Operating and Installation Instructions Wine Storage Unit To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance, you must read all instructions supplied before installing for using the appliance. en - US, CA M.-Nr.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Emergency door opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Opening the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Storing wine bottles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Wooden shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Moving the wooden shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Adjusting the wooden shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Labeling wooden shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Before installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Door opening angle limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Installation dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Adjusting the door hinge .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Correct use When using the appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following: ~ This appliance is intended for use in Read all instructions before installation and use to prevent accidents and machine damage. ~ This appliance is intended for only ,This appliance conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety with children Technical safety ~ Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the appliance. ~ The coolant system is tested for ~ Children ages eight and up may only use the appliance oven without supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe manner, and if they are able to recognize and understand the potential risks of improper use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up. For every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m3 of room space is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ Defective components should only be replaced by Miele original parts. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the safety of the appliance. Proper 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 plate inside the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature, e.g.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health. Transport ~ Ensure during and after disposal that the appliance isn't stored in the vicinity of gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids.
Guide to the appliance a For turning the entire appliance on and off b Optical interface (for Service use only) c Activation/deactivation of the DynaCool function (constant humidity) d Activation/deactivation of the feature lighting e X To set a colder temperature f For confirming a selection (OK button) g Y To set a warmer temperature h For accessing or leaving settings mode i For turning the temperature and door alarms off j Display with temperature and symbols (symbols only visible in settings mode; se
Guide to the appliance Explanation of symbols Symbol Meaning Function 0 Safety Lock For preventing inadvertent turning off changing of settings ) Acoustic signals Activation/deactivation of the button tone and the door alarm if it has been activated r Demo mode (only visible when Demo mode is active) For turning off Demo mode s Display brightness For adjusting the brightness of the display Active charcoal filter Lights up when the active charcoal filter needs changing t Confirms that th
Guide to the appliance a Push2Open door catch b Control panel for the wine conditioning zones c Lighting strip d Active charcoal filter e Glass holder* f Wooden shelves with labels (FlexiFrames with Noteboard) g Bottle holder* (ConvinoBox) h Decorative shelf i Safety glass door with UV filter j Ventilation grill with air filter * The sommelier set consists of: A glass holder, a bottle holder, and two covers for the runners 12
Accessories Included accessories Active charcoal filter The active charcoal filter in the top of the appliance achieves optimum air quality by filtering the incoming air. Air filter The air filter behind the ventilation grill protects the cooling system from dust. Chalk Use the chalk to annotate the magnetic strips on the wooden shelves to identify your wines quickly and easily.
Emergency door opener Emergency door opener The Push2Open door catch on your wine storage unit makes it easy to open the door. The appliance door is sensitive to pressure. Opening the door ^ Press briefly against the appliance door and then release it. The appliance door opens automatically by a gap. ^ Open the door fully, e.g. to take out a bottle of wine. To protect against inadvertent opening: if you do not open the door wider, it will close again by itself after approx. 3 seconds.
How to save energy Installation / Maintenance Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption In a well-ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly ventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Away from heat sources (radiator, range/oven). Near a heat source (radiator, range/oven). Where the room temperature Where the room temperature is ideal, i.e. around 68°F is higher. (20°C). Do not block the ventilation openings, and keep them free of dust.
Turning the appliance on and off Before first use Operating the appliance Packaging material The appliance is operated with the use of touch keys activated by a finger. ^ Remove all packaging material from the inside of the appliance. Protective film Stainless steel surfaces have a layer of protective foil to prevent scratching during transportation. ^ Do not remove the foil until the appliance has been positioned in its final location. Start at one of the top corners.
Turning the appliance on and off Turning the appliance off Turning off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time: ^ Touch the On/Off button. If this does not work, the safety lock 0 is activated. The temperature display will go out and the power supply symbol t will appear in the display. The interior lighting goes out and the cooling is turned off.
Selecting additional settings Certain appliance settings can only be selected in the settings mode. The door alarm is automatically disabled when the appliance is in settings mode. Safety lock 0 The safety lock can be activated to prevent: – the appliance being turned off by mistake, – the temperature being changed by mistake, – DynaCool being turned on by mistake, – the feature lighting being turned on by mistake.
