Operating and installation instructions Fridge-freezer...Fridge-freezer To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before

Operating and installation instructionsFridge-freezer

To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it isessential to read these instructions before it is installed and used forthe first time.

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Contents

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Warning and Safety instructions .......................................................................... 5

Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 13

How to save energy............................................................................................. 14

Guide to the appliance ........................................................................................ 16Control panel ......................................................................................................... 17

Accessories ......................................................................................................... 18Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 18Optional accessories............................................................................................. 18

Before using for the first time ............................................................................ 20Before using for the first time................................................................................ 20

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................ 20

Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 21Operating the appliance ........................................................................................ 21Switching on.......................................................................................................... 21Switching off.......................................................................................................... 21

To switch the PerfectFresh zone off separately................................................ 22To switch the PerfectFresh zone back on ........................................................ 22

Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................ 22

The correct temperature..................................................................................... 23. . . in the PerfectFresh zone.................................................................................. 23

Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone ........................................ 23. . . in the freezer section ....................................................................................... 24

Setting the temperature in the freezer section ................................................. 24Temperature range ........................................................................................... 25

Temperature display .............................................................................................. 25

Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze.................................................................... 26SuperCool ............................................................................................................. 26SuperFreeze .......................................................................................................... 26

Temperature and door alarm.............................................................................. 28Temperature alarm................................................................................................. 28Door alarm............................................................................................................. 29

Further settings ................................................................................................... 30Settings overview .................................................................................................. 30Switching the keypad tone on/off ......................................................................... 30Confirming replacement of charcoal filters ........................................................... 31Switching the safety lock on/off ............................................................................ 31

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Changing the temperature display brightness ...................................................... 32Setting the water intake time for the ice cube maker............................................ 32

Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone............................................................... 33Food which is not suitable for storage in the PerfectFresh zone........................... 33What to be aware of when shopping for food....................................................... 33Dry compartment .................................................................................................. 35Humidity controlled compartment , ................................................................ 35Storage results for food stored in the PerfectFresh zone...................................... 36

Adjusting the interior fittings.............................................................................. 37Moving the adjustable shelves .............................................................................. 37Moving split shelves .............................................................................................. 37Removing the PerfectFresh zone drawers............................................................. 37Moving the charcoal filters .................................................................................... 38

Freezing and storing food................................................................................... 39Freezing fresh food................................................................................................ 39Storing frozen food................................................................................................ 39Home freezing ....................................................................................................... 40Adjusting the interior fittings.................................................................................. 43Using accessories ................................................................................................. 43

Making ice cubes ................................................................................................ 44Ice cube maker with integrated ice cube tray ....................................................... 44Switching the ice cube maker on/off..................................................................... 45Making a large quantity of ice cubes .................................................................... 45Changing the size of the ice cubes ....................................................................... 45

Defrosting............................................................................................................. 46

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 47Cleaning agents..................................................................................................... 47Preparing the appliance for cleaning..................................................................... 48Cleaning the interior and accessories ................................................................... 48Cleaning the front of the appliance and the side panels....................................... 49

Side panels....................................................................................................... 50Cleaning the ice cube tray..................................................................................... 50Cleaning the air vents............................................................................................ 51Cleaning the door seals......................................................................................... 51Cleaning the compressor and metal grille at the back of the appliance............... 52Replacing the charcoal filters ................................................................................ 52Starting up the appliance after cleaning ............................................................... 53

Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 54

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Noises................................................................................................................... 63

After sales service ............................................................................................... 64Contact in case of fault ......................................................................................... 64Warranty ................................................................................................................ 64

Water connection ................................................................................................ 65Information about the water supply ...................................................................... 65Connecting the water supply ................................................................................ 66

Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 67

Installation............................................................................................................ 68Climate range ........................................................................................................ 69Ventilation.............................................................................................................. 69Fitting the supplied wall spacers........................................................................... 69Installation ............................................................................................................. 70

Aligning the appliance ...................................................................................... 70Installing the appliance in existing kitchen units ................................................... 72Appliance dimensions ........................................................................................... 73

Installation in a side by side combination......................................................... 74Aligning the appliance doors................................................................................. 81

Changing the door hinging ................................................................................. 82

Aligning the appliance doors.............................................................................. 93

Warning and Safety instructions

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This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements.Please note that inappropriate use can lead to personal injury anddamage to property.

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

Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with theseinstructions.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new usersare familiar with the contents. Pass them on to any future owner.

Correct application

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

This appliance is intended for cooling and storing food and drinksas well as for storing deep-frozen food, freezing fresh food and formaking ice.Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could bedangerous.

This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping coolmedicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other suchmaterials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for suchpurposes can cause deterioration of the items stored. The applianceis not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper orincorrect use of the appliance.


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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (includingchildren) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, orlack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been givensupervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsiblefor their safety, and are able to recognise the dangers of misuse.

Safety with children

Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.

Older children may only use the appliance when its operation hasbeen 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 thesupervision of an adult.

Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and donot let them play with it.

Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves inpacking material (e.g. foil) or pull it over their head with the risk ofsuffocation. Keep packaging material away from children.


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Technical safety

The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. This appliancecomplies with all current local and national safety requirements.

This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a naturalgas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is flammable, itdoes not damage the ozone layer and has a lower greenhouse effectthan some other refrigerants.The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in thenoise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of thecompressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing aroundthe system. This is unavoidable and does not have any adverseeffect on the performance of the appliance.Care must be taken during the transportation and setting up of theappliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leakingrefrigerant can damage the eyes.In the event of any damage:

– avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark,

– disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply,

– ventilate the room where the appliance is located for severalminutes, and

– call Miele.

The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the largerthe 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 combustiblegases building up. For every 11 g of coolant at least 1 m3 of roomspace is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is statedon a data plate inside the appliance.

To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that theconnection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the dataplate corresponds to the household supply. Check that this is thecase before connecting the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.


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The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteedwhen correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safetyrequirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electricalinstallation tested by a qualified electrician.

Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assuredif it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.

If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by aMiele approved service technicianin order to avoid a hazard.

Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by amulti-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee therequired safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mainsconnection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do notoperate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed tomoisture (e.g in a garage or laundry).

This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobileinstallations (e.g. on a ship).

Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Checkthe appliance for visible signs of damage.

The appliance must be disconnected from the power supplyduring installation, maintenance and repair work, and duringinstallation work on the mains water connection. It is only completelyisolated from the power supply when:

– the mains circuit breaker is switched off, or

– the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this isapplicable), or

– the mains cable has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not thecable when disconnecting it from the power supply.


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Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs, or a faultymains water connection can result in considerable danger for theuser.Installation, maintenance and repairs, installation work on the mainswater connection, and all repairs on the ice/water outlet must onlybe carried out by a Miele authorised technician.

The ice cube maker must only be connected to a cold watersupply.

The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance isnot repaired by a Miele approved service technician.

Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spareparts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of theappliance when Miele replacement parts are used.

Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty waterconnection.

In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches orother vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance andits surroundings clean at all times. Any damage caused bycockroaches 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 plateinside the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambienttemperature, e.g. a garage, will lead to the appliance switching offfor longer periods, with the result that it cannot maintain the requiredtemperature.

To ensure proper air flow in and out of the appliance, theventilation gaps in the appliance and built-in structure must not becovered or blocked in any way. This would also increase the energyconsumption and could cause damage to the appliance.


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

Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any productscontaining propellants (e.g. spray cans). Flammable gas mixturescan be ignited by electrical components. Danger of fire and explosion!

Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice creammaker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion!

Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks orliquids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles couldexplode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.

When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles arenot left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst,causing injury or damage.

Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the appliance withwet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food or to the metal.Danger of frost burn!

Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never placeice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from the freezer. Thevery low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost burnto the lips and tongue. Danger of injury!

Do not refreeze thawed or partially thawed food. Defrosted foodshould be used up as quickly as possible, as food soon loses itsnutritional value and goes off. Defrosted food may only be re-frozenafter it has been cooked.


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Food stored for too long may present a risk of food poisoning.Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshnessand quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it isstored. Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer'spackaging regarding storage conditions and use-by dates.

Use only genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts oraccessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will beinvalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.

Stainless steel appliances

The coated stainless steel surface can be damaged by adhesivesand will lose its dirt-repelling properties. Do not adhere sticky notes,transparent tape, masking tape or other adhesives onto the stainlesssteel surface.

The surface is susceptible to scratching. Even magnets can causescratches.

Cleaning and care

Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these willcause 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 shortcircuit.

Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator,causing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharpedged or pointed objects to

– remove frost and ice, or accelerate the defrosting process,

– separate frozen foods and remove ice trays.

Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrostit. These can damage the plastic parts.


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Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they might containsubstances which could damage the plastic parts or which couldcause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

Transporting the appliance

To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright andin its packaging.

Danger of injury and damage. The appliance is very heavy andmust be transported by two people.

Disposal of your old appliance

Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch orlock unusable.This way you will prevent children from accidentally lockingthemselves in and endangering their lives.

Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not todamage 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. In normal operation there is no risk.

The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if itpenetrates the airways.

Caring for the environment

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Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly fordisposal, and can normally be recycled.

Recycling the packaging reduces theuse of raw materials in themanufacturing process and alsoreduces the amount of waste in landfillsites. Ensure that any plasticwrappings, bags etc. are disposed ofsafely and kept out of the reach ofbabies and young children. Danger ofsuffocation!

Disposing of your oldapplianceElectrical and electronic appliancesoften contain valuable materials. Theyalso contain specific materials,compounds and components, whichwere essential for their correct functionand safety. These could be hazardousto human health and to the environmentif disposed of with your domestic wasteor if handled incorrectly. Please do not,therefore, dispose of your old appliancewith your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your localcommunity waste collection / recyclingcentre for electrical and electronicappliances, or contact Miele. You arealso responsible for deleting anypersonal data that may be stored on theappliance being disposed of.

Take care not to damage the pipeworkat the back of the appliance before orduring transportation to an authorisedcollection depot.In this way, refrigerant in the pipeworkand oil in the compressor will becontained, and will not leak out into theenvironment.

Please ensure that your old appliancepresents no danger to children whilebeing stored awaiting disposal. See"Warning and Safety instructions" formore information.

How to save energy

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Normal energyconsumption

Increased energyconsumption

Installation/Maintenance

In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilatedroom.

Protected from directsunlight.

In direct sunlight.

Not situated near a heatsource (radiator, oven).

Situated near a heat source(radiator, oven).

Where the ideal ambientroom temperature is approx.20 °C.

Where the ambient roomtemperature is above 25 °C.

Where the ventilation gapsare not covered and keptfree of dust.

Where the ventilation gapsare covered or dusty.

Dust the compressor andmetal grille (heat exchanger)at the back of the applianceat least once a year.

Dust build-up on thecompressor and metal grille(heat exchanger).

Temperaturesettings

PerfectFresh zone just above0 °C

The lower the temperatureset for the appliance, thehigher the energyconsumption.

