Miele KF 2981 Vi User manual

Operating and Installation Instructions
Fridge-freezer Combination
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be-
fore installation or use.
en-US, CA M.-Nr. 10 785 190

Contents
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................ 6
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 15
Installation information....................................................................................... 16
Installation location ............................................................................................... 16
Climate class .................................................................................................... 17
Installation notes ................................................................................................... 17
Load-bearing capacity of the niche floor ......................................................... 17
Adjoining cabinetry/units.................................................................................. 17
Ventilation ......................................................................................................... 17
Specifications for the plumbed water connection............................................ 18
Side-by-side ..................................................................................................... 19
Installation dimensions....................................................................................... 20
Dimensions when the appliance door is open (opening angle 90°/115°).............. 22
Dimensions of the cabinet front......................................................................... 23
Building in the appliance .................................................................................... 24
Before starting....................................................................................................... 24
Tools required........................................................................................................ 24
Weight of cabinet fronts ........................................................................................ 25
Aligning the installation niche................................................................................ 25
Checking the installation space ............................................................................ 26
Before installation.................................................................................................. 26
Preparing the installation niche ............................................................................. 27
Pushing the appliance into the niche .................................................................... 30
Aligning the appliance ........................................................................................... 31
Securing the appliance in the niche ...................................................................... 34
Preparing the cabinet fronts.................................................................................. 35
Securing and aligning the cabinet fronts............................................................... 38
Mounting the retaining brackets....................................................................... 40
Securing the covers .............................................................................................. 42
Securing the toe-kick board and cover................................................................. 45
Limiting the opening angle of the appliance doors ............................................... 45
Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 46
Water connection ................................................................................................ 48
Information on the fresh water connection ........................................................... 48
Installing the water hose to the appliance............................................................. 49
How to save energy............................................................................................. 50

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Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 52
Main screen........................................................................................................... 54
Settings mode .................................................................................................. 55
Symbols in settings mode ........................................................................... 56
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 57
Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 57
Optional accessories............................................................................................. 58
Before first use .................................................................................................... 59
Before first use ...................................................................................................... 59
Opening and closing the Fridge Zone door...................................................... 59
Sticking on the SmartFresh zone labels...........................................................59
Inserting the Active AirClean filters .................................................................. 60
Using the appliance............................................................................................... 61
Starting up for the first time .............................................................................61
Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 63
Turning off for longer periods of time .................................................................... 64
Selecting additional settings.............................................................................. 65
Switching Keypad Lock on or off /................................................................ 65
Switching Eco Modeon or off.......................................................................... 65
Performing a Self Test....................................................................................... 66
Switching Condensation Protection on and off ................................................ 67
Switching on Door Assistant............................................................................. 68
Switching off Door Assistant............................................................................. 69
Setting up Miele@home.................................................................................... 70
Switching off Demo Mode.................................................................................. 74
Resetting the settings to their default settings ................................................ 74
SwitchingVacationmode on or off.................................................................. 76
Switching Sabbath Mode On/Off....................................................................... 77
Switching on, switching off or resetting Water Filter Display........................... 78
Switching on, switching off, or resetting theDisplay Active AirClean Filter..... 80
The correct temperature..................................................................................... 82
...in the Fridge Zone and in the SmartFresh zone ................................................ 82
Automatic cold air circulation (DynaCool) ............................................................. 82
...in the Freezer Zone............................................................................................ 82
Setting the temperature......................................................................................... 83
Temperature range ...........................................................................................83
Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze ................................................. 84
Temperature and door alarm.............................................................................. 86

