Miele K 14827 SD User Manual

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Operating and installation instructions
Refrigerator with PerfectFresh zone and Dynamic cooling K 14827 SD K 14827 SD ed/cs
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. 07 937 090
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Contents
Guide to the appliance .............................................4
Caring for the environment..........................................6
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................7
How to save energy ...............................................12
Switching on and off ..............................................13
Before using for the first time.........................................13
Cleaning and care ..............................................13
Operating the appliance ............................................13
Settings mode ....................................................14
Switching the sensor tones on/off...................................15
Activating or de-activating the safety lock ............................15
Switching off for longer periods of time .................................16
The correct temperature ...........................................17
...intherefrigerator and the PerfectFresh zone .........................17
Dynamic cooling ..................................................17
Setting the temperature .............................................17
Temperature range ..............................................18
Setting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone .........................18
Temperature display ...............................................19
Changing the temperature display brightness .........................19
Alarm...........................................................20
To switch off the door alarm whilst the door is still open ....................20
To switch on the door alarm .........................................20
Super cool ......................................................21
The Super cool function.............................................21
Storing food in the refrigerator......................................22
Different storage zones .............................................22
Food which is not suitable for storing in the refrigerator .....................23
When shopping for food .............................................23
Storing food correctly ..............................................23
Unpacked meat and vegetables ..................................23
Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone................................24
Storage temperature ...............................................24
Humidity level ....................................................24
Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone compartments ......................24
Dry compartment ...............................................24
Humidity-controlled compartment ..................................25
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Contents
Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................28
Moving the shelves ................................................28
Split shelf ........................................................28
Adjusting the condiment tray/bottle shelf ...............................29
Universal container ................................................30
Moving the bottle divider ............................................30
Automatic defrost ................................................31
Refrigerator section and PerfectFresh zone .............................31
Cleaning and care ................................................32
Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................33
Appliance door, side panels .........................................34
Ventilation gaps ...................................................35
Door seal ........................................................35
Metal grille at the back of the appliance ................................35
Active charcoal filters .............................................36
To change the active charcoal filters...................................36
Problem solving guide ............................................38
Noises .........................................................40
After Sales / Guarantee ............................................41
Information for dealers ............................................42
Demo mode ......................................................42
Electrical connection..............................................43
Installation ......................................................44
Side-by-side installation.............................................44
Location .........................................................44
Climate range ..................................................44
Ventilation .......................................................44
Installation .......................................................45
Aligning the appliance..............................................45
Levelling the appliance door .........................................45
Appliance dimensions ..............................................46
Changing the door hinging .........................................47
Aligning the appliance.............................................56
Stainless steel appliances (height adjustable door).....................56
Building in the appliance ..........................................57
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Guide to the appliance
a On/Off sensor
b Super cool sensor
c Sensor for setting a lower
temperature (X)
d Safety lock indicator light
(only visible when the Safety lock is activated)
e Temperature display
f "Cooling" symbol
g Sensor for setting a higher
temperature (Y)
h Alarm off sensor
(only visible when the door alarm sounds)
i Change active charcoal filter
indicator (only visible when the active charcoal filters need to be changed)
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a Dynamic cooling fan
b Interior lighting
c Butter and cheese compartment
d Universal container
e Egg tray/Condiment tray
f Bottle rack
g Active charcoal filter holder
h Adjustable shelves
i Bottle shelf
j Bottle divider
k Condensate channel and
drain hole
l PerfectFresh zone, dry compartment
m Control for setting the moisture level
in the humidity controlled compartments
Guide to the appliance
n PerfectFresh zone, humidity
controlled compartments
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing material
The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal, and should be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation!
Disposal of your old appliance
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. Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre or contact your dealer for advice. Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.
Take care not to damage the pipework at the back of it before or during transportation to an authorised collection depot. In this way, refrigerant in the pipework and oil in the compressor will be contained, and will not leak out into the environment.
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Warning and Safety instructions
This appliance complies with all relevant safety requirements. Improper use can, however, present a risk of both personal injury and material damage.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before installation and before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, operation and maintenance.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the appliance.
The appliance can only be used by
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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 understand the hazards involved.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.
Correct application
This appliance is not designed for
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commercial use. It is intended for use in domestic households and in similar working and residential environments such as:
Shops
Offices and showrooms
and by residents in establishments such as:
Hostels and guest houses.
The appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
It must only be used as a domestic appliance to cool and store foodstuffs.
Safety with children
Children 8 years and older may use
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the appliance only if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children under 8 years of age must
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be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
This appliance is not a toy! Do not
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allow children to play with it or near it, or to play with the controls, or to swing on the door.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
Before setting up the appliance,
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check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous.
If the connection cable is faulty it
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must only be replaced by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer to protect the user from danger.
This appliance contains the coolant
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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. This is unavoidable, but does not have any adverse effect on the performance of the appliance. Care must be taken during transportation and setting up of the appliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking coolant can damage the eyes. In the event of any damage:
- avoid open flames and anything which creates a spark,
- disconnect from the mains,
- air the room in which the appliance is located for several minutes and
- contact the Service Department for advice.
The more coolant there is in an
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appliance, the larger the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up. For every8gofcoolant at least 1 m room space is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
Safe operation of the appliance is
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only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions.
Before connecting the appliance,
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check that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) 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.
Do not connect the appliance to the
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mains electricity supply by a multi-socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
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Warning and Safety instructions
The electrical safety of this
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appliance can only be guaranteed if correctly earthed. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is observed and regularly tested and where there is any doubt, the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage or injury caused by the lack of or inadequacy of an effective earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
Installation, maintenance and
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repairs may only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
While the appliance is under
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guarantee, repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer. Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated.
In areas which may be subject to
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infestation by cockroaches or other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee.
The appliance must be isolated from
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the electricity supply during installation, maintenance and repair work.
Faulty components must only be
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replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
This appliance must not be used in
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a non-stationary location (e.g. on a ship).
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct use
Do not store explosive materials in
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the appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Thermostats switching on may produce sparks which could present a fire hazard. Flammable compounds could explode.
Do not operate any electrical
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equipment (e.g. an electric ice-cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion.
If storing alcohol with a high
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percentage proof in the refrigerator, make sure the bottle is tightly closed and stored upright. Danger of explosion.
Observe the "use by" dates given on
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food to avoid the risk of food poisoning. Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness and quality of the food as well as the temperature at which it is stored. Follow the instructions given on food manufacturer's packaging on storage conditions required, as well as the "use by" date.