Freezer section -18 °C

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Normal energyconsumption

Increased energyconsumption

Operation Drawers and shelvesarranged as they were whenthe appliance was delivered.

Only open the door whennecessary and for as short atime as possible. Store foodin an organised way.

Frequent opening of thedoor for long periods willcause a loss of coldness.The appliance works harderto cool down and thecompressor runs for longerperiods.

Take an insulated bag whenshopping and load food inthe appliance as soon aspossible.Replace any food removedas quickly as possible,before it begins to thaw.Allow hot food and drinks tocool down before placingthem in the appliance.

Hot food or food at roomtemperature raises thetemperature inside theappliance. The applianceworks harder to cool downand the compressor runs forlonger periods.

Store food covered orpackaged.

The evaporation orcondensation of liquids willcause a loss of coldness inthe refrigerator.

Place frozen food in therefrigerator to defrost.

Do not overfill the applianceto allow air to circulate.

Poor air circulation willcause a loss of coldness.

Guide to the appliance

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PerfectFresh zone - drycompartment

a Bottle rack

b Adjustable shelf

c Holder with active charcoal filter (Active AirClean)

PerfectFresh zone - humidity controlled compartments

d Regulator for setting the moisture level in the humiditycontrolled compartments

e Humidity controlled compartments -PerfectFresh zone

f Condensate channel and drain hole

Freezer section

g Ice cube drawer with automatic ice cube maker

h Freezer drawers with freezer calendar

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Control panel

a On/Off sensor for the whole appliance and for switching the PerfectFresh zoneon and off separately

b On/Off Sensor for the SuperCooland SuperFreeze functions

c Sensor for setting the temperature( colder)

d Safety lock indicator (only visible when the safety lock isswitched on)

e Temperature displayfor the PerfectFresh zone and thefreezer section

f Sensor for switching between thePerfectFresh zone and the freezersection( PerfectFresh zone; freezer section)

g Sensor for setting the temperature ( warmer)

h Sensor for switching the temperatureand door alarms off (only visible when an alarm issounding)

i Change charcoal filters indicator (only visible when it lights up toremind you that the charcoal filtersneed replacing [Active AirClean])

Accessories

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Accessories supplied

KKF-FF (Active AirClean) charcoalfilter with holder

The charcoal filter neutralisesunpleasant odours in the refrigeratorsection for improved air quality.

Bottle rack

Bottles can be stored horizontally in therefrigerator section using the bottle rackto save space.The bottle rack can be placed indifferent positions in the refrigeratorsection.

Cool pack

The cool pack prevents the temperaturein the freezer section from rising tooquickly in the event of a power cut. Thishelps to prolong the storage life.

The cool pack will be at its mosteffective after it has been in the freezerfor approx. 24 hours.

Optional accessoriesA range of useful Miele accessories andcare products are available for yourappliance.

Care of stainless steel

Each application of the Miele Careproduct for stainless steel (in thebottle) forms a durable protective filmthat is stain and water resistant. Itgently removes water marks,fingerprints and other stains for auniformly shiny surface.

Miele all purpose microfibre cloth

Light soiling and fingerprints onstainless steel fronts, control panelsand furniture can be easily removedwith this microfibre cloth.

KKF-RFActive AirClean replacement filters

Replacement filters to fit the ActiveAirClean holder are available. Werecommend replacing the charcoalfilters every 6 months.

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KKF-FF (Active AirClean) charcoalfilters with holder

The appliance is supplied with onecharcoal filter holder. Additional holderscan be fitted in the refrigerator section ifrequired.

Accessories are available from Mieledirectly (see back cover for contactdetails).

Before using for the first time

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Before using for the first time

Removing packaging material

Remove all packaging material fromthe inside of the appliance.

Protective foil

The stainless steel strips of the shelvesand the door shelves have a layer ofprotective foil to prevent scratchingduring transportation. The externalsurfaces of the appliance doors andpossibly also the side panels arecovered with a protective foil.

Remove the protective foil only afterthe appliance has been installed in itsintended location.

Cleaning and care

Please refer to the relevantinstructions in "Cleaning and care".

Immediately after removing theprotective foil, apply the Miele Careproduct for stainless steel (see"Accessories - Optional accessories")to stainless steel strips and frames.

We recommend treating the sidepanels of a stainless steel appliancewith the Miele Care product forstainless steel immediately afterremoving the protective foil (see"Accessories - Optionalaccessories").

Each time the Miele Care product forstainless steel is used, it applies aprotective film that is stain and waterresistant.

Important: The stainless steelappliance doors have a specialcoating that is resistant to dirt. Do nottreat them with the Miele Care productfor stainless steel!

Clean the inside of the appliance andthe accessories.

Switching on and off

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Operating the applianceA light touch of the finger on thesensors is all that is required to operatethis appliance.

Switching onThe PerfectFresh zone and the freezersection are switched on together withthe On/Off sensor.

Touch the On/Off sensor until thetemperature display lights up.

If the temperature in the appliance isnot within the normal temperaturedisplay range, dashes will flash in thedisplay.

The PerfectFresh and the freezersymbols as well as the alarm off sensorwill flash until the temperatures aresufficiently low.

As soon as the temperatures are withinthe display range, the temperaturedisplay will show the currenttemperature in the appliance.

The appliance will start to cool and theinterior lighting will come on when thePerfectFresh zone door is opened.

To enable the temperature to getsufficiently cold inside the appliance,allow the appliance to run for approx.2 hours before placing food in it. Do not place food in the freezersection until the temperature is at least-18 °C.

Touch this sensor to switch betweenthe PerfectFresh zone and the freezersection.

If you want to select the freezer section(for example to check the temperature),

Touch the sensor for switchingbetween the PerfectFresh zone andthe freezer section so that the freezersection lights up yellow.

If the freezer section is selected, the symbol lights up and you canadjust the temperature in the freezersection and switch on SuperFrost.

If the PerfectFresh zone is selected, the symbol lights up and you canadjust the temperature in therefrigerator section and switch onSuperCool.

Switching off Touch the On/Off sensor until all of

the indicators go out. (If this does notwork, the safety lock is activated.)

If the PerfectFresh zone was selected,the PerfectFresh zone and the freezersection will switch off one after theother. The interior lighting goes out andthe cooling is switched off.

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To switch the PerfectFresh zone offseparately

The PerfectFresh zone can be switchedoff without having to switch off thefreezer section. This is useful, e.g. whileon holiday.

Select the PerfectFresh zone .

The PerfectFresh symbol will light upyellow.

Touch the On/Off sensor until thePerfectFresh symbol goes out.

The interior lighting will not come onwhen you open the door and thePerfectFresh zone is switched off. Thefreezer section remains switched onand the Freezer symbol is lit up.

To switch the PerfectFresh zone backon

Select the PerfectFresh zone sothat the PerfectFresh symbol lights upyellow, then touch the On/Off sensor until the temperature display lightsup, or

Switch the appliance off and then onagain.

The appliance will start to cool and theinterior lighting will come on when thePerfectFresh zone door is opened.

Switching off for longerperiods of time

If, during a long absence, theappliance is switched off but notcleaned and the door(s) left shut,there is a danger of mould buildingup inside the appliance.It is essential to clean the appliance.

If the appliance is not going to be usedfor a longer period of time, e.g. whilston holiday:

switch the appliance off,

switch off at the wall and withdrawthe plug from the socket, ordisconnect the mains circuit breakeror remove the screw-out fuse incountries where this is applicable,

empty the ice-cube drawer

turn off the mains water tap

clean the appliance, and

leave the appliance doors slightly ajarto avoid the build-up of odours.

It is also advisable to carry out the lasttwo instructions if you are switchingthe refrigerator section off for a longerperiod of time.

The correct temperature

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It is very important to set the correcttemperature for storing food in theappliance. Micro-organisms will causefood which is not stored at the correcttemperature to deteriorate rapidly.Temperature influences the growth rateof these micro-organisms. Reducing thetemperature reduces their growth rate.

The temperature in the appliance willrise:

– the more often the door is openedand the longer it is kept open,

– the more food is stored in therefrigerator,

– the warmer the food is which is beingput into it,

– the higher the ambient temperaturesurrounding the appliance. Theappliance is designed for use withinspecific ambient temperatures(climate range). Do not use inambient temperatures for which it isnot designed.

. . . in the PerfectFresh zoneThe temperature in the PerfectFreshzone is controlled automatically andmaintained at 0 to 3 °C.

Automatic temperature distribution(DynaCool)

The fan switches on automatically whenthe cooling system for the PerfectFreshzone switches on. It distributes thetemperature in the appliance to all areasmore evenly so that all the food will bechilled to about the same degree.

Adjusting the temperature in thePerfectFresh zone

The temperature in the PerfectFreshzone can be raised or lowered, e.g. ifyou want to store items like fish.

The settings to have specifictemperature ranges allocated to them,they do not represent temperaturesthemselves.

The default setting for thetemperature in the PerfectFresh zoneis b5. Under certain circumstances, asetting from b1 to b4 can causenegative temperatures to be reached.Food could freeze.


The PerfectFresh symbol will lightup yellow.

You can now adjust the temperaturein the PerfectFresh zone by touchingthe sensor. You can select settingsfrom to :

– : lowest temperature

– : highest temperature

By touching the sensor

– the temperature will get colder

– the temperature will get warmer.

The temperature being set will flash inthe display.

The following information appears in thedisplay when the sensors are touched:

– When first tapped: The last presettemperature flashes.


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– With each subsequent touch of thesensor the temperature is adjusted inincrements.

– Leaving the finger on the sensorchanges the temperaturecontinuously.

Approximately 5 seconds after the lasttime a sensor has been touched, thedisplay automatically reverts to showingthe current temperature inside thePerfectFresh zone.

. . . in the freezer sectionTo freeze fresh food and to store frozenfood for a long time, a temperature of-18 °C is required. At this temperaturethe growth of micro-organisms isgenerally halted. As soon as thetemperature rises above -10 °C, themicro-organisms become active in thefood again so that it cannot be kept aslong. For this reason, partially defrostedor fully defrosted food must not berefrozen. Food may be refrozen once ithas been cooked, as the hightemperatures achieved when cookingdestroy most micro-organisms.

Setting the temperature in the freezersection

Select the freezer section .

The Freezer symbol will light upyellow.

You can now adjust the temperaturein the freezer section by touching the sensor.

By touching the sensor

– the temperature will get colder

– the temperature will get warmer.

The temperature being set will flash inthe display.

The following information appears in thedisplay when the sensors are touched:

– When first tapped: The last presettemperature flashes.

– With each subsequent touch of thesensor the temperature is adjusted in1 °C steps.


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– Leaving the finger on the sensorchanges the temperaturecontinuously. Once the highest orlowest temperature value has beenreached the sensor or ,respectively, will go out.

Approximately 5 seconds after the lasttime a sensor has been touched, thedisplay automatically reverts to showingthe actual mean temperature inside thefreezer section.

