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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. 10 954 700

Contents

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

Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 14

How to save energy............................................................................................. 15

Guide to the appliance ........................................................................................ 17Control panel ......................................................................................................... 17Explanation of symbols ......................................................................................... 18

Accessories ......................................................................................................... 20Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 20Optional accessories............................................................................................. 20

Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 22Before using for the first time................................................................................ 22

Cleaning the appliance..................................................................................... 22Operating the appliance ........................................................................................ 22Switching on.......................................................................................................... 22Switching off.......................................................................................................... 24

Switching off the refrigerator section separately.............................................. 24Switching the refrigerator section back on again............................................. 24

Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................ 25

The correct temperature..................................................................................... 26. . . in the refrigerator section and in the PerfectFresh Pro zone ........................... 26

Automatic temperature distribution (DynaCool) ............................................... 26. . . in the freezer section ....................................................................................... 26Temperature display .............................................................................................. 27Setting the temperature in the refrigerator/freezer section ................................... 27Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro zone....................................... 29

Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze.................................................................... 30SuperCool ............................................................................................................. 30SuperFreeze .......................................................................................................... 31

Temperature and door alarm.............................................................................. 32Temperature alarm................................................................................................. 32

Switching the temperature alarm off early ....................................................... 32Door alarm............................................................................................................. 33

Further settings ................................................................................................... 34Safety lock ........................................................................................................ 34Audible tones ................................................................................................... 35Display brightness ............................................................................................ 36

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Sabbath mode ................................................................................................... 37Charcoal filter replacement indicator ............................................................... 39

Using the refrigerator efficiently ........................................................................ 40Different storage zones ......................................................................................... 40Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ......................... 41What to be aware of when shopping for food....................................................... 41Storing food correctly............................................................................................ 41

Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone........................................................ 42Dry compartment ............................................................................................... 43Humidity controlled compartment , / ........................................................ 43

Adjusting the interior fittings.............................................................................. 46Adjusting the door shelf / bottle shelf ................................................................... 46Adjusting the bottle holder .................................................................................... 46Moving the adjustable shelf / adjustable shelf with lighting.................................. 46Adjusting the bottle rack ....................................................................................... 47PerfectFresh Pro zone drawers ............................................................................. 47Moving the charcoal filters .................................................................................... 48

Freezing and storing food................................................................................... 49Freezing fresh food................................................................................................ 49Storing frozen food................................................................................................ 49Home freezing ....................................................................................................... 50Adjusting the interior fittings.................................................................................. 53Using accessories ................................................................................................. 53

Cool pack ......................................................................................................... 53

Making ice cubes ................................................................................................ 54Ice cube maker with integrated ice cube tray ....................................................... 54Switching the ice cube maker on and off.............................................................. 55Making a large quantity of ice cubes .................................................................... 56Changing the size of the ice cubes ....................................................................... 56

Setting the water quantity ................................................................................ 56Switching the ice cube maker on/off with the On/Off button................................ 57

Automatic defrosting .......................................................................................... 58

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 59Cleaning agents..................................................................................................... 59Rinsing the ice cube maker................................................................................... 60Cleaning the ice cube tray..................................................................................... 61Preparing the appliance for cleaning..................................................................... 62Cleaning the interior and accessories ................................................................... 64

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Cleaning the door seals......................................................................................... 66Cleaning the air vents............................................................................................ 66Starting up the appliance after cleaning ............................................................... 66Replacing the charcoal filters ................................................................................ 67

Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 68

Noises................................................................................................................... 80

Service.................................................................................................................. 81Contact in case of fault ......................................................................................... 81Warranty ................................................................................................................ 81

Information for Miele Experience Centres and Chartered Agents ................. 82Demo mode ........................................................................................................ 82

Water connection ................................................................................................ 84Information about the water supply ...................................................................... 84Connecting the water supply ................................................................................ 85

Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 86

Installation advice ............................................................................................... 87Side-by-side units ................................................................................................. 87Location................................................................................................................. 87

Climate range ................................................................................................... 88Ventilation.............................................................................................................. 89Furniture door ........................................................................................................ 90

Horizontal and vertical gaps............................................................................. 90Weight of the furniture door ............................................................................. 91

Before installing the appliance .............................................................................. 92Does your old appliance have a different hinging mechanism? ...................... 92

Building-in dimensions ....................................................................................... 93

Limiting the opening angle of the door ............................................................. 94

Changing the door hinging ................................................................................. 95

Installing the appliance ....................................................................................... 99Fitting the furniture doors .................................................................................... 106

Warning and Safety instructions

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This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements.Please note that inappropriate use can lead to personal injury anddamage to property.

To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance,please read these instructions carefully before using it for the firsttime. They contain important notes on installation, safety, use andmaintenance.

Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with theseinstructions.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new usersare familiar with the contents. Pass them on to any future owner.

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. 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 other suchmaterials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for suchpurposes can cause deterioration of the items stored. The applianceis not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper orincorrect use of the appliance.


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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 or instruction concerning its use by a person responsiblefor their safety, and are able to recognise the dangers of misuse.

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.

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

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.

Technical safety

The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. This appliancecomplies with all current local and national safety requirements.


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This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a naturalgas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is flammable, itdoes not damage the ozone layer and has a lower greenhouse effectthan 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. This is unavoidable and does not have any adverseeffect on the performance of the appliance.Care must be taken during the transportation and setting up of theappliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leakingrefrigerant can damage the eyes.In the event of any damage:

– avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark,

– disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply,

– 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.

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.


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

If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by aMiele approved service technician in order to avoid a hazard.

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.

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.


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

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

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

In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches orother vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance andits surroundings clean at all times. Any damage caused bycockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the warranty.


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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.

Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any productscontaining propellants (e.g. spray cans). Flammable gas mixturescan be ignited by electrical components. Danger of fire and explosion!

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

Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks orliquids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles couldexplode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.

When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles arenot left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst,causing injury or damage.


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Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the appliance withwet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food or to the metal.Danger of frost burn!

Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never placeice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from the freezer. Thevery low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost burnto the lips and tongue. Danger of injury!

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.

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.


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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.

Rinse the ice cube maker and the water pipes:

– before using for the first time,

– if the ice cube maker has not been used for a long time,

– regularly if the ice cube maker is constantly on (at least once amonth) to remove ice residues and prevent the water pipes frombecoming blocked, and

– before switching off the ice cube maker for a long period of time.

Transport

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

Danger of injury and damage. The appliance is very heavy andmust be transported by two people.


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Disposal of your old appliance

Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch orlock unusable.This way you will prevent children from accidentally lockingthemselves in and 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.

Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)

This information is only relevant for recycling. In normal operation there is no risk.

The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if itpenetrates the airways.

Caring for the environment

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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 oldapplianceElectrical and electronic appliancesoften contain valuable materials. Theyalso contain specific materials,compounds and components, whichwere essential for their correct functionand safety. These could be hazardousto human health and to the environmentif disposed of with your domestic wasteor if handled incorrectly. Please do not,therefore, dispose of your old appliancewith 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.In this way, refrigerant in the pipeworkand oil in the compressor will becontained, 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.

How to save energy

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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.

PerfectFresh Pro zone justabove 0 °C

Freezer section -18 °C

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Normal energyconsumption

Increased energyconsumption

Operation Drawers and shelvesarranged 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 works harderto cool down and thecompressor runs for longerperiods.

Take an insulated bag whenshopping and load food inthe appliance as soon aspossible.Replace any food removedas quickly as possible,before it begins to thaw.Allow hot food and drinks tocool down before placingthem in the appliance.

Hot food or food at roomtemperature raises thetemperature inside theappliance. The applianceworks harder to cool downand the compressor runs forlonger periods.

Store food covered orpackaged.

The evaporation orcondensation of liquids willcause a loss of coldness inthe refrigerator.

Place frozen food in therefrigerator to defrost.

Do not overfill the applianceto allow air to circulate.

Poor air circulation willcause a loss of coldness.

Guide to the appliance

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Control panel

a On/Off sensorfor the whole appliance

b Optical interface(for Service only)

c For selecting the refrigerator orfreezer section

d On/Off sensor for the SuperCool andSuperFreeze functions

e For setting the temperature( colder),selection sensor in settings mode

f For confirming a selection (OKsensor)

g For setting the temperature( warmer),selection sensor in settings mode

h For selecting and deselecting thesettings mode

i For switching the temperature anddoor alarms on and off

j Display with temperature display andsymbols (symbols are only visible insettings mode if an alarm issounding, or if a message appears;for an explanation of the symbols,see the following chart)


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Explanation of symbols

Symbol Meaning Function

Safety lock Secures against unintended switching off ofthe appliance, unintended temperatureadjustment, unintended switching on ofSuperCool and Super Freeze, andunintended entry of settings

Ice cube maker Switching the ice cube maker on and off;Setting the water quantity; Rinsing the icecube maker; Setting the cleaning positionof the ice cube tray; Flashes when there isa fault with the ice cube maker

Audible tones Selection options for the keypad tone andthe door and temperature alarm tones

Display brightness Setting the brightness of the display

Charcoal filterreplacement indicator(Active AirClean)

This function must be activated after fittinga charcoal filter; it lights up to remind you toreplace it

PerfectFresh Protemperature

Adjusting the temperature in thePerfectFresh Pro zone

Sabbath mode Switching Sabbath mode on and off

Mains connection Confirms that the appliance is connected tothe electricity supply when it is notswitched on; flashes when there is a powercut

Alarm Lights up when there is a door alarm;flashes when there is a temperature alarm,power cut or a fault

Demo mode(only visible whenDemo mode is active)

Switching off Demo mode


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a Control panel

b Fan

c Egg tray/door shelf

d Adjustable shelf

e Adjustable shelf withlighting (FlexiLight)

f Bottle shelf

g PerfectFresh Pro zoneinterior lighting

h PerfectFresh Pro zone drycompartment

i Condensate channel and drain hole

j Slide control for setting the moisturelevel in the humidity controlledcompartment

k PerfectFresh Pro zone humiditycontrolled compartment

l Ice cube drawer with automatic icecube maker

m Freezer drawers

Accessories

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Accessories supplied

Bottle holder

The fins of the bottle holder jut out intothe bottle shelf and make bottles moresecure when opening and closing theappliance door.

Butter dish

Egg tray

Cool pack

The cool pack prevents the temperaturein the freezer section from rising tooquickly in the event of a power cut. Thishelps to prolong the storage life.

The cool pack will be at its mosteffective after it has been in the freezerfor approx. 24 hours.

