Miele Independence F1801Vi Specification sheet

Operating and Installation
Instructions
Refrigerator
K 1801 Vi
K 1811 Vi
K 1901 Vi
K 1911 Vi
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 155 790
en - US, CA

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................4
Guide to the refrigerator ............................................7
Before use .......................................................9
Turning the appliance On/Off .........................................9
Settings.........................................................10
Turning the button sound On/Off ......................................11
Turning off for longer periods of time ..................................12
Alarm...........................................................13
Temperature alarm ................................................13
Door alarm .......................................................13
Setting the temperature............................................14
Setting the temperature in the refrigerator...............................14
SmartFresh drawers ..............................................16
Storage temperatures ..............................................16
Humidity.........................................................16
Using the SmartFresh drawers .......................................16
Using the refrigerator efficiently ....................................18
SuperCool.......................................................19
Automatic defrost ................................................20
Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................21
Moving the shelves ................................................21
Removing the storage shelf from above the drawer .......................23
Cleaning and care ................................................24
Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................24
Humidity filters ....................................................25
Ventilation slits ....................................................26
Door seals .......................................................26
Changing the light bulb .............................................27
Frequently asked questions ........................................29
After sales service ................................................32
Caring for the environment.........................................34
Contents
2

Installation ......................................................35
Installation site ....................................................35
Custom door panels ...............................................37
Installation options .................................................37
Side panels ......................................................38
Dimensions......................................................40
Installing the appliance ............................................42
Before you begin ..................................................42
RemoteVision module installation .....................................44
Preparing the installation niche .......................................45
Sliding the appliance into the installation space ..........................48
Aligning the appliance..............................................49
Attaching the appliance to the installation niche..........................50
Preparing the custom door ..........................................52
Attaching and aligning the custom door front ............................54
Electrical connection..............................................58
RemoteVision ....................................................59
Contents
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When using the appliance, follow
basic safety precautions, including
the following:
Read all instructions before
installation and use to prevent
accidents and machine damage.
This appliance is intended for
residential use only. Use only as
described in this Operating manual.
Only use the appliance for its
intended purpose. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for
damages caused by improper use
of this appliance.
This appliance complies with current
safety requirements. Improper use
of the appliance can lead to
personal injury and material
damage.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and pass them on to
any future user.
Electrical Safety
~Before installation, make sure that
the voltage and frequency listed on the
data plate correspond with the
household electrical supply. This data
must correspond to prevent injury and
machine damage. Consult a qualified
electrician if in doubt.
~Before installation or service,
disconnect the power supply to the
work area by unplugging the unit,
"tripping" the circuit breaker or
removing the fuse.
~Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to electricity.
Extension cords do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance
(e.g., danger of overheating).
~Be certain your appliance is
properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. To guarantee the
electrical safety of this appliance
continuity must exist between the
appliance and an effective grounding
system. It is imperative that this basic
safety requirement be met. If there is
any doubt, have the electrical system of
the house checked by a qualified
electrician. The manufacturer cannot be
held responsible for damages caused
by the lack, or inadequacy, of an
effective grounding system.
~Only connect power to the
appliance when all installation work is
complete.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Installation
This appliance is top-heavy and
must be secured to prevent the
possibility of tipping forward.
Keep the door closed until the
appliance is completely installed
and secured per the installation
instructions.
~This appliance must be installed
and connected in compliance with the
installation instructions.
~Installation and repair work should
be performed by a Miele authorized
service technician. Work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous and may
void the warranty.
~Installation must comply with local
regulations and state laws.
~Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, or if the
appliance has been damaged in any
manner. Contact Miele’s Technical
Service Department.
~This equipment is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as recreational
vehicles or aircraft.
~Do not install the refrigerator in a
room with too low an ambient
temperature, e.g., a garage, as this
may lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot
maintain the required temperature.
Use
~Persons who lack physical, sensory
or mental abilities, or experience with
the machine should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a
responsible person.
~To reduce the risk of injury, do not
allow children to play in, on or near the
appliance, especially in the door hinge
area.
~After your refrigerator is in operation,
do not touch the cold surfaces in the
refrigerator compartment, particularly
when hands are damp or wet. Skin may
adhere to these extremely cold
surfaces.
~Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
~Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal, as these will cause the seal
to deteriorate and become porous with
time.
