Miele KF 2981 Vi User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Fridge-freezer
To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for
the first time.
en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 942 180

Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 5
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 15
Installation............................................................................................................ 16
Location................................................................................................................. 16
Installation notes ................................................................................................... 17
Adjoining cabinets/units................................................................................... 17
Load-bearing capacity of the niche floor ......................................................... 18
Ventilation......................................................................................................... 18
Side-by-side units ............................................................................................ 19
Specifications for the mains water connection ..................................................... 20
Installation dimensions.......................................................................................... 21
Dimensions with appliance doors open (opening angle 90°/115°) .................. 22
Dimensions of furniture fronts ............................................................................... 23
Installing the appliance.......................................................................................... 24
Before you start................................................................................................ 24
Tools required................................................................................................... 24
Weight of furniture fronts.................................................................................. 25
Aligning the installation niche........................................................................... 25
Checking the installation niche ........................................................................ 26
Before installation............................................................................................. 27
Preparing the installation niche ........................................................................ 28
Pushing the appliance into the niche ............................................................... 30
Aligning the appliance ...................................................................................... 32
Securing the appliance in the niche ................................................................. 35
Preparing to install the furniture fronts ............................................................. 36
Securing and aligning the furniture fronts ........................................................ 39
Securing the covers ......................................................................................... 44
Securing the plinth and base cover.................................................................. 46
Limiting the opening angle of the appliance doors .......................................... 47
Water connection .................................................................................................. 48
Information about the water supply ................................................................. 48
Connecting the appliance to the mains water supply...................................... 49
Electrical connection ............................................................................................. 50
Saving energy ...................................................................................................... 52
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 54
Main screen........................................................................................................... 56
Settings mode .................................................................................................. 57
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 59
Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 59

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Optional accessories............................................................................................. 60
Using for the first time ........................................................................................ 61
Before using for the first time................................................................................ 61
Closing the fridge zone doors .......................................................................... 61
Choosing the right Door assistant (Push2open/Pull2open) ............................ 61
Affixing the MasterFresh zone labels ............................................................... 62
Inserting the Active AirClean filters .................................................................. 62
Operating the appliance........................................................................................ 63
Using for the first time...................................................................................... 64
Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 65
Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................ 66
Selecting further settings ................................................................................... 67
Switching the Keypad lock / on or off........................................................... 67
Switching Eco modeon or off.......................................................................... 68
Carrying out a Self test..................................................................................... 69
Switching Condensation protection on and off ................................................ 70
Switching on the Door assistant........................................................................ 70
Switching off the Door assistant....................................................................... 72
Miele@home .......................................................................................................... 73
Switching off Demo mode.................................................................................. 77
Resetting the settings to their factory default settings .................................... 78
SwitchingHolidaymode on or off ................................................................... 80
Switching Sabbath modeon or off.................................................................... 81
Switching on, switching off, or resetting theWater filter display..................... 82
Switching on, switching off, or resetting theDisplay Active AirClean filter...... 84
The correct temperature..................................................................................... 86
...in the fridge zone and in the MasterFresh zone ................................................ 86
... in the freezer zone ............................................................................................. 87
Setting the temperature......................................................................................... 87
Temperature range ........................................................................................... 88
Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze.................................................................... 89
Temperature and door alarm.............................................................................. 92
Adjusting the interior fittings.............................................................................. 94
Moving the shelves in the appliance door............................................................. 94
Moving the adjustable shelves .............................................................................. 94
Removing the hanging drawer .............................................................................. 95
Removing compartments from the refrigerator section ........................................ 96
Removing the freezer baskets............................................................................... 96

