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Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 942 040...
Contents Warning and Safety instructions................ 5 Caring for the environment ................ 14 Installation...................... 15 Location......................... 15 Installation notes ....................16 Adjoining cabinets/units ................... 16 Load-bearing capacity of the niche floor ............17 Ventilation ......................17 Door hinging ..................... 17 Side-by-side units .................... 18 Installation dimensions..................
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Carrying out a Self test ..................65 Switching on the Door assistant ................ 66 Switching off the Door assistant ............... 68 Miele@home ......................68 Switching off Demo mode .................. 72 Resetting the settings to their factory default settings ........73 Switching Sabbath mode on or off ..............75 Switching on, switching off, or resetting the Display Active AirClean filter ..
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Contents Storing food in the MasterFresh zone ............... 87 MasterFresh zone ....................87 Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture regulator ......87 Dry compartment with adjustable temperature..........89 Automatic defrosting .................. 91 Cleaning and care .................... 92 Cleaning agents..................... 92 Before cleaning the appliance................93 Cleaning the interior and accessories ..............
“Installation”, as well as in the “Warning and Safety instructions”. Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non- compliance with these instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.
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The appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the appliance. ...
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Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance. Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.
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– ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and – call Miele. The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger the room should be in which it is installed. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is a danger of combustible gases building up.
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If the electrical connection cable supplied is damaged, it must only be replaced by an original spare part to prevent a hazard for the user. Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when original Miele spare parts are used.
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Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. Maintenance work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician. The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is not repaired by a Miele authorised technician.
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Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and use-by dates. Use only genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.
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Warning and Safety instructions Cleaning and care Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time. Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.
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Warning and Safety instructions Transport To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and in its packaging. Risk of injury and damage! The appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people. Disposal of your old appliance ...
Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection/recycling centre for electrical and electronic appliances, or contact Miele. You are also responsible for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of. Take care not to damage the pipework...
*INSTALLATION* Installation If installation near a heat source is Location unavoidable, observe the following This appliance should be installed in a minimum distances between the dry, well-ventilated room. appliance and the heat source: When deciding where to install your – at least 3 cm refrigerator, please bear in mind that it to electric or gas stoves will use more energy if installed near a...
*INSTALLATION* Installation Installation notes Risk of damage due to high humidity. Danger of damage and injury In environments with high humidity, due to the appliance tipping over! condensation can build up on This refrigeration appliance is very external appliance panels, which can heavy and can tip forwards when the cause corrosion.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Side-by-side units If the door hinges of the appliances are next to each other, you must take This appliance can be installed side by into account the thickness of the side with another refrigeration cabinet fronts and door handles so appliance.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation . . . without partition wall If the appliances are to be installed next to each other without a partition wall between them, they will need to be joined together with the side-by-side installation kit. In addition, you must install the side panel heater to prevent condensation from forming and any resulting damage.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Dimensions with appliance door open (opening angle 90°/115°) 90° K 2601 Vi 677 mm furniture front door handle 296 mm (max. 38 mm) * The dimensions of the furniture front and the door handle vary depending on the design of the kitchen.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Tools required Installing the appliance – Cordless drill Before you start – TX 20 screwdriver It is essential to read these operating – Hammer drill and installation instructions carefully before starting to install the – Drill bits in various sizes, depending appliance.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Weight of furniture front Aligning the installation niche Before fitting a furniture front, ensure that its weight does not exceed the maximum permitted weight. Appliance Max. weight of furniture front K 2601 Vi 48 kg Risk of damage due to a furniture front that is too heavy.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Checking the installation niche Before installation Check the installation dimensions Before installation, remove any (see “Installation - Installation accessories from the back of the dimensions”). appliance. Check the position of the electrical Check the appliance for transport connection.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation With the help of several people as required, carefully lift the appliance from the pallet, starting with the back of the appliance. Risk of damaging the floor. Moving the refrigeration appliance may damage your floor. Move the appliance carefully on floors that are sensitive to scratching.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Preparing the installation niche The anti-tip brackets prevent the refrigeration appliance from tipping. Danger of damage and injury The anti-tip brackets are also used to fix due to the appliance tipping over! the housing unit securely to the This refrigeration appliance is very surrounding walls.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Risk of injury and damage due to the refrigeration appliance tipping over. The accessory pack supplied If the anti-tip brackets are fixed too contains fastening screws for various high, they cannot be used to secure applications/materials: the refrigeration appliance. The height between the anti-tip brackets and the top of the refrigeration appliance must not...