~Do not block the ventilation gaps in
the plinth or the top of the appliance
housing unit, as this can impair the
efficiency of the appliance, increase the
electricity consumption and cause
damage to the appliance.
~Never use a steam cleaner to clean
the appliance. Pressurized steam could
damage electrical components and
cause a short circuit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Disposal of your old appliance
~Before disposing of an old
appliance, first make the door latch or
lock unusable.
~Take off the door.
~Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.
~Consult with your municipal policy
on recycling.
~Be careful not to damage any part of
the pipework while awaiting disposal
by:
- puncturing the refrigerant
channels in the evaporator.
- bending any pipework.
- scratching the surface coating.
Splashes of refrigerant can damage the
eyes.
~Your old refrigerator may have a
cooling system that used CFCs
(chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed
to harm stratospheric ozone.
If you intentionally release this CFC
refrigerant, you can be subject to fines
and imprisonment under provisions of
environmental legislation. Make sure the
CFC refrigerant is removed and disposed
of by a qualified technician.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these
Important Safety instructions.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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aHinged door shelf
bShelves (height adjustable)
cDoor shelves (height adjustable)
dDeli drawer
eControl panel
fMain switch
gHumidity filters
hSmartFresh drawers
Guide to the refrigerator
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Control panel
aAccess button "p"
activates the control panel
bRefrigerator
cUpper SmartFresh drawer
dLower SmartFresh drawer
eTemperature display
Xcolder; Ywarmer
Allows you to set the desired
temperature in the refrigerator
fFood type(s) to be stored in the
SmartFresh drawers
gOn/Off sensor button for the
SuperCool function
hSensor button for the temperature
and door alarm*
* Only visible when the relevant
function is activated
Guide to the refrigerator
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Before using for the first time
^Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories with a mild solution
of warm water and liquid dish soap.
Dry with a soft cloth.
After installing the appliance, wait at
least 30 minutes before switching on
the appliance. During transport,
fluids in the refrigeration system may
have shifted, and will need some
time to settle.
Turning the appliance On/Off
^Open the appliance door.
^Turn the appliance On/Off with the
main switch.
The main switch is located on the
right-side underneath the control panel.
All zones are switched on or off
together.
Once on, the appliance begins cooling.
When the door is open, the interior
lights come on.
The access button will light in the
control panel.
The preset temperatures (factory
settings) are reached after a few hours.
Do not put any food in the appliance
until the preset temperatures are
reached.
,Switching the appliance off with
the main switch does not safely
isolate it from the power supply.
Before use
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Using the settings
When a sensor button has been
selected with a finger touch, it will
appear yellow.
A de-selected button will appear white.
^Touch the access button "p"soit
turns yellow.
On the control panel you will now see
the sensor buttons for the three
appliance zones.
^To change settings (e.g., to set the
temperature, etc.), touch the sensor
button for the appliance zone you
wish to set.
The selected sensor button appears
yellow and depending on the zone
selected, additional sensor buttons will
appear on the control panel.
Depending on the zone selected, you
can now:
–adjust the temperature,
–select the SuperCool function or
–select settings for the SmartFresh
drawers by food type.
For additional information, see the
corresponding sections in the manual.
^To de-select a zone touch the sensor
button for that particular zone so that
it turns white or select another sensor
button.
^To leave the settings menu, touch the
access button "p" so it turns white.
The last settings entered are stored.
If the access button is not pressed
the display will go out after approx.
30 secs.
The sensor buttons for the three
appliance zones now disappear from
the control panel.
Settings
10

Custom settings
In the custom settings mode you can
select and change functions. The
function possibilities are described in
the respective chapters of this manual.
Function Display text
Temperature
°C-°F
†
RemoteVision
Module settings
;
Button sound on/off =
Exit Custom
Settings mode
c
Turning the button sound
On/Off
If you prefer the buttons to be silent
when touched the button sound can be
turned off.
^Touch the access button "p"soit
turns yellow.
^Touch the sensor button for the
refrigerator so it turns yellow.
^Note the position of the Xbutton, but
do not touch.
^Touch the access button "p" again so
it turns white.
Only the access button "p" is visible.
^Place one finger on the position of
the Xbutton and hold (the Xbutton
will not be visible).
^While holding down the Xbutton,
press the access button "p" once.
