Operating and Installation Instructions Fridge-Freezer Combination 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 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 How to save energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Turning the appliance on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents High humidity level . / -. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Adjusting the interior fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Adjusting the door shelf / bottle shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Adjusting the bottle holder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Adjustable shelf / Adjustable shelf with lighting . . .
Contents Lead free certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Service / Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Information for dealers/showrooms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Demo mode r. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before installation and use to prevent accidents and machine damage. This appliance conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ Ensure that any packing material is disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Danger of suffocation! Technical safety ~ The coolant system is tested for leaks. ~ This appliance contains the coolant isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is flammable, it does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the greenhouse effect.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ Do not use the appliance in areas where there may be moisture or splashing water (e.g. garages, laundry rooms, etc.). Moisture can reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit. ~ This appliance is not to be used in non-stationary locations, such as ships. ~ Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check the appliance for visible signs of damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion! ~ Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer section. The cans or bottles could explode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance! ~ When cooling drinks quickly in the Cleaning and care ~ Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ Rinse the ice cube maker and the water pipes: – before using for the first time, – if the ice cube maker hasn't been used for a long time, – regularly if the ice cube maker is constantly on (at least once a month) to remove ice residues and prevent the water pipes from becoming blocked, and – before turning off the ice cube maker for a long period of time.
Guide to the appliance Control panel a For turning the entire appliance on and off.
Guide to the appliance Explanation of symbols Symbol Meaning Function 0 Safety Lock Prevents the user from unintentionally turning off the appliance, adjusting the temperature, turning on the SuperCool functions or entering settings. ® Ice Cube Maker Turning the ice cube maker on and off; setting the water quantity; rinsing the ice cube maker; setting the cleaning position of the ice cube tray; flashes when there is a fault with the ice cube maker.
Guide to the appliance a Control panel b Fan c Egg tray / Door shelf d Shelf e Shelf with lighting (FlexiLight) f Bottle shelf g PerfectFresh Pro zone interior lighting h PerfectFresh Pro zone dry compartment i Condensate channel and drain hole j Moisture level control in the humidity-controlled compartment k PerfectFresh Pro zone humidity-controlled compartment l Ice cube drawer with automatic ice cube maker m Freezer drawers 12
Guide to the appliance Optional accessories Stainless steel trim with LED lighting for shelf (FlexiLight) LED lighting b is located on the stainless steel trim, which is supplied with electricity via metal discs (contacts) a. Refrigerator lighting can be customized to your needs by changing the position of the shelf. Stainless steel maintenance – Each application of the Miele stainless steel conditioner forms a water and dirt repellent protective coating.
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). Temperature setting Do not block the ventilation openings, and keep them free of dust.
How to save energy Normal energy consumption Use Increased energy consumption The drawers and shelves are in the original arrangement. Only open the doors when necessary and for as short a time as possible. Store food in an organized way. Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness. The appliance works harder to cool down and the compressor runs for longer periods. When shopping, use a cooler box or bag and place the food in the appliance as soon as possible.
Turning the appliance on and off Before first use Packaging material ^ Remove all packaging material from the inside of the appliance. Protective film Accessories – Bottle holder The fins of the bottle holder jut out into the bottle shelf and make bottles more secure when opening and closing the appliance door. The stainless steel trim and panels are covered with a film to protect them during transportation. ^ Carefully remove the protective foil from the stainless steel trim.
Turning the appliance on and off Operating the appliance The appliance is operated with the use of touch keys activated by a finger. A tone will sound each time a button is touched. You can deactivate this, if you wish (see "Selecting additional settings - Acoustic signals"). Turning the appliance on The power supply symbol t appears in the display when the appliance is plugged in and turned on. ^ Touch the On/Off button. The power supply symbol t disappears and the appliance starts to cool.
Turning the appliance on and off Individual settings can be set for each cooling zone. Turning the appliance off ^ Touch the On/Off button. If this does not work, the safety lock is activated. ^ Touch the sensor button for the zone in which you want to adjust the settings. The selected sensor button appears yellow. The SuperCool function can be selected or the temperature can be adjusted for the refrigerator or freezer section. Please refer to the relevant section in the manual for more information.
