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Miele KS3x422iD Operating And Installation Instructions

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To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the
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en - AU, NZ
M.-Nr. 09 939 470

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en - AU, NZ M.-Nr. 09 939 470...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide to the appliance ..........4 Optional accessories .
  • Page 3 Warranty ............50 Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents....51 Demo mode r.

  • Page 4: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Control panel a For switching the entire appliance on d For setting the temperature and off. (X colder), selection sensor in settings mode b Optical interface (for Service only) e For confirming a selection c On/Off sensor for the SuperCool (OK sensor) function f For setting the temperature...
  • Page 5 Guide to the appliance Explanation of symbols Symbol Meaning Function Safety lock Secures against unintended switching off of the appliance, unintended temperature adjustment, unintended switching on of SuperCool, and unintended entry of settings Audible tones Selection options for the keypad tone and the door alarm tone Display brightness Setting the brightness of the display...
  • Page 6 Guide to the appliance a Control panel b Fan c Adjustable shelf with lighting (FlexiLight) d Egg tray / Door shelf e Adjustable shelf f Bottle rack g Bottle shelf h Condensate channel and drain hole i Interior lighting for fruit and vegetable drawer* j Fruit and vegetable drawer* * Depending on model...

  • Page 7: Optional Accessories

    Guide to the appliance Optional accessories Care of stainless steel – Each application of the Original Miele Stainless steel trim with LED lighting care product for stainless steel forms for adjustable shelf (FlexiLight) a durable protective film that is stain and water resistant.

  • Page 8: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposing of your old material appliance The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances has been selected from materials which often contain materials which, if are environmentally friendly for disposal handled or disposed of incorrectly, and can normally be recycled.

  • Page 9: Warning And Safety Instructions

    They contain important notes on the installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.
  • Page 10 Furthermore, the appliance must not be operated in areas where explosions may occur. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including...
  • Page 11 In the event of any damage: – avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark, – switch off at the mains and unplug the appliance, – ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and – contact Miele for advice.
  • Page 12 If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger. Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi-socket unit or an extension lead.
  • Page 13 Repairs and installation work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Installation, maintenance work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a Miele approved service technician. The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.
  • Page 14 Warning and Safety instructions 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 of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
  • Page 15 Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and "use by" dates. Use only Miele Original spare parts. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.
  • Page 16 Warning and Safety instructions Transporting the appliance To avoid damaging the appliance, it must be transported upright in its packaging. The appliance is very heavy and therefore needs to be transported by at least two people. Danger of injury and damage! Disposal of your old appliance Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door lock unusable.

  • Page 17: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation/ In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, Maintenance unventilated room. Protected from direct In direct sunlight. sunlight. Not situated near a heat Situated near a heat source source (radiator, oven). (radiator, oven).
  • Page 18 How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Do not change the arrangement of the drawers and shelves as when delivered. Only open the door when Frequent opening of the door necessary and for as short a for long periods will cause a time as possible.

  • Page 19: Switching The Appliance On And Off

    Switching the appliance on and off Before using for the first time Bottle holder The fins of the bottle holder jut out into Packaging material the bottle shelf and make bottles more ^ Remove all packaging material from secure when opening and closing the the inside of the appliance.

  • Page 20: Operating The Appliance

    Switching the appliance on and off Operating the appliance Switching off A light touch of the finger on the sensors is all that is required to operate this appliance. Each touch of a sensor is confirmed ^ Touch the On/Off sensor. with a keypad tone.

  • Page 21: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time

    Switching the appliance on and off Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst on holiday: ^ switch the appliance off, ^ switch off at the wall and withdraw the plug from the socket, or disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw-out fuse in countries where...

  • Page 22: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature Temperature display It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the In normal operation the temperature appliance. Micro-organisms will cause display shows the current mean food which is not stored at the correct refrigerator temperature.

  • Page 23: Setting The Temperature

    The correct temperature Setting the temperature Approximately 5 seconds after you release the sensor, the actual ^ Use both sensors underneath the temperature in the appliance will be display to set the temperature. displayed. By touching ^ Touch OK to confirm your selection. When you have adjusted the temperature, wait for approx.

  • Page 24: Supercool

    SuperCool SuperCool Switching off SuperCool The SuperCool function can be used to The SuperCool function switches off rapidly reduce the temperature in the automatically after approx. 12 hours. refrigerator section to its lowest setting The refrigerator then operates with (depending on the room temperature). normal cooling performance.

