Miele KFN 12823 SD-1, KFN 12823 SD edt, KFN 12924 SD edt-1, csKFN 12924 SD -1 Operating instructions

Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge/freezer

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 090en - AU, NZ

Contents

Guide to the appliance .............................................4

Caring for the environment..........................................6

Warning and Safety instructions .....................................7

How to save energy ...............................................16

Switching appliance on and off .....................................18

Switching off the refrigerator section separately .......................19

Switching off for longer periods of time .................................19

The correct temperature ...........................................20

...intherefridgerator section........................................20

...inthefreezer section ............................................20

Setting the temperature .............................................20

Temperature display ...............................................21

Temperature range ..............................................21

Alarm...........................................................23

Temperature alarm ................................................23

Door alarm .......................................................23

SuperFreeze and DynamicCooling...................................24

SuperFreeze .....................................................24

DynamicCooling m................................................25

Using the refrigerator efficiently ....................................26

Different storage zones .............................................26

Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator.........................27

When shopping for food ............................................28

Storing food correctly ..............................................28

Fruit and vegetables .............................................28

Protein rich foods ...............................................28

Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................29

Moving the shelves ................................................29

Split shelf ........................................................29

Adjusting the door shelf/bottle shelf ...................................29

Freezing and storing food..........................................30

Maximum freezing capacity..........................................30

Freezing fresh food ................................................30

Storing frozen food ................................................30

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Contents

Home freezing ....................................................31

Hints on home freezing...........................................31

Packing .......................................................31

Before placing food in the freezer ..................................32

Placing food in the freezer ........................................32

Defrosting .......................................................33

Ice cubes ........................................................33

Cooling drinks ....................................................33

Automatic defrost ................................................34

Cleaning and care ................................................35

Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................35

Cleaning the doors and side panels ...................................36

Ventilation gaps ...................................................37

Door seals .......................................................37

Problem solving guide ............................................38

Noises ..........................................................40

After Sales / Warranty .............................................41

Warranty ......................................................41

Electrical connection..............................................42

Installation ......................................................43

Location .........................................................43

Climate range ..................................................44

Ventilation .......................................................44

Appliance with supplied wall spacers ..................................44

Installation .......................................................45

Aligning the appliance..............................................45

Supporting the appliance door .......................................45

Appliance dimensions ..............................................46

Changing the door hinging .........................................47

Aligning the appliance doors .......................................53

Building in the appliance ..........................................54

Addresses.......................................................55

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Guide to the appliance

a On button for the whole appliance

and
On/Off button for independently
switching the
refrigerator section on and off

b DynamicCooling button and

indicator light

c Refrigerator section temperature

selector button

d Refrigerator section temperature

display

e Freezer section temperature display

f Freezer section temperature selector

button

g SuperFreeze button and indicator

light

h Alarm off button and indicator light

i Master switch for switching

the whole appliance on and off

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a DynamicCooling fan

b Butter and cheese compartment

c Interior lighting

d Adjustable shelves

e Egg tray

f Door shelf

g Bottle rack

h Condensate channel and

drain hole

i Fruit and vegetable containers

j Bottle shelf

k Freezer drawers

Guide to the appliance

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing
material

The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation.

Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
offered for recycling.

Disposing of your old
appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially 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 and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.

The plug must be rendered useless
and the cable cut off directly behind the
appliance to prevent misuse. Take care
not to damage the pipework at the back
of it before or during transportation to
an authorised collection depot.
In this way, refrigerant in the pipework
and oil in the compressor will be
contained, and will not leak out into the
environment.

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Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safety
requirements. Improper use of the appliance can, however,
present a risk of both personal injury and material damage.

To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance,
please read these instructions carefully before installation and
before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on
the installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance. Miele
cannot be held 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 owner.

Correct application

This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar

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environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts
and other typical living quarters. This does not include
common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels,
motels or bed & breakfasts.
This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use.

This appliance is intended only for the cool storage of food and

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drink as well as for storing deep frozen food, freezing fresh food and
for preparing ice.
Any other usage is at the owner's risk and could be dangerous.

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Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance is not suitable for storing and refrigerating

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medications, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar
substances or products. Incorrect use of the appliance may result in
damage to or spoiling of the food or drinks being stored.
Furthermore, the appliance must not be operated in areas where
explosions may occur.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or
incorrect use of the appliance.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including

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children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person
responsible for their safety, and are able to recognise the dangers of
misuse.

Safety with children

Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.

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Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has

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been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.

Cleaning work may only be carried out by older children under the

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supervision of an adult.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play

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with the appliance. Keep small children away from the appliance at
all times to avoid the risk of injury.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves

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in packing material or pull it over their heads with the risk of
suffocation. Keep children away from any packing material.

Technical safety

The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks. This appliance

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complies with all current local and national safety requirements.

This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural

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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 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, and does not have any adverse
effect on the performance of the appliance.
Care must be taken during the transportation and setting up of the
appliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking
refrigerant can damage the eyes.
In the event of any damage:

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avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark,

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switch off at the mains and unplug the appliance,

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ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several
minutes, and

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call Miele.

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Warning and Safety instructions

The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it

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should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in
a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up.
For every8gofcoolant at least 1 m
amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside
the appliance.

Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the connection

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data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage and rated 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.

The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed

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when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing
system which complies with local and national safety regulations. It
is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and
tested regularly and, where there is any doubt, the household wiring
system should be inspected by a qualified electrician.

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of room space is required. The

If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a

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Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.

Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a

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multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

If moisture gets into electrical components, it could cause a short

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circuit.
Therefore, do not operate this appliance in areas which are exposed
to moisture.

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Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile

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installations (e.g. on a ship).

A damaged appliance is dangerous. Check the appliance for any

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visible damage. Never install or attempt to use a damaged
appliance.

