Miele KF 9712 iD, KF 9713 iD Operating instructions

Operating and installation instructions

Fridge freezer combination
with dynamic cooling
KF 9712 iD
KF 9713 iD

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

en - GB, HK

M.-Nr. 09 274 540

Contents

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

Optional accessories ................................................5

Bottle rack......................................................5

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

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

How to save energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Before using for the first time.........................................13

To switch the refrigerator section off separately........................14

Switching off for longer periods of time .................................14

The correct temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

. . . for the refrigerator section ........................................15

...inthefreezer section ............................................15

Setting the temperature .............................................15

Temperature displays ..............................................16

Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Activating the alarm system..........................................17

Switching the alarm off early .........................................17

Super freeze and Dynamic cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Super freeze .....................................................18

Dynamic cooling ..................................................19

Using the refrigerator efficiently . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Different storage zones .............................................20

Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator.........................21

When shopping for food ............................................21

Storing food correctly ..............................................21

Fruit and vegetables .............................................21

Unpacked meat and vegetables ...................................22

Protein rich foods ...............................................22

Meat .........................................................22

Adjusting the interior fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Moving the shelves ................................................23

Split shelf ........................................................23

Adjusting the door shelf/bottle shelf ...................................23

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Contents

Freezing and storing food. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Maximum freezing capacity..........................................24

Freezing fresh food ................................................24

Storing frozen food ................................................24

Home freezing ....................................................25

Hints on home freezing...........................................25

Packing .......................................................25

Before placing food in the freezer ..................................26

Placing food in the freezer ........................................26

Freezing large items ...............................................26

Defrosting .......................................................27

Ice cubes ........................................................27

Cooling drinks ....................................................27

Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Refrigerator section ................................................28

Freezer section ...................................................28

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................30

Ventilation gaps ...................................................31

Door seals .......................................................31

Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

After Sales / Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Location .........................................................38

Climate range ..................................................38

Ventilation .......................................................38

Before installing the appliance .......................................39

Building-in dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Changing the door hinging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Building in the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Building into a peninsular run ........................................42

Aligning the housing unit ............................................42

Building in the appliance ............................................43

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Guide to the appliance

a Refrigerator section On/Off and

temperature dial

b Alarm off button and

indicator light

c Refrigerator temperature display

a Dynamic cooling fan with On/Off

switch

b Butter and cheese compartment

c Adjustable shelves

d Egg tray

e Interior lighting

f Door shelf

g Condensate channel and

drain hole

h Fruit and vegetable containers

d Freezer section temperature display

e Super freeze button and indicator

light

f Master dial for switching the whole

appliance on and off and for
selecting the temperature of the
freezer section

i Bottle divider

j Bottle shelf

k Freezer drawers

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Optional accessories

Bottle rack

(depending on model)

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

Guide to the appliance

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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 of the
appliance can present 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 the
installation, safety, operation and
care of the appliance.

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

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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.

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

Correct application

This appliance is not designed for

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commercial use. It is intended for use in
domestic households and in similar
working and residential environments
such as:

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Shops

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Offices and showrooms

and by residents in establishments
such as:

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Hostels and guest houses.

This appliance is not intended for
outdoor use.

It must only be used as a domestic
appliance to cool and store food as well
as to store deep frozen food, freeze
fresh food and to prepare ice.

Safety with children

This appliance is not a toy! To

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prevent the risk of injury, do not allow
children to play with it, for example to
play with the controls, to climb inside
the drawers or to swing on the door.

Children under 8 years of age must

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be kept away from the appliance unless
they are constantly supervised.

Children 8 years and older may use

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the appliance only if they have been
shown how to use it in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

Before setting up the appliance,

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check it for any externally visible
damage. Do not install and use a
damaged appliance.
It could be dangerous.

If the connection cable is faulty it

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must only be replaced by a service
technician authorised by the
manufacturer to protect the user from
danger.

This appliance contains the coolant

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Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which
is environmentally friendly. Although it
is flammable, it does not damage the
ozone layer and does not increase the
greenhouse effect. The use of this
coolant has, however, led to a slight
increase in the noise level of the
appliance. In addition to the noise of
the compressor, you might be able to
hear the coolant flowing around the
system. This is unavoidable, 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 flames and anything which
creates a spark,

- disconnect from the mains,

- air the room in which the appliance is
located for several minutes and

- contact the Service Department for
advice.

The more coolant there is in an

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appliance, the larger the room it should
be installed in. In the event of a
leakage, if the appliance is in a small
room, there is the danger of
combustible gases building up.
For every8gofcoolant at least 1 m
room space is required. The amount of
coolant in the appliance is stated on the
data plate inside the appliance.

Safe operation of the appliance is

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

Before connecting the appliance,

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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

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mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket adapter or an extension
lead. These do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g.
danger of overheating).

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Warning and Safety instructions

The electrical safety of this

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appliance can only be guaranteed if
correctly earthed. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
observed and 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

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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.