*INSTALLATION* Installation Pushing the appliance into the niche Take care not to damage the electrical connection when pushing the refrigeration appliance into the installation niche. If you are installing several refrigeration appliances side by side, secure the appliances to one another now (see the instructions of the side- by-side installation kit).
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*INSTALLATION* Installation If the refrigeration appliance cannot be pushed into the niche (because the floor is uneven, for example), unscrew the rear feet slightly (see “Installation - Aligning the appliance”) and slide the appliance into the niche. Remove the edge protection from the adjacent furniture fronts.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Aligning the appliance The installation aids on the appliance door provide assistance with the alignment of the refrigeration appliance in the installation niche. The installation aids are suitable for a furniture front thickness of 19 mm or 38 mm. ...
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Adjust the rear feet with a ratchet (attachment: 8 mm socket) or a TX 20 screwdriver . Position the spacers supplied on both sides at the markings next to the adjustable feet in front of the appliance.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Place a spirit level across the installation aids on the appliance door to check the appliance’s alignment. Unscrew the feet and on both Adjust the front feet with a ratchet sides at least until the marking on the (attachment: 8 mm socket) or a TX 20 base has reached the minimum screwdriver .
*INSTALLATION* Installation Check the alignment of the appliance If it is not possible to secure the again using the installation aids appliance at the top, it can be attached to the niche with the side mounting and the spirit level. brackets: Securing the appliance in the niche ...
*INSTALLATION* Installation Open the appliance door. Preparing to install the furniture fronts Open the appliance door as far as it will go. Screw the lugs of the mounting plate at the top and bottom to the cabinets/units adjacent to the appliance.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Remove the nuts and washers from the threaded bolts and store them in a safe place – they will be Unscrew the angle bars from both required later. sides of the appliance door and keep ...
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Secure the mounting frame to the top of the furniture front, using 6 to 10 screws depending on the size. The mounting frame has several different types of holes to take Place the furniture front on a firm account of a variety of furniture fronts.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Screw the appliance handle to the Securing and aligning the furniture furniture front from the inside if front necessary (not for handle-free kitchens). Open the appliance door and hang Now insert the angle bars on both the furniture front with its mounting sides as far as they will go into the frame ...
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Align the depth of the furniture front via the slots in the angle bars . Press the angle bars into the white plastic frame on both sides and screw them on loosely at first. Spare screws are provided in the plastic bag marked with the letter E.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Close the appliance door and check Fitting the mounting bracket the distance between the door and adjacent furniture fronts again. The mounting bracket is used to further secure the furniture front to the bottom of the appliance door. Do not fit the fixing bracket until the appliance (or side-by-side combination, if applicable) has been...
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Tighten the screw at the bottom of the appliance door. Screw the mounting bracket securely to the furniture front. Place the cover on the mounting bracket .
*INSTALLATION* Installation Securing the covers The top cover must be assembled as follows before it can be fitted: Snap the cover onto the mounting bracket so that it clicks into place. Insert the two parts of the cover into one another.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Fitting the cover in a side-by-side combination Insert the joining peg (from the side- by-side installation kit) halfway into the guide in the cover for the left- hand appliance. Place the assembled cover into Place the second cover onto the pin the gap above the appliance so that it and press the two covers together.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Install the cover onto the light contact switch. Securing the plinth and base cover Secure at least 3 clips on both sides of the appliance for the gap covers. Click the base cover onto the bottom of the appliance base.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Risk of fire and damage due to insufficient ventilation. If the refrigeration appliance is not ventilated sufficiently, the compressor will run more frequently and for longer periods. This will result in increased energy consumption and a higher operating temperature of the compressor.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Limiting the opening angle of the door The door hinges are set at the factory to enable the door to be opened wide. However, if the appliance door hits an adjacent wall, for example, when it is opened, you should limit the door opening angle to 90°.
