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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Fridge-freezer combination To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en - AU, NZ M.-Nr. 09 943 010...

  • Page 2: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposing of your old material appliance The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances has been selected from materials which often contain materials which, if are environmentally friendly for disposal handled or disposed of incorrectly, and can normally be recycled.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caring for the environment ......... . 2 Guide to the appliance .
  • Page 4 Contents Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone ......41 Dry compartment , ..........42 Humidity controlled compartment ,, ,, / ,,,.
  • Page 5 Warranty ............78 Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents....79 Demo mode r.

  • Page 6: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Control panel a For switching the entire e For setting the temperature appliance on and off. (X colder), selection sensor in settings mode b Optical interface f For confirming a selection (OK (for Service only) sensor) c For selecting the refrigerator or g For setting the temperature freezer section...
  • Page 7 Guide to the appliance Explanation of symbols Symbol Meaning Function Safety lock Secures against unintended switching off of the appliance, unintended temperature adjustment, unintended switching on of SuperCool and SuperFreeze, and unintended entry of settings ® Ice cube maker Switching the ice cube maker on and off; Setting the water quantity;...
  • Page 8 Guide to the appliance a Control panel b Fan c Egg tray / door shelf d Adjustable shelf e Adjustable shelf with lighting (FlexiLight) f Bottle shelf g PerfectFresh Pro zone interior lighting h PerfectFresh Pro zone dry compartment i Condensate channel and drain hole j Control for setting the moisture level in the humidity controlled...

  • Page 9: Optional Accessories

    Guide to the appliance Optional accessories Care of stainless steel – Each application of the Original Miele Stainless steel trim with LED lighting care product for stainless steel forms for adjustable shelf (FlexiLight) a durable protective film that is stain and water resistant.

  • Page 10: Warning And Safety Instructions

    They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the contents.
  • Page 11 Furthermore, the appliance must not be operated in areas where explosions may occur. Miele will not be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including...
  • Page 12 In the event of any damage: – avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark, – switch off at the mains and unplug the appliance, – ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and – call Miele.
  • Page 13 If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger. Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g.
  • Page 14 Miele approved service technician. The ice cube maker is not suitable for connection to a hot water supply.
  • Page 15 The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is not repaired by a Miele approved service technician. Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
  • Page 16 Warning and Safety instructions Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion! Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could explode.
  • Page 17 Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and "use by" dates. Use only genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.
  • Page 18 Warning and Safety instructions Rinse the ice cube maker and the water pipes: – before using for the first time, – if the ice cube maker hasn't been used for a long time, – regularly if the ice cube maker is constantly on (at least once a month) to remove ice residues and prevent the water pipes from becoming blocked, and –...

  • Page 19: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation/ In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, Maintenance unventilated room. Protected from direct In direct sunlight. sunlight. Not situated near a heat Situated near a heat source source (radiator, oven). (radiator, oven).
  • Page 20 How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Do not change the arrangement of the drawers and shelves as when delivered. Only open the door when Frequent opening of the door necessary and for as short a for long periods will cause a time as possible.

  • Page 21: Switching The Appliance On And Off

    Switching the appliance on and off Before using for the first time Accessories – Bottle holder Packaging material The fins of the bottle holder jut out into ^ Remove all packaging material from the bottle shelf and make bottles more the inside of the appliance.

  • Page 22: Operating The Appliance

    Switching the appliance on and off Operating the appliance When the refrigerator door is opened, the interior lighting comes on and the A light touch of the finger on the LED lighting on the adjustable shelves sensors is all that is required to operate becomes brighter until it reaches its this appliance.

  • Page 23: Switching Off

    Switching the appliance on and off Switching off Individual settings can be set for each cooling zone. ^ Touch the On/Off sensor. If this is not possible, the safety lock is active. ^ Touch the sensor for the zone in The temperature display disappears which you want to adjust the settings.

  • Page 24: Switching The Refrigerator Section Back On Again

    Switching the appliance on and off Switching off for longer Switching the refrigerator section back on again periods of time The refrigerator section can be If the appliance is not going to be used switched on separately. for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst on holiday: ^ switch the appliance off, ^ switch off at the wall and withdraw...

  • Page 25: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct Automatic temperature adjustment temperature for storing food in the (DynamicCooling) appliance. Micro-organisms will cause The DynamicCooling fan automatically food which is not stored at the correct switches on when the cooling system temperature to deteriorate rapidly.

