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Control panel

Access button

Upper temperature zone

Middle temperature zone

Lower temperature zone

Temperature display:
Allows you to set the temperature
(

colder;

warmer)

and
set the duration of the display
lighting
(

shorter;

longer)

Long-term wine storage

Short-term storage of white wine at a
moderate temperature

Short-term storage of red wine at a
moderate temperature

On/Off sensor button for the display
lighting

Off sensor button for the temperature
and/or door alarm*

* only visibly when the relevant function
is activated

Guide to the wine storage unit

Summary of Contents for KWT 1601 Vi

Page 1: ...Operating and Installation Instructions Wine Storage Unit KWT 1601 Vi KWT 1611 Vi To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use M Nr 09 170 080 en US CA ...

Page 2: ...larm 14 Optimum temperature and air quality 15 Setting the temperature 15 Humidity 19 Storing wine 21 Wooden racks 21 Bottle display rack 22 Maximum capacity 22 Display lighting 23 Defrosting 24 Cleaning and care 25 Cleaning the interior 26 Ventilation slits 26 Door seals 26 Active charcoal filters 26 Changing the light bulbs 27 Frequently asked questions 28 After sales service 31 Caring for the e...

Page 3: ...rity System HSS 46 Preparing the installation niche 47 Sliding the appliance into the installation niche 50 Aligning the appliance 51 Attaching the appliance to the installation niche 52 Preparing the custom door 54 Attaching and aligning the custom door front 56 Electrical connection 61 RemoteVision optional accessory 62 Accessing the RemoteVision control panel 63 Contents ...

Page 4: ...spond with the household electrical supply This data must correspond to prevent injury and machine damage Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt Before installation or service disconnect the power supply to the work area by unplugging the unit tripping the circuit breaker or removing the fuse Do not use an extension cord to connect this appliance to electricity Extension cords do not guarante...

Page 5: ...ature Use This appliance is not designed for commercial use It is intended for use in domestic households and in similar working and residential environments such as shops offices and similar work environments by customers in hotels motels Bed Breakfasts or similar residential environments This appliance is not intended for outdoor use Persons who lack physical sensory or mental abilities or exper...

Page 6: ...ecycling Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal by puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator bending any pipework scratching the surface coating Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs chlorofluorocarbons CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone If you intentionally release this C...

Page 7: ...iddle temperature zones dBottle display rack eControl panel Insulation panel to separate the middle and lower temperature zones fMain switch to turn the appliance On Off gGlass door with UV filter hConnection behind the ventilation gap for the Home Security System HSS Guide to the wine storage unit 7 ...

Page 8: ...he duration of the display lighting X shorter Y longer fLong term wine storage gShort term storage of white wine at a moderate temperature hShort term storage of red wine at a moderate temperature iOn Off sensor button for the display lighting jOff sensor button for the temperature and or door alarm only visibly when the relevant function is activated Guide to the wine storage unit 8 ...

Page 9: ...the appliance Turning the appliance On Off Open the appliance door Turn the appliance On Off with the main switch The main switch is located on the right side underneath the control panel All three zones are switched on or off together Once on the appliance begins cooling When the door is open the interior lights come on The access button will light in the control panel The preset temperatures fac...

Page 10: ... follows upper temperature zone red temper middle temperature zone white temper lower temperature zone wine storage To turn the display lighting on or off when the door is closed touch the display light sensor button To change the settings touch the sensor button for the temperature zone you wish to set The selected sensor button appears yellow You can now select from the following settings for th...

Page 11: ...temperature zones disappear from the control panel Even if you do not touch the access button the electronics will switch back to normal after about 1 min Custom settings In the custom settings mode you can select and change functions The function possibilities are described in the respective chapters of this manual Function Display text Temperature C F RemoteVision Module settings optional access...

