MIELE KF 1811 VI User Manual

Operating and Installation

Instructions

Fridge-Freezer Combination

KF 1801 Vi

KF 1811 Vi

KF 1901 Vi

KF 1911 Vi

en - US, CA

To prevent accidents

and machine damage

read these instructions

before

installation or use.

M.-Nr. 07 155 800

Contents

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Cleaning the interior and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Humidity filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Ventilation slits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Door seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Changing the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Water filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Exchanging the water filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Filter Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Custom door panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Installation options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Installing the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

RemoteVision module installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Preparing the installation niche . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Sliding the appliance into the installation niche . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Aligning the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Attaching the appliance to the installation niche. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Preparing the custom door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Attaching and aligning the custom door front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

RemoteVision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using the appliance, follow

basic safety precautions, including

the following:

Electrical Safety

Before installation, make sure that

the voltage and frequency listed on the

data plate correspond with the

Read all instructions before

installation and use to prevent

accidents and machine damage.

household electrical supply. This data

must correspond to prevent injury and

machine damage. Consult a qualified

electrician if in doubt.

Before installation or service,

This appliance is intended for

residential use only. Use only as

described in this Operating manual.

disconnect the power supply to the

work area by unplugging the unit,

"tripping" the circuit breaker or

removing the fuse.

Only use the appliance for its

intended purpose. The manufacturer

cannot be held responsible for

damages caused by improper use

of this appliance.

Do not use an extension cord to

connect this appliance to electricity.

Extension cords do not guarantee the

required safety of the appliance

(e.g., danger of overheating).

This appliance complies with current

safety requirements. Improper use

of the appliance can lead to

personal injury and material

damage.

Be certain your appliance is

properly installed and grounded by a

qualified technician. To guarantee the

electrical safety of this appliance

continuity must exist between the

appliance and an effective grounding

system. It is imperative that this basic

safety requirement be met. If there is

any doubt, have the electrical system of

the house checked by a qualified

electrician. The manufacturer cannot be

held responsible for damages caused

by the lack, or inadequacy, of an

effective grounding system.

Keep these operating instructions in

a safe place and pass them on to

any future user.

Only connect power to the

appliance when all installation and

plumbing work is complete.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Installation

In refrigerators with an automatic ice

maker, avoid contact with the moving

This appliance is top-heavy and

must be secured to prevent the

possibility of tipping forward.

Keep the doors closed until the

appliance is completely installed

and secured per the installation

instructions.

parts of the ejector mechanism, or with

the heating element located on the

bottom of the ice maker. Do not place

fingers or hands on the automatic ice

making mechanism while the

refrigerator is plugged in.

The ice cube maker is not suitable

for connection to a hot water supply.

This appliance must be installed

and connected in compliance with the

installation instructions.

Do not use water that is

microbiologically or chemically unsafe

or of unknown quality without adequate

disinfection or other treatment before or

after the filter is used; the filter alone is

not an adequate safeguard.

Installation and repair work should

be performed by a Miele authorized

service technician. Work by unqualified

persons could be dangerous and may

void the warranty.

Use

Installation must comply with local

Persons who lack physical, sensory

plumbing regulations and state laws.

The manufacturer cannot be held liable

for damage caused by a faulty

or mental abilities, or experience with

the machine should not use it without

supervision or instruction by a

responsible person.

connection to the water supply.

Do not operate any appliance with a

To reduce the risk of injury, do not

damaged cord or plug, or if the

appliance has been damaged in any

manner. Contact Miele’s Technical

Service Department.

allow children to play in, on or near the

appliance, especially in the door hinge

area.

After your appliance is in operation,

This equipment is not designed for

do not touch the cold surfaces in the

machine, ice cubes or frozen food,

particularly when hands are damp or

wet. Skin may adhere to these

extremely cold surfaces.

maritime use or for use in mobile

installations such as recreational

vehicles or aircraft.

Do not install the fridge/freezer in a

room with too low an ambient

Do not refreeze frozen foods which

have thawed completely.

temperature, e.g., a garage, as this

may lead to the appliance switching off

for longer periods so that it cannot

maintain the required temperature.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not handle frozen food or ice

with wet hands. Danger of injury.

Disposal of your old appliance

Before disposing of an old

Do not store or use gasoline or other appliance, first make the door latch or

flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

lock unusable.

Take off the doors.

Do not deactivate the water filter

display.

Leave the shelves in place so that

children may not easily climb inside.

Do not use sharp-edged objects to

Consult with your municipal policy

on recycling.

remove frost and ice, or separate

frozen foods and remove ice trays.

They will damage the evaporator,

causing irreversible damage to the

appliance.

Be careful not to damage any part of

the pipework while awaiting disposal

by:

puncturing the refrigerant

channels in the evaporator.

bending any pipework.

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.

scratching the surface coating.

Splashes of refrigerant can damage the

eyes.

Your old refrigerator may have a

cooling system that used CFC's

(chlorofluorocarbons). CFC's are

believed to harm stratospheric ozone.

If you intentionally release this CFC

refrigerant, you can be subject to fines

and imprisonment under provisions of

environmental legislation. Make sure the

Do not use any oils or grease on the

door seal, as these will cause the seal

to deteriorate and become porous with

time.

Do not block the ventilation gaps in

the plinth or the top of the appliance

housing unit, as this can impair the

efficiency of the appliance, increase the CFC refrigerant is removed and disposed

electricity consumption and cause

damage to the appliance.

of by a qualified technician.

The manufacturer cannot be held

liable for damage caused by

non-compliance with these

Important Safety instructions.

Never use a steam cleaner to clean

the appliance. Pressurized steam could

damage electrical components and

cause a short circuit.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

Guide to the Fridge-Freezer combination

aHinged door shelf

gMain switch to turn the appliance

On/Off

bShelves (height adjustable)

cDoor shelves (height adjustable)

dFloating drawer

hSmartFresh drawer

iWater filter

jSmall freezer basket

kLarge freezer basket

lIce cube container

eControl panel

fHumidity filter

Guide to the Fridge-Freezer combination

Control panel

aAccess button "p"

activates the control panel

gFood type(s) to be stored in the

SmartFresh drawer

bRefrigerator

hOn/Off sensor button for the

SuperCool function

cLeft SmartFresh drawer

dRight SmartFresh drawer

eFreezer

iOn/Off sensor button for the ice cube

maker

jSensor button for the temperature

and door alarm*

fTemperature display

X colder; Y warmer

kWater filter change indicator*

Allows you to set the desired

temperature in the refrigerator or

freezer section

* Only visible when the relevant

function is activated

Before use

Before using for the first time

Turning the appliance On/Off

^ Clean the inside of the appliance and ^ Open the upper appliance door.

the accessories with a mild solution

of warm water and liquid dish soap.

Dry with a soft cloth.

After installing the appliance, wait at

least 30 minutes before turning the

appliance on. During transport,

fluids in the refrigeration system may

have shifted and will need some

^ Turn the appliance On/Off with the

main switch.

The main switch is located on the

right-side underneath the control panel.

time to settle.

All zones are switched on or off

together.

Once on, the appliance begins cooling.

When the doors are open, the interior

lights come on.

The access button will light in the

control panel.

The preset temperatures (factory

default settings) are reached after a few

hours. Do not put any food in the

appliance until the preset temperatures

are reached.

,^{Turning off the appliance with}

the main switch does not safely

isolate it from the power supply.

Settings

Using the settings

Depending on the zone selected, you

can now:

When a sensor button has been

selected with a finger touch, it will

appear yellow.

– adjust the temperature,

– select the SuperCool function, or

A de-selected button will appear white.

– select settings for the SmartFresh

drawers by food type.

For additional information, see the

corresponding sections in this manual.

^ Touch the access button "p" so it

turns yellow.

^ To de-select a zone touch the sensor

button for that particular zone so that

it turns white, or select another

sensor button.

On the control panel you will now see

the sensor buttons of the four appliance

zones.

^ To leave the settings menu, touch the

access button "p" so it turns white.

The last settings entered are stored.

If the access button is not pressed

the display will go out after approx.

30 secs.

