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Operating and Installation Instructions Refrigerator K 1801 Vi, K 1811 Vi K 1901 Vi, K 1911 Vi To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use. en - US, CA M.-Nr. 09 169 670 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 2
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Guide to the refrigerator 7 Before use 9 Turning the appliance On/Off 9 light bulb 28 Frequently asked questions 30 After sales service 33 Caring for the environment 36 Installation 37 Installation site 37 Stainless steel panels 39 Custom door - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 3
the door opening angle (optional accessory 41 Dimensions 42 Niche dimensions 43 Installing the appliance 45 Before you begin 45 RemoteVision module installation 47 Preparing the installation niche 48 Sliding the appliance into the installation space 52 Aligning the appliance 53 Attaching - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 4
instructions before installation and use to prevent accidents and machine damage. This appliance is intended for residential use only. Use only as described in this Operating manual a qualified electrician if in doubt. ~ Before installation or service, disconnect the power supply to the work area - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 5
the appliance is completely installed and secured per the installation instructions. ~ This appliance must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation instructions. ~ Installation and repair work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician. Work by unqualified - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 6
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 CFC refrigerant is removed and disposed of by a qualified technician. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 7
Guide to the refrigerator a Hinged door shelf b Shelves (height adjustable) c Door shelves (height adjustable) d Deli drawer e Control panel f Main switch g Humidity filters h SmartFresh drawers 7 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 8
Guide to the refrigerator Control panel a Access button "p" activates the control panel b Refrigerator c Upper SmartFresh drawer d Lower SmartFresh drawer e Temperature display X colder; Y warmer Allows you to set the desired temperature in the refrigerator f Food type(s) to be stored in the - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 9
Before use Before using for the first time ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with a mild solution of warm water and liquid dish soap. Dry with a soft cloth. Turning the appliance On/Off ^ Open the appliance door. If the appliance was transported or laid horizontally for any - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 10
button will appear yellow. - select settings for the SmartFresh drawers by food type. For additional information, see the corresponding sections in the manual. ^ Touch the access button "p" so it turns yellow. On the control panel you will now see the sensor buttons for the three appliance - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 11
The function possibilities are described in the respective chapters of this manual. Turning the button sound On/Off If you prefer the Touch the access button "p" so it turns yellow. ^ Touch the sensor button for the refrigerator so it turns yellow. ^ Note the position of the X button, but do not - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 12
Settings ^ By touching the X button, you can choose between: = 0 : Button sound is off = 1 : Button sound is on = - : Return to menu. ^ Touch the access button "p" to confirm the setting. ^ Tap the X button until you see ; in the display. ^ Touch the access button "p". You have now left the Custom - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 13
Temperature and door alarm The appliance is equipped with an alarm system, to ensure that the temperature does not rise unnoticed because of energy loss or an open door. The alarm system is always operational, it does not need to be switched on. Turning the temperature alarm Off As soon as the - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 14
. Temperature range The temperature can be selected within the following ranges: - Refrigerator : 35 to 46° F (2°C to 8°C) A temperature of 37°F (4°C) in the refrigerator section is recommended. The room temperature and the installation location can affect the time it takes for the appliance to get - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 15
until the following appears in the display (approx. 5 seconds). ^ Touch the access button "p" so it turns yellow. ^ Touch the sensor button for the refrigerator section so it turns yellow. ^ Note the position of the X button, but do not touch. ^ Touch the access button "p" again so it turns white - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 16
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 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 17
Tips for storing food in the SmartFresh drawers For optimal storage conditions, it is always best to store similar foods together in one drawer. The upper SmartFresh drawer is the best place to store moisture sensitive foods. Be sure the drawers are clean and dry before placing food in them. Foods - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 18
for the cooling performance. Coldest area The coldest area in the refrigerator is directly above the SmartFresh drawers. The temperature in the drawers items such as butter and cheese. Do not store cooking oil in the refrigerator door. Traces of oil can cause stress cracks to occur in the plastic - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 19
zone, the new temperature setting appears, 35°F (2°C). The temperature in the appliance now begins to fall, with maximum cooling in the refrigerator zone. ^ Touch the SuperCool sensor button so that it turns white. The temperature display for the zone selected returns to the original temperature - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 20
and SmartFresh drawers The refrigerator and SmartFresh drawers defrost automatically. 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 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 21