Do not use sharp edged objects to
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remove frost and ice,
separate food which has become frozen.
They will damage the evaporator, causing irreversible damage to the appliance.
Do not use defrosting sprays or
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de-icers, as they might contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could cause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
Do not use a steam-cleaning
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appliance to clean this appliance. Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Do not use any oils or grease on the
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door seal, as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous with time.
If storing food which contains a lot of
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fat or oil, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks.
Do not block the ventilation gaps in
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the appliance as this would impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and could cause damage to the appliance.
The appliance is designed for use
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within certain climate ranges (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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Stainless steel appliances
Do not use sticky notes, transparent
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adhesive tape, masking tape or other types of adhesive on the surface of the door. These damage the surface, causing it to lose its dirt repellent protective coating.
The high-quality surface of the door
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is supsceptible to scratching. Even fridge magnets can cause scratching.
Disposal of your old appliance
Before disposing of an old
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appliance, first make the door latch or lock unusable. This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives.
Be careful not to damage any part of
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the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.
– puncturing the refrigerant channels
in the evaporator.
bending any pipework.
scratching the surface coating.
Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes.
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How to save energy
Normal energy consumption
Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room.
Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight.
Not near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20°C.
Do not cover the ventilation gaps and dust them regularly.
Temperature setting with a thermostat which is approximate (set in stages).
Temperature setting with a thermostat which is exact to the degree (digital display).
Use Drawers, shelves and racks
Defrosting Defrost the freezer section when a
With a medium setting of 2 to 3. With a high setting: the lower the
Larder section 8 to 12 °C
Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C
PerfectFresh zone just above 0 °C
Freezer section -18 °C
Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C
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. Searching for an item will mean the
Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the appliance.
Store food covered or packaged. The evaporation or condensation of
Place frozen food in the refrigerator to defrost.
Do not over-fill the appliance to allow air to circulate.
layer of ice 0.5 cm thick has built up.
Increased energy consumption
Near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
Where there is a high ambient room temperature.
temperature in the compartment, the higher the energy consumption.
On appliances with winter setting, please make sure that the winter setting is switched off when the ambient temperature is warmer than 16 °C .
Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness.
door is open for longer.
Hot food will cause the compressor to run for a long time, as the appliance will have to work harder to reduce the temperature.
liquids will cause a loss of coldness in the refrigerator.
A layer of ice hinders the cold from reaching the frozen food, and increases energy consumption.
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Switching on and off
Before using for the first time
Protective foil
The stainless steel trim on the interior shelves and the door shelves has a layer of protective foil to prevent damage during transportation. On stainless steel appliances, the outer surfaces are also covered with protective foil.
Do not remove the foil until the
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appliance has been positioned in its final location.
Cleaning and care
^ Treat the stainless steel trim to the
interior shelves and the door shelves with the Miele stainless steel conditioner supplied as soon as you have removed the foil.
^ On stainless steel appliances also
treat the side panels with the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent supplied as soon as you have removed the protective foil. The appliance doors have a special finish which is resistant to soiling. Do not use Miele stainless steel conditioner on the appliance door.
Active charcoal filters (Active AirClean filters)
Place the active charcoal filters
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supplied in the holder, and place the holder on one of the shelves inside the refrigerator (see "Active charcoal filters").
Operating the appliance
A light touch of the finger on the sensors is all that is required to operate this appliance.
Switching on
^ Touch the On/Off sensor until the
temperature display comes on.
The appliance will start to cool, and 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.
Important. Each time it is used, the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent forms a water and dirt repellent protective coating.
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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.
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Switching on and off
Switching off
Touch the On/Off sensor until all of
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the indicators go out (If this does not happen, the safety lock is still activated).
The interior light will not come on when you open the door and the cooling process will be switched off.
Settings mode
Certain settings on the appliance can only be selected in settings mode.
How to select settings mode and how to change settings is described in the relevant section of these instructions.
Overview of functions that can be selected in settings mode:
To enter or leave settings mode c
To switch the sensor tones on/off (see "Switching on and off")
To confirm that the active charcoal filters have been changed (see "Active charcoal filters")
To switch the safety lock on/off (see "Switching on and off")
To change the brightness of the temperature display (see "The correct temperature")
b
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u
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To adjust the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone (see "The correct temperature")
The door alarm is automatically disabled when the appliance is in settings mode. As soon as the door is closed, the door alarm is activated again.
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Switching on and off
Switching the sensor tones on/off
The sensor tone which sounds each time a sensor is touched can be deactivated.
Touch and leave your finger on the X
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sensor.
^ At the same time, briefly touch the
On/Off sensor (without letting go of the X sensor).
^ Leave your finger on the X sensor for
another 5 seconds until c appears in the display.
^ Touch the X sensor repeatedly until b
appears in the display.
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Touch the On/Off sensor again.
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By touching the X sensor, you can now select whether the sensor tones are switched on or off:
b0: Sensor tones are switched off b1: Sensor tones are switched on b –: Return to menu.
The old setting lights up, and your newly selected setting flashes.
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Touch the On/Off sensor to confirm a new setting.
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Touch the X sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display.
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Touch the On/Off sensor.
You have now left settings mode.
Activating or de-activating the safety lock
The safety lock can be activated to prevent the appliance being switched off inadvertently.
Touch and leave your finger on the X
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sensor.
^ At the same time, briefly touch the
On/Off sensor (without letting go of the X sensor).
^ Leave your finger on the X sensor for
another 5 seconds until c appears in the display.
^ Touch the X sensor repeatedly until u
appears in the display.
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Touch the On/Off sensor again.
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By touching the X sensor, you can now select whether the safety lock is switched on or off:
u0: The safety lock is deactivated u1: The safety lock is activated u –: Return to menu.
The old setting lights up, and your newly selected setting flashes.
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Touch the On/Off sensor to confirm a new setting.
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Touch the X sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display.
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Touch the On/Off sensor.
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Switching on and off
You have now left settings mode.
The safety lock indicator in the temperature display when the safety lock has been activated.
X will light up
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,
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disconnect it from the mains.
^ ^ clean the appliance out and ^ leave the door ajar to air the
appliance.
If, during a long absence, the appliance is switched off but not cleaned out and the door is left shut, there is a danger of mould and odours building up inside the appliance.