During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance

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must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply. It is only
completely isolated from the electricity supply when:

the mains fuse has been disconnected, or

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– the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is

applicable), or

– it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn from

the socket, or it is switched off at the isolator.

Repairs and installation work by unqualified persons could be

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dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised
work. Installation, maintenance work and repairs to electrical
appliances must only be carried out by a Miele approved service
technician.

The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is

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not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.

Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele

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spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the
appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range

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(ambient temperature range), and should not be used outside this
range.
The climate range of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside
the appliance. Installing the appliance in a room with too low an
ambient temperature, e.g. a garage, can lead to the appliance
switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the
required temperature.

To ensure proper air flow in and out of the appliance, the air vents

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must not be covered or blocked in any way. Were the air vents to be
blocked, it would increase the electricity consumption and could
cause damage to the appliance.

Make sure that any oil, or foods containing oil, do not come into

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contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks.

Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products

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containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Flammable gas mixtures
can be ignited by electrical components. Danger of fire and
explosion!

Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice

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cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and
explosion!

Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or

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liquids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could
explode.
Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.

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Warning and Safety instructions

When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are

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not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst,
causing injury and damage.

Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the appliance with

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wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food or to the metal.
Danger of injury!

Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place

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ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from the freezer. The
very low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost burn
to the lips and tongue. Danger of injury!

Do not refreeze thawed or partially thawed food. Defrosted food

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should be used up as quickly as possible as food soon loses its
nutritional value and goes off. Defrosted food may only be refrozen
after it has been cooked.

Food stored for too long may present a risk of food poisoning.

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Storage 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 the food
manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and "use
by" dates.

Use only Miele Original spare parts. If spare parts or accessories

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from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated,
and Miele cannot accept liability.

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Warning and Safety instructions

The following applies to stainless steel appliances:

Do not place sticky notes, adhesive tape, masking tape or any

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other adhesive agent on the treated surface of the appliance doors.
The coating will become damaged and lose its protective properties
against soiling.

The high quality treated surface of the doors is susceptible to

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scratching and even magnets can cause damage to the surface.

Cleaning and care

Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal, as these will

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cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous with time.

Do not use a steam-cleaning appliance to clean this appliance.

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Pressurised steam could reach the electrical components and
cause a short circuit.

Do not use sharp edged objects to

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– remove frost and ice,

– separate frozen foods.

They will damage the evaporator, causing irreversible damage to
the appliance.

Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to

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defrost it. These can damage the plastic parts.

Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they might contain

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substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could
cause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Transporting the appliance

To avoid damaging the appliance, it must be transported upright

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in its packaging.

The appliance is very heavy and therefore needs to be

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transported by at least two people. Danger of injury and damage!

Disposal of your old appliance

Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door lock

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unusable.
This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking
themselves in and endangering their lives.

Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting

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disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the refrigerant channels in the condenser,

– bending any pipework, or

– scratching the surface coating,

Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes.

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How to save energy

Installation/
Maintenance

Temperature
settings

Normal energy
consumption

In a ventilated room. In an enclosed,

Protected from direct
sunlight.

Not situated near a heat
source (radiator, oven).

Where the ideal ambient room
temperature is approx. 20 °C.

Where the cross-section of
the air inlet and outlet is not
covered and kept free of
dust.

The compressor and the
metal grille (heat exchanger)
on the rear wall of the
appliance must be dusted at
least once a year.

Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C
Freezer section -18 °C

Increased energy
consumption

unventilated room.

In direct sunlight.

Situated near a heat source
(radiator, oven).

Where the room temperature
is high.

Where the air inlets and
outlets are covered or dusty.

Dust deposits on the
compressor and metal grille
(heat exchanger) increase
energy consumption.

The lower the temperature in
the appliance, the higher the
energy consumption.

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How to save energy

Normal energy
consumption

Use Do not change the

arrangement of the drawers
and shelves as when
delivered.

Only open the door when
necessary and for as short a
time as possible.

Store food in an organised
way.

Take a cooler bag when
shopping and load food in the
appliance as quickly as
possible on your return home.

When food is taken out of the
refrigerator, be sure to put it
back before it becomes warm.

Allow hot food and drinks to
cool down before placing
them in the appliance.

Increased energy
consumption

Frequent opening of the door
for long periods will cause a
loss of coldness. The
appliance will try to cool down
and the running time of the
compressor will increase.

Warm food and food brought
in from room temperature add
heat to the appliance.
The appliance will try to cool
down and the running time of
the compressor will increase.

Store food covered or
packaged.

Place frozen food in the
refrigerator to defrost.

Do not overfill the appliance to
allow air to circulate.

The evaporation or
condensation of liquids will
cause a loss of coldness in the
refrigerator.

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Switching appliance on and off

Before using for the first time

Packing materials

Remove all packing materials from

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inside the appliance.

Protective foil

The stainless steel strips inside the
appliance have a protective foil to
prevent scratching during
transportation.
On stainless steel appliances, the
stainless steel door and possibly the
sides are covered in a protective foil.

^ Remove the protective foil only after

the appliance has been installed in
its intended location.

Cleaning

Please read the relevant instructions
in the "Cleaning" section of this
booklet.

Switching the appliance on

The refrigerator and freezer sections are
switched on together by pressing the
master switch on the right-hand side of
the control panel. This is also possible
via the On sensor on the left-hand side.

Press the master switch on the

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right-hand side of the control panel.

The temperature display shows the
current temperature in the refrigeration
section. The temperature display for the
freezer and the indicator light of the
alarm off sensor flash until the
temperature in the freezer drops to a
sufficient level.

The appliance will start to cool, and the
interior lighting will come on when the
door is opened.

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Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories with lukewarm water
and then dry with a soft cloth.

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To enable the temperature to get
sufficiently cold inside the
appliance, allow the appliance to
run for a few hours before placing
food in it.
Do not place food in the freezer
section until the temperature is at
least -18° C.

