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Miele KFN 15943 DE edt/cs Operating And Installation Instructions

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Operating and Installation
Instructions
Fridge-freezer Combination
It is essential to read the operating and installation instructions be-
fore setup, installation, and commissioning. This prevents both per-
sonal injury and damage to the appliance.
en-US, CA
M.-Nr. 10 738 490

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  • Page 1 Operating and Installation Instructions Fridge-freezer Combination It is essential to read the operating and installation instructions be- fore setup, installation, and commissioning. This prevents both per- sonal injury and damage to the appliance. en-US, CA M.-Nr. 10 738 490...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............Caring for the environment ................15 Saving energy ....................17 Guide to the appliance ..................19 Control panel ....................... 19 Display LEDs and symbols on the display ............20 Accessories ....................... 23 Accessories supplied ..................23 Optional accessories...................
  • Page 3 Contents Changing the size of the ice cubes ..............37 Storing food in the fridge zone................. 38 Different storage zones ..................38 Food which is not suitable for storage in the fridge zone ........39 Notes on buying food..................40 Storing food correctly..................
  • Page 4 Contents Causes of noises ....................70 Customer Service....................71 Contact in the event of a fault ................71 Appliance warranty and product registration ............71 Water connection ....................72 Information on the plumbed-water connection........... 72 Electrical connection ..................75 Installation......................77 Side-by-side installation..................

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    “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.
  • Page 6 The refrigeration appli- ance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of ex- plosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation. ...
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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!
  • Page 8 - 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 refrigerant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the ap- pliance is in a small room, there is the danger of a combustible gas/ air mixture building up.
  • Page 9  If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Miele au- thorized technician in order to protect the user from harm. ...
  • Page 10  The ice cube maker must only be connected to a cold water line.  Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty con- nection to the fresh water supply.  Any manufacturer's warranty may be void if the appliance is not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.
  • Page 11 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  WARNING! DANGER of overheating! Do not cover or block the air vents. This can impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the power consumption and cause damage to the appliance.  If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic compo- nents as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
  • Page 12 Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage in- structions.  Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid. Stainless steel machines: ...
  • Page 13 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 two people. Disposal of your old appliance ...
  • Page 14 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  Splashes of coolant can cause damage to the eyes. Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal, e.g. by - puncturing the coolant channels in the evaporator, - kinking any pipework, - scratching the surface coating.

  • Page 15: Caring For The Environment

    Miele, free of charge. By law, you are solely responsible for deleting any personal data from the appliance prior to disposal. You are legally obliged to...
  • Page 16 Caring for the environment of charge. Please ensure that your old appliance poses no risk to children while being stored for disposal.

  • Page 17: Saving Energy

    Saving energy Normal Increased energy consumption energy consumption Installation/Main- In a well-ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly venti- tenance lated room. Protected from direct sun- In direct sunlight. light. Away from heat sources (ra- Near a heat source (radiator, diator, range/oven). oven).
  • Page 18 Saving energy Normal Increased energy consumption energy consumption The drawers, and shelves are arranged as they were when the appliance was de- livered. Only open the door when Frequent opening of the necessary and for as short a door for long periods will time as possible.

  • Page 19: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Control panel f Display LEDs (see “Display LEDs” ta- Sensor buttons for the refrigerator section settings area ble for explanation) a For turning the ice cube maker on g Display with temperatures and sym- and off bols (symbols only visible during use;...

  • Page 20: Display Leds And Symbols On The Display

    Guide to the appliance Display LEDs and symbols on the display Display LED Meaning  Automatic SuperCool The function can be selected depending on (left)/SuperFrost (right) the section (see “Using Automatic Super- Cool and SuperFrost”).  Power failure Flashes in the event of a power failure ...
  • Page 21 Guide to the appliance...
  • Page 22 Guide to the appliance a Control panel with display b Fan c Interior lighting d Bottle rack e Egg tray/door shelf f Holder with carbon filter (Active AirClean) g Adjustable shelf h Fruit and vegetable drawers i Bottle shelf with bottle holder j NoFrost module k Ice cube drawer with automatic ice cube maker...