Turning the appliance on and off Turning the refrigerator section back on again Turning off for longer periods of time The refrigerator section can be turned on separately. If the appliance is not needed for a longer period of time: ^ turn the appliance off, ^ unplug the power cord or trip the circuit breaker, ^ empty the ice cube drawer. ^ Touch the button for the refrigerator section until it lights up yellow again. The temperature display for the refrigerator section lights up.
The right temperature It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance. Bacteria will cause food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly. The temperature in the appliance will rise for the following reasons: – if you open the door frequently or keep it open too long, Automatic cold air circulation (DynaCool) The fan automatically turns on when the cooling system for the refrigerator section turns on.
The right temperature Temperature display In normal operation the display shows the current average refrigerator temperature and the temperature in the warmest part of the freezer. Setting the temperature for the refrigerator and freezer The temperatures for the refrigerator section and the freezer section are set separately. Dashes are displayed if the temperature in the freezer section is not within the displayable range.
The right temperature When you touch the buttons, you will see the following changes in the display: – When first touched: The last temperature selected flashes. – Each subsequent touch of the button: The temperature value adjusts in 1° steps. – Keeping your finger on the button: The temperature changes continuously. Approximately 5 seconds after you release the button, the actual temperature value in the appliance will be displayed. or ^ Touch the OK button to confirm your selection.
The right temperature Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro zone In the PerfectFresh Pro zone the temperature is maintained between 32°F (0°C) and 37°F (3°C). However, if you would like it to be warmer or colder, e.g. when storing fish, you can adjust the temperature slightly. The preset temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro zone is 5. If a setting of between 1 and 4 is selected, minus temperatures may be reached, thus resulting in food freezing.
SuperCool The SuperCool function in the refrigerator The SuperCool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator section to its lowest setting (depending on the room temperature). Turning on SuperCool Turning off SuperCool The SuperCool function turns off automatically after approx. 12 hours. The appliance then operates at normal cooling capacity. To save energy, the SuperCool function can be turned off once food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
SuperCool The SuperCool function in the freezer For best results, turn on SuperCool before putting fresh food into the freezer. Fresh food will be frozen quickly, so that the nutritional value, vitamin content, appearance and taste are maintained. Turning on SuperCool When freezing small quantities of food in the freezer, the SuperCool function should be turned on 6 hours beforehand. When freezing the maximum load of food, the SuperCool function should be turned on 24 hours beforehand.
SuperCool Turning off SuperCool The SuperCool function will turn itself off automatically after approx. 30 - 65 hours. The quantity of fresh food placed in the freezer will determine the duration before the SuperCool function turned off. The SuperCool ª symbol will go out and the appliance will run at normal cooling capacity again. To save energy, the SuperCool function can be switched off once a constant temperature of 0°F (-18°C) is reached inside the freezer section.
Temperature and door alarm Your appliance is equipped with a warning system to ensure that temperature increases in the freezer section do not go unnoticed and also prevents energy from being wasted when a door is left open. Temperature alarm If the freezer temperature becomes too warm, the sensor button of the freezer zone will flash and the alarm symbol ; in the display will flash simultaneously. An alarm will also sound.
Temperature and door alarm Door alarm Turning off the audio alarm An alarm will sound if the door is left open for too long. The alarm symbol ; will light up. If the audio alarm bothers you, it can be silenced. The amount of time until the door alarm is triggered depends on the setting selected and can be either 2 minutes (factory default) or 4 minutes. However, the door alarm can also be switched off (see "Additional settings - Acoustic signals").
Making additional settings Certain appliance settings can only be selected in the settings mode. While you are in settings mode, the door alarm and any other fault messages are suppressed automatically, but the alarm symbol ; lights up in the display.
Making additional settings Temperature unit (Celsius or Fahrenheit) ^ By touching the X or Y button, you can now select whether the safety lock is activated or deactivated: 0: the safety lock is deactivated 1: the safety lock is activated ^ Tap the OK button to confirm your selection. The selected setting will be adopted and the 0 symbol will flash. ^ Tap the settings button to leave the settings mode. Otherwise the appliance exits the settings mode automatically after approximately one minute.
