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Miele KFN 16947 D operation manual

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Operating and installation instructions 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.
en-GB M.-Nr. 10 748 750
Contents
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 5
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................21
Automatic temperature distribution (DynaCool)............................................... 24
Temperature range ........................................................................................... 26
Temperature in the PerfectFresh zone.............................................................. 26
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Contents
Settings overview ............................................................................................. 31
Side panels....................................................................................................... 54
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Contents
Climate range ................................................................................................... 69
Aligning the appliance ......................................................................................70
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Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements. Please note that inappropriate use can 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 using it for the first time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance.
Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instruc­tions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the contents. Pass them on to any future owner.

Correct application

This refrigeration appliance is intended for use in the home and in
similar environments, for example – in shops, offices and similar work settings – by the guests in hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts and other typical home settings. This refrigeration 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.
This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool medi-
cines, 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 improper or in­correct use of the appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions
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 appli-
ance unless they are constantly supervised.
Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance unsuper-
vised 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! Whilst playing, children could become en-
tangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.
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Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

The coolant system is tested for leaks. This 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 setting up of the appliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking coolant can damage the eyes. In the event of any damage:
– avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark,
– disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply,
– ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several
minutes, and
– contact the Miele Service Department.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The more coolant there is in a refrigeration 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 every 11 g of coolant at least 1m3 of room space is required. The 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 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.
Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured
if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced
by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from danger.
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.
If moisture gets into electrical components or into the mains con-
nection cable, it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not oper­ate this refrigeration appliance in areas which are exposed to mois­ture (e.g in a garage or utility room).
This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during
installation, maintenance and repair work.
Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.
While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be un-
dertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the warranty is invalidated.
Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genu-
ine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by Miele spare parts.

Correct use

The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range
(ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate in­side the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature, e.g. 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 effi-
ciency 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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or li-
quids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could ex­plode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.
When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are
not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst, 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 to the metal. 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 defros-
ted 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 instruc-
tions 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 and spare parts with
this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manu­facturers will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liabil­ity.

Stainless steel appliances

Adhesives will damage the stainless steel surface and cause it to
lose its dirt-repellent protective coating. Do not use sticky notes, transparent adhesive tape, masking tape or other types of adhesive on the stainless steel surface.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The surface is susceptible to scratching. Even 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 clean or defrost this ap-
pliance. Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-
ing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or pointed objects to
– remove frost and ice,
– separate frozen foods or remove ice trays.
Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to de-
frost 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 or which might cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

Transporting the appliance

Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its ori-
ginal transport packaging to avoid damage in transit.
Danger of injury and damage. The appliance is very heavy and
must be transported by two people.
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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.
Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to dam-
age any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the coolant channels in the condenser,
– bending any pipework, or
– scratching the surface coating.

Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)

This information is only relevant for recycling. In normal operation there is no risk.
The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it penet-
rates the airways.
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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 specific materials, com­pounds and components, which were essential for their correct function and safety. These could be hazardous to hu­man health and to the environment if disposed of with your domestic waste or if handled incorrectly. Please do not, therefore, dispose of your old appliance with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local com­munity waste collection / recycling centre for electrical and electronic ap­pliances, or contact your dealer or Miele for advice. You are also respons­ible (by law, depending on country) for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of.
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 into the envir­onment.
Please ensure that your old appliance presents no danger to children while being stored awaiting disposal. See "Warning and Safety instructions" for more information.
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How to save energy

Installation / 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) at the back of the appliance dusted at least once a year.
Refrigerator section 4 to 5°C
PerfectFresh zone just above 0 °C
Increased energy con­sumption
room.
In direct sunlight.
Near to a heat source (radi­ator, oven).
Where the ambient room temperature is above 25°C.
Ventilation gaps covered or dusty.
Dust build-up on the com­pressor and metal grille (heat exchanger).
The lower the temperature, the higher the energy con­sumption.
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Freezer section -18°C
How to save energy
Normal energy consump­tion
Use Drawers and shelves ar-
ranged 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 when shopping and load 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.
Store food covered or pack­aged.
Increased energy con­sumption
Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness. The appliance will cool down and the compressor will run for longer periods.
Hot food or food at room temperature raises the tem­perature inside the appli­ance. The appliance will cool down and the compressor will run for longer periods.
The evaporation or condens­ation of liquids will cause a loss of coldness.
Place frozen food in the refri­gerator to defrost.
Do not over-fill the appliance to allow air to circulate.
Poor air circulation will cause a loss of coldness.
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Guide to the appliance

