Miele KWT 6834 SGS 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. 10 439 011

Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 5
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 12
How to save energy............................................................................................. 13
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 14
Symbols................................................................................................................. 15
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 17
Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 17
Optional accessories............................................................................................. 17
Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 18
Before using for the first time................................................................................ 18
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................ 18
Operating the wine conditioning unit .................................................................... 18
Switching on..................................................................................................... 18
Switching off..................................................................................................... 19
Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................ 20
Selecting further settings ................................................................................... 21
Safety lock........................................................................................................ 21
Audible tones................................................................................................... 22
Display brightness............................................................................................ 24
The optimum temperature and air quality......................................................... 25
The optimum temperature..................................................................................... 25
Setting the temperature......................................................................................... 26
Temperature display .............................................................................................. 27
Air quality and humidity......................................................................................... 28
DynaCool (constant humidity) .......................................................................... 28
Air filtering with the Active AirClean filters............................................................. 29
Temperature and door alarm.............................................................................. 30
Feature lighting.................................................................................................... 32
Switching the feature lighting on and off............................................................... 32
Setting the brightness of the feature lighting ................................................... 32
Lighting duration of the feature lighting ........................................................... 33
Storing wine bottles ............................................................................................ 34
Wooden shelves .................................................................................................... 34
Moving the wooden shelves............................................................................. 35
Adjusting the wooden shelves .........................................................................35
Annotating wooden shelves ............................................................................. 36

Contents
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Bottle presenter..................................................................................................... 36
Maximum capacity ................................................................................................ 37
SommelierSet ...................................................................................................... 38
Setting up the SommelierSet ................................................................................ 38
Fitting the runner covers ..................................................................................38
Inserting the glassware holder ......................................................................... 38
Inserting the bottle holder ................................................................................ 39
Attaching the accessory box............................................................................ 39
Assembling the decanting rack ........................................................................ 40
Inserting the deco shelf .................................................................................... 40
Additional bottle presenters ............................................................................. 40
Automatic defrosting .......................................................................................... 41
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 42
Cleaning agents..................................................................................................... 42
Before cleaning ..................................................................................................... 43
Cleaning the outer casing, the door, the interior and accessories........................ 43
Cleaning the ventilation gaps ................................................................................ 44
Cleaning the door seal .......................................................................................... 44
Active AirClean filters ......................................................................................... 45
Replacing the Active AirClean filters ..................................................................... 45
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 47
Noises................................................................................................................... 52
After Sales / Warranty ......................................................................................... 53
Information for dealers ....................................................................................... 54
Demo mode ........................................................................................................ 54
Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 56
Installation............................................................................................................ 57
Location................................................................................................................. 57
Location................................................................................................................. 57
Climate range ........................................................................................................ 58
Ventilation.............................................................................................................. 58
Fitting wall spacers supplied................................................................................. 58
Installation ............................................................................................................. 59
Niche floor ........................................................................................................ 59
Aligning the wine conditioning unit ....................................................................... 59
Door opening angle limiter .................................................................................... 60

Contents
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Appliance dimensions ........................................................................................... 60
Dimensions when the door is opened................................................................... 61
Changing the door hinging ................................................................................. 62

Warning and Safety instructions
5
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.
Glass breakage.
Danger of injury 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 if not handled with care.
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.
 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 guarantee, repairs should
only be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Other-
wise the guarantee 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.
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.

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 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 (e.g. an electric ice cream
maker) inside the wine conditioning unit. Danger of sparking and ex-
plosion.
 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.
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.
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.

Warning and Safety instructions
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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 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
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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
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Normal energy consump-
tion
Increased energy con-
sumption
Installation site /
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 there is a high ambi-
ent room temperature.
Ventilation gaps uncovered
and dusted regularly.
Ventilation gaps covered or
dusty.
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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Control panel
aFor switching the whole
wine conditioning unit on and off
bOptical interface
(for Service technicians only)
cFor selecting the upper, middle or
lower wine conditioning zone
dFor switching the DynaCool function
(constant humidity) on and off
eFor switching the feature lighting on
and off
fFor setting the temperature
( for colder)
gOK sensor for confirming a selection
hFor setting the temperature
( for warmer)
iSensor for accessing or leaving
settings mode
jFor switching off
the temperature or door alarm
kDisplay with temperature and sym-
bols (symbols only visible in settings
mode; see chart for an explanation of
the symbols)

