Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator with MasterFresh zone K 1801 Vi, K 1811 Vi K 1901 Vi, K 1911 Vi To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en - AU, IN, NZ M.-Nr.
Contents Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 How to save energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Before cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Cleaning the interior and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Humidity filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Ventilation gaps . . . . . . . .
Contents Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Tools and accessories required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Weight of the door fronts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Building into a peninsular run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the appliance b Sensor for selecting the refrigerator zone f Sensor for selecting the humidity in the MasterFresh drawers (left: high humidity; right: low humidity) c Sensor for selecting the upper MasterFresh drawer g On/Off sensor for the SuperCool function d Sensor for selecting the lower MasterFresh drawer h Sensor for switching off the temperature or door alarm (only visible when the temperature or door alarm is sounding) a Access sensor e Sensor for selecting the temperature in
Description of the appliance a Butter and cheese compartment b Adjustable shelf c Door shelf d Fully extendable drawer e Control panel f Rocker switch for switching the whole appliance on and off g Humidity filters for the MasterFresh drawers h MasterFresh drawers 6
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material Disposing of your old appliance The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if handled or disposed of incorrectly, could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. They are, however, essential for the correct functioning of your appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions This appliance conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ This appliance is not suitable for storing and refrigerating medications, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances or products. Incorrect use of the appliance may result in damage to or spoiling of the food or drinks being stored. Furthermore, the appliance must not be operated in areas where explosions may occur. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves in packing material or pull it over their heads with the risk of suffocation. Keep children away from any packing material. Technical safety ~ The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. This appliance complies with all current local and national safety requirements. ~ This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the connection data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage and rated load) match the mains electricity supply. This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt. ~ The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply. It is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when: – the mains fuse has been disconnected, or – the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is applicable), or – it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn from the socket, or it is switched off at the isolator.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks. ~ Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Flammable gas mixtures can be ignited by electrical components. Danger of fire and explosion! ~ Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice-cream maker) inside the appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions Cleaning and care ~ Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time. ~ Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. Pressurised steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit. ~ Do not use sharp edged objects to – remove frost and ice, – separate frozen foods and remove ice trays. They will damage the evaporator, causing irreversible damage to the appliance.
How to save energy Normal energy consumption Installation/Mainte- In a ventilated room. nance Increased energy consumption In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not situated near a heat source (radiator, oven). Situated near a heat source (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient Where there is a high room room temperature is approx. temperature. 20 °C. Where the cross-section of the air inlet and outlet is not covered and kept free of dust.
How to save energy Normal energy consumption Use Do not change the arrangement of the drawers and shelves as when delivered. Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible. Store food in an organised way. Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness. The appliance will try to cool down and the running time of the compressor will increase. Take a cooler bag when shopping and load food in the appliance as quickly as possible on your return home.
Switching on and off Before using for the first time ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid, and then dry with a soft cloth. Important: To ensure the correct functioning of the appliance, and especially if it has been transported horizontally, let it stand for 8 hours after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains. Switching the appliance on ^ Open the appliance door.
Switching on and off To select settings for your appliance (e.g. to set the temperature, etc.), ^ touch the sensor for the particular zone of the appliance where you would like to select the settings. The applicable sensor will then be highlighted in yellow, and depending on the zone, further settings which may be selected will now appear in the display.
Switching on and off Further settings To switch the sensor tone on/off Further settings can be selected in the settings mode. The tone which sounds each time a sensor is touched can be deactivated. In settings mode you can select certain appliance functions via the control panel and adjust the settings. The settings for the different functions are described in more detail in the relevant section of these instructions. ^ Touch the access sensor so that it is highlighted in yellow.
Switching on and off ^ Leave your finger on the X sensor for another 4 seconds until c and the Y sensor also appear in the display. Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst on holiday: ^ switch the appliance off, ^ Now touch the X sensor repeatedly until b appears in the display. ^ Touch the access sensor again.
