Miele KS 37422 iD Operating instructions

Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator
To prevent 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.
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Contents
Switching off the appliance in Sabbath mode ................................................. 19
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Contents
Moving the adjustable shelf / adjustable shelf with lighting............................. 35
Location............................................................................................................ 57
Ventilation......................................................................................................... 58
Furniture door................................................................................................... 60
Before installing the appliance ......................................................................... 61
Fitting a furniture door...................................................................................... 76
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Warning and Safety instructions

This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety requirements. However, inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and damage to property.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully before using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They contain important information on safety, installation, use and maintenance of the appliance. This is to protect yourself from injury and from damaging your appliance.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in “Installation”, as well as in the “Warning and Safety instructions”.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non­compliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.

Correct application

This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar
environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/ shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts.
This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use.
This appliance is intended for domestic use only for the cooling
and storing of food and drinks. Any other usage is not permitted.
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Warning and Safety instructions
This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool
medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such purposes may cause deterioration of the items stored. The appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision and instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety. They may only use the appliance unsupervised if its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely and are able to understand and recognise the possible dangers caused by incorrect operation.

Safety with children

Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.
Cleaning work may only be carried out by older children under the
supervision of an adult.
Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves in
packing material (e.g. foil) or pull it over their head with the risk of suffocation. Keep packaging material away from children.
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Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. The
refrigeration appliance complies with all current local and national safety requirements.
This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is flammable, it does not damage the ozone layer and has a lower greenhouse effect than some other refrigerants. The use of this coolant, however, leads 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. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does not affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance. When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Leaking refrigerant can damage the eyes. In the event of any damage:
– avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark – disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity
supply
– ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several
minutes, and
– call Miele.
The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room should be in which it is installed. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is a danger of combustible gases building up. For every 11 g of coolant at least 1m3 of room space is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on a data plate inside the appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions
To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the
connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data plate corresponds to the household supply. Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installation tested by a qualified electrician.
Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured
if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a
Miele approved service technician in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains
connection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not operate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to moisture (e.g in a garage or laundry).
This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it has
been fully installed.
During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply. It is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
– the mains circuit breaker has been switched off, or
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Warning and Safety instructions
– the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is
applicable), or
– it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn from
the socket. Do not pull the mains connection cable but the mains plug to disconnect your appliance from the mains electricity supply.
Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. Maintenance work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.
The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired by a Miele authorised technician.
Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare
parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings clean at all times. Any damage caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the warranty.

Correct use

The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range
(ambient temperatures) and should not be used outside this range. The climate range 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, with the result that it cannot maintain the required temperature.
To ensure proper air flow in and out of the appliance, the
ventilation gaps in the appliance and built-in structure must not be covered or blocked in any way. This would also increase the energy consumption and could cause damage to the appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions
If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or
the appliance door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic. Make sure that no fat or oil leaks onto the plastic parts of the appliance.
Risk of fire and explosion! Do not store any explosive materials or
products containing flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans) in the refrigeration appliance. Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of gases to ignite.
Danger of explosion! Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.
an electric ice cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion.
Food stored for too long may present a risk of food poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness and quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it is stored. Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and use-by dates.
Use only genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts or
accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.

Cleaning and care

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 use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or pointed objects to
– remove frost and ice, or accelerate the defrosting process, – separate frozen foods and remove ice trays.
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Warning and Safety instructions
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.

Transport

To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
Risk of injury and damage! The appliance is very heavy and must
be transported by two people.

Disposal of your old appliance

If your old appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This way you will
prevent the risk of playing children accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives.
Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to
damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the refrigerant channels in the condenser, – bending any pipework, or – scratching the surface coating.

Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)

This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal operation.
The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it
penetrates the airways.
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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.
Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces the amount of waste in landfill sites. 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!

