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- Page 1 Operating and Installation Instructions Fridge-freezer Combination To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be- fore installation or use. en-US, CA M.-Nr. 10 785 170...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............. 6 Caring for the environment ................ 15 Installation information .................. 16 Installation location ....................16 Climate class .................... 17 Installation notes ....................17 Load-bearing capacity of the niche floor ............ 17 Door hinging ..................... 17 Adjoining cabinetry/units.................. - Page 3 Performing a Self Test ..................71 Switching on Door Assistant ................72 Switching off Door Assistant ................74 Setting up Miele@home ..................74 Switching off Demo Mode .................. 78 Resetting the settings to their default settings ..........79 Switching Vacation mode on or off..............80 Switching Sabbath Mode ...
- Page 4 Contents Adjusting the interior fittings................ 92 Moving the shelves in the appliance door............. 92 Moving the adjustable shelves ................92 Removing the hanging drawer ................93 Removing compartments from the Fridge Zone ........... 93 Removing the freezer baskets................94 Removing the dividing panel (depending on the model)........ 94 Removing the ice cube tray...................
- Page 5 Contents Using an external water filter ................126 Lead-free certificate .................... 128 Technical Service.................... 129 Contact in case of fault ..................129 Warranty ......................129 Declaration of conformity ................. 130 Copyright and licenses .................. 131...
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Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instruc- tions. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the contents. - Page 7 The appliance is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or in- correct use of the appliance.
- Page 8 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 9 Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the safety of the appliance. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty con- nection to the fresh water supply. The ice cube maker must only be connected to a cold water line.
- Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 11 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.
- Page 12 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.
- Page 13 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Transport To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and in its packaging. DANGER of injury and damage. The appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people.
- Page 14 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Disposal of your old appliance Children could become trapped in the machine and could suffo- cate. – Remove the machine doors. – Remove the drawers. – Leave the adjustable shelves in the machine so children cannot climb inside.
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Page 15: Caring For The Environment
Consult with local authorities, dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle electrical and electronic appliances. Miele assumes no responsibility for deleting any personal data left on the appliance being disposed. -
Page 16: Installation Information
Installation information If installation near a heat source is un- Risk of injury and damage. avoidable, observe the following mini- This appliance must be built in, oth- mum distances between the appliance erwise it could tip over. and the heat source: Keep the appliance door(s) shut until –... -
Page 17: Climate Class
If you need to change This condensate can cause corrosion the door hinging to the other side, on external appliance panels. please contact the Miele Technical Service. To prevent this, it is advisable to in- stall the appliance with sufficient... -
Page 18: Ventilation
Installation information Ventilation Specifications for the plumbed water connection WARNING! Risk of fire! – The machine may only be connected Operation of the appliance is limited. to the plumbed water connection by Keep the required ventilation gaps qualified technicians. free from obstruction. -
Page 19: Side-By-Side
This is available from your If the partition wall a is thicker than Miele dealer or Miele Technical Ser- 6 5/16" (160 mm), you do not need the vice. side-by-side installation kit, nor the side Instructions for installing appliances panel heater. -
Page 20: Installation Dimensions
Installation dimensions – The electrical connection must not be positioned higher than 9" above the floor. – The 1/4" plumbed water connection should not be positioned higher than 2" above the floor. The electrical outlet must not be concealed behind the appliance and must be easily accessible in an emergency! - Page 21 Installation dimensions KF 2801, KF 2811 Vi 1 3/16" (30 mm) 7/8" 9 5/8" (22 mm) (244 mm) 3 5/8" 4" 4" (92 mm) (102 mm) (102 mm) Side view...
- Page 22 Installation dimensions KF 2901 Vi, KF 2911 Vi 1 3/16" (30 mm) 7/8" 9 5/8" (22 mm) (244 mm) 3 5/8" 4" 4" (92 mm) (102 mm) (102 mm) Side view...
