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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. 11 210 790

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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. 11 210 790...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning and Safety instructions................ 5 Caring for the environment ................ 13 How to save energy.....................  14 Guide to the appliance .................. 16 Accessories ...................... 18 Accessories supplied .................... 18 Optional accessories..................... 19 Before using for the first time ................ 20 Before using for the first time ................
  • Page 3 Contents Explanation of the different settings..............30 Switching Holiday mode  on/off .............. 30 Using the minute minder  (QuickCool timer) .......... 31 Activating or deactivating the safety lock / .......... 32 Switching the appliance off  .................  33 Switching Sabbath mode  on/off .............. 33 Setting the time before the door alarm ...
  • Page 4 Contents Cleaning the door seals..................52 Replacing the charcoal filters ................52 Starting up the appliance after cleaning ............... 53 Problem solving guide .................. 54 Noises........................ 62 Service........................ 63 Contact in case of fault ..................63 – Displaying licence agreements.............. 63 Warranty ........................
  • Page 5: 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 6 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 7: Technical Safety

    – 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 8 If the connection cable supplied is damaged, it must only be replaced by an original spare part to prevent a hazard for the user. Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genuine Miele replacement parts are used.
  • Page 9  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 10 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 11 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 12 Warning and Safety instructions Disposal of your old appliance  If your old appliance 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 13: 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 14: 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 15 How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption The drawers and shelves are 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 16: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance a Control panel with display b Interior lighting c Fan d Adjustable shelf e Egg tray / Door shelf f Bottle rack g Adjustable shelf with lighting (FlexiLight) h Bottle shelf with bottle holder i Holder with active charcoal filter (Active AirClean) j Recessed handle with door opening aid (Click2open)
  • Page 17 Guide to the appliance Symbols in the display Operation Symbol Meaning  Standby Switching the appliance on  Settings mode For selecting settings (see “Selecting further settings”) / Minus/plus For altering a setting (e.g. temperature) For confirming a setting / Left/right navigation For scrolling in Settings mode to select a arrow...
  • Page 18: Accessories

    Accessories Egg tray Accessories supplied Bottle holder Butter dish The fins of the bottle holder jut out into the bottle shelf and make bottles more KKF-FF (Active AirClean) charcoal secure when opening and closing the filter with holder appliance door. Bottle rack The charcoal filter neutralises Bottles can be stored horizontally in the...
  • Page 19: Optional Accessories

    115°. If the appliance door hits an adjacent wall when opened, for example, the opening angle can be limited to 90°. Optional accessories A range of useful Miele accessories and care products are available for your appliance. The Wi-Fi stick enables your refrigeration appliance to communicate,...
  • Page 20: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Before using for the first time Connecting the appliance  Connect the appliance to the Removing packaging material electricity supply as described in  Remove all packaging material from “Electrical connection”. the inside of the appliance. Removing the protective foil ...
  • Page 21: Switching On And Off

     Touch  briefly. Here you can set or change the temperature as well as select the The welcome message SuperCool  function (see “Using Miele - Willkommen will appear in the SuperCool”). display for approx. 3 seconds. Settings mode  is on the right- If this does not happen and ...
  • Page 22: Switching Off The Appliance

    Switching on and off Switching off the appliance Switching off for longer periods of time You can switch the appliance off in Settings mode (see “Selecting further If, during a long absence, the settings”). appliance is switched off but not cleaned and the door(s) left shut, there is a risk of mould forming inside the appliance.
  • Page 23: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct Automatic temperature distribution temperature for storing food in the (DynaCool) appliance. Bacteria will cause food The fan switches on automatically when which is not stored at the correct the cooling system for the refrigerator temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
  • Page 24: Setting The Temperature

    The correct temperature Temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro Setting the temperature zone  Touch the temperature display. The temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro The previously set temperature will zone is automatically maintained appear. between 0 and 3 °C. However, if you would like it to be warmer or colder, you ...
  • Page 25: Using Supercool

    Using SuperCool You can also switch on the Switching SuperCool on and off SuperCool  function.  Touch the temperature display. SuperCool function   The SuperCool function can be used to °C rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator to its lowest setting ...
  • Page 26: Door Alarm

    Door alarm Switching the door alarm off early Door alarm You can switch the alarm off at any time The refrigeration appliance is fitted with if you wish. a warning system to avoid increased energy consumption and prevent stored  Touch  ...
  • Page 27: Selecting Further Settings