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

Care of stainless steel

Each application of the Miele Careproduct for stainless steel (in thebottle) forms a durable protective filmthat is stain and water resistant. Itgently removes water marks,fingerprints and other stains for auniformly shiny surface.

Miele all purpose microfibre cloth

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

Accessories

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Bottle rack

Bottles can be stored horizontally in therefrigerator section using the bottle rackto save space.The bottle rack can be placed indifferent positions in the refrigeratorsection.

KKF-FF Active AirClean charcoalfilter with holder

The charcoal filter neutralizesunpleasant odours in the refrigeratorsection for improved air quality.

The charcoal filter holder clips onto theprotective strip at the back of the shelfand can be moved as necessary.

Now activate the filter reminder insettings mode (see “Further settings -Charcoal filter replacementindicator ”).

KKF-RFActive AirClean replacement filters

Replacement filters to fit the ActiveAirClean holder are available. Werecommend replacing the charcoalfilters every 6 months.

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

Switching on and off

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Before using for the first time

Removing packaging material

Remove all packaging material fromthe inside of the appliance.

Protective foil

The stainless steel trims and stainlesssteel panels in the appliance have alayer of protective foil to preventscratching during transportation.

Remove this protective foil once theappliance has been installed.

Cleaning the appliance

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

Important: Each time the Miele Careproduct for stainless steel is used, itapplies a protective film that is stainand water resistant.

Treat stainless steel surfaces with theMiele Care product for stainless steelimmediately after removing theprotective foil (see “Optionalaccessories”).

Clean the inside of the appliance andthe accessories.

Clean the ice cube maker: Afterselecting the “Rinse ice cube maker”setting, the ice cube maker and thewater pipes are rinsed automaticallywith water.

Operating the applianceA light touch of the finger on thesensors is all that is required to operatethis appliance.

Each touch of a sensor is confirmedwith a keypad tone. The keypad tonecan be switched off if you wish (see“Further settings - Audible tones”).

Switching onWhen the appliance is connected to theelectricity supply, the mains connectionsymbol will appear in the displayafter a short while.

Touch the On/Off sensor.

The mains connection symbol goesout and the appliance starts to cool.

The sensors for cooling zones that canbe selected appear in the control panel:

The refrigerator section sensor ishighlighted yellow and the currenttemperature in this section appears inthe display.


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When the refrigerator door is opened,the interior lighting comes on and theLED lighting on the adjustable shelvesbecomes brighter until it reaches itsmaximum brightness.

When the appliance is switched on forthe first time, the sensor for the freezersection and the alarm symbol willflash until the set temperature isreached.

As soon as the set temperature isreached, the sensor for the freezersection will light up constantly and thealarm symbol will got out.

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 sectionuntil the temperature is at least-18 °C.

Individual settings can be set for eachcooling zone.

Touch the sensor for the zone inwhich you want to adjust the settings.

The selected sensor lights up yellow.

You can now select the SuperCoolfunction or adjust the temperature forthe refrigerator section.The SuperFreeze function can beselected or the temperature can beadjusted for the freezer section.

Please refer to the relevant section ofthis booklet for more information.

If another cooling zone is selected, thesettings for the previously selectedzone will remain as they were.


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Switching off

Touch the On/Off sensor.If this does not work, the safety lockis activated.

The temperature display disappearsand the mains connection symbol lights up.

The interior lighting goes out and thecooling is switched off.

Switching off the refrigerator sectionseparately

The refrigerator section can beswitched off without having to switchoff the freezer section. This is useful,e.g. whilst on holiday.

Touch the sensor for the refrigeratorsection until the sensor is no longerhighlighted in yellow.

Dashes will temporarily appear in thedisplay.

Switching the refrigerator sectionback on again

The refrigerator section can beswitched on separately.

Touch the sensor for the refrigeratorsection until it is highlighted in yellowagain.

The temperature display for therefrigerator section lights up. Therefrigerator section starts to cool andthe interior lighting comes on when thedoor is opened.


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Switching off for longerperiods of time

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

If the appliance is not going to be usedfor a longer period of time, e.g. whilston holiday:

switch the appliance off,

switch off at the wall and withdrawthe plug from the socket, ordisconnect the mains circuit breakeror remove the screw-out fuse (incountries where this is applicable),

empty the ice-cube drawer

turn off the mains water tap

clean the appliance, and

leave the appliance doors slightly ajarto avoid the build-up of odours.

It is also advisable to carry out the lasttwo instructions if you are switchingthe refrigerator section off for a longerperiod of time.

The correct temperature

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It is very important to set the correcttemperature for storing food in theappliance. Micro-organisms will causefood which is not stored at the correcttemperature to deteriorate rapidly.Temperature influences the growth rateof these micro-organisms. 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 therefrigerator,

– the warmer the food is which is beingput into it,

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

. . . in the refrigerator sectionand in the PerfectFresh ProzoneWe recommend a temperature of 4 °Cin the refrigerator section.

The temperature in the PerfectFresh Prozone is controlled automatically andmaintained at 0 to 3 °C.

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.

. . . in the freezer sectionTo freeze fresh food and to store frozenfood for a long time, a temperature of-18 °C is required. At this temperaturethe growth of micro-organisms isgenerally halted. As soon as thetemperature rises above -10 °C, themicro-organisms become active in thefood again so that it cannot be kept aslong. For this reason, partially defrostedor fully defrosted food must not berefrozen. Food may be refrozen once ithas been cooked, as the hightemperatures achieved when cookingdestroy most micro-organisms.


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Temperature display

In normal operation the temperaturedisplay shows the current meanrefrigerator section temperature andthe current temperature in thewarmest part of the freezer section.

If the temperature in the freezer sectionis not within the normal temperaturedisplay range, dashes will flash in thedisplay.

Depending on the room temperatureand the temperature setting, it can takeseveral hours until the selectedtemperature is reached and displayedsteadily.

If the temperature in the freezerremains above -18 °C for a longtime, check that the frozen food hasnot started to defrost.If it has, check that the food is safeto use and if it is, then use it as soonas possible or cook it before freezingit again.

Setting the temperature in therefrigerator/freezer sectionThe temperatures for the refrigeratorsection and the freezer section are setseparately.

Select the refrigerator or the freezersection.

Use the two sensors underneath thedisplay to set the temperature.

By touching the sensor

– the temperature will get colder

– the temperature will get warmer.

While the temperature is being set, thetemperature value will flash.


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The following information appears in thedisplay while the sensors are beingtouched:

– When first tapped: The lasttemperature selected flashes.

– Each subsequent touch of a sensor:The temperature is adjusted in 1 °Csteps.

– Leaving a finger on the sensorchanges the temperaturecontinuously.

Approximately 5 seconds after yourelease the sensor, the actualtemperature in the appliance will bedisplayed.

Or

Touch OK to confirm your selection.

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, as it will take this long for theappliance to give an accurate reading.

If, after this time, the temperature isstill too high or too low, you will needto adjust it again.

Temperature range

The temperature can be adjusted:

– in the refrigerator section from 3 °C to9 °C.

– in the freezer section from -15 °C to-26 °C.


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Adjusting the temperature inthe PerfectFresh Pro zoneIn the PerfectFresh Pro zone, thetemperature is automatically maintainedbetween 0 and 3 °C. However, if youwould like it to be warmer or colder, e.g.when storing fish, you can adjust thetemperature slightly.

The default setting for thetemperature in the PerfectFresh Prozone is 5. Under certaincircumstances, a setting from level 1to 4 can cause negativetemperatures to be reached. Foodcould freeze.If this happens select a higher level.

Touch the settings sensor.

All symbols available for selection willappear in the display and the symbolflashes.

Touch the sensors for setting thetemperature ( or ) repeatedly untilthe symbol flashes in the display.

Touch the OK sensor to confirm yourselection.

The last selected setting flashes in thedisplay and the symbol lights up.

You can now adjust the temperaturein the PerfectFresh Pro zone bytouching the or sensor. You canchoose from settings 1 to 9:1: lowest temperature9: highest temperature


The selected setting is saved and the symbol flashes.

Touch the settings sensor to leavesettings mode.Otherwise, the appliance electronicswill exit settings mode automaticallyafter approximately one minute.

The newly set temperature for thePerfectFresh Pro zone will be reachedgradually.

Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze

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

Switching on SuperCool

SuperCool is particularly recommendedfor the fast chilling of large amounts offresh food or drink.

Touch the sensor for the refrigeratorsection.

The refrigerator section symbol will lightup yellow.

Touch the SuperCool sensor so that itis highlighted in yellow.

The appliance will work at full power tolower the temperature in the refrigeratorsection.

Switching off SuperCool

The SuperCool function switches offautomatically after approx. 12 hours.The appliance will then run at normalpower.

To save energy, the SuperCool functioncan be switched off once food anddrinks are sufficiently chilled.

Touch the sensor for the refrigeratorsection.

The refrigerator section symbol will lightup yellow.

Touch the SuperCool sensor so that itis no longer highlighted in yellow.

The appliance will continue running atnormal power.

Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze

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SuperFreezeSwitch the SuperFreeze function onbefore putting fresh food into thefreezer.

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

Exceptions:

– When putting in food that is alreadyfrozen.

– When freezing up to 2 kg fresh fooddaily.

Switching on SuperFreeze

When freezing small quantities of foodin the freezer, the SuperFreeze functionshould be switched on 6 hoursbeforehand. When freezing themaximum load of food, theSuperFreeze function should beswitched on 24 hours beforehand.

Touch the sensor for the freezersection.

The freezer section symbol will light upyellow.

Touch the SuperFreeze sensor so thatit is highlighted in yellow.

The appliance will work at full power tolower the temperature in the freezersection.

Switching off SuperFreeze

The SuperFreeze function switchesitself off automatically after approx. 30–65 hours. The quantity of fresh foodplaced in the freezer will determine theduration before the SuperFreezefunction switches off. The SuperFreezesymbol will go out and the appliancewill run at normal power again.

To save energy, the SuperFreezefunction can be switched off once aconstant temperature of -18 °C orcolder has been reached in the freezersection. Keep an eye on thetemperature.

Touch the sensor for the freezersection.

The freezer section symbol will light upyellow.

Touch the SuperFreeze sensor so thatit is no longer highlighted in yellow.

The appliance will continue running atnormal power.

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Your appliance has been fitted with awarning system which ensures that thetemperature in the freezer sectioncannot rise unnoticed and to avoidenergy being wasted if a door is leftopen.

Temperature alarmIf the freezer section temperaturebecomes too warm, the sensor for thefreezer section flashes and the alarmsymbol in the display will flashsimultaneously. An alarm will alsosound.

