Miele KFN 12823 SD ed, Operating And Installation Instructions

Page 1: ...structions Fridge freezer combination To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential that you read these instructions before installing the appliance and using it for the first time M Nr 09 852 800 en CA ...

Page 2: ...ure 20 Audible alarm 22 Temperature alarm 22 Door alarm 22 Using SuperFreeze and DynaCool 23 SuperFreeze 23 DynaCool m 24 Using the refrigerator efficiently 25 Different storage zones 25 Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator 26 What to be aware of when shopping for food 27 Storing food correctly 27 Fruit and vegetables 27 High protein foods 27 Adjusting the interior fittings 28 Moving ...

Page 3: ...6 Door seal 36 Troubleshooting 37 Noises 40 Customer Service Warranty 41 Warranty period and conditions 41 Information for test institutes 42 Electrical connection 45 Installation information 47 Location 47 Climate class 48 Ventilation 48 Appliances with supplied wall spacers 48 Installing the appliance 49 Aligning the appliance 49 Supporting the appliance door 49 Appliance dimensions 50 Reversing...

Page 4: ...and indicator light cButton for setting the refrigerator temperature dRefrigerator temperature display eFreezer temperature display fButton for setting the freezer temperature gSuperFreeze button and indicator light hAlarm off button and indicator light iMaster button for switching the entire appliance on and off Guide to the machine 4 ...

Page 5: ... and cheese compartment cInterior lighting dAdjustable shelf eEgg tray fDoor shelf gBottle rack hCondensate channel and drain hole iFruit and vegetable drawers jBottle shelf kFreezer drawers Guide to the machine 5 ...

Page 6: ...t were essential for proper functioning and safe use Improperly disposing of these items in your household waste can be harmful to your health and the environment Therefore please do not dispose of your old appliance in your regular household waste Instead please dispose of your old appliance at your local community waste collection recycling centre Take care not to damage the pipework at the back...

Page 7: ...ompliance with these instructions Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the contents Pass them on to any future owner Intended use This appliance is intended for use in domestic households and similar working and residential environments It is not intended for outdoor use This appliance is intended to be used only for the cool storage of food and drink...

Page 8: ...use the appliance if they are supervised while doing so These persons may only use the appliance without supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe manner and if they are able to recognize and understand the potential risks of improper use Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised Children ages 8 a...

Page 9: ...e of this refrigerant has however led to a slight increase in the noise level of the appliance In addition to the noise of the compressor you might be able to hear the refrigerant flowing throughout the system Though this is unavoidable it does not have any adverse effect on the performance of the appliance Care must be taken during the transport and installation setup of the appliance so that no ...

Page 10: ...doubt consult a qualified electrician The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when it is properly grounded Compliance with this essential safety requirement is absolutely necessary If in any doubt please have the building s electrical system tested by a qualified electrician If the power cable is damaged it must be replaced by an authorized Miele technician in order to prote...

Page 11: ...ere applicable or The power cable has been disconnected from the electricity supply If the power cable has a plug pull on the plug to disconnect it from the electricity supply Do not pull on the cable Installation maintenance and repair work should only be performed by a Miele authorized service technician Installation maintenance and repair work by unqualified persons can cause considerable dange...

Page 12: ...e clear of obstruction If storing fatty or greasy foods in the appliance or the appliance door make sure that no oil or grease leaks onto the plastic parts of the appliance This can cause the plastic to crack and break Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants e g spray cans Flammable gas mixtures can be ignited by electrical components Danger of fire...

Page 13: ... or partially thawed food Defrosted food should be consumed as quickly as possible as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if left for too long Defrosted food may only be refrozen after it has been cooked Eating foods which have been stored for too long carries the risk of food poisoning Storage times will depend on several factors including the freshness and quality of the food as well as...

Page 14: ... become porous over time Do not use a steam cleaner to clean or defrost this appliance Steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit Do not use pointed or sharp edged objects to Remove frost or ice or Detach food items frozen to the walls This will damage the evaporator causing the appliance to no longer function properly Do not place electric heaters or candles in the applia...

Page 15: ...off the plug from the power cord and discard Cut off the power cord from the discarded appliance Dispose of separately from the appliance Ensure during and after disposal that the appliance isn t stored in the vicinity of gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids When disposing of the appliance ensure that the refrigeration circuit is not damaged to prevent uncontrolled escape of the refriger...