Guide to the appliance
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Symbols
Symbol Meaning Function
Safety lock To prevent inadvertent switching off and al-
tering of settings
Audible tones Choice of sensor tone and door alarm tone
Miele@home Only visible when a communication module
or communication stick is fitted and signed
on (see "Miele@home")
Demo mode
(only visible when
Demo mode is
switched on)
For switching off Demo mode
Display brightness set-
tings
For adjusting the brightness of the display
Active AirClean filters Lights up when the active charcoal filter
needs changing
Mains connection Confirms that the wine conditioning unit is
connected to the electricity supply when it
is not switched on; flashes in the event of a
power cut
Alarm Lights up when there is a door alarm;
flashes when there is a temperature alarm,
power cut or a fault

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aLighting strip
(in all three wine conditioning zones)
bBottle presenter (Selector)*
cActive AirClean filter
(in all three wine conditioning zones)
dWooden shelves with labels
(FlexiFrames with Noteboard)
eControls for the upper, middle and
lower wine conditioning zones
fIsolator plates for thermal separation
of the different conditioning zones,
each with a decanting rack*
gGlasses holder*
hBottle holder (ConvinoBox)
with attached accessory box*
iIsolator strips for thermal separation
of the different conditioning zones
jSafety glass door with UV filter
kDeco shelf*
lIntegrated door handle
* The SommelierSet consists of:
Two extra bottle presenters, three
wooden shelves, (two decanting
racks, one deco shelf), trim for both
decanting racks, one glass holder, one
bottle holder, one accessory box and
four covers for the runners.

Accessories
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Accessories supplied
Active AirClean filter
The active charcoal filters in the back
wall achieve optimum air quality by fil-
tering the incoming air.
Chalk
Use the chalk to annotate the magnetic
strips on the wooden shelves to identify
your wines quickly and easily.
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products are available for your
wine conditioning unit.
Active AirClean filters
See "Accessories supplied".
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.
Stainless steel care
Each application of the stainless steel
conditioner (supplied in a bottle) forms
a water and dirt repellent protective
coating. It gently removes water marks,
fingerprints and other dirt for a uni-
formly shiny surface.
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
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Before using for the first time
Packaging material
Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
Protective foil
Stainless steel surfaces have a layer of
protective foil to prevent scratching dur-
ing transportation.
Do not remove the foil until the wine
conditioning unit has been positioned
in its final location. Start at one of the
top corners.
Cleaning and care
Please refer to the relevant instruc-
tions in "Cleaning and care".
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.
Operating the wine condition-
ing unit
A light touch of the finger on the
sensors is all that is required to operate
this wine conditioning unit.
A tone will sound each time a sensor is
touched. You can deactivate this, if you
wish (see "Selecting further settings -
Audible tones").
Switching on
When the wine conditioning unit is con-
nected to the electrical supply, the
mains connection symbol  will ap-
pear in the display after a short while.
Touch the On/Off sensor.
The mains connection symbol will
go out and the wine conditioning unit
will start to cool.
The sensors for the upper, middle and
the lower wine conditioning zones will
then appear in the control panel. The
selected zone will be highlighted yellow
and the temperature of the selected
zone will show in the display.
The first time the appliance is switched
on the sensors for the wine conditioning
zones and the Alarm symbol  will
flash until the selected temperature has
been reached in the zones.

Switching on and off
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As soon as the set temperature has
been reached, the sensor for the re-
spective wine conditioning zone will
light up constantly. The alarm symbol
 will go out as soon as the set tem-
peratures have been reached in each
zone.
The interior lighting will come on when
the door is opened.
A different setting can be set for each
zone.
Touch the sensor for the wine condi-
tioning zone you want to adjust the
settings for.
The sensor that has been selected is
highlighted in yellow.
– You can now set the temperature,
and
– switch on the DynaCool function.
Please refer to the relevant section for
more information.
If you then select a different wine con-
ditioning zone, the settings for the pre-
viously selected zone will remain un-
changed.
Switching off
Touch the On/Off sensor.
If this does not work, the safety lock
 is still activated.
The sensors for the two wine condition-
ing zones will then go out.
The temperature display will go out and
the mains connection symbol  will
appear.
The interior lighting will go out and the
cooling process will be switched off.

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Switching off for longer peri-
ods of time
If the wine conditioning unit is not going
to be used for a longer period of time,
e.g. whilst on holiday:
switch it off,
disconnect it from the mains,
clean it out, and
leave the door ajar to air the wine
conditioning unit and avoid odours
building up inside it.
If, during a long absence, the wine
conditioning unit is switched off but
not cleaned and the door left shut,
there is a danger of mould building
up inside the appliance.