The temperature the appliance is set atdetermines the temperature theappliance recognises as being toowarm.

Audible and visual signals will beactivated,

– when the appliance is switched onand the temperature in a temperaturezone differs greatly from the settemperature,

– if a lot of room air enters the freezerwhen food is being loaded,rearranged or taken out.

– when freezing large amounts of foodat once,

– when you freeze fresh food that is stillwarm,

– in the event of a power cut,

– if the appliance has a fault.

Once the set temperature has beenreached in the freezer section, the alarmswitches off and the alarm symbol goes out. The sensor for the freezersection lights up constantly again.

If the temperature in the freezerremains above -18 °C for a longtime, check that the frozen food hasnot started to defrost.If it has, check that the food is safeto use and if it is, then use it as soonas possible or cook it before freezingit again.

Switching the temperature alarm offearly

If the noise of the alarm disturbs you,you can switch the alarm off early if youwish.

Touch the alarm off sensor.

The alarm will stop.The alarm symbol will keep flashinguntil the set temperature has beenreached.

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Door alarmThe appliance is fitted with a warningsystem to avoid increased energyconsumption and food becoming warmif the door is left open.

An alarm will sound if the door is leftopen for too long. The alarm symbol will light up.

The time until the door alarm istriggered depends on the selectedsetting and can be either 2 minutes(factory default) or 4 minutes. The dooralarm can also be switched off (see“Further settings - Audible tones”).

As soon as the door is closed, theaudible tone will stop and the alarmsymbol will disappear from thedisplay.

If no audible tone sounds even thougha door alarm is available, then theaudible tone has been switched off insettings mode (see “Further settings -Audible tones”).

Switching the door alarm off early

If the noise of the alarm disturbs you,you can switch the alarm off early if youwish.

Touch the alarm off sensor.

The audible tone stops.The alarm symbol remainsilluminated until the door is closed.

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Certain settings on the appliance canonly be selected in settings mode.

When in settings mode, the dooralarm and other fault messages areautomatically deactivated although thealarm symbol appears in thedisplay.

Settings options

Switching the safety lock on/off

Switching the cube maker on/off (set amount of water; rinseice cube maker; set ice cubetray cleaning position)

Switching audible tones on/off

Changing the display brightness

Adjusting the temperature in thePerfectFresh Pro zone

Switching Sabbath mode on/off

Activating the charcoal filterreplacement indicator orresetting the counter

All settings options for the ice cubemaker are described in “Making icecubes” and “Cleaning and care”.

Adjusting the temperature in thePerfectFresh Pro zone is described inthe section “The correct temperature”.

All other settings options are describedbelow.

Safety lock The safety lock can be activated toprevent:

– switching off,

– temperature changes,

– selection of SuperCool andSuperFreeze,

– adjustment of settings (only switchingoff the safety lock is possible).

The safety lock prevents the appliancebeing used without your knowledge, forexample by children.

Switching the safety lock on/off


All selectable symbols appear in thedisplay and the flashes.



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By touching either the or sensoryou can now set whether the safetylock is switched on or off:0: safety lock is switched off1: safety lock is switched on



Touch the settings sensor to leavesettings mode.Otherwise, the electronics will leavesettings mode automatically afterapprox. one minute.

When the safety lock is switched on, lights up in the display.

Audible tones The appliance has audible tones suchas the keypad tone and the door andtemperature alarms.

The keypad tone and door alarmwarning tone can be switched on or off,but the temperature alarm cannot beswitched off.

You can choose from four settingoptions. Option 3 is set at the factory.This means that both the keypad toneand the door alarm are switched on.

Switching audible tones on/off



Touch the sensors for setting thetemperature ( or ) repeatedly untilthe symbol appears in thedisplay.



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By touching the or sensor youcan now select:0: keypad tone off; door alarm off1: keypad tone off; door alarm on(after 4 minutes)2: keypad tone off; door alarm on(after 2 minutes)3: keypad tone on; door alarm on(after 2 minutes)




Display brightness You can adjust the display brightness tosuit the light conditions in the room.

The display brightness can be adjustedin steps from 1 to 3. The factory defaultsetting is 3 (maximum brightness).

Changing the display brightness



Touch the sensors for setting thetemperature ( or ) repeatedly untilthe symbol appears in the display.



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By touching the or sensor youcan adjust the display brightness:1: minimum brightness2: medium brightness3: maximum brightness




Sabbath mode The appliance offers a Sabbath modefor the purposes of religiousobservance.

The following are switched off:

– the interior lighting when the door isopened

– all acoustic and optical signals

– the temperature display

– SuperCool and SuperFreeze (ifpreviously switched on)

– the ice cube maker (if previouslyswitched on)

The following can be selected:

– the settings sensor for switching offSabbath mode

– and the On/Off sensor.

The Sabbath mode will switch itself offautomatically after approx. 120 hours.

Ensure that the appliance doors areproperly closed, as visual and audiblealarms are switched off.

Any power failure during this time isnot shown in the display. After apower failure, the appliance restarts inSabbath mode.

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Switching on Sabbath mode






By touching the or sensor youcan now switch on Sabbath mode. Todo this, select setting 1.


The selected setting is applied, the symbol lights up.

As soon as the symbol goes out inthe display after 3 seconds, Sabbathmode is switched on.

Switch off Sabbath mode after theSabbath has passed.

Switching off Sabbath mode

Touch the settings sensor to leave theSabbath mode.

The temperature appears in the displayand the interior lighting switches on.

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Charcoal filter replacementindicator

The appliance is not supplied withfilters with holder KKF-FF (ActiveAirClean). These are available topurchase separately (see “Optionalaccessories”).

After fitting charcoal filters, the charcoalfilter replacement indicator has to beactivated.

You will be reminded to replace thefilters after approx. 6 months (see“Cleaning and Care - Replacing thecharcoal filters”). The symbol willlight up in the display.

After replacing the charcoal filter(s), thecounter must be reset. The indicator willthen go out.

Activating the charcoal filterreplacement indicator or resettingthe counter


All symbols available for selection willappear in the display and the symbol flashes.




Touch or to make your selection:: Charcoal replacement indicatordeactivated1: Charcoal replacement indicatoractivated2: Counter reset



Touch the settings sensor to leavesettings mode.Otherwise, the appliance electronicswill exit settings mode automaticallyafter approximately one minute.

Using the refrigerator efficiently

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

Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowestsection of the appliance. Make use ofthe different temperature zones whenplacing food in the appliance.

To allow air to circulate efficiently, donot pack food too closely together inthe refrigerator.

Do not cover the fan in the rear wall ofthe refrigerator, as this is essential forkeeping the appliance cool.

Food must not touch the back of therefrigerator section as it may freeze tothe back wall.

This appliance has DynaCool, whichhelps to keep an even temperaturewhen the fan is running. WhenDynaCool is switched on, thedifference between the various zonesis less pronounced.

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 refrigeratorsection is directly above thePerfectFresh Pro zone dividing plateand at the back of the appliance. Thetemperature in the PerfectFresh Prozone compartments is even colder.

Use these areas in the refrigeratorsection and in the PerfectFresh Prozone 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 ofapprox. 4 °C.

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

What to be aware of whenshopping for foodThe freshness of food when first placedin the appliance is the most importantfactor in determining how long it staysfresh, and how long it can be kept in theappliance.Always observe the use-by date andthe recommended storage temperature.Time out of the refrigerator should bekept to a minimum, for example, whentransporting food in a hot car.

Useful tip: Take a cooler bag with youwhen shopping and on return placefood into the appliance immediately.

Storing food correctlyEnsure that food stored in therefrigerator section is in packaging orcovered properly (some exceptionsapply in the PerfectFresh Pro zone).This will prevent food smells fromaffecting other foods, food from dryingout, and also any cross-contaminationof bacteria. This is especially importantwhen storing meat products.By ensuring that the temperaturesettings are correct and by takingappropriate hygiene measures, you canprolong the storage life of your foodconsiderably.

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The PerfectFresh Pro zone providesideal storage conditions for fruit,vegetables, fish, meat and dairyproducts. Food stays fresh considerablylonger while retaining both flavour andvitamins.

The temperature in the PerfectFresh Prozone is controlled automatically andmaintained at 0 to 3 °C. While lowerthan the temperature in a conventionalrefrigerator, this is the optimumtemperature range for storing fresh foodwhich is not sensitive to cold. Thedeterioration process is decelerated atthis temperature range so food can bestored without loss of freshness forconsiderably longer.

In addition, the humidity level in thePerfectFresh Pro zone can be regulatedto suit the food being stored. Foodretains its own moisture if stored at ahigher humidity and does not dry out asquickly. This allows it to stay crisp andfresh for longer.

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

Take food out of the PerfectFresh Prozone approx. 30 to 60 minutes beforeusing it. The aroma and taste do notfully develop until the food hasreached room temperature.

The PerfectFresh Pro zone is dividedinto two compartments:

The Info system (shown here insections) above the PerfectFresh Prozone helps you to choose the correctcompartment and the appropriatesetting in the humidity controlledcompartment.

– The temperature in the upper drycompartment is between 0 and 3 °Cand the humidity level is notincreased . Use this compartment tostore fish, meat, dairy products andany other type of food, providing it iswrapped.

– The lower humidity controlledcompartment has a temperature of0 °C to 3 °C, and the humidity level isincreased depending on the positionof the slide control: not increased,or / increased. With increasedhumidity use this compartement tostore fruit and vegetables.

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Dry compartment The dry compartment is suitable forstoring perishable foods such as:

– Fresh fish, shellfish and crustaceans

– Meat, poultry, sausages

– Deli salads

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

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

The most important aspect of the drycompartment is its low temperature.The humidity level is similar to that in aconventional refrigerator.

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.

Humidity controlledcompartment , /

Humidity level not increased

At the setting the humidity controlledcompartment becomes a drycompartment - the slide control opensthe vents in the compartment so thatmoisture can escape (see “Drycompartment ”).

Increased humidity /

With the slide control in the or setting, the humidity controlledcompartment is suitable for storing fruitand vegetables:

– Select the setting if storing a largequantity of fruit and vegetables - theslide control partially closes the ventsin the compartment so that some ofthe moisture present is retained.

– To store only a small quantity of fruitand vegetables in the humiditycontrolled compartment, select the setting - the slide control closesthe 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 has collectedin the compartment, select the setting. If the humidity level is toolow, wrap the food in airtight packaging.

