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1. Door seals Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time The door seals should be cleaned regularly with clean water and then wiped dry with a soft cloth Metal grille at the back of the appliance The metal grille at the back of the appliance heat exchanger should be dusted at least once a year A build up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance When cleaning the grille make sure that the pipework and other components do not get broken or damaged in any way After cleaning m Replace all shelves and accessories in the refrigerator section Place food back in the refrigerator section close the appliance doors insert the plug in the socket and switch the appliance on Switch on the Super freeze function so that the freezer section can cool down quickly Once the freezer section has reached the required temperature place the food back in the freezer drawers and replace them in the freezer section Switch off the Super freeze function as soon as the temperature in the freezer is a constant 18 C or colder 39 Active charcoal filters The active charcoal filters should be changed approx every 6 months e When the Change active charcoal filter indicator lights up red the active charcoal filters need to be changed To change the active charcoal filters m Pull the active charcoal
2. The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of furniture Move it away Drawers baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking Check all removable items and refit them correctly Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against each other Separate them The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of the appliance Remove the clips 45 After Sales Guarantee In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself or if the appliance is under guarantee please contact your Miele Dealer or Miele see back cover for contact details When contacting your Dealer or Miele please quote the model and serial number of your appliance This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes N B A call out charge will be applied for service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in these instructions Guarantee For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele See back cover for contact details In the U K your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of delivery However you must activate your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or registering online at www miele co uk 46 Electrical connection Electrical connection U K All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qua
3. the freezer This causes already frozen food to thaw and increases the energy consumption considerably Allow hot foods and drinks to cool down before placing them in the freezer Packing m Freeze food in portions Unsuitable packing material wrapping paper grease proof paper cellophane bin bags plastic carrier bags Suitable packing material plastic freezer film freezer bags aluminium foil freezer containers m Expel as much air as possible from bags etc before sealing them to prevent freezer burn on food m Close the packaging tightly with rubber bands plastic clips string or bag ties freezer tape Freezer bags may also be sealed using home heat sealing kits 33 Freezing and storing food m Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging Before placing food in the freezer m When freezing more than 2 kg of fresh food switch on the Super freeze function for some time before placing the food in the freezer see Super freeze This also helps to prevent food that is already in the freezer from starting to defrost Placing food in the freezer Food to be frozen can be placed anywhere in the freezer Large quantities should be placed directly on the glass cold plates to freeze the food quickly To do this first take out the top two freezer drawers When removing the top drawer make sure that you do not block the ventilation slits
4. 36 Automatic defrost ees 37 Cleaning and care se 38 Cleaning the outer casing the interior and accessories 38 Ventilation gaps sn cites e Ete gto a OR ede ERR ad ci abc n pate 39 Bec cai RR 39 Metal grille at the back of the appliance 0 39 Active charcoal filters 40 To change the active charcoal filters 2o esses 40 Problem solving guide iles 42 NOISES Bm 45 After Sales Guarantee liil illl il i sss 46 Electrical connection 47 Installation e406 54 4h idee ae 48 Forge delineare lola pa 48 Climate rangs as ie e ede deter bereitet pep dob hte ribi hs 48 Contents MERLO Sa Lettres ee Re a RP READ inet Mitte tie teh De 49 Inst llati n ER E C IT 49 Aligning the AD PUANC Cixi sae ecce kem etch e c Renee ete d tn 49 Appliance dimensions iiis 50 Changing the door hinging 0 00 00 cece 51 Aligning the appliance doors 61 Building in the appliance 62 Guide to the appliance D LIC X i On sensor for the whole appliance and On Off sensor for switching the refrigerator and freezer sections on and off separately 2 Dynamic cooling sensor 8 Super cool and Super freeze sensor Sensor for setting a lower temperature V Safety lock indicator light only visible when the Safety lock is activated Temperature display for the refrigerator and freezer sections tab i4 Sensor
5. Super freeze and Dynamic cooling 24 SUPER COOl crei ii an are ARR 24 SUPE MESo isla en du us Bier side 25 Dynamic Cooling dJe 4 27 ey 4 2 e eX EE ARE CC EIS PPS ENSE e dua 26 Using the refrigerator efficiently 0 27 Different storage zones e 27 Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator 0 28 When shopping for food 28 storing Toodcortectly voor ese nee ee Reg E a aa malana Deng DEOR LEGE Rus 28 Fr it and Vegetables cb rig de Rr A RR ECT RT IE e RUE eal 28 Unpacked meat and vegetables 29 Protein rich fOOdS cac rere MR ERA PRI aa rasen 29 Contents Adjusting the interior fittings 30 MOVING ihe Shes e isa saca as dece exon E QR UR Wade Be RR REOR RO eie da 30 sel tal pR IR II 30 Adjusting the condiment tray bottle shelf 31 Universal container sea eee qoe en a ee 31 Moving the bottle divider oix mv abe RR Be ta 31 Freezing and storing food 32 Maximum freezing capacity 32 Freezing freshi food iis a4 22 8 aan pe a nat 32 SIONNONTOZENTOOG 2 250 qb dette ht der od Seren dee ee 32 Home Tteezlhng s ouibus io Pablo a 33 Hints on home freezing setea 2 33 PAC IAG PEE pL 33 Before placing food in the freezer 34 Placing food in the freezer 34 Freezing large Items usse ass EGY Shade V RR verbs tweens 34 Freezericalefi gares aor tasten Ea es PE Fed E d beds 34 Borja PET 35 ICE CUDO S T RTT 35 Cooling QHIMKS a d soe teret ilaria 35 OO pack piene ieri enna
6. The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during installation maintenance and repair work The appliance is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when it has been switched off at the socket and the plug has been withdrawn or the fuse from the fused spur connection unit has been withdrawn Or the mains fuse has been disconnected or the screw out fuse has been removed in countries where this is applicable P Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used P This appliance may only be used in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer P In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee Warning and Safety instructions Correct use P Never handle frozen food with wet hands Your hands may freeze to the frozen food Danger of frost burn P Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from the freezer The very
7. also be removed for cleaning Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the condiment tray bottle shelf m Lift the tray shelf up and out of the stainless steel frame to remove m Push up the stainless steel frame and remove m Replace the frame at the required height Ensure that it is securely pushed back into position m Replace the tray shelf in the frame The tray shelf can be removed completely and used as a serving tray at the table Universal container The universal container can be used both to store and serve food It consists of a deep tray and a shallow tray Both trays fit the stainless steel frame If you wish to use the universal container to serve food m place the shallow tray 2 in the stainless steel frame and use the deep tray as a lid You can lift the universal container including contents out of the frame and take it to the table Moving the bottle divider depending on model The bottle divider can be moved to the left or right to ensure that bottles are held securely in position when the door is opened and shut The bottle divider can be removed completely e g for cleaning m To do this push up the front edge of the bottle divider and disengage it 31 Freezing and storing food Maximum freezing capacity To ensure that fresh food placed in the freezer freezes through to the core as quickly as possible the maximum freezing ca
8. and refit it on the other side m Clip the spacer into position on the handle side A m Then clip the soft close mechanism into position on the hinge side B Then push both parts from the middle until they click firmly into position m Using the three screws first secure the spacer on the handle side and then the soft close mechanism on the hinge side m Attach panel 2 to soft close mechanism bracket 4 m Push cover 9 on from the side so that the openings for the pin 8 are vertically aligned m Align bracket 9 to the hinge plate and insert pin from above so that the right angle fits into the recess m Clip cover 9 into position Make sure that cover 9 fits properly so that the door can be closed without hindrance and the pin is protected 59 Changing the door hinging m Remove retaining clip 2 m Replace panel 2 onto the soft close mechanism from above clicking it back into place first at the bottom and then at the top m Close the upper door Refitting the handle Please make sure you follow the instructions below carefully when you refit the handle The door seal will be damaged if the handle is fitted incorrectly m Loosely attach the handle to the opposite side of the door with the two front screws 60 Mounting plate must be positioned on the side of the door so that when the door is closed it is fl
