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M.-Nr. 10 620 290

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  • Page 1 Operating and Installation Instructions Fridge-freezer Combination To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. en-US M.-Nr. 10 620 290...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............. 5 Caring for the environment ................ 14 How to save energy.....................  15 Guide to the appliance .................. 17 Control panel ......................17 Explanation of symbols ..................18 Accessories ...................... 19 Accessories supplied .................... 19 Optional accessories..................... 19 Switching on and off ...................
  • Page 3 Contents Storing food in the refrigerator section.............  40 Various cooling zones ................... 40 Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ......41 What to be aware of when shopping for food............42 Storing food correctly.................... 42 Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone............
  • Page 4 Contents Starting up the appliance after cleaning ............... 67 Frequently asked questions ................ 68 Causes of noises .................... 79 Technical Service.................... 80 Information for dealers .................. 81 Demo mode ......................81 Plumbing ...................... 83 Information on the fresh water connection ............83 Connecting the water supply ................

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    The appliance is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance.

  • Page 6: Technical Safety

    In the event of any damage: – avoid open flames and anything that creates a spark, – disconnect the appliance from the electrical power supply, – ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and – contact Miele Technical Service.
  • Page 7 Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.  If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Miele authorized technician in order to protect the user from harm. ...
  • Page 8  Installation, repair and maintenance work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician in accordance with national and local safety codes and the provided installation instructions. Contact Miele’s Technical Service Department for examination, repair or adjustment.
  • Page 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper use  The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature, e.g.
  • Page 10 Observe the manufacturer's "use-by" dates and storage instructions.  Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid.
  • Page 11 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning and care  Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals. They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.  Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance. The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

  • Page 12: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Californian statement No. 65  This product contains chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. Transport  To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and in its packaging.
  • Page 13 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  Splashes of coolant can cause damage to the eyes. Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal, e.g. by – puncturing the coolant channels in the evaporator, – kinking any pipework, –...

  • Page 14: Caring For The Environment

    Consult with local authorities, dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle electrical and electronic appliances. Miele assumes no responsibility for deleting any personal data left on the appliance being disposed.

  • Page 15: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal Increased energy consumption energy consumption Installation / In a well-ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly Maintenance ventilated room. Protected from direct In direct sunlight. sunlight. Away from heat sources Near a heat source (radiator, (radiator, range/oven). oven).
  • Page 16 How to save energy Normal Increased energy consumption energy consumption The drawers and shelves are in the original arrangement. Only open the door when Frequent opening of the necessary and for as short a door for long periods will time as possible. Store food cause a loss of coldness.

  • Page 17: Guide To The Appliance

    For selecting and deselecting for the whole appliance settings mode b Optical interface i For deactivating the temperature/ (for Miele Service only) door alarm c For selecting the refrigerator or j Display with temperature and freezer section symbols (symbols only visible in...

  • Page 18: Explanation Of Symbols

    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 automatic SuperCool/SuperFreeze functions or entering settings  Ice cube maker For switching the ice cube maker on and off, setting the water quantity, rinsing the ice cube maker, setting the cleaning position of the ice cube tray;...

  • Page 19: Accessories

    The non-slip fins of the bottle holder jut out into the bottle shelf and make Optional accessories bottles more secure when you open and close the appliance door. A range of useful Miele accessories and care products are available for your Butter dish appliance. Stainless steel maintenance...
  • Page 20 Accessories are available to order via the Miele Webstore, from Miele directly (see back cover for contact details) or from your Miele dealer. Bottles can be stored horizontally using the bottle rack to save space. The bottle rack can be placed at different positions in the refrigerator section.

  • Page 21: Switching On And Off

    "Cleaning and care".  Touch the On/Off button. Important: Each time it is used, the The power supply symbol  will go out Miele Stainless Steel Cleaner forms a and the appliance will start to cool. water-repellant and dirt-repellant protective coating.