The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance. Micro-organisms will cause food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly. Temperature influences the growth rate of these micro-organisms. Reducing the temperature reduces their growth rate.
The correct temperature – Touching the sensor once: adjusts the temperature shown in 1 °C steps. – Keeping your finger on the sensor: changes the temperature continuously. If the highest or lowest temperature that it is possible to set is reached, the X oder Y sensor will disappear from the display. Temperature (Fahrenheit/Celsius) The temperature can be displayed in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit. ^ Touch the access sensor so that it is highlighted in yellow.
The correct temperature Temperature display ^ Now touch the X sensor repeatedly until † appears in the display. ^ Touch the access sensor again. ^ By touching the X sensor, you can now select whether the sensor tone is switched on or off: † 0: Temperature in Fahrenheit † 1: Temperature in Celsius † –: Return to menu ^ After selecting a new setting, touch the access sensor to confirm your choice. The temperature display on the control panel always shows the selected temperature.
Alarms Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the appliance cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if the door is left open. Switching the temperature alarm off early If the noise disturbs you, you can switch the alarm off early if you wish. Activating the alarm system The alarm system is always active. It does not have to be switched on manually.
Alarms Switching the door alarm off early If the noise disturbs you, you can switch the alarm off early if you wish. ^ Touch the "Alarm off" sensor. The "Alarm off" sensor in the display will go out and the alarm will stop.
SuperCool SuperCool Switching off SuperCool The SuperCool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator to its lowest setting (depending on the room temperature). The SuperCool function will switch itself off automatically after approx. 6 hours. The sensor is highlighted in white and the appliance continues running at normal power. Switching on SuperCool SuperCool is particularly recommended for the faster chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drink.
Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones Due to the natural circulation of the air in the appliance, there are different temperature zones in the refrigerator. Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest section of the appliance. Make use of the different zones when placing food in the appliance. This appliance has DynamicCooling, which helps to keep an even temperature when the fan is running. When DynamicCooling is switched on, the difference between the various zones is less pronounced.
Using the refrigerator efficiently Ensure that when placing food in the refrigerator, a gap of at least 35 mm is maintained under the ceiling of the appliance to enable the air to circulate freely. Only use the area to the front of the refrigerator shelves to place food temporarily, but do not leave it there, as when you shut the door it may get pushed over, causing spillages. Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator Not all food is suitable for refrigeration at temperatures below 5 °C.
Storing food in the MasterFresh zones Food is stored in the MasterFresh zones at a lower temperature than in the conventional refrigerator section. The humidity level in the MasterFresh zones can be regulated to provide the correct conditions for food stored inside them. Due to the optimum storage conditions created within the MasterFresh zones, food remains fresh for longer, and flavour and vitamins are retained.
Storing food in the MasterFresh zones ^ You can deselect the type of food by touching the relevant sensor again. Foods that prefer a dry atmosphere include: You cannot store foods that like high humidity alongside foods that prefer a dry atmosphere. However, you can store several foods from the same humidity/dry group at the same time. – fresh fish, shellfish, meat, poultry, sausages, dairy products and specialty salads. ^ Place the food in its corresponding MasterFresh zone.
Storing food in the MasterFresh zones If you are not satisfied with the results of your stored food (e.g. food loses firmness and wilts shortly after placing in the appliance), keep in mind the following instructions: ^ Only place fresh food in the appliance as the initial condition of the food is crucial to maintaining freshness. ^ Clean the MasterFresh zones before storing food in them. ^ Dry the surface of very moist food before placing it in the MasterFresh zones.
Arranging the interior fittings Moving the shelves To replace the drawer The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. ^ Pull the telescopic rails out as far as they will go. ^ Hold the shelf on both sides and raise it slightly so that it can be lifted over the catches at the back. ^ Place the drawer back on the rails so that it engages at the back and front. ^ Pull the shelf forwards. ^ Place the shelf at the required level, ensuring that it has engaged in the catches at the back.
