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Operating and installation instructionsFridge-freezer

To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it isessential to read these instructions before it is installed and used forthe first time.

en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 942 180

Contents

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Warning and Safety instructions .......................................................................... 5

Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 15

Installation............................................................................................................ 16Location................................................................................................................. 16Installation notes ................................................................................................... 17

Adjoining cabinets/units ................................................................................... 17Load-bearing capacity of the niche floor ......................................................... 18Ventilation......................................................................................................... 18Side-by-side units ............................................................................................ 19

Specifications for the mains water connection ..................................................... 20Installation dimensions.......................................................................................... 21

Dimensions with appliance doors open (opening angle 90°/115°) .................. 22Dimensions of furniture fronts ............................................................................... 23Installing the appliance.......................................................................................... 24

Before you start................................................................................................ 24Tools required................................................................................................... 24Weight of furniture fronts.................................................................................. 25Aligning the installation niche........................................................................... 25Checking the installation niche ........................................................................ 26Before installation............................................................................................. 27Preparing the installation niche ........................................................................ 28Pushing the appliance into the niche ............................................................... 30Aligning the appliance ...................................................................................... 32Securing the appliance in the niche ................................................................. 35Preparing to install the furniture fronts ............................................................. 36Securing and aligning the furniture fronts ........................................................ 39Securing the covers ......................................................................................... 44Securing the plinth and base cover.................................................................. 46Limiting the opening angle of the appliance doors .......................................... 47

Water connection .................................................................................................. 48Information about the water supply ................................................................. 48Connecting the appliance to the mains water supply ...................................... 49

Electrical connection ............................................................................................. 50

Saving energy ...................................................................................................... 52

Guide to the appliance ........................................................................................ 54Main screen........................................................................................................... 56Settings mode .................................................................................................. 57

Accessories ......................................................................................................... 59Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 59

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Optional accessories............................................................................................. 60

Using for the first time ........................................................................................ 61Before using for the first time................................................................................ 61

Closing the fridge zone doors .......................................................................... 61Choosing the right Door assistant (Push2open/Pull2open) ............................ 61Affixing the MasterFresh zone labels ............................................................... 62Inserting the Active AirClean filters .................................................................. 62

Operating the appliance ........................................................................................ 63Using for the first time...................................................................................... 64

Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 65Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................ 66

Selecting further settings ................................................................................... 67Switching the Keypad lock / on or off ........................................................... 67Switching Eco mode on or off.......................................................................... 68Carrying out a Self test ..................................................................................... 69Switching Condensation protection on and off ................................................ 70Switching on the Door assistant ........................................................................ 70Switching off the Door assistant ....................................................................... 72Miele@home.......................................................................................................... 73Switching off Demo mode .................................................................................. 77Resetting the settings to their factory default settings .................................... 78Switching Holiday mode on or off ................................................................... 80Switching Sabbath mode on or off .................................................................... 81Switching on, switching off, or resetting the Water filter display ..................... 82Switching on, switching off, or resetting the Display Active AirClean filter ...... 84

The correct temperature..................................................................................... 86... in the fridge zone and in the MasterFresh zone ................................................ 86... in the freezer zone ............................................................................................. 87Setting the temperature......................................................................................... 87

Temperature range ........................................................................................... 88

Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze.................................................................... 89

Temperature and door alarm.............................................................................. 92

Adjusting the interior fittings.............................................................................. 94Moving the shelves in the appliance door............................................................. 94Moving the adjustable shelves .............................................................................. 94Removing the hanging drawer .............................................................................. 95Removing compartments from the refrigerator section ........................................ 96Removing the freezer baskets............................................................................... 96

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Removing the ice cube container.......................................................................... 97

Using the refrigerator efficiently ........................................................................ 98Different storage zones ......................................................................................... 98Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator...................................... 98Notes on buying food............................................................................................ 99Storing food correctly............................................................................................ 99

Storing food in the MasterFresh zone ............................................................. 100MasterFresh zone................................................................................................ 100

Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture regulator ........................... 100Dry compartment with low temperature......................................................... 102

Freezing and storing food................................................................................. 104Freezing fresh food.............................................................................................. 104Storing frozen food.............................................................................................. 104Home freezing ..................................................................................................... 105Before placing food in the appliance .................................................................. 106Placing food in the freezer................................................................................... 106

Making ice cubes .............................................................................................. 108

Automatic defrosting ........................................................................................ 110

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 111Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 111Before cleaning the appliance............................................................................. 112Cleaning the interior and accessories ................................................................. 112Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 113Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 113Cleaning the water filter (IntensiveClear mesh filter) ........................................... 113Replacing the Active AirClean filters ................................................................... 115After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 116

Water filter.......................................................................................................... 117

Problem solving guide ...................................................................................... 118

Noises................................................................................................................. 129

Service................................................................................................................ 130Contact in case of fault ....................................................................................... 130Warranty .............................................................................................................. 130

Copyright and licences ..................................................................................... 131

Warning and Safety instructions

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This refrigeration appliance complies with current safetyrequirements. However, inappropriate use can lead to personalinjury and damage to property.

Please read the operating and installation instructions carefullybefore using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. Theycontain important information on safety, installation, use andmaintenance of the appliance. This is to protect yourself frominjury and from damaging your appliance.

In accordance with standard IEC 60335-1, Miele expressly andstrongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in“Installation”, as well as in the “Warning and Safety instructions”.

Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-compliance with these instructions.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to anyfuture owner.

Risk of injury and damage due to the refrigeration appliancetipping over.

This refrigeration appliance is very heavy and can tip forwardswhen the doors are open.

Keep the appliance doors shut until the appliance has been built inand secured in its installation niche in accordance with theoperating and installation instructions.

Correct application

This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similarenvironments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfastsand other typical living quarters. This does not include common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed& breakfasts.


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This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use.

This appliance is intended for cooling and storing food and drinksas well as for storing deep-frozen food, freezing fresh food and formaking ice.Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could bedangerous.

This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping coolmedicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similarsubstances or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for suchpurposes may cause deterioration of the items stored. The appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is arisk of explosion.Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect orimproper use or operation of the appliance.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (includingchildren) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities orlack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been givensupervision and instruction concerning its use by a personresponsible for their safety.They may only use the appliance unsupervised if its operation hasbeen clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely andare able to understand and recognise the possible dangers causedby incorrect operation.

Safety with children

Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.

Older children may only use the appliance when its operation hasbeen clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely,recognising the dangers of misuse.

Cleaning work may only be carried out by older children under thesupervision of an adult.


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Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and donot let them play with it.

Risk of death. Please bear in mind that removing the dividingpanel in the large freezer basket may tempt children to climb insidethe freezer basket.

The appliance door hinges can cause injury. Keep children awayat all times.

Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves inpacking material (e.g. foil) or pull it over their head with the risk ofsuffocation. Keep packaging material away from children.


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Technical safety

The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. Therefrigeration appliance complies with all current local and nationalsafety requirements.

This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it isflammable, it does not damage the ozone layer and has a lowergreenhouse effect than some other refrigerants.The use of this coolant, however, leads to a slight increase in thenoise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of thecompressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing aroundthe system. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does notaffect the performance of the refrigeration appliance.When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensurethat no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Leaking refrigerantcan damage the eyes.In the event of any damage:

– avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark

– disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricitysupply

– ventilate the room where the appliance is located for severalminutes, and

– call Miele.

The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the largerthe room should be in which it is installed. In the event of a leakage,if the appliance is in a small room, there is a danger of combustiblegases building up. For every 11 g of coolant at least 1 m3 of roomspace is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is statedon a data plate inside the appliance.


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To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that theconnection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the dataplate corresponds to the household supply. Check that this is thecase before connecting the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.

The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteedwhen correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safetyrequirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electricalinstallation tested by a qualified electrician.

Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assuredif it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.

The socket must not be concealed behind the appliance and mustbe easily accessible so that the appliance can be quicklydisconnected from the electricity supply in case of an emergency.

If the electrical connection cable supplied is damaged, it mustonly be replaced by an original spare part to prevent a hazard for theuser. Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance whenoriginal Miele spare parts are used.

Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by amulti-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee therequired safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mainsconnection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do notoperate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed tomoisture (e.g in a garage or laundry).

This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobileinstallations (e.g. on a ship).

Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Checkthe appliance for visible signs of damage.

For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it hasbeen fully installed.


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The appliance must be disconnected from the power supplyduring installation, maintenance and repair work, and duringinstallation work on the mains water connection. It is only completelyisolated from the power supply when:

– the mains circuit breaker is switched off, or

– the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this isapplicable), or

– it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn fromthe socket.

Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs, or a faultymains water connection can result in considerable danger for theuser.Maintenance and repairs, installation work on the mains waterconnection, and all repairs on the ice/water outlet must only becarried out by a Miele authorised technician.

The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance isnot repaired by a Miele authorised technician.

Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spareparts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of theappliance when Miele replacement parts are used.

Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty waterconnection.

The ice cube maker must only be connected to a cold watersupply.

Danger of injury! Ensure that you do not come into contact withmoving parts on the dispensing mechanism of the ice cube maker orthe heating element on the ice cube maker.


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Correct use

The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range(ambient temperatures) and should not be used outside this range.The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plateinside the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambienttemperature, e.g. a garage, will lead to the appliance switching offfor longer periods, with the result that it cannot maintain the requiredtemperature.

To ensure proper air flow in and out of the appliance, theventilation gaps in the appliance and built-in structure must not becovered or blocked in any way. This would also increase the energyconsumption and could cause damage to the appliance.

If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance orthe appliance door, make sure that it does not come into contactwith plastic components as this could cause stress cracks or breakthe plastic. Make sure that no fat or oil leaks onto the plastic parts ofthe appliance.

Risk of fire and explosion! Do not store any explosive materials orproducts containing flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans) in therefrigeration appliance. Electrical components can cause flammablemixes of gases to ignite.

Danger of explosion! Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.an electric ice cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger ofsparking and explosion.

Risk of injury and damage! Do not store cans or bottles containingcarbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer zone.They could burst.

Risk of injury and damage! When chilling drinks in the freezerzone, make sure that bottles are not left in for more than one hour.Otherwise they could burst, causing injury or damage.


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Danger of injury! Never handle frozen food or the metal parts ofthe appliance with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozenfood or to the metal.

Danger of injury! Do not take ice cubes out with your bare handsand never place ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight fromthe freezer zone. The very low temperature of the frozen goods cancause frost burn to the lips and tongue.

Do not refreeze thawed or partially thawed food. Defrosted foodshould be used up as quickly as possible, as food soon loses itsnutritional value and goes off. Defrosted food may only be refrozenafter it has been cooked.

Food stored for too long may present a risk of food poisoning.Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshnessand quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it isstored. Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer'spackaging regarding storage conditions and use-by dates.

Use only genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts oraccessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will beinvalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.


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Cleaning and care

Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these willcause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.

Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance.Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a shortcircuit.

Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator,causing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharpedged or pointed objects to

– remove frost and ice, or accelerate the defrosting process,

– separate frozen foods and remove ice trays.

Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrostit. These can damage the plastic parts.

Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they might containsubstances which could damage the plastic parts or which couldcause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.


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Transport

To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright andin its packaging.

Risk of injury and damage! The appliance is very heavy and mustbe transported by two people.

Disposal of your old appliance

If your old appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This way you willprevent the risk of playing children accidentally locking themselves inand endangering their lives.

Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not todamage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by

– puncturing the refrigerant channels in the condenser,

– bending any pipework, or

– scratching the surface coating.

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Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly fordisposal, and can normally be recycled.

Recycling the packaging reduces theuse of raw materials in themanufacturing process and alsoreduces the amount of waste in landfillsites. Ensure that any plasticwrappings, bags etc. are disposed ofsafely and kept out of the reach ofbabies and young children. Danger ofsuffocation!

Disposing of your oldapplianceElectronic and electrical appliancescontain many valuable materials. Theyalso contain certain materials,compounds and components whichwere essential for their correctfunctioning and safety. These could behazardous to human health and to theenvironment if disposed of with generalwaste or if handled incorrectly. Pleasedo not, therefore, dispose of your oldappliance with your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your localcommunity waste collection/recyclingcentre for electrical and electronicappliances, or contact Miele. You arealso responsible for deleting anypersonal data that may be stored on theappliance being disposed of.

Take care not to damage the pipeworkat the back of the appliance before orduring transportation to an authorisedcollection depot.This is to ensure that refrigerant in thepipework and oil in the compressor arecontained and will not leak out into theenvironment.

Please ensure that your old appliancepresents no danger to children whilebeing stored awaiting disposal. See“Warning and Safety instructions” formore information.

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LocationThis appliance should be installed in adry, well-ventilated room.

When deciding where to install yourrefrigerator, please bear in mind that itwill use more energy if installed near aheater, cooktop or other appliance thatgives off heat. Direct sunlight shouldalso be avoided.The higher the room temperature, thelonger the compressor will run and thehigher the energy consumption will be.

Please note the following wheninstalling the appliance:

– The mains socket must not belocated directly behind the applianceand must be easily accessible.

– The plug and the power cable mustnot touch the rear of the refrigerationappliance as they could be damagedby vibrations from the appliance.

– Nor should other appliances beplugged into a socket located directlybehind this appliance.

If installation near a heat source isunavoidable, observe the followingminimum distances between theappliance and the heat source:

– at least 3 cm to electric or gas stoves

– at least 30 cm to oil or coal stoves.

If it is not possible to observe theseminimum distances, an insulation platemust be installed between therefrigeration appliance and the heatsource.

Climate range

The appliance is designed for use withina certain climate range (ambienttemperatures) and should not be usedoutside this range. The climate range ofthe appliance is stated on the data plateinside the appliance.

Climate range Ambient roomtemperature

SN +10 to +32 °C

N +16 to +32 °C

ST +16 to +38 °C

T +16 to +43 °C

Operating in a room which is too coldwill result in the compressor switchingoff for too long, causing the internaltemperature in the appliance to rise withthe risk of food deteriorating and goingoff.

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Risk of damage due to highhumidity.In environments with high humidity,condensation can build up onexternal appliance panels, which cancause corrosion.Install the refrigeration appliance in adry and/or air-conditioned room withsufficient ventilation.After installation, make sure that theappliance doors close properly, theventilation gaps are not covered andthat the appliance has been installedin accordance with these operatingand installation instructions.