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Page 23: Dimensions When The Appliance Door Is Open (Opening Angle 90°)
Installation dimensions Dimensions when the appliance door is open (opening angle 90°) KF 2801 Vi, KF 2811 Vi * The dimensions of the cabinet front and the door handle vary depending on the design of the kitchen. - Page 24 Installation dimensions KF 2901 Vi, KF 2911 Vi * The dimensions of the cabinet front and the door handle vary depending on the design of the kitchen.
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Page 25: Dimensions When The Appliance Door Is Open (Opening Angle 115°)
Installation dimensions Dimensions when the appliance door is open (opening angle 115°) KF 2801 Vi, KF 2811 Vi 14 5/16" (363 mm) * The dimensions of the cabinet front and the door handle vary depending on the design of the kitchen. - Page 26 Installation dimensions KF 2901 Vi, KF 2911 Vi * The dimensions of the cabinet front and the door handle vary depending on the design of the kitchen.
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Page 27: Dimensions Of The Cabinet Front
Dimensions of the cabinet front KF 2801 Vi, KF 2811 Vi 29 3/4" (756 mm) 51 3/8" (1304 mm) 79 7/8" (2029 mm) 1/8" (3 mm) 28 7/16" (722 mm) ≥ 4" – 5 3/16" (≥ 102 – 132 mm) - Page 28 Dimensions of the cabinet front KF 2901 Vi, KF 2911 Vi 35 3/4" (908 mm) 51 3/8" (1304 mm) 79 7/8" (2029 mm) 1/8" (3 mm) 28 7/16" (722 mm) ≥ 4" – 5 3/16" (≥ 102 – 132 mm)
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Page 29: Building In The Appliance
Building in the appliance Before starting... Tools required It is essential to read these installa- – Cordless drill tion instructions carefully before starting to install the appliance. – TX 20 screwdriver The appliance should be installed by – Hammer drill a suitably qualified tradesman in ac- cordance with these installation in- –... -
Page 30: Weight Of Cabinet Fronts
Building in the appliance Weight of cabinet fronts Aligning the installation niche Before installing the cabinet fronts, make sure that they do not exceed the maximum permitted weight: Appliance Max. Max. weight of weight of upper cabi- lower cabi- net front net front KF 2801 Vi, 99 lb... -
Page 31: Checking The Installation Space
Building in the appliance Checking the installation Before installation space Heavy weight! Check the installation dimensions. This appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards when the door is open. Check the position of the electrical and plumbing connections. ... -
Page 32: Preparing The Installation Niche
Building in the appliance As soon as you have set the appliance upright, you can move it using the rollers on the bottom. Preparing the installation niche Keep the appliance door closed until the appliance is secured inside the niche! ... - Page 33 Building in the appliance Securing the installation niche The provided anti-tip brackets en- sure the installation niche is securely fixed to the wall. Make sure that the gap between the appliance's rear wall and the installa- tion niche does not exceed 2"...
- Page 34 Building in the appliance Retaining screws for different uses and types of material are supplied in the accompanying pack: Securing with a wooden wedge Secure the installation niche to the wall using the anti-tip brackets . Now prepare the plumbed water con- nection for the appliance (see “Plumbed water connection”).
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Page 35: Pushing The Appliance Into The Niche
Building in the appliance Pushing the appliance into the niche Push the appliance into the niche, taking care not to damage the power cord and plumbed water connec- tions. If you are installing several appliances side by side, now secure the appli- ances to one another (see the instruc- tions for the side-by-side installation kit). -
Page 36: Aligning The Appliance
Building in the appliance Tip: Secure the power cord to prevent it becoming caught: Tie a piece of string to the middle of the power cord and as the appliance is being pushed into the niche, pull the cord forward underneath the appliance. - Page 37 Building in the appliance The adjustable feet at the front and back of the appliance can all be ad- justed from the front: Risk of damage! Do not under any circumstances use a cordless screwdriver to adjust the front and rear feet. ...
