Operating and Installation Instructions Freezer To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. en-US M.-Nr.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 4 Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 13 Saving energy .................................................................................................... 14 Guide to the appliance ...................................................................................... 16 Control panel ......................................................
Contents Making a large quantity of ice cubes .................................................................. Changing the size of the ice cubes ..................................................................... Turning the ice cube maker on/off with the on/off button ................................... Turning the ice maker off for a long time............................................................. 38 39 40 40 Automatic defrosting ...............................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and material damage. Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully before using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They contain important information on safety, installation, use, and maintenance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging your refrigeration appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations, or other similar substances or products that are subject to the Medical Device Directive. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such purposes may cause deterioration of the items stored. The refrigeration appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Technical safety The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration appliance complies with statutory and regulatory requirements.. This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is combustible, it does not damage the ozone layer and does not contribute to the greenhouse effect. The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the noise level of the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data plate corresponds to the household supply. Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt. The electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed when correctly grounded. It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - the screw-type fuses on the electrical service panel have been removed or - the power cord has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not on the cord when removing it from the outlet. Installation, repair, and maintenance work should only be performed by a Miele-authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 plate inside the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature, e.g. a garage, will lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defrosted food as soon as possible, as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be refrozen after it has been cooked. When eating stored food, there is a danger of food poisoning. Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness and quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it is stored.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Transport To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and in its packaging. Risk of injury and damage. The refrigeration appliance is very heavy and must be transported by 2 people. Disposal of your old appliance Children could become trapped in the machine and could suffocate. - Remove the machine doors. - Remove the drawers. - Leave the adjustable shelves in the machine so children cannot climb inside.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Symbol on the compressor (depending on model) This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal operation. The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it penetrates the airways.
Caring for the environment Disposal of packaging material 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.
Saving energy Installation / Maintenance Temperature setting 14 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, oven). Where the ideal room temperature is approx. 68°F (20°C). Where the ambient room temperature is above 77°F (25°C). Air vents uncovered and dusted regularly.
Saving energy Normal energy consumption Use Increased energy consumption Drawers and shelves arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered. Only open the door 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 will try to cool down and the compressor will run for longer periods. When shopping, use a cooler bag and place the food in the appliance as soon as possible.
Guide to the appliance Control panel a On/Off button for the whole appliance b Optical interface (for Miele Technical Service only) c For turning the SuperFrost function on and off d For setting the temperature ( for colder); selection button in settings mode e For confirming your selection (OK button) f For setting the temperature ( for warmer); selection button in settings mode g For selecting and deselecting settings mode h For switching the temperature and door alarm off i Display with temperature a
Guide to the appliance Explanation of symbols Symbol Meaning Function Safety lock Prevents the user from unintentionally turning off the appliance, adjusting the temperature, turning on the SuperFrost function or entering settings.
Guide to the appliance This drawing is for illustration purposes only.
Switching on and off Before first use Operating the appliance Packaging material A light touch of the finger on the sensors is all that is required to operate this appliance. Remove all packaging material from the inside of the appliance. Removing the protective film Carefully remove the protective film. Cleaning the refrigerator Please refer to the relevant instructions in “Cleaning and care”. Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories.
Switching on and off Switching off the appliance Touch the On/Off button. If this does not work, the safety lock is activated. The temperature shown in the display will go out and the power connection symbol appears. The cooling process is now turned off. Switching off for longer periods of time If, during a long absence, the refrigeration appliance is switched off but not cleaned and the door(s) left shut, there is a danger of bacteria building up inside the appliance.
The correct 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. Temperature influences the growth rate of these bacteria. Reducing the temperature reduces their growth rate. To freeze fresh food and to store frozen food for a long time, a temperature of 0°F (-18°C) is required. At this temperature the growth of bacteria is generally halted.