Page 12: ... visible While holding down the X button press the access button p once Keep holding the X button down until the following appears in the display approx 5 seconds Tap the X button until appears in the display Touch the access button p to confirm By touching the X button you can choose between 0 Button sound is off 1 Button sound is on Return to menu Touch the access button p to confirm the setting...

Page 13: ...ppliance is not going to be used for an extended time for example during a vacation some precautions should be taken Turn the appliance off at the main switch Unplug the appliance Clean the interior Leave the doors open to prevent odors Settings 13 ...

Page 14: ...les are being loaded re arranged or unloaded a large number of bottles are being stored for the first time the power fails As soon as the alarm condition is corrected the alarm signal turns off and the affected zone stops flashing in the display The alarm indicator goes out Turning the temperature alarm Off To turn the alarm off early press the alarm sensor button The alarm signal turns off The al...

Page 15: ...to mature too quickly By contrast wine should not be stored below 41 F 5 C since it will not mature fully at this low temperature Fluctuations in temperature put wine under stress and interrupt the maturing process Therefore it is important to maintain a constant temperature Setting the temperature The factory default settings for the temperature zones are as follows The upper temperature zone is ...

Page 16: ...ly When the lowest or highest temperature is reached the corresponding arrow will no longer appear in the display The factory suggested temperature for the selected zone appears in yellow Once you have adjusted the temperature check the temperature after a few hours It will take this long for the appliance to reach the temperature If after this time the temperature is still too high or too low it ...

Page 17: ...ded for the different types of wine Red wine 57 F to 64 F 14 C to 18 C Rosé 50 F to 54 F 10 C to 12 C White wine 46 F to 54 F 8 C to 12 C Sparkling wine 45 F to 48 F 7 C to 9 C Champagne 41 F to 45 F 5 C to 7 C Temperature display The temperature display on the control panel always shows the required temperature The temperature display will flash if the temperature in one of the zones is too high ...

Page 18: ... X button press the access button p once Keep holding the X button down until the following appears in the display approx 5 seconds Tap the X button until appears in the display Touch the access button p to confirm By touching the X button you can select either Fahrenheit or Celsius for the temperature display 0 Fahrenheit 1 Celsius return to menu Touch the access button p to confirm the setting T...

Page 19: ... enable sediment to settle to the bottom of the bottle Setting the humidity level The unit comes factory pre set to high humidity If you would like to use the wine unit for long term storage it is recommended that you select the higher humidity The interior climate will then correspond with the conditions in a wine cellar Humidity is raised or lowered for all temperature zones simultaneously Touch...

Page 20: ... settings mode the door alarm is turned off automatically Once the door is closed it is reactivated If you have selected a higher humidity setting the fans will cut in This is to ensure that the humidity is uniformly distributed throughout the interior Whenever the unit door is opened the fans will automatically switch off temporarily Air filtering with an active charcoal filter External air passe...

Page 21: ...ed briefly in the refrigerator before serving Remember that wine should always be cooled to slightly lower than the ideal serving temperature as the temperature increases by 1 to 2 as soon as it is poured into a glass Wooden racks For convenient removal and addition of bottles the wooden racks can be pulled out on rails The wooden racks can also be completely removed Pull out the empty wooden rack...

Page 22: ...ks are available from Miele The display rack can only be attached to wooden racks with wide cross ties In the upper temperature zone these are found in the lower position In the lower temperature zones they are found in both the upper and lower position It is recommended that the wooden racks always be left in the pre set positions This makes optimal use of the interior space Never stack bottles o...

Page 23: ... now turned off When the door is closed the interior is dark and when the door is opened the interior lighting comes on Duration of the display lighting The display lighting is factory pre set to 30 minutes To change this time setting press and hold the Display light sensor button for 2 seconds The set time in minutes appears in the display Use the X and Y buttons next to the display to change the...

Page 24: ...ion condensate and frost can form on the rear wall of the refrigerator and drawers You do not need to remove this build up it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the heat generated by the appliance Defrosting 24 ...

