placing fresh food in the
freezer, use the cool pack to separate
the fresh food from the food which is
already frozen so that the frozen food
does not begin to thaw.
Tip: The cool pack can also be used to
keep food or drink cool for a short
period of time in a cooler.
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For the automatic ice cube maker to
operate, it must be connected to a
water supply (see “Installation – Water
supply”).
Risk to health due to
contaminated water.
Consuming polluted water can lead
to illnesses.
The first 3batches of ice cubes
made after the ice cube maker is
started up must not be consumed,
as the water will have been used for
the initial rinsing of the water supply
line.
This applies to the initial
commissioning as well as when
using the appliance again after it has
been turned off for a long while.
Ice cube maker with integrated
ice cube tray
Only make normal domestic quantities
of ice cubes with the ice cube maker.
After the initial commissioning of the
machine, it can take up to 24hours for
the first ice cubes to drop out of the
ice cube maker and collect in the
drawer.
After the ice cube maker has been
turned off and on again, it can take up
to 6hours for this process to be
completed.
The ice cube drawer contains an
automatic ice cube maker.
When the ice cube maker is switched
on, the indicator light on it lights up.
Ice cubes can only be made when the
ice cube drawer is completely closed.
An ice cube tray where ice cubes are
produced is integrated into the ice cube
maker.
The ice cube tray automatically empties
into the drawer as soon as the ice
cubes are ready. The ice cube maker
automatically stops making ice cubes
when the ice cube drawer is full. The
drawer will not fill up to the top edge.
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The ice cube maker can be turned off
independently of the freezer if you do
not want to make any ice cubes.
If the ice cube maker is turned off, the
ice cube drawer can be used as an
extra drawer for freezing fresh food
and storing frozen food.
Turning the ice cube maker on/
off
Check that the ice cube drawer is
empty before turning the ice cube
maker on.
Touch the settings sensor button.
All symbols available for selection will
appear on the display and
thesymbol will flash.
Touch the sensor button for setting
the temperature ( or ) repeatedly
until the symbol for the ice cube
maker flashes on the display.
Touch the OK sensor button to
confirm the selection.
Touch the and sensor buttons to
make the settings for the ice cube
maker:
0: Ice cube maker is turned off
1: Ice cube maker is turned on
Touch the OK sensor button to
confirm the selection.
The selected setting is saved.
Touch the settings sensor button to
exit Settings mode or
close the appliance door.
The electronics will otherwise switch to
normal operation after approx. one
minute.
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Making a large quantity of ice
cubes
The amount of ice cubes made by the
machine depends on the temperature in
the Freezer Zone. The lower the
temperature, the more ice cubes are
produced within a given time. At a
temperature of 0°F(18°C), approx.
2lb(1kg) of ice cubes will be produced
within 24hours.
Tip: If you require a large quantity of ice
cubes, replace the full ice cube drawer
with the drawer to the right of it.
The ice cube maker will start making ice
cubes again as soon as this drawer is
closed.
Changing the size of the ice
cubes
The size of the ice cubes depends on
the quantity of water being taken in.
You are able to set this quantity
according to your wishes. To make
larger ice cubes, increase the amount of
water being taken in by the ice cube
maker. The amount of water is set to
medium (E3) at the factory.
Setting the water quantity
This setting can only be selected if the
ice cube maker is on.
Touch the settings button.
All symbols available for selection will
appear on the display and the
symbol will flash.
Touch the buttons for setting the
temperature ( or ) repeatedly until
the symbol for the ice cube maker
flashes on the display.
Touch the OK button to confirm your
selection.
By touching the and buttons,
you can now select the water quantity
settings:
0: the ice cube maker is off
1: the ice cube maker is on
2: set the water quantity
3: select the ice cube tray cleaning
position
4: rinse the ice cube maker
Touch the OK button to confirm your
selection.
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By touching the or button, you
can now set the water volume you
require (E1 to E8):
E1: low
E8: high
Touch the OK button to confirm your
selection.
The selected setting will be saved.
Touch the settings button to exit
settings mode or
close the appliance door.
The electronics will otherwise switch to
normal operation after approx. one
minute.
Turning the ice cube maker on/
off with the on/off button
Open the ice cube drawer slightly.
Press the on/off button on the ice
cube maker
– until the indicator light comes on. The
symbol for the ice cube maker
will appear on the display. The ice
cube maker is now on.
– until the indicator light goes out. The
symbol for the ice cube maker
will disappear from the display. The
ice cube maker is now off.
Close the ice cube drawer.
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WARNING! DANGER of injury
and damage!
Do not use any mechanical or other
types of aids which are not
recommended by the manufacturer
to accelerate the defrosting process.
Refrigerator section and
PerfectFresh Pro zone
The refrigerator section and the
PerfectFresh Pro zone defrost
automatically.
Condensate and frost can build up on
the back wall of the refrigerator section
and the PerfectFresh Pro zone while the
compressor is running. You do not need
to remove this, as it will defrost and
evaporate automatically with the
warmth generated by the compressor.
The condensate drains through a
channel and drain pipe into an
evaporation system at the back of the
appliance.
Keep the condensate channel and
drain hole clean to enable this. The
condensate must always be able to
drain properly.
Freezer Zone
The appliance is equipped with a
“NoFrost” system. The freezer defrosts
automatically.
The moisture generated in the
appliance collects on the condenser
and is automatically defrosted and
evaporates periodically.
This automatic defrosting system
enables the freezer to remain
permanently ice-free. However, the
food stored in the freezer will not
defrost.
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WARNING! DANGER of electric
shock!
Unplug the appliance or trip the
circuit breaker.
WARNING! Fire hazard!
Do not damage the coolant
pipework.
Do not let water get into the
electronic or the lighting.
Risk of damage due to moisture
penetration.
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.
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 service call.
Cleaning agents
Cleaning and conditioning agents
used inside the appliance must be
food safe.
To avoid damaging the surfaces of your
appliance, do not use
– cleaning products containing soda,
ammonia, acid, or chloride,
– lime scale removers,
– abrasive cleaning products, such as
scouring powder, scouring liquid, or
pumice stones,
– cleaners containing solvents,
– stainless steel cleaners,
– dishwasher detergent,
– oven sprays,
– glass cleaning agents,
– hard, abrasive sponges and brushes,
such as pot scrubbers,
– eraser sponges,
– sharp metal scrapers.
We recommend using a clean sponge,
lukewarm water with a little liquid dish
soap to clean the surfaces of the
appliance.
The following pages contain important
information on cleaning.
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Rinsing the ice cube maker
Risk to health due to
contaminated water.
Bacteria can develop in water which
has been sitting in the water supply
lines for several days. This poses a
risk to your health.
