Miele K 7113 F User manual

Operating instructions
Refrigerator
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essen-
tial to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the
first time.
en-GB M.-Nr. 11 733 210

Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions...................................................................... 4
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 13
Installation.......................................................................................................... 14
Installation site..................................................................................................... 14
Side-by-side combinations ............................................................................ 15
Climate range ................................................................................................. 15
Ventilation............................................................................................................ 16
Furniture door panel ............................................................................................ 16
Horizontal and vertical gaps........................................................................... 16
Weight of the furniture door ........................................................................... 17
Building-in dimensions ....................................................................................... 18
Installation in a tall unit/side view................................................................... 18
Connections and ventilation........................................................................... 19
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 20
Saving energy .................................................................................................... 21
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 22
Adjusting the interior fittings................................................................................ 23
Adjusting the door shelf/bottle shelf .............................................................. 23
Adjusting or removing the bottle holder (depending on model)..................... 23
Moving the shelves......................................................................................... 23
Removing the fruit and vegetable drawer ...................................................... 23
Accessories supplied .......................................................................................... 24
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 24
Switching on and off ......................................................................................... 25
Before using for the first time.............................................................................. 25
Switching the refrigeration appliance on............................................................. 25
The correct temperature................................................................................... 26
Temperature display ............................................................................................ 26
Setting the temperature....................................................................................... 26
Using Super cool ............................................................................................... 27
Door alarm ......................................................................................................... 28
Storing food in the refrigerator section........................................................... 29
Different storage zones ....................................................................................... 29
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ....................... 30
Notes on buying food.......................................................................................... 30
Storing food correctly.......................................................................................... 30

Contents
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Defrosting........................................................................................................... 31
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 32
Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 32
Preparing the refrigeration appliance for cleaning .............................................. 33
Cleaning the inside of the appliance ................................................................... 33
Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 34
Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 34
After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 34
Problem solving guide ...................................................................................... 35
Noises................................................................................................................. 40
Service................................................................................................................ 41
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 41
EPREL database ................................................................................................. 41
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 41

Warning and Safety instructions
4
This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety require-
ments. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
material damage.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully be-
fore using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They con-
tain important information on safety, installation, use and mainten-
ance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging
your refrigeration appliance.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow all information provided
on installing the refrigeration appliance, as well as the safety notes
and warnings.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep these operating and installation instructions in a safe place
and pass them on to any future owner.
Correct application
 This refrigeration appliance is intended for use in the home and in
similar environments, for example
– in shops, offices and similar work settings
– by the guests in hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts and other typical
home settings.
This refrigeration appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
 This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and
storing food and drink.
It must not be used for any other purpose.

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 This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping
cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar
substances or products that are subject to the Medical Device Dir-
ective. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such purposes
may cause deterioration of the items stored. The refrigeration appli-
ance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of ex-
plosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or incor-
rect use or operation of the appliance.
 The appliance can only be used by people with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use
it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of
incorrect operation.
Safety with children
 Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the refri-
geration appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
 Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance unsuper-
vised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recog-
nise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
 Danger of suffocation! Whilst playing, children could become en-
tangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their
head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
 The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration
appliance complies with statutory safety requirements and the ap-
propriate EU directives.
 This refrigeration appliance contains the refrigerant isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly but flam-
mable. The refrigerant does not damage the ozone layer and does
not contribute to the greenhouse effect.
The use of this refrigerant has, however, led to a slight increase in
the noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the com-
pressor, you might be able to hear the refrigerant flowing around the
cooling circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does not
affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance.
When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure
that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Splashes of refri-
gerant can damage the eyes.
In the event of damage:
- Avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark.
- Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity
supply.
- Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for
several minutes.
- Contact the Miele Customer Service Department.
 The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the ap-
pliance is in a small room, there is the danger of a combustible gas/
air mixture building up. For every 11g of coolant at least 1m3 of
room space is required. The amount of coolant in the refrigeration
appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.

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 To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the
connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data
plate corresponds to the household supply.
Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult
a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
 The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety re-
quirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installa-
tion tested by a qualified electrician.
 Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured
if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
 If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced
by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from
danger.
 Do not connect the appliance to the mains electrical supply by a
multi-socket adapter or extension lead. These are a fire hazard and
do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.
 If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains con-
nection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not oper-
ate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to mois-
ture (e.g in a garage or utility room).
 This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
 Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
 For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has
been built in.
 The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during
installation, maintenance and repair work.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user.
Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a
Miele authorised technician.
 While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be un-
dertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
warranty is invalidated.
 Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele ori-
ginal spare parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of
the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
 This refrigeration appliance is supplied with a special lamp to
cope with particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This lamp must only
be used for the purpose for which it is intended. The lamp is not suit-
able for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a
Miele authorised technician or by the Miele Customer Service De-
partment. This refrigeration appliance contains several light sources
with energy efficiency class E.
Proper installation
 When installing the refrigeration appliance, it is a mandatory re-
quirement to follow the installation instructions supplied with it.
 Two people are required for installing the refrigeration appliance.
 Change the door hinging (if necessary) as described in the install-
ation instructions supplied with the appliance.
 The refrigeration appliance must be installed level. This is the only
way to ensure safe and proper operation.
 Only install the refrigeration appliance in a stable, solid housing
unit, positioned on an even and level floor.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct use
 The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range
(ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range.
The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate in-
side 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 temperat-
ure.
 Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the effi-
ciency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and
could cause damage to the components.
 If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or
the door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic
components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
 Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store explosive materials in the
refrigeration appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g.
spray cans). Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of
gases to ignite.
 Danger of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.
an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance.
Danger of sparking and explosion.
 Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage instruc-
tions 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.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Accessories and spare parts
 Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with
this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manu-
facturers will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liabil-
ity.
 Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for a min-
imum of 10years and up to 15years following the discontinuation of
your refrigeration appliance.