9. at the socket and remove the plug m Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place m Take out any removable parts e g shelves for cleaning m The trays and containers in the door can be removed from their stainless steel frames for cleaning Cleaning the outer casing the interior and accessories Use lukewarm water with a little washing up liquid Accessories and shelves should all be handwashed only m Clean the appliance at least once a month m Clean the condensate channel and drain hole frequently so that condensate can drain away unhindered Use a straw or similar to clear the drain if necessary m After cleaning wipe the outer casing interior and accessories with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth Leave the doors open to air the appliance for a short while m Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned with a proprietary stainless steel cleaning agent following the manufacturer s instructions on the packaging m After cleaning stainless steel surfaces should be treated with a conditioning agent for stainless steel Cleaning and care It is important to do this every time the stainless steel surfaces are cleaned as the stainless steel conditioner protects the surfaces and helps prevent re soiling Ventilation gaps m he ventilation gaps should be cleaned regularly with a brush or vacuum cleaner A build up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance
10. filter holder upwards to remove it from the shelf m Take out the two filters and fit the new filters into the holder with the protruding cloth edge facing downwards m Place the holder in the middle of the raised edge at the back of the shelf so that it clicks into position To confirm the filters have been changed m Touch the Change active charcoal filter indicator for approx 2 seconds The indicator light will go out and the counter will be reset To delay changing the active charcoal filters If you do not have new active charcoal filters you can order them from your Miele dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department You can switch off the Change active charcoal filter indicator early if you would prefer not to have the red indicator showing SEN m Touch the Change active charcoal filter indicator for approx 2 seconds The Change active charcoal filter indicator will go out Active charcoal filters If you have delayed changing the active charcoal filters and the indicator is not lit up you will need to reset the counter when you replace the active charcoal filters via the settings mode SEN m Touch and leave your finger on the V sensor m At the same time briefly touch the On Off sensor without letting go of the V sensor m Leave your finger on the V sensor for another 5 seconds until c appears in the display m Touch the V sensor repeatedly until h appears in the di
11. hazardous to human health and to the environment They are however essential for the correct functioning of your appliance Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre or contact your dealer for advice Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal It should be unplugged or disconnected from the mains electricity supply by a competent person Take care not to damage the pipework at the back of it before or during transportation to an authorised collection depot In this way refrigerant in the pipework and oil in the compressor will be contained and will not leak out into the environment Warning and Safety instructions This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safety requirements Improper use can however present a risk of both personal injury and material damage To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance please read these instructions carefully before installation and before using it for the first time They contain important notes on the installation safety operation and care of the appliance Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user Correct application P This appliance is intended for domestic use only for the cool storage of food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food freezing fr
12. is flammable it does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the greenhouse effect The use of this coolant has however led to a slight increase in the noise level of the appliance In addition to the noise of the compressor you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the System This is unavoidable but does not have any adverse effect on the performance of the appliance Care must be taken during the transportation and installation of the appliance that no parts of the cooling System are damaged Leaking coolant can damage the eyes In the event of any damage avoid open flames and anything which creates a spark disconnect from the mains air the room in which the appliance is located for several minutes and contact the Service Department for advice gt The more coolant there is in an appliance the larger the room it should be installed in In the event of a leakage if the appliance is in a small room there is the danger of combustible gases building up For every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m of room space is required The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance P Safe operation of the appliance is only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions P Before connecting the appliance make sure that the connection data on the data plate voltage and connected load match the
13. low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost burn to the lips and tongue P Do not refreeze thawed or partially thawed food Defrosted food should be used up as quickly as possible as food soon loses its nutritional value and goes off Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked P Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants e g spray cans Thermostats switching on may produce sparks which could present a fire hazard Flammable compounds could explode P Do not operate any electrical equipment e g an electric ice cream maker inside the appliance Danger of sparking and explosion P If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof make sure it is tightly closed and stored upright Danger of explosion gt Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer The cans or bottles could explode Danger of injury and damage to the appliance P When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour otherwise they could burst resulting in injury or damage P Observe the use by dates given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning Storage times will depend on several factors including the freshness and quality of the food as well as the temperature at which it is stored Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer s
14. off Before using for the first time The stainless steel external and internal surfaces of the appliance have a layer of protective foil to prevent scratching during transportation m Do not remove this foil until the appliance has been installed or built in m After removing the protective foil treat stainless steel surfaces with a suitable stainless steel conditioning agent available from www miele shop com Important Stainless steel conditioner gives long lasting protection and helps to prevent resoiling m Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with Iukewarm water and a little washing up liquid and then dry with a soft cloth Important To ensure the correct functioning of the appliance let it stand for between 1 and 2 hours after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains Active charcoal filters Active AirClean filters m Place the active charcoal filters supplied in the holder and place the holder on one of the refrigerator shelves see Active charcoal filters Operating the appliance A light touch of the finger on the sensors is all that is required to operate this appliance 14 Switching on The refrigerator and freezer sections are switched on together with the On Off sensor m Touch the On Off sensor until the temperature display lights up The temperature display for the refrigerator section will show the current temperature in t
15. temperature P Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to defrost or clean this appliance Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit 12 Disposal of your old appliance gt Before disposing of an old appliance first make the door latch or lock unusable This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives gt Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal e g by puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator bending any pipework scratching the surface coating Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions How to save energy Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Installation site In a ventilated room In an enclosed unventilated room Protected from direct sunlight In direct sunlight Not situated near to a heat source radiator oven Situated near to a heat source radiator oven Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx 20 C Where there is a high ambient room temperature Temperature setting with a thermostat which is approximate set in stages With a medium setting of 2 to 3 With a high setting the lower the temperature in the compartment the higher the energy co