At the right of the control panel there is

a sensor button to turn the ice maker on

and off.

When the ice maker is in operation, the

sensor button appears yellow.

The sensor buttons for the four

appliance zones now disappear from

the control panel.

^ To change settings (e.g., to set the

temperature, etc.), touch the sensor

button for the appliance zone you

wish to set.

The selected sensor button appears

yellow and depending on the zone

selected additional sensor buttons may

appear on the control panel.

Settings

Custom settings

Turning the button sound

On/Off

In the custom settings mode you can

select and change functions. The

function possibilities are described in

the respective chapters of this manual.

If you prefer the buttons to be silent

when touched, the button sound can be

turned off.

^ Touch the access button "p" so it

turns yellow.

Function

Display text

Temperature

°C - °F

†

RemoteVision

Module settings

;

^ Touch the sensor button for the

refrigerator section so it turns yellow.

Button sound on/off

Confirm filter

changes

^ Note the position of the X button, but

do not touch.

Exit Custom

Settings mode

^ Touch the access button "p" again so

it turns white.

Only the access button "p" is visible.

^ Place one finger on the position of

the X button and hold (the X button

will not be 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.

Settings

^ By touching the X button, you can

choose between:

= 0 : Button sound is off

= 1 : Button sound is on

= – : Return to menu.

Turning off for longer periods

of time

If the appliance is not going to be used

for an extended time (for example,

during a vacation) some precautions

should be taken.

^ Touch the access button "p" to

confirm the setting.

^ Shut off the water supply line,

(several hours before switching off

the appliance)

^ Tap the X button until you see ; in

the display.

^ Touch the access button "p".

^ Take all food out of the appliance

You have now left the Custom settings

mode.

^ Turn the appliance off at the main

switch

^ Unplug the appliance

^ Empty the ice cube container

^ Clean the interior

When you are in the Custom settings

mode the door alarm is turned off

automatically. Once the door is

closed it is reactivated.

^ Remove and discard the water filter

(secure the filter cap)

^ Leave the doors open to prevent

odors

Alarm

The appliance is equipped with an

alarm system, to ensure that the

temperature does not rise unnoticed

because of energy loss or open doors.

Turning the temperature alarm Off

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.

The alarm system is always

operational, it does not need to be

turned on.

Temperature alarm

If the temperature becomes too warm,

an alarm sounds, the "alarm" indicator

turns red and flashes. At the same time

the affected zone flashes in the display.

^ To turn the alarm off early, press

the "alarm" sensor button.

The alarm signal turns off. The "alarm"

indicator remains red and the

corresponding appliance zone

continues to flash until the alarm

condition is corrected.

If the freezer zone is affected, the

temperature display shows the warmest

temperature reached during the alarm.

The alarm will sound and the display

will flash if:

If the temperature in the freezer

zone reaches 0°F (-18°C) or higher,

check that food has not defrosted.

– too much warm air flows into the

appliance, for example when food is

being loaded, re-arranged, or taken

out.

Door alarm

If one of the appliance doors is left

open for over 5 minutes, an alarm

signal will sound and the "alarm"

indicator will turn red.

– large amounts of food are being

frozen at once.

– the power fails.

Turning the door alarm Off

Once the door is closed the alarm turns

off and the "alarm" indicator goes out. If

the door has not been closed properly,

the alarm will sound again after five

minutes.

^ To turn the alarm off early, press

the "alarm" sensor button. The "alarm"

indicator and signal will turn off.

Setting the temperature

Setting the temperature in the

refrigerator and freezer

sections

Temperature range

The temperature can be selected within

the following ranges:

The refrigerator and freezer sections

can be set independently of each other.

– Refrigerator:

36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C)

^ Touch the access button "p" so it

turns yellow.

A temperature of 37°F (4°C) in the

refrigerator section is recommended.

– Freezer:

7°F to -11°F (-14°C to -24°C).

To freeze fresh food and store frozen

food for an extended period of time, a

temperature of 0°F (-18°C) is

suggested.

^ Touch the sensor button for the

refrigerator or freezer section so it

turns yellow.

The room temperature and the

installation location can affect the time it

takes for the appliance to get to the

desired temperature. If the room

temperature is too high, it may not be

possible for the appliance to reach the

lowest temperature.

^ Use the X and Y buttons next to the

temperature display to set the

temperature warmer or colder.

Tap the X and Y sensor buttons to

raise/lower the temperature 1°, or hold

them down to move through the

temperature range more quickly.

The temperature display on the

control panel always shows the

desired temperature.

Setting the temperature

Temperature unit

(Fahrenheit/Celsius)

^ By touching the X button you can

select either Fahrenheit or Celsius for

the temperature display.

† 0: Fahrenheit

The temperature can be displayed in

degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).

† 1: Celsius

† –: return to menu

^ Touch the access button "p" to

confirm the setting.

^ Touch the access button "p" so it

turns yellow.

^ Tap the X button until a ; appears in

the display.

^ Touch the access button "p".

You have left the Custom settings

mode.

^ Touch the sensor button for the

refrigerator section so it turns yellow.

When you are in the Custom settings

mode the door alarm is turned off

automatically. Once the door is

closed it is reactivated.

^ Note the position of the button X, but

do not touch.

^ Touch the access button "p" again so

it turns white.

Only the access button "p" is visible.

^ Place one finger on the position of

the X button and hold (the X button

will not be 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.

SmartFresh drawers

The SmartFresh drawers provide the

right combination of temperature and

humidity. The result is freshness up to

three times longer than in the other

zones of the refrigerator.

Using the SmartFresh drawers

^ Use the sensor button to select the

desired drawer.

Storage temperatures

For fresh foods that are not adversely

affected by cold, the best range is

32° - 37°F (0° - 3°C). This helps to keep

the food fresh considerably longer than

in the rest of the refrigerator, spoiling is

minimal.

The selected sensor button turns

yellow, and the sensor buttons for the

food choices appear.

The temperature is set to approx. 35°F

(1.5°C).

The most recently selected food type(s)

appear yellow.

Humidity

^ Use the sensor buttons to select the

desired food type(s), so they appear

yellow.

The closer the humidity in the appliance

matches the moisture content of the

food, the more moisture the food will

retain, and the fresher and crisper it will

stay over a longer period of time.

– Several food types can be selected

at the same time.

– To delete a food type, simply press it

again.

The optimal humidity is determined on

the basis of the food stored in the

appliance.

– Depending on the food types

selected, the optimal humidity is

determined for the crispers.

Proper humidity is assisted by 2

humidity filters located above the

SmartFresh drawers. These filters allow

air to pass through, yet retain moisture.

– The "deli" and "dairy" settings are the

most energy efficient.

^ Touch the access button "p" to

confirm the settings.

^ Place the food in the drawer.

SmartFresh drawers

For optimal storage conditions, it is

always best to store similar foods

together in one crisper.

Foods that are best stored under dry

conditions

– fresh fish and shellfish, meats,

poultry, sausage, dairy products and

deli salads.

Foods that are best stored under

moist conditions

– fresh produce, e.g., vegetables,

lettuce, herbs, mushrooms,

cabbage, fruit.

Remember that higher moisture levels

can only be attained when the food is

stored unpacked so air can circulate

freely.

Using the refrigerator efficiently

Different storage zones

Coldest area

Due to the natural circulation of 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

these different zones when placing

food in the appliance.

The coldest area in the refrigerator is

directly above the SmartFresh drawers.

The temperature in the drawers

themselves is even colder.

Use these cold areas in the refrigerator

for all highly perishable foods, such as:

– fish, meat, poultry,

This appliance uses a dynamic

cooling feature to establish a

constant temperature during

cooling. As a result, the differences

between temperature zones are less

pronounced.

– deli meats, store-bought meals,

– dishes or baked goods containing

eggs or cream,

– fresh bread dough, pastry dough,

cake batters,

Leave some space between items, so

air can circulate freely around them.

Make sure the ventilation slits are not

covered - this is important for the

cooling performance.

– dairy products.

If storing high-proof alcohol, make

sure it is tightly closed and stored

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 (storage shelf). Use this

area to store items such as butter and

cheese.