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Removing the ice cube container.......................................................................... 97
Using the refrigerator efficiently ........................................................................ 98
Different storage zones ......................................................................................... 98
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator...................................... 98
Notes on buying food............................................................................................ 99
Storing food correctly............................................................................................ 99
Storing food in the MasterFresh zone ............................................................. 100
MasterFresh zone ................................................................................................ 100
Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture regulator ........................... 100
Dry compartment with low temperature......................................................... 102
Freezing and storing food................................................................................. 104
Freezing fresh food.............................................................................................. 104
Storing frozen food.............................................................................................. 104
Home freezing ..................................................................................................... 105
Before placing food in the appliance .................................................................. 106
Placing food in the freezer................................................................................... 106
Making ice cubes .............................................................................................. 108
Automatic defrosting ........................................................................................ 110
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 111
Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 111
Before cleaning the appliance............................................................................. 112
Cleaning the interior and accessories ................................................................. 112
Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 113
Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 113
Cleaning the water filter (IntensiveClear mesh filter) ........................................... 113
Replacing the Active AirClean filters ................................................................... 115
After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 116
Water filter.......................................................................................................... 117
Problem solving guide ...................................................................................... 118
Noises................................................................................................................. 129
Service................................................................................................................ 130
Contact in case of fault ....................................................................................... 130
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 130
Copyright and licences ..................................................................................... 131

Warning and Safety instructions
5
This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety
requirements. However, inappropriate use can lead to personal
injury and damage to property.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully
before using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They
contain important information on safety, installation, use and
maintenance of the appliance. This is to protect yourself from
injury and from damaging your appliance.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in
“Installation”, as well as in the “Warning and Safety instructions”.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owner.
Risk of injury and damage due to the refrigeration appliance
tipping over.
This refrigeration appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards
when the doors are open.
Keep the appliance doors shut until the appliance has been built in
and secured in its installation niche in accordance with the
operating and installation instructions.
Correct application
 This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar
environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts
and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/
shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed
& breakfasts.

Warning and Safety instructions
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This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use.
 This appliance is intended for cooling and storing food and drinks
as well as for storing deep-frozen food, freezing fresh food and for
making ice.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.
 This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool
medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar
substances or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such
purposes may cause deterioration of the items stored.
The appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a
risk of explosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation of the appliance.
 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision and instruction concerning its use by a person
responsible for their safety.
They may only use the appliance unsupervised if its operation has
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely and
are able to understand and recognise the possible dangers caused
by incorrect operation.
Safety with children
 Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.
 Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
 Cleaning work may only be carried out by older children under the
supervision of an adult.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
 Risk of death. Please bear in mind that removing the dividing
panel in the large freezer basket may tempt children to climb inside
the freezer basket.
 The appliance door hinges can cause injury. Keep children away
at all times.
 Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves in
packing material (e.g. foil) or pull it over their head with the risk of
suffocation. Keep packaging material away from children.

Warning and Safety instructions
8
Technical safety
 The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. The
refrigeration appliance complies with all current local and national
safety requirements.
 This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is
flammable, it does not damage the ozone layer and has a lower
greenhouse effect than some other refrigerants.
The use of this coolant, however, leads to a slight increase in the
noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the
compressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around
the system. 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. Leaking refrigerant
can damage the eyes.
In the event of any damage:
– avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark
– disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity
supply
– ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several
minutes, and
– call Miele.
 The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room should be in which it is installed. In the event of a leakage,
if the appliance is in a small room, there is a danger of combustible
gases building up. For every 11 g of coolant at least 1m3 of room
space is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated
on a data plate inside the appliance.

Warning and Safety instructions
9
 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
requirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical
installation 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.
 The socket must not be concealed behind the appliance and must
be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly
disconnected from the electricity supply in case of an emergency.
 If the electrical connection cable supplied is damaged, it must
only be replaced by an original spare part to prevent a hazard for the
user. Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when
original Miele spare parts are used.
 Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
 If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains
connection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not
operate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to
moisture (e.g in a garage or laundry).
 This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (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 when it has
been fully installed.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply
during installation, maintenance and repair work, and during
installation work on the mains water connection. It is only completely
isolated from the power supply when:
– the mains circuit breaker is switched off, or
– the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is
applicable), or
– it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn from
the socket.
 Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs, or a faulty
mains water connection can result in considerable danger for the
user.
Maintenance and repairs, installation work on the mains water
connection, and all repairs on the ice/water outlet must only be
carried out by a Miele authorised technician.
 The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired by a Miele authorised technician.
 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare
parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the
appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
 Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty water
connection.
 The ice cube maker must only be connected to a cold water
supply.
 Danger of injury! Ensure that you do not come into contact with
moving parts on the dispensing mechanism of the ice cube maker or
the heating element on the ice cube maker.