- Page 38 Building in the appliance Place a spirit level across the installa- tion aids on the appliance door to check the appliance’s alignment. Unscrew the feet and on both sides at least until the marking on the toe-kick is aligned with the required 1 1/4"...
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Page 39: Securing The Appliance In The Niche
Building in the appliance If it is not possible to secure the appli- Securing the appliance in the ance at the top, it can be attached to niche the niche with the side fixing plates: Open out the side fixing lugs . ... -
Page 40: Preparing The Cabinet Fronts
Building in the appliance Open both appliance doors. Preparing the cabinet fronts Open the appliance doors as far as they will go. Screw the mounting plate lugs at the top and bottom to the cabinets/ units adjacent to the appliance. In a side-by-side combination, only the external panels of the two appli- ... - Page 41 Building in the appliance Unscrew the angle trims from the appliance door and place the trims Measure the gap X between the ad- and screws to one side – they will be justing bar and the upper edge of the required later.
- Page 42 Building in the appliance Secure the mounting frame to the top of the cabinet front, using at least 10 screws depending on the size. The mounting frame has several differ- ent types of holes to take account of a variety of cabinet fronts. When securing the frame, always screw into the strongest part of the cabinet door.
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Page 43: Securing And Aligning The Cabinet Front
Building in the appliance Securing and aligning the cabi- net front If you are using a metal strip, always pay attention to the length of the screws when securing the metal strip to the cabinet fronts. Now insert the angle trims as far as they will go into the provided spa- ces in the fixing frame . - Page 44 Building in the appliance Place the spacers on top of the cabinet front on both sides. Close the appliance door and check the distance between the door and adjacent cabinet doors. Open the appliance door and hang the cabinet front on its frame ...
- Page 45 Building in the appliance Now tighten the screws in the angle trims . Align the height and sides of the ap- pliance door using the threaded bolts . Close the appliance door and check the distance between the door and adjacent cabinet doors.
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Page 46: Mounting The Retaining Brackets
Building in the appliance Remove the spacers from the cab- Mounting the retaining brackets inet front. The position of the lower cabinet front aligns with the position of the upper cabinet front. The retaining brackets are used to addi- tionally secure the cabinet fronts to the When fitting cabinet fronts, consider the bottom of the appliance door. - Page 47 Building in the appliance Tighten the screws at the bottom of the appliance door. Screw the retaining brackets se- curely to the cabinet fronts. Place the covers on the retaining brackets .
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Page 48: Securing The Covers
Building in the appliance Securing the covers The top cover must be assembled as follows before it can be installed: Click the covers onto the retaining brackets. Insert the two parts of the cover into one another. Cover viewed from the side... - Page 49 Building in the appliance Place the assembled cover into the gap above the appliance so it On both the upper and lower appli- clicks into place. While doing so, ance doors, mount the plastic cov- slide both parts of the cover together ers ...
- Page 50 Building in the appliance Slide the cover onto the lower appli- ance door from the inside. Secure both sides of the appliance using at least 3 clips for the cov- ers. Install the cover onto the light con- tact switch.
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Page 51: Securing The Toe-Kick Board And Cover
Building in the appliance Securing the toe-kick board Limiting the opening angle of and cover the appliance door The door hinges are set ex works to en- able the appliance door to be opened wide. If, for example, the appliance door hits an adjacent wall when it is opened, you should limit the opening angle of the appliance door to 90°:... -
Page 52: Electrical Connection
Electrical connection Wait for 1 hour after installation before Risk 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 53 Electrical connection If the outlet is no longer accessible after Connecting the appliance installation, an additional means of dis- connection must be provided for all poles. Suitable means of disconnection include switches with an all-pole dis- connect device with a contact opening of at least 1/8"...