Page 16: ...approx 20 C 68 F At a high room temperature Keep ventilation openings clear and free of dust When ventilation openings are blocked and full of dust Dust the compressor and metal coils heat exchanger on the back of the appliance least once a year When dust has accumulated on the compressor and metal coils heat exchanger Temperature setting Refrigerator 4 to 5 C 39 to 41 F Freezer 18 C 0 F With a hi...

Page 17: ...od in the appliance as quickly as possible on your return home Replace items removed from the appliance as soon as possible before they become warm Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the appliance Hot food or food at room temperature raises the temperature inside the appliance The appliance works harder to cool down and the compressor runs for longer periods Store food c...

Page 18: ...oft cloth Switching on the appliance The refrigerator and freezer can be turned on simultaneously by pressing the master button on the right This is also possible with the On button on the left side Press the master button on the right The temperature display for the refrigerator shows the set temperature The temperature display for the freezer and the indicator light on the Alarm off button flash...

Page 19: ...ns illuminated Switching the refrigerator back on again Press the left On Off button again The temperature display for the refrigerator lights up The refrigerator starts to cool and the interior lighting comes on when the door is opened Switching off for longer periods of time If you intend to not use the appliance for a longer period of time e g while on vacation Switch the appliance off Unplug t...

Page 20: ...store frozen food for a long time a temperature of 18 C 0 F is required At this temperature the growth of microorganisms is generally halted As soon as the temperature rises above 10 C 14 F the microorganisms become active in the food again so that it cannot be kept as long For this reason partially defrosted or fully defrosted food must not be refrozen Food may be refrozen after it has been cooke...

Page 21: ...erature interval has been applied Temperature display The temperature display on the control panel always shows the desired temperature Possible setting values for the temperature The temperature can be selected within the following ranges From 1 C 34 F to 9 C 48 F in the refrigerator From 15 C 5 F to 32 C 26 F in the freezer The ambient room temperature and the installation location can affect th...

Page 22: ... while loading or removing a large amount of food If you are freezing fresh food If the temperature in the freezer remains above 18 C 0 F for a longer period of time check that the frozen food has not started to thaw If it has check that the food is safe to use and if it is then use it as soon as possible The correct temperature 22 ...

Page 23: ...e amounts of food at the same time After a lengthy power outage If the appliance is defective If the temperature in the freezer remains above 18 C 0 F for a longer period of time check that the frozen food has not started to thaw If it has check that the food is safe to use and if it is then use it as soon as possible Once the freezer has returned to the set temperature the audible alarm signal en...

Page 24: ...ezing the maximum load of food the SuperFreeze function should be switched on 24 hours ahead of time Press the SuperFreeze button until the indicator light comes on The temperature in the appliance now begins to fall since it is operating at maximum cooling capacity Switching off SuperFreeze The SuperFreeze function switches off automatically after approx 65 hours The appliance will once again ope...

Page 25: ... will be chilled to roughly the same extent The temperature can still be set as usual with the temperature control Dynamic Cooling should also be switched on when The room temperature is high above approx 30 C 86 F and The humidity in the room is high Switching on Dynamic Cooling Press the Dynamic Cooling button until the indicator light comes on Be sure that the fan slots in the back wall of the ...

Page 26: ...n storage area and the door Use this area for storing butter to maintain its spreadability and cheese to preserve its aroma Coldest area The coldest areas in the refrigerator are directly above the fruit and vegetable containers depending on model or the fruit and vegetable drawer depending on model and next to the back wall Use this for all delicate and highly perishable food such as Fish meat po...

Page 27: ... too closely together in the refrigerator Make sure that the fan at the back of the appliance is not covered This is important for the refrigerator s cooling performance Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator Some foods are not suitable for refrigeration at temperatures below 5 C 41 F due to their sensitivity to cold Depending on the type of food its appearance consistency flavour and o...

Page 28: ...ood should only be stored covered or packaged in the refrigerator This will prevent food smells from affecting other foods keep food from drying out and also stop any cross contamination of bacteria This is especially important when storing animal products The shelf life of food can be significantly increased by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene Fruit and ve...

Page 29: ...slid underneath the rear section Push the rear half of the glass shelf slightly upwards With the rear half pushed up lift the front half of the glass shelf slightly then slide it carefully underneath the rear half To move the glass shelf halves Remove both halves of the shelf Place the two support rails on the left and right support ribs at the desired height and Slide the glass shelves in one aft...