*INSTALLATION* Installation The plug and the power cable must not Electrical connection touch the rear of the refrigeration All electrical work should be carried out appliance as they could be damaged by by a suitably qualified and competent vibrations from the appliance. This person in strict accordance with current could result in a short circuit.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Connecting the appliance Insert the plug connector into the back of the appliance. Make sure that the plug connector has locked into position correctly. Insert the plug of the appliance into the socket and switch it on. The appliance is now connected to the electricity supply.
Saving energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation/ In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated Maintenance room. Protected from direct In direct sunlight. sunlight. Not situated near a heat Situated near a heat source source (radiator, oven). (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient Where there is a high room room temperature is approx.
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Saving energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption The drawers and shelves are arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered. Only open the door when Frequent opening of the necessary and for as short a door for long periods will time as possible.
Guide to the appliance a Display b On/Off switch c Door shelves d Holder for the Active AirClean filters e Shelves f Hanging drawer for storing small items g Interior lighting h Fruit and vegetable drawer i Moisture regulator j Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture regulator for fruit and vegetables k Dry compartment with temperature adjustment for food which goes off quickly l Automatic door opening (Push2open/Pull2open)
(only visible when the SuperCool function is switched on) b Temperature display (target temperature) c sensor for setting the temperature d Display for Miele@home connection status (only visible when Miele@home has been set up) e sensor for selecting various functions in Settings mode...
The system restarts and is checked for faults or malfunctions (see “Selecting further settings”) ) Switch on or off Door assistant Push2open Pull2open (see “Selecting further settings”) Miele@home Set up, deactivate, or query Wi-Fi connection status (see “Selecting further settings”)
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Guide to the appliance * Switch off Demo mode * (only visible when Demo mode is switched on, see “Selecting further settings”) Reset to factory default settings Factory default settings (see “Selecting further settings”) Sabbath mode Switch on or off (see “Selecting further settings”) ...
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Guide to the appliance Symbols in Settings mode / Scroll in Settings mode or select a setting / Change a setting (e.g. display brightness) Confirm a setting Exit the menu level...
AirClean filters”. We recommend replacing the Active AirClean filters every 6 months. Dry compartment label Optional accessories A range of useful Miele accessories and care products is available for your appliance. Humidity-controlled compartment label Miele all purpose microfibre cloth The two labels supplied for the...
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The hinge pockets can be used to change the door hinging on the appliance. The door hinging must only be changed by a suitably qualified and competent person. Accessories are available from Miele directly (see back cover for contact details).
Using for the first time Choosing the right Door assistant Before using for the first time (Push2open/Pull2open) Allow the refrigeration appliance to The Door assistant helps you to open stand for approx. 1 hour before the appliance door. connecting it to the power supply. This will prevent potential functional You can choose between the two Door problems with the appliance.
Using for the first time Affixing the MasterFresh zone labels – Dry compartment for food which deteriorates quickly Remove the label from the foil and stick it onto the frame of the dry compartment (see “Guide to the appliance”). Useful tip: If you are not satisfied with the positioning of the labels, you can easily pull them off and stick them on...
Using for the first time Settings mode Operating the appliance In Settings mode , you can select The touch display can be scratched different functions of the appliance by pointed or sharp objects, e.g. and alter their settings (see “Selecting pens. further settings”).
– Set the Temperature unit (degrees Celsius) or (degrees °C °F Fahrenheit) – Set up Miele@home Select Continue if you wish to set up now (to do this, follow Miele@home the instructions in “Selecting further settings - Miele@home”).
Disconnect the appliance from the mains. Switch off at the wall and Miele will appear in the display, followed withdraw the plug from the socket, or by the main screen.
Selecting further settings In Settings mode , you can select The display is unlocked briefly so you different functions of the refrigeration can adjust settings as required. Closing appliance and alter their settings, the appliance door will reactivate the allowing you to adjust the appliance to sensor lock.
Selecting further settings Adjusting the temperature in Switching Eco mode on or the MasterFresh zone (dry compartment) Eco mode is useful when going on a holiday, for example, if you do not wish In Settings mode , use the to switch off the appliance completely and ...