Rinse out the ice cube maker and
water supply line:
–before using for the first time,
–if the ice cube maker has not been
used for a long time (more than
5days),
–regularly when in continuous use
(at least once a month) to remove
residual ice from the system (to avoid
blocking the water supply line),
–before switching the ice cube
maker off for a long time.
After selecting the “Rinse the ice cube
maker” setting, the ice cube maker
and the water supply pipework will be
rinsed automatically with water.
The ice cube tray then moves to the
cleaning position so that it can be dried
by hand.
The water collects in the ice cube
drawer .
Check that the ice cube drawer is
empty before selecting “Rinse the ice
cube maker”. Otherwise, the water will
empty onto the contents of the
drawer.
“Rinse the ice cube maker” can only
be selected when the ice cube maker
is on.
Touch the settings button.
All symbols available for selection will
appear on the display and the
symbol will flash.
Touch the buttons for setting the
temperature ( and ) repeatedly
until the symbol for the ice cube
maker flashes on the display.
Touch the OK button to confirm your
selection.
By touching the and buttons,
you can now select the setting you
want:
0: The ice cube maker is switched off
1: The ice cube maker is switched on
2: Set the water volume
3: Select the ice cube tray cleaning
position
4: Rinse the ice cube maker
Touch the OK button to confirm your
selection.
The selected setting is saved. The ice
cube maker symbol in the display
and the indicator light on the ice cube
maker will flash while the ice cube
maker is being rinsed.
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You will hear the ice cube tray turning to
a slanted position.
Wait until the ice cube tray has
stopped moving before continuing.
The ice cube maker will then switch off.
Carefully remove the ice cube drawer,
which is now full of water. Empty and
clean it.
The ice cube tray cannot be removed
and must be cleaned in situ.
Dry the ice cube tray with a cloth.
As soon as the ice cube maker is
switched on, the ice cube tray rotates
back to its original position.
Cleaning the ice cube tray
Clean the ice cube tray:
– Before switching off the ice cube
maker for a long period of time
– Regularly, to remove ice and water
residues.
If you have already selected the
setting “Rinse the ice cube
maker” (see “Rinsing the ice cube
maker”), the ice cube tray will already
be in the cleaning position.
The ice cube tray cannot be
removed and must be cleaned in situ.
For this reason the ice cube tray must
be set to the cleaning position.
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Setting the cleaning position
This setting can only be selected if the
ice cube maker is on.
Empty the ice cube drawer.
Touch the settings button.
All symbols available for selection will
appear on the display and the
symbol will flash.
Touch the buttons for setting the
temperature ( and ) repeatedly
until the symbol for the ice cube
maker flashes on the display.
Touch the OK button to confirm your
selection.
By touching the and buttons,
you can now select the setting you
want:
0:The ice cube maker is switched off
1:The ice cube maker is switched on
2:Set the water volume
3:Select the ice cube tray cleaning
position
4:Rinse the ice cube maker
Touch the OK button to confirm your
selection.
The selected setting is saved and you
will hear the ice cube tray moving into a
slanted position.
Wait until the ice cube tray has
stopped moving before continuing.
The ice cube maker will then switch off.
The symbol for the ice cube maker
will disappear from the display.
Remove the ice cube drawer.
The ice cube tray cannot be removed
and must be cleaned in place.
Clean the ice cube tray and the ice
cube drawer with lukewarm water
and liquid dish soap. Wipe thoroughly
with clean water and dry with a cloth.
As soon as the ice cube maker is
switched on, the ice cube tray rotates
back to its original position.
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65
Preparing the appliance for
cleaning
Turn the appliance off.
The display goes out and the cooling
function is turned off.
Unplug the appliance or switch off
the breaker.
Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
Remove the door shelf/bottle shelf
from the door.
Remove the PerfectFresh Pro zone
drawers and the their lids (see
“Adjusting the interior fittings -
PerfectFresh Pro zone drawers”).
Remove the glass plate from the
divider panel.
Take out all other removable parts for
cleaning.
Dismantling the shelf/shelf with
lighting
Risk of damage as a result of
incorrect cleaning.
The stainless steel trim with LED
lighting will be damaged if you place
it in water for cleaning.
Clean the stainless steel trim with
LED lighting with a damp cloth.
Remove the stainless steel trims or
stainless steel trim with LED lighting
before cleaning the adjustable shelves
in a dishwasher.
To remove the stainless steel trim and
the back protective strips, proceed as
follows:
Place the shelf on a soft surface (e.g.,
a dish towel) with the top side facing
downward.
Risk of damage as a result of
incorrect handling.
When you remove the stainless steel
trim with LED lighting, the contacts
(metal disc) can be damaged.
These contacts in the front left
corner supply power to the LED
lighting. Ensure that you always
loosen the other side from the
contacts (metal discs) first.
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Grasp the plastic surround on the
left-hand side of the stainless steel
trim at its rearmost point.
1. Pull the plastic surround from the
shelf and
2. pull the trim off at the same time.
Then do the same on the opposite
side.
3. Then pull the protective strip off.
After cleaning, reattach the stainless
steel trim or protective strip by
following the same procedure in
reverse.
Dismantling the bottle and door
shelves
Remove the stainless steel trim before
cleaning the door shelves in a
dishwasher.
To remove the stainless steel trim,
proceed as follows:
Place the door/bottle shelf with the
front side on the work surface.
Take hold of one end of the trim and
pull it off the shelf. The entire section
of stainless steel trim will now come
off the shelf.
After cleaning, reattach the stainless
steel trim to the shelf by following the
same procedure in reverse.
Cleaning and care
67
Cleaning the interior and
accessories
The appliance should be cleaned
regularly (at least once a month).
Clean up any spills, stains, or food
immediately. Do not allow them to
dry and stick to the appliance.
Clean the interior with a clean
sponge, lukewarm water and a little
liquid dish soap.
After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a soft cloth.
The stainless steel trim on the bottle
and door shelves is not suitable for
dishwashers.
Remove the stainless steel trim and
strips before putting the shelves in
the dishwasher.
The following parts cannot be cleaned
in a dishwasher:
– the stainless steel trim or strips
– the protective strips at the back of
the adjustable shelves
– all drawers and drawer lids
(depending on model)
– the cool pack
Clean these parts by hand.
The following parts can be cleaned in
the dishwasher:
The maximum temperature of the
dishwasher program selected must
not exceed 131°F (55°C).
Contact with natural dyes from
carrots, tomatoes, and ketchup, etc.
may discolor the plastic parts in the
dishwasher.
This discoloration does not affect the
stability of the parts.
– bottle holder, butter dish, egg tray
(depending on model)
– bottle shelf and door shelf on the
inside of the door (without stainless
steel trim)
– the shelves (with the trim and strips
removed)
Cleaning and care
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Clean the condensate channel and
drain opening frequently using a
cotton swab or similar item to ensure
that condensate can drain away
freely.