Disposing of your old appliance

Electronic and electrical appliances contain many valuable materials. They also contain certain materials, compounds and components which were essential for their correct functioning and safety. These could be hazardous to human health and to the environment if disposed of with general waste or if handled incorrectly. Please do not, therefore, dispose of your old appliance with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection/recycling centre for electrical and electronic appliances, or contact Miele. You are also responsible for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of.
Take care not to damage the pipework at the back of the appliance before or during transportation to an authorised collection depot. This is to ensure that refrigerant in the pipework and oil in the compressor are contained and will not leak out into the environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance presents no danger to children while being stored awaiting disposal. See “Warning and Safety instructions” for more information.
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Saving energy

Installation/ Maintenance
Temperature settings
Normal energy consumption
In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated
Protected from direct sunlight.
Not situated near a heat source (radiator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20°C.
Ventilation gaps kept uncovered and free of dust.
Refrigerator 4 to 5°C The lower the temperature in
Increased energy consumption
room.
In direct sunlight.
Situated near a heat source (radiator, oven).
Where there is a high room temperature.
Where the ventilation gaps are covered or dusty.
the appliance, the higher the energy consumption.
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Saving energy
Normal energy consumption
Use The drawers and shelves are
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.
Take a cooler bag when shopping and load food in the appliance as quickly as possible on your return home. Replace any food removed as quickly as possible, before it warms up too much. Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the appliance.
Increased energy consumption
Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness. The appliance will try to cool down, and the compressor will run for longer periods.
Hot food or food at room temperature raises the temperature inside the appliance. The appliance will try to cool down and the compressor will run for longer periods.
Store food well packaged or covered.
Place frozen food in the refrigerator to defrost.
Do not overfill the appliance to allow air to circulate.
The evaporation or condensation of liquids in the refrigerator will cause a loss of coldness.
Poor air circulation will cause a loss of coldness.
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Guide to the appliance

Control panel

a
On/Off sensor
for the entire appliance
b
Optical interface
(for service technicians only)
c
On/Off sensor for the DynaCool
function (automatic temperature
adjustment)
d
On/Off sensor for the SuperCool
function
e
For setting the temperature ( colder), Selection sensor in settings mode
f
For confirming a selection (OK sensor)
g
For setting the temperature ( warmer), Selection sensor in settings mode
h
For selecting and deselecting settings mode
i
For switching the door alarm off
j
Display with temperature display and symbols (symbols are only visible in settings mode if an alarm is sounding, or if a message appears; for an explanation of the symbols see the following chart)
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Guide to the appliance

Explanation of symbols

Symbol Meaning Function
Safety lock Secures against unintended switching off of
the appliance, unintended temperature adjustment, unintended switching on of SuperCool and DynaCool, and unintended entry of settings
Audible tones Selection options for the keypad tone and
the door alarm tone
Miele@home Only visible when the Miele@home
communication module or communication stick is fitted and signed on (in countries where this is applicable)
Display brightness Setting the brightness of the display
Charcoal filter
replacement indicator (Active AirClean)
Sabbath mode Switching Sabbath mode on and off
Electrical connection Confirms that the appliance is connected to
Alarm Lights up when the door alarm is activated;
Demo mode
(only visible when Demo mode is active)
This function must be activated after fitting a charcoal filter; it lights up to remind you to replace it
the electricity supply when it is not switched on
flashes with fault messages
Switching off Demo mode
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Guide to the appliance
a
Control panel
b
Fan
c
Adjustable shelf with lighting (FlexiLight)
d
Egg tray / door shelf
e
Adjustable shelf
f
Bottle rack (depending on model)
g
Bottle shelf
h
Condensate channel and drain hole
i
Interior lighting Fruit and vegetable drawer (depending on model)
j
Fruit and vegetable drawer (depending on model)
Picture shows an example of an appliance model.
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Guide to the appliance

Optional accessories

A range of useful Miele accessories and care products is available for your appliance.

Miele all purpose microfibre cloth

Light soiling and fingerprints on stainless steel fronts, control panels and furniture can be easily removed with this microfibre cloth.

Bottle rack

Bottles can be stored horizontally in the refrigerator section using the bottle rack to save space. The bottle rack can be placed in different positions in the refrigerator section.

