User manual MIELE K1911VI 36 REFRIGERATOR OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

[. . . ] 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. 60 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before installation and use to prevent accidents and machine damage. Electrical Safety ~ Before installation, make sure that the voltage and frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the household electrical supply. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt. This appliance is intended for residential use only. Improper use of the appliance can lead to personal injury and material damage. [. . . ] On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance. Realign the appliance using a level, by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance. The noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the system is unavoidable. Blubb, blubb. . . . Click. . . . Sssrrrrr. . . . Rattling, vibrating The appliance is touching Move it away. The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of the appliance. Separate them. Remove the clips. 31 After sales service In the event of a fault which you cannot easily fix yourself, please contact the Miele Technical Service Department at the address on the back of this booklet. When contacting the Technical Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance given on the data plate inside the appliance. MieleCare (USA only) MieleCare, our Extended Service Contract program; gives you the assurance of knowing that your appliance investment is covered 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 longevity of your Miele appliance. Please note that unless expressly approved in writing by the Miele Service department, Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele. Our goal is to prevent unauthorized (and untrained) service personnel from working on your Miele products, possibly doing further damage to them, you and/or your home. To learn more about MieleCare Extended Service Contracts, please contact your appliance dealer or visit us online at: http://miele. com/mielecare 32 Installation instructions To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use. Caring for the environment Disposal of packing materials The cardboard box and packing materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. , are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation! Disposal of an old appliance Old appliances contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact your local recycling center about the possibility of recycling 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. 34 Installation Installation site Have the appliance installed by a qualified technician, according to the enclosed installation instructions. Do not install the appliance: - outdoors - in an environment with dripping water - in rooms that are at risk of frost. The installation location should not be exposed to direct sunlight, nor near a heat source, such as an oven, radiator, etc. The ambient temperature should not drop below 55°F (13°C) or rise above 110°F (43°C), otherwise malfunctions may occur. If installation next to a heat source is unavoidable, use a suitable insulating plate or observe the following minimum distances from the heat source: ­ 1 1/4" (3 cm) from an electric cooktop or oven. ­ 12" (30 cm) from a gas cooktop or oven. , WARNING This appliance is top-heavy and must be secured to prevent it from tipping forward. Keep the door closed until the appliance is completely installed and secured as per the installation instructions. 452 lbs (205 kg) 35 Installation Base A fully loaded appliance is very heavy. [. . . ] U1-800-999-1360 V1-800-565-6435 The appliance is supplied with a UL-listed, 3-wire power cord and NEMA 5-15 P plug ready for connection to a 120 V, 60 Hz supply. In the case of side-by-side installations, a separate outlet must be used for each appliance. Ideally, the power outlet should be next to the appliance and easily accessible. Do not connect the appliance to the power supply by an extension cord. [. . . ]