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Page 54: Water Connection
Water connection Information on the fresh water Avoid connection to a water supply connection in which the water might stagnate. This can affect the taste of water and The machine may only be connected ice cubes. to the fresh water supply by qualified technicians. -
Page 55: Installing The Water Hose To The Appliance
Water connection Installing the water hose to the appliance Before establishing the plumbed-wa- ter connection, ensure that the appli- ance is disconnected from the power supply. 7/16" When installing the water hose, make Connect the water hose to the sure that it is neither kinked nor dam- shut-off valve. -
Page 56: How To Save Energy
How to save energy Normal Increased energy consumption energy consumption Installation / In a well-ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly venti- Maintenance lated room. Protected from direct sun- In direct sunlight. light. Away from heat sources (ra- Near a heat source (radiator, diator, range/oven). - Page 57 How to save 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.
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Page 58: Guide To The Appliance
Guide to the appliance a Automatic door opening b Display c On/Off switch d Shelves e Holder for the Active AirClean filter... - Page 59 Guide to the appliance f Interior lighting g Hanging drawer h Door shelves in the appliance door i Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture regulator for fruit and vegeta- bles j Dry compartment with low temperature for food which goes off quickly k Ice maker l Freezer baskets m Ice-cube container...
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Page 60: Main Screen
Sensor control for setting the temperature d Display for Miele@home connection status (only visible when Miele@home has been set up) e SuperFrost display (only visible when the SuperFrost function has been switched on) f Temperature display (target temperature) for the freezer section. -
Page 61: Settings Mode
Switch on ( ) or switch off Door Assistant Push2Open Pull2Open (see “Selecting additional settings”) Miele@home Set up, deactivate, or query WLAN connection status (see “Selecting additional settings”) * Demo Mode Switch off * (only visible when Demo Mode , is switched on see “Selecting additional settings”) -
Page 62: Symbols In Settings Mode
Guide to the appliance Switch on or off or reset Water Filter Display (see “Selecting additional settings”) Display Active Air- Switch on or off or reset (see “Selecting additional settings”) Clean Filter Symbols in settings mode / Scroll in settings mode or select a setting /... -
Page 63: Accessories
Accessories Water filter Accessories supplied (Bypass/Active charcoal filter) Appliance plug The water filter filters supply water for making ice cubes. Labels for the SmartFresh zone Each type of food has its own charac- The appliance is supplied with a water teristics which determine the specific filter (Active charcoal filter) that filters storage conditions it requires. -
Page 64: Optional Accessories
Accessories Covers for cabinet fronts Optional accessories A range of useful Miele accessories and care products are available for your ap- pliance. Active AirClean filters See “Accessories supplied” for a de- scription. Water filter (Bypass/Active charcoal filter) The water filter filters supply water for making ice cubes. -
Page 65: Before First Use
Before first use – Humidity-controlled compartment Before first use for fruit and vegetables Allow the appliance to stand for ap- prox. 1 hour prior to connecting it to the power supply. This will help prevent any malfunc- tions. Remove the label from the foil and stick it onto the frame of the humid- Packaging material ity-controlled compartment (see... -
Page 66: Inserting The Active Airclean Filters
Before first use Inserting the Active AirClean filters Using the appliance Your refrigeration appliance is equipped The touch display can be scratched with 2 Active AirClean filters which neu- by pointed or sharp objects, e.g., tralize unpleasant odors in the Fridge pens. -
Page 67: Starting Up For The First Time
Select if you wish to switch to the Select Continue if you wish to set up previous menu level or terminate the Miele@home now (to do this, following process. the instructions under “Selecting ad- ditional settings”, section “Set up Every touch of the display is con- Miele@home”). -
Page 68: Switching On And Off
“off” position. The appliance will start to cool and the interior lighting will come on when the appliance door is opened. Miele will then appear on the main screen in the appliance display. The message Freezer temperature too high. -
Page 69: Turning Off For Longer Periods Of Time
Switching on and off Turning off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time: turn the appliance off, unplug the appliance or disconnect the fuse, close the shut-off valve in the water supply line (approx. -
Page 70: Selecting Additional Settings
Selecting additional settings In settings mode , certain settings Switching Eco Mode on or can be adjusted and functions selected, allowing you to adjust the machine to Eco Mode is useful when going on vaca- suit your requirements. tion, for example, if you do not wish to The following section only describe the switch off the appliance completely or functions in settings mode ... -
Page 71: Performing A Self Test
Selecting additional settings Performing a Self Test Health risk caused by decom- posing food. Perform a Self Test if you are concerned The usability and quality of food in that your appliance is not working prop- the Freezer Zone may deteriorate if erly and want to check if it is suffering the temperature remains above 0°F from any problems. -
Page 72: Switching On Door Assistant
Selecting additional settings The main screen appears on the display Switching on Door Assistant again. You can choose between the two Door Assistants Push2Open Pull2Open The default Door Assistant is Push2Open Door Assistant is suit- Push2Open able for cabinet fronts without handles. The door will then open automatically when you gently press against it. - Page 73 Selecting additional settings Touch the sensor control to return To protect against inadvertent open- to the previous menu level. ing: if you do not pull the appliance open, it will close again by itself after a - Adjusting the intensity duration defined by you (see “Set Au- You can also adjust the intensity of the toClose duration”).