When you have adjusted thetemperature, wait for approx. 6 hours ifthe appliance is not very full and forapprox. 24 hours if the appliance isfull before checking the temperaturedisplay. It will take this long for theappliance to give an accurate reading.If, after this time, the temperature is stilltoo high or too low, adjust it again.

Temperature range

The temperature in the freezer sectioncan be set from -14 °C to -28 °C.

The ambient temperature in the roomand the installation location canaffect the time it takes for theappliance to reach the lowesttemperature.If the ambient temperature is toohigh, the appliance may not reachthe lowest temperature.

Temperature display

During normal operation thetemperature displays on the controlpanel show the temperature in themiddle of the PerfectFresh zone andthe temperature in the warmest part ofthe freezer section.

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SuperCoolThe SuperCool function can be used torapidly reduce the temperature in therefrigerator section to its lowest setting(depending on the room temperature).

Switching on SuperCool

SuperCool is particularly recommendedfor the rapid chilling of large amounts offresh food or drink.



Touch the SuperCool sensor sothat it lights up yellow.

The appliance will work at full power tolower the temperature in thePerfectFresh zone.

Switching off SuperCool

The SuperCool function switches offautomatically after approx. 6 hours. Theappliance will then run at normal poweragain.

To save energy, you can manuallyswitch off the SuperCool function oncefood and drinks are sufficiently chilled.



Touch the SuperCool sensor sothat it dims.

The appliance will continue running atnormal power.

SuperFreezeSwitch on the SuperFreeze functionbefore putting fresh food into thefreezer.

This helps food to freeze quickly andretain its nutrients, vitamins, flavoursand appearance.

Exceptions:

– When placing food in the freezer thatis already frozen.

– When freezing less than 2 kg of freshfood in any one day.

Switching on SuperFreeze

The SuperFreeze function should beswitched on 6 hours before placingfood in the freezer section. Whenfreezing the maximum amount of foodSuperFreeze should be switched on 24hours beforehand.



Touch the SuperFreeze sensor sothat it is highlighted in yellow.

The appliance will work at full power tolower the temperature in the freezersection.

Switching off SuperFreeze

The SuperFreeze function switches offautomatically after approx. 30 -65 hours. The quantity of fresh foodplaced in the freezer will determine theduration before SuperFreeze switchesoff. The SuperFreeze symbol will goout and the appliance will run at normalpower again.

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To save energy, you can manuallyswitch off the SuperFreeze functiononce a constant temperature of -18 °Cor colder has been reached in thefreezer section. Keep an eye on thetemperature as it falls.



Touch the SuperFreeze sensor sothat it dims.

The appliance will continue running atnormal power.

Temperature and door alarm

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The appliance has been fitted with awarning system which ensures that thetemperature in the freezer sectioncannot rise unnoticed and to avoidenergy being wasted if a door is leftopen.

Temperature alarmAn alarm will sound if the temperaturein the freezer section becomes toowarm. The alarm off sensor will flashred and the Freezer symbol willflash.

The audio and visual signals areactivated, for example:

– when the appliance is switched on ifthe temperature in a temperaturezone differs greatly from the settemperature.

– if a lot of warm room air enters thefreezer when food is being loaded,rearranged or taken out.

– when freezing large amounts of foodat once.

– when you freeze fresh food that is stillwarm.

– in the event of a power cut.

– if the appliance has a fault.

The alarm will stop and the indicatorswill go out as soon as the temperaturehas dropped down to the correct levelagain.

If the temperature in the freezerremains above -18 °C for a longtime, check that the frozen food hasnot started to defrost.If it has, check that the food is safeto use and if it is, use it as soon aspossible or cook it before freezing itagain.

Switching the temperature alarm offearly

If the noise of the alarm bothers you,you can switch it off early if you wish.

Touch the alarm off sensor .

The alarm will stop.The alarm off sensor and the Freezersymbol on the control panel willcontinue to flash until the temperature isat the correct level.

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Door alarmAn alarm will sound if the appliancedoor has been left open for longer thanapprox. 2 minutes. The alarm off sensor will light up red and the symbol forthe section which has the opened doorwill flash.

The alarm will stop and the indicatorswill go out as soon as the door isclosed.

Switching the door alarm off early

If the noise of the alarm bothers you,you can switch it off early if you wish.

Touch the alarm off sensor .

The alarm will stop.The alarm off sensor and the symbolof the temperature section whose dooris open keeps flashing until the door isclosed.

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Certain settings on the appliance canonly be selected in settings mode.

How to select the settings mode andhow to change the settings is describedin the relevant section of theseinstructions.

When in settings mode, the dooralarm is automatically deactivated. Assoon as the door is closed, the dooralarm is activated again.

Settings overview

To enter or leave settingsmode

Switching the keypad toneon/off

Confirming replacement ofcharcoal filters

Switching the safety lock on/off

Changing the temperaturedisplay brightness

Setting the water intake timefor the ice cube maker

Switching the keypad tone on/offThe tone which sounds each time asensor is touched can be deactivated.

Touch and leave your finger on the sensor.

At the same time, briefly touch theOn/Off sensor (without letting goof the sensor).

Leave your finger on the sensor foranother 5 seconds until appears inthe display.

Touch the sensor repeatedly until appears in the display.

Touch the On/Off sensor toconfirm.

By touching the sensor, you cannow select whether the keypad toneis switched on or off:

– : keypad tone is switched off

– : keypad tone is switched on

– : return to menu

The current setting lights up, and thesetting you can select next flashes.

Touch the On/Off sensor toconfirm the new setting.


Touch the On/Off sensor .

You have left settings mode.

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Confirming replacement ofcharcoal filtersIf you have replaced the charcoal filtersat a later stage and the message toreplace them has gone out, the timecounter must be reset in settings mode:







Touch the On/Off sensor forapprox. 2 seconds to confirm.

The counter is now reset.




Switching the safety lock on/offThe safety lock can be activated toprevent the appliance being switchedoff by mistake.






By touching the sensor, you cannow select whether the safety lock isswitched on or off:

– : safety lock is switched off.

– : safety lock is switched on.







When the safety lock is activated, thesafety lock indicator will light up inthe temperature display.

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Changing the temperaturedisplay brightnessThe temperature display brightness canbe adjusted to suit the lightingconditions of the room.






You can now adjust the temperaturedisplay brigthness by touching the sensor:

– : maximum brightness

– : reduced brightness







Setting the water intake timefor the ice cube maker Switch the ice cube maker on.





Touch the On/Off sensor again toconfirm.

You can now adjust the water intaketime by touching the sensor:

– : shortest water intake time

– : longest water intake time









Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone

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Danger of explosion!Do not store explosive materials inthe appliance or any productscontaining flammable propellants(e.g. spray cans).

If storing food which contains alot of fat or oil in the appliance or theappliance door, make sure that itdoes not come into contact withplastic components as this couldcause stress cracks or break theplastic.Make sure that no fat or oil leaksonto the plastic parts of theappliance.

To allow air to circulate efficiently, donot pack food too closely together inthe refrigerator.

Food must not touch the back of thePerfectFresh zone as it may freeze tothe back wall.

Food which is not suitable forstorage in the PerfectFreshzoneNot all food is suitable for refrigerationat temperatures below 5 °C because itis sensitive to cold. Depending on thetype of food, the appearance,consistency, flavour and/or vitamincontent may be altered if stored at toocold a temperature.

Foods which are sensitive to coldinclude:

– Pineapples, avocados, bananas,pomegranates, mangoes, melons,papayas, passionfruit, citrus fruitssuch as lemons, oranges,mandarines, grapefruits

– Fruit which is not yet ripe

– Eggplants, cucumbers, potatoes,capsicums, tomatoes, zucchini

– Hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan,mountain cheese

What to be aware of whenshopping for foodThe freshness of food when first placedin the appliance is the most importantfactor in determining how long it staysfresh, and how long it can be kept in theappliance.Always observe the use-by date andthe recommended storage temperature.Time out of the refrigerator should bekept to a minimum, for example, whentransporting food in a hot car.

Useful tip: Take a cooler bag with youwhen shopping and on return placefood into the appliance immediately.


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The PerfectFresh zone provides idealstorage conditions for fruit, vegetables,fish, meat and dairy products. Foodstays fresh considerably longer whileretaining both flavour and vitamins.

The temperature in the PerfectFreshzone is controlled automatically andmaintained at 0 to 3 °C. While lowerthan the temperature in a standardrefrigerator, this is the optimumtemperature range for storing fresh foodwhich is not sensitive to cold. Thedeterioration process is decelerated atthis temperature range so food can bestored without loss of freshness forconsiderably longer.

The humidity level in the PerfectFreshzone can also be regulated to suit thefood being stored. Food retains its ownmoisture if stored at a higher humidityand does not dry out as quickly. Thisallows it to stay crisp and fresh forlonger.

Remember that the freshness of thefood when first placed in theappliance is the most important factorin determining how long it will stayfresh.

Take food out of the PerfectFresh zoneapprox. 30 to 60 minutes before usingit. The aroma and taste do not fullydevelop until the food has reachedroom temperature.

The PerfectFresh zone is divided intotwo compartments:

– The upper dry compartment has atemperature of 0 °C to 3 °C and thehumidity is not increased.Use this compartment to store fish,meat, dairy products and all kinds offood, provided that it is wrapped.

– The lower humidity controlledcompartment has a temperature of0 °C to 3 °C, and the humidity level isincreased depending on the positionof the slide control: not increasedor increased.With increased humidity use thiscompartement to store fruit andvegetables.

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Dry compartmentThe dry compartment is suitable forstoring perishable foods such as:

– Fresh fish, shellfish and crustaceans

– Meat, poultry, sausages

– Deli salads

– Dairy products such as yoghurt,cheese, cream, quark etc.

– Any type of food can in fact be storedin this compartment, as long as it ispackaged.

The most important aspect of the drycompartment is its low temperature.The humidity level is similar to that in aconventional refrigerator.

Please note that foods rich in proteindeteriorate faster than others.Shellfish, for example, deterioratesfaster than fish, and fish deterioratesfaster than meat.

For hygiene reasons always keep thesefoods covered or wrapped.

Humidity controlledcompartment , The humidity controlled compartmenthas a slide control which is used toregulate the moisture in thiscompartment.

Slide the regulator to the or humidity setting.

Humidity level not increased

At the setting the humidity controlledcompartment becomes a drycompartment - the slide control opensthe vents in the compartment so thatmoisture can escape (see "Drycompartment").

Increased humidity

At the setting the humidity controlledcompartment is suitable for storing fruitand vegetables.The slide control closes the vents in thecompartment so that moisture cannotescape.

The humidity level in the humiditycontrolled compartment is determinedby the type and quantity of food when itis not packaged.If the quantity of food being stored inthis compartment is small, the humiditylevel may be too low.

Useful tip: If you are only storing asmall amount of food, wrap it in airtightpackaging.

High humidity in the humiditycontrolled compartment can causecondensate to build up on the floorof the compartment as well asbeneath the lid.This should be removed with a cloth.


