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Miele KF 1813 Vi Operating and Installation Instructions

1. A B C D KF 18X3 Vi 32 829 mm Door front max 1 Door 14 46 363 mm 1 3 38 mm handle KF 19X3 Vi 38 982 mm Door front max 1 Door 16 4 428 mm 1 5 38 mm handle 59 Dimensions Niche dimensions E lt 2 eu 4 3076 p mm Niche width A KF 1803 Vi KF 1813 Vi 30 762 mm KF 1903 Vi KF 1913 Vi 36 915 mm 60 Dimensions Power supply and water connection 515 16 150 mm 1 Power supply 2 Water connection A KF 18X3 Vi 15 381 mm KF 19X3 Vi 18 458 mm EU 51 6 130 mm 119 16 315 16 46 mm 100 mm T ov Install a pressure limiting device and water hammer arrester for inlet water pressures exceeding 80 psi Refer to Uniform Plumbing Code Sections 608 2 and 609 10 Never install or operate where inlet water pressure may exceed 120 psi E E N Power bars or extension cords are not safe risk of fire Do not use them to connect the appliance to the power supply 61 Dimensions Door front dimensions 62 B ki 3 5 mm 102 132 mm A B C KF 18X3 Vi 53 29 26 ig 1354 mm 9A 672 758 mm mm KF 19X3 Vi 53 546 35 3 4 26 7 4 1354mm 908 672 mm mm 4 5 3 16 102 132 mm 1 8 3 16 3 5 mm Installing the appliance Before you begin Read these i
2. m Insert the filler strip until you hear it m Open both appliance doors click into place 9 For a side by side combination the filler 3 4 mm x 15 mm strips from both appliances are put together to form one long filler strip m Take the peg from the side by side gt i merging kit and insert it halfway into ESY N 4 mmx 15 mm the filler strip rail on the left side appliance m Place the second filler strip on the peg and press both filler strips together m Insert both filler strips into the installation space above the appliance until they click into place m Screw the attachment plate lugs to the adjacent furniture fixtures With side by side combinations only the external side of the appliances can be secured to the niche 72 Installing the appliance Now connect the water supply to the appliance see Plumbing Preparing the custom door For best results it is important to mount the upper door before the lower door m Open the appliance door m Measure the distance X between the bracket from the upper door and the overhead furniture fixtures m Loosen the two nuts Set aside the nuts you will need them again later m Vith the inside facing up lay the m Unscrew the installation supports 42 custom door on a stable surface to from the appliance door avoid scratch marks place some m Loosen the remaini
3. m Put the cover on the bracket 5 The number of lower brackets will depend on the width and the design of the custom door Installing the appliance Attaching the covers m Insert the cover strip into the space m To mount the cover strips on both between the appliance and the side sides of the upper and lower doors panel click them into place from bottom to For side by side combinations the top into the gap between the cover strips on both sides of the appliance door and the custom door appliance are applied to the m Attach the ligh m Screw the brackets onto both sides of the appliance to hold the cover strip t sw outermost spaces only itch cover 77 Installing the appliance m Remove the foil from the adhesive strips m Insert the cover plate on the freezer compartment door Attaching the toe kick cover m Attach the toe kick cover to the The maximum height of the toe kick plinth cover is 4 101 mm from the top of the floor Do not cover the ventilation slits in the plinth Risk of damage to the appliance m If required cut the toe kick cover to the required length and height m Attach the plinth to the appliance and put the included cover plates in place 78 Installing the appliance Mounting the air separator The air separator keeps the supply and exhaust air separate This prevents warm exhaust air from flowing
4. Check whether the correct water valve has been installed Self tapping valves and 3 6 4 76 mm saddle valves reduce the water pressure and can block the pipe 45 Frequently asked questions Problems with the ice maker Issue Possible fault Solution The ice cubes are small Other domestic appliances that use water are in operation Avoid using such items as a dishwasher washing machine or shower at the same time Check whether the water filter needs changing See Water filter for more information Check the water pressure The water pressure must be between 25 and 80 psi 1 7 5 5 bar Consult a plumber Check whether the correct water valve has been installed Self tapping valves and 3 6 4 76 mm saddle valves reduce the water pressure and can block the pipe The ice cubes have an unpleasant odor flavor When ice is stored for an extended period it may absorb odors which affects the taste Use the ice maker more frequently Check if the ice cube container is dirty Clean the container Unsealed packages in the freezer will transfer odor flavor particles to the ice cubes Check that food has been packed in airtight containers 46 Frequently asked questions Problems with the ice maker Issue Possible fault Solution The ice maker is not producing enough ice or the ice cubes are m
5. Installing the appliance m Remove the cover 2 m Push the module into the slot until it locks into place m Connect the appliance to the power supply and turn it on After several seconds the indicator light will come on The indicator light will display different colors one after the other any control light at the end indicates that the module was correctly installed If the indicator light does not come on installation of the module was unsuccessful In that case repeat the process If that does not correct the problem contact Miele 66 m Pull the antenna 9 straight out m Guide the cover 2 over the antenna and screw on the cover m Angle the antenna so that it faces to the right or left m f necessary disconnect the power supply and continue installing the appliance Preparing the installation niche N Keep the appliance door closed until it is securely fastened in the niche Tipping hazard Because of the size and weight of the appliance it is essential to ensure that the appliance cannot tip over once it has been mounted in the niche Installing the appliance Mounting Accessories The mounting accessories needed for installing the appliance into the niche are included in the packaging Several plastic bags are included which are numbered alphabetically The bag needed for each step will be marked with its respective letter Anti tip brackets The anti tip brack
6. The module has been connected to the network when r appears in the display If r does not appear refer to the Network options section of the XKM 2000 Installation Instruction manual m Press and hold the access button 8 for 2 seconds to confirm the change m To return to the main menu tap the V button until a solid r appears in the display m Press the access button 8 to confirm m Tap the V button until a c appears in the display m Touch the access button 8 You have left the Custom settings mode When you are in the Custom settings mode the door alarm is turned off automatically Once the door is closed it is reactivated 85 RemoteVision optional accessory MasterCool control panel options for RemoteVision Status indicators Description of function Flashing r Module booting phase Flashing r Not connected to network Flashing r Connection to network established no IP address assigned Solid FS Connected to network Flashing r In Ad Hoc Mode not connected Flashing r In Ad Hoc Mode connected Selectable Description of function options p Back re Reboot the module r3 Reset to factory settings rH Enter Ad Hoc Mode Note If you cannot select any option other than r Back the module has not been installed correctly 86 Please have the model and serial number of your appliance available before contacting Technical Se
7. eliminate Rattling clinking The appliance is not level Realign the appliance using a spirit level by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance The appliance is touching Move it away another appliance or piece of furniture Drawers baskets or shelves Check all removable items are jiggling or are stuck and refit them correctly Bottles or containers are Separate them touching The transport cord clips are Remove the cord clips still hanging on the back of the appliance 48 After sales service In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself please contact your Miele dealer Or Miele Technical Service See back cover of the this manual contact details When contacting Miele Technical Ser vice please quote the model and serial number of your appliance This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance Warranty For additional information please refer to your warranty booklet See the end of these operating and installation instructions for this telephone number MieleCare USA only MieleCare our Extended Service Contract program gives you the assurance of knowing that your appliance investment is covered by 5 years of worry free ownership MieleCare is the only Extended Service Contract in the industry that guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service Provider using genuine Miele parts Only genuin
8. Original Miele Spare parts are suitable for use Contact Miele Plumbing Preparing the water connection For appliances with a hose guide The connection to the household water supply must be installed before the appliance is installed m Turn off the main water valve to prevent damage caused by leaking water m Attach the connecting pipe to the shut off valve according to the instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the ice cube maker installation kit m position the device in front of the niche and push the stainless steel m Install the connecting pipe Always tube through the hose guide at the observe the indicated clearance back of the unit dimensions to prevent damage to the At this point the niche should be ready connecting pipe when pushing in the for the appliance to be pushed back appliance into it see Installing the appliance m You can now continue with the installation m Secure the connecting pipe to the floor with adhesive tape m You may now proceed to install the appliance See Installing the appliance 81 Plumbing Connecting the water supply When connecting the water pipe to the solenoid valve of the appliance follow the instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the ice cube maker installation kit When bending the water pipe be sure not to kink it otherwise there is a risk of leaks and water damage Use bending aids m Remove the cap
9. cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating P Be certain your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician To guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance continuity must exist between the appliance and an effective grounding System It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met If there is any doubt have the electrical system of the house checked by a qualified electrician P Only connect power to the appliance when all installation and plumbing work is complete IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation This appliance is top heavy and must be secured to prevent the possibility of tipping forward Keep the doors closed until the appliance is completely installed and secured per the installation instructions P This appliance must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation instructions P Installation and repair work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty P Installation must comply with local plumbing regulations and state laws P Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or if the appliance has been damaged in any manner Contact Miele s Technical Ser vice Department P This appliance must not be used in a non stationary location e g on a ship P Do not instal