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Page 74: Switching Off Door Assistant
– the Miele@mobile app select and touch OK to confirm your selection. – a Miele user account. The user ac- count can be created via the Touch the sensor control to return Miele@mobile app. to the previous menu level. - Page 75 Confirm your selection with OK. Use the and arrow buttons to select via the App and touch OK to confirm your selection. Open the Miele@mobile app and fol- low the instructions in the app.
- Page 76 Now follow the instructions in the dis- play. Confirm the process with OK. To be able to use the Miele@home functions, you also have to register your appliance in the app. As soon as your appliance has been...
- Page 77 In settings mode , use the and If you have already activated arrow buttons to select Miele@home Miele@home and then disconnected and touch OK to confirm your selec- the connection, you can still reactivate tion. the connection.
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Page 78: Switching Off Demo Mode
Setting up Miele@home again Switching off Demo Mode If you have changed your WiFi network, Demo mode allows the appliance to you can set up Miele@home again for be presented in the showroom with- your appliance. out the cooling system being switched on. -
Page 79: Resetting The Settings To Their Default Settings
/ Switched off Keypad Lock Eco Mode Switched off Door As- Push2open sistant Switched off Miele@ho Vacation Switched off Ice Maker Switched on Sabbath Switched off Mode Switched on Water Filter Display ... -
Page 80: Switching Vacation Mode On Or Off
Selecting additional settings Switching Vacation mode 37°F (4°C) Tempera- on or off ture in the Fridge Tip: Vacation is useful when going on Zone vacation, for example, if you do not Tempera- 32°F (0°C) wish to switch off the Fridge Zone com- ture in the pletely or do not need a high degree of dry com-... - Page 81 Selecting additional settings Turning on Vacation mode Health risk caused by decom- In Settings mode use the and posing food. arrow buttons to select “Vacation” The usability and quality of food in and touch to confirm your selec- the Fridge Zone may deteriorate if tion.
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Page 82: Switching Sabbath Mode On/Off
Selecting additional settings – The Automatic SuperCool function (if Switching Sabbath Mode On/ previously switched on) – SuperFrost function The appliance offers a Sabbath Mode (if previously switched on) for the purposes of religious obser- vance. – Ice Maker (if previously switched on) If Sabbath Mode is switched on, ... -
Page 83: Switching On, Switching Off Or Resetting Water Filter Display
New water filters (Bypass and Active charcoal filters) are available from Switching off Water Filter Display Miele, from your dealer, or via the in- If you have replaced the OdorFree char- ternet. coal filter with a Bypass filter, you can switch off the Water Filter Display. -
Page 84: Switching On, Switching Off, Or Resetting The Display Active Airclean Filter
If you do not require the Active Air- Clean filter reminder display, it can be switched off (see “Switching off the Display Active AirClean Filter ”). New Active AirClean filters are avail- able from Miele Technical Service, your Miele dealer, or online. - Page 85 Selecting additional settings Use the and arrow buttons to Switching on the Display Active Air- Clean Filter select Reset and touch OK to confirm your selection. If the Display Active AirClean Filter been switched off once, it must be Change Active AirClean Filter message switched on again if required.
