Miele KWT 6321 UG User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Wine conditioning unit
To avoid 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-GB M.-Nr. 09 875 610

Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 4
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 12
How to save energy............................................................................................. 13
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 14
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 16
Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 16
Optional accessories............................................................................................. 16
Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 17
Before using for the first time................................................................................ 17
Switching the wine unit on .................................................................................... 17
Switching the alarm off..................................................................................... 17
Switching the wine unit off .................................................................................... 17
Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................ 18
Selecting further settings ................................................................................... 19
Safety lock ........................................................................................................ 19
Activating or deactivating the lock ................................................................... 19
To change the brightness of the temperature display.......................................... 20
The optimum temperature and air quality......................................................... 21
The optimum temperature..................................................................................... 21
Setting the temperature.................................................................................... 22
Temperature range ...........................................................................................23
Temperature display ......................................................................................... 23
Air quality and humidity......................................................................................... 24
DynaCool (constant humidity) .....................................................................24
Air filtration with the Active AirClean filters ......................................................25
Temperature and door alarm.............................................................................. 26
Temperature alarm................................................................................................. 26
Door alarm............................................................................................................. 27
Feature lighting.................................................................................................... 28
Switching the feature lighting on and off............................................................... 28
Setting the brightness of the feature lighting ................................................... 28
Storing wine bottles ............................................................................................ 29
Wooden shelves .................................................................................................... 29
Moving the wooden shelves............................................................................. 29
Maximum capacity ................................................................................................ 30

Contents
3
Automatic defrosting .......................................................................................... 31
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 32
Cleaning agents..................................................................................................... 32
Before cleaning the wine unit ................................................................................ 33
Interior, accessories, and appliance door ............................................................. 33
Cleaning the ventilation gaps ................................................................................ 33
Cleaning the door seal .......................................................................................... 33
Cleaning the air filter.............................................................................................. 33
Active AirClean filters ......................................................................................... 34
Replacing the Active AirClean filter ....................................................................... 34
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 35
Noises................................................................................................................... 40
After sales service and warranty ....................................................................... 41
Contact in case of malfunction ............................................................................. 41
Warranty ................................................................................................................ 41
Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 42
Installation............................................................................................................ 43
Location................................................................................................................. 43
Side-by-side.......................................................................................................... 43
Climate range ........................................................................................................ 44
Ventilation.............................................................................................................. 44
Before installing the wine conditioning unit........................................................... 44
Installation dimensions.......................................................................................... 45
View from above............................................................................................... 46
Changing the door hinging ................................................................................. 47
Installing the wine conditioning unit.................................................................. 50
Setting up the wine conditioning unit.................................................................... 50
Aligning the wine conditioning unit to taller furniture doors ............................. 52
Push the wine conditioning unit into the niche...................................................... 53
Securing the wine conditioning unit in the niche .................................................. 54
Adjusting the lateral alignment of the appliance door...................................... 55

Warning and Safety instructions
4
This wine conditioning unit complies with all statutory safety re-
quirements. Please note that inappropriate use can lead to per-
sonal 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 from broken glass!
If installed at altitudes above 1500m there is a risk of the glass in
the door breaking because of changes in air pressure.
Shards of glass can cause severe injury.
Correct application
 This wine conditioning unit is intended for use in the home and in
similar environments, for example
– in shops, offices and similar work settings
– by the guests in hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts and other typical
home settings.
This wine conditioning unit is not intended for outdoor use.
 The wine conditioning unit is intended for domestic use only for
storing wine.
It must not be used for any other purpose.

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 The wine conditioning unit is not suitable for storing and keeping
cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such
materials or products. Incorrect use of the wine conditioning unit for
such purposes can cause deterioration of the items stored. The wine
conditioning unit 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.
 The wine conditioning unit can only be used by people with re-
duced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been
shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the
consequences of incorrect operation.
Safety with children
 Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the wine
conditioning unit unless they are constantly supervised.
 Children 8 years and older may only use the wine conditioning unit
unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it safely and re-
cognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the wine condi-
tioning unit unsupervised.
 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the wine conditioning
unit and do not let them play with it.

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 Danger of suffocation! Whilst playing, children could become en-
tangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their
head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.
Technical safety
 The coolant system is tested for leaks. The wine conditioning unit
complies with statutory safety requirements and the appropriate EU
guidelines.
 This wine conditioning unit contains the coolant Isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is
flammable, it does not damage the ozone layer and does not in-
crease the greenhouse effect.
The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the
noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the com-
pressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the
system. This is unavoidable, and does not have any adverse effect
on the performance of the appliance.
Care must be taken during the transportation and setting up of the
wine conditioning unit that no parts of the cooling system are dam-
aged. Leaking coolant can damage the eyes.
In the event of any damage:
– avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark,
– disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply,
– ventilate the room where the wine conditioning unit is located for
several minutes, and
– contact the Miele Service Department.