Switching appliance on and off

Switching the appliance off

Press the master switch on the

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right-hand side of the control panel
until both temperature displays go
out.

The interior lighting goes out and
refrigeration is switched off.

Switching off the refrigerator section
separately

The refrigerator section can be
switched off whilst the freezer remains
on. This is useful e.g. whilst on holiday.

^ Press the On/Off sensor on the

left-hand side of the control panel for
the refrigerator section until the
temperature display goes out.

The interior lighting goes out and
refrigeration is switched off.

The temperature display for the freezer
remains lit up.

Switching on the refrigerator section
again

Press the On/Off button on the

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left-hand side of the control panel
again.

The temperature display for the
refrigerator section lights up. The
refrigerator section will start to cool,
and the interior lighting will come on
when the fridge door is opened.

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,

^ switch off at the wall and withdraw

the plug from the socket, or
disconnect the mains fuse or remove
the screw-out fuse in countries where
this is applicable,

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clean the appliance and

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leave the door ajar to air the
appliance.

If, during a long absence, the
appliance is switched off but not
cleaned out and the doors are left
shut, there is a danger of mould and
odours building up inside the
appliance.

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The correct temperature

It is very important to set the correct
temperature for storing food in the
appliance. Micro-organisms will cause
food which is not stored at the correct
temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
Temperature influences the growth rate
of these micro-organisms. Reducing
the temperature reduces their growth
rate.

The temperature in the appliance will
rise:

the more often the door is opened

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and the longer it is kept open,

– the more food that is stored in it,

– the warmer the food is which is being

put into it,

– the higher 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.

...inthefreezer section

To freeze fresh food and to store frozen
food for a long time, a temperature of

-18 °C is required. At this temperature
the growth of micro-organisms is
generally halted. As soon as the
temperature rises above -10 °C, the
micro-organisms become active in the
food again so that it cannot be kept as
long. For this reason, partially defrosted
or defrosted food must not be re-frozen.
Food may be re-frozen once it has
been cooked as the high temperatures
achieved when cooking destroy most
micro-organisms.

Setting the temperature

The temperature is set in each zone by
using the respective temperature
button.

...intherefridgerator section

We recommend a temperature of 4°C
in the centre of the appliance.

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Press the temperature button
repeatedly until the indicator light for
the temperature you want lights up in
the display.

The first time you press the button the
indicator light for the last temperature
you set will flash in the display.

Thereafter the temperature value will
change each time you press the button
until the highest setting is reached. It
will then go back to the lowest setting
again.

The correct temperature

The newly selected temperature will be
adopted automatically after a short
while.
The indicator for the temperature which
has been set for the refrigerator section
will light up.
The indicator for the temperature which
has been set for the freezer section will
flash until that temperature is reached.

The temperature can be set to be
slightly colder than the temperature
range shown on the control panel for
the refrigeration and freezer
sections.

The following example shows how to
set the freezer section temperature
lower than -15 °C but not as cold as

-18 °C:

^ Press the temperature button

repeatedly until the indicator light for

-15 °C lights up in the display.

^ Press the temperature button again

and hold for approximately 5
seconds.

The colder temperature setting within
this small temperature range has now
been adopted but is not visible in the
temperature display.

Temperature display

The temperature display on the
control panel always shows the

desired temperature.

Temperature range

The temperature can be adjusted:

In the refrigerator section from 1 °C

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to 9 °C.

In the freezer section from -15 °C to

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-32 °C.

The ambient temperature in the room
and the installation location can affect
the time it takes for the appliance to
reach the lowest temperature. If the
ambient temperature is too high, the
appliance may not reach the lowest
temperature.

The relevant temperature indicator
light will flash if a different
temperature is being set.

The freezer section indicator light will
also flash if

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the temperature in the freezer
section is not within the possible
temperature range.

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the temperature in the freezer
section has risen by several degrees,
indicating that it is warming up too
much.

The alarm off indicator will flash at the
same time.

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The correct temperature

This loss of coldness is no cause for
concern in the following circumstances:

when the door has been left open for

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a while, e.g. for removing or storing a
large amount of food,

when fresh food is being frozen.

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However, if the temperature in the
freezer remains above -18 °C for a
long time, check that the frozen food
has not started to defrost. If it has,
check that the food is safe to use
and if it is, then use it as soon as
possible.

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Your appliance has been fitted with a
warning system which ensures that the
temperature in the freezer section
cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid
energy being wasted if the door is left
open.

Activating the alarm system

Alarm

However, if the temperature in the
freezer remains above -18 °C for a
long time, check that the frozen food
has not started to defrost. If it has,
check that the food is safe to use
and if it is, then use it as soon as
possible.

The alarm system is always active. It
does not have to be switched on
manually.

Temperature alarm

If the freezer section temperature
becomes too warm, an alarm will sound
and the freezer section temperature
display and the alarm off indicator light
will flash.
The temperature the appliance is set at
determines the temperature the
appliance recognises as being too
warm.

The alarm will sound and the
temperature display and alarm off
indicator light will flash, for example:

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if the freezer door has been left open
for a while, e.g. in order to load,
re-arrange or take food out.

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when freezing large amounts of food
at once.

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in the event of an extended power
cut.

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if the appliance is faulty.

Once the set temperature has been
reached in the freezer section, the
alarm switches off and the temperature
display and alarm off indicator light
stop flashing and light up constantly.

Door alarm

The alarm will sound if the door is left
open for more than 60 seconds.

The alarm will stop as soon as the door
is closed.

Switching off the alarm early

If the noise disturbs you, you can
switch the alarm off early if you wish.

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Press the alarm off sensor.

The alarm will stop.
The temperature display and the
alarm off indicator light will continue
to flash until the set temperature has
been reached. They will then stop
flashing and light up constantly.

