Miele F 1803 Vi User manual

Installation Instructions
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Disposing of the packaging
materials
The packaging is designed to protect
the appliance from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of children. Return
the packaging to your dealer.
Disposal of your old appliance
Old appliances may contain materials
that can be recycled. Please contact
your local recycling authority about the
possibility of recycling these materials.
Please take care not to damage the
pipework while the appliance is being
stored for transport to a waste disposal
facility.
By protecting the pipework, you help
keep the coolants and compressor oil
from contaminating the environment.
Before discarding an old appliance
disconnect it from the electrical supply
and cut off the power cord to prevent it
from becoming a hazard.
Caring for the environment
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Have the appliance installed by a
qualified technician, according to
the enclosed installation
instructions.
WARNING
This appliance is top-heavy and
must be secured to prevent it from
tipping forward.
Keep the door closed until the
appliance is completely installed
and secured as per the installation
instructions.
Empty weight of your machine:
F 18X3 Vi ..........421lbs(191 kg)
F 19X3 Vi ..........459lbs(208 kg)
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
this appliance is stated on the data
plate inside the appliance.
Climate
range
Ambient room temperature
SN
N
ST
T
+50°F (10 °C) to +90°F (32 °C)
+60°F (16 °C) to +90°F (32 °C)
+60°F (16 °C) to +100°F (38 °C)
+60°F (16 °C) to 110°F (43 °C)
Operating in a room which is too cold
will cause the compressor to switch off
for too long, causing the internal
temperature in the appliance to rise
with the risk of food deteriorating and
going off.
Installation site
The appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
Do not install the appliance:
- outdoors
- in an environment with dripping
water
- in rooms that are at risk of frost.
The installation location should not be
exposed to direct sunlight, nor near a
heat source, such as an oven,
radiator, etc.
The ambient temperature should not
drop below 55°F (13°C) or rise above
110°F (43°C), otherwise malfunctions
may occur.
If installation next to a heat source is
unavoidable observe the following
minimum distances from the heat
source:
–1
1/4" (3 cm) from an electric cooktop
or electric oven.
–12" (30 cm) from a gas or oil
cooktop, range or oven.
The following should also be taken into
consideration:
–The electrical outlet must be easily
accessible in case of an
emergency,not concealed behind
the appliance.
–The plug and cord must not touch
the rear of the appliance as they
could be damaged by vibrations
from the appliance.
–Do not plug in other devices behind
this appliance.
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Important! When there is high
humidity a build-up of condensation
on the outer surfaces of the
appliance can occur.This can cause
the surfaces to corrode.To prevent
this, it is advisable to install the
appliance in a dry and/or an
air-conditioned room with sufficient
ventilation.Please ensure that doors
close and seal properly after
installation and that the appliance is
installed in accordance with these
installation instructions and and with
the required ventilation openings.
– If the room is too cold, it will cause
the cooling system in the appliance
to remain off for too long.This can
cause the temperature in the
appliance to rise, resulting in
damage.
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Base
A fully loaded appliance is very heavy.
The load-bearing capacity of your floor
must meet the following requirements.
The approx. weight of a fully loaded
machine is:
F 18X3 Vi ..........950lbs(430 kg)
F 19X3 Vi .........1,125 lbs (510 kg)
To ensure that the appliance is installed
securely and functions properly, the
base must be flat, level and made of a
hard, rigid material.
If in doubt, contact Miele.
Furniture/fixtures
The new appliance will be mounted
securely to adjacent and overhead
furniture/fixtures.
For this reason, it is essential that all
attachable furniture/fixtures be
connected securely to the floor or wall
by a suitable means.
Ventilation
The air intake and outlet must not be
blocked or covered in any way. They
also need to be dusted/cleaned on a
regular basis.
Installation niche
To ensure safe, trouble-free installation
and the best possible cosmetic result,
check to be sure that the installation
space complies with the installation
dimensions. See "Niche dimensions".
The side walls of the installation cavity
must be plumb.
The minimum thickness of the side
walls and the top wall must be 5/8"
(16 mm).
The minimum thickness of the toe-kick
panel must be ½" (13 mm). A thickness
of 3/4" (19 mm) is recommended.
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Stainless steel panels
Stainless steel door panels and toe-kick
covers are available from Miele.
Custom door panels
This appliance is compatible with all
styles and designs of kitchen cabinetry.