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 The more coolant there is in a wine conditioning unit, the larger
the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the ap-
pliance is in a small room, there is the danger of 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 the
data plate inside the wine conditioning unit.
 To avoid the risk of damage to the wine conditioning unit, 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 wine conditioning
unit. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
 The electrical safety of the wine conditioning unit 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 the wine conditioning unit can only
be assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
 If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced
by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from
danger.
 Do not connect the wine conditioning unit to the mains electrical
supply by a multi-socket adapter or extension lead. These are a fire
hazard and do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.
 If moisture gets into electrical components, it could cause a short
circuit. Therefore, do not operate this wine conditioning unit in areas
which are exposed to moisture (e.g in a garage or utility room).

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 This wine conditioning unit must not be used in a non-stationary
location (e.g. on a ship).
 Do not use a damaged wine conditioning unit. It could be danger-
ous. Check the wine conditioning unit for visible signs of damage.
 For safety reasons, this wine conditioning unit may only be used
after it has been built in.
 The wine conditioning unit must be isolated from the electricity
supply during installation, maintenance and repair work.
 Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user.
Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a
Miele authorised technician.
 While the wine conditioning unit is under warranty, repairs should
only be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Other-
wise the warranty is invalidated.
 Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genu-
ine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components
must only be replaced by Miele spare parts.

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Correct use
 The wine conditioning unit is designed for use within a certain cli-
mate range (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside
this range. The climate range for your wine conditioning unit 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 wine con-
ditioning unit switching off for longer periods so that it cannot main-
tain the required temperature.
 Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the effi-
ciency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and
could cause damage to the components.
 If the wine conditioning unit is used for storing food which con-
tains fat or oil, make sure that it does not come into contact with
plastic components as any spillages of oil or fat could cause stress
cracks to the plastic and cause it to break or split.
 Do not store explosive materials in the wine conditioning unit or
any products containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Electrical
components could cause flammable vapours to ignite. Danger of fire
and explosion.
 Do not operate any electrical equipment inside the wine condition-
ing unit. Danger of sparking and explosion.
 Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with
this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manu-
facturers will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liabil-
ity.

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 wine condi-
tioning unit.
The steam could reach electrical components and cause a short cir-
cuit.
 Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-
ing irreversible damage to the wine conditioning unit. Do not use
sharp edged or pointed objects to
– remove frost and ice,
– remove labels, stickers etc.

Warning and Safety instructions
11
Transporting the appliance
 Always transport the wine conditioning unit in an upright position
and in its original transport packaging to avoid damage in transit.
 Danger of injury and damage. The wine conditioning unit is very
heavy and must be transported by two people.
Disposing of your old appliance
 Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch or
lock unusable.
This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking them-
selves in and endangering their lives.
 Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to dam-
age any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the coolant channels in the condenser,
– bending any pipework, or
– scratching the surface coating.

Caring for the environment
12
Disposal of the packing mater-
ial
The packaging is designed to protect
the wine conditioning unit from damage
during transportation. The packaging
materials used are selected from mater-
ials which are environmentally friendly
for disposal and should be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the manufactur-
ing process and also reduces the
amount of waste in landfill sites.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances of-
ten contain valuable materials. They
also contain specific materials, com-
pounds and components, which were
essential for their correct function and
safety. These could be hazardous to hu-
man health and to the environment if
disposed of with your domestic 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 com-
munity waste collection / recycling
centre for electrical and electronic ap-
pliances, or contact your dealer or
Miele for advice. You are also respons-
ible (by law, depending on country) 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 your wine conditioning
unit before or during transportation to
an authorised collection depot.
In 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
presents no danger to children while
being stored awaiting disposal. See
“Warning and Safety instructions” for
more information.

How to save energy
13
Normal energy consump-
tion
Increased energy con-
sumption
Installation /
Maintenance
In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated
room.
Protected from direct sun-
light.
In direct sunlight.
Not near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Near to a heat source (radi-
ator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient
room temperature is approx.
20 °C.
Where the ambient room
temperature is above 25°C.
Ventilation gaps uncovered
and dusted regularly.
Ventilation gaps covered or
dusty.
Remove and clean the air fil-
ter with a vacuum cleaner at
least once a year.
If dust has accumulated on
the air filter.
Temperature
setting
10 to 12°C The lower the temperature,
the higher the energy con-
sumption.
Use Wooden shelves arranged
as they were when the appli-
ance was delivered.
Only open the door when
necessary and for as short a
time as possible. Store wine
bottles in an organised way.
Frequent opening of the
door for long periods will
cause a loss of coldness.
The wine conditioning unit
works harder to cool down
and the compressor runs for
longer periods.
Do not over-fill the appliance
to allow air to circulate.
Poor air circulation will
cause a loss of coldness.