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Adjusting the interior fittings.............................................................................. 88
Moving the shelves in the appliance door............................................................. 88
Moving the adjustable shelves .............................................................................. 88
Removing the hanging drawer .............................................................................. 89
Removing compartments from the Fridge Zone ................................................... 89
Removing the freezer baskets............................................................................... 90
Removing the dividing panel (depending on the model).................................. 90
Removing the ice cube tray................................................................................... 91
Storing food in the refrigerator section............................................................. 92
Different storage zones ......................................................................................... 92
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ......................... 93
Notes on buying food............................................................................................ 94
Storing food correctly............................................................................................ 94
Storing food in the SmartFresh zone................................................................. 95
SmartFresh zone ................................................................................................... 95
Humidity-controlled compartment with moisture regulator ............................. 95
Dry compartment with low temperature........................................................... 97
Freezing and storing food................................................................................... 99
Maximum freezing capacity .................................................................................. 99
What happens when you freeze fresh food?......................................................... 99
Storing frozen food.............................................................................................. 100
Home freezing ..................................................................................................... 100
Placing food in the Freezer Zone......................................................................... 101
Making ice cubes .............................................................................................. 103
Automatic defrosting ........................................................................................ 105
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 106
Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 106
Before cleaning the appliance............................................................................. 107
Interior and accessories ...................................................................................... 107
Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 108
Cleaning the ventilation grilles............................................................................. 108
After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 108
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 109
Causes of noises ............................................................................................... 119
Water filter.......................................................................................................... 120
Changing the water filter ..................................................................................... 121

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Using an external water filter............................................................................... 122
Lead-free certificate ............................................................................................ 124
Technical Service............................................................................................... 125
Contact in case of fault ....................................................................................... 125
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 125
Declaration of conformity................................................................................. 126
Copyright and licenses ..................................................................................... 127

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
6
This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements.
Please note that inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and
damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance,
please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first
time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and
maintenance.
Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instruc-
tions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users
are familiar with the contents. Pass them on to any future owner.
Danger of injury!
This appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards when the door is
open.
Keep the appliance door shut until the appliance has been built in
and secured in its housing in accordance with the operating and
installation instructions.
Appropriate use
 This appliance is intended for use in domestic households and
similar residential environments such as
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environ-
ments
– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments
– bed and breakfast type environments
– catering and similar non-retail applications.
This appliance is not intended for use outdoors, in damp environ-
ments or in places exposed to rain.

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 This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and
storing food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food, freez-
ing 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 other such ma-
terials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such purposes
can cause deterioration of the items stored. The appliance is not
suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or in-
correct use of the appliance.
 Persons (including children) which lack physical, sensory or men-
tal abilities or experience with the machine should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a responsible person.
Safety with children
 To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or
near the appliance.
 The door hinges can cause injury. Keep children well away at all
times.
 Ensure that any packing material is disposed of safely and kept
out of the reach of children. DANGER of suffocation!
Technical safety
 The refrigerant system is tested for leaks. This appliance complies
with statutory safety requirements.
 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 The electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly grounded. 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 electricity supply.
 The outlet must not be concealed behind the appliance and must
be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly discon-
nected from the electrical supply in case of an emergency.
 If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Miele au-
thorized technician in order to protect the user from harm.
 The electrical outlet must be properly grounded.
 Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply with a power
bar or extension cord. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance.
 If moisture gets into electrical components or into the power cord,
it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not operate the machine
in areas where there may be moisture or splashing water (e.g.,
garages, laundry rooms).
 This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile in-
stallations (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 machine must be disconnected from the power supply during
installation, maintenance, and repair work, and installation work on
the fresh water connection. The machine is only completely isolated
from the power supply when:
– the fuses have been switched off, or

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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– the circuit breaker has been removed completely, or
– the power cord has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not on
the power cord when disconnecting it from the power supply.
 Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs, or a faulty
fresh water connection can cause considerable danger for the user.
Installation, maintenance, and repairs, installation work on the fresh
water connection, and all repairs on the ice/water outlet must only
ever be carried out by a Miele authorized technician.
 Any manufacturer's warranty will be void if the appliance is not re-
paired by a Miele approved service technician.
 Defective components should only be replaced by Miele original
parts. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the
safety of the appliance.
 Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty con-
nection to the fresh water supply.
 The ice cube maker must only be connected to a cold water line.
 DANGER of injury! Never tamper with the movable components
on the ice cube maker or the element on the ice cube maker.
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 tempera-
ture.
 WARNING! DANGER of overheating! Do not cover or block the air
vents. This can impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the
power consumption and cause damage to the appliance.