Installation notes

Danger of damage and injurydue to the appliance tipping over!This refrigeration appliance is veryheavy and can tip forwards when thedoor(s) is/are open.Keep the appliance door(s) shut untilthe appliance has been built in andsecured in its housing in accordancewith these operating and installationinstructions.Due to the size and weight of theappliance, installation must becarried out by two people.

Adjoining cabinets/units

The appliance is screwed to theadjoining cabinets/units to the side andabove. For this reason, it is essentialthat all cabinets/units are fixed to theground or wall.

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Load-bearing capacity of the nichefloor

To ensure the safe installation of theappliance and to guarantee its correctfunctioning, the floor of the niche wherethe appliance is to be installed must besmooth and even.

It must be made from strong, rigidmaterial.

Because the appliance is extremelyheavy when fully loaded, it is essentialthat the floor it stands on is able to bearits weight. If necessary, seek the adviceof an architect or construction expert.

When fully loaded, the approx. weightof the appliance is:

KF 2981 Vi 518 kg

Ventilation

Risk of fire and damage due toinsufficient ventilation.If the refrigeration appliance is notventilated sufficiently, thecompressor will run more frequentlyand for longer periods. This will result in increased energyconsumption and a higher operatingtemperature of the compressor. This,in turn, can result in damage to thecompressor.Please ensure that there is adequateventilation around the appliance.It is essential to observe the requiredventilation gaps. The ventilation gapsmust not be covered or blocked inany way.

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Side-by-side units

This appliance can be installed side byside with another refrigerationappliance. The following overview willshow you which side-by-sideinstallation options you have with yourrefrigeration appliance.

Depending on the installationsituation, you may need the side-by-side installation kit (see “Accessories -Optional accessories”).

Instructions for installing appliancesside by side can be found in the side-by-side installation kit installationinstructions.

. . . with partition wall

The wall a between the side-by-siderefrigeration appliances must be atleast 16 mm thick.

If the door hinges of the appliancesare next to each other, you must takeinto account the thickness of thecabinet fronts and door handles sothat the appliance doors do notcollide and become damaged if theyare opened at the same time.

The appliances are secured individuallyin their niche using the suppliedinstallation material.

If the partition wall a is between 16 mmand 160 mm, you will need the sidepanel heater from the side-by-sideinstallation kit to prevent condensationfrom forming and any resulting damage.

When planning installation niches,please note that the niche into whichthe refrigeration appliance with theside panel heater is installed must be4 mm wider (see “Installation –Installation dimensions”).

If the partition wall a is thicker than160 mm, you do not need the side-by-side installation kit, nor the side panelheater.

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. . . without partition wall

If the appliances are to be installed nextto each other without a partition wallbetween them, they will need to bejoined together with the side-by-sideinstallation kit. In addition, you mustinstall the side panel heater to preventcondensation from forming and anyresulting damage.

Specifications for the mainswater connection– Connection to the water supply must

comply with the applicableregulations in the country where theappliance is being installed.All units and systems used to supplywater to the refrigeration appliancemust also comply with the applicableregulations in the respective country.

– The appliance may only beconnected to the water supply by asuitably qualified technician.

– The quality of the water used mustconform to the requirements fordrinking water in the country wherethe refrigeration appliance is beingused.

– Connect the stainless steel hose tothe fresh water supply and avoidconnection to a water supply inwhich the water might stagnate.

– The appliance is only suitable forconnection to a cold water line.

– The water pressure must be between200 kPa and 800 kPa (2 and 8 bar).

– A tap must be provided between thestainless steel hose and the mainswater supply to ensure that the watersupply can be shut off if necessary.

– The tap should be easily accessibleafter the appliance has been built in.

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Installation dimensions

≥ 629 mm

2134 – 2164 mm

915 mm

30 mm

22 mm≥ 244 mm

102 mm ≥ 102 mm≥ 85 mm

Side view

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Dimensions with appliance doors open (opening angle 90°/115°)

915 mm

908 mm

3 mm 3 mm

3 mm

610 mm

453 mm

483 mm502 mm

286 mm

102 mm19 – 38 mm

* The dimensions of the furniture fronts and handles will vary according to theindividual design of the kitchen.

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Dimensions of furniture fronts

≥ 102 – 132 mm

3 mm

1304 mm

2029 mm

722 mm

3 mm

908 mm

452,5 mm 452,5 mm

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Installing the appliance

Before you start

It is essential to read these operatingand installation instructions carefullybefore starting to install theappliance.The refrigeration appliance should beinstalled by a suitably qualified andcompetent installer in accordancewith these operating and installationinstructions. Safe operation of theappliance is only assured if it hasbeen installed and connected inaccordance with these operating andinstallation instructions.

Danger of damage and injurydue to the appliance tipping over!This refrigeration appliance is veryheavy and can tip forwards when thedoor(s) is/are open.Keep the appliance door(s) shut untilthe appliance has been built in andsecured in its housing in accordancewith these operating and installationinstructions.Due to the size and weight of theappliance, installation must becarried out by two people.

Tools required

– Cordless drill

– TX 20 screwdriver

– Hammer drill

– Drill bits in various sizes, dependingon materials

– Hammer

– Open-end spanner

– Ratchet wrench, attachment: 8 mmsocket

– Adhesive tape

– Utility knife

– Pipe wrench

– Spirit level

– Tape measure

– Pencil

– Try square

Other

– Step ladder

– Hand trolley

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Weight of furniture fronts

Before fitting the furniture fronts, makesure that they do not exceed themaximum permitted weight:

Appliance Max.weight ofupperfurniturefronts

Max.weight oflowerfurniturefront

KF 2981 Vi Left 68 kg;right 70 kg

10 kg

Risk of damage due to excessiveweight of furniture fronts.Assembled furniture fronts thatexceed the permissible weight cancause damage to the hinges, whichcan affect the operation of theappliance.Make sure that the permissibleweight of the furniture fronts is notexceeded.

Aligning the installation niche

The installation niche must be carefullyaligned using a spirit level beforeinstalling the appliance. The nichecorners must be at 90° angles to eachother, otherwise the furniture panels willnot sit straight on all four corners of theinstallation niche.

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Checking the installation niche

Check the installation dimensions(see “Installation - Installationdimensions”).

Check the position of the electricalconnection. The length of theelectrical connection cable is 3 m.

The electrical socket must not beconcealed behind the appliance andmust be easily accessible in anemergency.

Check the position of the mains waterconnection. The available length ofthe stainless steel hose is approx.2 m.

The tap must not be concealedbehind the appliance and must beeasily accessible in an emergency.

Check the surroundings for possiblecollisions (see “Installation -Dimensions with the appliance dooropen (opening angle 115°)”).

Install the appliance in a stable, solidinstallation niche, positioned on aneven and level floor.

Also check the installation niche forthe following criteria:

– The side panels of the installationniche must be even.

– The surrounding walls of the nichemust be at least 16 mm thick.

– The surrounding walls must besecurely fixed to the floor or wall.

– Shortened side walls must be at least100 mm thick.

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Before installation

Before installation, remove anyaccessories from the back of theappliance.

Check the appliance for transportdamage.

Do not install a damaged appliance.

Check that all parts at the back of theappliance are unhindered.

To protect the floor when installingthe appliance, secure an off-cut offlooring (e.g. linoleum) or similarmaterial to the floor in front of theinstallation area.

Do not remove the installation aids from the appliance door. These willbe required later when the applianceis installed in the niche.

Danger of damage and injurydue to the appliance tipping over!Note that once you unscrew thebrackets that fix the refrigerationappliance to the pallet, the appliancewill no longer be secured.Due to the size and weight of theappliance, installation must becarried out by two people.

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Unscrew the fixing brackets .

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With the help of several people asrequired, carefully lift the appliancefrom the pallet, starting with the backof the appliance.

Risk of damaging the floor.Moving the refrigeration appliancemay damage your floor.Move the appliance carefully onfloors that are sensitive toscratching.

As soon as you have set the applianceupright, you can move it using therollers on the underside of theappliance.

Preparing the installation niche

Danger of damage and injurydue to the appliance tipping over!This refrigeration appliance is veryheavy and can tip forwards when thedoor is open.The housing unit must be secured tothe wall behind it and/or above itwith several screws. Only this willprevent the appliance from tippingover after being installed.In addition, use the anti-tip bracketsprovided to secure the housing unit.

The parts required for installation ofthe appliance are supplied with theappliance. The plastic bags suppliedare marked with letters for easyidentification.

Please take note of these lettersduring the individual assembly stepsand use the applicable plastic bagwith the required installation material.

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The anti-tip brackets prevent therefrigeration appliance from tipping.

The anti-tip brackets are also used to fixthe housing unit securely to thesurrounding walls.

Use 2 anti-tip brackets for eachindividual appliance or 4 anti-tipbrackets for each (side-by-side)combination of 2 appliances.

Position the anti-tip brackets onthe left and right side of theinstallation niche.

Depending on the subsequentadjustment of the feet, the anti-tipbrackets are positioned 2134–2164 mm from the floor of the niche.

Risk of injury and damage due tothe refrigeration appliance tippingover.If the anti-tip brackets are fixed toohigh, they cannot be used to securethe refrigeration appliance.The height between the anti-tip brackets and the top of therefrigeration appliance must notexceed 8 mm.

Make sure that the gap between therefrigeration appliance‘s rear wall andthe installation niche does not exceed51 mm.

Place a wooden wedge behind theanti-tip brackets if necessary.

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While holding the anti-tip brackets inplace, mark the drill holes on the rearwall of the installation niche.

The accessory pack suppliedcontains fastening screws for variousapplications/materials:

Securing to a concrete wall

Securing to a wooden wall

Securing with a wooden wedge

Secure the housing unit to the wallbehind it and/or above it as requiredusing the anti-tip brackets .

Connect the refrigeration appliance tothe mains water supply (see"Installation - Water connection").

Pushing the appliance into the niche

Push the appliance into the niche,taking care not to damage theelectrical and mains waterconnections.

If you are installing severalrefrigeration appliances side by side,secure the appliances to one anothernow (see the instructions of the side-by-side installation kit).

To ensure that the refrigerationappliance can then be alignedcorrectly, the plinth must be removedfrom the appliance base:

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Carefully guide a flat-headscrewdriver through the grate in theplinth on both sides and use it topush the internal plastic latchesoutwards to release the plinth panel.

Place the plinth to one side.

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Affix an edge protection to theadjacent furniture fronts.

Insert the plug connector at the backof the appliance (see “Installation -Electrical connection”).

Insert the plug into the electricalsocket.

The wall socket should be close tothe appliance and easily accessible.

Risk of damage due to electricaloverload.If the refrigeration appliance iselectrically overloaded, this cancause a short circuit and thusdamage your appliance.When you install appliances side byside, each refrigeration appliancemust have its own separate electricalsocket.

Useful tip: Secure the power cord toprevent it becoming caught: Tie a pieceof string to the middle of the cable andas the appliance is being pushed intothe niche, pull the cable forwardunderneath the appliance.

Carefully push the appliance into theniche.

If the refrigeration appliance cannotbe pushed into the niche (becausethe floor is uneven, for example),unscrew the rear feet slightly (see“Installation - Aligning the appliance”)and slide the appliance into the niche.

Remove the edge protection fromthe adjacent furniture fronts.

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Aligning the appliance

The installation aids on theappliance door provide assistancewith the alignment of the refrigerationappliance in the installation niche.

The installation aids are suitable for afurniture front thickness of 19 mm or38 mm.

Align the appliance with adjacentfurniture fronts as described below.

Furniture front thickness of 19 mm

Furniture front thickness of 38 mm

The front and rear feet are height-adjustable and can all be adjustedfrom the front of the appliance.

Risk of damage due to incorrectadjustment of the feet.The foot adjustment can bedamaged by using an electricscrewdriver.Always adjust the front and rear feetby hand.

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Position the spacers supplied onboth sides at the markings next to theadjustable feet in front of theappliance.

Adjust the rear feet with a ratchet(attachment: 8 mm socket) or a TX 20screwdriver .

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Adjust the front feet with a ratchet(attachment: 8 mm socket) or a TX 20screwdriver .

Useful tip: Proceed carefully whenadjusting the feet, alternating betweenthe left and right feet.

Place a spirit level across theinstallation aids on the appliancedoor to check the appliance’salignment.

Unscrew the feet and on bothsides at least until the marking on thebase has reached the minimumspecified distance of 32 mm on thespacer . The standard dimension of32 mm relates to a niche height of2134 mm.

It is important to adjust the feet to aheight of at least 32 mm in order toensure the ventilation of therefrigeration appliance via the base.

Risk of damage if the feet areadjusted too much.The rear adjustable feet can bedamaged.Unscrew the feet only until themarking on the plinth is aligned to amaximum of 62 mm (max. nicheheight of 2164 mm).

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Check the alignment of the applianceagain using the installation aids and the spirit level.

Securing the appliance in the niche

Screw the lugs of the fixing plate into the cabinets/units above theappliance.

If it is not possible to secure theappliance at the top, it can be attachedto the niche with the side mountingbrackets:

Fold out the side mounting brackets.

Secure the side mounting brackets with the screws provided.

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Open both appliance doors.

Screw the lugs of the mounting plate at the top and bottom to thecabinets/units adjacent to theappliance.

In a side-by-side combination, onlythe external panels of the tworefrigeration appliances can besecured to the adjacent cabinets/units.

Preparing to install the furniturefronts

Open the appliance doors as far asthey will go.

Unscrew the installation aids fromthe appliance doors.

Useful tip: For optimum alignment ofthe furniture fronts, the upper furniturefronts must be fitted first, followed bythe lower furniture front.

The following section describes theinstallation and alignment processfor the upper furniture fronts. Installthe lower furniture front accordingly.

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On both sides, unscrew the anglebars from the upper appliancedoors and keep the angle bars andscrews in a safe place – they will berequired again later.

Close the appliance doors.

Measure the gap X between themounting frame and the upper edgeof the adjacent furniture front.

Remove the nuts and washers from the threaded bolts and storethem in a safe place – they will berequired later.

Take the mounting frame off theappliance doors by removing itupwards.

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Place the furniture front to bemounted on a firm surface with theinside facing upwards (to avoidscratches, place a blanketunderneath).

