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Contents

Operating and installation instructions

Refrigerator

with Dynamic cooling

K 8952 SD ed-1

To avoid the risk of accidents or

damage to the appliance, it is

essential to read these instructions

before it is installed and used for the

first time.

M.-Nr. 06 777 840

Description of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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

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

How to save energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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

Switching off for longer periods of time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

The correct temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

. . . in the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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

Temperature display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Super cool and Dynamic cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Super cool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Dynamic cooling m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Using the refrigerator efficiently. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Different storage zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Storing food correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Unpacked meats and vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Protein rich foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Meat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Adjusting the interior fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Automatic defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Cleaning the outer casing, the interior and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Ventilation gaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Door seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Metal grille at the back of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Electrical connection IRL, U.K., ZA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Electrical connection AUS, NZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Contents

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Climate range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Side-by-side installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Aligning the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Changing the door hinging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Building in the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Contents

aDynamic cooling button and

indicator light

bTemperature display

cSuper cool button and indicator light

dOn/Off and temperature selector dial

Description of the appliance

aFan

bButter and cheese compartment

cEgg tray

dInterior lighting

eShelves

fBottle rack *

gDoor shelf

hCondensate channel and

drain hole

iFruit and vegetable containers

jDivider*

* depending on model

Description of the appliance

Disposal of the packing

material

The transport and protective packing

has been selected from materials which

are environmentally friendly for

disposal, and can normally be

recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings,

bags etc. are disposed of safely and

kept out of the reach of babies and

young children. Danger of suffocation!

Rather than just throwing these

materials away, please ensure that they

are recycled.

Disposal of your old appliance

Please ensure that the appliance

presents no danger to children while

being stored for disposal.

It should be unplugged or

disconnected from the mains electricity

supply by a competent person. The

plug must be rendered useless and the

cable cut off directly behind the

appliance to prevent misuse. See the

"Warning and Safety" section of this

booklet for further details.

Electrical and electronic appliances

often contain materials which, if

handled or disposed of incorrectly,

could be potentially hazardous to

human health and to the environment.

They are, however, essential for the

correct functioning of your appliance.

Please dispose of your old appliance at

your local community waste collection /

recycling centre and not with your

household waste.

Take care not to damage the pipework

at the back of it before or during

transportation to an authorised

collection depot.

In this way, refrigerant in the pipework

and oil in the compressor will be

contained, and will not leak out into the

environment.

Caring for the environment

This appliance complies with all

relevant legal safety requirements.

Improper use can, however, present

a risk of both personal injury and

material damage.

To avoid the risk of accidents and

damage to the appliance, read

these instructions carefully before

installation and before using for the

first time. They contain important

notes on the installation, safety,

operation and care of the appliance.

Keep these instructions in a safe

place and pass them on to any

future user.

Correct use

This appliance is intended for

domestic use only for the cool

storage of food and drink.

Any other usage is not supported by

the manufacturer and could be

dangerous. The manufacturer cannot

be held liable for damage caused by

incorrect or improper use of the

appliance.

This appliance is not a toy! To avoid

the risk of injury, do not allow

children to play on or near it, or to

play with the controls. Supervise its

use by the elderly or infirm.

Technical safety

This appliance contains the coolant

Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas

which is environmentally friendly.

Although it is flammable, it does not

damage the ozone layer and does not

increase the greenhouse effect. The

use of this coolant has, however, led to

a slight increase in the noise level of the

appliance. In addition to the noise of

the compressor, you might be able to

hear the coolant flowing around the

system. This is unavoidable, but does

not have any adverse effect on the

performance of the appliance. Care

must be taken during transportation

and setting up of the appliance that no

parts of the cooling system are

damaged. Leaking coolant can

damage the eyes.

In the event of any damage:

- avoid open fires and anything which

creates a spark,

- disconnect from the mains,

- air the room in which the appliance is

located for several minutes and

- contact the Service Department for

advice.

The more coolant there is in an

appliance, the larger the room it

should be installed in. In the event of a

leakage, if the appliance is in a small

room, there is the danger of

combustible gases building up.

For every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m3of

room space is required. The amount of

coolant in the appliance is stated on the

data plate inside the appliance.

