Miele K 8952 Operating And Installation Instructions

							Never use cleaning agents
containing abrasive substances
such as sand, soda, acids or
chemical solvents.
Non-abrasive cleaning agents are
also unsuitable as they can cause
matt areas to appear.
Stainless steel surfaces can be
buffed using a proprietary
conditioning agent for stainless steel
such as Neoblank (available from
the Miele UK Spare Parts
Department).
Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions and apply with an even
pressure following the direction of
the grain.
Make sure that water cannot get into
the electronic unit or into the lighting.
Do not let water get into the
drainage channel and drain hole
when cleaning.
Do not use steam cleaning
apparatus to clean the appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical
components and cause a short
circuit.
The data plate located inside the
appliance must not be removed. It
contains information which is required
in the event of a service call.
Before cleaning
^Switch the appliance off by turning
the temperature selector to 0,
switching off at the wall socket and
removing the plug.
^Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
^Take out any removable parts, e.g.
shelves, for cleaning.
^The stainless steel trim can be pulled
off the front edge of the shelves for
cleaning.
Cleaning the outer casing, the
interior and accessories
^Clean the appliance at least once a
month using warm water and a little
washing-up liquid.
^Accessories and shelves should all
be hand-washed. The butter dish is,
however, dishwasher safe.
^
To help prevent re-soiling, a
proprietary stainless steel
conditioning agent, such as
Neoblank, can be used on stainless
steel surfaces.
^
Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole frequently, so that
condensate can drain away
unhindered. Use a straw or similar to
clear the drain if necessary.
^
After cleaning, wipe the interior and
accessories with a damp cloth and
dry with a soft cloth. Leave the door
open to air the appliance for a short
while.
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							E-Cloth
^A microfibre E-Cloth can be used for
cleaning surfaces such as stainless
steel, glass, plastic and chrome
without the use of chemicals. These
are available from the Miele UK
Spare Parts Department, and from
good retail outlets.
Ventilation gaps
^The ventilation gaps should be
cleaned regularly with a brush or
vacuum cleaner. A build-up of dust
will increase the energy consumption
of the appliance.
Door seal
Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal as these will cause the
seal to deteriorate and become
porous over time.
The door seal should be cleaned
regularly with clean water and then
wiped dry with a soft cloth.
Metal grille at the back of the
appliance
The metal grille at the back of the
appliance (heat exchanger) should be
dusted at least once a year. A build-up
of dust will increase the energy
consumption of the appliance.
When cleaning the grille, make sure
that the pipework and other
components do not get broken or
damaged in any way.
After cleaning
^Replace all shelves and accessories
in the appliance.
^Insert the plug in the socket and
switch the appliance back on.
^Place food back in the appliance and
close the door.
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							Repairs to electrical appliances
should only be carried out by a
suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with
current local and national safety
regulations. Repairs and other work
by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for
unauthorised work.
Some minor problems can be corrected
without contacting the Service
Department.
What to do if . . .
. . . the appliance does not get cool.
^Make sure that the temperature dial is
not pointing to the 0 position.
^Check that the plug is correctly
inserted in the socket and switched
on.
^
Check that the fuse is not defective
and that the mains fuse has not
blown. If it has, contact the Miele Ser-
vice Department.
. . . the temperature in the refrigerator
is too low.
^
Turn the temperature selector to a
setting closer to 0.
^
The Super cool function is still
switched on. Super cool only
switches itself off after 6 hours.. . . the appliance is switching in too
frequently and for too long.
^Check whether the ventilation gaps
have been covered over or become
too dusty.
^Check whether, the metal grille (heat
exchanger) at the back of the
appliance has become too dusty.
^The appliance door is being opened
frequently.
^Check that the door has been closed
properly.
. . . the interior light in the refrigerator
is not working.
^Make sure that the temperature dial is
not pointing to the 0 position.
If it is not pointing to the 0 position the
bulb is defective:
^Disconnect the appliance from the
mains. Switch off at the wall and
withdraw the plug from the socket, or
disconnect the mains fuse or remove
the screw-out fuse in countries where
this is applicable.
^
Press the sides of the lamp cover
togethera, disengage the cover and
unclip it at the rearb.
Problem solving guide
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							^Unscrew the lamp and replace it with
a new one.
Lamp specification:
220 - 240 V, max. 25 W, E 14 fitting.
^Screw the new lamp into the
connection. Ensure it goes in
correctly and that the sealcmakes
a tight fit.
^Replace the cover by clipping it in at
the rear and then pressing it in at the
sides.
