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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. 10 841 790

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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. 10 841 790...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning and Safety instructions................ 4 Caring for the environment ................ 12 How to save energy.....................  13 Guide to the appliance .................. 15 Control panel ......................15 Accessories ......................17 Accessories supplied .................. 17 Optional accessories.................. 17 Switching on and off ...................  19 Before using for the first time ................
  • Page 3 Contents Cleaning and care .................... 30 Cleaning agents..................... 30 Preparing the appliance for cleaning..............31 Cleaning the interior and accessories ..............32 Cleaning the door seals..................33 Cleaning the air vents.................... 33 Starting up the appliance after cleaning ............... 33 Replacing the charcoal filters ................

  • Page 4: Warning And Safety Instructions

    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 incorrect use of the appliance.
  • Page 5 Warning and Safety instructions  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety, and are able to recognise the dangers of misuse.
  • Page 6 – disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply, – ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and – call Miele.  The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger the room should be in which it is installed. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is a danger of combustible gases building up.
  • Page 7  If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician in order to avoid a hazard.  Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi-socket unit or an extension lead.
  • Page 8  Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. 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 9 Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and use-by dates.  Use only genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Cleaning and care  Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.  Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Disposal of your old appliance  If your old refrigerator has a door lock, destroy it. This way you will prevent the risk of playing children accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives.  Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g.

  • Page 12: Caring For The Environment

    Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre for electrical and electronic appliances, or contact Miele. You are also responsible for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of.

  • Page 13: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation/ In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated Maintenance room. Protected from direct In direct sunlight. sunlight. Not situated near a heat Situated near a heat source source (radiator, oven). (radiator, oven).
  • Page 14 How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Operation Drawers and shelves arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered. Only open the door when Frequent opening of the necessary and for as short a door for long periods will time as possible.

  • Page 15: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Control panel a On/Off button e SuperCool symbol b SuperCool button f Safety lock symbol c Display g Temperature display d Menu symbol h For setting the temperature (Settings mode: i Alarm off button Switching the safety lock on/off)
  • Page 16 Guide to the appliance a Control panel with display b Interior lighting c Egg tray/Door shelf d Adjustable shelf e Condensate channel and drain hole f Fruit and vegetable tray g Bottle shelf with bottle holder h Ventilation grille...

  • Page 17: Accessories

    Guide to the appliance Optional accessories Accessories A range of useful Miele accessories and Accessories supplied care products are available for your appliance. Bottle holder Accessories are available from Miele directly (see back cover for contact details). Bottle rack The fins of the bottle holder jut out into...
  • Page 18 Guide to the appliance KKF-FF Active AirClean charcoal Miele all purpose microfibre cloth filter with holder Light soiling and fingerprints on The charcoal filter neutralizes stainless steel fronts, control panels unpleasant odours in the refrigerator and furniture can be easily removed section for improved air quality.

  • Page 19: Switching On And Off

    Switching on and off Before using for the first time Switching the appliance on To enable the temperature to get Removing packaging material sufficiently cold inside the appliance,  Remove all packaging material from allow the appliance to run for a few the inside of the appliance.

  • Page 20: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time

    Switching on and off Switching off for longer periods of time  If, during a long absence, the appliance is switched off but not cleaned out and the door is left shut, there is a danger of mould building up inside the appliance. It is essential to clean the appliance.

  • Page 21: The Correct Temperature

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

  • Page 22: Using Supercool

    Using SuperCool SuperCool The SuperCool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator section to its lowest setting (depending on the room temperature). SuperCool is particularly recommended for the rapid chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drinks. Switching on SuperCool ...

  • Page 23: Door Alarm

    Door alarm The appliance is fitted with a warning system to avoid increased energy consumption and food becoming warm if the door is left open. Door alarm An alarm will sound if the appliance door has been left open for longer than 60 seconds.

  • Page 24: Further Settings

    Further settings – To deactivate the safety lock Settings mode  Press the  button for approx. The safety lock can be activated or 5 seconds. deactivated in settings mode. The safety lock symbol  and the  Switching the safety lock on/off menu symbol  light up and  flashes in the display.