Warning and Safety instructions

Before connecting the appliance to

the mains supply make sure that

the rating on the data plate

corresponds to the voltage and

frequency of the household supply.

This data must correspond in order to

avoid the risk of damage to the

appliance. Consult a qualified

electrician if in any doubt.

The electrical safety of this

appliance can only be guaranteed

when continuity is complete between

the appliance and an effective earthing

system which complies with local and

national safety regulations. It is most

important that this basic safety

requirement is present and regularly

tested, and where there is any doubt,

the household wiring system should be

inspected by a qualified electrician.

The manufacturer cannot be held liable

for the consequences of an inadequate

earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

Safe operation of the appliance is

only assured if it has been installed

and connected in accordance with

these operating and installation

instructions.

This equipment may only be used

in mobile installations such as

ships, caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk

assessment of the installation has been

carried out by a suitably qualified

engineer.

Installation work, maintenance and

repairs may only be carried out by

suitably qualified and competent

persons in accordance with current

national and local safety regulations.

Repairs and other work by unqualified

persons could be dangerous and the

manufacturer will not be held liable.

Ensure current is not supplied to the

appliance until after maintenance or

repair work has been carried out.

The appliance is only completely

isolated from the electricity supply

when:

–it has been switched off at the wall

socket and the plug has been

withdrawn, or

–the mains fuse is withdrawn, or

–the screw-out fuse is removed (in

countries where this is applicable).

Do not connect the appliance to

the mains electricity supply by an

extension lead.

Extension leads do not guarantee the

required safety of the appliance (e.g.

danger of overheating).

Use

Do not store explosive materials in

the appliance or any products

containing propellants (e.g. spray

cans). Thermostats switching on may

produce sparks which could present a

fire hazard. Flammable compounds

could explode.

Do not use any electrical

equipment in this appliance, e.g.

ice cream makers. Danger of sparking

and explosion!

If storing alcohol with a high

percentage proof, make sure it is

tightly closed and stored upright.

Danger of explosion.

Warning and Safety instructions

Observe the "use by" dates given

on food to avoid the risk of food

poisoning.

Storage times will depend on several

factors, including the freshness and

quality of the food as well as the

temperature at which it is stored. Follow

the instructions given on food

manufacturer’s packaging on storage

conditions required, as well as the "use

by" date.

Do not use sharp edged objects to

–remove frost and ice,

–separate food which has become

frozen. They will damage the

evaporator, causing irreversible

damage to the appliance.

Do not use defrosting sprays or

de-icers, as they might contain

substances which could damage the

plastic parts or which could cause a

build-up of gases and pose a danger to

health.

Do not use any oils or grease on

the door seal, as these will cause

the seal to deteriorate and become

porous with time.

If storing bottles of oil or food

containing high levels of fat or oil in

the appliance, take care not to let the

fat or oil come into contact with plastic

components. These can cause stress

cracks to occur in the plastic

components.

Do not block the ventilation gaps in

the appliance as this would impair

the efficiency of the appliance, increase

the electricity consumption and could

cause damage to the appliance.

The appliance is designed for use

within certain climate ranges

(ambient temperatures), and should not

be used outside this range. The climate

range for your appliance is stated on

the data plate inside the appliance.

Installing it in a room with too low an

ambient temperature, e.g. a garage,

will lead to the appliance switching off

for longer periods so that it cannot

maintain the required temperature.

Do not use a steam-cleaning

appliance to clean this appliance.

Pressurised steam could reach the

electrical components and cause a

short circuit.

In countries where there are areas

which may be subject to infestation

by cockroaches or other vermin, pay

particular attention to keeping the

appliance and its surroundings in a

clean condition at all times. Any

damage which may be caused by

cockroaches or other vermin will not be

covered by the guarantee.

Warning and Safety instructions

Disposal of your old appliance

Before disposing of an old

appliance, first make the door latch

or lock unusable.

This way you will prevent children from

accidentally locking themselves in and

endangering their lives.

Disconnect the appliance. Cut off

the cable and render any plug

unusable.

Be careful not to damage any part

of the pipework whilst awaiting

disposal, e.g. by

– puncturing the refrigerant channels

in the evaporator.

– bending any pipework.

– scratching the surface coating.

Splashes of refrigerant can damage the

eyes.

