Miele KFN 14943 SD ED User Manual

Operating and Installation Instructions

Fridge-Freezer Combination KFN 14943 SD ed

To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions

before

installation or use.

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M.-Nr. 07 589 450

Contents

Description of the appliance.........................................4

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

Warning and Safety Instructions .....................................7

How to save energy ...............................................12

Switching the appliance ON and OFF ................................13

Operating the appliance ............................................13

Switching the appliance ON .........................................13

Switching the appliance OFF.........................................14

Switching the refrigerator or freezer section on and off separately .........14

The settings mode .................................................15

Turning the button sound on and off ................................16

Activating and deactivating the safety lock ...........................16

Switching off for extended periods of time ..............................17

The correct temperature ...........................................18

...intherefrigerator ...............................................18

...inthefreezer ..................................................18

Temperature display ...............................................18

Setting the temperature .............................................19

Temperature ranges .............................................19

Changing the brightness of the temperature display ....................20

Alarm...........................................................21

Temperature alarm ................................................21

Door alarm .......................................................22

Super Cool, Super Freeze and DynaCool .............................23

Super Cool .......................................................23

Super Freeze .....................................................24

DynaCool ........................................................25

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

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

Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................27

Moving the shelves ................................................27

Split shelf ........................................................27

Moving the serving shelf / bottle shelf ..................................28

Universal box .....................................................28

Adjusting the bottle divider ..........................................29

Contents

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

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

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

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

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

Hints for home freezing...........................................31

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

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

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

Freezing large items ...............................................32

Freezer calendar ..................................................32

Defrosting frozen foods .............................................33

Making ice cubes .................................................33

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

Using the cool pack................................................34

Automatic defrosting..............................................35

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

Cleaning the outside walls, the interior and accessories ...................36

Cleaning the ventilation slits .........................................37

Door seal ........................................................37

Cleaning the exterior coils ...........................................37

Active charcoal filter ..............................................38

Replacing the active charcoal filters ...................................38

Troubleshooting..................................................40

Noises ..........................................................43

After sales service ................................................44

Electrical information .............................................45

Installation information ............................................46

Location .........................................................46

Climate range ..................................................46

Proper ventilation ..................................................46

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

Adjustments ......................................................47

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

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

Aligning the appliance doors .......................................59

Installing the appliance ............................................60

Description of the appliance

a ON button for the whole appliance

and ON/OFF button for switching the refrigerator and freezer sections on and off individually

b DynaCool button

c Super Cool / Super Freeze button

d Button to set the

temperature (X for colder)

e Safety lock indicator light

(only visible when the lock is on)

f Temperature display for the

refrigerator / freezer sections

g Button for switching between the

refrigerator and freezer sections (top: Refrigerator symbol; bottom: Freezer symbol)

h Button to set the

temperature (Y for warmer)

i Alarm off button

(only visible during door / temperature alarm)

j Active charcoal filter change display

(only visible with prompt to change

the active charcoal filter)

a Fan

b Interior lighting

c Butter and cheese compartment

d Bottle shelf

e Egg tray / serving shelf

f Retainer for the

Active AirClean filter

g Shelves

h Condensate channel and

drain hole

i Fruit and vegetable drawers

j Bottle divider*

k Bottle shelf

Description of the appliance

l Freezer drawers with

freezer calendar

* Depending on model

Caring for the environment

Disposal of packing materials

The cardboard box and packing materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Please recycle.

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 an old appliance

Old appliances contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact your local recycling center about the possibility of recycling these materials.

Before discarding an old appliance, disconnect it from the gas and electrical supply and cut off the power cord to prevent it from becoming a hazard.

Warning and Safety Instructions

This appliance complies with all applicable safety laws and regulations. However, improper use can result in personal injury and material damage.

Read the operating instructions carefully before operating the appliance for the first time. They contain important information on the installation, safety, operation and care of your appliance. This will avoid the risk of personal injury and damage to the appliance.

Keep the operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner!

