Miele Kf 1901 Vi Operating And Installation Instructions

							Custom settings
In the custom settings mode you can
select and change functions. The
function possibilities are described in
the respective chapters of this manual.
Function Display text
Temperature unit
°C-°F
(see Setting the
temperature)
†
RemoteVision
Module settings
(optional accessory)
Button sound on/off
(see Settings)
No function^
To enter and exit the
Settings modec
Turning the button sound
On/Off
If you prefer the buttons to be silent
when touched, the button sound can be
turned off.
Touch the access button soit
turns yellow.
Touch the sensor button for the
refrigerator section so it turns yellow.
Note the position of thebutton, but
do not touch.
Touch the access button  again so
it turns white.
Only the access button  is visible.
Place one finger on the position of
thebutton and hold (thebutton
will not be visible).

While holding down thebutton,
press the access button  once.
Keep holding thebutton down until
the following appears in the display
(approx. 5 seconds).

Tap thebutton untilappears in
the display.

Touch the access button to
confirm.
Settings
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							By touching thebutton, you can
choose between:
0: Button sound is off
1: Button sound is on
– : Return to menu.
Touch the access button to
confirm the setting.
Tap thebutton until you seein
the display.
Touch the access button .
You have now left the Custom settings
mode.
When you are in the Custom settings
mode the door alarm is turned off
automatically. Once the door is
closed it is reactivated.
Turning off for longer periods
of time
If the appliance is not going to be used
for an extended time (for example,
during a vacation) some precautions
should be taken.
Shut off the water supply line,
(several hours before switching off
the appliance)
Take all food out of the appliance
Turn the appliance off at the main
switch
Unplug the appliance
Empty the ice cube container
Clean the interior
Remove and discard the water filter
(secure the filter cap)
Leave the doors open to prevent
odors
Settings
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							The appliance is equipped with an
alarm system, to ensure that the
temperature does not rise unnoticed
because of energy loss or open doors.
The alarm system is always
operational, it does not need to be
turned on.
Temperature alarm
If the temperature becomes too warm,
an alarm sounds, the alarm indicator
turns red and flashes. At the same time
the affected zone flashes in the display.
If the freezer zone is affected, the
temperature display shows the warmest
temperature reached during the alarm.
The alarm will sound and the display
will flash if:
– too much warm air flows into the
appliance, for example when food is
being loaded, re-arranged, or taken
out.
–
large amounts of food are being
frozen at once.
–
the power fails.Turning the temperature alarm Off
As soon as the alarm condition is
corrected, the alarm signal turns off
and the affected zone stops flashing in
the display. The alarm indicator goes
out.
To turn the alarm off early, press
the alarm sensor button.
The alarm signal turns off. The alarm
indicator remains red and the
corresponding appliance zone
continues to flash until the alarm
condition is corrected.
If the temperature in the freezer
zone reaches 0°F (-18°C) or higher,
check that food has not defrosted.
Door alarm
If one of the appliance doors is left
open for over 5 minutes, an alarm
signal will sound and the alarm
indicator will turn red.
Turning the door alarm Off
Once the door is closed the alarm turns
off and the alarm indicator goes out. If
the door has not been closed properly,
the alarm will sound again after five
minutes.

To turn the alarm off early, press
the alarm sensor button. The alarm
indicator and signal will turn off.
Temperature and door alarm
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							Setting the temperature in the
refrigerator and freezer
sections
The refrigerator and freezer sections
can be set independently of each other.
Touch the access button soit
turns yellow.
Touch the sensor button for the
refrigerator or freezer section so it
turns yellow.
Use theandbuttons next to the
temperature display to set the
temperature warmer or colder.
Tap theandsensor buttons to
raise/lower the temperature 1°, or hold
them down to move through the
temperature range more quickly.
The temperature display on the
control panel always shows the
desiredtemperature.
When you have adjusted the
temperature, wait for approx. 6 hours if
the appliance is not very full and for
approx. 24 hours if the appliance is full
before checking the temperature, as it
will take this long for the appliance to
reach the temperature. If, after this
time, the temperature is still too high or
too low, you will need to adjust it again.Temperature range
The temperature can be selected within
the following ranges:
–Refrigerator:
36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C)
A temperature of 37°F (4°C) in the
refrigerator section is recommended.
–Freezer:
7°F to -11°F (-14°C to -24°C).
To freeze fresh food and store frozen
food for an extended period of time, a
temperature of 0°F (-18°C) is
suggested.
The room temperature and the
installation location can affect the time it
takes for the appliance to get to the
desired temperature. If the room
temperature is too high, it may not be
possible for the appliance to reach the
lowest temperature.
Setting the temperature
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							Temperature unit
(Fahrenheit/Celsius)
The temperature can be displayed in
degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).
Touch the access button soit
turns yellow.
Touch the sensor button for the
refrigerator section so it turns yellow.
Note the position of thebutton, but
do not touch.
Touch the access button  again so
it turns white.
Only the access button  is visible.

Place one finger on the position of
thebutton and hold (thebutton
will not be visible).

While holding down thebutton,
press the access button  once.
Keep holding thebutton down until
the following appears in the display
(approx. 5 seconds).

Tap thebutton until†appears in
the display.