10. door with the mounting frame over the threaded bolts 44 m Put the side strips back into place and screw them completely down on both sides of the appliance door Bag E contains spare screws for this purpose m Screw the nuts 9 a few turns onto the threaded bolts 44 Do not tighten the nuts completely m Close the appliance door and check the distance to doors of adjacent furniture fixtures m Align the custom door height with the threaded bolts m Now tighten the nuts 49 on top This secures the appliance door To mount the custom door on the lower appliance door simply repeat the steps under Preparing the custom door The position of the lower furniture door depends on the position of the upper door 15 Installing the appliance Note the size of the upper custom door front m Measure the distance Y between the adjusting rail from the lower door and the upper door m Be sure to leave a distance of 1 8 3 mm from the upper cabinetry door Attaching the lower bracket Only for appliances using the Front The fixing brackets are used to secure the custom door front to the bottom of the appliance door m Open the appliance door all the way m Slightly loosen the screw 1 m Position the fixing bracket on the appliance door 2 and pre drill a hole in the custom door front m Screw the fixing bracket securely to the custom door front 3 m Tighten the screw 4
11. drawers JE m Use the respective sensor button to select the desired drawer Left Foods that are best stored under humid conditions such as vegetables and fruit Right Foods that are best stored under dry conditions such as meat fish and dairy products The selected sensor button turns yellow and the symbols for the food choices appear fruit meat deli dairy fish veg m Use the sensor buttons to select the desired food type s m To delete a food type simply touch the sensor button again Please note that you cannot select foods that require humid conditions and foods that require dry conditions at the same time But several food types within one group can be selected at the same time m Place the food in the SmartFresh drawer SmartFresh drawers For optimal storage conditions it is always best to store similar foods together in one crisper Foods that are best stored under dry conditions fresh fish and shellfish meats poultry sausage dairy products and deli salads Foods that are best stored under moist conditions fresh produce e g vegetables lettuce herbs mushrooms cabbage fruit Remember that higher moisture levels can only be attained when the food is stored unpacked so air can circulate freely 18 Foods that are best stored under dry conditions fresh fish and shellfish meat poultry sausage dairy products and deli salads Please note t
12. e 29 D 33332 G tersloh 40 Frequently asked questions With the aid of the following guide minor problems can be corrected without a ser vice call Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in strict accordance with local and national safety regulations Unauthorized repairs could cause personal injury or machine damage and may void the warranty Problems with temperature Issue Possible fault Solution The refrigerator The machine is not Check whether the appliance is or freezer turned on switched on at the main switch The section does temperature display must be lit up not get cold The machine is not Check that the plug is correctly plugged in inserted in the power outlet Check that the fuse has Reset the circuit breaker not tripped If the breaker trips again the appliance or the outlet may be defective Contact Miele or a qualified electrician The temperature is set Check the display incorrectly The Select a warmer See Selecting the correct temperature in the refrigerator or freezer section is too low temperature temperature The SuperCool function is still on SuperCool automatically shuts off after 6 hours for refrigerator 52 hours for freezer The door is not closed Check that the doors have been closed properly A large amount of food is being frozen at the same time This makes the compress
13. into the machine optimizing the energy performance of the unit c v lt a Sg m f necessary shorten the three parts m Clip the air separator left and right of of the air separator the partition in the exhaust grille Be sure that it clicks into place and guides the foam partition under the exhaust grille m Insert the foam pieces back into the sides 79 Plumbing 80 All plumbing work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations Disconnect the appliance from the electrical power supply before connecting it to the water supply Turn off the water supply before connecting the water lines to the ice cube maker The water quality must conform to country requirements for drinking water The appliance is only suitable for connection to the cold water supply The water pressure must be between 25 and 80 psi 1 7 5 5 bar A separate shut off valve must be installed so that the water supply can be interrupted as needed The maximum outer diameter of the water pipe without fittings 3 3 10 mm The shut off valve for the water connection must not be located behind the appliance It is recommended to place the shut off valve directly next to the appliance base unit or in another easily accessible location Do not use pipe extenders In the event that the piping has to be replaced only
14. into the power outlet CD The plug of the appliance should be easily accessible after installation If the plug is not accessible after the appliance has been installed disconnection from the power supply should be completed via the circuit breaker In the case of side by side installations a separate outlet must be used for each appliance m To prevent the power cord from becoming caught Tie a piece of string to the middle of the power cord and feed it forward under the appliance When sliding the appliance in pull the cable forward m Carefully slide the appliance into the space If resistance is felt when attempting to slide the appliance into the installation niche for example because the floor is uneven m Turn the rear adjustable wheels slightly outward see Aligning the appliance then push the appliance in Be careful not to damage the water pipe or power cord attached to the floor m Remove the edge protector 69 Installing the appliance Aligning the appliance m Align the appliance with the custom front 6 4 38mm 3 4 19mm i rd J 4 3 IG 1 1 4 32mm TS The installation aids on the appliance door have been designed for the following custom door thicknesses 3 4 19 mm 1 1 2 38 mm The height adjustable feet at the front and rear can all be adjusted from the front Front feet Adjust from the top wit
15. m Clean the door seals with warm water and dry thoroughly Cleaning and care After cleaning m Return all shelves and accessories m Place food back in the refrigerator section close the appliance doors insert the plug in the power outlet and turn the appliance on m Switch on the SuperCool function for the freezer section The freezer section will cool down quickly m Once the temperature in the freezer section is cold enough place food in the freezer baskets and return them to the freezer Changing the light bulb The lighting automatically switches off after the door has been open for approx 5 minutes This is not a fault After the bulb has cooled for a short time it will turn on again If the light does not come on when the door is opened briefly the light bulb should be changed m Use the main switch to turn the appliance off To reduce the risk of electric shock disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging or tripping the circuit breaker Upper lighting m Grasp the front of the light cover with both hands and slide it back m Carefully pull the cover forward and out 33 Cleaning and care Never touch a halogen bulb with bare fingers When inserting a glass halogen bulb always hold it with a soft cloth m Remove the defective light bulb m Place the new bulb in the socket Halogen bulb type 20 W 12 V socket GY 6 35 m Slip the rear of the light cover
16. possible cosmetic result check to be sure that the installation space complies with the installation dimensions See Niche dimensions The side walls of the installation cavity must be plumb The minimum thickness of the side walls and the top wall must be 5 8 16 mm The minimum thickness of the toe kick panel must be 1 2 13 mm A thickness of 19 mm is recommended 55 Installation Stainless steel panels Stainless steel door panels and toe kick covers are available from Miele Custom door panels This appliance is compatible with all styles and designs of kitchen cabinetry The total weight of the decorative panel s must not exceed the following KF 18X3 Vi Upper door 104 Ibs 47 kg Lower door 22 Ibs 10 kg KF 19X3 Vi Upper door 84 Ibs 38 kg Lower door 31 Ibs 14 kg Installation options There are many different installation options You are limited only by the design of the kitchen The door hinge cannot be exchanged Single column The appliance can be installed at any preferred location in the kitchen However be sure the door will open and close properly in the chosen location 56 Side by side This appliance can be installed side by side with another fridge freezer using a Merging Kit The Merging Kit is available from Miele Contact Miele or your dealer for specific information about which combinations wi
17. the slide rails and click it into place with the lower hooks m Make sure the shelf is level Removing a door shelf m Slide it upward all the way to the top of the slide rails until it can be removed Replacing a door shelf m Start at the top of the slide rails and slide the shelf down into the desired position 28 Removing the hinged door shelf m Pull the stops upward and out of the shelf and remove the shelf lid upward m Now remove the hinged container upward and out Removing the storage shelf from above the drawer m Remove the rear finishing strip move the glass plate slightly toward the rear and carefully lift it upward and out Adjusting the interior fittings Ice cube container The ice cube container is set on telescopic tracks and can be removed for loading unloading and cleaning m Slide the container forward until resistance is felt m On both sides of the container pull the latches see arrow upward and lift the container out of the freezer Push the tracks back into the freezer to avoid injury Replacing the ice cube container m Completely extend the telescopic tracks m Lay the container onto the tracks so that it connects in the front and back m Slide the container in Small freezer basket The small freezer basket can be removed for cleaning m Slide the basket forward until resistance is felt On the hinged side of the door is a safety lock which
