Operating and installation instructions
Refrigerator
K 9252 i
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions
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before it is installed and used for the
first time.
M.-Nr. 06 993 900
Contents
Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Climate range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Before installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Does your old appliance have a different hinging mechanism? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Stainless steel front. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Building-in dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Changing the door hinging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Appliance door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Building in the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Building into a peninsular run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Fitting a furniture door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Adjusting the door hinges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Guide to the appliance
aSafety lock indicator light
bOn/Off button
dTemperature selector buttons
(+ for warmer; – for colder)
eSuper cool button and
cRefrigerator temperature display
indicator light
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Guide to the appliance
eButter and cheese compartment
fEgg tray/Condiment tray
gInterior lighting
aBottle rack*
bAdjustable shelves
cCondensate channel and
drain hole
hUniversal container
iBottle shelf
dFruit and vegetable containers
jBottle divider*
* Depending on model
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Guide to the appliance
Optional accessories
Bottle rack
(depending on model)
This bottle rack is available from the
Miele Spare Parts Department or your
dealer.
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing
material
Disposal of your old appliance
Please ensure that the appliance
presents no danger to children while
being stored for disposal.
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and can normally be
recycled.
It should be unplugged or
disconnected from the mains electricity
supply by a competent person. The
plug must be rendered useless and the
cable cut off directly behind the
appliance to prevent misuse. See the
"Warning and Safety" section of this
booklet for further details.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation!
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure that they
are recycled.
Electrical and electronic appliances
often 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 dispose of your old appliance at
your local community waste collection /
recycling centre and not with your
household waste.
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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct application
This appliance complies with all
relevant legal safety requirements.
Improper use of the appliance can,
however, present a risk of both
personal injury and material
damage.
This appliance is intended for
domestic use only for the cool
storage of food and drink.
Any other usage is not supported by
the manufacturer and could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot
be held liable for damage resulting from
incorrect or improper use or operation.
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 notes on the installation,
safety, operation and care of the
appliance.
This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any
future user.
Safety with children
This appliance is not a toy! To
avoid the risk of injury, do not allow
children to play on or near it or to play
with the controls. Older children may
only use the appliance if its operation
has been clearly explained to them and
they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
Keep children away from the
appliance at all times and
supervise them whilst you are using it.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
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
Before setting up the appliance,
check it for any externally visible
damage.
Do not install and use a damaged
appliance.
combustible gases building up.
For every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m3 of
This appliance contains the coolant room space is required. The amount of
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, but does
not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the appliance.
Care must be taken during the
transportation and setting up of the
appliance that no parts of the cooling
system are damaged. Leaking coolant
can be harmful to the eyes.
coolant in the appliance is stated on the
data plate inside the appliance.
Before connecting the appliance to
the mains supply, make sure that
the rating on the data plate
corresponds to the voltage and
frequency of the household supply.
This data must correspond in order to
avoid the risk of damage to the
appliance. Consult a qualified
electrician if in any doubt.
The electrical safety of this
appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with current local and national
safety regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
present and tested regularly, and where
there is any doubt, the household
wiring system should be inspected by a
qualified electrician. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for damage or
injury caused by the lack of or
In the event of any damage:
- avoid open fires and anything which
creates a spark,
- disconnect from the mains,
- air the room in which the appliance is
located for several minutes and
- contact the Service Department for
advice.
inadequacy of an effective earthing
system (e.g. electric shock).
If the connection cable is faulty it
must only be replaced by a Miele
approved service technician to protect
the user from danger.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Safe operation of the appliance is
only assured if it has been installed
and connected in accordance with
these operating and installation
instructions.
In countries where there are areas
which may be subject to infestation
by cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
appliance and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the guarantee.
This equipment may only be used
in mobile installations such as
ships, caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk
assessment of the installation has been
carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
Correct use
Never store explosive materials in
the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans). Thermostats switching on may
produce sparks which could present a
fire hazard. Flammable compounds
could explode.
Installation work, maintenance and
repairs may only be carried out by
suitably qualified and competent
persons in accordance with national
and local safety regulations.
Repairs and other work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous and the
manufacturer will not be held liable.
Ensure current is not supplied to the
appliance until after maintenance or
repair work has been carried out.
Do not operate any electrical
equipment (e.g. an electric
ice-cream maker) inside the appliance.
Danger of sparking and explosion.
The appliance is only completely
isolated from the electricity supply
when:
If storing alcohol with a high
percentage proof, make sure it is
tightly closed and stored upright.
Danger of explosion.
