Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator K 9212 i
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1. m Pull off covers D and m Unscrew hinge pin m ilt the door and lift it off m Unscrew hinge plate 2 and replace it on the opposite side using the same screws m Remove lower hinge pin together with washer and replace these on the opposite side 40 Changing the door hinging Freezer compartment door m Lower the cover on hinge plate m Unscrew hinge plate 2 and remove freezer compartment door together with the hinge plate m Unscrew door catch m Screw door catch 9 into place on the opposite side having turned it by 180 m Fit the freezer compartment door 3 in position at the top then tighten the hinge plate securely m Close the cover on hinge plate m Plug the holes with stoppers 41 Building in the appliance All building in instructions given are for a right hand hinged appliance If you have converted the appliance to left hand hinging you will need to adapt these instructions accordingly Building into a peninsular run When built into a peninsular run the rear of the building in niche must be fitted with a kitchen furniture panel Aligning the housing unit Before installing the appliance the housing unit must be carefully aligned using a spirit level The housing unit corners must be at right angles as otherwise the appliance furniture door will not align correctly with the 4 corners of the2. 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 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 showrooms and by residents in establishments such as Hostels and guest houses It must only be used as a domestic appliance to cool and store foodstuffs as well as to store deep frozen food freeze fresh food and to prepare ice Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the appliance P This appliance is not intended for use by people 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 on it or near it or to play with the controls Older children may only use t
3. Do not let water get into the temperature selector or into 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 To avoid damaging the surface of your appliance do not use cleaning agents containing soda ammonia acids or chlorides cleaning agents containing descaling agents abrasive cleaning agents e g powder cleaners and cream cleaners solvent based cleaning agents stainless steel cleaning agents dishwasher cleaner oven sprays glass cleaning agents hard abrasive sponges and brushes e g pot scourers melamine eraser blocks sharp metal scrapers Before cleaning m Switch the appliance off m Disconnect it from the mains m Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place m Defrost the freezer compartment depending on model m Take out any removable parts e g shelves for cleaning Cleaning the interior and accessories m Clean the appliance at least once a month using lukewarm water and a little washing up liquid The following are dishwasher safe the butter dish egg trays ice cube tray supplied
4. Miele Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator K 9212 K 9214 iF K 9412 K 9414 iF To avoid the risk of accidents en GB or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time M Nr 07 923 420 Contents Guide to the appliance 20 0 ccc ee 4 Optional accessories tte ee 6 BOUlGMACKS 22e iege Meee ede edad a aad ted a etu 6 Caring for the environment liliis ile i eile llis 7 Warning and Safety instructions elles lisse 8 How to save energy 22 seii e seen een 13 Switching on and off lilii isse 14 Before using for the firsttime 2i sese 14 Switching off for longer periods of time 2 isses 15 The correct temperature liil ii le ll esses 16 For the refrigerator section 0 0 0000 16 For the freezer compartment 0 00000 00 cee 16 Setting the temperature liliis 16 Temperature display 3 pore aachen 17 Supercool 2 nace ee cece oss ga ede EE PEG nn 18 Using the refrigerator efficiently liie seien 19 Different storage zones iiiiilsiilessss nennen nenn 19 Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator liliis issus 19 When shopping for food i scs RR Rp REP PR RE RP 20 Stotitig TOOd COFFeclly ass ee eddies ROME pike eased bete eter 20 Fr itand vegetables assess Lec e d
5. housing unit 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 will lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature P Never 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 ventilate
6. 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 appliance as it may freeze to the back wall Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator Not all food is suitable for refrigeration This includes Fruit and vegetables which are sensitive to cold such as bananas avocado papaya passion fruit aubergines peppers tomatoes and cucumbers Fruit which is not yet ripe Potatoes Some hard cheeses e g Parmesan Using the refrigerator efficiently 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 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 Storing food correctly Store food covered or packaged This will prevent food smells from affecting other foods food from drying out and a
7. 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 This could result 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 packaging regarding storage conditions and use by dates P Do not use sharp edged objects to remove frost and ice separate frozen foods or remove ice trays They will damage the evaporator causing irreversible damage to the appliance P Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost it These can damage the plastic parts 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 Warning and Safety instructions gt 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 If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks P Do not block the ventilation gaps in the plinth or the top of the appliance
8. as standard depending on model the shelves and bottle shelf in the door the butter and cheese compartment The temperature of the dishwasher programme must not exceed 55 C Contact with some foodstuffs such as carrots tomatoes or ketchup can cause plastic items to discolour However this discolouration will not affect the stability of plastic items 29 Cleaning m Clean the interior shelves and drawers by hand These are not suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher 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 interior and accessories with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth Leave the door open to air the appliance for a short while Ventilation gaps m he ventilation gaps should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner A build up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance Door seal Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time The door seal should be cleaned regularly with clean water and then wiped dry with a soft cloth 30 After cleaning m Replace all shelves and accessories in the appliance m Close the appliance door m Insert the plug in the socket and switch on at the mains Then switch the appliance back on
