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Operating and installation instructions
Wine conditioning unit
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential
to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
en - GB
M.-Nr. 09 875 610

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Wine conditioning unit To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en - GB M.-Nr. 09 875 610...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide to the appliance ..........4 Caring for the environment .
  • Page 3 Contents After Sales / Guarantee ..........37 Guarantee: U.K.
  • Page 4: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance a For switching the g For switching off the temperature or whole appliance on and off door alarm b For setting the temperature in the h For setting the temperature in the upper wine conditioning zone lower wine conditioning zone (Y for warmer) (Y for warmer)
  • Page 5 Guide to the appliance a Lighting strip (in both wine conditioning zones) b Active charcoal filter c Controls for the upper and lower wine conditioning zones/Isolator plate for thermal separation of the zones d Isolator strips for thermal separation of the zones e Wooden shelves f Safety glass door with UV filter g Ventilation grille with air filter located...
  • Page 6 Air filter The air filter behind the ventilation grille Stainless steel care protects the cooling system from dust. – Each application of the Miele stainless steel conditioner (supplied in a bottle) forms a water and dirt repellent protective coating. It gently...
  • Page 7: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposing of the packaging Disposing of your old materials appliance The packaging is designed to protect Electrical and electronic appliances the appliance from damage during often contain valuable materials. They transportation. The packaging materials also contain materials which, if handled used are selected from materials which or disposed of incorrectly, could be are environmentally friendly for disposal...
  • Page 8: 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 9 The appliance is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must be kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing, children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their head and suffocate. Technical safety The coolant system is tested for leaks.
  • Page 11 If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from danger. Do not connect the appliance to the mains electrical supply by a multi-socket adapter or extension lead.
  • Page 12 Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician. While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated.
  • Page 13 Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion. Only use genuine original Miele accessories with this appliance. Using spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liability.
  • Page 14 Warning and Safety instructions Cleaning and care Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time. Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean or defrost this appliance.
  • Page 15 Warning and Safety instructions Transporting the appliance Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its original transport packaging to avoid damage in transit. Danger of injury and damage. The appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people. Disposal of your old appliance Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch or lock unusable.
  • Page 16: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation site / In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, Maintenance unventilated room. Protected from direct In direct sunlight. sunlight. Not near to a heat source Near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
  • Page 17: Switching On And Off

    Switching on and off Before using for the first time Switching off ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and ^ Touch and keep your finger on the the accessories with lukewarm water On/Off sensor for the whole and then dry with a soft cloth. appliance until the temperature displays go dark.
  • Page 18: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time

    Switching on and off Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst on holiday: ^ switch the appliance off, ^ disconnect it from the mains, By touching the sensors for setting the temperature you can now choose ^ clean the appliance out and...
  • Page 19: Temperature And Air Quality

    Temperature and air quality Wine keeps on maturing depending on Safety device in case of low ambient the surrounding conditions. The length temperatures of time for which wine can be kept in The appliance is equipped with a safety good condition will therefore depend thermostat to protect your wine against not only on the temperature but also on a sharp drop in temperature.
  • Page 20: Setting The Temperature

    Temperature and air quality Isolator plate for thermal separation The two temperature zones are cooled alternately which means that, The appliance has a fixed isolator plate depending on the amount of wine being which divides the cabinet into two stored, it may take a few hours before different zones.
  • Page 21: Temperature Display Brightness

    Temperature and air quality ^ You can now change the brightness Temperature display brightness of the display by touching the The default brightness for the temperature setting sensors. You can temperature display is set to ^1. choose levels of brightness from 1 to To change the brightness of the 1: minimum brightness temperature display (the temperature...
  • Page 22: Air Quality And Humidity

    Temperature and air quality Air quality and humidity Switching on Dynamic cooling A conventional refrigerator with its low If you would like to use the wine humidity level is not the best place to conditioning unit to store wine long store wine.
  • Page 23: Air Filtering With Active Charcoal Filter

    The active charcoal filter must be replaced after 12 months at the latest. New filters can be ordered from Miele, your Miele dealer or via the internet (see end of this booklet for contact details).
  • Page 24: Feature Lighting

    Feature lighting The interior lighting can be set to Setting the brightness of the feature remain on when the door is closed so lighting your wines can be on display at all The brightness of the feature lighting times. can be adjusted. There is a lighting strip in the upper and lower zones so that both zones can be illuminated.
  • Page 25: Storing Wine Bottles

    Storing wine bottles Wooden shelves Vibration and movement have a negative effect on the maturing process which can affect the taste of the wine. To avoid disturbing other bottles when removing a bottle of wine, store bottles of the same type beside each other on the same shelf.
  • Page 26: Maximum Capacity

    Storing wine bottles Maximum capacity ^ To replace the shelf, click it into place on the extended runners c. The notches on the wooden shelf fit into the retaining brackets. ^ Slide the wooden shelf back into the appliance as far as it will go. Up to 34 Bordeaux bottles (0.75 l) can be stored in the appliance, with 14 in the upper zone and 20 in the lower...
  • Page 27: Temperature And Door Alarm

    Temperature and door alarm The appliance is equipped with an Switching the temperature alarm off alarm system so that the temperature in early both temperature zones cannot rise or If the noise disturbs you, you can fall unnoticed, thus possibly damaging switch the alarm off if you wish.
  • Page 28: Automatic Defrost