Making additional settings ^ By tapping the X or Y button you can now select °C. ^ Touch the OK button to confirm your selection. The selected setting will be adopted. ^ Touch the settings button to leave the settings mode. Otherwise the appliance will exit the settings mode automatically after approximately one minute. The temperature will now be displayed in Celsius. ^ Touch the buttons for setting the temperature (X or Y) repeatedly until °C and °F flash in the display.
Making 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 switch 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 switched on.
Making 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 ^ By tapping the X or Y button, you can now alter the brightness of the display: 1: dimmest setting 2: medium setting 3: brightest setting. ^ Tap the settings button. ^ Tap the OK button to confirm your selection.
Making additional settings Sabbath mode ¬ Switching on Sabbath mode To facilitate religious customs, the appliance has a Sabbath mode. The following are switched off: – the interior lighting when the door is opened, – all audio and visual signals, – the temperature display, ^ Tap the settings button. All symbols available for selection will appear in the display and the 0 symbol flashes. – SuperCool and SuperFreeze (if previously switched on), – the ice cube maker (if previously switched on).
Making additional settings The selection is saved and the ¬ symbol lights up. Sabbath mode is on when the ¬ symbol goes out after 3 seconds. ^ Turn Sabbath mode off when the Sabbath is over. Switching off Sabbath mode ^ Tap the settings button to leave Sabbath mode. The temperature will appear in the display and the interior lighting will come on.
Storing food in the refrigerator section Various cooling zones Warmest area Due to the natural circulation of the air in the appliance, there are different temperature zones in the refrigerator section. Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest section of the appliance. Make use of the different zones when placing food in the appliance. The warmest area in the refrigerator section is in the top section of the door.
Storing food in the refrigerator section WARNING! Danger of fire Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Danger of explosion! If storing fatty or greasy foods in the appliance or the appliance door, make sure that no oil or grease leaks onto the plastic parts of the appliance.
Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Due to the optimum storage conditions in the PerfectFresh Pro zone for fruit, vegetables, fish, meat and dairy products, food remains fresh for longer, and flavor and vitamins are retained. The optimum storage temperature for fresh food which is not sensitive to the cold is 32-37°F (0-3 °C). This is the temperature range which is automatically maintained in the PerfectFresh Pro zone.
Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Dry compartment , The dry compartment is suitable for storing perishable foods such as: – fresh fish, shellfish, – meat, poultry, sausage, – salads, – dairy products such as yogurt, cheese, cream, etc., – any type of food can in fact be stored in this compartment, as long as it is packaged. The low temperature in the dry compartment is its most distinctive feature. The humidity level is similar to that in a conventional refrigerator.
Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone If the humidity level in the humidity-controlled compartment is high, condensate may collect on the floor of the compartment or underneath the lid. This can be removed with a cloth. Regulating the humidity level in the humidity-controlled compartment Use the slide control to regulate the humidity level in this compartment to ,, ., or -. ^ Push the slide control all the way to the back and then slowly release it.
Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone If you are not satisfied with your stored food (for example the food wilts or becomes withered after only a short storage time), check the following: ^ Only place fresh food in the appliance. ^ Clean the PerfectFresh Pro compartments before storing food in them. ^ Very wet food should be dried off before storing it. ^ Do not store any food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone which is sensitive to cold (see "Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator").
Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelf / bottle shelf Adjustable shelf / Adjustable shelf with lighting ^ Lift up the door shelf / bottle shelf and pull it forward to remove it. The LED lighting is located on the stainless steel trim of the shelf. By adjusting the position of the shelf in the refrigerator section, you can change the illumination in this section according to your needs. ^ Place the door shelf / bottle shelf at any position again.
Adjusting the interior fittings The edge of shelf's rear stop must face upwards so that food does not touch the rear wall and freeze to it. Stops prevent the shelves from being pulled out accidentally. PerfectFresh Pro zone compartments The compartments in the PerfectFresh Pro zone are on telescopic rails, and can be removed for filling, emptying or cleaning purposes: Adjusting the bottle rack The bottle rack can be placed on different levels in the appliance.
