Miele KFN 12927 SD edt/cs, Operating And Installation Instructions

Page 1: ... fridge freezer with PerfectFresh zone and Dynamic cooling KFN 12927 SD edt cs To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time M Nr 09 435 600 en GB ...

Page 2: ...rfectFresh zone 22 Alarm 24 Temperature alarm 24 Door alarm 24 Super freeze 25 Storing food in the refrigerator section 26 Different storage zones 26 Food which is not suitable for storing in the refrigerator 27 When shopping for food 27 Storing food correctly 27 Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone 28 Dry compartment 29 Humidity controlled compartment 29 Humidity level not increased 29 Increased...

Page 3: ...ppliance doors side panels 39 Ventilation gaps 40 Door seal 40 Problem solving guide 41 Noises 44 After Sales Guarantee 45 Guarantee 45 Note for test institutes 46 Electrical connection 47 Installation 48 Location 48 Climate range 48 Ventilation 49 Installation 49 Aligning the appliance 50 Levelling the appliance door 50 Appliance dimensions 51 Changing the door hinging 52 Aligning the appliance d...

Page 4: ...ator section temperature selector button cRefrigerator section temperature display dFreezer section temperature display eFreezer section temperature selector button fSuper freeze button and indicator light gAlarm off button and indicator light hMaster switch for switching the whole appliance on and off Guide to the appliance 4 ...

Page 5: ...k fAdjustable shelf gBottle shelf hCondensate channel and drain hole iPerfectFresh zone dry compartment jControl for setting the moisture level in the humidity controlled compartments kPerfectFresh zone humidity controlled compartment lFreezer drawers number will depend on model Guide to the appliance 5 ...

Page 6: ...otentially hazardous to human health and to the environment They are however essential for the correct functioning of your appliance Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre or contact your dealer for advice Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal Take care no...

Page 7: ...ld liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user Correct application The 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 for domestic use only for cooling and storing f...

Page 8: ... it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences or incorrect operation Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation...

Page 9: ...t The use of this coolant 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 coolant flowing around the system This is unavoidable but does not have any adverse effect on the performance of the appliance Care must be taken during transportation and setting up of the appliance that no parts of the cooling...

Page 10: ...d if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions Before connecting the appliance check that the connection data on the data plate voltage and connected load match the mains electricity supply This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt Do not connect the appl...

Page 11: ...acturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work While the appliance is under guarantee repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during installation maintenance and repair work Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spa...

Page 12: ...torage times will depend on several factors including the freshness and quality of the food as well as the temperature at which it is stored Follow the instructions given on food manufacturer s packaging on storage conditions required as well as the use by date Do not use sharp edged objects to remove frost and ice separate food which has become frozen They will damage the evaporator causing irrev...

Page 13: ...air the efficiency of the appliance increase the electricity consumption and could cause damage to the appliance The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges ambient temperatures and should not be used outside this range The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature e g a garage w...

Page 14: ...ing their lives Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal e g by puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator bending any pipework scratching the surface coating Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions Warning and Safety instructions 14...

Page 15: ...ture is approx 20 C Where there is a high ambient room temperature Ventilation gaps uncovered and dusted regularly Ventilation gaps covered or dusty Compressor and metal grille heat exchanger dusted at least once a year Dust build up on the compressor and metal grille heat exchanger Temperature setting Refrigerator section 4 to 5 C With a higher setting the lower the temperature the higher the ene...

Page 16: ...ag with you when shopping and place food in the appliance as soon as possible Replace any food removed rapidly before it begins to thaw 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 covered or pa...

Page 17: ...ther by pressing the master switch on the right hand side of the control panel or by pressing the On Off button on the left hand side of the control panel Press the master switch on the right hand side of the control panel The temperature display for the refrigerator section will show the selected temperature setting The temperature display for the freezer and the alarm indicator light will flash ...

Page 18: ...re display for the refrigerator section goes out The refrigerator section is now switched off The temperature display for the freezer section will remain lit up To switch the refrigerator section on again Press the On Off button on the left hand side of the control panel again The refrigerator section temperature display will light up The refrigerator section will start cooling The interior light ...