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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 temperature in the appliance will rise:
the more often the door is opened
and the longer it is kept open,
– the more food that is stored in it,
– the warmer the food is which is being
put into it,
– the higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the appliance. The appliance is designed for use in specific ambient temperatures (climate ranges). Do not use in ambient temperatures for which it is not designed.
Dynamic cooling
The dynamic cooling fan automatically switches on when the cooling system for the refrigerator switches on. It distributes the temperature in the appliance to all areas evenly so that all the food will be chilled to about the same degree.
Setting the temperature
The temperature inside the appliance can be selected by touching the arrow sensors on either side of the temperature display.
By touching the
X sensor: the temperature will get
colder
Y sensor: the temperature will get
warmer.
...intherefrigerator and the PerfectFresh zone
We recommend a temperature of 4°C in the middle of the refrigerator.
The temperature in the PerfectFresh zone is controlled automatically, and is maintained at 0to3°C.
The temperature being set will flash in the display.
When touching the sensors, the following information shows in the display:
When first touched, the last temperature selected flashes.
Each subsequent touch of a sensor, adjusts the temperature shown in 1 °C steps.
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The correct temperature
Leaving a finger on the sensor,
adjusts the temperature continuously. When the highest or lowest temperature in the range is reached, the X or Y sensor disappears.
Approx. 5 seconds after taking your finger off the sensor, the average, current temperature inside the appliance is automatically shown.
If you have adjusted the temperature,
wait for approx. 6 hours if the appliance is not very full and for approx. 24 hours if the appliance is full before checking the temperature
display, as it will take this long for the display to give an accurate reading. If, after this time, the temperature is still too high or too low, you will need to adjust it again.
Touch and leave your finger on the X
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sensor.
At the same time, briefly touch the
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On/Off sensor (without letting go of the X sensor).
Leave your finger on the X sensor for
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another 5 seconds until c appears in the display.
^ Touch the X sensor repeatedly until §
appears in the display.
^ Touch the On/Off sensor.
Temperature range
The temperature can be adjusted from 3°Cto9°C.
The ambient temperature in the room and the installation location can affect the time it takes for the appliance to reach the lowest temperature. If the ambient temperature is too high, the appliance may not reach the lowest temperature.
Setting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone
The temperature in the PerfectFresh zone is automatically held at 0 to 3 °C. It can be raised or lowered, e.g. if you want to use it for storing items like fish.
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^ You can now adjust the temperature
in the PerfectFresh zone by touching the X sensor. You can choose from settings 1 to 9:
§1: Lowest temperature,
§9: Highest temperature.
§ –: Return to menu.
The old setting lights up, and your newly selected setting flashes.
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Touch the On/Off sensor to confirm a new setting.
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Touch the X sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display.
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Touch the On/Off sensor.
You have now left settings mode.
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§5is the default setting for the PerfectFresh zone. If a setting of §1 to §4 is selected, the temperature can fall below 0°C. Food could freeze!
Temperature display
During normal operation, the temperature display on the control panel shows the average temperature in the refrigerator.
The temperature display will flash if
– the temperature is not within the
possible temperature range (0 °C to 19 °C),
– a different temperature is being set.
Changing the temperature display brightness
The temperature display brightness can be adjusted to suit the lighting conditions of the room.
The correct temperature
Leave your finger on the X sensor for
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another 5 seconds until c appears in the display.
Touch the X sensor repeatedly until d
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appears in the display.
Touch the On/Off sensor again.
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The temperature display brightness
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can now be changed by touching the X sensor:
d0: Maximum brightness d1: Reduced brightness d –: Return to menu.
The old setting lights up, and your newly selected setting flashes.
^ Touch the On/Off sensor to confirm a
new setting.
^ Touch the X sensor repeatedly until c
appears in the display.
^ Touch the On/Off sensor.
You have now left settings mode.
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Touch and leave your finger on the X sensor.
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At the same time, briefly touch the On/Off sensor (without letting go of the X sensor).
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Alarm
Your appliance has been fitted with an alarm to avoid energy being wasted if the door is left open and to prevent stored food becoming too warm.
The alarm will sound if the door is left open for more than approx. 2 minutes.
The Alarm off sensor will light up red and the "Cooling" symbol will flash.
The alarm will stop and the indicators will go out as soon as the door is closed.
To switch off the door alarm whilst the door is still open
If you want to keep the door open intentionally for more than approx. 2 minutes, you can switch the alarm off.
Touch the Alarm off sensor.
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The alarm will stop. The Alarm off sensor will light up constantly and the "Cooling" symbol will continue to flash until the door has been closed.
To switch on the door alarm
The alarm system switches back on automatically as soon as the door is closed. It does not have to be switched on manually.
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The Super cool function
The Super cool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator to its lowest setting (depending on the room temperature).
Switching on Super cool
Super cool is particularly recommended for the faster chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drink.
^ Touch the Super cool sensor. It will
light up yellow.
The appliance will then work at full power to lower the temperature.
Switching off Super cool
Super cool
The Super cool function will switch itself off automatically after approx. 6 hours. The appliance will then continue to work at normal power.
To save energy, the Super cool function can be switched off once food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
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Touch the Super cool sensor so that the yellow indicator is dimmed.
The appliance will continue running at normal power.
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Storing food in the refrigerator
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.
pre-packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it should be kept at a temperature of approx. 4 °C.
Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Danger of explosion.
This appliance has automatic dynamic cooling, which helps to keep an even temperature when the fan is running, making the difference between the various zones less pronounced.
Warmest area
The warmest area is in the top section of the door. Use this for storing butter and cheese.
Coldest area
The coldest area in the refrigerator is directly above the PefectFresh zone. However, the PerfectFresh zone is even colder.
Use these areas in the refrigerator and in the PerfectFresh zone for all delicate and highly perishable food, e.g.
fish, meat, poultry,
sausage products, ready meals,
If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof, make sure it is tightly closed, and store upright.
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.
Food must not touch the back wall of the refrigerator, as it may freeze to the back wall.
To allow air to circulate efficiently, do not pack food too closely together in the refrigerator. Do not cover the fan in the rear wall of the refrigerator, as this is essential for keeping the appliance cool.
dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream,
fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza or quiche dough,
soft cheese and other dairy products,
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Storing food in the refrigerator
Food which is not suitable for storing in the refrigerator
Not all food is suitable for storing in a refrigerator at temperatures below 5 °C, as some food is sensitive to cold. Cucumbers, for example, become glassy, aubergines bitter and potatoes sweet. Tomatoes and oranges loose their aroma, and the peel on citrus fruits hardens.
