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Operating and installation instructions
Refrigerator
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance
it is essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the first time.
en - GB
M.-Nr. 09 939 120

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en - GB M.-Nr. 09 939 120...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide to the appliance ..........4 Optional accessories .
  • Page 3 Miele|home ........
  • Page 4 Contents Electrical connection ..........62 Installation .
  • Page 5: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Control panel a On/Off sensor d For setting the temperature for the whole appliance (X = colder), Selector sensor in settings mode b Optical interface e For confirming a selection (OK (for Service technician use only) sensor) c On/Off sensor for the f For setting the temperature...
  • Page 6 Acoustic signals Choice of sensor tone and door alarm tone < Miele|home Only visible when a communication module is fitted and signed on (see "Miele|home") Display brightness For adjusting the brightness of the display setting PerfectFresh For altering the temperature in the...
  • Page 7 Guide to the appliance a Control panel b Fan c Shelves with lighting (FlexiLight) d Door shelf / Egg tray e Adjustable shelves f Bottle rack g Bottle shelf h PerfectFresh zone, dry compartment i Condensate channel and drain hole j Regulator for setting the moisture level in the humidity controlled compartments*...
  • Page 8: Optional Accessories

    Bottle rack use of chemicals. Optional accessories are available from Miele or via the internet. Bottles can be stored horizontally using the bottle rack to save space. The bottle rack can be placed at...
  • Page 9: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposing of the packaging Disposing of your old materials appliance The packaging is designed to protect Electrical and electronic appliances the appliance from damage during often contain valuable materials. They transportation. The packaging materials also contain materials which, if handled used are selected from materials which or disposed of incorrectly, could be are environmentally friendly for disposal...
  • Page 10: Warning And Safety Instructions

    They contain important information on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content.
  • Page 11 The appliance is also not suitable for use in areas susceptible to explosion. Miele cannot be held liable for any damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation. The appliance can only be used by people with reduced...
  • Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must be kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing, children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their head and suffocate. Technical safety The coolant system is tested for leaks.
  • Page 13 If the electrical 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 electrical supply by a multi-socket adapter or extension lead.
  • Page 14 Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger to users. Installation, maintenance and repair work must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician. While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated.
  • Page 15 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (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. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature will lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature.
  • Page 16 Only use genuine original Miele accessories with this appliance. Using spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liability.
  • Page 17 Warning and Safety instructions Transporting the appliance Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its original transport packaging to prevent damage in transit. Danger of injury and damage. The appliance is heavy and must be transported by two people. Disposal of your old appliance Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch or lock unusable.
  • Page 18: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation site / In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated Maintenance room. Protected from direct In direct sunlight. sunlight. Not near to a heat source Near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
  • Page 19 How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Drawers, shelves and racks arranged as they were when the appliance was 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 20: Switching On And Off

    ^ Immediately after removing the protective foil, treat stainless steel surfaces with the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent supplied with the appliance. Important. Each time it is used, the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent forms a water and dirt repellent protective coating.
  • Page 21: Operating The Appliance

    Switching 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. A tone will sound each time a sensor is ^ Touch the On/Off sensor. touched.
  • Page 22: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time

    Switching 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, ^ disconnect it from the mains, ^ clean the appliance out and ^ leave the door ajar to air the appliance.
  • Page 23: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct Dynamic cooling temperature for storing food in the The dynamic cooling fan switches on appliance. Micro-organisms will cause automatically when the cooling system food which is not stored at the correct for the refrigerator switches on.
  • Page 24: Setting The Temperature

    The correct temperature Setting the temperature ^ Set the temperature using the two ^ Touch the OK sensor to confirm your sensors underneath the display. selection. By touching the sensor If you have adjusted the temperature, wait for approx. 6 hours if the appliance is not very full and for approx.
  • Page 25: Setting The Temperature In The Perfectfresh Zone