The manufacturer cannot be held

liable for damage caused by

non-compliance with these Warning

and Safety instructions.

Warning and Safety instructions

Normal energy consumption Increased energy

consumption

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

Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight.

Not situated near to a heat source

(radiator, oven).

Situated near to a heat source

(radiator, oven).

Where the ambient room

temperature is ideal at approx.

20°C.

Where there is a high ambient

room temperature.

Temperature setting with

a thermostat which is

approximate (set in

stages).

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

temperature in the appliance, the

higher the energy consumption.

Temperature setting with

a thermostat which is

exact to the degree

(digital display).

Cellar section 8 to 12°C On appliances with winter setting,

please make sure that the winter

setting is switched off when the

ambient temperature is warmer

than 16 °C.

Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C

StayFresh zone just above 0 °C

Freezer section -18°C

Use Only open the door when

necessary and for as short a time

as possible.

Frequent opening of the door for

long periods will cause a loss of

coldness.

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

organised way, searching for an

item will mean the door is open for

longer.

Allow hot food and drinks to cool

down before placing them in the

appliance.

Placing hot food in the appliance

will cause the compressor to run

for a long time, as the appliance

will have to work harder to lower

the temperature.

Store food covered or packaged. The evaporation or condensation

of liquids will cause a loss of

coldness in the refrigerator.

Place frozen food in the

refrigerator to defrost.

Do not over-fill the appliance to

allow air to circulate.

How to save energy

Normal energy

consumption

Increased energy

consumption

Defrosting Defrost the freezer when a layer of

ice one centimetre thick has built

up.

A layer of ice hinders the cold

from reaching the frozen food, and

causes an increase in energy

consumption.

How to save energy

Before using for the first time

The stainless steel surface and the

stainless steel trim on the shelves have

a layer of protective foil to prevent

scratching during transportation.

^Do not remove this foil until the

appliance has been installed or built

in. Start at one of the upper corners.

^Wipe stainless steel surfaces over

with a suitable proprietary

conditioning agent for stainless steel,

such as Neoblank (available from the

Miele UK Spare Parts Department).

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions

and apply with an even pressure in

the direction of the grain.

^Clean the inside of the appliance and

the accessories with warm water and

a little washing up liquid, and then

dry with a soft cloth.

Important:

To ensure the correct functioning of

the appliance, let it stand for

between 1½ and 2 hours after

transporting it to its final location

before connecting it to the mains.

Switching on

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

clockwise direction away from the "0"

position until the temperature display

lights up.

Forcing it beyond its range will

damage it. Turn it only as far as it will

go, then turn it back again.

The appliance begins to cool down,

and the temperature required for the

refrigerator shows in the temperature

display. The interior light will come on

when the door is opened.

Switching off

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

an anti-clockwise direction back to

the "0" position.

All the indicator lights go out and the

cooling system is switched off.

Switching off for longer

periods of time

If the appliance is not going to be used

for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst

on holiday,

^switch the appliance off,

^switch off at the wall socket and

withdraw the plug,

^clean the appliance out and

^leave the door ajar to air the

appliance.

If, during a long absence, the

appliance is switched off but not

cleaned out and the door is left shut,

mould and odours are likely to build

up inside the appliance.

Switching on and off

It is very important to set the correct

temperature for storing food in the

appliance. Micro-organisms will cause

food which is not stored at the correct

temperature to deteriorate rapidly.

Temperature influences the growth rate

of these micro-organisms. Reducing

the temperature reduces their growth

rate.

The temperature in the appliance will

rise:

–the more often the door is opened

and the longer it is kept open,

–if too much food is stored in it at

once,

– the warmer the food is which is being

put into it,

– the higher the ambient temperature

surrounding the appliance.

The appliance is designed for use in

specific ambient temperatures

(climate ranges). Do not use in

ambient temperatures for which it is

not designed.

. . . in the refrigerator

We recommend a temperature of 5 °C

in the middle of the refrigerator.

Setting the temperature

The temperature is set using the

temperature dial.

^Using a coin, turn the dial in a

clockwise direction away from the "0"

position.

Forcing it beyond its range will

damage it. Turn it only as far as it will

go, then turn it back again.

Temperature display

The temperature display on the

control panel always shows the

required temperature.