  • Page 25: Door Alarm

    Door alarm Switching the alarm off early The appliance is fitted with a warning system to avoid increased energy If the noise of the alarm disturbs you, consumption and food becoming warm you can switch the alarm off early if you if the door is left open.

  • Page 26: Further Settings

    Further settings Safety lock 0 Certain settings on the appliance can only be selected in the settings mode. The safety lock secures against inadvertent: While you are in settings mode, the door alarm and any other fault – switching off, messages are suppressed, but the –...

  • Page 27: Audible Tones )

    Further settings Audible tones ) The appliance features audible tones such as a keypad tone and warning tone for the door alarm. ^ By touching either the X or Y sensor The keypad tone and door alarm you can now set whether the safety warning tone can be switched on or off, lock is to be switched on or off: but the temperature alarm cannot be...

  • Page 28: Display Brightness S

    Further settings Display brightness s You can adjust the display brightness to suit the light conditions in the room. The display brightness can be adjusted ^ By touching the X or Y sensor you in steps from 1 to 3. The factory default can now select: setting is 3 (maximum brightness).

  • Page 29: Sabbath Mode

    Further settings Sabbath mode ¬ The appliance offers a Sabbath programme for the purposes of religious observance. ^ By touching the X or Y sensor you The following are switched off: can adjust the display brightness: 1: minimum brightness – the interior lighting when the door is 2: medium brightness opened 3: maximum brightness...
  • Page 30 Further settings The selected setting is applied, the ¬ Switching on Sabbath mode symbol lights up. As soon as the ¬ symbol goes out in the display, Sabbath mode is switched ^ Touch the settings sensor. All selectable symbols appear in the display and the 0 symbol flashes.

  • Page 31: Using The Refrigerator Efficiently

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones Warmest area Due to the natural circulation of the air The warmest area is in the top section in the appliance, there are different of the door. Use this for storing butter temperature zones in the refrigerator. and cheese.

  • Page 32: Food Which Should Not Be Stored In A Refrigerator

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which should not be Do not store explosive materials in stored in a refrigerator the appliance or any products Not all food is suitable for refrigeration containing propellants (e.g. spray at temperatures below 5 °C. cans).

  • Page 33: When Shopping For Food

    Using the refrigerator efficiently When shopping for food Storing food correctly The freshness of food when first placed Food should generally be stored in the appliance is an important factor covered or wrapped. This will prevent in determining how long it stays fresh, food smells from affecting other foods, and how long it can be kept in the food from drying out, and also any...

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelf / Adjustable shelf / Adjustable bottle shelf shelf with lighting ^ Lift up the bottle shelf / door shelf The LED lighting is located on the and pull it towards you to remove it. stainless steel trim of the adjustable shelf.

  • Page 35: Fruit And Vegetable Drawer

    Adjusting the interior fittings Fruit and vegetable drawer Stops prevent the shelves from being pulled out accidentally. (depending on model) The fruit and vegetable drawer sits on Adjusting the bottle rack telescopic runners and can be (depending on model) removed for the purposes of loading and unloading, or cleaning.

  • Page 36: Automatic Defrosting

    Automatic defrosting The refrigerator defrosts automatically. Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator whilst in use. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the appliance. The condensate is drained away through a channel and drain hole, then fed into an evaporation system at the...

  • Page 37: Cleaning And Care

    – sharp metal scrapers. left-hand shelf support. To clean stainless steel surfaces on Cleaning water must not get into the the appliance, use the Original Miele drain hole. care product for stainless steel (see Guide to the appliance - Optional Do not use a steam cleaning accessories").

  • Page 38: Adjustable Shelf / Adjustable Shelf With Lighting

    Cleaning and care Before cleaning Stainless steel strip with LED ^ Switch off the appliance. lighting The display goes dark and the Important! Always loosen the side cooling is switched off. without the contacts (metal discs) If this is not the case, the safety lock for the LED lighting first.

  • Page 39: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and Cleaning the door shelf / bottle shelf accessories The stainless steel fascias on the door shelf and bottle shelf are not Clean the appliance at least once a dishwasher-safe. month. To remove the stainless steel fascias: Remove any soiling immediately - do not allow it to dry on.

  • Page 40: Door Seals

    Ensure these contacts are clean and ^ Remove any soiling on stainless steel dry before inserting the adjustable strips and fascias with the Miele care shelf with lighting. product for stainless steel. ^ Reconnect the appliance to the ^ Always apply this care product after electricity supply and switch it on.