Remove the PerfectFresh Pro zone
drawers to clean the condensate
channel and drain.
Be careful not to wash out the
special lubricant in the telescopic
runners during cleaning.
The PerfectFresh Pro zone drawers
are on telescopic runners. Clean the
telescopic runners with a damp cloth.
Leave the door open to air the
appliance for a short while and to
prevent odors developing.
Cleaning the door seal
If the door seal is damaged or has
come out of the groove, the door will
not close properly and this will affect
cooling. As a result, condensate will
build up in the interior cabinet and
this can cause a build-up of ice.
Do not damage the door seal, and
make sure that it does not come out
of its groove.
Risk of damage as a result of
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 thoroughly dry with a 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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Starting up the appliance after
cleaning
Replace all shelves and accessories
in the appliance.
Reconnect to the power supply and
switch the appliance back on.
Switch on the automatic SuperFreeze
function for a while so that the freezer
section can cool down quickly.
Switch on the automatic SuperCool
function for a while so that the
refrigerator section can cool down
quickly.
Put the food back in the appliance
and close the door.
Push the freezer drawers with the
frozen food back into the freezer
section and close the door.
Switch off the automatic SuperFreeze
function as soon as the temperature
in the freezer section is a constant
0°F (-18°C) or colder.
Replacing the carbon filters
The carbon filter with KKF-FF holder
(Active AirClean) is available as an
optional accessory (see “Guide to the
appliance” section “Optional
accessories”).
Replace the carbon filters in the holder
around every 6months.
Replacement KKF-RFcarbon filters
can be obtained from Miele Customer
Service, from your dealer, or from
Miele’s website.
Tip: The carbon filter holder is
dishwasher safe.
Pull the carbon filter holder upward to
remove it from the adjustable shelf.
When in position, the carbon filters
must not touch the back wall of the
refrigeration appliance, as the
moisture could cause them to stick
to it.
Insert the new carbon filters deep
enough in the holder to ensure that
they do not protrude over the edge
of the holder.
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Remove both carbon filters and place
the new filters with the surrounding
edge pointing downward in the
holder.
Place the holder in the middle of the
raised edge at the back of any of the
adjustable shelves so that it clicks
into position.
Frequently Asked Questions
With the help of the following guide minor faults in the performance of the
machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remedied
without contacting the Service Department.
This guide may help you to find the reason for the fault, and how to correct it.
To prevent cold from escaping, open the appliance doors as little as possible
until the fault has been corrected.
Problem Possible cause and solution
The appliance is not
getting cold, the interior
lighting does not come
on when the door is
opened, and the display
is not lit up.
The appliance is not switched on and the power
supply symbol is lit up in the display.
Switch the appliance on.
The plug is not properly plugged into the electrical
outlet.
Insert the plug correctly into the socket. The power
supply symbol appears in the display when the
appliance is switched off.
Check whether the fuse has tripped. There could be
a fault with the appliance, the household electrical
wiring or another electrical appliance.
Contact a qualified electrician or Miele Technical
Service for assistance.
The compressor comes
on less and less often
and for shorter periods
of time. The tempera-
ture in the appliance
rises.
This is not a fault. The temperature setting is too
high.
Correct the temperature setting.
Check the temperature again after 24hours.
The food begins to thaw.
The ambient temperature is too low for this
appliance.
If the ambient temperature is too low, the
compressor will run less frequently. This may cause
the freezer to become too warm.
See the information in the section on “Installation –
Installation location”.
Increase the ambient temperature.
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Problem Possible cause and solution
The compressor is turn-
ing on more frequently
and for longer periods
of time; the temperature
in the refrigeration ap-
pliance is too low.
The ventilation gaps are obstructed or dusty.
Do not block the ventilation gaps.
Clean the ventilation gaps on a regular basis to
remove any dust.
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 already formed in the freezer.
Close the appliance doors.
After a while, the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
If a thick layer of ice has already formed, this will
affect cooling and increase energy consumption.
Defrost the appliance and clean it.
The ambient temperature is too high. The higher the
ambient temperature, the longer the compressor has
to run.
See the information in “Installation – Installation
location”.
The temperature setting is too low.
Correct the temperature setting.
A large amount of food was put in for freezing all at
once.
See the information in the section on “Freezing
and storing food”.
The SuperCool function is still turned on.
To save energy, you can turn off SuperCool early
yourself.
The SuperFrostfunction is still turned on.
To save energy, you can turn SuperFrost off early
yourself.
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Problem Possible cause and solution
The compressor runs
continuously.
Not a fault. To save energy, the compressor runs at
a lower speed when less cooling is required. This
increases the compressor run time.
An LED indicator light is
flashing at the back of
the refrigerator at the
bottom near the com-
pressor (depending on
model).
The electronic for the
compressor is equipped
with an operation and
fault diagnosis LED in-
dicator light.
The indicator light flashes several times every
5seconds.
A fault has occurred.
Contact Customer Service.
The indicator light flashes regularly every
15seconds.
This is not a fault. This flashing is normal.
The door seal is dam-
aged and needs to be
replaced.
No tools are required to change the door seal.
Contact Miele Service.
Ice or condensation has
built up inside the appli-
ance.
The door seal has come out of its groove.
Check that the door seal is correctly positioned in
the groove.
The door seal is damaged.
Check whether the door seal is damaged.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Messages in the display
Message Possible cause and solution
The symbol lights up
in the display. You can-
not switch the appli-
ance off.
The safety lock has been activated.
Completely deactivate the safety lock (see
“Selecting additional settings”, section “Activating
and deactivating the safety lock”).
The alarm symbol
and the sensor for one
of the sections have lit
up on the display, and
an alarm is sounding.
The door alarm has been activated.
Close the appliance door. The alarm
symbolwill go out and the alarm will stop.
The alarm sym-
boland the freezer
section sensor button
are flashing in the dis-
play. An alarm will also
sound.
The temperature alarm has been activated.
The temperature in the freezer section has risen
higher or fallen lower than the set temperature.
Possible reasons for this include:
– The appliance door was opened too frequently.
– A large quantity of fresh food has been placed
in the freezer without switching on the
SuperFrost function.
– A prolonged power failure has occurred.
Rectify the cause of the alarm.
The alarm symbol goes out and the sensor button
for the freezer section lights up again constantly. The
alarm will stop.
Depending on the temperature displayed, you
should check whether food in the freezer has
started to thaw or has defrosted. If it has, cook it
before freezing it again.
The symbol flashes
on the display and the
indicator light on the ice
cube maker flashes
when the ice cube
maker is switched on.
The water supply line is not open.
Open the water supply line.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Message Possible cause and solution
The ice cube maker
and alarm symbols
are flashing on the dis-
play. The indicator light
on the ice cube maker
is also flashing.