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 If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance,
make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic compo-
nents as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
 Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Electrical components could
cause flammable vapors to ignite.
DANGER of fire and explosion.
 Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice cream
maker) inside the appliance.
DANGER of sparking and explosion.
 Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liq-
uids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could ex-
plode.
DANGER of injury and damage to the appliance.
 When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are
not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst, caus-
ing injury or damage.
 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 frost burn!
 Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place
ice cubes or popsicles in your mouth straight from the freezer sec-
tion. The very low temperature of the frozen ice or popsicles can
cause frost burn to the lips and tongue. DANGER of injury.
 Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume de-
frosted food as soon as possible, as it will lose its nutritional value
and spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be refrozen af-
ter it has been cooked.

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 When eating stored food, there is a danger 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. Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage in-
structions.
 Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from
other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid.

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Cleaning and maintenance
 Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals.
They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.
 Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
The steam can reach the 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 or ice,
– separate frozen foods or 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 could contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might
cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Transport
 To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
 DANGER of injury and damage. The appliance is very heavy and
must be transported by two people.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Disposal of your old appliance
 Children could become trapped in the machine and could suffo-
cate.
– Remove the machine doors.
– Remove the drawers.
– Leave the adjustable shelves in the machine so children cannot
climb inside.
 DANGER of electric shock!
– Cut the plug off the power cord.
– Cut the power cord off the old appliance.
 Dispose of them separately from the appliance.
 Ensure that the appliance is not stored in the vicinity of gasoline or
inflammable gases and liquids during and after disposal.
 Make sure that the coolant pipework is not damaged during dis-
posal to avoid uncontrolled leakage of oil and coolant (see data plate
for coolant type).
 Splashes of coolant can cause damage to the eyes. Be careful not
to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the coolant channels in the evaporator,
– kinking any pipework,
– scratching the surface coating.

Caring for the environment
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Disposal of packaging material
The packaging is designed to protect
the appliance from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of children. Return
the packaging to your dealer.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
contain valuable materials. They also
contain certain substances, compounds
and components which were essential
for the proper functioning and safe use
of the equipment. Handling these mate-
rials improperly by disposing of them in
your household waste can be harmful to
your health and the environment. There-
fore, please do not dispose of your old
appliance with regular household waste
and follow local regulations on proper
disposal.
Consult with local authorities, dealers or
Miele in order to dispose of and recycle
electrical and electronic appliances.
Miele assumes no responsibility for
deleting any personal data left on the
appliance being disposed.
Take care not to damage the pipework
at the back of your appliance before or
during transportation to an authorized,
environmentally friendly collection de-
pot.
This way, coolant in the pipework and
oil in the compressor will be contained,
and will not leak into the environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance
does not pose a danger to children
while being stored prior to disposal.
See “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUC-
TIONS” for more information.

Installation information
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Risk of injury and damage.
This appliance must be built in, oth-
erwise it could tip over.
Keep the appliance door(s) shut until
the appliance has been built in and
secured in its housing in accordance
with the operating and installation in-
structions.
Fire hazard and risk of damage.
The appliance must not be installed
underneath a cooktop.
Installation location
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
When deciding where to install your ap-
pliance, please bear in mind that the
energy consumption will increase if in-
stalled near to a heater, a cooker, or
other appliance that gives off heat. Di-
rect sunlight should also be avoided.
The higher the room temperature, the
longer the compressor has to run and
the higher the energy consumption is.
When installing the appliance, please
note:
– The electrical outlet must be easily
accessible in an emergency and not
concealed behind the appliance.
– The plug and power cord must not
touch the back of the appliance as
they could be damaged by vibrations
from the appliance.
– Do not plug other appliances into
electrical outlets behind this appli-
ance.
If installation near a heat source is un-
avoidable, observe the following mini-
mum distances between the appliance
and the heat source:
– At least 1 1/4" (3cm) to electric or
gas stoves
– At least 11 3/4" (30cm) to oil or coal-
based stoves
If it is not possible to observe these
minimum distances, an insulation plate
must be installed between the appli-
ance and the heat source.