Selecting additional settings Acoustic signals ) The appliance features acoustic signals such as a keypad tone and acoustic alarm for the door and temperature alarm. You can turn the button tone or the door alarm acoustic alarm on or off, but you cannot deactivate the temperature alarm. There are four settings to choose from. Option 3 is set the factory, i.e. the button tone and the door alarm are turned on.
Selecting additional settings Display brightness s You can adjust the brightness of the display to suit the light conditions in the room. The display brightness can be adjusted in steps from 1 to 3. The factory default setting is 3 (maximum brightness). Changing the brightness of the display ^ Touch the settings button. All symbols available for selection will appear in the display and the 0 symbol flashes.
Temperature and air quality Wine keeps on maturing depending on the surrounding conditions. The length of time for which wine can be kept in good condition will therefore depend not only on the temperature but also on the air quality. The wine conditioning unit with its constant ideal temperature, increased air humidity and odor-free atmosphere offers the perfect conditions for storing your wine. It also guarantees a vibration-free environment so that the maturing process is not disturbed.
Temperature and air quality Safety device in case of low ambient temperatures The appliance is equipped with a safety thermostat to protect your wine against a sharp drop in temperature. If the external temperature should drop below this level, a heater element turns on automatically to keep the temperature inside as constant as possible. If the ambient temperature continues to fall, the appliance switches itself off automatically.
Temperature and air quality The temperature being set will flash in the display. Possible setting values for the temperature The following information shows in the display when the buttons are tapped: The temperature can be set between 41°F and 68°F (5°C and 20°C). – When first touched: The last temperature selected flashes. Temperature display – Each subsequent touch of the button: The temperature value adjusts in 1° steps. – Keeping your finger on the button: The temperature changes continuously.
Temperature and air quality Air quality and humidity DynaCool (constant humidity) m A conventional refrigerator with its low humidity level is not the best place to store wine. It is very important to store wine in an atmosphere with a high humidity level so that the corks remain moist on the outside. Low humidity causes corks to dry out from the outside, and so do not seal the bottles as tightly. Wine should be stored lying down to keep the corks moist from the inside too.
Temperature and air quality Turning off DynaCool The appliance uses slightly more energy and is a little noisier when the DynaCool function is turned on. You can turn it off occasionally if you wish. ^ Tap the button for constant humidity until it no longer lights up yellow. Air filtering with the active charcoal filter The active charcoal filter achieves optimum air quality by filtering the incoming air. Fresh air from the outside enters the appliance via the active charcoal filter.
Temperature and door alarm The appliance is equipped with an alarm system so that the temperature cannot rise or fall unnoticed, thus possibly damaging the wine. Turning off the acoustic alarm If the acoustic alarm bothers you, it can be silenced. Temperature alarm If the temperature becomes too warm or too cold, the alarm symbol ; will flash in the display. An acoustic alarm will also sound.
Temperature and door alarm Door alarm An acoustic alarm will sound if the door has been left open for longer that 2 minutes. The alarm symbol ; will light up in the display. The acoustic alarm will stop when you close the door. The alarm symbol ; will go out. Turning the door alarm off early If the acoustic alarm bothers you, it can be silenced. ^ Tap the sensor button to turn off the door alarm. The acoustic alarm will stop. The alarm symbol ; will continue to light up until you close the door.
Feature lighting The interior lighting can be set to remain on when the door is closed so your wines can be on display at all times. Setting the brightness of the feature lighting The brightness of the feature lighting can be adjusted. Thanks to the use of LED lighting, the wine will not be adversely affected by heat or UV light. Turning the feature lighting on and off ^ Tap the On/Off sensor button for the feature lighting so that it is highlighted in yellow.
Feature lighting The selected brightness is saved and the temperature reappears in the display. As soon as the appliance door is closed, the set brightness for the feature lighting takes effect. When the appliance door is opened, the interior lighting returns to its normal level. By touching the button: – lighting duration is reduced by 30 minutes Lighting duration of the feature lighting The lighting duration for the feature lighting is set to 30 minutes at the factory.
Storing wine bottles Vibration and movement have a negative effect on the maturing process which can affect the taste of the wine. Wooden shelves To avoid disturbing other bottles when removing a bottle of wine, store bottles of the same type beside each other on the same shelf. Avoid stacking bottles on top of one another on the wooden shelves. Always place the bottles in a horizontal position so that the corks can be kept moist on the inside and air is prevented from getting into the bottles.