Mark the distance X -3 mm on theinner side of the furniture front.

Also locate and mark the centrepoint Y on the furniture front.

Position each mounting frame according to the markings on thefurniture front.

Pre-drill the holes.

Screw each mounting frame to thefurniture front: Use at least one screw for eachretaining point on the mountingframe .

Secure the mounting frame to thetop of the furniture front, using atleast 10 screws depending on thesize.

The mounting frames have severaldifferent types of holes to allow for avariety of furniture fronts.

When securing the frame, alwaysscrew into the strongest part of thefurniture front. To do this, selectscrews which are slightly shorter thanthe thickness of the furniture front.

Screw the appliance handles to thefurniture fronts from the inside ifnecessary (not for handle-freekitchens).

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Now insert the angle bars on bothsides as far as they will go into theprovided spaces in the mountingframe .

Securing and aligning the furniturefronts

Open both appliance doors and hangeach furniture front with its mountingframe from the top onto thethreaded bolts .

Press the angle bars into the whiteplastic frame on both sides from theoutside and screw them on loosely atfirst. Spare screws are provided in theplastic bag marked with the letter E.

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Place the spacers on top of thecorners of the furniture front on bothsides.

Close both appliance doors andcheck the distance between thedoors and adjacent furniture fronts.

Also check that the two upperappliance doors are aligned correctlywith one another.

Align the depth of the furniture frontsvia the gaps in the angle bars .

Align the height and sides of thefurniture fronts with the threadedbolts using the TX 20 screwdriver.

Close the appliance doors and checkthe distance between the doors andadjacent furniture fronts again.

Also check again that the two upperappliance doors are aligned correctlyto one another.

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Place the washers and nuts backin position and tighten the nuts .The furniture fronts are now secured.

Tighten the screws in the anglebars .

Open the appliance doors.

Remove the spacers from thefurniture fronts.

The position of the lower furniture frontdepends on the position of the upperfurniture fronts.

Measure the gap Z between themounting frame for the lowerappliance door and the lower edge ofthe furniture front above it.

Maintain a gap of 3 mm to the upperfurniture fronts.

To install the furniture front on thelower appliance door, repeat the stepsstarting from “Preparing to install thefurniture fronts”.

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Fitting the mounting brackets

The mounting brackets are used tofurther secure the furniture fronts to thebottom of the appliance door.

Do not fit the mounting brackets untilthe appliance (or side-by-sidecombination, if applicable) has beeninstalled and the furniture fronts havebeen aligned.

Open the appliance doors as far asthey will go.

Slide each fixing bracket from theoutside onto the screw at the bottomof the appliance door.

Screw the mounting bracket securely to the furniture front.

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Tighten the screw at the bottom ofthe appliance door.

Place the cover on the mountingbracket .

Snap the cover onto the mountingbracket so that it clicks into place.

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Securing the covers

Before the cover can be installedin the gap above the refrigerationappliance, it must be assembled asfollows:

Insert the two parts of the cover intoone another.

Cover viewed from the side

Place the assembled cover intothe gap above the appliance so itclicks into place. While doing so,slide both parts of the cover togetheras required.

Mounting the cover in a side-by-sidecombination

Insert the joining peg (from the side-by-side installation kit) halfway intothe guide in the cover for the left-hand appliance.

Place the second cover onto the pinand press the two covers together.

Place the two covers together in theniche above the appliances until theyclick into place.

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On both the upper and lowerappliance doors, install the plasticcovers to the sides of theappliance door by clicking them intothe gap between the appliance doorand the furniture front, starting at thebottom and working up to the top.

Secure the gap covers on both sidesof the appliance using at least 3 clips.

Now attach the covers onto theclips on each side.With side-by-side combinations, thecovers are only required on the outerside.

Slide the cover onto the lowerappliance door from the inside.

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Fit the cover onto the light contactswitch.

Securing the plinth and base cover

Click the base cover onto thebottom of the appliance base.

Risk of fire and damage due toinsufficient ventilation.If the refrigeration appliance is notventilated sufficiently, thecompressor will run more frequentlyand for longer periods. This will result in increased energyconsumption and a higher operatingtemperature of the compressor. This,in turn, can result in damage to thecompressor.Please ensure that there is adequateventilation around the appliance.It is essential to observe the requiredventilation gaps. The ventilation gapsmust not be covered or blocked inany way.

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If necessary, cut the plinth to therequired length and height (cut alongthe lower edge of the plinth where ittouches the floor).

Secure the bottom of the base coverto the plinth.

Limiting the opening angle of theappliance doors

The door hinges are set at the factory toenable the upper appliance doors to beopened wide.

If the appliance doors hit for examplean adjacent wall when they are opened,you should limit the door opening angleto 90°.

Open the appliance door.

Insert the pins into the lower hingesfrom above.

The opening angle of the appliancedoors is now limited to 90°.

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Water connection

Information about the water supply

Risk of injury and damage due toincorrect connection.Failing to connect the appliancecorrectly can result in personal injuryand/or material damage.The appliance may only beconnected to the water supply by asuitably qualified technician.

Disconnect the refrigerationappliance from the power supplybefore connecting it to the watersupply.Turn off the tap before connectingthe refrigeration appliance to themains water.

Danger to health and propertydue to contaminated water.The quality of the water used mustconform to the requirements fordrinking water in the country wherethe refrigeration appliance is beingused.Connect the refrigeration applianceto the drinking water supply.

This appliance meets the requirementsof IEC 61770 and EN 61770.

Connection to the water supply mustcomply with the applicableregulations in the country where theappliance is being installed. All unitsand systems used to supply water tothe refrigeration appliance must alsocomply with the applicableregulations in the respective country.

The water connection pressure needsto be between 200 kPa and 800 kPa(2 bar and 8 bar).

Risk of damage due to excessivewater pressure.Excessive water pressure in the pipecan cause damage to the appliance.Install a pressure reducing valve ifthe water pressure in the systemexceeds 800 kPa (8 bar).Do not install the system if the waterpressure exceeds 830 kPa (8.3 bar).Contact a plumbing specialist if youare unsure of your water pressure.

Use fresh water to ensure a perfectquality of the ice cubes. Connect thestainless steel hose to the freshwater supply and avoid connectionto a water supply in which the watermight stagnate.

Only use the stainless steel hosesupplied. Old or used hoses mustnot be connected to the appliance.The stainless steel hose must not beshortened, extended or replaced byanother hose.

The stainless steel hose must onlybe replaced by an original Mielespare part. A stainless steel hosewhich is suitable for use withdrinking water is available to orderfrom Miele (see back cover forcontact details).

A tap must be provided between thestainless steel hose and the mainswater supply to ensure that the watersupply can be shut off if necessary.

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The tap should be easily accessibleafter the appliance has been built in.

The stainless steel hose is 2 m long andis already installed on the refrigerationappliance when it is delivered.

Connecting the appliance to themains water supply

By this time, the installation nicheshould already be prepared so that theappliance only needs to be pushed intoit.

When doing so, make sure that thestainless steel hose is not kinked ordamaged.

Position the appliance slightly in frontof the niche.

The stainless steel hose of therefrigeration appliance is ready forconnection.

Connect the stainless steel hose tothe tap.

Ensure that it is screwed into positioncorrectly and watertight.

Turn on the tap slowly and check thewhole water system for leaks.

The appliance can now be installed inthe niche (see “Installation - Installingthe appliance”).

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Electrical connectionAll electrical work should be carried outby a suitably qualified and competentperson in strict accordance with currentlocal and national safety regulations.

The refrigeration appliance must only beconnected using the connection cablesupplied (AC 220–240 V 50/60 Hzsupply).

The fuse rating must be at least 10 A.

The voltage and frequency are given onthe data plate. Please ensure that thesematch the household mains supply.

This appliance must be connected to asuitable switched socket. The electricalinstallation must be in compliance withcurrent local and national safetyregulations.

The socket must not be concealedbehind the appliance and must beeasily accessible so that the appliancecan be quickly disconnected from theelectricity supply in case of anemergency.

If the socket is no longer accessibleafter installation, an additional means ofdisconnection must be provided for allpoles. Suitable means of disconnectioninclude switches with an all-polecontact gap of at least 3 mm. Theseinclude isolator switches, fuses andrelays (EN 60335).

The plug and the power cable must nottouch the rear of the refrigerationappliance as they could be damaged byvibrations from the appliance. Thiscould result in a short circuit.

Nor should other appliances beplugged into a socket located directlybehind this appliance.

Do not connect the appliance to themains electricity supply using anextension lead. Extension leads do notguarantee the required safety of theappliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

Do not connect the appliance to astand-alone inverter such as those usedwith an autonomous energy source, e.g.solar power.When the appliance is switched on,power surges could result in a safetyswitch-off. This could damage theelectronics. The appliance must not be used withso-called energy-saving deviceseither. These reduce the amount ofenergy supplied to the appliance,causing it to overheat.

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Connecting the appliance

Insert the plug connector into theback of the appliance.

Make sure that the plug connector haslocked into position correctly.

Insert the plug of the appliance intothe socket and switch it on.

The appliance is now connected to theelectricity supply.

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Normal energyconsumption

Increased energyconsumption

Installation/Maintenance

In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilatedroom.

Protected from directsunlight.

In direct sunlight.

Not situated near a heatsource (radiator, oven).

Situated near a heat source(radiator, oven).

Where the ideal ambientroom temperature is approx.20 °C.

Where there is a high roomtemperature.

Ventilation gaps keptuncovered and free of dust.

Where the ventilation gapsare covered or dusty.

Temperaturesettings

Refrigerator 4 to 5 °C The lower the temperature inthe appliance, the higher theenergy consumption.

Dry compartment in theMasterFresh zone approx.2 °C.

Freezer section -18 °C

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Normal energyconsumption

Increased energyconsumption

Use The drawers and shelves arearranged as they were whenthe appliance was delivered.

Only open the door whennecessary and for as short atime as possible. Store foodin an organised way.

Frequent opening of thedoor for long periods willcause a loss of coldness.The appliance will try to cooldown, and the compressorwill run for longer periods.

Take a cooler bag whenshopping and load food inthe appliance as quickly aspossible on your returnhome.Replace any food removedas quickly as possible,before it warms up toomuch.Allow hot food and drinks tocool down before placingthem in the appliance.

Hot food or food at roomtemperature raises thetemperature inside theappliance. The appliance willtry to cool down and thecompressor will run forlonger periods.

Store food well packaged orcovered.

The evaporation orcondensation of liquids inthe refrigerator will cause aloss of coldness.

Place frozen food in therefrigerator to defrost.

Do not overfill the applianceto allow air to circulate.

Poor air circulation willcause a loss of coldness.

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a Automatic door opening (Push2open/Pull2open)

b Display

c On/Off switch

d Interior lighting

e Shelves

f Holder for the Active AirClean filters

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i Door pillar with integrated heating (condensation protection)

j Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture regulator for fruit andvegetables

k Low temperature dry compartment for food which goes off quickly withtemperature regulator behind it

l Ice cube maker

m Freezer baskets

n Ice cube container

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Main screen

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a SuperCool display(only visible when the SuperCool function is switched on)

b Temperature display (target temperature) for the fridge zone

c sensorfor setting the temperature

d Display for Miele@home connection status (only visible when Miele@home has been set up)

e SuperFreeze display(only visible when the SuperFreeze function is switched on)

f Temperature display (target temperature) for the freezer zone

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Settings mode In Settings mode, you can select the following appliance functions and alter theirsettings:

Symbol Function

Language Set

Display brightness Adjust (darker to brighter)

Colour scheme Set (black or white)

/ Buzzer tones Adjust the volume or switch off the Buzzer tonescompletely (e.g. for the door alarm)

/ Keypad tone Adjust the volume or switch off the Keypad tonecompletely

°F / °C Temperature unit Set (° Fahrenheit or ° Celsius)

/ Keypad lock Switch on or off (see “Selecting further settings”)

Eco mode Switch on or off (see “Selecting further settings”)

Self test The system restarts and is checked for faults ormalfunctions (see “Selecting further settings”)

Condensationprotection

Switch on or off(see “Selecting further settings”)

Door assistant (Push2open or Pull2open) Switch on or off (see “Selecting further settings”)

Miele@home Set up, deactivate, or query Wi-Fi connectionstatus (see “Selecting further settings”)

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Factory defaultsettings

Reset to factory default settings (see “Selecting further settings”)

Holiday Switch on or off(see “Selecting further settings”)

Dispenser unit Switch the ice cube maker on and off (see “Making ice cubes”)

Sabbath mode Switch on or off (see “Selecting further settings”)

Water filter display Switch on or off or reset (see “Selecting further settings”)

Display ActiveAirClean filter

Switch on or off or reset (see “Selecting further settings”)

Symbols in Settings mode

/ Scroll in Settings mode or select a setting

/ Change a setting (e.g. display brightness)

OK Confirm a setting

Exit the menu level

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Accessories supplied

Appliance plug

Labels for the MasterFresh zone

Each type of food has its owncharacteristics and requires certainstorage conditions.

Dry compartment label

Humidity-controlled compartment label

The two labels supplied for thecompartments in the MasterFresh zonehelp you to choose the rightcompartment for your food to ensureideal storage conditions.

Affix the labels onto the compartmentsin the MasterFresh zone as describedin “Using for the first time - Beforeusing for the first time”.

Active AirClean filters

The Active AirClean filters neutraliseunpleasant odours in the refrigeratorsection and stop odours fromtransferring to the food.

Insert the Active AirClean filterssupplied as described in “Cleaningand care - Replacing the ActiveAirClean filters”.

We recommend replacing the ActiveAirClean filters every 6 months.

Water filter (IntensiveClear meshfilter)

The IntensiveClear mesh filter, which isalready installed in the appliance, filtersthe mains water for making ice cubes.

The IntensiveClear mesh filter doesnot need to be replaced, just cleaned(see “Cleaning and care - Cleaning thewater filter (IntensiveClear meshfilter)”).

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Optional accessoriesA range of useful Miele accessories andcare products is available for yourappliance.

Miele all purpose microfibre cloth

Light soiling and fingerprints onstainless steel fronts, control panelsand furniture can be easily removedwith this microfibre cloth.

Active AirClean filters

For a description see “Accessoriessupplied”.