  • Page 22: Switching Off The Appliance

    Switching on and off As soon as the set temperature is Switching off the appliance reached, the sensor for the freezer section will light up (continuous light) and the alarm symbol  go out. To ensure that the appliance is cold ...

  • Page 23: Turning The Refrigerator Section Back On Again

    Switching on and off Turning the refrigerator section back Turning off for longer periods on again of time The refrigerator section can be turned  If, during a long absence, the on separately. appliance is switched off but not cleaned and the door(s) left shut, there is a danger of bacteria building up inside the appliance.

  • Page 24: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature Automatic cold air circulation It is very important to set the correct (DynamicCooling) temperature for storing food in the appliance. Bacteria will cause food The fan automatically turns on when the which is not stored at the correct cooling system for the refrigerator temperature to deteriorate rapidly.

  • Page 25: Temperature Display

    The correct temperature Temperature display Setting the temperature for the refrigerator/freezer section In normal operation the display shows The temperatures for the refrigerator the current average refrigerator and freezer sections are set separately. temperature and the current temperature in the warmest part of the freezer.
  • Page 26 The correct temperature The following information appears on If you have adjusted the temperature, the display when the sensors are wait for approx. 6 hours if the touched: appliance is not very full and for approx. 24 hours if the appliance is –...

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Temperature In The Perfectfresh Pro Zone

    The correct temperature Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro zone In the PerfectFresh Pro zone, the temperature is kept at between 32°F  You can now adjust the temperature and 37°F (0 °C and 3 °C). However, if in the PerfectFresh Pro zone by you would like it to be warmer or colder, touching the ...

  • Page 28: Using Automatic Supercool And Superfreeze

    Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze Turning off automatic SuperCool The automatic SuperCool function The automatic SuperCool function turns off automatically after approx. 12 hours. The automatic SuperCool function can The appliance will then continue to be used to rapidly reduce the operate at normal power.

  • Page 29: Automatic Superfreeze Function

    Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze Turning on automatic SuperFreeze Automatic SuperFreeze function For freezing small quantities of food, the automatic SuperFreeze function should For best results, turn on automatic be turned on 6 hours beforehand. If SuperFreeze before putting fresh food you are freezing the maximum load of in the freezer.
  • Page 30 Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze Turning off SuperFreeze The automatic SuperFreeze function will switch itself off automatically after approx. 30 - 65 hours. The quantity of fresh food placed in the freezer determines just how long the SuperFreeze function stays on. The SuperFreeze ...

  • Page 31: Temperature And Door Alarm

    Temperature and door alarm Your appliance is equipped with a  If the temperature in the freezer warning system to ensure that remains above 0°F (-18 °C) for a long temperature increases in the freezer time, check that the frozen food has section do not go unnoticed and also not started to defrost.

  • Page 32: Door Alarm

    Temperature and door alarm Cancelling the door alarm Door alarm If the alarm is disturbing you, it can be The appliance is fitted with a warning switched off. system to avoid increased energy consumption and food becoming warm if the door is left open. An alarm will sound if the door is left open for too long.

  • Page 33: Selecting Additional Settings

    Selecting additional settings Certain settings for the appliance can Safety lock  only be selected in settings mode. The safety lock can be activated to prevent: While you are in settings mode, the door alarm and any other fault – the appliance being turned off by messages are suppressed mistake, automatically, but the alarm symbol...

  • Page 34: Temperature Unit (Celsius Or Fahrenheit)

    Selecting additional settings Temperature unit (Celsius or Fahrenheit) The temperature can be displayed in either Fahrenheit °F or Celsius °C.  By touching the  or  sensor, you Degrees Fahrenheit °F is the factory can now select whether the safety setting. lock is activated or deactivated:  0: the safety lock is deactivated Setting the temperature display to 1 : the safety lock is activated.
  • Page 35 Selecting additional settings Setting the temperature display to Fahrenheit  You can now select °C by touching the  or  button.  Touch the settings button. All symbols available for selection will appear on the display and the  symbol will flash. ...