Control panel

Sensor controls for refrigerator sec­tion
a
For switching Holiday mode on / off
b
For switching the SuperCool function
on and off
c
On sensor for the whole appliance/
Off sensor for the refrigerator section
d
For setting the temperature
( for warmer)
e
For setting the temperature
( for colder)
f
Display LEDs (see "Display LEDs" ta­ble for explanation)
g
Display with temperature and sym­bols (symbols only visible during use; see "Symbols in the display" table for explanation)
Sensor controls for the freezer sec­tion
h
For setting the temperature ( for warmer)
i
For setting the temperature ( for colder)
j
For switching the whole appliance on and off
k
For switching the Super freeze func­tion on and off
l
For switching the door or temperat­ure alarm off in the event of a power cut
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Guide to the appliance

Display LEDs and symbols in the display

Display LED Meaning
Super cool symbol (on
the left)/ Super freeze symbol (on the right)
Power failure Flashes during a power cut
Safety lock Lock to prevent the appliance from being
Alarm Flashes when the door or temperature alarm
Message/symbol in the display Meaning
DEMO Demo mode Demo mode has been activated (see "Prob-
Sabbath mode Switching Sabbath mode on and off
MENU Settings mode Lights up when settings are being selected
 Holiday mode Holiday mode has been activated (see "Us-
°C Temperature unit The factory default setting is °C; this can be
Function can be selected depending on sec­tion (see "Using Super cool and Super freeze").
switched off by mistake
is triggered
lem solving guide - Display warnings").
ing Holiday mode").
changed to °F
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Guide to the appliance
a
Control panel with display
b
Fan
c
Adjustable shelf
d
Interior lighting
e
Door shelf / Egg tray
f
Holder with active charcoal filter (Active AirClean)
g
Interior lighting
h
Bottle shelf with bottle holder
i
Slide regulator for setting the mois­ture level
j
PerfectFresh zone compartments
k
Condensate channel and drain hole
l
Frost Free module
m
Freezer drawers
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For easier installation there are trans­port handles on the back at the top and transport wheels underneath the appli­ance.

Accessories

Accessories supplied

Egg tray

Butter dish

Bottle holder

KKF-FF Active AirClean charcoal fil­ters with holder
The charcoal filters neutralise unpleas­ant odours in the refrigerator section for improved air quality.

Ice cube tray

Cool pack

Attach the bottle holder to the rear edge of the bottle shelf.
The bottle holder can be moved left or right. This way the bottles will be more secure when the appliance door is opened and closed.
The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of an interruption to the power supply. This can help prolong the stor­age time.
The cool pack will be at its most effect­ive after it has been in the freezer for approx. 24 hours.
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Accessories

Optional accessories

A range of useful Miele accessories and care products are available for your ap­pliance.

Stainless steel care

The stainless steel cleaning cloth is impregnated with stainless steel condi­tioner for optimum cleaning and protec­tion.
Each application of the stainless steel conditioner (supplied in a bottle) forms a water and dirt repellent protective coating. It gently removes water marks, fingerprints and other dirt for a uni­formly shiny surface.

Multi-purpose microfibre cloth

The microfibre cloth is suitable for re­moving fingerprints and light soiling from surfaces such as stainless steel, glass, plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals.
KKF-RF ActiveAirClean replacement filters
Replacement filters to the fit the Active AirClean holder are available. We re­commend replacing the charcoal filters every 6months.
KKF-FF Active AirClean charcoal fil­ters with holder
The appliance is supplied with a char­coal filter holder. Additional holders can be fitted in the refrigerator section, if re­quired.
Accessories are available to order via the Miele Webshop, from Miele dir­ectly (see back cover for contact de­tails) or from your Miele dealer.