While the appliance is under

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guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the guarantee will be
invalidated.

The appliance must be isolated from

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the electricity supply during installation,
maintenance and repair work.

Faulty components must only be

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replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. The manufacturer can only
guarantee the safety of the appliance
when Miele replacement parts are
used.

This appliance must not be used in

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a non-stationary location (e.g. on a
ship).

In areas which may be subject to

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infestation by cockroaches or other
vermin, play 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

Never handle frozen food with wet

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hands. Your hands may freeze to the
frozen food. Danger of frost burn.

Do not take ice cubes out with your

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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.

Do not refreeze thawed or partially

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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

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the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans). Thermostats switching on may
produce sparks which could present a
fire hazard. Flammable compounds
could explode.

Do not operate any electrical

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equipment (e.g. an electric ice-cream
maker) inside the appliance. Danger of
sparking and explosion.

If storing alcohol with a high

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percentage proof, make sure it is tightly
closed and stored upright. Danger of
explosion.

Do not store cans or bottles

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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

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

Observe the "use-by" dates given on

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food to avoid the risk of food poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several
factors, including the freshness and
quality of the food as well as the
temperature at which it is stored. Follow
the instructions given on the food
manufacturer's packaging regarding
storage conditions and "use-by" dates.

Do not use sharp edged objects to

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– 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

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candles in the appliance to defrost it.
These can damage the plastic parts.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Do not use defrosting sprays or

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de-icers, as they might contain
substances which could damage the
plastic parts or which could cause a
build-up of gases and pose a danger to
health.

Do not use any oils or grease on the

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

If storing food which contains a lot of

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fat or oil, make sure that it does not
come into contact with plastic
components as this could cause stress
cracks.

Do not block the ventilation gap in

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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

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

Never use a steam-cleaning

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appliance to defrost or clean this
appliance. Steam could reach the
electrical components and cause a
short circuit.

Disposal of your old appliance

Before disposing of an old

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appliance, first make the door latches
or locks unusable.
This way you will prevent children from
accidentally locking themselves in and
endangering their lives.

Be careful not to damage any part of

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the pipework whilst awaiting disposal,
e.g. by

– 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 site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room.

Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight.

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

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

Do not cover the ventilation gaps
and dust them regularly.

Temperature setting
with a thermostat
which is approximate
(set in stages).

Temperature setting
with a thermostat which
is exact to the degree
(digital display).

Use Drawers, shelves and racks

Defrosting Defrost the freezer section when a

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

Larder section 8 to 12 °C

Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C

PerfectFresh zone just above 0 °C

Freezer section -18 °C

Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C

arranged as they were when the
appliance was delivered.

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

Store food in an organised way. Searching for an item will mean the

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

Store food covered or packaged. The evaporation or condensation of

Place frozen food in the refrigerator
to defrost.

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

layer of ice 0.5 cm thick (maximum)
has built up.

Increased energy
consumption

Near to a heat source (radiator,
oven).

Where there is a high ambient room
temperature.

temperature in the compartment, the
higher the energy consumption.

On appliances with winter setting,
please make sure that the winter
setting is switched off when the
ambient temperature is warmer than
16 °C .

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

door is open for longer.

Hot food will cause the compressor
to run for a long time, as the
appliance will have to work harder
to reduce the temperature.

liquids will cause a loss of coldness
in the refrigerator.

A layer of ice hinders the cold from
reaching the frozen food, and
increases energy consumption.

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Switching on and off

Before using for the first time

Protective foil

The stainless steel trim to the interior
shelves and the door shelves has a
layer of protective foil to prevent
damage during transportation.

Carefully remove the protective foil

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from the stainless steel trim.

Cleaning

Clean the inside of the appliance and

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the accessories with lukewarm water
and a little washing-up liquid, and
then dry with a soft cloth.

Switching on

The refrigerator and freezer sections
are switched on together with the
master dial on the right hand side of the
control panel.

Using a coin, turn the master On/Off

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dial in a clockwise direction away
from the "0" position.

Forcing it beyond its range will
damage it. Turn it only as far as it
will go, then turn it back again.

The temperature display for the
refrigerator section will light up and the
interior lighting will come on when door
is opened.

The temperature display for the freezer
section will light up.
The alarm indicator light will also light
up. It will go out when the temperature
in the freezer is cold enough.

The appliance will start cooling.

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.

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Switching on and off

Switching off

Using a coin, turn the master On/Off

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dial in an anti-clockwise direction
back to the "0" position.

The temperature displays will go out
and the cooling process is switched off.

To switch the refrigerator section off
separately

The refrigerator section can be
switched off without having to switch off
the freezer section. This is useful e.g.
whilst on holiday.

^ Using a coin, turn the On/Off dial for

the refrigerator section in an
anti-clockwise direction back to the
"0" position.

The interior light and the temperature
display for the refrigerator section will
go out and the refrigerator section will
switch off.

light will come on when the door is
opened.