The total weight of the decorative
panel(s) must not exceed the following:
F 18X3 Vi ...........106lbs(48kg)
F 19X3 Vi ............79lbs(36kg)
Fitting a door panel which is heavier
than the max. permitted could
damage the hinges.
Installation options
There are many different installation
options. You are limited only by the
design of the kitchen.
The door hinge cannot be
exchanged.
Single column
The appliance can be installed at any
preferred location in the kitchen.
However, be sure the door will open
and close properly in the chosen
location.
Side-by-side
This appliance can be installed
"side-by-side" with another
fridge/freezer using a "Merging Kit".
The "Merging Kit" is available from
Miele.
Contact Miele or your dealer for
specific information about which
combinations will work with your
appliance.
For instructions on how to attach the
appliances and install the heating
mat, please refer to the instructions
included with the "Merging Kit",
available from Miele.
Installation without a partition using
the "Merging Kit"
If the appliances are installed directly
next to each other (without a partition),
they need to be attached together
using the "Merging Kit".
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Installation with partition using the
"Merging Kit"
The minimum thickness of the partition
is 5/8" (16 mm).
If there is a partition with a thickness
from 5/8" (16 mm) to 6 5/16" (160 mm)
between the adjacent appliances, then
each appliance should be individually
installed within its own niche using the
mounting accessories included.
The "Merging Kit" will also be needed.
,Power bars or extension cords
are not safe (risk of fire). Do not use
them to connect the appliance to
the power supply.
The "Merging Kit" is available from
Miele.
Installation with partition without
using the "Merging Kit"
If there is a partition with a thickness of
more than 6 5/16" (160 mm) between
the adjacent appliances, then each
appliance should be individually
installed within its own niche using the
mounting accessories included (the
"Merging Kit" is not necessary).
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Side panels
If one side of the appliance is visible, a
side panel must be used.
The side panel must be firmly secured
to the wall, the floor and the overhead
furniture/fixtures before the appliance is
placed in the cavity.
The dimensions of the side panel are
taken from the opposite wall of the
installation space. During installation,
ensure that the cavity is square and the
measurements are correct.
Front panel gap kit
(optional accessory)
Two adjacent doors can be attached
instead of one large door.
To connect these doors on the rear, a
metal strip can be purchased as an
optional accessory. Contact Miele.
When attaching the metal strip to the
furniture doors, observe the maximum
length of the screws and the position of
the drill holes.
Always screw into the best possible
load-bearing material of the custom
doors.
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Door dimensions (open 115°)
ABCD
F 18X3 Vi 32 5/8"
(829 mm)
Door front max.
1 1/2" (38 mm)
Door
handle*
14 5/16"
(363 mm)
F 19X3 Vi 38 11/16"
(982 mm)
Door front max.
1 1/2" (38 mm)
Door
handle*
16 7/8"
(428 mm)
*The dimensions of the door fronts and handles will vary according to each
individual kitchen.
Miele recommends using the full door opening angle of 115° for this freezer.
Dimensions
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Niche dimensions
Niche width (A)
F 18X3 Vi 30" (762 mm)
F 19X3 Vi 36" (915 mm)
Dimensions
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Door front dimensions
AB
F 18X3 Vi 79 7/8"
2029 mm
29 3/4"
756 mm
F 19X3 Vi 79 7/8"
2029 mm
35 3/4"
908 mm
4" - 5 3/16" (102 - 132 mm)
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Before you begin
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
Have the appliance installed by a
qualified technician, according to
the enclosed installation
instructions.
To reduce the risk of injury or
damage to the product, two people
should be used for installation.
These installation instructions are
intended for use by qualified installers.
In addition to these instructions, the
appliance must be installed in
accordance with all local codes. In the
absence of a local code, the following
should be used:
– In the USA, the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest
edition/State and Municipal codes
and/or local codes.
– In Canada, the Canadian Electric
code C22.1 - latest edition/Provincial
and Municipal codes and/or local
codes.
Tools needed for installation
–Cordless screwdriver
–Torx screwdriver
–Hammer drill
–Wood drills in different sizes
–Hammer
–Rachet 5/16" (8 mm)
–Adhesive tape
–Multi-grip pliers
–Level
–Tape measure
–Square
When fastening the cabinet to the wall
behind it (see "Installing the appliance")
use:
–suitable plugs/screws depending on
the type of wall.