Food which is sensitive to cold includes:
Pineapples, avocados, bananas,
pomegranates, mangos, melons, papayas, passion fruit, citrus fruit (such as lemons, oranges, mandarins, grapefruit),
– Fruit which is not yet ripe
– Aubergines/egg plant, cucumbers,
potatoes, peppers/capiscum, tomatoes, courgettes/zucchini,
– Some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan
Storing food correctly
Food should generally be stored covered or packaged in the refrigerator (there are some exceptions to this rule in the PerfectFresh zone - see below). This will prevent food smells from affecting other food, food from drying out, and also any cross-contamination of bacteria. The growth of bacteria, such as salmonella, can be avoided by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene.
Unpacked meat and vegetables
Unpackaged meat and vegetables should be stored separately. To avoid any microbiological cross-contamination, these foods may only be stored together if they are wrapped.
When shopping for food
The freshness of food when first placed in the appliance is an important factor in determining how long it stays fresh, and how long it can be kept in the refrigerator. Time out of the refrigerator, e.g. during transportation, should be kept to a minimum. For example, do not allow food to stay in a hot car for too long. Once food has started to deteriorate, this process cannot be reversed. As little as two hours outside the refrigerator can cause food to start deteriorating.
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Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone
Food is stored at a lower temperature in the PerfectFresh zone than in the refrigerator section. The humidity in the PerfectFresh zone compartment can also be regulated to suit the food being stored, providing ideal storage conditions and ensuring that food stays fresh considerably longer while retaining both flavour and vitamins.
Storage temperature
The optimum storage temperature for fresh food which can tolerate cold temperatures is0-3°C.This is the temperature range which is automatically maintained in the PerfectFresh zone. Food can be stored there at this temperature without loss of freshness for considerably longer than in a standard refrigerator, as the deterioration process is decelerated at this temperature.
Remember that the fresher the food when placed in the appliance, the longer it will stay fresh.
Humidity level
The humidity level in the PerfectFresh compartment will depend on
the moisture content of the food being stored and
longer period, as the water content of the food is largely retained.
Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone compartments
The PerfectFresh zone is divided into two areas, the dry compartment and the humidity-controlled compartment (the number of compartments will vary depending on model).
Dry compartment
The dry compartment has a relatively low humidity level that is approx. the same as that in the refrigerator. So the main advantage of the dry compartment is the low temperature (rather than the humidity).
– The dry compartment is ideal for
storing particularly sensitive foods, such as fresh fish, shellfish, meat, poultry, sausages, dairy products and salad.
Please note that foods rich in protein deteriorate faster than others. Shellfish, for example, deteriorates faster than fish, and fish deteriorates faster than meat.
the quantity of food being stored.
Use the regulator to adjust the humidity level in the PerfectFresh compartment.
The closer the storage humidity is to the humidity content of the food, the crisper and fresher the food remains over a
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Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone
Always keep these foods covered or wrapped. Exception: Meat. The surface of the
meat dries out slightly, helping to prevent the growth of bacteria, which results in the meat lasting longer. To prevent the risk of bacterial cross-contamination and meat deteriorating, do not let one type of meat come into direct contact with another type.
Humidity-controlled compartment
The humidity-controlled compartment has a regulator which is used to adjust the relative humidity.
Slide the regulator to the relative humidity level required.
. = high humidity. The regulator closes the vents to the compartment and retains the humidity already present. The humidity level greatly depends on the type and quantity of food being stored.
Please take into account that high humidity is only achieved and effective if the food is stored unwrapped or loosely wrapped.
The high humidity setting . is ideal for storing freshly harvested produce such as vegetables, salad, herbs, cabbage and home-grown seasonal fruit.
, = low humidity. The regulator opens the vents to the compartment and the humidity can escape. If the regulator is set at low humidity , the humidity will be approx. the same as the humidity in the refrigerator section. At this setting, the low temperature is the main advantage of the compartment rather than the humidity.
At the low humidity setting ,, the
atmosphere inside the humidity-controlled compartment is the same as in the dry compartment.
Take food out of the PerfectFresh zone approx. 30 - 60 minutes before using it. The aroma and taste do not fully develop until the food has reached room temperature.
Can all types of food be stored together?
Do not place all types of food together in one compartment. Some types of food do not store well together. Aromas and flavours can transfer from one type of food to another (e.g. carrots absorb the smell and flavour of onions very easily). Some food also gives off a natural gas (ethylene) which speeds up the rate at which other food perishes.
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Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone
Examples of fruit and vegetables which produce a large amount of this natural gas are:
Apples, apricots, pears, nectarines, peaches, plums, avocados, figs, blueberries, melons and beans.
Examples of fruit and vegetables which react strongly to the natural gases given off by other types of fruit and vegetables are:
Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, mangos, honeydew melons, apples, apricots, cucumbers, tomatoes, pears, nectarines and peaches.
Example: Broccoli should not be stored with apples, as apples produce a large amount of natural gas to which broccoli is very sensitive. The result is a shorter than expected storage time for the broccoli.
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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 food before placing it in the PerfectFresh zone.
^
Allow very moist food to drain before placing it in the appliance.
^
Do not store food which is sensitive to cold in the PerfectFresh zone
^
(see "Food which is not suitable for storing in the refrigerator")
Bear in mind that not all types of food can be stored together (see "Can all types
^
of food be stored together?").
^ Select the correct PerfectFresh compartment (high or low humidity). ^ Store food unwrapped in the high humidity PerfectFresh compartment.
High humidity in the PerfectFresh compartment can only be achieved by storing food which contains moisture in it. If the humidity is not high enough, because, for example, too little food has been stored in the compartment, you can use a wet sponge to increase the humidity.
^ If you think that the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone is too high or too low,
try regulating it via the refrigerator section by altering the temperature of the refrigerator section slightly by 1 to 2 °C. The temperature must be increased if ice crystals start to form on the floor of the PerfectFresh zone as otherwise the cold temperature will damage the food.
^
If a lot of water has gathered on the base of the PerfectFresh zone, dry the base with a towel. Drain food before storage or place a rack on the floor of the PerfectFresh zone and place the food on the rack so that the moisture can drip down.
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Adjusting the interior fittings
Moving the shelves
The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food.