Stainless steel front panel

Stainless steel front panels provide ahigh-quality exterior design for yourrefrigeration appliance.

Handles and plinth ventilation grilles arealso available in stainless steel look.

Side-by-side installation kit

To install two or more refrigerationappliances next to one another, you willneed the side-by-side installation kit(see “Installation - Side-by-side units”).

Accessories are available from Mieledirectly (see back cover for contactdetails).

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Before using for the first time

Allow the refrigeration appliance tostand for approx. 1 hour beforeconnecting it to the power supply. This will prevent potential functionalproblems with the appliance.

Removing packaging material

Remove all packaging material fromthe inside of the appliance.

Remove all packaging material,including adhesive tape, beforeswitching on the appliance. Theadhesive tape is difficult to removefrom cold surfaces.

Closing the fridge zone doors

Risk of damage if the appliancedoor is closed while the door pillar isopen.If the left fridge zone door is closedwhile the door pillar is open (see“Guide to the appliance”), the doorpillar could get trapped and sustaindamage. There is also a risk ofdamage to the furniture front of theright fridge zone door.Fold back the door pillar before youclose the left fridge zone door.

Cleaning

Please refer to the relevantinstructions in “Cleaning and care”.

Clean the inside of the appliance andthe accessories.

Choosing the right Door assistant (Push2open/Pull2open)

The Door assistant helps you to openthe appliance doors.

You can choose between the two Doorassistants Push2open and Pull2open (see“Selecting further settings - Switchingon the Door assistant ”). The factory default Door assistant isPush2open.

Select the Pull2open Door assistant if yourappliance has furniture fronts withhandles.

Select the Push2open Door assistant if yourappliance has furniture fronts withouthandles.


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Affixing the MasterFresh zone labels

Affix the labels as described belowbefore switching on the refrigerationappliance.

The labels will not stick to a coldsurface. The surface should also befree of dust and grease.

– Humidity-controlled compartmentfor fruit and vegetables

Remove the label from the foil andstick it onto the frame of thehumidity-controlled compartment(see “Guide to the appliance”).

– Dry compartment for food whichdeteriorates quickly

Remove the label from the foil andstick it onto the frame of the drycompartment (see “Guide to theappliance”).

Useful tip: If you are not satisfied withthe positioning of the labels, you caneasily pull them off and stick them onagain. In addition, they can be removedwithout leaving any residue.

Inserting the Active AirClean filters

Your refrigeration appliance is equippedwith 2 Active AirClean filters whichneutralise unpleasant odours in therefrigerator section.

Insert the Active AirClean filterssupplied as described in “Cleaningand care - Replacing the ActiveAirClean filters”.


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Operating the appliance

The touch display can be scratchedby pointed or sharp objects, e.g.pens.Only touch the display with yourfingers. If your fingers are cold, the touchdisplay may not react.

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The sensors underneath thetemperature display can be selecteddirectly by touch; the symbols and textin or above the temperature displaycannot be selected.

Settings mode

In Settings mode , you can selectdifferent functions of the applianceand alter their settings (see “Selectingfurther settings”).

Touch the sensor to open Settingsmode.

Use the and sensors to selectthe function for which you wish toadjust the settings.

Confirm your selection with OK.

Adjust the settings using either the and sensors or the and sensors.


The setting that can currently beselected is highlighted in orange; itcan be confirmed directly with OK.

Touch the sensor if you wish toswitch to the previous menu level orterminate the process.

Every touch of the display isconfirmed by a keypad tone. You canswitch off this keypad tone in Settingsmode .


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Open the appliance door.

Switch the refrigeration appliance onby pressing the On/Off switch.

The On/Off switch is located belowthe display.

The appliance will start to cool, and theinterior lighting will come on when thedoor is opened.

Miele will appear in the display.

When you switch the refrigerationappliance on for the first time, youwill be asked to configure thefollowing settings:

– Set the Language(if you accidentally select thewrong Language, return to Settingsmode and use the symbol tochange the language)

– Set the Temperature unit: °C (degrees Celsius) or °F (degreesFahrenheit)

– Set up Miele@home:

Select Continue if you wish to set upMiele@home now (to do this, followthe instructions in “Selecting furthersettings - Miele@home”).

Select Skip if you would prefer to setup Miele@home later.

Use the and sensors to selectthe required setting and select OK toconfirm your selection.

Touch the sensor if you want toreturn to the previous menu level.

Set-up successful will appear in thedisplay.

Confirm the initial setup with OK.

The main screen will appear in thedisplay (see “Guide to the appliance -Main screen”).

You cannot cancel the initial setupprocess. The only way to terminate theprocess is to switch off therefrigeration appliance, though theprocess will continue when theappliance is switched back on.

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Switching the appliance on Open the appliance door.

Switch the refrigeration appliance onby pressing the On/Off switch.

The appliance will start to cool and theinterior lighting will come on when thedoor is opened.

Miele will appear in the display, followedby the main screen.

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The message Freezer temperature toohigh. Max. temperature °C will appear inthe display when the appliance isswitched on for the first time and untilthe selected temperature has beenreached in the freezer zone.

An alarm sounds.

Confirm the message with OK.

The message will disappear from thedisplay and the alarm will stop.

However, the message may reappear inthe display after a short time.

As soon as the selected temperaturehas been reached in the freezer zone,the message will disappear completelyfrom the display and the alarm will stop.

To enable the temperature to getsufficiently cold inside the appliance,allow the appliance to run for a fewhours before placing food in it. Donot place food in the freezer zoneuntil the temperature has dropped toat least -18 °C.

Switching off the appliance

Turn the appliance off by pressing theOn/Off switch.

The cooling and interior lighting areswitched off.

Please note: The refrigerationappliance is not disconnected fromthe power supply when it is switchedoff with the On/Off switch.

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Switching off for longerperiods of timeIf the appliance is not going to be usedfor a longer period of time, e.g. whilston holiday:

Switch the appliance off.

Disconnect the appliance from themains. Switch off at the wall andwithdraw the plug from the socket, orswitch off the mains circuit breaker.

Risk of damage due to frozenwater intake pipe.If the water supply is turned off whilethe ice cube maker is still inoperation, the water intake pipe mayfreeze.Switch the ice cube maker off if thewater supply is to be interrupted (e.g.during holidays).

Turn off the tap of the water supply(approx. 3 hours before switching offthe refrigeration appliance to avoidthe build-up of mould caused bystagnant water).

Empty the ice cube container.

Clean the refrigeration appliance.

Clean the water filter.

Leave the doors ajar to air theappliance and to prevent odoursbuilding up.

If, during a long absence, theappliance is switched off but notcleaned and the door(s) left shut,there is a risk of mould forminginside the appliance.It is essential to clean the appliance.

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In Settings mode , you can selectdifferent functions of the refrigerationappliance and alter their settings,allowing you to adjust the appliance tosuit your requirements.

Only the functions in Settings mode that require further explanation aredescribed below.

The door alarm and other warningsare automatically disabled when theappliance is in Settings mode .

Switching the Keypad lock / on or offSwitch on the Keypad lock if you wish toprotect your appliance from unwantedtemperature changes or otherunintentional adjustments in Settingsmode .

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Keypad lockand touch OK to confirm yourselection.

Use the and sensors to switchthe sensor lock On or Off and selectOK to confirm your selection.

The sensor lock will not be activateduntil you close the appliance door.

Nothing will appear in the display toindicate that the sensor lock is switchedon.

The message Press OK for 6 seconds tounlock will appear in the display if youselect a sensor while the sensor lock isswitched on.

Follow the instructions in the display.

The display is unlocked briefly so youcan adjust settings as required. Closingthe appliance door will reactivate thesensor lock.


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Switching Eco mode on oroffEco mode is useful when going on aholiday, for example, if you do not wishto switch off the appliance completelyor do not need a high degree of cooling.Energy consumption in Eco mode islower than in normal operation.

The fridge zone is regulated to atemperature of 6 °C and thetemperature in the dry compartment inthe MasterFresh zone increases toapprox. 3 °C.

The freezer zone is regulated to atemperature of -16 °C.

Ice production is deactivated for aslong as Eco mode mode is switched on.

If the SuperCool or SuperFreeze function is switched on, these will beautomatically switched off when Ecomode is selected.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Eco modeand select OK to confirm yourselection.

Use the and sensors to switchEco mode On or Off and confirm yourselection with OK.

Only the changed temperatures in thedisplay indicate that Eco mode isswitched on.

Useful tip: You can also switch off theEco mode function by directly adjustingthe temperature (see “The correcttemperature - Setting the temperature”).

Health risk due to consumptionof spoiled food.The shelf life and quality of food inthe freezer zone may deteriorate ifthe temperature remains above-18 °C for an extended period.Only ever switch on the Eco modefunction for a limited period.When switching to Eco mode, ensurethat the food in the freezer zone isalready properly frozen.Do not freeze any new food while theEco mode function is switched on.

The food in the fridge zone will alsodeteriorate faster when Eco mode isswitched on and the temperatureremains at 6 °C for an extendedperiod. Only switch on Eco mode fora limited time and do not storetemperature-sensitive foods whichdeteriorate quickly such as fish, meatand dairy products during this time.


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Carrying out a Self test Perform a Self test if you feel that yourrefrigeration appliance is not functioningproperly and needs to be checked forany malfunctions.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Self test andtouch OK to confirm your selection.

Touch the sensor if you wish toterminate the process.

The Self test starts and the appliance ischecked for any faults or malfunctions.

– If the Self test does not detect anyfaults or malfunctions, the display willshow the message System restart.

– If the Self test does discover anyfaults or malfunctions, they areindicated as error messages in thedisplay.

An alarm tone also sounds.

If you find the alarm disruptive, youcan switch it off early by touching the sensor.

Make a note of the error message(s)displayed.

Contact customer service and informthem of the error message(s) in thedisplay.


System restart will appear in the display.

The appliance will briefly switch off andthen back on automatically.

Self test completed will appear in thedisplay.


The main screen will appear in thedisplay.


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Switching Condensationprotection on and offThe door pillar of the upper leftappliance door (see “Guide to theappliance”) features integrated heating.

Switch the heating on if you noticecondensation on the door pillarbetween the fridge zone doors or on thedoor seals.

Please note that energy consumptionincreases slightly whenthe Condensation protection is switchedon.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Condensationprotection and select OK to confirmyour selection.

Touch the sensor if you wish toterminate the process.

Use the and sensors to selectOn or Off and confirm your selectionwith OK.

Switching on the Doorassistant You can choose between the two Doorassistants Push2open and Pull2open. The factory default Door assistant isPush2open.

The Push2open Door assistant issuitable for furniture fronts withouthandles. The door will openautomatically when you gently pressagainst it.

The Pull2open Door assistant is suitablefor furniture fronts with handles. Theappliance door can be opened easilyand with little effort.

Risk of damage if the appliancedoor is closed prematurely.When the Door assistant is switchedon, repeatedly closing the appliancedoor early can lead to damage ormalfunctions.Refrain from holding onto or closingthe appliance door while theautomatic door opening is stillextended. If you have closed theappliance door despite this, leave itclosed for 5 minutes. The automaticdoor opening will reset itself.

You can switch on the Door assistantseparately for the fridge zone or thefreezer zone only. Use the and sensors to select the required zoneand confirm your selection with OK.


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Please note that the Door assistantcan only be used to control the rightfridge zone door.

If the Push2open function is activatedwith a handle-free furniture front, theright fridge zone door must be openedfirst before the left door can beopened.

Switching on Push2open

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Door assistantand touch OK to confirm yourselection.

Use the and sensors to selectMode and confirm your selection withOK.

Use the and sensors to selectPush2open and confirm your selectionwith OK.

Touch the sensor to return to theprevious menu level.

– Adjusting the intensity

You can also adjust the intensity of thePush2open function. The lower theintensity, the less force is required whenyou push against the appliance door.


Use the and sensors toselect Intensity and touch OK toconfirm your selection.

Use the and sensors to selectthe desired intensity (Low, Medium,High) and select OK to confirm yourselection.


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- Adjusting the duration of theAutoClose function

You can also adjust the duration forhow long the appliance door will remainopen until it closes automatically.


Use the and sensors toselect AutoClose and touch OK toconfirm your selection.

Use the and sensors to selectthe duration (5 to 30 seconds) andconfirm your selection with OK.

To protect against unintentionalopening: If you do not pull theappliance door open, it will closeagain by itself after the durationdefined by you.

Switching on the Pull2open



Use the and sensors to selectPull2open and confirm your selectionwith OK.


– Adjusting the intensity

You can also adjust the intensity of thePull2open function. The lower theintensity, the less force is required whenyou pull the appliance door open.


Use the and sensors toselect Intensity and touch OK toconfirm your selection.

Use the and sensors to selectthe desired intensity (Low, Medium,High) and touch OK to confirm yourselection.

Switching off the Doorassistant In Settings mode , use the

and sensors to select Door assistantand confirm your selection with OK.


Use the and sensors to selectOff and confirm your selection withOK.



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Miele@home

Your appliance is equipped with anintegrated Wi-Fi module.

Networking is deactivated at thefactory.

In order to use it, you will need:

– a Wi-Fi network

– the Miele@mobile App

– a Miele user account. The useraccount can be created via theMiele@mobile App.

The Miele@mobile App will guide youas you connect your appliance to yourhome Wi-Fi network.

Once the refrigeration appliance isconnected to your Wi-Fi network, youcan use the App to carry out thefollowing activities, for example:

– Call up information on the operatingstatus of your refrigeration appliance

– Change the settings on yourrefrigeration appliance

Connecting your refrigeration applianceunit to your Wi-Fi network will increaseenergy consumption, even when theappliance is switched off.

Make sure that the signal of your Wi-Fi network is sufficiently strong in thearea where you want to set up yourrefrigeration appliance.

Availability of the Wi-Fi connection

The Wi-Fi connection shares afrequency range with other appliances(including microwave ovens and remotecontrol toys). This may result insporadic or even complete connectionfailures. Therefore, a constantavailability of featured functions cannotbe guaranteed.

Miele@home availability

The ability to use the Miele@mobile Appdepends on the availability of theMiele@home service in your country.

The Miele@home service is notavailable in every country.

For information about availability,please visit www.miele.com.