Switching off for longer
periods of time

If the appliance is not going to be used
for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst
on holiday:

switch the appliance off,

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disconnect it from the mains. Switch

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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.

^ defrost the freezer, clean the

appliance and

^ leave the doors ajar to air it.

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.

The temperature display for the freezer
section will remain lit up.

To switch the refrigerator section on
again

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Using a coin, turn the On/Off dial for
the refrigerator section in a clockwise
direction away from the "0" position.

The refrigerator section temperature
display will light up. The refrigerator
section will start cooling. The interior

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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

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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.

. . . for the refrigerator section

We recommend a temperature of 5°C
in the middle of the refrigerator.

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.

Setting the temperature

The temperatures for the refrigerator
and freezer sections are set using the
appropriate temperature dial.

^ Using a coin, turn the dial for the

refrigerator section or for the freezer
section in a clockwise direction away
from the "0" position.

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

The temperature being set will flash in
the display.

Turn it only as far as it will go, then
turn it back again. Turning it beyond
its range would damage it.

...inthefreezer section

To freeze fresh food and to store frozen
food for a long time, a temperature of

-18 °C is required. At this temperature
the growth of micro-organisms is
generally halted. Should the
temperature rise above -10 °C, the
micro-organisms will become active in
the food again so that it cannot be kept
as long. For this reason, partially

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The correct temperature

Temperature displays

The temperature displays on the
control panel always show the
required temperature.

For example, if you want to set the
temperature for the refrigerator section
at 5 °C,

turn the temperature dial for the

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refrigerator section clockwise from 0
until 5 lights up on the control panel.

If you want the temperature in the
freezer section to be -18 °C,

^ turn the temperature dial for the

freezer section clockwise from 0 until

-18 lights up on the control panel.

The temperature can be set slightly
colder within the displayed temperature
range (e.g. between -15°C and -18 °C).

^ Turn the temperature dial slowly in a

clockwise direction from e.g. away
from -15, until the -15 indicator light
flashes briefly.

The colder temperature is now set.

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Alarm

Your appliance has been fitted with a
warning system which ensures that the
temperature in the freezer cannot rise
unnoticed. An alarm will sound and the
alarm indicator light will flash if the
temperature becomes too warm. The
temperature the appliance is set at
determines the temperature the
appliance recognises as being too
warm.

The alarm will sound and the alarm
indicator light will flash,

if the freezer door has been left open

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for a while, e.g. in order to load,
re-arrange or take food out.

– when freezing large amounts of food

at once.

– if there has been a lengthy

interruption to the power supply.

Depending on the temperature in the
freezer, you should check the condition
of the food. If food has defrosted or
started to defrost, check that it is still
safe to use, and if so, use it as quickly
as possible. Defrosted food may only
be re-frozen after it has been cooked.

Activating the alarm system

The alarm system is always active. It
does not have to be switched on
manually.

Switching the alarm off early

The alarm will stop and the indicator
light will go out when the temperature
reaches the correct level again.
However, if the noise disturbs you, you
can switch the alarm off before this if
you wish.

^ Press the alarm off button.

The alarm will stop. The indicator
light will stay on until the correct
temperature has been reached. The
alarm system is then ready should it
be needed again.

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Super freeze and Dynamic cooling

Super freeze

Switch the Super freeze function on
before putting fresh food into the
freezer.

This helps food to freeze quickly and
retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours
and appearance.

Super freeze is not necessary:

when putting in food that is already

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frozen.

when freezing less than 2 kg fresh

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food daily.

Switching on Super freeze

When freezing small quantities of food
in the freezer, the Super freeze function
should be switched on 6 hours

beforehand. When freezing the
maximum load of food the Super

freeze function should be switched on

24 hours beforehand.

Switching off Super freeze

The Super freeze function will switch off
automatically after approx. 65 hours.
The indicator light will go out and the
appliance will run at normal power
again.

To save energy, the Super freeze
function can be switched off once a
constant temperature of -18°C or
colder has been reached in the freezer.
You should also check the temperature
inside the appliance from time to time.

Press the Super freeze button. The

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Super freeze indicator light will go
out, and the appliance will continue
to operate at normal power.

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Press the Super freeze button. The
Super freeze indicator light will come
on.

The appliance works at full power to
lower the temperature in the
appliance.

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Super freeze and Dynamic cooling

Dynamic cooling

When the Dynamic cooling function is
not switched on, the natural circulation
of air in the appliance will cause
different temperature zones in the
refrigerator as the cold, heavy air will
sink to the lowest section of the
appliance. You should bear this in mind
when placing food in the appliance
(see "Using the refrigerator efficiently").
However, if you are placing a large
amount of food in the refrigerator at any
one time, it is a good idea to switch on
Dynamic cooling. This way you can
distribute the temperature inside the
appliance to all areas more evenly so
that all the food will be chilled to about
the same degree.
The temperature is set as normal with
the temperature control.