  • Page 23: Accessories

    Accessories Bottle holder Accessories supplied Egg tray Butter dish Attach the bottle holder to the bottle shelf. The bottle holder can be moved left or Bottle rack right. This way you can be sure that the bottles will be more secure when the appliance door is opened and closed.

  • Page 24: Optional Accessories

    Accessories Cool pack Optional accessories A range of useful Miele accessories and care products are available for your ap- pliance. KKF-RF replacement charcoal filters (Active AirClean) Replacement filters to fit the holder are The cool pack prevents the temperature available. We recommend replacing the in the freezer section from rising too charcoal filters every 6 months.

  • Page 25: Before First Use

    The machine stainless steel frame inside the ma- doors, and side panels where applica- chine with the Miele stainless steel ble, have a layer of protective film too. conditioning agent immediately after removing the protective film (see ...

  • Page 26: Switching On And Off

    Switching on and off The temperature display for the Fridge Operating the machine Zone indicates the temperature in the A light touch of the finger on the sensor Fridge Zone. buttons is all that is required to operate - If the temperature in the Freezer Zone this machine.

  • Page 27: Switching Off The Entire Appliance

    Switching on and off Turning the refrigerator section on Switching off the entire appli- separately (if previously turned off) ance  To turn the refrigerator section on,  Touch the right-hand  On/Off but- touch the left-hand  On/Off button. ton until all of the displays go off. The refrigerator section will be turned If this does not work, the safety lock is on and will start to cool.
  • Page 28 Switching on and off  Clean the refrigeration appliance and leave the door ajar to air the appli- ance and avoid odors building up in- side. 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.

  • Page 29: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct ... in the refrigerator section temperature for storing food in the ap- We recommend a temperature of 39°F pliance. Bacteria will cause food which (4°C) in the refrigerator section. is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly.

  • Page 30: Temperature Display

    The correct temperature Temperature display Setting the temperature  Use the two  and  sensor buttons In normal operation, the upper tem- for the relevant section to set the perature display shows the current temperature higher or lower. average refrigerator section tem- perature and the lower temperature The following changes will be seen on display shows the highest freezer...

  • Page 31: Using Automatic Supercool And Superfreeze

    Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze The following functions are available When the SuperFrost function is turned depending on the section: off, the appliance will run at normal power again. - Refrigerator section Automatic SuperCool  Exceptions: - Freezer section - Placing food in the freezer that is al- SuperFrost ...

  • Page 32: Turning A Function On Or Off

    Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze Tip: Automatic SuperCool is particularly Turning a function on or off recommended for the rapid chilling of  Touch the sensor button for the func- large amounts of fresh food or drink. tion you want. When Automatic SuperCool is turned - The display LED next to the corre- on, the appliance will work at full power sponding symbol will light up and the...

  • Page 33: Temperature And Door Alarm

    Temperature and door alarm Your machine is equipped with a warn-  Health risk caused by decom- ing system to ensure that temperature posing food. increases in the freezer section do not If the temperature in the freezer re- go unnoticed and it also prevents en- mains above 0°F (-18°C) for a long ergy from being wasted when machine time, the frozen food may start to de-...

  • Page 34: Selecting Additional Settings

    Selecting additional settings Settings overview Selecting additional settings In Settings mode, certain settings can Turning Sabbath mode on and  be adjusted and functions selected, al- lowing you to adjust the refrigeration  Setting the display brightness appliance to suit your requirements. ...
  • Page 35 Selecting additional settings Switching Sabbath mode on/off Ensure that the appliance doors are properly closed, as audible and visual  Press the SuperFrost  button to the alarms are turned off. right of the display for approximately 5 seconds. Any power failure during this time will not be shown on the display.

  • Page 36: Changing The Temperature Unit (°C/°F)

    Selecting additional settings Changing the temperature unit Activating and deactivating the (°C/°F) safety lock The temperature can be displayed in ei- The safety lock can be activated to pre- ther Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C). vent the refrigeration appliance being turned off by mistake.