Page 25: ...ircuit Do not allow water to get into the electronic unit or lights The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed It contains information which is required in the event of a service call To better maintain your appliance avoid the following cleaners containing soda ammonia thinners or chlorides cleaners containing descaling agents or lime removers abrasive cleaners stainless stee...

Page 26: ...th Leave the appliance doors open for a short time so the moisture can evaporate Ventilation slits Check the ventilation slits regularly Remove any dirt dust with a vacuum cleaner or brush Clean as needed Door seals Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous over time Clean the door seal with water only and dry thoroughly Active c...

Page 27: ... come on when the door is opened briefly the light bulb should be changed Use the main switch to turn the appliance off To reduce the risk of electric shock disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging or tripping the circuit breaker Turn the light cover counterclockwise and pull out Never touch a halogen bulb with bare fingers When inserting a glass halogen bulb always hold with a...

Page 28: ...ance or the outlet may be defective Contact Miele or a qualified electrician The temperature is set incorrectly Check the display What if the temperature is too low Select a warmer temperature See Setting the temperature The door is not closed Check that the door has been closed properly A large amount of bottles has been put in the appliance at the same time This makes the compressor run for long...

Page 29: ...rature display A fault has occurred Contact Miele Technical Service What if the display lighting is not working The display lighting turns off automatically depending on the time set See Display lighting If the display lighting still does not turn on after 15 minutes with the door closed contact Miele Technical Ser vice A white coating has formed around the wine corks The corks are made of a mater...

Page 30: ... free appliances you can sometimes just hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance Creaking Creaking sounds can be heard when material inside the appliance expands Rattling vibrating The appliance is uneven Realign the appliance using a level by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of furniture Move it away ...

Page 31: ... that guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service Provider using genuine Miele parts Only genuine Miele parts installed by factory trained professionals can guarantee the safety reliability and longevity of your Miele appliance Please note that unless expressly approved in writing by the Miele Ser vice department Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will no...

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Page 33: ...formation is subject to change Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification technical warranty information To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use ...

Page 34: ... reach of babies and young children Danger of suffocation Disposal of an old appliance Old appliances contain materials that can be recycled Please contact your local recycling center about the possibility of recycling these materials Before discarding an old appliance disconnect it from the electrical supply and cut off the power cord to prevent it from becoming a hazard Caring for the environmen...

Page 35: ...stallation instructions Empty weight of your machine KWT 16X1 Vi 337 lbs 153 kg Installation site The appliance should be installed in a dry well ventilated room Do not install the appliance outdoors in an environment with dripping water in rooms which are at risk of frost The installation location should not be exposed to direct sunlight nor near a heat source such as an oven radiator etc The amb...

Page 36: ... They also need to be dusted cleaned on a regular basis Installation niche To ensure safe trouble free installation and the best possible cosmetic result check to be sure that the installation space complies with the installation dimensions See Niche dimensions The side walls of the installation cavity must be plumb The minimum thickness of the side walls and the top wall must be 5 8 16 mm The min...

Page 37: ...y side with another fridge freezer using a Merging Kit The Merging Kit is available from Miele Contact Miele or your dealer for specific information about which combinations will work with your appliance For instructions on how to attach the appliances and install the heating mat please refer to the instructions included with the Merging Kit available from Miele Appliances attached together using ...

Page 38: ...ually installed within its own niche using the mounting accessories included the Merging Kit is not necessary Side panels If one side of the appliance is visible a side panel must be used The side panel must be firmly secured to the wall the floor and the overhead furniture fixtures before the appliance is placed in the cavity The dimensions of the side panel are taken from the opposite wall of th...

Page 39: ...l kitchen 3 8 10 mm A B C KWT 16X1 Vi 26 5 8 677 mm Door front max 1 1 2 38 mm Door handle Door dimensions open min 115 The dimensions of the door fronts and handles will vary according to each individual kitchen A B C D KWT 16X1 Vi 26 5 8 677 mm Door front max 1 1 2 38 mm Door handle 11 3 4 299 mm Dimensions 39 ...