The correct temperature Setting the temperature Use the two sensors below the display to set the temperature. When you touch the sensor - The temperature decreases. If you have adjusted the temperature, wait for approximately 6 hours if the appliance is not very full and for approximately 24 hours if the appliance is full before checking the temperature display. It will take this long for an accurate reading to be given.
Using SuperFrost SuperFrost function Turning off SuperFrost For best results, turn on the SuperFrost function before putting fresh food into the freezer. The SuperFrost function turns off automatically after approx. 65 hours. The exact amount of time will vary according to how much fresh food is placed in the freezer. The SuperFrost symbol will go out and the appliance will run at normal power again.
Temperature and door alarm The appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the freezer cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if the door is left open. Temperature alarm If the temperature in the freezer remains above 0°F (-18°C) for a long time, check that the frozen food has not started to defrost. If it has, check that the food is safe to use and if it is, then use it as soon as possible or cook it before freezing it again.
Temperature and door alarm Door alarm Cancelling the door alarm An alarm will sound if the door is left open for too long. The alarm symbol will light up. If the alarm is disturbing you, it can be switched off. 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 turned off (see “Selecting additional settings – Acoustic signals”).
Selecting additional settings Certain settings for the appliance can only be selected in 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 on the display.
Selecting additional settings Audible signals By touching the or sensor, you can now select whether the safety lock is activated or deactivated: 0: the safety lock is deactivated 1 : the safety lock is activated. Touch the OK sensor to confirm your selection. The appliance has audible signals such as the button tone and the door and temperature alarms. You can turn the button tone and the door alarm on and off, but you cannot turn off the temperature alarm. There are 4 settings to choose from.
Selecting additional settings Display brightness Now touch the or sensors to select: 0: keypad tone off; door alarm off 1: 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) You can adjust the brightness of the display to suit the ambient light conditions in the room. The display brightness can be adjusted incrementally from 1 to 3. The factory default setting is 3 (maximum brightness).
Selecting additional settings Sabbath mode By touching the or sensor, you can now alter the brightness of the display: 1 : Dimmest setting 2 : Medium setting 3 : Brightest setting. The appliance offers a Sabbath mode for the purposes of religious observance. The following are switched off: - the interior lighting when the appliance door is opened, - all acoustic and visual signals, - the temperature display, - SuperFrost (if previously selected). Touch the OK sensor to confirm your selection.
Selecting additional settings Turning on Sabbath mode Touch the Settings sensor. All symbols available for selection will appear in the display and the symbol flashes. As soon as the symbol goes out in the display after 3 seconds, Sabbath mode is switched on. Turn off Sabbath mode after the Sabbath has passed. Turning off Sabbath mode Touch the Settings sensor to leave Sabbath mode. Touch the sensors for setting the temperature ( or ) repeatedly until the symbol flashes in the display.
Freezing and storing food Always observe USDA food safety guidelines. reabsorb it during the defrosting process, and very little water collects around the defrosted food. Risk of fire from electrical appli- Storing frozen food ances. Operating electrical devices in the appliance can cause sparks to form. Do not operate any electrical devices inside the appliance.
Freezing and storing food Home freezing Only freeze food that is fresh and in good condition. Tips for home freezing - The following types of food are suitable for home freezing: fresh meat, poultry, game, fish, vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy products, baked goods, leftovers, egg yolks, egg whites, and a range of precooked meals. - The following types of food are not suitable for freezing: lettuce, radishes, sour cream, mayonnaise, whole eggs in their shells, onions, whole raw apples and pears.
Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the freezer When freezing more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) of fresh food, switch on the SuperFrost function some time before placing the food in the freezer (see “SuperFrost”). This helps food which is already stored in the freezer to stay frozen.
Freezing and storing food Storage time for frozen food Defrosting frozen goods The storage life of food is very variable, even at a constant temperature of 0°F (-18°C). Decomposition processes also take place in frozen food, albeit at a very reduced speed. Fat can become rancid from contact with oxygen in the air, for example. This is why lean meat can be stored approx. twice as long as fatty meat.