Dynamic cooling should also be
selected when:

– the ambient temperature in the room

is high (above approx. 30 °C), and

Switching off Dynamic cooling

Press the Dynamic cooling switch to

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"0".

The fan automatically switches off
when the door is open.

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the room humidity level is high.

Switching on Dynamic cooling

^

Press the Dynamic cooling switch
above the fan to "I".

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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.

This appliance has Dynamic
cooling, which helps to keep an
even temperature when the fan is
running. When Dynamic cooling is
switched on, the difference between
the various zones is less
pronounced.

Warmest area

The warmest area is in the top section
of the door. Use this for storing butter
and cheese.

Coldest area

pre-packed vegetables and other

–

fresh food with a label stating it
should be kept at a temperature of
approx. 4 °C.

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

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

Do not store cooking oil in the
refrigerator door. Traces of oil can
cause stress cracks to occur in the
plastic components in the door.

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

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,

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To allow air to circulate efficiently,
do not pack food too closely
together in the refrigerator. Do not
cover the fan in the rear wall of the
refrigerator, as this is essential for
keeping the appliance cool.

Using the refrigerator efficiently

Food which should not be
stored in a refrigerator

Not all food is suitable for refrigeration,
as some food is sensitive to cold.
Cucumbers, for example, become
glassy, aubergines bitter and potatoes
sweet. Tomatoes and oranges lose their
aroma, and the peel on citrus fruit
hardens.

Food which should not be stored in a
refrigerator includes:

pineapple, pomegranate, bananas,

–

avocado, mangos, papaya, passion
fruit, citrus fruit

– fruit which is not yet ripe

– aubergines/egg plant, cucumbers,

potatoes, peppers/capsicum,
tomatoes, courgettes,

– some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan

When shopping for food

The freshness of food when first placed
in the appliance is an important factor
in determining how long it stays fresh,
and how long it can be kept in the
refrigerator. Time out of the refrigerator,
e.g. during transportation, should be
kept to a minimum. For example, do not
allow food to stay in a hot car for too
long. Once food has started to
deteriorate, this process cannot be
reversed. As little as two hours outside
the refrigerator can cause food to start
deteriorating.

Storing food correctly

Food should generally be stored
covered or packaged. This will prevent
food smells from affecting other foods,
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 may be stored
loose in the vegetable containers.
Please be aware that not all types of
fruit and vegetables are suitable for
storing in the same container. Aromas
and flavours can transfer from one type
of food to another (e.g. carrots absorb
the smell and flavour of onions very
easily). Some food also gives off a
natural gas (ethylene) which speeds up
the rate at which other food perishes.

– Examples of fruit and vegetables

which produce a large amount of
this natural gas are:

Apples, apricots, pears, nectarines,
peaches, plums, avocado, figs,
blueberries, melons and beans.

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Using the refrigerator efficiently

Examples of fruit and vegetables

–

which react strongly to the natural
gases given off by other types of
fruit and vegetables are:

Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels
sprouts, mangos, honeydew melons,
apples, apricots, cucumbers,
tomatoes, pears, nectarines and
peaches.

Example: Broccoli should not be
stored with apples, as apples
produce a large amount of natural
gas to which broccoli is very
sensitive. The result is a shorter than
expected storage time for the
broccoli.

Unpacked meat and vegetables

Unpackaged meat and vegetables
should be stored separately. To avoid
any microbiological cross­contamination, these foods may only be
stored together if they are wrapped.

Meat

Meat should be stored unwrapped.
(Undo wrappings slightly to leave meat
loosely covered, and leave containers
open). This permits air to circulate
around the meat, allowing the surface
to dry slightly, which helps prevent the
growth of bacteria. To prevent the risk
of bacterial cross-contamination and
meat deteriorating, do not let one type
of meat come into direct contact with
another type.

Protein rich foods

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

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Moving the shelves

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

Raise the shelf, and pull it forwards

^

slightly until the notch at the side is in
line with the shelf support. It can then
be raised or lowered to the required
level.

The raised edge at the back must face
upwards to prevent food from touching
the back of the appliance and freezing
to it.

Stoppers prevent the shelves from
being dislodged by mistake.

Adjusting the interior fittings

fit the two brackets onto the supports

^

on either side at the required height,

and push the glass shelves in one

^

after the other.
The shelf with the raised edge must
be at the back.

Split shelf

In order to accommodate tall items in
the appliance, one of the shelves is
divided. The front section can be
pushed under the rear section.

^ Push the rear half of the glass shelf

up slightly from below.

^

At the same time, pull the front half of
the glass shelf forwards slightly and
then push it carefully under the rear
half.

To move the split shelf:

^

Take both halves of the split glass
shelf out,

Adjusting the door shelf/bottle
shelf

^ Push the door/bottle shelf upwards,

then remove it by pulling it forwards.

^ Replace the door/bottle shelf at the

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

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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".

Freezing fresh food

Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible. This way the nutritional
value of the food, its vitamin content,
appearance and taste are not impaired.