MicroCloth Kit

The MicroCloth Kit contains a universal cloth, a glass cloth and a polishing cloth. These cloths are extremely rip-proof and hard-wearing. Thanks to very fine microfibres these cloths achieve excel­lent cleaning results.
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Before using for the first time

Before using for the first time

Packaging material

Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.

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. The appli­ance doors, and side panels where ap­plicable, have a protective foil.
Do not remove the foil until the appli-
ance has been positioned in its final location.

Cleaning and care

Please refer to the relevant instruc­tions in "Cleaning and care".
Important! Each time it is used, the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent forms a water-repellant and dirt­repellant protective coating.
Treat the stainless steel trim and
frames inside the appliance with the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent immediately after removing the protective foil (see "Guide to the ap­pliance – Optional accessories").
Treat the side panels of a stainless
steel appliance with the Miele stain­less steel conditioning agent immedi­ately after removing the protective foil (see "Guide to the appliance – Op­tional accessories").
Each time it is used the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent forms a wa­ter-repellant and dirt-repellant protect­ive coating.
Important! The stainless steel appli­ance doors have a special coating that is resistant to dirt. Do not treat them with Miele stainless steel conditioning agent.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.
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Switching on and off

Operating the appliance

A light touch of the finger on the sensors is all that is required to operate this appliance.

Switching on

The freezer section and the refrigerator section can be switched on at the same time using the two On/Off controls.
To enable the temperature to get suffi­ciently cold inside the appliance, allow the appliance to run for approx. 3-5hours (depending on ambient tem­perature) before placing food in it. Do not place food in the freezer until it has reached the required coldness (at least -18°C).
Touch one of the two On/Off con-
trols until the temperature display lights up.
The appliance will be switched on and the interior lighting will come on in the refrigerator section.
The temperature display for the refriger­ator section indicates the temperature in the refrigerator section.
– If the temperature in the freezer sec-
tion is above 0°C, dashes will flash in the temperature display for the freezer section.
– As soon as the temperature drops
below 0°C the temperature in the freezer section will flash in the dis­play.
– The display LED will flash until the
set temperature has been reached in the freezer section.
The appliance will gradually reach the pre-set temperatures:
– Temperature in the refrigerator sec-
tion= 3°C
– Temperature in the freezer sec-
tion=-18°C
Switching off the whole appli­ance
Touch the right-hand On/Off con-
trol until all of the indicators go out.
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If this is does not happen, the safety lock is still activated (see "Selecting fur­ther settings - Activating and deactivat­ing the safety lock). The refrigerator section interior lighting will go out and the cooling process will be switched off.
Switching on and off

Switching off the refrigerator section/ PerfectFresh zone separately

The refrigerator section/PerfectFresh zone can be switched off without hav­ing to switch off the freezer section. The freezer section cannot be turned off separately.
Tip: We recommend using the Holiday mode function if you are away on holi­day (see "Using Holiday mode"), so that the appliance operates at lower power rather than being switched off com­pletely.
If the Super cool function has been previously selected, it will be switched off automatically.
Touch the left-hand On/Off control
until the temperature display for the refrigerator section goes off.
If this is does not happen, the safety lock is still activated (see "Selecting fur­ther settings - Activating and deactivat­ing the safety lock). The refrigerator section is switched off. The temperature in the freezer section will still be shown in the display. The re­frigerator section interior lighting will go out.

Switching the refrigerator section/ PerfectFresh zone on separately (if previously switched off)

Touch the left-hand On/Off control
to switch on the refrigerator section.
The refrigerator section/PerfectFresh zone will be switched on and will start to cool down. It will reach the set tem­perature. The interior lighting will come on when the refrigerator section door is opened.
Switching off for longer peri­ods of time
If, during a long absence, the ap-
pliance is switched off but not cleaned and the door(s) left shut, there is a danger of mould building up inside the appliance.
It is essential to clean the appliance.
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 andleave the door(s) ajar to air the appli-
ance and avoid odours building up in­side the appliance.
It is also advisable to carry out the last two instructions if you are switching the refrigerator section off for a longer period of time.
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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
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 within spe­cific ambient temperatures (climate range). Do not use in ambient tem­peratures for which it is not designed.