    The correct temperature Setting the temperature in the The last selected setting will flash and the u symbol will light up in the PerfectFresh zone display. The temperature in the PerfectFresh zone is automatically held at 0 to 3°C. It can be raised or lowered slightly, e.g.
  • Page 26: Using Super Cool

    Using Super cool Super cool Switching off Super cool The Super cool function can be used to The Super cool function will switch itself rapidly reduce the temperature in the off automatically after approx. 12 hours. refrigerator to its lowest setting The appliance will then continue to (depending on the room temperature).
  • Page 27: Door Alarm

    Door alarm Switching the alarm off early Your appliance has been fitted with an alarm to avoid energy being wasted if If the noise disturbs you, you can the door is left open and to prevent switch the alarm off early if you wish. stored food becoming too warm.
  • Page 28: Selecting Further Settings

    Selecting further settings Safety lock 0 Certain settings on the appliance can only be selected in settings mode. The safety lock can be activated to prevent: When in settings mode, the door alarm and other fault messages are – the appliance being switched off automatically deactivated although inadvertently, the alarm symbol ;...
  • Page 29: Acoustic Signals )

    Selecting further settings Acoustic signals ) The appliance has acoustic signals such as the sensor tone and the door alarm. ^ By touching the X or Y sensor, you You can switch off the sensor tone or can now select whether the safety the door alarm tone.
  • Page 30: Display Brightness S

    Selecting further settings Display brightness s The display brightness can be adjusted to suit the lighting conditions of the room. ^ By touching the X or Y sensor, you The display brightness can be altered can now select: in stages from 1 to 3. The default setting 0: sensor tone off;...
  • Page 31: Sabbath Mode

    Selecting 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 now alter the brightness of the display: –...
  • Page 32 Selecting further settings Switching on Sabbath mode ^ Touch the OK sensor to confirm your ^ Touch the settings sensor. selection. The selected setting is applied, the ¬ All symbols available for selection appear in the display and the 0 symbol symbol lights up.
  • Page 33: Storing Food In The Refrigerator Section

    Storing food in the refrigerator section Different storage zones – soft cheese and other dairy products, Due to the natural circulation of the air in the appliance, there are different – pre-packed vegetables and other temperature zones in the refrigerator fresh food with a label stating it section.
  • Page 34: Food Which Is Not Suitable For Storing In The Refrigerator

    Storing food in the refrigerator section Food which is not suitable for When shopping for food storing in the refrigerator The freshness of food when first placed in the appliance is an important factor Not all food is suitable for storing in a in determining how long it stays fresh, refrigerator at temperatures below 5°C and how long it can be kept in the...
  • Page 35: Storing Food In The Perfectfresh Zone

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone The PerfectFresh zone provides ideal The PerfectFresh zone is divided into storage conditions for fruit, vegetables, two areas: fish, meat and dairy products. Food – The temperature is between 0 - 3 °C stays fresh considerably longer while in the top dry compartment and the retaining both flavour and vitamins.
  • Page 36: Dry Compartment

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone Dry compartment , Humidity controlled compartment ,, . The dry compartment is ideal for storing foods which perish easily, such as The humidity controlled compartment has a regulator which is used to adjust – Fish and seafood; the relative humidity.
  • Page 37 Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone The following tips may help if you find that food you have stored does not keep well (e.g. food becomes limp or wilts after only being stored for a short time): ^ Only use the appliance for storing fresh food. The condition of the food when it is first placed in the appliance is an important factor in determining how long it stays fresh.
  • Page 38: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelf/bottle Adjustable shelves / shelf Adjustable shelves with LED lighting ^ Push the door/bottle shelf upwards, then remove it by pulling it forwards. The LED lighting is located in the stainless steel trim of the adjustables ^ Replace the door/bottle shelf at the shelves.
  • Page 39: Adjusting The Bottle Rack