Warning and Safety instructions
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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 or defrost this ap-
pliance.
Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
 Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-
ing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or
pointed objects to
- remove frost and ice,
- separate frozen food or remove ice trays.
 Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to de-
frost it. These can damage the plastic parts.
 Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might
cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
Transport
 Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its ori-
ginal transport packaging to avoid damage in transit.
 Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. The refrigeration
appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Disposal of your old appliance
 If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This
will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking them-
selves in and endangering their lives.
 Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to dam-
age any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
- puncturing the coolant channels in the condenser,
- bending any pipework, or
- scratching the surface coating.
Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)
This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal oper-
ation.
 The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it penet-
rates the airways.

Caring for the environment
13
Disposal of the packing mater-
ial
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.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the manufactur-
ing process and also reduces the
amount of waste in landfill sites.
Disposing of your old appli-
ance
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials, com-
pounds and components which were
essential for their correct functioning
and safety. These could be hazardous
to your health and to the environment if
disposed of with general waste or if
handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with general waste.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal
points to dispose of and recycle elec-
trical and electronic appliances in your
local community, with your dealer or
with Miele. By law, you are solely re-
sponsible for deleting any personal data
from the appliance prior to disposal.
Take care not to damage your refrigera-
tion appliance’s pipework before or dur-
ing transportation to an authorised col-
lection depot.
This is to ensure that coolant in the
cooling circuit and oil in the compressor
is contained, and will not leak into the
environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance
poses no risk to children while being
stored prior to disposal. For further in-
formation, see “Warning and Safety in-
structions” in these operating and in-
stallation instructions.

Installation
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Installation site
Risk of damage and danger of
injury due to the refrigeration appli-
ance tipping over.
This refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and can tip forwards when the
appliance door is open.
Keep the appliance door(s) shut until
the refrigeration appliance has been
built in. The refrigeration appliance
must be secured in its building-in
niche in accordance with the operat-
ing and installation instructions.
Due to its weight and size, the refri-
geration appliance must be installed
by two people.
Fire risk and risk of damage from
appliances which give off heat.
Appliances which give off heat can
catch fire and set fire to the refrigera-
tion appliance.
This refrigeration appliance must not
be installed underneath a hob.
Fire risk and danger of damage
from open flames.
Open flames can set fire to the refri-
geration appliance.
Keep open flames (e.g. a candle)
away from the refrigeration appli-
ance.
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
When deciding on the installation site,
please bear in mind that your refrigera-
tion appliance will use more energy if
installed near to a heater, a cooker or
other appliance that gives off heat.
Avoid direct sunlight.
The higher the room temperature, the
longer the compressor runs and the
higher the energy consumption is.
Risk of damage due to corrosion.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on ex-
ternal refrigeration appliance panels.
This condensate can cause corrosion
on external appliance panels.
Install the refrigeration appliance in a
dry and/or air-conditioned room with
sufficient ventilation.
After installation please make sure
that the appliance door(s) closes
(close) properly and the refrigeration
appliance is installed in accordance
with these installation instructions. It
is essential to comply with the spe-
cified ventilation cutout require-
ments.

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Side-by-side combinations
Risk of damage due to condens-
ation on external appliance panels.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on ex-
ternal appliance panels, which can
cause corrosion.
Do not place different refrigeration
appliance models directly next to or
on top of one other.
If you want to place refrigeration ap-
pliances without integrated heating
units next to each other, a distance
of 150mm must be maintained
between them.
Climate range
This refrigeration appliance is designed
for use within specific ambient temper-
atures (climate range). Do not use in
ambient temperatures for which it is not
designed.
A lower room temperature leads to the
compressor switching off for longer
periods. This can cause the internal
temperature in the refrigeration appli-
ance to rise with the risk of food deteri-
orating and going off.
The climate range is stated on the data
plate in the interior cabinet of the refri-
geration appliance.
Climate range Ambient room
temperature
SN +10to +32°C
N +16to +32°C
ST +16to +38°C
T +16to +43°C
A refrigeration appliance from the SN
climate range can operate without any
difficulties in rooms with a cooler am-
bient temperature (down to +5°C).