Food which takes a long time to freeze
will lose more water from its cells, which
then shrink.
During the defrosting process, only
some of this water is reabsorbed by the
cells; the rest collects around the food.

If food is frozen quickly, the cells have
less time to lose moisture, so they
shrink less. As there is not so much
moisture loss, it is easier for the food to
reabsorb it during the defrosting
process, and very little water collects
around the defrosted food.

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 cool box to transport it.

^ Store it in the freezer as soon as

possible.

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.

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Freezing and storing food

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, lettuce, 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 into
ice-cold water to cool quickly. Drain
and pack ready for freezing.

–

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.

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.

^

Unsuitable packing material

- wrapping paper

- grease-proof paper

- cellophane

- bin bags

- plastic carrier bags

Suitable packing material

- plastic freezer film

- freezer bags

- aluminium foil

- freezer containers

^

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.

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

–

Do not season fresh foods or
blanched vegetables before
freezing. Only season cooked food

^

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

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Freezing and storing food

Before placing food in the freezer

When freezing more than 2 kg of

^

fresh food, switch on the Super
freeze function for some time before
placing the food in the freezer (see
"Super freeze").
This also helps to prevent food that is
already in the freezer from starting to
defrost.

Placing food in the freezer

Food to be frozen can be placed
anywhere in the freezer.

Large quantities should be placed
directly on the glass cold plates to
freeze the food quickly. To do this first
take out one or more of the freezer
drawers.

Each drawer and the glass cold
plate can take a maximum of 25 kg.

^ Place the food flat in the bottom of

the drawers or on the glass cold
plates in the freezer so that it freezes
through to the core as quickly as
possible.

Freezing large items

If you wish to freeze large items such
as a turkey or game, the glass cold
plates between the drawers can be
removed. To do this:

Remove the freezer drawers and

^

carefully lift and slide out the glass
cold plate.

If required, all the drawers and glass
plates can be removed from the
appliance in order to utilise the entire
space.

^

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.

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Defrosting

Frozen food can be defrosted in
different ways:

in a microwave oven,

–

in an oven using the "Fan" or

–

"Defrost" setting,

at room temperature,

–

in the refrigerator (the cold given off

–

by the frozen food helps to keep the
other food cold),

in a steam oven.

–

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. Danger of
salmonella poisoning.

Ensure that meat and fish (e.g mince,
chicken, fish fillets) do not come into
contact with other foods while
defrosting. Catch the liquid and
dispose of it carefully.

Fruit should be defrosted at room
temperature in its packaging, 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 due to changes in the cell
structure.

Freezing and storing food

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.

Ice cubes

^ Fill the ice tray three quarters full with

water, and place it on the bottom of
one of the 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.

Cooling drinks

Do not store cans or bottles containing
carbonated drinks or liquids which
could freeze in the freezer. The cans or
bottles could explode.

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

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Defrosting

Refrigerator section

The refrigerator section defrosts
automatically.

Condensate and frost can build up on
the back wall of the refrigerator section
whilst it is in use. You do not need to
remove this, as it will defrost and
evaporate automatically with the
warmth generated by the appliance.

The condensate is drained away via a
channel and drain hole into an
evaporation system at the back of the
appliance.

Ensure that the condensate channel
and drain hole are kept clean and
are never blocked so that
condensate can flow away without
hindrance.

Freezer section

The freezer section does not defrost
automatically.

In normal use, ice and frost will form in
the freezer section, e.g. on the internal
walls. How much ice and frost
accumulates in the appliance will
depend on the following factors:

–

The appliance door has been
opened frequently or left open for a
while.

–

A large quantity of fresh food has
been placed in the freezer at once.

–

There has been an increase in the
humidity in the room.

Too thick a layer of ice will make it hard
to remove freezer drawers, and in
certain circumstances can prevent the

door from closing properly. Too thick a
layer of ice reduces efficiency and
increases energy consumption.

The freezer should be defrosted from

^

time to time. It must be defrosted if a
layer of ice approx. 0.5 cm thick has
accumulated.

The best time to defrost the freezer is
when:

there is very little food or no food left

–

in the freezer,

the humidity level in the room is low

–

and the ambient temperature in the
room is also low.

Do not scrape ice and frost off, and
do not not use any sharp edged or
pointed instruments to aid the
defrosting process.
They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.

Before defrosting

^

Switch on the Super freeze function
approx.1 day 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 section and place it in
another freezer or cool box, or wrap it
in several layers of newspaper or
cloths,

^

and store it in a cool place until the
freezer is ready for use again.

^

Take all freezer drawers out of the
freezer section.

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Defrosting

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 faster it
defrosts.

Do not use a steam-cleaning
appliance to aid the defrosting
process. Steam could reach the
electrical components and cause a
short circuit.

Never place electric heaters or
candles etc. inside the appliance to
defrost it. They will damage plastic
components.

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.

^

Switch the appliance off.

Use a sponge or towel to soak up the

^

defrosted water.