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Page 86: The Correct Temperature
The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct ... in the Fridge Zone and in the temperature for storing food in the ap- SmartFresh zone pliance. Bacteria will cause food which We recommend a refrigerator tempera- is not stored at the correct temperature ture of 37°F (4°C) in the Fridge Zone. -
Page 87: Setting The Temperature
The correct temperature Temperature range Setting the temperature The temperature can be adjusted: Touch the symbol for setting the temperature. – From 36°F (2°C) to 46°F (8°C) in the Fridge Zone The previously set temperatures of the Fridge and Freezer Zones are displayed. –... -
Page 88: Using Automatic Supercool And Superfreeze
Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze Switching off SuperCool SuperCool function Touch the symbol in the display for The SuperCool function can be used to setting the temperature. rapidly reduce the temperature in the Fridge Zone to its lowest setting (de- The symbol is highlighted in color pending on the room temperature). - Page 89 Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze Turning off SuperFrost SuperFrost function Touch the symbol for setting the For best results, turn on the SuperFrost temperature. function before putting fresh food into the freezer. The symbol is highlighted in color and the temperature value of -22°F Fresh food will be frozen quickly, so that (-30°C) is shown in the display.
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Page 90: Temperature And Door Alarm
Temperature and door alarm The appliance has been fitted with a If the temperature remains above 0°F warning system which ensures that the (-18°C) for a long time, check that temperature in the freezer cannot rise the frozen food has not started to de- unnoticed and to avoid energy being frost. - Page 91 Temperature and door alarm Door alarm An alarm will sound if the appliance doors have been left open for longer than 2 minutes. The Close the door message also ap- pears in the display. As soon as the doors are closed, the alarm will stop and the message in the display will go out.
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Page 92: Adjusting The Interior Fittings
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves in the ap- Moving the adjustable shelves pliance door If necessary, the adjustable shelves can be removed or their height can be ad- Danger of injury! justed: Only move the shelves in the door when they are empty. -
Page 93: Removing The Hanging Drawer
Adjusting the interior fittings Removing the hanging drawer Removing compartments from the Fridge Zone The hanging drawer can be moved to the left or right if required. The compartments in the Fridge Zone are on telescopic runners, and can be To clean the hanging drawer, remove it removed for filling, emptying, or clean- as follows:... -
Page 94: Removing The Freezer Baskets
Adjusting the interior fittings Removing the dividing panel (de- Removing the freezer baskets pending on the model) The freezer baskets can also be re- The dividing panel in the freezer basket moved if necessary (e.g., for cleaning). can be removed for cleaning: ... -
Page 95: Removing The Ice Cube Tray
Adjusting the interior fittings Removing the ice cube tray The ice cube tray can be removed for cleaning: Open the lower appliance door as wide as possible. Tilt the ice cube tray forwards and pull it up and out to remove it. Ice cube production does not stop when the ice cube tray has been re- moved. -
Page 96: Storing Food In The Refrigerator Section
Storing food in the refrigerator section Different storage zones Always observe USDA food safety guidelines. Due to natural air circulation, there are different temperature zones in the re- Risk of fire from electrical appli- frigerator section. ances. Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest sec- Operating electrical devices in the tion of the refrigeration section. -
Page 97: Food Which Is Not Suitable For Storage In The Refrigerator Section
Storing food in the refrigerator section Warmest area Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator sec- The warmest area in the refrigerator section is in the top section of the door. tion Use this for storing butter so that it re- Not all food is suitable for refrigeration mains spreadable and cheese so that it at temperatures below 41°F (5°C) be-... -
Page 98: Notes On Buying Food
Storing food in the refrigerator section 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 ap- pliance. -
Page 99: Storing Food In The Smartfresh Zone
Storing food in the SmartFresh zone Humidity-controlled compartment SmartFresh zone with moisture regulator The SmartFresh zone provides ideal storage conditions for fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, and dairy products. Food stays fresh considerably longer while retaining both flavor, and vitamins. The humidity level in the humidity-con- The SmartFresh zone comprises a hu- midity-controlled and a dry compart- trolled compartment can be regulated... - Page 100 Storing food in the SmartFresh zone Increased moisture in the humidity- controlled compartment can, in some circumstances, cause a build- up of condensate. This should be removed with a cloth. Slide control at = moisture in- Regulating the humidity level in the creased slightly humidity-controlled compartment We recommend this setting ...