– several mounting brackets, if
required.
Other
– Stepladder
– Dolly, hand truck
– Wooden beam
(cross section min. 3" x 4"
[75 mm x 100 mm] as an alternative
tilt protection, length depends on the
width of the installation niche)
– Wood screws in different sizes
– Edge protector(s)
Optional accessories
–"Merging Kit" for side-by-side
installation
–Front panel gap kit
–RemoteVision module for wireless
monitoring
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Aligning the housing unit
The housing unit must be carefully
aligned using a spirit level before
installing the appliance. The unit
corners must be at right angles, as
otherwise the furniture door will not
align correctly with the 4 corners of the
appliance.
– The side panels of the housing must
be even.
–The housing unit panels must be at
least 16 mm thick.
–The plinth facing must be at least
13 mm thick (or preferably 19 mm).
Check the installation niche
To ensure a safe, trouble-free
installation and the best possible
cosmetic result, check to be sure
that the installation space complies
with the installation requirements.
^Check the base (see "Installation").
^Check the dimensions of the cavity.
^Check that the cavity is square.
^Check the location of the power
outlet.
^Check the location of the water
connection (see "Plumbing").
^Check that all furniture parts in the
vicinity of the appliance are securely
connected to the wall.
^Check that the adjacent
furniture/fixtures do not collide with
the open door.
Before installation
,Caution - the appliance is very
heavy. Use caution when unpacking
and opening the door, danger of
tipping.
^To protect the base from damage
during installation, attach a hard
board, linoleum, etc., to the floor in
front of the intended installation
location.
^Take the supplied accessories out of
the protective packaging.
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^Do not remove the installation
supports from the appliance door.
They will be used later in the
installation niche.
There are transportation safety
devices inside the appliance to
protect the shelves and storage
compartments until installation is
complete. Do not remove them,or
parts may be damaged.
^Check the appliance for damage in
transit.
Do not install the appliance if it is
visibly damaged. If in doubt, contact
your dealer.
^Loosen the bracket that holds the
appliance to the pallet.
,Caution! The appliance is no
longer secured and may be
unstable.
^From the rear of the appliance
carefully lift it from the pallet.
Once the appliance is on the ground it
can be wheeled around.
RemoteVision module
installation
(optional accessory)
Always disconnect the appliance
from the power supply when
performing installation, maintenance
or service work.
Install the RemoteVision module
before placing the appliance in its
installation niche.
Once connected the RemoteVision
module will increase the energy
consumption of the appliance.
The slot for the RemoteVision module is
located in the lower area of the back of
your appliance.
^Unscrew the screws aon the cover
band pull off the sticker c.
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^Remove the cover b.
^Push the module into the slot until it
locks into place.
^Connect the appliance to the power
supply and turn it on. After several
seconds the indicator light ewill
come on.
The indicator light will display different
colors one after the other; any control
light at the end indicates that the
module was correctly installed.
If the indicator light does not come on,
installation of the module was
unsuccessful. In that case, repeat the
process. If that does not correct the
problem, contact Miele.
^Pull the antenna dstraight out.
^Guide the cover bover the antenna
dand screw on the cover.
^Angle the antenna dso that it faces
to the right or left.
If necessary, disconnect the power
supply and continue installing the
appliance.
Preparing the installation
niche
,Keep the appliance door closed
until it is securely fastened in the
niche. Tipping hazard.
Because of the size and weight of
the appliance, it is essential to
ensure that the appliance cannot tip
over once it has been mounted in
the niche.
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Mounting Accessories
The mounting accessories needed for
installing the appliance into the niche
are included in the packaging. Several
plastic bags are included which are
marked alphabetically.
The bag needed for each step will be
marked with its respective letter.
Anti-tip brackets
The anti-tip brackets akeep the
appliance safely secured in the
installation niche band prevent it from
tipping.
,Risk of tipping
The installation niche must be
securely attached to the wall behind
it. This is the only way the
appliance, which is later secured in
the niche, can be prevented from
tipping!
Two anti-tip brackets are
recommended for each appliance. For
side-by-side installations 4 brackets are
recommended.
^Position the anti-tip brackets on the
left and right in the installation niche
so that there is no more than 3/8"
(10 mm) of space between the
brackets and the side walls.