9. before placing them in the unit to run for a long time as the appliance appliance will have to work harder to reduce 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 section when a A layer of ice hinders the cold from layer of ice 0 5 cm thick has built up reaching the frozen food and increases energy consumption 13 Switching on and off Before using for the first time 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 itto the mains Protective foil The stainless steel trim to the interior shelves and the door shelves has a layer of protective foil to prevent damage during transportation m Carefully remove the protective foil from the stainless steel trim Cleaning m Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with lukewarm water and a little washing up liquid and then dry with a soft cloth 14 Switching on m Using a coin turn the On Off dial in a clockwise direction away from the O position until the temperature display lights up Forcing the dial beyond its range will damage it Turn it only as far as it will go then turn i
10. model This bottle rack is available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or your dealer 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 should 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 Disposal of your old appliance Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially 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 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 legal safety requirements Improper use can however present a risk of both personal injury and damage to property
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13. ature in the appliance The temperature being set will flash in the display Forcing it beyond its range will damage it Turn it only as far as it will go then turn it back again The correct temperature Temperature display The temperature display on the control panel always shows the required temperature If you want the temperature in the refrigerator section to be 5 C m turn the temperature selector clockwise from O until the 5 lights up in the temperature display The average temperature in the freezer section will then be approx 18 C The temperature can be set slightly colder than the displayed temperature e g between 5 C and 3 C m o do so turn the temperature dial slowly in a clockwise direction from e g 5 until the 5 flashes briefly in the temperature display The colder temperature is now set If the appliance door is opened very often or if large quantities of food are being stored in the appliance or if there is a high ambient temperature it is advisable to set the temperature between 3 C and 5 C Super cool Super cool Switching off Super cool The Super cool function can be used to The Super cool function will switch itself rapidly reduce the temperature in the off automatically after approx 6 hours refrigerator section to its lowest setting The indicator light will go out and the depending on the room temperature appliance will run at normal power again S
14. be blanched after they have been trimmed and washed To blanch bring a large saucepan of water to the boil and 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 the freezer This causes already frozen food to thaw and increases the energy consumption considerably Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the freezer Packing m Unsuitable packing material wrapping paper grease proof paper cellophane dustbin liners plastic carrier bags m Freeze food in portions Suitable packing material plastic freezer film freezer bags freezer containers aluminium foil 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
15. be sealed using home heat sealing kits m Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging Freezing and storing food depending on model Before placing food in the freezer compartment m Turn the temperature selector to a middle to low temperature for approx 4 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer compartment This helps food that is already in the freezer to stay frozen Placing food in the freezer section m Place the food flat on the bottom of the freezer compartment 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 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 m After 24 hours turn the temperature selector back to a medium setting Defrosting Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways ina microwave 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 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 poiso
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17. d on a regular basis 37 Installation Before installing the appliance m Before installation remove the cover strip sealing strip and other accessories from inside the appliance and from the external rear wall of the appliance m Do not remove the spacers from the back of the appliance These ensure the gap required between the back of the appliance and the wall is maintained m Remove any cable clips from the back of the appliance m Check that all parts at the back of the appliance are unhindered Carefully remove any hindrance 38 Building in dimensions Niche height mm A K 9212 i K 9214 iF 874 890 K 9412 i K 9414 iF 1220 1236 39 Changing the door hinging Before building the appliance in you will need to decide on which side the The freezer compartment door now door is to be hinged If left hand door needs to be changed over if hinging is required follow the applicable see following page instructions below m Replace the appliance door on lower To change the door hinging you will hinge pin need various sizes of Torx screwdrivers and a slotted screwdriver m Insert upper hinge pin 3 into the outer hole in hinge plate and screw securely into the top of the door Appliance door PP m Replace covers and 2 on the m Open the appliance door opposite side turning them by 180