Do not allow food to touch the rear

wall of the appliance, it may freeze

to the wall.

Using the freezer efficiently

Freezing food

Placing food in the freezer

Fresh food should be frozen as quickly

as possible. This helps maintain the

nutritional value, vitamin content,

appearance and taste of the food.

Food to be frozen can be placed

anywhere in the freezer section.

Use the large freezer basket for large

quantities of food.

Never refreeze partially or fully

Load bearing capacity of the baskets:

defrosted food. Consume defrosted

food as soon as possible, it will lose its

nutritional value and spoil if left for too

long. Do not refreeze defrosted food

unless it has been cooked.

Small

basket

Large

basket

KF 18X Vi

KF 19X Vi

30 lbs

(14 kg)

72 lbs

(33 kg)

Before placing food in the freezer

41 lbs

(19 kg)

94 lbs

(43 kg)

^ When you are planning to freeze

large amounts of food (more than

4 ½ lbs [2 kg]), switch on the

SuperCool function ahead of time

(see "SuperCool").

This will provide the food already in

the freezer with a protective boost of

cold air.

^ Spread the food to be frozen across

the bottom of the freezer basket or

across the shelves, so that it will

freeze through to the core as quickly

as possible.

^ When placing items in the freezer,

make sure the packaging and

containers are dry, to keep them from

sticking together when frozen.

When freezing, make sure that

already frozen food does not come

into contact with fresh food being

frozen, this could cause the frozen

food to defrost.

Using the freezer efficiently

Defrosting

Cooling drinks quickly

Frozen food can be defrosted in

different ways:

To cool drinks quickly, switch on the

SuperCool function. See "SuperCool" for

more information.

– in a microwave oven,

– at room temperature,

Do not leave bottles in the freezer for

more than 1 hour, closed containers

could burst.

– in the refrigerator (the cold given off

by the frozen food helps to keep the

other food cold),

– in a steam oven.

Poultry It is especially important to

observe proper hygiene when

defrosting poultry. Never save the liquid

from defrosted poultry. Drain it away

and promptly wash the container, the

sink and your hands. Danger of

salmonella poisoning.

Fruit should be defrosted at room

temperature in its packaging, or in a

covered bowl.

Most vegetables can be cooked while

still frozen. Simply place directly into

boiling water or hot oil.

SuperCool

When the SuperCool function is

activated, the appliance is cooled as

quickly as possible (to a factory-preset

temperature).

The temperature in the appliance now

begins to fall, with maximum cooling in

the zone selected.

Switching off SuperCool

SuperCool

The SuperCool function automatically

switches off after:

Refrigerator: approx. 6 hours

When used with the refrigerator the

SuperCool function is ideal for the rapid

cooling of drinks and refrigerating large

quantities of food.

Freezer:

approx. 52 hours

The sensor button turns white, and the

appliance continues running at normal

power.

When used with the freezer the

SuperCool function is ideal for freezing

large quantities of unfrozen food. The

function should be switched on 4-6

hours before the fresh food is placed in

the freezer.

To save energy, the SuperCool function

can be switched off early, once the

food and/or drinks are sufficiently

chilled.

If the max. freezing capacity is used,

24 hours are recommended.

This helps food to freeze quickly and

retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavor and

appearance.

^ Touch the SuperCool sensor button

so that it turns white.

Switching on SuperCool

The temperature display for the zone

selected returns to the original

temperature setting.

The appliance now continues running

at normal power.

^ Touch the sensor for the refrigerator

or freezer (as desired) so it turns

yellow.

^ Touch the SuperCool sensor button

so it turns yellow.

In the temperature display for the zone

selected, the new temperature setting

appears:

Refrigerator: 35°F (2°C)

Freezer:

-22°F (-30°C)

Ice cube maker

For the automatic ice cube maker to

operate, it must be connected to the

household water supply. See

"Plumbing".

Do not use the ice cube container

for rapid cooling of food or drinks.

The ice cube maker may become

blocked and be damaged.

Turning on the ice cube maker

Do not use the first batch of ice

cubes from the ice cube maker.

Discard the ice produced in the first

24 hours after switching on the ice

cube maker.

This applies for the very first use,

and whenever the appliance has

been out of service for an extended

period of time.

Make sure that the ice cube container

is under the ice cube maker, as far as

possible.

Ice cubes will not be produced

unless the container is completely

closed.

The amount of ice cubes produced

depends on the temperature in the

freezer section. The lower the

temperature, the more ice cubes will be

produced in a given period of time.

^ Touch the sensor button for the ice

cube maker so that it turns yellow.

As soon as the freezer has cooled to a

freezing temperature, the ice cube tray

fills with water. Cold air is blown directly

over the tray.

Turning off the ice cube maker

The water supply line must be shut

off several hours before the

appliance or ice cube maker is

switched off.

As soon as the ice cubes are frozen,

they fall into the ice cube container.

The ice cube maker can produce

approx. 140 ice cubes within 24 hours.

After the appliance is turned on for the

very first time, it can take up to 10 hours

for the first ice cubes to drop out of the

ice cube maker and collect in the

container.

^ Touch the sensor button for the ice

cube maker so that it turns white.

Once the ice cube container is full, the

ice cube maker switches off

automatically.

Automatic defrost

Refrigerator section and

SmartFresh drawers

Freezer section

The freezer section defrosts

automatically.

The refrigerator and SmartFresh

drawers defrost automatically.

The moisture generated in the

appliance collects in the evaporator. It

is automatically defrosted and

dissipated by the condenser

periodically.

During normal operation, 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.

This automatic defrosting system

enables the freezer to remain

permanently ice-free, while ensuring

that the food stored in the freezer stays

frozen.

Adjusting the interior fittings

Moving the shelves

SmartFresh drawer

The shelves can be adjusted according These drawers are set on telescopic

to the height of the food.

tracks. They can be pulled in and out

for loading and unloading, or removed

for cleaning.

^ Using both hands, grasp the shelf

from underneath and lift slightly so

that the rear of the shelf is slightly

above the mountings.

^ Pull the shelf forward.

^ Move the shelf to the desired height,

then insert the (rear) hooks into

place.

^ Make sure the shelf is level.

^ Open the drawer.

Floating drawer

On the hinged-side of the door is a

safety lock, which must be turned to a

horizontal position before the drawer

can be removed.

The floating drawer can be moved to

the left or right, moved to another shelf,

or removed.

^ Pull the drawer straight out, so that it

passes over the catches and remove.

^ To replace the drawer slide it straight

in along the rails.

^ Using a suitable object, e.g., coin,

turn the safety lock to a horizontal

position a.

^ On both sides of the drawer, pull the

latches b upward and lift the drawer

out of the refrigerator.

Push the tracks back into the

refrigerator to avoid injury.

Adjusting the interior fittings

The divider in the drawer can also be

removed for cleaning.

^ Remove the drawer.

^ Lift the divider upward and out.

To re-insert the divider, slide it back

down along the tracks.

Important: If the divider is not in

place, the SmartFresh drawer will

not work properly.

Replacing the SmartFresh drawer

^ Completely extend the telescopic

tracks.

^ Lay the drawer on the tracks so that it

connects in the front and back.

^ Turn the safety lock back to the

vertical position.

^ Slide the drawer in.

Adjusting the interior fittings

Adjusting the door shelves

Removing the hinged door shelf

For easier loading, unloading, and

cleaning, the door shelves can be

shifted or completely removed.

^ Pull the stops upward and out of the

shelf, and remove the shelf lid

upward.

^ Now remove the hinged container

upward and out.

Removing the storage shelf

from above the drawer

^ Remove the rear finishing strip, move

the glass plate slightly toward the

rear, and carefully lift it upward and

out.

^ Using both hands, grasp the door

shelf by the frame and tip it slightly

forward.

^ Slide the tipped shelf up or down

along the slide-rails, and click it into

place with the lower hooks.

^ Make sure the shelf is level.

Removing a door shelf

^ Slide it upward all the way to the top

of the slide-rails, until it can be

removed.

Replacing a door shelf

^ Start at the top of the slide-rails and

slide the shelf down into the desired

position.