Miele@mobile App

You can download the Miele@mobileApp from the Apple App Store® or theGoogle Play Store™ free of charge (onlyfunctional in selected countries).


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Connecting your appliance via theMiele@mobile App

You will also require the following to login:

– the password to your Wi-Fi network

– the password of the refrigerationappliance

Your appliance's password is its serialnumber, which can be found on thedata plate.

The data plate is located inside theappliance.

If your serial number is “7800001”, forexample, your password will be“78000001”.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Miele@homeand touch OK to confirm yourselection.

Set up appears in the display.


Use the and sensors to select viathe App and confirm your selectionwith OK.

Open the Miele@mobile App andfollow the instructions in the App.

As soon as your appliance has beenintegrated into your Wi-Fi network viathe App, the message Connectionsuccessful will appear in yourappliance's display.

Confirm the process with OK again.

If the Wi-Fi connection is active, willappear in the display.


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Connecting your appliance via WPS

Your router must be equipped with theWPS function for this connectionoption.


Set up appears in the display.


Use the and sensors to select viaWPS and confirm your selection withOK.

Now follow the instructions in thedisplay.

Confirm the process with OK.

To be able to use the Miele@homefunctions, you also have to registeryour appliance in the App.

As soon as your refrigerationappliance has been integrated intoyour home network via WPS, themessage Connection successful willappear in the display.

Confirm the process with OK again.


Deactivating Miele@home


Use the and sensors to selectDeactivate and confirm your selectionwith OK.

Deactivation successful will appear in thedisplay.


Your refrigeration appliance is nowdisconnected from your Wi-Fi network.

The symbol will go out in the display.

Activating Miele@home

If you have previously activatedMiele@home and then deactivated theconnection, you can reactivate theconnection.


Use the and sensors to selectActivate and confirm your selectionwith OK.

Activation successful will appear in thedisplay.




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Checking the Wi-Fi connection status


Use the and sensors to selectConnection status and confirm yourselection with OK.

Information about the Wi-Fi connectionstatus will appear in the display:

– connected: strong connection

– connected: average connection

– connected: weak connection

– : no connection

Setting up Miele@home again

If you have changed your Wi-Finetwork, you can set up Miele@homeagain for your appliance.


Use the and sensors to selectSet up again and confirm yourselection with OK.

Reset configuration? will appear in thedisplay.

Use the and sensors to selectYes or No and confirm your selectionwith OK.

Resetting the network configuration

Reset the appliance's settings to thefactory settings when disposing ofyour refrigeration appliance, selling itor putting a used refrigerationappliance into operation. This willreset the network configuration so thatall personal data is deleted from therefrigeration appliance. This will alsoensure that, in the case of the latter, aprevious owner is no longer able toaccess the appliance.

Reset the settings of the refrigerationappliance as described in the chapter“Resetting the settings to their factorydefault settings ”.


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Switching off Demo mode

Demo mode allows the appliance tobe presented in a showroom withoutthe cooling system being switchedon. Do not activate this setting fordomestic use.

If Demo mode has been switched onat the factory, will show in thedisplay.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Demo modeand touch OK to confirm yourselection.

Press OK for 4 seconds to deactivate willappear in the display.

Follow the instructions in the display.

The countdown Demo mode willdeactivate in seconds will appear in thedisplay.

Demo mode deactivated. Appliance coolingswitched on will appear in the display.


The main screen will appear in thedisplay.


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Resetting the settings to their factory default settings

You can reset the appliance's settings to their default settings.

Reset the appliance's settings to the factory settings when disposing of yourrefrigeration appliance, selling it or putting a used refrigeration appliance intooperation. This will reset the network configuration so that all personal data isdeleted from the refrigeration appliance. This will also ensure that, in the case ofthe latter, a previous owner is no longer able to access the appliance.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Factory default settingsand touch OK to confirm your selection.

Use the and sensors to select Reset and confirm your selection with OK.

After a short while, Settings reset will appear in the display.


The initial setup process restarts (see “Using for the first time - Before using for thefirst time”).

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Function Factory default setting

Language English

Display brightness middle value (4 of 7 segments)

Colour scheme black

/ Buzzer tones middle value (4 of 7 segments)

/ Keypad tone middle value (4 of 7 segments)

°C/°F Temperature unit ° Celsius

/ Keypad lock switched off

Eco mode switched off

Condensation protection switched off

Door assistant Push2open

Miele@home switched off

Holiday switched off

Dispenser unit switched on

Sabbath mode switched off

Water filter display switched on

Display Active AirClean filter switched on

Temperature in the fridgezone

4 °C

Temperature in the drycompartment

2 °C

Temperature in the freezerzone

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Switching Holiday mode onor offHoliday mode is useful when going on aholiday, for example, if you do not wishto switch off the fridge zone completelyor do not need a high degree of cooling.

Food which does not go off quickly canbe stored in the fridge zone for sometime at this moderate temperature, andenergy consumption is lower than innormal operation. This also prevents the build-up ofodours and mould which can occur ifthe fridge zone is switched off and thedoor is closed.

The fridge zone is regulated at atemperature of 14 °C, remaining inoperation whilst also saving energy.

If the SuperCool function is switchedon, this will be switched off whenHoliday mode is selected.

Please note that the temperature inthe dry compartment in theMasterFresh zone also increasesaccordingly when Holiday mode isswitched on.

The freezer zone remains switched onat the previously set temperature, andthe SuperFreeze function can still beselected.

Ice cube production is deactivated foras long as Holiday mode is switched on.

Health risk due to consumptionof spoiled food.The shelf life and quality of food inthe fridge zone may deteriorate if thetemperature remains above 4 °C foran extended period.Only ever switch on the Holiday modefor a limited period.Do not store any temperature-sensitive food which goes off easilysuch as fruit, vegetables, fish, meatand dairy products during this time.

Switching Holiday mode on

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Holiday modeand touch OK to confirm yourselection.

Use the and sensors to selectOn and confirm your selection withOK.

14 °C is now displayed in thetemperature display for the fridge zoneand the interior lighting in the fridgezone goes out.

The symbol appears in thetemperature display for the fridge zone.


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Switching Holiday mode off

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Holiday modeand touch OK to confirm yourselection.


In the temperature display for the fridgezone, the previously set temperatureappears again, and the interior lightingin the fridge zone switches on again.

The symbol disappears from thetemperature display for the fridge zone.

Switching Sabbath mode onor offThe refrigeration appliance has aSabbath mode to support the observanceof religious customs.

When Sabbath mode is switched on,you cannot configure any settings onyour refrigeration appliance.

Ensure that the appliance door isproperly closed, as visual and audiblealarms are switched off in Sabbathmode.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Sabbath modeand touch OK to confirm yourselection.

Use the and sensors to selectOn or Off and confirm your selectionwith OK.

When Sabbath mode is switched on, will appear in the display and thedisplay brightness will be reduced (thedisplay does not change when theappliance door is closed).

When Sabbath mode is switched on,the following functions are switched off:

– the Door assistant(with furniture fronts without handles,the appliance door will have to bepulled from the bottom or side)

– the lighting

– all acoustic and visual signals

– the temperature display

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– the SuperFreeze function (if previously switched on)

– the ice cube maker (if previously switched on)

You can still select:

– the sensor for Settings mode sothat Sabbath mode can be switchedoff.

The Sabbath mode function will switchitself off automatically after approx.125 hours.

Health risk due to consumptionof spoiled food.As a power cut during Sabbathmode is not indicated, frozen goodsmay thaw or defrost. This shortensthe shelf life of the food.Check the quality of the food.Check whether the frozen food hasstarted to defrost. If it has, checkthat the food is safe to use and if itis, use it as soon as possible or cookit before freezing it again.

Switching on, switching off, orresetting the Water filterdisplay Depending on the quantity of ice cubesproduced, the Water filter display willremind you approx. every 6 months thatthe water filter needs to be cleaned.Clean the water filter will appear in thedisplay.

See “Cleaning and care - Cleaning thewater filter (IntensiveClear mesh filter)”for information on how to clean theIntensiveClear water filter.

The first time the water filter needs tobe cleaned, the display will remind youautomatically; the reminder does notneed to be switched on separately.


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Switching on the Water filter display

If the Water filter display has beenswitched off, it must be switched onagain if required.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Water filterdisplay and select OK to confirm yourselection.


The Water filter display has been switchedon.

Switching off the Water filter display



The Water filter display has been switchedoff.

Resetting the Water filter display

After you have cleaned the water filter,you must reset the Water filter display sothat it will be displayed automaticallyagain after approx. 6 months.

If you do not reset the reminder, it willappear again and again.


Use the and sensors to selectReset and confirm your selection withOK.

The Clean the water filter messagedisappears from the display.

The Water filter display has beenactivated for the next time the waterfilter requires cleaning.


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Switching on, switching off, orresetting the Display ActiveAirClean filter The Display Active AirClean filter willremind you approx. every 6 months thatthe Active AirClean filters need to bereplaced. Change Active AirClean filterappears in the display.

See “Cleaning and care - Replacing theActive AirClean filters” for instructionson how to replace the Active AirCleanfilters.

The first time the Active AirClean filtersneed to be replaced, the display willremind you automatically; thereminder does not need to beswitched on separately.

Switching on the Display ActiveAirClean filter

If the Display Active AirClean filter hasbeen switched off, it must be switchedon again if required.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Display ActiveAirClean filter and touch OK to confirmyour selection.


The Display Active AirClean filter has beenswitched on.

Switching off the Display ActiveAirClean filter

If you do not require the Display ActiveAirClean filter, you can switch it off.



The Display Active AirClean filter has beenswitched off.


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Resetting the Display Active AirCleanfilter

After you have replaced the ActiveAirClean filters, you must reset theDisplay Active AirClean filter so that it willbe displayed again automatically after6 months.

If you do not reset the reminder, it willappear again and again.


Use the and sensors to selectReset and confirm your selection withOK.

The Change Active AirClean filter messagedisappears from the display.

The Display Active AirClean filter to replacethe Active AirClean filters has beenactivated.

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It is very important to set the correcttemperature for storing food in theappliance. Bacteria will cause foodwhich is not stored at the correcttemperature to deteriorate rapidly.Temperature influences the growth rateof these microorganisms. Reducing thetemperature reduces their growth rate.

The temperature in the appliance willrise:

– The more often the door is openedand the longer it is kept open.

– The more food is stored in it.

– The warmer the food is which isbeing put into it.

– The higher the ambient temperatureof the refrigeration appliance. Theappliance is designed for use withinspecific ambient temperatures(climate range). Do not use it inambient temperatures for which it isnot designed.

... in the fridge zone and in theMasterFresh zoneWe recommend a temperature of 4 °Cin the fridge zone.

The temperature in the drycompartment of the MasterFresh zoneis regulated automatically and ismaintained at approx. 2 °C at a fridgezone temperature of 4 °C.

Please note that if the temperature inthe fridge zone is any warmer, thetemperature in the dry compartment ofthe MasterFresh zone will rise as well.

This is also the case if you switch onthe Eco mode and Holiday modefunctions, for example.

Automatic temperature distribution(DynaCool)

The fan switches on automatically whenthe cooling system for the refrigeratorswitches on. It distributes thetemperature in the appliance to all areasmore evenly so that all the food ischilled to about the same degree.


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... in the freezer zoneTo freeze fresh food and to store frozenfood for long periods, a temperature of-18 °C is required. At this temperaturethe growth of micro-organisms isgenerally halted. As soon as thetemperature rises above -10 °C, thebacteria become active in the foodagain so it cannot be kept as long. Forthis reason, partially defrosted ordefrosted food must not be refrozen.Food may be refrozen once it has beencooked, as the high temperaturesachieved when cooking destroy mostbacteria.

Setting the temperature Touch the sensor for setting the

temperature.

The previously set temperatures of thefridge and freezer zones are displayed.

Use the and sensors to selectthe temperature zone for which youwant to adjust the temperature andtouch OK to confirm your selection.

Use the and sensors to set thetemperature. Keeping your finger onthe sensor changes the temperaturecontinuously.

Confirm the temperature settingwith OK or wait approx. 8 secondsafter the last touch of a sensor. Thetemperature will then be adoptedautomatically.

Useful tip: The newly set temperaturecan also be confirmed and adopted byclosing the appliance door.

The temperature display always showsthe required temperature.

If you have adjusted the temperature,wait for approx. 6 hours if theappliance is not very full and forapprox. 24 hours if the appliance isfull before checking the temperaturedisplay. It will take this long for therequired temperature to be reached.

If, after this time, the temperature isstill too high or too low, adjust itagain.

Adjusting the temperature in the drycompartment of the MasterFreshzone

The temperature in the drycompartment of the MasterFresh zoneis maintained at approx. 2 °C.

However, if you would like it to becolder, e.g. when storing fish, you canadjust the temperature in the drycompartment to make it slightly lower:

Open the upper appliance door.

Fully remove the dry compartment(see “Adjusting the interior fittings -Removing compartments in the fridgezone”) or pull it out as far it will go.

There is a temperature regulator on therear wall of the fridge zone. You can usethis to adjust the temperature in the drycompartment slightly.

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To set the temperature regulator tothe “colder” position, pull itdownwards by the handle.

The temperature in the drycompartment of the MasterFresh zonewill drop permanently to just above0 °C.

Temperature range

The temperature can be adjusted:

– in the fridge zone from 2 °C to 8 °C

– in the freezer zone from -14 °C to-24 °C

The ambient temperature in the roomand the installation location canaffect the time it takes for theappliance to reach the lowesttemperature.If the ambient temperature is toohigh, the appliance may not reachthe lowest temperature.

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SuperCool function The SuperCool function can be used torapidly reduce the temperature in therefrigerator section to its lowest setting(depending on the room temperature).

SuperCool is particularly recommendedfor the rapid chilling of large amounts offresh food or drinks.

Switching on SuperCool

Touch the sensor for setting thetemperature.

Use the and sensors to selectthe temperature display of the fridgezone and confirm your selection withOK.

Touch the sensor to switch theSuperCool function on.

The symbol will be highlighted incolour and the newly set temperaturevalue of 2 °C will appear in the display.

Confirm the setting with OK or waitapprox. 8 seconds after the last touchof the sensor. The setting will then beautomatically adopted.

The symbol will light up in thetemperature display for the fridge zone.