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Page 101: Dry Compartment With Low Temperature
Storing food in the SmartFresh zone Dry compartment with low tempera- Take food out of the dry compartment ture approximately 30 to 60 minutes before using it. The aroma and taste do not fully develop until the food has reached room temperature. Max. load Max. - Page 102 Storing food in the SmartFresh zone The following tips may help if you find that food you have stored does not keep well (for example, the food wilts or becomes withered after only a short storage time): Only place fresh food in the appliance as the initial condition of the food is cru- cial to maintaining freshness.
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Page 103: Freezing And Storing Food
Freezing and storing food What happens when you freeze Always observe USDA food safety fresh food? guidelines. Fresh food should be frozen as quickly Risk of fire from electrical appli- as possible so that the nutritional value ances. of the food, its vitamin content, appear- Operating electrical devices in the ance and flavor are maintained. -
Page 104: Storing Frozen Food
Freezing and storing food Storing frozen food Home freezing Never re-freeze partially or fully de- Only freeze food that is fresh and in frosted food. Defrosted food may only good condition. be re-frozen after it has been cooked. Tips for home freezing When buying frozen food to store in –... -
Page 105: Placing Food In The Freezer Zone
Freezing and storing food – Placing hot food or drink in the Before placing food in the freezer causes food that is already freezer frozen to partially thaw and increases When freezing more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) energy consumption. Allow hot food of fresh food, switch on the Super- and drink to cool down before plac- Frost function some time before plac-... - Page 106 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.
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Page 107: Making Ice Cubes
Making ice cubes For the automatic ice maker to oper- The Ice Maker can make up to 2.9 lb ate, it must be connected to a water (1.3 kg) of ice cubes in 24 hours. supply (see “Water connection”). The amount of ice cubes made by the appliance depends on the temperature ... - Page 108 Making ice cubes Switching off Ice Maker The Ice Maker can be turned off inde- pendently of the Freezer Zone if you do not want to make any ice cubes. Close the shut-off valve in the water supply line (approx. 3 hours before switching off the appliance to avoid the build-up of bacteria caused by stagnant water).
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Page 109: Automatic Defrosting
Automatic 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 110: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Cleaning agents WARNING! DANGER of electric shock! To avoid damaging the surfaces of your Unplug the appliance or trip the cir- appliance, do not use cuit breaker. – cleaning products containing soda, ammonia, acid, or chloride, ... -
Page 111: Before Cleaning The Appliance
Cleaning and care Before cleaning the appliance Interior and accessories Turn the appliance off completely by Clean the appliance regularly, or at pressing the On/Off switch. least once a month. Clean up any spills, stains, or food Unplug the appliance or switch off immediately. -
Page 112: Cleaning The Door Seal
A build-up of dust will increase the en- ergy consumption of the appliance. The air vents should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner (you could use a Miele vac- uum cleaner dusting brush, for exam- ple). After cleaning ... -
Page 113: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions With the help of the following guide minor faults in the performance of the ma- chine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remedied with- out 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 un- til the fault has been corrected. - Page 114 Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution The compressor is The ventilation slits in the cabinetry have been cov- switching on more fre- ered or become too dusty. quently and for longer Do not block the ventilation slits. periods of time, so the ...
- Page 115 Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution The compressor comes This is not a fault. The temperature setting is too high. on less and less often Correct the temperature setting. and for shorter periods Check the temperature again after 24 hours. of time.