18. d room In an enclosed unventilated room Protected from direct sunlight In direct sunlight Not near to a heat source radiator oven 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 Do not cover the ventilation gaps and dust them regularly 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 consumption Temperature setting with a thermostat which is exact to the degree digital display Larder section 8 to 12 C Refrigerator section 4 to 5 C PerfectFresh zone just above 0 C Freezer section 18 C Wine storage section 10 to 12 C On appliances with winter setting please make sure that the winter setting is switched off when the ambient temperature is warmer than 16 C Use Drawers shelves and racks arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered Only open the door when necessary Frequent opening of the door for and for as short a time as possible long periods will cause a loss of coldness Store food in an organised way Searching for an item will mean the door is open for longer Allow hot food and drinks to cool Hot food will cause the refrigerator down
19. e kk ran RR Ro si do 20 Unpacked meats and vegetables 0 0002 21 Protein rich foods liiis ee 21 DNS AU coe acce 21 Adjusting the interior fittings 2 22 0 00 eee 22 Moving the shelves 0 0 eee 22 Split Shell ete cest et deena gaat en rede thon ecto aon aero Baths tans 22 Adjusting the door shelf bottle shelf 2 scies 22 Freezing and storing food depending on model 23 Freezing fresh food 0 2 tee 23 Storing frozen TOO zu stem Wed dea Rhee anne PES E dre ere 23 Heme freezinc ess ns 22 4122 siate Mira Aba X EE Sa Gee SERS ee eS a x e ana 24 Hints home freezing sss pired earet ee bn ead de Se betes cade 24 PACKING ie 2 tet nee re ie peg ae ate et 24 Before placing food in the freezer compartment 0 0000 ee 25 Placing food in the freezer section iles 25 BARRE 25 2 Contents ISS CUB SS TC IT 26 Cooling drinks cire ede ded ea een ah 26 priu re te a ieee tne Beata CM 27 Refrigerator SECtiON 0 tee 27 Freezer COMPANIMENE 24 200 de rE Rb bende ce alae be meee 27 Cleaning 0 0 0 00 29 Cleaning the interior and acceSsori S 2 eee 29 Ventilation Gaps seses deserere ee nd en te 30 Door Seal ms kanns bn het bedded Hae ended as 30 Problem solving guide 0 0 eee 31 NOISES Serie au eee aed ee in ae Re erde 34 After Sales Guarantee Laua aaa 35 Electrical connection 000
20. ect 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 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 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 Danger of inury 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 cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer The cans or bottles could explode Danger of injury
21. ere o Super cool To save energy the Super cool function Super cool is particularly can be switched off once food and recommended for faster chilling of drinks are sufficiently chilled large amounts of fresh food or drink m Press the Super cool button The Super cool indicator light will go out o amp S and the appliance will continue to V operate at normal power m Press the Super cool button The Super cool indicator light will come on The appliance will then work at full power to lower the temperature 18 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 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 perishable 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
22. ews in the hinge plates to the housing m Tighten all the screws 44 m f necessary align cover strip by pushing it parallel to the top of the unit it should not protrude m Fold in the side section of bracket m Replace cover and cap all the holes with stoppers and 3 m Secure door fixings 9 to the appliance door with screw 9 3 9 x 9 5 mm to suit the position of the handle Very large doors will require several door fixings m Open the door right out and push fixing guides 48 into door fixings m Position the furniture door onto the appliance door and secure fixing guides 9 to the furniture door using screws 9 4 x 14 mm Maintain a distance d the thickness of the housing unit walls between the edge of the appliance door and outer edge of the furniture door m Align the door fixing so that the furniture door on the side with the handle does not lie against the housing unit wall when the door is shut A minimum distance of 1 mm must be maintained This is vital for the longterm effectiveness of the insulation 45 46 47 United Kingdom Miele Co Ltd Fairacres Marcham Road Abingdon Oxon OX14 1TW Tel 0845 365 0555 Fax 0845 365 0777 Customer Contact Centre Tel 0845 365 6600 E mail info miele co uk Internet www miele co uk Australia Miele Australia Pty Ltd ABN 96 005 635 398 1 Gilbert Park Drive Knoxfield VIC 3180 Tel 03 9764 7130 Fax 03 97
23. g 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 36 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 insert 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 Installation This appliance must be built in otherwise it could tip up 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 cl
24. he appliance if its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely recognising the dangers of misuse P Supervise children whilst you are using it 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 It could be dangerous gt 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 P This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane R600a a natural gas which is environmentally friendly Although it 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 coolant 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 ad
25. ht in the refrigerator is not working Has the refrigerator door been left open for too long The lighting switches itself off automatically after approx 15 minutes If it also does not come on when the door is opened briefly but the temperature display is working then the lamp is defective m Disconnect the appliance from the mains 32 m Grasp the lamp cover at the top and at the bottom 1 and pull it forwards to remove 2 m Unscrew the lamp This requires some strength as the safety catch needs to be released m Change the lamp Lamp specification 220 240 V E 14 fitting See the old lamp for the Wattage required m Screw the new lamp into the connection Make sure the safety catch is correctly fitted CD m Replace the lamp cover and click it into place at the sides Problem solving guide the floor of the refrigerator section is wet The 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 33 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 no