  • Page 26: Temperature Display

    The correct temperature Temperature display Setting the temperature in the refrigerator/freezer section In normal operation the temperature The temperatures for the refrigerator display shows the current mean section and the freezer section are set refrigerator section temperature separately. and the temperature in the warmest part of the freezer section.
  • Page 27 The correct temperature When you tap the buttons, you will see Temperature range the following changes in the display: The temperature can be adjusted: – When first tapped: The last – in the refrigerator section from 3 °C temperature selected flashes. to 9 °C –...

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Temperature In The Perfectfresh Pro Zone

    The correct temperature Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro zone In the PerfectFresh Pro zone the temperature is maintained between 0 ^ You can now adjust the temperature and 3 °C. However, if you would like it in the PerfectFresh Pro zone by to be warmer or colder, e.g.

  • Page 29: Using Supercool And Superfreeze

    Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze SuperCool Switching off SuperCool The SuperCool function can be used to The SuperCool function switches off rapidly reduce the temperature in the automatically after approx. 12 hours. refrigerator section to its lowest setting The refrigerator section then operates (depending on the room temperature).

  • Page 30: Superfreeze

    Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze SuperFreeze Switching on SuperFreeze Switch the SuperFreeze function on When freezing small quantities of food before putting fresh food into the in the freezer, the SuperFreeze function freezer. should be switched on 6 hours beforehand. When freezing the This helps food to freeze quickly and maximum load of food, the retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours...
  • Page 31 Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze Switching off SuperFreeze The SuperFreeze function switches off automatically after approx. 30 - 65 hours. The duration until the ^ Touch the SuperFreeze sensor so SuperFreeze function is switched off that it is no longer highlighted in depends on the amount of fresh food yellow.

  • Page 32: Temperature And Door Alarm

    Temperature and door alarm Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the However, if the temperature in the temperature in the freezer section freezer section remains above - cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid 18 °C for a long time, check that the energy being wasted if a door is left frozen food has not started to open.

  • Page 33: Door Alarm

    Temperature and door alarm Door alarm Switching the alarm off early An alarm will sound if a door is left open If the noise of the alarm disturbs you, for too long. The alarm symbol ; will you can switch the alarm off early if you light up.

  • Page 34: Further Settings

    Further settings Safety lock 0 Certain settings on the appliance can only be selected in the settings mode. The safety lock secures against inadvertent: While you are in settings mode, the door alarm and any other fault – switching off, messages are suppressed, but the –...

  • Page 35: Audible Tones )

    Further settings Audible tones ) The appliance features audible tones such as a keypad tone and warning tone for the door and temperature ^ By touching either the X or Y sensor alarm. you can now set whether the safety The keypad tone and door alarm lock is to be switched on or off: warning tone can be switched on or off,...

  • Page 36: Display Brightness S

    Further settings Display brightness s You can adjust the display brightness to suit the light conditions in the room. The display brightness can be adjusted ^ By touching the X or Y sensor you in steps from 1 to 3. The factory default can now select: setting is 3 (maximum brightness).

  • Page 37: Sabbath Mode

    Further settings Sabbath mode ¬ The appliance offers a Sabbath programme for the purposes of religious observance. ^ By touching the X or Y sensor you The following are switched off: can adjust the display brightness: 1: minimum brightness – the interior lighting when the door is 2: medium brightness opened 3: maximum brightness...
  • Page 38 Further settings As soon as the ¬ symbol goes out in Switching on Sabbath mode the display, Sabbath mode is switched ^ Switch off Sabbath mode after the Sabbath has passed. ^ Touch the settings sensor. Switching off Sabbath mode All selectable symbols appear in the display and the 0 flashes.

  • Page 39: Using The Refrigerator Efficiently

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones – soft cheese and other dairy products, Due to the natural circulation of the air in the appliance, there are different – pre-packed vegetables and other temperature zones in the refrigerator fresh food with a label stating it section.

  • Page 40: Food Which Should Not Be Stored In A Refrigerator

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which should not be What to be aware of when stored in a refrigerator shopping for food Not all food is suitable for refrigeration The freshness of food when first placed at temperatures below 5 °C because it in the appliance is the most important is sensitive to cold.