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SuperFreeze and DynamicCooling

SuperFreeze

Switch the SuperFreeze function on
before putting fresh food into the
freezer.

This helps food to freeze quickly and
retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours
and appearance.

SuperFreeze is not necessary:

when placing food in the freezer that

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is already frozen.

when freezing up to 2 kg of fresh

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food daily.

Switching on SuperFreeze

When freezing small quantities of food
in the freezer, the SuperFreeze function
should be switched on 6 hours

beforehand. When freezing the
maximum load of food, the

SuperFreeze function should be
switched on 24 hours beforehand.

Switching off SuperFreeze

The SuperFreeze function will switch off
automatically after approx. 65 hours.
The indicator light will go out and the
appliance will run at normal power
again.

To save energy, the SuperFreeze
function can be switched off once a
constant temperature of -18°C or
colder has been reached in the freezer.

Press the SuperFreeze button. The

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SuperFreeze indicator light will go
out, and the appliance will continue
to operate at normal power.

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Press the SuperFreeze button. The
SuperFreeze indicator light will come
on.

The appliance works at full power to
lower the temperature in the appliance.

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SuperFreeze and DynamicCooling

DynamicCooling m

When the DynamicCooling function is
not switched on, the natural circulation
of air in the appliance will cause
different temperature zones in the
refrigerator as the cold, heavy air will
sink to the lowest section of the
appliance. You should bear this in mind
when placing food in the appliance
(see "Using the refrigerator efficiently").
However, if you are placing a large
amount of food in the refrigerator at any
one time, it is a good idea to switch on
DynamicCooling. This way you can
distribute the temperature inside the
appliance to all areas more evenly so
that all the food will be chilled to about
the same degree.
The temperature is set as normal with
the temperature control.

DynamicCooling should also be
selected when:

– the ambient temperature in the room

is high (above approx. 33 °C), and

Switching off DynamicCooling

Press the DynamicCooling button m.

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The DynamicCooling indicator light
will go out.

The fan automatically switches off
when the door is open.

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the room humidity level is high.

Switching on DynamicCooling

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Press the DynamicCooling button.
The DynamicCooling indicator light
will come on.

Make sure the fan at the back of the
appliance is not restricted to ensure
unhindered air circulation.

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Using the refrigerator efficiently

Different storage zones

Due to the natural circulation of the air
in the appliance, there are different
temperature zones in the refrigerator.
Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest
section of the appliance. Make use of
the different zones when placing food
in the appliance.

This appliance has dynamic cooling,
which helps to keep an even
temperature when the fan is running.
When Dynamic cooling is switched
on, the difference between the
various zones is less pronounced.

Warmest area

The warmest area is in the top section
of the door. Use this for storing butter
and cheese.

Coldest area

The coldest area in the refrigerator is
directly above the fruit and vegetable
drawers.

Use this for all delicate and highly
perishable 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.

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Using the refrigerator efficiently

Do not store explosive materials in
the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans).
Danger of explosion!

Do not store cooking oil in the
refrigerator door. Traces of oil can
cause stress cracks to occur in the
plastic components in the door.

Food must not touch the back wall
of the refrigerator, as it may freeze
to the back wall.

To allow air to circulate efficiently,
do not pack food too closely
together in the refrigerator.

Do not cover the fan in the rear wall
of the refrigerator, as this is essential
for keeping the appliance cool.

Food which should not be
stored in a refrigerator

Not all food is suitable for refrigeration
at temperatures below 5 °C.
Depending on the type of food, storing
in a refrigerator for too long can alter
the appearance, consistency, taste
and/or vitamin content of food.

Foods which should not be stored in a
refrigerator include:

Pineapples, avocados, bananas,

–

pomegranates, mangoes, melons,
papayas, passionfruit,
citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges,
mandarines, grapefruits

– Fruit which is not yet ripe

– Eggplants, cucumbers, potatoes,

capiscum, tomatoes, zucchini

– Some hard cheeses, e.g. parmesan

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Using the refrigerator efficiently

When shopping for food

The freshness of food when first placed
in the appliance is an important factor
in determining how long it stays fresh,
and how long it can be kept in the
refrigerator.
Also pay attention to the expiry date
and the correct storage temperature for
each type of food.
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.
Once food has started to deteriorate,
this process cannot be reversed.
Tip: Take a cooler bag when shopping
and place cold food in the refrigerator
and/or freezer immediately on your
arrival home.

Storing food correctly

Food should generally be stored
covered or wrapped. This will prevent
food smells from affecting other foods,
food from drying out, and also any
cross-contamination of bacteria. This is
especially important for 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 vegetables

Fruit and vegetables may be stored
loose in the vegetable drawers.

Protein rich foods

Please note that foods rich in protein
deteriorate faster than others.
Shellfish, for example, deteriorates
faster than fish, and fish deteriorates
faster than meat.

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Moving the shelves

The shelves can be adjusted according
to the height of the food:

Raise the shelf, and pull it forwards

^

slightly until the notch at the side is in
line with the shelf support. It can then
be raised or lowered to the required
level.

The raised edge at the back must face
upwards to prevent food from touching
the back of the appliance and freezing
to it.

Stoppers prevent the shelves from
being dislodged by mistake.

Adjusting the interior fittings

fit the two brackets onto the supports

^

on either side at the required height,

and push the glass shelves in one

^

after the other.
The shelf with the raised edge must
be at the back.

Split shelf

In order to accommodate tall items in
the appliance, one of the shelves is
divided. The front 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,

Adjusting the door shelf/bottle
shelf

^ Push the door/bottle shelf upwards,

then remove it by pulling it forwards.

^ Replace the door/bottle shelf at the

required position. Ensure that it is
securely pushed back into position.

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Freezing and storing food

Maximum freezing capacity

To ensure that fresh food placed in the
freezer freezes through to the core as
quickly as possible, 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".