Freezing and storing food Cooling drinks quickly Using accessories Risk of injury from broken glass! WARNING! DANGER of injury Bottles and cans of drinks, particularly carbonated drinks, can burst when frozen. Do not freeze any drinks in bottles or cans. and damage! Do not use any mechanical or other types of aids which are not recommended by the manufacturer to accelerate the defrosting process.
Adjusting the interior fittings Removing freezer drawers on telescopic runners Removing the shelves Some of the freezer drawers are on telescopic runners and can be removed for filling, emptying, or cleaning purposes. Lift the shelf slightly at the front and then pull it forward and out. Pull the drawers out as far as they will go. Holding the sides of the drawer at the back, lift it up and then forward and out. Push the runners back in again to avoid damaging them.
Making ice cubes For the automatic ice maker to operate, it must be connected to a water supply (see “Water supply”). Danger to health! Rinse out the ice maker and water supply line: – before using for the first time, – if the ice maker has not been used for a long time, – regularly when in continuous use (at least once a month) to remove residual ice from the system (to avoid blocking the water supply line) and – before switching the ice maker off for a long time.
Making ice cubes The ice cube maker can be turned off independently of the freezer if you do not want to make any ice cubes. If the ice cube maker is turned off, the ice cube drawer can be used as an extra drawer for freezing fresh food and storing frozen food. Turning the ice cube maker on/ off Check that the ice cube drawer is empty before turning the ice cube maker on. close the appliance door. The electronics will otherwise switch to normal operation after approx. one minute.
Making ice cubes Changing the size of the ice cubes The size of the ice cubes depends on the quantity of water being taken in. You are able to set this quantity according to your wishes. To make larger ice cubes, increase the amount of water being taken in by the ice cube maker. The amount of water is set to medium (E3) at the factory. Setting the water quantity This setting can only be selected if the ice cube maker is on.
Making ice cubes Turning the ice cube maker on/ off with the on/off button Open the ice cube drawer slightly. Turning the ice maker off for a long time. Risk of damage! If the water supply is cut off while the ice maker is still in use, the water intake pipe can freeze up. Turn the ice maker off if the water supply is interrupted (e.g., while on vacation). Close the faucet in the water supply line. Press the on/off button on the ice cube maker - until the indicator light comes on.
Automatic defrosting The appliance is equipped with a “NoFrost” system. The freezer defrosts automatically. The moisture generated in the appliance collects on the condenser and is automatically defrosted and evaporates periodically. This automatic defrosting system enables the Freezer Zone to remain permanently ice-free. However, the food stored in the freezer will not defrost.
Cleaning and care WARNING! DANGER of electric shock! Unplug the appliance or trip the circuit breaker. WARNING! Fire hazard! Do not damage the coolant pipework. Do not let water get into the electronic unit. Steam from a steam cleaning appliance could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit. Do not use a steam cleaner. Cleaning agents Cleaning and conditioning agents used inside the appliance must be food safe.
Cleaning and care Rinsing the ice cube maker Risk to health due to contaminated water. Bacteria can develop in water which has been sitting in the water supply lines for several days. This poses a risk to your health.
Cleaning and care You will hear the ice cube tray turning to a slanted position. Wait until the ice cube tray has stopped moving before continuing. The ice cube maker will then switch off. Carefully remove the ice cube drawer, which is now full of water. Empty and clean it. The ice cube tray cannot be removed and must be cleaned in situ. Dry the ice cube tray with a cloth.
Cleaning and care Setting the cleaning position This setting can only be selected if the ice cube maker is on. Remove the ice cube drawer. The ice cube tray cannot be removed and must be cleaned in place. Empty the ice cube drawer. Touch the settings button. All symbols available for selection will appear on the display and the symbol will flash. Touch the buttons for setting the temperature ( and ) repeatedly until the symbol for the ice cube maker flashes on the display.