  • Page 36: Acoustic Signals

    Selecting additional settings Acoustic signals  The appliance has acoustic signals such as the button tone and the door and temperature alarms.  You can now select °F by touching the  or  button. You can turn the button tone and the door alarm on and off, but you cannot turn off the temperature alarm.

  • Page 37: Display Brightness

    Selecting additional settings Display brightness  You can adjust the brightness of the display to suit the ambient light conditions in the room.  By touching the  or   sensors you can now select the following: The display brightness can be adjusted 0 : Sensor tone off; Door alarm off incrementally from 1 to 3.

  • Page 38: Sabbath Mode

    Selecting additional settings Sabbath mode  The appliance has a Sabbath mode for the purposes of religious observance.  By touching the  or  sensor, you The following are turned off: can now alter the brightness of the – the interior lighting when the door is display: opened, 1 : Dimmest setting...
  • Page 39 Selecting additional settings As soon as the  symbol goes out in Turning on Sabbath mode the display after 3 seconds, Sabbath mode is switched on.  Turn off Sabbath mode after the Sabbath has passed.  Touch the Settings sensor. Turning off Sabbath mode All symbols available for selection will appear in the display and the ...

  • Page 40: Storing Food In The Refrigerator Section

    Storing food in the refrigerator section Various cooling zones Do not load more than a maximum of 16 kg of food in the appliance door. Due to natural air circulation there are different temperature zones in the  WARNING! Fire hazard! refrigerator section.

  • Page 41: Food Which Is Not Suitable For Storage In The Refrigerator Section

    Storing food in the refrigerator section Warmest area Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator The warmest area in the refrigerator section is in the top section of the door. section Use this for storing butter so that it Not all food is suitable for refrigeration remains spreadable and cheese so that at temperatures below 41°F (5°C)

  • Page 42: What To Be Aware Of When Shopping For Food

    Storing food in the refrigerator section What to be aware of when Storing food correctly shopping for food Food should generally be stored covered or packaged in the refrigerator The freshness of food when first placed section (there are some exceptions to in the appliance is the most important this rule in the PerfectFresh Pro zone).

  • Page 43: Storing Food In The Perfectfresh Pro Zone

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Thanks to the optimum storage The PerfectFresh Pro zone is divided conditions in the PerfectFresh Pro zone into two compartments: for fruit, vegetables, fish, meat and The Info system (shown here in dairy products, food remains fresh for sections) above the PerfectFresh Pro longer, and flavor and vitamins are zone helps you to choose the correct...

  • Page 44: Dry Compartment

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Dry compartment  Humidity-controlled compartment ,  /  The dry compartment is suitable for storing perishable foods such as: Low humidity  – fresh fish and shellfish; When the  setting is used, the humidity-controlled compartment –...
  • Page 45 Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Regulating humidity in the humidity- High humidity in the humidity- controlled compartment controlled compartment can cause condensation to build up in the A slide control is used to regulate the bottom of the compartment and amount of moisture in the humidity beneath the lid.
  • Page 46 Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone  High humidity (/) in the humidity- If you are not satisfied with your stored food (for example food loses controlled compartment is achieved its crispness or starts to shrivel up solely through the moisture contained after only a short storage time), in the food stored, i.e.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelf / Moving the shelf/shelf with bottle shelf lighting  Lift up the door shelf / bottle shelf The shelves can be adjusted according and pull it forward to remove it. to the height of the food. ...

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Bottle Rack

    Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the bottle rack PerfectFresh Pro zone drawers The drawers in the PerfectFresh Pro The bottle rack is available as an zone are on telescopic rails, and can be optional accessory (see "Accessories removed for filling, emptying or cleaning - Optional accessories").

  • Page 49: Moving The Carbon Filter

    Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the carbon filter Take care when cleaning the appliance that you do not wash the The carbon filter with KKF-FF holder special lubricant out of the (Active AirClean) is available as an telescopic rails. optional accessory (see "Accessories Wipe the rails with a damp cloth.