18. the use of Cryptosporium parvum oocysts Application Guidelines Water Supply Parameters IMPORTANT Must be installed and operated Water pressure 30 120 psi 207 827 kPa in accordance with application guidelines Water temperature 33 F 100 F 0 6 C 38 C Failure to do so may void warranty Service flow 0 75 gpm 2 83 Ipm Change filter at least every 6 months Flush new cartridge for 3 minutes CAUTION To avoid property damage due to water For estimated costs of replacement leakage you MUST read and follow these operating elements please visit your local appliance instructions before installation and use of this dealer or parts distributor product WARNING Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the S N system Systems certified for cyst reduction may be e used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts a 3M company NSF is a registered trademark of NSF International CUNO Engineered Products Inc CUNO is a trademark of 3M Company used under license 1000 Apollo Road 2007 3M Company All rights reserved Eagan MN 55121 2240 U S A FAN 39 Lead free certificate C USA This product KF 1803 Vi KF 1813 Vi KIMBM30US KF 1903 Vi KF 1913 Vi KIMBM36US is tested and certified by WQA against ORD0902 for California lead free compliance Miele amp Cie KG Carl Miele Stra
19. 0 Do 0 SS ay Hinged door shelf 2 Shelves height adjustable Door shelves height adjustable Floating drawer 8 Control panel Humidity filter Main switch to turn the appliance On Off SmartFresh drawer Ice maker 0 Water filter Small freezer basket 2 Large freezer basket 13 Ice cube container Guide to the Fridge Freezer combination Control panel i HB JIa p deli dairy fish veg super ice alarm filter A Access button activates the control panel 2 Refrigerator 8 Left SmartFresh drawer 4 Right SmartFresh drawer Freezer Temperature display V colder warmer Allows you to set the desired temperature in the refrigerator or freezer section 8 Food type s to be stored in the SmartFresh drawer left high humidity right low humidity On Off sensor button for the SuperCool function 9 On Off sensor button for the ice cube maker Sensor button for the temperature and door alarm Water filter change indicator Only visible when the relevant function is activated Before use Before using for the first time m Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with a mild solution of warm water and liquid dish soap Dry with a soft cloth If the appliance was transported or laid hori
20. 5 seconds Vv L m Tap the V button until appears in the display m Touch the access button J to confirm 16 m By touching the V button you can select either Fahrenheit or Celsius for the temperature display B Fahrenheit 1 Celsius return to menu m Touch the access button J to confirm the setting m Tap the V button until a c appears in the display m Touch the access button You have left the Custom settings mode When you are in the Custom settings mode the door alarm is turned off automatically Once the door is closed it is reactivated SmartFresh drawers The SmartFresh drawers provide the right combination of temperature and humidity The result is freshness up to three times longer than in the other zones of the refrigerator Storage temperatures For fresh foods that are not adversely affected by cold the best range is 32 37 F 0 3 C This helps to keep the food fresh considerably longer than in the rest of the refrigerator spoiling is minimal Humidity The level of humidity in the SmartFresh drawers is dependent on the moisture content of the stored food and the quantity of food stored The closer the humidity in the appliance matches the moisture content of the food the more moisture the food will retain and the fresher and crisper it will stay over a longer period of time Using the SmartFresh drawers There are two SmartFresh
21. 60 F 16 C to 100 F 38 C LI 60 F 16 C to 110 F 43 C Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the compressor to switch off for too long causing the internal temperature in the appliance to rise with the risk of food deteriorating and going off Installation site The appliance should be installed in a dry well ventilated room Do not install the appliance outdoors in an environment with dripping water in rooms that are at risk of frost The installation location should not be exposed to direct sunlight nor near a heat source such as an oven radiator etc The ambient temperature should not drop below 55 F 13 C or rise above 110 F 43 C otherwise malfunctions may occur If installation next to a heat source is unavoidable observe the following minimum distances from the heat source 1 14 8 cm from an electric cooktop or electric oven 12 30 cm from a gas or oil cooktop range or oven The following should also be taken into consideration The electrical outlet must be easily accessible in case of an emergency not concealed behind the appliance The plug and cord must not touch the rear of the appliance as they could be damaged by vibrations from the appliance Do not plug in other devices behind this appliance 53 Installation Important When there is high humidity a build up of condensation on the outer surfa
22. Optional accessories Merging Kit for side by side installation Front panel gap kit RemoteVision module for wireless monitoring Installing the appliance Aligning the housing unit The housing unit must be carefully aligned using a spirit level before installing the appliance The unit corners must be at right angles as otherwise the furniture door will not align correctly with the 4 corners of the appliance The side panels of the housing must be even The housing unit panels must be at least 16 mm thick The plinth facing must be at least 13 mm thick or preferably 19 mm 64 Check the installation niche To ensure a safe trouble free installation and the best possible cosmetic result check to be sure that the installation space complies with the installation requirements m Check the base see Installation m Check the dimensions of the cavity m Check that the cavity is square m Check the location of the power outlet m Check the location of the water connection see Plumbing m Check that all furniture parts in the vicinity of the appliance are securely connected to the wall m Check that the adjacent furniture fixtures do not collide with the open door Before installation Caution the appliance is very heavy Use caution when unpacking and opening the door danger of tipping m To protect the base from damage during installation attac
23. ______ Miele Operating and Installation Instructions Fridge Freezer Combination To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use en US CA M Nr 09 920 660 Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS elles sisse 4 Guide to the Fridge Freezer combination auauua aaa 8 Before USC RA REA EO Kod 10 Turning the appliance On Off ee 10 Settings ook is ae dene d I Vue ehe n me d 11 Turning the button sound On Off liiis ses 12 Turning off for longer periods of time 13 Temperature and door alarm uiis il sess 14 Temperature alarmi 2 a nct yack io a db age XU cun C REOR ee s t ar ie 14 DGOf alafTris ose d Tr re e RR RP e Latin 14 Setting the temperature ilii lle sss 15 Setting the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer sections 15 SmartFresh drawers 0 17 Storage temperatures 2 ee 17 FIUMIGIY us e ee Ra EE RE GE PR ee RRR APES GR RR 17 Using the SmartFresh drawers 0 17 Using the refrigerator efficiently 0 20 Using the freezer efficiently 0 21 gi I rAnehiooct M M UE 21 Defrostilig esras estar ong pak eue XA E ERE Band ae eee REN d a beta 22 Cooling drinks quickly e imer Hod eee ev ce ede en Fee PG cR dote ans 22 SuperCool le 23 Ice cube maker osos sedis RR ERE ba bbe PERRA REPRE HER drea 24 Automatic defrost 00 00 ies 25 Adjusting the interior fittings 26 Moving ihe Shelves serrer ererek
24. appliance 70 Attaching the appliance to the installation niche 0 71 Preparing the custom doo iii ir kao Euh Red EG Rd REA oe a 73 Attaching and aligning the custom door front 75 Plumbing occ ARE e E Ede ders 80 Electrical connection 83 RemoteVision optional accessory 0 0020 isses 84 Contact details 87 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the appliance follow basic safety precautions including the following Read all instructions before installation and use to prevent accidents and machine damage This appliance is intended for residential use only Use only as described in this Operating manual Only use the appliance for its intended purpose This appliance complies with current safety requirements Improper use of the appliance can lead to personal injury and material damage Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user Electrical Safety P Before installation make sure that the voltage and frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the household electrical supply This data must correspond to prevent injury and machine damage Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt P Before installation or service disconnect the power supply to the work area by unplugging the unit tripping the circuit breaker or removing the fuse P Do not use an extension cord to connect this appliance to electricity Extension
25. are any questions regarding the electrical connection of this appliance to the power supply please consult a licensed electrician or call the Miele Technical Service 653 1 800 999 1360 1 800 565 6435 The appliance is supplied with a UL listed 3 wire power cord and NEMA 5 15 P plug ready for connection to a 120 V 60 Hz supply The fuse rating is 15 amps The appliance requires a 3 wire receptacle The receptacle must be installed by a licensed electrician only In the case of side by side installations a separate outlet must be used for each appliance Ideally the power outlet should be next to the appliance and easily accessible Do not connect the appliance to the power supply by an extension cord Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance danger of overheating If any changes are needed to the household wiring or power supply this work must be performed by a qualified electrician 83 RemoteVision optional accessory Miele s RemoteVision Wi Fi technology creates a virtual link between your appliance and our monitoring center If a fault occurs Miele s client service center will be notified and contact you or another trusted individual identified on your call roster in order to gain access to your appliance to fix the problem For information on set up and installation of the RemoteVision module see the Installation section of this manual 84 Be su
26. artFresh drawer should be stored unwrapped A high humidity in the SmartFresh zone is created solely by the moisture in the stored food If the humidity level is not high enough for example when not enough food is stored the humidity level can be raised with a damp sponge If you feel that the temperature in the SmartFresh zone is too high or too low try to adjust it by raising or lowering the temperature in the refrigerator by 1 to 2 C Make sure that ice crystals do not form on the bottom of the SmartFresh zone if this happens the temperature must be increased otherwise the food will be damaged by the cold Do not allow water to collect on the bottom of the SmartFresh zone use a cloth to dry it If necessary wipe food dry before storing it or put a grill on the bottom of the SmartFresh zone so that the moisture can drain off Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones Due to the natural circulation of air in the appliance there are different temperature zones in the refrigerator Cold heavy air sinks to the lowest section of the appliance Make use of these different zones when placing food in the appliance This appliance uses a dynamic cooling feature to establish a constant temperature during cooling As a result the differences between temperature zones are less pronounced Warmest area The warmest area is in the top section of the door storage shelf Use this area to store i