16. the wall socket and withdraw the plug m clean the appliance out and m leave the appliance doors ajar to air the appliance If during a long absence the appliance is switched off but not cleaned out and the doors are left shut there is a danger of mould and odours building up inside the appliance 18 The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance Micro organisms will cause food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly Temperature influences the growth rate of these micro organisms Reducing the temperature reduces their growth rate The temperature in the appliance will rise the more often the door is opened and the longer it is kept open the more food that is stored in it the warmer the food is which is being put into it the higher the ambient temperature surrounding the appliance The appliance is designed for use in specific ambient temperatures climate ranges Do not use in ambient temperatures for which it is not designed in the refrigerator section We recommend a temperature of 4 C in the middle of the refrigerator in the freezer section To freeze fresh food and to store frozen food for a long time a temperature of 18 C is required At this temperature the growth of micro organisms is generally halted As soon as the temperature rises above 10 C the micro o
17. Miele Operating and installation instructions with dynamic cooling KFN 14842 SD ed KEN 14943 SD ed To avoid the risk of accidents or efi GB HK damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time M Nr 07 748 240 Contents Guide to the appliance iles 5 Caring for the environment ouaaa 7 Warning and Safety instructions 0 00 00 a 8 How to save energy 13 Switching on and off 14 Operating the appliance ssis eita reya carangan kaiaa pa a A ga e a E e aa 14 SWItEHINO OD eee doting aa e ai Rn a Pacha E 14 Switchitig Off 2 22 aan KEY i ea wade Y Rate RE EG pia en 15 To switch the refrigerator section or freezer section on or off separately 15 Settings mode s ur uocat eden Te E T Teide eve p PM beds 16 Switching the sensor tone on off iiie 17 Activating or deactivating the safety lock 2 2 2 2 2 css 17 Switching off for longer periods of time 18 The correct temperature liil iil ee 19 inthe refrigerator section 19 x Mithe freezer Section sss ses doxes duet nannte 19 Temperaluredisplay pianeta ee UR tpa edo est nece WER tu teta 19 Setting the temperature 20 Temperature ranges ei reesi rinti ee gate duo nen ee 20 Changing the temperature display brightness illis 21 Ala mL ere fa e re 22 Temperature alari scia Ra er 22 POOL AH ee ee a a en Re ee 23 Using Super cool
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19. anner supplied appliance are unhindered Carefully remove any hindrance m Carefully push the appliance into position with the back against the wall m Also unscrew support from the hinge plate to level the appliance door 49 Installation Appliance dimensions A B C KFN 14842 SD ed 1860 750 630 KFN 14943 SD ed 2020 750 630 50 Changing the door hinging The appliance is supplied right hand hinged If left hand door hinging is required follow the instructions below To change the door hinging you will need the following tools across slotted screwdriver a flat bladed screwdriver a selection of Torx screwdrivers aspanner Two people are needed for changing the door hinging Removing the door handles m Pull door handle towards you Side section 2 slides back m Pull side section 2 firmly back out of the guides on the mounting plate m Undo the 4 screws Torx 15 in the mounting plate and remove the handle m Remove the cover caps from the opposite side and fit them into the empty holes 51 Changing the door hinging Before beginning make sure that the door shelves are empty Removing the soft close mechanism for the upper door m Open the upper door m Prise off panel from the soft close mechanism by inserting a flat bladed screwdriver into the gap and easing it off bit by bit Take care not to damage the d
20. appear when humidity levels drop For prevention it is advisable to install the appliance with sufficient ventilation in a dry and or an air conditioned room Please ensure that doors are closing and sealing properly Please ensure that the appliance is installed in accordance with these installation instructions and that the handle is fitted correctly Should you require further assistance please contact your Miele customer service centre 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 the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance Climate range Ambient room temperature SN 10 C to 32 C N 16 C to 32 C ST 16 C to 38 C T 16 C to 43 C Operating in a room which is too cold will result in the cooling system switching off for too long causing the internal temperature in the appliance to rise with the risk of frozen food deteriorating and going off Installation Ventilation Aligning the appliance Air at the back of the appliance gets warm To ensure sufficient ventilation the air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way They should be dusted on a regular basis Installation m Remove the cable clip from the back of the appliance m To align the appliance adjust the m Check that all parts at the back of the front feet using the sp
21. ction The Refrigerator symbol will light up yellow m Touch the Super cool sensor It will light up yellow The appliance will then work at full power to lower the temperature in the refrigerator section 24 Switching off Super cool The Super cool function will switch itself off automatically after approx 6 hours The appliance will then continue to work at normal power To save energy the Super cool function can be switched off once food and drinks are sufficiently chilled ER m Select the refrigerator section The Refrigerator symbol will light up yellow m Touch the Super cool sensor It will dim to a pale yellow colour The appliance will continue running at normal power Using Super cool Super freeze and Dynamic cooling Super freeze Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the freezer section This helps food to freeze quickly and retain its nutrients vitamins flavours and appearance Super freeze is not necessary when placing food in the freezer that is already frozen when freezing up to 2 kg fresh food daily Switching on Super freeze When freezing small quantities of food in the freezer the Super freeze function should be switched on 6 hours beforehand When freezing the maximum load of food the Super freeze function should be switched on 24 hours beforehand E m Select the freezer section The Freezer symbol will light
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23. e V or sensor disappears Approx 5 seconds after taking your finger off a sensor the average current temperature of the refrigerator or freezer section is automatically shown If 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 display as it will take this long for the display to give an accurate reading 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 adjusted In the refrigerator section from 2 C to 11 C n the freezer section from 14 C to 28 C The ambient temperature in the room and the installation location can affect the time it takes for the appliance to reach the lowest temperature If the ambient temperature is too high the appliance may not reach the lowest temperature The correct temperature Changing the temperature display m Touch the On Off sensor brighinass You have now left the settings mode The temperature display brightness can be adjusted to suit the lighting conditions of the room MRS m Touch and leave your finger on the V sensor m At the same time briefly touch the On Off sensor without letting go of the V sensor m Leave your finger on the V sensor for another 5 seconds until c appears in the display m Touch the V sensor repeatedly
24. e never blocked so that condensate can flow away without hindrance Freezer section This appliance is equipped with a Frost free system The freezer section defrosts automatically The moisture generated in the appliance collects on the condenser and is automatically defrosted and dissipated from time to time This automatic defrosting system enables the freezer section to remain permanently ice free however the food stored in the freezer section will not defrost 37 Cleaning and care A range of Miele cleaning and conditioning agents is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www miele shop com Never use cleaning agents containing abrasive substances such as sand soda acids chlorides or chemical solvents Some scouring agents claim to be non abrasive These are also unsuitable as they can cause matt areas to appear For stainless steel surfaces use a suitable stainless steel conditioning agent Do not let water get into the electronic unit or the light Do not let water get into the drainage channel and drain hole when cleaning Do not use steam cleaning apparatus to clean the appliance Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed It contains information which is required in the event of a service call 38 Before cleaning m Switch the appliance off switch off