The maximum freezing capacity given
on the data plate has been calculated
according to DIN EN ISO 15502 Stan
dard.

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Freezing fresh food

Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible. This way the nutritional
value of the food, its vitamin content,
appearance and taste are not impaired.

Food which takes a long time to freeze
will lose more water from its cells, which
then shrink.
During the defrosting process, only
some of this water is reabsorbed by the
cells; the rest collects around the 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 temperature at which the frozen

–

food is being stored in the shop. The
length of time it can be kept is
reduced if it has been stored at a
temperature warmer than -18 °C.

Buy frozen food once you have

^

finished the rest of your shopping,
and wrap it in newspaper or use a
cool bag or cool box to transport it.

^ Store it in the freezer as soon as

possible.

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.

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.

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Freezing and storing food

Home freezing

Only freeze fresh food which is in a
good condition.

Hints on home freezing

The following types of food are

–

suitable for freezing:
Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish,
vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy
products, pastry, leftovers, egg
yolks, egg whites and a range of
pre-cooked meals.

The following types of food are not

–

suitable for freezing:
Grapes, lettuce, radishes, sour
cream, mayonnaise, eggs in their
shells, onions, whole raw apples and
pears.

– To retain colour, taste and vitamin C,

vegetables should be blanched after
they have been trimmed and
washed.
To blanch: bring a large saucepan of
water to the boil, immerse the
vegetables in the fast boiling water
for 2-3 minutes, depending on
variety. Remove, and plunge into
ice-cold water to cool quickly. Drain
and pack ready for freezing.

–

Lean meat freezes better than fatty
meat, and can be stored for
considerably longer.

–

To prevent chops, steaks, cutlets or
rolled meat from freezing together in
solid blocks when packed, separate
with a sheet of plastic freezer film.

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 increases
the energy consumption
considerably. Allow hot foods and
drinks to cool down before placing
them in the freezer.

Packing

Freeze food in portions.

^

Unsuitable packing material

- wrapping paper

- grease-proof paper

- cellophane

- bin bags

- plastic carrier bags

Suitable packing material

- plastic freezer film

- freezer bags

- aluminium foil

- freezer containers

^

Expel as much air as possible from
bags etc. before sealing them, to
prevent freezer-burn on food.

^

Close the packaging tightly with

- rubber bands

- plastic clips

- string or bag ties

- freezer tape.

Freezer bags may also be sealed
using home heat sealing kits.

–

Do not season fresh foods or
blanched vegetables before
freezing. Only season cooked food

^

Make a note of the contents and the
date of freezing on the packaging.

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Freezing and storing food

Before placing food in the freezer

When freezing more than 2 kg of

^

fresh food, switch on the
SuperFreeze function for some time
before placing the food in the freezer
(see "SuperFreeze").
This also helps to prevent food that is
already in the freezer from starting to
defrost.

Placing food in the freezer

When removing freezer drawers,
please note:
The lowest freezer drawer must
always remain in the appliance.
Place the food on the glass plate so
that the ventilation slits in the back
wall of the appliance are not
blocked. They are important for
trouble-free operation of the
appliance and maintaining normal
energy consumption.

The following maximum load
capacities need to be adhered to:
– Freezer drawer = 25 kg
– Glass plate = 35 kg

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.

^ Make sure that the packaging and

containers are dry to prevent them
sticking together when frozen.

–

Freezing small items

Place small items in the upper freezer
drawers.

^

Place the food flat at the bottom of
the drawers so that it freezes through
to the core as quickly as possible.

Freezing the maximum quantity of

–

food (see data plate)

^ Take out the bottom freezer drawer.

^ Place the food flat on the upper glass

plates so that it freezes through to the
core as quickly as possible.

At the end of the freezing process:

^ Place the frozen food in the freezer

drawer and push it back into the
appliance.

–

Freezing large items

If you wish to freeze large items such
as a turkey or game, the glass cold
plates between the drawers can be
removed. To do this:

^

Remove the upper freezer drawers
and carefully lift and slide out the
glass cold plates.

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Defrosting

Frozen food can be defrosted in
different ways:

in a microwave oven,

–

in an oven using the "Fan" or

–

"Defrost" setting,

at room temperature,

–

in the refrigerator (the cold given off

–

by the frozen food helps to keep the
other food cold),

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.

Pieces of meat and fish (e.g. mince,
chicken, fish fillet) should not come into
contact with other food when
defrosting. Collect the water from the
defrosted meat or fish and dispose of it
carefully.

Fruit should be defrosted at room
temperature in its packaging, or in a
covered bowl.

Most vegetables can be cooked while
still frozen. Just put straight into boiling
water or hot fat. The cooking time is
slightly less than that of fresh
vegetables due to changes in the cell
structure.

Freezing and storing food

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

water, and place it in the bottom of
one of the drawers.

^ Once frozen, use a blunt instrument,

for example a spoon handle, to
remove the ice tray from the freezer.

^ Ice cubes can be removed easily

from the tray by twisting the tray
gently or by holding it under cold
running water for a short while.

Cooling drinks

Do not store cans or bottles containing
carbonated drinks or liquids which
could freeze in the freezer section. The
cans or bottles could explode.

When cooling drinks (only
non-carbonated) quickly, make sure
bottles are not left in the freezer
section for more than one hour,as
they could burst.

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Automatic defrost

Refrigerator section

The refrigerator defrosts automatically.

Condensate and frost can build up on
the back wall of the refrigerator section
whilst it is in use. You do not need to
remove this, as it will defrost and
evaporate automatically with the
warmth generated by the appliance.

The condensate is drained away via a
channel and drain hole into an
evaporation system at the back 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 time
to time.

This automatic defrosting system
enables the freezer section to remain
permanently ice-free, however, the food
stored in the freezer section will not
defrost.

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Do not let water get into the
electronic unit, the lighting or the
ventilation gaps.