– it has been switched off at the wall
socket and the plug has been
withdrawn,
Observe the "use by" dates given
on food to avoid the risk of food
poisoning.
– the mains fuse is withdrawn, or
Storage times will depend on several
factors, including the freshness and
quality of the food as well as the
temperature at which it is stored. Follow
the instructions given on the food
manufacturer’s packaging on storage
conditions required.
– the screw-out fuse is removed in
countries where this is applicable.
Do not connect the appliance to
the mains electricity supply by an
extension lead.
Extension leads do not guarantee the
required safety of the machine (e.g.
danger of overheating).
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Warning and Safety instructions
Do not use sharp edged objects to
Never use a steam-cleaning
appliance to clean this appliance.
Pressurised steam could reach the
electrical components and cause a
short circuit.
– remove frost and ice,
– separate food which has become
frozen.
They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.
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.
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.
Disconnect it from the mains, cut
off the cable directly behind the
appliance, and render any plug
unusable.
Do not use any oils or grease on
the door seal as these will cause
the seal to become porous with time.
Be careful not to damage any part
of the pipework whilst awaiting
disposal, e.g. by
Do not store cooking oil in the
refrigerator door. Traces of oil can
cause stress cracks to occur in the
plastic components in the door.
– puncturing the refrigerant channels
in the evaporator.
Do not block the ventilation gap in
the plinth or the top of the
– bending any pipework.
appliance housing unit as this would
impair the efficiency of the appliance,
increase the electricity consumption
and could cause damage to the
appliance.
– scratching the surface coating.
Splashes of refrigerant can damage the
eyes.
The appliance is designed for use
within certain climate ranges
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.
(ambient temperatures), and should not
be used outside this range. The climate
range for your appliance is stated on
the data plate inside the appliance.
Installing it in a room with too low an
ambient temperature, e.g. a garage,
can lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot
maintain the required temperature.
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How to save energy
Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Installation site
In a ventilated room.
In an enclosed, unventilated room.
In direct sunlight.
Protected from direct sunlight.
Not situated near to a heat source Situated near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
(radiator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient room
temperature is approx. 20°C.
Where there is a high ambient
room temperature.
Temperature setting with
a thermostat which is
approximate
With a medium setting of 2 to 3.
Cellar section 8 to 12°C
With a high setting: the lower the
temperature in the compartment,
the higher the energy
(set in stages).
consumption.
Temperature setting with
a thermostat which is
exact to the degree
(digital display).
On appliances with winter setting,
please make sure that the winter
setting is switched off when the
ambient temperature is warmer
than 16 °C.
Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C
PerfectFresh zone just above 0 °C
Freezer section -18°C
Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C
Use
Only open the doors when
Frequent opening of the doors for
necessary and for as short a time long periods will cause a loss of
as possible.
coldness.
Store food in an organised way.
If food is not stored in an
organised way, searching for an
item will mean the door is open for
longer.
Allow hot food and drinks to cool
down before placing them in the
appliance.
Placing hot food in the appliance
will cause the compressor to run
for a long time, as the appliance
will have to work harder to lower
the temperature.
Store food covered or packaged. The evaporation or condensation
of liquids will cause a loss of
coldness in the refrigerator.
Place frozen food in the
refrigerator to defrost.
Do not over-fill the appliance to
allow air to circulate.
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How to save energy
Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Defrosting
Defrost the freezer compartment
when a layer of ice 0.5 cm thick
has built up.
A layer of ice hinders the cold
from reaching the frozen food, and
causes an increase in energy
consumption.
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Switching on and off
Before using for the first time
Switching on
The stainless steel trim to the interior
shelves and the door shelves has a
layer of protective foil to prevent
scratching during transportation.
^ Press the On/Off button.
^ Do not remove this foil until the
The temperature display lights up, the
appliance starts cooling and the interior
light will come on when the door is
opened.
appliance has been built in.
^ Treat the stainless steel surfaces with
a proprietary stainless steel
conditioner immediately after
removing the foil (available from the
Miele Spare Parts Department or via
the internet on www.miele.co.uk).
To enable the temperature to get
sufficiently cold inside the appliance,
allow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it.
Important! A stainless steel
conditioner gives long lasting
protection, and helps to prevent
resoiling.
Switching off
^ Press the On/Off button until the
temperature display goes out.
The cooling system is switched off. (If
this does not happen, the safety lock is
still activated).
^ Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories with warm water and
a little washing-up liquid, and then
dry with a soft cloth.
Safety lock
Important:
The safety lock can be activated to
prevent the appliance being switched
off inadvertently.
To ensure the correct functioning of
the appliance, let it stand for
between 1½ and 2 hours after
transporting it to its final location
before connecting it to the mains.