Adjusting the interior fittings Take care when cleaning the appliance that you do not wash the special lubricant out of the telescopic runners. Wipe them with a well-wrung out damp cloth. ^ To refit the drawer, insert the compartment lid from beneath into the holders, and push it back into place. To replace the drawer: ^ Place the drawer on the fully extended telescopic runners. ^ Push the drawer in until it clicks into place.
Freezing and storing food Always follow USDA guidelines on food safety. WARNING! Danger of fire Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. If food is frozen quickly, the cells have less time to lose moisture, so they shrink less. As there is not so much moisture loss, it is easier for the food to reabsorb it during the defrosting process, and very little water collects around the defrosted food.
Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the freezer ^ When freezing more than 4.5 Ibs (2 kg) of fresh food, turn on the SuperCool function some time before placing food in the freezer (see "Using SuperCool"). This helps food which is already stored in the freezer to remain frozen.
Freezing and storing food Thawing frozen foods Cooling drinks quickly Frozen food can be thawed in various ways: When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst. – in the microwave, – in a regular oven, using the "fan" or "defrost" setting, – at room temperature, – in the refrigerator (as it thaws, the frozen food will help cool the other food in the refrigerator), – in a steam oven.
Making ice cubes For the automatic ice cube maker to operate it must be connected to the water supply. Ice cube maker with integrated ice cube tray The automatic ice cube maker b is located in the a ice cube freezer drawer. As soon as the ice cube maker is turned on, the ® symbol lights up in the display and the indicator light illuminates on the ice cube maker. An ice cube tray c where ice cubes are produced is integrated in the ice cube maker b.
Making ice cubes Turning the ice cube maker On/Off ^ Touch the settings button. All symbols available for selection will appear in the display and the 0 symbol flashes. ^ Touch the buttons for setting the temperature (X or Y) repeatedly until the symbol for the ice cube maker ® flashes in the display. ^ Touch the OK button to confirm your selection.
Making ice cubes If you require a large quantity of ice cubes, ^ replace the full ice cube drawer with the drawer beside it on the right. The ice cube maker will begin to produce ice cubes again as soon as this new drawer has been placed in position and closed properly. ^ Touch the buttons for setting the temperature (X or Y) repeatedly until the symbol for the ice cube maker ® flashes in the display. ^ Touch the OK button to confirm your selection.
Making ice cubes Turning the ice cube maker On/Off with the On/Off button ^ Open the ice cube drawer slightly. ^ Press and hold the On/Off button a on the ice cube maker – until the indicator light comes on. The symbol for the ice cube maker ® will appear in the display. The ice cube maker is now on. – until the indicator light goes out. The symbol for the ice cube maker ® will disappear from the display. The ice cube maker is now off. ^ Close the ice cube drawer.
Automatic defrosting Freezer section WARNING! Risk of injury and damage. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. Refrigerator section and PerfectFresh Pro zone The refrigerator section and the PerfectFresh Pro zone defrost automatically. Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section and the PerfectFresh Pro zone while in use.
Cleaning and care WARNING! Danger of electric shock. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. – abrasive cleaning products, such as scouring powder, scouring liquid, or pumice stones, – cleaners containing solvents, – stainless steel cleaners, Danger of fire. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. Do not let water get into the electronic unit or the lighting, or on the metal contacts in the left-hand shelf support. Cleaning water must not get into the drain hole.
Cleaning and care Rinsing the ice cube maker Rinse out the ice cube maker and the water pipes: – before using for the first time, – if the ice cube maker has not been used for quite a while, – regularly (at least once a month) if it is constantly being used, to remove any ice residues and therefore avoid an blockages in the water pipes, and – before switching the ice cube maker off for an extended period of time. Ensure the ice cube drawer is empty before selecting the "Rinse the ice cube maker" setting.
Cleaning and care ^ Touch the OK button to confirm your selection. The selected setting will be saved. The ice cube maker symbol ® will flash in the display and the indicator light will flash on the ice cube maker as long as the ice cube maker is being rinsed. Cleaning the ice cube tray Clean the ice cube maker: – before switching off the ice cube maker for an extended period of time, – regularly to remove any ice and water residues. You will hear the ice cube tray turning to a slanted position.