     (level 2 = 1 min)  Adjusting the temperature in Value 1–9 the PerfectFresh Pro zone  Miele@home system settings Further setting options are (only visible if the Wi-Fi stick described in the fitting and has been fitted) installation instructions, which are enclosed with the stick.
  • Page 28 Selecting further settings  Accessing information about Display (important when your appliance reporting a fault to Miele Service)  Reminder to replace charcoal On (orange symbol)/Off filter  Reminder to clean ventilation On (orange symbol)/Off grille...
  • Page 29 Selecting further settings Selecting further settings    In Settings mode , certain settings can be adjusted and functions selected, allowing you to adjust the refrigeration    appliance to suit your requirements. See the following pages for more Settings mode information on these settings.
  • Page 30: Explanation Of The Different Settings

    Selecting further settings Entering values Explanation of the different settings All values entered must be confirmed with  . If the value is not confirmed, Switching Holiday mode  on/off the display will revert to the start screen after approx. 15 seconds and the This function is useful when you go on selected or altered values will not be holiday if you do not wish to switch the...
  • Page 31: Using The Minute Minder  (Quickcool Timer)

    Selecting further settings Using the minute minder  When Holiday mode is switched on, this is indicated on the start screen: (QuickCool timer) The minute minder can be used to time activities in the kitchen, e.g. chilling  pastry. An audible tone will sound at the ...
  • Page 32: Activating Or Deactivating The Safety Lock

    Selecting further settings – When the minute minder duration Activating or deactivating the safety has elapsed lock / An audible signal will sound and  will The safety lock can be activated to flash. secure against unintentional:  Touch the display. –...
  • Page 33: Switching The Appliance Off

    Selecting further settings – Switching off the safety lock  Switching Sabbath mode  on/off  Touch the display. The appliance has a Sabbath mode to support the observance of religious  appears. customs.  Touch and hold  for approx. 6 The following are switched off: seconds.
  • Page 34: Setting The Time Before The Door Alarm  Is Triggered

    Selecting further settings – Switching Sabbath mode on Setting the time before the door alarm  is triggered  Touch .  The appliance has a door alarm. If an  lights up orange. appliance door has been left open for a Then ...
  • Page 35: Switching The Keypad Tone  On/Off

    Selecting further settings Switching the keypad tone  / Setting the display brightness    on/off You can set the display brightness in Each time a selectable field in the the segment bar: display is touched, a keypad tone If all segments are filled in, the sounds.
  • Page 36: Resetting Factory Settings

    - Cleaning the ventilation grille”).  will appear in the display and an Useful tip: This data is important for audible tone will sound (if switched on). reporting an appliance fault to Miele's customer service department. Useful tip: The ventilation grille should Confirm with...
  • Page 37: 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.
  • Page 38: Food Which Is Not Suitable For Storage In The Refrigerator

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which is not suitable for Notes on buying food storage in the refrigerator The freshness of the food when it is first placed in the appliance is the most Not all food is suitable for refrigeration important factor for how long it stays at temperatures below 5 °C because it fresh.
  • Page 39: Storing Food In The Perfectfresh Pro Zone

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone The PerfectFresh Pro zone provides The PerfectFresh Pro zone is divided ideal storage conditions for fruit, into two compartments: vegetables, fish, meat and dairy The Info system (shown here in products. Food stays fresh considerably sections) above the PerfectFresh Pro longer while retaining both flavour and zone helps you to choose the correct...
  • Page 40: Dry Compartment

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Dry compartment  Humidity controlled compartment ,  /  The dry compartment is suitable for storing perishable foods such as: Humidity level not increased  – Fresh fish, shellfish and crustaceans At the  setting the humidity controlled compartment becomes a dry –...
  • Page 41 Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Regulating the humidity level in High humidity in the humidity the humidity controlled controlled compartment can cause condensate to build up on the floor compartment of the compartment as well as The slide control is used to regulate the beneath the lid.
  • Page 42 Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone – An increased humidity level / in Storage results for food stored the humidity controlled compartment in the PerfectFresh Pro zone is achieved by the moisture present in the food being stored, i.e. the more Observe the following tips if you find food stored in the compartment, the that food you have stored does not...
  • Page 43: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelves/ The raised edge on the protective strip bottle shelf at the back must face upward to prevent food from touching the back Only move door/bottle shelves when wall of the appliance and freezing to it. they are empty.
  • Page 44: Removing The Perfectfresh Pro Zone Drawers

    Adjusting the interior fittings Removing the PerfectFresh Pro zone drawers The drawers in the PerfectFresh Pro zone sit on telescopic runners and can be removed for filling, emptying or cleaning: Remove the bottle shelf from the door to make it easier to take out the drawers.
  • Page 45: Moving The Charcoal Filters

    Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the charcoal filters Moving and fitting the bottle holder When you are storing very strong smelling food (e.g. very ripe cheese): – Place the holder with the charcoal filters on the shelf where this food is kept.
  • Page 46: Defrosting

    Defrosting Refrigerator and PerfectFresh Pro zone The refrigerator and the PerfectFresh Pro zone defrost automatically. Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the PerfectFresh Pro zone while the compressor is running. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the appliance.
  • Page 47: 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  Risk of damage due to moisture food safe. ingress. The steam from a steam cleaning To avoid damaging the surfaces of your appliance can damage plastic parts appliance, do not use:...
  • Page 48: Preparing The Appliance For Cleaning

    Cleaning and care Dismantling the adjustable shelf/ Preparing the appliance for adjustable shelf with lighting cleaning   Switch the appliance off. Risk of damage due to incorrect cleaning.  appears in the display and cooling is The stainless steel strip with LED switched off.
  • Page 49 Cleaning and care Dismantling the bottle and door shelves The stainless steel trims on the bottle and door shelves are not dishwasher- safe. To remove the stainless steel trim:  Place the door/bottle shelf with the  Grasp the plastic surround on the front side on the work surface.
  • Page 50: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and  Risk of damage as a result of accessories excessively high dishwasher temperatures. The appliance should be cleaned Some parts of the appliance may regularly, or at least once a month. become unusable, e.g. deform, if they are washed in the dishwasher at Clean up any spills, stains or food more than 55 °C.
  • Page 51: Cleaning The Front Of The Appliance And The Side Panels

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the front of the  Risk of damage due to incorrect appliance and the side panels cleaning. The telescopic runners contain a If soiling is left on for any length of special lubricant which can be time, it may become impossible to washed out during cleaning, remove.
  • Page 52: Cleaning The Ventilation Grille

    Replacement KKF-RF charcoal filters Useful tip: If you want to be reminded can be obtained from Miele or the automatically every 12 months, switch Miele online shop. on the clean ventilation grille reminder (see “Selecting further settings –...
  • Page 53: Starting Up The Appliance After Cleaning

    Cleaning and care Starting up the appliance after cleaning  Refit all shelves and accessories in the appliance.  Reconnect to the mains and switch the appliance back on.  Switch on the SuperCool function for a while so that the refrigerator section ...
  • Page 54: 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 won't need a service call.
  • Page 55 The door seal is damaged.  Check if the door seal is damaged. 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 56 Problem solving guide Messages in the display Message Possible cause and remedy  lights up in the Demo mode is switched on. display, the appliance  Switch Demo mode off (see “Selecting further does not get cold even settings – Switching Demo mode off”). though the controls and the interior lighting are working.
  • Page 57 F  To switch the alarm off touch  in the display. with numbers appears  Call Miele. and an alarm sounds. To report the fault you need the fault code and also the model number and serial number of your appliance.
  • Page 58 Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause and remedy 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. condensation on the appliance. There is no audible This is not a fault.
  • Page 59 This lighting corresponds to risk group RG 2. If the cover is defective, the eyes may be injured. If the lighting cover is defective, do not look from a close range directly into the lighting with optical instruments (e.g. magnifying glass or similar).  Call Miele.
  • Page 60 If the lighting cover is defective, do not look from a close range directly into the lighting with optical instruments (e.g. magnifying glass or similar).  Replace the adjustable shelf with LED lighting. A replacement is available from Miele.
  • Page 61  Push the shelf in until it clicks into position.  Close the appliance door. The interior lighting will come on when the door is opened again. If this is not the case, then there is a fault.  Call Miele.
  • Page 62: 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 63: 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 64: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection The appliance must only be connected The socket must not be concealed using the connection cable supplied behind the appliance and must be (AC 220–240 V, 50 Hz supply). easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly disconnected from the electricity supply in case of an emergency.
  • Page 65 Electrical connection Do not connect the refrigeration Connecting the appliance appliance to a stand-alone inverter such as those used with an autonomous energy source, e.g. solar power. When the refrigeration appliance is switched on, power surges could result in a safety switch-off. This could damage the electronics.
  • Page 66: Installation

    S in it, it can be installed side-by- side. Your refrigeration appliance is equipped with built-in heating units in the side panels. Please contact Miele for information on which combinations are suitable for your appliance.
  • Page 67: Location

    Installation Location  Risk of damage due to condensation on the external This appliance should be installed in a appliance panels. dry, well-ventilated room. In environments with high humidity, When deciding where to install your condensation can build up on appliance please bear in mind that it will external appliance panels, which can use more energy if installed near a...
  • Page 68: Ventilation