  • Page 41: Problem Solving Guide

    Miele. If, after consulting this guide, you cannot remedy the problem, please contact Miele. Please note, however, that a call-out fee will be applied to unnecessary ser- vice visits where the problem could have been rectified as described in these operating instructions.
  • Page 42 Problem solving guide The compressor runs more and more often and for longer periods of time, the temperature in the appliance drops. Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Correct the temperature The temperature in The temperature setting is setting. the appliance is too too low.
  • Page 43 Problem solving guide The compressor runs more and more often and for longer periods of time, the temperature in the appliance drops. Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Do not block the The compressor is The ventilation gaps in the ventilation gaps. switching on more housing unit have been frequently and for...
  • Page 44 This is not a fault. setting. the appliance is too high. ^ Check the temperature again after 24 hours. Information in the display Problem Possible cause Remedy "F0 to F9" appears in ^ Call Miele. There is a fault. the display.
  • Page 45 ^ Push in the shelf until it clicks into position. ^ Close the appliance door. When the door is reopened, the interior lighting will work again. ^ Call Miele. If this is not the case, then there is a fault.
  • Page 46 ^ Replace the stainless The LED lighting on the steel strip with LED stainless steel strip is faulty. lighting. It can be ordered from Miele. The light cover must not be removed. Should the cover be damaged or need to be removed due to damage, exercise caution.
  • Page 47 ^ Call Miele. If this is not the case, then there is a fault. The LED lighting may only be repaired or changed by a Miele authorised service technician. Current-carrying components are located underneath the light cover. Danger of injury and...
  • Page 48 Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Switch the safety lock off You cannot switch The safety lock is switched on. The 0 symbol lights up. (see "Settings - Switching the appliance off. the safety lock on/off"). None.

  • Page 49: Noises

    Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on. Blubb, blubb ... A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes.

  • Page 50: After Sales / Warranty

    After Sales / Warranty In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, please contact Miele. See the end of this booklet for contact details. When contacting Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance.

  • Page 51: Information For Miele Centers And Chartered Agents

    Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents Demo mode r This appliance can be presented in Miele Centers and retail stores with the help of the "Demo mode". The controls ^ Place your finger on the X sensor, and lighting will work, but the and leave it there.
  • Page 52 Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents Switching off Demo mode The r is illuminated in the display. ^ Touch the X or Y sensor so that 0 appears in the display (Demo mode is inactive). ^ Touch the settings sensor.

  • Page 53: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out Do not connect the appliance to the by a suitably qualified and competent mains electricity supply by an extension person in strict accordance with current lead or a plug adapter. Extension leads local and national safety regulations.

  • Page 54: Installation Advice

    For prevention, it is advisable to install the appliance with Please contact Miele for information sufficient ventilation in a dry and/or on which combinations are suitable an air-conditioned room.

  • Page 55: Ventilation

    Installation advice Ventilation – The ventilation cross-sections in the plinth, housing unit and above the The ventilation gaps given must be appliance must amount to at least adhered to, otherwise the 200 cm to ensure that air can compressor will be activated more circulate without hindrance.

  • Page 56: Before Installation

    Installation advice Before installation ^ Before installation, remove the accessories bag containing installation components and accessories from the appliance, and remove the sealing strip from the appliance door. ^ Do not remove the following from the rear of the appliance: ^ Open the appliance door and remove the red transport clips a (depending on model).

  • Page 57: Does Your Old Appliance Have A Different Hinging Mechanism

    All the necessary parts are supplied or can be ordered from Miele. Stainless steel front (depending on model) The old door can be replaced by a stainless steel front if required. Call Miele for information on suitable stainless steel fronts.

  • Page 58: Building-In Dimensions

    Building-in dimensions Before installation, ensure the building-in niche matches the required dimensions. The required ventilation cross-sections must be adhered to in order to ensure the correct functioning of the appliance. Niche height [mm] KS 35422 iD 1397 – 1413 KS 37422 iD 1772 –...

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Door Hinges

    Adjusting the door hinges The door hinges are set at the factory to enable the door to be opened wide. If the opening angle of the door needs to be limited for any reason, the hinge can be adjusted to accommodate this. –...