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Switching on and off
Activating or de-activating the safety Switching off for longer
lock
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,
^ Press and hold the Super cool button
pressed in for approx. 5 seconds.
^ switch off at the wall socket and
withdraw the plug,
The Super cool indicator light flashes,
and a ; flashes in the temperature
display.
^ clean the appliance out and
^ leave the door ajar to air the
appliance.
^ Press the Super cool button again.
; will light up in the display.
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.
^ You can now choose between ; 0
and ; 1 by pressing the temperature
selector buttons:
0: the safety lock is de-activated,
1: the safety lock is activated.
^ Press the Super cool button to save
the setting.
The safety lock indicator light X will
light up when the safety lock has been
activated.
^ Press the On/Off button to come out
of the setting mode.
If you do not do this, the electronics will
switch over to normal operation
automatically after a couple of minutes.
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The correct temperature
It is very important to set the correct
temperature for storing food in the
appliance. Micro-organisms will cause
food which is not stored at the correct
temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
Temperature influences the growth rate
of these micro-organisms. Reducing
the temperature reduces their growth
rate.
Setting the temperature in the
refrigerator
Use the two buttons underneath the
temperature display to set the
temperature for the refrigerator.
Press the
The temperature in the appliance will
rise:
+ button : to raise the temperature (it
gets warmer)
– button: to reduce the temperature (it
gets cooler).
– the more often the door is opened
and the longer it is kept open,
– if too much food is stored in it at
once,
The temperature being set will flash in
the display.
– the warmer the food is which is being
put into it,
When pressing the buttons, the
following information shows in the
display:
– the higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the appliance.
The appliance is designed for use in
specific ambient temperatures
(climate ranges). Do not use in
ambient temperatures for which it is
not designed.
– When first pressed, the last
temperature selected flashes.
– Each subsequent press of the button
adjusts the temperature shown in
1 °C steps.
We recommend a temperature of 4 °C
in the refrigerator.
– Keeping the button pressed in
adjusts the temperature continually.
Approx. 5 seconds after letting go of
the button, the current average
temperature of the refrigerator is
automatically shown.
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The correct temperature
If you have adjusted the temperature,
wait for approx. 6 hours if the
appliance is not very full and for
approx. 24 hours if the appliance is
full, before checking the temperature
display, as it will take this long for the
display to give an accurate reading. If,
after this time, the temperature is still
too high or too low, you will need to
adjust it again.
Temperature display brightness
The appliance is supplied with the
brightness of the temperature display
set as low as possible. However, if the
door is opened, a setting changed or if
the alarm is sounding, the temperature
display will appear much brighter for
approx. 1 minute.
The level of brightness can be
adjusted:
Temperature range
The temperature can be adjusted from:
2 °C to 9 °C.
The ambient temperature in the room
and the installation location can affect
the time it takes for the appliance to
reach the lowest temperature. If the
ambient temperature is too high, the
appliance may not reach the lowest
temperature.
^ Press and hold the Super cool button
pressed in for approx. 5 seconds.
The Super cool indicator light flashes,
and a ; flashes in the temperature
display.
Temperature display
During normal operation, the
temperature display on the control
panel shows the average temperature
in the refrigerator.
^ Press one of the temperature selector
buttons repeatedly until ^ appears in
the display.
If the temperature is not within the
range that the appliance is able to
display, bars will flash in the
temperature display.
^ Press the Super cool button again.
^ lights up in the display.
^ You can now adjust the level of
brightness by pressing the
temperature selector buttons. You
can choose from settings 1 to 5:
1: dimmest setting,
5: brightest setting.
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The correct temperature
^ Press the Super cool button to save
the setting.
^ Press the On/Off button to come out
of setting mode.
If you do not do this, the electronics will
switch over to normal operation
automatically after a couple of minutes.
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Super cool
Super cool
Switching off Super cool
The Super cool function can be used to The Super cool function will switch itself
rapidly reduce the temperature in the
refrigerator section to its lowest setting
(depending on the room temperature).
off automatically after approx. 6 hours.
The indicator light will go out and the
appliance will run at normal power
again.
Switching on Super cool
To save energy, the Super cool function
can be switched off once food and
drinks are sufficiently chilled.
Super cool is particularly
recommended for faster chilling of
large amounts of fresh food or drink.
^ Press the Super cool button. The
Super cool indicator light will go out,
and the appliance will continue to
operate at normal power.
^ Press the Super cool button. The
Super cool indicator light will come
on.
The appliance will then work at full
power to lower the temperature.
