Miele K 9252 i, K 9352 i, K 9452 i, K 9252 i-1, K 9352 i-1 Operating instructions

Operating and installation instructions

Refrigerator

K 9252 i (-1)

K 9352 i (-1)

K 9452 i (-1)

To avoid the risk of accidents	en - GB
or damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the
first time.	M.-Nr. 07 925 400

Contents

Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Bottle rack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

How to save energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Switching off for longer periods of time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

The correct temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Setting the temperature in the refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Temperature range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Temperature display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Temperature display brightness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Super cool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Using the refrigerator efficiently . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Different storage zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 When shopping for food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Storing food correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Fruit and vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Unpacked meats and vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Protein rich foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Meat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Adjusting the interior fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Moving the shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Split shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Adjusting the condiment tray/bottle shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Universal container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Moving the bottle divider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Automatic defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Cleaning the interior and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Ventilation gaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Door seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

After Sales / Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Climate range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Before installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Does your old appliance have a different hinging mechanism? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Stainless steel front. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Building-in dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Adjusting the door hinges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Changing the door hinging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Appliance door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Building in the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Weight of the furniture door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Building into a peninsular run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Fitting a furniture door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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Guide to the appliance

a Safety lock indicator light

b On/Off button

c Refrigerator temperature display

dTemperature selector buttons (+ for warmer; – for colder)

eSuper cool button and indicator light

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Guide to the appliance

a Bottle rack*

b Adjustable shelves

cCondensate channel and drain hole

d Fruit and vegetable containers

e Butter and cheese compartment f Egg tray/Condiment tray

g Interior lighting

h Universal container i Bottle shelf

j Bottle divider*

* Depending on model

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Guide to the appliance

Optional accessories

Bottle rack

(depending on model)

This bottle rack is available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or your dealer.

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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 local and national safety requirements. Improper use carries a risk of both personal injury and damage to property.

To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, operation and maintenance.

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

Correct application

~This appliance is not designed for 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.

It must only be used as a domestic appliance to cool and store foodstuffs.

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.

~This appliance is not intended for use by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use it correctly by a person responsible for their safety.

Safety with children

~This appliance is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury, do not allow children to play on or near it or to play with the controls. They should be supervised whenever you are working in the kitchen.

~Older children may only use the appliance if its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

~Before setting up the appliance, 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 must only be replaced by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer to protect the user from danger.

~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 coolant can damage the eyes.

In the event of any damage:

- avoid open fires 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 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 every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m3 of 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 only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions.

~Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) matches 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 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 appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with current 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. 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 repairs may only be carried out by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer 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.

Ensure that current is not supplied to the appliance until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out.

~While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer. Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated.

~The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during installation, maintenance and repair work.

–it has been switched off at the wall socket and the plug has been withdrawn, or

~This appliance may only be used in mobile installations if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.

~In areas which may be subject to 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.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

~Do not store explosive materials in 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 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.

Danger of explosion.

~Observe the "use-by" dates given on 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 the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and "use-by" dates.

~Do not use sharp edged objects to

– 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 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 any oils or grease on the door seal as these will cause the seal to become porous with time.

~If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks.

~Do not block the ventilation gap in the plinth or the top of the appliance housing unit as this would impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and could cause damage to the appliance.

~This appliance is designed for use 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, can lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature.

~Do not use a steam-cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Disposal of your old appliance

~Before disposing of an old 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 the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by

–puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator.

–bending any pipework.

–scratching the surface coating.

Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes.

The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

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			How to save energy
	Normal energy		Increased energy
	consumption		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,		Near to a heat source (radiator,
	oven).		oven).
	Where the ideal ambient room		Where there is a high ambient room
	temperature is approx. 20°C.		temperature.
	Do not cover the ventilation gaps
	and dust them regularly.
Temperature setting	With a medium setting of 2 to 3.		With a high setting: the lower the
with a thermostat			temperature in the compartment, the
which is approximate			higher the energy consumption.
(set in stages).
Temperature setting	Larder section 8 to 12 °C
with a thermostat which			On appliances with winter setting,
	Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C
is exact to the degree			please make sure that the winter
	PerfectFresh zone just above 0 °C
(digital display).			setting is switched off when the
	Freezer section -18 °C		ambient temperature is warmer than
			16 °C .
	Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C
Use	Drawers, shelves and racks
	arranged as they were when the
	appliance was delivered.
	Only open the door when necessary		Frequent opening of the door for
	and for as short a time as possible.		long periods will cause a loss of
			coldness.
	Store food in an organised way.		Searching for an item will mean the
			door is open for longer.
	Allow hot food and drinks to cool		Hot food will cause the refrigerator
	down before placing them in the		unit to run for a long time, as the
	appliance.		appliance will have to work harder
			to reduce the temperature.
	Store food covered or packaged.		The evaporation or condensation of
			liquids will cause a loss of coldness
			in the refrigerator.
	Place frozen food in the refrigerator
	to defrost.
	Do not over-fill the appliance to
	allow air to circulate.
Defrosting	Defrost the freezer section when a		A layer of ice hinders the cold from
	layer of ice 0.5 cm thick has built		reaching the frozen food, and
	up.		increases energy consumption.

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Switching on and off

Before using for the first time

Switching on

Important:

To ensure the correct functioning of the appliance, let it stand for between 1½ and 2 hours after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains.

Protective foil

The stainless steel trim, frames and panels have a layer of protective foil to prevent scratching during transportation.

^Carefully remove the protective foil from them.

Cleaning and care

^After removing the protective foil, treat stainless steel surfaces with the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent supplied with the appliance (available to re-order from www.miele-shop.com).

Important! Each time it is used, the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent forms a water and dirt repellent protective coating.

^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.

^ Press the On/Off button.

The temperature display lights up, the appliance starts cooling and the interior light 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.

Switching off

^Press the On/Off button until the temperature display goes out.

The cooling system is switched off. (If this does not happen, the safety lock is still activated).

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Switching on and off

Safety lock

The safety lock can be activated to prevent the appliance being switched off inadvertently.

Activating or de-activating the safety lock

^Press and hold the Super cool button pressed in for approx. 5 seconds.

The Super cool indicator light flashes, and a ;flashes in the temperature display.

^ Press the Super cool button again.

;will light up in the display.

^You can now choose between ;0 and ;1 by pressing the temperature selector buttons:

0: the safety lock is de-activated,

1: the safety lock is activated.

^Press the Super cool button to save the setting.

The safety lock indicator light X will light up when the safety lock has been activated.

^Press the On/Off button to come out of the setting mode.

If you do not do this, the electronics will switch over to normal operation automatically after a couple of minutes.

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,

^disconnect it from the mains. Switch off at the wall and withdraw the plug from the socket, or disconnect the mains fuse.

^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,

–if too much food is stored in it at once,

–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.

We recommend a temperature of 4 °C in the refrigerator.

Setting the temperature in the refrigerator

Use the two buttons underneath the temperature display to set the temperature for the refrigerator.

Press the

+ button : to raise the temperature (it gets warmer)

– button: to reduce the temperature (it gets cooler).

The temperature being set will flash in the display.

When pressing the buttons, the following information shows in the display:

–When first pressed, the last temperature selected flashes.

–Each subsequent press of the button adjusts the temperature shown in

1 °C steps.

–Keeping the button pressed in adjusts the temperature continually.

Approx. 5 seconds after letting go of the button, the current average temperature of the refrigerator is automatically shown.

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