27. back into position then pull it forward and into place 34 Side lighting Ni m Turn the light cover counterclockwise and pull out Never touch a halogen bulb with bare fingers When inserting a glass halogen bulb always hold it with a soft cloth m Pull the defective light bulb from the socket m Place the new bulb in the socket Halogen bulb type 5 W 12 V socket G 4 m Put the light cover back on and turn clockwise into place m Restore power to the appliance Water filter The appliance is supplied with an active charcoal filter which improves the taste and smell of ice cubes by removing chlorine and other substances from the incoming tap water Additional water filters are available from Miele It is important to change the water filter regularly To avoid serious illness or death do not use water that is microbiologically or chemically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection or other treatment before or after use of a filter Note After installing a new water filter and Switching on the ice maker discard the first 24 hours worth of ice production If the ice maker has not been used for a prolonged time discard any ice cubes in the freezer empty the container and discard the ice production of the next 24 hours f the appliance or ice maker have not been routinely used for several weeks or months or if the ice cubes have an unpleasant odor c
28. ces of the appliance can occur This can cause the surfaces to corrode To prevent this it is advisable to install the appliance in a dry and or an air conditioned room with sufficient ventilation Please ensure that doors close and seal properly after installation and that the appliance is installed in accordance with these installation instructions and and with the required ventilation openings If the room is too cold it will cause the cooling system in the appliance to remain off for too long This can cause the temperature in the appliance to rise resulting in damage 54 Installation Base A fully loaded appliance is very heavy The load bearing capacity of your floor must meet the following requirements KF18X3Vi 950 Ibs 431 kg KF 19X3 Vi 1 185 Ibs 537 kg To ensure that the appliance is installed securely and functions properly the base must be flat level and made of a hard rigid material If in doubt contact Miele Furniture fixtures The new appliance will be mounted securely to adjacent and overhead furniture fixtures For this reason it is essential that all attachable furniture fixtures be connected securely to the floor or wall by a suitable means Ventilation The air intake and outlet must not be blocked or covered in any way They also need to be dusted cleaned on a regular basis Installation niche To ensure safe trouble free installation and the best
29. e Miele parts installed by factory trained professionals can guarantee the safety reliability and longevity of your Miele appliance Please note that unless expressly approved in writing by the Miele Ser vice department Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele Our goal is to prevent unauthorized and untrained service personnel from working on your Miele products possibly doing further damage to them you and or your home To learn more about MieleCare Extended Service Contracts please contact your appliance dealer or visit us online at http mieleusa com 49 50 ii Installation Instructions Information is subject to change Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification technical amp warranty information To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use 51 Caring for the environment Disposing of the packaging materials The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during transportation The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled Ensure that any plastic wrappings bags etc are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children Return the packaging to your dealer 52 Disposal of your old appliance Old appliances may contain
30. each the temperature If after this time the temperature is still too high or too low you will need to adjust it again Temperature range The temperature can be selected within the following ranges Refrigerator 36 F to 46 F 2 C to 8 C A temperature of 37 F 4 C in the refrigerator section is recommended Freezer 7 F to 11 F 14 C to 24 C To freeze fresh food and store frozen food for an extended period of time a temperature of 0 F 18 C is suggested The room temperature and the installation location can affect the time it takes for the appliance to get to the desired temperature If the room temperature is too high it may not be possible for the appliance to reach the lowest temperature Setting the temperature Temperature unit Fahrenheit Celsius The temperature can be displayed in degrees Fahrenheit F or Celsius C be m Touch the access button 8 so it turns yellow Red Ba m Touch the sensor button for the refrigerator section so it turns yellow m Note the position of the V button but do not touch m Touch the access button J again so it turns white Only the access button J is visible m Place one finger on the position of the V button and hold the V button will not be visible m While holding down the V button press the access button J once Keep holding the V button down until the following appears in the display approx
31. emperature reached during the alarm The filter display is red This is a warning that the water filter needs to be changed soon Order replacement filters from Miele The filter display is flashing red The water filter needs to be changed See Exchanging the water filter 44 Frequently asked questions Problems with the ice maker Issue Possible fault Solution The ice cube maker will not switch on The appliance is not plugged in Check that the appliance is connected to the power supply The ice cube maker is not producing any ice cubes When the appliance is turned on for the very first time it can take up to 10 hours for the first ice cubes to drop out of the ice cube maker and collect in the container The appliance is not turned on Check that the appliance is switched on The water supply line was not primed purged of air before the appliance was used for the first time Contact Miele Check if the ice cube maker is switched on the water supply line is open there are ice cubes stuck together and blocking the exit the ice cube container is in the right position the freezer compartment temperature is too high the water pressure is too low The water pressure must be between 25 and 80 psi 1 7 5 5 bar See Ice Cube Maker and or Plumbing for more information
32. er fills with water Cold air is blown directly over the container As soon as the ice cubes are frozen they fall into the ice cube container The ice cube maker can produce approx 140 ice cubes within 24 hours Note Ice production will vary due to your water source temperature pressure and hardness The production volume of the ice depends on the temperature in the freezer The lower the temperature the more ice cubes produced After the appliance is turned on for the very first time it can take up to 10 hours for the first ice cubes to drop out of the ice cube maker and collect in the container 24 Once the ice cube container is full the ice cube maker switches off automatically Do not use the ice cube container for rapid cooling of food or drinks The ice cube maker may become blocked and be damaged Do not use the first three containers of ice cubes from the ice cube maker Discard the ice produced in the first 24 hours after switching on the ice cube maker This applies for the very first use and whenever the appliance has been out of service for an extended period of time The amount of ice cubes produced depends on the temperature in the freezer section The lower the temperature the more ice cubes will be produced in a given period of time Turning off the ice cube maker The water supply line must be shut off several hours before the appliance or ice cube maker is switched off SA m To
33. ers that may contain filterable cysts 38 Water filter Performance Data Sheet For Filter Model 07134220 Using Replacement Cartridge 07134220 This system has been tested according to NSF ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of the substances listed below The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF ANSI 42 and 53 System tested and certified by NSF International in Model 07134220 Note that while the testing was against NSF ANSI Standard 53 for the reduction of Cysts and Performed under standard Turbidity and against Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine Taste laboratory conditions actual and Odor Nominal Particulate Class performance may vary To a capacity of 739 68 gallons 2800 liters Substance Average Influent Challenge Product d Maximum Permissible Max Min 96 NSF Influent Concentration Water Product Water Effluent Reduction Test Concentration mg L Concentration ain Concentration Cysts 166500 Minimum 50 000 L 1 99 99 99 95 9999 516458 05 Turbidity 107 11 1NTU 0 31 97 09 0 5 NTU 9542 516456 05 Particulate Class Particle size At least 10 000 gt 0 5 to lt 1um 5700000 particles ml 99 52 gt 85 69000 511079 03 Chlorine taste and odor 1 9 2 0 mg L 10 0 05 7 3 gt 50 96 84 511081 03 Based on
34. ets D keep the appliance safely secured in the installation niche 2 and prevent it from tipping x lt 0 4 lt 10mm NRisk of tipping The installation niche must be securely attached to the wall behind it This is the only way the appliance which is later secured in the niche can be prevented from tipping Two anti tip brackets are recommended for each appliance For side by side installations 4 brackets are recommended m Position the anti tip brackets on the left and right in the installation niche so that there is no more than 3 8 10 mm of space between the brackets and the side walls m Mark the drill holes in the anti tip brackets on the back wall and on the ceiling of the installation niche m Set the brackets aside they will be needed again later Screws are supplied with the appliance for various applications materials If the anti tip brackets cannot be attached securely with the screws supplied an alternative anti tip device can be used Assure that there are no electrical wires or plumbing in the area which the screws could penetrate risk of injury and damage 67 Installing the appliance If the installation niche is deeper than the appliance select a beam with a larger cross section or attach two m Now attach the installation niche to beams the wall The beam must cover the appliance Securing an alternat