Cleaning and care Before cleaning Removing the telescopic runners Turn the appliance off. The display goes out and the cooling function is turned off. If this does not work, the safety lock is activated (see “Selecting additional settings – Activating and deactivating the safety lock”). Unplug the appliance or flick the circuit breaker to off. Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place. Remove the shelves: Lift them up at the front slightly and then pull them forward and out.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and accessories The appliance should be cleaned regularly (at least once a month). Clean up any spills, stains, or food immediately. Do not allow them to dry and stick to the appliance. Clean the interior with a clean sponge, lukewarm water, and a little liquid dish soap. After cleaning, wipe with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. The following parts cannot be cleaned in a dishwasher: Cleaning the door seal Risk of damage as a result of incorrect cleaning.
Frequently Asked Questions With the help of the following guide minor faults in the performance of the machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remedied without contacting the Service Department. This guide may help you to find the reason for the fault, and how to correct it. To prevent cold from escaping, open the appliance doors as little as possible until the fault has been corrected.
Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution The compressor is turning on more frequently and for longer periods of time; the temperature in the appliance is too low. The ventilation gaps in the cabinetry have been covered or become too dusty. Do not block the ventilation gaps. Clean the ventilation gaps on a regular basis to remove any dust. The door has been opened too frequently, or a large amount of fresh food has been placed inside and/or frozen at the same time.
Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution The compressor is turning on more frequently and for longer periods of time; the temperature in the appliance is too low. The temperature setting is too low. Correct the temperature setting. A large amount of food was put in for freezing at once. See the information in the section on “Freezing and storing food”. The SuperFrost function is still turned on. To save energy, you can switch the SuperFrost function off early yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions Messages in the display Message Possible cause and solution The symbol lights up in the display. You cannot switch the appliance off. The safety lock has been activated. Completely deactivate the safety lock (see “Selecting additional settings”, section “Activating and deactivating the safety lock”). “F0 to F9” appears in the display. There is a fault. Contact Miele Technical Service. “FE*” appears on the display. There is a fault. Contact Miele Service.
Frequently Asked Questions Message Possible cause and solution The ice cube maker and alarm symbols are flashing on the display. The indicator light on the ice cube maker is also flashing. There is a fault with the ice cube maker. Contact Miele Service. The power failure symbol , appears in the display and the alarm sounds. The temperature display will show the warmest temperature recorded in the freezer during a power failure or an interruption to the power supply.
Frequently Asked Questions Problems with the ice cube maker Problem Possible cause and solution You cannot turn the ice cube maker on. The appliance is not connected to the power supply or is not switched on. Reconnect to the power supply and switch the appliance back on. The ice maker is not producing any ice cubes. The appliance and/or the ice maker is not turned on. Turn on the appliance and/or the ice maker. The water intake is not open or has not been vented. Open the water intake.
Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution The ice cubes have an unpleasant odor or flavor. The ice cube maker is in constant use and needs to be cleaned regularly. Rinse the ice cube maker and water supply line regularly (see “Cleaning and care - Rinsing the ice cube maker”). The ice cube maker is seldom used. If you do not use it very often, ice cubes that are stored for a long period can absorb the taste and smell of other items.
Frequently Asked Questions The interior lighting is not working. Problem Possible cause and solution The interior lighting is not working. The refrigeration appliance has not been turned on. Turn the refrigeration appliance on. To avoid overheating, the interior lighting switches itself off automatically after approximately 15 minutes if the appliance door is left open. If this is not the cause, there is a fault. Risk of electric shock due to exposed, live electrical components.
Frequently Asked Questions Other problems Problem Possible cause and solution The door to the Freezer Zone will not open because it has been opened and closed too many times in succession. This is not a fault. The suction caused by opening and closing the door is preventing the door from opening. Wait approx. 1 minute and then try again. It should now open without force. Food has frozen together or to the wall. The food packaging was not dry when loaded in the freezer.