Do not let water get into the
drainage channel and drain hole
when cleaning.

Do not use a steam cleaning
apparatus to clean the appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical
components and cause a short circuit.

The data plate located inside the
appliance must not be removed. It
contains information which is required
in the event of a service call.

Cleaning and care

Before cleaning

Switch off the appliance.

^

Disconnect the appliance from the

^

mains. Switch off at the wall and
withdraw the plug from the socket, or
disconnect the mains fuse.

Take any food out of the appliance

^

and store it in a cool place.

Take out any removable parts, e.g.

^

shelves, for cleaning.

Cleaning the interior and
accessories

^ Clean the appliance at least once a

month.

To avoid damaging the outer surfaces
of your appliance, do not use:

– cleaning agents containing soda,

ammonia, acids or chlorides,

– cleaning agents containing

descaling agents,

–

abrasive cleaning agents, e.g.
powder cleaners and cream
cleaners,

–

solvent-based cleaning agents,

–

stainless steel cleaners,

–

dishwasher cleaners,

–

oven sprays,

–

glass cleaning agents,

–

hard, abrasive sponges and
brushes, e.g. pot scourers,

–

dirt erasers,

–

sharp metal scrapers.

Clean any soiling immediately. Do
not allow it to dry first.

Use lukewarm water with a little
washing-up liquid.

The following components are all
dishwasher safe:

–

butter dish, egg tray, ice cube tray,
freezer tray (available depending on
model)

–

containers and shelves in the door

–

butter and cheese compartment

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Cleaning and care

The temperature of the dishwasher
programme must not exceed 55 °C.
Plastic components may discolour in
the dishwasher if they come into
contact with natural dyes from foods
such as carrots, tomatoes and
tomato sauce.
This discolouration will not affect the
stability of the components.

Clean the shelves and drawers by

^

hand as they are not dishwasher
safe.

^ 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.

Cleaning the doors and side
panels

Remove any soiling immediately.
If not, it might become impossible to
remove and could cause surfaces to
alter or discolour.

The external surfaces of this
appliance are all susceptible to
scratching.
Contact with unsuitable cleaning
agents can also alter or discolour
the outer surfaces.

^ Clean surfaces using a damp

microfibre cloth or with a solution of
warm water and a little washing-up
liquid applied with a soft sponge.

^ After cleaning, wipe the outer

surfaces with a damp cloth and dry
with a soft cloth.

The following applies to stainless
steel doors:

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Appliance doors are treated with a high
quality surface coating. It protects
against soiling and facilitates cleaning
and care.

Do not use the following on the
appliance doors:
– Stainless steel cleaners:
The coating will be damaged.
– Miele Original Care product for
stainless steel:
Visible smearing will form on the
door.

Cleaning and care

Ventilation gaps

The ventilation gaps should be

^

cleaned regularly with a brush or
vacuum cleaner. A build-up of dust
will increase the energy consumption
of the appliance.

Rear of appliance - metal grille

The metal grille at the back of the
appliance (heat exchanger) should be
dusted at least once a year. A build-up
of dust will increase the energy
consumption of the appliance.

^ When cleaning the grille, make sure

that the pipework and other
components do not get broken or
damaged in any way.

Door seals

Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seals as these will cause the
seals to deteriorate and become
porous over time.

After cleaning

Replace all shelves and accessories

^

in the refrigerator section.

Put the food back in the refrigerator.

^

Reconnect the appliance to the

^

electricity supply and switch it on.

Switch on the SuperFreeze function

^

so that the freezer can cool down
quickly.

Once the freezer has reached the

^

required temperature, place the food
back in the freezer baskets and put
them back in the freezer.

^ Then switch off SuperFreeze by

touching the SuperFreeze sensor.

The door seals should be cleaned
regularly with clean water, and then
wiped dry with a soft cloth.

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Problem solving guide

Repairs to electrical appliances
should only be carried out by a
suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with
current local and national safety
regulations. Repairs and other work
by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for
unauthorised work.

What to do if...

. . . the appliance does not get cool.

^ Check whether the appliance has

been switched on. The temperature
display must be lit up.

This makes the compressor run for
longer, causing the temperature in
the refrigerator section to fall
automatically.

. . . the compressor is switching in
too frequently and for too long.

Check whether the ventilation gaps

^

have been covered over or become
dusty.

Check whether the metal grille (heat

^

exchanger) at the back of the
appliance has become too dusty.

^ The doors have been opened too

frequently, or a large amount of fresh
food has been put in at once for
freezing.

^ Check that the plug is correctly

inserted into the socket and switched
on.

^ Check that the fuse is not defective

and that the mains fuse has not
tripped. If this is the case, contact a
qualified electrician or Miele.

. . . the temperature in the refrigerator
section or freezer section is too low.

^

Set a warmer temperature.

^

The SuperFreeze function is still on
and the SuperFreeze indicator light is
on.
The SuperFreeze function switches
itself off automatically after approx.
65 hours.

^

Check that the doors have been
closed properly.

^

Has a large amount of fresh food
been frozen at the same time?

^ Check that the doors have been

closed properly.

. . . the frozen food is thawing
because the freezer section is too
warm.

^

Is the room temperature lower than
the ambient temperature for which
the appliance is designed?

If so, raise the temperature of the
room.

Operating in a room which is too cold
will cause the cooling system to switch
off for too long, causing the freezer
section to become too warm.

. . . food has frozen together.

Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon
handle or plastic scraper, to prise it
apart carefully.

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Problem solving guide

. . . the door to the freezer section
will not open because it has been
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 alarm sounds.

Has one of the the appliance doors
been open for longer than 60 seconds?

^ Close the door.

. . . the alarm sounds and the freezer
section temperature display flashes.

The freezer section temperature has
risen above the set temperature
because

^ the freezer section door has been

opened too frequently, or large
amounts of fresh food have been put
in at once for freezing.