Cleaning and care Setting the cleaning position The setting can only be selected if the ice cube maker is turned on. ^ Empty the ice cube drawer. ^ Remove and clean the ice cube drawer. The ice cube tray is not removable and can only be cleaned when in place. ^ Touch the settings button. All symbols available for selection will appear in the display and the 0 symbol flashes.
Cleaning and care Before cleaning the appliance ^ Turn off the appliance. The display goes out and cooling is turned off. If this does not happen, then the safety lock is still activated (see "Selecting additional settings Deactivating the lock"). ^ Unplug the appliance or trip the circuit breaker. ^ Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place. ^ Remove the door shelf/bottle shelf from the door.
Cleaning and care Door shelves and bottle shelves The stainless steel facia panels on the door shelves and bottle shelves are not dishwasher-safe. To remove the stainless steel plinths, proceed as follows: ^ Take hold of the rear part of the plastic edging on the left-hand side of the stainless steel trim. (1) Remove the plastic edging from the adjustable shelf, and (2) remove the trim at the same time. The opposite side will now also come loose.
Cleaning and care Interior and accessories Clean the appliance at least once a month. Remove any soiling immediately so that it does not dry up. ^ Clean the interior with lukewarm water and a little dishwashing liquid applied with a soft sponge. After cleaning, wipe with a clean, damp cloth and then dry with a soft cloth.
Cleaning and care ^ Remove any soiling on stainless steel strips and plinths with the Miele care product for stainless steel. ^ Always wipe these surfaces with a stainless steel conditioner immediately after each cleaning. This protects the stainless steel surfaces and prevents resoiling. ^ Leave the appliance doors open for a short time. Door seal Do not use any grease or oil on the door seal as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time.
Frequently asked questions With the aid of the following 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 Technical Service. To prevent cold from escaping, open the appliance doors as little as possible until the malfunction has been corrected. Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in strict accordance with local and national safety regulations.
Frequently asked questions The compressor runs more and more often and for longer periods of time, and the temperature in the appliance drops. Problem Possible cause The temperature in The temperature setting is the appliance is too too low. low. The freezer section door is not properly closed. A large amount of food is being frozen at once. Solution ^ Correct the temperature setting. ^ Check whether the freezer section door closes properly. ^ See "Freezing and storing food".
Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause Solution The compressor is turning on more frequently and for longer periods. The ventilation slits in the cabinetry have been covered or become too dusty. ^ Do not block the ventilation slits. The doors have been opened too frequently, or a large amount of fresh food has been put in at once for storage or freezing. ^ Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible. The appliance doors are not closed properly.
Frequently asked questions The compressor comes on less and less often and for shorter periods of time, the temperature in the appliance rises. Problem Possible cause Solution The temperature in the appliance is too high. This is not a fault. ^ Correct the temperature setting. The food begins to thaw. The room temperature is too low for this appliance. The compressor turns on less frequently when the room temperature is too low. This can result in the freezer section becoming too warm.
Frequently asked questions Indication in the display Problem Possible cause Solution "F0 to F9" appears in There is a fault. the display. ^ Contact Miele Technical Service. There is a fault. ^ Contact Miele Technical Service. "FE*" appears in the display. The water supply line is not ^ Open the water intake. The ® symbol open. flashes and the indicator light on the ice cube maker flashes when the ice cube maker is turned on. The is a fault with the ice The ® and ; symbols flash. The cube maker.
Frequently asked questions Indication in the display Problem Possible cause The alarm symbol ; and a refrigerator section sensor button are flashing in the display. ^ Remedy the alarm. The The affected refrigerator alarm symbol ; will section is warmer or colder disappear and the button than the set temperature, for the affected for example, because: refrigerator section will – the door being opened light up constantly again. too frequently. The acoustic alarm will – a large quantity of fresh stop.