Page 19: ...r the ambient temperature surrounding the appliance The appliance is designed for use in specific ambient temperatures climate ranges Do not use in ambient temperatures for which it is not designed in the refrigerator section We recommend a temperature of 5 C in the middle of the refrigerator The temperature in the PerfectFresh zone is controlled automatically and is maintained at 0 to 3 C We reco...

Page 20: ...rature increases each time you press the button When the highest setting is reached the temperature reverts to the lowest setting again The newly selected temperature will be adopted automatically after a short while The indicator for the temperature which has been set for the refrigeration section will light up The indictator for the temperature which has been set for the freezer section will fla...

Page 21: ...ezer section temperature display will also flash if the temperature in the freezer section is not within the possible temperature range which can be displayed the temperature in the freezer section has risen by several degrees indicating that the appliance is warming up too much The alarm off indicator will flash at the same time This loss of coldness is no cause for concern in the following circu...

Page 22: ...ish Any setting between 1 and 9 can be selected The lower the setting the lower the temperature will be in the PerfectFresh zone The default setting for the PerfectFresh zone is 5 If a setting of between 1 and 4 is selected the temperature can fall below 0 C and food could freeze A particular combination of LEDs lights up in the temperature display of the refrigerator section The correct temperatu...

Page 23: ...f the setting 9 is reached it starts again with 1 Press the Super freeze button to confirm a newly selected setting Press the right hand master switch to switch the whole appliance on or off or Wait for 5 minutes The newly selected value will be taken up automatically You have now left settings mode The refrigerator section temperature display shows the desired temperature and the Super freeze but...

Page 24: ...oad to re arrange or to take food out when freezing large amounts of food at once in the event of a power cut the appliance is faulty If the temperature inside the appliance is warmer than 18 C for a longer period of time check that the food has not started to thaw or defrost If it has check that it is still safe to eat and use it as quickly as possible Once the set temperature has been reached in...

Page 25: ... on 24 hours beforehand Press the Super freeze button until the light comes on The appliance will work at full power to lower the temperature in the appliance The temperature display and the alarm off indicator button will flash until the desired temperature is reached Switching off Super freeze The Super freeze function will switch off automatically after approx 65 hours The indicator light will ...

Page 26: ...food e g fish meat poultry sausage products ready meals dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream fresh dough cake mixtures pizza or quiche dough soft cheese and other dairy products pre packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it should be kept at a temperature of approx 4 C Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants e g spray ...

Page 27: ...actor in determining how long it stays fresh and how long it can be kept in the refrigerator Always observe the use by date and the recommended storage temperature Time out of the refrigerator e g during transportation should be kept to a minimum For example do not allow food to stay in a hot car for too long Tip Take a cool bag with you when shopping and on return place food into the appliance im...

Page 28: ... and so does not dry out as quickly This allows it to stay crisp and fresh for longer Remember that the fresher the food when placed in the appliance the longer it will stay fresh Take food out of the PrefectFresh zone approx 30 60 minutes before using it The aroma and taste do not fully develop until the food has reached room temperature The PerfectFresh zone is divided into two areas The tempera...

Page 29: ... which is used to adjust the relative humidity Slide the regulator to the or relative humidity setting Humidity level not increased At the setting the humidity controlled compartment becomes a dry compartment the regulator opens the vents in the compartment so that the humidity escapes see Dry compartment Increased humidity With regulator at the setting the humidity controlled compartment is suita...

Page 30: ...partment regulator humidity not increased or humidity increased Increased humidity in the humidity controlled compartment is achieved via the moisture present in the food being stored i e the more food stored in the compartment the higher the humidity It too much moisture has gathered on the floor of the compartment and the food has been affected dry the foor with a cloth and place a rack or simil...

Page 31: ...nt section can be pushed under the rear section Push the rear half of the glass shelf up slightly from below At the same time pull the front half of the glass shelf forwards slightly and then push it carefully under the rear half To move the split shelf Take both halves of the split glass shelf out fit the two brackets onto the supports on either side at the required height and push the glass shel...

