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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