After defrosting

Clean the freezer section and then

^

dry it thoroughly.

Close the appliance door.

^

Insert the plug in the socket and

^

switch on at the mains. Then switch
the appliance back on.

Switch on the Super freeze function

^

so that the appliance can cool down
quickly. The indicator light will come
on.

^ Once the freezer section has

reached the required temperature,
place the food back in the freezer
drawers and put them back in the
freezer.

^ When the temperature in the freezer

section is a constant -18 °C or colder
press the Super freeze button to
switch the Super freeze function off.
The indicator light will go out.

^

Disconnect it 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.

^

Open the freezer section door.

To speed up defrosting, two bowls of
hot water (not boiling) with plates
underneath them can be placed inside
the appliance. Closing the door in this
instance will help retain the warmth and
speed up the defrosting process.

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Cleaning and care

A range of Miele branded cleaning
and conditioning products is
available to order from Miele or
www.miele-shop.com.

Make sure that water cannot get into
the temperature selector or into the
light.

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

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

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

To avoid damaging the surface of
your appliance, do not use:

–

cleaning agents containing soda,
ammonia, acids or chlorides,

–

cleaning agents containing
descaling agents,

–

abrasive cleaning agents, e.g.
powder cleaners and cream
cleaners,

–

solvent-based cleaning agents,

–

stainless steel cleaning agents,

glass cleaning agents,

–

hard, abrasive sponges and

–

brushes, e.g. pot scourers,

melamine eraser blocks,

–

sharp metal scrapers.

–

Before cleaning

Switch the appliance off.

^

Disconnect it from the mains.

^

Take any food out of the appliance

^

and store it in a cool place.

^ Defrost the freezer.

^ Take out any removable parts, e.g.

shelves, for cleaning.

Cleaning the interior and
accessories

^ Clean the appliance at least once a

month.

Remove soiling immediately to
prevent it from drying on.

Use lukewarm water with a little
washing-up liquid.

The following are dishwasher safe:

–

the butter dish, egg trays, ice cube
tray, freezer tray
(supplied as standard, depending on
model)

–

the shelves and bottle shelf in the door

–

the butter and cheese compartment

–

dishwasher cleaner,

–

oven sprays,

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The temperature of the dishwasher
programme must not exceed 55 °C.
Contact with some foodstuffs, such
as carrots, tomatoes or ketchup can
cause plastic items to discolour.
However, this discolouration will not
affect the stability of plastic items.

Clean the interior shelves and

^

drawers by hand. These are not
suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher.

Clean the condensate channel and

^

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

^ After cleaning, wipe the interior and

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

Ventilation gaps

Cleaning and care

After cleaning

Replace all shelves and accessories

^

in the refrigerator section.

Place food back in the refrigerator

^

section, close the appliance doors,
insert the plug in the socket and
switch the refrigerator section and
the freezer section on.

Switch on the Super freeze function

^

so that the freezer section can cool
down quickly. The indicator light will
come on.

Once 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 off Super freeze by pressing

the Super freeze button when the
temperature in the freezer is a
constant -18 °C or colder.
The indicator light will go out.

^

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

Door seals

Do not use any oils or grease 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.

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Problem solving guide

Repairs to electrical appliances
should only be carried out by a
suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with
current local and national safety
regulations. Repairs and other work
by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for
unauthorised work.
Ensure that current is not supplied to
the appliance until after
maintenance or repair work has
been carried out.

Some minor problems can be corrected
without contacting the Miele Service
Department.

What to do if...

. . . the appliance does not get cool.

^ Make sure that the temperature

selectors are 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 the mains fuse has not tripped. If
it has there could be a fault with the
household electrical wiring, the
fridge-freezer combination or another
electrical appliance. Contact a
qualified electrician or Miele.

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

Turn the temperature dials to a lower

^

setting.

The Super freeze function is still on

^

and the Super freeze indicator light is
on.
The Super freeze function switches
itself off automatically after approx.
65 hours.

Check that the doors have been

^

closed properly.

Has a large amount of fresh food

^

been frozen at the same time?
This makes the compressor run for
longer, causing the temperature in
the refrigerator section to fall
automatically.

. . . the door to the freezer section
will not open because it has been
opened and closed too many times in
succession.

^

This is not a fault. The suction caused
by opening and closing the door is
preventing the door from opening.
Wait a few minutes and then try
again. It should now open without
force.

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Problem solving guide

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

Check whether the ventilation gaps in

^

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

The doors have been opened too

^

frequently, or a large amount of fresh
food has been put in at once 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.

^ Is the room temperature lower than

the ambient temperature for which
the appliance is designed?

. . . 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 alarm sounds and the alarm
indicator light flashes.

The temperature in the freezer has risen
above the setting on the temperature
dial because

^ the door has been opened too

frequently, or large amounts of fresh
food have been put in at once for
freezing.

^ the temperature dial has been turned

to a higher setting and the appliance
has not yet had sufficient time to
reach the temperature set.