  • Page 41: Storing Food In The Perfectfresh Pro Zone

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Due to the optimum storage conditions Take food out of the PerfectFresh Pro in the PerfectFresh Pro zone for fruit, zone approx. 30 - 60 minutes before vegetables, fish, meat and dairy using it. The aroma and flavour do products, food remains fresh for longer, not fully develop until the food has and flavour and vitamins are retained.

  • Page 42: Dry Compartment

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Dry compartment , Humidity controlled compartment ,, ,, / ,,, The dry compartment is suitable for storing perishable foods such as: Low humidity , – Fresh fish, shellfish and crustaceans; When this setting (,) is used, the –...
  • Page 43 Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Regulating the humidity level in the If the humidity level in the humidity humidity controlled compartment controlled compartment is high, Use the slide control to regulate the condensate may collect on the floor humidity level in this compartment to ,, of the compartment or underneath ,, or ,,,.
  • Page 44 Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone If you are not satisfied with the results of your stored food (e.g. food loses firmness and wilts shortly after placing in the appliance), keep in mind the following instructions: ^ Only place fresh food in the appliance as the initial condition of the food is crucial to maintaining freshness.

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelf / Adjustable shelf / Adjustable bottle shelf shelf with lighting ^ Lift up the bottle shelf / door shelf The LED lighting is located on the and pull it towards you to remove it. stainless steel trim of the adjustable shelf.

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Bottle Rack

    Adjusting the interior fittings PerfectFresh Pro zone The raised edge at the back must face upwards to prevent food from touching compartments the back of the appliance and freezing The compartments in the PerfectFresh to it. Pro zone are on telescopic rails, and Stops prevent the shelves from being can be removed for filling, emptying or pulled out accidentally.
  • Page 47 Adjusting the interior fittings Be careful not to wash out the special lubricant in the telescopic runners when cleaning the appliance. Clean the telescopic runners with a damp cloth. ^ To refit the drawer, insert the compartment lid from beneath into the holders, and push it back into place.

  • Page 48: Freezing And Storing Food

    Freezing and storing food Freezing fresh food Storing frozen food Fresh food should be frozen as quickly When buying frozen food to store in as possible. This way the nutritional your freezer section, check value of the food, its vitamin content, –...

  • Page 49: Home Freezing

    Freezing and storing food Home freezing lightly before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some Only freeze fresh food which is in a spices alters when frozen. good condition. – Do not place hot foods or drinks in Tips on home freezing the freezer.

  • Page 50: Before Placing Food In The Freezer

    Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the freezer When removing the upper freezer ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of drawers, please note: fresh food, switch on the The bottom drawer must always SuperFreeze function for some time remain in the appliance.

  • Page 51: Defrosting

    Freezing and storing food Defrosting Cooling drinks quickly Frozen food can be defrosted in When cooling drinks quickly in the different ways: freezer, make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour; otherwise – in a microwave oven, they could burst, causing injury and –...

  • Page 52: Making Ice Cubes

    Making ice cubes For the automatic ice cube maker to Rinse the ice cube maker along with operate it must be connected to the the water pipes: mains water supply. – before installation, – if the ice cube maker has not been Ice cube maker with integrated used for a long time –...

  • Page 53: Switching The Ice Cube Maker On/Off

    Making ice cubes Switching the ice cube maker The drawer must be completely shut on/off for ice cubes to be produced. After the appliance is switched on for the first time it can take up to 24 hours for the first ice cubes to ^ Touch the settings sensor.

  • Page 54: Changing The Size Of The Ice Cubes

    Making ice cubes ^ The X and Y sensors can be used to If you require a large quantity of ice cubes, set whether the water quantity is to be changed: ^ replace the full ice cube drawer with 0: Ice cube maker is switched off the drawer beside it on the right.

  • Page 55: Switching The Ice Cube Maker On/Off With The On/Off Button

    Making ice cubes Switching the ice cube maker on/off with the On/Off button ^ Open the ice cube drawer slightly. ^ Press the On/Off button a on the ice cube maker – until the indicator light comes on. The symbol for the ice cube maker ®...

  • Page 56: Automatic Defrosting

    Automatic defrosting Refrigerator section and Freezer section PerfectFresh Pro zone This freezer is equipped with a "NoFrost" system. The freezer defrosts The refrigerator section and the automatically. PerfectFresh Pro zone defrost automatically. The moisture generated by defrosting collects in the condenser and is Condensate and frost can build up on automatically dissipated by the the back wall of the refrigerator section...