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Storage results for food storedin the PerfectFresh zone

Observe the following tips if you findthat food you have stored does notkeep well (e.g. food becomes limp orwilts after only being stored for ashort time):

– Only place fresh food in the applianceas the initial condition of the food iscrucial to maintaining freshness.

– Clean the PerfectFresh compartmentsbefore storing food in them.

– Dry the surface of very moist foodbefore placing it in the refrigerator.

– Do not store any food in thePerfectFresh zone which is sensitiveto cold (see "Food which is notsuitable for storage in thePerfectFresh zone").

– Select the correct PerfectFreshcompartment and the correct positionof the humidity controlledcompartment slide control (humiditynot increased or humidity increased).

– An increased humidity level in thehumidity controlled compartment isachieved by the moisture present inthe food being stored, i.e. the morefood stored in the compartment, thehigher the humidity.If too much moisture collects in thecompartment at the setting andthe food is affected, dry the floor andunderneath the lid with a cloth, andplace a rack or similar item in thecompartment so that excess moisturecan drip down.If the humidity level is too low despitethe setting, wrap the food inairtight packaging.

– If you think that the temperature inthe PerfectFresh zone is too high ortoo low, try regulating it slightly firstby selecting a different level. See"Adjusting the temperature in thePerfectFresh zone". If ice crystalsstart to form on the floor of thePerfectFresh compartments, increasethe temperature as otherwise the coldtemperature will damage the food.

Under certain circumstances, a settingfrom level to can causenegative temperatures to be reached.Food could freeze.

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Moving the adjustable shelvesThe shelves can be adjusted accordingto the height of the food.

Raise the shelf and pull it forwardsslightly until the notch at the side is inline with the shelf support. It can thenbe raised or lowered to the requiredlevel.

The raised edge on the protective stripat the back must face upward toprevent food from touching the back ofthe appliance and freezing to it.

Stoppers prevent the shelves frombeing dislodged by mistake.

Moving split shelvesIn order to accommodate tall items inthe appliance such as bottles or largecontainers, one of the shelves isdivided. The front section can bepushed carefully under the rear section:

Push the rear half of the glass shelfslightly upwards.

With the rear half pushed up, lift thefront half of the glass shelf up slightlyat the front, then slide it carefullyunderneath the rear half.

To move the split shelf to anotherlevel take both sections out of theappliance.

Then place the two support rails onthe left and right support ribs at thedesired height and

slide the two glass plates in one afterthe other.

The section with the raised edge mustbe fitted at the back.

Removing the PerfectFreshzone drawersThe drawers in the PerfectFresh zone siton telescopic runners and can beremoved for loading, unloading orcleaning purposes:

Pull the drawers out as far as they willgo.

Holding the sides of the drawer at theback, lift it up and then pull itforwards and out.

Push the runners back in to avoidinjury or damage.


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Carefully pull the lid between thedrawers slightly forwards, and take itdown and out.

Be careful not to wash out thespecial lubricant in the telescopicrunners during cleaning.Wipe the telescopic runners with adamp cloth to clean them.

To replace the lid, insert it frombeneath into the holders and push itback until it clicks into place.

Replacing the drawers

Push the runners back in completelyand then place the drawers on them.

Push the drawers back into theappliance until they click intoposition.

Moving the charcoal filters

When you are storing very strongsmelling food (e.g. very ripe cheese):

– Place the holder with the charcoalfilters on the shelf where this food iskept.

– Change the carbon filters sooner ifnecessary.

– Use more charcoal filters (withholders) in the appliance (see"Accessories - Optionalaccessories").

The holder for the charcoal filters sitson the protective strip at the back of theshelf.

Pull the charcoal filter holder upwardsto remove it from the protective strip.

Refit it on the protective strip of theshelf you wish to use it on.

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Freezing fresh foodFresh food should be frozen as quicklyas possible. This way the nutritionalvalue of the food, its vitamin content,appearance and taste are not impaired.

Food which takes a long time to freezewill lose more water from its cells,which then shrink. During the defrostingprocess, only some of this water isreabsorbed by the cells; the restcollects around the food.

If food is frozen quickly, the cells haveless time to lose moisture, so theyshrink less. As there is not so muchmoisture loss, it is easier for the food toreabsorb it during the defrostingprocess, and very little water collectsaround the defrosted food.

Storing frozen foodWhen buying frozen food to store inyour freezer section, check

– that the packaging is not damaged,

– the use-by date,

– the temperature at which the frozenfood is being stored in the shop. Thelength of time it can be kept isreduced if it has been stored at atemperature warmer than -18 °C.

Buy frozen food once you havefinished the rest of your shopping,and wrap it in newspaper or use acooler bag or cool box to transport it.

Store it in the freezer compartment assoon as possible.

Never refreeze partially or fullydefrosted food. Consume defrostedfood as soon as possible as it willspoil if left for too long. Defrostedfood may only be refrozen after it hasbeen cooked.


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Home freezing

Only freeze food which is fresh andin good condition.

Tips on home freezing

– The following types of food aresuitable for freezing:Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish,vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairyproducts, pastry, leftovers, egg yolks,egg whites and a range of pre-cooked meals.

– The following types of food are notsuitable for freezing:Grapes, lettuce, radishes, sourcream, mayonnaise, eggs in theirshells, onions, whole raw apples andpears.

– To retain colour, taste and vitamin C,vegetables should be blanchedbefore freezing. To blanch, immersethe trimmed and washed vegetablesin boiling water for 2-3 minutes.Remove and plunge into ice-coldwater to cool quickly. Drain and packready for freezing.

– Lean meat freezes better than fattymeat and can be stored forconsiderably longer.

– Separate chops, steaks, cutlets,schnitzel or rolled meat with a sheetof plastic freezer film. This preventsthem from freezing together in ablock.

– Do not season fresh foods orblanched vegetables before freezing.Only season cooked food lightlybefore freezing. The taste or intensityof some spices alters when frozen.

– Allow hot foods and drinks to cooldown before placing them in thefreezer. Placing hot foods or drinks inthe freezer causes food that isalready frozen to partially thaw andincreases energy consumption.

Packaging food for freezing

Freeze food in portions.

Suitable packing material

– Plastic cling wrap

– Tubular polyethylene film

– Aluminum foil

– Freezer containers and bags

Unsuitable packing material

– Wrapping paper

– Grease-proof paper

– Cellophane

– Bin bags

– Plastic shopping bags

Expel as much air as possible frombags etc. before sealing them toprevent freezer burn on food.

Close the packaging tightly with

– rubber bands

– plastic clips

– string or bag ties

– freezer tape

Useful tip: Freezer bags may also besealed using home heat sealing kits.

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


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Before placing food in the freezer

When freezing more than 2 kg offresh food, switch on the SuperFeezefunction for some time before placingfood in the freezer (see "UsingSuperFreeze"). This helps food whichis already stored in the freezer toremain frozen.

Placing food in the freezer

The following maximum loadingweights must not be exceeded: – Freezer drawer = 25 kg– Glass shelf = 35 kg

Unfrozen food should not touchfrozen food as this will cause frozenfood to begin to thaw.

Make sure that the packaging andcontainers are dry to prevent themsticking together when frozen.

- Freezing small items

Freeze small items in the upper freezerdrawers.

Place the food flat in the bottom ofthe freezer drawer so that it freezesthrough to the core as quickly aspossible.

- Freezing the maximum amount

Ensure ventilation slots at the backof the freezer section are always freefrom obstruction.If the ventilation slots are blocked thecooling performance will decreaseand energy consumption willincrease.Place food on the glass plate in sucha way that the ventilation slots arenot blocked.

Please note that when removing thedrawers, the lowest freezer drawermust always remain in the freezer.

Remove the upper freezer drawers.

Place the food flat on the upper glasscold plates so that it freezes throughto the core as quickly as possible.

After the initial freezing process:

Place the frozen food in the freezerdrawer and push it back in.


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Freezer calendar

The freezer calendar on the freezerdrawer shows the length of time inmonths which various foods can bestored for effectively when freshlyfrozen.

Where the storage time given on thepackaging differs, follow the advice onthe packaging.

Food Storagetime(months)

Cakes, ice cream,casseroles

2 to 3

Fish, mushrooms, bread 3 to 5

Pork, veal, poultry 6 to 8

Beef, fruit, vegetables 10 to 12

Defrosting

Frozen food can be defrosted indifferent ways:

– in a microwave oven,

– in an oven using the "Fan" or"Defrost" setting,

– at room temperature,

– in the refrigerator section (the coldgiven off by the frozen food helps tokeep the other food cold),

– in a steam oven.

Flat pieces of partially thawed meat orfish can be placed directly into a hotfrying pan.

Thicker pieces of meat and fish (e.g.minced beef, chicken, fish fillet) shouldnot come into contact with other foodwhen defrosting. Collect the defrostingliquid and then pour it away, makingsure you wash the container it was in,the sink and your hands.

Fruit should be defrosted at roomtemperature in its packaging, or in acovered bowl.

Most vegetables can be cooked whilestill frozen. Just put straight into boilingwater or hot fat. The cooking time isslightly less than that of freshvegetables due to changes in the cellstructure.

Never refreeze partially or fullydefrosted food. Consume defrostedfood as soon as possible as it willspoil if left for too long. Defrostedfood may only be refrozen after it hasbeen cooked.


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Cooling drinks quickly

When cooling drinks quickly in thefreezer, make sure bottles are not left infor more than one hour, otherwisethey could burst, causing injury anddamage.


Removing the drawers and glassplates from the freezer

The drawers can be removed for filling,emptying or cleaning purposes.

You can also expand the spaceavailable in the freezer section. If youwish to freeze large items such as aturkey or game, you can remove theglass plates between the freezerdrawers.

To do this, pull out the drawers as faras they will go, and then lift them upand out.

Lift the glass plate slightly, pull itforward and out.

Using accessories

Cool pack

The cool pack prevents the temperaturein the freezer section from rising tooquickly in the event of a power cut. Thishelps to prolong the storage life.

Place the cool pack in the top drawerof the freezer section.

The cool pack will be at its mosteffective after it has been in the freezerfor approx. 24 hours.

In the event of a power cut:

Place the frozen cool pack directly ontop of the frozen food in the front ofthe top drawer.

Useful tip: When placing fresh food inthe freezer, use the cool pack toseparate the fresh food from the foodwhich is already frozen so that thefrozen food does not begin to thaw.

Useful tip: The cool pack can also beused in a cool bag to keep food ordrinks cool for a short period of time.

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For the automatic ice cube maker tooperate, it must be connected to amains water connection (see "Mainswater connection").

Danger to health!The first three batches of ice cubesmade after the ice cube maker isstarted up must not be consumed,as the water will have been used forthe initial rinsing of the water supplyline.This applies to the initialcommissioning as well as whenusing the appliance again after it hasbeen turned off for a long time.

Ice cube maker with integratedice cube tray

The automatic ice cube maker islocated in the ice cube drawer .

