Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator 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-GB M.-Nr.
Contents Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 4 Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 11 How to save energy............................................................................................. 12 Guide to the appliance ........................................................................................ 14 Control panel ........................................
Contents Removing the PerfectFresh zone drawers............................................................. 32 Defrosting............................................................................................................. 33 Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... Cleaning agents..................................................................................................... Preparing the appliance for cleaning..........
Warning and Safety instructions This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements. Please note that inappropriate use can 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 The appliance can only be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation. Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
Warning and Safety instructions 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. The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the compressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the system.
Warning and Safety instructions Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply. If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from danger. Do not connect the appliance to the mains electrical supply by a multi-socket adapter or extension lead. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.
Warning and 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.
Warning and Safety instructions Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean or defrost this appliance. Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit. Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, causing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or pointed objects to – remove frost and ice, – separate frozen foods or remove ice trays. Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost it. These can damage the plastic parts.
Warning and Safety instructions Symbol on the compressor (depending on model) This information is only relevant for recycling. In normal operation there is no risk. The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it penetrates the airways.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing 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. In this way, coolant in the pipework and oil in the compressor will be contained, and will not leak into the environment. Please ensure that your old appliance presents no danger to children while being stored awaiting disposal.
How to save energy Installation site / Maintenance Temperature setting Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20 °C. Where there is a high ambient room temperature. Ventilation gaps uncovered and dusted regularly.
How to save 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 organised way. Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness. The appliance will cool down and the compressor will run for longer periods. Take an insulated cool bag when shopping and load food in the appliance as soon as possible.
Guide to the appliance Control panel a On/Off button e Super cool symbol b Super cool button f Lock symbol c Display g Temperature display d Menu symbol (Settings mode: Switch lock on/off; set the temperature in the PerfectFresh-Zone) h Temperature selector button 14 i Alarm off button
Guide to the appliance a Control panel b Fan c Door shelf / Egg tray d Interior lighting e Adjustable shelf f Bottle shelf g PerfectFresh zone, dry compartment h Condensate channel and drain hole i Regulator for setting the moisture level in the humidity controlled compartment j PerfectFresh zone, humidity controlled compartment* (depending on model) This drawing is for illustration purposes only. * The PerfectFresh zone satisfies the requirements of a chill compartment to EN ISO 15502.
Guide to the appliance Optional accessories Bottle rack Bottles can be stored horizontally using the bottle rack to save space. The bottle rack can be placed at different positions in the appliance. Split shelf In order to accommodate tall items in the appliance, one of the shelves is divided. The front section can be pushed under the rear section.
Switching on and off Before using for the first time Accessories Packaging material - Bottle holder Remove all packaging material from the inside of the appliance. The flexible ribs grip the bottles securely when the door is opened and closed. Protective foil The stainless steel trim to the interior shelves and the door shelves has a layer of protective foil to prevent damage during transportation. Carefully remove the protective foil from the stainless steel trim.
Switching on and off Switching on Switching off for longer periods of time If, during a long absence, the ap- Press the On/Off button. The appliance will start to cool and the temperature required will appear in the temperature display. The interior lighting will come on when the door is opened. To enable the temperature to get sufficiently cold inside the appliance, allow the appliance to run for a few hours before placing food in it.
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 Temperature display In normal operation the temperature display shows the average, current temperature in the refrigerator. Depending on the ambient temperature and the temperature setting, it can take the appliance a few hours to reach the temperature required and for this temperature to then be shown as a constant temperature in the display.
The correct temperature Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone In the PerfectFresh zone the temperature is maintained between 0 and 3 °C. However, if you would like it to be warmer or colder, e.g. when storing fish, you can adjust the temperature slightly. b5 is the default setting for the PerfectFresh zone. If a setting of between b1 and b4 is selected the temperature can fall below 0°C. Food could freeze. Setting the temperature Press the Super cool button briefly to access the function.
Using Super cool Super cool function Switching off Super cool The Super cool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator to its lowest setting (depending on the room temperature). The Super cool function switches off automatically after approx. 12 hours. The Super cool symbol will go out and the appliance will then continue to work at normal power. Super cool is particularly recommended for the rapid chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drink.
Door alarm The appliance is fitted with a warning system to avoid increased energy consumption if the door is left open. Door alarm An alarm will sound if the appliance door has been left open for longer than 60 seconds. It will stop as soon as the door is closed. Switching the door alarm off early If the noise disturbs you, you can switch the alarm off if you wish. Press the Alarm off button. The alarm will stop. The alarm cannot be switched off early in Settings mode.