There is a fault with the ice cube maker.
Contact Miele Service.
lights up in the dis-
play.
The Replace carbon filter reminder setting has
been activated. This is the reminder to change the
filter (Active AirClean).
Replace the carbon filter in the holder (see
“Cleaning and maintenance - Replacing the filter”).
Reset the counter (see “Selecting further settings –
Carbon filter replacement indicator”).
The power failure sym-
bol, appears in the
display and the alarm
sounds.
The temperature display
will show the warmest
temperature recorded in
the freezer during a
power failure or an in-
terruption to the power
supply.
There is a power failure: The temperature in the
appliance over the last few days or hours has risen
too high because of a power failure or interruption to
the power supply.
The appliance will go back to the last temperature
setting when the power is restored.
Press the OK button.
The warmest temperature displayed will disappear.
The display will then revert to showing the current
temperature in the freezer section.
Depending on the temperature displayed, you
should check whether food in the freezer has
started to thaw or has defrosted. If it has, cook it
before freezing it again.
“F0toF9” appears in
the display.
There is a fault.
Contact Miele Technical Service.
“FE*” appears on the
display.
There is a fault.
Contact Miele Service.
The symbol has lit up
on the display and the
appliance is not cooling
although the controls
and the interior lighting
are working.
Demo mode is on. This allows the appliance to be
presented in the showroom without the cooling
system being switched on. Do not activate this
setting for domestic use.
Turn off demo mode (see “Information for dealers -
Demo mode”).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Problems with the ice cube maker
Problem Possible cause and solution
You cannot turn the ice
cube maker on.
The appliance is not connected to the power supply
or is not switched on.
Reconnect to the power supply and switch the
appliance back on.
The ice cube maker is
not producing any ice
cubes.
The appliance and/or the ice cube maker is not
turned on.
Turn on the appliance and/or the ice cube maker.
The water supply line is not open.
Open the water intake.
The ice cube maker drawer is not closed properly.
Push the drawer all the way in.
The ice cube tray is not positioned correctly.
Adjust the position of the ice cube tray.
The temperature in the Freezer Zone is too high.
Select a lower temperature.
The water supply to the ice cube maker has been
interrupted.
Check the water connection and the hose.
The filter in the end of the water inlet hose or the filter
in the connection on the appliance is blocked.
Clean the filters.
The water line has not been vented.
Have a qualified professional check that the water
line has been properly vented before calling
Technical Service.
The appliance door and/or freezer drawers have been
opened too frequently, causing the compressor to
turn on more frequently and the ice cube maker to
ice up.
Only open the appliance door and freezer drawers
when necessary and for as short a time as
possible.
Remember it can take up to 24hours to produce the
first ice cubes after initial commissioning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Problem Possible cause and solution
The ice cube maker is
only producing small
ice cubes.
The size of the ice cubes depends on the quantity of
water supplied. You are able to set this quantity as
required.
To make larger ice cubes, increase the amount of
water supplied to the ice cube maker.
The ice cubes have an
unpleasant odor or fla-
vor.
The ice cube maker is in constant use and needs to
be cleaned regularly.
Rinse the ice cube maker and water supply line
regularly (see “Cleaning and care - Rinsing the ice
cube maker”).
The ice cube maker is seldom used. If you do not use
it very often, ice cubes that are stored for a long
period can absorb the taste and smell of other items.
Empty the ice cube drawer if you are not going to
use the ice cube maker for a long time.
Rinse the ice cube maker and water supply line
regularly (see “Cleaning and care - Rinsing the ice
cube maker”).
There is unpackaged/unwrapped food in the freezer
section. Ice can absorb the taste and smell of
unwrapped food.
All food in the freezer section must be wrapped.
The ice cube drawer is dirty.
If necessary, clean the ice cube drawer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The interior lighting is not working.
Problem Possible cause and solution
The interior lighting is
not working.
The refrigeration appliance has not been turned on.
Turn the refrigeration appliance on.
Sabbath mode is on: The display is black and the
appliance is cooling.
Touch the settings button to exit Sabbath mode.
The temperature will then appear in the display and
the interior lighting will come on (see “Selecting
further settings – Switching Sabbath mode on/off”).
To avoid overheating, the interior lighting switches
itself off automatically after approximately 15minutes
if the appliance door is left open. If this is not the
cause, there is a fault.
Risk of electric shock due to exposed, live
electrical components.
When removing the lighting cover, there is a risk of
coming into contact with live electrical
components.
Do not remove the lighting cover. The LED lighting
may only be repaired or replaced by Customer
Service.
Risk of injury from LED lighting.
This lighting corresponds to risk group RG2. If the
cover is defective, there is a risk of eye injury.
If the lighting cover is defective, do not look from a
close range directly into the lighting with optical
instruments (e.g., magnifying glass or similar).
Contact Customer Service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Problem Possible cause and solution
The LED lighting on one
of the shelves is not
working.
The shelf is not sitting correctly on the shelf
supports.
Check that the shelf is positioned correctly on the
shelf supports. The shelf has a metal disc
(contacts) at the front left corner which supplies
power to the LED lighting.
Push in the shelf until it clicks into position.
The metal disc is not clean and dry.
Clean it with a damp cloth and dry with a lint-free
cloth.
The LED lighting on the stainless steel trim is faulty.
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 Customer
Service.
Risk of injury from LED lighting.
This lighting corresponds to risk group RG2. If the
cover is defective, there is a risk of eye injury.
If the lighting cover is defective, do not look from a
close range directly into the lighting with optical
instruments (e.g., magnifying glass or similar).
Replace the adjustable shelf with LED lighting. A
replacement is available from Customer Service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Problem Possible cause and solution
The LED lighting is not
working on any of the
shelves.
Liquid has come into contact with the LED lighting on
a shelf or the metal contacts in the left-hand shelf
supports.
The safety shut-off mechanism has switched off the
LED lighting on all the shelves.
Wipe the stainless steel trim with LED lighting with
a damp cloth and dry it or leave it outside the
appliance to dry. Clean the metal contacts in the
shelf supports in the same way.
Ensure that the contacts are clean and dry before
replacing the shelves with LED lighting.
Push in the shelf until it clicks into position.
Close the appliance door.
When the door is opened again, the interior lighting
will come on.
If this does not happen, there is a fault.
Contact Customer Service.
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Other problems
Problem Possible cause and solution
The door to the Freezer
Zone will not open be-
cause it has been
opened and closed too
many times in succes-
sion.
This is not a fault. The suction caused by opening
and closing the door is preventing the door from
opening. Wait approx. 1minute and then try again.
It should now open without force.
The floor of the refriger-
ator section is wet.
The drain hole is blocked.
Clean the condensate channel and the drain hole.
An alarm does not
sound even though the
appliance door has
been open for a long
time.