If so, raise the temperature of the
room.

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.

. . . food has frozen together.

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

^

the ventilation gaps are blocked.

Once the problem has been resolved
the alarm indicator light will go out and
the alarm will stop.

. . . the Super freeze indicator light
and the temperature display are both
flashing at the same time.

There is a fault. Call the Service
Department.

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Problem solving guide

. . . the Super freeze indicator light
does not light up, even though the
appliance is working.

The indicator light is defective. Call the
Service Department.

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

Has the refrigerator door been left open
for too long? The lighting switches itself
off automatically after approx. 15
minutes.

If it also does not come on when the
door is opened briefly, but the
temperature display is working, then
the lamp 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.

Change the lamp.

^

Lamp specification:
220 - 240 V, E 14 fitting
See the old lamp for the Wattage
required.

^ Screw the new lamp into the

connection. Make sure the safety
catch is correctly fitted a.

^ Replace the lamp cover, and click it

into place at the sides.

. . . the floor of the refrigerator is wet.

The drain hole is blocked.

^

Grasp the lamp cover at the top and
at the bottom (1), and pull it forwards
to remove (2).

^

Unscrew the lamp. This requires
some strength, as the safety catch
needs to be released.

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^ 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 doors while waiting for the
appliance to be serviced.

Noises

Normal noises What causes them

Brrrrr... Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can

Blubb, blubb.... A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating

Click.... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the

Sssrrrrr.... On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just

Creak ... Creaking sounds can be heard when material inside the

Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the
system is unavoidable.

get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on.

through the pipes.

motor on and off.

hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance.

appliance expands.

Noises that you can
easily rectify

Rattling, vibrating The appliance is uneven: Realign the appliance using a spirit

What causes them, and what can you do about
them

level, by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the
appliance.

The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of
furniture: Move it away.

Drawers, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking: Check

all removable items and refit them correctly.

Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against
each other? Separate them.

The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of
the appliance: Remove the clips.

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After Sales / Guarantee

In the event of a fault which you cannot
correct yourself, or if the appliance is
under guarantee, please contact:

your Miele Dealer

–

or

Miele

–

(see back cover for contact details).

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

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

N.B. A call-out charge will be applied
for service visits where the problem
could have been resolved as described
in these instructions.

Guarantee

For information on the appliance
guarantee specific to your country
please contact Miele. See back cover
for contact details.

In the U.K. your appliance is
guaranteed for 2 years from the date of
purchase. However, you must activate
your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or
registering online at www.miele.co.uk.

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Electrical connection

Electrical connection U.K.

All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with current
local and national safety regulations
(BS 7671 in the UK).

The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable and moulded plug ready for
connection to an a.c. single phase
220-240 V 50 Hz supply.

Please ensure that the connection data
quoted on the data plate match the
household mains supply.

Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily
accessible. For extra safety it is
advisable to protect the appliance with
a suitable residual current device
(RCD).

Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by an extension
lead. Extension leads do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance
(e.g. danger of overheating).

Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363)

The fuse cover must be re-fitted when
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
is lost, the plug must not be used until a
suitable replacement is obtained. The
colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
of the plug, or the colour that is
embossed in words in the base of the
plug (as applicable to the design of the
plug fitted).

Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS 1362 and have the
correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
your local electrical supplier.

WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED

This appliance must not be connected
to the inverter of an autonomous power
supply, e.g. a solar power system.
When switching the appliance on, a
surge in power could trigger the safety
cut-out mechanism. This could damage
the electronic unit.

The appliance must not be used with
so-called energy saving devices. These
reduce the energy supply to the
appliance which could then become
too warm. Using such devices could
alter the specification of the product.

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Installation

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

Location

This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room. It should not
be installed where it is exposed to
direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a
heat-producing appliance such as an
oven or a radiator. The room
temperature should not go above or
below the climate range for which the
appliance is designed. The higher the
ambient temperature of the room, the
more energy the appliance requires to
operate.

Important: tropical / humid
environments

During periods of high humidity,
some condensation may appear on
outside surfaces of cooling
appliances. This condensation will
disappear when humidity levels
drop. For prevention, it is advisable
to install the appliance with sufficient
ventilation in a dry and/or an
air-conditioned room.
Please ensure that doors are closing
and sealing properly.
Please ensure that the appliance is
installed in accordance with these
installation instructions and that the
handle is fitted correctly. Should you
require further assistance please
contact your Miele customer service
centre.

Climate range

This appliance is designed for use
within certain climate ranges (ambient
temperatures), and should not be used
outside this range. The climate range of
the appliance is stated on the data
plate inside the appliance.

Climate range Ambient room

SN

N

ST

T

temperature

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

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

Ventilation

Air at the back of the appliance gets
warm. The appliance housing unit must
be constructed to allow sufficient space
for ventilation.