. . . in the refrigerator section and in the PerfectFresh zone

We recommend a temperature of 4 °C in the refrigerator section.
In the PerfectFresh zone the temperat­ure is controlled automatically and is in the range 0to 3°C.

Automatic temperature distribution (DynaCool)

The fan switches on automatically when the cooling system for the refrigerator switches on. It distributes the temperat­ure in the appliance to all areas more evenly so that all the food will be chilled to about the same degree.

. . . in the freezer 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 fully 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.
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The correct temperature

Temperature display

In normal operation the upper temper­ature display shows the average, cur-
rent temperature in the refrigerator section and the lower temperature display the highest temperature in the freezer section.
Depending on the ambient temperature and the temperature setting, it can take the appliance a few hours to reach the temperature required and for this tem­perature to then be shown as a con­stant temperature in the display.
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 or cook it before freezing it again.

Setting the temperature

Use the and arrow sensors to
set the temperature higher or lower.
The following information shows in the display while the sensors are being touched:
– Touching a sensor once: the last
temperature selected flashes.
– Each subsequent touch of the
sensor: adjusts the temperature shown in 1°C increments.
– Keeping a finger on the sensor
changes the temperature continu­ously.
Approximately 5 seconds after the last time a sensor has been touched, the current temperature inside the appli­ance is automatically shown.
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The correct temperature

Temperature range

– The temperature in the refrigerator
section can be adjusted from 3°C to 7°C.
– The temperature in the freezer sec-
tion can be adjusted from -14°C to
-26°C.
Tip: If you have adjusted the temperat­ure, wait for approx. 6hours if the ap-
pliance is not very full and for approx. 24hours if the appliance is full before
checking the temperature display, as it will take this long for the appliance to give an accurate reading.
If, after this time, the temperature is
still too high or too low, you will need to adjust it again.

Temperature in the PerfectFresh zone

In the PerfectFresh zone the temperat­ure is automatically maintained between 0and 3°C.
However, if you would like it to be warmer or colder, e.g. when storing fish, you can adjust the temperature slightly.
How to adjust the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone is described in "Se­lecting further settings - Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone".
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Using Super cool and Super freeze

The following functions can be selec­ted, depending on section.
– Refrigerator section
Super cool
– Freezer section
Super freeze
Super cool function
The Super cool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator section to its lowest setting (depending on the room temperature).
Tip: Super cool is particularly recom­mended for the rapid chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drink.
When Super cool is switched on, the appliance will work at full power to lower the temperature in the appliance.
It switches itself off automatically after approx. 12hours.
Tip: To save energy, Super cool can be switched off once food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
When Super cool is switched off the ap­pliance reverts to working at normal power.
If Holiday mode is switched on, this will be switched off when the Super cool function is selected.
Super freeze function
For optimum results switch on the Su­per freeze function before putting fresh food into the freezer section. This helps food to freeze quickly and retain its nu­trients, vitamins, flavours and appear­ance.

Exceptions:

– when placing food in the freezer that
is already frozen.
– when freezing up to 2kg fresh food
daily.
The Super freeze function should be switched on 6hours before placing food in the freezer section. When freezing the maximum amount of food the Super freeze function should be switched on 24hours be- forehand.
When Super freeze is switched on, the appliance will work at full power to lower the temperature in the appliance.
The Super freeze function will switch it­self off automatically after approx. 65hours. The quantity of fresh food placed in the freezer will determine the duration before the Super freeze func­tion turns off.
Tip: To save energy, you can manually switch off Super freeze once the freezer section reaches a constant temperat­ure of -18°C or colder. Check the tem­perature in the freezer section.
When Super freeze is switched off, the appliance will run at normal power again.
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Using Super cool and Super freeze