  • Page 37: Changing The Size Of The Ice Cubes

    Selecting additional settings MENU lights up on the display and  Changing the size of the ice flashes. cubes  Touch the  On/Off button to exit The size of the ice cubes depends on Settings mode. the quantity of water being taken in. You are able to set this quantity accord- ing to your wishes.

  • Page 38: Storing Food In The Fridge Zone

    Storing food in the fridge zone Different storage zones Do not load more than a maximum of 35 lb (16 kg) of food in the appliance Due to natural air circulation, there are door. different temperature zones in the re- frigerator section. ...

  • Page 39: Food Which Is Not Suitable For Storage In The Fridge Zone

    Storing food in the fridge zone Coldest area Food which is not suitable for storage in the fridge zone The coldest area in the refrigerator sec- tion is directly above the fruit and veg- Not all food is suitable for refrigeration etable drawers and at the back.

  • Page 40: Notes On Buying Food

    Storing food in the fridge zone Notes on buying food Storing food correctly The freshness of the food when it is first Ensure that food stored in the refrigera- placed in the appliance is the most im- tor section is in packaging or covered portant factor for how long it stays properly.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Interior Fittings (Refrigerator Section)

    Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section) Moving the adjustable shelves Adjusting the bottle rack Stops prevent the shelves from being dislodged by mistake. The bottle rack can be placed at differ- ent positions in the appliance.  Lift the bottle rack slightly at the front, pull it forward a little, lift the recess ...

  • Page 42: Removing Fruit And Vegetable Drawers On Rollers

    Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section) Removing fruit and vegetable Adjusting the door shelf/bottle drawers on rollers shelf The fruit and vegetable drawers are on Danger of injury! rollers and can be fully pulled out for fill- Only move the door shelves/bottle ing and emptying.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Bottle Holder

    Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section) Adjusting the bottle holder Moving the carbon filter The bottle holder can be moved left or When you are storing very strong- right. This way you can be sure that the smelling food (e.g., cheese): bottles will be more secure when the - Place the holder with the carbon fil- machine door is opened and closed.

  • Page 44: Freezing And Storing Food

    Freezing and storing food reabsorb it during the defrosting Always observe USDA food safety process, and very little water collects guidelines. around the defrosted food.  Risk of fire from electrical appli- Storing frozen food ances. Never re-freeze partially or fully de- Operating electrical devices in the frosted food.

  • Page 45: Home Freezing

    Freezing and storing food - Placing hot food or drink in the Home freezing freezer causes food that is already Only freeze food that is fresh and in frozen to partially thaw and increases good condition. energy consumption. Allow hot food and drink to cool down before plac- Tips for home freezing ing it in the freezer.
  • Page 46 Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the freezer – Freezing the maximum amount of food (see data plate)  When freezing more than 4.4 lbs (2 kg) of fresh food, turn on the Su- If the ventilation slots are obstructed, perFrost function for some time be- the cooling performance will de- fore placing the food in the freezer crease and energy consumption will...
  • Page 47 Freezing and storing food Storage time for frozen food Defrosting frozen goods The storage life of food is very variable, Never re-freeze partially or fully de- even at a constant temperature of 0°F frosted food. Defrosted food may only (-18°C). Decomposition processes also be re-frozen after it has been cooked.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Freezing and storing food Cooling drinks quickly Using accessories  Risk of injury from broken glass! Using the cool pack Bottles and cans of drinks, particu- The cool pack prevents the temperature larly carbonated drinks, can burst in the freezer zone from rising too when frozen.

  • Page 49: Making Ice Cubes

    Making ice cubes Turning on the ice cube maker For the automatic ice cube maker to operate, it must be connected to a Only make normal domestic quantities water supply (see “Installation – Water of ice cubes with the ice cube maker. supply”).

  • Page 50: Making A Large Quantity Of Ice Cubes

    Making ice cubes Making a large quantity of ice Changing the size of the ice cubes cubes The amount of ice cubes made by the The size of the ice cubes depends on machine depends on the temperature in the quantity of water being taken in. the freezer section.