35. from the appliance connection 1 m Bend the water pipe to suit the location of the connection on the appliance 2 82 m Push the union nut and seal onto the water pipe m Push the end of the water pipe into the appliance connection and screw on the union nut 3 First tighten by hand m Then use an open ended wrench to tighten the union nut Do not over tighten m Open the shut off valve and the main water connection Check for leaks at the connection for the shut off valve and to the appliance m Turn the appliance on After a maximum of 10 hours the first ice cubes will drop out of the ice cube maker and collect in the ice cube container Electrical connection VAN Avoid the risk of electrical shock Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not move the ground plug Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor may result in electric shock If you are in any doubt as to whether the appliance has been properly grounded have the appliance checked by a qualified electrician or service technician Installation repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous Before installing the appliance verify that the voltage load and circuit rating information found on the data plate match the household electrical supply If there
36. function See SuperCool for more information in a microwave oven Do not leave bottles in the freezer for more than 1 hour closed containers in the refrigerator the cold given off could burst by the frozen food helps to keep the other food cold atroom temperature in a steam oven Poultry It is especially important to observe proper hygiene when defrosting poultry Never save the liquid from defrosted poultry Drain it away and promptly wash the container the sink and your hands Danger of salmonella poisoning Fruit should be defrosted at room temperature in its packaging or in a covered bowl Most vegetables can be cooked while still frozen Simply place directly into boiling water or hot oil 22 SuperCool When the SuperCool function is activated the appliance is cooled as quickly as possible to a factory preset temperature SuperCool When used with the refrigerator the SuperCool function is ideal for the rapid cooling of drinks and refrigerating large quantities of food When used with the freezer the SuperCool function is ideal for freezing large quantities of unfrozen food The function should be switched on 4 6 hours before the fresh food is placed in the freezer If the max freezing capacity is used 24 hours are recommended This helps food to freeze quickly and retain its nutrients vitamins flavor and appearance Switching on SuperCool Ru Bu m T
37. h a hard board linoleum etc to the floor in front of the intended installation location m Take the supplied accessories out of the protective packaging Installing the appliance m Do not remove the installation supports from the appliance doors They will be used later in the installation niche There are transportation safety devices inside the appliance to protect the shelves and storage compartments until installation is complete Do not remove them or parts may be damaged m Check the appliance for damage in transit Do not install the appliance if it is visibly damaged If in doubt contact your dealer 7 m Loosen the bracket that holds the appliance to the pallet N Caution The appliance is no longer secured and may be unstable m From the rear of the appliance carefully lift it from the pallet Once the appliance is on the ground it can be wheeled around RemoteVision module installation optional accessory Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply when performing installation maintenance or service work Install the RemoteVision module before placing the appliance in its installation niche Once connected the RemoteVision module will increase the energy consumption of the appliance The slot for the RemoteVision module is located in the lower area of the back of your appliance m Unscrew the screws on the cover 2 and pull off the sticker 65
38. h a rachet 5 16 8 mm Rear feet Adjust with a cordless screwdriver and or a rachet 5 16 8 mm for fine adjustment 9 m Use a level to align the installation aids 9 on the door 70 Important When unscrewing the height adjustable feet proceed gradually alternating between left and right m Unscrew the height adjustable feet until the mark on the base has reached the indicated guide dimension 1 1 4 32 mm The guide dimension of 1 1 4 32 mm is related to a niche height of 84 2134 mm Important The height adjustable feet can only be unscrewed as far as the mark 2 3 16 62 mm on the base max niche height of 85 3 16 2164 mm m Align the custom doors with a level m If using a wooden beam as an alternative anti tip device rotate the appliance all the way toward the wooden beam Installing the appliance Note If there is no way to attach the top of the appliance it can be attached to the sides of the installation niche e The adjustment of the rear feet is aided if the appliance is lifted at the rear tipped forward slightly 3 A PED 0 Attaching the appliance to the installation niche m Screw the attachment plate lugs to the overhead furniture fixtures m lf necessary shorten the filler strip to the required height m Place the 2 strips on top of each other 71 Installing the appliance
39. hange the water filter Water filter change indicator The change indicator will appear approx every 6 months depending on the quantity of ice produced filter When the filter indicator lights red this is an indication that a filter change will soon be necessary New water filters Bypass and Active charcoal filters are available from Miele m When the filter indicator flashes red in the display the filter must be changed 35 Water filter Exchanging the water filter Note Air trapped in the system may cause water and the filter cartridge to eject forcefully Use caution when removing m Push in and rotate the filter cap on the base panel of your appliance counterclockwise 180 1 m Pull the used filter cartridge out of the appliance 2 36 m Remove the cap from the used filter 3 m Take a new filter cartridge out of the packaging and remove the protective cap m Push the cap onto the new filter cartridge 4 m Push the filter cartridge with cap ina horizontal position all the way into the opening in the base panel 5 m Rotate the filter cartridge clockwise 180 until the cap is in a horizontal position 6 Water filter Using an external water filter filter If your household water supply already has an external water filter installed leave the standard water filter bypass m Re eo dr cartridge installed in the appliance indicator in the display still f
40. hat foods rich in protein deteriorate faster than others Shellfish for example deteriorates faster than fish and fish deteriorates faster than meat Always keep these foods covered or wrapped Exception Meat The surface of the meat dries out slightly slowing the growth of bacteria so the meat lasts longer Do not let one type of meat come into direct contact with another type always keep them in separate packages This prevents premature deterioration of the meat through bacterial cross contamination Take food out of the SmartFresh drawer approx 30 60 minutes before using it The flavor and taste do not fully develop until the food has reached room temperature Important If the divider is not in place the function of the SmartFresh drawers is impaired SmartFresh drawers If you are not satisfied with your stored food for example the food wilts or becomes withered after only a short storage time check the following again m Store only fresh food The initial condition of the food is most important for maintaining freshness m Before storing food clean the SmartFresh zone m Very moist food should be dried off before storing it m Do not store cold sensitive food in the SmartFresh zone m Remember that not all foods can be stored together m For optimal storage conditions it is always best to store similar foods together in one drawer for humid or dry storage m The food in the humid Sm
41. isshapen Check the water pressure The water pressure must be between 25 and 80 psi 1 7 5 5 bar Contact a plumber Check that the freezer temperature is not too low See Selecting the correct temperature Change the water filter See Water filter Ice is forming in the supply hose to the ice maker Check the water pressure The water pressure must be between 25 and 80 psi 1 7 5 5 bar Contact a plumber Check whether the freezer compartment temperature is too high See Selecting the correct temperature 47 Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr This noise may get louder for brief periods when the motor kicks on Blub blub A gurgling noise can be heard when the refrigerant circulates through the pipes Click Clicking sounds occur whenever the thermostat turns the motor on or off Sssrrrrr In multi section and frost free appliances the movement of air circulating through the appliance can sometimes just barely be heard In appliances with a water tank a humming noise can be heard when the water pump is running Crack A cracking noise can be heard when the appliance materials expand Keep in mind that a certain amount of noise is unavoidable from the compressor and the refrigerant circulating through the system Noises that you Possible cause Solution can easily
42. ive anti tip by at least 2 50 8 mm device m Mark the installation height lower If the anti tip brackets cannot be edge of the beam on the rear wall of attached securely an alternative the niche anti tip device can be used m Select screws according to the Ensure that there is no give between thickness of the wooden beam the appliance and the anti tip device Example 3 V 89 mm screw for 2x4 beam Determine the number of screws based on the cavity width to ensure that the beam will be attached securely M m Locate wall studs near the rear wall of the cavity and mark drill holes in the beam LL m Pre drill the wooden beam m Attach the wooden beam to the rear wall of the niche Now prepare the water connection from the appliance to the main supply line see Plumbing If possible always screw the wooden beam to existing studs m Cut a wooden beam cross section min 3 x 4 75 mm x 100 mm to the required length The length is equal to the width of the installation niche 68 Installing the appliance Sliding the appliance into the installation niche If a side by side installation is desired connect the two appliances together See the Installation Manual included with the Merging Kit m To protect the corners of the installation space attach edge protectors where needed not included m Plug the appliance
43. l the fridge freezer in a room with too low an ambient temperature e g a garage as this may lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature P The ice cube maker is not suitable for connection to a hot water supply P In refrigerators with an automatic ice maker avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element located on the bottom of the ice maker Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in P Do not use water that is microbiologically or chemically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection or other treatment before or after the filter is used the filter alone is not an adequate safeguard Use P This appliance is not designed for commercial use It is intended for use in domestic households and in similar working and residential environments such as shops offices and similar work environments by customers in hotels motels Bed amp Breakfasts or similar residential environments P This appliance is not intended for outdoor use P Persons who lack physical sensory or mental abilities or experience with the machine should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person P To reduce the risk of injury do not allow children to play in on or near the appliance especially in the door hi