When the ice cube maker is switchedon, the indicator light on the ice cubemaker lights up.

An ice cube tray is integrated in theice cube maker where ice cubes areproduced.

The ice cube tray automatically emptiesinto the drawer as soon as ice cubesare produced.

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Switching the ice cube makeron/off

The ice cube maker can be switchedoff independently of the freezersection if you do not want theappliance to make any ice cubes.

Clean the ice cube tray if the icecube maker is going to be switchedoff for a long period of time.

Open the ice cube drawer slightly.

Press the On/Off button on the icecube maker

– until the indicator light lights up. Theice cube maker is switched on.

– until the indicator light goes out. Theice cube maker is switched off.

Ice cubes can only be made when theice cube drawer is closed completely.

Close the ice cube drawer.

Making a large quantity of icecubesThe amount of ice cubes which theappliance makes depends on thetemperature in the freezer section. Thelower the temperature, the more icecubes are produced within a certaintime frame. At a temperature of -18 °C,approx. 1 kg of ice cubes will beproduced within 24 hours.

Ice cube production stops automaticallywhen the ice cube drawer is full.

Useful tip: If you require a large amountof ice cubes, replace the full ice cubedrawer with the drawer beside it on theright.

The ice cube maker will begin toproduce ice cubes again as soon asthis new drawer has been placed inposition and closed properly.

Changing the size of the icecubesThe size of the ice cubes depends onthe quantity of water being taken in.You can set this quantity according toyour wishes. To make larger ice cubes,increase the amount of water beingtaken in by the ice cube maker. Thefactory default setting for the amount ofwater is medium (E 3).

Instructions for how to set the waterintake time of the ice cube maker canbe found in the section "Changing thesize of the ice cubes".

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PerfectFresh zoneThe PerfectFresh Zone defrostsautomatically.

Condensate and frost can build up onthe back wall of the PerfectFresh zonewhile the compressor is running. You donot need to remove this, as it willdefrost and evaporate automaticallywith the warmth generated by theappliance.

The condensate is drained awaythrough a channel and drain hole, thenfed into an evaporation system at theback of the appliance.

Condensate must be able todrain away unhindered at all times.Keep the condensate channel anddrain hole clean to enable this.

Freezer sectionThe appliance is equipped with a"NoFrost" system. The freezer defrostsautomatically.

The moisture generated by defrostingcollects in the condenser and isautomatically dissipated by thecondenser from time to time.

This automatic defrosting systemenables the freezer to remainpermanently ice-free. Food stored in thefreezer will not defrost.

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Do not let water get into theelectronic unit or the lighting.

Steam from a steam cleaningappliance could reach the electricalcomponents and cause a shortcircuit.Do not use a steam cleaner to cleanthe appliance.

Cleaning water must not get into thedrain hole.

The data plate located inside theappliance must not be removed. Itcontains information which is requiredin the event of a service call.

Cleaning agents

The stainless steel doors of theappliance have a special coating thatis resistant to dirt. Do not use theMiele Care product for stainlesssteel on these surfaces. + noticeablesmearing.

Cleaning and conditioning agentsused inside the appliance must befood safe.

To avoid damaging the surfaces of yourappliance, do not use:

– cleaning agents containing soda,ammonia, acids or chlorides,

– cleaning agents containing descalingagents,

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

– solvent-based cleaning agents,

– stainless steel cleaning agents,

– dishwasher cleaner,

– oven sprays,

– glass cleaning agents,

– hard, abrasive sponges and brushes,e.g. pot scourers,

– dirt erasers,

– sharp metal scrapers.

To clean the stainless steel surfaceson the appliance we recommendusing the original Miele Care productfor stainless steel (see "Optionalaccessories").This product contains substances thatare gentle to stainless steel surfacesand, unlike stainless steel cleaners, itdoes not contain polishing agents.Soiling is gently removed and eachtime the original Miele Care productfor stainless steel is used, it applies aprotective film against dirt and water.

We recommend using lukewarm waterwith a little washing-up liquid to cleanthe appliance.

The following pages contain importantinformation on cleaning.

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Preparing the appliance forcleaning Switch the appliance off.

The temperature display goes dark andthe cooling system switches off.

Disconnect the appliance from themains. Switch off at the wall andwithdraw the plug from the socket, orswitch off the mains circuit breaker.

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

Take the freezer drawers and glassplates out for cleaning.

Take out all other removable parts forcleaning.

Cleaning the interior andaccessories

Clean the appliance at least once amonth.

Clean up any spills, stains or foodimmediately. Do not allow them to dryand stick to the appliance.

Clean the interior with a cleansponge, lukewarm water and a littlewashing-up liquid.

After cleaning, wipe with clean waterand dry with a soft cloth.

The following parts are notdishwasher-safe:

– the adjustable shelves with trims

– all drawers and drawer lids (supplieddepending on model)

– the bottle rack

– the cool pack

Clean these accessories by hand.

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The following parts are dishwasher-safe:

The maximum temperature of thedishwashing programme selectedmust not exceed 55 °C.

Contact with natural dyes fromcarrots, tomatoes and ketchup maydiscolour the plastic parts in thedishwasher. This discolouration doesnot affect the stability of the parts.

– the holder for the charcoal filters

Clean the condensate channel anddrain hole frequently using a straw orcotton tip or similar item to ensurethat condensate can drain awayfreely.

Leave the door open to air theappliance for a short while and toprevent odours building up.

Cleaning the front of theappliance and the side panels

If soiling is left on for any length oftime, it may become impossible toremove.Surfaces may suffer discolouration ordamage.Therefore it is best to remove soilingfrom the appliance doors and sidepanels immediately.

All surfaces are susceptible toscratching. Contact with unsuitablecleaning agents can alter ordiscolour the surfaces.See the information on "Cleaningagents" at the beginning of thissection.

Clean the surfaces with a cleansponge and a solution of warm waterand washing-up liquid. A clean, dampmicrofibre cloth without cleaningagent can also be used.

After cleaning, wipe with clean waterand dry with a soft cloth.

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Appliance front

The appliance front has a special high-quality coating (CleanSteel). It isresistant to soiling and easy to clean.

Do not use stainless steelcleaning agents on these surfaces.They will damage the coating.

Do not use the Miele Care productfor stainless steel on thesesurfaces. It will cause noticeablesmearing.

Side panels

Remove any soiling with the MieleCare product for stainless steel.

Useful tip: We recommend applyingthis care product to the side panelsimmediately after cleaning. Each timethe Care product for stainless steel isused, it applies a protective film that isstain and water resistant. This protectsstainless steel surfaces and helpsprevent re-soiling.

Cleaning the ice cube tray

Clean the ice cube tray – before switching off the ice cubemaker for a long time.– regularly, to remove ice and waterresidues.

The ice cube tray is not removableand can only be cleaned when in place.

Open the ice cube drawer slightly.

Press the On/Off button on the icecube maker. The indicator light willcome on.

Empty the ice-cube drawer,

Press and hold the On/Off button on the ice cube maker for at least 12seconds.

The indicator light flashes slowly at firstand then quickly.

Push the ice cube drawer in as far asit will go within the next 60 seconds.

You will hear the ice cube tray turning toa slanted position.

Wait until the ice cube tray hascompleted this rotation beforecontinuing.

Now you can clean the ice cube tray:

Take the ice cube drawer out of theappliance and clean it.

Clean the ice cube tray and the icecube drawer with lukewarm waterand a little washing up liquid. Aftercleaning, wipe with clean water anddry with a soft cloth.

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Press the On/Off button on the icecube maker.

Push the drawer all the way back intothe appliance.

As soon as the ice cube maker isswitched on the ice cube tray rotatesback to its original position.

The ice cube maker will begin toproduce ice cubes again after amaximum of 6 hours.

Important: If washing-up liquidwas used for cleaning the ice cubetray: The first ice cubes may containtraces of detergent and are thereforeunsuitable for consumption.Discard the first three batches of icecubes after cleaning.

Cleaning the air vents

A build-up of dust will increase theenergy consumption of the appliance.

The ventilation gaps should becleaned on a regular basis with abrush or vacuum cleaner (you coulduse a Miele vacuum cleaner dustingbrush, for example). A build-up ofdust will increase the energyconsumption of the appliance.

Cleaning the door seals

If a door seal is damaged thedoor will not close properly andcooling performance will be reduced.Condensate will build up in theinterior and this can cause a build-upof ice.Do not damage the door seals.

Do not use any oils or grease on thedoor seals. They will cause the sealsto deteriorate and become porousover time.

The door seals should be cleanedregularly with clean water, and thenwiped dry with a soft cloth.

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Cleaning the compressor andmetal grille at the back of theappliance

When cleaning the compressorand the metal grille, make sure thatcables and other components do notget ripped off, kinked or damaged inany way.

The compressor and metal grille at theback of the appliance (heat exchanger)should be dusted at least once a year. Abuild-up of dust will increase the energyconsumption of the appliance.

Replacing the charcoal filtersThe active charcoal filters should bechanged approx. every 6 months.

When the indicator on the control panel lights up red the charcoal filters needexchanging.

Replacement KKF-RF charcoal filtersare available from Miele or online atshop.miele.com.

The holder for the charcoal filters isdishwasher-safe.

Pull the charcoal filter holder upwardsto remove it from the shelf.

When in position the charcoal filtersmust not touch the back wall of theappliance as the moisture couldcause them to stick to the back wall.Insert the new charcoal filters intothe holder so that they do notprotrude over the edge of the holder.

Remove both charcoal filters andplace the new filters with the raisededge pointing downwards in theholder.

Place the holder in the middle of theraised edge at the back of the shelfso that it clicks into position.

To confirm that you have changed thecharcoal filters, touch the indicator on the control panel for approx. 2seconds.

The change charcoal filters indicator willgo out and the counter is reset.

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Replacing the charcoal filters later

If you do not have new active charcoalfilters, you can order them from Miele.You can replace the charcoal filters ata later stage.

Useful tip: You can switch off thechange charcoal filters indicator early, ifyou prefer not to have the red indicatorshowing.

Touch the change charcoal filtersindicator for approx. 2 seconds.

The indicator light will go out.

If you have replaced the charcoalfilters at a later stage and the reminderindicator on the control panel hasgone out, the time counter must bereset in settings mode (see "Furthersettings - Confirming replacement ofcharcoal filters").

Starting up the appliance aftercleaning Refit all shelves and accessories in

the appliance.

Reconnect to the mains and switchthe appliance back on.

Place food back in the refrigeratorsection and close the door.

Switch on the SuperFreeze functionfor a while so that the freezer sectioncan cool down quickly.

Place the freezer drawers with thefrozen food back into the freezersection and close the door.

Switch off the SuperFreeze functionas soon as the temperature in thefreezer is a constant -18 °C or colder.

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With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of theappliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remediedwithout contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because you won'tneed a service call.

Please note that a call-out charge will be applied to unnecessary service visitswhere the problem could have been rectified as described in these operatinginstructions.