Frequently asked questions Interior lighting Problem Possible cause The LED lighting on To avoid overheating, the the shelves does lighting turns itself off not work. automatically after approx. 15 minutes if the door is left open. Solution ^ Close the appliance door. When the door is opened again, the interior lighting will come on. ^ Replace the stainless The LED lighting on the steel strip with LED stainless steel strip is faulty. lighting.
Frequently asked questions Interior lighting Problem Possible cause The LED lighting on The shelf is not sitting one of the shelves correctly in the shelf does not work. supports. Solution ^ Push in the shelf until it clicks into position. ^ Wipe the stainless steel The LED lighting on Liquid has come into strip with LED lighting with the shelves does contact with the LED a damp cloth and dry it not work.
Frequently asked questions Interior lighting Problem Possible cause Solution The LED lighting for the PerfectFresh Pro zone does not work. To avoid overheating, the lighting turns itself off automatically after approx. 15 minutes if the door is left open. ^ Close the appliance door. If this is not the case, then there is a fault. ^ Contact Miele Technical Service. When the door is opened again, the interior lighting will come on.
Frequently asked questions Other problems Problem Possible cause Solution Food has frozen together or to the wall. The food packaging was not dry when loaded in the freezer. ^ Use a blunt instrument (such as a spoon handle) to carefully pry them apart. There is no acoustic alarm although the door has been open for a long time. This is not a fault. The alarm None tone has been turned off in settings mode (see "Selecting additional settings - Acoustic signals"). The appliance cannot be turned off.
Frequently asked questions Problems with the ice cube maker Problem Possible cause Solution You cannot turn The appliance is not the ice cube maker connected to the power on. supply or is not turned on. ^ Connect the appliance and turn it on. The ice cube maker The appliance or the ice does not produce cube maker is not turned any ice cubes. on. ^ Turn the appliance and the ice cube maker on. The water supply line is not open. ^ Open the water intake.
Frequently asked questions Problems with the ice cube maker Problem Possible cause The ice cube maker The size of ice cubes is producing only produced depends on the small ice cubes? water pressure and water intake time set on the ice cube maker. In this case, the water pressure is low. Solution ^ To make larger ice cubes, the incoming water volume of the ice cube maker must be extended.
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.
Lead free certificate This product is tested and certified by WQA against ORD0902 for California "lead free" compliance. Miele & Cie.
Service / Warranty In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, please contact – your Miele dealer or – Miele Technical Service. Warranty For additional information, please refer to your warranty booklet. See the end of these operating and installation instructions for this telephone number. See back cover of the this manual contact details. When contacting Miele Technical Service, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance.
Information for dealers/showrooms Demo mode r This appliance can be presented in retails stores and in showrooms with the help of the "Demo mode." The controls and lighting will still work, but the compressor will not operate. ^ Place your finger on the X button and hold it there. Switching on the Demo mode ^ Switch the appliance off by tapping the On/Off button. ^ At the same time, briefly tap the On/Off button (without letting go of the X button).
Information for dealers/showrooms Switching off Demo mode The r is illuminated in the display. ^ Tap the settings button. ^ Tap the X or Y button so that 0 appears in the display (Demo mode is inactive). All symbols available for selection will appear in the display and the 0 symbol flashes. ^ Tap the OK button to confirm your selection. ^ Tap the buttons for setting the temperature (X or Y) repeatedly until the ) symbol flashes in the display. ^ Tap the OK button to confirm your selection.
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.
Plumbing Information regarding the water connection All plumbing work should be carried out by a suitable qualified person, in accordance with local and national regulations. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before connecting it to the water supply. The appliance must be connected to a cold water line that: – is directly connected to the fresh water supply in order to ensure a circulation of the water in the cold water line. Avoid using a water line in which the water is allowed to pool.
Plumbing The water connection can be found at the back of the appliance. The solenoid valve b has a 3/4" connection thread. The connection parts included with the appliance permit the connection of various water lines (a water line is not included in delivery). ,In the following, please note: inserting the water filter incorrectly can cause damage! ^ Place the water filter e on top of the adapter e as shown in the picture.
