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Operating and installation instructions

Refrigerator
K 621 Ui-1
K 622 Ui-1

It is

essential

to read these

operating instructions before
installing or using the machine,
to avoid the risk of accident
or damage to the machine.

M.-Nr. 06 657 310

Summary of Contents for K 621 Ui-1

Page 1: ...llation instructions Refrigerator K 621 Ui 1 K 622 Ui 1 It is essential to read these operating instructions before installing or using the machine to avoid the risk of accident or damage to the machine G M Nr 06 657 310 ...

Page 2: ...fferent storage zones 14 Coldest area 14 Warmest area 14 Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator 14 Storing food correctly 15 Fruit and vegetables 15 Adjusting the interior fittings 16 Moving the shelves 16 Split shelf 16 Adjusting door shelves 16 Moving the bottle divider 16 Freezing and storing food 17 Storing frozen food 17 Home freezing 17 Hints on home freezing 17 Packing 18 Placing...

Page 3: ...8 Electrical connection 29 Electrical connection U K 29 Installation 30 Location 30 Climate range 30 Ventilation 30 Before installation 30 Building in dimensions 31 Changing the door hinging 32 Appliance door 32 Freezer compartment door 32 Building in the appliance 33 Building under 33 Adjusting the plinth depth 33 Fitting a furniture door 34 Contents ...

Page 4: ...Condensate channel and drain hole dFruit and vegetable containers eVentilation gap fButter and cheese compartment gEgg trays hTemperature selector and interior light with contact switch iDivider jDoor shelves depending on model Description of the appliance 4 ...

Page 5: ... 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 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 functi...

Page 6: ...lant Isobutane R600a a natural gas which is very environmentally friendly Although it is flammable it does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the greenhouse effect The use of this environmentally friendly 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 ...

Page 7: ... suitable for such usage subject to a risk assessment of the installation being carried out by a suitably qualified engineer Installation work maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by suitably qualified and competent persons to ensure safety 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 ...

Page 8: ... avoid the risk of food poisoning Storage times will depend on several factors including the freshness and quality of the food as well as the temperature at which it is stored Follow the instructions given on food manufacturer s packaging on storage conditions required as well as the use by date Do not use sharp edged objects to remove frost and ice separate frozen foods or remove ice trays They w...

Page 9: ...ttention 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 appliance guarantee 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 ...

Page 10: ...ure that the winter setting is switched off when the ambient temperature is warmer than 16 C Refrigerator section 4 to 5 C StayFresh zone just above 0 C Freezer section 18 C Use Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness Store food in an organised way If food is not stored in an organised way sea...

Page 11: ...ed energy consumption Defrosting Defrost the freezer when a layer of ice one centimetre thick has built up A layer of ice hinders the cold from reaching the frozen food and causes an increase in energy consumption How to save energy 11 ...

Page 12: ...tting the lower the temperature in the appliance Switching off Turn the temperature selector in an anti clockwise direction from 1 back to the 0 position The cooling system and the interior light are now 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 switch off at the wall soc...

Page 13: ...en food for a long time a temperature of at least 18 C is needed At this temperature the growth of micro organisms is generally halted As soon as the temperature rises to above 10 C the micro organisms become active in the food again so that it cannot be kept as long Partially defrosted or defrosted food must not be re frozen once it has been cooked as the high temperatures achieved when cooking d...

Page 14: ... door Use this for storing butter and cheese Do not store explosive materials in 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 If storing bottles of oil or food containing high levels of fat or oil in the appliance take care not to let the oil or fat come into ...

Page 15: ...ld bear in mind that some types of vegetables give off a natural gas which speeds up the rate at which food perishes Some fruit and vegetables react strongly to this gas and should not be stored together Examples of fruit which produce a large amount of this natural gas are Apples apricots pears nectarines peaches plums avocado pears and figs Examples of fruit and vegetables which react strongly t...

Page 16: ...el In order to accommodate tall items in the appliance one of the shelves is divided The front section can be taken out to allow space for tall items standing on the shelf below Adjusting door shelves Push the door shelf upwards then remove it by pulling it forwards Replace the door shelf at the required position Ensure that it is securely pushed back into position Moving the bottle divider depend...

Page 17: ...n cooked Home freezing Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition Hints on home freezing The following types of food are suitable for freezing Fresh meat poultry game fish vegetables herbs fresh fruit dairy products pastry leftovers egg yolks egg whites and a range of pre cooked meals The following types of food are not suitable for freezing Grapes lettuces radishes sour cream mayonnaise ...

Page 18: ...g tightly with rubber bands plastic clips string or bag ties freezer tape Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging Unsuitable packing material wrapping paper grease proof paper cellophane bin bags plastic carrier bags Placing food in the freezer Place the food flat on the bottom of the freezer compartment so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as possible Ma...