Page 32: ... back in again to avoid injury or damage Carefully pull out the lid between the compartments slightly and lift it down and out To replace it insert the compartment lid from beneath into the holders and push it back into place To replace the compartment place it back on the fully extended runners a The front of the runners must be right up against the front of the compartment b Then push the compar...

Page 33: ...If food is frozen quickly the cells have less time to lose moisture so they shrink less As there is not so much moisture loss it is easier for the food to reabsorb it during the defrosting process and very little water collects around the defrosted food Storing frozen food When buying frozen food to store in your freezer compartment check that the packaging is not damaged the use by date the tempe...

Page 34: ...lets or rolled meat from freezing together in solid blocks when packed separate with a sheet of plastic freezer film Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before freezing Only season cooked food lightly before freezing but care should be taken as the taste of some spices alters when frozen Do not place hot foods or drinks in the freezer This causes already frozen food to thaw and increa...

Page 35: ...om of the drawers so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as possible Please note that when removing the drawers the lowest freezer drawer must always remain in the freezer When placing food on the glass cold plate make sure it does not obstruct the ventilation gaps at the back This is important for problem free operation and normal energy consumption Freezing the maximum amount see data...

Page 36: ...ing water or hot fat The cooking time is slightly less than that of fresh vegetables due to changes in the cell structure Never re freeze partially or fully defrosted food Consume defrosted food as soon as possible as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if left for too long Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked Ice cubes Fill the ice tray three quarters full with w...

Page 37: ... of the appliance Ensure that the condensate channel and drain hole are kept clean and are never blocked so that condensate can flow away without hindrance Freezer section This appliance is equipped with a Frost free system The freezer section defrosts automatically The moisture generated in the appliance collects on the condenser and is automatically defrosted and dissipated by the condenser from...

Page 38: ...acids or chlorides cleaning agents containing descaling agents abrasive cleaning agents e g powder cleaners and cream cleaners solvent based cleaning agents stainless steel cleaning agents dishwasher cleaner oven sprays glass cleaning agents hard abrasive sponges and brushes e g pot scourers melamine eraser blocks sharp metal scrapers Before cleaning Switch the appliance off Disconnect the applian...

Page 39: ...eaning in a dishwasher Clean the condensate channel and drain hole frequently so that condensate can drain away unhindered Use a straw or similar to clear the drain if necessary After cleaning wipe the interior and accessories with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth Leave the door open to air the appliance for a short while Appliance doors side panels Remove any soiling from the appliance door...

Page 40: ...ll increase the energy consumption of the appliance Make sure that the cable and other components do not get broken off bent or damaged in any way during cleaning Door seal Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time The door seal should be cleaned regularly with clean water and then wiped dry with a soft cloth After cleani...

Page 41: ...he door from opening Wait a few minutes and then try again It should now open without force the temperature in the refrigerator section or freezer section is too low Select a warmer temperature The Super freeze or Super cool function has not been switched off The respective indicator light is still on the appliance is switching in too frequently and for too long Check whether the ventilation gaps ...

Page 42: ...use of a power cut Press the alarm button whilst nA is lit up in the display The temperature display will show the warmest temperature recorded in the freezer section during the power cut Depending on the temperature displayed you should check the condition of food in the freezer If it has defrosted or started to defrost check that it is still safe to use and if so use it as quickly as possible De...

Page 43: ...o not remove the cover If the cover is damaged or needs to be removed due to damage exercise caution There are lasers in the lighting laser beam class 1M which you should avoid looking at directly Do not use optical instruments magnifying glass or similar to look at the lighting either the floor of the refrigerator is wet The drain hole is blocked Clean the condensate channel and drain hole If you...

Page 44: ... appliance expands Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the system is unavoidable Noises that you can easily rectify What causes them and what can you do about them Rattling vibrating The appliance is uneven Realign the appliance using a spirit level by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance The appliance is touching another appliance or pie...

Page 45: ...ppliance This information is given on the data plate inside the appliance N B A call out charge will be applied for service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in these instructions Guarantee For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele See back cover for contact details In the U K your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from ...