25. e the glass panel m Unscrew lamp and replace with a new one Lamp specification 220 240 V max 25 W E 14 fitting m Slide the glass panel back in again m Insert the cover and clip it into position the floor of the refrigerator is wet The condensate drain hole is blocked m Clean the condensate channel and drain hole If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions please contact the Miele Service Department To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the doors while waiting for the appliance to be serviced Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr Humming noise made by the motor compressor This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on Blubb blubb A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes Click Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the motor on and off Sssrrrrr On multi zone and frost free appliances you can sometimes just hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the system is unavoidable Noises that you can What causes them and what can you do about easily rectify them Rattling vibrating The appliance is uneven Realign the appliance using a spirit level by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance
26. ected setting flashes m ouch the On Off sensor to confirm the new setting m Touch the V sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display m ouch the On Off sensor You have now left the settings mode Activating or deactivating the safety lock The safety lock can be activated to prevent the appliance being switched off inadvertently m Touch and leave your finger on the V sensor m At the same time briefly touch the On Off sensor without letting go of the V sensor m Leave your finger on the V sensor for another 5 seconds until c appears in the display m Touch the V sensor repeatedly until u appears in the display m Touch the On Off sensor m By touching the V sensor you can now select whether the safety lock is switched on or off u U The safety lock is deactivated u I The safety lock is activated u Return to menu The old setting lights up and your newly selected setting flashes m Touch the On Off sensor to confirm the new setting m Touch the V sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display Switching on and off m Touch the On Off sensor You have now left the settings mode The safety lock indicator fj will light up in the temperature display when the safety lock has been activated Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time e g whilst on holiday m switch the appliance off m switch off at
27. esh food and for preparing ice Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation P 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 are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it correctly by a person responsible for their safety Safety with children P This appliance is not a toy To avoid the risk of injury do not allow children to play with it or near it or to play with the controls Neither should they be allowed to swing on the door Please supervise young children whilst you are using it Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely recognising the dangers of misuse Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety P Before setting up the appliance check it for any externally visible damage Do not install and use a damaged appliance A damaged appliance is dangerous P If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer to protect the user from danger H600a P This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane R600a a natural gas which is environmentally friendly Although it
28. ettings mode How to select the settings mode and how to change the settings is described in the relevant section of these instructions Overview of functions that can be selected in the settings mode To enter or leave the settings mode To switch the sensor tone on off b see Switching on and off To confirm that the active charcoal filters have been h changed see Active charcoal filters To switch the safety lock on off see Switching on and off To change the brightness of the temperature display see The correct temperature The door alarm is automatically disabled when the appliance is in the settings mode As soon as the door is closed the door alarm is activated again Switching on and off Switching the sensor tone on off The tone which sounds each time a sensor is touched can be deactivated NEN m Touch and leave your finger on the V sensor m At the same time briefly touch the On Off sensor without letting go of the V sensor m Leave your finger on the V sensor for another 5 seconds until c appears in the display m Touch the V sensor repeatedly until 5 appears in the display m Touch the On Off sensor m By touching the V sensor you can now select whether the sensor tones are switched on or off b G Sensor tone is switched off b 7 Sensor tone is switched on 5 Return to menu The old setting lights up and your newly sel
29. fective and that the mains fuse has not tripped If it has contact the Miele Service Department the door to the freezer section will not open because it has been opened and closed too many times in succession This is not a fault The suction caused by opening and closing the door is preventing it from opening Wait a few minutes and then try again It should now open without force 42 the temperature in the refrigerator section or freezer section is too low m Select a warmer temperature m Check that the doors have been closed properly m Has a large amount of fresh food been put in at the same time for freezing This makes the compressor run for longer causing the temperature to fall automatically m Super cool has not yet switched itself off m Super freeze has not yet switched itself off the compressor is switching in too frequently and for too long m Check whether the ventilation gaps have been covered over or become dusty m Check whether the metal grille heat exchanger at the back of the appliance has become too dusty m The doors have been opened too frequently or a large amount of fresh food has been put in at once for freezing m Check that the doors have been closed properly the compressor runs continuously To save energy the compressor runs at a lower speed but for longer when less cooling is required Problem solving guide the frozen food is t
30. ff sensor The alarm will stop The alarm off sensor will light up constantly and the relevant symbol will continue to flash until the correct temperature has been reached However if the temperature in the freezer section remains above 18 C for a long time check that the frozen food has not started to defrost If it has check that the food is safe to use and if it is then use it as soon as possible Alarm Door alarm The alarm will sound if a door is left open for more than approx 2 minutes The alarm off sensor will light up red and the symbol for the section which has the opened door will flash The alarm will stop and the indicators will go out as soon as the door is closed Switching the door alarm off early If the noise of the door alarm disturbs you you can switch it off early if you wish m Touch the alarm off sensor The alarm will stop The alarm off sensor will light up constantly and the symbol for the section which has the opened door will continue to flash until the door has been closed 23 Using Super cool Super freeze and Dynamic cooling Super cool The Super cool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator section to its lowest setting depending on the room temperature Switching on Super cool Super cool is particularly recommended for the faster chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drink ESSEN m Select the refrigerator se
31. for switching between the refrigerator and the freezer sections top Refrigerator symbol bottom Freezer symbol Sensor for setting a higher temperature A Alarm off sensor only visible when the door or temperature alarm sounds 4 Change active charcoal filter indicator only visible when the active charcoal filters need to be changed Guide to the appliance Fan 2 Interior lighting 8 Butter and cheese compartment 4 Bottle rack Egg tray Condiment tray Active charcoal filter holder Adjustable shelves 8 Condensate channel and drain hole Fruit and vegetable containers Bottle divider amp 3 Bottle shelf 42 Freezer drawers with freezer calendar Depending on model Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled Ensure that any plastic wrappings bags etc are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children Danger of suffocation Rather than just throwing these materials away please ensure that they are recycled Disposal of your old appliance Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially
32. gas ethylene which speeds up the rate at which other food perishes Examples of fruit and vegetables which produce a large amount of this natural gas are Apples apricots pears nectarines peaches plums avocado figs blueberries melons and beans Using the refrigerator efficiently Examples of fruit and vegetables which react strongly to the natural gases given off by other types of fruit and vegetables are Kiwis broccoli cauliflower brussels sprouts mangos honeydew melons apples apricots cucumbers tomatoes pears nectarines and peaches Example Broccoli should not be stored with apples as apples produce a large amount of natural gas to which broccoli is very sensitive The result is a shorter than expected storage time for the broccoli Unpacked meat and vegetables Unpackaged meat and vegetables should be stored separately To avoid any microbiological cross contamination these foods may only be stored together if they are wrapped Protein rich foods Please note that foods rich in protein deteriorate faster than others Shellfish for example deteriorates faster than fish and fish deteriorates faster than meat Meat Meat should be stored unwrapped Undo wrappings slightly to leave meat loosely covered and leave containers open This permits air to circulate around the meat allowing the surface to dry slightly which helps prevent the growth of bacteria To prevent