. . . the floor of the refrigerator is wet.
The drain hole is blocked.
^
Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole.
If you still cannot remedy the fault
having followed these suggestions,
please contact the Miele Service
Department.
To prevent unnecessary loss of
temperature it is advisable not to
open the door while waiting for the
appliance to be serviced.
Problem solving guide
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							Normal noises What causes them
Brrrrr...Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can
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.
Click....Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the
motor on and off.
Sssrrrrr....On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just
hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance.
Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the
system is unavoidable.
Noises that you can
easily rectifyWhat causes them, and what can you do about
them?
Rattling, vibrating The appliance is uneven:Realign the appliance using a spirit
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 are unstable or sticking:Check
all removable items and refit them correctly.
Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against
each other?Separate them.
The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of
the appliance:Remove the clips.
Noises
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							In the event of a fault which you cannot
correct yourself, or if the appliance is
under guarantee, please contact:
–your Miele Dealer
or
–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. This information is given on
the data plate.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded for
training purposes.
After sales service
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							All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with current
local and national safety regulations
(BS 7651 in the UK).
The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable and moulded plug ready for
connection to an a.c. single phase
220-240 V 50 Hz supply.
The voltage and frequency are given on
the data plate. Please ensure that these
match the household mains supply. The
fuse rating is quoted on the plug.
Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily
accessible. For extra safety it is
advisable to install a residual current
device (RCD) with a trip current of 30
mA (in accordance with DIN VDE 0664,
VDE 0100, Section 739).
Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by an extension
lead. Extension leads do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance
(e.g. danger of overheating).
The appliance must not be connected
to an inverter and must not be used
with a plug adapter as these can cause
damage to the appliance’s electronic
unit.Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363)
The fuse cover must be re-fitted when
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
is lost, the plug must not be used until a
suitable replacement is obtained. The
colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
of the plug, or the colour that is
embossed in words in the base of the
plug (as applicable to the design of the
plug fitted).
Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS 1362 and have the
correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
your local electrical supplier.
WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED
Electrical connection IRL, U.K., ZA
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							All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person in accordance with local and
national safety regulations.
The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable and moulded plug ready for
connection to 220-240 V 50 Hz supply.
The voltage and frequency are given on
the data plate. Please ensure that these
match the household mains supply.
Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily
accessible. For extra safety it is
advisable to install a residual current
device (RCD) with a trip current of 30
mA.
Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by an extension
lead. Extension leads do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance
(e.g. danger of overheating).
The appliance must not be connected
to an inverter and must not be used
with a plug adapter as these can cause
damage to the appliance’s electronic
unit.WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED
Electrical connection AUS, NZ
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							Do not place any appliance which
gives off heat, such as a toaster or
microwave oven, on top of this
appliance, as this would increase
the appliance’s energy consumption.
Location
The appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
The room temperature should not go
above or below the climate range for
which the appliance is designed.
The higher the ambient temperature of
the room, the more energy the
appliance requires to operate.
It should not be installed where it is
exposed to direct sunlight or directly
adjacent to a heat-producing appliance
such as an oven or a radiator.
Climate range
The appliance is designed for use
within certain climate ranges (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
SN
N
ST
T
SN-ST
SN-T+10°C to +32°C
+16°C to +32°C
+18°C to +38°C
+18°C to +43°C
+10 °C to +38 °C
+10 °C to +43 °C
Operating in a room which is too cold
will cause the cooling system to switch
off for too long, causing the internal
temperature in the appliance to risewith the risk of food deteriorating and
going off.
Side-by-side installation
To avoid a build-up of condensation
and resultant damage, refrigerators and
freezers should not generally be
installed side-by-side next to another
refrigerator or freezer.
However, there are certain models with
insulated side wall heating which are
suitable for side-by-side installation with
this refrigerator.
Ask your dealer which models can
be combined with your refrigerator.
^Instructions on how to install the two
appliances side-by-side are given in
the instruction booklet supplied with
the matching  freezer or
fridge-freezer.
Ventilation
Air at the back of the appliance gets
warm. To ensure sufficient ventilation,
the ventilation gaps must not be
covered over. The air inlet and outlet
must not be covered or blocked in any
way. They should be dusted on a
regular basis.
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							Installation
^Remove any cable clips from the
back of the appliance.
^Check that all parts at the back of the
appliance are unhindered. Carefully
remove any hindrance.
^Carefully push the appliance into
position. The appliance can be
placed directly against a wall.
Aligning the appliance
^To align the appliance adjust the feet
using the spanner supplied.
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