If you want the temperature in the

refrigerator to be 5 °C,

^turn the temperature dial clockwise

from 0 until the 5°C LED lights up on

the control panel.

The temperature can be set slightly

colder within the displayed temperature

range (e.g. between 5 °C and 3 °C).

^Turn the temperature dial slowly in a

clockwise direction from the 5°C LED

position until the 3°C LED flashes

briefly in the temperature display.

The temperature is now set in between

5°C and 3°C.

The correct temperature

Super cool

The Super cool function can be used to

rapidly reduce the temperature in the

refrigerator to its lowest setting

(depending on the room temperature),

and is particularly recommended for

faster chilling of large amounts of fresh

food or drink.

Switching on Super cool

^Press the Super cool button. The

Super cool indicator light will come

on.

The appliance will then work at full

power to lower the temperature in the

appliance.

Switching off Super cool

The Super cool function will switch itself

off automatically after approx. 6 hours.

The indicator light will go out and the

appliance will continue running at

normal power.

To save energy, the Super cool function

can be switched off once food and

drinks are sufficiently chilled.

^Press the Super cool button, the

Super cool indicator light will go out,

and the appliance will continue to

operate at normal power.

Dynamic cooling m

When the Dynamic cooling function is

not switched on, the natural circulation

of air in the appliance will cause

different temperature zones in the

refrigerator as the cold, heavy air will

sink to the lowest section of the

appliance. You should bear this in mind

when placing food in the appliance

(see "Using the refrigerator efficiently").

However, if you are placing a large

amount of food in the refrigerator at any

one time, it is a good idea to switch on

Dynamic cooling. This way you can

distribute the temperature inside the

appliance to all areas more evenly so

that all the food will be chilled to about

the same degree.

The temperature is set as normal with

the temperature control.

Dynamic cooling should also be

selected when:

– the ambient temperature in the room

is high (above approx. 30 °C), and

–the room humidity level is high.

Switching on Dynamic cooling

^Press the Dynamic cooling button

m. The Dynamic cooling indicator

light will come on.

Super cool and Dynamic cooling

Switching off Dynamic cooling

^Press the Dynamic cooling button

m. The Dynamic cooling indicator

light will go out.

The fan automatically switches off

when the door is open.

Super cool and Dynamic cooling

Different storage zones

Due to the natural circulation of the air

in the appliance, there are different

temperature zones in the refrigerator.

Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest

section of the appliance. Make use of

the different zones when placing food

in the appliance.

Warmest area

The warmest area is in the top section

of the door. Use this for storing butter

and cheese.

Coldest area

The coldest area in a refrigerator is

directly above the vegetable

containers.

Use this for all delicate and highly

perishable food, e.g.

– fish, meat, poultry,

– sausage products, ready meals,

–dishes or baked goods containing

eggs or cream,

–fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza or

quiche dough,

–soft cheese and other dairy

products,

–pre-packed vegetables and other

fresh food with a label stating it

should be kept at a temperature of

approx. 4 °C.

Do not store explosive materials in

the appliance or any products

containing propellants (e.g. spray

cans). Danger of explosion.

If storing alcohol with a high

percentage proof, make sure it is

tightly closed, and store upright.

If storing bottles of oil or food

containing high levels of fat or oil in

the appliance, take care not to let

the fat or oil come into contact with

plastic components. These can

cause stress cracks to occur in the

plastic components.

Food must not touch the back wall of

the appliance, as it may freeze to the

back wall.

Food which should not be

stored in a refrigerator

Not all food is suitable for storing in the

refrigerator. These include:

–Fruit and vegetables which are

sensitive to cold, such as bananas,

avocado pears, papaya, passion

fruit, aubergines/eggplant,

peppers/capsicum, tomatoes and

cucumbers

–Fruit which is not yet ripe

–Potatoes

–Some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan

Using the refrigerator efficiently

Storing food correctly

Store food covered or packaged. This

will prevent food smells or tastes from

affecting other foods, and prevent food

from drying out and also any

cross-contamination of bacteria. The

growth of bacteria, such as salmonella,

can be avoided by setting the correct

temperature and maintaining good

standards of hygiene.

Fruit and vegetables

Fruit and vegetables can be stored

loose in the vegetable containers.

However, you should bear in mind that

some types of vegetables give off a

natural gas which speeds up the rate at

which food perishes. Some fruit and

vegetables react strongly to this gas

and should not be stored together.

