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Operating and installation instructions

Refrigerator
with Dynamic cooling
K 8952 SD ed-1

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.

GW

M.-Nr. 06 777 840

Summary of Contents for K 8952 SD ed-1

Page 1: ...structions Refrigerator with Dynamic cooling K 8952 SD ed 1 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 GW M Nr 06 777 840 ...

Page 2: ...Using the refrigerator efficiently 17 Different storage zones 17 Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator 17 Storing food correctly 18 Unpacked meats and vegetables 18 Protein rich foods 18 Meat 18 Adjusting the interior fittings 19 Automatic defrost 20 Cleaning and care 21 Cleaning the outer casing the interior and accessories 21 Ventilation gaps 22 Door seal 22 Metal grille at the back ...

Page 3: ...Installation 29 Location 29 Climate range 29 Side by side installation 29 Ventilation 29 Installation 30 Aligning the appliance 30 Changing the door hinging 31 Building in the appliance 34 Contents ...

Page 4: ...aDynamic cooling button and indicator light bTemperature display cSuper cool button and indicator light dOn Off and temperature selector dial Description of the appliance 4 ...

Page 5: ...r and cheese compartment cEgg tray dInterior lighting eShelves fBottle rack gDoor shelf hCondensate channel and drain hole iFruit and vegetable containers jDivider depending on model Description of the appliance 5 ...

Page 6: ... 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 7: ...as 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 effec...

Page 8: ...alified engineer Installation work maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by suitably qualified and competent persons in accordance with current 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 ca...

Page 9: ...with plastic components These can cause stress cracks to occur in the plastic components Do not block the ventilation gaps in the appliance as this would impair the efficiency of the appliance increase the electricity consumption and could cause damage to the appliance The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges ambient temperatures and should not be used outside this range The...

Page 10: ...ance Cut off the cable and render any plug unusable Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal e g by puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator bending any pipework scratching the surface coating Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and Safety instruction...

Page 11: ...sure 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 se...

Page 12: ...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 12 ...

Page 13: ...o the mains Switching on Using a coin turn the On Off dial in a clockwise direction away from the 0 position until the temperature display lights up Forcing it beyond its range will damage it Turn it only as far as it will go then turn it back again The appliance begins to cool down and the temperature required for the refrigerator shows in the temperature display The interior light will come on w...

Page 14: ...e refrigerator We recommend a temperature of 5 C in the middle of the refrigerator Setting the temperature The temperature is set using the temperature dial Using a coin turn the dial in a clockwise direction away from the 0 position Forcing it beyond its range will damage it Turn it only as far as it will go then turn it back again Temperature display The temperature display on the control panel ...

Page 15: ... continue to operate at normal power Dynamic cooling m When the Dynamic cooling function is not switched on the natural circulation of air in the appliance will cause different temperature zones in the refrigerator as the cold heavy air will sink to the lowest section of the appliance You should bear this in mind when placing food in the appliance see Using the refrigerator efficiently However if ...

Page 16: ...witching off Dynamic cooling Press the Dynamic cooling button m The Dynamic cooling indicator light will go out The fan automatically switches off when the door is open Super cool and Dynamic cooling 16 ...

Page 17: ...hould be kept at a temperature of approx 4 C 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 fat or oil come into ...

Page 18: ... figs 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 Unpacked meats and vegetables Different types of unpacked meats and vegetables must be kept separate To avoid any microbiological cross...

Page 19: ...ce one of the shelves is divided The front section can be pushed under the rear section Pull the front half of the glass shelf forwards slightly and then push it carefully under the rear half Adjusting the 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 bot...

Page 20: ...y removed and defrosted 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 Automatic defrost 20 ...

Page 21: ...vent of a service call Before cleaning Switch the appliance off by turning the temperature selector to 0 switching off at the wall socket and removing the plug Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place Take out any removable parts e g shelves for cleaning The stainless steel trim can be pulled off the front edge of the shelves for cleaning Cleaning the outer casing the interi...

Page 22: ...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 Metal grille at the back of the appliance The metal grille at the back of the appliance heat exchanger should be dusted at least once a year A build up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance When cleaning the grille make sure tha...

Page 23: ...re selector to a setting closer to 0 The Super cool function is still switched on Super cool only switches itself off after 6 hours the appliance is switching in too frequently and for too long Check whether the ventilation gaps have been covered over or become too dusty Check whether the metal grille heat exchanger at the back of the appliance has become too dusty The appliance door is being open...

Page 24: ...ing it in at the rear and then pressing it in at the sides 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 s...

Page 25: ...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 26: ...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 26 ...

Page 27: ...e 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 fuse co...

Page 28: ...should be made via a suitable switched socket which is easily accessible For extra safety it is advisable to install a residual current device RCD with a trip current of 30 mA 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 inve...

Page 29: ... 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 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 Side by side installation To avoid a build up of condensation and resultant damage refrigerators and freezers should not generall...

Page 30: ...l parts at the back of the appliance are unhindered Carefully remove any hindrance Carefully push the appliance into position The appliance can be placed directly against a wall Aligning the appliance To align the appliance adjust the feet using the spanner supplied Installation 30 ...

Page 31: ...et the spoon handle slip causing damage to the appliance The side section b can now be removed Pull side section b out of the guides on the mounting plate Loosen the 4 screws Torx 15 in the mounting plate and remove the handle Remove the cover caps from the opposite side and fit them into the empty holes Changing over the door Open the appliance door Use a screwdriver to lever plinth a out then pu...

Page 32: ...he door and refit on the opposite side Unscrew tappet m Keep it in a safe place just in case you ever decide to change the door hinging back to right hand hinging Screw the tappet supplied n into the opposite side using the same screw o Hang the door on hinge pin h and then close the appliance door In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see ...

Page 33: ...sh with the side of the appliance If this is not the case Tighten the two grub screws a with the allen key provided until mounting plate c lines up correctly Then tighten all 4 fixing screws b Slide the side section of the handle d into the guides on the mounting plate until it clicks into place It is important to check that the side section of the handle d does not come into contact with the door...

Page 34: ...n an increase in electricity consumption The air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way They should be dusted on a regular basis When built into a kitchen run max depth 580 mm the appliance can be installed directly next to a kitchen furniture housing unit The appliance door b will protrude in front of furniture fronts at the sides by 34 mm and by 51 mm in the middle of the doo...

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