  • Page 50: Freezing And Storing Food

    Freezing and storing food If food is frozen quickly, the cells have Always observe USDA food safety less time to lose moisture, so they guidelines. shrink less. As there is not so much moisture loss, it is easier for the food to ...

  • Page 51: Home Freezing

    Freezing and storing food – Do not season fresh foods or Home freezing blanched vegetables before freezing. Only freeze food that is fresh and in Only season cooked food lightly good condition. before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some spices Tips for home freezing alters when frozen.
  • Page 52 Freezing and storing food Tip: Freezer bags may also be sealed - Freezing the maximum amount (see using home heat sealing kits. data plate)  Label the package with the contents Ensure ventilation slots at the back and the date of freezing. of the freezer section are always free from obstruction.

  • Page 53: Defrosting

    Freezing and storing food Storage time for frozen food Defrosting The storage life of food is very variable, Frozen food can be thawed in various even at a constant temperature of 0 °F ways: (-18 °C). Decomposition processes also – in the microwave, take place in frozen food, albeit at a very reduced speed.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Freezing and storing food Cooling drinks quickly Using accessories  Risk of injury from broken glass! Using the cool pack Bottles and cans of drinks, The cool pack prevents the temperature particularly carbonated drinks, can in the freezer from rising too quickly in burst when frozen.

  • Page 55: Making Ice Cubes

    Making ice cubes For the automatic ice cube maker to operate it must be connected to the fresh water supply (see "Fresh water supply"). Ice cube maker with integrated ice cube tray Only make normal quantities of ice An ice cube tray  where ice cubes are cubes (for your own use) with the ice produced is integrated into the ice cube cube maker.

  • Page 56: Turning The Ice Cube Maker On/Off

    Making ice cubes Turning the ice cube maker on/ Making a large quantity of ice cubes The amount of ice cubes which the appliance makes depends on the temperature in the freezer section. The lower the temperature, the more ice ...

  • Page 57: Changing The Size Of The Ice Cubes

    Making ice cubes  By touching the  or  button, you Changing the size of the ice can now set the water volume you cubes require (E1 to E8): The size of the ice cubes depends on E1: low the amount of water, which you can set E8: high according to your requirements.

  • Page 58: Turning The Ice Cube Maker On/Off With The On/Off Button

    Making ice cubes Turning the ice cube maker on/ off with the on/off button  Open the ice cube drawer slightly.  Press the on/off button  on the ice cube maker – until the indicator light comes on. The symbol for the ice cube maker  will appear on the display.

  • Page 59: Automatic Defrosting

    Automatic defrosting Freezer section  Danger of injury and damage! Do not use any mechanical or other The appliance is equipped with a types of aids which are not "NoFrost" system. The freezer defrosts recommended by the manufacturer automatically. to accelerate the defrosting process. The moisture generated in the appliance collects on the condenser, Refrigerator section and...

  • Page 60: Cleaning And Care

    Remove the cleaner promptly. Cleaning water must not get into the To clean the appliance's stainless drain hole. steel surfaces, use Miele Stainless Steel Cleaner (see "Guide to the The data plate located inside the appliance - Optional accessories"). appliance must not be removed. It...

  • Page 61: Rinsing The Ice Cube Maker

    Cleaning and care Rinsing the ice cube maker "Rinse the ice cube maker" can only be selected when the ice cube maker Rinse out the ice cube maker and is on. water supply line: – before using for the first time, –...

  • Page 62: Cleaning The Ice Cube Tray

    Cleaning and care  Carefully remove the ice cube drawer, Setting the cleaning position which is now full of water, and empty This setting can only be selected if the and clean it. ice cube maker is on. The ice cube tray is not detachable ...

  • Page 63: Preparing The Appliance For Cleaning

    Cleaning and care  Remove the ice cube drawer. Preparing the appliance for cleaning The ice cube tray is not detachable  Switch the appliance off. and can only be cleaned when in place. The display goes out and cooling is turned off.
  • Page 64 Cleaning and care Dismantling the shelves / shelves with lighting  The stainless steel trim with LED lighting must not be placed in water. Clean the stainless steel trim with LED lighting with a damp cloth.  The stainless steel trim with LED ...

