Miele KF 18 Vi Series User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Refrigerator-freezer combination
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential
to read the operating and installation instructions
before it is installed and used for the first time.
In this way, you protect yourself and prevent damage to your device.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................4
Guide to the Fridge-Freezer combination ..............................8
Before use ......................................................10
Turning the appliance On/Off ........................................10
Settings.........................................................11
Turning the button sound On/Off ......................................12
Turning off for longer periods of time ..................................13
Temperature and door alarm .......................................14
Temperature alarm ................................................14
Door alarm .......................................................14
Setting the temperature............................................15
Setting the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer sections..............15
SmartFresh drawers ..............................................17
Storage temperatures ..............................................17
Humidity.........................................................17
Using the SmartFresh drawers .......................................17
Using the refrigerator efficiently ....................................20
Using the freezer efficiently ........................................21
Freezing food.....................................................21
Defrosting .......................................................22
Cooling drinks quickly ..............................................22
SuperCool.......................................................23
Ice cube maker ...................................................24
Automatic defrost ................................................25
Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................26
Moving the shelves ................................................26
Floating drawer ...................................................26
Removing the storage shelf from above the drawer .......................28
Ice cube container.................................................29
Small freezer basket ...............................................29
Cleaning and care ................................................30
Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................31
Appliance doors ..................................................31
Humidity filters ....................................................33
Ventilation slits ....................................................33
Door seals .......................................................33
Changing the light bulb .............................................34
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Water filter ......................................................36
Water filter change indicator .........................................36
Exchanging the water filter ..........................................37
Confirming the filter change .........................................38
Using an external water filter .........................................38
Lead free certificate ...............................................41
Frequently asked questions ........................................42
Causes of noises .................................................49
After sales service ................................................50
Caring for the environment.........................................53
Installation ......................................................54
Climate Range ....................................................54
Installation site ....................................................54
Stainless steel panels ..............................................57
Installation options .................................................57
Adjusting the door opening angle (optional accessory) ....................59
Dimensions......................................................60
Installing the appliance ............................................63
Before you begin ..................................................63
RemoteVision module installation .....................................65
Preparing the installation niche .......................................66
Sliding the appliance into the installation niche ..........................70
Aligning the appliance..............................................72
Attaching the appliance to the installation niche..........................73
Plumbing........................................................76
Electrical connection..............................................79
RemoteVision (optional accessory) ..................................80
Contact details ..................................................83
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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.
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.
~Only connect power to the
appliance when all installation and
plumbing work is complete.
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Installation
This appliance is top-heavy and
must be secured to prevent the
possibility of tipping forward.
Keep the doors 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
plumbing 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 Ser-
vice Department.
~This appliance must not be used in
a non-stationary location (e.g. on a
ship).
~Do not install the fridge/freezer 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.
~The ice cube maker is not suitable
for connection to a hot water supply.
~In refrigerators with an automatic ice
maker, avoid contact with the moving
parts of the ejector mechanism, or with
the heating element located on the
bottom of the ice maker. Do not place
fingers or hands on the automatic ice
making mechanism while the
refrigerator is plugged in.
~Do not use water that is
microbiologically or chemically unsafe
or of unknown quality without adequate
disinfection or other treatment before or
after the filter is used; the filter alone is
not an adequate safeguard.
Use
~This appliance is not designed for
commercial use. It is intended for use in
domestic households and in similar
working and residential environments
such as:
– shops, offices and similar work
environments
– by customers in hotels, motels, Bed
& Breakfasts or similar residential
environments.
~This appliance is not intended for
outdoor 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.
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~After your appliance is in operation,
do not touch the cold surfaces in the
machine, ice cubes or frozen food,
particularly when hands are damp or
wet. Skin may adhere to these
extremely cold surfaces.
~Do not refreeze frozen foods which
have thawed completely.
~Do not handle frozen food or ice
with wet hands. Danger of injury.
~Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
~Do not deactivate the water filter
display.
~Do not use sharp-edged objects to
remove frost and ice, or separate
frozen foods and remove ice trays.
They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.
~Do not use defrosting sprays or
de-icers, as they might contain
substances which could damage the
plastic parts or which could cause a
build-up of gases and pose a danger to
health.
~Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal, as these will cause the seal
to deteriorate and become porous with
time.
~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.
The following applies to
stainless steel appliances:
~Do not use sticky notes, transparent
adhesive tape, masking tape or other
types of adhesive on the coated
surface of the appliance door. These
will damage the surface, causing it to
lose its soil resistant protective coating.
~The high-quality surface coating of
the appliance door is susceptible to
scratches. Even a magnet can cause
damage.
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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 doors.
~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.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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aHinged door shelf
bShelves (height adjustable)
cDoor shelves (height adjustable)
dFloating drawer
eControl panel
fHumidity filter
gMain switch to turn the appliance
On/Off
hSmartFresh drawer
iIce maker
jWater filter
kSmall freezer basket
lLarge freezer basket
mIce cube container
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Control panel
aAccess button "p"
activates the control panel
bRefrigerator
cLeft SmartFresh drawer
dRight SmartFresh drawer
eFreezer
fTemperature display
Xcolder; Ywarmer
Allows you to set the desired
temperature in the refrigerator or
freezer section
gFood type(s) to be stored in the
SmartFresh drawer
(left: high humidity
right: low humidity)
hOn/Off sensor button for the
SuperCool function
iOn/Off sensor button for the ice cube
maker
jSensor button for the temperature
and door alarm*
kWater filter change indicator*
* Only visible when the relevant
function is activated
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Before using for the first time
The stainless steel surface of the
appliance is protected with a plastic
film, which protects it during shipping.
Do not remove this protective film until
the appliance has been completely
installed.
After removing the protective film clean
the exterior surface with the supplied
stainless steel agent. This will aid in
preventing resoiling.
^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.
If the appliance was transported or
laid horizontally for any reason,
allow it to stand vertical for at least 8
hours before turning it on. Failure to
do so will affect the functioning of
the appliance.
Turning the appliance On/Off
^Open the upper 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 doors are open, the interior
lights come on.
The access button will light in the
control panel.
The preset temperatures (factory
default settings) are reached after a
few hours. Do not put any food in
the appliance until the preset
temperatures are reached.
,Turning off the appliance with
the main switch does not safely
isolate it from the power supply.
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Using the settings
This appliance is operated with the use
of touch keys activated by a finger.
– An available button will appear white.
– A selected button will appear yellow.
^Touch the access button "p"soit
turns yellow.
On the control panel you will now see
the sensor buttons of the four appliance
zones.
At the right of the control panel there is
a sensor button to turn the ice maker on
and off.
When the ice maker is in operation, the
sensor button appears yellow.
^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 may
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, or
– turn on the ice cube maker.
For additional information, see the
corresponding sections in this 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 four
appliance zones now disappear from
the control panel.
Settings
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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 unit
°C-°F
(see "Setting the
temperature")
†
RemoteVision
Module settings
(optional accessory)
;
Button sound on/off
(see "Settings")
=
No function ^
To enter and exit the
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 section 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.
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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.
^Shut off the water supply line,
(several hours before switching off
the appliance)
^Take all food out of the appliance
^Turn the appliance off at the main
switch
^Unplug the appliance
^Empty the ice cube container
^Clean the interior
^Remove and discard the water filter
(secure the filter cap)
^Leave the doors open to prevent
odors
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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 open doors.
The alarm system is always
operational, it does not need to be
turned 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.
If the freezer zone is affected, the
temperature display shows the warmest
temperature reached during the alarm.
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 being
frozen 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.
If the temperature in the freezer
zone reaches 0°F (-18°C) or higher,
check that food has not defrosted.
Door alarm
If one of the appliance doors is left
open for over 5 minutes, an alarm
signal will sound and the "alarm"
indicator will turn red.
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.
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Setting the temperature in the
refrigerator and freezer
sections
The refrigerator and freezer sections
can be set independently of each other.
^Touch the access button "p"soit
turns yellow.
^Touch the sensor button for the
refrigerator or freezer section 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
them down to move through the
temperature range more quickly.
The temperature display on the
control panel always shows the
desired temperature.