Page 30: ... In practical terms this means that the food loses a substantial amount of liquid which can be seen by the fact that a large pool of water collects around it If food is frozen quickly the cells have less time to lose moisture so they shrink less During the defrosting process the lower amount of moisture lost from the cells is more easily reabsorbed by the cells which means that the food only loses...

Page 31: ... cutlets etc from freezing together in solid blocks when packed separate with a sheet of plastic freezer wrap Do not season raw foods or blanched vegetables before freezing Cooked food can be lightly seasoned before freezing but care should be taken as the taste of some spices changes when the spices are frozen Placing hot foods or drinks in the freezer causes food that is already frozen to partia...

Page 32: ...rawer so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as possible When removing the freezer drawers please note The bottom drawer must always remain in the appliance When placing food on the glass plates make sure that you do not block the ventilation slots in the back wall of the appliance They are important for trouble free operation of the appliance and normal energy consumption Freezing the ...

Page 33: ...ly do not need to be thawed before cooking Simply place them in boiling water or braise in hot fat The cooking time is slightly less than that for fresh vegetables due to the altered cellular structure of frozen food Never refreeze partially or fully thawed food Thawed food may only be refrozen after it has been cooked Making ice cubes Fill the ice cube tray three quarters full with water and plac...

Page 34: ...The condensate passes through a channel and a drain duct and is then fed into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance Be sure to keep the condensate channel and drain duct clean and free of blockages so that the condensate can drain properly Freezer This freezer is equipped with a NoFrost system The freezer defrosts automatically The moisture generated in the appliance collects on the e...

Page 35: ...call To avoid damaging the surfaces of your appliance do not use any of the following when cleaning Cleaning products containing soda ammonia acid or chloride Lime scale removers Abrasive cleaners such as scouring powder scouring liquid or pumice stones Cleaners containing solvents Stainless steel cleaners Dishwasher cleaner Oven sprays Glass cleaners Hard scouring sponges or brushes such as pot s...

Page 36: ...hand these parts are not dishwasher safe Clean the condensate channel and drain duct frequently using a cotton swab or other similar object so that condensate can drain unhindered After cleaning wipe down the interior and accessories with a clean wet cloth then dry with a soft cloth Leave the doors open for a short while to air out the appliance Appliance doors side walls Remove any soiling on the...

Page 37: ...least once a year Dust accumulation causes the appliance to consume more energy When cleaning take care not to break off kink or otherwise damage any cords or other components Door seal Do not use any grease or oil on the door seals as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time The door seals should be cleaned regularly using clean water only and then wiped completely dry...

Page 38: ...t is on It will automatically switch off after approx 65 hours Check that the appliance doors are properly closed Did you freeze a large amount of food at the same time This makes the compressor run longer causing an automatic drop in temperature in the refrigerator the compressor turns on too often and for too long Check whether the ventilation openings are blocked or dusty Check whether the meta...

Page 39: ... the freezer remains constantly lit and the alarm signal stops the SuperFreeze indicator light and the temperature display are flashing simultaneously There is a fault Call the Customer Contact Centre the interior lighting of refrigerator no longer works properly Was the door left open for too long The lighting automatically switches off after approx 15 minutes if the door is left open If this is ...

Page 40: ...ndensate channel and drain hole If you are unable to resolve the situation using this information please call the Miele Customer Contact Centre To prevent an unnecessary decrease in temperature avoid opening the appliance doors until the problem has been resolved Troubleshooting 40 ...

Page 41: ...nd can be heard when materials expand inside the appliance Please keep in mind that a certain amount of noise is unavoidable from the compressor and the refrigerant air flows in the cooling system Noises that you can easily eliminate Cause Solution Rattling clanking The appliance is not level Realign the appliance using a level To do this raise or lower the screw feet underneath the appliance or r...

Page 42: ...ase have the model and serial number of your appliance ready when contacting Miele This information can be found on the data plate inside the appliance Warranty period and conditions This appliance comes with a two year manufacturer s warranty For more information on the manufacturer s warranty specific to your country please contact Miele The telephone number can be found at the back of this book...

Page 43: ...d regulations In addition the following information provided by the manufacturer must be observed when preparing and performing appliance tests Loading instructions Information contained in the Operating and installation instructions Information for test institutes 43 ...

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Page 45: ...ormation is subject to change Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification technical warranty information To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use 45 ...