Causes of noises Normal noises Cause Brrrrr... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on. Blub, blub... A gurgling noise can be heard when the coolant circulates through the pipes. Click... Clicking sounds occur whenever the thermostat switches the motor on or off. Sssrrrrr... You can sometimes just hear the sound of the fan inside the appliance. Crack...
Customer Service Contact in the event of a fault In the event of a fault which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele dealer or Miele Customer Service. You can book a Miele Service Call online at www.miele.com/service. Contact information for Miele Customer Service can be found at the end of this document. Please quote the model identifier and serial number of your appliance (SN) when contacting Miele Customer Service. Both pieces of information can be found on the data plate.
Information for dealers Demo mode 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 off. Touch and hold the button. Turning on demo mode At the same time, briefly touch the on/off button (without letting go of the button!). Switch the appliance off by touching the On/Off button. If this does not work, the safety lock is activated.
Information for dealers Turning off Demo mode The symbol is illuminated in the display. Touch the or sensor so that the symbol 0 appears in the display (meaning: Demo mode is inactive). Touch the settings sensor. All symbols available for selection will appear in the display and the symbol flashes. Touch the OK sensor to confirm your selection. The selected setting will be adopted and the symbol will flash.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Installation Side-by-side The appliance has two side-wall heaters encased in foam and can be installed side-by-side with other appliances. Each appliance must be installed in its own niche. Please contact your dealer for specific information about which combinations will work with your appliance. WARNING! This appliance must be built in, otherwise it could tip over! Install the appliance in accordance with the installation instructions.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Climate class Ventilation The appliance is designed for use within specific ambient temperatures (climate range). Do not use in ambient temperatures for which it is not designed. If the room is too cold, the compressor will turn off for too long, causing the internal temperature in the appliance to rise. In turn, this can result in food deteriorating and going off. The climate class is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
*INSTALLATION* Installation The air at the back wall of the appliance warms up. Therefore the cabinet must be constructed in such a way that ensures unhindered ventilation (see “Builtin dimensions”). If you wish to fit a grille in the ventilation openings, the ventilation openings must be larger than 31 square inches. The passage volume of 31 square inches is the total area of the opening slits in the grille. - Important! The larger the ventilation slits, the more economically the appliance will work.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Door panel Before installing the appliance The required door panel must be min. 5/8” (16 mm) and max. 3/4” (19 mm) thick. Before installation, remove the bag of installation and other accessories from the appliance and remove the profile strip from the outer appliance door. – Weight of the door panel If the door panel is too heavy damage can occur. Installing a door panel which is heavier than the maximum permitted weight could damage the hinges.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Wall spacer at the back At a furniture depth of less than 21 3/4'' (553 mm), you can remove the wall spacer from the back of the appliance so that you can push the appliance right into the niche. Removing the wall spacer can increase energy consumption as there is then a smaller ventilation area. Open the appliance door and remove the red transport clips (depending on model). Loosen the screw and remove the wall spacer.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Installation dimensions * The declared energy consumption was achieved with a niche depth of 22 1/16“ (560 mm). The appliance is fully capable of functioning at a niche depth of 21 5/8” (550 mm), but will consume slightly more energy. If the appliance is suitable for installation in a niche, ensure before installation that it has precisely the correct dimensions. The specified ventilation grille dimensions must be observed to ensure that the appliance functions correctly.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Limiting the opening angle of the appliance door The door hinges are set at the factory to enable the appliance door to 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 the appliance door hits an adjacent wall when opened, for example, the opening angle can be limited to approx. 90°: Changing the door hinges Always change the door hinging with the assistance of another person.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Undo the screws completely. Install the bracket on the opposite side and attach the screws loosely. Slightly loosen the hinge screws: and . Push the appliance door outward, take it off its hinges and place it to one side. Undo the screws completely and loosely screw them in on the opposite side. If you have inserted pins into the hinges to limit the opening angle of the door, lift the pins up and out of the hinges.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Removing the soft-close mechanism Warning! The soft-close mechanism folds in when dismantled! Danger of injury! Place the door on a stable surface with the front facing down. Using a screwdriver, remove the ball joint and screw it into the adjacent hole. Now turn over the appliance door so that the front is facing up (hinges remain open). Danger of injury! Do not close the hinges. Remove the soft-close mechanism from the ball joint.