^

the ventilation gaps are blocked.

Once the problem has been resolved
the freezer section temperature display
will light up constantly and the alarm
will stop.

. . . the SuperFreeze indicator light
and one of the temperature display
lights are flashing at the same time.

There is a fault. Call Miele.

. . . the interior lighting in the
refrigerator section is not working.

Has the appliance door been left

^

open for too long? To avoid
overheating, the lighting switches
itself off automatically after approx.
15 minutes if the door is left open.

If this is not the case, then the interior
lighting is defective.

Call Miele.

^

The LED lighting may only be repaired
or changed by a Miele service
technician because there are live parts
under the cover. Danger of injury and
damage!

The cover must not be removed.
Should the cover be damaged or
removed due to damage, exercise
caution. Never look at the lighting
with optical instruments (magnifying
glass or similar).

. . . the floor of the refrigerator 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 Miele.

To prevent unnecessary loss of
temperature, it is advisable not to
open the doors while waiting for the
appliance to be serviced.

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Noises

Normal noises What causes them

Brrrrr ... Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can

Blubb, blubb.... A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating

Click ... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the

Sssrrrrr ... On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just

Crack ... A cracking sound can be heard when materials expand inside

Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the
system is unavoidable.

get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on.

through the pipes.

motor on and off.

hear the movement of the fan inside the appliance.

the appliance.

Noises that you can
easily rectify

Rattling, vibrating The appliance is uneven: Realign the appliance using a spirit

What causes them, and what can you do about
them?

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, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking: Check

all removable items and refit them correctly.

Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against
each other? Separate them.

The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of
the appliance: Remove the clips.

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In the event of a fault which you cannot
correct yourself, please contact:

Miele

–

The contact details for Miele are
given on the back cover of these
operating instructions.

When contacting Miele, please quote
the model and serial number of your
appliance. This information is given on
the data plate inside your appliance.

Warranty

The manufacturer's warranty for this
appliance is 2 years.

After Sales / Warranty

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Electrical connection

All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with current
local and national safety regulations.

The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable and moulded plug ready for
connection to an AC single phase
220 – 240 V 50 Hz supply.

The fuse rating must be at least 10 A.

The voltage and frequency are given on
the data plate. Please ensure that these
match the household mains supply.
Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily
accessible. For extra safety it is
advisable to install a suitable residual
current device (RCD).

The accessibility of the plug must
always be ensured in order to be able
to quickly separate the appliance from
the mains.

If the mains socket is not accessible
after the appliance has been built in, a
separator for each terminal must be
available. There must be an all-pole
contact gap of 3 mm in the switch.

Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by an extension
lead or a plug adapter. Extension leads
do not guarantee the required safety of
the appliance (e.g. danger of
overheating).

Do not connect the appliance to an
inverter such as those used with an
autonomous energy source e.g. Solar
power.
When switched on, peak loads in the
system can cause the safety switch off
mechanism to be triggered. This can
damage the electronic unit.

The machine must not be used with
so-called energy-saving devices
either. These reduce the amount of
energy supplied to the machine,
causing it to overheat.

If the mains connection cable needs to
be replaced, this must only be carried
out by a qualified electrician.

WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED

The plug and mains connection cable
must not come into contact with the
back of the appliance as vibrations can
cause damage to these components.
This, in turn, could result in a short
circuit.

Nor should other appliances be
plugged into a socket located directly
behind the wine conditioning unit.

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Do not operate any appliance which
gives off heat on top of the
refrigerator, e.g. toaster, microwave
oven. Risk of fire!

This appliance must not be installed
directly next to another refrigerator
or freezer.
It does not have side-wall heating,
so installation next to another
refrigerator or freezer could cause a
build-up of condensation between
them.
Further information is available from
your Chartered Agent.

Location

This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room. It should not
be installed where it is exposed to
direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a
heat-producing appliance such as an
oven or a radiator. The room
temperature should not go above or
below the climate range for which the
appliance is designed. The higher the
ambient temperature of the room, the
more energy the appliance requires to
operate.

Installation

The plug and mains connection

–

cable must not come into contact
with the rear of the appliance as they
may be damaged by vibrations from
the appliance.

Nor should other appliances be

–

plugged into a socket located
directly behind the wine conditioning
unit.

Important! In areas of high humidity,
condensate can build up on the
external surfaces of the appliance.
This condensation can cause
corrosion on the outer walls of the
appliance.
To prevent this happening, it is
recommended that the appliance is
installed in a dry, well-ventilated
room.
After installation, check that the
appliance door closes properly, that
the air inlets and outlets are not
covered, and that the appliance has
been installed as described in these
operating and installation
instructions.

Please note the following when
installing the appliance:

–

The mains connection socket must
not be located directly behind the
appliance and must be easily
accessible.

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Installation

Climate range

The appliance is designed for use
within certain climate ranges (ambient
temperatures), and should not be used
outside this range. The climate range of
the appliance is stated on the data
plate inside the appliance.

Climate range Ambient room

SN

N

ST

T

SN-ST

SN-T

temperature

+10°C to +32°C
+16°C to +32°C
+16°C to +38°C
+16°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 frozen food deteriorating
and going off.

Ventilation

Appliance with supplied wall
spacers

The wall spacers, which are
supplied with some appliances,
need to be used for the appliance to
achieve its declared energy
consumption. When the wall
spacers are used, the appliance
depth is increased by approx.
35 mm.
If the wall spacers are not used, this
does not impair the functioning of
the appliance. However, the energy
consumption of the appliance will
increase slightly as a result of the
narrow space between the
appliance and the wall.

Air at the back of the appliance gets
warm. To ensure sufficient ventilation,
the ventilation gaps must not be
covered over. The air inlet and outlet
must not be covered or blocked in any
way. They should be dusted on a
regular basis.