Adjusting the interior fittings

Ice cube container

Small freezer basket

The ice cube container is set on

The small freezer basket can be

telescopic tracks, and can be removed removed for cleaning.

for loading, unloading and cleaning.

^ Slide the basket forward until

resistance is felt.

^ Slide the container forward until

resistance is felt.

On the hinged-side of the door is a

safety lock, which must be turned to a

horizontal position before the drawer

can be removed.

^ On both sides of the container, pull

the latches (see arrow) upward and

lift the container out of the freezer.

^ Using a suitable object, e.g., coin,

turn the safety lock to a horizontal

position a.

Push the tracks back into the freezer

to avoid injury.

^ On both sides of the basket, pull the

latches b upward and lift the basket

out of the freezer.

Replacing the ice cube container

^ Completely extend the telescopic

tracks.

^ Lay the container onto the tracks so

that it connects in the front and back.

Replacing the small freezer basket

^ Fully extend the telescopic tracks.

^ Slide the container in.

^ Lay the basket onto the tracks so that

it connects in the front and back.

^ Turn the safety lock back to the

vertical position.

^ Slide the freezer basket in.

Adjusting the interior fittings

Large freezer basket with

partition

Replacing the partition

^ Arrange the fasteners in an upright

position and audibly click the

partition into them.

The large freezer basket can be

removed for cleaning.

^ Place the safety locks into the

fasteners. Using a suitable object,

e.g., coin, turn the pegs into a

vertical position.

^ Lift the freezer basket out of the

freezer.

The partition in the basket can also be

removed for cleaning:

Replacing the large freezer basket

^ Place the basket into the freezer,

making sure it is seated correctly in

the connection holes.

^ Using a suitable object, e.g., coin,

turn the safety locks to a horizontal

position, 1.

^ Remove the safety locks from the

fasteners, 2.

^ Pull the partition out of the basket.

Cleaning and care

Before cleaning

To reduce the risk of electrical

shock, disconnect the appliance

from the power supply by shutting

off the power main, tripping the

circuit breaker or unplugging the

power cord before maintenance.

^ Use the main switch to turn the

appliance off completely.

Never use cleaning agents

The main switch is located on the right

side underneath the control panel.

containing abrasive substances

such as sand, soda, acids, chlorides

or chemical solvents.

^ Unplug the power cord.

Non-abrasive cleaning agents are

also unsuitable, as they can cause

matte areas to appear.

^ Remove any food from the appliance

and store it in a cool place.

^ Take out any removable parts,

e.g., shelves.

Only use a mild solution of warm

water and liquid dish soap to clean

this appliance.

Cleaning the interior and

accessories

Do not use a steam cleaner to clean

this appliance. Pressurized steam

could penetrate electrical

components and cause a short

circuit.

Use a mild solution of warm water and

liquid dish soap. Wash all accessories

and drawers by hand. Do not wash in a

dishwasher.

^ Clean the appliance as needed.

Do not allow water to get into the

electronic unit or lights.

^ After washing, wipe down the interior

and accessories with a clean wet

cloth, then dry with a soft cloth.

Leave the appliance doors open for a

short time, so the moisture can

evaporate.

Cleaning and care

Aluminum frames

The shelf frames are made of

aluminum.

^ Clean the frames with a mild solution

of warm water and liquid dish soap.

Aluminum is susceptible to

scratches and nicks, treat with care.

^ Unhook the filter cover, 1. in each

side of the drawer and remove them

along with the filters downwards

starting from 2.

The aluminum frames may become

discolored or otherwise altered if

soiling is not cleaned away

promptly.

Do not use stainless steel cleaners;

lime removers; scouring pads, such

as pot scrubbers; or used sponges

that still contain abrasive cleanser

residue to clean the frames.

Humidity filters

The two humidity filters, located above

the SmartFresh drawers, must be

removed for cleaning.

^ Clean the filters by rinsing them with

lukewarm water.

Do not clean in a dishwasher or

washing machine. This will damage

the filter.

^ Air-dry the filters.

^ Place the filters back in the filter

cover.

^ Remove the SmartFresh drawer.

^ Put the filter cover back in place,

inserting the rear hooks first.

^ Re-insert the SmartFresh drawer.

Cleaning and care

Ventilation slits

After cleaning

^ Check the ventilation slits in the base ^ Return all shelves and accessories.

panel regularly. Remove any dirt/dust

^ Place food back in the refrigerator

with a vacuum cleaner or brush.

section, close the appliance doors,

Clean as needed.

insert the plug in the power outlet

and turn the appliance on.

Door seals

^ Switch on the SuperCool function for

the freezer section. The freezer

section will cool down quickly.

Do not use oil or grease on the door

seals. This may cause the seals to

deteriorate and become porous over

time.

^ Once the temperature in the freezer

section is cold enough, place food in

the freezer baskets and return them

to the freezer.

^ Clean the door seals with warm water

and dry thoroughly.

Cleaning and care

Changing the light bulb

Never touch a halogen bulb with

bare fingers.

When inserting a glass halogen bulb

always hold it with a soft cloth.

The lighting automatically switches off

after the door has been open for

approx. 5 minutes. This is not a fault.

After the bulb has cooled for a short

time it will turn on again.

If the light does not 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.

^ Remove the defective light bulb.

^ Place the new bulb in the socket.

Halogen bulb type:

20 W/12 V/socket GY 6.35.

Upper lighting

^ Slip the rear of the light cover back

into position, then pull it forward and

into place.

^ Grasp the front of the light cover with

both hands, and slide it back.

^ Carefully pull the cover forward and

out.

Cleaning and care

Side lighting

^ Turn the light cover counterclockwise

and pull out.

Never touch a halogen bulb with

bare fingers.

When inserting a glass halogen bulb

always hold it with a soft cloth.

^ Pull the defective light bulb from the

socket.

^ Place the new bulb in the socket.

Halogen bulb type:

5 W/12 V/socket G 4.

^ Put the light cover back on and turn

clockwise into place.

^ Restore power to the appliance.

Water filter

The water filter improves the taste and

smell of ice cubes by removing chlorine

and other substances from the

incoming tap water.

– Depending on how many ice cubes

are produced, the filter will need to

be changed approximately every 6

months.

It is important to change the water

filter regularly.

– When the filter indicator turns red,

the filter will need to be changed

soon.

To avoid serious illness or death, do

not use water that is

microbiologically or chemically

unsafe or of unknown quality without

adequate disinfection or other

treatment before or after use of a

filter.

Replacement filters can be ordered

from Miele.

– When the red filter indicator flashes,

it is time to change the filter.

Note:

– After installing a new water filter and

switching on the ice maker, discard

the first 24 hour's worth of ice

production.

– If the ice maker has not been used

for a prolonged time discard any ice

cubes in the freezer, empty the

container and discard the ice

production of the next 24 hours.

– If the appliance or ice maker have

not been routinely used for several

weeks or months, or if the ice cubes

have an unpleasant odor, change

the water filter.

Note: Air trapped in the system may

cause water and the filter cartridge

to eject forcefully. Use caution when

removing.

Water filter

Exchanging the water filter

^ Push in and rotate the filter cap on

the base panel of your appliance

counterclockwise 180°, 1.

^ Push the filter cartridge with cap, in a

horizontal position, all the way into

the opening in the base panel, 5.

^ Pull the used filter cartridge out of the

appliance, 2.

^ Rotate the filter cartridge clockwise

180° until the cap is in a horizontal

position, 6.

The filter change needs to be

confirmed before the "filter" indicator

will go out. See "Re-setting the filter

indicator".

^ Remove the cap from the used filter,

Whenever you replace the filter, the

system must be re-set. This will

ensure the indicator light for the next

filter change will come on at the right

time.

^ Take a new filter cartridge out of the

packaging and remove the protective

cap.

^ Push the cap onto the new filter

cartridge, 4.

Water filter

Re-setting the filter indicator

By touching the X button you can

select the following settings:

^ 0: filter is installed

^ 1: filter is not installed (external filter)

^ 2: filter change confirmed

^ -: return to menu

The filter indicator still flashes in the

display.

