Miele KD 683 i-3 Installation Instruction

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Operating and installation instructions

Fridge-freezer combination KD 683 i-3

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.

M.-Nr. 06 883 930

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Contents

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

Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

How to save energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Switching off for longer periods of time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

The correct temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

. . . in the refrigerator section. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

. . . in the freezer section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Setting the temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Winter setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Using the refrigerator efficiently. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Different storage zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Storing food correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Unpacked meats and vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Protein rich foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Meat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Adjusting the interior fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Moving the shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Split shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Adjusting the door shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Moving the bottle divider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Freezing and storing food. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Maximum freezing capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Storing frozen food. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Home freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Hints on home freezing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Packing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Before placing food in the freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Placing food in the freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Freezer calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Marker system for frozen food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Defrosting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Ice cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Cooling drinks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Freezer tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Contents

Cool pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Defrosting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Refrigerator section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Freezer section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Cleaning the interior and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Ventilation gaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Door seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Climate range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Before installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Building-in dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Changing the door hinging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Installing the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Fitting the furniture door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Adjusting the door hinges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Guide to the appliance

a Temperature selector b Winter setting switch

with indicator light

a Butter and cheese compartment b Interior lighting c Egg tray d Bottle rack * e Shelf f Condensate channel and

drain hole

g Fruit and vegetable containers h Bottle divider * i Door shelves

j Freezer tray

c Light contact switch

k Freezer drawers with

freezer calendar

l Marker system for frozen food

* depending on model

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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 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 that they are recycled.

Disposal of your old appliance

Please ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.

It should be unplugged or disconnected from the mains electricity supply by a competent person. The plug must be rendered useless and the cable cut off directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse. See the "Warning and Safety" section of this booklet for further details.

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 dispose of your old appliance at your local community waste collection / recycling centre and not with your household waste.

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

Technical safety

This appliance complies with all relevant legal 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, read the instructions carefully before installation and before using for the first time. They contain important notes on the installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance.

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

Correct use

This appliance is intended for

domestic use only for the cool storage of food and drinks as well as for storing deep frozen food, freezing fresh food and for preparing ice. Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by incorrect or improper use of the appliance.

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. Supervise its use by the elderly or infirm.

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 the transportation and setting up of the appliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking coolant can be harmful to 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.

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 m room space is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.

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

The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it

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Warning and Safety instructions

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 the 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 the appliance 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 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 the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

Safe operation of the appliance is

only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions.

Installation work, maintenance and

repairs may only be carried out by suitably qualified and competent persons in accordance with national and local safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and the manufacturer will not be held liable. Ensure current is not supplied to the appliance until after maintenance work has been carried out.

The appliance is only completely

isolated from the electricity supply when:

– it has been switched off at the wall

socket and the plug has been

withdrawn. – the mains fuse is withdrawn, or – the screw-out fuse is removed (in

countries where this is applicable).

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).

This equipment may only be used

in mobile installations such as ships, caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.

Use

Never handle frozen food with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to

the frozen food. Danger of frost burn.

Do not take ice cubes out with your

bare hands and never place ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from the freezer. The very low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost burn to the lips and tongue.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Do not refreeze thawed or partially

thawed food. Defrosted food should be used up as quickly as possible as food soon loses it nutritional value and goes off. Defrosted food may only be re-frozen after it has been cooked.

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 use any electrical

equipment in this appliance, e.g. ice cream makers. 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.

Do not store cans or bottles

containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer section. The cans or bottles could explode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.

When cooling drinks quickly in the

freezer make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour, otherwise they could burst. This could result in injury or damage.

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 food manufacturer’s packaging on storage conditions required as well as the "use by" date.

Do not use sharp edged objects to

remove frost and ice,

– – separate frozen foods and remove

ice trays. 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.

Do not use any oils or grease on

the door seals, as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.

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.

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Warning and Safety instructions

The 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, will 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 defrost or clean this appliance. Pressurised steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

In countries where there are 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.

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.

Disconnect it from the mains. Cut

off the cable and render any plug unusable.

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 consumption

Installation In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room.

Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not situated near to a heat source

(radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient room

temperature is approx. 20 °C.