Correct use

This appliance is intended for

domestic use only, specifically for the cool storage of food and drinks, for storing frozen food, for freezing fresh food and for making ice. Any other use is not permitted and could be dangerous. The manufacturer will not be held liable for damage caused by incorrect use or operation.

Persons incapable of using the

appliance safely owing to their physical, sensory or mental capabilities or their inexperience or lack of knowledge must not use this appliance without supervision or instruction by a responsible person.

Safety with children

Children may use the appliance

without supervision only if its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely. They must be able to recognize the potential hazards of improper operation.

Supervise any children in the vicinity

of the appliance. Do not allow children to play with the appliance or to swing on the door, for example.

Warning and Safety Instructions

Technical safety

Before setting up the appliance,

check it for any external damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. A damaged appliance may endanger your safety!

If the connection cable is damaged it

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

This appliance contains the coolant

Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas that is environmentally friendly but flammable. It does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the greenhouse effect. The use of this environmentally friendly coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the compressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing through the system. This is unavoidable, but does not have any adverse effect on the performance of the appliance. Ensure that no parts of the cooling system are damaged during transportation and setting up of the appliance. Leaking coolant can damage the eyes! In the event of damage:

- avoid open fires and any ignition

sources,

- pull out the plug,

- air the room in which the appliance

is located for several minutes and

- contact Customer Service.

The more coolant there is in an

appliance, the larger the room it should be installed in. If a leak occurs, combustible gases may build up if the appliance is in too small a room. For every8gofcoolant in the appliance, the room must be at least

in size. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.

Safe operation of the appliance is

only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these installation and operating instructions.

Before plugging in the appliance,

make sure that the connection data (voltage and frequency) indicated on the data plate corresponds with the electrical supply. These data must match in order to avoid damaging the appliance. If in doubt, please contact a qualified electrician.

Do not connect the appliance to the

power supply by an extension cord or power bar, as they do not guarantee the required safety (risk of overheating, for example).

Warning and Safety Instructions

The electrical safety of this

appliance can only be guaranteed if it is properly grounded in compliance with all applicable local and national safety regulations. It is very important to ensure that this essential safety requirement is met. If there is any doubt about the grounding of your household wiring, have it inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer will not be held liable for damages resulting from an inadequate grounding system (e.g. electric shock).

Only professionals who are duly

authorized by the manufacturer may install or perform maintenance and repair work on this appliance. Work performed by unqualified persons harbors the risk of serious harm to the user for which the manufacturer will not be held liable.

Repair of the appliance during the

warranty period should be performed by a customer service authorized by the manufacturer, otherwise any damage will not be covered by the warranty.

Disconnect the appliance from the

electrical power supply prior to installation, maintenance or repair. The appliance is disconnected when one of the following conditions is met:

the appliance has been unplugged.

–

To unplug, pull carefully on the plug, NOT on the cord.

the respective breaker of the house

–

wiring system is off.

Defective components should only

be replaced with genuine Miele original spare parts only. Only with these parts does the manufacturer guarantee that they comply with the safety requirements.

Installation of this appliance in

non-stationary locations (e.g. on ships) must only be performed by a qualified specialist who must ensure that the conditions for safe operation are in place.

Warning and Safety Instructions

Correct use

Do not handle frozen items when

your hands are wet. Your hands could freeze to the item(s). Risk of injury!

Never put ice or popsicles in your

mouth immediately after taking them out of the freezer - your lips or tongue could freeze to the item(s). Risk of injury!

Never re-freeze food that has been

partially or completed thawed. Defrosted food should be used promptly, before it loses nutritional value or spoils. However, once it has been cooked, thawed food can be refrozen.

Never store explosive materials or

products with flammable propellants (spray cans, for example) in the appliance. Sparking can occur when the thermostat switches on. This can cause flammable gasses to explode.

Do not operate any electrical

devices in the appliance (soft ice cream maker, for example). This could cause sparking. Danger of explosion!

High proof alcohol should be stored

upright in tightly closed bottles in the refrigerator section. Danger of explosion!

Do not store cans or bottles in the

freezer section that contain carbonated beverages or liquids that could freeze. The cans or bottles could burst. Risk of personal injury or damage to the appliance!