  • Page 51: Turning Off The Ice Cube Maker

    Making ice cubes Turning off the ice cube maker The ice cube maker can be turned off independently of the freezer section if you do not want to make any ice cubes. Tip: 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.

  • Page 52: Defrosting

    Defrosting Freezer Zone  WARNING! DANGER of injury and damage! The appliance is equipped with a Do not use any mechanical or other “NoFrost” system. The freezer defrosts types of aids which are not recom- automatically. mended by the manufacturer to ac- The moisture generated in the appli- celerate the defrosting process.

  • Page 53: Cleaning And Care

    The stainless steel machine doors Unplug the appliance or trip the cir- have a special coating that is resistant cuit breaker. to dirt. Do not use the Miele stain- less steel conditioning agent on  WARNING! Fire hazard! these surfaces, as this will cause no- ticeable smearing.

  • Page 54: Preparing The Machine For Cleaning

    Soiling is gently removed and each  Remove the door shelves/bottle time the Miele stainless steel condi- tioning agent is used, it forms a pro- shelves from the machine door. tective film against dirt and water.

  • Page 55: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Dismantling an adjustable shelf Cleaning the interior and ac- cessories Before cleaning the adjustable shelf, re- move the white protective strip at the The appliance should be cleaned back of the shelf. Proceed as follows: regularly (at least once a month). ...
  • Page 56 We recommend us- ing the Miele stainless steel condi- tioning agent for this. Tip: It is important to use the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent for maintenance too, as this will protect the stainless steel surface and prevent it...

  • Page 57: Cleaning The Machine Front And The Side Panels

    Do not use Miele stainless steel All surfaces are easily scratched. conditioning agent on these sur- Contact with unsuitable cleaning faces, as it will cause noticeable agents can alter or discolor the sur- smearing.

  • Page 58: Starting Up The Appliance After Cleaning

     Replace all shelves and accessories in the appliance. Replacement KKF-RF carbon filters  Reconnect to the power supply and can be obtained from Miele Customer switch the appliance back on. Service, from your dealer, or from Miele’s website.  Switch on the automatic SuperFreeze...
  • Page 59 Cleaning and care  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.

  • Page 60: Frequently Asked Questions

    You can save time and money in many cases, as you do not need to contact Miele Customer Service. Information to help you rectify faults yourself can be found at www.miele.com/ser- vice. The following tables are designed to help you to find the cause of a malfunction or a fault and to resolve it.
  • Page 61 Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution 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.
  • Page 62 Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution The compressor comes This is not a fault. The temperature setting is too on less and less often high. and for shorter periods  Correct the temperature setting. of time. The tempera- ...
  • Page 63 Frequently asked questions Messages in the display Message Possible cause and solution DEMO is shown on the Demo mode is switched on. This allows the refriger- display. The refrigera- ation appliance to be presented in the showroom tion appliance does not without the cooling system being turned on.
  • Page 64 Frequently asked questions Message Possible cause and solution The  display LED is lit The temperature alarm has been activated (see up and an alarm is also “Temperature and door alarm”). The temperature in sounding. the freezer section has risen above or fallen below the temperature set.
  • Page 65 Frequently asked questions Message Possible cause and solution The  display LED is lit There is a power failure: The temperature in the ap- up and an alarm is also pliance over the last few days or hours has risen too sounding.
  • Page 66 Frequently asked questions Problems with the ice cube maker Problem Possible cause and solution You cannot turn the ice The appliance is not connected to the power supply cube maker on. or is not switched on.  Reconnect to the power supply and switch the ap- pliance back on.
  • Page 67 Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution The ice cube maker is Several household appliances connected to the fresh producing only small water supply are in operation, which has reduced the ice cubes. amount of water being taken in. ...
  • Page 68 Frequently asked questions The interior lighting is not working. Problem Possible cause and solution The interior lighting is The refrigeration appliance has not been turned on. not working.  Turn the appliance on. Sabbath mode is switched on: the temperature dis- play is dark and  is shown in the display.
  • Page 69 Frequently asked questions Other problems Problem Possible cause and solution Food has frozen to- The food packaging was not dry when loaded in the gether or to the wall. freezer.  Use a blunt instrument (such as a spoon handle) to carefully pry them apart.