  • Page 65: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Dismantling the bottle and door Cleaning the interior and shelves accessories  The stainless steel trim on the Clean the appliance at least once a bottle and door shelves is not month. suitable for dishwashers. Remove the trim before cleaning the Clean up any spills, stains or food door shelves in a dishwasher.
  • Page 66 Clean the telescopic runners with a damp cloth. – bottle shelf and door shelf on the inside of the door (without stainless  Miele Stainless Steel Cleaner can be steel trim) used to remove any dirt from the stainless steel trim.

  • Page 67: Cleaning The Door Seal

    0 °F (-18 °C) or colder.  The air vents should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner (you could use a Miele vacuum cleaner dusting brush, for example).

  • Page 68: Frequently Asked Questions

     Unauthorized installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorized technician. Problem Possible cause and solution...
  • Page 69 Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution The compressor is The ventilation grille is obstructed or dusty. switching on more  Do not block the ventilation grille. frequently and for  Clean the dust from the ventilation grille on a longer periods of time, regular basis.
  • Page 70 The door seal is No tools are required to change the door seal. damaged and needs to  Contact Miele Service. be replaced. Ice or condensation has The door seal has come out of its groove. built up inside the ...
  • Page 71 Frequently asked questions Messages in the display Message Possible cause and solution  is lit up in the display The safety lock has been activated. and the appliance  Turn off the safety lock (see "Selecting settings - cannot be used. Switching the safety lock on/off").
  • Page 72 Defrosted food may only be re- frozen after it has been cooked. "F0 to F9" appears in There is a fault. the display.  Contact Miele Technical Service. There is a fault. "FE*" appears on the  Contact Miele Service. display.
  • Page 73  Clean the filters. The water line has not been vented.  Have a qualified professional check that the water line has been properly vented before calling Miele Service. The ice cube maker is The size of the ice cubes depends on the quantity of only producing small water supplied.
  • Page 74 Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution The ice cubes have an The ice cube maker is in constant use and needs to unpleasant odor or be cleaned regularly. flavor.  Rinse the ice cube maker and water supply line regularly (see "Cleaning and care - Rinsing the ice cube maker").
  • Page 75 The lighting covers must not be removed or damaged, or be removed due to damage. This could cause injury to your eyes. Do not look into the LED lighting (laser beam class 1/1M) with optical instruments (e.g. a magnifying glass).  Contact Miele Service.
  • Page 76 Danger of electric shock. There are live electrical components under the lighting cover. The LED lighting may only be repaired or replaced by Miele Service.  Risk of injury from LED lighting. Light intensity corresponds to laser beam class 1/1M.
  • Page 77  Push in the shelf until it clicks into position.  Close the appliance door. When the door is opened again, the interior lighting will come on. If this does not happen, there is a fault.  Contact Miele Service.
  • Page 78 Frequently asked questions Other problems Problem Possible cause and solution The door to the freezer This is not a fault. The suction caused by opening section will not open and closing the door is preventing the door from because it has been opening.

  • Page 79: Causes Of Noises

    Causes of noises Normal Cause noises 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.

  • Page 80: Technical Service

    In the event of a fault which you cannot For additional information, please refer easily correct yourself, please contact: to your warranty booklet. – your Miele dealer or See the end of these operating and installation instructions for this – Miele Technical Service.

  • Page 81: Information For Dealers

    Information for dealers Demo mode  The appliance can be demonstrated in the showroom or at exhibitions in "Demo mode". In this mode, the control  Touch and hold the  button. panel and interior lighting are active but the compressor remains off. Turning on demo mode ...
  • Page 82 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.

  • Page 83: Plumbing

    Plumbing The appliance is only suitable for Information on the fresh water connection to a cold water supply, connection which The appliance must be connected to – is directly connected to the water the mains water supply by a qualified supply in order to ensure a circulation professional.