The air inlet to the appliance is via the
plinth in the housing unit.
A ventilation gap of at least 38 mm
depth must be allowed for behind the
appliance for air to circulate.
The cross-sectional area for ventilation
in the plinth and the housing unit and
also beneath the ceiling needs to be at
least 200 cm
warm air can be drawn through
unhindered. Otherwise the appliance
has to work harder, resulting in an
increase in electricity consumption.

2

throughout to ensure that

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The ventilation gaps must not be
covered or blocked in any way.
They should be dusted on a regular
basis.

Before installing the appliance

Before installation remove the cover

^

strip, sealing strip and other
accessories from inside the
appliance and from the external rear
wall of the appliance.

^ Do not remove the spacers from the

back of the appliance. These ensure
the gap required between the back
of the appliance and the wall is
maintained.

Installation

^

Remove any cable clips from the
back of the appliance.

^

Check that all parts at the back of the
appliance are unhindered. Carefully
remove any hindrance.

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Building-in dimensions

Freezer section height Niche height

AB

KF 9712 iD 523 1772 - 1788

KF 9713 iD 669 1772 - 1788

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Changing the door hinging

Before building the appliance in, you
will need to decide on which side the
doors are to be hinged. If left hand door
hinging is required, follow the
instructions below.

To change the door hinging, you will
need various sizes of Torx

screwdrivers and a slotted
screwdriver.

Open both appliance doors.

^

Take care when doing so that the
bottom door does not drop forwards.

Then lift the bottom door upwards

^

and off.

Unscrew upper hinge plate g, and

^

replace it on the opposite side using
the same screws.

Unscrew the middle hinge plate h,

^

and replace it turned through 180° on
the opposite side using the same
screws.

Remove lower hinge pin i together

^

with washer j, and replace these on
the opposite side.

^ Replace the bottom door on lower

hinge pin i. Remember to use
washer j.

^ Refit middle hinge pin f in hinge

plate h, and then tighten the screws.

^ Refit the top door on middle hinge

pin f.

^

Pull off covers a, b and c and caps
d.

^

Unscrew hinge pin e from the top
appliance door.

^

Tilt the top door, and lift it up and off.

^

Then remove hinge pin f from the
middle of the appliance.

^

Insert upper hinge pin e into the
outer hole in hinge plate g, and
tighten the screws.

^

Replace covers a, b and c on the
opposite side, turning them by 180 °.

^

Refit cover caps d on the opposite
side.

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Building in the appliance

All building-in 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.

Building into a peninsular run

When built into a peninsular run, the
rear of the building in niche must be
fitted with a kitchen furniture panel.

Aligning the housing unit

Preparing the appliance

Slide cover strip a into the holder as

^

shown, with the bumps facing
downwards. The bumps will fit into
keyhole slots b. The cover strip is
then flush with the side of the
appliance on which the door is
opened c.

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

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Building in the appliance

Building in the appliance

^ Attach sealing strip a to the door

opening side so that it sits flush at the
front with the side of the appliance. If
necessary the sealing strip can be
trimmed to size along the lower edge
of bracket b.

Push in the appliance until the front

^

edges of bracket b and hinge plates
f and g are flush with the front

edge of the housing.

Align the appliance height from

^

above on both sides using adjusting
screw h.

Carefully unscrew adjusting screw i

^

in the middle of hinge plate j until it
touches the side wall of the furniture
housing unit.

^

Remove covers c and d.

^

Secure bracket b with screws e
(4.8 x 16 mm).

^

Push the appliance into the
building-in niche, leaving a gap of
approx. 4 mm.
Take care not to trap the mains
cable.

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Building in the appliance

Securing the appliance and
fitting the furniture door

^

Push the appliance against the
housing wall on the side on which the
door opens so that the sealing strip is
pressed into the housing wall k.

^

Secure the appliance at the top with
screw l (4 x 19 mm) into bracket b,
pushing the appliance against the
furniture wall as you do so.

^

Then secure the appliance in the
middle by fitting screw m through the
adjusting screw.

Tighten all the screws.

^

If necessary, align cover strip o by

^

pushing it parallel to the top of the
unit - it should not protrude.

Fold in the side section of bracket b.

^

Replace covers c and d.

^

Cap the holes with stoppers p and

^

q.

Secure door fixings r to the

^

appliance doors with screws s
(3.9 x 9.5 mm), to suit the position of
the handles.

With divided doors, several door fixings
may be required.

^ Open the doors right out, and push

fixing guides t into door fixings r.

^ Position the furniture door onto the

appliance door, and secure fixing
guides t to the furniture door using
screws u (4 x 14 mm). Maintain a
distance d (= the thickness of the
housing unit walls) between the edge
of the appliance door and outer edge
of the furniture door.

^

Align the door fixing so that the
furniture door on the side with the
handle does not lie against the
housing unit wall when the door is
shut. A minimum distance of 1 mm
must be maintained.

^

Then secure the appliance at the
bottom by fitting screws n
(4 x 36 mm) through the adjusting
screws in the hinge plates.

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