The humidity level in the humiditycontrolled compartment is determinedby the type and quantity of food beingstored when it is not packaged.


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High humidity in the humiditycontrolled compartment can causecondensate to build up on the floorof the compartment as well asbeneath the lid.This should be removed with a cloth.

Note for test institutes:When measuring the energyconsumption in accordance with thestandard, the slide control in thehumidity controlled compartmentshould be set to the setting(“increased humidity”).

Regulating the humidity level in thehumidity controlled compartment

The slide control is used to regulate theamount of moisture in the humiditycontrolled compartment with thesettings , and .

Push the slide control all the way tothe back and then slowly release it.

The slide control will automatically clickinto the position.

To select setting or , push theslide control to the back again andrelease it so that it clicks into position or .


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If you are not satisfied with yourstored food (for example the foodwilts or becomes limp after only ashort storage time), check thefollowing:

Only place fresh food in the applianceas the initial condition of the food iscrucial to maintaining freshness.

Clean the PerfectFresh Procompartments before storing food inthem.

Dry the surface of very moist foodbefore placing it in the refrigerator.

Do not store any food in thePerfectFresh Pro zone which issensitive to cold (see “Food which isnot suitable for storage in therefrigerator section”).

For the type of food being stored,select the correct PerfectFresh Procompartment and the appropriateposition of the slide control for thehumidity controlled compartment (lowor high humidity).

An increased humidity level / inthe humidity controlled compartmentis achieved by the moisture present inthe food being stored, i.e. the morefood stored in the compartment, thehigher the humidity.If too much moisture has gathered inthe compartment at the settingand the food has been affected,select the setting. Otherwise drythe floor and underneath the lid witha cloth and place a rack or similaritem in the compartment so thatexcess moisture can drain away.If the humidity level is too low despitethe setting, wrap the food inairtight packaging.

If you think that the temperature inthe PerfectFresh Pro zone is too highor too low, try regulating it slightlyfirst by changing the temperature by1 or 2 °C. See “Adjusting thetemperature in the PerfectFresh Prozone”. If ice crystals start to form onthe floor of the PerfectFresh Procompartments, increase thetemperature as otherwise the coldtemperature will damage the food.

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Adjusting the door shelf /bottle shelf Lift up the door shelf / bottle shelf

and pull it towards you to remove it.

Replace the shelf at the requiredheight. Ensure that it is securelypushed back into position.

Adjusting the bottle holder

The bottle holder can be moved to theleft or right to create more room fordrink cartons.

The bottle holder can be removedcompletely, e.g. for cleaning:

Lift up the bottle shelf and pull ittowards you to remove it.

Detach the bottle holder from theback edge of the bottle shelf.

Moving the adjustable shelf /adjustable shelf with lightingThe shelves can be adjusted accordingto the height of the food.

Raise the shelf and pull it forwardsslightly until the notch at the side is inline with the shelf support. It can thenbe raised or lowered to the requiredlevel.

Push in the shelf until it clicks intoposition.

The raised edge at the back must faceupwards to prevent food from touchingthe back of the appliance and freezingto it.

Stoppers prevent the shelves frombeing dislodged by mistake.

Adjustable shelves with lighting

The LED lighting is located on thestainless steel strip of the adjustableshelf. By adjusting the position of theshelf in the refrigerator section, you canchange the illumination in this sectionaccording to your needs.


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Adjusting the bottle rack

The bottle rack is available as anoptional accessory (see “Guide to theappliance - Optional accessories”).

The bottle rack can be placed ondifferent levels in the appliance.

Raise the rack and pull it forwardsslightly until the notch at the side is inline with the shelf support. It can thenbe raised or lowered to the requiredlevel.

The stop bar at the back must faceupward to prevent the bottles fromtouching the back wall.

The bottle rack has stoppers at thesides to prevent it from being pulledout unintentionally.

PerfectFresh Pro zone drawersThe drawers in the PerfectFresh Prozone sit on telescopic runners and canbe removed for filling, emptying orcleaning purposes:

Remove the bottle shelf from the doorto make it easier to take out thedrawers.

Pull the drawer out as far as it will go.

Holding the sides of the drawer at theback, lift it up and then pull itforwards and out.

Push the runners back in to avoidinjury or damage.

Carefully pull the lid between thedrawers slightly forwards, then take itdown and out.


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

To replace the lid, insert it fromunderneath into the holders and pushit back until it clicks into place.

To replace the drawers

Push the runners back in completelyand then place the drawers on them.

Push the drawers back into theappliance until they click intoposition.

Moving the charcoal filters

Charcoal filters and a KKF-FF (ActiveAirClean) holder are available asoptional accessories (see “Guide tothe appliance - Optional accessories”).

When you are storing very strongsmelling food (e.g. very ripe cheese):

– Place the holder with the charcoalfilters on the shelf where this food iskept.

– Change the charcoal filters sooner ifnecessary.

– Use more charcoal filters (withholders) in the appliance (see “Guideto the appliance - Optionalaccessories”).

The holder for the charcoal filters sitson the protective strip at the back of theshelf.

To move the charcoal filters, pull theholder upwards to remove it from theprotective strip.

Refit it on the protective strip of theshelf you wish to use it on.

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Freezing fresh foodFresh food should be frozen as quicklyas possible. This way the nutritionalvalue of the food, its vitamin content,appearance and taste are not impaired.

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; the restcollects around the food.

If food is frozen quickly, the cells haveless time to lose moisture, so theyshrink less. As there is not so muchmoisture loss, it is easier for the food toreabsorb it during the defrostingprocess, and very little water collectsaround the defrosted food.

Storing frozen foodWhen buying frozen food to store inyour freezer section, check

– that the packaging is not damaged,

– the use-by date,

– the temperature at which the frozenfood is being stored in the shop. Thelength of time it can be kept isreduced 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.

Store it in the freezer compartment assoon as possible.

Never refreeze partially or fullydefrosted food. Consume defrostedfood as soon as possible as it willspoil if left for too long. Defrostedfood may only be refrozen after it hasbeen cooked.


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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 may also besealed using home heat sealing kits.

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Before placing food in the freezer

When freezing more than 2 kg offresh food, switch on the SuperFeezefunction for some time before placingfood in the freezer (see “UsingSuperCool and SuperFreeze”). Thishelps food which is already stored inthe freezer to remain frozen.

Placing food in the freezer

The following maximum loadingweights must not be exceeded: – Freezer drawer = 25 kg– Glass shelf = 35 kg

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

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

- Freezing small items

Freeze small items in the upper freezerdrawers.

Place the food flat in the bottom ofthe freezer drawer so that it freezesthrough to the core as quickly aspossible.

- Freezing the maximum amount

Ensure ventilation slots at the backof the freezer section are always freefrom obstruction.If the ventilation slots are blocked thecooling performance will decreaseand energy consumption willincrease.Place food on the glass plate in sucha way that the ventilation slots arenot blocked.

Please note that when removing thedrawers, the lowest freezer drawermust always remain in the freezer.

Remove the upper freezer drawers.

Place the food flat on the upper glasscold plates so that it freezes throughto the core as quickly as possible.

After the initial freezing process:

Place the frozen food in the freezerdrawer and push it back in.


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Storage time for frozen food

The storage life of food is very variable,even at a constant temperature of-18 °C. Decomposition processes alsotake place in frozen food, albeit at avery reduced speed. For example fatcan become rancid from contact withoxygen in the air. This is why lean meatcan be stored approx. twice as long asfatty meat.

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

Food group Storagetime(months)

Ice cream 2 - 6

Bread, baked goods 2 - 6

Cheese 2 - 4

Fish, oily 1 - 2

Fish, lean 1 - 5

Sausage, ham 1 - 3

Game, pork 1 - 12

Poultry, beef 2 - 10

Vegetables and fruit 6 - 18

Herbs 6 - 10

Where the storage time given on thepackaging differs, follow the advice onthe packaging.

Defrosting frozen food

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 fishcan be placed directly into a hot fryingpan.

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.

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


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Cooling drinks quickly

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


Removing the drawers and glassplates from the freezer

The drawers can be removed for filling,emptying or cleaning purposes.

You can also use the space in thefreezer more flexibly. If you wish tofreeze large items such as a turkey orgame, the glass cold plates betweenthe drawers can be removed.

Pull out the drawers as far as they willgo, and then lift them up and out.

Lift the glass plate slightly, pull itforwards and out.

Using accessories

Cool pack

The cool pack prevents the temperaturein the freezer rising too quickly in theevent of a power cut, thus extendingthe time for which food can be storedwithout power to the appliance.

Place the cool pack in the top drawerof the freezer section.

The cool pack will be at its mosteffective after it has been in the freezerfor approx. 24 hours.

In the event of a power cut:

Place the cool pack directly on top ofthe frozen food in the front of the topdrawer so that the food will be keptcold for as long as possible.

Useful tip: When placing fresh food inthe freezer, use the cool pack toseparate the fresh food from the foodwhich is already frozen so that thefrozen food does not begin to thaw.

Useful tip: The cool pack can also beused in a cool bag to keep food ordrinks cool for a short period of time.

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

Danger to health!The ice cube maker and watersupply pipework must be rinsed:– before using it for the first time– if the ice cube maker has not beenused for a long time – regularly when in continuous use(at least once a month) to remove iceresidues from the system (to avoid ablockage of the water supply) and– before switching the ice cubemaker off for a long time. See“Cleaning and care – Rinsing the icecube maker” for details on how toenable this function.

Ice cube maker with integratedice cube tray

Only make normal domestic quantitiesof ice cubes with the ice cube maker.

When the appliance is switched on forthe first time, it can take up to24 hours for the first ice cubes to dropout of the ice cube maker and collectin the drawer.After the ice cube maker has beenswitched off and on again, thisprocess lasts max. 6 hours.

The automatic ice cube maker islocated in the ice cube drawer .

When the ice cube maker is switchedon, the indicator light on the ice cubemaker lights up.

Ice cubes can only be made when theice cube drawer is completely closed.

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An ice cube tray is integrated in theice cube maker where ice cubes areproduced.

The ice cube tray automatically emptiesinto the drawer as soon as ice cubesare produced. Once a certain fill levelhas been reached, the automaticproduction of ice cubes stops. Thedrawer will not fill up to the top edge.

The ice cube maker can be switchedoff independently of the freezersection if you do not want theappliance to make any ice cubes.

If the ice cube maker is switched off,the ice cube drawer can be used as anextra drawer for freezing fresh foodand storing frozen food.

Switching the ice cube makeron and off

Make sure that the ice-cube drawer isempty before switching on the ice-cube maker.