  • Page 57: Cleaning And Care

    – sharp metal scrapers. hand shelf support. To clean stainless steel surfaces on Cleaning water must not get into the the appliance, use the Original Miele drain hole. care product for stainless steel (see Guide to the appliance - Optional Do not use a steam cleaning accessories").

  • Page 58: Rinsing The Ice Cube Maker

    Cleaning and care Rinsing the ice cube maker Ensure the ice cube drawer is empty before selecting "Rinse the ice cube Rinse out the ice cube maker and maker". The water will otherwise flow the water pipes onto the contents of the drawer. –...

  • Page 59: Cleaning The Ice Cube Tray

    Cleaning and care ^ Touch the OK sensor to confirm your Cleaning the ice cube tray selection. Clean the ice cube maker: The selected setting will be saved. The – before switching off the ice cube ice cube maker symbol ® will flash in maker for an extended period of the display and the indicator light will time.
  • Page 60 Cleaning and care ^ Remove and clean the ice cube drawer. The ice cube tray is not removable and can only be cleaned when in ^ Touch the settings sensor. place. All selectable symbols appear in the display and the 0 flashes. ^ Touch the sensors for setting the temperature (X or Y) repeatedly until the symbol for the ice cube maker ®...

  • Page 61: Adjustable Shelf / Adjustable Shelf With Lighting

    Cleaning and care Before cleaning the appliance Adjustable shelf / Adjustable shelf with lighting ^ Switch off the appliance. The display goes dark and the The stainless steel strip with LED cooling is switched off. lighting and the stainless steel strips If this is not the case, the safety lock on the adjustable shelves are not is on (see "Further settings -...
  • Page 62 Cleaning and care Cleaning the door shelf / bottle shelf The stainless steel fascias on the door shelf and bottle shelf are not dishwasher-safe. To remove the stainless steel fascias: ^ Place the door/bottle shelf with the front side on the work surface. ^ Take hold of the plastic edging on the left-hand side of the stainless steel strip.

  • Page 63: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and The following parts cannot be cleaned in a dishwasher: accessories – Stainless steel fascias on the door Clean the appliance at least once a shelf / bottle shelf month. – Stainless steel strips with LED lighting / stainless steel strips and Remove any soiling immediately - do protective strips on the adjustable...

  • Page 64: Door Seals

    Cleaning and care ^ Remove any soiling on stainless steel After cleaning strips and fascias with the Miele care ^ Refit all shelves and accessories in product for stainless steel. the appliance. ^ Always apply this care product after The left-hand support ribs for the...

  • Page 65: Problem Solving Guide

    Miele. If, after consulting this guide, you cannot remedy the problem, please contact Miele. Please note, however, that a call-out fee will be applied to unnecessary ser- vice visits where the problem could have been rectified as described in these operating instructions.
  • Page 66 Problem solving guide The compressor runs more and more often and for longer periods of time, the temperature in the appliance drops. Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Correct the temperature The temperature in The temperature setting is setting. the appliance is too too low.
  • Page 67 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Do not block the The compressor is The ventilation gaps in the ventilation slits. switching on more housing unit have been frequently and for covered or become too ^ Clean the ventilation gaps longer periods.
  • Page 68 Problem solving guide The compressor comes on less and less often and for shorter periods of time. The temperature in the appliance rises. Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Correct the temperature The temperature in This is not a fault. setting. the appliance is too high.
  • Page 69 Problem solving guide Information in the display Problem Possible cause Remedy "F0 to F9" appears in ^ Call Miele. There is a fault. the display. ^ Call Miele. "FE*" appears in the There is a fault. display. The ® symbol The water inlet is not open.
  • Page 70 Problem solving guide Information in the display Problem Possible cause Remedy The alarm symbol ; ^ Remedy the alarm. The The affected refrigerator alarm symbol ; will and a refrigerator section is warmer or colder disappear and the sensor section sensor are than the set temperature for the affected flashing in the...
  • Page 71 ^ Replace the stainless The LED lighting on the steel strip with LED stainless steel strip is faulty. lighting. It can be ordered from Miele. The light cover must not be removed. If the cover is damaged or has inadvertently been...
  • Page 72 ^ Push in the shelf until it clicks into position. ^ Close the appliance door. When the door is reopened, the interior lighting will work again. ^ Call Miele. If this is not the case, then there is a fault.
  • Page 73 ^ Call Miele. If this is not the case, then there is a fault. The LED lighting may only be repaired or changed by a Miele authorised service technician. Current-carrying components are located underneath the light cover. Danger of injury and...
  • Page 74 Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Use a blunt instrument, Food has frozen The food packaging was together. not dry when loaded in the e.g. a spoon handle or plastic scraper, to prise it freezer. apart carefully. An alarm does not This is not a fault.
  • Page 75 ^ Call Miele. The ® and ; The is a fault with the ice symbols flash. The cube maker. indicator light on the ice cube maker also flashes.
  • Page 76 Problem solving guide Problems with the ice cube maker Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Rinse the ice cube maker The ice cubes taste The ice cube maker has and water pipes regularly or smell odd. been on for a long time and (see "Cleaning and care - needs to be cleaned Rinsing the ice cube...