Switching a function on or off

Touch the sensor for the function you
want.
– The display LED next to the corres-
ponding symbol will light up and the function will be switched on.
– The display LED next to the corres-
ponding symbol will go out and the function will be switched off.
After an interruption to the power sup­ply any function that was previously switched on will be switched off.
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Using Holiday mode

This function is useful when going on holiday if you do not wish to switch the fridge compartment off completely and do not need a high degree of cooling.
The freezer section remains switched on at -18°C. The refrigerator section is regulated at a temperature between 10 and 12°C, which automatically sets the temperat­ure in the PerfectFresh zone to between 8and 10°C. In this way the refrigerator section remains in operation whilst sav­ing energy.
Do not store any temperature-
sensitive food which goes off easily such as fruit, vegetables, fish, meat and dairy products during this time.
Food which does not go off quickly
can be stored in the appliance for some time at this temperature and the energy consumption is lower than in normal operation. This also prevents the build-up of odours and mould which can occur if the refrigerator section is switched off and the door is closed.
Switching Holiday mode on / off
If Holiday mode cannot be switched on, the refrigerator section has been switched off separately.
If the Super cool function is switched on, this will be switched off when Holi­day mode is selected.
If previously switched on, Holiday mode will switch off if there is an inter­ruption to the power supply.
Touch the sensor briefly.
In normal operation the upper temperat­ure display shows  and the lower temperature display the highest cur- rent temperature in the freezer section.
Switching off: Touch the sensor.
The appliance will start cooling the Re­frigerator zone/PerfectFresh zone down to the previously set temperature.
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Temperature and door alarm

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

Temperature alarm

An alarm will sound if the temperature in the freezer section becomes too warm. The display LED flashes.
Audible and visual signals will be activ­ated, for example,
– when the appliance is switched on if
the temperature in the appliance dif­fers greatly from the set temperature,
– if a lot of room air enters the freezer
when food is being loaded, re­arranged or taken out,
– when freezing large amounts of food
at once,
– when freezing fresh food which is still
warm,
– in the event of a power cut,
– if the appliance has a fault.
The alarm will stop and the display will go out as soon as the reason for the alarm has been resolved.

Switching the temperature alarm off early

If the noise disturbs you, you can switch the alarm off if you wish.
Touch the sensor. The alarm will stop. The display LED
will continue to flash until the cause of the alarm has been resolved.

Door alarm

The appliance is fitted with a warning system to avoid increased energy con­sumption and food becoming warm if the door is left open.
An alarm will sound if the appliance door has been left open for longer than 60seconds.
The alarm will stop and the display will go out as soon as the door is closed.

Switching the door alarm off early

If the noise disturbs you, you can switch the alarm off if you wish.
Touch the sensor.
The alarm will stop.
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 or cook it before freezing it again.
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Selecting further settings

Selecting further settings

In Settings mode certain settings can be adjusted and functions selected, al­lowing you to adjust the appliance to suit your requirements.
See the following pages for more in­formation on these settings.
The door alarm or any other alarm are automatically suppressed when you are in Settings mode. No alarm will sound. Exception: If there is an appli­ance fault (F+numbers), Settings mode will be exited automatically. The fault code will be shown in the display and an alarm will sound (see "Problem solving guide - - Display warnings").
The freezer section control panel (to the right-hand side of the display) must be used to apply the desired set­tings.

Settings overview

Switching Sabbath mode on and off
Setting display brightness
Changing the temperature unit°C/°F
Activating or deactivating the lock
Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone

Sabbath mode

The appliance offers a Sabbath pro­gramme for the purposes of religious observance.
The following are switched off:
– the interior lighting when the door is
opened,
– all acoustic and visual signals,
– temperature displays,
– Holiday mode, Super cool and Super
freeze (if previously selected).
When Settings mode is activated the Super freeze control can still be selec­ted.
The Sabbath mode function will switch off automatically after approx. 120hours.
Ensure that the doors are properly closed, as visual and audible alarms are switched off.
Any power failure during this time is not shown in the display. After a power failure the appliance restarts in Sabbath mode.
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Selecting further settings
Danger of food contamination!
Any power failure during Sabbath mode is not shown in the display. After a power failure the appliance will restart in Sabbath mode. When power is restored, no notification of the power failure will appear in the display.
If there is an interruption to the power supply during Sabbath mode, check the quality of the food. Do not consume any defrosted food.