This is not a fault. The alarm tone has been
switched off in settings mode (see “Acoustic
signals” under “Selecting additional settings”).
The external walls of
the appliance feel
warm.
This is not a fault. The warmth created by the
evaporator is used to prevent condensation.
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Causes of noises
Normal
noises
Cause
Brrrrr... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise
can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on.
Blub, blub... A gurgling noise can be heard when the coolant circulates
through the pipes.
Click... Clicking sounds occur whenever the thermostat switches the
motor on or off.
Sssrrrrr... You can sometimes just hear the sound of the fan inside the
appliance.
Crack... A cracking sound can be heard when materials expand inside
the appliance.
Please bear in mind that a certain amount of noise is unavoidable (from the
compressor and the coolant circulating through the system).
Noises Possible cause and solution
Rattling,
clinking
The appliance is uneven. Realign the appliance using a spirit
level, by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the
appliance or place something underneath it.
The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of
furniture. Move it away.
Drawers, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking. Check all
removable items and refit them correctly.
Bottles or containers are touching each other. Separate them.
The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of the
appliance. Remove the cable clips.
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Customer Service
83
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 pieces of information can
be found on the data plate.
You will find the data plate inside your
appliance.
Appliance warranty and
product registration
You can register your product and/or
view the manufacturer´s warranty terms
and conditions for Miele appliances and
vacuum cleaners at
www.mieleusa.com.
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84
Demo mode
The appliance can be demonstrated in
the showroom or at exhibitions in
“Demo mode”. In this mode, the control
panel and interior lighting are active but
the compressor remains off.
Turning on demo mode
Switch the appliance off by touching
the On/Off button.
If this does not work, the safety lock
is activated.
The temperature shown on the display
will go out and the power connection
symbol appears.
Touch and hold the button.
At the same time, briefly touch the
on/off button (without letting go of
the button!).
Keep your finger on the button
until the symbol appears on the
display.
Release the button.
Demo mode is on and the symbol is
illuminated on the display.
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85
Turning off Demo mode
Thesymbol is illuminated in the
display.
Touch the settings sensor.
All symbols available for selection will
appear in the display and thesymbol
flashes.
Touch the sensors for setting the
temperature (or) repeatedly
until thesymbol flashes in the
display.
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The1 symbol flashes in the display
(meaning: Demo mode is active) and
thesymbol is illuminated.
Touch theorsensor so that the
symbol0appears in the display
(meaning: Demo mode is inactive).
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The selected setting will be adopted
and thesymbol will flash.
Touch the settings sensor to leave the
settings mode.
Otherwise the appliance will exit the
settings mode automatically after
approximately one minute.
Demo mode is turned off and
thesymbol disappears.
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Installation information
Side-by-side
The appliance has two side-wall heaters
encased in foam and can be installed
side-by-side with other appliances.
Each appliance must be installed in its
own niche.
Please contact your dealer for specific
information about which combinations
will work with your appliance.
WARNING! This appliance must
be built in, otherwise it could tip
over!
Install the appliance in accordance
with the installation instructions.
Fire hazard and risk of damage!
The appliance must not be installed
underneath a cooktop.
Installation location
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
When deciding where to install your
appliance, please bear in mind that the
energy consumption will increase if
installed near to a heater, a cooker, or
other appliance that gives off heat.
Direct sunlight should also be avoided.
The higher the room temperature, the
longer the compressor has to run and
the higher the energy consumption is.
When installing the appliance, please
note:
– The electrical socket must be easily
accessible in an emergency and not
concealed behind the appliance.
– The plug and power cord must not
touch the back of the appliance as
they could be damaged by vibrations
from the appliance.
– Do not plug other appliances into
electrical sockets behind this
appliance.
Risk of damage due to high
humidity.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on
external refrigeration appliance
panels, which can cause corrosion.
Install the refrigeration appliance in a
dry and/or air-conditioned room with
sufficient ventilation.
After installation, make sure that the
appliance doors close properly, the
ventilation gaps are not covered, and
the refrigeration appliance has been
installed in accordance with these
operating and installation
instructions.
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Climate class
The appliance is designed for use within
a certain climate range (ambient
temperatures) and should not be used
outside this range. The climate range of
the appliance is stated on the data plate
inside the appliance.
Climate
class
Room temperature
SN 50°F to 90°F / 10°C to 32°C
N 60°F to 90°F / 16°C to 32°C
ST 60°F to 100°F / 16°C to
38°C
T 60°F to 109°F / 16°C to
43°C
Operating in a room which is too cold
will cause the compressor to turn off for
too long, causing the internal
temperature in the appliance to rise,
resulting in damage.
Ventilation
WARNING! Fire hazard!
Operation of the appliance is limited.
Keep the ventilation slits free from
obstruction.
If the ventilation slits are not kept
free and unobstructed the
compressor will switch on more
often and will run for longer.
This can cause higher energy
consumption and to an increased
compressor operating temperature,
which can result in damage to the
compressor.
Do not block the ventilation slits.
The air at the back wall of the appliance
warms up. Therefore the cabinet must
be constructed in such a way that
ensures unhindered ventilation (see
“Built-in dimensions”).
– The air influx enters via the toe-
kick and the air outlet is at the top
at the rear of the cabinet.
– To ensure ventilation an air channel of
a minimum 9/16" (40mm) depth
must be provided at the back of the
appliance.
– The ventilation slits in the toe-kick, in
the cabinet and under the top of the
cabinet must provide a total passage
volume of at least 31 square inches
to allow the warm air to dissipate
unimpeded.
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If you wish to fit a grille in the
ventilation openings, the ventilation
openings must be larger than 31
square inches. The passage volume
of 31 square inches is the total area
of the opening slits in the grille.
– Important! The larger the ventilation
slits, the more economically the
appliance will work.
The ventilation slits must not be
blocked or obstructed in any way.
Clean the ventilation slits on a
regular basis.
Top ventilation gap
The ventilation gap at the top of the
appliance can be constructed in
different ways:
a
Directly above the appliance with a
ventilation grille (free airflow of at
least 31sqinches (200cm²))
b
Between the kitchen cabinetry and
the ceiling
c
In a suspended ceiling
Cabinet doors
An upper cabinet door for the
refrigerator section and a lower cabinet
door for the freezer section are
required.
The cabinet doors must be at least
5/8“ (16mm) / 3/4” (19mm) thick.
If the cabinet doors are too
heavy, this can cause damage!
Fitted cabinet doors that exceed the
permissible weight can cause
damage to the hinges, which can
affect the functioning of the
appliance.
Before fitting cabinet doors, ensure
that the weight of the door does not
exceed the maximum permitted.