Examples of fruit which produce a

large amount of this natural gas are:

Apples, apricots, pears, nectarines,

peaches, plums, avocado pears and

figs.

Examples of fruit and vegetables

which react strongly to the natural

gases given off by other types of fruit

and vegetables are:

Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels

sprouts, mangos, honeydew melons,

apples, apricots, cucumbers, tomatoes,

pears, nectarines and peaches.

Unpacked meats and vegetables

Different types of unpacked meats and

vegetables must be kept separate. To

avoid any microbiological

cross-contamination, these foods may

only be stored together if they are

wrapped.

Protein rich foods

Please note that foods rich in protein

deteriorate faster than others.

Shell fish, for example, deteriorates

faster than fish, and fish deteriorates

faster than meat.

Meat

Meat should be stored loosely covered

in suitable containers or packaging.

Allowing the surface of the meat to dry

slightly helps to prevent the growth of

bacteria. To prevent the risk of bacterial

cross-contamination meat should not

be allowed to come into contact with

other foods.

Using the refrigerator efficiently

Moving the shelves

The shelves can be adjusted according

to the height of the food.

^Raise the shelf at the front, pull it out

half way, and then lift it out.

^With the rear barrier facing upwards,

place the shelf at the required

position.

The rear barrier must face upwards to

prevent food from touching the back

of the appliance and freezing to it.

Split shelf

In order to accommodate tall items in

the appliance, one of the shelves is

divided. The front section can be

pushed under the rear section.

^Pull the front half of the glass shelf

forwards slightly and then push it

carefully under the rear half.

Adjusting the door shelves

^Push the door shelf upwards, then

remove it by pulling it forwards.

^Replace the door shelf at the

required position. Ensure that it is

securely pushed back into position.

Moving the bottle divider

(depending on model)

The bottle divider can be moved to the

left or right to ensure that bottles are

held securely in position when the door

is opened and shut.

Adjusting the interior fittings

Condensate and frost can build up on

the back wall of the refrigerator whilst it

is in use. These are automatically

removed and defrosted by the

appliance.

The condensate is drained away via a

channel and drain hole into an

evaporation system at the back of the

appliance.

Ensure that the condensate channel

and drain hole are kept clean and

are never blocked so that

condensate can flow away without

hindrance.

Automatic defrost

Never use cleaning agents

containing abrasive substances

such as sand, soda, acids or

chemical solvents.

"Non-abrasive" cleaning agents are

also unsuitable as they can cause

matt areas to appear.

Stainless steel surfaces can be

buffed using a proprietary

conditioning agent for stainless steel

such as Neoblank (available from

the Miele UK Spare Parts

Department).

Follow the manufacturer’s

instructions and apply with an even

pressure following the direction of

the grain.

Make sure that water cannot get into

the electronic unit or into the lighting.

Do not let water get into the

drainage channel and drain hole

when cleaning.

Do not use steam cleaning

apparatus to clean the appliance.

Steam could reach the electrical

components and cause a short

circuit.

The data plate located inside the

appliance must not be removed. It

contains information which is required

in the event of a service call.

Before cleaning

^Switch the appliance off by turning

the temperature selector to "0",

switching off at the wall socket and

removing the plug.

^Take any food out of the appliance

and store it in a cool place.

^Take out any removable parts, e.g.

shelves, for cleaning.

^The stainless steel trim can be pulled

off the front edge of the shelves for

cleaning.

Cleaning the outer casing, the

interior and accessories

^Clean the appliance at least once a

month using warm water and a little

washing-up liquid.

^Accessories and shelves should all

be hand-washed. The butter dish is,

however, dishwasher safe.

^To help prevent re-soiling, a

proprietary stainless steel

conditioning agent, such as

Neoblank, can be used on stainless

steel surfaces.

^Clean the condensate channel and

drain hole frequently, so that

condensate can drain away

unhindered. Use a straw or similar to

clear the drain if necessary.

^After cleaning, wipe the interior and

accessories with a damp cloth and

dry with a soft cloth. Leave the door

open to air the appliance for a short

while.