Raise the shelf, and pull it forwards
^
slightly until the notch at the side is in line with the shelf support. It can then be raised or lowered to the required level.
The raised edge at the back must face upwards to prevent food from touching the back of the appliance and freezing to it.
Stoppers prevent the shelves from being dislodged by mistake.
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.
^ Push the rear half of the glass shelf
up slightly from below.
To move the split shelf:
Take both halves of the split glass
^
shelf out,
fit the two brackets onto the supports
^
on either side at the required height,
^ and push the glass shelves in one
after the other. The shelf with the raised edge must be at the back.
^
At the same time, pull the front half of the glass shelf forwards slightly and then push it carefully under the rear half.
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Adjusting the interior fittings
PerfectFresh zone compartments
The compartments in the PerfectFresh zone are on telescopic rails, and can be removed for filling, emptying or cleaning purposes.
Pull out the compartment as far as it
^
will go, and then lift it up and out.
Push the runners back in again to avoid injury or damage.
Carefully pull out the lid between the
^
compartments slightly, and lift it down and out.
^ To replace it, insert the compartment
lid from beneath into the holders, and push it back into place.
To replace the compartment,
Adjusting the condiment tray/bottle shelf
Lift the tray/shelf up and out of the
^
stainless steel frame to remove.
Push up the stainless steel frame,
^
and remove.
Replace the frame at the required
^
height. Ensure that it is securely pushed back into position.
^ Some stainless steel frames are
easier to remove and replace if you put your hand behind the back bar of the frame and lift it upwards.
^
place it back on the fully extended runners a. The front of the runners must be right up against the front of the compartment b.
^
Then push the compartment back in c.
^
Replace the tray/shelf in the frame.
The tray/shelf can be removed completely and used as a serving tray at the table.
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Adjusting the interior fittings
Universal container
(depending on model)
The universal container can be used both to store and serve food.
It consists of a deep tray a and a shallow tray b. Both trays fit the stainless steel frame.
If you wish to use the universal container to serve food,
^ place the shallow tray b in the
stainless steel frame, and use the deep tray as a lid a.
Moving the bottle divider
The bottle divider can be moved to the left or right to ensure that bottles are held securely in position when the door is opened and shut.
The bottle divider can be removed completely (e.g. for cleaning).
To do this, push up the front edge of
^
the bottle divider, and disengage it.
You can lift the universal container, including contents, out of the frame and take it to the table.
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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 the PerfectFresh 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.
The condensate is drained away via a channel and drain hole into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance.
Ensure that the condensate channel and drain hole are kept clean and are never blocked so that condensate can flow away without hindrance.
Automatic defrost
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Cleaning and care
A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products is available to order from Miele or from www.miele-shop.com.
Make sure that no water can penetrate into the electronic unit or into the light.
Do not let water get into the condensate channel and drain hole when cleaning.
Do not use steam cleaning apparatus to clean the appliance. Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Unlike stainless steel cleaning agents, the conditioning agent does not contain any abrasive substances and will gently remove soiling. Each time it is used, it forms a water and dirt repellent protective coating.
To avoid damaging the surface of your appliance, do not use:
cleaning agents containing soda,
ammonia, acids or chlorides,
cleaning agents containing
descaling agents,
– abrasive cleaning agents, e.g.
powder cleaners and cream cleaners,
The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed. It contains information which is required in the event of a service call.
The stainless steel door has a special finish which is resistant to soiling. Do not treat the door with stainless steel conditioning agent as this will cause noticeable smearing.
However, do use Miele stainless steel conditioning agent to treat the other stainless steel surfaces of the appliance (available from Miele or www.miele-shop.com).
– solvent-based cleaning agents,
– stainless steel cleaning agents,
– dishwasher cleaner,
– oven sprays,
glass cleaning agents,
hard, abrasive sponges and brushes, e.g. pot scourers,
melamine eraser blocks,
sharp metal scrapers.
Before cleaning
^
Switch the appliance off.
^
Disconnect the appliance from the mains.
^
Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place.
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The bottle shelf and condiment tray in
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the door can be removed from their stainless steel frames for cleaning.
To remove the stainless steel trim from the lid of the butter and cheese compartment (in the top of the door), proceed as follows:
Take the butter and cheese
^
compartment out of the refrigerator section.
Open the lid of the compartment.
^
Cleaning and care
Pull the dividing plate out with both
^
hands.
Take out any removable parts, e.g.
^
shelves, for cleaning.
The stainless steel trim is a tight fit across the plastic lid and will require sufficient force to detach it.
^
Detach the stainless steel trim from the edge of the lid (1.) at one side and remove.
^
Press the white plastic stoppers out of notches (2.).
^
Remove the compartments and the lid from the PerfectFresh zone (see "Adjusting the interior fittings ­PerfectFresh zone compartments")
Cleaning the interior and accessories
^ Clean the appliance at least once a
month.
Remove soiling immediately to prevent it from drying on.
Use lukewarm water with a little washing-up liquid.
The following are dishwasher safe:
the butter dish, egg trays (supplied as standard, depending on model)
the bottle shelf and condiment tray in the door (removed from their stainless steel frames)
the butter and cheese compartment (with the stainless steel trim removed)
The stainless steel frames and the stainless steel trim on the butter and cheese compartment in the door are not suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher.
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Cleaning and care
The temperature of the dishwasher programme must not exceed 55 °C. Contact with some foodstuffs, such as carrots, tomatoes or ketchup can cause plastic items to discolour. However, this discolouration will not affect the stability of plastic items.
Clean the interior shelves, drawers,
^
lid and dividing plate by hand. These are not suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher.
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.
^ After cleaning, wipe the interior and
accessories with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth. Leave the door open to air the appliance for a short while.
^ Miele stainless steel conditioning
agent can be used to remove any soiling from the stainless steel frames and trim.
Appliance door, side panels
Remove any soiling from the appliance door and side panels immediately. If this is not done, it might become impossible to remove and could cause the surface to alter or discolour.
All surfaces are susceptible to scratching. Contact with unsuitable cleaning agents can alter or discolour the surfaces.
^ The surfaces should be cleaned
using a solution of hot water and a little washing-up liquid applied with a soft sponge. They can also be cleaned with a damp microfibre cloth (without using any cleaning agent).
^ After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a soft cloth.
^
It is important to treat the stainless steel frames and trim with Miele stainless steel conditioning agent each time they are cleaned. This will protect the surface and help prevent resoiling.