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Using the refrigerator efficiently
Different storage zones
Do not store explosive materials in
Due to the natural circulation of the air
in the appliance, there are different
temperature zones in the refrigerator.
Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest
section of the appliance. Make use of
the different zones when placing food
in the appliance.
the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans). Danger of explosion.
If storing alcohol with a high
percentage proof, make sure it is
tightly closed, and store upright.
Warmest area
Do not store cooking oil in the
refrigerator door.
Traces of oil can cause stress
cracks to occur in the plastic
components in the door.
The warmest area is in the top section
of the door. Use this for storing butter
and cheese.
Coldest area
Food must not touch the back wall of
the appliance, as it may freeze to the
back wall.
The coldest area in a refrigerator is
directly above the vegetable
containers.
Use this for all delicate and highly
perishable food, e.g.
Food which should not be
stored in a refrigerator
– fish, meat, poultry,
Not all food is suitable for refrigeration.
This includes:
– sausage products, ready meals,
– dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream,
– Fruit and vegetables which are
sensitive to cold, such as bananas,
avocado pears, papaya, passion
fruit, aubergines, peppers, tomatoes
and cucumbers
– fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza or
quiche dough,
– soft cheese and other dairy
products,
– Fruit which is not yet ripe
– Potatoes
– pre-packed vegetables and other
fresh food with a label stating it
should be kept at a temperature of
approx. 4 °C.
– Some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan
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Using the refrigerator efficiently
When shopping for food
Fruit and vegetables
The freshness of food when first placed Fruit and vegetables may be stored
in the appliance is an important factor
in determining how long it stays fresh.
Time out of the refrigerator e.g. during
transportation should be kept to a
minimum. For example, do not allow
food to stay in a hot car for too long.
Once food has started to deteriorate,
this process cannot be reversed. As
little as two hours outside the
loose in the vegetable containers.
However, you should bear in mind that
aromas and flavours can transfer from
one type of food to another (e.g. carrots
absorb the smell and flavour of onions
very easily). Some food also gives off a
natural gas (ethylene) which speeds up
the rate at which other food perishes.
Some fruit and vegetables react
refrigerator can cause food to start
deteriorating.
strongly to this gas and should not be
stored together.
– Examples of fruit and vegetables
which produce a large amount of
this natural gas are:
Storing food correctly
Store food covered or packaged. This
will prevent food smells from affecting
other foods, food from drying out, and
also any cross-contamination of
bacteria. The growth of bacteria, such
as salmonella, can be avoided by
setting the correct temperature and
maintaining good standards of hygiene.
Apples, apricots, pears, nectarines,
peaches, plums, avocado pears,
figs, blueberries, melons and beans.
– Examples of fruit and vegetables
which react strongly to the natural
gases given off by other types of
fruit and vegetables are:
Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels
sprouts, mangos, honeydew melons,
apples, apricots, cucumbers,
tomatoes, pears, nectarines and
peaches.
Example: Broccoli should not be
stored with apples, as apples
produce a large amount of natural
gas to which broccoli is very
sensitive. The result is a shorter than
expected storage time for the
broccoli.
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Using the refrigerator efficiently
Unpacked meats and vegetables
Unpackaged meat and vegetables
should be stored separately. To avoid
any microbiological
cross-contamination, these foods may
only be stored together if they are
wrapped.
Protein rich foods
Please note that foods rich in protein
deteriorate faster than others.
Shellfish, for example, deteriorates
faster than fish, and fish deteriorates
faster than meat.
Meat
Meat should be stored unwrapped.
(Undo wrappings slightly to leave meat
loosely covered, and leave containers
open). This permits air to circulate
around the meat, allowing the surface
to dry slightly, which helps prevent the
growth of bacteria. To prevent the risk
of bacterial cross-contamination, do not
let meat come into direct contact with
other foods.
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Adjusting the interior fittings
Moving the shelves
To move the split shelf:
The shelves can be adjusted according ^ Take both halves of the split glass
to the height of the food.
shelf out,
^ Raise the shelf, and pull it forwards
slightly until the notch at the side is in
line with the shelf support. It can then
be raised or lowered to the required
level.
The raised edge at the back must face
upwards to prevent food from touching
the back of the appliance and freezing
to it.
^ fit the two brackets onto the supports
on either side at the required height,
Stoppers prevent the shelves from
being dislodged by mistake.
^ and push the glass shelves in one
after the other.
The shelf with the raised edge must
be at the back.
Split shelf
In order to accommodate tall items in
the appliance, one of the shelves is
divided. The front section can be
pushed under the rear section.