drawer. ^ On both sides of the drawer, pull the latches (see arrow) upward and lift the drawer out of the refrigerator. Push the tracks back into the refrigerator to avoid injury. Replacing the drawer ^ Completely extend the telescopic tracks. ^ Lay the drawer onto the tracks so that it connects - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 22
, 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 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 23
Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelves For easier loading, unloading, and cleaning, the door shelves can be shifted or completely removed. ^ 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 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 24
. Remove the cleaner promptly. The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed. It contains information which is required in the event of a service call. 24 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 25
Cleaning and care Before cleaning Aluminum frames The shelf frames are made of aluminum. ^ Clean the frames with a mild solution of warm water and liquid dish soap. ^ Use the main switch to turn the appliance off completely. The main switch is located on the right-side underneath the control - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 26
Cleaning and care Humidity filters The two humidity filters, located above the SmartFresh drawers, must be removed for cleaning. ^ Remove the SmartFresh drawer. ^ Unhook the filter cover a in each side of the drawer and remove them along with the filters downwards starting from b. ^ Remove the - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 27
. This may cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous over time. After cleaning ^ Return all shelves and accessories. ^ Place food back in the refrigerator and drawers. ^ Close the appliance door. ^ Insert the plug in the socket and switch the appliance on. ^ Clean the door seals with water - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 28
Cleaning and care Changing the light bulb 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 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 29
Side lighting Cleaning and care ^ Turn the light cover counterclockwise and pull out. Never touch a halogen bulb with bare fingers. When inserting a glass halogen bulb, always hold with a soft cloth. ^ Pull the defective light bulb from the socket. ^ Place the new bulb in the socket. Halogen bulb - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 30
questions With the aid of the following guide minor problems can be corrected without a service call. Repairs should only be carried Miele or a qualified electrician. The temperature is set Check the display. incorrectly. Issue Possible fault Solution The temperature in the refrigerator is - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 31
with a vacuum or brush. The door has been opened too frequently, or a large amount of fresh food has been put in at once. Once the fridge gets down to the set temperature the compressor will turn off. The door is not closed. Check that the door has been closed properly. Issue - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 32
Frequently asked questions The appliance is making noises. Issue Possible fault Solution Brrrrr... Blubb, blubb... Humming noise made by the compressor. This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on. A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 33
by 5 years of worry-free ownership. MieleCare is the only Extended Service 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 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 34
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Installation instructions Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification, technical & warranty information. To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use. - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 36
these materials. Before discarding an old appliance, disconnect it from the electrical supply and cut off the power cord to prevent it from becoming a hazard. 36 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 37
is completely installed and secured as per the installation instructions. Do not install the appliance: installation location should not be exposed to direct sunlight, nor near a heat source, such as an oven, radiator, etc. Empty weight of your machine: K 18x1 Vi 419 lbs (189 kg) K 19x1 Vi - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 38
wall by suitable means. Installation niche 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". The side walls of the installation cavity must be plumb. The - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 39
must not exceed the following: K 18x1 Vi 110 lbs (50 kg) This appliance can be installed "side-by-side" with another fridge/freezer using a "Merging Kit". The "Merging Kit" is available from Miele. Contact Miele or your dealer for specific information about which combinations will work with your - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 40
in the cavity. The dimensions of the side panel are taken from the opposite wall of the installation space. During installation, ensure that the Kit" will also be needed. The "Merging Kit" is available from Miele. Installation with partition without using the "Merging Kit" If there is a partition - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 41
the door opening angle to 90°. ^ Open the door. Installation Front panel gap kit (optional accessory) ^ Insert the banking pin on the rear, 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 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 42
. 1 1/2" (38 mm) Door front max. 1 1/2" (38 mm) C Door handle* Door handle* Door dimensions (open min. 115°C) *The dimensions of the door fronts and handles will vary according to each individual kitchen. K 18X1 Vi K 19X1 Vi A B 32 5/8" (829 mm) Door front max. 1 1/2" (38 mm) 38 11/16" (982 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 43
Niche dimensions Dimensions K 18X1 Vi K 19X1 Vi Niche width (A) 30" (762 mm) 36" (915 mm) 43 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 44
Dimensions Power supply 1. Power supply K 18X1 Vi A 15" (381 mm) K 19X1 Vi 18" (458 mm) Door front dimensions K 18X1 Vi K 19X1 Vi A 79 1/8" (2029 mm) 79 1/8" (2029 mm) B 29 3/4" (756 mm) 35 3/4" (908 mm) 4" - 5 3/16" (102 - 132 mm) 44 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 45