  • Page 84: Connecting The Water Supply

    Plumbing Connecting the water supply Before connecting the water, make sure that the appliance is disconnected from the electricity supply. The cold water line must be vented by a qualified plumber before it is used for the first time. The fresh water connection is at the back of the appliance, at the bottom.

  • Page 85: For Water Lines With A 1/4" Thread

    Plumbing  Insert the water filter  with the depression facing downwards towards the adapter .  Risk of damage! Do not overtighten the union nut as this can cause damage.  Connect the union nut  to the solenoid valve  and tighten it. ...

  • Page 86: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Wait for 1 hour after installation before  Danger of electric shock! plugging the appliance into the power The appliance must only be switched supply. This allows coolant and on when it has been installed in refrigerator oil to settle in accordance accordance with the installation with regulations.
  • Page 87 Electrical connection The outlet must be easily accessible in Do not connect the appliance to an an emergency so that the appliance can inverter such as those used with an be quickly disconnected from the autonomous energy source e.g. solar electrical supply in case of an power.

  • Page 88: Installation Information

    Installation information – The plug and cord must not touch Side-by-side the back of the appliance as they The appliance has two side-wall heaters could be damaged by vibrations from encased in foam and can be installed the appliance. side-by-side with other appliances. –...

  • Page 89: Ventilation

    Installation information Climate class The air at the back wall of the appliance warms up. Therefore the cabinet must The appliance is designed for use within be constructed in such a way that a certain climate range (ambient ensures unhindered ventilation (see temperatures) and should not be used "Built-in dimensions").
  • Page 90 Installation information Lower ventilation slit If you wish to fit a grille in the ventilation openings, the ventilation The appliance can be ventilated via the openings must be larger than 31 cabinet plinth with the ventilation grille square inches. The passage volume supplied or with a minimum ventilation of 31 square inches is the total area opening of 31 square inches cross-...

  • Page 91: Cabinet Doors

    Installation information Calculating cabinet door sizes Cabinet doors The width of the cabinet doors An upper cabinet door for the depends on the style of the kitchen and refrigerator section and a lower cabinet the gap between the unit door panels. door for the freezer section are required.
  • Page 92 Installation information Cabinet door dimensions  /  height of freezer section cabinet door   /  height of refrigerator section cabinet door   Refrigerator section cabinet door  Freezer section cabinet door  Refrigerator section appliance door  Freezer section appliance door  Fitted unit cover panel  Fitted unit cabinet base...
  • Page 93 Installation information – Height of freezer section cabinet 27 3/8" (695 mm) door  9/16" (15 mm) 1. The freezer section cabinet door 24 3/4" (629 mm) must be at least A = 27 3/8" (695 mm) to cover the bottom 38 15/16" (989 mm) section of the appliance. 70 3/8"...

  • Page 94: Before Installing The Appliance

    Installation information Before installing the appliance  Before installation, remove the bag of installation and other accessories from the appliance and remove the profile strip from the outer appliance door.  Do not remove the following from the back of the appliance ...

  • Page 95: Wall Spacer At The Back

    Installation information 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.

  • Page 96: Installation Dimensions

    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. Niche height Freezer section KFNS 37692 iDE-1 69 3/4"-70 3/8" 27 3/8" (695 mm) (1772-1788 mm)

  • Page 97: Limiting The Opening Angle Of The Appliance Doors

    Limiting the opening angle of the appliance doors The door hinges are set ex factory to allow the appliance doors to be opened wide. However, if the opening angle of the doors needs to be limited for any reason, the hinge can be adjusted to accommodate this.