KKF-FF Active AirClean charcoal filter with holder

The charcoal filter neutralizes unpleasant odours in the refrigerator section for improved air quality.
The charcoal filter holder clips onto the protective strip at the back of the shelf and can be moved as necessary.
Now activate the filter reminder in settings mode (see “Further settings ­Charcoal filter replacement indicator”).
KKF-RF ActiveAirClean replacement filters
Replacement filters to fit the Active AirClean holder are available. We recommend replacing the charcoal filters every 6months.
Accessories are available from Miele directly (see back cover for contact details).
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Switching on and off

Before using for the first time

Packaging material

Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.

Protective foil

The stainless steel trims and stainless steel panels in the appliance have a layer of protective foil to prevent scratching during transportation.
Remove this protective foil after the
appliance has been installed.

Cleaning and care

Please refer to the relevant instructions in “Cleaning and care”.
Useful tip: We recommend treating stainless steel surfaces with the Miele Care product for stainless steel immediately after removing the protective foil (see “Guide to the appliance - Optional accessories”).

Accessories

- Bottle holder

The fins of the bottle holder jut out into the bottle shelf and make bottles more secure when opening and closing the appliance door.
Attach the bottle holder to the middle
of the rear edge of the bottle shelf.
Important: Each time the Miele Care product for stainless steel is used, it applies a protective film that is stain and water resistant.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.
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Switching on and off

Operating the appliance

A light touch of the finger on the sensors is all that is required to operate this appliance.
Each touch of a sensor is confirmed with a keypad tone. The keypad tone can be switched off if you wish (see “Further settings - Audible tones”).

Switching on

When the appliance is connected to the electricity supply, the mains connection symbol  will appear in the display after a short while.
Touch the On/Off sensor. The mains connection symbol goes
out and the temperature appears in the display.
The appliance begins to cool.
When the refrigerator door is opened, the interior lighting comes on and the LED lighting on the adjustable shelves becomes brighter until it reaches its maximum brightness.

Switching off

Touch the On/Off sensor.
If this does not work, the safety lock is activated.
The temperature display disappears and the mains connection symbol lights up.
The interior lighting goes out and the cooling is switched off.

Switching off the appliance in Sabbath mode

The appliance can be switched off directly at any time.
Touch the On/Off sensor.
The temperature display disappears and the mains connection symbol lights up.
The interior lighting goes out and the cooling is switched off.
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.
When the appliance is switched back on again, Sabbath mode is deactivated.
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Switching on and off

Switching off for longer periods of time

If, during a long absence, the appliance is switched off but not cleaned and the door(s) left shut, there is a risk of mould forming inside the appliance.
It is essential to clean the appliance.
If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time, observe the following:
Switch the appliance off.Disconnect the appliance from the
mains. Switch off at the wall and withdraw the plug from the socket, or switch off the mains circuit breaker.
Clean the appliance and leave the
door ajar to air the appliance and avoid odours building up inside.
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The correct temperature

It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance. Bacteria will cause food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly. Temperature influences the growth rate of these microorganisms. Reducing the temperature reduces their growth rate.
The temperature in the appliance will rise:
– The more often the door is opened
and the longer it is kept open.
– The more food is stored in it.
– The warmer the food is which is
being put into it.
– The higher the ambient temperature
of the refrigeration appliance. The appliance is designed for use within specific ambient temperatures (climate range). Do not use it in ambient temperatures for which it is not designed.

... in the refrigerator section

We recommend a temperature of 4°C in the refrigerator section.
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The correct temperature

Temperature display

In normal operation the temperature display shows the current mean refrigerator temperature.
Depending on the room temperature and the temperature setting, it can take several hours until the selected temperature is reached and displayed steadily.

Setting the temperature

Use the two sensors underneath the
display to set the temperature.
By touching the sensor
– the temperature decreases,
Approximately 5 seconds after the last time a sensor has been touched, the display automatically reverts to showing the current temperature inside the refrigerator.
Or
Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
If you have adjusted the temperature,
wait for approx. 6hours if the appliance is not very full and for approx. 24hours if the appliance is full before checking the temperature
display. It will take this long for an accurate reading to be given.
If, after this time, the temperature is
still too high or too low, adjust it again.