Fruit and vegetable containers
on roller insert
^ Pull the front half of the glass shelf
forwards slightly and then push it
carefully under the rear half.
(depending on model)
The fruit and vegetable containers are
pushed in and out on rollers, and can
be completely removed if necessary.
The roller inserts can also be removed
for cleaning.
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Adjusting the interior fittings
Adjusting the condiment
tray/bottle shelf
Universal container
The universal container can be used
both to store and serve food.
^ Lift the tray/shelf up and out of the
stainless steel frame to remove.
^ Push up the stainless steel frame,
and remove.
^ Replace the frame at the required
height. Ensure that it is securely
pushed back into position.
^ Replace the tray/shelf in the frame.
The tray/shelf can be removed
completely and used as a serving tray
at the table.
It consists of a deep tray a and a
shallow tray b. Both trays fit the
stainless steel frame.
If you wish to use the universal
container to serve food,
^ place the shallow tray b in the
stainless steel frame, and use the
deep tray as a lid a.
You can lift the universal container,
including contents, out of the frame and
take it to the table.
Moving the bottle divider
(depending on model)
The bottle divider can be moved to the
left or right to ensure that bottles are
held securely in position when the door
is opened and shut.
The bottle divider can be removed
completely (e.g. for cleaning).
^ To do this, push up the front edge of
the bottle divider, and disengage it.
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Automatic defrost
The refrigerator defrosts automatically.
Condensate and frost can build up on
the back wall of the refrigerator whilst it
is in use. You do not need to remove
this, as it will defrost and evaporate
automatically with the warmth
generated by the appliance.
The condensate is drained away via a
channel and drain hole into an
evaporation system at the back of the
appliance.
Ensure that the condensate channel
and drain hole are kept clean and
are never blocked so that
condensate can flow away without
hindrance.
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Cleaning and care
E-Cloth
Never use cleaning agents
^ A microfibre “E-Cloth” is available
from the Miele UK Spare Parts
Department, which is suitable for
cleaning surfaces such as stainless
steel, glass, plastic and chrome
without the use of chemicals. It can
be washed 300 times.
containing abrasive substances
such as sand, soda, acids, chlorides
or chemical solvents. "Non-abrasive"
cleaning agents are also unsuitable
as they can cause matt areas to
appear.
To help prevent re-soiling, treat
stainless steel surfaces with a
Before cleaning
proprietary conditioning agent for
stainless steel (available from the
Miele Spare Parts Department or via
the internet on www.miele.co.uk).
^ Switch the appliance off, switch off at
the socket and remove the plug.
^ Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
Do not let water get into the
electronic unit or the light.
^ Take out any removable parts, e.g.
shelves, for cleaning.
^ The serving trays and containers in
the door can be removed from their
stainless steel frames for cleaning.
Do not let water get into the
drainage channel and drain hole
when cleaning.
Cleaning the interior and
accessories
Do not use steam cleaning
apparatus to clean the appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical
components and cause a short
circuit.
Use warm water with a little washing up
liquid. Accessories and shelves should
all be hand-washed only. The butter
dish is, however, dishwasher safe.
The data plate located inside the
appliance must not be removed. It
contains information which is
required in the event of a service
call.
^ Clean the appliance at least once a
month.
^ Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole frequently, so that
condensate can drain away
unhindered. Use a straw or similar to
clear the drain if necessary.
^ After cleaning, wipe the interior and
accessories with a damp cloth and
dry with a soft cloth. Leave the door
open to air the appliance for a short
while.
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Cleaning and care
^ Clean stainless steel surfaces with a
suitable non-abrasive stainless steel
cleaning agent following the
manufacturer’s instructions on the
packaging.
After cleaning
^ Replace all shelves and accessories
in the appliance.
^ Insert the plug in the socket, and
switch the appliance back on.
^ To help prevent re-soiling, a
conditioning agent for stainless steel
should always be used after
cleaning. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions on the label.
^ Switch on the Super cool function for
a while so that the appliance can
cool down quickly.
^ Place food back in the appliance and
close the door.
Ventilation gaps
^ The ventilation gaps should be
cleaned on a regular basis with a
brush or vacuum cleaner. A build-up
of dust will increase the energy
consumption of the appliance.
Door seal
Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal as these will cause the
seal to deteriorate and become
porous over time.
The door seal should be cleaned
regularly with clean water and then
wiped dry with a soft cloth.
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Problem solving guide
. . . the appliance is switching in too
frequently and for too long.
Repairs to electrical appliances
should only be carried out by a
suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with
current local and national safety
regulations. Repairs and other work
by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for
^ Check whether ventilation gaps in the
plinth and in the housing unit at the
top have been covered over or
become too dusty.