Selecting further settings Settings mode Certain settings on the appliance can only be selected in settings mode. Adjusting the temperature in the b PerfectFresh zone Activate / deactivate the safety lock c Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone is described in "The correct temperature". See below for instructions on how to activate and deactivate the lock. Settings mode is represented in the display by the menu symbol .
Selecting further settings – To deactivate the safety lock Press the Super cool button for approx. 5 seconds. The lock symbol and the Menu symbol will light up and will start flashing in the display. Settings mode is now activated. Press the Super cool button briefly to access the lock function. will appear in the display. Press the Super cool button briefly to deactivate the lock. The lock symbol will go out. Press the On/Off button to exit Settings mode.
Storing food in the refrigerator section Danger of explosion. Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or the appliance door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
Storing food in the refrigerator section Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section Not all food is suitable for refrigeration at temperatures below 5°C as some food is sensitive to cold. The appearance, consistency, taste and / or the vitamin content of certain types of food can be adversely affected by being stored in too cold a place.
Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone The PerfectFresh zone provides ideal storage conditions for fruit, vegetables, fish, meat and dairy products. Food stays fresh considerably longer while retaining both flavour and vitamins. The temperature in the PerfectFresh zone is maintained automatically at between 0 to 3 °C. While lower than the temperature in a standard refrigerator, this is the optimum temperature range for storing fresh food which is not sensitive to cold.
Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone Dry compartment Humidity controlled compartThe dry compartment is ideal for storing ment , foods which perish easily, such as – fish and seafood; – meat, poultry and sausages; The humidity controlled compartment has a regulator which is used to adjust the relative humidity. – salads and lettuce; Slide the regulator to the or relative humidity setting. – dairy products, e.g.
Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone The following tips may help if you find that food you have stored does not keep well (e.g. food becomes limp or wilts after only being stored for a short time): Only use the appliance for storing fresh food. The condition of the food when it is first placed in the appliance is an important factor in determining how long it stays fresh. Clean the PerfectFresh compartments before storing food in them.
Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelf / bottle shelf Push the door/bottle shelf upwards, then remove it by pulling it forwards Replace the door/bottle shelf at the required position. Ensure that it is securely pushed back into position. Moving the shelves The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. The bottle holder can be moved left or right to create more room for drink cartons. The bottle holder can be removed completely (e.g.
Adjusting the interior fittings Removing the PerfectFresh zone drawers The drawers in the PerfectFresh zone are on telescopic runners, and can be removed for filling, emptying or cleaning purposes. Remove the bottle shelf from the door to make it easier to take out the drawers. Pull out the drawer as far as it will go, and then lift it up and out. Push the runners back in again to avoid damaging them. Carefully pull the lid between the compartments slightly forwards, and take it down and out.
Defrosting Refrigerator section and PerfectFresh zone The refrigerator section and the PerfectFresh zone defrost automatically. Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section and PerfectFresh zone whilst the compressor is running. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the compressor.
Cleaning and care Do not let water get into the electronic unit or the lighting. Cleaning water must not get into the drain hole. Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. The steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit. Cleaning agents To avoid damaging the surfaces of your appliance, do not use: – cleaning agents containing soda, ammonia, acids or chlorides – cleaning agents containing descaling agents – abrasive cleaning agents, e.g.
Cleaning and care Preparing the appliance for cleaning Switch the appliance off. Place the shelf on a worktop covered with a soft material (e.g. on a tea towel). The display goes out and cooling is switched off. If this does not happen, then the safety lock is still activated (see "Selecting further settings - Activating or deactivating the safety lock"). Disconnect it from the mains. Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and accessories The following parts are suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher: Clean the appliance at least once a month. Remove soiling immediately to prevent it from drying on. The maximum temperature of the dishwashing programme selected must not exceed 55 °C. Clean the interior with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid applied with a soft sponge. After cleaning, wipe with a clean, damp cloth and then dry with a soft cloth.
Cleaning and care Clean the condensate channel and drain hole frequently so that condensate can drain away unhindered. Use a straw or similar to clear the drain hole if necessary. To do this, remove the PerfectFresh zone compartments. Be careful not to wash out the special lubricant in the telescopic runners during cleaning. The PerfectFresh zone compartments are on telescopic runners. Clean the telescopic runners with a damp cloth.
Problem solving guide Some minor problems can be corrected without contacting Miele. If, having followed the suggestions below, you still cannot resolve the problem, 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. Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.
Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy The compressor runs continuously. This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressor runs at a lower speed, but for longer, when less cooling is required. The compressor is switching on more frequently and for longer periods of time, so the temperature in the appliance is dropping. The ventilation gaps in the housing unit have been covered or become too dusty. Do not block the ventilation gaps. Dust the ventilation gaps regularly.
Problem solving guide Display warnings Message Cause and remedy The alarm symbol lights up in the display and an alarm sounds. The door alarm has been activated. Close the appliance door. The alarm symbol will go out and the alarm will stop. "F0 to F9" appears in the display. There is a fault. Call the Miele Service Department.
Problem solving guide The interior lighting is not working. Problem Cause and remedy The interior lighting is not working. The appliance has not been switched on. Switch the appliance on. To avoid overheating, the lighting switches itself off automatically after approx. 15 minutes if the door is left open. If this is not the case, then there is a fault. Danger of electric shock. There are live electrical components under the lighting cover.
Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Cause and remedy You cannot switch the appliance off. The safety lock is activated. The symbol is lit up in the display. Deactivate the lock (see "Selecting settings - Activating or deactivating the safety lock"). The floor of the refriger- The condensate drain hole is blocked. ator section is wet. Clean the condensate channel and drain hole. The external walls of the appliance feel warm. 42 This is not a fault.
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 frost-free appliances you can sometimes just hear the sound of the fan inside the appliance. Crack ...
After Sales / Guarantee After sales service Guarantee: U.K. In the event of any faults which you cannot easily remedy, please contact In the U.K. the appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase. However, you must activate your cover by calling 0330 160 6640 or registering online at www.miele.co.uk. – your Miele Dealer, or – the Miele Service Department. See end of this booklet for contact details.
Electrical connection The appliance is supplied with a power cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an AC 230 V 50 Hz supply. The fuse rating must be at least 10 A (13 A in the UK). This appliance must be connected to a suitable switched socket which is easily accessible. The electrical connection must comply with current local and national safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).
Installation This appliance must be built in, otherwise it could tip up. 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. The higher the ambient temperature of the room, the more energy the appliance requires to operate. The appliance should be installed in a dry, well ventilated room.
Installation The ventilation gaps must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis. – Air intake occurs via the plinth at the bottom of the appliance and the air escapes at the top at the back of the housing unit. – A ventilation gap of at least 40 mm depth must be allowed for behind the appliance for air to circulate.
Installation Top ventilation gap The ventilation gap at the top of the appliance can be constructed in different ways: – The spacers (depending on model). These ensure the gap required between the back of the appliance and the wall is maintained. – Depending on model, the pouches located in the metal grille (heat exchanger). They are required for the correct functioning of the appliance. The contents are not poisonous or dangerous. Remove the cable clip from the back of the appliance.
Installation Does your old appliance have a different hinging mechanism? If your old appliance had a different type of hinging, the furniture door can still be used. Remove the old hinges from the housing unit. They are no longer required because the furniture door is now fitted to the appliance door. All the necessary parts are supplied or can be ordered from Miele.
Building-in dimensions * The declared energy consumption was calculated in a 560 mm deep niche. The appliance is fully functional in a 550 mm niche but the energy consumption will be slightly higher. Before installation, ensure the housing unit is the correct size. The specified ventilation cross-sections must be maintained in order to ensure the correct functioning of the appliance.
Limiting the opening angle of the door The door hinges are set ex works to enable the 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°. The locking pins for limiting the door opening must be fitted before the appliance is installed.
Changing the door hinging Two people are needed for changing the door hinging. The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand hinging is required, the hinges must be changed. To change the door hinging, you will need the following tools: Open the appliance door. Remove the shelves/bottle shelf from the appliance door. Slightly loosen screws and in the hinges. Push door outwards and take it off its hinges. Lift off covers , and .
Changing the door hinging Refitting the door Place the door with the outer side upwards on a stable surface. Danger of injury. Do not close the hinges. Undo screws completely. Fit bracket on the opposite side and loosely fit screws . Remove screws completely and loosely screw them in on the opposite side. Remove screws completely. Replace the hinges in their diagonally opposite corners .
Changing the door hinging Hang appliance door onto pre-fitted screws and , and tighten screws and securely. Replace covers , and . Refit the locking pins into the top of the hinges to prevent the doors opening too far.