26. ightly and then push it carefully under the rear half To move the split shelf m Take both halves of the split glass shelf out 22 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 Adjusting the door shelf bottle shelf m Push the door bottle shelf upwards then remove it by pulling it forwards m Replace the door bottle shelf at the required position Ensure that it is securely pushed back into position Freezing and storing food depending on model Using the freezer compartment Use the freezer compartment to store frozen food make ice cubes freeze small quantities of fresh food Up to 2 kg of food can be frozen in 24 hours 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 In practice this means that the food loses a large degree of its moisture 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 reab
27. imate range for which the appliance is designed The higher the ambient temperature of the room the more energy the appliance requires to operate Climate range This 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 Ventilation Air at the back of the appliance gets warm The appliance housing unit must be constructed to allow sufficient space for ventilation The air inlet to the appliance is via the plinth in the housing unit A ventilation gap of at least 38 mm depth must be allowed for behind the appliance for air to circulate The cross sectional area for ventilation in the plinth and the housing unit and also beneath the ceiling needs to be at least 200 cm throughout to ensure that warm air can be drawn through unhindered Otherwise the appliance has to work harder resulting in an increase in electricity consumption The ventilation gaps must not be covered or blocked in any way They should be duste
28. ise the more often the door is opened and the longer it is kept open if too much food is stored in it at once 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 For the refrigerator section We recommend a temperature of 5 C in the middle of the refrigerator For the freezer compartment depending on model 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 16 micro organisms 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 Setting the temperature The temperature for the refrigerator section is set using the temperature dial The higher or lower the temperature in the refrigerator section the higher or lower it is in the freezer section 0 m Using a coin turn the temperature dial in a clockwise direction away from the 0 position The higher the setting the lower the temper
29. ise 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 Creak Creaking sounds can be heard when material inside the appliance expands 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 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 34 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 informati
30. lly For this reason no more than 2 kg of fresh food should be frozen at one time the appliance is switching in too frequently and for too long m Check whether ventilation gaps in the plinth and in the housing unit at the top have been covered over or become too dusty m he refrigerator and freezer compartment doors have been opened too frequently or a large amount of fresh food has been placed inside and or frozen at the same time m Check that the doors have been closed properly m Check to see whether a thick layer of ice has built up in the freezer compartment If it has then the freezer will need defrosting the frozen food is thawing because the freezer compartment is too warm m s the room temperature lower than the ambient temperature for which the appliance is designed If so raise the temperature of the room 31 Problem solving guide Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long causing the freezer compartment 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 there is a thick layer of ice in the freezer compartment m Check whether the freezer compartment door closes properly m Defrost and then clean the freezer compartment Too thick a layer of ice reduces efficiency and increases energy consumption the interior lig
31. lso 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 20 Fruit and vegetables Fruit and vegetables may be stored loose in the vegetable containers However you should bear in mind that 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 gas ethylene which speeds up the rate at which other food perishes Some fruit and vegetables react strongly to this gas and should not be stored together 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 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 Using the refrigerator efficiently Unpacked meats and vegetables Unpackaged meat and vegetables should be stored separate
32. ly 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 the risk of bacterial cross contamination do not let meat come into direct contact with other foods 21 Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves The shelves 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 sl
33. m Switch on the Super cool function for a while so that the appliance can cool down quickly m Place food back in the appliance and close the door 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 Ensure that current is not supplied to the appliance until maintenance or repair work has been carried out Some minor problems can be corrected without contacting the Miele Service Department What to doif the appliance does not get cool m Make sure that the temperature dial is not set at 0 m Check that the plug is correctly inserted in the socket and switched On m Check that the fuse is not defective and that the mains fuse has not blown If it has contact the Miele Ser vice Department the temperature in the refrigerator is too low m Turn the temperature dial to a lower setting m Super cool has not switched itself off Super cool only switches itself off after 6 hours m Check that the freezer compartment door has been closed properly m Has a large amount of fresh food been frozen at the same time This makes the compressor run for longer causing the temperature in the refrigerator section to fall automatica
34. ning Fruit should be defrosted at room temperature in its packing 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 25 Freezing and storing food depending on model Ice cubes m Fill the ice tray three quarters full with water and place it on the bottom of the freezer compartment 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 cook drinks quickly place them in the refrigerator section and switch on the Super cool function If placing drinks in the freezer compartment to cool them quickly make sure bottles are not left for more than one hour as they could burst 26 Defrosting 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 defros