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Cleaning and care
Stainless steel appliances
Appliance door
The appliance door has a high quality, special finish which is resistant to soiling and is very easy to clean.
Do not use the following to clean/condition the door – stainless steel cleaning agent: this will damage the surface. – Miele stainless steel conditioning agent: this will cause noticeable smearing.
– Side panels
^ Use Miele stainless steel conditioning
agent to remove any soiling.
^ Make sure you treat the side panels
with Miele stainless steel conditioning agent each time you clean them. Unlike stainless steel cleaning agents, the conditioning agent does not contain any abrasive substances. It will give them a water and dirt repellent protective coating and help prevent re-soiling.
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.
Metal grille at the back of the appliance
The metal grille at the back of the appliance (heat exchanger) should be dusted at least once a year. A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance.
When cleaning the grille, make sure that the pipework and other components do not get broken or damaged in any way.
After cleaning
^
Push the dividing plate in until it clicks into place.
Ventilation gaps
^
The ventilation gaps should be cleaned regularly with a brush or vacuum cleaner. A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance.
^
Replace all shelves and accessories in the appliance.
^
Reconnect to the mains and switch the appliance back on.
^
Switch on the Super cool function for a while so that the appliance can cool down quickly.
^
Place food back in the appliance and close the door.
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Active charcoal filters
The active charcoal filters should be changed approx. every 6 months.
When the Change active charcoal filter indicator lights up red, the active charcoal filters need to be changed.
To change the active charcoal filters
^ Pull the active charcoal filter holder
upwards to remove it from the shelf.
To confirm the filters have been changed
Touch the Change active charcoal
^
filter indicator for approx. 2 seconds.
The indicator light will go out, and the counter will be reset.
To delay changing the active charcoal filters
If you do not have new active charcoal filters, you can order them from your Miele dealer or from Miele.
You can switch off the Change active charcoal filter indicator early, if you would prefer not to have the red indicator showing.
^
Take out the two filters and fit the new filters into the holder with the protruding edge facing downwards.
^
Place the holder in the middle of the raised edge at the back of the shelf, so that it clicks into position.
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^
Touch the Change active charcoal filter indicator for approx. 2 seconds.
The Change active charcoal filter indicator will go out.
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Active charcoal filters
If you have delayed changing the active charcoal filters and the indicator is not lit up, you will need to reset the counter when you replace the active charcoal filters via the settings mode.
Touch and leave your finger on the X
^
sensor.
^ At the same time, briefly touch the
On/Off sensor (without letting go of the X sensor).
^ Leave your finger on the X sensor for
another 5 seconds until c appears in the display.
^ Touch the X sensor repeatedly until
^ appears in the display.
Useful tip:
When you are storing foods with a strong smell (such as ripe cheeses),
place the holder containing the
active charcoal filters on the shelf where the food is going to be stored,
change the active charcoal filters
early if required (remembering to reset the counter),
and place more active charcoal
filters (in holders) in the appliance.
Active charcoal filters and holders can be obtained from your Miele dealer or from Miele.
^
Touch the On/Off sensor.
^
Touch the X sensor repeatedly until ^2appears in the display.
^
Touch the On/Off sensor for approx. 2 seconds to confirm.
The counter is now reset.
^
Touch the X sensor repeatedly until c appears in the display.
^
Touch the On/Off sensor.
You have now left the settings mode.
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Problem solving guide
Repairs to electrical appliances should 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.
What to do if...
. . . the temperature in the refrigerator section is too low.
Select a warmer temperature.
^
The Super cool function is still
^
switched on. Super cool only switches itself off after 6 hours.
. . the alarm sounds.
Has the appliance door been open for longer than 2 minutes?
Close the door.
^
. . . the appliance does not get cold.
^ Check whether the appliance has
been switched on. The temperature display must be lit up.
^ Check that the plug is correctly
inserted into the socket and switched on.
^ Check that the fuse is not defective
and the mains fuse has not tripped. If it has, contact a qualified electrician or the Miele Service department.
. . . the appliance does not get cool although the display is lit up.
Demo mode has been activated. This allows the appliance to be displayed in the showroom without the cooling system being switched on. Do not activate this setting for domestic use!
^
Deactivate the demo mode (see "Information for dealers - demo mode").
. . . the compressor is switching in too frequently and for too long.
^ Check whether the ventilation gaps
have been covered over or become dusty.
^ Check whether the metal grille (heat
exchanger) at the back of the appliance has become too dusty.
^ The door has been opened too
frequently, or a large amount of food has been put in at once.
^
Check that the door has been closed properly.
. . . the compressor runs continuously.
To save energy, the compressor runs at a lower speed, but for longer, when less cooling is required.
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Problem solving guide
. . . the interior lighting is not working.
Was the door left open for too long?
^
The lighting switches itself off automatically after approx. 15 minutes if the door is left open.
If this is not the case, then the interior lighting is defective.
Call Miele Service.
^
The LED lighting may only be repaired or replaced by a service technician. There are live electrical components under the cover. Danger of injury and damage.
Do not remove the cover. If the cover is damaged or needs to be removed due to damage, exercise caution. There are lasers in the lighting (laser beam class 1M) which you should avoid looking at directly. Do not use optical instruments (magnifying glass or similar) to look at the lighting either.
. . . you cannot switch the appliance off.
The safety lock has been activated.
. . . the floor of the refrigerator is wet.
The condensate drain hole is blocked.
Clean the condensate channel and
^
drain hole.
If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions, please contact the Miele Service Department.
To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.
. . . the Change active charcoal filter indicator is red.
^
Replace the active charcoal filters.
You can order replacement filters via your Miele dealer or Miele.
..."_F" appears in the temperature display.
There is a fault. Call Miele Service.
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Noises
Normal noises What causes them
Brrrrr... Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can
Blubb, blubb.... A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating
Click.... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the
Sssrrrrr.... On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just
Creak ... Creaking sounds can be heard when material inside the
Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the system is unavoidable.
get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on.
through the pipes.
motor on and off.
hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance.
appliance expands.
Noises that you can easily rectify
Rattling, vibrating The appliance is uneven: Realign the appliance using a spirit
What causes them, and what can you do about them
level, by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance.
The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of furniture: Move it away.
Drawers, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking: Check
all removable items and refit them correctly.
Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against each other? Separate them.
The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of the appliance: Remove the clips.
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In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact:
your Miele Dealer
or
Miele
(see back cover for contact details).