Appliance Maximum weight of
cabinet door
Upper
cabinet
door
Lower
cabinet
door
KFNS 37692
iDE-1
37.5lbs
(17kg)
26.5lbs
(12kg)
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Calculation of cabinet door size
The width of the cabinet door
depends on the style of the kitchen and
the gap between the unit door panels.
When calculating the height of the
cabinet door, remember that the top
edge of the door must be at the same
height as that of the doors of the
adjacent units.
The following gaps are required:
– The horizontal gap between the
cabinet door and the cupboard door
above it must be at least 1/8" (3mm).
– The vertical gap between the cabinet
doors should be approx. 1/8" (3mm).
The exact value will depend on the
radius of the edge of the cabinet
door.
The cabinet door must be fitted
correctly and not under tension.
Tip: Please also see the diagram and
information on the following pages on
calculating the cabinet door height.
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Cabinet door dimensions
min
/
max
height of freezer section cabinet door
min
/
max
height of refrigerator section cabinet door
Refrigerator section cabinet door
Freezer section cabinet door
Refrigerator section appliance door
Freezer section appliance door
Fitted unit cover panel
Fitted unit cabinet base
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A 27 3/8" (695mm)
B 9/16" (15mm)
C 24 3/4" (629mm)
D 38 15/16" (989mm)
E 70 3/8" (1788mm)
F approx. 1/8" (3mm)
G
1-4
3/4" (19mm)
Calculating the height of the cabinet
doors
These examples are based on the
following measurements, which may
vary depending on the design of the
kitchen:
– The horizontal gap between cabinet
doors and is F=approx.
1/8" (3mm). This gap must be within
the hatched area (see drawing).
– The thickness of the cover panel
and the base of the fitted unit is
usually 3/4" (19mm).
–Height of freezer section cabinet
door
1. The freezer section cabinet door
must be at least A=273/8"
(695mm) to cover the bottom section
of the appliance.
2. To cover the front of the cabinet floor
panel, add the height of the
cabinet base to height A:
min
=A+G
4
= 281/8" (714mm).
3. The height of the cabinet door may
need to be altered depending on the
adjacent kitchen units:
max
=A+G
4
+D- 1/8" (3mm)
=289/16'' (726mm).
–Height of refrigerator section
cabinet door
This height is calculated on the basis of
the freezer section cabinet door
height:
1. Height of freezer section cabinet
door=
max
:
min
=A+G
3
+G
4
-
max
-
1/8“ (3mm)
=43 3/16” (1097mm)
2. Height of freezer section cabinet
door=
min
:
max
=A+G
3
+G
4
-
min
-
1/8“ (3mm)
=43 11/16” (1109mm)
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Before installing the appliance
Before installation, remove the bag of
installation and other accessories
from the appliance and remove the
profile strip from the outer appliance
door.
Do not remove the following from
the back of the appliance
– the spacers (depending on the
model). They ensure the distance
required between the back of the
appliance and the wall.
– the bags located in the metal grille
(heat exchanger, depending on
model).
These are required for the functioning
of the appliance. Their contents are
not toxic or hazardous.
Remove the cable clips from the back
of the appliance.
Remove red transport safety
device (depending on model) and
use the stopper supplied to cover the
hole.
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Wall spacer at the back
At a furniture depth of less than
213/4'' (553mm), you can remove the
wall spacer from the back of the
appliance so that you can push the
appliance right into the niche.
Removing the wall spacer can
increase energy consumption as
there is then a smaller ventilation
area.
Loosen the screw and remove the
wall spacer.
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Installation dimensions
* The declared energy consumption was achieved with a niche depth of
221/16“(560mm). The appliance is fully capable of functioning at a niche depth
of 215/8”(550mm), but will consume slightly more energy.
If the appliance is suitable for installation in a niche, ensure before installation
that it has precisely the correct dimensions. The specified ventilation grille
dimensions must be observed to ensure that the appliance functions correctly.
Niche height
A
Freezer section
B
KFNS 37692 iDE-1 69 3/4“-70 3/8”
(1772-1788 mm)
27 3/8" (695 mm)
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Limiting the opening angle of
the appliance doors
The door hinges are set to enable the
appliance doors to be opened wide.
However, if the opening angle of the
doors needs to be limited for any
reason, the hinge can be adjusted to
accommodate this.
If, for example, the appliance doors hit
an adjacent wall when they are opened,
you should limit the opening angle of
the appliance doors to approximately
90°.
The locking pins for limiting the door
opening must be fitted before the
appliance is installed.
The refrigerator section door must be
removed in order to insert the pins into
the upper hinge of the freezer section
door.
Insert the locking pins supplied for
limiting the door opening into the
hinges from above.
The appliance door opening angle is
now limited to approximately 90°.
Changing the door hinges
Always change the door hinging with
the assistance of another person.
The appliance is supplied with right-
hand hinging. If left-hand hinging is
required, the hinges must be changed:
To change the door hinging, you will
need the following tools:
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Open both appliance doors.
Remove the door shelves/bottle
shelves from the appliance door.
Remove the covers, , , and.
Danger of injury! The hinges can
snap closed.
Leave them open.
Slightly loosen the hinge screws
and.
Push the appliance doors and
outward and take them off.
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Undo the screws completely.
Fit the bracket on the opposite
side and attach the screws
loosely.
Undo the screws completely and
loosely screw them in on the opposite
side.
If you have inserted pins into the
hinges to limit the opening angle of
the door:
Lift the pins up and out of the hinges.
Carry out the following steps for each
door.
Unscrew the soft-close mechanism
The soft-close mechanism folds
in when dismantled.
Place the door with the front facing
down on a stable surface.
Remove the soft-close mechanism
from the ball joint.
Unscrew the mount and pull the
soft-close mechanism towards you
and off.
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Using a screwdriver, remove the ball
joint and screw it into the adjacent
hole.
Now turn over the appliance door so
that outer side faces upwards (hinges
remain open).
Do not close the hinges.
Remove the screws .
Place each hinge in the corner
diagonally opposite its original
position .
Fastening the soft-close mechanism
Now turn over the appliance door so
that the outer side faces downwards.
Screw the mount onto the hinge
and firmly tighten.
Pull the soft-close mechanism so
that it extends, and hook it onto the
ball joint.
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Push appliance doors and onto
screws and (pre-fitted) and
tighten screws and .
Replace covers , , and .
Refit the pins into the top of the
hinges to prevent the doors from
opening too far.
Building in the appliance
Two people are required to install the
appliance.
Install the appliance in a stable, solid
cabinet, positioned on an even and
level floor.
Secure the cabinetry against tipping.
Use a spirit level to align the cabinet.
The cabinet corners must be at 90°
angles to each other, otherwise the
cabinet door will not sit straight on all
4corners.
The required ventilation gaps must be
provided (see “Installation –
Installation notes”).
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To install the appliance, you will need
the following tools:
Parts required for installation:
All installation parts are number-coded.
