Miele KWT 6831 SG User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Wine conditioning unit
KWT 6831 SG
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. M.-Nr. 09 476 230
en - GB, HK

Description of the appliance.........................................4
Accessories ......................................................7
Caring for the environment..........................................8
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................9
How to save energy ...............................................17
Switching on and off ..............................................18
Before using for the first time.........................................18
Protective foil ..................................................18
Cleaning and care ..............................................18
Operation ........................................................18
Switching on .....................................................18
Switching off .....................................................19
Switching off for longer periods of time .................................19
Selecting further settings ..........................................20
Safety lock 0.....................................................20
Acoustic signals )................................................21
Display brightness s..............................................22
Temperature and air quality ........................................23
Temperature .....................................................23
Setting the temperature ..........................................24
Temperature range ..............................................25
Temperature display ...............................................25
Air quality and humidity .............................................26
Dynamic cooling (constant air humidity) m..........................26
Air filtering with active charcoal filters ...............................27
Temperature and door alarm .......................................28
Feature lighting ..................................................30
Switching the feature lighting on and off ................................30
Lighting duration of the feature lighting ..............................30
Altering the brightness of the feature lighting..........................31
Storing wine bottles...............................................32
Wooden shelves ..................................................32
Removing the wooden shelves.....................................33
Adjusting the wooden shelves .....................................33
Annotating wooden shelves .......................................34
Bottle presenter ...................................................34
Maximum capacity.................................................35
Contents

Automatic defrost ................................................36
Cleaning and care ................................................37
Cleaning the outer casing, the door, the interior and accessories ............37
Ventilation gaps ...................................................38
Door seal ........................................................38
Metal grille at the back of the appliance ................................38
Active charcoal filter ..............................................39
To change the active charcoal filters...................................39
Problem solving guide ............................................41
Noises .........................................................46
After Sales / Guarantee ............................................47
Guarantee .....................................................47
Note for test institutes.............................................48
Information for dealers ............................................49
Demo mode r.....................................................49
Electrical connection..............................................51
Installation ......................................................52
Location .........................................................52
Climate range ..................................................52
Ventilation .......................................................53
Installation .......................................................53
Niche floor.....................................................53
Aligning the appliance..............................................53
Levelling the appliance door .........................................53
Door opening angle limiter ..........................................53
Appliance dimensions ..............................................54
Changing the door hinging .........................................55
Contents

aOn/Off sensor
for the whole appliance
bOptical interface
- for Service technician use only
cFor selecting the upper, middle or
lower wine conditioning zone
dOn/Off sensor for the
Dynamic cooling function (constant
humidity)
eOn/Off sensor for the feature lighting
fSensor for setting a lower
temperature (X)
gFor confirming a selection (OK
sensor)
hSensor for setting a higher
temperature (Y)
iFor accessing or leaving settings
mode
jFor switching off the temperature or
door alarm
kDisplay with temperature and
symbols (Symbols only visible in
settings mode; see table for
explanation of symbols)
Description of the appliance
4

Symbols in settings mode:
Symbol Meaning Function
0Safety lock To prevent inadvertent switching off and
altering of settings
)Acoustic signals For switching on and off keypad tones
and the door alarm when it has been
activated
|Miele|home Lights up when Miele|Home
communication module is installed and
signed on.
rDemonstration mode
(only visible when
demonstration mode is
activated)
For switching off demonstration mode
sDisplay brightness For adjusting the brightness of the display
Active charcoal filter Lights up when the active charcoal filter
needs changing.
tMains connection
(only visible when
appliance is switched off
or in case of a power
failure)
Confirms that the appliance is connected
to the mains electrical supply; flashes in
the case of a power failure.
;Alarm
(only visible when the
temperature or door
alarm is sounding)
Indicates a door or temperature alarm
Description of the appliance
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aLighting strip
(in all three wine conditioning zones)
bBottle presenter (Selector)
cActive charcoal filter
(in all three wine conditioning zones)
dWooden shelves with note boards
eControl panel for the upper, middle
and lower wine conditioning zones/
Isolator plate for thermal separation
of the different zones
fSafety glass door with UV filter
gIntegrated door handle
hIsolator plate for thermal separation
of the different zones
iIsolator strips for thermal separation
of the different zones
Description of the appliance
6