Selecting further settings The main screen will appear in the Carrying out a Self test display. Perform a Self test if you feel that your refrigeration appliance is not functioning properly and needs to be checked for any malfunctions. In Settings mode , use the and ...
Selecting further settings Switching on the Door Switching on Push2open assistant In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Door assistant You can choose between the two Door and touch OK to confirm your assistants Push2open Pull2open selection. The factory default Door assistant is Push2open ...
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Selecting further settings - Adjusting the duration of the – Adjusting the intensity AutoClose function You can also adjust the intensity of the You can also adjust the duration for function. The lower the Pull2open how long the appliance door will remain intensity, the less force is required when open until it closes automatically.
– a Wi-Fi network Use the and sensors to select – the Miele@mobile App and confirm your selection with – a Miele user account. The user account can be created via the Touch the sensor to return to the Miele@mobile App.
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Your appliance's password is its serial number, which can be found on the Miele@home availability data plate. The ability to use the Miele@mobile App The data plate is located inside the depends on the availability of the appliance. Miele@home service in your country.
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Confirm the process with OK. Use the and sensors to select Activate and confirm your selection To be able to use the Miele@home with OK. functions, you also have to register Activation successful will appear in the your appliance in the App.
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“Resetting the settings to their factory default settings ”. – : no connection Setting up Miele@home again If you have changed your Wi-Fi network, you can set up Miele@home again for your appliance. In Settings mode , use the and sensors to select Miele@home and touch OK to confirm your selection.
Selecting further settings Switching off Demo mode Demo mode allows the appliance to be presented in a showroom without the cooling system being switched on. Do not activate this setting for domestic use. If Demo mode has been switched on at the factory, ...
Selecting further settings Resetting the settings to their factory default settings You can reset the appliance's settings to their default settings. Reset the appliance's settings to the factory settings when disposing of your refrigeration appliance, selling it or putting a used refrigeration appliance into operation.
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MasterFresh 0 °C (2 of 5 segments) Eco mode switched off Door assistant Push2open Miele@home switched off Sabbath mode switched off Display Active AirClean filter switched on Temperature in the 4 °C refrigerator section ...
Selecting further settings – the sensor for Settings mode so Switching Sabbath mode on that Sabbath mode can be switched or off off. The refrigeration appliance has a Sabbath mode function will switch Sabbath mode to support the observance itself off automatically after approx. of religious customs.
Selecting further settings Switching on the Display Active Switching on, switching off, or AirClean filter resetting the Display Active If the Display Active AirClean filter AirClean filter been switched off, it must be switched Display Active AirClean filter will on again if required. remind you approx.
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Selecting further settings Resetting the Display Active AirClean filter After you have replaced the Active AirClean filters, you must reset the Display Active AirClean filter so that it will be displayed again automatically after 6 months. If you do not reset the reminder, it will appear again and again.
The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct ... in the refrigerator section temperature for storing food in the and in the MasterFresh zone appliance. Bacteria will cause food We recommend a temperature of 4 °C which is not stored at the correct in the refrigerator section.
The correct temperature Adjusting the temperature in the dry Setting the temperature compartment of the MasterFresh Touch the sensor for setting the zone temperature. The temperature in the dry The previously set temperature will compartment of the MasterFresh zone appear.
Using SuperCool Switching off SuperCool SuperCool function Touch the sensor for setting the The SuperCool function can be used to temperature. rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator section to its lowest setting The symbol will be highlighted in (depending on the room temperature).
Door alarm The appliance is fitted with a warning system to avoid increased energy consumption and food becoming warm if the door is left open. Door alarm An alarm will sound if the appliance door has been left open for longer than 2 minutes.
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves in the Moving the adjustable shelves appliance door If necessary, the adjustable shelves can be removed or their height can be Only move the shelves in the door adjusted: when they are empty. The door shelves can be moved when loading and unloading and for cleaning, or they can be removed completely:...
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the hanging drawer Removing the hanging drawer The hanging drawer can be fixed under The hanging drawer can be moved to any shelf in the refrigerator section. the left or right if required. Pull the hanging drawer out. To clean the hanging drawer, remove it as follows: ...