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 Only open the doors when

With a medium setting of 2 to 3. With a high setting: The lower the

Cellar section 8 to 12 °C

Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C StayFresh zone just above 0 °C Freezer section -18 °C Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C

necessary and for as short a time as possible.

Store food in an organised way. If food is not stored in an

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

Store food covered or packaged. The evaporation or condensation

Place frozen food in the refrigerator to defrost.

Do not over-fill the appliance to allow air to circulate.

Increased energy consumption

Situated 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 or 18 °C.

Frequent opening of the doors for long periods will cause a loss of coldness.

organised way, searching for an item will mean the door is open for longer.

Placing hot food in the appliance will cause the compressor to run for a long time, as the appliance will have to work harder to lower the temperature.

of liquids will cause a loss of coldness in the refrigerator.

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How to save energy

Normal energy consumption

Defrosting Defrost the freezer when a layer of

ice one centimetre thick has built up.

Increased energy consumption

A layer of ice hinders the cold from reaching the frozen food, and causes an increase in energy consumption.

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Switching on and off

Before using for the first time

Clean the inside of the appliance and

the accessories with luke warm water and a little washing up liquid and then dry using a soft cloth.

Important: To ensure correct functioning of the appliance let it stand for between 11/2 and 2 hour after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains.

Switching on

^ Turn the temperature selector in a

clockwise direction away from "0".

The appliance will begin to cool. The interior light in the refrigerator section will come on when the door is opened.

The higher the setting, the lower the temperature in the appliance.

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 at the mains,

withdraw the plug (pull on the plug

and not the cable), defrost the freezer section,

clean the appliance, and

leave the doors ajar to air the

appliance.

If, during a long absence, the appliance is switched off but not cleaned out and the doors are left shut there is a danger of mould and odours building up inside the appliance.

Switching off

Turn the temperature selector in an anti-clockwise direction back to the "0" position.

The cooling system and the interior light are now switched off.

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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.

. . . in the refrigerator section

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

If you wish to check the temperature in the refrigerator section,

Please note the following:

bathwater and other household

–

thermometers are not very accurate.

It is best to use an electronic

thermometer.

Do not measure the temperature of

–

the air in the appliance. The result

will not reflect the temperature in the

food.

Try to open the door as little as

–

possible during the measuring

period, as warm room air will enter

the refrigerator every time the door is

opened.

. . . in the freezer section

To freeze fresh food and to store frozen food for a long time, a temperature colder than -18 °C is required. At this temperature the growth of micro-organisms is generally halted. As soon as the temperature rises above

-10 °C, the micro-organisms become active in the food again so that it cannot be kept as long. For this reason partially defrosted or defrosted food must not be re-frozen. Food may be re-frozen once it has been cooked as the high temperatures achieved when cooking destroy most micro organisms.

place a thermometer in a glass of water and then place the glass in the middle of the refrigerator section.

After about 24 hours, the thermometer will show the approximate temperature in the refrigerator section.

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The correct temperature

Setting the temperature

The temperatures for both the refrigerator section and for the freezer section are set using the temperature selector in the refrigerator section.

Turn it to a setting between 1 and 7.

The higher the setting, the lower the temperature in the appliance.

A middle range setting is usually sufficient.

However, if frozen food is to be stored in the freezer section then a setting of between 4 and 7 is recommended to ensure that the required temperature in the freezer section is maintained.

It is also advisable to set the temperature within this range if the door is opened frequently, large quantities of food are stored in the refrigerator section or there is a high ambient temperature.

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Winter setting

With very low ambient temperatures at or below 16 °C the freezer

compartment may not be able to maintain its temperature. The low room temperature may prevent the appliance from running often enough, resulting in frozen food beginning to thaw. The winter setting is designed to prevent this happening.

To activate the winter setting

^ Press the switch for the winter

setting. The indicator light will come on. The appliance will come on more often, lowering the temperature in the freezer section to the required level.

To deactivate the winter setting As soon as the ambient temperature

rises above 16 °C the winter setting

should be switched off. The freezer section temperature will be sufficiently controlled by the temperature dial.

Press the switch for the winter

setting. The indicator light will go out and the appliance will continue to operate at normal power.

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Using the refrigerator efficiently

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.

Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Danger of explosion.

If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof, make sure it is tightly closed, and store upright.

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 a refrigerator is directly above the vegetable containers.

Use this for all delicate and highly perishable food, e.g.