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
inside 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, with the result that it cannot maintain the required
temperature.
 To ensure proper air flow in and out of the appliance, the
ventilation gaps in the appliance and built-in structure must not be
covered or blocked in any way. This would also increase the energy
consumption and could cause damage to the appliance.
 If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or
the appliance door, make sure that it does not come into contact
with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks or break
the plastic. Make sure that no fat or oil leaks onto the plastic parts of
the appliance.
 Risk of fire and explosion! Do not store any explosive materials or
products containing flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans) in the
refrigeration appliance. 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 appliance. Danger of
sparking and explosion.
 Risk of injury and damage! Do not store cans or bottles containing
carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer zone.
They could burst.
 Risk of injury and damage! When chilling drinks in the freezer
zone, make sure that bottles are not left in for more than one hour.
Otherwise they could burst, causing injury or damage.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 Danger of injury! Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of
the appliance with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen
food or to the metal.
 Danger of injury! Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands
and never place ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from
the freezer zone. The very low temperature of the frozen goods can
cause frost burn to the lips and tongue.
 Do not refreeze thawed or partially thawed food. Defrosted food
should be used up as quickly as possible, as food soon loses its
nutritional value and goes off. Defrosted food may only be refrozen
after it has been cooked.
 Food stored for too long may present a 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. Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's
packaging regarding storage conditions and use-by dates.
 Use only genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts or
accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be
invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.

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 this appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short
circuit.
 Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp
edged or pointed objects to
– remove frost and ice, or accelerate the defrosting process,
– separate frozen foods and remove ice trays.
 Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost
it. These can damage the plastic parts.
 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.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Transport
 To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
 Risk of injury and damage! The appliance is very heavy and must
be transported by two people.
Disposal of your old appliance
 If your old appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This way you will
prevent the risk of playing children accidentally locking themselves in
and endangering their lives.
 Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to
damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the refrigerant channels in the condenser,
– bending any pipework, or
– scratching the surface coating.

Caring for the environment
15
Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and can normally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
sites. Ensure that any plastic
wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of
safely and kept out of the reach of
babies and young children. Danger of
suffocation!
Disposing of your old
appliance
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials,
compounds and components which
were essential for their correct
functioning and safety. These could be
hazardous to human 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 your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre for electrical and electronic
appliances, or contact Miele. You are
also responsible for deleting any
personal data that may be stored on the
appliance being disposed of.
Take care not to damage the pipework
at the back of the appliance before or
during transportation to an authorised
collection depot.
This is to ensure that refrigerant in the
pipework and oil in the compressor are
contained and will not leak out into the
environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance
presents no danger to children while
being stored awaiting disposal. See
“Warning and Safety instructions” for
more information.

Installation
*INSTALLATION*
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Location
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
When deciding where to install your
refrigerator, please bear in mind that it
will use more energy if installed near a
heater, cooktop or other appliance that
gives off heat. Direct sunlight should
also be avoided.
The higher the room temperature, the
longer the compressor will run and the
higher the energy consumption will be.
Please note the following when
installing the appliance:
– The mains socket must not be
located directly behind the appliance
and must be easily accessible.
– The plug and the power cable must
not touch the rear of the refrigeration
appliance as they could be damaged
by vibrations from the appliance.
– Nor should other appliances be
plugged into a socket located directly
behind this appliance.
If installation near a heat source is
unavoidable, observe the following
minimum distances between the
appliance and the heat source:
– at least 3cm
to electric or gas stoves
– at least 30cm
to oil or coal stoves.
If it is not possible to observe these
minimum distances, an insulation plate
must be installed between the
refrigeration appliance and the heat
source.
Climate range
The appliance is designed for use within
a certain climate range (ambient
temperatures) and should not be used
outside this range. The climate range of
the appliance is stated on the data plate
inside the 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
Operating in a room which is too cold
will result in the compressor switching
off for too long, causing the internal
temperature in the appliance to rise with
the risk of food deteriorating and going
off.