    Adjusting the interior fittings PerfectFresh zone The raised edge at the back must face upwards to prevent food from touching compartments the back of the appliance and freezing The compartments in the PerfectFresh to it. zone are on telescopic runners, and Stoppers prevent the shelves from can be removed for filling, emptying or being dislodged by mistake.
  • Page 40 Adjusting the interior fittings Take care when cleaning the appliance that you do not wash the special lubricant out of the telescopic runners. Wipe them with a well-wrung out damp cloth only. ^ To replace the compartment lid, insert it from beneath into the holders, and push it back until it clicks into place.
  • Page 41: Automatic Defrosting

    Automatic defrosting The refrigerator section defrosts automatically. Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section whilst the compressor is running. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the compressor.
  • Page 42: Cleaning And Care

    (contacts) in the left-hand shelf supports. – sharp metal scrapers. Treat stainless steel surfaces with Do not let water get into the Miele stainless steel conditioning condensate channel and drain hole agent (see "Guide to the appliance - when cleaning. Optional accessories).
  • Page 43: Before Cleaning

    Cleaning and care Before cleaning Adjustable shelves / Adjustable shelves with LED lighting ^ Switch off the appliance. The display will go out and the The stainless steel trim with LED cooling system will switch off. lighting or the stainless steel trim on If this does not happen the safety the adjustable shelves is not lock is active (see "Selecting further...
  • Page 44 Cleaning and care Bottle and door shelves The stainless steel trim on the bottle and door shelves is not suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher. To remove the stainless steel trim, proceed as follows: ^ Place the shelf on a worktop, with the ^ Grasp the plastic surround on the front face down.
  • Page 45: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and The temperature of the dishwasher accessories programme must not exceed 55°C. Contact with some foodstuffs, such as The appliance should be cleaned carrots, tomatoes or ketchup can regularly, at least once a month. cause plastic items to discolour.
  • Page 46: Door Seal

    ^ It is important to treat the stainless steel trim with Miele stainless steel conditioning agent each time it is cleaned. This will protect the surface and help prevent resoiling.
  • Page 47: After Cleaning

    Cleaning and care After cleaning ^ Replace all shelves and accessories in the appliance. The left-hand shelf supports have metal discs (contacts) which supply power to the LED lighting. Make sure that the contacts are clean and dry before inserting the shelves with LED lighting.
  • Page 48: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide Some minor problems can be corrected without contacting Miele. The following overview is designed to help you resolve these yourself. If having followed the suggestions below, you still cannot resolve the problem, please contact Miele. To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door of the appliance while waiting for it to be serviced.
  • Page 49 Problem solving guide The compressor is switching on too frequently and for too long, so the temperature in the appliance is dropping. Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Set the correct The temperature The temperature inside the temperature setting. inside the appliance appliance is set too low.
  • Page 50 Problem solving guide The compressor is switching on too frequently and for too long, so the temperature in the appliance is dropping. Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Uncover the ventilation The compressor The ventilation gaps in the gaps. switches on too housing unit are covered or frequently and for dusty.
  • Page 51 ^ Check the temperature again in 24 hours time. Messages in the display Problem Possible cause Remedy F0 to F9 appears in ^ Call Miele Service. There is a fault. the display.
  • Page 52 ^ Push the shelf in until it clicks into place. ^ Close the door. When the door is opened again the interior lighting will be working once more. ^ Call Miele Service. If this is not the case, then there is a fault.
  • Page 53 ^ Replace the stainless The LED lighting on the steel trim with LED lighting stainless steel trim is faulty. (available from Miele). Do not remove the lighting cover. If the cover is damaged or needs to be removed due to damage, exercise caution.
  • Page 54 15 minutes if the come on. door is left open. model) is not working. ^ Call Miele Service. If this is not the case, then there is a fault. The LED lighting may only be repaired or replaced by a Miele service technician.
  • Page 55 Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Deactivate the lock (see You cannot switch The lock has been activated. The 0 symbol will "Selecting further settings the appliance off. - Activating or appear in the display. deactivating the lock"). The external side This is not a fault.
  • Page 56: 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 57: Miele|Home

