Miele KDB 37232 iD User Manual

Operating and installation instructions

Frost free fridge freezer KDN 37232 iD

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.

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Contents

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

Optional accessories ................................................6

Bottle rack......................................................6

Split shelf ......................................................6

Caring for the environment..........................................7

Warning and Safety instructions .....................................8

How to save energy ...............................................17

Switching on and off ..............................................19

Before using for the first time.........................................19

Switching off for longer periods of time .................................20

The correct temperature ...........................................21

...intherefrigerator ..............................................21

...inthefreezer ..................................................21

Temperature display ...............................................22

Setting the temperature .............................................22

Selecting settings ................................................23

Settings mode ....................................................23

Activating or deactivating the lock ..................................23

Using Super freeze ...............................................25

Super freeze .....................................................25

Temperature and door alarm .......................................26

Door alarm .......................................................26

Switching the alarm off early .........................................26

Storing food in the refrigerator section ...............................27

Different storage zones .............................................27

Food which is not suitable for storing in the refrigerator ....................28

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

Storing food correctly ..............................................29

Fruit and vegetables .............................................29

Protein rich food ................................................29

Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................30

Adjusting the door shelf/bottle shelf ...................................30

Moving the bottle holder ............................................30

Moving the shelves ................................................30

Contents

Freezing and storing food..........................................31

Maximum freezing capacity..........................................31

Freezing fresh food ................................................31

Storing frozen food ................................................31

Home freezing ....................................................32

Hints on home freezing...........................................32

Packaging ....................................................32

Before placing food in the freezer section ............................33

Placing food in the freezer section ..................................33

Defrosting .......................................................34

Ice cubes ........................................................34

Cooling drinks ....................................................34

Defrosting .......................................................35

Refrigerator section ................................................35

Cleaning and care ................................................36

Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................37

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

Door seals .......................................................38

Problem solving guide ............................................39

Noises .........................................................45

After Sales / Guarantee ............................................46

Guarantee .....................................................46

Note for test institutes.............................................47

Electrical connection..............................................48

Installation ......................................................49

Location .........................................................49

Climate range ..................................................49

Ventilation .......................................................50

Before installing the appliance .......................................51

Building-in dimensions ...........................................52

Changing the door hinging .........................................53

Building in the appliance ..........................................56

Fitting the furniture doors............................................63

Aling the door ..................................................66

Guide to the appliance

Control panel

a On/Off button

b Temperature selector button

c Display

d Alarm symbol

e Super freeze symbol

f Lock symbol

g Temperature display

h Super freeze button

i Alarm off button

j Menu symbol

(Settings mode: For activating and deactivating the lock)

Guide to the appliance

a Control panel

b Fan

c Interior lighting

d Door shelf / Egg tray

e Adjustable shelf

f Bottle shelf

g Fruit and vegetable drawer

h Condensate channel and

drain hole

i Freezer drawers

Guide to the appliance

Optional accessories

Bottle rack

Bottles can be stored horizontally using the bottle rack to save space. The bottle rack can be placed at different positions in the appliance.

Split shelf

In order to accommodate tall items in the appliance, one of the shelves is divided. The front section can be carefully pushed under the rear section.

Optional accessories are available from Miele or via the internet.

Microfibre cloth

The microfibre cloth helps remove fingerprints and light soiling from surfaces such as stainless steel, glass, plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals.

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled.

Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces the amount of waste in landfill sites.

Disposal of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances often contain valuable materials. They also 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 or contact your dealer for advice. Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.

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.

Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property.

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 information on installation, safety, use and maintenance.

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 ensure that new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.

Correct application

The appliance is not designed for commercial use. It is intended

for use in domestic households and similar working and residential environments. This appliance is not intended for outdoor use.

This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and

storing food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food, freezing fresh food and for making ice. Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.

Warning and Safety instructions

The appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool

medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such materials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such purposes can cause deterioration of the items stored. The appliance is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.

The appliance can only be used by people with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences or incorrect operation.

Safety with children

Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the

appliance unless they are constantly supervised.

Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance

unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.

Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance

unsupervised.

Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do

not let them play with it.

Warning and Safety instructions

Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must

be kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing, children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their head and suffocate.

Technical safety

The coolant system is tested for leaks. The appliance complies

with statutory safety requirements and the appropriate EU guidelines.

This appliance contains 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 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 installation 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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disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply,

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

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call the Service department.

Warning and Safety instructions

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

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.

To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the

connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data plate corresponds to the household supply. Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.

The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed

when it is correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the electrical installation tested by a qualified electrician.

If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced

by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.

of room space is required. The

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

multi-socket adapter or extension lead. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.

Do not use in a damp environment (e.g. garage or utility room).

Moisture could reach live components or the electrical connection and cause a short circuit.

Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.

on a ship).