^Mark the drill holes in the anti-tip
brackets on the back wall and on the
ceiling of the installation niche.
^Set the brackets aside - they will be
needed again later.
Screws are supplied with the
appliance for various
applications/materials.
If the anti-tip brackets cannot be
attached securely with the screws
supplied, an alternative anti-tip
device can be used.
Ensure that there are no electrical
wires or plumbing in the area which
the screws could penetrate - risk of
injury and damage.
^Now attach the installation niche to
the wall.
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Securing an alternative anti-tip
device
If the anti-tip brackets cannot be
attached securely, an alternative
anti-tip device can be used.
Ensure that there is no "give" between
the appliance and the anti-tip device.
If possible, always screw the
wooden beam to existing studs.
–Cut a wooden beam
(cross section min. 3" x 4"
[75 mm x 100 mm]) to the required
length.
–The length is equal to the width of
the installation niche.
–If the installation niche is deeper than
the appliance, select a beam with a
larger cross section, or attach two
beams.
–The beam must cover the appliance
by at least 2" (50.8 mm).
^Mark the installation height (lower
edge of the beam) on the rear wall of
the niche.
^Select screws according to the
thickness of the wooden beam.
Example: 3 ½" screw for 2x4 beam.
Determine the number of screws
based on the niche width, to ensure
that the beam will be attached
securely.
^Locate wall studs near the rear wall
of the cavity and mark drill holes in
the beam.
^Pre-drill the wooden beam.
^Attach the wooden beam to the rear
wall of the niche.
Now prepare the water connection
from the appliance to the main
supply line (see "Plumbing").
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Sliding the appliance into the
installation niche
If a side-by-side installation is
desired, connect the two appliances
together. See the Installation Manual
included with the "Merging Kit".
^Unscrew the plinth.
^To protect the corners of the
installation space, attach edge
protectors where needed (not
included).
^Plug the appliance into the power
outlet a.
The plug of the appliance should be
easily accessible after installation.
If the plug is not accessible after the
appliance has been installed,
disconnection from the power
supply should be completed via the
circuit breaker.
In the case of side-by-side
installations, a separate outlet must
be used for each appliance.
^To prevent the power cord from
becoming caught:
Tie a piece of string to the middle of
the power cord and feed it forward
under the appliance. When sliding
the appliance in, pull the cable
forward b.
^Carefully slide the appliance into the
space.
If resistance is felt when attempting to
slide the appliance into the installation
niche - for example, because the floor
is uneven,
^Turn the rear adjustable wheels
slightly outward (see "Aligning the
appliance"), then push the appliance
in.
Be careful not to damage the water
pipe or power cord attached to the
floor.
^Remove the edge protectors.
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Aligning the appliance
^Align the appliance with the custom
front.
The installation aids con the
appliance door have been designed for
custom door thicknesses of 3/4"
(19 mm) and 1 1/2" (38 mm).
The height-adjustable feet at the front
and rear can all be adjusted from the
front:
– Front feet:
Adjust with a rachet 5/16" (8 mm) d.
–Rear feet:
Adjust with a (cordless) screwdriver
and/or a rachet 5/16" (8 mm) for fine
adjustment e
^Use a level to align the installation
aids con the door.
Important!
When unscrewing the
height-adjustable feet, proceed
gradually, alternating between left
and right.
–Unscrew the height-adjustable feet
until the mark on the base has
reached the indicated guide
dimension 1 1/4" (32 mm). The guide
dimension of 1 1/4" (32 mm) is
related to a niche height of 84"
(2134 mm).
^Align the appliance again using a
level.
Note:
–When unscrewing the
height-adjustable feet, proceed
gradually, alternating between left
and right.
–If using a wooden beam as an
alternative anti-tip device, rotate the
appliance all the way toward the
wooden beam.
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Attaching the appliance to the
installation niche
^Screw the attachment plate lugs fto
the overhead furniture/fixtures.
If there is no way to attach the top of
the appliance, it can be attached to the
sides of the installation niche.
^Pull out the plate side lugs g.
^Secure the attachment plate side
lugs.
If there is a fairly large gap above the
appliance, cut a wooden beam to fit
exactly and place it in the gap.
^If necessary, shorten the filler strip h
to the required height.
^Place the 2 strips on top of each
other i.
^Insert the filler strip until you hear it
click into place j.
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