    Miele|home a Miele|home communication enabled appliance b Miele|home communication module XKM3000Z c Miele|home communication enabled Master appliance with SuperVision functionality d Miele|home Gateway XGW3000 e WiFi router f Connection to a Home automation system g Smartphone, Tablet PC, Laptop h Internet connection...
  • Page 58 Smartphone can be used within the Further information regarding reception area of a household WLAN Miele|home is available on the internet e to display status information about and in the instruction manuals of the signed on appliances and carry out various components, e.g.
  • Page 59: After Sales / Guarantee

    See end of this booklet for contact have been resolved as described in details. this booklet. When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance.
  • Page 60: Note For Test Institutes

    Note for test institutes Testing must be carried out in The PerfectFresh compartment accordance with the relevant Norms satisfies the requirements of a chill and Directives. compartment to EN ISO 15502. In addition, the following manufacturer's instructions should be observed when preparing and carrying out tests: –...
  • Page 61: Information For Dealers

    Information for dealers Demo mode r The appliance can be demonstrated in the showroom or at exhibitions in "demo mode". In this mode the controls and ^ Place your finger on the X sensor, interior lighting work but the and leave it there. compressor remains switched off.
  • Page 62 Information for dealers Deactivating demo mode The r symbol is lit up in the display. ^ Touch the X or Y sensor, until 0 appears (this means: demo mode is deactivated). ^ Touch the settings sensor. All symbols available for selection appear in the display and the 0 symbol flashes.
  • Page 63: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. If the connection cable has to be replaced, this must be done by a All electrical work should be carried out suitably qualified and competent by a suitably qualified and competent person. person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations Do not plug other appliances in behind (BS 7671 in the UK).
  • Page 64: Installation

    Installation Important. In environments with This appliance must be built in, high humidity condensation can otherwise it could tip up. build up on the exterior of the appliance. This can cause corrosion Location of the appliance walls. This appliance should not be installed For prevention, it is advisable to where it is exposed to direct sunlight or install the appliance with sufficient...
  • Page 65: Ventilation

    Installation Ventilation – The cross-sectional area for ventilation in the plinth and the Specified ventilation gaps must be housing unit and also beneath the maintained. Otherwise the ceiling needs to be at least 200 cm compressor will come on more throughout to ensure that warm air can be drawn through unhindered.
  • Page 66: Before Installing The Appliance

    Installation Before installing the appliance ^ Take the accessory pack which includes installation parts and other accessories out of the appliance and remove the packaging strap holding the door in place. ^ Do not remove the following from the back of the appliance: ^ Open the appliance door, and remove the red safety catch a (depending on model).
  • Page 67: Does Your Old Appliance Have A Different Hinging Mechanism

    All the necessary parts are supplied or can be ordered from the Miele. Stainless steel front panel (depending on model) The old door front can be replaced by a stainless steel front panel if required.
  • Page 68: Building-In Dimensions

    Niche height K 34472 iD 1220 - 1236 K 34473 iD 1220 - 1236 K 35472 iD 1397 - 1413 K 35473 iD 1397 - 1413 K 37472 iD 1772 - 1788...
  • Page 69: Adjusting The Door Hinges

    Adjusting the door hinges The door hinges are set ex-works to enable the door to be opened wide. However, if the opening angle of the door needs to be limited for any reason, the hinge can be adjusted to accommodate this. –...
  • Page 70: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging Two people are needed for changing the door hinging. The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. To change the door hinging you will need the following tools: ^ Open the appliance door.
  • Page 71 Changing the door hinging To remove the soft-close mechanism Warning. The soft-close mechanism snaps shut when dismantled. Danger of injury. ^ Place the door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. ^ Undo screws d completely. ^ Fit bracket g to the opposite side and loosely fit screws d.
  • Page 72 Changing the door hinging ^ Turn the appliance door over so that To secure the soft-close mechanism the outer side is now facing upwards ^ Turn the appliance door over again (the hinges remain open). so that the outer side is now facing downwards.
  • Page 73 Changing the door hinging ^ Push appliance door f onto pre-fitted screws d and , and tighten screws d and securely. ^ Replace covers a, b and c. ^ Replace the locking pins into the top of the hinges to prevent the doors opening too far.
  • Page 74: Installing The Appliance