To prevent cold from escaping, avoid opening the appliance door until the faulthas been corrected.

Problem Possible cause and remedy

The refrigerator is notgetting cold and theinterior lighting doesnot come on when themachine door isopened.

The appliance is not switched on. Switch the appliance on.

The mains plug is not inserted in the socket correctlyor not switched on, or the plug connector is notinserted into the socket at the back of the appliancecorrectly. Insert the mains plug into the mains socket and

the plug connector into the appliance socket andswitch on.

The mains circuit breaker has tripped. There could bea fault with the appliance, the household electricalwiring or another electrical appliance. Contact a qualified electrician or Miele.

The compressor runscontinuously.

This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressorruns at a lower speed, but for longer, when lesscooling is required.

The compressor isswitching on morefrequently and runs forlonger periods of time,and the temperature inthe appliance is too low.

The ventilation gaps are covered or have become toodusty. Do not block the ventilation gaps. Clean the dust from the ventilation gaps on a

regular basis.The doors have been opened too frequently, or alarge amount of fresh food has been put in at once forrefrigerating or freezing. Only open the doors when necessary and for as

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After a while the temperature will return to normal byitself.The appliance doors are not closed properly. A thicklayer of ice may have formed in the freezer section. Close the appliance doors.

After a while the temperature will return to normal byitself.

If a thick layer of ice has formed, it will decrease thecooling performance and increase the energyconsumption. Defrost the appliance and clean it.

The ambient room temperature is too high. The higherthe room temperature, the longer the compressor willrun. See "Installation advice – Location".

The temperature setting is too low. Correct the temperature setting.

A large amount of food was placed in the freezer atonce. See "Freezing and storing food".

The SuperCool function is still switched on. To save energy, you can switch SuperCool off

early yourself.The SuperFreeze function is still switched on. To save energy, you can turn SuperFreeze off early

yourself.

The compressor comeson less and less oftenand for shorter periodsof time. Thetemperature in theappliance rises.

This is not a fault. The set temperature is too high. Correct the temperature setting. Check the temperature again after 24 hours.

The food begins to defrost. The room temperature is lower than the ambienttemperature for which the appliance is designed.Operating in a room which is too cold will cause thecompressor to switch off for too long, causing thefreezer to become too warm. See "Installation advice - Location". Raise the temperature of the room.


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Messages in the display

Message Possible cause and remedy

appears in thedisplay. The machinedoes not get cold, butthe machine controlsare working.

Demo mode is activated. In this mode, the appliancecan be presented in a showroom without the coolingsystem being switched on. Do not activate this settingfor domestic use. Call Miele.

Bars light up in thetemperature display.

Only temperatures within the range of the appliancetemperature display will be displayed. Check the temperature in the display about 6

hours after switching the appliance on.

lights up in thedisplay and theappliance cannot beoperated.

The safety lock has been activated. Switch the safety lock off (see "Further settings -

Switching the safety lock on/off").

The alarm off sensor lights up red in thedisplay, the symbol forthe section with theopen door flashes, anda warning tone sounds.

The door alarm has been activated (see"Temperature and door alarm"). Touch the alarm off sensor in the display.

The alarm message is confirmed and the warningtone stops. Close the relevant appliance door.

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The alarm off sensor flashes red, the symbolfor the freezer section flashes, and awarning tone sounds.

The temperature alarm has been activated (see"Temperature and door alarm"). The temperature inthe freezer section has risen higher or fallen lowerthan the temperature set.This could be due to, e.g.

– the freezer door being opened too often, or beingleft open.

– a large quantity of food being placed in the freezerat once without switching on SuperFreeze.

– an interruption to the power supply.

– a fault with the appliance.

Touch the alarm off sensor in the display.

The alarm message is confirmed and the warningtone stops. Rectify the cause of the alarm. Depending on the temperature displayed, check

whether food in the freezer has started to thaw orhas defrosted. If it has, check that the food is safeto use and if it is, then use it as soon as possibleor cook it before freezing it again.

appears in thedisplay and a warningtone sounds.

There is a power failure: The temperature in theappliance over the last few days or hours has risentoo high because of a power cut or an interruption tothe power supply. Touch the alarm off sensor in the display while

is lit up.

The fault message is confirmed: goes out and the alarm stops.

The warmest temperature recorded in the freezersection will flash for about 1 minute in thetemperature display. Then the actual temperature inthe freezer section will be displayed. Depending on the temperature displayed, check

whether food in the freezer has started to thaw orhas defrosted. If it has, check that the food is safeto use and if it is, then use it as soon as possibleor cook it before freezing it again.


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_F appears in thedisplay.

There is a fault. Call Miele.

lights up red in thedisplay.

This is a reminder to change the (Active AirClean)charcoal filters. For further information see "Cleaning and care -

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Problems with the ice cube maker


You cannot switch theice cube maker on.

The appliance is not connected to the power supplyor is not switched on. Reconnect to the mains and switch the appliance

back on.

The ice cube maker isnot producing any icecubes.

The appliance or the ice cube maker is not switchedon. Switch on the appliance and the ice cube maker.

The water supply is not open or has not been vented. Open the water supply. Check whether the water supply has been vented.

The drawer of the ice cube maker is not closedproperly. Push the drawer all the way in.

The appliance door has been opened too frequently,causing the compressor to turn on more often and theice-cube maker has iced up. Only open the door when necessary and for as

short a time as possible.The temperature in the freezer section is too high. Set a lower temperature.

The water pressure is too low. Check whether the water pressure is between 1.5

bar (150 kPa) and 6 bar (600 kPa).

Remember that it can take up to 24 hours toproduce the first ice cubes.

The ice cube maker isonly producing smallice cubes.

The size of the ice cubes depends on the quantity ofwater being taken in. You can set this quantityaccording to your wishes. To make larger ice cubes, increase the amount of

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The ice cubes taste orsmell odd.

The ice cube maker has been on for a long time andneeds to be cleaned. Clean the ice cube maker regularly (see "Cleaning

and care - Rinsing the ice cube maker").The ice cube maker is rarely used. Ice cubes that arestored for a long time can absorb the taste and smellof other items. Empty the ice cube drawer if you are not going to

use the ice cube maker for a long time.Unwrapped food is stored in the freezer. Ice canabsorb the taste and smell of unwrapped food. Store only sealed food in the freezer section.

The ice cube drawer is dirty. If necessary, clean the ice cube drawer.

The indicator light onthe ice cube maker isflashing.

The ice cube tray is in its cleaning position (see"Cleaning and care").If this is not the case, then there is a fault.

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The interior lighting is not working


The interior lighting isnot working.

The appliance is not switched on. Switch the appliance on.

To avoid overheating, the interior lighting switchesitself off automatically after approx. 15 minutes if thedoor is left open. If this is not the case, there is a fault.

Danger of electric shock!There are live electrical components under thelighting cover.The LED lighting must only be repaired or replacedby a Miele authorised service technician.

Danger of injury from LED lighting! Lightintensity corresponds to laser beam class 1/1M.The lighting covers must not be removed ordamaged, or be removed due to damage. Thiscould cause injury to your eyes.Do not look into the LED lighting (laser beam class1/1M) with optical instruments (e.g. a magnifyingglass).

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Other problems


Food has frozentogether.

The food packaging was not dry when loaded in thefreezer. Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon handle or

plastic scraper, to prise it apart carefully.

The external walls ofthe appliance feelwarm.

This is not a fault. The heat which results from thecooling process is used to avoid the build-up ofcondensation on the appliance.

The floor of thePerfectFresh zone iswet.

The condensate drain hole is blocked. Clean the condensate channel and drain hole.

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Normalnoises

What causes them

Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noisecan get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on.

Blubb,blubb ...

A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulatingthrough the pipes.

Click ... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches themotor on and off.

Sssrrrrr ... You can sometimes hear the sound of the fan inside theappliance.

Crack ... A cracking sound can be heard when materials expand insidethe appliance.

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

Noises Possible cause and remedy

Rattling,vibrating,clinking

The appliance is uneven. Realign the appliance using a spiritlevel. Do so by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath theappliance or place something underneath it.

The appliance is touching another appliance or piece offurniture. Move it away.

Drawers or shelves are unstable or sticking. Check all removableparts and refit them correctly.

Bottles or containers are touching each other. Separate them.

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Contact in case of faultIn the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, please contactMiele.

Contact information for Miele can befound at the end of this document.

Please quote the model and serialnumber of your appliance whencontacting Miele. This information canbe found on the data plate.

The data plate is located inside theappliance.

WarrantyThe manufacturer's warranty for thisappliance is 2 years.

For more information about country-specific warranty terms and conditions,please contact Miele.

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Information about the watersupply

The appliance may only beconnected to the water supply by asuitably qualified technician.

Disconnect the appliance from thepower supply before connecting it tothe water supply.

Turn off the water supply beforeconnecting the water supply line forthe ice-cube maker.

The water quality must conform tothe requirements for drinking water inthe country in which the appliance isbeing installed (e.g. 98/83/EU).The appliance must only beconnected to the mains drinkingwater supply.

This appliance meets the requirementsof IEC 61770 and EN 61770.

This appliance must be installed inaccordance with AS/NZS 3500.1 andAS/NZS 3500.2. Back flowprevention is already integrated inthe appliance.

Use the hoses supplied with theappliance. Old or used hoses must notbe connected to the appliance.

The appliance is only suitable forconnection to a cold water line,which

– is directly connected to the freshwater mains in order to ensuresufficient circulation and thereforegood water quality.

Avoid connection to a water supplyin which the water might stagnate.This can affect the taste of water andice cubes.

– withstands the operating pressure.

– complies with hygiene regulations.

The water pressure must be between1.5 and 6 bar (150 and 600 kPa).

The stainless steel hose supplied is1.5 m long and must not be lengthened.

A faulty stainless steel hose mustonly be replaced by an original Mielereplacement hose (available fromMiele). The water hose must besuitable for drinking water.

A tap must be provided between thestainless steel hose and the householdwater supply to ensure that the watersupply can be disconnected ifnecessary.

Make sure that the tap is stillaccessible after the appliance hasbeen installed.

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Connecting the water supply

Disconnect the appliance from thepower supply before establishing themains water connection.

A tap with a ¾ thread is required forconnection to the water supply.

Before using the appliance for the firsttime, the water pipes should be purgedof air by a qualified and competentperson:

– To do so, the stainless steel hoseshould be filled with as much wateras possible before being connectedto the solenoid valve.

– Mop up any spillages with a cloth.

Connect the straight end of thestainless steel hose to the tap.

Ensure that it is screwed intoposition correctly.

The stainless steel hose should beattached to the solenoid valve at thebase of the rear of the appliance.

Secure the stainless steel hose to theappliance housing with the retainingclip.

Ensure that all connections arewatertight.

Turn on the tap slowly and check thewhole water system for leaks.

The appliance can now be connectedto the power supply (see "Electricalconnection").

Push the appliance into its finalposition.

