Miele KWFN 8705 SE ed, Operating And Installation Instruction

Page 1: ...t free freezer with wine cooler and ice cube maker KWFN 8705 SE ed To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these operating instructions before it is installed or used for the first time G M Nr 06 224 110 ...

Page 2: ...rly 16 Using the wine cooler 17 The correct temperature 17 Setting the temperature in the wine cooler 17 Temperature range 17 Dynamic cooling m 18 Switching on Dynamic cooling 18 Switching off Dynamic cooling 18 Storing wine bottles 20 Wooden shelf fronts 20 Descriptive labels 20 Using the freezer section 21 The correct temperature 21 Setting the temperature in the freezer section 21 Temperature r...

Page 3: ...or and accessories 31 Cleaning the ice cube tray 31 Ventilation gaps 32 Door seals 32 Metal grille at the back of the appliance 33 Active charcoal filter 33 Problem solving guide 34 Noises 37 Service Department 38 Mains water connection 39 Notes on connecting to the mains water supply 39 Connection to the water inlet 40 Electrical connection 41 Electrical connection U K 41 Installation 43 Location...

Page 4: ...lder dDynamic cooling constant humidity button and indicator light eSafety lock indicator light fFreezer section On Off button gFreezer section temperature display hFreezer section temperature selector buttons left hand button warmer right hand button colder iSuper freeze button and indicator light jAlarm off button Description of the appliance 4 ...

Page 5: ... descriptive labels bActive charcoal filter cCondensate channel and drain hole dIce cube drawer with automatic ice cube maker eFreezer drawers with freezer calendar fMarker system for frozen food Description of the appliance 5 ...

Page 6: ...ance Old appliances contain materials which can be reclaimed or recycled Please contact your dealer your local waste collection centre or scrap merchant about potential recycling schemes Take care not to damage the pipework at the back of the appliance before or during transportation to an authorised collection depot In this way refrigerant in the pipework and oil in the compressor will be contain...

Page 7: ... the coolant Isobutane R600a a natural gas which is environmentally friendly Although it is flammable it does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the greenhouse effect The use of this environmentally friendly 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 t...

Page 8: ...if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer Installation work maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by suitably qualified and competent persons to ensure safety Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and the manufacturer will not be held liable The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage due to a faulty co...

Page 9: ...explode Danger of injury and damage to the appliance When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour otherwise they could burst Danger of injury and damage to the appliance Observe the use by dates given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning Storage times will depend on several factors including the freshness and quality of the food as well...

Page 10: ...estation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surrounding in a clean condition at all times Any damage which may caused by cockroaches or vermin will not be covered by the appliance guarantee Disposal of your old appliance Before disposing of an old appliance first make the door latch or lock unusable This way you will prevent children from accid...

Page 11: ...tor section 4 to 5 C StayFresh zone approx 0 C Freezer section 18 C Use Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness Store food in an organised way If food is not stored in an organised way searching for an item will mean the door is open for longer Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before pla...

Page 12: ...e cooler Press the wine cooler On Off button on the left hand side of the control panel The wine cooler temperature display will light up and the wine cooler starts cooling Freezer section Press the freezer section On Off button on the right hand side of the control panel Bars light up in the freezer section temperature display and the freezer section starts cooling Allow the appliance to run for ...

Page 13: ...The safety lock indicator light X will light up when the safety lock has been activated Press the freezer section On Off button to come out of the setting mode The electronics will then switch over to normal operation after a couple of minutes Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time e g whilst on holiday switch the appliance off...

Page 14: ...circumstances when the door has been left open for a while e g for removing or storing a large amount of food when freezing large amounts of food at once if the temperature of the food you have recently placed in the freezer section is too warm if the ambient temperature surrounding the appliance is too high The appliance is designed for use in specific ambient temperatures climate ranges Do not u...

Page 15: ...n choose from settings 1 to 5 1 lowest setting 5 brightest setting Press the Super freeze button to save the setting Press the freezer section On Off button to come out of the setting mode The electronics will then switch over to normal operation after a couple of minutes Temperature displays 15 ...

Page 16: ...ne bottles The temperature display continues to flash until the set temperature has been reached Door alarm If one of the doors has been left open for more than approx 60 seconds the alarm will sound The alarm will stop as soon as the door is closed Switching on the alarm system The alarm system is always active It does not have to be switched on manually Switching the alarm off early Once the set...