  • Page 25: Using The Refrigerator Efficiently

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

  • Page 26: Food Which Is Not Suitable For Storage In The Refrigerator Section

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which is not suitable for Storing food correctly storage in the refrigerator Ensure that food stored in the section refrigerator section is in packaging or covered properly. This will prevent Not all food is suitable for refrigeration food smells from affecting other foods, at temperatures below 5 °C because it food from drying out, and also cross-...

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelf / Adjusting the bottle holder bottle shelf  Lift up the door shelf / bottle shelf and pull it towards you to remove it.  Replace the shelf at the required height. Ensure that it is securely pushed back into position.

  • Page 28: Moving The Charcoal Filters

    Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the charcoal filters Charcoal filters and a KKF-FF (Active AirClean) holder are available as optional accessories (see “Guide to the appliance - Optional accessories”). When you are storing very strong smelling food (e.g. very ripe cheese): –...

  • Page 29: Defrosting

    Defrosting Refrigerator section The refrigerator defrosts automatically. Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section whilst in use. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the appliance.

  • Page 30: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Cleaning agents  Do not let water get into the electronic unit or the lighting. Cleaning and conditioning agents used inside the appliance must be  Steam from a steam cleaning food safe. appliance could reach the electrical components and cause a short To avoid damaging the surfaces of your circuit.

  • Page 31: Preparing The Appliance For Cleaning

    Cleaning and care Adjustable shelf Preparing the appliance for cleaning  Place the shelf on a worktop covered with a soft material (e.g. a tea towel).  Switch the appliance off. The display goes dark and the cooling is switched off. If this is not the case, the safety lock is on (see “Further settings - Switching the safety lock on/off”).

  • Page 32: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and  The maximum temperature of the accessories dishwashing programme selected must not exceed 55 °C. Clean the appliance at least once a month. Contact with natural dyes from carrots, tomatoes and ketchup may Clean up any spills, stains or food discolour the plastic parts in the immediately.

  • Page 33: Cleaning The Door Seals

     The ventilation gaps should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner (you could use a Miele vacuum cleaner dusting brush, for example). A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Charcoal Filters

    6 months.  Remove both charcoal filters and Replacement KKF-RF charcoal filters place the new filters with the raised are available from Miele or via the edge pointing downwards in the internet at shop.miele.com. holder. Useful tip: The holder for the charcoal filters is dishwasher-safe.

  • Page 35: Problem Solving Guide

    With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remedied without contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because you will not need a service call.
  • Page 36  Close the appliance door. The alarm will stop. The door seal is No tools are required to change the door seal. damaged and needs to  Change the door seal. A replacement is available be replaced. from Miele.
  • Page 37 The indicator light flashes several times every flashing at the back of 5 seconds. the refrigerator at the A fault has occurred. bottom near the  Call Miele. compressor (depending The indicator light flashes regularly every on model). 15 seconds. The electronic unit for This is not a fault.
  • Page 38 Do not activate this cold, although the setting for domestic use. controls and the interior  Contact Miele for information on how to deactivate lighting are working. Demo mode. “F0 to F9” appears in There is a fault.
  • Page 39 The lighting covers must not be removed or damaged, or be removed due to damage. This could cause injury to your eyes. Do not look into the LED lighting (laser beam class 1/1M) with optical instruments (e.g. a magnifying glass).  Call Miele.
  • Page 40 Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause and remedy The floor of the The condensate drain hole is blocked. refrigerator is wet.  Clean the condensate channel and drain hole. The external walls of This is not a fault. The heat which results from the the appliance feel cooling process is used to avoid the build-up of warm.

  • Page 41: Noises

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

  • Page 42: Service

    2 years. Miele. For more information about country- specific warranty terms and conditions, Contact information for Miele can be please contact Miele. found at the end of this booklet. Please quote the model and serial number of your appliance when contacting Miele.

  • Page 43: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection The appliance is supplied with a mains Do not connect the appliance to the cable and moulded plug ready for mains electricity supply by an extension connection to an AC single phase 220 – lead. Extension leads do not guarantee  240 V 50 Hz supply.

  • Page 44: Installation Advice

    Installation advice This appliance must be built in,  Risk of damage! otherwise it could tip over. In environments with high humidity Keep the appliance door(s) shut until condensation can build up on the the appliance has been built in and external appliance panels.