Page 40: ...Niche dimensions Dimensions 40 ...

Page 41: ...Power supply 1 Power supply A KWT 16X1 Vi 12 305 mm Door front dimensions Dimensions 41 ...

Page 42: ...al codes In Canada the Canadian Electric code C22 1 latest edition Provincial and Municipal codes and or local codes Tools needed for installation Cordless screwdriver Torx screwdriver Hammer drill Wood drills in different sizes Hammer Rachet 5 16 8 mm Adhesive tape Multi grip pliers Level Tape measure Square When fastening the cabinet to the wall behind it see Installing the appliance use suitabl...

Page 43: ...allation space complies with the installation requirements Check the base see Installation Check the dimensions of the cavity Check that the cavity is square Check the location of the power outlet Check that all furniture parts in the vicinity of the appliance are securely connected to the wall Check that the adjacent furniture fixtures do not collide with the open door Before installation Caution...

Page 44: ... secured and may be unstable From the rear of the appliance carefully lift it from the pallet Once the appliance is on the ground it can be rolled around RemoteVision module installation optional accessory Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply when performing installation maintenance or service work Install the RemoteVision module before placing the appliance in its installation ni...

Page 45: ... If the indicator light does not come on installation of the module was unsuccessful In that case repeat the process If that does not correct the problem contact Miele Pull the antenna d straight out Guide the cover b over the antenna d and screw on the cover Angle the antenna d so that it faces to the right or left If necessary disconnect the power supply and continue installing the appliance If ...

Page 46: ... authorized agent from alarm company to connect your home s security system to the wine cellar Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply before performing installation maintenance or service work Remove the toe kick panel from the appliance Choose the desired switching contact and connect according to alarm system requirements Output of the Home Security System on the electronic board ...

Page 47: ...tive letter Use the included Torx screwdriver to tighten the screws Anti tip brackets The anti tip brackets help keep the appliance safely secured to the installation niche to prevent tipping Two anti tip brackets are recommended for each appliance or appliance combination side by side If the installation niche is deeper than the appliance a solid wooden beam a can be placed behind the anti tip br...

Page 48: ...r the 5 x 60 mm wood screws 1 16 2 mm for the 4 x 15 mm wood screws Tightly secure the anti tip brackets in the niche Be certain that the screws penetrate through the flooring and into the wall plate a minimum of 3 4 19 mm If the included anti tip brackets cannot be secured in the niche the built in cabinet must be secured to the wall behind it with several screws Only in this way can the applianc...

Page 49: ...ached securely an alternative anti tip device can be used Ensure that there is no give between the appliance and the anti tip device If possible always screw the wooden beam to existing studs Cut a wooden beam cross section min 3 x 4 75 mm x 100 mm to the required length The length is equal to the width of the installation niche If the installation cavity is deeper than the appliance select a beam...

Page 50: ...e attached securely Locate wall studs near the rear wall of the cavity and mark drill holes in the beam Pre drill the wooden beam Attach the wooden beam to the rear wall of the niche Sliding the appliance into the installation niche If a side by side installation is desired connect the two appliances together See the Installation Manual included with the Merging Kit Unscrew the plinth To protect t...

Page 51: ...erlock with the anti tip brackets d If resistance is felt when attempting to slide the appliance into the installation niche for example because the floor is uneven Turn the rear adjustable wheels slightly outward see Aligning the appliance then push the appliance in Be careful not to damage the power cord attached to the floor Remove the edge protector a Aligning the appliance Align the appliance...

Page 52: ... of 1 1 4 32 mm is related to a niche height of 84 2134 mm Align the custom doors with a level Note When unscrewing the height adjustable feet proceed gradually alternating between left and right If using a wooden beam as an alternative anti tip device rotate the appliance all the way toward the wooden beam Attaching the appliance to the installation niche Screw the attachment plate lugs h to the ...