^ Tap the X button until ^ 2 appears in

the display.

^ Touch the access button "p" so it

turns yellow.

^ 1 should only be selected if an

external filter or bypass cartridge is

being used. See "Deactivating the

water filter".

The various appliance zones are now

visible.

^ Press and hold the access button "p"

for 2 seconds to confirm the filter

change.

^ Touch the sensor button for the

refrigerator so it turns yellow.

The filter is now reset.

^ Note the position of the X button, but

do not touch.

^ Touch the access button "p" again so

it turns white.

Only the access button "p" is visible.

^ Place one finger on the position of

the X button and hold (the X button

will not be 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 an ^ appears

in the display.

^ Touch the access button "p" again.

Water filter

^ Tap the X button until ^ - appears in Deactivating the water filter

the display.

The ice cube maker in this appliance

can be operated without the installed

water filter, for example if the household

water supply already uses a water filter.

^ Touch the access button "p".

^ Tap the X button until ; appears in

the display.

If you choose this option, it is important

to insert a bypass cartridge. Only then

can the performance of the appliance

be ensured.

^ Touch the access button "p".

You have left the Custom settings

mode.

The "filter" indicator is no longer visible

on the control panel.

To purchase a bypass cartridge,

contact Miele.

When you are in the Custom settings

mode the door alarm is turned off

automatically. Once the door is

closed it is reactivated.

After installing a new water filter

discard the first 24 hours of ice

production.

Filter Performance Data Sheet

Frequently asked questions

With the aid of the following guide minor problems can be corrected without a

service call.

Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in strict

accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs

could cause personal injury or machine damage and may void the warranty.

Problems with temperature

Issue

Possible fault

Solution

The refrigerator The machine is not turned

or freezer

section does

not get cold.

Check whether the appliance is

switched on at the main switch.

The temperature display must

be lit up.

on.

The machine is not plugged Check that the plug is correctly

in. inserted in the power outlet.

Check that the fuse has not Reset the circuit breaker.

tripped.

The temperature is set

incorrectly.

Check the display.

The temperature Select a warmer

in the

See "Selecting the correct

temperature".

temperature.

refrigerator or

freezer section

is too low.

The SuperCool function is

still on.

SuperCool automatically shuts

off after: 6 hours for refrigerator;

52 hours for freezer.

The door is not closed.

Check that the doors have been

closed properly.

A large amount of food is

being frozen at the same

time.

This makes the compressor run

longer, causing the temperature

in the freezer section to fall

automatically.

The freezer

section is too

warm.

The room temperature is

lower than the ambient

temperature for which the

appliance is designed.

Raise the temperature of the

room.

Operating the appliance in a

room that is too cold will cause

the cooling system to switch off

for too long, causing the freezer

section to become too warm.

Frequently asked questions

General problems

Issue

Possible fault

Solution

Water is flowing out of Close the shut-off valve immediately.

the appliance.

Check whether the water

pipe in the appliance is

defective.

Contact Miele Technical

Service.

Check whether the water

pressure is too low.

Contact a plumber.

Check whether the correct Self-tapping valves and

water valve has been

installed.

³/₁₆" (4.76 mm) saddle

valves reduce the water

pressure and can block

the pipe.

The door to the This is not a fault.

freezer section will not The suction caused by

Wait a few minutes, then

try again. It should now

open without force.

open.

opening and closing the

door too many times in

succession prevents it

from opening.

The compressor kicks The ventilation slits are

on very frequently and covered or dusty.

for too long.

Clean with a vacuum or

brush.

The doors have been

Once the fridge gets down

opened too frequently, or a to the set temperature the

large amount of fresh food compressor will turn off.

has been put in at once for

freezing.

The door is not closed.

Check that the doors have

been closed properly.

Nothing shows in the Power is not reaching the Check the power supply to

display.

appliance or there has

been a power failure.

the machine.

Frequently asked questions

Alarm / Indicator warnings

Issue

Possible fault

Solution

The alarm is ringing.

The appliance door(s)

have been open for

longer than 5 minutes.

Close the door(s).

The alarm is ringing and The door is not closed.

Once the alarm condition

has been corrected, the

alarm will turn off and the

"alarm" indicator will stop

flashing.

the "alarm" indicator is

A large amount of food is

flashing.

being frozen at the same

time.

There has been a power The temperature indicator

failure.

will indicate the highest

temperature reached

during the alarm.

The filter display is red. This is a warning that the Order replacement filters

water filter needs to be

changed soon.

from Miele.

The filter display is

flashing red.

The water filter needs to

be changed.

See "Replacing the water

filter".

Frequently asked questions

Problems with the ice maker

Issue

Possible fault

The appliance is not

plugged in.

Solution

The ice cube maker

will not switch on.

Check that the appliance

is connected to the power

supply.

The ice cube maker When the appliance is turned on for the very first time, it

is not producing any can take up to 10 hours for the first ice cubes to drop

ice cubes.

out of the ice cube maker and collect in the container.

The appliance is not turned Check that the appliance

is switched on.

Contact Miele.

on.

The water supply line was

not primed (purged of air)

before the appliance was

used for the first time.

Check if:

See "Ice Cube Maker"

and/or "Plumbing" for more

information.

– the ice cube maker is

switched on.

– the water supply line is

open.

– there are ice cubes stuck

together and blocking the

exit.

– the ice cube container is

in the right position.

– the freezer compartment

temperature is too high.

– the water pressure is too

low. The water pressure

must be between 25 and

120 psi (1.72-8.25 bar).

Check whether the correct

water valve has been

installed.

Self-tapping valves and

³/₁₆" (4.76 mm) saddle

valves reduce the water

pressure and can block

the pipe.

Frequently asked questions

Problems with the ice maker

Issue

Possible fault

Solution

The ice cubes are

small.

Other domestic appliances Avoid using such items as

that use water are in

operation.

a dishwasher, washing

machine or shower at the

same time.

Check whether the water

filter needs changing.

See "Water filter" for more

information.

Check the water pressure.

The water pressure must be

between 25 and 120 psi

(1.72-8.25 bar).

Consult a plumber.

Check whether the correct

water valve has been

installed.

Self-tapping valves and

³/₁₆" (4.76 mm) saddle

valves reduce the water

pressure and can block

the pipe.

The ice cubes have When ice is stored for an

Use the ice maker more

frequently.

an unpleasant

odor/flavor.

extended period it may

absorb odors, which affects

the taste.

Check if the ice cube

container is dirty.

Clean the container.

Unsealed packages in the

freezer will transfer

odor/flavor particles to the

ice cubes.

Check that food has been

packed in airtight

containers.

Frequently asked questions

Problems with the ice maker

Issue

Possible fault

Check the water

Solution

The ice maker is not

producing enough ice

or the ice cubes are

misshapen.

Contact a plumber.

pressure. The water

pressure must be

between 25 and 120 psi

(1.72-8.25 bar).

Check that the freezer

temperature is not too

low.

See "Selecting the correct

temperature".

Change the water filter.

See "Water filter".

Ice is forming in the

supply hose to the ice

maker.

Check the water

Contact a plumber.

pressure. The water

pressure must be

between 25 and 120 psi

(1.72-8.25 bar).

Check whether the

freezer compartment

temperature is too high.

See "Selecting the correct

temperature".

Frequently asked questions

The appliance is making noises.

Issue

Possible fault

Solution

Brrrrr...

Humming noise made by the These noises are not a

compressor. This noise can

get louder for brief periods

when the motor is switching

on.

fault.

The noise of the

compressor and the

coolant circulating in the

system is unavoidable.

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 compressor on and off.

Sssrrrrr....

On multi-zone and frost-free

appliances you can

sometimes just hear the

movement of air circulating

inside the appliance.

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.

Drawers, baskets or shelves Check all removable

are unstable or sticking.

items and refit them

correctly.

Bottles or containers are

unstable or knocking against

each other.

Separate them.

The transport cable clips are Remove the clips.

hanging loose at the back of

the appliance.