  • Page 98: Changing The Door Hinges

    Changing the door hinges  Open both appliance doors. Always change the door hinge with the assistance of another person.  Remove the shelves/bottle shelf from the appliance door. The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand hinging is required, the hinges must be changed.
  • Page 99 Changing the door hinges  Loosen screws  and  on the  Remove screws  completely. hinges a little.  Place securing element   on the  Push appliance doors  and  opposite side and loosely fasten screws  . outwards and take them off. ...
  • Page 100 Changing the door hinges Carry out the following steps for each door. Unscrew the soft-close mechanism  The soft-close mechanism folds in when dismantled.  Place the door with the front facing down on a stable surface.  Using a screwdriver, remove the ball joint ...
  • Page 101 Changing the door hinges Fastening the soft-close mechanism  Now turn over the appliance door so that the outer side faces downwards.  Screw the mount  onto the hinge and firmly tighten.  Pull the soft-close mechanism  so ...

  • Page 102: Building In The Appliance

    Building in the appliance To install the appliance, you will need Two people are required to install the the following tools: appliance.  Install the appliance in a stable, solid housing unit, positioned on an even and level floor.  Secure the cabinetry against tipping. ...
  • Page 103 Building in the appliance The following installation parts are – For fitting the cabinet doors: required: All installation parts are number coded. This coding is also used in the installation instructions. – For building the appliance into the niche: All installation steps are shown on a right-hinged appliance.
  • Page 104 Building in the appliance With 5/8" (16 mm)-thick unit walls only:  Screw brackets  using hex screw  to the pre-drilled holes in the appliance door. Using the pre-drilled holes in the appliance door, secure a second pair of mounting brackets  to the handle area of the door. ...
  • Page 105 Building in the appliance  Carefully remove the protective foil from profile strip .  Stick on profile strip  flush with the front of the appliance at the side on which the door will open.  Remove cover . 1. Place the profile strip on the bottom ...
  • Page 106 Building in the appliance  Check again that securing brackets at Fitting the appliance the top and bottom are flush with  Now push the appliance into the front edge of the cabinet side wall. niche until all securing brackets make contact with the front edge of the This ensures a distance of 1 cabinet side wall.

  • Page 107: Securing The Appliance In The Niche

    Building in the appliance Securing the appliance in the niche  Push the loose securing bracket against the cabinet wall.  Fix securing bracket  to the cabinet  Push the appliance onto the cabinet wall with screw . Pre-drill the hole wall on the hinge side.
  • Page 108 Building in the appliance To give the appliance additional security in the niche push the batons supplied between the appliance and the cabinet base:  Snap off any protruding ends from the securing bracket. They are no longer required and can be disposed ...

  • Page 109: Fitting The Cabinet Doors

    Building in the appliance Fitting the cabinet doors An installation set or an extra pair of securing brackets is available from Miele Service or from specialist retailers for the installation of large and divided cabinet doors. Complete the following steps on both doors.
  • Page 110 Building in the appliance  Place the cabinet door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface.  Push side cover  onto the mounting frame opposite the hinge side.  Turn the cabinet door over and attach the handle (if required). ...
  • Page 111 Building in the appliance  Open the appliance door. Adjusting the position of the door  Hang the cabinet doors on adjusting - Adjusting the sides (X) bolts .  Adjust the cabinet door.  Screw nuts  loosely onto the - Adjusting the height (Y) adjusting bolts.
  • Page 112 Building in the appliance  Tighten nuts  on the appliance  Pre-drill fixing holes  in the cabinet doors with ring spanner  while door and fasten screws . Make sure counter-holding adjusting bolts  both metal edges are flush with a screwdriver. (// symbol). ...
  • Page 113 Building in the appliance  Tighten all the screws again. The appliance is properly installed in the niche if: – The doors close properly. – The doors are not sitting against the cabinet carcase. – The seal on the top corner of the handle side is firmly seated.
  • Page 115 Technical Service. U.S.A. Canada Miele, Inc. Importer Miele Limited National Headquarters 9 Independence Way Headquarters and Miele Centre Princeton, NJ 08540 161 Four Valley Drive Phone: 800-843-7231 Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8 609-419-4298 Fax: www.miele.ca www.mieleusa.com...
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