This coding is also used in the
installation instructions.
– For building the appliance into the
niche:
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– For installing the cabinet doors:
All installation instructions given are
for a right-hand hinged appliance. If
you have converted the appliance to
left-hand hinging, you will need to
adapt these instructions accordingly.
Preparing the appliance
Position the appliance directly in front
of the cabinet niche.
Push the filler strip lugs into the
holders from the front.
If the appliance is hinged on the left,
slide the lugs into the right-hand
opening of the holder.
Risk of damage to the securing
bracket and cover.
The cover on the securing bracket
can easily become detached.
Always close the cover as soon as
you have finished working on the
bracket.
Loosely screw the securing
brackets into the pre-drilled holes
in the appliance door using hex
screws.
Tip: Secure a pair of securing brackets
in the handle area of the door.
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Close the covers.
Push the appliance two-thirds of the
way into the built-in niche. Take care
not to trap the power cord when
pushing the appliance into its niche.
Tip: Tie a piece of string to the plug to
“lengthen” the power cord; this will help
you to push the appliance into position.
Pull the power cord through the cabinet
by the other end of the string so that
the appliance can be connected to the
power supply easily after installation.
With 5/8" (16mm) thick cabinet walls
only:
Clip the spacers and onto the
right of the hinges.
Open the appliance doors.
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Remove the cover.
Loosely fit the connecting bracket
using the screws.
Tip: Do not tighten the screws so that
you can adjust the position of the
connecting bracket.
Push the contact component onto
the securing bracket.
Loosely fit the securing bracket
using the screws.
Tip: Do not tighten the screws so that
you can adjust the position of the
connecting bracket.
Carefully remove the protective film
from the sealing strip.
Stick the sealing strip onto the
side of the appliance on which the
door will open, flush with the front.
1. Align the sealing strip with the
bottom edge of the top fixing
bracket.
2. Stick it down along its entire length.
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Building in the appliance
If the appliance is pushed too far into
the niche, the doors may not close
properly once the cabinet doors have
been installed. This can cause ice to
build up, condensate to accumulate,
and cause the appliance to
malfunction. These can all lead to
increased energy consumption.
Push the appliance into the built-in
niche, making sure a gap of
15/8" (42mm) is maintained all
around between the appliance
casing and the front of the cabinet
side walls.
Now push the appliance into the
niche until all securing brackets at the
top and bottom are touching the front
edge of the cabinet side wall.
– 5/8" (16mm) thick walls:
The spacers should touch the front
edge of the cabinet side walls at the
top and bottom.
– 3/4" (19mm) thick walls:
The front edges of the top and
bottom hinges should be flush with
the front edge of the cabinet side
wall.
This ensures a distance of
15/8" (42mm) to the front edges of the
cabinet unit side walls all the way
round.
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Important for cabinetry with door
fittings (such as stubs and seals).
Take the dimensions of the fittings
into account.
Check to make sure there is a gap all
round of 15/8" (42mm) to the front
edges of the door fittings.
Pull the appliance forward by the
appropriate dimension.
Tip: If possible, remove the door fittings
and push the appliance into the niche
until all securing brackets at the top and
bottom are touching the front edge of
the cabinet side wall.
Align the appliance on both sides via
the adjustable feet so that it stands
upright.
Securing the appliance in the niche
Push the appliance onto the cabinet
wall on the hinge side.
Screw the particleboard screws
through the hinge plates in the order
shown to secure the appliance to the
cabinetry.
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Push the loose securing bracket
against the cabinet wall.
Fix the securing bracket to the
cabinet wall with the screw .
Tip: Pre-drill the hole.
The appliance must not pull back
into the unit, as otherwise the gap of
1 5/8" (42mm) will not be maintained
all the way round.
Push the protruding bracket toward
the cabinet wall using your thumb
while tightening the screws.
Fix the securing bracket to the
cabinet wall with the screws .
Tip: Pre-drill the holes.
Re-tighten screws and .
Snap off any protruding ends from
the securing bracket. They are no
longer required and can be disposed
of.
Place the covers and on the
securing bracket.
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To give the appliance additional
security in the niche, push the rods
supplied between the appliance and the
cabinet base:
First secure the handle to one of
the stabilizing rods.
Use the handle to push the stabilizing
rod into the guide as far as it will
go. Remove the handle and fit it to
the other stabilizing rod supplied and
push this into its guide as far as it will
go.
Tip: Keep the handle somewhere safe
in case you ever need to fit the
appliance into a new housing unit.
Close the appliance doors.
Fitting the cabinet doors
An installation set or an extra pair of
securing brackets is available from
Miele Customer Service or from
specialist retailers for the installation
of large or divided cabinet doors.
Complete the following steps on both
doors.
The distance between the appliance
door and the mounting frame is set to
5/16" (8mm) at the factory. Check
this distance and adjust it if
necessary.
Push the installation aids to the
height of the cabinet door. The lower
contact edge X of the installation aids
must be at the same height as the
upper edge of the cabinet door to be
installed (symbol).
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Tip: Push up the installation aids
together with the cabinet front until they
are at the same height as the
neighboring unit doors.
Unscrew the nuts and remove the
mounting frame together with the
installation aids.
Place the cabinet door on a stable
surface with the outer side facing
downward.
Draw a faint central line with a pencil
on the inside of the cabinet door.
Hang the mounting frame with the
installation aids on the inside of the
cabinet door. Align the mounting
frame centrally.
Attach the mounting frame securely
using at least 6 short particleboard
screws. (On raised paneled doors,
only use 4 screws on the edges.)
Tip: Pre-drill the holes.
Pull the installation aids upward to
remove them.
Turn them around and push them all
the way into the middle slots on the
mounting frame for safekeeping.
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Attach the side cover to the
mounting frame on the side opposite
the hinge.
Turn the cabinet door over and attach
the handle (if required).
Open the appliance door.
Hang the cabinet door on adjusting
bolts.
Screw nuts loosely onto the
adjusting bolts.
Adjusting the position of the door
Check the distance between the door
and adjacent cabinet doors. The
distance should be the same.
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X: side adjustments
Move the cabinet door.
Y: height adjustment
The distance between the appliance
door and the mounting frame is set to
5/16" (8mm). Only adjust the distance
within the specified range.
Turn the adjusting bolts with a
screwdriver.
While counterholding the adjusting
bolts with a screwdriver, tighten
the nuts.
The filler strip must not protrude; it
must completely disappear into the
niche.
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Open the cover.
Fit the screws into the holes.
Tip: Pre-drill the holes.
Risk of damage to the securing
bracket and cover.
The cover on the securing bracket
can easily become detached.
Always close the cover as soon as
you have finished working on the
bracket.
Close the cover and close the door.