After sales service

In the event of a fault which you cannot MieleCare

easily fix yourself, please contact the

(USA only)

Miele Technical Service Department at

the address on the back of this booklet. MieleCare, our Extended Service

Contract program; gives you the

When contacting the Technical Service

assurance of knowing that your

Department, please quote the model

appliance investment is covered by 5

and serial number of your appliance

years of worry-free ownership.

given on the data plate inside the

MieleCare is the only Extended Service

appliance.

Contract in the industry 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

Service department, Extended Service

Contracts offered by other providers for

Miele products will not be recognized

by Miele. Our goal is to prevent

unauthorized (and untrained) service

personnel from working on your Miele

products, possibly doing further

damage to them, you and/or your

home.

To learn more about MieleCare

Extended Service Contracts, please

contact your appliance dealer or visit

us online at:

http://miele.com/mielecare

Installation instructions

To prevent accidents

and machine damage

read these instructions

before

installation or use.

Caring for the environment

Disposal of packing materials

Disposal of an old appliance

The cardboard box and packing

materials are biodegradable and

recyclable. Please recycle.

Old appliances contain materials that

can be recycled. Please contact your

local recycling center about the

possibility of recycling these materials.

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!

Before discarding an old appliance,

disconnect it from the gas and

electrical supply and cut off the power

cord to prevent it from becoming a

hazard.

Installation

Installation site

Have the appliance installed by a

qualified technician, according to

the enclosed installation instructions.

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 that are at risk of frost.

The manufacturer is not liable for

damage to property due to an

incorrect installation or water

connection.

The installation location should not be

exposed to direct sunlight, nor near a

heat source, such as an oven,

radiator, etc.

,^WARNING

This appliance is top-heavy and

must be secured to prevent it from

tipping forward.

The ambient temperature should not

drop below 55°F (13°C) or rise above

110°F (43°C), otherwise malfunctions

may occur.

Keep the doors closed until the

appliance is completely installed

and secured as per the installation

instructions.

If installation next to a heat source is

unavoidable, use a suitable insulating

plate or observe the following minimum

distances from the heat source:

Empty weight of your machine:

KF 18X1 Vi . . . . . . . . . 455 lbs (206 kg)

KF 19X1 Vi . . . . . . . . . 498 lbs (226 kg)

– 1 ¹/₄" (3 cm) from an electric cooktop

or oven.

– 12" (30 cm) from a gas cooktop or

oven.

Installation

Base

Ventilation

A fully loaded appliance is very heavy.

The load-bearing capacity of your floor

must meet the following requirements:

The air intake and outlet must not be

blocked or covered in any way. They

also need to be dusted/cleaned on a

regular basis.

KF 18X1 Vi . . . . . . . . . 992 lbs (450 kg)

KF 19X1 Vi . . . . . . . 1,190 lbs (541 kg)

Installation niche

To ensure that the appliance is installed

securely and functions properly, the

base must be flat, level and made of a

hard, rigid material.

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".

If in doubt, contact Miele.

The side walls of the installation cavity

must be plumb.

Furniture/fixtures

The new appliance will be mounted

securely to adjacent and overhead

furniture/fixtures.

The minimum thickness of the side

walls and the top wall must be 5/8"

(16 mm).

For this reason, it is essential that all

attachable furniture/fixtures be

connected securely to the floor or wall

by a suitable means.

The minimum thickness of the toe-kick

panel must be ½" (13 mm). A thickness

of ³/₄" (19 mm) is recommended.

Installation

Custom door panels

Side-by-side

This appliance can be installed

styles and designs of kitchen cabinetry. "side-by-side" with another

This appliance is compatible with all

fridge/freezer using a "Merging Kit".

The total weight of the decorative

panel(s) must not exceed the following: The "Merging Kit" can be obtained from

Miele.

KF 18X1 Vi

Upper door . . . . . . . . . . . 86 lbs (39 kg)

Contact Miele or your dealer for

Lower door . . . . . . . . . . . 31 lbs (14 kg)

specific information about which

KF 19X1 Vi

Upper door . . . . . . . . . . . 71 lbs (32 kg)

Lower door . . . . . . . . . . . 31 lbs (14 kg)

combinations will work with your

appliance.

. . . without partition

Installation options

There are many different installation

options. You are limited only by the

design of the kitchen.

The door hinge cannot be

exchanged.

Single column

The appliance can be installed at any

preferred location in the kitchen.

However, be sure the door will open

and close properly in the chosen

location.

If the appliances are installed directly

next to each other (without a partition),

they will need to be attached together.

A heating mat must also be installed.

This will help avoid condensation and

prevent damage.

For instructions on how to attach the

appliances and install the heating mat,

please refer to the instructions included

in the "Merging Kit" available from

Miele.

Installation

. . . with partition

The "Merging Kit" can be obtained

from Miele.

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 the

installation space. During installation,

ensure that the cavity is square and the

measurements are correct.

If there is a partition between the

adjacent appliances, then each

appliance is to be individually installed

within its own niche.

The minimum thickness of the partition

is ⁵/₈" (16 mm).

A heating mat must only be installed if

the partition wall is less than 6"

(160 mm) wide.

For instructions on how to install the

heating mat please refer to the

instructions included in the "Merging

Kit".

Installation

Front panel gap kit

(optional accessory)

Two adjacent furniture doors can be

attached instead of one large door.

To connect these furniture doors, a

metal strip can be purchased as an

optional accessory. Contact Miele.

When attaching the metal strip to the

furniture doors, observe the maximum

length of the screws and the position of

the drill holes.

Always screw into the best possible

load-bearing material of the custom

doors.

Dimensions

Niche dimensions

Niche width (A)

KF 1801 Vi, KF 1811 Vi

KF 1901 Vi, KF 1911 Vi

30" (762 mm)

36" (915 mm)

Dimensions

1. Power supply

2. Water connection

KF 1801 Vi, KF 1811 Vi

KF 1901 Vi, KF 1911 Vi

15" (381 mm)

18" (458 mm)

Door dimensions (open 90°)

KF 1801 Vi, KF 1811 Vi

KF 1901 Vi, KF 1911 Vi

32 ⁵/₈" (829 mm)

38 ¹¹/₁₆" (982 mm)

Installing the appliance

Before you begin

Tools needed for installation

– Cutter with adjustable blade

– Cordless screwdriver T 20

– Torx screwdriver T 20

Read these instructions completely

and carefully.

Have the appliance installed by a

qualified technician, according to

the enclosed installation instructions.

– Hammer drill for drilling holes in wall

or floor

– Wood drills in different sizes

– Hammer

To reduce the risk of injury or

damage to the product, two people

should be used for installation.

– Open-ended wrench ½" (SW 13 mm)

– Box-end wrench

These installation instructions are

intended for use by qualified installers.

In addition to these instructions, the

appliance must be installed in

accordance with all local codes. In the

absence of a local code, the following

should be used:

–

⁵/₁₆" (8 mm) hex nut driver

– Adhesive tape

– Multi-grip pliers

– Level

– In the USA, the National Electric

Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest

edition/State and Municipal codes

and/or local codes.

– Metal tape measure

– Square

Other

– In Canada, the Canadian Electric

code C22.1 - latest edition/Provincial

and Municipal codes and/or local

codes.

– Stepladder

– Dolly, hand truck

– Wooden beam

(cross section min. 29 ½" x 39 ³/₈"

[75 cm x 100 cm] as an alternative tilt

protection, length depends on the

width of the installation cavity)

– Wood screws in different sizes

Optional Tool

– "Merging Kit" for side-by-side

installation.

– Front panel gap kit

Installing the appliance

Check the installation niche

Before installation

To ensure a safe, trouble-free

,^{Caution - the appliance is very}

heavy. Use caution when unpacking

and opening the door, danger of

tipping.

installation and the best possible

cosmetic result, check to be sure

that the installation space complies

with the installation requirements.

^ To protect the base from damage

during installation, attach a hard

board, linoleum, etc., to the floor in

front of the intended installation

location.

^ Check the base (see "Installation").

^ Check the dimensions of the cavity.

^ Check that the cavity is square.

^ Check the location of the power

outlet.

^ Take the supplied accessories out of

the protective packaging.

^ Check the location of the water

connection (see "Plumbing").