Bottles that are put in the freezer for

quick cooling must be removed within one hour. Otherwise, they could burst. Risk of personal injury or damage to the appliance!

Eating food stored for too long can

cause food poisoning. The storage life depends on many factors, including the quality of the food, how fresh it is, and the storage temperature. Always observe the manufacturer's recommended storage instructions and expiry dates.

Never use a pointed or sharp-edged

object to

– remove frost or ice,

– to free ice trays or frozen items from

the freezer.

This will damage the evaporators, causing irreversible damage to the appliance.

Never place candles or electric

heaters in the appliance to defrost it. This can damage the plastic.

Warning and Safety Instructions

Do not use defrosting sprays or

de-icers. They may cause a build-up of potentially explosive gasses or contain substances that can damage the plastic or that could pose a danger to health.

Do not use any oils or grease on the

door seals. They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.

If you store fatty or oily foods in the

appliance or the appliance door, make sure that no oil or grease leaks onto the plastic parts of the appliance. This can cause the plastic to crack and break.

Do not block the ventilation slits,

because this interferes with proper air supply to the appliance. This in turn causes increased electricity consumption and may also result in damage to appliance parts.

The appliance is designed for use

within a certain climate range (room temperature range) and should not be used outside this range. The climate range for your appliance is printed on the data plate inside the appliance. If the room temperature is cold, this will cause the appliance to switch off for longer periods of time, with the result that it cannot maintain the required internal temperature.

Disposing of your old refrigerator / freezer

Before disposing of your old

fridge/freezer, first make the door latch or lock unusable. This will prevent children from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives.

Be careful not to damage any part of

the cooling system, for example by

puncturing the coolant channels in

–

the evaporator.

kinking any pipework.

–

– scratching the surface coating.

Caution: Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes.

The manufacturer will not be held liable for damage caused by failure to comply with these "Warning and Safety Instructions".

Never use a steam cleaner to

defrost or clean the appliance. The steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

How to save energy

Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption

Installation site In a well ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly ventilated

Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight.

Away from heat sources (radiator, stove/oven).

When the room temperature is ideal (approx. 20 °C (68 F)).

Temperature setting (dial) At a medium setting of 2 to 3. At a high setting: The lower the

Temperature setting (digital)

Use Open the door only when

Defrosting Defrost the freezer when a layer of

Cellar compartment 8 to 12 °C (46 to 54 F)

Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C (39 to 41 F)

Freezer section -18 °C (-2 F)

necessary, and for as short a time as possible.

Store food in an organized way. Disorganized contents will take

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

Store food covered or packaged. The evaporation or condensation

Place frozen food in the refrigerator to defrost.

Do not overfill the appliance. Leave some room so that air can circulate properly.

ice 1 cm thick has built up.

room.

Near heat sources (radiator, stove/oven).

When the room temperature is high.

temperature in the appliance, the more energy it consumes.

On appliances with a winter setting, make sure that the winter setting is switched off when the room temperature is warmer than 16 °C.

Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness.

time to sort through, leaving the door open too long.

Placing hot food in the appliance will cause the compressor to run for a long time, with the appliance working harder to lower the temperature.

of liquids will cause a loss of coldness in the refrigerator.

A layer of thick ice hinders cold air from reaching the frozen food, and causes an increase in energy consumption.

Switching the appliance ON and OFF

Before first use

The stainless steel surfaces on the inside and outside of the appliance are covered with protective sheeting.

Do not remove the protective

sheeting until the appliance has been installed in its final location.

Wipe the stainless steel surfaces

of the appliance with the enclosed stainless steel cleaning agent directly after removing the protective sheeting.

Important! The stainless steel cleaning agent provides a durable protective film that prevents rapid soiling of the surface!

^ Clean the inside of the appliance and

the accessories with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

It is very important to let the appliance stand for 30 to 60 minutes after transport before plugging it in. Failure to do so can prevent the appliance from functioning properly!

Switching the appliance ON

The refrigerator and freezer sections are switched on together by touching the ON/OFF button.