Page 17: ...tain a constant temperature Safety feature A thermostat prevents the temperature in the wine cooler falling below 2 C If the external temperature should drop below this level a heater element in the appliance switches on automatically to keep the temperature inside as constant as possible Setting the temperature in the wine cooler Use the two buttons underneath wine cooler temperature display to s...

Page 18: ...ottle Dynamic cooling m With Dynamic cooling the relative humidity inside the wine cooler and the temperature are distributed evenly around the interior which enables you to store all your wine under the exactly the same excellent conditions The fan will switch itself on automatically at regular intervals to ensure that the humidity level in the wine cooler remains constant Switching on Dynamic co...

Page 19: ...er maintains the air quality in the wine cooler by filtering the incoming air to ensure that all air entering the appliance is fresh and free from dust and smells Replace the active charcoal filter with a new one once a year see Cleaning and care Using the wine cooler 19 ...

Page 20: ...elf Removing a bottle of one type will then leave the other types undisturbed and will avoid the need to move different bottles around The wine cooler can hold a maximum of 42 bottles standard 0 75 litre Bordeaux wine bottles Descriptive labels Use the labels supplied to identify your wine quickly and easily Insert the labels into the wooden shelf fronts from above Additional labels can be purchas...

Page 21: ...g information in the display by pressing the buttons When first pressed the last temperature selected flashes Each subsequent press of the button adjusts the temperature shown in 1 C steps Keeping the button pressed in adjusts the temperature continually Approx 5 seconds after letting go of the button the current actual temperature of the freezer section is automatically shown If you have adjusted...

Page 22: ...e it is easier for the food to reabsorb it during the defrosting process There will be very little water around the defrosted food Super freeze Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the freezer section Exceptions when putting in food that is already frozen when freezing less than 2 kg fresh food daily Switching on Super freeze When freezing small quantities of food in ...

Page 23: ...e the maximum freezing capacity must not be exceeded The maximum freezing capacity for freezing within a 24 hour period is given on the data plate Freezing capacity kg 24 hrs Storing frozen food When buying frozen food to store in your freezer check that the packaging is not damaged the use by date the temperature at which the frozen food is being stored in the shop The length of time it can be ke...

Page 24: ...ts 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 increase...

Page 25: ... sure that the packaging and containers are dry to prevent them sticking together when frozen When freezing make sure that food already frozen does not come into contact with fresh food being frozen as this could cause the frozen food to begin to defrost When freezing large items e g a turkey or a large joint of meat the separator plate in between two of the freezer drawers can be removed to give ...

Page 26: ...e in a refrigerator in a steam oven Poultry It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when defrosting poultry Do not use the liquid from defrosted poultry Pour it away and wash the container it was in the sink and your hands Danger of salmonella poisoning Fruit should be defrosted at room temperature in its packing or in a covered bowl Most vegetables can be cooked while still fro...

Page 27: ...reezer drawer Cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut Place the cool pack in the upper drawer directly on top of food or to save space on the freezer tray The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx 24 hours If there is a power cut place the cool pack directly on top of the frozen foo...

Page 28: ...he water pipes are thoroughly flushed through before use ice cubes from the first three ice cube making processes must not be consumed This applies not only to when the appliance is installed for the first time but also if the appliance has been out of use for a longer period e g whilst on holiday Making a large amount of ice cubes The amount of ice cubes which the appliance makes depends on the t...

Page 29: ...r section if you do not want the appliance to make any ice cubes Press the On Off button on the ice cube maker until the indicator light goes out If the ice cube maker is switched off the ice cube drawer can be used as an extra drawer for freezing fresh food and storing frozen food Ice cube maker 29 ...

Page 30: ...e channel and drain hole are kept clean and are never blocked so that condensate can flow away without hindrance Freezer section This freezer is equipped with a Frost free system The freezer section defrosts automatically The moisture generated by defrosting collects on the condenser and is automatically dissipated from time to time This enables the freezer section to remain permanently ice free w...

Page 31: ... removable parts e g shelves for cleaning Cleaning the outer casing the interior and accessories Use warm water with a little washing up liquid Wash all accessories by hand only Do not wash in a dishwasher Clean the appliance at least once a month Clean the condensate channel and drain hole in the wine cooler frequently so that condensate can drain away unhindered Use a straw or similar to clear t...