Switching Sabbath mode on and off

Touch the Super freeze control to
the right-hand side of the display for approx. 5seconds.
MENU lights up in the display and flashes. Settings mode is now active.
Touch the Super freeze control to
access the Sabbath mode function.
Available settings: – : Sabbath mode is switched off – : Sabbath mode is switched on
If Sabbath mode was previously switched off,  is offered.
If Sabbath mode was previously switched on,  is offered.
Touch the SuperFreeze control to
confirm the setting.
MENU lights up in the display and flashes.
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To leave Settings mode touch the On/
Off control.
When Sabbath mode is switched on, will be lit up in the display.
Switch off Sabbath mode after the
Sabbath has passed.
Selecting further settings

Setting display brightness

The display brightness can be adjusted to suit lighting conditions in the room.
The brightness can be adjusted in stages from (lighting off) to (maximum brightness). The brightness is set to  at the factory.
Touch the Super freeze control to
the right-hand side of the display for approx. 5seconds.
MENU lights up in the display and flashes. Settings mode is now active.
Touch one of the sensor controls for
setting the temperature ( and ) re­peatedly until appears in the dis­play.
Touch the Super freeze control to
confirm your selection.
The most recently selected setting will appear in the display.
By touching one of the sensor con-
trols for setting the temperature ( and ), you can then select the de­sired level of brightness for the dis­play. The display will light up at the level of brightness you just selected.
Touch the Super freeze control to
confirm your selection.
MENU lights up in the display and flashes.
To leave Settings mode touch the On/
Off control.

Changing the temperature unit (°C/°F)

The temperature can be displayed in either Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).
Touch the Super freeze control to
the right-hand side of the display for approx. 5seconds.
MENU lights up in the display and flashes. Settings mode is now active.
Touch one of the sensor controls for
setting the temperature ( and ) re­peatedly until  appears in the dis-
play.
Touch the Super freeze control to
confirm your selection.
Available settings:
–: degrees Celsius
–: degrees Fahrenheit
If was previously set,  is now offered.
If was previously set,  is now offered.
Touch the SuperFreeze control to
confirm the setting.
MENU lights up in the display and flashes.
To leave Settings mode touch the On/
Off control.
The desired temperature unit will be set.
The brightness will now be set to the new level.
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Selecting further settings

Activating or deactivating the lock

The safety lock function can be activ­ated to prevent the appliance being switched off by mistake.
Touch the Super freeze control to
the right-hand side of the display for approx. 5seconds.
MENU lights up in the display and flashes. Settings mode is now active.
Touch one of the sensor controls for
setting the temperature and re­peatedly until appears in the dis­play.
Touch the Super freeze control to
confirm your selection.
Available settings: – : The safety lock is deactivated – : The safety lock is activated
If the safety lock was previously deac­tivated,  is offered.
If the safety lock was previously activ­ated,  is offered.
Touch the SuperFreeze control to
confirm the setting.
MENU lights up in the display and flashes.
To leave Settings mode touch the On/
Off control.
The display LED lights up when the safety lock is activated.

Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone

In the PerfectFresh zone the temperat­ure is automatically maintained between 0and 3°C. However, if you would like it to be warmer or colder, e.g. when stor­ing fish, you can adjust the temperature slightly.
The adjustment is made in stages (to).
Under certain circumstances, a set­ting from  to can cause negat­ive temperatures to be reached. Food could freeze.
Select a higher level.
Touch the Super freeze control to
the right-hand side of the display for approx. 5seconds.
MENU lights up in the display and flashes. Settings mode is now active.
Touch one of the sensor controls for
setting the temperature ( and ) re­peatedly until appears in the dis­play.
Touch the Super freeze control to
confirm your selection.
The most recently selected setting will appear in the display.
By touching one of the sensor con-
trols for setting the temperature ( and ), you can then select the de­sired temperature in the PerfectFresh zone.
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Touch the Super freeze control to
confirm your selection.
MENU lights up in the display and flashes.
To leave Settings mode touch the On/
Off control.
The temperature in the PerfectFresh zone is now set to the new level.
Selecting further settings
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Storing food in the refrigerator section

Danger of explosion.
Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products con­taining propellants (e.g. spray cans).
If storing food which contains a
lot of fat or oil in the appliance or the appliance door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
Make sure that no oil or grease leaks onto the plastic parts of the appli­ance. This can cause the plastic to crack and break.