    Automatic defrost Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the appliance whilst it is in use. These are automatically removed and defrosted by the appliance. The condensate is drained away via a channel and drain hole into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance.
  • Page 29: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Before cleaning Do not allow water to get the ^ Switch the appliance off. electronic unit, ventilation grille or ^ Disconnect it from the mains. the lighting. ^ Take any wine bottles out of the Do not use a steam cleaner. Steam appliance and store them in a cool could reach electrical components place.
  • Page 30: Ventilation Gaps

    Cleaning and care ^ Use Miele stainless steel conditioning Door seal agent (available from Miele) to clean and care for the stainless steel Do not use any grease or oil on the surfaces. Unlike stainless steel door seal as these will cause the...
  • Page 31: Active Charcoal Filter

    The filter will lock into place automatically with an audible click. The active charcoal filter must be replaced with a new one at least once a year. Active charcoal filters can be obtained from your Miele dealer, Miele or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 32: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide Most problems can be corrected without contacting Miele. If, having followed the suggestions below, you still cannot resolve the problem, please contact Miele. To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.
  • Page 33 Remedy A dash is lit up Only temperatures within up/flashing in the the range the appliance can display. display will be shown. ^ Call the Miele Service "F0" or "F1" There is a fault. Department. appears in the temperature display.
  • Page 34 Problem solving guide Interior lighting Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Call the Miele Service The interior Department. lighting is not working. Do not remove the lighting covers. Should the covers be damaged or need to be removed due to damage, exercise caution.
  • Page 35 Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Rectify the cause of the The alarm is The temperature in the zone sounding and the has risen higher or fallen lower alarm. The temperature temperature than the temperature set. This display will stop flashing and the alarm will stop.
  • Page 36: 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 37: After Sales / Guarantee

    See end of this booklet for contact have been resolved as described in details. this booklet. When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance.
  • Page 38: Information For Test Institutes

    Information for test institutes All tests must be carried out according to relevant standards and directives. In addition, the following information provided by the manufacturer must be observed: – Loading instructions, – Information contained in the Operating and installation instructions.
  • Page 39: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. If the connection cable has to be replaced, this must be done by a All electrical work should be carried out suitably qualified and competent by a suitably qualified and competent person. person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations Do not plug other appliances in behind (BS 7671 in the UK).
  • Page 40: Installation

    Installation Location This appliance must be built in, This appliance should not be installed otherwise it could tip up. where it is exposed to direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a heat-producing Side-by-side installation appliance such as an oven or a radiator.
  • Page 41: Climate Range

    Installation Climate range The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range (ambient temperatures) and should not be used outside this range. The climate range of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance. Climate range Ambient room temperature +10 °C to +32 °C...
  • Page 42: Appliance Dimensions

    Installation Appliance dimensions Before installation, ensure the building-in niche is the correct size. The specified ventilation cross-sections must be adhered to and the cut-out in the plinth facing must be aligned centrally with the appliance in order to ensure the correct functioning of the appliance.
  • Page 43 Installation View from above...
  • Page 44: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging The door hinging should be changed by authorised service personnel only. Two people are needed for changing the door hinging. The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand hinging is required, the hinges must be changed. Spread a suitable covering on the floor in front of the appliance to protect the glass door.
  • Page 45 Changing the door hinging ^ Take off the upper retaining bracket ^ Remove the hinge bracket at the top e and replace it on the opposite g and the cover cap h on the side. opposite side. ^ Push out the bushing. ^ Remove the retaining bracket at the bottom right f of the appliance and fit it to the bottom left.
  • Page 46 Changing the door hinging The second person must support the door. ^ Unscrew the door opening angle limiter j from the lower hinge bracket i. ^ Screw the door opening angle limiter j onto the other hinge bracket k. ^ Place one washer over the hinge pin and the other washer between the door and the screw.
  • Page 47: Under-Counter Installation

    Under-counter installation Preparing the appliance Two people are required for installing the appliance. The air filter prevents soiling of the compressor compartment to ensure ^ The appliance must be installed in a efficient functioning of the stable and correctly aligned niche on appliance.
  • Page 48 Under-counter installation ^ Push the appliance in front of the niche. ^ Screw adjusting feet b in a clockwise direction until the unit is 4 mm less than the height of the niche. The feet can be adjusted with the spanner supplied c or with an allen key d.
  • Page 49: Aligning The Appliance To Taller Furniture Doors

    Under-counter installation Aligning the appliance to taller furniture doors If adjacent furniture housing doors a Align the appliance horizontally and are taller than the wine conditioning unit vertically. door, the wine conditioning unit can be If it is not level the appliance can aligned to the unit doors using a filler distort.
  • Page 50 ^ Fix bracket d to the back of filler panel b . filler panel, which is available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or from ^ Pull the appliance as far as you need your dealer. The filler panel can be...
  • Page 51: Push The Appliance Into The Niche

    Under-counter installation Push the appliance into the Securing the appliance in the niche niche ^ The appliance stands forward of the Make sure that the electricity cable furniture doors evenly by 2 mm. does not become trapped or ^ Open the appliance door. damaged as you push the appliance into its niche.
  • Page 52: Adjusting The Lateral Alignment Of The Appliance Door

    Under-counter installation ^ Close the door and check that the side edges of the door are aligned with the side walls of the appliance. Adjusting the lateral alignment of the appliance door If the appliance door is not aligned with the housing side walls, the appliance door can be adjusted using the screws underneath the hinges.
  • Page 53 Under-counter installation ^ Fit plinth facing g in position. The cut-out in the plinth facing must be aligned centrally with the appliance. ^ Fit covers e. ^ Insert foam block f supplied into the ^ Fit the ventilation grille h in the plinth appliance plinth.
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