Page 32: ...ube tray with hot water and a little washing up liquid or sterilising fluid Rinse thoroughly afterwards Press the On Off button on the ice cube maker The ice cube tray will return to its original position Then put the ice cube drawer back in the appliance and close it The ice cube maker will begin to produce ice cubes again after a maximum of 6 hours If the ice cube maker has not been used for a w...

Page 33: ... the vertical position Turn the filter 90 clockwise or anti clockwise until it clicks into position After cleaning Replace all shelves and accessories in the wine cooler Put the wine bottles back in the wine cooler and close both the appliance doors Insert the plug in the socket and switch the wine cooler and the freezer section back on Switch on the Super freeze function so that the freezer secti...

Page 34: ... opened and closed too many times in succession This is not a fault The suction caused by opening and closing the door is preventing the door from opening Wait a few minutes and then try again It should now open without force the temperature in the wine cooler or freezer section is too low Select a warmer temperature Check that the doors have been closed properly Super freeze has not switched itse...

Page 35: ...ast couple of days because of a power cut Press the alarm off 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 i...

Page 36: ...t you cannot switch the appliance off The safety lock has been activated the floor of the wine cooler is wet The drain hole is blocked Clean the condensate channel and drain hole If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions please contact the Miele Service Department To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the appl...

Page 37: ...ise 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 piece of furniture Move it away Drawers ba...

Page 38: ...ler or The Miele Service Department see back cover for address When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department please quote the model and serial number of your appliance This information is given on the data plate Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to improve our service Service Department 38 ...

Page 39: ...s of a Miele 1 5 m WPS extension hose The extension hose is available from the Miele Spare Parts Department A stopcock must be provided between the stainless steel hose and the household water supply to ensure that the water supply can be cut off if necessary Before using the appliance for the first time the water inlet pipe should be purged of air by a qualified and competent person The stopcock ...

Page 40: ...e to the stopcock Ensure that it is screwed into position correctly Turn on the stopcock slowly and check the whole water system for leaks The appliance can then be connected to the electricity supply Push the appliance into its final position When doing so make sure that the stainless steel hose is not kinked or damaged After a maximum of 24 hours the first ice cubes will drop out of the ice cube...

Page 41: ...verheating The appliance must not be connected to an inverter and must not be used with a plug adapter as these can cause damage to the appliance s electronic unit Important The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green yellow earth Blue neutral Brown live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured mar...

Page 42: ... socket elsewhere in the house electric shock hazard The fuse cover must be re fitted when changing the fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained The colour of the correct replacement cover is that of the coloured insert in the base of the plug or the colour that is embossed in words in the base of the plug as applicable to the design of ...

Page 43: ...range The climate range of this appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance Climate range Ambient room temperature SN N ST T SN ST SN T 10 C to 32 C 16 C to 32 C 18 C to 38 C 18 C to 43 C 10 C to 38 C 10 C to 43 C Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long causing the internal temperature in the appliance to rise with the risk of f...

Page 44: ... let the spoon handle slip causing damage to the appliance The side section b can now be removed Pull side section b out of the guides on the mounting plate Loosen the 4 screws Torx 15 in the mounting plate and remove the handle Remove the cover caps from the opposite side and fit them into the empty holes Changing over the doors Open the lower door Use a screwdriver to lever plinth a out then pul...

Page 45: ...the appliance with hinge bracket o To do this Unscrew cover m and hinge bracket o turn them around and screw in on the opposite side Pull bearing bush n downwards out of hinge bracket o and refit it from above into the hinge bracket Remove spacer p with a screwdriver and refit it on the opposite side Remove plugs q from the door bearing bushes in the doors and refit on the opposite side Hang the u...

Page 46: ...door with the appliance housing using the long slot in hinge plate f Then tighten screw c Refit plinth fascia d pushing it firmly into position With the lower door open secure cover e to the front of the plinth fascia Refitting the handles Loosely screw the handles to the opposite side of the doors The mounting plate must fit snugly to the door housing If it doesn t Tighten the two screws a with t...

Page 47: ... 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 b will protrude in front of furniture fronts at the sides by 34 mm and by 51 mm in the middle of the door Th...

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