Storing wine bottles Moving the wooden shelves The wooden shelves can be removed and replaced again if required. The notches on the wooden shelf fit into the retaining brackets. The magnetic strip should be pointing forwards. ^ Pull the wooden shelf out until it stops a. ^ Slide the wooden shelf back into the appliance as far as it will go d. ^ Release the wooden shelf at the back, lifting the shelf on the left and right at the same time b. ^ Lift the wooden shelf forwards to remove it.
Storing wine bottles Adjusting the wooden shelves Labeling wooden shelves The slats in the wooden shelves can be individually adjusted to suit so that every bottle is stored in perfect safety regardless of shape or size. For quick and easy identification of the wines in storage, you can use the chalk supplied to annotate the magnetic strips on the wooden shelves.
Storing wine bottles Securing bottle holders Up to four additional bottles can be supported by bottle holders in the top two wooden shelves. ^ Slide the bottle holders in the positions shown in the drawing. ^ Then lay the bottles on them. ^ Insert the bottle holders at an angle between the two outer slats a. ^ Then twist the bottle holder so that it sits across the slats b. Decorative shelf Place the decorative shelf at the very bottom of the appliance (see "Guide to the appliance").
Storing wine bottles Maximum capacity Up to 46 Bordeaux bottles (0.75 l (25.4 oz.)) can be stored in the appliance. The maximum number of bottles can only be achieved by using all of the wooden shelves. Each wooden shelf has a maximum load-bearing capacity of 55 lbs (25 kg). Do not stack bottles on the wooden shelves.
Sommelier set Covering the runners The sommelier set can be used to have your wine ready for drinking. You can store wine glasses and accessories in the appliance, decant your wine, and store open bottles in the appliance. Setting up the sommelier set ^ Place the two covers supplied a over the runners which are now visible with the thicker side of the cover pointing forwards. Glass holder This can be used for storing and chilling wine glasses.
Sommelier set The wine decanter can be placed in the middle of the shelf, and stored there if you wish. Bottle holder You can store opened wine bottles in the bottle holder c: ^ Remove the necessary number of slats on the wooden shelf and place bottle holder c on it. ^ Position the dividers d in the bottle holder to suit the size of bottles being held. They should be held securely and not rattle against each other.
Automatic defrosting Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the appliance while the compressor is running. These are automatically removed and defrosted by the appliance. The condensate is drained away through a channel and drain hole, then fed into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance.
Cleaning and Care WARNING! Danger of electric shock. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Danger of fire. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. Glass cleaners may be used to clean the exterior. However do not allow them to sit or "puddle", this can cause damage to the surface. Remove the cleaner promptly. – hard, abrasive sponges and brushes, such as pot scrubbers – eraser sponges Make sure that water cannot get into the electronic unit, the ventilation grill, or the lighting.
Cleaning and Care ^ The wooden shelves should only be wiped with a damp cloth. They must not be allowed to get soaked. ^ Only use water to wipe the magnetic strips at the front of the wooden shelves. Do not use a cleaning agent as this would damage the chalkboard paint used on the magnetic strips. ^ After cleaning, wipe the interior and accessories with a damp cloth, and dry with a soft cloth. Leave the door open to air the appliance for a short while.
Active charcoal filter Fresh air from the room enters the appliance through the active charcoal filter, ensuring a fresh, dust-free, odorless air supply. Filtration of air through the filter ensures that only fresh, dust-free, and odorless air gets into the appliance. The active charcoal filter should be changed approx. every 12 months. ^ Remove the back part of the filter from the cover. When the "Change active charcoal filter" indicator lights up, the active charcoal filter needs to be changed.
Active charcoal filter To confirm the filters have been changed, ^ Touch the OK button to confirm your selection. ^ Touch the settings button. All symbols available for selection will appear in the display and the 0 symbol flashes. ^ Tap the buttons for setting the temperature (X or Y) repeatedly until the symbol flashes in the display. The selected setting will be adopted and the symbol will flash. ^ Touch the settings button to leave the settings mode.
Frequently asked questions With the aid of this guide, minor problems can be corrected without a service call. If, having followed the suggestions below, you still cannot resolve the problem, please contact Miele Service. To prevent cold from escaping, open the appliance doors as little as possible until the malfunction has been corrected.