Installation
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Risk of damage due to high
humidity.
In environments with high humidity,
condensation can build up on
external appliance panels, which can
cause corrosion.
Install the refrigeration appliance in a
dry and/or air-conditioned room with
sufficient ventilation.
After installation, make sure that the
appliance doors close properly, the
ventilation gaps are not covered and
that the appliance has been installed
in accordance with these operating
and installation instructions.
Installation notes
Danger of damage and injury
due to the appliance tipping over!
This refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and can tip forwards when the
door(s) is/are open.
Keep the appliance door(s) shut until
the appliance has been built in and
secured in its housing in accordance
with these operating and installation
instructions.
Due to the size and weight of the
appliance, installation must be
carried out by two people.
Adjoining cabinets/units
The appliance is screwed to the
adjoining cabinets/units to the side and
above. For this reason, it is essential
that all cabinets/units are fixed to the
ground or wall.

Installation
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Load-bearing capacity of the niche
floor
To ensure the safe installation of the
appliance and to guarantee its correct
functioning, the floor of the niche where
the appliance is to be installed must be
smooth and even.
It must be made from strong, rigid
material.
Because the appliance is extremely
heavy when fully loaded, it is essential
that the floor it stands on is able to bear
its weight. If necessary, seek the advice
of an architect or construction expert.
When fully loaded, the approx. weight
of the appliance is:
KF 2981 Vi 518 kg
Ventilation
Risk of fire and damage due to
insufficient ventilation.
If the refrigeration appliance is not
ventilated sufficiently, the
compressor will run more frequently
and for longer periods.
This will result in increased energy
consumption and a higher operating
temperature of the compressor. This,
in turn, can result in damage to the
compressor.
Please ensure that there is adequate
ventilation around the appliance.
It is essential to observe the required
ventilation gaps. The ventilation gaps
must not be covered or blocked in
any way.

Installation
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Side-by-side units
This appliance can be installed side by
side with another refrigeration
appliance. The following overview will
show you which side-by-side
installation options you have with your
refrigeration appliance.
Depending on the installation
situation, you may need the side-by-
side installation kit (see “Accessories -
Optional accessories”).
Instructions for installing appliances
side by side can be found in the side-
by-side installation kit installation
instructions.
. . . with partition wall
The wall a between the side-by-side
refrigeration appliances must be at
least 16mm thick.
If the door hinges of the appliances
are next to each other, you must take
into account the thickness of the
cabinet fronts and door handles so
that the appliance doors do not
collide and become damaged if they
are opened at the same time.
The appliances are secured individually
in their niche using the supplied
installation material.
If the partition wall a is between 16 mm
and 160mm, you will need the side
panel heater from the side-by-side
installation kit to prevent condensation
from forming and any resulting damage.
When planning installation niches,
please note that the niche into which
the refrigeration appliance with the
side panel heater is installed must be
4mm wider (see “Installation –
Installation dimensions”).
If the partition wall a is thicker than
160mm, you do not need the side-by-
side installation kit, nor the side panel
heater.

Installation
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. . .without partition wall
If the appliances are to be installed next
to each other without a partition wall
between them, they will need to be
joined together with the side-by-side
installation kit. In addition, you must
install the side panel heater to prevent
condensation from forming and any
resulting damage.
Specifications for the mains
water connection
– Connection to the water supply must
comply with the applicable
regulations in the country where the
appliance is being installed.
All units and systems used to supply
water to the refrigeration appliance
must also comply with the applicable
regulations in the respective country.
– The appliance may only be
connected to the water supply by a
suitably qualified technician.
– The quality of the water used must
conform to the requirements for
drinking water in the country where
the refrigeration appliance is being
used.
– Connect the stainless steel hose to
the fresh water supply and avoid
connection to a water supply in
which the water might stagnate.
– The appliance is only suitable for
connection to a cold water line.
– The water pressure must be between
200kPa and 800kPa (2 and 8bar).
– A tap must be provided between the
stainless steel hose and the mains
water supply to ensure that the water
supply can be shut off if necessary.
– The tap should be easily accessible
after the appliance has been built in.