Arranging the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelves/bottle shelf ^ Use a screwdriver or similar to turn the pin so that the slot in the head is horizontal a. ^ Raise the snap fittings on both sides b, and lift the MasterFresh drawer up and out. To avoid damaging the telescopic runners, make sure that they are pushed back into the appliance. To replace the drawer ^ Pull the telescopic rails out as far as they will go.
Arranging the interior fittings To remove the door shelf altogether, ^ Slide it up the side runners to the very top, then lift it out. To replace the door shelf ^ Engage the door shelf in the runners at the top, and push it down to the position required. For the purposes of loading and unloading or to clean, the containers can be removed from their holders completely. To remove the container in the top door shelf from its holder, ^ Undo the screws on the shelf and remove the cover.
Automatic defrost Refrigerator section and MasterFresh zone Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section and the MasterFresh zone whilst in use. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the appliance.
Cleaning and care Before cleaning Do not let water get into the electronic unit or the appliance lighting. Do not use a steam cleaning apparatus to clean the appliance. Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit. The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed. It contains information which is required in the event of a service call. To avoid damaging the outer surfaces of your appliance, do not use: ^ Switch the appliance off by pressing the On/Off rocker switch.
Cleaning and care Aluminium frames The frames on the shelves inside the appliance and in the door are made from aluminium. Aluminium is affected by the way that light falls on it, by the surrounding environment and by the angle you observe it from. It is also susceptible to scratching. The aluminium frames may suffer discolouration or damage if soiling is left on for too long. Remove any soiling immediately. ^ Release the filter cover (1.), then lower it together with the filter mat and remove it (2.).
Cleaning and care Ventilation gaps After cleaning ^ The ventilation gaps should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner. A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance. ^ Replace all shelves and accessories back in the appliance. Door seal Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time. ^ The door seal should be cleaned regularly with clean water, and then wiped dry with a soft cloth.
Problem solving guide Repair work to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Please note that a call-out charge will be applied for unnecessary service visits where the problem could have been rectified as described in these operating instructions.
Problem solving guide . . . the alarm sounds and the alarm off sensor lights up or is flashing. ^ The refrigerator door is open, or ^ The temperature in one of the zones has risen significantly because withdraw the plug from the socket, or disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw-out fuse in countries where this is applicable. Top lighting – too much warm air from the room has entered the appliance, – large quantities of food have recently been placed in the appliance, – there has been a power cut.
Problem solving guide ^ Engage the lamp cover at the back, then pull it forward and click it into place at the front. Side lighting If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions, please contact Miele. To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the appliance to be serviced. ^ Turn the lamp cover anti-clockwise to remove it. Do not touch halogen lamps with your bare fingers. Use a soft cloth when changing a halogen lamp.
Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on. Blubb, blubb ... A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes. Click ... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the motor on and off. Sssrrrrr ... On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just hear the movement of the fan inside the appliance.
After Sales / Warranty In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, please contact: – Miele The contact details for Miele are given on the back cover of these operating instructions. When contacting Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance. Warranty The manufacturer's warranty for this appliance is 2 years.
Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an AC single phase 220 – 240 V 50 Hz supply. The fuse rating must be at least 10 A. Connection must only be made via a suitable switched socket. The electrical system must comply with VDE 0100.
Installation advice Location This appliance should be installed in a dry, well-ventilated room. It 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. The room temperature should not go above or below the climate range for which the appliance is designed. The higher the ambient temperature of the room, the more energy the appliance requires to operate.
Installation advice Floor Safe operation of the appliance is only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions. Warning! This appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards when the door is open. Keep the door shut until the appliance has been built in and secured within the building-in niche in accordance with these instructions. Due to the size and weight of the appliance, installation must be carried out by two people.
Installation advice Adjoining furniture/units The appliance is screwed to the adjoining furniture/units to the side and above. For this reason, it is essential that all furniture/units be fixed to the ground and/or wall. Ventilation The air vents must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis.