– fish, meat, poultry, – sausage products, ready meals, –

dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream,

–

fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza or quiche dough,

–

soft cheese and other dairy products,

–

pre-packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it should be kept at a temperature of approx. 4 °C.

If storing bottles of oil or food containing high levels of fat or oil in the appliance, take care not to let the fat or oil come into contact with plastic components. These can cause stress cracks to occur in the plastic components.

Food must not touch the back wall of the appliance, as it may freeze to the back wall.

Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator

Not all food is suitable for storing in the refrigerator. These include:

–

Fruit and vegetables which are

sensitive to cold, such as bananas,

avocado pears, papaya, passion

fruit, aubergines/eggplant,

peppers/capsicum, tomatoes and

cucumbers –

Fruit which is not yet ripe –

Potatoes –

Some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan

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Using the refrigerator efficiently

Storing food correctly

Store food covered or packaged. This will prevent food smells or tastes from affecting other foods, and prevent 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.

Fruit and vegetables

Fruit and vegetables can be stored loose in the vegetable containers. However, you should bear in mind that some types of vegetables give off a natural gas which speeds up the rate at which food perishes. Some fruit and vegetables react strongly to this gas and should not be stored together.

Examples of fruit which produce a large amount of this natural gas are:

Apples, apricots, pears, nectarines, peaches, plums, avocado pears and figs.

Unpacked meats and vegetables

Different types of unpacked meats and vegetables must be kept separate. To avoid any microbiological cross-contamination, these foods may only be stored together if they are wrapped.

Protein rich foods

Please note that foods rich in protein deteriorate faster than others. Shell fish, for example, deteriorates faster than fish, and fish deteriorates faster than meat.

Meat

Meat should be stored loosely covered in suitable containers or packaging. Allowing the surface of the meat to dry slightly helps to prevent the growth of bacteria. To prevent the risk of bacterial cross-contamination meat should not be allowed to come into contact with other foods.

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.

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Adjusting the interior fittings

Moving the shelves

The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food.

Pull the shelves forward as far as

they will go then lift them upwards to remove them.

With the rear barrier facing upwards,

place the shelf at the required position. The rear barrier must face upwards to prevent food from touching the back of the appliance and freezing to it.

Split shelf

In order to accommodate tall items in the appliance one of the shelves has a small section which can be raised upwards.

Adjusting the door shelves

Push the door shelf upwards then

remove it by pulling it upwards. Replace the door shelf at the

required position. Ensure that it is securely pushed back into position.

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.

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Freezing and storing food

Maximum freezing capacity

To ensure that fresh food placed in the freezer freezes through to the core as quickly as possible, the maximum freezing capacity must not be exceeded. The maximum freezing capacity for freezing within a 24 hour period is given on the data plate

"Freezing capacity ....kg/24 hrs".

Storing frozen food

When buying frozen food to store in your freezer check

– that the packaging is not damaged, – the use by date, – the temperature at which the frozen

food is being stored in the shop. The length of time it can be kept is reduced if it has been stored at a temperature warmer than -18 °C.

^ Buy frozen food once you have

finished the rest of your shopping and wrap it in newspaper or use a cool bag or box to transport it.

Store it in the freezer as soon as possible.

Home freezing

Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition.

Hints on home freezing

The following types of food are

–

suitable for freezing:

Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish,

vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy

products, pastry, leftovers, egg

yolks, egg whites and a range of

pre-cooked meals.

The following types of food are not

–

suitable for freezing:

Grapes, lettuces, radishes, sour

cream, mayonnaise, eggs in their

shells, onions, whole raw apples and

pears. – To retain colour, taste and vitamin C,

vegetables should be blanched after

they have been trimmed and

washed. To blanch: bring a large

saucepan of water to the boil,

immerse the vegetables in the fast

boiling water for 2-3 minutes,

depending on variety. Remove and

plunge quickly into ice cold water.

Drain and pack ready for freezing.

Never re-freeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defrosted food as soon as possible as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be re-frozen after it has been cooked.

–

Lean meat freezes better than fatty

meat and can be stored for

considerably longer. –

To prevent chops, steaks, cutlets or

rolled meat from freezing together in

solid blocks when packed, separate

with a sheet of plastic freezer film.

