Miele KFN 12923 SD edt, KFN 12923 SD cs-1, KFN 12823 SD-1, KFN 12923 SD cs-2 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 380en-GB

Contents

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

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

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

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

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

To switch the refrigerator section off separately........................19

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

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

...intherefrigerator section.........................................20

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Super freeze and Dynamic cooling ..................................24

Super freeze .....................................................24

Dynamic cooling m ...............................................25

Storing food in the refrigerator......................................26

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

Food which is not suitable for storing in the 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

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

Appliance doors, side panels ........................................36

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

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

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

Noises .........................................................41

After Sales / Guarantee ............................................42

Guarantee .....................................................42

Note for test institutes.............................................43

Electrical connection..............................................44

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

Location .........................................................45

Climate range ..................................................45

Ventilation .......................................................46

Appliances with wall spacers supplied .................................46

Installation .......................................................46

Aligning the appliance..............................................46

Levelling the appliance door .........................................47

Appliance dimensions ..............................................48

Changing the door hinging .........................................49

Aligning the appliance doors .......................................55

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

Addresses.......................................................59

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 Dynamic cooling 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 Super freeze button and indicator

light

h Alarm off button and indicator light

i Master switch for switching

the whole appliance on and off

a Dynamic cooling fan

b Butter and cheese compartment

c Interior lighting

d Adjustable shelves

e Egg tray

f Door shelves

g Bottle rack

h Condensate channel and

drain hole

i Fruit and vegetable containers

j Bottle shelf

k Freezer drawers

Guide to the appliance

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 should 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!

Disposal 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 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 its safety, installation, 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 intended for use in domestic households and

similar working and residential environments. It is not intended for outdoor use.

This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and

storing 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 of 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.

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.

Warning and Safety instructions

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. Splashes of coolant can injure the eyes. In the event of any damage:

–

avoid open flames or anything which creates a spark,

–

disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply,

–

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

–

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 an extension lead. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.

Do not use in a damp or wet 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).

In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or

other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings clean at all times. Any damage caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee.

Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check

the appliance for visible signs of damage.

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.

Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause

considerable danger to users. Installation, maintenance and repair work must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.

While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be

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

The manufacturer 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, e.g. in a garage, 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 components.

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.

Warning and Safety instructions

When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, 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 frostburn to the lips or 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. Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and "use-by" dates.

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

Stainless steel appliances

Do not use sticky notes, transparent adhesive tape, masking tape

or other types of adhesive on the surface of the door. These damage the surface, causing it to lose its dirt-repellent protective coating.

The high-quality surface of the door is susceptible to scratching.

Even fridge magnets can cause scratching.

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 defrost or clean this

appliance. Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.

Do not use sharp edged objects to

– remove frost and ice,

– lift food.

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

Transporting the appliance

Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its

original transport packaging to prevent damage in transit.

Danger of injury and damage. The appliance is heavy and must

be transported by two people.

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,

– bending any pipework,

– scratching the surface coating.

Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes.

How to save energy

Normal energy consumption

Installation site 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.

Temperature setting

Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C 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 or dusty.

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

With a higher setting: the lower the temperature, the higher the energy consumption.

Normal energy consumption Increased energy

Use Drawers, shelves and racks

arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered.

How to save energy

consumption

Only open the doors 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 rapidly, before it begins to thaw.

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

Store food covered or packaged.

Place frozen food in the refrigerator to defrost.

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.

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

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

Switching on and off

Before using for the first time

Packing material

Remove all the packing material from

the interior of the appliance.

Protective foil

The stainless steel trim to the interior shelves has a layer of protective foil to prevent damage during transporation. On stainless steel appliances, the stainless steel door (and sides, depending on model) will also have a layer of protective foil.

^ Do not remove this foil until the

appliance has been positioned in its final location.

Cleaning

Please observe the relevant instructions in "Cleaning and care".

^ Clean the inside of the appliance and

the accessories with lukewarm water and then dry with a soft cloth.

Switching on

The refrigerator and freezer sections are switched on together by pressing the master switch on the right hand side of the control panel, or by pressing the On button on the left hand side of the control panel.

Press the master switch on the right

hand side of the control panel.

The temperature display for the refrigerator section will show the selected temperature setting. The temperature display for the freezer section and the alarm indicator light will flash until the freezer section has cooled down to the correct temperature for freezing.

The appliance will start cooling down and the interior light in the refrigerator section will come on if you open the door.

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.

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