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^

Fit the wall spacers at the top left and
right of the rear of the appliance.

Installation

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.

Push the appliance so that the wall

^

spacers (if fitted), or the rear of the
appliance, are directly against the
wall.

Aligning the appliance

Supporting the appliance door

The foot a should definitely be

^

unscrewed until it rests on the floor.
Then turn it a further 90°.

^

To align the appliance, adjust the feet
using the spanner supplied.

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Installation

Appliance dimensions

ABC

KFN 12823 SD-1/-2
KFN 12823 SD edt/cs-1

KFN 12923 SD-1/-2
KFN 12923 SD edt/cs-1/-2
KFN 12924 SD -1
KFN 12924 SD edt/cs-1

* Depth without wall spacers fitted. If wall spacers are fitted, the appliance depth
is increased by approx. 35 mm.

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1817 600 mm 630 mm*

2010 600 mm 630 mm*

Changing the door hinging

The appliance is supplied with
right-hand door hinging. If left-hand
door hinging is required, the hinging
must be changed.

To change the door hinging, you will
need the following tools:

Two people are needed to change
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
(see arrow).

^ Undo the 4 (TX 15) screws in the

mounting plate, and remove the
handle.

^ Remove the cover caps from the

opposite side, and fit them into the
empty holes.

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Changing the door hinging

Removing the appliance doors

Remove any food from the door
shelves.

Close the upper door.

^

^ Remove cover a by sliding it

forwards from the back and then
lifting it off.

^ Remove cover b by pulling it

upwards.

Caution! The upper appliance door
is not secure once the hinge plate
has been removed.

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 visible.

Remove cover g, then rotate it by

^

180° and fit it on the opposite side.

Then fit cover e together with

^

retaining plate f on the opposite
side.

^

Loosen screws d in upper hinge
plate c and pull it upwards and off.

^

Carefully lift the door off and place it
to one side.

^

Carefully release 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. Then pull the cover forwards and
off.

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Close the lower appliance door.

^

Caution! The lower appliance door
is not secure once the hinge plate
has been removed.

Changing the door hinging

^ Pull the middle hinge pin i upwards

to remove it.

^ Carefully lift the door off and place it

to one side.

^ Pull cover j off.

^ Unscrew hinge plate k, turn it

through 180° and fit it on the opposite
side.

^

Pull plastic cover h off, turn it 180°
and refit it on 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.

^

Remove clamp m from underneath
the door and fit it on the opposite
side.

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Changing the door hinging

Changing over the door

Pull hinge pin a with disc b and foot

^

c upwards to remove them.

^ Remove cap d.

^ Undo screws e and take hinge plate

f off.

^ Slightly loosen bearing screw h from

hinge plate f. Screw it into the hole
on the other side of the hinge plate f
and then tighten the screw again.

^ Place cap d in the other hole.

^

Remove 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. Do not use the
middle screw because you will not
be able to align the door over the
outer long slots later on.

^ Important! Screw foot c into hinge

pin a as far as it will go.

^ Reinsert hinge pin a with disc b and

foot c. Important! The lug on the
hinge pin must face backwards.

^ Place the lower door onto hinge pin

a.

^

Close the lower appliance door.

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Fit hinge pin i into middle hinge

^

plate k in the lower door. The pin
sits in the gap in the hinge plate.

Then fit the upper door on middle

^

hinge 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.

Changing the door hinging

^ Fit covers a and b to their opposite

sides.

^

Realign the door with the appliance
housing again using the long slots in
the lower hinge plate. Then tighten
the screws.

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Changing the door hinging

Refitting the handles

Please make sure you follow the
instructions below carefully when
you refit the handles. The door seals
will be damaged if the handles are
fitted incorrectly.

^ Loosely attach the handle to the

opposite side of the door with the two
front screws b.

It is important to check that the side
section of the 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 section does
touch the door seal when the door is
opened:

Realign mounting plate c with grub

^

screws a until the mounting plate
and the side section of the handle d
are at the correct angle and the side
section does not touch the door seal
when the door is opened.

Mounting plate c must be positioned
on the side of the door so that when the
door is closed, it is flush with the side
of the appliance.
If this is not the case,

^

tighten both grub screws a with an
Allen key until mounting plate c lines
up correctly.

^

Then tighten all 4 fixing screws b.

^

Slide the side section of the handle
d into the guides on the mounting
plate until it clicks into place.

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Aligning the appliance doors

The appliance doors can be
retrospectively aligned to the housing.

In the following illustration the door is
not shown in the closed position to
make it easier to see what happens
next.

Align the lower door using the long
outer slots in the lower hinge plate:

^ Remove centre screw a from the

hinge plate.

Align the upper door using 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.

^ Then tighten screws c.

^ 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 refitted.

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Building in the appliance

* The depth of appliances with wall
spacers is increased by approx. 35
mm.

a Top box

b Appliance

c Housing unit

d Wall

The appliance can be installed in a
kitchen run. To match the height of the
rest of the kitchen, the appliance can
be fitted with a suitable top box a.

A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm
depth must be allowed for behind the
appliance across the entire width of the
top box for air to circulate.
The cross section of the air outlet under
the room ceiling must be at least
300 cm

2

to ensure that air can circulate
without hindrance. Otherwise the
appliance has to work harder, 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 of the door. This
enables the doors to be opened and
shut without being obstructed.

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When installed next to a wall d,a
distance of approx. 55 mm must be
maintained on the hinge side between
the wall d and the appliance b so that
the doors and the handles have
sufficient space for opening.

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KFN 12823 SD-1/-2, KFN 12823 SD edt/cs-1
KFN 12923 SD-1/-2, KFN 12923 SD edt/cs-1/-2
KFN 12924 SD-1, KFN 12924 SD edt/cs-1

M.-Nr. 09 435 090 / 01en - AU, NZ