44. lashes The change must be be confirmed in the electronic Confirming the filter change filter m Press and hold the filter change sensor button m Atthe same time place a finger on the access button Press and hold both sensor buttons for approx 5 seconds until a beep is heard The water filter change has been confirmed and the filter change indicator had been reset The filter change indicator goes out m Close the door After installing a new water filter discard the first 24 hours of ice production 37 Water filter State of California Department of Public Health Water Treatment Device Certificate Number 06 1775 Date Issued March 10 2006 Date Revised April 3 2008 Trademark Model Designation Replacement Elements 9000 077095 9000 077104 Miele 07134220 07134220 Manufacturer Cuno Incorporated The water treatment device s listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic Radiological Contaminants Cysts None Turbidity Organic Contaminants None Rated Service Capacity 740 gals Rated Service Flow 0 75 gpm Conditions of Certification Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality except that systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected wat
45. ll work with your appliance For instructions on how to attach the appliances and install the heating mat please refer to the instructions included with the Merging Kit available from Miele Appliances attached together using the Merging Kit If the appliances are installed directly next to each other without a partition they need to be attached together using the Merging Kit Installation Installation with partition using the Merging Kit The minimum thickness of the partition is 16 mm FAL LAE p d If there is a partition with a thickness from g 16 mm to 6 160 mm between the adjacent appliances then each appliance should be individually installed within its own niche using the mounting accessories included The Merging Kit will also be needed The Merging Kit is available from Miele Installation with partition without using the Merging Kit If there is a partition with a thickness of more than 6 g 160 mm between the adjacent appliances then each appliance should be individually installed within its own niche using the mounting accessories included the Merging Kit is not necessary Side panels If one side of the appliance is visible a side panel must be used The side panel must be firmly secured to the wall the floor and the overhead furniture fixtures before the appliance is placed in the cavity The dimensions of the
46. long the rails 26 SmartFresh drawer These drawers are set on telescopic tracks They can be pulled in and out for loading and unloading or removed for m Open the drawer On the hinged side of the door is a safety lock which must be turned to a horizontal position before the drawer can be removed m Using a suitable object e g coin turn the safety lock to a horizontal position m On both sides of the drawer pull the latches 2 upward and lift the drawer out of the refrigerator Push the tracks back into the refrigerator to avoid injury Adjusting the interior fittings The divider in the drawer can also be removed for cleaning m Remove the drawer m Lift the divider upward and out To re insert the divider slide it back down along the tracks Important If the divider is not in place the SmartFresh drawer will not work properly Replacing the SmartFresh drawer m Completely extend the telescopic tracks m Lay the drawer on the tracks so that it connects in the front and back m Turn the safety lock back to the vertical position m Slide the drawer in 27 Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelves For easier loading unloading and cleaning the door shelves can be shifted or completely removed m Using both hands grasp the door shelf by the frame and tip it slightly forward m Slide the tipped shelf up or down along
47. materials that can be recycled Please contact your local recycling authority about the possibility of recycling these materials Instead please contact your municipality s waste collection center to return and recycle electric and electronic appliances Please take care not to damage the pipework while the appliance is being stored for transport to a waste disposal facility By protecting the pipework you help keep the coolants and compressor oil from contaminating the environment Before discarding an old appliance disconnect it from the electrical supply and cut off the power cord to prevent it from becoming a hazard Installation Have the appliance installed by a qualified technician according to the enclosed installation instructions WARNING This appliance is top heavy and must be secured to prevent it from tipping forward Keep the doors closed until the appliance is completely installed and secured as per the installation instructions Empty weight of your machine KF18X3Vi 455 Ibs 206 kg KF 19X3 Vi 496 Ibs 225 kg Climate Range The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges ambient temperatures and should not be used outside this range The climate range of this appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance Climate Ambient room temperature range SN 50 F 10 C to 90 F 32 C N 60 F 16 C to 90 F 32 C ST
48. mperature in the freezer zone reaches 0 F 18 C or higher check that food has not defrosted Door alarm If one of the appliance doors is left open for over 5 minutes an alarm signal will sound and the alarm indicator will turn red Turning the door alarm Off Once the door is closed the alarm turns off and the alarm indicator goes out If the door has not been closed properly the alarm will sound again after five minutes m To turn the alarm off early press the alarm sensor button The alarm indicator and signal will turn off Setting the temperature Setting the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer sections The refrigerator and freezer sections can be set independently of each other m Touch the access button 8 so it turns yellow erg m Touch the sensor button for the refrigerator or freezer section so it turns yellow Jo yY 12102 m Use the V and buttons next to the temperature display to set the temperature warmer or colder Tap the V and sensor buttons to raise lower the temperature 1 or hold them down to move through the temperature range more quickly The temperature display on the control panel always shows the desired temperature When you have adjusted the temperature wait for approx 6 hours if the appliance is not very full and for approx 24 hours if the appliance is full before checking the temperature as it will take this long for the appliance to r
49. must be turned to a horizontal position before the drawer can be removed m Using a suitable object e g coin turn the safety lock to a horizontal position m On both sides of the basket pull the latches 2 upward and lift the basket out of the freezer Replacing the small freezer basket m Fully extend the telescopic tracks m Lay the basket onto the tracks so that it connects in the front and back m Turn the safety lock back to the vertical position m Slide the freezer basket in Replacing the large freezer basket m Place the basket into the freezer making sure it is seated correctly in the connection holes 29 Cleaning and care To reduce the risk of electrical shock disconnect the appliance from the power supply by shutting off the power main tripping the circuit breaker or unplugging the power cord before maintenance Never use cleaning agents containing abrasive substances such as sand soda acids chlorides or chemical solvents Non abrasive cleaning agents are also unsuitable as they can cause matte areas to appear Only use a mild solution of warm water and liquid dish soap to clean this appliance Do not use a steam cleaner to clean this appliance Pressurized steam could penetrate electrical components and cause a short circuit Do not allow water to get into the electronic unit or lights The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed It contains info
50. nap koea iate e e 26 Floatitig awer eresi a dde er E a wedded E a beoe uns ades 26 Removing the storage shelf from above the drawer iliis era 28 ICE Gube CONIAINGK uud etaed ketene P dade Pee goes ee epee Gace etn 29 Small freezer basket 29 Cleaning and care lee 30 Cleaning the interior and accessories 31 HUMAY NOEs ieee dose ara e Ebo ERN en vafe 32 Ventilation Sits X xus dace GC dT ae ata edt sc D bee at tn D ao ets 32 Beg ec P 32 Changing the light bulb nanasan aana 33 Contents Water tiller lie ia 35 Water filter change indicator 0 35 Exchanging the water filter 36 Confirming the filter change 0 37 Using an external water filter 37 Lead free certificate 40 Frequently asked questions 41 NOISOS ROLE AAA RAR 48 After sales service olli il les 49 MCI AMPRRCCEPLML TI 49 Caring for the environment eile i esse 52 Installation ER e E ed ERE 53 Climate Ramge scs sosia enna 53 INsialiationi sit PT DE 53 Stainless steel panels 56 Custom door panels 56 Iristallation options iii eee wk aee do e RU ERE AR ee 56 Adjusting the door opening angle optional accessory 0 58 Dimenslols oe al aa Ee SUR T e EAE GER RE e aa 59 Installing the appliance 0 63 Before you Degli rire i tex a rt 63 RemoteVision module installation 65 Preparing the installation NICHEL 66 Sliding the appliance into the installation niche 69 Aligning the
51. ng screws from plastic or a cloth on the surface the strips 13 on each side of the door then remove m Set aside the screws and side strips amp 3 you will need them again later m Remove the light switch cover see arrow 73 Installing the appliance m Mark the distance X on the back side of the custom door m Also calculate and mark the center of the custom door Y m Remove the mounting frame from the appliance door and position it according to the markings on the custom door m Pre drill the holes m Tightly screw on the bracket using the pre drilled holes Attach the bracket to each attachment point with at least one screw m Attach the bracket at the top with at least 10 screws 74 Please note When attaching the mounting frame onto two adjacent doors see Front panel gap kit screw into the thicker outer frames of the doors only The bracket includes a variety of holes for the various design options of custom doors When performing work on the custom door always observe the following Always select the best load bearing surface of the custom door as the location for screws Always select a screw length that is shorter than the thickness of the door front m Secure the door handle to the front of the appliance from the inside Installing the appliance Attaching and aligning the custom door front m Open the door and hang the custom