Installation information
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Climate class
The appliance is designed for use within
a certain climate range (ambient tem-
peratures) and should not be used out-
side this range. The climate range of the
appliance is stated on the data plate in-
side the appliance.
Climate
class
Room temperature
SN 50°F to 90°F / 10°C to 32°C
N 60°F to 90°F / 16°C to 32°C
ST 60°F to 100°F / 16°C to
38°C
T 60°F to 109°F / 16°C to
43°C
Operating in a room which is too cold
will cause the compressor to turn off for
too long, causing the internal tempera-
ture in the appliance to rise, resulting in
damage.
Risk of damage. In environ-
ments with high humidity, conden-
sation may appear on the external
surfaces of the appliance.
This condensate can cause corrosion
on external appliance panels.
To prevent this, it is advisable to in-
stall the appliance with sufficient
ventilation in a dry and/or air-condi-
tioned room.
After installation, make sure that the
appliance door closes properly, the
air vents are not covered and that
the appliance has been installed in
accordance with these installation in-
structions.
Installation notes
Load-bearing capacity of the niche
floor
The floor of the space where the appli-
ance is to be installed must be flat and
level.
It must be made from strong, rigid ma-
terial.
The appliance is extremely heavy when
fully loaded, and the floor it stands on
must be able to bear its weight. If nec-
essary, seek the advice of an architect
or structural engineer.
When fully loaded, the weight of the ap-
pliance is about:
KF 2981 Vi 1142 lbs
(518 kg)
Adjoining cabinetry/units
The appliance is screwed to the adjoin-
ing cabinetry/units to the side and
above. For this reason, it is essential
that all cabinets/units are fixed to the
ground and/or wall.
Ventilation
WARNING! Risk of fire!
Operation of the appliance is limited.
Keep the required ventilation gaps
free from obstruction.

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Noncompliance with the specified di-
mensions for the ventilation grille will
cause the compressor to turn on
more often and run for longer peri-
ods.
This causes increased energy con-
sumption and an increased com-
pressor operating temperature,
which can result in damage to the
compressor.
Do not block the ventilation gaps.
They must also be cleaned on a reg-
ular basis to remove dust.
Specifications for the plumbed water
connection
– The machine may only be connected
to the plumbed water connection by
qualified technicians.
– Connection to the household water
supply must comply with the applica-
ble regulations in the country in
which the machine is being installed.
All units and systems used to supply
water to the machine must also com-
ply with the applicable regulations in
the respective country.
– The water quality must comply with
the requirements for drinking water in
the country in which the machine is
being operated.
– The water pressure must be between
29 and 116psi (2 and 8bar).
– The appliance is only suitable for
connection to a cold water line.
– The appliance may only be con-
nected directly to a fresh water sup-
ply to ensure that water is circulated
in the cold water line.
– A shut-off valve must be provided
between the water line and the water
supply of the building to ensure that
the water supply can be cut off if
necessary.
– Make sure that the shut-off valve is
still accessible after the appliance
has been installed.

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Side-by-side
This appliance can be installed side-by-
side with another refrigeration appli-
ance. The following overview will show
you which side-by-side options you
have with your appliance:
A side-by-side merging kit is required
for this. This is available from your
Miele dealer or Miele Technical Ser-
vice.
Instructions for installing appliances
side-by-side can be found in the side-
by-side merging kit instruction man-
ual.
...with partition wall
The wall a between the side-by-side
appliances must be at least
5/8" (16mm) thick.
The appliances are secured individually
in their niche using the supplied instal-
lation material.
If the partition wall a is narrower than
65/16" (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.
If the partition wall a is thicker than
65/16" (160mm), you do not need the
side-by-side installation kit, nor the side
panel heater.
. . .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 in-
stallation kit. In addition, you must in-
stall the side panel heater to prevent
condensation from forming and any re-
sulting damage.

Installation dimensions
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– The electrical connection must not be positioned higher than 9" above the floor.
– The 1/4" plumbed water connection (not supplied) should not be positioned
higher than 2" above the floor.
The electrical outlet must not be concealed behind the appliance and must be
easily accessible in an emergency!