  • Page 77: Noises

    Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on. Blubb, blubb ... A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes.

  • Page 78: After Sales / Warranty

    After Sales / Warranty In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, please contact Miele. See back cover for contact details. When contacting Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance.

  • Page 79: Information For Miele Centers And Chartered Agents

    Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents Demo mode r This appliance can be presented in Miele Centers and retail stores with the help of the "Demo mode". The controls ^ Place your finger on the X sensor, and lighting will work, but the and leave it there.
  • Page 80 Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents Switching off Demo mode The r is illuminated in the display. ^ Touch the X or Y sensor so that 0 appears in the display (Demo mode is inactive). ^ Touch the settings sensor.

  • Page 81: Mains Water Connection

    Mains water connection Notes on connecting to the All parts for connecting the mains water supply appliance to the mains water supply must comply with the current Connection to the mains water national and local safety regulations supply should only be carried out by in the country in which the appliance a qualified and competent person in is being installed.

  • Page 82: Connection To The Water Inlet

    " thread. is not permitted. Replace the stainless steel hose if it is defective. It must only be replaced by an original Miele hose (available from Miele). Please note that this hose is suitable for conveying drinking water. A tap must be provided between the...
  • Page 83 Mains water connection ^ The stainless steel hose should be attached to the solenoid valve at the base of the appliance at the back. ^ Secure the stainless steel hose to the appliance housing with the retaining clip. Ensure that all connections are water tight.

  • Page 84: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out Do not connect the appliance to the by a suitably qualified and competent mains electricity supply by an extension person in strict accordance with current lead or a plug adapter. Extension leads local and national safety regulations.

  • Page 85: Installation Advice

    Important! tropical / humid Side-by-side units environments The KFNS 37692 iDE has two side wall During periods of high humidity, heaters encased in foam and can be some condensation may appear on built in side-by-side in separate...

  • Page 86: Ventilation

    Installation advice Ventilation – The ventilation cross-sections in the plinth, housing unit and above the The ventilation gaps given must be appliance must amount to at least adhered to, otherwise the 200 cm to ensure that air can compressor will be activated more circulate without hindrance.

  • Page 87: Before Installation

    Installation advice Before installation ^ Before installation, remove the accessories bag containing installation components and accessories from the appliance, and remove the sealing strip from the appliance door. ^ Do not remove the following from the rear of the appliance: ^ Open the appliance door and remove the red transport clips a (depending on model).

  • Page 88: Building-In Dimensions

    Before installation, ensure the building-in niche matches the required dimensions. The required ventilation cross-sections must be adhered to in order to ensure the correct functioning of the appliance. Niche height [mm] Freezer section [mm] KFNS 37692 iDE 1772 – 1788...

  • Page 89: Adjusting The Door Hinges

    Adjusting the door hinges The door hinges are set at the factory to enable the door to be opened wide. If the opening angle of the door needs to be limited for any reason, the hinge can be adjusted to accommodate this. –...