52. nge area IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS P After your appliance is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces in the machine ice cubes or frozen food particularly when hands are damp or wet Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces P Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely P Do not handle frozen food or ice with wet hands Danger of injury P Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance P Do not deactivate the water filter display P Do not use sharp edged objects to remove frost and ice or separate frozen foods and remove ice trays They will damage the evaporator causing irreversible damage to the appliance P Do not use defrosting sprays or de icers as they might contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could cause a build up of gases and pose a danger to health P Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous with time P Do not block the ventilation gaps in the plinth or the top of the appliance housing unit as this can impair the efficiency of the appliance increase the electricity consumption and cause damage to the appliance P Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance Pressurized steam could damage electrical components and cause a short circuit The following applies to stainle
53. nstructions completely and carefully Have the appliance installed by a qualified technician according to the enclosed installation instructions To reduce the risk of injury or damage to the product two people should be used for installation These installation instructions are intended for use by qualified installers In addition to these instructions the appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes In the absence of a local code the following should be used In the USA the National Electric Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition State and Municipal codes and or local codes n Canada the Canadian Electric code C22 1 latest edition Provincial and Municipal codes and or local codes Tools needed for installation Cordless screwdriver Torx screwdriver Hammer drill Wood drills in different sizes Hammer Rachet jg 8 mm 63 Adhesive tape Multi grip pliers Level Tape measure Square When fastening the cabinet to the wall behind it see Installing the appliance use suitable plugs screws depending on the type of wall several mounting brackets if required Other Stepladder Dolly hand truck Wooden beam cross section min 3 x 4 75 mm x 100 mm as an alternative tilt protection length depends on the width of the installation cavity Wood screws in different sizes Edge protector s
54. of warm water and liquid dish soap Aluminum is susceptible to scratches and nicks treat with care The aluminum frames may become discolored or otherwise altered if soiling is not cleaned away promptly Do not use stainless steel cleaners lime removers scouring pads such as pot scrubbers or used sponges that still contain abrasive cleanser residue to clean the frames 31 Cleaning and care Humidity filters The two humidity filters located above the SmartFresh drawers must be removed for cleaning y ss m Unhook the filter cover 1 in each side of the drawer and remove them along with the filter mat downwards starting from 2 m Remove the filter mat 32 m Clean the filters by rinsing them with lukewarm water Do not clean in a dishwasher or washing machine This will damage the filter m Air dry the filters m Place the filters back in the filter cover m Put the filter cover back in place inserting the rear hooks first m Re insert the SmartFresh drawer Ventilation slits m Check the ventilation slits in the base panel regularly Remove any dirt dust with a vacuum cleaner or brush Clean as needed Door seals Do not use oil or grease on the door seals This may cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous over time
55. on sound can be turned off m Touch the access button 8 so it turns yellow arg m Touch the sensor button for the refrigerator section so it turns yellow m Note the position of the V button but do not touch m Touch the access button 8 again so it turns white Only the access button f is visible m Place one finger on the position of the V button and hold the V button will not be visible m While holding down the V button press the access button J once Keep holding the V button down until the following appears in the display approx 5 seconds v L m Tap the V button until 5b appears in the display m Touch the access button J to confirm Settings m By touching the V button you can choose between b U Button sound is off b 7 Button sound is on 5 Return to menu m Touch the access button 8 to confirm the setting m Tap the V button until you see c in the display m Touch the access button You have now left the Custom settings mode When you are in the Custom settings mode the door alarm is turned off automatically Once the door is closed it is reactivated Turning off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for an extended time for example during a vacation some precautions should be taken m Shut off the water supply line several hours before switching off the appliance m Take all food out of the appliance m T
56. or run longer causing the temperature in the freezer section to fall automatically 41 Frequently asked questions Problems with temperature Issue Possible fault Solution The freezer section is too warm The room temperature is lower than the ambient temperature for which the appliance is designed Raise the temperature of the room Operating the appliance in a room that is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long causing the freezer section to become too warm The temperature display for the freezer shows 18 C although have set a higher temperature This is not a fault If the ice maker is turned on while the ambient temperature of the room is 418 C a temperature of 18 C is automatically displayed Only then will the ice maker function properly 42 Frequently asked questions General problems Issue Possible fault Solution Water is flowing out of the appliance Close the shut off valve immediately Check whether the water pipe in the appliance is defective Contact Miele Technical Service Check whether the water pressure is too low Contact a plumber Check whether the correct water valve has been installed Self tapping valves and 3 44 4 76 mm saddle valves reduce the water pressure and can block the pipe The door to the freezer section will not open This i
57. ouch the sensor for the refrigerator or freezer as desired so it turns yellow m Touch the SuperCool sensor button so it turns yellow In the temperature display for the zone selected the new temperature setting appears Refrigerator Freezer 35 F 2 C 22 F 30 C The temperature in the appliance now begins to fall with maximum cooling in the zone selected Switching off SuperCool The SuperCool function automatically switches off after Refrigerator approx 6 hours Freezer approx 52 hours The sensor button turns white and the appliance continues running at normal power To save energy the SuperCool function can be switched off early once the food and or drinks are sufficiently chilled m Touch the SuperCool sensor button so that it turns white The temperature display for the zone selected returns to the original temperature setting The appliance now continues running at normal power 23 Ice cube maker For the automatic ice cube maker to operate it must be connected to the household water supply See Plumbing Turning on the ice cube maker m Make sure that the ice cube container is under the ice cube maker as far as possible Ice cubes will not be produced unless the container is completely closed LC m Touch the sensor button for the ice cube maker so that it turns yellow As soon as the freezer has cooled to a freezing temperature the ice cube contain
58. ppliance zone you wish to set The selected sensor button appears yellow and depending on the zone selected additional sensor buttons may appear on the control panel Depending on the zone selected you can now adjust the temperature select the SuperCool function or select settings for the SmartFresh drawers by food type or turn on the ice cube maker For additional information see the corresponding sections in this manual Red Eli m o de select a zone touch the sensor button for that particular zone so that it turns white or select another sensor button m To leave the settings menu touch the access button J so it turns white The last settings entered are stored If the access button is not pressed the display will go out after approx 30 secs The sensor buttons for the four appliance zones now disappear from the control panel Settings Custom settings In the custom settings mode you can select and change functions The function possibilities are described in the respective chapters of this manual Settings mode Function Display text Temperature unit C F see Setting the temperature RemoteVision r Module settings optional accessory Button sound on off b see Settings No function h To enter and exit the E 12 Turning the button sound On Off If you prefer the buttons to be silent when touched the butt
59. re your wireless system meets the following requirements A wireless router that supports an IEEE 802 11b g protocol Windows XP or newer operating system Mac OS X 10 3 or higher Cable or DSL modem Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher Safari 2 0 or higher Firefox 1 5 or higher Please note that each wireless router manufacturer supplies their own device drivers and setup programs Due to the differences in manufacturers exact router setup instructions are not included in this manual Wording and instructions may vary RemoteVision optional accessory Accessing the RemoteVision control panel m Touch the access button 8 so it turns yellow m Note the position of the V button but do not touch m Touch the access button J again so it turns white Only the access button j is visible m Place one finger on the position of the V button and hold the V button will not be visible m While holding down the V button press the access button J once Keep holding the V button down until the following appears in the display approx 5 seconds v LL Access to the Custom settings mode is now active for approximately 10 seconds m Tap the V button until appears in the display m Touch the access button J to confirm See the table on the following page for a description of each setting in the display m Use the A or V buttons to select the RemoteVision options
60. rmation which is required in the event of a service call 30 To better maintain your appliance avoid the following cleaners containing soda ammonia thinners or chlorides cleaners containing descaling agents or lime removers abrasive cleaners stainless steel cleaners dishwasher soap powder caustic oven cleaners scouring pads steel wool hard brushes glass cleaners metal scrapers eraser sponges steam cleaning products Glass cleaners may be used to clean the exterior However do not allow them to sit or puddle this can cause damage to the surface Remove the cleaner promptly Cleaning and care Before cleaning m Use the main switch to turn the appliance off completely The main switch is located on the right side underneath the control panel m Unplug the power cord m Remove any food from the appliance and store it in a cool place m Take out any removable parts e g shelves Cleaning the interior and accessories Use a mild solution of warm water and liquid dish soap Wash all accessories and drawers by hand Do not wash ina dishwasher m Clean the appliance as needed m After washing wipe down the interior and accessories with a clean wet cloth then dry with a soft cloth Leave the appliance doors open for a short time so the moisture can evaporate Aluminum frames The shelf frames are made of aluminum m Clean the frames with a mild solution