Touch the ON/OFF button until the

temperature display lights up.

The temperature display for the refrigerator section shows the actual temperature in the refrigerator section.

If the temperature in the freezer section is above +32°F (0°C), the temperature display will show only dashes. As soon as the temperature drops below +32°F (0°C), the temperature display will show the actual temperature in the freezer section. The Freezer symbol and the alarm off button will flash until the temperature in the freezer section is cold enough.

The appliance will now start cooling, and the interior light of the refrigerator will come on when you open the door.

Active charcoal filter (Active AirClean Filter)

Place the enclosed active charcoal filters into the retainer and place the retainer on any shelf in the refrigerator section (see "Active charcoal filter").

Operating the appliance

To operate this unit, simply touch the sensor buttons as needed.

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 cold enough (at least -18°C).

Switching the appliance ON and OFF

Switching the appliance OFF

Touch the ON/OFF button until all

Use this button to switch back and forth between the refrigerator section and the freezer section.

If you want to select the freezer section (e. g. to check the temperature),

^ tap the button to switch from the

refrigerator section to the freezer section; the Freezer symbol will light up yellow.

Depending on the selected temperature zone, you can

– either select the DynaCool function,

displays are out. (If this does not happen, then the safety lock is still activated!)

The refrigerator and freezer sections switch off one after the other.

The interior lighting goes out and the cooling is switched off.

Switching the refrigerator or freezer section on and off separately

The refrigerator and freezer sections can be switched on and off separately so that you can use one section only if you wish. This is useful, e.g. whilst on holiday, when you only need the freezer section switched on.

–

the Super Cool / Super Freeze functions or

–

adjust the temperature.

For additional information, please see the corresponding sections in the manual.

Cool pack

Place the cool pack in the top drawer of the freezer section or, to save space, on the freezer tray. The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approximately 24 hours.

Select the appliance section you wish to switch off.

The Refrigerator or Freezer symbol lights up yellow.

Touch the ON/OFF button until the Refrigerator or Freezer symbol goes out.

Switching the appliance ON and OFF

That section is now switched off, while the other section remains on.

To switch a section back on again,

select the section you wish to switch

on; the corresponding symbol lights up yellow.

Touch the ON/OFF button until the

temperature display lights up, or

^ switch the appliance off and then

back on again.

The settings mode

Certain appliance settings can only be selected in the settings mode.

How to enter the settings mode and how to change the settings is described in the respective chapters.

Overview of available functions in the settings mode:

To enter or exit the settings mode

To turn the button sound on or off (see "Switching the appliance ON and OFF")

To confirm active charcoal filter change (see "Active charcoal filter")

To turn the safety lock on or off (see "Switching the appliance ON and OFF")

To change the brightness of the temperature display (see "The right temperature")

The door alarm is automatically disabled while you are in the settings mode. Once the door is closed, the door alarm is re-activated.

Switching the appliance ON and OFF

Turning the button sound on and off

If you prefer the buttons to be silent when touched, you can turn the button sound off.

Touch the X button and keep your

finger on the button.

^ Now tap the ON/OFF button once

(WITHOUT releasing the X button!).

^ Keep your finger on the X button for

another 5 seconds until c is displayed.

^ Again tap the X button repeatedly

until b is displayed.

^ Tap the ON/OFF button to confirm. ^

By tapping the X button, you can now select whether you would like the button sound to be on or off:

b0: button sound is off b1: button sound is on b –: return to menu.

The old setting is displayed steady, the setting to be selected flashes.

Whenever you finish changing a setting, tap the ON/OFF button to confirm.

Activating and deactivating the safety lock

The safety lock can be activated to prevent the appliance from being switched off inadvertently.

Touch the X button and keep your

finger on the button.

^ Now tap the ON/OFF button once

(WITHOUT releasing the X button!).

^ Keep your finger on the X button for

another 5 seconds until c is displayed.

^ Keep tapping the X button until u is

displayed.

Tap the ON/OFF button to confirm.

By tapping the X button you can now select whether the safety lock should be activated or deactivated:

u0: safety lock is deactivated u1: safety lock is activated u –: return to menu.