33. gn the door by sliding the hinge plate to the left or right m Then tighten screws 2 again Screw does not need to be used again 61 Building in the appliance D Top box 2 Appliance Housing unit Wall The appliance can be installed in a kitchen run To match the height of the rest of the kitchen the appliance can be fitted with a suitable top box A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm depth must be allowed for behind the appliance across the entire width of the top box for air to circulate The cross section of the air outlet under the room ceiling must be at least 300 cm to ensure that air can circulate without hindrance Otherwise the appliance has to work harder resulting in an increase in electricity consumption 62 The air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way They should be dusted on a regular basis When built into a kitchen run max depth 580 mm the appliance can be installed directly next to a kitchen furniture housing unit The appliance door will protrude in front of furniture fronts at the sides by 34 mm and by 55 mm in the middle of the door This enables the doors to be opened and shut without being obstructed When installed next to a wall a distance of approx 55 mm must be maintained on the hinge side between the wall and the appliance so that the doors and the handles have sufficient space for opening 63 United Kingdom
34. hawing because the freezer section is too warm m ls the room temperature lower than the ambient temperature for which the appliance is designed If so raise the temperature of the room Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long causing the freezer section to become too warm food has frozen together Use a blunt instrument e g a spoon handle or plastic scraper to prise it apart carefully the alarm sounds and the alarm off sensor is flashing One of the sections is too warm because m the door has been opened too frequently or large amounts of fresh food have been placed in the appliance at once m the ventilation gaps are blocked Once the problem has been resolved and the correct temperature has been reached the alarm indicator will go out and the alarm will stop bars light up in the temperature displays Check the temperature display about 6 hours after switching on the appliance Only temperatures within the range the appliance can display will be shown F appears in the temperature display There is a fault Call the Service Department the Change active charcoal filter indicator is red m Replace the active charcoal filters You can order replacement filters via your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department nA appears in the temperature display The temperature has risen too high at some p
35. he refrigerator section If the temperature in the freezer section is above 0 C only bars will light up in the temperature display for the freezer section As soon as the temperature is below 0 C the temperature display for the freezer section will show the current temperature in the freezer section The Freezer symbol and the Alarm off sensor will flash until the temperature in the freezer section has cooled down to the correct temperature for freezing The appliance will start to cool and the interior lighting will come on when the refrigerator section door is opened To enable the temperature to get sufficiently cold inside the appliance allow the appliance to run for a few hours before placing food in it Do not place food in the freezer section until the temperature is at least 18 C Switching on and off X EEE This sensor is used to switch between the refrigerator and freezer sections If you want to select the freezer section to check the temperature for example E m touch the sensor for selecting the freezer refrigerator section until the Freezer section lights up yellow Depending on which section you have selected you can select Dynamic cooling select either Super cool or Super freeze or adjust the temperature Please refer to the relevant section for more information Cool pack Place the cool pack in the top freezer drawer or to save space on the freezer
36. in the back wall of the appliance They are important for trouble free operation of the appliance The lowest freezer drawer must always remain in the appliance Each drawer and each of the glass cold plates can be loaded with a maximum of 25 kg m Place the food flat in the bottom of the freezer drawers or on the glass cold plates so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as possible m Make sure that the packaging and containers are dry to prevent them sticking together when frozen 34 When freezing make sure that food already frozen does not come into contact with fresh food being frozen as this could cause the frozen food to begin to defrost Freezing large items If you wish to freeze large items such as a turkey or game the glass cold plates between the drawers can be removed To do this m Remove the top two freezer drawers and carefully lift and slide out the glass cold plates Freezer calendar The freezer calendar on the freezer drawer gives the length of time in months which various foods can be stored for effectively Where the storage time given on the packaging differs follow the advice on the packaging QU e DR f 2 3 months Cakes ice cream stews 3 5 months Fish mushrooms bread 6 8 months Pork veal poultry 10 12 months Beef fruit vegetables Freezing and storing food Defrosting Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways ina microwa
37. ining clip 2 supplied with the appliance onto soft close mechanism The restraining clip stops the hinge from snapping shut Do not remove the clip until told to do so m Carefully remove cover from the side using a flat bladed screwdriver m With the help of another person tip the appliance back slightly Changing the door hinging m Push hinge pin up and out from underneath The soft close mechanism is now detached from the appliance m Remove panel m Slide soft close mechanism bracket as far as it will go towards the handle side of the door m Undo the three screws 2 on the soft close mechanism and the spacer m Using a flat bladed screwdriver push the centre of the soft close mechanism towards the middle of the door m hen prise the soft close mechanism out of the hinge side of the door m Place the soft close mechanism to one side m Push the spacer out towards the hinge side m Then place the spacer to one side Removing the lower door m Close the lower appliance door m Pull the middle hinge pin S upwards to remove it m Carefully lift the lower door off and place it to one side m Pull cover 9 off m Unscrew hinge plate turn it through 180 and fit it on the opposite side m Turn plastic cover 8 180 and refit it in the centre of hinge plate m Refit cover 40 on the opposite side 55 Changing the door hinging m Ta
38. ional value and spoil if left for too long Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked Freezing and storing food Home freezing Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition Hints on home freezing The following types of food are suitable for freezing Fresh meat poultry game fish vegetables herbs fresh fruit dairy products pastry leftovers egg yolks egg whites and a range of pre cooked meals The following types of food are not suitable for freezing Grapes lettuce radishes sour cream mayonnaise eggs in their shells onions whole raw apples and pears To retain colour taste and vitamin C vegetables should be blanched after they have been trimmed and washed To blanch Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil immerse the vegetables in the fast boiling water for 2 3 minutes depending on variety Remove and plunge into ice cold water to cool quickly Drain and pack ready for freezing Lean meat freezes better than fatty meat and can be stored for considerably longer To prevent chops steaks cutlets or rolled meat from freezing together in solid blocks when packed separate with a sheet of plastic freezer film Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before freezing Only season cooked food lightly before freezing but care should be taken as the taste of some spices alters when frozen Do not place hot foods or drinks in
39. ise the soft close mechanism right The writing must be visible out of the hinge side of the door m Unscrew hinge part turn through m Place the soft close mechanism to 180 and fit to the opposite side If one side necessary drill pilot holes for the screws m Push the spacer out towards the DEM hinge side m Remove cover by sliding it forwards from the back and then m hen place the spacer to one side lifting it off m Remove cover 2 by pulling it upwards 53 Changing the door hinging Caution The upper door is not Secure as soon as the upper hinge plate is removed m Close the upper door m Undo screws 3 in upper hinge plate and pull it upwards and off m Carefully lift the upper door off and place it to one side m Make sure that you leave the hinge pin in the hinge plate in the middle of the appliance as otherwise the lower door will be unsecured m Then fit cover 8 together with retainer on the opposite side m Refit cover on the opposite side Removing the lower soft close door mechanism m Open the lower door m Prise off panel from the soft close mechanism and ease it off carefully bit by bit 54 Take care not to damage the door seal If the door seal becomes damaged the door will no longer close properly and cooling will be impaired m Slide panel towards the appliance and leave it hanging between the door and the appliance m Fit restra