Z: depth adjustment
Check the distance between the
cabinet door and the housing unit. A
distance of approximately 1/16" (2mm)
is required.
Undo screws and .
Tighten all the screws again.
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Replace the top covers and click
them into place.
Close the covers on the securing
brackets.
The appliance is properly installed in
the niche if:
– The doors close properly.
– The doors are not sitting against the
cabinet carcase.
– The seal on the top corner of the
handle side is firmly seated.
To check this, place a lamp that is
switched on inside the appliance and
close the appliance doors.
Make the room dark and then check
whether you can see light shining out
from the sides of the appliance. If so,
go back and check the individual
installation steps.
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Water connection
Information on the fresh water
connection
Risk of injury and appliance
damage if appliance is not
connected properly.
Failing to connect the appliance
properly can result in personal injury
and/or material damage.
The appliance may only be
connected to the fresh water
connection by qualified technicians.
Disconnect the refrigeration
appliance from the power supply
before connecting it to the water
supply.
Close the faucet before connecting
the refrigeration appliance to the
water supply.
Risk to health and risk of
damage due to contaminated water.
The quality of the incoming water
must conform to the requirements for
drinking water in the country where
the refrigeration appliance is being
used.
Connect the refrigeration appliance
to the drinking water supply.
Connection to the water supply must
comply with the applicable
regulations in the country where the
appliance is being installed. All
appliances and systems used to
supply water to the refrigeration
appliance must also comply with the
applicable regulations in the
respective country.
The water connection pressure needs
to be between 21and 87psi (1.5and
6bar).
Use fresh water to ensure that the
quality of the ice cubes remains high.
Connect the stainless steel hose to
the fresh water supply and avoid
connection to a water supply in
which the water might stagnate.
Only use the stainless steel hose
supplied. The stainless steel hose
must not be shortened, extended, or
replaced by a different hose.
The stainless steel hose must only
be replaced by an original Miele part.
The food-grade, stainless steel hose
is available to order from the Miele
online shop, from Miele Customer
Service, or from your local Miele
dealer.
A faucet must be provided between the
stainless steel hose and the fresh water
supply to ensure that the water supply
can be cut off if necessary.
Make sure that the faucet is still
accessible after the appliance has
been installed.
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The stainless steel hose supplied is
4' 11" (1.5 m)m long.
Water supply
Ensure that the connections are tight
and leak-proof.
Risk of damage to the stainless
steel hose.
The water supply from the faucet to
the ice cube maker has been
interrupted.
Do not bend or damage the stainless
steel hose.
Before establishing the fresh water
connection, ensure that the
appliance is disconnected from the
power supply.
The fresh water connection is at the
back of the appliance, at the bottom.
The connection parts included with the
appliance permit the connection of
various water lines (water line not
supplied). Do not connect old water
lines that have been used before.
The solenoid valve has a metric
R3/4 connection thread.
Remove the cap from the solenoid
valve.
Insert the adapter into the union
nut.
Risk of damage!
Do not insert the water filter the
wrong way around, as this can cause
damage.
Insert the water filter with the
depression facing downward toward
the adapter.
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Risk of damage!
Do not overtighten the union nut, as
this can cause damage.
Connect the union nut to the
solenoid valve, and tighten it.
If you want to divert the water line by
90°, screw on the elbow.
In case of a water line with a 1/4"
thread:
Connect the water line (e.g.,
copper) to the adapter or elbow
using the clamping ring and nut.
In case of a water line with a 7/16"-24
UNS thread:
Connect the water line directly to
the adapter or elbow (a
clamping ring and nut are not
required).
Secure the water line to the casing
using the retaining clip.
Slowly open the faucet in the water
supply line and check the whole
water system for leaks.
The appliance can now be connected
to the power supply (see “Electrical
connection“).
When pushing the appliance into the
niche, do not bend or damage the
water line.
Push the appliance into its final
position.
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Electrical connection
Danger of electric shock!
The appliance must only be switched
on when it has been installed in
accordance with the installation
instructions.
Ground the appliance.
The appliance must not be grounded
via a gas pipe.
If in doubt, have a suitably qualified
and experienced electrician check
that the installation complies with
relevant regulations.
Do not install a fuse into neutral
current or grounding electrical circuit.
Do not use extension cords or
ungrounded (two prong) adapters.
Do not use a frayed or damaged
power cord.
Danger of electric shock!
For protection against electric shock
this appliance is equipped with a
pole-free plug which is protected
against reverse polarity. The plug
must be grounded in the usual way.
Do not remove the round grounding
connector pin from the plug.
Use only a grounded plug adapter.
Wait for 1hour after installation before
plugging the appliance into the power
supply. This allows coolant and
refrigerator oil to settle in accordance
with regulations.
Ensure that the voltage of the main
power supply corresponds with the
connection voltage of the appliance. A
power supply of 110 - 120 V, 60 Hz and
15 Amp (20 Amp for side-by-side
installation) with a NEMA 5-15 molded
plug, which is protected by a main
switch or a fuse, is required to operate
the appliance.
The manufacturer recommends
operating the appliance on a separate
circuit to avoid overloading the
electrical circuit.
All relevant legal electrical, fire and
building regulations must be observed
when installing the socket and/or the
appliance.
In certain countries appliances are
required to be connected to the
electrical supply via a wall-mounted
ON/OFF switch.
To avoid the risk of fire, electric shock
or other injuries installation and
connection of the appliance must be
carried out by a suitably qualified
electrician in accordance with all
relevant local and national regulations
and standards, including fire prevention.
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The outlet must be easily accessible in
an emergency so that the appliance can
be quickly disconnected from the
electrical supply in case of an
emergency.
The socket must be located so that the
upper edge is a maximum
82" (2100mm) distance from the upper
edge of the base of the kitchen cabinet.
If the outlet is no longer accessible
once the appliance has been installed,
an all-pole disconnect device with a
contact opening of at least 1/8" (3mm)
must be present on site. The
disconnect device may be circuit
breaker, a fuse, or a contactor
(compliant with local regulations).
The plug and power cord must not
come into contact with the back of the
appliance as vibrations can cause
damage to these components. This, in
turn, could result in a short circuit.
Do not plug in other devices behind this
appliance.
Do not connect the appliance to an
inverter such as those used with an
autonomous energy source e.g. solar
power. When switched on, peak loads
in the system can cause the safety
switch-off mechanism to be triggered.
This can damage the electronic unit.
The appliance must not be used with
so-called energy-saving devices
either. These reduce the amount of
energy supplied to the appliance,
causing it to overheat.
If the power cord needs to be replaced,
this must be done by a qualified
technician.
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Phone:
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U.S.A.
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National Headquarters
Please have the model and serial number
of your appliance available when
contacting Customer Service.
Canada
Importer
Miele Limited
Headquarters and Miele Centre
800-843-7231
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Phone:
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