Installing the appliance Two people are required for installing the appliance. To install the appliance, you will need the following tools: Install the appliance in a stable, solid housing unit, positioned on an even and level floor. Secure the housing unit against tipping. Use a spirit level to align the housing unit. The corners of the housing unit must be at a 90 ° angle to each other, otherwise the furniture 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 installing the appliance in its housing unit: – required for fitting the furniture door: 8 4 ** Number depending on niche height. Also contains additional installation parts for fitting large or divided furniture doors. All fitting instructions given are for a right-hand hinged appliance.
Installing the appliance Preparing the appliance Position the appliance in front of the housing unit. Screw fixing bracket into the predrilled holes in the appliance door using hexagonal screw . Screw a second pair of fixing brackets securely into the handle area of the door. Use the pre-drilled holes in the appliance door. Fit cover strip into position. Push the appliance two-thirds of the way into its niche. When doing this, make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped.
Installing the appliance With 16 mm thick unit walls: Clip spacers and on the righthand side of the hinges. Open the appliance door. Remove cover . Secure part using screws 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 stopper onto fixing bracket . Then screw fixing bracket using screws loosely into the bottom of the appliance.
Installing the appliance Installing the appliance. Carefully remove the protective foil from sealing strip . Fix sealing strip flush with the front of the appliance on the door opening side. 1. Position the sealing strip flush with the lower edge of the top fixing. 2. Stick it down along its entire length. Push the appliance into the niche until all fixing brackets are in line with the front edge of the furniture side wall.
Installing the appliance Check the position of the fixing bracket at the top and bottom front edge of the furniture side wall again. Securing the appliance in the niche This will create a gap all round of 42 mm to the front edges of the housing unit side walls. On furniture with door fittings (e.g. stubs, seals etc.) the dimension of these must be taken into account when making sure there is a gap all round of 42 mm. Pull the appliance forwards by the appropriate dimension.
Installing the appliance Snap off any protruding ends from the fixing bracket. They are no longer required. Replace covers and on the fixing brackets. Push the loose bracket against the furniture wall. Secure fixing bracket to the housing unit side wall with screw . Drill holes in the housing unit side walls if necessary. Secure fixing bracket to the housing unit side walls using screws . Drill holes in the housing unit side walls if necessary.
Installing the appliance Only for an appliance with a niche height greater than 140 cm 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: Fitting the furniture door The furniture door must be at least 16 mm thick and not exceed 19 mm thick. The following gap dimensions must be maintained: – The gap between the furniture door and the unit door above must be at least 3 mm.
Installing the appliance Fitting a door front which is heavier than the maximum permitted could damage the hinges. This can cause subsequent functional problems. Before fitting a furniture door, ensure that the weight of the door does not exceed the maximum permitted: Appliance Maximum weight of furniture door in kg K 34272 iD 19 K 35272 iD 21 K 37272 iD 26 When fitting large or divided furniture doors an extra fitting kit or set of fixing brackets should be used.
Installing the appliance Place the furniture door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. Tip: Push fitting aids together with the furniture front up to the height of the adjoining unit furniture doors. Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door . Undo nuts and take fixing bracket off together with fitting aids . Hang fixing bracket with the fitting aids onto the inside of the furniture door. Align the fixing bracket centrally.
Installing the appliance Open the appliance door. Fit side cover to the fixing bracket on the opposite side of the hinge. Turn the furniture door over and attach the handle (if required). Hang the furniture door onto adjusting bolts . Loosely attach nuts on the adjusting bolts. Close the door and check the distance between the door and neighbouring furniture doors. The gaps should be even.
Installing the appliance Aligning the door - Side adjustments (X) Slide the furniture door. - Height adjustment (Y) Use a screwdriver to adjust bolts . A gap of 8 mm is set ex-works between the appliance door and the fixing bracket. This must only be adjusted within its permitted range. 66 Whilst counterholding adjusting bolts with a screwdriver, tighten nuts on the appliance door with ring spanner . Cover strip must be completely hidden in the niche, and must not protrude.
Installing the appliance Tighten all screws again. Replace top cover , and click it into place. Drill holes in the furniture door and fit screws . Make sure the two metal edges are aligned (Symbol //). Close the appliance door and the furniture door. - Depth adjustment (Z) Loosen screws at the top of the appliance door, and screw on the fixing bracket at the bottom. By moving the furniture door, create a gap of 2 mm between the furniture door and the housing unit.
Installing the appliance To make sure the appliance is correctly fitted: – The door must close properly. – The door must not touch the housing unit. – The seal at the top edge of the handle side must fit properly. To double check place a torch 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 installation.
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K 34272 iD, K 35272 iD, K 37272 iD en-GB M.-Nr.