Page 46: ...ding required This appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding polarized plug for your protection against possible shock hazards Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug Do not use a two prong grounding adapter Do not use extension cords or ungrounded two prong adapters Connect this appliance to a 110 120 VAC 60 Hz and 15 amp 20 amp for side by side circuit 20 amp for side by s...

Page 47: ...irectly behind this appliance Do not use an extension cord to connect the appliance to the power supply Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g they pose a danger of overheating Do not connect the appliance to stand alone inverters such as those used with an autonomous energy source e g solar power systems Otherwise when the appliance is switched on peak loads in ...

Page 48: ... oven or a radiator The higher the room temperature the longer the compressor runs increasing energy consumption by the appliance Install the appliance in a dry well ventilated room The following should also be taken into consideration The power outlet must not be located directly behind the appliance and must be easily accessible in an emergency The plug and power cable must not touch the back of...

Page 49: ...ngs in the appliance enclosure or in the built in structure clear of obstruction Air at the back of the appliance gets warm To ensure proper ventilation make sure that the ventilation openings are not covered or blocked in any way They should also be dusted on a regular basis Appliances with supplied wall spacers To achieve the indicated level of energy consumption you should use the wall spacers ...

Page 50: ...ired location Position the appliance so that the wall spacers if installed or the back of the appliance are against the wall Aligning the appliance Use the adjustable feet to align the appliance so that it is stable and level Supporting the appliance door Make sure that you continue to unscrew the adjustable foot a from the hinge plate until it rests on the floor Then turn the foot another 90 in t...

Page 51: ...iance dimensions A B C KFN 12823 SD edt cs 2 1817 mm 600 mm 630 mm Dimension without spacers When the supplied spacers are installed the depth of the appliance increases by 35 mm Installation information 51 ...

Page 52: ...the door hinging always enlist the help of another person Removing the door handles When you pull the door handle a the sidebar b slides back Remove the sidebar b from the guide by firmly pulling towards the appliance Now loosen the four screws TX15 in the mounting plate and remove the handle Remove the cover caps from the opposite side and fit them into the empty holes Reversing the door hinging ...

Page 53: ...emove Carefully lift the upper door off of the appliance and set it aside Using a screwdriver carefully loosen the cover e from above and remove it together with the retaining plate f Separate the retaining plate f from the cover e by sliding it slightly to the left and pulling the cover forwards Turn the retaining plate f 180 Fit cover e onto the front of the retaining plate f and slide the cover...

Page 54: ...ull off the cover j Unscrew the hinge plate k turn it 180 and screw it into place on the opposite side Pull off the plastic cap h turn it over and fit it back onto the hinge platek Attach the cover j on the opposite side Lift each of the plugs l out of the door bushings and reinsert them on the opposite side Using a screwdriver remove each of the spring clips m from the bottom of the door and fit ...

Page 55: ...fit it into the holes on the opposite side Screw the hinge plate f into place on the opposite side using only the outer slotted holes to do so Do not use the centre screw Only by keeping the centre hole free is it possible to align the door at a later point using the slotted holes Important Screw the adjustable foot c on the bearing pin a all the way in Return the entire bearing pin a including th...

Page 56: ...dle of the appliance Close the upper door Position the hinge plate c on the opposite side and affix it using the screws d You may have to pre punch the necessary screw holes or use a battery powered screwdriver Switch the positions of the covers a and b Align the door with the appliance housing using the slotted holes in the lower hinge plate Then firmly tighten the screws Reversing the door hingi...

Page 57: ...se Turn the two pre mounted set screws a with a hex key until the mounting platec is positioned at the correct angle Firmly tighten all 4 screws b From the appliance side slide the sidebar d into the guide on the mounting plate until it clicks into place Make sure that the sidebar d does not come into contact with the door seal when the door is opened Over time this will damage the seal If the sid...

Page 58: ...er hinge plate Remove the centre screw a on the hinge plate Slightly loosen the two outer screws b Align the door by sliding the hinge plate to the left or right Then firmly tighten the screws b Screw a does not need to be refastened Align the upper door using the slotted holes in the middle hinge plate Slightly loosen the two screws c Align the door by sliding the hinge plate to the left or right...

Page 59: ...unhindered Otherwise the compressor will have to work harder which increases energy consumption The ventilation openings must not be covered or blocked in any way They should also be dusted on a regular basis When built into an array featuring normed kitchen cabinets max depth of 580 mm the appliance can be installed directly next to the kitchen cabinet unit The appliance door will then protrude p...

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