Cleaning and care

E-Cloth

^A microfibre "E-Cloth" can be used for

cleaning surfaces such as stainless

steel, glass, plastic and chrome

without the use of chemicals. These

are available from the Miele UK

Spare Parts Department, and from

good retail outlets.

Ventilation gaps

^The ventilation gaps should be

cleaned regularly with a brush or

vacuum cleaner. A build-up of dust

will increase the energy consumption

of the appliance.

Door seal

Do not use any oils or grease on the

door seal as these will cause the

seal to deteriorate and become

porous over time.

The door seal should be cleaned

regularly with clean water and then

wiped dry with a soft cloth.

Metal grille at the back of the

appliance

The metal grille at the back of the

appliance (heat exchanger) should be

dusted at least once a year. A build-up

of dust will increase the energy

consumption of the appliance.

When cleaning the grille, make sure

that the pipework and other

components do not get broken or

damaged in any way.

After cleaning

^Replace all shelves and accessories

in the appliance.

^Insert the plug in the socket and

switch the appliance back on.

^Place food back in the appliance and

close the door.

Cleaning and care

Repairs to electrical appliances

should only be carried out by a

suitably qualified and competent

person in strict accordance with

current local and national safety

regulations. Repairs and other work

by unqualified persons could be

dangerous. The manufacturer

cannot be held liable for

unauthorised work.

Some minor problems can be corrected

without contacting the Service

Department.

What to do if . . .

. . . the appliance does not get cool.

^Make sure that the temperature dial is

not pointing to the "0" position.

^Check that the plug is correctly

inserted in the socket and switched

on.

^Check that the fuse is not defective

and that the mains fuse has not

blown. If it has, contact the Miele Ser-

vice Department.

. . . the temperature in the refrigerator

is too low.

^Turn the temperature selector to a

setting closer to "0".

^The Super cool function is still

switched on. Super cool only

switches itself off after 6 hours.

. . . the appliance is switching in too

frequently and for too long.

^Check whether the ventilation gaps

have been covered over or become

too dusty.

^Check whether, the metal grille (heat

exchanger) at the back of the

appliance has become too dusty.

^The appliance door is being opened

frequently.

^Check that the door has been closed

properly.

. . . the interior light in the refrigerator

is not working.

^Make sure that the temperature dial is

not pointing to the "0" position.

If it is not pointing to the "0" position the

bulb is defective:

^Disconnect the appliance from the

mains. Switch off at the wall and

withdraw the plug from the socket, or

disconnect the mains fuse or remove

the screw-out fuse in countries where

this is applicable.

^Press the sides of the lamp cover

together a, disengage the cover and

unclip it at the rear b.

Problem solving guide

^Unscrew the lamp and replace it with

a new one.

Lamp specification:

220 - 240 V, max. 25 W, E 14 fitting.

^Screw the new lamp into the

connection. Ensure it goes in

correctly and that the seal cmakes

a tight fit.

^Replace the cover by clipping it in at

the rear and then pressing it in at the

sides.

. . . the floor of the refrigerator is wet.

The drain hole is blocked.

^Clean the condensate channel and

drain hole.

If you still cannot remedy the fault

having followed these suggestions,

please contact the Miele Service

Department.

To prevent unnecessary loss of

temperature it is advisable not to

open the door while waiting for the

appliance to be serviced.

Problem solving guide

Normal noises What causes them

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

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

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

through the pipes.

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

motor on and off.

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

hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance.

Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the

system is unavoidable.

Noises that you can

easily rectify

What causes them, and what can you do about

them?

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

level, by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the

appliance.

The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of

furniture: Move it away.

Drawers, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking: Check

all removable items and refit them correctly.

Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against

each other? Separate them.

The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of

the appliance: Remove the clips.

Noises

In the event of a fault which you cannot

correct yourself, or if the appliance is

under guarantee, please contact:

–your Miele Dealer

–the Miele Service Department (see

back cover for address).

When contacting your Dealer or the

Service Department, please quote the

model and serial number of your

appliance. This information is given on

the data plate.

Please note that telephone calls may

be monitored and recorded for

training purposes.

After sales service

All electrical work should be carried out

by a suitably qualified and competent

person in strict accordance with current

local and national safety regulations

(BS 7651 in the UK).

The appliance is supplied with a mains

cable and moulded plug ready for

connection to an a.c. single phase

220-240 V 50 Hz supply.