Touch the sensors for setting thetemperature ( or ) repeatedly untilthe symbol for the ice cube maker appears in the display.


Touch the and sensors to setthe ice cube maker: 0: Ice cube maker is switched off1: Ice cube maker is switched on


The selected setting will be adopted.

Touch the settings sensor to leavesettings mode, or

close the appliance door.

The electronics will otherwise switch tonormal operation after approximatelyone minute.

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Making a large quantity of icecubesThe number of ice cubes produceddepends on the temperature in thefreezer. The lower the temperature, themore ice cubes are produced within agiven time. At a temperature of -18 °C,approx. 1 kg of ice cubes will beproduced within 24 hours.

Useful tip: If you require a largequantity of ice cubes, replace the fullice cube drawer with the drawer besideit on the right.

The ice cube maker will begin toproduce ice cubes again as soon asthis drawer has been placed in positionand closed properly.

Changing the size of the icecubesThe size of the ice cubes depends onthe quantity of water being taken in.You can set this quantity according toyour wishes. To make larger ice cubes,increase the amount of water beingtaken in by the ice cube maker. Thefactory default setting for the amount ofwater is medium (E 3).

Setting the water quantity

The setting can only be selected if theice cube maker is switched on.


All selectable symbols appear in thedisplay and the symbol flashes.

Touch the sensors for setting thetemperature ( or ) repeatedly untilthe symbol for the ice cube maker appears in the display.


By touching the and sensors,you can now alter the water volume: 0: the ice cube maker is off 1: the ice cube maker is on 2: set the water volume 3: select the ice cube tray cleaningposition 4: rinse the ice cube maker


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By touching the or sensor, youcan now set the water volume yourequire (E1 to E8): E1: low water volume E8: high water volume


The selected setting will be adopted.

Touch the settings sensor to leavesettings mode, or

close the appliance door.

The electronics will otherwise switch tonormal operation after one minute.

Switching the ice cube makeron/off with the On/Off button Open the ice cube drawer slightly.

Press the On/Off button on the icecube maker

– until the indicator light comes on.Thesymbol for the ice cube maker will appear in the display. The icecube maker is now on.

– until the indicator light goes out.Thesymbol for the ice cube maker will disappear from the display. Theice cube maker is now off.

Close the ice cube drawer.

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Refrigerator section andPerfectFresh Pro zoneThe refrigerator section and thePerfectFresh Pro zone defrostautomatically.

Condensate and frost can build up onthe back wall of the PerfectFresh Prozone while the compressor is running.You do not need to remove this, as itwill defrost and evaporate automaticallywith the warmth generated by theappliance.

The condensate is drained awaythrough a channel and drain hole, thenfed into an evaporation system at theback of the appliance.

Condensate must be able todrain away unhindered at all times.Keep the condensate channel anddrain hole clean to enable this.

Freezer sectionThe 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.

Steam from a steam cleaningappliance could reach the electricalcomponents and cause a shortcircuit.Do not use a steam cleaner to cleanthe appliance.

Cleaning water must not get into thedrain hole.

The data plate located inside theappliance must not be removed. Itcontains information which is requiredin the event of a service call.

Cleaning agents

Cleaning and conditioning agentsused inside the appliance must befood safe.

To 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.

To clean the stainless steel surfaceson the appliance, we recommendusing the Miele Care product forstainless steel (see “Optionalaccessories”).This product contains substances thatare gentle to stainless steel surfacesand, unlike stainless steel cleaners, itdoes not contain polishing agents.Soiling is gently removed and eachtime the original Miele Care productfor stainless steel is used, it applies aprotective film against dirt and water.

We recommend using lukewarm waterwith a little washing-up liquid to cleanthe appliance.

The following pages contain importantinformation on cleaning.

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Rinsing the ice cube maker

The ice cube maker and watersupply pipework must be rinsed:– before using it for the first time– if the ice cube maker has not beenused for a long time – regularly when in continuous use(at least once a month) to remove iceresidues from the system (to avoid ablockage of the water supply) and– before switching the ice cubemaker off for a long time.

After selecting “Rinse the ice cubemaker”, the ice cube maker and thewater pipes will be rinsed automatically.

The ice cube tray will rotate into thecleaning position so that it can be driedby hand.

The water is collected in the ice cubetray drawer .

Ensure the ice cube drawer is emptybefore selecting “Rinse the ice cubemaker”. The water will otherwise flowonto the contents of the drawer.

The “Rinse the ice cube maker”setting can only be selected whenthe ice cube maker is switched on.



Touch the sensors for setting thetemperature ( or ) repeatedly untilthe ice cube maker symbol flashes in the display.


By touching the or sensors youcan now select the setting you want:0: the ice cube maker is switched off1: the ice cube maker is switched on2: set the water volume3: select the ice cube tray cleaningposition4: rinse the ice cube maker


The selected setting will be adopted.The ice cube maker symbol willflash in the display and the indicatorlight on the ice cube maker will flash aslong as the ice cube maker is beingrinsed.

You will hear the ice cube tray turning toa slanted position.

Wait until the ice cube tray hascompleted this rotation beforecontinuing.

The ice cube maker will then switch off.

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Carefully remove the ice cube drawerwhich is now filled with water. Emptyand clean it.

The ice cube tray is not removableand can only be cleaned when inplace.

Dry the ice cube tray with a softcloth.

As soon as the ice cube maker isswitched back on, the ice cube trayrotates back into its original position.

Cleaning the ice cube tray

Clean the ice cube tray,– before switching off the ice cubemaker for a long time.– regularly, to remove ice and waterresidues.

If you have already selected thesetting “Rinse the ice cubemaker” (see “Rinsing the ice cubemaker”), the ice cube tray will alreadybe in the cleaning position.

The ice cube tray is not removableand can only be cleaned when in place.To do this, place the ice cube tray in thecleaning position.

Setting the cleaning position

The setting can only be selected if theice cube maker is switched on.

Empty the ice cube drawer.



Touch the sensors for setting thetemperature ( and ) repeatedlyuntil the ice cube maker symbol flashes in the display.


By touching the and sensors,you can now select the setting youwant:0: the ice cube maker is switched off1: the ice cube maker is switched on2: set the water volume3: select the ice cube tray cleaningposition4: rinse the ice cube maker


The selected setting is saved and youwill hear the ice cube tray moving into aslanted position.

Wait until the ice cube tray hascompleted this rotation beforecontinuing.

The ice cube maker will then switch off.The symbol for the ice cube maker will disappear from the display.

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Remove and clean the ice cubedrawer.

The ice cube tray is not removableand can only be cleaned when inplace.

Clean the ice cube tray .

As soon as the ice cube maker isswitched on the ice cube tray rotatesback to its original position.

Preparing the appliance forcleaning Switch the appliance off.

The display goes dark and the coolingis switched off.If this is not the case, the safety lock ison (see “Further settings - Switching thesafety lock on/off”).

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

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

Remove the door shelves and thebottle shelves from the door.

Remove the compartment drawersand their lids from the PerfectFreshPro zone (see “Adjusting the interiorfittings - PerfectFresh Pro zonecompartments”).

Remove the glass shelf from thedividing plate.

Take out all other removable parts forcleaning.

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Dismantling the adjustable shelves /adjustable shelves with lighting

The stainless steel strip with LEDlighting must not be placed in waterwhen cleaning it.Clean the stainless steel strip withLED lighting with a damp cloth.

The stainless steel strip with LEDlighting or the stainless steel trim onthe adjustable shelves is not suitablefor cleaning in a dishwasher.Remove the strips before placing theshelves in the dishwasher.

Proceed as follows to remove thestainless steel strip with LED lightingand the rear protective strip:

Place the adjustable shelf on a softsurface (e.g. tea towel) with the topside facing downwards.

The stainless steel strip with LEDlighting has a metal disc (contacts) atthe front left corner which suppliespower to the LED lighting.These can become damaged whenthe strip is removed.Ensure that you always loosen theside on which the contacts (metaldisc) are not located first.

Grasp the plastic surround on theleft-hand side of the stainless steelstrip at its rearmost point.

1. Pull the plastic surround away fromthe shelf and

2. pull the strip off at the same time.Then do the same on the oppositeside.

3. Remove the protective strip at theback.

After cleaning, reattach the stainlesssteel strip and the protective strip inreverse order.

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Dismantling the bottle and doorshelves

The stainless steel trim on thebottle and door shelves is notsuitable for cleaning in a dishwasher.Remove the trim before cleaning thedoor shelves in a dishwasher.

To remove the stainless steel trim:

Place the door/bottle shelf with thefront side on the work surface.

Remove one end of the trim and pullit off the shelf. Then remove the entirestainless steel trim from the shelf.

After cleaning, reattach the stainlesssteel trim in reverse order.

Cleaning the interior andaccessories

Clean the appliance at least once amonth.

Clean up any spills, stains or foodimmediately. Do not allow them to dryand stick to the appliance.

Clean the interior with a cleansponge, lukewarm water and a littlewashing-up liquid.

After cleaning, wipe with clean waterand dry with a soft cloth.

The stainless steel trim on the bottleor door shelves is not suitable forcleaning in a dishwasher.Remove the stainless steel trim andstrips before putting the shelves intothe dishwasher.

The following parts cannot be cleanedin a dishwasher:

– the stainless steel trims or strips

– the protective strips at the back ofthe adjustable shelves

– all drawers and drawer lids(depending on model)

– the bottle rack

– the cool pack

Clean these parts by hand.

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The following parts are suitable forcleaning in a dishwasher:

The maximum temperature of thedishwashing programme selectedmust not exceed 55 °C.

Contact with natural dyes fromcarrots, tomatoes and ketchup maydiscolour the plastic parts in thedishwasher.This discolouration does not affect thestability of the parts.

– Bottle holder, butter dish, egg tray(depending on model)

– the bottle and door shelves (withoutstainless steel trim)

– the adjustable shelves (with the trimand strips removed)

Clean the condensate channel anddrain hole frequently so thatcondensate can drain awayunhindered. Use a straw or similar toclear the drain if necessary.

To do this, remove the PerfectFreshPro zone drawers.

Be careful not to wash out thespecial lubricant in the telescopicrunners during cleaning.

The PerfectFresh Pro zone drawers siton telescopic runners. Wipe thetelescopic runners with a damp clothto clean them.

Remove any soiling on stainless steeltrims and strips with the Miele Careproduct for stainless steel.

Useful tip: Always apply this careproduct after cleaning to protectstainless steel surfaces and prevent re-soiling.