When you have adjusted the
temperature, wait for approx. 6 hours if
the appliance is not very full and for
approx. 24 hours if the appliance is full
before checking the temperature, as it
will take this long for the appliance to
reach the temperature. If, after this
time, the temperature is still too high or
too low, you will need to adjust it again.
Temperature range
The temperature can be selected within
the following ranges:
– Refrigerator:
36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C)
A temperature of 37°F (4°C) in the
refrigerator section is recommended.
– Freezer:
7°F to -11°F (-14°C to -24°C).
To freeze fresh food and store frozen
food for an extended period of time, a
temperature of 0°F (-18°C) is
suggested.
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.
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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 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.
^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.
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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.
Humidity
The level of humidity in the SmartFresh
drawers is dependent on:
– the moisture content of the stored
food, and
– the quantity of food stored.
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.
Using the SmartFresh drawers
There are two SmartFresh drawers.
^Use the respective sensor button to
select the desired drawer.
– Left: Foods that are best stored
under humid conditions, such as
vegetables and fruit
– Right: Foods that are best stored
under dry conditions, such as meat,
fish and dairy products
The selected sensor button turns
yellow, and the symbols for the food
choices appear.
^Use the sensor buttons to select the
desired food type(s).
^To delete a food type, simply touch
the sensor button again.
Please note that you cannot select
foods that require humid conditions and
foods that require dry conditions at the
same time. But several food types
within one group can be selected at the
same time.
^Place the food in the SmartFresh
drawer.
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For optimal storage conditions, it is
always best to store similar foods
together in one crisper.
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.
Foods that are best stored under dry
conditions:
– fresh fish and shellfish, meat, poultry,
sausage, dairy products and deli
salads.
Please note that foods rich in protein
deteriorate faster than others. Shellfish,
for example, deteriorates faster than
fish, and fish deteriorates faster than
meat.
Always keep these foods covered or
wrapped.
Exception: Meat (The surface of the
meat dries out slightly, slowing the
growth of bacteria so the meat lasts
longer. Do not let one type of meat
come into direct contact with another
type; always keep them in separate
packages. This prevents premature
deterioration of the meat through
bacterial cross-contamination).
Take food out of the SmartFresh
drawer approx. 30-60 minutes
before using it. The flavor and taste
do not fully develop until the food
has reached room temperature.
Important: If the divider is not in
place, the function of the
SmartFresh drawers is impaired!
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If you are not satisfied with your
stored food (for example the food
wilts or becomes withered after only
a short storage time), check the
following again:
^Store only fresh food. The initial
condition of the food is most
important for maintaining freshness.
^Before storing food, clean the
SmartFresh zone.
^Very moist food should be dried off
before storing it.
^Do not store cold-sensitive food in
the SmartFresh zone.
^Remember that not all foods can be
stored together.
^For optimal storage conditions, it is
always best to store similar foods
together in one drawer (for humid or
dry storage).
^The food in the humid SmartFresh
drawer should be stored unwrapped.
A high humidity in the SmartFresh
zone is created solely by the
moisture in the stored food. If the
humidity level is not high enough, for
example when not enough food is
stored, the humidity level can be
raised with a damp sponge..
^If you feel that the temperature in the
SmartFresh zone is too high or too
low, try to adjust it by raising or
lowering the temperature in the
refrigerator by 1 to 2 °C. Make sure
that ice crystals do not form on the
bottom of the SmartFresh zone; if this
happens the temperature must be
increased, otherwise the food will be
damaged by the cold.
^Do not allow water to collect on the
bottom of the SmartFresh zone, use a
cloth to dry it. If necessary, wipe food
dry before storing it, or put a grill on
the bottom of the SmartFresh zone so
that the moisture can drain off.
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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.
Warmest area
The warmest area is in the top section
of the door (storage shelf). 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,
– plastic-wrapped vegetables and
other fresh food whose best-before
date requires storage at a
temperature of at least 4°C.
Do not store explosive materials in
the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans). Danger of explosion.
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.
To allow air to circulate efficiently,
do not pack food too closely
together in the refrigerator. Do not
cover the fan in the rear wall of the
refrigerator, as this is essential for
keeping the appliance cool.
Using the refrigerator efficiently
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