The voltage and frequency are given on

the data plate. Please ensure that these

match the household mains supply. The

fuse rating is quoted on the plug.

Connection should be made via a

suitable switched socket which is easily

accessible. For extra safety it is

advisable to install a residual current

device (RCD) with a trip current of 30

mA (in accordance with DIN VDE 0664,

VDE 0100, Section 739).

Do not connect the appliance to the

mains electricity supply by an extension

lead. Extension leads do not guarantee

the required safety of the appliance

(e.g. danger of overheating).

The appliance must not be connected

to an inverter and must not be used

with a plug adapter as these can cause

damage to the appliance’s electronic

unit.

Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363)

The fuse cover must be re-fitted when

changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover

is lost, the plug must not be used until a

suitable replacement is obtained. The

colour of the correct replacement cover

is that of the coloured insert in the base

of the plug, or the colour that is

embossed in words in the base of the

plug (as applicable to the design of the

plug fitted).

Replacement fuses should be ASTA

approved to BS 1362 and have the

correct rating. Replacement fuses and

fuse covers may be purchased from

your local electrical supplier.

WARNING

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE

EARTHED

Electrical connection IRL, U.K., ZA

All electrical work should be carried out

by a suitably qualified and competent

person in accordance with local and

national safety regulations.

The appliance is supplied with a mains

cable and moulded plug ready for

connection to 220-240 V 50 Hz supply.

The voltage and frequency are given on

the data plate. Please ensure that these

match the household mains supply.

Connection should be made via a

suitable switched socket which is easily

accessible. For extra safety it is

advisable to install a residual current

device (RCD) with a trip current of 30

mA.

Do not connect the appliance to the

mains electricity supply by an extension

lead. Extension leads do not guarantee

the required safety of the appliance

(e.g. danger of overheating).

The appliance must not be connected

to an inverter and must not be used

with a plug adapter as these can cause

damage to the appliance’s electronic

unit.

WARNING

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE

EARTHED

Electrical connection AUS, NZ

Do not place any appliance which

gives off heat, such as a toaster or

microwave oven, on top of this

appliance, as this would increase

the appliance’s energy consumption.

Location

The appliance should be installed in a

dry, well-ventilated room.

The room temperature should not go

above or below the climate range for

which the appliance is designed.

The higher the ambient temperature of

the room, the more energy the

appliance requires to operate.

It should not be installed where it is

exposed to direct sunlight or directly

adjacent to a heat-producing appliance

such as an oven or a radiator.

Climate range

The appliance is designed for use

within certain climate ranges (ambient

temperatures), and should not be used

outside this range. The climate range of

the appliance is stated on the data

plate inside the appliance.

Climate range Ambient room

temperature

SN-ST

SN-T

+10°C to +32°C

+16°C to +32°C

+18°C to +38°C

+18°C to +43°C

+10 °C to +38 °C

+10 °C to +43 °C

Operating in a room which is too cold

will cause the cooling system to switch

off for too long, causing the internal

temperature in the appliance to rise

with the risk of food deteriorating and

going off.

Side-by-side installation

To avoid a build-up of condensation

and resultant damage, refrigerators and

freezers should not generally be

installed side-by-side next to another

refrigerator or freezer.

However, there are certain models with

insulated side wall heating which are

suitable for side-by-side installation with

this refrigerator.

Ask your dealer which models can

be combined with your refrigerator.

^Instructions on how to install the two

appliances side-by-side are given in

the instruction booklet supplied with

the matching freezer or

fridge-freezer.

Ventilation

Air at the back of the appliance gets

warm. To ensure sufficient ventilation,

the ventilation gaps must not be

covered over. The air inlet and outlet

must not be covered or blocked in any

way. They should be dusted on a

regular basis.

Installation

^Remove any cable clips from the

back of the appliance.

^Check that all parts at the back of the

appliance are unhindered. Carefully

remove any hindrance.

^Carefully push the appliance into

position. The appliance can be

placed directly against a wall.

Aligning the appliance

^To align the appliance adjust the feet

using the spanner supplied.

Installation

The appliance is supplied right-hand

hinged. If left-hand door hinging is

required, follow the instructions below.

Removing the door handle:

First the side section of the handle must

be removed:

^Pull door handle atowards you. Side

section bslides back, creating a

gap dbetween side section band

mounting plate c.