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Freezing and storing food

Do not season fresh foods or

–

blanched vegetables before freezing. Only season cooked food lightly before freezing but care should be taken as the taste of some spices alters when frozen.

Do not place hot foods or drinks in

–

the freezer. This causes already frozen food to thaw and increases the energy consumption considerably. Allow hot foods and drinks to cool down before placing them in the freezer.

Packing

^ Freeze food in portions.

Suitable packing material

- plastic freezer film

- freezer bags

- aluminium foil

- freezer containers

Freezer bags may also be sealed using home heat sealing kits.

Expel as much air as possible from bags etc. before sealing them to prevent freezer burn on food.

Close the packaging tightly with

- rubber bands

- plastic clips

- string or bag ties

- freezer tape.

Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging.

- bin bags

- plastic carrier bags

Before placing food in the freezer

When freezing more than 2 kg of

fresh food, switch on the winter setting for some time before placing the food in the freezer (see "Winter setting").

Placing food in the freezer

Food to be frozen can be placed anywhere in the freezer. Large quantities can be placed directly on the evaporator plates to freeze the food quickly. To do this first take out one or more freezer drawers.

Each drawer and evaporator plate can be loaded with a maximum of 25 kg.

^ Place the food flat in the bottom of

the drawers or on the evaporator plates so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as possible.

Make sure that the packaging and containers are dry to prevent them sticking together when frozen.

When freezing, make sure that food already frozen does not come into contact with fresh food being frozen as this could cause the frozen food to begin to defrost.

Unsuitable packing material

- wrapping paper

- grease-proof paper

- cellophane

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Freezing and storing food

Freezer calendar

The freezer calendar on the freezer drawer gives the length of time which various foods can be stored for effectively.

If the storage time given on the packaging differs, follow the advice on the packaging.

Marker system for frozen food

Markers serve as a reminder of how long food has been stored.

Each freezer drawer has two slide markers with dials. The months are represented on the dials as 1 - 12.

Defrosting

Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways:

in the microwave oven,

–

in the oven using the "Fan" or

–

"Defrost" setting,

at room temperature,

–

in the fridge.

– Fruit should be defrosted at room

temperature in its packing or in a covered bowl.

Most vegetables can be cooked while still frozen. Just put straight into boiling water or hot fat. The cooking time is slightly less than that of fresh vegetables.

Poultry It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when defrosting poultry. Do not use the liquid from defrosted poultry. Pour it away and wash the container it was in, the sink and your hands.

Slide the markers onto the guide runners on the edge of the drawers.

Use the markers to indicate the type of food being frozen and turn the dials to the appropriate number to indicate the month the food was first placed in the freezer.

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Freezing and storing food

Ice cubes

(with or without release button depending on model)

Press down the release button on the

ice cube tray and fill the tray with water. Any excess will flow out through the outlet.

^ Now pull the release button up to

seal the ice cube tray. Place the tray on the bottom of one of the freezer drawers.

^ Once frozen, use a blunt instrument,

for example a spoon handle, to remove the ice tray from the freezer.

^ Ice cubes can be removed easily

from the tray by twisting the tray gently, or by holding it under cold running water for a short while.

Freezer tray

The freezer tray is useful for freezing small items such as berries and vegetables. They can be frozen individually and therefore maintain their shape when defrosted.

^ Space the food out loosely on the

tray.

Leave food for 10 - 12 hours to freeze thoroughly on the tray. Transfer it to a freezer bag or suitable container once frozen. Place the bag or container in the freezer drawer.

Cooling drinks

When cooling drinks quickly, make sure bottles are not left in the freezer for more than one hour, as they could burst.

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Cool pack

(depending on model) The cool pack prevents the

temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut.

Place the cool pack in the upper drawer directly on top of food or to save space on the freezer tray. The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx. 24 hours.

If there is a power cut, place the cool pack directly on top of the frozen food in the upper drawer so that the food will be kept cold for as long as possible.

When placing fresh food in the freezer, use the cool pack to separate the fresh food from the food which is already frozen so that the frozen food does not begin to thaw.

Freezing and storing food

The cool pack can also be used in a cool bag to keep food or drinks cool for a short period of time.

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Defrosting

Refrigerator section

Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator whilst it is in use. These are automatically removed and defrosted 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.

Freezer section

The freezer section does not defrost automatically because frozen food must not be allowed to defrost.