Guide to the appliance
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aFor switching the entire
wine unit on and off
bFor setting the temperature in the
upper wine conditioning zone
( for warmer)
cTemperature display for the
upper wine conditioning zone
dFor setting the temperature in the
upper wine conditioning zone
( for colder)
eFor switching the DynaCool function
(constant humidity) on and off, with
indicator light
fSafety lock indicator light (only visible
when the safety lock is switched on)
gFor switching the temperature or
door alarm off
hFor setting the temperature in the
lower wine conditioning zone
( for warmer)
iTemperature display for the
lower wine conditioning zone
jFor setting the temperature in the
lower wine conditioning zone
( for colder)
kFor switching the feature lighting on
and off, with indicator light

Guide to the appliance
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aLighting strip
(in both wine conditioning zones)
bActive AirClean filter
cControl panel for the upper and
lower wine conditioning zones /
isolation plate for thermal separation
of the zones
dIsolation strips for thermal
separation of the temperature zones
eWooden racks
fSafety glass door
with UV filter
gVentilation grille
with air filter located behind it

Accessories
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Accessories supplied
Active AirClean filter
The Active AirClean filter ensures op-
timum air quality in the wine condition-
ing unit by filtering the incoming air.
Air filter
The air filter behind the ventilation grille
protects the cooling system from dust.
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products are available for your
wine conditioning unit.
Multi-purpose microfibre cloth
The microfibre cloth is suitable for re-
moving fingerprints and light soiling
from surfaces such as stainless steel,
glass, plastic and chrome without the
use of chemicals.
MicroCloth Kit
The MicroCloth Kit contains a universal
cloth, a glass cloth and a polishing
cloth.
These cloths are extremely rip-proof
and hard-wearing. Thanks to very fine
microfibres these cloths achieve excel-
lent cleaning results.
Active AirClean filters
See “Accessories supplied”.
Accessories are available to order via
the Miele Webshop, from Miele dir-
ectly (see back cover for contact de-
tails) or from your Miele dealer.

Switching on and off
17
Before using for the first time
Packaging material
Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
Cleaning the wine unit
Please refer to the relevant instruc-
tions in “Cleaning and care”.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.
Switching the wine unit on
Touch the On/Off sensor for the
whole appliance so that the temper-
ature displays light up.
An alarm will sound. The wine unit will
start to cool and the interior lighting will
come on when the appliance door is
opened.
Switching the alarm off
Touch the sensor for switching off the
temperature or door alarm.
The alarm will stop. The temperature
displays will flash until the set temperat-
ures are reached.
Switching the wine unit off
Touch and keep your finger on the
On/Off sensor for the whole wine unit
until the temperature displays go
dark.
The cooling system will be switched off.
If this is does not happen, the safety
lock is still activated (see “Selecting fur-
ther settings - Safety lock”).

Switching on and off
18
Switching off for longer peri-
ods of time
If, during a long absence, the wine
unit is switched off, but not cleaned,
and the door left shut, there is a
danger of mould building up inside
the appliance.
The wine unit must be cleaned.
If the wine unit is not going to be used
for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst
on holiday:
switch it off,
switch off at the wall and withdraw
the plug from the socket, or discon-
nect the mains fuse,
clean the wine unit, and
leave the door ajar to air the wine unit
and avoid odours building up inside
it.

Selecting further settings
19
Safety lock 
The safety lock can be activated to pre-
vent the wine unit being switched off by
mistake.
Activating or deactivating the lock
Touch and keep your finger on the
DynaCool On/Off sensor for approx. 5
seconds.
The sensor's indicator light flashes and
a c flashes in the temperature display
for the lower wine conditioning zone
(display on the right).
Touch the DynaCool On/Off sensor
again.
By pressing the sensors for setting
the temperature, you can now choose
between  and :
: Lock function is deactivated,
: Lock function is activated.
To save the setting, touch the
DynaCool On/Off sensor.
When the lock function is activated, its
indicator  lights up.
To exit settings mode, touch the On/
Off sensor for the whole wine unit.
Otherwise the appliance will switch to
normal operation after approximately
two minutes.

Selecting further settings
20
To change the brightness of
the temperature display
The default brightness for the wine unit
temperature display is set to .
To change the brightness of the tem-
perature display (the temperature dis-
plays will change together):
Touch and keep your finger on the
DynaCool On/Off sensor for approx. 5
seconds.
The sensor's indicator light flashes and
a  flashes in the temperature display
for the lower wine conditioning zone
(display on the right).
Press one of the temperature setting
sensors as often as necessary until 
is displayed.
Touch the DynaCool On/Off sensor
again.  will light up in the display.
By pressing the sensors for setting
the temperature, you can now set the
display brightness. You can choose
between levels  to :
: Minimum brightness,
: Maximum brightness.
To save the setting, touch the
DynaCool On/Off sensor.
To exit settings mode, touch the On/
Off sensor for the whole wine unit.
Otherwise the appliance will automat-
ically switch to normal operation after
approximately two minutes.