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Operating and installation instructions
Refrigerator
K 621 i-1, K 622 i-1
K 641 i-1, K 642 i-1
G
It is essential to read these
operating instructions before
installing or using the machine,
to avoid the risk of accident
or damage to the machine.
M.-Nr. 05 739 100

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Refrigerator K 621 i-1, K 622 i-1 K 641 i-1, K 642 i-1 It is essential to read these operating instructions before installing or using the machine, to avoid the risk of accident or damage to the machine.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Description of the appliance ......... 4 Caring for the environment .
  • Page 3 Contents Cleaning and care ..........22 Cleaning the interior and accessories .
  • Page 4: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance a Freezer compartment * f Egg trays b Adjustable shelves g Adjustable door shelves c Condensate channel and h Temperature selector and drain hole interior light with contact switch d Fruit and vegetable containers i Bottle shelf e Butter and cheese compartment j Divider * depending on model...
  • Page 5: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Please ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while The transport and protective packing being stored for disposal. has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for It should be unplugged or disposal, and can normally be...
  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety This appliance complies with all This appliance contains the coolant relevant legal safety requirements. Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas Improper use can, however, present which is very environmentally friendly. a risk of both personal injury and Although it is flammable, it does not material damage.
  • Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions Before connecting the appliance to Installation work, maintenance and the mains supply, make sure that repairs may only be carried out by the rating on the data plate suitably qualified and competent corresponds to the voltage and persons to ensure safety.
  • Page 8 Warning and Safety instructions Do not refreeze thawed or partially Observe the "use by" dates given thawed food. on food to avoid the risk of food Defrosted food should be used up as poisoning. quickly as possible, as food soon loses Storage times will depend on several it nutritional value and goes off.
  • Page 9: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance

    Warning and Safety instructions Disposal of your old appliance The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges Before disposing of an old (ambient temperatures), and should not appliance, first make the door latch be used outside this range. The climate or lock unusable.
  • Page 10: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not situated near to a heat source Situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
  • Page 11 How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Defrosting Defrost the freezer when a layer of A layer of ice hinders the cold ice one centimetre thick has built from reaching the frozen food, and causes an increase in energy consumption.
  • Page 12: Switching On And Off

    Switching on and off Before using for the first time Switching off for longer periods of time ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with warm water and If the appliance is not going to be used a little washing up liquid, and then for a longer period of time, e.g.
  • Page 13: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature . . . in the freezer compartment It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the (depending on model) appliance. Micro organisms will cause food which is not stored at the correct For freezing fresh food and storing temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
  • Page 14: Using The Refrigerator Efficiently

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones Do not store explosive materials in Due to the natural circulation of the air the appliance or any products in the appliance, there are different containing propellants (e.g. spray temperature zones in the refrigerator. cans).
  • Page 15: Storing Food Correctly

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Storing food correctly Store food covered or packaged. This will prevent food smells or tastes from affecting other foods, and prevent food from drying out and also any cross-contamination of bacteria. The growth of bacteria, such as salmonella, can be avoided by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene.
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves Adjusting the door shelves ^ Push the door shelf upwards, then The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. remove it by pulling it forwards. ^ Pull the shelf forward as far as it will ^ Replace the door shelf at the go;...
  • Page 17: Freezing And Storing Food

    Freezing and storing food Using the freezer compartment Home freezing Use the freezer compartment to: Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition. – store frozen food, – make ice cubes, Hints on home freezing – freeze small quantities of fresh food. –...
  • Page 18: Packing

    Freezing and storing food – Do not season fresh foods or Unsuitable packing material blanched vegetables before - wrapping paper freezing. Only season cooked food - grease-proof paper lightly before freezing but care - cellophane should be taken as the taste of some - bin bags spices alters when frozen.
  • Page 19: Ice Cubes