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Fastening the soft-close mechanism Now turn over the appliance door so that the outer side faces downward. Screw the mount onto the hinge and firmly tighten. Open out the soft-close mechanism , and hook it onto the ball joint. Hang the appliance door onto the pre-fitted screws and , and securely tighten the screws and . Replace the covers: , , and . Refit the locking pins into the top of the hinges to prevent the door from opening too far.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Building in the appliance Two people are required to install the appliance. To install the appliance, you will need the following tools: Install the appliance in a stable, solid cabinet, positioned on an even and level floor. Secure the cabinetry against tipping. Use a spirit level to align the cabinet. The cabinet corners must be at 90° angles to each other, otherwise the cabinet door will not sit straight on all 4 corners.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Parts required for installation: - For installing the cabinet door: All installation parts are number-coded. This coding is also used in the installation instructions. - For building the appliance into the niche: ** Number depends on niche height. Also contains additional installation parts for fitting large or divided cabinet doors. All installation instructions given are for a right-hand hinged appliance.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Preparing the appliance Risk of damage to the securing Position the appliance directly in front of the cabinet niche. bracket and cover. The cover on the securing bracket can easily become detached. Always close the cover as soon as you have finished working on the bracket. Push the filler strip lugs into the holders from the front. If the appliance is hinged on the left, slide the lugs into the right-hand opening of the holder.
*INSTALLATION* Installation With 5/8" (16 mm) thick cabinet walls only: Close the covers. Push the appliance two-thirds of the way into the built-in niche. Take care not to trap the power cord when pushing the appliance into its niche. Tip: Tie a piece of string to the plug to “lengthen” the power cord; this will help you to push the appliance into position.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Carefully remove the protective film from the sealing strip . Remove the cover . Stick the sealing strip onto the side of the appliance on which the door will open, flush with the front. Loosely fit the connecting bracket using the screws . 1. Align the sealing strip with the bottom edge of the top fixing bracket. Tip: Do not tighten the screws, to allow for the position of the connecting bracket to be adjusted. 2. Stick it down along its entire length.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Building in the appliance If the appliance is pushed too far into the niche, the appliance door may not close properly once the cabinet door has been fitted. This can cause ice to build up, condensate to accumulate, and cause the appliance to malfunction. These can all lead to increased energy consumption. Push the appliance into the built-in niche, making sure a gap of 1 5/8" (42 mm) is maintained all around between the appliance casing and the front of the cabinet side walls.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Important for cabinetry with door fittings (such as stubs and seals). Take the dimensions of the fittings into account. Check to make sure there is a gap all round of 1 5/8" (42 mm) to the front edges of the door fittings. Securing the appliance in the niche Pull the appliance forward by the appropriate dimension.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Snap off any protruding ends from the securing bracket. They are no longer required and can be disposed of. Place the covers and on the securing bracket. Push the loose securing bracket against the cabinet wall. Fix the securing bracket to the cabinet wall with the screw . Tip: Pre-drill the hole. The appliance must not pull back into the unit, as otherwise the gap of 1 5/8" (42 mm) will not be maintained all the way round.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Only for an appliance with a niche height greater than 55" (140 cm) To give the appliance additional security in the niche, push the rods supplied between the appliance and the cabinet base: Installing the cabinet door If installed in a run of units, make sure that the top edge of the cabinet door is at the same height as neighboring unit doors. The cabinet door must be installed level, and not under tension.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Place the cabinet door on a stable surface with the outer side facing downward. Tip: Push up the installation aids together with the cabinet front until they are at the same height as the neighboring unit doors. Draw a faint central line with a pencil on the inside of the cabinet door . Unscrew the nuts and remove the mounting frame together with the installation aids . Hang the mounting frame with the installation aids on the inside of the cabinet door.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Open the appliance door. Attach the side cover to the mounting frame on the side opposite the hinge. Turn the cabinet door over and attach the handle (if required). Hang the cabinet door on the adjusting bolts . Screw the nuts loosely onto the adjusting bolts. Close the door and check the distance between the door and adjacent cabinet doors. The distance should be the same.
