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    Operating and Installation Instructions Wine Storage Unit KWT 1601 Vi KWT 1611 Vi To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 175 280 en - US, CA[...]

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    Installation instructions To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use.[...]

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    Disposal of packing materials The cardboard box and packing materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Please recycle. 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 recycle[...]

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    , In areas with a tropical climate (over 100°F/38°C and more than 70% air humidity) the wine cooler must only be operated in air conditioned locations. Otherwise the function of the machine cannot be guaranteed. Have the appliance installed by a qualified technician, according to the enclosed installation instructions. The manufacturer is not lia[...]

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    Base A fully loaded appliance is very heavy. The load-bearing capacity of your floor must meet the following requirements: KWT 16x1 Vi ........8 0 5l b s (365 kg) To ensure that the appliance is installed securely and functions properly, the base must be flat, level and made of a hard, rigid material. If in doubt, contact Miele. Furniture/fixtures [...]

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    Installation options There are many different installation options. You are limited only by the design of the kitchen. The door hinge cannot be exchanged. Single column The appliance can be installed at any preferred location in the kitchen. However, be sure the door will open and close properly in the chosen location. Side-by-side This appliance c[...]

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    . . . with partition The minimum thickness of the partition is 5 / 8 " (16 mm). If there is a partition between the adjacent appliances, then each appliance is to be individually installed within its own niche. A heating mat must only be installed if the partition wall is less than 6" (160 mm) wide. For instructions on how to install the [...]

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    Door dimensions (open min. 90°) A KWT 16x1 Vi 26 5/8" (677 mm) A KWT 16x1 Vi 12" (305 mm) 1. Power supply Dimensions 39[...]

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    Niche dimensions Dimensions 40[...]

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    Dimensions 41[...]

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    Before you begin Read these instructions completely and carefully. Have the appliance installed by a qualified technician, according to the enclosed installation instructions. To reduce the risk of injury or damage to the product, two people should be used for installation. These installation instructions are intended for use by qualified installer[...]

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    Check the 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 requirements. ^ Check the base (see "Installation"). ^ Check the dimensions of the cavity. ^ Check that the cavity is square. ^ Check the location of th[...]

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    ^ Loosen the bracket that holds the appliance to the pallet. , Caution! The appliance is no longer secured and may be unstable. ^ From the rear of the appliance carefully lift it from the pallet. Once the appliance is on the ground it can be rolled around. RemoteVision module installation Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply when p[...]

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    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 d so that it faces to the right or left. ^ If necessary, di[...]

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    ^ Choose the desired switching contact and connect according to alarm system requirements. Output of the Home Security System on the electronic board: NC: normally closed Com: common NO: normally open Switching capacity: 120 V/250mA 30 V/1A ^ Continue with the appliance installation. Preparing the installation niche Keep the appliance doors closed [...]

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    Anti-tip-brackets The anti-tip brackets help keep the appliance safely secured to the installation niche to prevent tipping. Two anti-tip brackets are recommended for each appliance or appliance combination (side-by-side). The distance " D " between the anti-tip brackets b is the width of the appliance. ^ Position the anti-tip brackets b [...]

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    Securing an alternative anti-tip device If the anti-tip brackets cannot be attached securely, an alternative anti-tip device can be used. Ensure that there is no "give" between the appliance and the anti-tip device. If possible, always screw the wooden beam to existing studs. ^ Cut a wooden beam (cross section min. 3" x 4" [75 c[...]

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    Sliding the appliance into the installation niche ^ Unscrew the plinth. ^ To protect the corners of the installation space, attach the supplied edge protector a on both sides with adhesive tape. ^ Plug the appliance into the power outlet b . In the case of side-by-side installations, a separate outlet must be used for each appliance. ^ To prevent t[...]

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    Aligning the appliance ^ Align the appliance with the custom front. The installation aids e have been designed for the following total thickness of custom doors: – 3/4" (19 mm) – 1 1/2" (38 mm). Be sure to take into account the possible differing thicknesses of the custom doors that are to be fitted subsequently. The height-adjustable[...]

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    Note: – Do not twist or jam the appliance inside the niche. When unscrewing the height-adjustable feet, proceed gradually, alternating between left and right. – The adjustment of the rear feet is aided if the appliance is lifted at the rear (tipped forward slightly). – If using a wooden beam as an alternative anti-tip device, rotate the appli[...]

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    For a side-by-side combination the filler strips from both appliances are put together to form one long filler strip: ^ Take the peg from the "side-by-side merging kit" and insert it halfway into the filler strip rail on the left-side appliance. ^ Place the second filler strip on the peg and press both filler strips together. ^ Insert bot[...]

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    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 strips o - you will need them again later. ^ Take off the light switch cover. ^ Close the appliance door. ^ Measure[...]

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    ^ 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 mounting frame from the appliance door and position it according to the markings on the custom door. ^ Pre-drill the holes. ^ Tightly screw on the bracket using the pre-drilled holes: Attach the bracket to each attachm[...]

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    ^ Adjust the custom door to adjacent furniture/fixtures. ^ Align the custom door with the double-threaded bolts. ^ Tighten the nuts on the adjusting rail. This will correct the side alignment of the door. ^ Put the side strips o back into place and screw them completely down on both sides of the appliance door. ^ Align the custom door again as need[...]

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    ^ Insert the cover strip into the space between the appliance and the side panel. For side-by-side combinations, the cover strips (on both sides of the appliance) are applied to the outermost spaces only. ^ Attach the light switch cover. Attaching the toe kick panel The maximum height of the toe kick panel is 4" (102 mm) from the top of the fl[...]

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    Attaching the cover strips If the frame width is narrow, the cover strip side piece may need to be shortened. To determine the required length of the side piece, one test piece is enclosed with the cover strip. ^ Cut the cover strips (long for the sides of the door) to the required length X . ^ Push the cover strips on the into the gap between the [...]

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    Mounting the air separator The air separator keeps the supply and exhaust air separate. This prevents warm exhaust air from flowing into the machine, optimizing the energy performance of the unit. ^ If necessary, shorten the three parts of the air separator. ^ Insert the foam pieces back into the sides. ^ Position the air separator in the center of[...]

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    , Avoid the risk of electrical shock - Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. - Do not move the ground plug. - Do not use an adapter. - Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor may result in electric shock. If you are in [...]

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    Alteration rights reserved / 3408 For the most updated manual see the Miele web site. M.-Nr. 07 175 280 / 01 M.-Nr. 07 175 280 / 01[...]