In normal use, ice and frost will form on the evaporator plates. If allowed to accumulate, this will impair the efficiency of the freezer and increase the consumption of electricity.

Do not scrape ice and frost off the evaporator plates as this can damage them and render the freezer unusable.

The freezer section should be defrosted from time to time. It must be defrosted if a layer of ice approx. 1 cm thick has accumulated. It is best to defrost when only very little food or no food at all is left in the freezer.

Before defrosting

Switch on the winter setting at least 4

hours before defrosting to ensure frozen food retains its cold reserve for longer when taken out of the freezer.

Remove the frozen food from the

freezer and place it in another freezer, or in a cool box, or wrap it in several layers of newspaper or cloths and store in a cool place until the freezer is ready for use again.

Take all freezer drawers out of the

freezer section.

To defrost

Carry out the defrosting procedure as quickly as possible if food has not been placed in another freezer. The longer the food is left out at room temperature, the more it defrosts.

^ Switch the appliance off with the

temperature selector, switch off at the socket and remove the plug.

Open the freezer section door.

To speed up defrosting, a bowl containing hot water (not boiling) can be placed in the appliance. Closing the door in this instance will help retain the warmth and speed up the defrosting process.

Use a sponge or towel to soak up the defrosted water.

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We do not recommend the use of hot air blowers such as hairdryers for defrosting your appliance.

Defrosting

After defrosting

Mop up any residual water still in the

freezer section with a sponge or absorbent cloth.

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 could contain substances which could damage the plastic parts and which may cause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

Clean the freezer section and then

dry it thoroughly. Close the freezer section door, insert

the plug in the socket and switch the appliance back on.

Switch on the winter setting so that

the freezer section can achieve the required temperature quickly. The indicator light will come on.

^ Once the temperature in the freezer

section has reached the required temperature, place the food back in the freezer drawers and slide the drawers back into the freezer section.

^ Switch the winter setting off. The

indicator light will go out.

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Cleaning and care

Never use cleaning agents containing abrasive substances such as sand, soda, acids or chemical solvents. "Non-abrasive" cleaning agents are also unsuitable as they can cause matt areas to appear.

Make sure that water cannot get into the electronic unit or into the light.

Do not let water get into the drainage channel and drain hole when cleaning.

Never use steam cleaning apparatus to clean the appliance. Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

Cleaning the interior and accessories

Clean the refrigerator section at least

once a month and the freezer section each time it is defrosted. Use warm water will a little washing up liquid.

Accessories and shelves should all

be hand-washed. The butter dish is, however, dishwasher safe.

Clean the condensate channel and

drain hole frequently, so that condensate can drain away unhindered. Use a straw or similar to clear the drain if necessary.

^ After cleaning wipe the interior and

accessories with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth. Leave the doors open to air the appliance for a short while.

The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed. It contains information which is required in the event of a service call.

Before cleaning

Switch the appliance off by turning the temperature selector to "0" and then switching off at the socket and removing the plug.

Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place.

Take out any removable parts, e.g. shelves, for cleaning.

^ A microfibre E-Cloth is available from

the Miele UK Spare Parts Department which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel, glass, plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals.

Ventilation gaps

The ventilation gaps should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner. A build up of dust will increase the appliance’s energy consumption.

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Door seals

Do not use any grease or oil on the door seals as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous over time.

The door seals should be cleaned regularly with clean water and then wiped dry with a soft cloth.

After cleaning

Replace all shelves and accessories

in the refrigerator section.

^ Place food back in the refrigerator

section, close the doors, and switch the appliance on.

^ Once the temperature in the freezer

has reached the required temperature place the food back in the freezer.

Cleaning and care

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Problem solving guide

Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

The following can be corrected without contacting the Miele Service Department:

What to do if . . .

. . . the appliance does not get cool.

^ Make sure that the temperature dial is

not pointing to the "0" position.

^ Check that the plug is correctly

inserted in the socket and switched on.

^ Check that the fuse is not defective

and that the mains fuse has not blown. If it has, contact the Miele Ser vice department.

automatically. No more than 2 kg of fresh food should be frozen at once.

Check whether the winter setting is

still on.

. . . the appliance is switching in too frequently and for too long.

Check whether ventilation gaps in the

plinth and in the housing unit at the top have been covered over or become too dusty.