40. ke care not to lose hinge bush m Undo screws 9 and take hinge plate off m Remove cover 2 and undo the screws Refit the screws and cover on the opposite side m Refit hinge plate onto the other side using the 2 outer screws To make it possible to align the door later do not replace the centre screw at this stage m Unscrew part from hinge plate rotate it by 180 and refit into the hole on the opposite side of the hinge plate m Remove cap from the bush in the m Refit cover 2 on the opposite side door and refit on the opposite side m With the help of another person u carefully tip the appliance back and Refitting the lower door refit hinge pin from below into hinge plate The notch at the bottom of the hinge plate should face forwards m Replace hinge bush 9 on hinge pin m Refit cover D m Place the lower door onto hinge pin from above m Close the lower appliance door m Remove cover by pulling it forwards m Pull cover 2 off m Screw foot 3 onto the hinge pin as far as it will go m With the help of another person carefully tilt the appliance backwards and pull hinge pin out 56 Changing the door hinging m Clip the spacer into position on the m Fit hinge pin into middle hinge nani See plate in the lower door m Then clip the soft close mechanism into position on the hinge side B Replacing the lower soft c
41. lified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations BS 7671 in the UK The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an a c single phase 220 240 V 50 Hz supply Please ensure that the connection data quoted on the data plate match the household mains supply Connection should be made via a suitable switched socket which is easily accessible For extra safety it is advisable to protect the appliance with a suitable residual current device RCD Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating This appliance must not be connected to the inverter of an autonomous power Supply e g a solar power system When switching the appliance on a surge in power could trigger the safety cut out mechanism This could damage the electronic unit The appliance must not be used with so called energy saving devices These reduce the energy supply to the appliance which could then become too warm Using such devices could alter the specification of the product Non rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be re fitted when changing the fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained The colour of the correct replacement cover is that of the coloured inser
42. lled to about the same degree The temperature is set as normal Dynamic cooling should also be selected when the ambient temperature in the room is high above approx 30 C and the room humidity level is high 26 Switching on Dynamic cooling ER m Select the refrigerator section The Refrigerator symbol will light up yellow m Touch the Dynamic cooling sensor It will light up yellow Switching off Dynamic cooling ER m Select the refrigerator section The Refrigerator symbol will light up yellow m Touch the Dynamic cooling sensor It will dim to a pale yellow colour The fan automatically switches off when the door is open Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones Due to the natural circulation of the 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 the different zones when placing food in the appliance This appliance has Dynamic cooling which helps to keep an even temperature when the fan is running When Dynamic cooling is switched on the difference between the various zones is less pronounced Warmest area The warmest area is in the top section of the door Use this for storing butter and cheese Coldest area The coldest area in a refrigerator is directly above the vegetable containers Use this for all delicate and highly peri
43. lose door mechanism Then push both parts from the middle unitl they click firmly into position m Remove cover from panel rotate it by 180 and refit it on the other side m Using the three screws 3 first secure the spacer on the handle side and then the soft close mechanism on the hinge side 57 Changing the door hinging m Attach panel 2 to soft close mechanism bracket m Align bracket 2 to the hinge plate and insert pin from above so that the right angle fits into the recess m Click cover back into place Make sure that cover 9 fits properly so that the door can be closed without hindrance and the pin is protected m Remove retaining clip 2 m Replace panel 2 onto the soft close mechanism from above clicking it back into place first at the bottom and then at the top m Close the lower appliance door 58 Refitting the upper door m hen fit the top door on middle hinge pin m Close the upper door m Fit hinge plate 12 onto the opposite side and secure it with screws 3 If necessary drill pilot holes for the Screws or use a battery operated screwdriver m Refit cover on the opposite side m Align the door with the appliance housing using the long slots in the lower hinge plate Then tighten the Screws Changing the door hinging Replacing the upper soft close door mechanism m Remove cover from panel rotate it by 180
44. mains electricity supply This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt P Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi socket unit or an extension lead These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating Warning and Safety instructions gt The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with current local and national safety regulations It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and tested regularly and where there is any doubt the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage or injury caused by the lack of or inadequacy of an effective earthing system e g electric shock P Installation maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work P While the appliance is under guarantee repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated 10 P
45. nsumption Temperature setting with a thermostat which is exact to the degree digital display Cellar section 8 to 12 C Refrigerator section 4 to 5 C On appliances with winter setting please make sure that the winter PerfectFresh zone just above 0 C setting is switched off when the Freezer section 18 C ambient temperature is warmer than 16 C Wine storage section 10 to 12 C Use Only open the doors when Frequent opening of the doors for necessary and for as short a time long periods will cause a loss of as possible coldness Store food in an organised way If food is not stored in an organised way searching for an item will mean the door is open for longer Allow hot food and drinks to cool Placing hot food in the appliance down before placing them in the will cause the compressor to run appliance for a long time as the appliance will have to work harder to lower the temperature Store food covered or packaged The evaporation or condensation of liquids will cause a loss of coldness in the refrigerator Place frozen food in the refrigerator to defrost Do not over fill the appliance to allow air to circulate Defrosting Defrost the freezer compartment A layer of ice hinders the cold when a layer of ice 0 5 cm thick has built up from reaching the frozen food and causes an increase in energy consumption 13 Switching on and
46. oint during the last couple of days because of a power cut m Touch the alarm off sensor whilst nA is lit up in the display The temperature display will show the warmest temperature recorded in the freezer section during the power cut Depending on the temperature displayed you should check the condition of food in the freezer If it has defrosted or started to defrost check that it is still safe to use and if so use it as soon as possible Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked The warmest temperature will show in the display for about 1 minute The display will then revert to showing the current temperature in the freezer section 43 Problem solving guide dn appears in the temperature display The demonstration function is activated m Call the Service Department you cannot switch the appliance off The safety lock has been activated the interior lighting in the refrigerator section is not working m Was the door left open for too long The lighting switches itself off automatically after approx 15 minutes if the door is left open If this is not the case then the interior lighting is defective m Disconnect the appliance from the mains Switch off at the wall and withdraw the plug from the socket or disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw out fuse in countries where this is applicable m Unclip the front cover 44 m Remov