Accessories supplied
Active charcoal filter
The active charcoal filters in the back
wall achieve optimum air quality by
filtering the incoming air.
Stainless steel care
The stainless steel cloth is impregnated
with stainless steel conditioner for
optimum cleaning and protection.
Chalk
Use the chalk to annotate the magnetic
strips on the wooden shelves to identify
your wines quickly and easily.
Optional accessories
Active charcoal filter
(See "Accessories supplied").
Stainless steel care
–Stainless steel conditioner (in a
bottle) forms a waterproof protective
film which helps prevent re-soiling
and resists fingerprints and other
dirt.
–Stainless steel care cloth
(See "Accessories supplied").
E-Cloth (microfibre cloth)
The microfibre "E-Cloth" is suitable for
cleaning surfaces such as stainless
steel, glass, plastic and chrome without
the use of chemicals.
Optional accessories are available
from Miele or on the internet.
Accessories
7

Disposal of the packing
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.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
sites.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain valuable materials. They
also contain materials which, if handled
or disposed of incorrectly, could be
potentially hazardous to human health
and to the environment. They are,
however, essential for the correct
functioning of your appliance. Please
do not therefore dispose of it with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre or contact your dealer for
advice. Ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
Take care not to damage the pipework
at the back of it before or during
transportation to an authorised
collection depot.
In this way, refrigerant in the pipework
and oil in the compressor will be
contained, and will not leak out into the
environment.
Caring for the environment
8

This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements.
Inappropriate use can, however, 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 installation and
before using it for the first time. They contain important
information on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele
cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with
these Warning and Safety instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users
are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.
,If installed at altitudes above 2500 m, there there is a risk of
the glass in the door breaking because of changes in air
pressure.
Shards of glass can cause severe injury if not handled with care.
Correct application
~The appliance is intended for use in domestic households and
similar working and residential environments.
This appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
~It is for storing wine in the home. Do not use it for any other
purposes.
Warning and Safety instructions
9

~The appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool
medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such
materials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such
purposes can cause damage and deterioration of the items stored
The appliance is also not suitable for use in areas susceptible to
explosion.
Miele cannot accept responsibility for any damage resulting from
such misuse or operation.
~The appliance can only be used by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been
shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the
consequences of incorrect operation.
Safety with children
~Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
~Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance without
supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and
recognise and understand the consequences or incorrect operation.
~Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
~Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
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~Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must
be kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing,
children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their
head and suffocate.
Technical safety
~The coolant system is tested for leaks. The appliance
corresponds to the relevant safety requirements and the appropriate
EU guidelines.
~This 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 does not increase 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 compressor, 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 installation of the
appliance that no parts of the cooling system 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 appliance from the electricity supply.
–ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several
minutes, and
–contact the Service Department for advice.
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~The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it
should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in
a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up.
For every8gofcoolant at least 1 m3of room space is required. The
amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside
the appliance.
~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 before connecting the
appliance to the mains supply. Consult a qualified electrician if in
any doubt.
~The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when it is correctly earthed. It is most important that this basic safety
requirement is present and regularly tested and where there is any
doubt, the household wiring system should be inspected by a
qualified electrician.
~If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced
by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from
danger.
~Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
~Do not use in a damp environment (e.g. garage or utility room).
Moisture could reach live components or the electrical connection
and cause a short circuit.
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~This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
~A damaged appliance can be dangerous. Check the appliance
for visible signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance.
~The appliance must be disconnected from the mains electricity
supply during installation, maintenance and repair work. Ensure that
power is not supplied to the appliance until after it has been
installed or until after any maintenance or repair work has been
carried out.
~Installation, maintenance and repair work may only be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance
with national and local safety regulations.
~While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician authorised by Miele. Otherwise
the guarantee is invalidated.
~The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance
when original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components
must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts.
~In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and
its surroundings clean at all times. Any damage caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct use
~The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges
(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. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient
temperature will lead to the appliance switching off for longer
periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature.
~Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the
efficiency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and
could cause damage to the appliance.
~Do not store explosive materials in the appliance 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 appliance.
Danger of sparking and explosion.
~If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof, make sure it is
tightly closed and stored upright. Danger of explosion.
~Only use genuine original Miele accessories with this appliance.
Using spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers will
invalidate the guarantee, 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.
~Danger of injury.
Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. The
steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
~Do not use sharp edged objects to remove frost and ice.
They will damage the evaporator, causing irreversible damage to
the appliance.
~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
15