Leave the door open to air theappliance for a short while and toprevent odours building up.

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Cleaning the door seals

If a door seal is damaged or if ithas come out of the groove, the doorwill not close properly and coolingperformance will be reduced.Condensate will build up in theinterior and this can cause a build-upof ice.Do not damage the door seals andensure that they do not come out oftheir groove.

Do not use any oils or grease on thedoor seals as these will cause theseals to deteriorate and becomeporous over time.

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

Cleaning the air vents

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.

Starting up the appliance aftercleaning Refit all shelves and accessories in

the appliance.

Reconnect to the mains and switchthe appliance back on.

Switch on the SuperFreeze functionfor a while so that the freezer sectioncan cool down quickly.

Switch on the SuperCool function fora while so that the refrigerator sectioncan cool down quickly.

Place food back in the refrigeratorsection and close the door.

Place the freezer drawers with thefrozen food back into the freezersection and close the door.

Switch off the SuperFreeze functionas soon as the temperature in thefreezer is a constant -18 °C or colder.

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Replacing the charcoal filters

Charcoal filters and a KKF-FF (ActiveAirClean) holder are available asoptional accessories (see “Guide tothe appliance - Optional accessories”).

Replace the charcoal filters in theholder every 6 months.

Replacement KKF-RF charcoal filtersare available from Miele or via theinternet at shop.miele.com.

Useful tip: The holder for the charcoalfilters is dishwasher-safe.

Pull the charcoal filter holder upwardsto remove it from the shelf.

When in position the charcoal filtersmust not touch the back wall of theappliance as the moisture couldcause them to stick to the back wall.Insert the new charcoal filters intothe holder so that they do notprotrude over the edge of the holder.

Remove both charcoal filters andplace the new filters with the raisededge pointing downwards in theholder.

Place the holder in the middle of theraised edge at the back of the shelfso that it clicks into position.

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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 will notneed 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

The appliance is notgetting cold, the interiorlighting does not comeon when the door isopened, and the displayis not lit up.

The appliance is not switched on and the mainsconnection symbol is lit up in the display. Switch the appliance on.

The plug is not correctly inserted into the socket ornot switched on at the socket. Insert the plug correctly into the socket and switch

on. The mains connection symbol appears inthe display when the appliance is switched off.

Check whether the mains circuit breaker has tripped.There could be a fault with the appliance, thehousehold electrical wiring or another electricalappliance. Contact a qualified electrician or Miele.

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

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

The 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 freezer tobecome too warm. See the information in “Installation – Location”. Increase the temperature of the room.


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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 are covered or have become toodusty. 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 once forrefrigerating 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 section. 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. The higherthe room temperature, the longer the compressor willrun. See “Installation advice - Location”.

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 turn SuperFreeze off early

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The compressor runscontinuously.

This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressorruns at a lower speed, but for longer, when lesscooling is required.

An LED indicator light isflashing at the back ofthe refrigerator at thebottom near thecompressor (dependingon model). The electronic unit forthe compressor isequipped with anoperation and faultdiagnosis LED indicatorlight.

The indicator light flashes several times every5 seconds. A fault has occurred. Call Miele.

The indicator light flashes regularly every15 seconds. This is not a fault. This flashing is normal.

Ice or condensation hasbuilt up inside theappliance.

The door seal has come out of its groove. Check that the door seal is correctly seated in the

groove.The door seal is damaged. Check if the door seal is damaged.

The door seal isdamaged and needs tobe replaced.

No tools are required to change the door seal. Change the door seal. A replacement is available

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Messages in the display

Message Possible cause and remedy

The symbol lights upin the display. Youcannot switch theappliance off.

The safety lock has been activated. Deactivate the safety lock (see “Further settings –

Switching the safety lock on/off”).

The alarm symbol lights up in the displaytogether with therefrigerator sectionsensor, and an acousticalarm can be heard.

The door alarm has been activated. Close the appliance door. The alarm symbol

will go out and the alarm will stop.

The alarm symbol flashes in the displaytogether with thesensor for the freezersection. An audiblealarm will also sound.

The temperature alarm has been activated.The temperature in the freezer has risen higher orfallen lower than the temperature which has been set.This could be due to, for example:

– the freezer door being opened too often, or beingleft open.

– a large quantity of food being placed in the freezersection at once without switching on SuperFreeze.

– a lengthy interruption to the power supply.

Rectify the cause of the alarm.

The alarm symbol will go out and the sensor forthe freezer section lights up again constantly. Thealarm will stop. 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.

lights up in thedisplay.

The Replace charcoal filter reminder setting hasbeen activated. This is the reminder to change thecharcoal filter (Active AirClean). Replace the charcoal filters in the holder (see

“Cleaning and care - Replacing the charcoalfilters”).

Reset the counter (see “Further settings - Charcoalfilter replacement indicator ”).


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When the ice cubemaker is switched on,the symbol flashesin the display and theindicator light on the icecube maker flashes.

The water inlet is not open. Open the water supply.

The ice cube makersymbol and thealarm symbol areflashing in the displayand the indicator lighton the ice cube makerflashes.

There is a fault with the ice cube maker. Call Miele.

The power symbol flashes in the displayand the warning tonesounds.The temperature displaywill show the warmesttemperature recorded inthe freezer during apower failure or aninterruption to thepower supply.

Indication of a power failure: The temperature in theappliance over the last few days or hours has risentoo high because of a power cut or an interruption tothe power supply.The appliance will go back to the last temperaturesetting when the power is back on. Touch the alarm off sensor.

The display of the warmest temperature recorded inthe freezer will disappear. The display will then revertto showing the current temperature in the freezersection. 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.

“F0 to F9” appears inthe display.

There is a fault. Call Miele.

The following appearsin the display:“FE*”.

There is a fault. Call Miele.


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The symbol lights upin the display and theappliance does not getcold, although thecontrols and the interiorlighting are working.

Demo mode is switched on. This allows the applianceto be presented in Miele Experience Centres and retailstores without switching on refrigeration. Do notactivate this setting for domestic use. Switch off Demo mode (see “Information for Miele

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Problems with the ice cube maker


You cannot switch theice cube maker on.

The appliance is not connected to the power supplyor is not switched on. Reconnect to the mains and switch the appliance

back on.

The ice cube maker isnot producing any icecubes.

The appliance or the ice cube maker is not switchedon. Switch on the appliance and the ice cube maker.

The water supply is not open or has not been vented. Open the water supply. Check whether the water supply has been vented.

The drawer of the ice cube maker is not closedproperly. Push the drawer all the way in.

The appliance door has been opened too frequently,causing the compressor to turn on more often and theice-cube maker has iced up. Only open the door when necessary and for as

short a time as possible.The temperature in the freezer section is too high. Set a lower temperature.

The water pressure is too low. Check whether the water pressure is between 1.5

bar (150 kPa) and 6 bar (600 kPa).

Remember that it can take up to 24 hours toproduce the first ice cubes.

The ice cube maker isonly producing smallice cubes.

The size of the ice cubes depends on the quantity ofwater being taken in. You can set this quantityaccording to your wishes. To make larger ice cubes, increase the amount of

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The ice cubes taste orsmell odd.

The ice cube maker has been on for a long time andneeds to be cleaned. Rinse the ice cube maker and inlet pipe regularly

(see “Cleaning and care - Rinsing the ice cubemaker”).

The ice cube maker is seldom used. If you do not useit very often, ice cubes that are stored for a longperiod can absorb the taste and smell of other items. Empty the ice cube drawer if you are not going to

use the ice cube maker for a long time. Rinse the ice cube maker and inlet pipe regularly

(see “Cleaning and care - Rinsing the ice cubemaker”).

Unwrapped food is stored in the freezer. Ice canabsorb the taste and smell of unwrapped food. Store only sealed food in the freezer section.

The ice cube drawer is dirty. If necessary, clean the ice cube drawer.


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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.

Sabbath mode is switched on: the display is darkand the appliance is cooling. Touch the settings sensor to leave the Sabbath

mode.

The temperature will appear in the display and theinterior lighting will come on (see “Further settings -Switching Sabbath mode on/off”).To avoid overheating, the interior lighting switchesitself off automatically after approx. 15 minutes if thedoor is left open. If this is not the case, there is a fault.

Danger of electric shock!There are live electrical components under thelighting cover.The LED lighting must only be repaired or replacedby a qualified service technician.

Danger of injury from LED lighting! Lightintensity corresponds to laser beam class 1/1M.The lighting covers must not be removed ordamaged, or be removed due to damage. Thiscould cause injury to your eyes.Do not look into the LED lighting (laser beam class1/1M) with optical instruments (e.g. a magnifyingglass).

Call Miele.


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The LED lighting on oneof the adjustableshelves does not work.

The adjustable shelf is not sitting correctly in thesupport ribs. Check that the shelf is positioned correctly on the

shelf supports. The shelf has a metal disc(contacts) at the front left corner which suppliespower to the LED lighting.

Push in the shelf until it clicks into position.

The metal disc is not clean and dry. Clean it with a damp cloth and then dry with a lint-

free cloth.The LED lighting on the stainless steel strip is faulty.

Danger of electric shock!There are live electrical components under thelighting cover.The LED lighting must only be repaired or replacedby a qualified service technician.

Danger of injury from LED lighting. Lightintensity corresponds to laser beam class 1/1M.The lighting covers must not be removed ordamaged, or be removed due to damage. Thiscould cause injury to your eyes.Do not look into the LED lighting (laser beam class1/1M) with optical instruments (e.g. magnifyingglass or similar).

Replace the shelf with LED lighting (available fromMiele).


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The LED lighting on theadjustable shelves doesnot work.

Liquid has spilt onto the LED lighting on one of theshelves or the metal discs (contacts) in the left-handshelf supports. The safety switch-off mechanism has switched off theLED lighting on all the shelves. Wipe the stainless steel strip with LED lighting with

a damp cloth and dry it with a soft cloth, or let itdry outside the appliance. Clean the metal discs(contacts) in the shelf supports in the same way.

Ensure that the contacts are clean and dry beforerefitting the shelves with LED lighting.

Push in the shelf until it clicks into position. Close the appliance door.

When the door is reopened, the interior lighting willwork again.If this is not the case, then there is a fault. Call Miele.


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Other problems


The door to the freezersection will not openbecause it has beenopened and closed toomany times insuccession.

This is not a fault. The suction caused by openingand closing the door is preventing the door fromopening. Wait approx. 1 minute and then try again. Itshould now open without force.

The floor of therefrigerator is wet.