    Installation Climate range Ventilation The appliance is designed for use within  Risk of fire and damage due to a certain climate range (ambient insufficient ventilation! temperatures) and should not be used If the refrigeration appliance is not outside this range. The climate range of ventilated sufficiently, the the appliance is stated on the data plate compressor will run more frequently...
  • Page 69: Fitting The Supplied Wall Spacers

    Installation Fitting the supplied wall Limiting the opening angle of spacers the door The door hinges are set at the factory to The wall spacers supplied must be enable the door to be opened up to used in order to achieve the stated 115°.
  • Page 70 Installation  Remove cover  from the door hinge and cover  from the soft-close mechanism.  Undo and remove the screw  on the soft-close mechanism  and insert a screwdriver behind the soft- close mechanism.  Remove the soft-close mechanism . – Fitting the door opening angle ...
  • Page 71 Installation – Fitting the soft-close mechanism  Fit the cover  on the door hinge.  Insert the soft-close mechanism   Fit the panel  so that it clicks into on the door hinge side (at an angle position. initially) until it clicks into position. ...
  • Page 72: Installation

    Installation Installation Aligning the appliance  Two people are required for installing the appliance.  The appliance must be empty to be installed.  Move the appliance carefully on floors that are sensitive to scratching  To align the appliance, adjust the to prevent damage.
  • Page 73: Installing The Appliance In Existing Kitchen Units

    Installation Supporting the appliance door Installing the appliance in existing kitchen units  Risk of fire and damage due to insufficient ventilation! If the refrigeration appliance is not ventilated sufficiently, the compressor will run more frequently and for longer periods. This will result in increased energy consumption and a higher operating temperature of the compressor.
  • Page 74 Installation The larger the ventilation gap, the more economically the compressor will work. – A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm depth must be provided at the back of the appliance behind the whole width of the top box for air to circulate.
  • Page 75: Appliance Dimensions

    Installation Appliance dimensions * Dimensions without wall spacers fitted. Appliance depth is increased by 15 mm with the wall spacers supplied fitted. [mm] [mm] KS 28463 D ed/cs 1,850 1,815...
  • Page 76: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging  Remove the shelves/bottle shelf from The appliance is supplied with right- hand hinging. If left-hand hinging is the appliance door. required, the hinges must be changed. Removing the top covers Please note that the hinging must not ...
  • Page 77 Changing the door hinging Removing the upper soft-close Removing the door mechanism  Danger of injury when removing the appliance door! The door is not secure as soon as the pin has been removed from the door hinge. The door must be held by a second person.
  • Page 78 Changing the door hinging Changing over the lower hinge plate  Secure the hinge plate  on the opposite side, starting with screw  in the middle at the bottom.  Then screw in the other two screws .  Pull the hinge pin  complete with washer and adjusting foot upwards to ...
  • Page 79 Changing the door hinging Changing over the upper door hinge  Slide the cover  off to the side.  Turn the cover 180° and refit it on the opposite side. Slide on the cover from the side and click it into position.
  • Page 80 Changing the door hinging Preparing the upper door Useful tip: Place a suitable cover over a stable surface to protect the appliance door from damage. Place the door on it with the outside facing down. Changing over the door opening aid ...
  • Page 81 Changing the door hinging  Refit the door opening aid  on the  Secure the door opening aid using opposite side. the screw with the plastic collar  and the screw without plastic The plastic lug on the slider must not collar .
  • Page 82 Changing the door hinging Changing over the soft-close mechanism If you want to limit the door opening angle to approx. 90° you need to fit the door opening angle limiter supplied before refitting the soft-close mechanism (see “Installation - Fitting the door opening angle limiter”). ...
  • Page 83 Changing the door hinging Refitting the door  Use your fingers to insert the pin  into the door bearing bush.  Screw in the pin  (by approx. ¼ turn) until it clicks into position.  Fit the safety cover  onto the pin. ...
  • Page 84 Changing the door hinging Securing the soft-close Fitting the upper covers mechanism  Open the door 90°.  Fit the cover  on the door hinge.  Fit the panel  so that it clicks into position.  Slide on the cover  until it clicks into position.
  • Page 85: Aligning The Appliance Door

    Aligning the appliance door The appliance door can be aligned with the appliance housing after it has been fitted. In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what you have to To align the appliance door, use the outer slots in the lower hinge plate: ...
  • Page 87 Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011 206-210 Coventry Street Miele Experience Centre South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Auckland: 8 College Hill Miele Experience Centre and Office Sydney: 3 Skyline Place Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011 Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086 Telephone: 0800 464 353 (0800 4 MIELE) Miele Experience Centre and Office Brisbane: www.miele.co.nz...
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