The appliance will run at maximumpower.

Switching off SuperCool


Use the and sensors to selectthe temperature display of the fridgezone and confirm your selection withOK.

The symbol will be highlighted incolour and the temperature value of2 °C will appear in the display.

Touch the sensor to switch theSuperCool function off.

The symbol is no longer highlightedin colour and the previous temperaturesetting appears again in the display.


The symbol will disappear from thetemperature display for the fridge zone.

The refrigeration appliance will run atnormal power again.

If you do not switch off the SuperCoolfunction, it will turn itself offautomatically after approx. 6 hours. Theappliance will then run at normal poweragain.

Useful tip: To save energy, theSuperCool function should be switchedoff once food and drinks are sufficientlychilled.


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SuperFreeze function For best results, switch on theSuperFreeze function before puttingfresh food into the freezer.

This helps food to freeze quickly andretain its nutrients, vitamins, flavoursand appearance.

Exceptions:

– When placing food in the freezer thatis already frozen.

– If you only freeze up to 2 kg freshfood daily.

Switching on SuperFreeze

The SuperFreeze function should beswitched on 4–6 hours before placingfood in the freezer. When freezing themaximum amount of food theSuperFreeze function should beswitched on 24 hours beforehand.


Use the and sensors to selectthe temperature display of the freezerzone and touch OK to confirm yourselection.

Touch the sensor to switch theSuperFreeze function on.

The symbol will be highlighted incolour and the newly set temperaturevalue of -30 °C will appear in thedisplay.


The symbol will appear in thetemperature display for the freezerzone.

The appliance will run at maximumpower.

Switching off SuperFreeze


Use the and sensors to selectthe temperature display of the freezerzone and touch OK to confirm yourselection.

The symbol will be highlighted incolour and the temperature value of-30 °C is shown in the display.

Touch the sensor to switch theSuperFreeze function off.

The symbol is no longer highlightedin colour and the previous temperaturesetting appears again in the display.


The symbol will disappear from thetemperature display for the freezerzone.

The refrigeration appliance will run atnormal power again.

If you do not turn off the SuperFreezefunction, it will turn itself offautomatically after approx. 54 hours.The quantity of fresh food placed in thefreezer will determine the time beforeSuperFreeze switches off. The appliance will then run at normalpower again.


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Useful tip: To save energy, you shouldmanually switch the SuperFreezefunction off once the freezer zonereaches a constant temperature of-18 °C or colder. Check the temperaturein the freezer zone.

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The appliance has been fitted with awarning system which ensures that thetemperature in the freezer zone cannotrise unnoticed and to avoid energybeing wasted if a door is left open.

Temperature alarmThe Freezer temperature too high. Max.temperature °C message appears in thedisplay if the temperature in the freezerzone becomes too warm. An alarm also sounds.

The temperature display shows thehighest value that occurred during thetemperature rise.

The acoustic and visual signals aretriggered, for example:

– when the refrigeration appliance isswitched on and the temperature inthe appliance differs greatly from theset temperature

– if a lot of room air enters the freezeras food is being loaded, rearrangedor taken out

– when freezing large amounts of foodat once

– when you freeze fresh food that is stillwarm

– after a power cut.

The alarm will stop and the message inthe display will go out as soon as thereason for the alarm has been resolved.

Health risk due to consumptionof spoiled food.If the temperature in the freezerremains above -18 °C for a longtime, the frozen goods may start todefrost. This shortens the shelf life ofthe food.Check whether the frozen food hasstarted to defrost. If it has, checkthat the food is safe to use and if itis, use it as soon as possible or cookit before freezing it again.

Switching the temperature alarm offearly

Before you switch the temperaturealarm off, you must determine thecause and rectify it.

You can switch the alarm off early if youwish.

Touch the OK sensor.

The alarm will stop and the messagewill disappear from the display.

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Door alarmThe alarm will sound if a door is leftopen for more than 2 minutes.In addition, the Close the door messagewill appear in the display.

As soon as the open door is closed, thealarm will stop and the message in thedisplay will go out.

Switching the door alarm off early

You can switch the alarm off early if youwish.

Touch the OK sensor.

The alarm will stop and the messagewill disappear from the display.

The alarm will sound again and themessage will reappear in the displayafter a while if the open door has notbeen closed.

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Moving the shelves in theappliance door

Only move the shelves in the doorwhen they are empty.

The door shelves can be moved whenloading and unloading and for cleaning,or they can be removed completely:

Hold the shelf on the frame with bothhands and lift it slightly so that it canbe lifted over the guide on both sideswith the catches.

Remove the shelf or replace it in therequired position with the catches inthe guides at the same height.

Make sure that you refit the shelfstraight.

Useful tip: For the purposes of loadingand unloading or cleaning, the clip-incontainers in the shelves can beremoved from their holders completely.

Moving the adjustable shelvesIf necessary, the adjustable shelves canbe removed or their height can beadjusted:

Hold the shelf on both sides and raiseit slightly so that it can be lifted withthe catches over the guide at theback.

Pull the shelf forwards.

Remove the shelf or replace it in therequired position in the guide with thecatches.

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Removing the hanging drawerThe hanging drawer can be moved tothe left or right if required.

To clean the hanging drawer, remove itas follows:

Pull the hanging drawer straight outto lift it over the pull-out stops onboth sides.

To reinsert the hanging drawer, pushit straight into the guide.

Moving the hanging drawer

The hanging drawer can be fixed underany shelf in the refrigerator section.

Pull the hanging drawer out.

To remove the holder for the hangingdrawer, press against the retainers onboth sides of the holder from the rearand pull the holder downwardsdiagonally from the frame.

To replace the holder, press againstthe retainers on both sides of theholder from the rear and clamp it intothe gap on the frame from below.

Refit the hanging drawer.

Useful tip: Alternatively, the hangingdrawer can be moved by swapping theshelves over.


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Removing compartments fromthe refrigerator sectionThe compartments in the refrigeratorsection sit on telescopic runners andcan be removed for filling, emptying, orcleaning:

Pull the compartment out a little bit.

Using both hands, grasp thecompartment frame from below andpush the compartment downwardsso that the rear end disengages andlifts upwards.

Pull the compartment forwards toremove it.

Push the telescopic runners back into avoid damaging them.

Be careful not to wash out thespecial lubricant in the telescopicrunners during cleaning.Wipe the telescopic runners with adamp cloth to clean them.

To reinsert the compartment, positionit on the telescopic runners so that itclicks into place.

Removing the freezer basketsThe freezer baskets can also beremoved if necessary (e.g. for cleaning).

Open the lower appliance door aswide as possible.

Pull the freezer basket out as far as itwill go.

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Raise the snap fastening on bothsides, unclip, and carefully lift thebasket out.

To replace it, pull the telescopicrunners out as far as they will go.

Place the freezer basket back in.

Slide the basket all the way back inuntil it engages in the snap fastening.


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Removing the dividing panel (depending on model)

The dividing panel in the freezer basketcan be removed for cleaning:

The dividing panel is secured to thefreezer basket with brackets.

Pull the freezer basket out as far as itwill go.

To release the brackets, use asuitable object to turn the slots in thepegs to a horizontal position (1.).

Remove the pegs from thebrackets (2.).

Pull the dividing panel upwards toremove it.

To reinsert the dividing panel, placethe brackets in an upright positionand position the dividing panel ontothe brackets so that you hear it clickinto place.

Insert the pegs into the brackets anduse a suitable object to turn the slotsin the pegs into a vertical position.

Push the freezer basket all the wayback in.

Removing the ice cubecontainerThe ice cube container can be removedfor cleaning.

Open the lower appliance door aswide as possible.

Tilt the ice cube container forwardsand pull it up and out to remove it.

Ice cube production does not stopwhen the ice cube container hasbeen removed. Ice cubes can fallinto the freezer basket underneath.Only remove the ice cube containerfor a short time, if possible, or switchoff the ice cube maker beforehand(see “Making ice cubes - Switchingthe ice cube maker off”).

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Different storage zonesDue to the natural air circulation thereare different temperature zones in therefrigerator.

Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowestsection of the appliance. Make use ofthe different zones when placing food inthe appliance.

Useful tip: To allow air to circulateefficiently, do not pack food too closelytogether in the refrigerator.

If there is insufficient air circulation,the cooling performance willdecrease and energy consumptionwill increase.Do not cover the fan in the rear wallof the appliance.

Useful tip: Do not store food in such away that it touches the rear wall of therefrigerator. It may freeze to the backwall.

This appliance has DynaCool, whichhelps to keep an even temperaturewhen the fan is running. WhenDynaCool is operating, the differencebetween the various zones is lesspronounced.

Warmest area

The warmest area is located in the topsection of the main storage area andthe door. Use this for storing butter sothat it remains spreadable and forcheese so that it retains its flavour.

Coldest area

The coldest area in the fridge zone isdirectly above the MasterFresh zoneand at the back of the appliance. Thetemperature in the dry compartment ofthe MasterFresh zone is even colder.

Use this area in the fridge zone and thedry compartment of the MasterFreshzone for all delicate and highlyperishable food, e.g.:

– fish, meat, poultry

– sausage products, ready meals

– dishes or baked goods containingeggs or cream

– fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza orquiche dough

– soft cheese and other dairy products

– pre-packed vegetables and otherfresh food with a label stating itshould be kept at a temperature of nohigher than 4 °C.

Useful tip: This compartment is idealespecially for homemade meals, as thegrowth of existing microorganisms isgreatly reduced.

Food which is not suitable forstorage in the refrigeratorNot all food is suitable for refrigerationat temperatures below 5 °C because itis sensitive to cold. Depending on the

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type of food, the appearance,consistency, flavour and/or vitamincontent may be altered if stored at toocold a temperature.

Foods which are sensitive to coldinclude:

– Pineapples, avocados, bananas,pomegranates, mangoes, melons,papayas, passionfruit, citrus fruitssuch as lemons, oranges,mandarines, grapefruits

– Fruit which is not yet ripe

– Eggplants, cucumbers, potatoes,capsicums, tomatoes, zucchini

– Hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan,mountain cheese

Notes on buying foodThe freshness of the food when it is firstplaced in the appliance is the mostimportant factor for how long it staysfresh. Freshness is essential for a longshelf life.Take into account the use-by date andthe correct storage temperature.Time out of the refrigerator, e.g.transporting food in a warm car, shouldbe kept to a minimum.

Useful tip: Take a cooling bag whenshopping, and load food in theappliance as soon as possible.

Storing food correctlyEnsure that food stored in therefrigerator section is in packaging orcovered properly (some exceptionsapply in the MasterFresh zone). This willprevent food smells from affecting otherfoods, food from drying out, and alsocross-contamination of bacteria. This isespecially important when storing meatproducts. Make sure that foods such asraw meat and fish in particular do notcome into contact with other foods.By ensuring that the temperaturesettings are correct and by takingappropriate hygiene measures, you canprolong the storage life of your foodconsiderably.

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MasterFresh zoneThe MasterFresh zone provides idealstorage conditions for fruit, vegetables,fish, meat, and dairy products. Foodstays fresh considerably longer whileretaining both flavour and vitamins.

The MasterFresh zone comprises ahumidity-controlled and a drycompartment.

– Depending on the moisture regulatorsetting, the humidity-controlledcompartment is particularly suitablefor storing fruit and vegetables.

– The dry compartment is suitable forstoring perishable foods such asfish, meat, and dairy products. Any type of food can in fact be storedin this compartment, as long as it ispackaged.

Max. loadof thehumidity-controlledcompart-ment

Max. loadof the drycompart-ment

KF 29x1 Vi 13.5 kg 18 kg

Humidity-controlled compartmentwith moisture regulator

The humidity level in the humidity-controlled compartment can beregulated to approximately suit the foodbeing stored. Food retains its ownmoisture if stored at a higher humidityand does not dry out as quickly. Thisallows it to stay crisp and fresh forlonger.

The moisture released by food instorage is kept within the humidity-controlled compartment. The more thehumidity in the humidity-controlledcompartment corresponds to the food'sown humidity content, the crisper andfresher the food will remain over alonger period of time, as the watercontent of the food is largely retained.

The moisture level greatly depends onthe type and quantity of the foodbeing stored, if stored unwrapped.

The temperature in the humidity-controlled compartment isapproximately equivalent to thetemperature in a conventionalrefrigerator.

Remember that the freshness of thefood when first placed in theappliance is the most important factorin determining how long it will stayfresh.


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The moisture regulator is used toregulate the amount of moisture in thehumidity-controlled compartment withthe settings to .

Position of the moisture regulator = slightly increased humidity

Select the setting if you store verylarge quantities of fruits andvegetables in the humidity-controlledcompartment. The moisture regulatorpartially closes the vents in thecompartment so that some of themoisture present is retained.

Position of the moisture regulator = increased humidity

Select the setting if you store smallto large quantities of fruits andvegetables in the humidity-controlledcompartment. The moisture regulatorcloses the vents in the compartmentcompletely so that all of the moisturepresent is retained.

Useful tip: If the humidity level is toohigh and a lot of moisture collects in thecompartment, select the setting. If the quantity of food being stored inthis compartment is small, the moisturelevel may be too low. If you are onlystoring a small amount of food, wrap itin airtight packaging.

Increased moisture in the humidity-controlled compartment can, insome circumstances, cause a build-up of condensate.Wipe off any condensate with acloth.

Regulating the humidity level in thehumidity controlled compartment

Slide the moisture regulator to theleft or right depending on thesetting required.


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Dry compartment with lowtemperature

The temperature in the drycompartment is maintained at -1 to3 °C. While lower than the temperaturein a conventional refrigerator, this is theoptimum temperature range for storingfresh food which is not sensitive tocold.

As the shelf life of the food isextended at this temperature, foodcan be stored considerably longerwithout loss of freshness.

The humidity level is similar to that in aconventional refrigerator.

Useful tip: This compartment is idealespecially for homemade meals, as thegrowth of existing microorganisms isgreatly reduced.

The dry compartment is ideal for storingperishable foods such as:

– Dairy products such as yoghurt,cheese, cream, quark etc.

– Deli salads

– Meat, poultry, sausages

– Fresh fish, shellfish and crustaceans

– Any type of food can in fact be storedin this compartment, as long as it ispackaged.