  • Page 60: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging Two people are needed for changing the door hinging. This appliance is delivered with right-hand door hinging. If you wish to use left-hand hinging, the hinges must be changed: To change the door hinging, you will need the following tools: ^ Open the appliance door.
  • Page 61 Changing the door hinging Removing the soft-close mechanism Risk of injury! When removed from the unit, the soft-close mechanism snaps shut. ^ Place the door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. ^ Unscrew the screws d completely. ^ Place the fixing element g on the opposite side and loosely screw in the screws d.
  • Page 62 Changing the door hinging ^ Now turn over the appliance door so Securing the soft-close mechanism that outer side faces upwards ^ Now turn over the appliance door so (hinges remain open). that the outer side faces downwards. Do not close up the hinges. ^ Screw the mounting i onto the hinge and tighten securely.
  • Page 63 Changing the door hinging ^ Hang the appliance door f and onto the pre-fitted screws d and , and securely tighten the screws d and ^ Replace covers a, b and c. ^ Refit the locking pins into the top of the hinges to prevent the doors opening too far.

  • Page 64: Installation

    Installation To install the appliance, you will Due to the size and weight of the need the following: appliance, it is essential that installation is carried out by two people. ^ Install the appliance in a stable, solid housing unit, positioned on an even, horizontal floor.

  • Page 65: Preparing The Appliance

    Installation You will require the following – for mounting the appliance doors: installation components All installation components are designated by numbers. Each component's number can also be found in the installation steps on the following pages. – for building into the niche: ** Number depending on niche height.
  • Page 66 Installation ^ Push the appliance two-thirds of the way into its niche. When doing this, make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped. Installation tip: Tie a piece of string around the plug to "lengthen" the mains cable. Then grab the other end of the string and pull the mains cable through the housing unit to make it easier to...
  • Page 67 Installation ^ Now screw the adjustable feet l all the way in. ^ Remove the cover f. ^ Loosely screw on the fixing plate g with the screws h at the top left of the appliance. Do not tighten the screws so that the bracket is still able to slide from side to side.
  • Page 68 Installation Installation ^ Push the appliance into the niche until all four covers of the fixing brackets touch the front edge of the side walls of the housing unit. ^ Carefully remove the protective foil from the sealing strip m. ^ Adhere the sealing strip m to the side of the appliance on which the door is opened so that it is flush with...

  • Page 69: Securing The Appliance In The Niche

    Installation ^ Make sure that the covers of the top and bottom fixing brackets lie flush If the all round gap of 42 mm is not with the front edges of the housing maintained between the appliance unit side walls. housing and the front edge of the housing unit side wall, the door may This will create a gap all round of...
  • Page 70 Installation ^ Break off the ends of the brackets and dispose of them. They are no longer needed. ^ Attach the respective covers f and u to the fixing brackets. ^ Push the loose-fitting fixing bracket against the side wall. ^ Screw the fixing bracket j to the housing unit side wall with the screw s.
  • Page 71 Installation Only on an appliance with a niche height greater than 140 cm To further secure the appliance in the housing unit, slide the support strips supplied in between the floor of the housing unit and the bottom of the appliance: ^ First attach the key v to one of the support strips w.

  • Page 72: Fitting A Furniture Door

    The furniture door must be mounted To fit large or segmented furniture plane and free of tension. doors, a mounting kit or another pair of fixing brackets can be ordered from Miele.
  • Page 73 Installation Tip: Push up the fittings aids b with the furniture front until they are the same height as the doors of adjacent kitchen units. ^ A gap of 8 mm is set ex-works between the appliance door and the fixing bracket.
  • Page 74 Installation ^ Place the furniture door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. ^ Fit the side cover q to the fixing bracket on the opposite side of the hinge. ^ Turn the furniture door over and attach the handle (if needed). ^ Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door e.
  • Page 75 Installation ^ Open the appliance door. Adjusting the position of the door ^ Hang the furniture door onto the – Adjustment to the sides (X). adjusting bolts h. ^ Move the furniture door. ^ Loosely attach the nuts c on the –...
  • Page 76 Installation ^ Whilst counterholding the adjusting ^ Drill fixing holes l in the furniture bolts h with a screwdriver, tighten doors and screw in the screws m. the nuts c on the appliance doors Make sure the two metal edges are with the ring spanner j.
  • Page 77 Installation ^ Tighten all screws again. To make sure the appliance is correctly installed: – The door must close properly. – The door must not touch the furniture carcase. – The seals at the top edge of the handle side must fit properly. ^ To double check, place a torch in the appliance and close the door.
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