Keep holding the Xbutton down until
the following appears in the display
(approx. 5 seconds).
^Tap the Xbutton until =appears in
the display.
^Touch the access button "p"to
confirm.
Settings
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^By touching the Xbutton, you can
choose between:
=0: Button sound is off
=1: Button sound is on
=– : Return to menu.
^Touch the access button "p"to
confirm the setting.
^Tap the Xbutton until you see ;in
the display.
^Touch the access button "p".
You have now left the Custom settings
mode.
When you are in the Custom settings
mode the door alarm is turned off
automatically. Once the door is
closed it is reactivated.
Turning off for longer periods
of time
If the appliance is not going to be used
for an extended time (for example,
during a vacation) some precautions
should be taken.
^Take all food out of the appliance
^Turn the appliance off at the main
switch
^Unplug the appliance
^Clean the interior
^Leave the door open to prevent
odors
Settings
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The appliance is equipped with an
alarm system, to ensure that the
temperature does not rise unnoticed
because of energy loss or an open
door.
The alarm system is always
operational, it does not need to be
switched on.
Temperature alarm
If the temperature becomes too warm,
an alarm sounds, the "alarm" indicator
turns red and flashes. At the same time
the affected zone flashes in the display.
The alarm will sound and the display
will flash if:
– too much warm air flows into the
appliance, for example when food is
being loaded, re-arranged, or taken
out.
– large amounts of food are loaded at
once.
–the power fails.
Turning the temperature alarm Off
As soon as the alarm condition is
corrected, the alarm signal turns off
and the affected zone stops flashing in
the display. The "alarm" indicator goes
out.
^To turn the alarm off early, press
the "alarm" sensor button.
The alarm signal turns off. The "alarm"
indicator remains red and the
corresponding appliance zone
continues to flash until the alarm
condition is corrected.
Door alarm
If the appliance door is left open, an
alarm signal will sound and the "alarm"
indicator will turn red after five minutes.
Turning the door alarm Off
Once the door is closed the alarm turns
off and the "alarm" indicator goes out. If
the door has not been closed properly,
the alarm will sound again after five
minutes.
^To turn the alarm off early, press
the "alarm" sensor button. The "alarm"
indicator and signal will turn off.
Alarm
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Setting the temperature in the
refrigerator
^Touch the access button "p"soit
turns yellow.
^Touch the sensor button for the
refrigerator so it turns yellow.
^Use the Xand Ybuttons next to the
temperature display to set the
temperature warmer or colder.
Tap the Xand Ysensor buttons to
raise/lower the temperature 1°, or hold
it down to move through the
temperature range more quickly.
The temperature display on the
operating panel always shows the
desired temperature.
Temperature range
The temperature can be selected within
the following ranges:
–Refrigerator :
35 to 46° F (2°C to 8°C)
A temperature of 37°F (4°C) in the
refrigerator section is recommended.
The room temperature and the
installation location can affect the time it
takes for the appliance to get to the
desired temperature. If the room
temperature is too high, it may not be
possible for the appliance to reach the
lowest temperature.
Setting the temperature
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Temperature unit
(Fahrenheit/Celsius)
The temperature can be displayed in
degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).
^Touch the access button "p"soit
turns yellow.
^Touch the sensor button for the
refrigerator section so it turns yellow.
^Note the position of the button X, but
do not touch.
^Touch the access button "p" again so
it turns white.
Only the access button "p" is visible.
^Place one finger on the position of
the Xbutton and hold (the Xbutton
will not be visible).
^While holding down the Xbutton,
press the access button "p" once.
Keep holding the Xbutton down until
the following appears in the display
(approx. 5 seconds).
^Tap the Xbutton until †appears in
the display.
^Touch the access button "p"to
confirm.
^By touching the Xbutton you can
select either Fahrenheit or Celsius for
the temperature display.
†0: Fahrenheit
†1: Celsius
†–: return to menu
^Touch the access button "p"to
confirm the setting.
^Tap the Xbutton until a ;appears in
the display.
^Touch the access button "p".
You have left the Custom settings
mode.
When you are in the Custom settings
mode the door alarm is turned off
automatically. Once the door is
closed it is reactivated.
Setting the temperature
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The SmartFresh drawers provide the
right combination of temperature and
humidity. The result is freshness up to
three times longer than in the other
zones of the refrigerator.