When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance.
Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes.
N.B. A call-out charge will be applied for service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in these instructions.
After Sales / Guarantee
Guarantee
For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele. See back cover for contact details.
In the U.K. your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase. However, you must activate your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or registering online at www.miele.co.uk.
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Information for dealers
Demo mode
The appliance can be demonstrated in the showroom or at exhibitions in "demo mode". In this mode the controls and interior lighting are functioning but the compressor remains switched off.
To activate/deactivate demo mode
Switch on the appliance.
^
Touch and leave your finger on the X
^
sensor. At the same time touch the On/Off sensor once (without letting go of the V sensor).
^ Touch the X sensor 4 times, on the
5th time touch the X sensor and leave your finger on it until P appears in the display.
^ Touch the X sensor repeatedly until n
appears in the display.
^ Touch the On/Off sensor. ^ By touching the X sensor, you can
now select whether the demo mode is activated or deactivated:
n0: Demo mode is deactivated n1: Demo mode is activated n –: Return to menu
The old setting lights up, and your newly selected setting flashes.
^
Touch the On/Off sensor to confirm the new setting.
^
Touch the X sensor repeatedly until P appears in the display.
^
Touch the On/Off sensor.
You have now left settings mode.
The demo mode has been activated or deactivated.
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Electrical connection
Electrical connection U.K.
All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).
The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an a.c. single phase 220-240 V 50 Hz supply.
Please ensure that the connection data quoted on the data plate match the household mains supply.
Connection should be made via a suitable switched socket which is easily accessible. For extra safety it is advisable to protect the appliance with a suitable residual current device (RCD).
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363)
The fuse cover must be re-fitted when changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained. The colour of the correct replacement cover is that of the coloured insert in the base of the plug, or the colour that is embossed in words in the base of the plug (as applicable to the design of the plug fitted).
Replacement fuses should be ASTA approved to BS 1362 and have the correct rating. Replacement fuses and fuse covers may be purchased from your local electrical supplier.
WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
This appliance must not be connected to the inverter of an autonomous power supply, e.g. a solar power system. When switching the appliance on, a surge in power could trigger the safety cut-out mechanism. This could damage the electronic unit.
The appliance must not be used with so-called energy saving devices. These reduce the energy supply to the appliance which could then become too warm. Using such devices could alter the specification of the product.
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Installation
Do not place any appliance which gives off heat, such as a toaster or microwave oven, on top of this appliance, as this would increase the appliance's energy consumption.
Climate range
The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
Side-by-side installation
To avoid a build-up of condensation and resultant damage, refrigerators and freezers should not generally be installed side by side next to other such appliances.
However, some appliances have side-wall heating making them suitable for side-by-side installation with this refrigerator.
Your dealer will be able to advise you on which models are suitable.
^ Follow the instructions for the other
appliance on how to install the two appliances side by side.
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.
Climate range Ambient room
SN
N
ST
T
temperature
+10°C to +32°C +16°C to +32°C +16°C to +38°C +16°C to +43°C
Operating in a room which is too cold will result in the cooling system switching off for too long, causing the internal temperature in the appliance to rise with the risk of food deteriorating and going off.
Ventilation
Air at the back of the appliance gets warm. To ensure sufficient ventilation, the ventilation gaps must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis.
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Installation
Installation
Remove the cable clip from the back
^
of the appliance.
Check that all parts at the back of the
^
appliance are unhindered. Carefully remove any hindrance.
Carefully push the appliance into
^
position with the back against the wall.
Aligning the appliance
^ To align the appliance, adjust the
front feet using the spanner supplied.
Levelling the appliance door
Ensure that you unscrew adjusting
^
foot c from the hinge plate until it sits on the floor. Then unscrew the foot by a further 90°.
Stainless steel appliances
^
If necessary, also align the two rear adjusting devices a using a socket wrench b. Turn the adjusting device clockwise to raise the appliance up at the back.
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Installation
Appliance dimensions
ABC
K 14827 SD K 14827 SD ed/cs
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1850 mm 600 mm 630 mm
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To change the door hinging you will need the following tools:
a cross-slotted screwdriver,
a flat-bladed screwdriver,
a selection of Torx screwdrivers,
a spanner.
Two people are needed for changing the door hinging.
Removing the door handle
Changing the door hinging
^
Pull door handle a towards you. Side section b slides back.
^
Pull side section b firmly back out of the guides on the mounting plate.
^
Undo the 4 screws (Torx 15) in the mounting plate, and remove the handle.
^
Remove the cover caps from the opposite side, and fit them into the empty holes.
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Changing the door hinging
Removing the soft-close door mechanism
The soft-close door mechanism is at the bottom of the door.
Open the appliance door.
^
^ Remove panel a from the soft-close
mechanism by inserting a flat-bladed screwdriver into the gap from above and easing it off bit by bit.
Take care not to damage the door seal. If the door seal is damaged, the door will not close properly and cooling will be impaired.
Fit restraining clip b (supplied with
^
the appliance) onto soft-close mechanism c.
The restraining clip stops the hinge from snapping shut. Do not remove the clip until told to do so.
Carefully remove cover d from the
^
side using a flat-bladed screwdriver.
With the help of another person, tip
^
the appliance back slightly.
^ Push hinge pin e up and out from
underneath.
The soft-close mechanism is now no longer fixed to the appliance.
^
Slide panel a towards the appliance, and leave it hanging between the door and the appliance.
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^
Remove panel a.
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Slide soft-close mechanism bracket
^
f as far as it will go towards the handle side of the door, and undo screws g on the soft-close mechanism.
^ Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, slide
the soft-close door mechanism towards the handle side of the door, and lever it out at the side.
^ Place the soft-close mechanism to
one side.
Changing the door hinging
Changing over the door
Make sure the door shelves are empty.
Close the appliance door.
^
^ Remove cover a by sliding it
forwards from the back and then lifting it off.
^ Remove cover b by pulling it
upwards.
Caution. The appliance door is not secure when the hinge plate has been removed.
^
Loosen screws d in upper hinge plate c and pull it upwards and off.
^
Carefully lift the door off and place it to one side.
^
Gently loosen cover e by carefully inserting a flat-bladed screwdriver into the gap from below.
^
Remove cover e together with retaining plate f.
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Changing the door hinging
Then separate retaining plate f from
^
cover e, by pushing it slightly to the left. Then pull the cover forwards and off.