The condensate drain hole is blocked. Clean the condensate channel and drain hole.

There is no audiblealarm although the doorhas been open for along time.

This is not a fault. The alarm tone has been switchedoff in settings mode (see “Further settings - Audibletones ”).

The external walls ofthe appliance feelwarm.

This is not a fault. The heat which results from thecooling process is used to avoid the build-up ofcondensation on the appliance.

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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

The appliance is uneven. Realign the appliance using a spiritlevel, 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 unstable or sticking. Check allremovable items and refit them correctly.

Bottles or containers are touching each other. Separate them.

The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of theappliance. Remove the cable clips.

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Contact in case of faultIn the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, please contactMiele.

Contact information for Miele can befound at the end of this booklet.

Please quote the model and serialnumber of your appliance whencontacting Miele. This information canbe 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.

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Demo mode The appliance can be demonstrated inthe showroom or at exhibitions in“Demo mode”. In this mode the controlpanel and interior lighting are active butthe compressor remains switched off,so that the appliance does not cooldown.

Switching on Demo mode

Switch the appliance off using theOn/Off sensor.If this does not work, the safety lockis still activated.

The temperature display disappearsand the mains connection symbol lights up.

Place your finger on the sensor,and leave it there.

At the same time, briefly touch theOn/Off sensor (without letting go ofthe sensor).

Keep your finger on the sensoruntil the symbol appears in thedisplay.

Then take your finger off the sensor.

Demo mode is switched on and the symbol lights up in the display.

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Switching off Demo mode

The symbol is illuminated in thedisplay.


All selectable symbols appear in thedisplay and the symbol flashes.



1 flashes in the display (Demo mode isactive) and the symbol is illuminated.

Touch the or sensor so that 0appears in the display (Demo mode isinactive).




The Demo mode is switched off and the symbol disappears.

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Information about the watersupply

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

Disconnect the appliance from thepower supply before connecting it tothe water supply.

Turn off the water supply beforeconnecting the water supply line forthe ice cube maker.

The water quality must conform tothe requirements for drinking water inthe country in which the appliance isbeing installed (e.g. 98/83/EU).The appliance must only beconnected to the mains drinkingwater supply.

This appliance meets the requirementsof IEC 61770 and EN 61770.

This appliance must be installed inaccordance with AS/NZS 3500.1 andAS/NZS 3500.2. Back flowprevention is already integrated inthe appliance.

Use the hoses supplied with theappliance. Old or used hoses must notbe connected to the appliance.

The appliance is only suitable forconnection to a cold water line,which

– is directly connected to the freshwater mains in order to ensuresufficient circulation and thereforegood water quality.

Avoid connection to a water supplyin which the water might stagnate.This can affect the taste of water andice cubes.

– withstands the operating pressure.

– complies with hygiene regulations.

The water pressure must be between1.5 and 6 bar (150 and 600 kPa).

The stainless steel hose supplied is1.5 m long and must not be lengthened.

A faulty stainless steel hose mustonly be replaced by an original Mielereplacement hose (available fromMiele). The water hose must besuitable for drinking water.

A tap must be provided between thestainless steel hose and the householdwater supply to ensure that the watersupply can be disconnected ifnecessary.

Make sure that the tap is stillaccessible after the appliance hasbeen installed.

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Connecting the water supply

Disconnect the appliance from thepower supply before establishing themains water connection.

A tap with a ¾ thread is required forconnection to the water supply.

Before using the appliance for the firsttime, the water pipes should be purgedof air by a qualified and competentperson:

– To do so, the stainless steel hoseshould be filled with as much wateras possible before being connectedto the solenoid valve.

– Mop up any spillages with a cloth.

Connect the straight end of thestainless steel hose to the tap.

Ensure that it is screwed intoposition correctly.

The stainless steel hose should beattached to the solenoid valve at thebase of the rear of the appliance.

Secure the stainless steel hose to theappliance housing with the retainingclip.

Ensure that all connections arewatertight.

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

The appliance can now be connectedto the power supply (see “Electricalconnection”).

Push the appliance into its finalposition.

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

After a maximum of 24 hours the firstice cubes will drop out of the ice cubemaker and collect in the drawer.

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The appliance is supplied with a mainscable and moulded plug ready forconnection to an AC single phase 220 – 240 V 50 Hz supply.

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.Connection should be made via asuitable switched socket which is easilyaccessible. For extra safety it isadvisable to install a suitable residualcurrent device (RCD).

The accessibility of the plug mustalways be ensured in order to be able toquickly separate the appliance from themains.

If the mains socket is not accessibleafter the appliance has been built in, aseparator for each terminal must bepresent. There must be an all-polecontact gap of 3 mm in the switch.

The plug and mains connection cablemust not come into contact with theback of the appliance as vibrations cancause damage to these components.This, in turn, could result in a shortcircuit.

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

Do not connect the appliance to themains electricity supply by an extensionlead. Extension leads do not guaranteethe required safety of the appliance(e.g. danger of overheating).

Do not connect the appliance to aninverter such as those used with anautonomous energy source e.g. solarpower. When switched on, peak loadsin the system can cause the safetyswitch-off mechanism to be triggered.This can damage the electronic unit. The appliance must not be used withso-called energy-saving deviceseither. These reduce the amount ofenergy supplied to the appliance,causing it to overheat.

If the mains connection cable needs tobe replaced, this must be done by aqualified electrician.

WARNING:THIS APPLIANCE MUST BEEARTHED.

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Side-by-side unitsThe appliance has two side-wall heatersencased in foam and can be installedside-by-side with other appliances.Each appliance must be installed in itsown housing unit.

Please contact Miele for informationon which combinations are suitable foryour appliance.

Risk of injury and damage!This appliance must be built in,otherwise it could tip over. To avoid ahazard, it must be fixed inaccordance with the instructions.Keep the appliance door(s) shut untilthe appliance has been built in andsecured in its housing in accordancewith these operating and installationinstructions.

Fire risk and danger of damage!This refrigeration appliance must notbe installed underneath a cooktop.

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.

When installing the appliance, pleasenote:

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

– The plug and cable must not touchthe rear of the appliance as theycould be damaged by vibrations fromthe appliance.

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

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In environments with highhumidity condensation can build upon the exterior of the appliance.This condensate can cause corrosionof the appliance walls.For prevention, it is advisable toinstall the appliance with sufficientventilation in a dry and/or airconditioned room.After installation please ensure thatthe appliance doors close properly,the ventilation gaps are not coveredand that the appliance has beeninstalled in accordance with theseinstallation instructions.

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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Ventilation

If the required ventilation gapsare not adhered to, the compressorwill switch on more often and run forlonger.This will result in increased energyconsumption and a higher operatingtemperature of the compressor. This,in turn, may cause damage to thecompressor.It is essential to observe the requiredventilation gaps.

Air at the back of the appliance getswarm. The appliance housing unit musttherefore be constructed to allowsufficient space for ventilation (see“Building-in dimensions”).

– Air intake occurs via the plinth atthe bottom of the appliance and theair escapes at the top at the backof the housing unit.

– A ventilation gap of at least 40 mmdepth must be allowed for behind theappliance for air to circulate.

– The ventilation gaps in the plinth,housing unit and above the appliancemust amount to a free airflow of atleast 200 cm² to ensure that air cancirculate without hindrance.

If ventilation grilles are to be insertedinto the ventilation gaps, theventilation gaps must be larger than200 cm². The unobstructed airflow of200 cm² is calculated by adding upthe total area of ventilation openingsin the grilles.

– Important! The larger the ventilationgaps, the less energy the appliancewill use.

The air inlet and outlet must not becovered or blocked in any way. Theymust also be cleaned on a regularbasis to remove dust.

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Top ventilation cross-section

The top ventilation cross-section can beachieved in various ways:

a directly above the appliance with aventilation grille (free airflow of atleast 200 cm²)

b between the kitchen furniture andthe ceiling

c in a suspended ceiling

Furniture door

Horizontal and vertical gaps

The thickness and edge radius of thefurniture door and the gap that runsaround the door, vertically andhorizontally, are specified depending onthe style of kitchen furniture.

It is essential to pay attention to thefollowing:

– Horizontal gap

The gap between the furniture door andthe kitchen unit door above or below,respectively, must be at least 3 mm.

– Vertical gap

If the gap between the appliancefurniture door and the adjoininghousing unit door or wall on thehinged side is too small, theappliance door could collide with theadjoining housing unit door or wallwhen opened.It may be necessary to adjust thesize of this gap to suit the thicknessand edge radius of the appliancefurniture door.

This must be taken into considerationwhen planning your kitchen and whenreplacing an old appliance with a newone to ensure the installation conditionsrequired are met.

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Appliancefurnituredoorthickness A [mm]

Gap X [mm] for different edge radii B

R 0 R 1,2 R 2 R 3

≥16 - 19 min. 3

20 5 4 4 3.5

21 5.5 5 4.5 4

22 6.5 6 5.5 5

Adjoining kitchen furniture front

A = Furniture front thicknessB = Edge radiusX = Gap

Adjoining side wall

A = Furniture front thicknessB = Edge radiusX = Gap

Useful tip: Fit a spacer between thehousing unit body and the side wall.This way you will get a sufficiently widegap.

Weight of the furniture door

If the door panel is too heavy,this can cause damage!Fitting a furniture door panel which isheavier than the maximum permittedweight could damage the hinges.This can cause subsequentfunctional problems.

Before fitting furniture doors, ensurethat the weight of the door does notexceed the maximum permitted:The maximum permitted weight of thefurniture doors is in kg:

Appliance Upperdoor

Lowerdoor

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To fit large or segmented furnituredoors, a mounting kit or another pairof fixing brackets can be ordered fromMiele.

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Before installing the appliance Take the accessory pack which

includes installation parts and otheraccessories out of the appliance andremove the packaging strap holdingthe door in place.

Do not remove the following fromthe rear of the appliance:

– The spacers (depending onmodel).These ensure that the gaprequired between the back of theappliance and the wall is maintained.

– The bags (depending on model)located inside the metal grille (heatexchanger).These are important for the correctfunctioning of the appliance. Theircontents are non-toxic and notdangerous.

Remove any cable clips from theback of the appliance.

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

Remove the red transport safetydevice (depending on model) andclose the hole left by it with thestopper supplied.

Does your old appliance have adifferent hinging mechanism?

If your old appliance had a differenttype of hinging, the furniture door canstill be used. Remove the old hingesfrom the housing unit. They are nolonger required because the furnituredoor will now be fitted to the appliancedoor. All the necessary parts aresupplied or can be ordered from Miele.