Page 19: ...rosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked Ice cubes with or without release button depending on model Press down the release button on the ice cube tray and fill the tray with wa ter Any excess will flow out through the outlet Now pull the release button up to seal the ice cube tray Place the tray on the bottom of the freezer compartment Once frozen use a blunt instrument for exam...

Page 20: ...frost will form on the evaporator plate If allowed to accumulate this will impair the efficiency of the freezer and increase the consumption of electricity Do not scrape ice and frost off the evaporator plate as this can damage the evaporator plate and the freezer compartment making it unusable The freezer compartment should be defrosted from time to time It must be defrosted if a layer of ice app...

Page 21: ... and speed up the defrosting process We do not recommend the use of hot air blowers such as hairdryers for defrosting your freezer Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost it These can damage the plastic parts Do not use defrosting sprays or de icers as they could contain substances which could damage the plastic parts and which may cause the build up of gases and pose a...

Page 22: ...ake any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place Defrost the freezer compartment Take out any removable parts e g shelves for cleaning Cleaning the interior and accessories Use lukewarm water with a little mild detergent Accessories and shelves should all be hand washed The butter dish is however dishwasher safe Clean the refrigerator at least once a month and the freezer compartment...

Page 23: ...y oils or grease on the door seals as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time The door seals should be cleaned regularly with clean water and then wiped dry with a soft cloth After cleaning Replace all shelves and accessories in the appliance Switch the appliance on with the temperature selector Place food back in the appliance and close the door Cleaning and care 23 ...

Page 24: ...hing each other Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the system is unavoidable the appliance does not get cool Make sure the temperature selector is not set at 0 Check that the plug is correctly inserted in the socket Check that the fuse is not defective and that the mains fuse has not blown If it has contact the Miele Ser vice Department the temperature in the ...

Page 25: ...a thick layer of ice in the freezer compartment Check whether the door to the freezer compartment closes properly Defrost and then clean the freezer compartment Too thick a layer of ice reduces efficiency and increases energy consumption the interior light in the refrigerator does not work Has the contact switch got stuck Is the temperature selector at a setting other than 0 If it is then the bulb...

Page 26: ...sate channel and drain hole If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions then contact the Service Department To prevent unecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door whilst waiting for the appliance to be serviced Problem solving guide 26 ...

Page 27: ...ise 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 ba...

Page 28: ...ler 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 After sales service 28 ...

Page 29: ...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 Non rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be re fitted when changing the fuse and if the fu...

Page 30: ...oom 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 Ventilation Air at the rear of the appliance gets warm For the appliance to operate efficiently it is important that it is installed in such a way that energy loss is kept to a minimum The niche must either be sea...

Page 31: ...ire a minimum plinth height of 120 mm The plinth height is affected by the height of the furniture front panel on the appliance With a building under height of 870 mm the plinth height will be between 150 220 mm The plinth height is affected by the height of the furniture front panel on the appliance and by the height of the adjustable appliance feet Building in dimensions 31 ...

Page 32: ...inges at the top and bottom of the appliance door d and refit them on the diagonally opposite side Warning Do not allow the hinges to close Danger of injury Tighten the hinges on the appliance door and fit stoppers f in the holes which are now open Refit the appliance door onto pre fitted screws c then tighten the screws Clip covers a and b on to the hinges Freezer compartment door Remove stoppers...

Page 33: ...n built in Fit fixing bracket a into position and secure it with self tapping screws b Place the appliance on the slides supplied and push it into the niche These make it easier to push the appliance in or pull it out Align the appliance with neighbouring furniture housing units Loosely secure the appliance to the worktop through fixing bracket a The appliance is properly secured to the worktop on...

Page 34: ...1 The ventilation gaps must not be covered over Fitting a furniture door A gap of 8 mm must be maintained between the appliance door and the fixing bracket Push fitting aids a 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 Undo nuts b and take fixing bracket c off togethe...

Page 35: ...es Pull the fitting aids upwards to remove them c Turn them around and fit them into the middle slots on fixing bracket d Hang the furniture door onto adjusting bolts a Loosely attach the nuts b on the adjusting bolts Close the door and check the distance between the door and neighbouring furniture doors Align to match neigbouring doors if necessary Side adjustments X are made by sliding the furni...

Page 36: ...op c and bottom d of the appliance door By moving the furniture door create a gap of 2 mm between the furniture door and the front edge of the niche Close the door and align it with neighbouring furniture doors Close plastic brackets a again Securing the appliance Whilst counterholding the adjusting bolts b with a screwdriver tighten nuts a at the top of the appliance door Tighten all screws Place...

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