Installation advice Side-by-side installation This appliance may be installed "side-by-side" with another suitable refrigerator or freezer. A side-by-side installation kit, available from Miele, is required. Please contact Miele to find out which appliances are suitable for side-by-side installation with this appliance. See the instructions supplied with the side-by-side installation kit for how to fix the appliances together.
Installation advice Limiting the opening angle of the door The door hinges are set at the factory to enable the door to be opened wide. However, if the appliance door hits an adjacent wall when opened, for example, the opening angle can be limited to 90°. ^ Open the appliance door. ^ Insert the pin into the hinge from above, as shown. The door opening angle is now limited to 90°.
Installation advice Appliance door dimensions (opening angle 90°) * The dimensions of the door fronts and handles will vary according to the individual kitchen. K 1801 Vi, K 1811 Vi K 1901 Vi, K 1911 Vi A B C 829 mm Door front (max. 38 mm)* 982 mm Door front (max. 38 mm)* Door handle* Door handle* Appliance door dimensions (opening angle 115°) * The dimensions of the door fronts and handles will vary according to the individual kitchen.
Building-in dimensions Niche width A K 1801 Vi, K 1811 Vi 762 – 765 mm K 1901 Vi, K 1911 Vi 915 – 918 mm 51
Building-in dimensions Laying the electrical cabling 52 Door front dimensions A B K 1801 Vi, K 1811 Vi 2029 mm 756 mm K 1901 Vi, K 1911 Vi 2029 mm 908 mm
Installation Miscellaneous Due to the size and weight of the appliance, it is essential that installation is carried out by two people. – Step ladder – Sack barrow Tools and accessories required – Wooden beam (min.
Installation Stainless steel fronts Building into a peninsular run Stainless steel fronts and plinth grilles with a stainless steel look are available from your Miele Chartered Agent or from Miele. When built into a peninsular run, the rear of the building-in niche must be fitted with a kitchen furniture panel. Weight of the door fronts Building-in at the end of a run of units Before fitting a furniture door, ensure that the weight of the door does not exceed the maximum permitted.
Installation Aligning the housing unit Checking the building-in niche – The building-in dimensions now need to be checked. – Check the position of the electrical connections (see "Electrical connection"). – Check that all surrounding furniture/units are securely fixed to the wall. – Check the surrounding furniture/units for possible clashes when opening doors. Before installation The housing unit must be carefully aligned using a spirit level before installing the appliance.
Installation Preparing the niche ,Keep the appliance door closed until it is fixed inside the building-in niche. ^ Do not remove the installation aids from the appliance door. These will be required later when the appliance is installed in the building-in niche. ^ Check the appliance for damage during transportation. Do not install a damaged appliance! Due to sheer size and weight of the appliance, it needs to be ensured that it cannot tip forwards once it is built into the niche.
Installation Anti-tipping mechanism The anti-tipping mechanism a ensures the housing unit b is securely fixed to the wall and tipping of the appliance is prevented. Use two anti-tipping mechanisms for each appliance or four for each side-by-side combination of appliances. ^ Position the anti-tipping mechanisms a at the rear of the housing unit on the left and right, leaving a gap to the wall of no more than 10 mm.
Installation In a housing unit with a rear wall In a housing unit without a rear wall ^ bolt the rear wall of the housing unit in several places directly to the wall behind it. Use suitable plugs and fixing screws according to the composition of the wall. ^ bolt the housing unit to the wall in several places with the help of suitable fixing brackets. Use suitable plugs and fixing screws according to the composition of the wall.
Installation An alternative anti-tipping mechanism If it is not possible to fix the anti-tipping mechanisms securely to the floor of the niche, the appliance can be secured at the top using a wooden beam. If this method is used, then there must not be any gap between the appliance and the wooden beam. ^ Mark the position of the lower edge of the wooden beam on the rear wall of the niche. ^ Select screws of a length depending on the thickness of the wood.