^ The door has been opened too
frequently, or a large amount of food
has just been put in at once.
unauthorised work.
Ensure that current is not supplied to
the appliance until after
^ Check that the door has been closed
properly.
maintenance or repair work has
been carried out.
. . . bars flash in the temperature
display.
Check the temperature display about 6
hours after switching on the appliance.
The display will not show a temperature
until the temperature in the appliance
has reached a certain level.
Some minor problems can be corrected
without contacting the Miele Service
Department.
What to do if . . .
. . . the following messages show in
. . . the appliance does not get cool.
the temperature display "F0" to "F5".
^ Check whether the appliance has
been switched on. The temperature
display must be lit up.
There is a fault. Call the Service
Department.
^ Check that the plug is correctly
inserted in the socket and switched
on.
. . . you cannot switch the appliance
off.
The safety lock has been activated.
^ Check that the fuse is not defective
and that the mains fuse has not
tripped. If it has, contact the Miele
Service Department.
. . . the interior lighting is not
working.
Has the refrigerator door been left open
. . . the temperature in the refrigerator for too long? The lighting switches itself
is too low.
off automatically after approx. 15
minutes.
^ Select a warmer temperature.
If it also does not come on when the
door is opened briefly, but the
temperature display is working, then
the light is defective.
^ The Super cool function is still
switched on. Super cool only
switches itself off after 6 hours.
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Problem solving guide
^ Call the Service Department.
The LED lighting may only be repaired
or changed by a service technician.
Danger of injury and damage.
Should the cover be damaged or
need to be removed due to damage,
exercise caution. Never look at the
lighting with optical instruments
(magnifying glass or similar).
. . . the floor of the refrigerator is wet.
The drain hole is blocked.
^ Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole.
If you still cannot remedy the fault
having followed these suggestions,
please contact the Miele Service
Department.
To prevent unnecessary loss of
temperature it is advisable not to
open the door while waiting for the
appliance to be serviced.
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Noises
Normal noises
What causes them
Brrrrr...
Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can
get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on.
Blubb, blubb....
Click....
A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating
through the pipes.
Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the
motor on and off.
Sssrrrrr....
On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just
hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance.
Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the
system is unavoidable.
Noises that you can
easily rectify
What causes them, and what can you do about
them?
Rattling, vibrating
The appliance is uneven: Realign the appliance using a spirit
level, by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the
appliance.
The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of
furniture: Move it away.
Drawers, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking: Check
all removable items and refit them correctly.
Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against
each other? Separate them.
The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of the
appliance: Remove the clips.
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After sales service
In the event of a fault which you cannot
correct yourself, or if the appliance is
under guarantee, please contact:
– your Miele Dealer
or
– the Miele Service Department (see
back cover for address).
When contacting your Dealer or the
Service Department, please quote the
model and serial number of your
appliance. This information is given on
the data plate.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded for
training purposes.
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Electrical connection
Electrical connection U.K.
Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363)
All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be re-fitted when
by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
person in strict accordance with current is lost, the plug must not be used until a
local and national safety regulations
(BS 7671 in the UK).
suitable replacement is obtained. The
colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
of the plug, or the colour that is
embossed in words in the base of the
plug (as applicable to the design of the
plug fitted).
The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable and moulded plug ready for
connection to an a.c. single phase
220-240 V 50 Hz supply.
Please ensure that the connection data
quoted on the data plate match the
household mains supply.
Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS 1362 and have the
correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily your local electrical supplier.
accessible. For extra safety it is
advisable to install a residual current
device (RCD) with a trip current of 30
WARNING
mA (in accordance with DIN VDE 0664,
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
VDE 0100, Section 739).
EARTHED
Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by an extension
lead. Extension leads do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance
(e.g. danger of overheating).
The appliance must not be connected
to an inverter and must not be used
with a plug adapter as these can cause
damage to the appliance’s electronic
unit.
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Installation
Ventilation
This appliance must be built in,
otherwise it could tip up.
Air at the back of the appliance gets
warm. The appliance housing unit must
be constructed to allow sufficient space
for ventilation.
Location
The appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
The room temperature should not go
above or below the climate range for
which the appliance is designed.
The higher the ambient temperature of
the room, the more energy the
A ventilation gap of at least 38 mm
depth must be allowed for behind the
appliance for air to circulate.
The air inlet to the appliance is via the
plinth in the housing unit.
The cross-section of the air inlet and
outlet must be at least 200 cm2 to
ensure that air can circulate without
hindrance. Otherwise the appliance has
to work harder, resulting in an increase
in electricity consumption.
appliance requires to operate.