    Freezing and storing food ^ Ice cubes can be removed easily Most vegetables can be cooked while still frozen. Just put straight into boiling from the tray by holding it under cold water or hot fat. The cooking time is running water for a short while.
  • Page 20: Defrosting

    Defrosting Refrigerator Freezer compartment Condensate and frost can build up on (depending on model) the back wall of the refrigerator section The freezer compartment does not whilst it is in use. These are defrost automatically because frozen automatically removed and defrosted food must not be allowed to defrost.
  • Page 21 Defrosting To defrost After defrosting ^ Clean the appliance and then dry it Carry out the defrosting procedure thoroughly. as quickly as possible if food has Make sure when cleaning the not been placed in another freezer. appliance that no liquid gets into the The longer the food is left out at condensate drain hole.
  • Page 22: Cleaning And Care

    E-Cloth the electrical components and cause a short circuit. ^ A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts The data plate located inside the Department, Part Number 980 13530, appliance must not be removed. It which is suitable for cleaning...
  • Page 23: Ventilation Gaps

    Cleaning and care Ventilation gaps ^ The ventilation gaps should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner. A build up of dust will increase the appliance’s energy consumption. Door seal Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.
  • Page 24: Problem Solving Guide

    ^ Check that the fuse is not defective too warm. and that the mains fuse has not ^ The room temperature is lower than blown. If it has contact the Miele Ser- vice Department. the ambient temperature for which the appliance was designed.
  • Page 25 Problem solving guide . . . there is a thick layer of ice in the . . . the floor of the appliance is wet. freezer compartment. The drain hole has become blocked. ^ Check whether the door to the ^ Clean the condensate channel and freezer compartment closes properly.
  • Page 26: Noises

    Noises Normal noises What causes them Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can Brrrrr... get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on. Blubb, blubb..A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes.
  • Page 27: Service Department

    In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact: – Your Miele Dealer – The Miele Service Department (see back cover for address). When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance.
  • Page 28: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363) All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be re-fitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person in accordance with local and is lost, the plug must not be used until a national safety regulations.
  • Page 29: Installation

    The appliance housing unit must be constructed to allow sufficient space Location for ventilation. Miele kitchen units are designed to provide this ventilation. The appliance should be installed in a dry well ventilated room.
  • Page 30: Building In Dimensions

    Building in dimensions Appliance height [mm] Niche height [mm] Appliance K 621 i, K 622 i 874 – 885 K 641 i, K 642 i 1220 1220 – 1235...
  • Page 31: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging Before building the appliance in decide on the door hinging. If left hand door hinging is required follow these instructions. Appliance door ^ Fit the appliance door on to the hinge pin on the left hand side. ^ Screw in hinge pin a.
  • Page 32: Freezer Compartment Door

    Changing the door hinging Freezer compartment door ^ Unscrew hinge plate a and take off the freezer compartment door b together with the hinge plate. ^ Fit the hinge plate onto the upper pin in the freezer compartment door c, and turn the freezer compartment door around so that the hinge plate is underneath.
  • Page 33: Building In The Appliance

    Building in the appliance Preparing the appliance All building in instructions given are for a right hand hinged appliance. If you have converted the appliance to left hand hinging you will need to adapt these instructions accordingly. Building into a peninsular run When built into a peninsular run, the rear of the building in niche must be fitted with a kitchen furniture panel.
  • Page 34 Building in the appliance Building in the appliance ^ Push the appliance into its housing unit making sure the mains cable does not get trapped. ^ Stick the sealing strip to the side of the appliance on which the door is opened.
  • Page 35 Building in the appliance ^ Cover the remaining holes in the appliance door with the plugs supplied e. ^ Secure the appliance to the housing unit above and below a using screws. ^ Secure the door coupling piece b to the appliance door at the height of the handle.
  • Page 36 Alteration rights reserved / 2205 M.-Nr. 05 739 100 / 01 en - GB K 621 i-1, K 622 i-1, K 641 i-1, K 642 i-1...

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