The old setting is displayed steady, the setting to be selected flashes.

Keep tapping the X button until c is displayed.

Tap the ON/OFF button.

You have left the settings mode.

Switching the appliance ON and OFF

Whenever you finish changing a

setting, tap the ON/OFF button to confirm.

Keep tapping the X button until c is

displayed.

Tap the ON/OFF button.

You have left the settings mode.

When the safety lock is activated, the safety lock indicator show in the temperature display.

Switching off for extended periods of time

If the appliance is not needed for a longer period of time:

^ switch the appliance off, ^ unplug it from the socket, ^ clean the appliance and

X will light up

^ leave the doors ajar to prevent any

odour build-up in the appliance.

If you fail to clean the appliance and leave the doors ajar before switching it off for an extended absence, mould may build up in the appliance.

The correct temperature

The correct temperature is very important for storing food. If food is not stored at the correct temperature, bacteria can multiply rapidly, causing the food to spoil. This can be prevented or slowed down by selecting the correct temperature. Temperature affects the rate at which bacteria can multiply. Reducing the temperature slows down this process.

The temperature in the appliance will rise for the following reasons:

if you open the door frequently, or

–

keep it open too long,

– if you put too much food in it,

– if you put food in it that is too warm,

– if the ambient temperature is too

high. The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range (room temperature range), and should not be used outside this range.

...inthefreezer

For freezing fresh food and storing frozen food for longer periods of time, the temperature needs to be at least 0°F (-18°C). At this temperature, most bacteria stop growing. However, when the temperature rises above 14°F (-10°C) the bacteria become active, causing the food to start deteriorating and reducing the storage life. This is why any partially or completely thawed food must never be refrozen until it has been cooked. High cooking temperatures will kill most bacteria.

Temperature display

During normal operation, the temperature display shows on the control panel the temperature in the middle of the refrigerator section and the temperature in the warmest part of the freezer section.

...intherefrigerator

We recommend a temperature of 39°F (4°C) in the middle of the appliance.

The correct temperature

Setting the temperature

The temperatures for the refrigerator section and the freezer section are set separately.

^ Select the refrigerator or the freezer

section.

The Refrigerator or Freezer symbol lights up yellow.

^ Set the temperature with the buttons

beside the display.

Tap the

X button: to decrease the temperature Y button: to increase the temperature.

The temperature being set will flash in the display.

When you tap the buttons, you will see the following changes in the temperature display:

– When first tapped: The last

temperature selected flashes.

– Each subsequent tapping:

adjusts the temperature in increments of 1°F / 1°C.

– Holding down the button will adjust

the temperature continuously.

When the highest / lowest

temperature is reached the X / Y

button disappears.

Approximately 5 seconds after you release the button, the actual average temperature in the refrigerator or freezer section will automatically be displayed.

If you have adjusted the temperature, wait approx. 6 hours if the appliance is

not very full or approx. 24 hours if it is full before checking the temperature

display again. It will take that long to reach the selected temperature. If, after this amount of time, the temperature is too high or too low, you will need to adjust it again.

Temperature ranges

The temperature can be selected within the following ranges:

– In the refrigerator section, from 36 to

52°F (2°C to 11°C).

– In the freezer section, 8 to -15°F

(-16° to -26°C).

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

The correct temperature

Changing the brightness of the temperature display

You can adjust the brightness of the temperature display to suit the lighting conditions of the room.

Touch the X button and keep your

finger on the button.

^ Now tap once on the ON/OFF button

(WITHOUT releasing the X button!).

^ Keep the finger on the X button for

another 5 seconds until c is displayed.

^ Again tap the X button until d is

displayed.

You have left the settings mode.

Tap the ON/OFF button to confirm.

By tapping the X button you can now change the brightness of the temperature display:

d0: maximum brightness d1: reduced brightness d –: return to menu.

The old setting is displayed steady, the setting to be selected flashes.

Whenever you finish changing a setting, tap the ON/OFF button to confirm.

Keep tapping the X button until c is displayed.

Tap the ON/OFF button.

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