Plumbing Caution! Risk of damage to the ice cube maker! During the operation of the ice cube maker, do not interrupt the water supply. ^ Secure the water line g using the retaining clip j. ^ Slowly open the water shut-off valve and check for leaks. ^ The appliance can now be connected to the power supply (see "Electrical connection"). ^ Slide the appliance into the desired position. When doing so, make sure that the water does not get kinked or damaged.
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 information 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. Installation location This appliance should not be installed where it is exposed to direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a heat-producing appliance such as an oven or a radiator.
Installation information Ventilation WARNING! Danger of damage from overheating. May restrict operation. Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. The ventilation gaps given must be observed, otherwise the compressor will run more frequently and for longer periods. This will result in increased energy consumption and a higher operating temperature for the compressor. This may, in turn, cause the compressor to be damaged.
Installation information Top ventilation grille Ventilation grill The ventilation grille at the top of the appliance can be constructed in different ways: During construction the ventilation grill can be built-in. ^ Cut an opening into the plinth b, as shown in the illustration above. a directly above the appliance with a ventilation grille (free airflow of at least 78 3/4"2). b in between the housing unit and the ceiling. c through a suspended ceiling.
Installation information Before installation ^ Before installation, remove the accessories bag containing installation components and accessories from the appliance, and remove the sealing strip from the appliance door. ^ Do not remove the following from the back of the appliance: ^ Open the appliance door and remove the red safety catch a (depending on model). Spacers on the back – The spacers (depending on model). These ensure the gap required between the back of the appliance and the wall is maintained.
Installation dimensions Before installation, ensure the building-in niche is the correct size. The specified ventilation cross-sections must be adhered to in order to ensure the correct functioning of the appliance.
Adjusting the door hinge The door hinges are factory set so that the door can be opened wide. However if the opening angle of the door needs to be limited for any reason, the hinge can be adjusted to accommodate this. If, for instance, when it is opened the appliance door would hit an adjacent wall, you should limit the opening angle of the appliance door to 90°: ^ Insert the limit pins provided into the hinges from above. This will limit the opening angle of the appliance door to 90°.
Changing the door hinging Always change the door hinging with the assistance of another person. ^ Open both appliance doors. ^ Remove the shelves/bottle shelf from the appliance door. The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand hinging is required, the hinges must be changed: You will need the following tools for changing the door hinging: ^ Pull off the covers a, b, c and d.
Changing the door hinging ^ Slightly loosen the screws e and f on the hinges. ^ Slide the doors g and h outwards and take them off their hinges. ^ Remove the screws e completely. ^ Place the mounting bracket i on the opposite side and loosely screw in the screws e. ^ Remove screws e completely and loosely screw them in on the opposite side. If you had inserted pins into the hinges to limit the door's opening angle: ^ Remove the locking pins from the top of the hinges.
Changing the door hinging Carry out the following steps on both doors. Unscrew the door closing dampers Caution. When removed from the unit, the soft-close mechanism snaps shut. Risk of injury! ^ Place the door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. ^ Using a screwdriver, remove the ball joint l and screw it into the adjacent hole. ^ Now turn over the appliance door so that outer side faces upwards (hinges remain open). Do not close the hinges. Danger of injury.
Changing the door hinging Fastening the soft-close mechanism ^ Now turn over the appliance door so that the outer side faces downwards. ^ Screw the mount k onto the hinge and firmly tighten. ^ Pull the soft-close mechanism so that it extends j and hook it onto the ball joint. ^ Slide the appliance doors g and h onto the premounted screws e and f, and firmly tighten the screws e and f. ^ Replace the covers a, b, c and d.
Installing the appliance Two people are required to install the appliance. ^ Install the appliance in a stable, solid housing unit, positioned on an even and level floor. ^ Secure the housing unit against tipping. ^ Use a level to align the housing unit. The corners of the housing unit must be at a 90° angle to each other, otherwise the cabinet door will not align correctly with all 4 corners of the housing unit.
Installing the appliance Parts required for installation All installation parts are number coded. This coding is also used in the installation instructions. – Required for fitting the cabinet door: – Required for installing the appliance in its housing unit: All installation instructions given are for a right-hand hinged appliance. If you have converted the appliance to left-hand hinging, you will need to adapt these instructions accordingly.