Frequently asked questions The compressor runs for longer periods of time, and the temperature in the appliance drops. Problem Possible cause Solution ^ Correct the temperature The temperature in The temperature setting is setting. the appliance is too too low. low. The appliance door has not ^ Check why the appliance door is not closing been closed properly. properly. The door was opened too frequently. ^ Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible.
Frequently asked questions Indicators in the display Problem Possible cause Solution The alarm symbol ; is lit up and an acoustic alarm is also sounding. The door alarm has been triggered. ^ Close the appliance door. The alarm symbol ; will go out and the acoustic alarm will stop. The alarm symbol ; is flashing and an acoustic alarm is also sounding. The temperature has risen higher or fallen lower than the temperature set. This could be due to, e.g.
Frequently asked questions Interior lighting Problem Possible cause Solution The interior lighting is not working. To avoid overheating, the lighting turns itself off automatically after approx. 15 minutes if the door is left open. If this is not the case, then there is a fault. ^ Contact Miele Technical Service! ^ The LED lighting may only be repaired or replaced by Miele Technical Service. There are live electrical components under the lighting cover. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.
Frequently asked questions Other problems Problem Possible cause There is no acoustic alarm although the door has been open for a long time. This is not a fault. The acoustic alarm has been turned off in settings mode (see "Selecting additional settings - Acoustic signals"). The appliance cannot be turned off. The safety lock is activated. The 0 symbol is lit up in the display. The slats on the wooden shelves are warping.
Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr... This noise may get louder for brief periods when the motor kicks on. Blub, blub.... A gurgling noise can be heard when the refrigerant circulates through the pipes. Click.... Clicking sounds occur whenever the thermostat turns the motor on or off. Sssrrrrr.... In multi-section and frost-free appliances, the movement of air circulating through the appliance can sometimes just barely be heard.
After sales service In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, please contact – your Miele dealer or – Miele Technical Service. See back cover of the this manual contact details. When contacting Miele Technical Service, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance. Warranty For additional information, please refer to your warranty booklet.
Information for dealers Demo mode r The appliance can be demonstrated in the showroom or at exhibitions in "Demo mode". In this mode the control panel and interior lighting are active but the compressor remains turned off, so that the appliance does not cool down. Turning on Demo mode ^ Keep your finger on the X button until the r symbol appears in the display. ^ Then, take your finger off the X button. Demo mode is turned on and the r symbol is illuminated in the display.
Information for dealers ^ Touch the X or Y button so that 0 appears in the display (Demo mode is inactive). ^ Touch the OK button to confirm your selection. The selected setting will be adopted and the s symbol will flash. ^ Touch the settings button to leave the settings mode. Otherwise the appliance will exit the settings mode automatically after approximately one minute. Demo mode is turned off and the r symbol disappears.
Installation Instructions Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification, technical & warranty information. To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use.
Caring for the environment Disposing of the packaging materials The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Return the packaging to your dealer.
Electrical connection ,Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor may result in electric shock. If you are in any doubt as to whether the appliance has been properly grounded, have the appliance checked by a qualified electrician or service technician. Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous.
Electrical connection The appliance must be connected to an electrical outlet that is properly grounded. The electrical installation must comply with the applicable electrical code. The plug must be easily accessible and not concealed behind the appliance so that the appliance can quickly be disconnected from the electricity supply in an emergency. In addition, no other appliances should be plugged into a socket located directly behind this appliance.
Installation Location To avoid tipping over, the appliance must be properly installed and secured. WARNING! Danger of tilting! To avoid a hazard due to instability of the appliance, it must be secured in accordance with the instructions. Side-by-side installation To avoid a build-up of condensation and resultant damage, refrigerators and freezers should not generally be installed directly next to other such appliances. However, this wine storage unit can be installed side-by-side with certain models.
Installation Ventilation Climate class The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range (ambient temperatures) and should not be used outside this range. The climate range of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
Installation Door opening angle limiter The door opening angle limiter restricts the opening angle to 90°. This may be necessary if the appliance door hits an adjacent wall when opened, for example. The cut-out in the plinth facing must be aligned centrally with the appliance. Before installation ^ Before installation, take any accessories out of the appliance and/or from the back of the appliance. ^ Remove any cable clips from the back of the appliance.