Adjusting the interior fittings Removing compartments from the refrigerator section The compartments in the refrigerator section sit on telescopic runners and can be removed for filling, emptying, or cleaning: Pull the compartment out a little bit. Using both hands, grasp the compartment frame from below and push the compartment downwards so that the rear end disengages and...
Using the refrigerator efficiently Warmest area Different storage zones The warmest area is located in the top Due to the natural air circulation there section of the main storage area and are different temperature zones in the the door. Use this for storing butter so refrigerator.
Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which is not suitable for Notes on buying food storage in the refrigerator The freshness of the food when it is first placed in the appliance is the most Not all food is suitable for refrigeration important factor for how long it stays at temperatures below 5 °C because it fresh.
Storing food in the MasterFresh zone Humidity-controlled compartment MasterFresh zone with moisture regulator The MasterFresh zone provides ideal storage conditions for fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, and dairy products. Food stays fresh considerably longer while retaining both flavour and vitamins. The humidity level in the humidity- The MasterFresh zone comprises a humidity-controlled and a dry controlled compartment can be...
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Storing food in the MasterFresh zone The moisture regulator is used to Useful tip: If the humidity level is too regulate the amount of moisture in the high and a lot of moisture collects in the humidity-controlled compartment with compartment, select the setting. the settings ...
Storing food in the MasterFresh zone Dry compartment with adjustable Useful tip: This compartment is ideal temperature especially for homemade meals, as the growth of existing microorganisms is greatly reduced. The dry compartment is ideal for storing perishable foods such as: The temperature in the dry –...
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Storing food in the MasterFresh zone If you are not satisfied with your stored food (for example the food wilts or becomes limp after only a short storage time), ensure the following: Only place fresh food in the appliance. The initial condition of the food is crucial to maintaining freshness.
Automatic defrosting Refrigerator section and MasterFresh zone The refrigerator section and the MasterFresh zone defrost automatically. Condensate and ice can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section and the MasterFresh zone while the compressor is running. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the appliance.
Cleaning and care Cleaning agents Do not let water get into the electronic unit or the lighting. To avoid damaging the surfaces of your appliance, do not use: Risk of damage due to moisture – cleaning agents containing soda, ingress.
Cleaning and care Before cleaning the appliance Cleaning the interior and accessories Switch the appliance off by pressing the On/Off switch. Clean the appliance regularly, or at Disconnect the appliance from the least once a month. power supply. Switch off at the wall Clean up any spills, stains and food and withdraw the plug from the immediately.
(you could downwards diagonally from the use a Miele vacuum cleaner dusting frame. brush, for example). A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance.
Display Active AirClean filter ”). section can cool down quickly. New Active AirClean filters are Place the food back in the appliance available from a Miele Experience and close the door. Centre or on the Miele website.
With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remedied without contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because you won't need a service call.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy The compressor is The ventilation gaps in the housing unit are covered switching on more or have become too dusty. frequently and for Do not block the ventilation gaps. longer periods of time. ...
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy The compressor runs This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressor continuously. runs at a lower speed when less cooling is required. This increases the running time of the compressor. An alarm sounds.
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“Selecting further settings - Switching Sabbath on and off”). mode There is a fault. F Please call Miele Service appears in the display Make a note of the fault message if necessary. and an alarm sounds. Call Miele.
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This lighting corresponds to risk group RG 2. If the cover is defective, there is a risk of eye injury. If the lighting cover is defective, do not look from a close range directly into the lighting with optical instruments (e.g. magnifying glass or similar). Call Miele.
Noises Normal What causes them noises Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on. Blubb, A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating blubb ...
Contact in case of fault In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact Miele. You can book a Miele customer service call-out online at www.miele.com/service. Contact information for Miele can be found at the end of this booklet.
GNU General Public License, version 2, or the GNU Lesser General Public License, version 2.1. For a period of at least 3 years following the purchase or delivery of the appliance, Miele shall provide you or third parties with a machine-readable copy of the source code for the open source components contained in the appliance, which are licensed under the terms of the GNU General Public License, version 2, or the GNU Lesser General Public License,...
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