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62. s not a fault The suction caused by opening and closing the door too many times in succession prevents it from opening Wait a few minutes then try again It should now open without force The compressor kicks on very frequently and for too long The ventilation slits in the plinth and in the top of the appliance are covered or dusty Clean with a vacuum or brush The doors have been opened too frequently or a large amount of fresh food has been put in at once for freezing Once the fridge gets down to the set temperature the compressor will turn off The door is not closed Check that the doors have been closed properly Nothing shows in the display Power is not reaching the appliance or there has been a power failure Check the power supply to the machine 43 Frequently asked questions Alarm Indicator warnings Issue Possible fault Solution The alarm is ringing The appliance door s have been open for longer than 5 minutes Close the door s The alarm is ringing and the alarm indicator for the door or temperature is flashing The door is not closed A large amount of food is being frozen at the same time There has been a power failure Once the alarm condition has been corrected the alarm will turn off and the alarm indicator will stop flashing The temperature indicator will indicate the highest t
63. side panel are taken from the opposite wall of the installation space During installation ensure that the cavity is square and the measurements are correct 57 Installation Adjusting the door opening angle optional accessory Depending on the installation site it may be necessary to adjust the door opening angle to 90 m Open the door m Insert the banking pin through the holes and drive in with a hammer The door opening angle is now limited to 90 58 Front panel gap kit optional accessory Two adjacent furniture doors can be attached instead of one large door To connect these furniture doors a metal strip can be purchased as an optional accessory Contact Miele When attaching the metal strip to the furniture doors observe the maximum length of the screws and the position of the drill holes Always screw into the best possible load bearing material of the custom doors Dimensions Door dimensions opening angle 90 1 The dimensions of the door fronts 29 mm and handles will vary according to each individual kitchen 3 3 10 mm A B C KF 18X3 Vi 32 5 829 mm Door front max 1 1 38 mm Door handle KF 19X3 Vi 38 982 mm Door front max 1 38 mm Door handle Door dimensions opening angle 115 The dimensions of the door fronts and handles will vary according to each individual kitchen
64. ss steel appliances P Do not use sticky notes transparent adhesive tape masking tape or other types of adhesive on the coated surface of the appliance door These will damage the surface causing it to lose its soil resistant protective coating P The high quality surface coating of the appliance door is susceptible to scratches Even a magnet can cause damage IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Disposal of your old appliance P Before disposing of an old appliance first make the door latch or lock unusable p Take off the doors P Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside P Consult with your municipal policy on recycling P Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal by puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator bending any pipework scratching the surface coating Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes P Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs chlorofluorocarbons CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation Make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed and disposed of by a qualified technician SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Guide to the Fridge Freezer combination m O 00 10
65. tems such as butter and cheese Coldest area The coldest area in the refrigerator is directly above the SmartFresh drawers The temperature in the drawers themselves is even colder Use these cold areas in the refrigerator for all highly perishable foods such as fish meat poultry deli meats store bought meals dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream fresh bread dough pastry dough cake batters dairy products 20 plastic wrapped vegetables and other fresh food whose best before date requires storage at a temperature of at least 4 C Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants e g spray cans Danger of explosion If storing high proof alcohol make sure it is tightly closed and stored upright Do not store cooking oil in the refrigerator door Traces of oil can cause stress cracks to occur in the plastic components in the door Do not allow food to touch the rear wall of the appliance it may freeze to the wall To allow air to circulate efficiently do not pack food too closely together in the refrigerator Do not cover the fan in the rear wall of the refrigerator as this is essential for keeping the appliance cool Using the freezer efficiently Freezing food Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible This helps maintain the nutritional value vitamin content appearance and taste of the food Ne
66. uch the sensor button for the ice cube maker so that it turns white Automatic defrost Refrigerator section and SmartFresh drawers The refrigerator and SmartFresh drawers defrost automatically During normal operation condensate and frost can form on the rear wall of the refrigerator and drawers You do not need to remove this build up it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the heat generated by the appliance Freezer section The freezer section defrosts automatically The moisture generated in the appliance collects in the evaporator It is automatically defrosted and dissipated by the condenser periodically This automatic defrosting system enables the freezer to remain permanently ice free while ensuring that the food stored in the freezer stays frozen 25 Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food m Using both hands grasp the shelf from underneath and lift slightly so that the rear of the shelf is slightly above the mountings m Pull the shelf forward m Move the shelf to the desired height then insert the rear hooks into place m Make sure the shelf is level Floating drawer The floating drawer can be moved to the left or right moved to another shelf or removed m Pull the drawer straight out so that it passes over the catches and remove m To replace the drawer slide it straight in a
67. urn the appliance off at the main switch m Unplug the appliance m Empty the ice cube container m Clean the interior m Remove and discard the water filter secure the filter cap m Leave the doors open to prevent odors Temperature and door alarm The appliance is equipped with an alarm system to ensure that the temperature does not rise unnoticed because of energy loss or open doors The alarm system is always operational it does not need to be turned on Temperature alarm If the temperature becomes too warm an alarm sounds the alarm indicator turns red and flashes At the same time the affected zone flashes in the display If the freezer zone is affected the temperature display shows the warmest temperature reached during the alarm The alarm will sound and the display will flash if too much warm air flows into the appliance for example when food is being loaded re arranged or taken out large amounts of food are being frozen at once the power fails 14 Turning the temperature alarm Off As soon as the alarm condition is corrected the alarm signal turns off and the affected zone stops flashing in the display The alarm indicator goes Out m To turn the alarm off early press the alarm sensor button The alarm signal turns off The alarm indicator remains red and the corresponding appliance zone continues to flash until the alarm condition is corrected If the te
68. ver refreeze partially or fully defrosted food Consume defrosted food as soon as possible it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if left for too long Do not refreeze defrosted food unless it has been cooked Before placing food in the freezer m When you are planning to freeze large amounts of food more than 4 1 Ibs 2 kg switch on the SuperCool function ahead of time see SuperCool This will provide the food already in the freezer with a protective boost of cold air Placing food in the freezer Food to be frozen can be placed anywhere in the freezer section Use the large freezer basket for large quantities of food Load bearing capacity of the baskets Small Large basket basket KF 18X Vi SF 30 Ibs 72 lbs 14 kg 33 kg KF 19X Vi SF 41 Ibs 94 Ibs 19 kg 43 kg m Spread the food to be frozen across the bottom of the freezer basket or across the shelves so that it will freeze through to the core as quickly as possible m When placing items in the freezer make sure the packaging and containers are dry to keep them from sticking together when frozen When freezing make sure that already frozen food does not come into contact with fresh food being frozen this could cause the frozen food to defrost 21 Using the freezer efficiently Defrosting Cooling drinks quickly Frozen food can be defrosted in To cool drinks quickly switch on the different ways SuperCool
69. zontally for any reason allow it to stand vertical for at least 8 hours before turning it on Failure to do so will affect the functioning of the appliance 10 Turning the appliance On Off m Open the upper appliance door m Turn the appliance On Off with the main switch The main switch is located on the right side underneath the control panel All zones are switched on or off together Once on the appliance begins cooling When the doors are open the interior lights come on The access button will light in the control panel The preset temperatures factory default settings are reached after a few hours Do not put any food in the appliance until the preset temperatures are reached Turning off the appliance with the main switch does not safely isolate it from the power supply Settings Using the settings This appliance is operated with the use of touch keys activated by a finger An available button will appear white A selected button will appear yellow be m Touch the access button 8 so it turns yellow A H x On the control panel you will now see the sensor buttons of the four appliance zones ice At the right of the control panel there is a sensor button to turn the ice maker on and off When the ice maker is in operation the sensor button appears yellow Ree Bai m To change settings e g to set the temperature etc touch the sensor button for the a

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