  • Page 90: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging ^ Open both appliance doors. Two people are needed for changing ^ Remove the shelves from the the door hinging. refrigerator section door. This appliance is delivered with right- hand door hinging. If you wish to use left-hand hinging, the hinges must be changed: To change the door hinging, you will...
  • Page 91 Changing the door hinging ^ Slightly loosen the screws e and f ^ Unscrew the screws e completely. on the hinges. ^ Place the fixing element i on the ^ Push each of the doors g and h opposite side and loosely screw in the screws e.
  • Page 92 Changing the door hinging Carry out the following steps on both doors. Removing the soft-close mechanism Risk of injury! When removed from the unit, the soft-close mechanism snaps shut. ^ Place the door with the outer side ^ Unscrew the ball joint l and screw it downwards on a stable surface.
  • Page 93 Changing the door hinging Securing the soft-close mechanism ^ Now turn over the appliance door so that the outer side faces downwards. ^ Screw the mounting k onto the hinge and tighten securely. ^ Open out the soft-close mechanism ^ Hang the appliance doors g and h j and hook it onto the ball joint.

  • Page 94: Installation

    Installation To install the appliance, you will Due to the size and weight of the need the following: appliance, it is essential that installation is carried out by two people. ^ Install the appliance in a stable, solid housing unit, positioned on an even, horizontal floor.
  • Page 95 Installation You will require the following – for mounting the appliance doors: installation components All installation components are designated by numbers. Each component's number can also be found in the installation steps on the following pages. – for building into the niche: All fitting instructions given are for a right-hand hinged appliance.
  • Page 96 Installation ^ Push the appliance two-thirds of the way into its niche. When doing this, make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped. Installation tip: Tie a piece of string around the plug to "lengthen" the mains cable. Then grab the other end of the string and pull the mains cable through the housing unit to make it easier to...
  • Page 97 Installation ^ Now screw the adjustable feet l all the way in. ^ Remove the cover f. ^ Loosely screw on the fixing plate g with the screws h at the top left of the appliance. Do not tighten the screws so that the bracket is still able to slide from side to side.
  • Page 98 Installation ^ Make sure that the covers of the top Installation and bottom fixing brackets lie flush ^ Push the appliance into the niche with the front edges of the housing until the covers of the fixing brackets unit side walls. touch the front edge of the side walls of the housing unit.
  • Page 99 Installation Securing the appliance in the niche ^ Push the loose-fitting fixing bracket against the side wall. ^ Screw the fixing bracket j to the ^ Press the appliance against the wall housing unit side wall with the screw on the hinge side. s.
  • Page 100 Installation To further secure the appliance in the housing unit, slide the support strips supplied in between the floor of the housing unit and the bottom of the appliance: ^ Break off the ends of the brackets and dispose of them. They are no longer needed.

  • Page 101: Fitting The Furniture Doors

    If the appliance is being built into a run of units, the height of the furniture door KFNS 37692 iDE should be aligned with adjacent kitchen units. The furniture door must be mounted plane and free of tension.
  • Page 102 Installation Carry out the following steps on both doors. Tip: Push up the fitting aids b with the furniture front until they are the same height as the doors of adjacent kitchen units. ^ The distance between the appliance door and the fixing bracket is set to 8 mm at the factory.
  • Page 103 Installation ^ Place the furniture door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. ^ Fit the side cover q to the fixing bracket on the opposite side of the hinge. ^ Turn the furniture door over and attach the handle (if needed). ^ Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door e.

  • Page 104: Adjusting The Position Of The Door

    Installation ^ Open the appliance door. Adjusting the position of the door ^ Hang the furniture door onto the – Adjustment to the sides (X) adjusting bolts h. ^ Move the furniture door. ^ Loosely attach the nuts c on the –...
  • Page 105 Installation ^ Whilst counterholding the adjusting ^ Drill fixing holes l in the furniture bolts h with a screwdriver, tighten doors and screw in the screws m. the nuts c on the appliance doors Make sure the two metal edges are with the ring spanner j.
  • Page 106 Installation ^ Tighten all screws again. To make sure the appliance is correctly installed: – The doors must close properly. – The doors must not touch the housing unit. – The seals at the top edge of the handle side must fit properly. ^ To double check, place a torch in the appliance and close the doors.

  • Page 107: Contact Details

    Miele Australia Pty. Ltd. ACN 005 635 398 ABN 96 005 635 398 Miele Center and Head Office Melbourne: 1 Gilbert Park Drive Knoxfield, VIC 3180 Miele Center and Office Melbourne: 206-210 Coventry Street South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Miele Center and Office Sydney:...
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