Storage temperatures
For fresh foods that are not adversely
affected by cold, the best range is
32° - 37°F (0° - 3°C). This helps to keep
the food fresh considerably longer than
in the rest of the refrigerator, spoiling is
minimal.
The temperature is set to approx. 35°F
(1.5°C).
Humidity
The closer the humidity in the appliance
matches the moisture content of the
food, the more moisture the food will
retain, and the fresher and crisper it will
stay over a longer period of time.
The optimal humidity is determined on
the basis of the food stored in the
appliance.
Proper humidity is assisted by 2
humidity filters located above the
SmartFresh drawers. These filters allow
air to pass through, yet retain moisture.
Using the SmartFresh drawers
^Use the sensor button to select the
desired drawer.
The selected sensor button turns
yellow, and the sensor buttons for the
food choices appear.
The most recently selected food type(s)
appear yellow.
^Use the sensor buttons to select the
food type(s).
– Several food types can be selected
at the same time.
– To delete a food type, simply press it
again.
–Depending on the food types
selected, the optimal humidity is
determined for the SmartFresh
drawers.
–The "deli" and "dairy" settings are the
most energy efficient.
^Touch the access button to confirm
the settings.
^Place the food in the drawer.
SmartFresh drawers
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For optimal storage conditions, it is
always best to store similar foods
together in one drawer.
The upper SmartFresh drawer is the
best place to store moisture
sensitive foods.
Foods that are best stored under dry
conditions
–fresh fish and shellfish, meats,
poultry, sausage, dairy products and
deli salads.
Foods that are best stored under
moist conditions
– fresh produce, e.g., vegetables,
lettuce, herbs, mushrooms,
cabbage, fruit.
Remember that higher moisture levels
can only be attained when the food is
stored unpacked so air can circulate
freely.
SmartFresh drawers
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Different storage zones
Due to the natural circulation of 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
these different zones when placing
food in the appliance.
This appliance uses a dynamic
cooling feature to establish a
constant temperature during
cooling. As a result, the differences
between temperature zones are less
pronounced.
Leave some space between items, so
air can circulate freely around them.
Make sure the ventilation slits are not
covered - this is important for the
cooling performance.
Warmest area
The warmest area is in the top section
of the door. Use this area to store items
such as butter and cheese.
Coldest area
The coldest area in the refrigerator is
directly above the SmartFresh drawers.
The temperature in the drawers
themselves is even colder.
Use these cold areas in the refrigerator
for all highly perishable foods, such as:
–fish, meat, poultry,
–deli meats, store-bought meals,
–dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream,
–fresh bread dough, pastry dough,
cake batters,
– dairy products.
If storing high-proof alcohol, make
sure it is tightly closed and stored
upright.
Do not store cooking oil in the
refrigerator door. Traces of oil can
cause stress cracks to occur in the
plastic components in the door.
Do not allow food to touch the rear
wall of the appliance, it may freeze
to the wall.
Using the refrigerator efficiently
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When the SuperCool function is
activated, the appliance is cooled as
cold and quickly as possible (to a
factory-preset temperature).
The SuperCool function is ideal for the
rapid cooling of drinks and for
refrigerating large quantities of foods.
Switching on SuperCool
^Touch the sensor button for the
refrigerator so it turns yellow.
^Touch the SuperCool sensor button
so it turns yellow.
In the temperature display for the
refrigerator zone, the new temperature
setting appears, 35°F (2°C).
The temperature in the appliance now
begins to fall, with maximum cooling in
the refrigerator zone.
Switching off SuperCool
The SuperCool function automatically
switches off after approx. 6 hours. The
sensor button turns white, and the
appliance continues running at normal
power.
To save energy, the SuperCool function
can be switched off early, once the
food and/or drinks are sufficiently
chilled.
^Touch the SuperCool sensor button
so that it turns white.
The temperature display for the zone
selected returns to the original
temperature setting.
The appliance now continues running
at normal power.
SuperCool
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Refrigerator and SmartFresh
drawers
The refrigerator and SmartFresh
drawers defrost automatically.
During normal operation, condensate
and frost can form on the rear wall of
the refrigerator and drawers.
You do not need to remove this
build-up, it will defrost and evaporate
automatically with the heat generated
by the appliance.
Automatic defrost
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