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Ventilation
Risk of fire and damage due to
insufficient ventilation.
If the refrigeration appliance is not
ventilated sufficiently, the com-
pressor will run more frequently and
for longer periods. This will result in
increased energy consumption and a
higher operating temperature for the
compressor. This may, in turn, cause
damage to the compressor.
Please ensure that there is adequate
ventilation around the refrigeration
appliance.
It is essential to observe the required
ventilation gaps. The ventilation gaps
must not be covered or blocked in
any way.
Air at the back of the refrigeration appli-
ance gets warm. The appliance housing
unit must therefore be constructed to
allow sufficient space for ventilation
(see “Installation dimensions” and the
installation instructions provided).
Furniture door panel
Horizontal and vertical gaps
Depending on the style of kitchen fur-
niture the thickness and edge radius of
the furniture door panel and the gap
that runs around the door, vertically and
horizontally, are specified.
It is essential to pay attention to the
following:
–Horizontal gap
The gap between the furniture door
panel and the housing unit door above
or below it must be at least 3mm.
–Vertical gap
If the gap between the refrigeration
appliance furniture door panel and
the adjoining housing unit door or
wall on the hinged side is too small,
the appliance door could collide with
the adjoining housing unit door or
wall when opened.
It may be necessary to adjust the
size of this gap to suit the thickness
and edge radius of the appliance fur-
niture door.
This must be taken into consideration
when planning your kitchen and when
replacing an old refrigeration appliance
with a new one to ensure the installation
conditions required are met.

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Appliance
furniture
door
thickness
A [mm]
Gap X [mm]
for different
edge radii B
R0 R1 R2 R3
≥16–19 2.5
20 3 3 2.5 2.5
21 3 3 2.5 2.5
22 4 3.5 3 3
Adjoining kitchen furniture front
A=Furniture front thickness
B=Edge radius
X=Gap
Adjoining side wall
A=Furniture front thickness
B=Edge radius
X=Gap
Tip: Fit a spacer between the housing
unit carcase and the side wall. This way
you will get a sufficiently wide gap.
Weight of the furniture door
If the furniture door panel is too
heavy, this can cause damage.
Fitting a furniture door panel which is
heavier than the maximum permitted
weight could damage the hinges.
This can cause subsequent func-
tional problems.
The maximum permissible weight of the
furniture door is:
Refrigeration appliance kg
K 7113 D, K 7103 D Selection,
K 7113 F, K 7103 F Selection
K 7313 D, K 7303 D Selection,
K 7313 F, K 7303 F Selection
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Installation
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Building-in dimensions
Installation in a tall unit/side view
All dimensions are given in mm.
* The declared energy consumption was calculated in a 560mm deep niche. The
appliance is fully functional in a 550mm niche but the energy consumption will be
slightly higher.
Before installation, ensure the housing unit is the correct size. The specified ventil-
ation cross-sections must be maintained in order to ensure the correct functioning
of the appliance.
Niche height
A
K 7113 D, K 7103 D Selection, K 7113 F, K 7103 F Selection 874–890
K 7313 D, K 7303 D Selection, K 7313 F, K 7303 F Selection 1220–1236

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Connections and ventilation
All dimensions are given in mm.
aView from the front
bMains connection cable, length 2200 mm
cVentilation cross-section min. 200 cm2
dVentilation
eNo connection sockets in this area

Installation
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Electrical connection
The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable and moulded plug ready for con-
nection to an AC single-phase 220–
240V50Hz supply.
The fuse rating must be at least 10A.
This appliance must be connected to a
suitable switched socket. The electrical
installation must be in compliance with
current local and national safety regula-
tions, (e.g. VDE0100 in Germany / BS
7671 in the UK). We recommend the
use of a suitable RCD .
The socket must not be concealed be-
hind the appliance and must be easily
accessible so that the appliance can be
quickly disconnected from the electrical
supply in case of an emergency.
If the socket is no longer accessible
after installation, an additional means of
disconnection must be provided for all
poles. Suitable means of disconnection
include switches with an all-pole con-
tact gap of at least 3mm. These in-
clude miniature circuit breakers, fuses
and contactors (EN60335).
The mains plug and mains connection
cable must not come into contact with
the back of the appliance as vibrations
can cause damage to these compon-
ents. This could result in a short circuit.
Do not plug in other appliances behind
this appliance.
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).
Do not connect the appliance to a
stand-alone inverter such as those used
with an autonomous energy source e.g.
solar power.
When the appliance is switched on,
power surges could result in a safety
switch-off. This could damage the elec-
tronic module. The appliance must not
be used with so-called energy saving
devices either. These reduce the
amount of energy supplied to the appli-
ance, causing it to overheat.
If the mains cable needs to be replaced,
this must be performed by a qualified
electrician.