Miele Contamination / New Appliance Odor

Chemical or solvent-like odor inside the cabinet that does not dissipate.

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Possible Causes

Residual manufacturing oils or plastics, Spilled wine or cleaning chemicals, Contaminated active charcoal filter

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Use only non-flammable, food-safe cleaners inside the cabinet.

  • 1. Initial cleaning:
    • Remove all bottles and shelves.
    • Clean interior surfaces with a mild baking soda solution and dry thoroughly.
  • 2. Ventilation:
    • Leave the door open for several hours with the unit unplugged to air out.
  • 3. Replace charcoal filter:
    • Install a new Miele active charcoal filter to absorb odors.
  • 4. Avoid harsh chemicals:
    • Do not use solvents or strong detergents inside the cabinet.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Active Charcoal Filter
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