35. on 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 35 Electrical connection Electrical connection U K All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified 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 overheatin
36. quickly as possible if food has not been placed in another freezer The longer the food is left out at room temperature the faster it defrosts m Switch the appliance off m Disconnect it from the mains Switch off atthe 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 Open the freezer compartment door Do not use defrosting sprays or de icers as they could contain substances which could damage the plastic parts and which may cause a build up of gases and pose a danger to health After defrosting m Close the appliance door m Insert the plug in the socket and switch on at the mains Then switch the appliance back on m Place the frozen food into the freezer compartment again m Use a sponge or towel to soak up the defrosted water To speed up defrosting a bowl with hot water not boiling can be placed in the freezer compartment Closing the door in this instance will help retain warmth and speed up the defrosting process Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to aid the defrosting process Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit Never place electric heaters or candles etc inside the appliance to defrost it They will damage plastic components 28 Cleaning A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products is available to order from Miele or www miele shop com
37. sorb it during the defrosting process and very little water collects around the defrosted food 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 compartment as soon as possible 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 23 Freezing and storing food depending on model Home freezing Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition Hints on home freezing 24 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
38. t and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the refrigerator 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 are never blocked so that condensate can flow away without hindrance Freezer compartment depending on model The freezer compartment does not defrost automatically because frozen food must not be allowed to defrost In normal use ice and frost will form on the evaporator If allowed to accumulate this will impair the efficiency of the freezer and increase the consumption of electricity Do not scrape ice and frost off and do not not use any sharp edged or pointed instruments to aid the defrosting process They will damage the evaporator causing irreversible damage to the appliance The freezer compartment should be defrosted from time to time It must be defrosted if a layer of ice approx 0 5 cm thick has accumulated It is best to defrost when only very little food or no food at all is left in the freezer compartment Before defrosting m Remove the frozen food from the freezer compartment and place it in another freezer or cool box or wrap it in several layers of newspaper or cloths m and store it in a cool place until the freezer compartment is ready for use again 27 Defrosting To defrost Carry out the defrosting procedure as
39. t back again The appliance begins to cool down and the temperature required for the refrigerator shows in the temperature display The interior light will come on when the 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 Switching off m Using a coin turn the On Off dial in an anti clockwise direction back to the O position The temperature display will go out and the cooling process will be switched off Switching on and off Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time e g whilst on holiday m switch the appliance off m disconnect it from the mains m defrost the freezer compartment depending on model m clean the appliance out and m leave the door ajar to air the appliance If during a long absence the appliance is switched off but not cleaned out and the door is left shut there is a danger of mould and odours building up inside the appliance 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 r
40. ualified 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 Miele authorised 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 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 wall 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 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 gt This appliance may only be used in mobile installations 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 subj
41. unit Align the furniture door with the hinges 42 Preparing the appliance m Slide cover strip into the holder as shown with the bumps facing downwards The bumps will fit into keyhole slots 2 The cover strip is then flush with the side of the appliance on which the door is opened Building in the appliance Building in the appliance m Align the appliance height from above on both sides using adjusting screw m Remove panel m Secure bracket with screws 3 4 8 x 16 mm m Attach sealing strip to the door opening side so that it sits flush at the front with the side of the appliance If necessary the sealing strip can be trimmed to size along the lower edge of bracket 2 Push the appliance into its housing unit When doing this make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped Push in the appliance until the front edges of bracket and hinge plates and are flush with the front edge of the housing 43 Building in the appliance Securing the appliance and fitting the furniture door m Push the appliance against the housing wall on the side on which the door opens so that the sealing strip is pressed into the housing wall 8 m Secure the appliance at the top with screw 9 4 x 19 mm into bracket pushing the appliance against the furniture wall as you do so Then secure it at the bottom with screws 4 x 36 mm through the adjusting scr
42. vice 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 to the mains supply make sure that the rating on the data plate corresponds to the voltage and frequency of the household 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 q
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