of injury or damage to the product, two people should be used for installation. 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 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 46
installation niche To ensure a safe, trouble-free installation and the best possible cosmetic result, check to be sure that the installation space complies with the installation 3/4" 19 mm). ^ Check the base (see "Installation"). ^ Check the dimensions of the cavity. ^ Check that the cavity is - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 47
. ^ Do not remove the installation supports from the appliance door. They will be used later in the installation niche. There are transportation safety devices performing installation, maintenance or service work. Install the RemoteVision module before placing the appliance in its installation niche - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 48
. 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. ^ Pull the antenna d straight out. ^ Guide the cover b over the antenna d and screw on the cover. ^ Angle the antenna - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 49
brackets b so the appliance can be securely attached to the base or wall. The length of the wooden beam a should be the width of the installation space. If the anti-tip brackets cannot be attached securely with the screws supplied, an alternative anti-tip device can be used. Assure that there - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 50
Installing the appliance In a cabinet with a back wall ^ Drill pilot holes: - 1/8" (3 mm) for the 5 x 60 mm wood screws - 1/16" (2 mm) for the 4 x 15 mm wood screws. ^ - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 51
device. If possible, always screw the wooden beam to existing studs. - The beam must cover the appliance by at least 2" (50.8 mm). ^ Mark the installation height (lower edge of the beam) on the rear wall of the niche. ^ Select screws according to the thickness of the wooden beam. Example: 3 ½" (89 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 52
the appliance Sliding the appliance into the installation space If a side-by-side installation is desired, connect the two appliances together. See the Installation Manual included with the "Merging Kit". ^ Plug the appliance into the power outlet b. The plug of the appliance should be easily - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 53
the height-adjustable feet until the mark on the base has reached the indicated guide dimension 1 1/4" (32 mm). The guide dimension of 1 1/4" (32 mm) is related to a niche height of 84" (2134 mm). The installation aids e on the appliance door have been designed for custom door thicknesses of - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 54
the overhead furniture/fixtures. If there is no way to attach the top of the appliance, it can be attached to the sides of the installation niche. If there is a fairly large gap above the appliance, cut a wooden beam to fit exactly and place it in the gap. ^ If necessary, shorten - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 55
left-side appliance. ^ Place the second filler strip on the peg and press both filler strips together. ^ Insert both filler strips into the installation space above the appliance, until they click into place. ^ Screw the attachment plate lugs m to the adjacent furniture/fixtures. With side-by-side - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 56
the appliance Preparing the custom door ^ Open the appliance door. ^ 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. ^ Set aside the screws and side - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 57
Installing the appliance ^ 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 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 58
Installing the appliance Attaching and aligning the custom door front ^ Align the custom door height with the threaded bolts p. ^ Now tighten the nuts q on top. This - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 59
Attaching the fixing brackets (Only for appliances using the "Front panel gap kit".) Installing the appliance Attaching the covers The fixing brackets are used to secure the custom door front to the bottom of the appliance door. ^ Open the - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 60
Installing the appliance Attaching the toe-kick cover The maximum height of the toe-kick cover is 4" (101 mm) from the top of the floor. Do - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 61
Installing the appliance ^ Remove the foil from the adhesive strips. ^ Attach the toe-kick cover to the plinth. Mounting the air separator The air separator keeps - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 62
Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Improper checked by a qualified electrician or service technician. Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified Miele Technical Service. U1-800-999-1360 V1-800-565-6435 62 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 63
access to your appliance to fix the problem. For information on set-up and installation of the RemoteVision module see the "Installation" section of this manual. Be sure your wireless system meets the following requirements - A wireless router that supports an IEEE 802.11b protocol - Windows XP - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 64
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. ^ Press and hold the access button "p" for 2 seconds to confirm the change. ^ To return to the main menu, tap the X button until - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 65
RemoteVision (optional accessory) MasterCool control panel options for RemoteVision Status indicators Description of function Flashing ; ~ Module booting phase Flashing ; ‡ Not connected Note: If you cannot select any option (other than ; - "Back", the module has not been installed correctly. 65 - Miele K 1801 Vi | Operating and Installation manual - Page 66
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Operating and Installation
Instructions
Refrigerator
K 1801 Vi, K 1811 Vi
K 1901 Vi, K 1911 Vi
To prevent accidents
and appliance damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use.
M.-Nr. 09 169 670
en - US, CA