Building-in dimensions

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* The declared energy consumption was calculated in a 560 mm deep niche. Theappliance is fully functional in a 550 mm niche but the energy consumption will beslightly higher.

Before installation, ensure the building-in niche matches the required dimensions.The required ventilation gaps must be adhered to in order to ensure the correctfunctioning of the appliance.

Niche height [mm] A

Freezer section[mm]

B

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Limiting the opening angle of the door

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The door hinges are set at the factory toenable the door to be opened wide.

If the opening angle of the door needsto be limited for any reason, the hingecan be adjusted to accommodate this.

For example, if the appliance door hitsan adjacent wall when opened, theopening angle can be limited to 90°.

The locking pins for limiting the dooropening must be fitted before theappliance is installed.

The refrigerator section door must betaken off in order to insert the pin intothe upper hinge of the freezer sectiondoor.

Place the locking pins supplied forlimiting the door opening into thehinges from above.

The door opening angle is now limitedto 90°.

Changing the door hinging

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The appliance is supplied right-handhinged. If left-hand hinging is required,the hinges must be changed.

Two people are needed forchanging the door hinging.

If a door seal is damaged or if ithas come out of the groove, the doorwill not close properly and coolingperformance will be reduced.Condensate will build up in theinterior and this can cause a build-upof ice.Do not damage the door seals andensure that they do not come out oftheir groove.

Preparing to change the door hinging

To change the door hinging, you willneed the following tools:

Place a suitable cover on the floor infront of the appliance to protect theappliance doors and your floor fromdamage.

Remove the adjustable shelves/bottleshelf from the appliance door.

Open both appliance doors.

Remove covers , , and .


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Slightly loosen the screws and on the hinges.

Push doors and outwards andtake them off their hinges.

Unscrew the screws completely.

Place the fixing element on theopposite side and loosely screw inthe screws .

Unscrew the screws completelyand loosely screw them in on theopposite side.

If you have put locking pins into thehinges to stop the door opening toofar: Remove the locking pins from the topof the hinges.


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Carry out the following steps on bothdoors.

Removing the soft-close mechanism

The soft-close mechanismsnaps shut when dismantled.

Place the door with the outer sidedownwards on a stable surface.

Remove the soft-close mechanism from the ball joint.

Unscrew the mounting and removethe soft-close mechanism .

Unscrew the ball joint and screw itinto the adjacent hole.

Now turn over the appliance door sothat the outer side faces upwards(hinges remain open).

Do not close the hinges.

Undo the screws .

Place each hinge on the diagonallyopposite side


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Securing the soft-close mechanism

Now turn over the appliance door sothat the outer side faces downwards.

Screw the mounting onto thehinge and tighten securely.

Open out the soft-close mechanism and hook it onto the ball joint. Push appliance doors and onto

the pre-fitted screws and , thentighten the screws and .

Replace covers , , and .

Refit the locking pins in the top of thehinges to prevent the doors openingtoo far.

The pin must be inserted into thefreezer door hinge before therefrigerator door is fitted (see “Limitingthe opening angle of the door”).

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Two people are required for installingthe appliance.

Install the appliance in a stable, solidhousing unit, positioned on an evenand level floor.

Secure the housing unit againsttipping.

Use a spirit level to align the housingunit. The corners of the housing unitmust be at a 90° angle to each other,otherwise the furniture door will notalign correctly with all 4 corners ofthe housing unit.

The required ventilation gaps must beadhered to (see “Installation advice -Ventilation” and “Building-indimensions”).

To install the appliance, you will needthe following tools:


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Parts required for installation

All installation parts are number coded.This coding is also used in theinstallation instructions.

– Required for installing theappliance in its housing unit:

– Required for fitting the furnituredoors:

All fitting instructions given are for aright hand hinged appliance. If youhave converted the appliance to lefthand hinging you will need to adaptthese instructions accordingly.

Preparing the appliance Position the appliance in front of the

housing unit.

Slide the cover strip into theholders as shown.


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Screw the fixing brackets into thepre-drilled holes in the appliance doorusing the hex screws .

Secure a second pair of fixingbrackets in the handle area of thedoor. Use the pre-drilled holes in theappliance door.

Push the appliance about two thirdsof the way into the building-in niche.When pushing the appliance into itsniche make sure that the mains cabledoes not get trapped.

Useful tip: To help you push it intoposition, tie a piece of string around theplug to “increase” the length of theconnection cable.Then pull the cable by the end of thestring through the housing unit. It willthen be easier to connect it once theappliance is in the unit.

With 16 mm thick unit walls:

Clip the spacers and on theright-hand side of the hinges.

Open both appliance doors.


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Remove the cover .

Secure the securing plate with thescrews loosely into the top left-hand side of the appliance. Do nottighten the screws so that you canadjust the position of this part.

Fit the cover onto the fixingbracket .

Screw the fixing bracket looselyinto the bottom of the appliance withthe screws . Do not tighten thescrews so that you can adjust theposition of this part.

Carefully remove the protective foilfrom the sealing strip .

Fix the sealing strip flush with thefront of the appliance on the dooropening side.

1. Position the sealing strip flush withthe lower edge of the top fixing.

2. Stick it down along its entire length.


If the appliance is pushed too far intothe niche, the doors may not closeproperly once the furniture doorshave been fitted. This can cause iceto build up, condensate toaccumulate and lead to faults in theappliance. These can all lead toincreased energy consumption.Push the appliance into the building-in niche making sure a gap of 42 mmis maintained all round between theappliance carcase and the front ofthe housing unit side walls.


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Push the appliance into the nicheuntil all fixing brackets at the top andbottom are in line with the front edgeof the housing unit side wall.

This will create a gap all round of42 mm to the front edges of thehousing unit side walls.

– With 16 mm thick walls:The spacers should touch the frontedge of the housing unit side walls atthe top and bottom.

– With 19 mm thick walls:The front edges of the top andbottom hinges should be flush withthe front edge of the housing sidewall.

On furniture with door fittings (e.g.stubs, seals etc.): the dimension of these must be takeninto account when making sure thereis a gap all round of 42 mm.

Pull the appliance forwards by theappropriate dimension.

Check again, to make sure there is agap of 42 mm to the front edges ofthe door fittings.

Useful tip: If possible, remove doorfittings and push the appliance into theniche until all fixing brackets at the topand bottom are in line with the frontedge of the housing unit side wall.

Align the appliance on both sides byaltering the adjustable feet using thespanner supplied.


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Securing the appliance in theniche

Press the appliance against the sideof the housing unit on the hinge side.

Screw the chipboard screws through the hinge plates at the topand bottom and then the middle tosecure the appliance to the housingunit.

Push the loose-fitting fixing bracketagainst the side wall.

Screw the fixing bracket to thehousing unit side wall using thescrews . Pre-drill the hole in thehousing unit if necessary.

Secure the fixing bracket to thehousing unit side walls using thescrews . Drill holes in the housingunit side walls if necessary.Important: Push the protrudingbracket using your thumb towardsthe housing unit wall whilst tighteningthe screws. The appliance must notpull back into the unit.

Then tighten the screws and .


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Break off the ends of the bracketsand dispose of them. They are nolonger needed.

Attach the respective covers and to the fixing brackets.

For additional stability of the appliancein the unit, push the rods supplied inunderneath the appliance between itand the floor of the housing unit:

First secure the handle to one ofthe rods .

Use the handle to push the rod intothe guide as far as it will go. Removethe handle and fit it to the other rodand push this into its guide as far as itwill go. Important: Keep the handlesomewhere safe in case you everneed to fit the appliance into a newhousing unit.

Close the appliance doors.


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Fitting the furniture doors

The upper edge of the appliancefurniture door should be aligned withthe height of the furniture doors of theadjacent kitchen units.

The furniture door must be mountedplane and free of tension.

The following chapter describes theinstallation of furniture doors with afurniture front of at least 16-19 mmthickness.

Carry out the following steps on bothdoors.

A gap of 8 mm is set at the factorybetween the appliance door and thefixing bracket. Double check this gapand reset it if necessary.

Push the fitting aids up to theheight of the furniture door: the loweredge X of the fitting aids must be atthe same height as the upper edge ofthe furniture door being fitted (see in diagram).

Useful tip: Push up the fitting aids with the furniture front until they are thesame height as the doors of adjacentkitchen units.

Undo the nuts and take the fixingbracket off together with the fittingaids .


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Place the furniture door with the outerside downwards on a stable surface.

Using a pencil, lightly mark a linedown the centre of the inside of thefurniture door .

Hang the fixing bracket with thefitting aids onto the inside of thefurniture door. Align the fixing bracketcentrally.

Secure the fixing bracket with 6 shortchipboard screws (on cassettedoors, only use 4 screws on eitherside of the bracket). Pre-drill the holesif necessary.

Pull the fitting aids upwards toremove them.Turn them around and fit them intothe middle slots on the fixing bracketfor safe keeping.

Fit the side cover to the fixingbracket on the opposite side of thehinge.

Turn the furniture door over andattach the handle (if needed).


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Open the appliance door.

Hang the furniture door onto theadjusting bolts .

Loosely attach the nuts on theadjusting bolts.

Close the door and check thedistance between the door andneighbouring furniture doors. Thedistance should be the same.

Adjusting the position of thedoor

Adjustment to the sides (X)

Move the furniture door.

Height adjustment (Y)

Use a screwdriver to adjust bolts .

The distance between the appliancedoor and the fixing bracket is set to8 mm at the factory. Adjust thisdistance only within the dimensionsgiven in the diagram.


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Whilst counterholding the adjustingbolts with a screwdriver, tightenthe nuts on the appliance doorswith the ring spanner .

The cover strip must becompletely hidden in the niche, andmust not protrude.

Drill fixing holes in the furnituredoor and screw in the screws .Make sure the two metal edges arealigned (Symbol //).

Close the appliance door and thefurniture door.

Adjusting the depth (Z)

Loosen the screws at the top ofthe appliance door and the screw on the lower fixing bracket. Move thefurniture door to create a gap of2 mm between the furniture door andthe housing unit.


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Tighten all screws again.

Fit the top cover , and click it intoplace.

Fit the side covers , making surethey click into place.

To make sure the appliance iscorrectly fitted:

– The doors must close properly.

– The door must not touch the housingunit.

– The seal at the top edge of thehandle side must fit properly.

To double check, place a torch in theappliance and close the door. Switch the lights off in the room. Ifyou can see any light shining out fromthe sides of the appliance, doublecheck the installation.

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