  • Page 70: Causes Of Noises

    Causes of noises Normal Cause noises 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.

  • Page 71: Customer Service

    In the event of a fault which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele dealer or Miele Customer Service. You can book a Miele Service Call on- line at www.miele.com/service. Contact information for Miele Cus- tomer Service can be found at the end of this document.

  • Page 72: Water Connection

    Water connection The appliance is only suitable for Information on the plumbed- connection to a cold water supply, water connection which  Risk of injury and appliance - is directly connected to the water damage if appliance is not con- supply in order to ensure a circulation nected properly.
  • Page 73 Water connection  Remove the cap  from the solenoid Before establishing the fresh water valve . connection, ensure that the appli- ance is disconnected from the power  Insert the adapter  into the union supply. nut . The fresh water connection is at the ...
  • Page 74 Water connection  Secure the water line  to the casing using the retaining clip .  Slowly open the faucet in the water supply line and check the whole wa- ter system for leaks.  The appliance can now be connected to the power supply (see “Electrical connection“).

  • Page 75: Electrical Connection

    *INSTALLATION* Electrical connection Wait for 1 hour after installation before  Danger of electric shock! plugging the appliance into the power The appliance must only be switched supply. This allows coolant and refriger- on when it has been installed in ac- ator oil to settle in accordance with reg- cordance with the installation in- ulations.
  • Page 76 1/8" (3 mm) Miele product must also be maintained must be present on site. The discon- in isolated operation or in operation that nect device may be circuit breaker, a...

  • Page 77: Installation

    Installation Please contact your dealer for specific  Fire hazard and risk of damage information about which combinations from appliances that give off heat. will work with your machine. Appliances that give off heat can catch fire and set fire to the refrigera- tion appliance.

  • Page 78: Installation Location

    Installation Installation location  Risk of damage due to conden- sation on external appliance panels. This appliance should be installed in a dry, well-ventilated room. In environments with high humidity, condensation can build up on exter- When deciding where to install your ap- nal appliance panels, which can pliance, please bear in mind that the cause corrosion.

  • Page 79: Ventilation

    (16 to 32°C) damaged when opened, for example. 61 to 100°F The door opening angle limiter is avail- (16 to 38°C) able from Miele Service or your Miele dealer. 61 to 109°F (16 to 43°C) SN-ST 50 to 100°F (10 to 38°C)

  • Page 80: Installing The Appliance

    Installation Fitting the anti-tip device Installing the appliance  Danger of injury!  Two people are required to install Due to the sheer size and weight of the appliance. the appliance, it needs to be ensured that it cannot tip forward when the ...

  • Page 81: Aligning The Appliance

    Installation  Prepare the refrigerator for installation as close as possible to its intended installation location.  Release the power cord from the back of the appliance.  Remove any cord clips from the back of the appliance.  Connect the refrigerator to the house- hold water supply as described in the section on “Water connection”.
  • Page 82 Installation " (5) If necessary, also align the appliance’s rear feet using the 2 front adjusting devices  (located next to the front feet).  Using a socket wrench, turn the ad- justing device  clockwise to raise the appliance up at the back. Leveling the appliance door ...

  • Page 83: Installing The Appliance In A Run Of Kitchen Units

    Installation Installing the appliance in a run of kitchen units  Fire hazard and risk of damage due to insufficient ventilation. If the refrigeration appliance is not ventilated sufficiently, the compres- sor will run more frequently and for longer periods. This causes in- creased energy consumption and an increased compressor operating temperature, which can result in...
  • Page 84 Installation To match the height of the kitchen units in the run, the appliance can be fitted with a suitable top box . When installed next to a wall , a dis- tance of at least 2 3/16" (55 mm) must be maintained on the hinge side be- tween the wall ...