^Place a suitable object (e.g. a spoon

handle) in gap d, and slowly lever

the handle towards the door.

Be careful not to let the "spoon

handle" slip, causing damage to the

appliance.

The side section bcan now be

removed.

^Pull side section bout of the guides

on the mounting plate.

^Loosen the 4 screws (Torx 15) in the

mounting plate, and remove the

handle.

^Remove the cover caps from the

opposite side, and fit them into the

empty holes.

Changing over the door:

^Open the appliance door.

^Use a screwdriver to lever plinth a

out, then pull it forwards and out.

^Use a screwdriver to remove cover

b, then close the door.

^Remove screw ccompletely.

^Pull door support dtogether with

hinge pin edownwards, then tilt it

forwards and take it off.

Changing the door hinging

^Open the door, tilt it downwards and

take it off.

^Remove cover f, and unscrew hinge

bracket g.

^Fit hinge pin hin the second hole of

hinge bracket g.

^Refit bracket iand cover jturned

through 180° on the opposite side.

^Screw hinge bracket ginto the

opposite side.

The M4 screw has to be screwed into

the left hole of the hinge bracket.

^Turn cover fthrough 180°, and fit it

on the other side.

^Remove spacer kwith a screwdriver

and refit it on the opposite side.

^Remove plug lfrom the door

bearing bush in the door and refit on

the opposite side.

^Unscrew tappet m.

Keep it in a safe place just in case

you ever decide to change the door

hinging back to right hand hinging.

^Screw the tappet supplied ninto the

opposite side using the same screw

^Hang the door on hinge pin hand

then close the appliance door.

In the following illustration the door

is not shown in the closed position to

make it easier to see what happens

next.

^Turn door support bthrough 180°,

pull hinge pin aout, and then fit both

parts into hinge plate f:

To do this push hinge pin athe other

way round through hinge plate finto

door support b. Swing the door

support in, push upwards and

re-assemble with screw c.

Changing the door hinging

^Align the door with the appliance

housing using the long slot in hinge

plate f. Then tighten screw c.

^Refit plinth fascia d, pushing it firmly

into position.

^With the door open, position cover e

in the front of the plinth facing, and

push it firmly into position.

Refitting the handle:

Please make sure you follow the

instructions below carefully when

you refit the handle. The door seal

will be damaged if the handle is

fitted incorrectly.

^Loosely attach the handle to the

opposite side of the door with the two

front screws b.

Mounting plate cmust be positioned

on the side of the door so that when the

door is closed it is flush with the side of

the appliance.

If this is not the case,

^Tighten the two grub screws awith

the allen key provided until mounting

plate clines up correctly.

^Then tighten all 4 fixing screws b.

^Slide the side section of the handle

dinto the guides on the mounting

plate until it clicks into place.

It is important to check that the side

section of the handle d, does not

come into contact with the door seal

when opening the door, as this

would damage the door seal

permanently.

If, after you have refitted the handle,

you find that the side section does

touch the door seal when the door is

opened:

^Realign mounting plate cwith grub

screws auntil the mounting plate

and the side section of the handle d

are at the correct angle and the side

section does not touch the seal when

the door is opened.

Changing the door hinging

600 mm wide appliances can be

installed into a kitchen run. To match

the height of the rest of the kitchen, the

appliance can be fitted with a suitable

top box a.

A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm

depth must be allowed for behind the

appliance and top box, if fitted, for air

to circulate.

A gap of at least 40 mm is required

between the top of the appliance (or

top box) and the ceiling to ensure that

air can circulate without hindrance.

Otherwise the appliance has to work

harder, resulting in an increase in

electricity consumption.

The air inlet and outlet must not be

covered or blocked in any way.

They should be dusted on a regular

basis.

When built into a kitchen run (max.

depth 580 mm) the appliance can be

installed directly next to a kitchen

furniture housing unit. The appliance

door bwill protrude in front of furniture

fronts at the sides by 34 mm and by

51 mm in the middle of the door. This

enables the doors to be opened and

shut without being obstructed.

When installed next to a wall ca

distance of approx. 36 mm is needed

on the hinge side between the wall and

the appliance, so that the door and the

handle have sufficient space for

opening.

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