Installing the appliance ^ Push the appliance two-thirds of the way into the installation space. Ensure that the power cord does not get caught. Tip to help you push it into position: Tie a piece of string around the plug to "increase" the length of the power cord. Then pull the cable by the end of the string through the housing unit. It will then be easier to connect once the appliance is in the unit.
Installing the appliance ^ Now screw the adjustable feet l all the way in. ^ Remove the cover f. ^ Secure the fastening part g using screws h loosely into the top left-hand side of the appliance. Do not tighten the screws so that you can adjust the position of this part. ^ Fit the cover i onto the fixing bracket j. ^ Then screw fixing bracket j using screws k loosely into the bottom of the appliance. Do not tighten the screws so that you can adjust the position of this part.
Installing the appliance Installing the appliance ^ Push the appliance into the niche until all of the brackets are in line with the front edge of the furniture side wall. ^ Check the position of the fixing bracket at the top and bottom front edge of the cabinet side wall again. This will help maintain a 1 5/8" (42 mm) distance all the way around from the front edges of the cabinet side walls. On cabinetry with door fittings (e.g. stubs, seals etc.
Installing the appliance Securing the appliance in the niche ^ Push the loose bracket against the cabinet wall. ^ Push the hinged side of the appliance to the cabinet wall. ^ Screw the particleboard screws s through the hinge plates at the top, bottom and then in the middle to secure the appliance to the housing unit. ^ Secure mounting bracket j to the housing unit side wall with screw s. Drill holes in the housing unit side walls if necessary.
Installing the appliance For additional stability of the appliance in the unit, push the rods supplied in underneath the appliance between it and the floor of the housing unit: ^ Snap off any protruding ends from the mounting bracket. They are no longer required. ^ Replace covers f and u on the mounting brackets. ^ Then secure handle v to one of the rods w. ^ Use the handle to push the rod into the guide as far as it will go.
Installing the appliance Installing the custom door front The cabinet door must be at least of 5/8" (16 mm) thick and not exceed 3/4" (19 mm) thick. Installing a door front which is heavier than the maximum permitted could damage the hinges. This can cause damage. The following gap dimensions must be maintained: Before installing door fronts ensure that the weight of the door does not exceed the maximum permitted: – The gap between the cabinet door and the unit door above must be at least 1/8" (3 mm).
Installing the appliance Complete the following steps on both doors. Tip: Push installation aids b together with the cabinet front up to the height of the adjoining unit cabinet doors. ^ A gap of 5/16" (8 mm) is set ex works between the appliance door and the fixing bracket. Double check this gap and reset it if necessary.
Installing the appliance ^ Place the door panel with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. ^ Secure the side cover q to the bracket on the opposite side of the hinge. ^ Turn the door over and attach the handle (if required). ^ Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the center of the inside of the panel e. ^ Hang the fixing bracket d with the fitting aids onto the inside of the cabinet door. Align the bracket centrally.
Installing the appliance ^ Open the appliance door. Adjusting the position of the door ^ Hang the door panel on the threaded bolts h. – Side adjustments (X) ^ Screw the nuts c loosely onto bolts. ^ Close the door and check the distance between the door and neighboring cabinet doors. The gaps should be even. 106 ^ Adjust the door panel. – Height adjustment (Y) ^ Tighten the nuts with a wrench h. A gap of 3/8" (8 mm) is factory set between the appliance door and the bracket.
Installing the appliance ^ while holding the adjusting bolts h in place with a screwdriver, tighten the nuts c on the appliance doors with a wrench j. ^ Cover strip k must be completely hidden in the niche, and must not protrude. ^ Drill holes l in the door panel and fit screws m. Make sure the two metal edges are aligned (Symbol II). ^ Close the appliance door and the cabinet door.
Installing the appliance ^ Tighten all the screws again. The following confirms that the appliance is correctly installed: – The doors close properly. – The doors do not touch the housing unit. – The seal at the upper corner of the side with the handle contacts tightly. ^ Replace top cover o, and click it into place. ^ Replace side covers p, making sure you hear them click into place.
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