- Page 116 Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution The appliance door Push2Open Door Assistant is switched on at the cannot be opened when same time as Sabbath Mode. Sabbath Mode is When Sabbath Mode is switched on, the Door As- switched on.
- Page 117 Frequently Asked Questions Messages in the display Message Possible cause and solution The warning sounds The temperature in the appliance has risen signifi- and the message cantly. Freezer This could be due to, for example: temperature too high. Max. appears in temperature °F –...
- Page 118 Frequently Asked Questions Message Possible cause and solution “ F Please contact Miele There is a fault. ” ap- Technical Service. Make a note of the fault message if necessary. pears in the display and Contact Technical Service.
- Page 119 Frequently Asked Questions Problems with the ice cube maker Problem Possible cause and solution The Ice Maker is not The appliance and/or the Ice Maker is not turned on. producing any ice Turn on the appliance and/or the Ice Maker. cubes.
- Page 120 Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution The Ice Maker is pro- Several household appliances connected to the ducing only small ice plumbed water connection are in operation, which cubes. has reduced the amount of water being taken in. ...
- Page 121 Close the water shut-off valve immediately! Check the water line for damage. Contact Miele Technical Service. Check whether the water pressure is too high Too high water pressure can cause leakages. Check that the water pressure is between 29 and 116 psi (2 and 8 bar).
- Page 122 Frequently Asked Questions The interior lighting is not working. Problem Possible cause and solution The interior lighting is The appliance has not been turned on. not working. Turn the appliance on. Sabbath Mode is switched on: The temperature dis- play is dark and ...
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Page 123: 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 124: Water Filter
In this case, you can switch off the Water Filter Display (see “Selecting additional settings”, section “Switch- ing off the Water Filter Display”). New water filters (Bypass filters and OdorFree charcoal filters) are available from Miele Technical Service, from your dealer, or via the internet. -
Page 125: Changing The Water Filter
Water filter Tip: The old water filter can be dis- Changing the water filter posed of with household trash. Air in the system can cause water to gush out and the filter to spring out when it is removed. Take great care when changing the water filter. -
Page 126: Using An External Water Filter
Water filter Now reset the Water Filter Display us- ing Settings mode in the display (see “Selecting additional settings”, section “Resetting Water Filter Dis- ”). play When it is time to change the water fil- ter again, the reminder for the Water Fil- ter Display ... - Page 127 For estimated costs of replacement elements please contact • For questions or concerns, please contact Customer Service at your local dealer, go to www.miele-shop.com or call Tel. 0180 31 31 340 (€0,09/Min.). Tel. 0180 31 31 340 (€ 0,09/Min.).
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Page 128: Lead-Free Certificate
This product is tested and certified by WQA against NSF/ANSI 372 for “lead free” This product F 1413 Vi (KIMSDF18US) is tested and certified by WQA against compliance. NSF/ANSI 372 for "lead free" compliance. Miele & Cie. KG Carl-Miele-Strasse 29 D-33332 Gütersloh Miele & Cie. KG Carl-Miele-Straße 29... -
Page 129: Technical Service
Contact in case of fault In the event of a fault which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele dealer or Miele Technical Service. Contact information for Miele Techni- cal Service can be found at the end of this document. -
Page 130: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of conformity Frequency band 2,412 GHz – 2,462 GHz Maximum trans- < 100 mW mitting power... -
Page 131: Copyright And Licenses
You will need to enter the specific product name. Miele will provide the source code for all components of software licensed under the GNU General Public Licence and comparable Open Source licenses. For source code requests, please e-mail info@miele.com. - Page 135 Technical Service. U.S.A. Canada Miele, Inc. Importer Miele Limited National Headquarters 9 Independence Way Headquarters and Miele Centre Princeton, NJ 08540 161 Four Valley Drive Phone: 800-843-7231 Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8 609-419-4298 Fax: www.miele.ca www.mieleusa.com...
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