Touch the access button to
confirm.By touching thebutton you can
select either Fahrenheit or Celsius for
the temperature display.
†0: Fahrenheit
†1: Celsius
†–: return to menu
Touch the access button to
confirm the setting.
Tap thebutton until aappears in
the display.
Touch the access button .
You have left the Custom settings
mode.
When you are in the Custom settings
mode the door alarm is turned off
automatically. Once the door is
closed it is reactivated.
Setting the temperature
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							The SmartFresh drawers provide the
right combination of temperature and
humidity. The result is freshness up to
three times longer than in the other
zones of the refrigerator.
Storage temperatures
For fresh foods that are not adversely
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.
Humidity
The level of humidity in the SmartFresh
drawers is dependent on:
– the moisture content of the stored
food, and
– the quantity of food stored.
The closer the humidity in the appliance
matches the moisture content of the
food, the more moisture the food will
retain, and the fresher and crisper it will
stay over a longer period of time.
Using the SmartFresh drawers
Use the sensor button to select the
desired drawer.
The selected sensor button turns
yellow, and the sensor buttons for the
food choices appear.
The most recently selected food type(s)
appear yellow.
Use the sensor buttons to select the
desired food type(s), so they appear
yellow.
– Several food types can be selected
at the same time.
– To delete a food type, simply press it
again.
–
Depending on the food types
selected, the optimal humidity is
determined for the crispers.
–
The deli and dairy settings are the
most energy efficient.

Touch the access button to
confirm the settings.

Place the food in the drawer.
SmartFresh drawers
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							For optimal storage conditions, it is
always best to store similar foods
together in one crisper.
Foods that are best stored under dry
conditions
–fresh fish and shellfish, meats,
poultry, sausage, dairy products and
deli salads.
Foods that are best stored under
moist conditions
–fresh produce, e.g., vegetables,
lettuce, herbs, mushrooms,
cabbage, fruit.
Remember that higher moisture levels
can only be attained when the food is
storedunpacked so air can circulate
freely.
SmartFresh drawers
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							Different storage zones
Due to the natural circulation of air in
the appliance, there are different
temperature zones in the refrigerator.
Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest
section of the appliance. Make use of
these different zones when placing
food in the appliance.
This appliance uses a dynamic
cooling feature to establish a
constant temperature during
cooling. As a result, the differences
between temperature zones are less
pronounced.
Leave some space between items, so
air can circulate freely around them.
Make sure the ventilation slits are not
covered - this is important for the
cooling performance.
Warmest area
The warmest area is in the top section
of the door (storage shelf). Use this
area to store items such as butter and
cheese.
Coldest area
The coldest area in the refrigerator is
directly above the SmartFresh drawers.
The temperature in the drawers
themselves is even colder.
Use these cold areas in the refrigerator
for all highly perishable foods, such as:
–
fish, meat, poultry,
–
deli meats, store-bought meals,
–
dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream,–fresh bread dough, pastry dough,
cake batters,
–dairy products.
Do not store explosive materials in
the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans). Danger of explosion.
If storing high-proof alcohol, make
sure it is tightly closed and stored
upright.
Do not store cooking oil in the
refrigerator door. Traces of oil can
cause stress cracks to occur in the
plastic components in the door.
Do not allow food to touch the rear
wall of the appliance, it may freeze
to the wall.
To allow air to circulate efficiently,
do not pack food too closely
together in the refrigerator. Do not
cover the fan in the rear wall of the
refrigerator, as this is essential for
keeping the appliance cool.
Using the refrigerator efficiently
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							Freezing food
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible. This helps maintain the
nutritional value, vitamin content,
appearance and taste of the food.
Never refreeze partially or fully
defrosted food. Consume defrosted
food as soon as possible, it will lose its
nutritional value and spoil if left for too
long. Do not refreeze defrosted food
unless it has been cooked.
Before placing food in the freezer
When you are planning to freeze
large amounts of food (more than
4 ½ lbs [2 kg]), switch on the
SuperCool function ahead of time
(see SuperCool).
This will provide the food already in
the freezer with a protective boost of
cold air.Placing food in the freezer
Food to be frozen can be placed
anywhere in the freezer section.
Use the large freezer basket for large
quantities of food.
Load bearing capacity of the baskets:
Small
basketLarge
basket
KF 18X Vi/SF30 lbs
(14 kg)72 lbs
(33 kg)
KF 19X Vi/SF41 lbs
(19 kg)94 lbs
(43 kg)
Spread the food to be frozen across
the bottom of the freezer basket or
across the shelves, so that it will
freeze through to the core as quickly
as possible.
When placing items in the freezer,
make sure the packaging and
containers are dry, to keep them from
sticking together when frozen.
When freezing, make sure that
already frozen food does not come
into contact with fresh food being
frozen, this could cause the frozen
food to defrost.
Using the freezer efficiently
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							Defrosting
Frozen food can be defrosted in
different ways:
–in a microwave oven,
–at room temperature,
–in the refrigerator (the cold given off
by the frozen food helps to keep the
other food cold),
–in a steam oven.
PoultryIt is especially important to
observe proper hygiene when
defrosting poultry. Never save the liquid
from defrosted poultry. Drain it away
and promptly wash the container, the
sink and your hands. Danger of
salmonella poisoning.
Fruitshould be defrosted at room
temperature in its packaging, or in a
covered bowl.
Most vegetablescan be cooked while
still frozen. Simply place directly into
boiling water or hot oil.
Cooling drinks quickly
To cool drinks quickly, switch on the
SuperCool function. See SuperCool for
more information.
Do not leave bottles in the freezer for
more than1 hour, closed containers
could burst.
Using the freezer efficiently
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