It should not be installed where it is
exposed to direct sunlight or directly
adjacent to a heat-producing appliance
such as an oven or a radiator.
The air inlet and outlet must not be
covered or blocked in any way.
They should be dusted on a regular
basis.
Climate range
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.
Climate range
Ambient room
temperature
SN
N
ST
+10°C to +32°C
+16°C to +32°C
+18°C to +38°C
+18°C to +43°C
+10°C to +38°C
+10°C to +43°C
T
SN-ST
SN-T
Operating in a room which is too cold
will cause the cooling system to switch
off for too long, causing the internal
temperature in the appliance to rise
with the risk of food deteriorating and
going off.
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Installation
Before installation
Does your old appliance have
a different hinging
mechanism?
^ Before installation remove the cover
strip, sealing strip and other
accessories from the appliance and
from the external rear wall of the
appliance.
If your old appliance had a different
type of hinging, the furniture door can
still be used. Remove the old hinges
from the housing unit. They are no
longer required because the furniture
door is now fitted to the appliance door.
All the necessary parts are supplied or
can be ordered from the Miele Spare
Parts Department.
Stainless steel front
^ On no account should the spacers
be removed from the back of the
appliance. These ensure the gap
required between the back of the
appliance and the wall is maintained.
(depending on model)
The old door can be replaced by a
stainless steel front if required.
This is available from your dealer or
the Miele Spare Parts Department.
^ Remove any cable clips from the rear
of the appliance.
^ Check that all parts at the back of the
appliance are unhindered. Carefully
remove any hindrance.
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Building-in dimensions
Niche height (mm)
A
K 9252 i
K 9352 i
K 9452 i
874 - 890
1024 - 1040
1220 - 1236
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Changing the door hinging
Before building the appliance in, you
will need to decide on which side the
door is to be hinged. If left hand door
hinging is required, follow the
instructions below.
^ Unscrew the fixing screws d
completely, and loosely screw them
in at the top and bottom on the
opposite side of the appliance f.
If you have put locking pins into the
hinges to stop the door opening too far:
To change the door hinging, you will
need various sizes of Torx
screwdrivers, a slotted
screwdriver and a spanner.
Appliance door
^ Open the appliance door.
^ Remove the locking pins from the top
of the hinges.
To remove the soft-close mechanism
^ Place the door with the outer side
downwards on a stable surface.
^ Open the hinges, and loosen the
screw in mounting a.
^ Remove covers a, b and c with a
screwdriver.
Warning. The soft-close mechanism
snaps shut when dismantled.
Danger of injury.
^ Loosen fixing screws d slightly.
^ Slide the door outwards and lift it off
e.
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Changing the door hinging
^ Unscrew ball joint b using a spanner To secure the soft-close mechanism
and remove soft-close mechanism c
^ Place the door with the outer side
together with the ball joint.
downwards on a stable surface.
Do not separate the soft-close
mechanism from the ball joint. This
would damage the mechanism.
^ Screw ball joints b of soft-close
mechanism c into the new fixing
holes.
^ Open out soft-close mechanism c,
and hook mounting a onto the hinge.
^ Hold the soft-close mechanism in this
position, and screw mounting a to
the hinge.
^ Stand the appliance door up, and
slacken the hinges at the front (the
hinges remain open).
^ Remove screws a, and place the
stoppers supplied c in the empty
holes.
Do not close up the hinges. Danger
of injury.
^ Replace the hinges in their diagonally
opposite corners b.
^ Use a powered screwdriver to secure
the hinges; screws a are
self-tapping.
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Changing the door hinging
^ Push the appliance door onto the
pre-fitted screws, and then tighten
the screws.
^ Replace covers a, b and c.
^ Replace the locking pins into the top
of the hinges to prevent the door
opening too far.
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Building in the appliance
Preparing the appliance
All fitting instructions given are for a
right hand hinged appliance. If you
have converted the appliance to left
hand hinging you will need to adapt
these instructions accordingly.
Building into a peninsular run
When built into a peninsular run, the
rear of the building-in niche must be
fitted with a kitchen furniture panel.
Aligning the housing unit
^ Slide cover strip a (with the bumps
facing downwards) into the holder,
and secure by fitting the bumps into
the keyhole slots.
^ Push the appliance three-quarters of
the way into its housing unit.
When doing this, make sure that the
mains cable does not get trapped.
^ With 16 mm thick unit walls:
Shorten sealing strip b to the height
of the niche.
Stick the sealing strip to the side of
the appliance on which the door is
opened.