*INSTALLATION* Installation X: side adjustments Move the cabinet door. Y: height adjustment The distance between the appliance door and the mounting frame is set to 5/16" (8 mm). Only adjust the distance within the specified range. Turn the adjusting bolts with a screwdriver. 82 While counterholding the adjusting bolts with a screwdriver, tighten the nuts with a wrench. The filler strip must not protrude; it must completely disappear into the niche.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Z: depth adjustment Check the distance between the cabinet door and the housing unit. A distance of approximately 1/16" (2 mm) is required. Open the cover. Fit the screws into the holes . Tip: Pre-drill the holes. Risk of damage to the securing bracket and cover. The cover on the securing bracket can easily become detached. Always close the cover as soon as you have finished working on the bracket. Loosen screws and . Tighten all the screws again.
*INSTALLATION* Installation The appliance is properly installed in the niche if: - the door closes properly - the door does not touch the housing unit - the seal on the top corner of the handle side is firmly seated To double check place a flashlight in the appliance and close the door. Turn the lights out in the room. If you can see any light shining out from the sides, double check the individual installation steps. Replace the cover and click it into place.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Water connection Information on the fresh water connection Risk of injury and appliance damage if appliance is not connected properly. Failing to connect the appliance properly can result in personal injury and/or material damage. The appliance may only be connected to the fresh water connection by qualified technicians.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Before establishing the fresh water connection, ensure that the appliance is disconnected from the power supply. The fresh water connection is at the back of the appliance, at the bottom. The connection parts included with the appliance permit the connection of various water lines (water line not supplied). Do not connect old water lines that have been used before. Remove the cap from the solenoid valve . Insert the adapter into the union nut .
*INSTALLATION* Installation Electrical connection Danger of electric shock! The appliance must only be switched on when it has been installed in accordance with the installation instructions. Ground the appliance. The appliance must not be grounded via a gas pipe. If in doubt, have a suitably qualified and experienced electrician check that the installation complies with relevant regulations. Do not install a fuse into neutral current or grounding electrical circuit.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Wait for 1 hour after installation before plugging the appliance into the power supply. This allows coolant and refrigerator oil to settle in accordance with regulations. Ensure that the voltage of the main power supply corresponds with the connection voltage of the appliance. A power supply of 110 - 120 V, 60 Hz and 15 Amp (20 Amp for side-by-side installation) with a NEMA 5-15 molded plug, which is protected by a main switch or a fuse, is required to operate the appliance.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Do not connect the appliance to an inverter such as those used with an autonomous energy source e.g. solar power. When switched on, peak loads in the system can cause the safety switch-off mechanism to be triggered. This can damage the electronic unit. The appliance must not be used with so-called energy-saving devices either. These reduce the amount of energy supplied to the appliance, causing it to overheat.
Please have the model and serial number of your appliance available when contacting Customer Service. U.S.A. Canada Miele, Inc. Importer Miele Limited National Headquarters 9 Independence Way Princeton, NJ 08540 Phone: 800-843-7231 609-419-4298 Fax: www.mieleusa.com Customer Service & Support Phone: 888-99-MIELE(64353) 888-586-8056 Fax: service@mieleusa.com International Headquarters Miele & Cie.
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