A damaged appliance can be dangerous. Check the appliance

for visible signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance.

For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it has

been built in.

The appliance must be disconnected from the mains electricity

supply during installation, maintenance and repair work. Ensure that power is not supplied to the appliance until after it has been installed or until after any maintenance or repair work has been carried out.

Installation, maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by

a Miele authorised service technician. Installation, maintenance and repairs by unqualified persons could be dangerous.

While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be

undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated.

Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when

original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts.

Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

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. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature will lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature.

Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the

efficiency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and could cause damage to the appliance.

If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or

the door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.

Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products

containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Electrical components could cause flammable vapours to ignite. Danger of fire and explosion.

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

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

Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or

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

Warning and Safety instructions

If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof, make sure it is

tightly closed and stored upright. Danger of explosion.

When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer section, make sure

bottles are not left in for more than one hour, otherwise they could burst, causing injury or damage.

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

wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food or metal parts. Danger of frost burn.

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

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.

Do not refreeze 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.

Observe the manufacturer's "use-by" dates and storage

instructions 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 as the temperature at which it is stored.

Only use genuine original Miele accessories with this appliance.

Using spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liability.

Warning and Safety instructions

Cleaning and care

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

cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.

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

Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.

Do not use sharp edged objects to

remove frost and ice,

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lift food.

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

Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to

defrost it. These can damage the plastic parts.

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

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

Warning and Safety instructions

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 accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives.

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

disposal, e.g. by

puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator,

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bending any pipework,

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– scratching the surface coating.

Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes.

How to save energy

Installation site / Maintenance

Temperature setting

Normal energy consumption

In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated

Protected from direct sunlight.

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

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

Ventilation gaps uncovered and dusted regularly.

Compressor and metal grille (heat exchanger) dusted at least once a year.

Refrigerator section 4 to 5°C With a low temperature

Freezer section -18 °C

Increased energy consumption

room.

In direct sunlight.

Near to a heat source (radiator, oven).

Where there is a high ambient room temperature.

Ventilation gaps covered up or dusty.

Dust build-up on the compressor and metal grille (heat exchanger).

setting: the colder the temperature in the refrigerator section, the higher the energy consumption.

How to save energy

Normal energy consumption

Use Drawers, shelves and racks

arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered.

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

Store food in an organised way.

Take an insulated cool bag with you when shopping and place food in the appliance as soon as possible.

Replace any food removed as quickly as possible, before it begins to thaw.

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 works harder to cool down and the compressor runs for longer periods.

Hot food or food at room temperature raises the temperature inside the appliance. The appliance works harder to cool down and the compressor runs for longer periods.

Store food covered or packaged.

Place frozen food in the refrigerator to defrost.

Do not over-fill the appliance to allow air to circulate.

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

Switching on and off

Before using for the first time

Protective foil

The stainless steel trim to the interior shelves and the door shelves has a layer of protective foil to prevent damage during transportation.

Carefully remove the protective foil

from the stainless steel trim.

Cleaning

Clean the inside of the appliance and

the accessories. See "Cleaning and care" for more information.

Accessories

Switching on

Press the On/Off button.

The appliance will start to cool and the temperature required will appear in the temperature display. The interior lighting will come on when the door is opened.

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.

Switching off

^ Press the On/Off button until the

display goes out.

Attach the bottle holder centrally along the rear edge of the bottle shelf, as shown.

The flexible ribs grip the bottles securely when the door is opened and closed.

The cooling system switches off. If this does not happen, the safety lock is still activated (see "Selecting settings - To deactivate the lock").

Switching on and off

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,

disconnect it from the mains,

clean the appliance out and

leave the doors ajar to air it.

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.

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 placed 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.

...intherefrigerator

We recommend a temperature of 4°C in the middle of the refrigerator.

...inthefreezer

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.

The correct temperature

Temperature display

The temperature display on the control panel always shows the required temperature.

For example, if you want to set the temperature for the refrigerator section at 4°C,

Press the temperature selector button

repeatedly until the lights up in the temperature display.

The average temperature in the freezer section will then be approx. -18 °C.

However, if frozen food is to be stored in the freezer section then a setting of between 3°Cto5°Cis recommended to ensure that the required temperature in the freezer section is maintained.

It is also advisable to set the temperature within this range if the doors are opened frequently, large quantities of food are being stored in the appliance or there is a high ambient temperature.

Setting the temperature

The higher or lower the temperature in the refrigerator, the higher or lower it is in the freezer section.

Press the temperature selector button

repeatedly until the temperature you want appears in the temperature display.

The first time you press the button the last temperature selected will flash in the display.

The temperature value will change up until the setting for 9°C is reached. It will then drop back to the 1°C setting.

The newly selected temperature will be adopted automatically after a short while. The temperature in the appliance will adjust slowly until it is at this value.

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