47. oor seal If the door seal becomes damaged the door will no longer close properly and cooling will be impaired 52 m Slide panel towards the appliance and leave it hanging between the door and the appliance m Fit restraining clip 2 supplied with the appliance onto soft close mechanism The restraining clip stops the hinge from snapping shut Do not remove the clip until told to do so m Carefully prise off cover from above and below using a flat bladed screwdriver m Push hinge pin up and out from underneath using a flat bladed screwdriver Changing the door hinging m Remove cover 4 Removing the upper door The soft close mechanism is now detached from the appliance m Remove panel m Gently remove cover 9 by carefully inserting a flat bladed screwdriver into the gap m Slide soft close mechanism bracket as far as it will go towards the m Remove cover together with handle side of the door retainer 9 m Undo the three screws 2 on the m Then separate retainer 9 from cover soft close mechanism and the 8 by pushing it slightly to the left spacer and then pulling the cover forwards and off m Using a flat bladed screwdriver push s the centre of the soft close m Rotate retainer by 180 mechanism towards the middle of the st Then fit cover from the front over door retainer and push it over to the m Then pr
48. pacity must not be exceeded The maximum freezing capacity for freezing within a 24 hour period is given on the data plate Freezing capacity kg 24 hrs Freezing fresh food Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible This way the nutritional value of the food its vitamin content appearance and taste are not impaired Food which takes a long time to freeze will lose more water from its cells which then shrink During the defrosting process only some of this water is reabsorbed by the cells the rest collects around the food If food is frozen quickly the cells have less time to lose moisture so they shrink less As there is not so much moisture loss it is easier for the food to reabsorb it during the defrosting process and very little water collects around the defrosted food 32 Storing frozen food When buying frozen food to store in your freezer check that the packaging is not damaged the use by date the temperature at which the frozen food is being stored in the shop The length of time it can be kept is reduced if it has been stored at a temperature warmer than 18 C m Buy frozen food once you have finished the rest of your shopping and wrap it in newspaper or use a cool bag or cool box to transport it m Store it in the freezer as soon as possible Never re freeze partially or fully defrosted food Consume defrosted food as soon as possible as it will lose its nutrit
49. packaging regarding storage conditions and use by dates P Do not use sharp edged objects to remove frost and ice separate frozen foods and remove ice trays They will damage the evaporator causing irreversible damage to the appliance P Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost it These can damage the plastic parts Warning and Safety instructions P Do not use defrosting sprays or de icers as they might contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could cause the build up of gases and pose a danger to health P Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time P 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 P Do not block the ventilation gaps in the appliance as this would impair the efficiency of the appliance increase the electricity consumption and could cause damage to the appliance P The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges ambient temperatures and should not be used outside this range The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature e g a garage can lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required
50. r cool function If bottles are however placed in the freezer section for rapid cooling make sure they are not left in for more than one hour as they could burst 35 Freezing and storing food Cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut Place the cool pack in the top drawer of the freezer section directly on top of the food The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx 24 hours If there is a power cut place the cool pack directly on top of the frozen food in the top drawer so that the food will be kept cold for as long as possible When placing fresh food in the freezer use the cool pack to separate the fresh food from the food which is already frozen so that the frozen food does not begin to thaw The cool pack can also be used in a cool bag to keep food or drinks cool for a short period of time 36 Automatic defrost Refrigerator section The refrigerator defrosts automatically Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section whilst it is in use You do not need to remove this as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the appliance The condensate is drained away via a channel and drain hole into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance Ensure that the condensate channel and drain hole are kept clean and ar
51. ranate bananas avocado mangos papaya passion fruit citrus fruit fruit which is not yet ripe aubergines egg plant cucumbers potatoes peppers capsicum tomatoes courgettes some hard cheeses e g Parmesan When shopping for food The freshness of food when first placed in the appliance is an important factor in determining how long it stays fresh and how long it can be kept in the refrigerator Time out of the refrigerator e g during transportation should be kept to a minimum For example do not allow food to stay in a hot car for too long Once food has started to deteriorate this process cannot be reversed As little as two hours outside the refrigerator can cause food to start deteriorating 28 Storing food correctly Food should generally be stored covered or packaged This will prevent food smells from affecting other foods food from drying out and also any cross contamination of bacteria The growth of bacteria such as salmonella can be avoided by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene Fruit and vegetables Fruit and vegetables may be stored loose in the vegetable containers Please be aware that not all types of fruit and vegetables are suitable for storing in the same container Aromas and flavours can transfer from one type of food to another e g carrots absorb the smell and flavour of onions very easily Some food also gives off a natural
52. rganisms become active in the food again so that it cannot be kept as long For this reason partially defrosted or defrosted food must not be re frozen Food may be re frozen once it has been cooked as the high temperatures achieved when cooking destroy most micro organisms Temperature display During normal operation the temperature display on the control panel shows the temperature in the middle of the refrigerator section or the temperature in the warmest part of the freezer section The correct temperature Setting the temperature The temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer sections are set independently of one another 3 XX m Select the refrigerator or the freezer section The Refrigerator symbol or the Freezer symbol will light up yellow SEN m You can now use the arrow sensors on either side of the temperature display to set the temperature you require By touching the V sensor the temperature will get colder sensor the temperature will get warmer The temperature being set will flash in the display The following information shows in the display when the sensors are touched Touching a sensor once the last temperature selected flashes Each subsequent touch of a sensor adjusts the temperature shown in 1 C steps 20 Leaving a finger on the sensor changes the temperature continuously When the highest or lowest temperature in the range is reached th
53. shable food e g fish meat poultry sausage products ready meals dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream fresh dough cake mixtures pizza or quiche dough soft cheese and other dairy products pre packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it should be kept at a temperature of approx 4 C Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants e g spray cans Danger of explosion If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof make sure it is tightly closed and store 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 Food must not touch the back wall of the refrigerator as it may freeze to the back 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 27 Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator Not all food is suitable for refrigeration as some food is sensitive to cold Cucumbers for example become glassy aubergines bitter and potatoes sweet Tomatoes and oranges lose their aroma and the peel on citrus fruit hardens Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator includes pineapple pomeg
54. splay m ouch the On Off sensor m Touch the V sensor repeatedly until h 2 appears in the display m Touch the On Off sensor for approx 2 seconds to confirm The counter is now reset m Touch the V sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display m Touch the On Off sensor You have now left the settings mode Useful tip When you are storing foods with a strong smell such as ripe cheeses place the holder containing the active charcoal filters on the shelf where the food is going to be stored change the active charcoal filters early if required remembering to reset the counter and place more active charcoal filters in holders in the appliance Active charcoal filters and holders can be obtained from your Miele dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department 41 Problem solving guide Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work What to do if the refrigerator section or freezer section does not get cold m Check whether the relevant section is switched on The temperature display must be lit up m Check that the plug is correctly inserted into the socket and switched On m Check that the fuse is not de