Rotate retaining plate f by 180°.
^
Then fit cover e from the front over
^
retaining plate f, and slide it over to the right. The writing must be visible.
Remove cover g, rotate it by 180°
^
and fit it to the opposite side.
Then fit cover e together with
^
retainer f on the opposite side.
^
Remove cap h from the bearing bush in the door and refit on the opposite side.
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Changing the door hinging
Changing over the hinge brackets
Important! The height of the door on stainless steel appliances can be adjusted. Please read the relevant instructions. The instructions are the same for all appliances from "To refit the door".
A. White appliances (door not height adjustable)
Screw hinge plate f into position on
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the opposite side using the two outer long slots only. To make it possible to align the door later, do not replace the centre screw at this stage.
Important. Screw the adjustable foot
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c into hinge pin a as far as it will go.
Refit hinge pin a together with disc
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b and adjustable foot c. Important. The notch at the bottom of the hinge pin should face towards the back.
B. Stainless steel appliances (height adjustable door)
^ Pull hinge pin a together with disc b
and adjustable foot c upwards and off.
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Remove cover cap d.
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Undo screws e and take hinge plate f off.
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Unscrew part h from hinge plate f, rotate it by 180° and refit into the hole on the opposite side of the hinge plate.
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Refit cover cap d in the other hole.
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Remove cover g and fit it into the holes on the opposite side.
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Unscrew threaded pin d by one turn using the allen key supplied.
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Pull hinge pin a together with disc b and adjustable foot c upwards and off.
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Remove cover cap e.
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Undo screws f and take hinge plate g off.
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Changing the door hinging
Unscrew part i from hinge plate g,
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rotate it by 180° and refit into the hole on the opposite side of the hinge plate.
Refit cover cap e in the other hole.
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Unscrew threaded pin d fully using
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the allen key supplied.
Fit threaded pin d into the hinge
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plate on the opposite side, until it is flush with the hinge plate.
The end must protrude sufficiently
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through the hinge pin hole such that the guide on the hinge pin will fit over it later on (see following illustration).
^ Remove cover h and fit it into the
holes on the opposite side.
Screw hinge plate g into position on
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the opposite side using the two outer long slots only. To make it possible to align the door later, do not replace the centre screw at this stage.
Important. Screw the adjustable foot
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c into hinge pin a as far as it will go.
^ Refit the hinge pin a together with
disc b and adjustable foot c such that the guide on the end of the pin fits over the threaded pin. Then tighten it.
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Then tighten threaded pin d.
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Changing the door hinging
To refit the door
Place the door onto the hinge pin
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from above.
Close the appliance door.
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^ Fit hinge plate c onto the opposite
side and secure it with screws d.
^ Fit covers a and b to their opposite
sides.
^ Align the door with the appliance
housing using the outer long slots in the lower hinge plate. Then tighten the screws.
Replacing the soft-close door mechanism:
Remove cover a from panel b,
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rotate it by 180° and refit it on the other side.
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Insert the soft-close mechanism back into the door, starting at the right hand side.
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Slide the soft-close mechanism back into the door as far as it will go towards the appliance using a flat-headed screwdriver.
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Changing the door hinging
The screw holes on the left and right must line up perfectly.
First fix the soft-close mechanism
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onto the appliance side, then onto the handle side c, pushing it firmly towards the appliance.
^ Attach panel b to soft-close
mechanism bracket d.
^ Align bracket d to the hinge plate,
and insert pin e from above so that the right angle fits into the recess.
Replace panel b onto the soft-close
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mechanism from above, clicking it back into place first at the bottom and then at the top.
^ Close the appliance door.
^ Click cover f back into place.
Make sure that cover f fits properly so that the door can be closed without hindrance and the pin is protected.
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Remove restraining clip g.
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Refitting the handle
Please make sure you follow the instructions below carefully when you refit the handle. The door seal will be damaged if the handle is fitted incorrectly.
^ Loosely attach the handle to the
opposite side of the door with the two front screws b.
Changing the door hinging
It is important to check that the side section of the handle d does not come into contact with the door seal when opening the door, as this would damage the door seal permanently.
If, after you have refitted the handle, you find that the side section does touch the door seal when the door is opened:
Realign mounting plate c with grub
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screws a until the mounting plate and the side section of the handle d are at the correct angle and the side section does not touch the door seal when the door is opened.
Mounting plate c must be positioned on the side of the door so that when the door is closed it is flush with the side of the appliance. If this is not the case,
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tighten both grub screws a with an allen key until mounting plate c lines up correctly.
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Then tighten all 4 screws b.
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Slide the side section of the handle d into the guides on the mounting plate until it clicks into place.
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Aligning the appliance
The appliance door can be aligned retrospectively to the housing using the outer long slots in the lower hinge plate.
In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what you have to do.
^ Remove centre screw a from the
hinge plate.
^ Slightly loosen both outer screws b.
Stainless steel appliances (height adjustable door)
The appliance door can be aligned retrospectively at the side of the lower hinge plate:
^ Unscrew threaded pin a by a
maximum of one turn using the allen key supplied.
^ Align the door by sliding the hinge
plate to the left or right.
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Then tighten screws b again. Screw a does not need to be used again.
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Adjust the height of the hinge pin using the spanner supplied. To raise the door: turn clockwise To lower the door: turn anti-clockwise.
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Tighten the threaded pin. The hinge pin is now fixed in position again.
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a Top box
b Appliance
Building in the appliance
The air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis.
When built into a kitchen run (max. depth 580 mm) the appliance can be installed directly next to a kitchen furniture housing unit. The appliance door will protrude in front of furniture fronts at the sides by 34 mm and by 55 mm in the middle of the door. This enables the doors to be opened and shut without being obstructed.
When installed next to a wall d a distance of approx. 55 mm must be maintained on the hinge side between the wall d and the appliance b,so that the doors and the handles have sufficient space for opening.
c Housing unit
d Wall
The appliance can be installed in a kitchen run. To match the height of the rest of the kitchen, the appliance can be fitted with a suitable top box a.
A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm depth must be allowed for behind the appliance across the entire width of the top box for air to circulate. The cross section of the air outlet under the room ceiling must be at least 300 cm
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to ensure that air can circulate without hindrance. Otherwise the appliance has to work harder, resulting in an increase in electricity consumption.
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K 14827 SD, K 14827 SD ed/cs
M.-Nr. 07 937 090 / 02
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