Temperature range

The temperature can be adjusted between 1°C and 9°C.
– the temperature increases.
While the temperature is being set, the temperature value will flash.
When you tap the sensors, the following information appears in the display:
– When first tapped: The last preset
temperature flashes.
– Each subsequent touch of the
sensor: The temperature is adjusted in 1°C steps.
– Leaving the finger on the sensor
changes the temperature continuously.
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Using SuperCool and DynaCool

SuperCool

The Super cool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator section to its lowest setting (depending on the room temperature).

Switching on SuperCool

SuperCool is particularly recommended for the rapid chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drinks.
Touch the SuperCool sensor so that it
is highlighted in yellow.
The appliance will work at full power to lower the temperature in the refrigerator section.

Switching off SuperCool

The SuperCool function switches off automatically after approx. 12 hours. The appliance will then run at normal power again.
To save energy, you can manually switch off the SuperCool function once food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
Touch the SuperCool sensor so that it
is no longer highlighted in yellow.
The appliance will operate at normal power again.
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Using SuperCool and DynaCool

DynaCool

When the dynamic cooling function (DynaCool) is not switched on, the natural circulation of air will cause different temperature zones in the refrigerator as the cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest section. Make use of the different temperature zones when placing food in the refrigerator (see “Using the refrigerator efficiently”). However, if you are placing a large amount of food in the refrigerator (e.g. for a party), it is a good idea to switch on DynaCool. This will distribute the temperature in the appliance to all areas more evenly so that all the food is chilled to about the same degree. The temperature can be set as usual with the temperature control.
DynaCool should also be switched on when:
– the ambient temperature in the room
is high, i.e. above 30°C, and
– when humidity levels are high (e.g. in
summer).

Switching on DynaCool

Touch the DynaCool sensor so that it
is highlighted in yellow.
The fan is now ready for operation: When the compressor switches on, the fan will also switch on automatically.

Switching off DynaCool

As the energy consumption is increased when DynaCool is activated, it should be switched off under normal conditions.
Touch the DynaCool sensor so that it
is no longer highlighted in yellow.
To save energy, the fan switches off automatically when the door is open.
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Door alarm

The appliance is fitted with a warning system to avoid increased energy consumption and food becoming warm if the door is left open.
An alarm will sound if the door is left open for too long. The alarm symbol will light up.
The time until the door alarm is triggered depends on the selected setting and can be either 2minutes (factory default) or 4minutes. The door alarm can also be switched off (see “Further settings - Audible tones”).
As soon as the door is closed, the audible tone will stop and the alarm symbol will disappear from the display.
If no audible tone sounds even though a door alarm is available, then the audible tone has been switched off in settings mode (see “Further settings ­Audible tones”).

Switching the door alarm off early

If the noise of the alarm disturbs you, you can switch the alarm off early if you wish.
Touch the alarm off sensor.
The audible tone stops. The alarm symbol remains illuminated until the door is closed.
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Further settings

Certain settings on the appliance can only be selected in settings mode.
When in settings mode, the door alarm and other fault messages are automatically deactivated although the alarm symbol appears in the display.

Settings options

Switching the safety lock on/off
Switching audible tones on/off
Changing the display brightness
Switching Sabbath mode on/off
Activating the charcoal filter
replacement indicator or resetting the counter
All other settings options are described below.

Safety lock

The safety lock can be activated to secure against unintentional:
– switching off,
– temperature adjustments,
– selection of the DynaCool and
SuperCool functions,
– adjustment of settings (only switching
off the safety lock is possible).
The safety lock prevents the appliance being used without your knowledge, for example by children.

Switching the safety lock on/off

Touch the settings sensor.
All selectable symbols appear in the display and the flashes.
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Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The last selected setting flashes in the display and the symbol lights up.
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