Please note that foods rich in proteindeteriorate faster than others.Shellfish, for example, deterioratesfaster than fish, and fish deterioratesfaster than meat.

For hygiene reasons, always keep thesefoods covered or wrapped in thiscompartment.

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If you are not satisfied with your stored food (for example the food wilts orbecomes limp after only a short storage time), ensure the following:

Only place fresh food in the appliance. The initial condition of the food is crucialto maintaining freshness.

Clean the MasterFresh zone before storing food in it.

The surface of very moist food should be dried before storing it in the humidity-controlled compartment.

Do not store food which is sensitive to cold in the dry compartment (see “Usingthe refrigerator efficiently - Food which is not suitable for storing in therefrigerator”).

Allocate the appropriate setting to the food you wish to store (e.g. humid or drystorage).

Store food loose in the humidity-controlled compartment.A high humidity level in the humidity-controlled compartment is achieved by themoisture present in the food being stored.If the humidity level is not high enough (e.g. too little food is being stored), it canbe increased by placing a damp sponge in the drawer.

If you think that the temperature in the dry compartment is too high or too low,adjust the temperature in the fridge zone (see “The correct temperature - Settingthe temperature”). If ice crystals start to form on the floor of the drycompartment, increase the temperature as otherwise the cold temperature willdamage the food.

If too much water collects at the bottom of the humidity-controlledcompartment, dry it with a cloth. If necessary, dry food before placing it in theappliance or place a rack at the bottom of the humidity-controlled compartmentto allow water to drain off.

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Freezing fresh foodFresh food should be frozen as quicklyas possible so that the nutritional valueof the food, its vitamin content,appearance and flavour are maintained.

Food which takes a long time to freezewill lose more water from its cells,which then shrink. During the defrostingprocess, only some of this water isreabsorbed by the cells. In practice thismeans that the food loses moremoisture. You can see this in the largeamount of water that collects aroundthe food when it defrosts.

If food is frozen quickly, the cells haveless time to lose moisture, so theyshrink less. As there is much lessmoisture loss, it is easier for the food toreabsorb it during defrosting, and verylittle water collects around the defrostedfood.

Storing frozen food

Never refreeze partially or fullydefrosted food. Defrosted food mayonly be refrozen after it has beencooked.

When buying frozen food to store inyour freezer, make sure to check:

– that the packaging is not damaged

– the use-by date and

– the temperature at which the frozenfood is being stored at the store.

The length of time food can be keptis reduced if it has been stored at atemperature warmer than -18 °C.

Buy frozen food once you havefinished the rest of your shopping,and wrap it in newspaper or use acooler bag or cool box to transport it.

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Home freezing

Only freeze food which is fresh andin good condition.

Tips on home freezing

– The following types of food aresuitable for freezing:Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish,vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairyproducts, pastry, leftovers, egg yolks,egg whites and a range of pre-cooked meals.

– The following types of food are notsuitable for freezing:Grapes, lettuce, radishes, sourcream, mayonnaise, eggs in theirshells, onions, whole raw apples andpears.

– To retain colour, taste and vitamin C,vegetables should be blanchedbefore freezing. To blanch, immersethe trimmed and washed vegetablesin boiling water for 2-3 minutes.Remove and plunge into ice-coldwater to cool quickly. Drain and packready for freezing.

– Lean meat freezes better than fattymeat and can be stored forconsiderably longer.

– Separate chops, steaks, cutlets,schnitzel or rolled meat with a sheetof plastic freezer film. This preventsthem from freezing together in ablock.

– Do not season fresh foods orblanched vegetables before freezing.Only season cooked food lightlybefore freezing. The taste or intensityof some spices alters when frozen.

– Allow hot foods and drinks to cooldown before placing them in thefreezer. Placing hot foods or drinks inthe freezer causes food that isalready frozen to partially thaw andincreases energy consumption.

Packaging food for freezing

Freeze food in portions.

Suitable packing material

– Plastic cling wrap

– Tubular polyethylene film

– Aluminum foil

– Freezer containers and bags

Unsuitable packing material

– Wrapping paper

– Grease-proof paper

– Cellophane

– Bin bags

– Plastic shopping bags

Expel as much air as possible frombags etc. before sealing them toprevent freezer burn on food.

Close the packaging tightly with

– Rubber bands

– Plastic clips

– String or bag ties

– Freezer tape

Useful tip: Freezer bags and tubularpolyethylene film may also be sealedusing home heat sealing kits.

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Before placing food in theappliance When freezing more than 2 kg of

fresh food, switch on the SuperFreezefunction at least 4-6 hours beforeplacing the food in the freezer (see“Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze”).

This helps food which is already storedin the freezer to stay frozen.

Placing food in the freezerFood to be frozen can be placedanywhere in the freezer zone.Place large quantities of food in thelarge freezer basket.

Place the food to be frozen flat in thebottom of the basket so that itfreezes through to the core as quicklyas possible.

Fill the upper freezer basket first asthe food will freeze quickest here.

Make sure that the packaging andcontainers are dry to prevent themsticking together when frozen.

Please follow the guidelines in the ta-ble below regarding recommendedweights for the baskets:

Upperfreezerbasket

Lowerfreezerbasket

KF 29x1 Vi 18 kg 36 kg

Unfrozen food should not touchfrozen food as this will cause thefrozen food to begin to thaw.

Storage time for frozen foodThe storage life of food varies greatly,even when a constant temperature of-18 °C is maintained. Even in frozenproducts, degradation processes takeplace, only at a much slower rate. Forexample, fat can become rancid fromcontact with oxygen in the air. Leanmeat can therefore be storedapproximately twice as long as fattymeat.

The storage times quoted are guidevalues for the storage life of differentfood groups in the freezer.

Food group Storagetime(months)

Ice cream 2 to 6

Bread, baked goods 2 to 6

Cheese 2 to 4

Fish, oily 1 to 2

Fish, lean 1 to 5

Sausage, ham 1 to 3

Game, pork 1 to 12

Poultry, beef 2 to 10

Vegetables, fruit 6 to 18

Herbs 6 to 10

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Defrosting frozen food

Never refreeze partially or fullydefrosted food. Defrosted food mayonly be refrozen after it has beencooked.

Frozen food can be defrosted indifferent ways:

– in a microwave oven

– in an oven using “Fan Heat” or the“Defrost” setting

– at room temperature

– in the refrigerator section (the coldgiven off by the frozen food helps tokeep the other food cold)

– in a steam oven

Flat pieces of partially defrosted fish ormeat can be placed directly into a hotfrying pan.

Thicker pieces of meat and fish (e.g.minced beef, chicken, fish fillet) shouldnot come into contact with other foodwhen defrosting. Collect the defrostingliquid and then pour it away, makingsure you wash the container it was in,the sink and your hands.

Fruit should be defrosted at roomtemperature in its packaging or in acovered bowl.

Most vegetables can be cooked whilestill frozen. Just put straight into boilingwater or hot fat. The cooking time isslightly less than that of freshvegetables due to changes in the cellstructure.

Cooling drinks quicklyWhen cooling drinks quickly in thefreezer, make sure bottles are not left infor more than one hour, otherwisethey could burst, causing injury anddamage.

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For the automatic ice cube maker tooperate, it must be connected to amains water supply (see “Installation -Water connection”).

Risk to health due tocontaminated water.The consumption of polluted watercan lead to health problems.The first three batches of ice cubesmade after the ice cube maker isstarted up must not be consumed,as the water will have been used forthe initial rinsing of the water supplyline.This applies to using it for the firsttime as well as when using theappliance again after it has beenswitched off for a long time.

Switching on the ice cubemaker Make sure that the ice cube container

is correctly located underneath theice cube maker.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Dispenser unitand confirm your selection with OK.


Once the freezer zone has cooled downto its set temperature, the ice cubemaker will fill with water.

As soon as the water is frozen, icecubes will fall out of the ice cube makerinto the ice cube container.

Ice cube production is haltedautomatically when the ice cubecontainer is full.

The ice cube maker can make up toapprox. 2.4 kg of ice cubes in24 hours.

The amount of ice cubes made by theappliance depends on the temperaturein the freezer zone. The lower thetemperature, the more ice cubesare produced.

When using the appliance for the firsttime, it can take up to 10 hours for thefirst ice cubes to drop out of the icecube maker and collect in thecontainer.

Risk of damage due to blockingof the ice cube maker.The ice cube maker can be blockedand damaged as a result.Do not place any bottles or food intothe ice cube container to chill themquickly.

Empty the ice cube container atregular intervals, or at least if youhave not produced any ice cubes formore than a week. This will ensurethat you always have fresh icecubes, and the ice cubes will notclump together.

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Ice cube production does not stopwhen the ice cube container isremoved. Ice cubes can fall into thefreezer basket underneath.If possible, only remove the ice cubecontainer for a short time or switchoff the ice cube maker beforeremoving it.

Switching the ice cube maker off

The ice cube maker can be switchedoff independently of the freezer zone ifyou do not want the appliance tomake any ice cubes.

Turn off the tap of the water supplyapprox. 3 hours before switching offthe refrigeration appliance to avoidthe build-up of mould caused bystagnant water.

In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Dispenser unitand touch OK to confirm yourselection.


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Refrigerator section and MasterFresh zoneThe refrigerator section and theMasterFresh zone defrost automatically.

Condensate and ice can build up on theback wall of the refrigerator section andthe MasterFresh zone while thecompressor is running. You do not needto remove this, as it will defrost andevaporate automatically with thewarmth generated by the appliance.

Freezer zoneThe appliance is equipped with a“NoFrost” system. The freezer defrostsautomatically.

The moisture generated in theappliance collects on the evaporatorand is automatically defrosted anddissipated from time to time.

This automatic defrosting systemenables the freezer to remainpermanently ice-free. Food stored in thefreezer will not defrost with this system.

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Do not let water get into theelectronic unit or the lighting.

Risk of damage due to moistureingress.The steam from a steam cleaningappliance can damage plastic partsand electrical components.Do not use a steam cleaner to cleanthe appliance.

The data plate located inside therefrigeration appliance must not beremoved. It contains informationwhich is required in the event of afault.

Cleaning agentsTo avoid damaging the surfaces of yourappliance, do not use:

– cleaning agents containing soda,ammonia, acids or chlorides

– cleaning agents containing descalingagents

– 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

– dirt erasers

– sharp metal scrapers.

Cleaning and conditioning agentsused in the interior of therefrigeration appliance must be foodsafe.

We recommend using lukewarm waterwith a little dishwashing liquid to cleanthe appliance.

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Before cleaning the appliance Switch the appliance off by pressing

the On/Off switch.

Disconnect the appliance from thepower supply. Switch off at the walland withdraw the plug from thesocket, or switch off the mains circuitbreaker.

Take any food out of the applianceand store it in a cool place.

Take out all other removable parts forcleaning (see “Adjusting the interiorfittings”).

Cleaning the interior andaccessories

Clean the appliance regularly, or atleast once a month.Clean up any spills, stains and foodimmediately. Do not allow them todry and stick to the appliance.

Clean the interior with a solution oflukewarm water and a littledishwashing liquid. Rinse all parts byhand. Do not wash in a dishwasher.

After cleaning, wipe with a dampcloth and dry with a soft cloth.

Leave the door open for a short timeto air out the appliance and avoid theformation of odours.

Aluminium frames

The frames on the shelves inside theappliance and the door shelves arepartially made from aluminium.

Aluminium is a dynamic material. Thereflection and appearance ofaluminium changes in different lightsand environments and depending onthe angle you view it from. It is alsosusceptible to scratching.

The aluminium frames may becomediscoloured or get damaged if soilingis left on for too long.Remove any soiling from thealuminium frames immediately.

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Cleaning the door seal

Risk of damage due to incorrectcleaning.If you treat the door seals with oils orgrease, they can become porous.Do not use any oils or grease on thedoor seals.

The door seals should be cleanedregularly with clean water, and thenwiped dry with a soft cloth.

Cleaning the ventilation gaps

A build-up of dust will increase theenergy consumption of the appliance.

The ventilation gaps should becleaned on a regular basis with abrush or vacuum cleaner (you coulduse a Miele vacuum cleaner dustingbrush, for example). A build-up ofdust will increase the energyconsumption of the appliance.

Cleaning the water filter(IntensiveClear mesh filter)Depending on the quantity of ice cubesproduced, the IntensiveClear mesh filtermust be cleaned approx. every6 months.

Clean the water filter appears in thedisplay.


Turn the cap of the filter cartridgeanticlockwise as far as the marker 1.

Pull the filter cartridge out of the filteropening 2.

3.

Pull the mesh out of the back of thefilter cartridge 3.

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Rinse the mesh under runninglukewarm water. Turn the mesh overunder the running water to clean it onall sides.

4.

Reinsert the mesh into the back ofthe filter cartridge 4.

5.

Slide the filter cartridge as far as itwill go into the filter opening 5.,making sure the cap is horizontal.

6.

Turn the cap of the filter cartridgeclockwise as far as the marker 6.

Risk of damage caused by waterrunning out.If the filter cartridge is not fittedcorrectly, there is a risk of waterleaking out of the appliance.When fitting the filter cartridge, besure to turn it as far as the marker.

Once the IntensiveClear mesh filter hasbeen cleaned, the water filter display must be reset via the Settings mode in the display (see “Selecting furthersettings - Resetting the Water filterdisplay ”).

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Replacing the Active AirCleanfiltersThe Active AirClean filters in therefrigerator section need to be replacedapprox. every 6 months.

Change Active AirClean filter appears inthe display.


To remove the holder for the ActiveAirClean filters, press against theretainers on both sides of the holderfrom the rear and pull the holderdownwards diagonally from theframe.

Remove the used Active AirCleanfilters and place the new ActiveAirClean filters with the surroundingedge pointing downwards in theholder.

To replace the holder, press againstthe retainers on both sides of theholder from the rear and clamp it intothe gap on the frame from below.

The holder can be fixed under anyshelf in the refrigerator section.

Once the Active AirClean filters havebeen replaced, the Active AirClean filterdisplay must be reset via theSettings mode in the display (see“Selecting further settings - Resettingthe Display Active AirClean filter ”).

New Active AirClean filters areavailable from a Miele ExperienceCentre or on the Miele website.

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After cleaning Replace all shelves and accessories

in the fridge zone.