    Installing the appliance To install the appliance, you will Two people are required to install the need the following tools: appliance. ^ Install the appliance in a stable, solid housing unit, positioned on an even and level floor. ^ Secure the housing unit against tipping.
  • Page 75: Preparing The Appliance

    Installing the appliance Parts required for installation – required for fitting the furniture door: All installation parts are number coded. This coding is also used in the installation instructions. – required for installing the appliance in its housing unit: ** Number depending on niche height. Also contains additional installation parts for fitting large or divided furniture doors.
  • Page 76 Installing the appliance ^ Push the appliance two-thirds of the way into its niche. When doing this, make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped. Tip to help you push it into position: Tie a piece of string around the plug to "increase"...
  • Page 77 Installing the appliance ^ Screw in adjustable feet l completely. ^ Remove cover f. ^ Secure part g using screws h loosely into the top left-hand side of the appliance. Do not tighten the screws so that you can adjust the position of this part.
  • Page 78 Installing the appliance Installing the appliance ^ Push the appliance into the niche until all fixing brackets are in line with the front edge of the furniture side wall. ^ Carefully remove the protective foil from sealing strip m. ^ Fix sealing strip m flush with the front of the appliance on the door opening side.
  • Page 79 Installing the appliance ^ Check the position of the fixing bracket at the top and bottom front If the all round gap of 42 mm is not edge of the furniture side wall again. maintained between the appliance housing and the front edge of the This will create a gap all round of 42 housing unit side wall, the door may mm to the front edges of the housing...
  • Page 80 Installing the appliance ^ Snap off any protruding ends from the fixing bracket. They are no longer required. ^ Replace covers f and u on the fixing brackets. ^ Push the loose bracket against the furniture wall. ^ Secure fixing bracket j to the housing unit side wall with screw s.
  • Page 81 Installing the appliance Only for an appliance with a niche height greater than 140 cm For additional stability of the appliance in the unit, push the rods supplied in underneath the appliance between it and the floor of the housing unit: ^ Then secure handle v to one of the rods w.
  • Page 82: Fitting The Furniture Door

    K 37472 iD doors. When fitting large or divided furniture The furniture door must be fitted doors an extra fitting kit or set of correctly and not under tension. fixing brackets is required. These are available to order from Miele.
  • Page 83 Installing the appliance Tip: Push fitting aids b together with the furniture front up to the height of the adjoining unit furniture doors. ^ A gap of 8 mm is set ex-works between the appliance door and the fixing bracket. Double check this gap and reset it if necessary.
  • Page 84 Installing the appliance ^ Place the furniture door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. ^ Fit side cover q to the fixing bracket on the opposite side of the hinge. ^ Turn the furniture door over and attach the handle (if required).
  • Page 85 Installing the appliance ^ Open the appliance door. Aligning the door ^ Hang the furniture door onto – Side adjustments (X) adjusting bolts h. ^ Slide the furniture door. ^ Loosely attach nuts c on the – Height adjustment (Y) adjusting bolts.
  • Page 86 Installing the appliance ^ Drill holes l in the furniture door and ^ Whilst counterholding adjusting bolts h with a screwdriver, tighten nuts c fit screws m. Make sure the two metal edges are aligned (Symbol II). on the appliance door with ring spanner j.
  • Page 87 Installing the appliance ^ Tighten all screws again. To make sure the appliance is correctly fitted: – The doors must close properly. – The doors must not touch the housing unit. – The seal at the top edge of the handle side must fit properly.
  • Page 92 K 34472 iD, K 34473 iD, K 35472 iD, K 35473 iD, K 37472 iD en - GB M.-Nr. 09 939 120 / 00...

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