  • Page 45: Ventilation

    Installation advice Ventilation Furniture door  Gap size If the required ventilation gaps are not adhered to, the compressor The thickness and edge radius of the will switch on more often and run for furniture door and the gap that runs longer.

  • Page 46: Weight Of The Furniture Door

    Before fitting furniture doors, ensure that the weight of the door does not exceed the maximum weight permitted: Appliance maximum weight of furniture door K 31222 Ui 10 kg Adjoining kitchen furniture front A = Furniture front thickness B = Edge radius X = Gap Adjoining side wall A = Furniture front thickness...

  • Page 47: Before Installing The Appliance

    Installation advice Before installing the appliance Building-in dimensions  Take the accessory pack which includes installation parts and other accessories out of the appliance.  Remove any cable clips from the back of the appliance.  Open the appliance door and remove the red transport clips ...
  • Page 48 Installation advice Dimensions for the ventilation...

  • Page 49: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging Changing the door hinging Always change the door hinging with the assistance of another person. The appliance is supplied with right- hand hinging. If left-hand hinging is required, the hinges must be changed. To change the door hinging, you will need the following tools: ...
  • Page 50 Changing the door hinging Fitting the door  Place the door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. Danger of injury! Do not close the hinges.  Undo the screws .  Place each hinge on the diagonally opposite side . ...

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Door Hinge

    Adjusting the door hinge Adjusting the spring force of Limiting the opening angle of the appliance door the door If you would like the appliance door to The door hinges are set at the factory to be cushioned so that it opens more enable the door to be opened wide.

  • Page 52: Installing The Appliance

    Installing the appliance To install the appliance, you Preparing the appliance will need the following tools:  Position the appliance in front of the housing unit.  Grasp the plinth cover at the side and pull it off towards the front. You have a choice of two different ways of securing your appliance: 1.
  • Page 53 Installing the appliance 1. Top mounting 2. Side mounting  Fit the bracket in the opening in the Both ends of the bracket must be appliance lid. bent.  Bend the bracket at the perforated  Fit the bracket in the opening in the point.

  • Page 54: Pushing The Appliance Into Its Niche

    Installing the appliance Pushing the appliance into its If the appliance is pushed too far into niche the niche, the door may not close properly once the furniture panel has  When pushing the appliance into been fitted. This can cause ice to its niche make sure that the mains build up, condensate to accumulate cable does not get trapped.

  • Page 55: Aligning The Appliance

    Installing the appliance Aligning the appliance With furniture with door fittings (e.g. stubs, seals etc.) the dimension of When securing the appliance in the these must be taken into account niche at the top, the appliance when making sure there is a gap all should sit lightly tensioned between round of 42 mm.

  • Page 56: Fitting A Continuous Furniture Plinth Panel

    Installing the appliance Fitting a continuous furniture  The foam  ensures the airflow plinth panel is separated to prevent malfunctioning of the appliance. Ventilation takes place through a ventilation grille in the appliance plinth. The ventilation gaps must never be obstructed.

  • Page 57: Securing The Appliance In The Niche

    Installing the appliance Securing the appliance in the Fitting a furniture door niche If the appliance is being built into a run of units, the height of the furniture door should be aligned with adjacent kitchen units. The furniture door must be mounted plane and free of tension.
  • Page 58 Installing the appliance  Place the furniture door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. Useful tip: Push up the fitting aids  with the furniture front.  Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door .
  • Page 59 Installing the appliance  Open the appliance door.  Fit the side cover to the fixing bracket on the opposite side of the hinge.  Turn the furniture door over and attach the handle (if needed).  Hang the furniture door onto the adjusting bolts .
  • Page 60 Installing the appliance  Whilst counterholding the adjusting bolts  with a screwdriver, tighten the nuts  on the appliance door with screwdriver.  Attach the appliance door and the furniture door using screws through the fixing brackets : – Drill holes in the furniture door (mark the position of the holes first).
  • Page 61 Installing the appliance  Fit the cover in position. To make sure the appliance is correctly installed: – The door must close properly. – The door must not touch the housing unit. – The seal at the top edge of the handle side must fit properly.
  • Page 63 Miele Experience Centre South Melbourne: Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011 206-210 Coventry Street South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Miele Experience Centre Auckland: Miele Experience Centre and Office Sydney: 8 College Hill 3 Skyline Place Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011 Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086 Telephone:...
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