When doing so, make sure that thestainless steel hose is not kinked ordamaged.

After a maximum of 24 hours the firstice cubes will drop out of the ice cubemaker and collect in the drawer.

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The appliance is supplied with a mainscable and moulded plug ready forconnection to an AC single phase 220 – 240 V 50 Hz supply.

The fuse rating must be at least 10 A.

The voltage and frequency are given onthe data plate. Please ensure that thesematch the household mains supply.Connection should be made via asuitable switched socket which is easilyaccessible. For extra safety it isadvisable to install a suitable residualcurrent device (RCD).

The accessibility of the plug mustalways be ensured in order to be able toquickly separate the appliance from themains.

If the mains socket is not accessibleafter the appliance has been built in, aseparator for each terminal must bepresent. There must be an all-polecontact gap of 3 mm in the switch.

The plug and mains connection cablemust not come into contact with theback of the appliance as vibrations cancause damage to these components.This, in turn, could result in a shortcircuit.

Nor should other appliances beplugged into a socket located directlybehind this appliance.

Do not connect the appliance to themains electricity supply by an extensionlead. Extension leads do not guaranteethe required safety of the appliance(e.g. danger of overheating).

Do not connect the appliance to aninverter such as those used with anautonomous energy source e.g. solarpower. When switched on, peak loadsin the system can cause the safetyswitch-off mechanism to be triggered.This can damage the electronic unit. The appliance must not be used withso-called energy-saving deviceseither. These reduce the amount ofenergy supplied to the appliance,causing it to overheat.

If the mains connection cable needs tobe replaced, this must be done by aqualified electrician.

WARNING:THIS APPLIANCE MUST BEEARTHED.

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Fire risk and danger of damage!Appliances which give off heat, suchas toasters, mini-ovens or doubleburner hobs, can catch fire.Do not place them on top of therefrigeration appliance.

Fire risk and danger of damage!Do not place an open flame, e.g. acandle, on top of or next to theappliance.

This appliance has side wall heatingand can be installed side by side withanother appliance. Please contactMiele for information on whichcombinations are suitable for yourappliance.

Location

This appliance should be installed in adry, well-ventilated room.

When deciding where to install yourrefrigerator please bear in mind that itwill use more energy if installed near aheater, cooktop or other appliance thatgives off heat. Direct sunlight shouldalso be avoided.The higher the room temperature, thelonger the compressor will run and thehigher the energy consumption will be.

When installing the appliance, pleasenote:

– The mains socket must not belocated directly behind the applianceand must be easily accessible.

– The plug and cable must not touchthe rear of the appliance as theycould be damaged by vibrations fromthe appliance.

– Nor should other appliances beplugged into a socket located directlybehind this appliance.

In environments with highhumidity condensation can build upon the exterior of the appliance.This condensate can cause corrosionof the appliance walls.For prevention, it is advisable toinstall the appliance with sufficientventilation in a dry and/or airconditioned room.Please ensure that the appliancedoors close properly, the ventilationgaps are not covered over and theappliance is installed in accordancewith these instructions.

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Climate rangeThe appliance is designed for use withina certain climate range (ambienttemperatures) and should not be usedoutside this range. The climate range ofthe appliance is stated on the data plateinside the appliance.

Climate range Ambient roomtemperature

SN +10 to +32 °C

N +16 to +32 °C

ST +16 to +38 °C

T +16 to +43 °C

Operating in a room which is too coldwill result in the compressor switchingoff for too long, causing the internaltemperature in the appliance to rise withthe risk of food deteriorating and goingoff.

VentilationAir at the back of the appliance getswarm.

To ensure effective ventilationthe ventilation gaps must not becovered or blocked. They must alsobe cleaned on a regular basis toremove dust.

Fitting the supplied wallspacers

The wall spacers supplied must beused in order to achieve the statedenergy consumption values and toprevent the build-up of condensationat high ambient temperatures.Appliance depth is increased byapprox. 35 mm with the wall spacersfitted. If the wall spacers are not usedthe functionality of the appliance is notaffected. However, energyconsumption is slightly increased withless distance between the applianceand the wall.

Fit the wall spacers onto the back ofthe appliance on the top left andright.

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Installation

Two people are required forinstalling the appliance.

The appliance must be emptywhen it is installed.

Move the appliance carefully onfloors that are sensitive to scratchingto prevent damage.

For easier installation there aretransport handles on the back at thetop and transport wheels underneaththe appliance.

Prepare the appliance for installationas close as possible to its intendedinstallation location.

Release the mains connection cablefrom the back of the appliance.

Remove the cable clip from the backof the appliance.

Move the appliance carefully to itsintended installation location.

Position the appliance with the wallspacers (if used) or the back close tothe wall.

Aligning the appliance

To align the appliance, adjust thefront feet using the spanner supplied.

If necessary, adjust the rear feet of theappliance using the two adjustmentshafts at the front (located next tothe front feet).

Turn the adjustment shafts clockwiseusing a socket wrench in order toraise the rear of the refrigeratorslightly.

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Supporting the appliance door

Ensure that you unscrew theadjustable foot from the lowerhinge plate until it sits on the floor.Then unscrew the foot by a further¼ turn.

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Installing the appliance inexisting kitchen units

If the required ventilation gapsare not adhered to the compressorwill switch on more often and run forlonger.This will result in increased energyconsumption and a higher operatingtemperature of the compressor. This,in turn, may cause damage to thecompressor.It is essential to observe the requiredventilation gaps.

Top box Refrigeration appliance Housing unit Wall

* The appliance depth is increased byapprox. 35 mm for appliances withwall spacers fitted.

The appliance can be built into a run ofkitchen units and installed directly nextto a kitchen furniture housing unit. Theappliance front must protrude in front offurniture fronts by at least 34 mm at thesides and by at least 55 mm in themiddle. This enables the doors to beopened and shut without beingobstructed. To match the height of thekitchen units in the run, the appliancecan be fitted with a suitable top box .

When installed next to a wall adistance of at least 55 mm must bemaintained on the hinge side betweenthe wall and the appliance .

The larger the ventilation gap, themore economically the compressorwill work.

– A ventilation gap of at least 50 mmdepth must be provided at the backof the appliance behind the wholewidth of the top box for air tocirculate.

– The ventilation gap under the ceilingmust be at least 300 cm2 to ensurethat the warm air can escapeunhindered.

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Appliance dimensions

* Dimensions without wall spacers fitted. Appliance depth is increased by 35 mm with thewall spacers supplied fitted.

A[mm]

B[mm]

C[mm]*

KFN 14827 SDE ed/cs-2 1850 600 630

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To avoid a build-up of condensationand resultant damage, refrigeratorsand freezers should not generally beinstalled directly next to other suchappliances (side by side). However,this appliance has side wall heatingand can be installed side by side withcertain other Miele appliances.

Please contact Miele for informationon which combinations are suitable foryour appliance.

Risk of damage!The assembled side by sidecombination is very heavy. Incorrectmoving of the combination cancause the appliances to becomedented.Please observe the following noteswhen moving a side by sideappliance combination.It is essential that all installation workis carried out by two people.

All fixings required for side by sideinstallation are supplied with theappliance:

The following tools are supplied withthe appliance:

SW 10 spanner

SW 12 Allen key(only needed for refrigerators with heightadjustment at the rear)

The following additional tools arealso required:

– Spirit level

– Cordless screwdriver and

– TX 25 screwdriver


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Installation

This refrigerator with freezer sectionmust be installed to the left of anotherrefrigeration appliance or freezer(when viewed from the front). Theside wall heating in the inner wall ofthis refrigeration appliance isdesigned to prevent the build-up ofcondensation between the twoappliances.

Place the two appliances as close aspossible to their final position so thatthey can be aligned for anyunevenness in the floor. The backs ofthe appliances must be keptaccessible to complete theinstallation.

Before installing peel off anyprotective foil from the appliancecasing.

Notes on moving side by side appliancecombinations:

Push the combination alternately fromthe left and right corners. Whilstdoing so grasp the outside frontcorners. Do not, under anycircumstances, use your knees topush against the sides or theappliance doors.

Once the side by side combination isdirectly in front of the niche, push itcarefully into position.

If it is necessary to pull thecombination back out of the niche,hold it by the lower third and pull itstraight out.


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Installation steps for the front of theappliances

Screw the adjustable feet (forsupporting the doors) in fully usingthe spanner supplied. They mustnot touch the floor.

Fit the caps on the four frontadjustable feet.

Place the appliances next to eachother so that the fronts are aligned,leaving a gap of 10 mm betweenthem.

Remove the top covers .

When the connecting plate is fitted,both appliances will be aligned witheach other in height and depth. If oneappliance stands higher than theother, start with the higher one first.

Place the connecting plate inposition and loosely attach it to oneof the appliances with two screws.

Adjust the connecting plate untilits centre piece abuts against the sideof the appliance.

Now tighten both screws .

Screw the connecting plate to thesecond appliance. When doing sopush the appliances together orfurther apart as necessary.

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Remove the screw if present. It isno longer required.

When the connecting bracket is fitted,both appliances will be aligned witheach other in depth. If one applianceprotrudes more than the other startwith the one that protrudes more.

Position the connecting bracket sothat the vertical slots are next to theappliance where the bracket is to befirst secured.

Secure it loosely in position with twoscrews .

Adjust the connecting bracket untilits centre piece abuts against the sideof the appliance.

Now tighten the screws .

Screw the connecting bracket tothe second appliance. When doing sopush the appliances further togetherif necessary.


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Installation steps for the back of theappliances

Fit the connecting clamp at the topover the middle two side walls.

Then fit the connecting bracket into the appropriate recess below it.

Tighten the connecting bracket with the screw provided. Warning: Do not under anycircumstances drill a hole for thisscrew in the appliance!

Useful tip: To avoid vibrations, neither the clamps,brackets nor the screws should touchthe pipework on the back of theappliances.

Additional installation steps for thefront of the appliances

Risk of damage to the roller plinth!When levelling the appliances by therear adjustable feet, do not use apower screwdriver because thiscould damage the height adjustmentmechanism or loosen the adjusterrods. The adjustable feet must onlybe adjusted by hand.

Adjust the front feet with the spannersupplied .

Screw in the central adjustable feet so that they do not touch the floor.

Now level the complete side by sidecombination with the outermostadjustable feet .


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Press the long piece of stainless steeltrim into the gap at the frontbetween the two appliances. Ensurethat it is seated against theconnecting bracket .

Useful tip: Press both ridges along theentire length of the trim together. Thissimplifies the process of fitting the triminto the gap.

Carefully work the stainless steel trim into the gap. Use a soft cloth to dothis to avoid denting the trim.

Remove the protective foil from thestainless steel trim.

Press the top edge of the short trim into the gap. When doing so makesure that the front edge of the trim isflush with the edge of the connectingplate .

Clip the cover between the twocontrol panels. Ensure that theoutside edges of the cover are flushwith the control panels. The cover isextendable for this purpose.