  • Page 85: Appliance Dimensions

    Installation Appliance dimensions...
  • Page 86 Installation [in (mm)] [in (mm)] [in (mm)] KFN 15943 DE edt/cs 78 3/4" (2000) 79 3/16" (2012) 79 1/2" (2020) * When the gap between the back of the appliance and the wall is less than 2 " (51 mm), the energy consumption will increase. Please note that a spacer will be required if anti-tip de-...

  • Page 87: Changing The Door Hinges

    Changing the door hinges The appliance is supplied with right- Removing the door handles hand hinging. If left-hand hinging is re- quired, the hinges must be changed.  Risk of injury and damage when changing the door hinging. There is an increased risk of injury and damage if the refrigeration appli- ance is installed by a single person.
  • Page 88 Changing the door hinges Removing the upper soft-close mechanism  Open the upper machine door.  If the door seal is damaged, the machine door may not close properly and cooling performance will be re- duced. Condensation will form in the inside and this can cause a build-up of ice.
  • Page 89 Changing the door hinges  Push the pin  up and out from be-  Push the soft-close mechanism low using a flat-headed screwdriver. bracket  as far as it will go toward the handle side.  Remove the cover .  Loosen the screw  in the soft-close Now the soft-close mechanism and the mechanism and spacer.
  • Page 90 Changing the door hinges Removing the upper appliance  Danger of injury when removing door the upper appliance door! As soon as the hinge pin is located in the upper appliance door rather than in the middle hinge plate, the lower appliance door is not secure and could fall off.
  • Page 91 Changing the door hinges Removing the lower soft-close mechanism  Open the lower appliance door.  If the door seal is damaged, the appliance door may not close prop- erly and cooling performance will be reduced. Condensation will form in the inside and this can cause a build-up of ice.
  • Page 92 Changing the door hinges  Tip the appliance back slightly, with the help of another person if required.  Push the soft-close mechanism bracket  as far as it will go toward the handle side.  Push the pin  up and out from be- ...
  • Page 93 Changing the door hinges  Attach the cover  on the opposite Removing the lower appliance side. door  Close the lower appliance door.  Danger of injury when removing the lower appliance door! As soon as the hinge pin has been removed from the lower appliance door in the following instructions, the door is no longer secure.
  • Page 94 Changing the door hinges  Important! Screw the adjustable Refitting the lower appliance foot  into the hinge pin  as far as door it will go.  Reinsert the hinge pin  complete with washer  and adjustable foot . Important! The lug on the hinge pin must point to the back again.
  • Page 95 Changing the door hinges Inserting the lower soft-close mechanism  Use the screw  to secure the spacer and soft-close mechanism in place.  Remove the cover  from the panel , turn it 180°, and reinsert it on the other side.  Attach the panel  onto the soft- close mechanism bracket .
  • Page 96 Changing the door hinges Refitting the upper appliance door  Fit the upper appliance door onto the hinge pin  in the middle of the ap- pliance.  Close the upper appliance door.  Replace the panel  onto the soft- close mechanism from above, click- ing it back into place first at the bot- tom and then at the top.
  • Page 97 Changing the door hinges Inserting the upper soft-close mechanism  Use the screw  to secure the spacer and soft-close mechanism in place.  Remove the cover  from the panel , turn it 180°, and reinsert it on the other side.  Attach the panel  onto the soft- close mechanism bracket .
  • Page 98 Changing the door hinges The mounting plate  must be posi- tioned on the door casing so that when the door is closed it is flush with the outer wall of the appliance.  Firmly tighten all 4 screws .  From the appliance side, slide the sidebar ...

  • Page 99: Aligning The Machine Doors

    Aligning the machine doors The machine doors can be aligned with To align the upper machine door, use the machine casing after they have the outer slots in the middle hinge plate: been fitted. In the following illustration, the ma- chine door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what you have to do.
  • Page 103 Customer Service. U.S.A. Canada Miele, Inc. Importer Miele Limited National Headquarters Headquarters and Miele Centre 9 Independence Way 161 Four Valley Drive Princeton, NJ 08540 www.mieleusa.com Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8 www.miele.ca Customer Support Phone: 888-99-MIELE (64353) Customer Care Centre info@mieleusa.com...
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