Reconnect to the power supply andswitch the appliance back on.

Place the food back in the fridgezone and close the doors.

Switch the SuperFreeze functionon for a while so that the freezer zonecan cool down quickly.

Place the freezer baskets with thefrozen food back in the freezer assoon as the temperature in the freezerzone is low enough.

Switch the SuperFreeze functionoff as soon as the temperature in thefreezer zone is a constant -18 °C orcolder.

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The refrigeration appliance is suppliedwith a water filter (IntensiveClear meshfilter) that filters mains water for makingice cubes.

The IntensiveClear mesh filter filterssuspended particles from the mainswater – not bacteria or microbes.

The water filter does not need to bereplaced. However, to ensure thehighest quality of the ice cubes, it isessential to clean the water filterregularly.

After inserting a new water filter,dispose of all ice cubes produced inthe next 24 hours following thechange.

Depending on the quantity of ice cubesproduced, the IntensiveClear mesh filtermust be cleaned approx. every6 months.

Clean the water filter appears in thedisplay.

Clean the IntensiveClear mesh filter(see “Cleaning and care - Cleaningthe water filter (IntensiveClear meshfilter)”).

Problem solving guide

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With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of theappliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remediedwithout contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because you won'tneed a service call.

Please note that a call-out charge will be applied to unnecessary service visitswhere the problem could have been rectified as described in these operatinginstructions.

To prevent cold from escaping, avoid opening the appliance door until the faulthas been corrected.

Problem Possible cause and remedy

If you feel that yourrefrigeration applianceis not working properly,you can perform a Selftest. Your appliance willbe checked for anyfaults or malfunctions.

Any errors identified during the Self test are shown inthe display. Perform the Self test (see “Selecting further

settings - Carrying out a Self test ”). If necessary, contact customer service and inform

them of the error message(s) in the display.

The refrigerationappliance is not gettingcold and the interiorlighting does not comeon when the appliancedoor is opened.

The appliance is not switched on. Switch the appliance on. The temperature appears

in the display.

The plug is not properly inserted into the socket orthe socket is not switched on. Insert the plug into the socket correctly and switch

on.

The mains circuit breaker has tripped. There could bea fault with the appliance, the household electricalwiring or another electrical appliance. Contact a qualified electrician or Miele.


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The compressor isswitching on morefrequently and runs forlonger periods of time,and the temperature inthe appliance is too low.

The ventilation gaps in the housing unit are coveredor have become too dusty. Do not block the ventilation gaps. Clean the dust from the ventilation gaps on a

regular basis.

The doors have been opened too frequently, or alarge amount of fresh food has been put in at oncefor refrigerating or freezing. Only open the doors when necessary and for as

short a time as possible.

After a while the temperature will return to normal byitself.

The appliance doors are not closed properly. A thicklayer of ice may have formed in the freezer. Close the appliance doors.

After a while the temperature will return to normal byitself.

If a thick layer of ice has formed, it will decrease thecooling performance and increase the energyconsumption. Defrost the appliance and clean it.

The ambient room temperature is too high. Thehigher the room temperature, the longer thecompressor will run. See “Installation - Location”.

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The compressor isswitching on morefrequently and runs forlonger periods of time,and the temperature inthe appliance is too low.

The temperature setting is too low. Correct the temperature setting.

A large amount of food was placed in the freezer atonce. See “Freezing and storing food”.

The SuperCool function is still switched on. To save energy, you can switch SuperCool off

early yourself.

The SuperFreeze function is still switched on. To save energy, you can switch SuperFreeze off

early yourself.

The compressor comeson less and less oftenand for shorter periodsof time. Thetemperature in theappliance rises.

This is not a fault. The temperature setting is toohigh. Correct the temperature setting. Check the temperature again after 24 hours.

The frozen food begins to defrost. The room temperature is too low for this appliance. If the room temperature is too low, the compressorwill run less frequently. This may cause the freezerzone to become too warm. See the information in “Installation - Location”. Increase the temperature of the room.

The compressor runscontinuously.

This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressorruns at a lower speed when less cooling is required.This increases the running time of the compressor.

Food has frozentogether.

The food packaging was not dry when loaded in thefreezer. Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon handle or

plastic scraper, to prise it apart carefully.

An alarm sounds. An appliance door has been open for longer thanapprox. 2 minutes. Close the appliance doors.


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No alarm soundsdespite an appliancedoor being open.

You have deactivated the alarm. Switch the alarm back on via the Settings mode

.

The Sabbath mode function is switched on: Thetemperature display is dark and the symbol isshown in the display. You can switch off Sabbath mode at any time (see

"Selecting further settings - Switching Sabbathmode on and off").

The door of theappliance cannot beopened.

The Pull2open Door assistant is switched on but theappliance has a handle-free furniture front. With handle-free furniture fronts, switch on the

Push2open Door assistant (see “Selecting furthersettings - Switching on the Door assistant ”).

The appliance doorcannot be opened whenSabbath mode isswitched on.

The Push2open Door assistant is switched on at thesame time as Sabbath mode. When Sabbath mode is switched on, the Door

assistant is deactivated. Pull the door open from the bottom or from the

side.

The left fridge zonedoor will not open.

The Push2open Door assistant is switched on but onlythe right fridge zone door can be controlled with theDoor assistant. This is not a fault. If the Push2open function is

activated with handle-free furniture fronts, the rightfridge zone door must be opened first before theleft door can be opened.

The shelf life of the foodstored in the drycompartment of theMasterFresh zone isreduced.

The temperature in the dry compartment of theMasterFresh zone may be too high. The temperaturein the dry compartment is controlled by thetemperature set for the fridge zone. Lower the temperature in the fridge zone (see “The

correct temperature - Setting the temperature”). Set the temperature regulator for the dry

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There is condensationon the door pillarbetween the fridge zonedoors or on the doorseals.

The combination of high air humidity and lowambient temperature can result in condensationforming on the door pillar between the fridge zonedoors or on the door seals. Ensure lower humidity or a higher temperature in

the room. Switch the Condensation protection on (see

“Selecting further settings - Switching Condensationprotection on and off”).

The left fridge zonedoor and the door pillarfeel warm.

This is not a fault. The left-hand appliance door hasintegrated heating. Switching the heating on preventscondensation on the door pillar and on the doorseals. You can switch the heating off if necessary (see

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Messages in the display

Message Possible cause and remedy

The alarm sounds andthe message Freezertemperature too high. Max.temperature °C appears inthe display.

The temperature in the freezer has risen significantly.This could be due to, for example:

– the freezer door being opened too often, orbeing left open

– a large amount of food being frozen at once– an interruption to the power supply.

If you find the alarm disruptive, you can switch itoff early by touching the OK sensor.

The alarm will stop. Rectify the cause of the alarm.

The message will disappear from the display and thealarm will stop.

The temperature display will show the highesttemperature that was reached in the freezer zone. Depending on the temperature displayed, you

should check whether food in the freezer hasstarted to thaw or has defrosted. Defrosted foodmay only be refrozen after it has been cooked.

In the event of a power cut, check whether thereare any ice cubes in the ice cube container anddispose of these. Otherwise, the ice cubes willfreeze together and can damage the ice cubecontainer when they expand.

The alarm sounds andthe message Close thedoor appears in thedisplay.

The appliance door is open. Close the appliance door. If you want to switch the alarm off early, touch the

OK sensor in the display.

The alarm will stop.

The temperature displayis dark and the symbol lights up inthe display.

Sabbath mode is switched on. The interior lighting isswitched off and the refrigeration appliance iscooling. You can switch off Sabbath mode at any time (see

“Selecting further settings - Switching Sabbathmode on and off”).


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Message Possible cause and remedy

F Please call Miele Serviceappears in the displayand an alarm sounds.

There is a fault. Make a note of the fault message if necessary. Call Miele. To turn the alarm off, touch the symbol.

The error message will not disappear from thedisplay until the error has been rectified.

The voltage level is too high or too low. Observe the connection data in “Installation -

Electrical connection”. Contact customer service if necessary. To turn the alarm off, touch the symbol.

The error message will not disappear from thedisplay until the error has been rectified.

The symbol lights upin the display. Therefrigeration appliancedoes not get cold, butthe appliance controlsare working.

Demo mode is switched on. Demo mode allows theappliance to be presented in a showroom without thecooling system being switched on. Do not activatethis setting for domestic use. Switch off Demo mode (see “Selecting further

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Problems with the ice cube maker


The ice cube maker isnot producing any icecubes.

The refrigeration appliance or the ice cube maker arenot switched on. Switch on the appliance and the ice cube maker. Check whether the water filter is inserted correctly.

The mains water connection has not been installed. Make sure that the mains water connection is

installed correctly.

The tap is not open or has not been vented. Open the tap. Check whether the water supply has been vented.

There is a kink in the water hose. Check the water hose and replace it if necessary.

The temperature in the freezer zone is too high. Select a lower temperature.

The freezer door has been opened too frequently,causing the compressor to turn on more often andthe ice cube maker has iced up. Only open the door when necessary and for as

short a time as possible.

The water connection pressure is too low. Check that the water connection pressure is

between 200 kPa and 800 kPa (2 bar and 8 bar). Check if an incorrect valve has been installed,

making the pressure too low.

Remember that it can take up to 10 hours for theappliance to produce the first ice cubes.


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The ice cube maker isonly producing smallice cubes.

Several household appliances connected to themains water connection are in operation. This hasreduced the amount of water being taken in. Avoid using the dishwasher, washing machine,

etc. at the same time.

The water filter is clogged. Check whether the water filter needs to be

cleaned.


between 200 kPa and 800 kPa (2 bar and 8 bar). Check if an incorrect valve has been installed.

The ice cube maker isproducing only a few ordeformed ice cubes.

The water filter is clogged. Check whether the water filter needs to be

cleaned.


between 200 kPa and 800 kPa (2 bar and 8 bar).

The temperature in the freezer zone is too high. Select a lower temperature.

The ice cubes taste orsmell odd.

The ice cube container is in constant use and needsto be cleaned regularly. Check if the ice cube container is dirty and clean it

if necessary.

The ice cube maker is rarely used. Ice cubes that arestored for a long time can absorb the taste and smellof other items. Empty and clean the ice cube container if you are

not going to use it for a long time.

Unwrapped food is stored in the freezer zone. Ice canabsorb the taste and smell of unwrapped food. Only store packaged food in the freezer zone.

The water filter is dirty. Check whether the water filter needs to be

cleaned.


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Water is flowing out ofthe appliance.

The water intake is faulty. Close the tap immediately. Check the water pipe for damage. Call Miele immediately. Check whether the water pressure is too high.

If the water pressure is too high, this can cause leaks(see “Installation - Water connection”). Check whether the water pressure is between

200 kPa and 800 kPa (2 bar and 8 bar). Check if an incorrect valve has been installed.


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The interior lighting is not working


The interior lighting isnot working.

The appliance is not switched on. Switch the appliance on.

The Sabbath mode function is switched on: Thetemperature display is dark and the symbol lightsup in the display. You can switch off Sabbath mode at any time via the

Settings mode .

There is a fault.

Risk of electric shock due to exposed, liveelectrical components!When removing the lighting cover, there is a risk ofcoming into contact with live electricalcomponents.Do not remove the lighting cover. The LED lightingmust only be repaired or replaced by a qualifiedtechnician.

Danger of injury from LED lighting.This lighting corresponds to risk group RG 2. If thecover is defective, there is a risk of eye injury.If the lighting cover is defective, do not look from aclose range directly into the lighting with opticalinstruments (e.g. magnifying glass or similar).

Call Miele.

Noises

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Normalnoises

What causes them

Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noisecan get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on.

Blubb,blubb ...

A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulatingthrough the pipes.

Click ... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches themotor on and off.

Sssrrrrr ... You can sometimes hear the sound of the fan inside theappliance.

Crack ... A cracking sound can be heard when materials expand insidethe appliance.

Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in thesystem is unavoidable.

Noises Possible cause and remedy

Rattling,vibrating,clinking

The appliance is uneven. Realign the appliance using a spiritlevel. Do so by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath theappliance or place something underneath it.

The appliance is touching another appliance or piece offurniture. Move it away.

Drawers, baskets or shelves are jiggling or are stuck. Check allremovable parts and refit them correctly.

Bottles or containers are touching each other. Separate them.

Service

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Contact in case of faultIn the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, please contactMiele.

You can book a Miele customerservice call-out online atwww.miele.com/service.

Contact information for Miele can befound at the end of this booklet.

Please quote the model and serialnumber of your appliance (SN) whencontacting the Miele. This informationcan be found on the data plate.

The data plate is located inside theappliance.

WarrantyThe manufacturer's warranty for thisappliance is 2 years.

For more information about country-specific warranty terms and conditions,please contact Miele.

Copyright and licences

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For the purpose of operating and controlling the appliance, Miele uses proprietaryor third-party software that is not covered by open source licensing terms. Theseitems of software/software components are protected by copyright. The copyrightpowers of Miele and third parties must be respected.

In addition, the appliance contains software components which are distributedunder open source licensing terms. You can view these open source componentsalong with the associated copyright notices, copies of the valid licensing termsand any further information in the document “Open Source Information andLicenses”. The liability and warranty arrangements for the open source licencesdisplayed at this location only apply in relation to the respective rights holders.

The appliance contains, in particular, software components which are licensed bythe rights holders under the GNU General Public License, version 2, or the GNULesser General Public License, version 2.1. For a period of at least 3 yearsfollowing the purchase or delivery of the appliance, Miele shall provide you or thirdparties with a machine-readable copy of the source code for the open sourcecomponents contained in the appliance, which are licensed under the terms of theGNU General Public License, version 2, or the GNU Lesser General Public License,version 2.1. The source code shall be made available on a data carrier (CD-ROM,DVD or USB stick). To obtain this source code, please contact us, specifying theproduct name, serial number and purchase date, by sending us an e-mail([email protected]) or writing to the following address:

Miele & Cie. KGOpen SourceGTZ/TIMCarl-Miele-Straße 2933332 Gütersloh, Germany

We wish to draw your attention to the limited warranty for the benefit of rightsowners under the terms of the GNU General Public License, version 2, and theGNU Lesser General Public License, version 2.1:

This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANYWARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY of FITNESSFOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU General Public License and GNULesser General Public License for more details.

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