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Fit the bottom cover from aboveonto the connecting bracket at thebottom of the appliances at the front.

Connect both appliances to theelectricity supply in accordance withtheir individual operating instructions.

Appliances with ice cube maker:Connect the appliance to the watersupply in accordance with itsoperating instructions.

Warning! Risk of damage whenmoving the appliance combination!The assembled side by sidecombination is very heavy. Incorrectmoving can cause dents.Follow the instructions on how tomove it.

The side by side combination mustbe pushed very carefully intoposition.

Adjust the height of the side by sidecombination again if necessary viathe outer two adjustable feet .

Unscrew the middle adjustable feet until they touch the floor.

Support the appliance doors on thehinge plate using the adjustable foot: Unscrew the adjustable foot until it touches the floor. Thenunscrew it by a further 90°.


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Aligning the appliance doorsFor height-adjustable refrigerators(stainless steel appliances): Theappliance doors can be height-adjustedat the lower hinge plates.

Unscrew the set screw a maximumof one turn using the Allen key supplied.

Adjust the height of the hinge pin withthe spanner supplied. Theappliance is delivered with the hingepin fully screwed in.

– To raise the door: turn it clockwise.

– To lower the door: turn it anti-clockwise.

Tighten the set screw . The hingepin is fastened again.

Please align the handles on bothdoors if necessary (see "Changing thedoor hinging").

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The appliance is supplied with left-handhinging. If right-hand hinging isrequired, the hinges must be changed.

Please note that the hinging must notbe changed if this appliance is going tobe installed side by side with anotherrefrigeration appliance.

Always change the door hingingwith the assistance of anotherperson.

If a door seal is damaged or hascome out of the groove, the door willnot close properly and coolingperformance will be reduced.Condensate will build up in theinterior and this can cause a build-upof ice.Do not damage the door seals andensure that they do not come out oftheir groove.

Preparing to change the door hinging

To change the door hinging, you willneed the following tools:

Place a suitable cover on the floor infront of the appliance to protect theappliance door and your floor fromdamage.

Do not change the hinging if thisappliance is going to be installedside by side with anotherrefrigeration appliance. The otherrefrigeration appliance or freezermust be installed to the right of thisrefrigerator.

Removing the door handles

When you pull the door handle , thesidebar slides back.

Pull the sidebar firmly to the backout of the guides on the mountingplate.

Now loosen the four screws (TX15) inthe mounting plate and remove thehandle.

Remove the cover caps from theopposite side, and fit them into theempty holes.


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Removing the upper soft-closemechanism Open the upper appliance door.


Loosen the panel from the soft-close mechanism by inserting a flat-headed screwdriver into the gapsfrom below and, taking care,gradually lifting the panel off.

Push the panel toward theappliance and leave it hanging therebetween the door and appliance forthe time being.

Place the safety device (suppliedwith the refrigerator) on the soft-closemechanism so that it engages.

The safety device prevents the hingefrom snapping shut.

Do not remove the red safety deviceuntil instructed to do so.

Gently loosen the cover from thelatch by inserting a flat-headedscrewdriver from above and below.


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Push the pin up and out frombelow using a flat-headedscrewdriver.

Remove the cover .

Now the soft-close mechanism and theappliance are no longer connected.

Remove the panel .

Slide the soft-close mechanismbracket as far as it will go towardsthe handle side of the door, and undothe screws on the soft-closemechanism.

Using a flat-headed screwdriver, slidethe soft-close door mechanismtowards the handle side of the door,and lever it out at the side.

Put the soft-close mechanism aside.

Removing the upper door

Loosen the cover by carefullyinserting a flat-headed screwdriverinto the gap from below.

Remove the cover together withthe retainer .

Separate the retainer from thecover by pushing it to the leftslightly and then pulling the coverforward and off.

Turn the retainer 180°.

Fit the cover on the retainer from the front and push it to the right.The writing must be visible.

Unscrew the hinge part , turn it180° and fit it on the opposite side. Ifnecessary drill pilot holes for thescrews.

Remove the upper cover by slidingit forward from the back and thenlifting it up and off.

Remove the cover by pulling itupwards.

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Danger of injury when removingthe appliance door!The appliance door is no longersecure once the hinge plate hasbeen removed.The door must be held by a secondperson.

Loosen the screws in the upperhinge plate and pull it upwards andoff.

Danger of injury when removingthe upper door!As soon as the hinge pin is located inthe upper door rather than in themiddle hinge plate, the lower door isnot secured and could fall off.Ensure that the hinge pin remainslocated in the middle hinge plate andin the lower door.

Carefully lift the upper door up andoff and set it aside.

Then fit the cover together with theretainer on the opposite side.

Attach the cover on the oppositeside.

Removing the lower soft-closemechanism Open the lower door.


Loosen the panel from the soft-close mechanism by inserting a flat-headed screwdriver into the gapsfrom below and, taking care,gradually lifting the panel off.


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Push the panel toward theappliance and leave it hanging therebetween the door and appliance forthe time being.

Place the safety device (suppliedwith the refrigerator) on the soft-closemechanism so that it engages.

The safety device prevents the hingefrom snapping shut.

Do not remove the red safety deviceuntil instructed to do so.

Use a flat-headed screwdriver tocarefully remove the cover fromthe side.

With the help of another person, tipthe appliance back slightly.

Push the pin up and out frombelow.

Now the soft-close mechanism and theappliance are no longer connected.

Remove the panel .

Slide the soft-close mechanismbracket as far as it will go towardsthe handle side of the door, and undothe screws on the soft-closemechanism.

Using a flat-headed screwdriver, slidethe soft-close door mechanismtowards the handle side of the door,and lever it out at the side.

Put the soft-close mechanism aside.


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Removing the lower door Close the lower appliance door.

Danger of injury when removingthe lower door!As soon as the hinge pin is removedfrom the lower door, the door is nolonger secured.The door must be held by a secondperson.

Remove the hinge pin from themiddle of the appliance by pulling itupward.

Carefully lift the lower door up andoff, and set it aside.

Pull the cover off.

Unscrew the hinge plate , turn it180°, and screw it into place on theopposite side.

Turn the plastic cap 180° and refitit in the centre of the hinge plate .


Lift each of the plugs out of thedoor bushings and reinsert them onthe opposite side.


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Refitting the lower door

Unscrew the set screw by one turnusing the Allen key supplied.

Pull the hinge pin complete withthe washer and adjusting foot upwards to remove.

Remove the stopper .

Undo the screws and remove thehinge plate .

Unscrew the hinge part from thehinge plate , turn it 180°, and screwit into the opposite hole in the hingeplate.

Insert the stopper into the otherhole.

Unscrew the set screw completelywith the Allen key.

Screw the set screw into the hingeplate on the opposite side until thescrew sits flush with the outer edge ofthe hinge plate. Make sure that theend of the set screw protrudes farenough from the hinge pin hole sothat it can fit into the groove in thehinge pin later (see following picture).

Remove the cover and fit it into theholes on the opposite side.

Screw the hinge plate onto theopposite side, using only the outertwo slots. Do not use the middle holebecause you will not be able to alignthe door later on.

Important: Screw the adjustablefoot into the hinge pin as far asit will go.

Place the entire hinge pin complete with the washer , foot ,and groove onto the end of the setscrew and screw it in.

Tighten the set screw .

Place the lower door on the hingepin from above.

Close the lower appliance door.


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Insert the hinge pin in the middleof the appliance through the hingeplate and into the lower door.

Lower soft-close mechanism

Remove the cover from thepanel , turn it 180°, and reinsert iton the other side.

Insert the soft-close mechanism backinto the door, starting at theappliance side.

Using a flat-headed screwdriver, slidethe soft-close door mechanismtowards the appliance side.

The screw holes on the left and rightmust line up perfectly.

First screw the soft-close mechanismonto the appliance side, then onto thehandle side using the screws ,pushing it firmly towards theappliance.

Attach the panel onto the soft-closemechanism bracket .

Pull the soft-close mechanismbracket toward the hinge plate andinsert the pin from above so thatthe square fits into the recess.

Fit the cover back into place sothat it engages.


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Make sure that the cover fits properlyso that the door can be closed withouthindrance and the pin is secured.

Remove the safety device .

Replace the panel onto the soft-close mechanism from above,clicking it back into place first at thebottom and then at the top.

Close the lower appliance door.

Refitting the upper door Place the upper door onto the hinge

pin in the middle of the appliance.


Fit the hinge plate on the oppositeside and secure it in place with thescrews .

Useful tip: Drill pilot holes for thescrews first.


Align the door with the appliancehousing using the slots in the lowerhinge plate. Then tighten the screws.

Refitting the upper soft-closemechanism

Remove the cover from thepanel , turn it 180°, and reinsert iton the other side.

Insert the soft-close mechanism backinto the door, starting at theappliance side.

Using a flat-headed screwdriver, slidethe soft-close door mechanismtowards the appliance side.


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The screw holes on the left and rightmust line up perfectly.

First screw the soft-close mechanismonto the appliance side, then onto thehandle side using the screws ,pushing it firmly towards theappliance.

Attach the panel onto the soft-close mechanism bracket .

Slide the cover on from the side sothat the openings for the pin arealigned.

Pull the soft-close mechanismbracket toward the hinge plate andinsert the pin from above so thatthe square fits into the recess.

Click the cover completely intoplace.

Make sure that the cover fits properlyso that the door can be closed withouthindrance and the pin is secured.

Remove the safety device .

Replace the panel onto the soft-close mechanism from above,clicking it back into place first at thebottom and then at the top.



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Reattaching the door handles

Please make sure you follow theinstructions below carefully when yourefit the handles. The door seal will bedamaged if the handles are fittedincorrectly.

To begin with, loosely attach the doorhandle to the opposite side with thetwo front screws .

The mounting plate must bepositioned on the door casing so thatwhen the door is closed it is flush withthe outer wall of the appliance.

If this is not the case, turn the twopre-mounted set screws with theAllen key until the mounting plate is positioned at the correct angle.

Firmly tighten all 4 screws .

From the appliance side, slide thesidebar into the guide on themounting plate until you hear it clickinto place.

Make sure that the sidebar doesnot come into contact with the doorseal when the door is opened. Thiswould cause permanent damage tothe door seal.

If this is the case, realign themounting plate using the setscrews until the mounting plateand the sidebar are at the correctangle and the sidebar no longercomes into contact with the sealwhen the door is opened.

Aligning the appliance doors

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The appliance doors can be alignedwith the appliance housing after theyhave been fitted.

In the following illustration the door isnot shown in the closed position tomake it easier to see what you have todo.

To align the lower door use the longouter slots in the lower hinge plate:

Remove the centre screw from thehinge plate.

Slightly loosen both outer screws .

Align the door by sliding the hingeplate to the left or right.

Then tighten the screws . Thescrew does not need to be refitted.

To align the upper door, use the outerslots in the middle hinge plate:

Slightly loosen both screws .

Align the door by sliding the hingeplate to the left or right.

Then tighten the screws .

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