55. t in the base of the plug or the colour that is embossed in words in the base of the plug as applicable to the design of the plug fitted Replacement fuses should be ASTA approved to BS 1362 and have the correct rating Replacement fuses and fuse covers may be purchased from your local electrical supplier WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED 47 Installation Do not place any appliance which gives off heat such as a toaster or microwave oven on top of this appliance as this would increase the appliance s energy consumption This appliance must not be installed directly next to another refrigerator or freezer It does not have side wall heating so installation next to another refrigerator or freezer could cause a build up of condensation between them Further information is available from your dealer Location This appliance should be installed in a dry well ventilated room It should not be installed where it is exposed to direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a heat producing appliance such as an oven or a radiator The room temperature should not go above or below the climate range for which the appliance is designed The higher the ambient temperature of the room the more energy the appliance requires to operate 48 Important tropical humid environments During periods of high humidity some condensation may appear on outside surfaces of cooling appliances This condensation will dis
56. the risk of bacterial cross contamination and meat deteriorating do not let one type of meat come into direct contact with another type 29 Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves The shelves in the refrigerator section can be adjusted according to the height of the food m Raise the shelf and pull it forwards slightly until the notch at the side is in line with the shelf support It can then be raised or lowered to the required level The raised edge at the back must face upwards to prevent food from touching the back of the appliance and freezing to it Stoppers prevent the shelves from being dislodged by mistake Split shelf In order to accommodate tall items in the appliance one of the shelves is divided The front section can be pushed under the rear section m Push the rear half of the glass shelf up slightly from below m At the same time pull the front half of the glass shelf forwards slightly and then push it carefully under the rear half 30 To move the split shelf m Take both halves of the split glass shelf out m fit the two brackets onto the supports on either side at the required height m and push the glass shelves in one after the other The shelf with the raised edge must be at the back Fruit and vegetable containers on rollers The fruit and vegetable containers are pushed in and out on rollers and can be completely removed if necessary The rollers can
57. tray The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx 24 hours Switching off m Touch the On Off sensor until all of the indicators go out If this does not happen the safety lock is still activated The refrigerator section and freezer section will switch off one after the other The interior lighting will not come on when you open the door and the cooling process will be switched off To switch the refrigerator section or freezer section on or off separately The refrigerator section and the freezer section can be switched on or off separately if you should only wish to use one section This is useful e g whilst on holiday if you only want to leave the freezer section switched on 3X xx m Select the section of the appliance which you wish to switch off The Refrigerator or the Freezer symbol will light up yellow m Touch the On Off sensor until the Refrigerator or the Freezer symbol goes out 15 Switching on and off The section you selected is now switched off while the other section remains switched on To switch a section back on again ER m Select the section which you want to switch on The relevant symbol will light up yellow m Touch the On Off sensor until the temperature display lights up or Switch the appliance off and then back on again 16 Settings mode Certain settings on the appliance can only be selected in the s
58. until d appears in the display m Touch the On Off sensor m The temperature display brightness can now be changed by touching the V sensor d G Maximum brightness d 1 Reduced brightness d Return to menu The old setting lights up and your newly selected setting flashes m ouch the On Off sensor to confirm the new setting m Touch the V sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display 21 Alarm Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the appliance cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if a door is left open Activating the alarm system The alarm system is always active It does not have to be switched on manually Temperature alarm An alarm will sound if the temperature becomes too warm The alarm off sensor will flash red and the Freezer symbol will flash The alarm will sound the alarm off sensor will light up red and the relevant symbol will flash for example if alot of room air enters the freezer section when food is being loaded rearranged or taken out when freezing large amounts of food at once in the event of a power cut The alarm will stop and the indicators will go out as soon as the temperature has dropped down to the correct level again 22 Switching the temperature alarm off early If the noise disturbs you you can switch the alarm off early if you wish m Touch the alarm o
59. up yellow m Touch the Super freeze sensor It will light up yellow The appliance will then work at full power to lower the temperature in the freezer section Switching off Super freeze Depending on the amount of food placed in the freezer section the Super freeze function will switch off automatically after approx 30 to 65 hours The appliance will then continue to work at normal power To save energy the Super freeze function can be switched off once a constant temperature of 18 C or colder has been reached in the freezer section e NS m Select the freezer section The Freezer symbol will light up yellow m Touch the Super freeze sensor It will dim to a pale yellow colour The appliance will continue running at normal power 25 Using Super cool Super freeze and Dynamic cooling Dynamic cooling amp When the Dynamic cooling function is not switched on the natural circulation of air in the appliance will cause different temperature zones in the refrigerator as the cold heavy air will sink to the lowest section of the appliance You should bear this in mind when placing food in the appliance see Using the refrigerator efficiently However if you are placing a large amount of food in the refrigerator at any one time it is a good idea to switch on Dynamic cooling This way you can distribute the temperature inside the appliance to all areas more evenly so that all the food will be chi
60. ush with the side of the appliance If this is not the case m tighten both grub screws with an allen key until mounting plate 3 lines up correctly m Then tighten all 4 fixing screws m Slide the side section of the handle into the guides on the mounting plate until it clicks into place It is important to check that the side section of the handle does not come into contact with the door seal when opening the door as this would damage the door seal permanently If after you have refitted the handle you find that the side section does touch the door seal when the door is opened m Realign mounting plate with grub screws until the mounting plate and the side section of the handle are at the correct angle and the side section does not touch the door seal when the door is opened Aligning the appliance doors The appliance doors can be aligned Align the upper door using the long with the housing after they have been outer slots in the middle hinge plate fitted In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what you have to do Align the lower door using the long outer slots in the lower hinge plate m Slightly loosen the three screws m Align the door by sliding the hinge plate to the left or right Then tighten screws m Remove centre screw from the hinge plate m Slightly loosen both outer screws m Ali
61. ve oven in an oven using the Fan or Defrost setting atroom temperature inthe refrigerator the cold given off by the frozen food helps to keep the other food cold in a steam oven Poultry It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when defrosting poultry Do not use the liquid from defrosted poultry Pour it away and wash the container it was in 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 Just put straight into boiling water or hot fat The cooking time is slightly less than that of fresh vegetables due to changes in the cell structure Never re freeze partially or fully defrosted food Consume defrosted food as soon as possible as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if left for too long Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked Ice cubes m Fill the ice tray three quarters full with water and place it on the bottom of one of the freezer drawers m Once frozen use a blunt instrument for example a spoon handle to remove the ice tray from the freezer m ice cubes can be removed easily from the tray by twisting the tray gently or by holding it under cold running water for a short while Cooling drinks To cool drinks quickly place them in the refrigerator section and switch on the Supe

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