Installation Installation dimensions Before installation, ensure the building-in niche is the correct size. The specified ventilation cross-sections must be adhered to and the cut-out in the plinth must be aligned centrally with the appliance in order to ensure the correct functioning of the appliance. The ventilation grill and foam block supplied must be installed and used together.
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Adjusting the door hinge The door hinging should be changed by authorized service personnel only. Two people are needed for changing the door hinging. ,The second person must support the door. Caution. When the hinge is released, the door is no longer secure. The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand hinging is required, the hinges must be changed. Spread a towel or blanket on the floor in front of the appliance to protect the glass door. ^ Remove screws b first from the lower hinge.
Adjusting the door hinge ^ Unclip upper and lower covers e. ^ Place the door with the outer side upwards on a stable surface. ^ Remove the screws e. Do not close the hinges. Danger of injury. ^ Place each hinge in the corner diagonally opposite from its original position g.
Adjusting the door hinge ^ Replace screws h again. ^ Remove covers j. ^ Take off upper retaining bracket k and replace it on the opposite side. ^ Clip covers i back on. Note the position of the notches on the hinges.
Adjusting the door hinge ,The second person must hold the door firmly. ^ Take off lower retaining bracket l and replace it on the opposite side. ^ Tighten the screws in upper hinge n. ^ Tighten the screws in lower hinge o. ^ Refit door m. ^ The appliance can now be built under.
Under-counter installation Preparing the appliance Two people are required to install the appliance. ^ The appliance must be installed in a stable and correctly aligned niche on a level surface. The air filter prevents soiling of the compressor compartment to ensure efficient functioning of the appliance. ^ The niche must be horizontally and vertically aligned. ^ The required ventilation cross-sections must be ensured (see "Installation - Ventilation" and "Installation dimensions").
Under-counter installation ^ Position the appliance in front of the niche. ^ Screw adjusting feet b to 3/16" (4 mm) less than the height of the niche. The adjusting feet can be adjusted with the wrench supplied c or with a socket wrench d.
Under-counter installation ^ Check the alignment of adjacent furniture housing doors. If adjacent doors vary in height from the wine conditioning unit, see "Aligning the appliance to taller furniture doors". If adjacent furniture doors are the same height as the appliance: Align the appliance horizontally and vertically. If it is not level, the appliance can distort. 66 ^ Open the door by pushing on the front of the door. The door catch e will be protruding.
Under-counter installation Aligning the appliance to taller furniture doors To avoid damaging the appliance, the ventilation grill must be positioned precisely in front of the vent outlet. If you wish to secure a plinth facing across the front of the appliance, make sure it provides adequate ventilation. If adjacent furniture housing doors a are taller than the wine storage unit door, the wine storage unit can be aligned to the unit doors using a filler panel b.
Under-counter installation ^ Loosely hand-screw the bracket with the filler panel to the appliance. ^ Align the filler panel to the door of the wine conditioning unit over the long slots to give a flush finish. ^ Now tighten the screws. ^ Push the appliance into the niche. Pushing the appliance into the niche Make sure that the power cord does not become trapped or damaged as you push the appliance into its niche.
Under-counter installation Securing the appliance in the niche ^ The appliance stands forward of the furniture doors evenly by 1/16" (2 mm). ^ Open the appliance door. ^ Remove cover a and first screw the appliance to the adjacent furniture unit at the top left b. The appliance will be slightly aligned to the left in the niche. The front of the appliance door is flush with the furniture front. ^ Screw the appliance at the bottom left and right to the adjacent furniture units.
Under-counter installation ^ Close the door and check that the side edges of the door are aligned with the side walls of the appliance. Adjusting the lateral alignment of the appliance door If the appliance door is not aligned with the housing side walls, the appliance door can be adjusted using the screws underneath the hinges. ^ Secure the covers. ^ Insert foam block f supplied into the appliance plinth.
Under-counter installation ^ Secure the plinth facing g in position. ^ Replace door catch i to activate the emergency door opener. The cut-out in the plinth facing must be aligned centrally with the appliance. ^ Secure plinth ventilation grill h. As you do, so the foam block will be pushed back. The foam block must be resting against the ventilation grill in order to separate the airflow.
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