Miele K14827SDEDCS User Manual

Operating and installation instructions

Refrigerator with PerfectFresh zone and DynamicCooling K 14827 SD K 14827 SD ed/cs (-1)

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.

en - AU, NZ

M.-Nr. 09 432 270

Contents

Guide to the appliance .............................................4

Caring for the environment..........................................6

Warning and Safety instructions .....................................7

How to save energy ...............................................15

Switching on and off ..............................................17

Before using for the first time.........................................17

Cleaning and care ..............................................17

Operating the appliance ............................................17

Settings mode ....................................................18

Switching the sensor tones on/off...................................19

Activating or de-activating the safety lock ............................19

Switching off for longer periods of time .................................20

The correct temperature ...........................................21

...intherefrigerator and the PerfectFresh zone .........................21

DynamicCooling ..................................................21

Setting the temperature .............................................21

Temperature range ..............................................22

Setting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone .........................22

Temperature display ...............................................23

Changing the temperature display brightness .........................23

Alarm...........................................................24

To switch off the door alarm whilst the door is still open ....................24

To switch on the door alarm .........................................24

SuperCool.......................................................25

The SuperCool function .............................................25

Using the refrigerator efficiently ....................................26

Different storage zones .............................................26

Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator .........................27

When shopping for food .............................................27

Storing food correctly ..............................................27

Unpackaged meat and vegetables .................................27

Using the PerfectFresh zone .......................................28

Storage temperature ...............................................28

Humidity level ....................................................28

Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone compartments ......................28

The dry compartment ............................................28

The humidity-controlled compartment ................................29

Contents

Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................32

Moving the shelves ................................................32

Split shelf ........................................................32

Adjusting the condiment tray/bottle shelf ...............................33

Universal container ................................................34

Moving the bottle divider ............................................34

Automatic defrost ................................................35

Refrigerator section and PerfectFresh zone .............................35

Cleaning and care ................................................36

Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................37

Cleaning the door and side panels ....................................38

Ventilation gaps ...................................................39

Door seal ........................................................39

Rear of appliance - metal grille .......................................39

Active charcoal filters .............................................40

To change the active charcoal filters...................................40

Problem solving guide ............................................42

Noises ..........................................................44

After Sales ......................................................45

Information for Chartered Agents ...................................46

Demonstration mode ...............................................46

Electrical connection..............................................47

Installation ......................................................48

Side-by-side installation.............................................48

Location .........................................................48

Climate range ..................................................49

Ventilation .......................................................49

Appliance with supplied wall spacers ..................................49

Installation .......................................................50

Aligning the appliance..............................................50

Supporting the appliance door .......................................50

Appliance dimensions ..............................................51

Changing the door hinging .........................................52

Aligning the appliance door ........................................61

For appliances with height adjustable doors (stainless steel appliances)....61

Building in the appliance ..........................................62

Guide to the appliance

a On/Off sensor

b SuperCool sensor

c Sensor for setting a lower

temperature (X)

d Safety lock indicator light

(only visible when 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)

a DynamicCooling fan

b Ceiling 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

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 can normally 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.

Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling.

Disposing 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 and ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.

The plug must be rendered useless and the cable cut off directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse. 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.

Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safety requirements. Improper use of the appliance 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 the installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.

Correct application

This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar

environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts. This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use.

This appliance is intended for the cool storage food and drinks.

Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.

Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance is not suitable for storing and refrigerating

medications, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances or products. Incorrect use of the appliance may result in damage to or spoiling of the food or drinks being stored. Furthermore, the appliance must not be operated in areas where explosions may occur. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety, and are able to recognise the dangers of misuse.

Safety with children

Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.

Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has

been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.

Cleaning may only be carried out by older children under the

supervision of an adult.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play

with the appliance. Keep small children away from the appliance at all times to avoid the risk of injury.

Warning and Safety instructions

Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves

in packing material or pull it over their heads with the risk of suffocation. Keep children away from any packing material.

Technical safety

The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. This appliance

complies with all current local and national safety requirements.

This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural

gas which is environmentally friendly. 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, and does not have any adverse effect on the performance of the appliance. Care must be taken during the transportation and setting up of the appliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking refrigerant can damage the eyes. In the event of any damage:

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avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark,

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switch off at the mains and unplug the appliance,

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ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and

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call Miele.

Warning and Safety instructions

The more coolant there is in an 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 amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.

Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, make sure

that the rating on the data plate corresponds to the voltage and frequency of the household supply. This data must correspond in order to avoid risk of damage to the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.

The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed

when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and tested regularly and, where there is any doubt, the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician.

of room space is required. The

If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a

Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.

Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a

multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

If moisture gets into electrical components, it could cause a short

circuit. Therefore, do not operate this appliance in areas which are exposed to moisture.

This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile

installations (e.g. on a ship).

Warning and Safety instructions

A damaged appliance is dangerous. Check your appliance for

any visible damage. Never install or attempt to use a damaged appliance.

During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance

must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply. It is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:

the mains fuse has been disconnected, or

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the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is

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applicable), or

– it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn from

the socket, or it is switched off at the isolator.

Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be

dangerous. Installation work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a Miele approved service technician.

The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is

not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.

Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele

Original spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.

Correct use

The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range

(ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance. Installing the appliance in a room with too low an ambient temperature, e.g. a garage, can lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature.

Warning and Safety instructions

To ensure proper air flow in and out of the appliance, the air vents

must not be covered or blocked in any way.

Were the air vents to be blocked, it would increase the electricity

consumption and could cause damage to the appliance.

Make sure that any oil, or foods containing oil, do not come into

contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks.

Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products

containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Flammable gases can ignite if they come into contact with electrical components. Danger of fire and explosion!

Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric

ice-cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion!

If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof, make sure it is

tightly closed and stored upright in the refrigerator. Danger of explosion!

Food stored for too long may present a 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 the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and "use by" dates.

Use only Miele Original spare parts. If spare parts or accessories

from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.

Warning and Safety instructions

The following applies to stainless steel appliances:

Do not place sticky notes, adhesive tape, masking tape or any

other adhesive agent on the treated surface of the door. The coating will become damaged and lose its protective properties against soiling.

The high quality treated surface of the door is susceptible to

scratching and even magnets can cause damage to the surface.

Cleaning and care

Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal, as these will

cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous with time.

Do not use a steam-cleaning appliance to clean this appliance.

Pressurised steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

Do not use sharp edged objects to

– remove frost and ice,

– separate frozen foods.

They will damage the evaporator, causing irreversible damage to the appliance.

Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to

defrost it. These can damage the plastic parts.

Do not use defrosting sprays or 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.

Warning and Safety instructions

Disposal of your old appliance

Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door 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 the pipework whilst awaiting

disposal, e.g. by

puncturing the refrigerant channels in the condenser,

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bending any pipework, or

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– scratching the surface coating.

Splashes of refrigerant can harm the eyes.

How to save energy

Installation/Maint enance

Temperature settings

Normal energy consumption

In a ventilated room. In an enclosed,

Protected from direct sunlight.

Not situated near a heat source (radiator, oven).

Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20 °C.

Where the cross-section of the air inlet and outlet is not covered and kept free of dust.

The compressor and the metal grille (heat exchanger) on the rear wall of the appliance must be dusted at least once a year.

Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C The lower the temperature in

Increased energy consumption

unventilated room.

In direct sunlight.

Situated near a heat source (radiator, oven).

Where the room temperature is high.

Where the air inlets and outlets are covered or dusty.

Dust deposits on the compressor and metal grille (heat exchanger) increase energy consumption.

the appliance, the higher the energy consumption.

How to save energy

Normal energy consumption

Use Do not change the

arrangement of the drawers and shelves as when delivered.

Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible.

Store food in an organised way.

Take a cooler bag when shopping and load food in the appliance as quickly as possible on your return home.

When food is taken out of the refrigerator, be sure to put it back before it becomes warm.

Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the appliance.

Increased energy consumption

Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness. The appliance will try to cool down and the running time of the compressor will increase.

Warm food and food brought in from room temperature add heat to the appliance. The appliance will try to cool down and the running time of the compressor will increase.

Store food covered or packaged.

Place frozen food in the refrigerator to defrost.

Do not overfill the appliance to allow air to circulate.

The evaporation or condensation of liquids will cause a loss of coldness in the refrigerator.

Switching on and off

Before using for the first time

Protective foil

The stainless steel strips and frames have a layer of protective foil to prevent scratching during transportation. The external surfaces of stainless steel appliances are also covered with a protective foil.

Remove the protective foil only after the

appliance has been installed in its intended location.

Cleaning and care

^ Immediately after removing the

protective foil, apply the Original Miele care product for stainless steel (availabe from Miele or at www.miele.com.au) to stainless steel strips and frames.

^ Also apply the Original Miele care

product for stainless steel to the side panels after removing the protective foil. Appliance doors have a special coating that is not susceptible to soiling. Do not apply this product to doors.

Active charcoal filters (Active AirClean filters)

Place the active charcoal filters

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 the Original Miele care product for stainless steel is used, it forms a protective film against dirt and water.

Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with lukewarm water and then dry with a soft cloth.

Switching on and off

Switching off

Touch the On/Off sensor until all of

the indicators go out.

The interior light will not come on when you open the door and the cooling process will be switched off. (If this does not happen, the safety lock is still activated).

Settings mode

Certain settings on the appliance can only be selected in the settings mode.

How to select the settings mode and how to change the settings is described in the relevant section of these instructions.

Overview of functions that can be selected in the settings mode:

To enter or leave the settings mode

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")

To adjust the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone (see "The correct temperature")

The door alarm is automatically disabled when the appliance is in the settings mode. As soon as the door is closed, the door alarm is activated again.

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

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.

Touch the On/Off sensor again.

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

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.

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.

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 the settings mode.

Touch the On/Off sensor again.

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.

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.

Switching on and off

You have now left the 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,

switch off at the wall and withdraw

the plug from the socket, or disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw-out fuse in countries where this is applicable,

^ 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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