^ 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.

^ Do not remove the installation

supports from the appliance doors.

They will be used later in the

installation niche.

There are transportation safety

devices inside the appliance to

protect the shelves and storage

compartments until installation is

complete. Do not remove them, or

parts may be damaged.

^ Check the appliance for damage in

transit.

Do not install the appliance if it is

visibly damaged. If in doubt, contact

your dealer.

Installing the appliance

^ Loosen the bracket that holds the

appliance to the pallet.

^ Unscrew the screws a on the cover

b and pull off the sticker c.

,^{Caution! The appliance is no}

longer secured and may be

unstable.

^ Remove the cover b.

^ From the rear of the appliance

carefully lift it from the pallet.

Once the appliance is on the ground it

can be wheeled around.

RemoteVision module

installation

^ Push the module into the slot until it

locks into place.

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 niche.

Once connected the RemoteVision

modeul will increase the energy

consumption of the appliance.

^ Connect the appliance to the power

supply and turn it on. After several

seconds the indicator light will come

on.

The indicator light will display different

colors one after the other; any control

light at the end indicates that the

module was correctly installed.

The slot for the RemoteVision module is

located in the lower area of the back of

your appliance.

Installing the appliance

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.

Preparing the installation

niche

Keep the appliance doors closed

until it is securely fastened in the

niche. Tipping hazard.

^ Pull the antenna d straight out.

If the installation niche is deeper than

the appliance, a solid wooden beam a

can be placed behind the anti-tip

^ Guide the cover b over the antenna

d and screw on the cover.

brackets b so the appliance can be

securely attached to the base or wall.

^ Angle the antenna d so that it faces

to the right or left.

The length of the wooden beam a

should be to the width of the installation

space.

^ If necessary, disconnect the power

supply and continue installing the

appliance.

If possible, always screw the

wooden beam into existing studs.

Installing the appliance

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).

^ Drill pilot holes:

–

¹/₈" (3 mm) for 5 x 60 mm wood

screws

–

¹/₁₆" (2 mm) for 4 x 15 mm wood

screws.

The distance "D" between the anti-tip

brackets b is the width of the

appliance.

^ 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).

^ Position the anti-tip brackets b on

the left and right walls of the

appliance niche.

^ Mark the holes through the anti-tip

brackets b on the floor of the

installation niche.

^ Set the brackets aside.

Assure that there are no electrical

wires or plumbing in the area which

the screws could penetrate-risk of

injury and damage.

Installing the appliance

Securing an alternative anti-tip

device

– The beam must cover the appliance

by at least 2" (50.8 mm).

If the anti-tip brackets cannot be

attached securely, an alternative

anti-tip device can be used.

^ Mark the installation height (lower

edge of the beam) on the rear wall of

the niche.

Ensure that there is no "give" between

the appliance and the anti-tip device.

^ Select screws according to the

thickness of the wooden beam.

Example: 3 ½" (89 mm) screw for 2x4

beam.

If possible, always screw the

wooden beam to existing studs.

^ Determine the number of screws

based on the cavity width, to ensure

that the beam will be 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.

If a side-by-side installation is

desired, connect the two appliances

together. See the Installation Manual

included with the "Merging Kit".

Now prepare the water connection from

the appliance to the main supply line

(see "Plumbing").

^ Cut a wooden beam

(cross section min. 29 ½" x 39 ³/₈"

[75 cm x 100 cm]) to the required

length.

The length is equal to the width of the

installation niche.

– If the installation niche is deeper than

the appliance, select a beam with a

larger cross section, or attach two

beams.

Installing the appliance

Sliding the appliance into the

installation niche

In the case of side-by-side

installations, a separate outlet must

be used for each appliance.

^ To prevent the power cord from

becoming caught:

Tie a piece of string to the middle of

the power cord and feed it forward

under the appliance. When sliding

the appliance in, pull the cable

forward c.

^ Carefully slide the appliance into the

space until the height-adjustable

wheels interlock 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,

^ Unscrew the plinth.

^ Turn the rear adjustable wheels

slightly outward (see "Aligning the

appliance"), then push the appliance

in.

Be careful not to damage the water

pipe or power cord attached to the

floor.

^ Remove the edge protector a.

^ To protect the corners of the

installation space, attach the

supplied edge protector a on both

sides with adhesive tape.

^ Plug the appliance into the power

outlet b.

Installing the appliance

Aligning the appliance

A mark is located on the appliance

base and is used as a standard gauge

for height adjustment. When adjusting

the height, align this mark at 1 ¹/₄"

(32 mm) above the floor.

^ Align the appliance with the custom

front.

^ Place a marking-out level over the

installation aids e on the door.

^ Unscrew the height-adjustable feet

until the mark on the base has

reached the indicated guide

dimension 1 ¹/₄" (32 mm).

It is very important to comply with

this dimension for the subsequent

alignment of the custom door fronts.

The installation aids e have been

designed for the following total

thicknesses of custom doors:

–

³/₄" (19 mm)

– 1 ½" (38 mm).

Be sure to take into account the

possible differing thicknesses of the

custom doors that are to be fitted

subsequently.

The height-adjustable feet at the front

and rear can all be adjusted from the

front.

^ Align the custom doors with a level.

– Front: with an open-ended wrench

½" (SW 13).

The feet can be adjusted from the

top and bottom f.

– Rear: with a ⁵/₁₆" (8 mm) hex nut

driver via flexible shaft g.

Installing the appliance

Note:

– Do not twist or jam the appliance

inside the niche. When unscrewing

the height-adjustable feet, proceed

gradually, alternating between left

and right.

– The adjustment of the rear feet is

aided if the appliance is lifted at the

rear (tipped forward slightly).

– If using a wooden beam as an

alternative anti-tip device, rotate the

appliance all the way toward the

wooden beam.

^ Pull out the plate side lugs i.

– Do not use a power tool to adjust the

rear feet!

^ Secure the attachment plate side lugs.

If there is a fairly large gap above the

appliance, cut a wooden beam to fit

exactly and place it in the gap.

Attaching the appliance to the

installation niche

^ If necessary, shorten the filler strip j

to the required height.

^ Screw the attachment plate lugs h to

the overhead furniture/fixtures.

^ Place the 2 strips on top of each

other k.

If there is no way to attach the top of

the appliance, it can be attached to the

sides of the installation niche.

^ Insert the filler strip until you hear it

click into place l.

Installing the appliance

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.

^ Open both appliance doors and

remove the large freezer basket from

the freezer zone.

^ Place the second filler strip on the

peg and press both filler strips

together.

^ Screw the attachment plate lugs m to

the adjacent furniture/fixtures.

With side-by-side combinations, only

the external side of the appliances can

be secured to the niche.

^ Insert both filler strips into the

installation space above the

appliance, until they click into place.

Now prepare the water connection

from the appliance to the main

supply line (see "Plumbing").

Installing the appliance

Preparing the custom door

For best results, it is important to

mount the upper door before the

lower door.

^ Measure the distance X between the

bracket from the upper door and the

overhead furniture/fixtures.

^ Open the appliance door.

^ Loosen the two nuts.

Set aside the nuts - you will need

them again later.

^ 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.

^ With the inside facing up, lay the

custom door on a stable surface (to

avoid scratch marks, place some

plastic or a cloth on the surface).

^ Set aside the screws and side strips

o - you will need them again later.

^ Remove the light switch cover (see

arrow).

Installing the appliance

Please note: When attaching the

mounting frame onto two adjacent

doors (see "Front panel gap kit")

screw into the thicker outer frames

of the doors only.

^ Mark the distance X on the back-side

of the custom door.

^ Also calculate and mark the center of

the custom door Y.

^ Remove the mounting frame from the

appliance door and position it

according to the markings on the

custom door.

The bracket includes a variety of holes

for the various design options of

custom doors.

When performing work on the custom

door, always observe the following:

^ 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.

– Always select the best load-bearing

surface of the custom door as the

location for screws.

– Always select a screw length that is

shorter than the thickness of the door

front.

^ Attach the bracket at the top with at

least 10 screws.

Installing the appliance

Attaching and aligning the

custom door front

^ Fit the door handle to the custom

door.