Installation Placing the appliance in the niche If you are installing two appliances side by side, now secure the appliances to one another (see the instructions for the side-by-side installation kit). ^ Plug in the appliance a. Connection should be made via a suitable switched socket. The socket should be close to the appliance and easily accessible. When installing two appliances side-by-side, each appliance must have its own separate socket.
Installation Aligning the appliance ^ Align the appliance with neighbouring furniture fronts. Important! Proceed carefully when adjusting the feet, alternating between the left and right feet. ^ A mark is located on the appliance base. When adjusting the height, this mark needs to be aligned at 32 mm from the floor. Unscrew the feet until the mark on the base has reached 32 mm. This measurement of 32 mm corresponds to a building-in recess height of 2134 mm.
Installation ^ If a wooden beam has been fitted above the appliance to prevent tipping, the appliance height needs to be adjusted so that the appliance fits snuggly under the wooden beam. Securing the appliance in the niche ^ Screw on the lugs for the side plates. ^ Screw the lugs for the fixing plates f into the furniture/units above the appliance. If it is not possible to secure the appliance above, it can be attached to the housing at the sides only. ^ Pull out the lugs for the side fixing plates g.
Installation When installing two appliances side-by-side, the trims for the two appliances need to be joined together to form one long strip. ^ Open the appliance door. ^ Insert the joining peg from the side-by-side kit halfway into the channel in the trim for the left-hand appliance. ^ Then insert the free half of the joining peg into the channel on the other trim, and press the two trims together. ^ Click the two trims into place above the appliances.
Installation Preparing the furniture fronts ^ Load the door shelves in the appliance door. ^ Open the appliance door as far as it will go. ^ Unscrew the installation aids l and angle trim m from the door. ^ Put the angle trim m and screws in a safe place - they will be required later. ^ Remove the cover from the light contact switch. ^ Close the appliance door. 64 ^ Measure gap X between the adjusting bar and the upper edge of the adjacent furniture front.
Installation – The mounting frame has several different types of holes to take account of a variety of furniture fronts. – When securing the frame, always screw into the strongest part of the furniture door. – To do this, select screws which are slightly shorter than the thickness of the furniture door. ^ Screw the appliance handle to the furniture door from the inside. ^ Mark gap X on the inside of the furniture front. ^ Similarly, locate and mark the midpoint Y on the furniture front.
Installation Securing and aligning the furniture door ^ Press the pieces of angle trim on both sides into the white plastic frame, and screw them down securely. ^ Screw the nuts o loosely onto the threaded bolts - but do not tighten them yet. ^ Close the door and check the distance between the door and neighbouring furniture doors. ^ Insert the angle trim as far as it will go into the spaces in the frame, as shown. ^ Align the height of the appliance door by sliding it over the threaded bolts n.
Installation Fitting the fixing brackets Securing the covers The fixing brackets are used to secure the furniture front to the bottom of the appliance door. ^ Fit the two cover strips to the sides of the appliance door, clicking them into the space between the appliance door and the furniture front, starting at the bottom and working up to the top. ^ Open the appliance door as far as it will go. ^ Slightly loosen screw (1.). ^ Position the fixing bracket on the appliance door (2.
Installation Fitting the plinth facing Do not cover the vents in the plinth. This will damage the appliance. ^ Trim the plinth facing to the required length and height (cut along the lower edge of the plinth facing where it touches the floor). ^ Now attach the covers onto the retaining clips on both sides. In the case of side-by-side installation, the cover strips are only required on the outer sides. ^ Secure the plinth to the appliance, and attach the cover discs supplied.
Installation Fitting the air separator The air separator in the vent underneath separates air entering the appliance from that leaving it. It also stops warm air flowing into the appliance, which would cause a short circuit. ^ If necessary, the three parts of the air separator can be shortened to the correct height. ^ Replace the foam parts in the sides.
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