The refrigerator and freezer section

doors have been opened too frequently, or a large amount of fresh food has been put in at the same time for freezing.

^ Check that the doors have been

closed properly.

^ Check to see whether a thick layer of

ice has built up in the freezer section. If it has then the freezer section will need defrosting.

. . . the frozen food is thawing

because the freezer section is too warm.

. . . the temperature in the refrigerator section section is too low.

Turn the temperature selector to a setting closer to "0".

Check that the freezer section door has been closed properly.

Has a large amount of fresh food been put in at the same time for freezing. This makes the compressor run for longer, causing the temperature in the refrigerator section to fall

Is the room temperature lower than the ambient temperature for which the appliance is designed?

Increase the room temperature or switch on the winter setting.

Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long causing the freezer section to become too warm.

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...food has frozen together.

Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon handle or plastic scraper to carefully prise it apart.

. . . there is a thick layer of ice in the freezer section.

Check whether the freezer section

door closes properly. Defrost and then clean the freezer

section.

Too thick a layer of ice reduces efficiency and increases energy consumption.

. . . the interior light in the refrigerator section is not working?

Problem solving guide

Reach into the back of the light cover,

press upwards at the side a, and then pull the cover off b.

Replace the bulb.

Bulb specification: 220 - 240 V, max. 15 W, E 14 fitting.

^ Push the cover securely back into

position.

^ Make sure that the temperature dial is

not pointing to the "0" position. If it is not pointing to the "0" position, the bulb is defective:

^ Disconnect the appliance from the

mains. 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.

. . . the floor of the refrigerator section is wet.

The 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.

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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

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.

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

The Miele Service Department (see

–

back cover for address).

When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate.

Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes.

After sales service

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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 (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.

The voltage and frequency are given on the data plate. Please ensure that these match the household mains supply. The fuse rating is quoted on the plug.

Connection should be made via a suitable switched socket which is easily accessible. For extra safety it is advisable to install a residual current device (RCD) with a trip current of 30 mA (in accordance with DIN VDE 0664, VDE 0100, Section 739).

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

The appliance must not be connected to an inverter and must not be used with a plug adapter as these can cause damage to the appliance’s electronic unit.

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This appliance must be built in, otherwise it could tip up.

Location

The appliance should be installed in a dry well ventilated room. 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. 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.

Climate range

The appliance is designed for a particular climate range (ambient room temperature), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range of this appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.

Installation

Ventilation

Air at the rear of the appliance gets warm. The appliance housing unit must be constructed to allow sufficient space for ventilation. Miele kitchen units are designed to provide this ventilation.

A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm depth must be allowed for behind the appliance for air to circulate. The air inlet to the appliance is via the plinth in the housing unit. The cross section of the air inlet and outlet must be at least 200 cm ensure that air can circulate without hindrance. Otherwise the appliance has to work too hard resulting in an increase in electricity consumption and damage to the compressor.

The air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis.

Before installation

Climate range Ambient room

temperature

+10 °C to +32 °C +16 °C to +32 °C +18 °C to +38 °C +18 °C to +43 °C

Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long causing the internal temperature in the appliance to rise with the risk of food deteriorating and going off.

Before installation remove the sealing strip etc. from the outside of the appliance and take any accessories out of the inside of the appliance.

Remove any cable clips from the rear of the appliance.

Check that all parts at the rear of the appliance are unhindered.

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Building-in dimensions

Appliance Niche height [mm]

KD 683 i-3 1778 - 1780 1770

Appliance height [mm]

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Changing the door hinging

Before building the appliance in you will need to decide on the door hinging. If left hand door hinging is required follow these instructions.

Remove screws a and refit them

loosely on the opposite side in the 2nd and 4th fixing holes from the outside.

With the middle 4 fixing screws a, you should first transfer to top two screws, and then the bottom two. Do not transfer all 4 screws at once.

Fit screws d into the inner fixing

holes on the opposite side. Remove door fixing screws b, and

refit the hinges in their diagonally opposite corners.

^ Refit the appliance doors onto

pre-fitted screws a, then tighten the screws.

^ Cover the holes which are now open

using covers c and stoppers e.

Open the appliance doors and slightly loosen screws a on the appliance using a Pozidrive screwdriver.

Push the doors outwards and take them off their hinges.

Take covers c off, and remove screws d.