Note that the screws are applied from

the reverse side.

^ Align the custom door with the

double-threaded bolts.

^ Tighten the nuts on the adjusting rail.

This will correct the side alignment of

the door.

^ Put the side strips (15) back into

place and screw them completely

down on both sides of the appliance

door.

^ Align the custom door again as

needed and tighten all screws on the

sides.

^ Open the door and hang the custom

door with the adjusting rail over the

double-threaded bolts p.

^ Screw the nuts q a few turns onto

the double-threaded bolts. Do not

tighten completely.

To mount the custom door on the

lower appliance door, simply repeat

the steps under "Preparing the

custom door".

^ Close the door.

^ Adjust the custom door to adjacent

furniture/fixtures.

^ The position of the lower furniture

door depends on the position of the

upper door.

Installing the appliance

Attaching the lower bracket

(Only for appliances using the "Front

panel gap kit".)

^ Measure the distance Y between the

adjusting rail from the lower door and

the upper door.

^ Be sure to leave a distance of ¹/₈"

(3 mm) from the upper cabinetry door.

^ Open the lower appliance door.

^ Screw on the lower brackets. Pre-drill

the holes in the custom door.

Installing the appliance

The lower bracket corrects the side

position of the door.

Attaching the covers

^ Loosen the screw.

^ Check the side position of the door.

^ Thread the wood screw.

^ Tighten the screw.

^ Place the cover on the brackets.

^ To mount the cover strips on both

sides of the upper and lower doors,

click them into place from bottom to

top, into the gap between the

appliance door and the custom door.

The number of lower brackets will

depend on the width and design of the

custom door.

^ Screw the brackets onto both sides

of the appliance, to hold the cover

strip.

Installing the appliance

^ Insert the cover plate on the freezer

compartment door.

Attaching the toe-kick panel

^ 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.

The maximum height of the toe-kick

panel is 4" (101 mm) from the top of

the floor. Do not cover the ventilation

slits in the base panel. Risk of

damage to the appliance.

^ Attach the light switch cover.

^ If required, cut the toe-kick panel to

the required length and height.

^ Attach the plinth to the appliance.

Installing the appliance

^ Put the included covering plate in

place.

^ Attach the toe-kick panel to the

plinth.

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.

^ Clip the air separator, left and right of

the partition, in the exhaust grille. Be

sure that it clicks into place and

guides the foam partition under the

exhaust grille.

^ If necessary, shorten the three parts

of the air separator.

^ Insert the foam pieces back into the

sides.

Plumbing

All plumbing work should be carried

out by a suitably qualified and

competent person, in accordance

with all applicable local and national

regulations.

The manufacturer is not liable for

damage to property due to an

incorrect installation or water

connection.

The water quality must conform to

country requirements for drinking

water.

– The appliance is only suitable for

connection to the cold water supply.

– The water pressure must be between

25 and 120 psi (1.72-8.25 bar).

– A separate shut-off valve must be

installed, so that the water supply

can be interrupted as needed.

– The maximum outer diameter of the

water pipe (without fittings):

³/₈" (10 mm).

The shut-off valve for the water

connection must not be located

behind the appliance. It is

recommended to place the shut-off

valve directly next to the appliance

(base unit) or in another easily

accessible location.

Plumbing

Preparing the water connection

The connection to the household

water supply must be installed

before the appliance is installed.

^ Turn off the main water valve to prevent

damage caused by leaking water.

^ Attach the connecting pipe to the

shut-off valve, according to the

instructions supplied by the

manufacturer of the ice cube maker

installation kit.

^ Install the connecting pipe. Always

observe the indicated clearance

dimensions to prevent damage to the

connecting pipe when pushing in the

appliance.

^ Secure the connecting pipe to the

floor with adhesive tape.

^ You may now proceed to install the

appliance. See "Installing the

appliance".

Plumbing

Connecting the water supply

^ Push the union nut and seal onto the

water pipe.

When connecting the water pipe to

the solenoid valve of the appliance,

follow the instructions supplied by

the manufacturer of the ice cube

maker installation kit.

^ Push the end of the water pipe into

the appliance connection and screw

on the union nut, 3. First tighten by

hand.

^ Then use an open-ended wrench to

tighten the union nut. Do not over

tighten.

When bending the water pipe, be sure

not to kink it, otherwise there is a risk of

leaks and water damage.

^ Open the shut-off valve and the main

water connection. Check for leaks at

the connection for the shut-off valve

and to the appliance.

Use bending aids.

^ Switch the appliance on.

After a maximum of 10 hours the first

ice cubes will drop out of the ice cube

maker and collect in the drawer.

^ Remove the cap from the appliance

connection, 1.

^ Bend the water pipe to suit the

location of the connection on the

appliance, 2.

Electrical connection

The appliance comes with a UL-listed,

3-wire power supply cord.

, ^{Avoid the risk of electrical}

shock

- Plug into a grounded 3-prong

outlet.

The appliance requires a 3-wire

receptacle.

- Do not move the ground plug.

- Do not use an adapter.

- Do not use an extension cord.

The receptacle must be installed by a

licensed electrician only.

In the case of side-by-side installations,

a separate outlet must be used for each

appliance. Ideally, the power outlet

should be next to the appliance and

easily accessible. Do not connect the

appliance to the power supply by an

extension cord. Extension cords do not

guarantee the required safety of the

appliance (danger of overheating).

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death, fire, or electrical

shock.

Improper connection of the

equipment grounding conductor

may result in electric shock. If you

are in any doubt as to whether the

appliance has been properly

grounded, have the appliance

checked by a qualified electrician or

service technician.

If any changes are needed to the

household wiring or power supply, this

work must be performed by a qualified

electrician.

Installation, repairs and other work

by unqualified persons could be

dangerous. The manufacturer will

not be held responsible for damage

or injury arising from unauthorized

work.

Before installing the appliance,

verify that the voltage, load and

circuit rating information found on

the data plate match the household

electrical supply.

If there are any questions 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

RemoteVision

The Miele RemoteVision system is

designed to send messages directly to

Miele and/or your PC.

Be sure your wireless system meets the

following requirements

– a router that supports an 802.11

wireless standard*

For information on set-up and

installation of the RemoteVision module

see the "Installation" section of this

manual.

– Windows XP or newer operating

system

– Cable or DSL modem

* Please note that each wireless router

manufacturer supplies their own device

drivers and setup programs. Due to the

differences in manufacturers, exact

router setup instructions are not

included in this manual. Wording and

instructions may vary.

RemoteVision

Accessing the RemoteVision

control panel

^ Tap the X button until ; appears in

the display.

^ Touch the access button "p" to

confirm.

^ Touch the access button "p" so it

turns yellow.

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.

^ Touch the sensor button for the

refrigerator section so it turns yellow.

^ Note the position of the button X, but

do not touch.

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.

^ Touch the access button "p" again so

it turns white.

Only the access button "p" is visible.

^ Place one finger on the position of

the X button and hold (the X button

will not be visible).

^ Press and hold the access button "p"

for 2 seconds to confirm the change.

^ 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).

^ To return to the main menu, tap the X

button until a solid ; - appears in the

display.

^ Press the access button "p" to

confirm.

^ Tap the X button until a ; appears in

the display.

^ Touch the access button "p".

Access to the Custom settings mode is

now active for approximately 10

seconds.

You have left the Custom settings

mode.

When you are in the Custom settings

mode the door alarm is turned off

automatically. Once the door is

closed it is reactivated.

RemoteVision

MasterCool control panel options for RemoteVision

Selectable

options

Description of function

; -

; 2

; 3

; 4

Back

Reboot the module

Reset the module to factory settings

Enter Ad-Hoc Mode

Note: If you cannot select any option (other than ; - "back"), the module has not

been installed correctly.

Status indicators Description of function

Flashing ; ~

Flashing ; |

Flashing ; <

Module booting phase

Connection to router established, no IP address assigned

In Ad-Hoc Mode, not connected

In Ad-Hoc Mode, connected

Solid

Flashing ; ‡

Solid ; #

; =

No connection to Network

Connected to Network

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