The housing unit must be carefully
aligned using a spirit level before
installing the appliance. The unit
corners must be at right angles, as
otherwise the furniture door will not
align correctly with the 4 corners of the
appliance.
Clip spacer piece c over the hinges.
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Building in the appliance
Building in and securing the
appliance
^ Secure plastic bracket c to the side
opposite the hinges using the M5 x
22 screws d.
^ Push the appliance in until the plastic
bracket is flush with the front edge of
the housing unit floor e.
^ To fix the appliance to the housing
unit at the top and bottom
^ Depending on the thickness of the
appliance housing unit walls, push
the appliance into the niche until
– the spacer piece touches the
housing unit wall a (16 mm thick
walls), – or the front edges of the
hinges are flush with the side walls of
the housing unit b (19 mm thick
walls).
– screw the long 4 x 19 mm chip board
screws a into the hinges at the top
and bottom,
^ Press the appliance against the wall
– open the plastic bracket, and screw a
long chipboard screw b (4 x 19 mm)
through the middle of the long hole in
the plastic bracket.
on the hinge side.
^ Align the appliance height on both
sides by altering the adjustable feet
using the spanner supplied f.
^ Close the plastic bracket.
^ Then align the appliance front to the
front edges of the side walls of the
housing unit.
^ Close the appliance door.
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Building in the appliance
Fitting a furniture door
^ Using a pencil, lightly mark a line
down the centre of the inside of the
furniture door.
^ A gap of 8 mm a must be set
between the appliance door and the
fixing bracket.
^ Hang fixing bracket a with the fitting
aids onto the inside of the furniture
door. Align the fixing bracket
centrally.
^ Push fitting aids d up to the height of
the furniture door: the lower edge "X"
of the fitting aids must be at the same
height as the upper edge of the
furniture door being fitted (see - on
the diagram).
^ Attach the fixing bracket securely
using at least 6 short 4 x 14 mm
chipboard screws b. (On cassette
doors only use 4 screws on the
edges).
^ Undo nuts b, and take fixing bracket
c off together with the fitting aids.
^ Pull the fitting aids upwards to
remove them c.
^ Turn them around and fit them into
the middle slots on fixing bracket d
for safe keeping.
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Building in the appliance
Securing the appliance door to the
furniture door:
^ Hang the furniture door onto
adjusting bolts a.
^ Screw fixing bracket a into the
pre-drilled holes in the appliance
door using hexagonal screw b.
Make sure the two metal edges c
are aligned (Symbol II).
^ Loosely attach the nuts b on the
adjusting bolts.
^ Close the door and check the
distance between the door and
neighbouring furniture doors.
^ Drill fixing holes d, and screw in the
4 x 14 mm screws e.
^ Align to match neigbouring doors if
necessary:
Side adjustments "X" are made by
sliding the furniture door, and height
adjustments "Y" by turning the
adjusting bolts a with a screwdriver.
(On large or divided doors, attach a
second pair of fixing brackets a in the
handle region of the door. Use the
pre-drilled holes in the appliance door.)
– Align depth "Z" on the furniture door:
Loosen screws f at the top of the
appliance door, and loosen the
^ Tighten nuts b.
hexagon-headed screw g at the
bottom of the fixing bracket. By
moving the furniture door, create a
gap of 2 mm between the furniture
door and the front edge of the niche.
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Building in the appliance
^ Close the door and align it with
neighbouring furniture doors.
^ Replace all the covers.
^ Whilst counterholding the adjusting
bolts b with a screwdriver, tighten
nuts a on the appliance door.
^ Cover strip c must be completely
hidden in the niche, and must not
protrude.
^ Tighten all screws once again.
^ Secure the appliance one more time
using screw d through the round
hole in the plastic bracket.
^ Close the plastic bracket.
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Adjusting the door hinges
The door hinges are set ex-works to
enable the door to be opened wide.
– If you would like the appliance door
to be cushioned so that it opens
more softly, the spring tension on the
appliance door can be adjusted.
However, if the opening angle of the
door needs to be limited for any reason,
the hinge can be adjusted to
accommodate this.
– For example, if the appliance door
hits an adjacent wall when opened,
the opening angle can be limited to
90°.
^ Place the locking pins supplied for
limiting the door opening into the
hinges from above.
To do this, use the allen key supplied to
adjust the door hinges.
The door opening angle is now limited
to 90°.
aTo reduce the opening angle:
^ Turn the allen key clockwise.
This tightens the hinges and makes it
harder to open the door wide.
bTo open the door
fully:
^ Turn the allen key anticlockwise.
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