Page 53: ...height Place the 2 strips on top of each other k Insert the filler strip until you hear it click into place l For a side by side combination the filler strips from both appliances are put together to form one long filler strip Take the peg from the side by side merging kit and insert it halfway into the filler strip rail on the left side appliance Place the second filler strip on the peg and press...

Page 54: ...s can be secured to the niche Preparing the custom door Open the appliance door Unscrew the installation supports n from the appliance door Loosen the remaining screws from the strips o on each side of the door then remove Set aside the screws and side strips o you will need them again later Take off the light switch cover Close the appliance door Installation 54 ...

Page 55: ...on it according to the markings on the custom door Pre drill the holes Tightly screw on the bracket using the pre drilled holes Attach the bracket to each attachment point with at least one screw Attach the bracket at the top with at least 6 screws The bracket includes a variety of holes for the various design options of custom doors When performing any work on the custom door always observe the f...

Page 56: ...y down on both sides of the appliance door Bag E contains spare screws for this purpose Screw the nuts q a few turns onto the threaded bolts p Do not tighten the nuts completely Close the appliance door and check the distance to doors of adjacent furniture fixtures Align the custom door height with the threaded bolts p Now tighten the nuts q on top This secures the appliance door Installation 56 ...

Page 57: ...ce door and the custom door Screw the brackets onto both sides of the appliance to hold the cover strip Insert the cover strip into the space between the appliance and the side panel For side by side combinations the cover strips on both sides of the appliance are applied to the outermost spaces only Attach the light switch cover Installation 57 ...

Page 58: ...t the toe kick cover to the required length and height and put the included cover plates in place Remove the foil from the adhesive strips Attach the toe kick cover to the plinth Attaching the cover strips If the frame width is narrow the cover strip side piece may need to be shortened To determine the required length of the side piece one test piece is enclosed with the cover strip Installation 5...

Page 59: ...e door to the required length Y Push the cover strips into the gap between the furniture door and glass pane Mounting the air separator The air separator keeps the supply and exhaust air separate This prevents warm exhaust air from flowing into the machine optimizing the energy performance of the unit If necessary shorten the three parts of the air separator Insert the foam pieces back into the si...

Page 60: ... Position the air separator in the center of the appliance door From below screw the air separator firmly onto the door with the 2 screws Installation 60 ...

Page 61: ...estions regarding the electrical connection of this appliance to the power supply please consult a licensed electrician or call the Miele Technical Service U1 800 999 1360 V1 800 565 6435 The appliance is supplied with a UL listed 3 wire power cord and NEMA 5 15 P plug ready for connection to a 120 V 60 Hz supply The fuse rating is 15 amps The appliance requires a 3 wire receptacle The receptacle ...

Page 62: ...nstallation section of this manual Be sure your wireless system meets the following requirements A wireless router that supports an IEEE 802 11b protocol Windows XP or newer operating system Mac OS X 10 3 or higher Cable or DSL modem Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher Safari 2 0 or higher Firefox 1 5 or higher Please note that each wireless router manufacturer supplies their own device driver...

Page 63: ...pears in the display Touch the access button p to confirm See the table on the following page for a description of each setting in the display Use the Y or X buttons to select the RemoteVision options The module has been connected to the network when appears in the display If does not appear refer to the Network options section of the XKM 2000 Installation Instruction manual Press and hold the acc...

Page 64: ...ork established no IP address assigned Solid Connected to network Flashing In Ad Hoc Mode not connected Flashing In Ad Hoc Mode connected Selectable options Description of function Back 2 Reboot the module 3 Reset to factory settings 4 Enter Ad Hoc Mode Note If you cannot select any option other than Back the module has not been installed correctly RemoteVision optional accessory 64 ...

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