Page 46: ...the following manufacturer s instructions should be observed when preparing and carrying out tests Loading plans Instructions in the Operating and installation instructions The PerfectFresh compartment satisfies the requirements of a chill compartment to EN ISO 15502 Note for test institutes 46 ...

Page 47: ...er system When switching the appliance on a surge in power could trigger the safety cut out mechanism This could damage the electronic unit The appliance must not be used with so called energy saving devices These reduce the energy supply to the appliance which could then become too warm Using such devices could alter the specification of the product If the connection cable has to be replaced this...

Page 48: ...d behind the appliance The plug and cable must not touch the rear of the appliance as they could be damaged by vibrations from the appliance Do not plug in other appliances behind this appliance Important In environments with high humidity condensation can build up on the exterior of the appliance This can cause corrosion of the appliance walls For prevention it is advisable to install the applian...

Page 49: ...covered or blocked in any way They should be dusted on a regular basis Installation Remove the cable clip from the back of the appliance Check that all parts at the back of the appliance are unhindered Carefully remove any hindrance Carefully push the appliance into position with its back against the wall Installation 49 ...

Page 50: ...nce To align the appliance adjust the feet using the spanner supplied Levelling the appliance door Ensure that you unscrew adjusting foot a until it sits on the floor Then unscrew the foot by a further 90 Installation 50 ...

Page 51: ...Appliance dimensions A B C KFN 12927 SD edt cs 2011 mm 600 mm 630 mm Installation 51 ...

Page 52: ...eople are needed for changing the door hinging Removing the door handles Pull door handle a towards you Side section b slides back Pull side section b firmly back out of the guides on the mounting plate Loosen the 4 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 Changing the door hinging 52 ...

Page 53: ...and place it to one side Carefully ease off cover e from above using a screwdriver and then take it off together with retaining plate f Then separate retaining plate f from cover e by pushing it slightly to the left and then pulling the cover forwards and off Rotate retaining plate f by 180 Then fit cover e from the front over retaining plate f and slide it over to the right The writing must be vi...

Page 54: ...de Pull cover j off Unscrew hinge plate k rotate it by 180 and fit it on the opposite side Pull off plastic cap h turn it through 180 and fit it back on to hinge plate k Refit cover j on the opposite side Remove cap l from the bearing bush in the door and refit on the opposite side Using a screwdriver remove spring clamp m from underneath the door and fit it on the opposite side Changing the door ...

Page 55: ...ove cover g and fit it into the holes on the opposite side Screw hinge plate f into position on the opposite side using the two outer long slots only To make it possible to align the door later do not replace the centre screw at this stage Important Screw the adjustable foot c into hinge pin a as far as it will go Refit hinge pin a together with disc b and adjustable foot c Important The notch at ...

Page 56: ...inge pin i Close the upper door Fit hinge plate c onto the opposite side and secure it with screws d If necessary drill pilot holes for the screws or use a battery operated screwdriver Fit covers a and b to their opposite sides Align the door with the appliance housing using the long slots in the lower hinge plate Then tighten the screws Changing the door hinging 56 ...

Page 57: ...ounting plate c lines up correctly Then tighten all 4 screws b Slide the side section of handle d into the guides on the mounting plate until it clicks into place It is important to check that the side section of handle d does not come into contact with the door seal when opening the door as this would damage the door seal permanently If after you have refitted the handle you find that the side se...

Page 58: ... the lower hinge plate Remove centre screw a from the hinge plate Slightly loosen both outer screws b Align the door by sliding the hinge plate to the left or right Then tighten screws b again Screw a does not need to be used again To align the upper door use the long outer slots in the middle hinge plate Slightly loosen both screws c Align the door by sliding the hinge plate to the left or right ...

Page 59: ...resulting in an increase in electricity consumption The air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way They should be dusted on a regular basis When built into a kitchen run max depth 580 mm the appliance can be installed directly next to a kitchen furniture housing unit The appliance door will protrude in front of furniture fronts at the sides by 34 mm and by 55 mm in the middle o...

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