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Installing the appliance

All fitting instructions given are for a right hand hinged appliance. If you have converted the appliance to left hand hinging you will need to adapt these instructions accordingly.

Aligning the housing unit

Preparing the appliance

Secure the fixing strip in position on

the appliance.

^ For niche widths up to 560 mm:

stick sealing strip a directly on to the appliance, on the door opening side.

The housing unit must be carefully aligned using a spirit level before installing the appliance. The unit corners must be at right angles, as otherwise the furniture doors will not align correctly with the 4 corners of the appliance. Align the furniture doors with the hinges.

^ For niche widths over 560 mm:

first stick profile b directly on to the appliance, on the door opening side. Then stick sealing strip a on to the profile strip.

With 16 mm thick furniture walls

Clip the spacer pieces over the hinges.

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Installing the appliance

Push the appliance into its housing

unit. When doing this, make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped.

^ Depending on the thickness of the

appliance housing walls, push the appliance into the niche until – the spacer pieces touch the housing unit wall (16 mm thick walls), – or the front edges of the hinges are flush with the side walls of the housing unit (19 mm thick walls).

The cover strip must not protrude in front of the edge of the housing unit. It must disappear completely into the niche.

Push the hinged side of the

appliance to the furniture wall.

^ On appliances with a niche width

of up to 550 mm:

Push fixing piece a (detail X) into the slide and secure it with a short flat headed 3.5 x 11 mm screw.

On appliances with a niche width of more than 550 mm:

Secure plastic bracket a a to the appliance on the door opening side with 4 x 14 mm screws.

Then push the appliance into the niche until the fixing piece or the plastic bracket are flush with the front edge of the of the housing unit floor.

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Installing the appliance

Secure the appliance to the housing

unit at the top and bottom by screwing four screws through the hinge plates (Detail Y).

Tighten the screws through the fixing

piece (detail X), or through the middle of the long slot in the plastic bracket and flip the plastic bracket downwards.

Fit the 3 screws through the fixing

profile strip b (detail Z). Close the door.

Fitting the furniture door

^ A gap of 8 mm must be maintained

between the appliance door and the fixing bracket.

^ Push fitting aids a up to the height of

the furniture door: the lower edge "X" of the fitting aids must be at the same height as the upper edge of the furniture door being fitted, see - on the diagram.

Pull the fitting aids out of their storage position, turn them around and insert them into the outer slots of the fixing bracket, as shown.

Undo nuts b and take fixing bracket c off together with the fitting aids.

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Installing the appliance

^ Using a pencil mark a line down the

centre of the inside of the furniture door.

^ Hang the fixing bracket with the

fitting aids a onto the inside side of the furniture door. Align the fixing bracket centrally.

^ Attach the fixing bracket securely

using at least 6 short 4 x 14 mm chip board screws b. (On cassette doors only use 4 screws on the edges).

Pull the fitting aids upwards to remove them c.

Turn them round and insert them right into the middle slots on fixing bracket d.

^ Hang the furniture door onto

adjusting bolts a.

^ Loosely attach the nuts b on the

adjusting bolts

^ Close the door and check the

distance between the door and neighbouring furniture doors.

^ Align to match neigbouring doors if

necessary: Side adjustments "X" are made by sliding the furniture door, and height adjustments "Y" by turning the adjusting bolts a with a screwdriver. To adjust depth "Z", loosen the screws in the top of the appliance door c. By moving the furniture door, create a gap of 2 mm between the furniture door and the front edge of the niche.

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Installing the appliance

Whilst counterholding the adjusting

bolts a, tighten nuts b using a screwdriver.

^ Attach the fixing bracket a to the

appliance door by using screws b through the middle of the long slots.

Align the furniture door so that it is parallel to the appliance door and tighten screws b.

Screw the fixing bracket to the furniture door using 4 x 14 mm chip board screws c.

Finally fit the cover strip on the top of the appliance door.

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The door hinges are set ex-works to enable the door to be opened wide.

The door opening angle can be adjusted, for instance to prevent it hitting a wall when it is opened.

Use the spanner supplied to adjust the hinges:

Adjusting the door hinges

a To reduce the opening angle:

Turn the spanner in a clockwise direction.

This tightens the hinges and makes it

harder to open the door wide open.

b To open the door fully:

Turn the spanner in an anti-clockwise direction.

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