Disposal 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
themselves in and endangering their lives.
~Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting
disposal, e.g. by
–puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator.
–bending any pipework.
– scratching the surface coating.
Leaking refrigerant can damage the eyes.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated
room.
Protected from direct
sunlight.
In direct sunlight.
Not near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient room
temperature is approx. 20°C.
Where there is a high
ambient room temperature.
Ventilation gaps uncovered
and dusted regularly.
Ventilation gaps covered or
dusty.
Compressor and metal grille
(heat exchanger) dusted at
least once a year.
Dust build-up on the
compressor and metal grille
(heat exchanger).
Temperature
setting
10 to 12 °C The lower or higher the
temperature set, the higher
the energy consumption.
Use Wooden shelves arranged
as they were when the
appliance 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 appliance works harder
to cool down and the
compressor runs for longer
periods.
Do not over-fill the appliance
to allow air to circulate.
How to save energy
17

Before using for the first time
Protective foil
The stainless steel surfaces have a
layer of protective foil to prevent
scratching during transportation.
^Do not remove this foil until the
appliance has been positioned in its
final location. Start at one of the
upper corners.
Cleaning and care
^After removing the protective foil,
treat stainless steel surfaces with the
Miele stainless steel conditioning
agent supplied with the appliance
(See "Accessories").
Important. Each time it is used, the
Miele stainless steel conditioning
agent forms a water and dirt
repellent protective coating.
^Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories with lukewarm water
and then dry with a soft cloth.
Operation
A light touch of the finger on the
sensors is all that is required to operate
this appliance.
A keypad tone will sound each time a
sensor is touched. You can deactivate
this, if you wish (see "Selecting further
settings - acoustic signals").
Switching on
As soon as the appliance is connected
to the electrical supply, the tmains
connection symbol appears in the
display.
^Touch the On/Off sensor.
The mains connection symbol tgoes
out and the appliance begins to cool
down.
The sensors for the three selectable
zones will now appear in the control
panel: the upper, middle and lower
wine-conditioning zones. The zone
selected is highlighted in yellow and
the temperature of the selected zone is
shown in the display. When first
switched on the sensors for the zones
and the alarm symbol ;will flash until
the selected temperature is reached.
When the set temperature is reached,
the sensor for the relevant zone lights
up constantly. The alarm symbol ;will
go out as soon as all set temperatures
have been reached.
The interior lighting will come on when
the door is opened.
Switching on and off
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Individual settings can be selected for
each of the zones.
^Touch the sensor for the particular
zone where you would like to select
the settings.
The sensor that has been selected is
highlighted in yellow. You can now
–set the temperature, and
–switch on the Dynamic cooling
function.
Please refer to the relevant section for
more information.
If another zone is then selected, the
settings for the previously selected
zone remain unchanged.
Switching off
^Touch the On/Off sensor.
(If this does not work, the safety lock
is still activated).
The three sensors for the wine zones go
out in the control panel. The
temperature and the mains connection
symbol tappear in the display.
The interior lighting goes out and the
cooling process will be switched off.
Switching off for longer
periods of time
If the appliance is not going to be used
for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst
on holiday:
^switch the appliance off,
^disconnect it from the mains,
^clean the appliance out and
^leave the door ajar to air the
appliance.
If, during a long absence, the
appliance is switched off but not
cleaned out and the door is left shut,
there is a danger of mould and
odours building up inside the
appliance.
Switching on and off
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Certain settings on the appliance can
only be selected in settings mode.
When in settings mode, the door
alarm is automatically deactivated.
Safety lock 0
The safety lock can be activated to
prevent:
–the appliance being switched off
inadvertently,
–inadvertent changing of temperature,
–Dynamic cooling being selected
inadvertently,
– the display lighting being
inadvertently switched on.
Activating or deactivating the lock
^Touch the settings sensor.
All symbols available for selection
appear in the display and the 0symbol
flashes.
^Touch the OK sensor to confirm the
selection.
The last selected setting flashes and
the 0symbol lights up in the display.
^By touching the Xor Ysensor, you
can now select whether the safety
lock is activated or deactivated:
0: the safety lock is deactivated
1: the safety lock is activated.
^Touch the OK sensor to confirm the
selection.
The selected setting is applied, the 0
symbol flashes.
^Touch the settings sensor to leave
settings mode.
Otherwise the appliance exits
settings mode automatically after
approximately one minute.
The 0symbol will appear in the
display when the lock is activated.
Selecting further settings
20