Different storage zones

Due to natural air circulation there are different temperature zones in the refri­gerator section.
Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest sec­tion of the appliance. Make use of the different temperature zones when pla­cing food in the appliance.
To allow air to circulate efficiently, do not pack food too closely together in the refrigerator.
This appliance has automatic Dynamic cooling, which helps to keep an even temperature when the fan is running, making the difference between the various zones is less pronounced.

Warmest area

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

Coldest area

The coldest area in the refrigerator sec­tion is directly above the PerfectFresh zone dividing plate and at the back of the appliance. The temperature in the PerfectFresh zone compartments is even colder.
Use these areas in the refrigerator and in the PerfectFresh zone 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,
Do not cover the fan in the rear wall of the refrigerator, as this is essential for keeping the appliance cool.
Food must not touch the back of the refrigerator section as it may freeze to the back wall.
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– 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.
Storing food in the refrigerator section
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator sec­tion
Not all food is suitable for refrigeration at temperatures below 5°C as some food is sensitive to cold. The appear­ance, consistency, taste and / or the vit­amin content of certain types of food can be adversely affected by being stored in too cold a place.
Food which does not tolerate cold tem­peratures includes:
– Pineapples, avocados, bananas,
pomegranates, mangoes, melons, papayas, passion fruit, citrus fruits (such as lemons, oranges, mandar­ins, grapefruit),
– Fruit which is not yet ripe
– Aubergines/eggplant, cucumbers,
potatoes, peppers/capsicum, toma­toes, courgettes/zucchini,
– Some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan.

When shopping for food

The freshness of food when first placed in the appliance is the most important factor in determining how long it stays fresh, and how long it can be kept in the appliance. Always observe the use-by date and the recommended storage temperature. Time out of the refrigerator should be kept to a minimum, for example, when transporting food in a hot car.
Tip: Take a cool bag with you when shopping and on return place food into the appliance immediately.

Storing food correctly

Food should generally be stored covered or packaged in the refrigerator section (there are some exceptions to this rule in the PerfectFresh zone - see below). 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 protein-based food such as meat or fish. The growth of bacteria, such as sal­monella, can be avoided by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene.
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Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone

The PerfectFresh zone provides ideal storage conditions for fruit, vegetables, fish, meat and dairy products. Food stays fresh considerably longer while retaining both flavour and vitamins.
In the PerfectFresh zone the temperat­ure is controlled automatically and is in the range 0to 3°C. While lower than the temperature in a standard refriger­ator, this is the optimum temperature range for storing fresh food which is not sensitive to cold. The deterioration pro­cess is decelerated at this temperature range so food can be stored without loss of freshness for considerably longer than in a standard refrigerator.
The humidity level in the PerfectFresh zone can also be regulated to suit the food being stored. Food retains its own moisture if stored at a higher humidity and so does not dry out as quickly. This allows it to stay crisp and fresh for longer.
Remember that the fresher the food when placed in the appliance, the longer it will stay fresh.
Take food out of the PerfectFresh zone approx.30to60minutes before using it. The aroma and taste do not fully develop until the food has reached room temperature.
The PerfectFresh zone is divided into two areas:
The PerfectFresh zone compartments have a regulator which is used to adjust the relative humidity. Slide the regulator to the or  relative humidity setting.
– Setting:
In the dry compartment the humidity is not increased, the temperature is between 0and3°C. The regulator opens the vents in the compartment so the humidity es­capes. You can use the dry compartment to store fish, meat, dairy products and all kinds of food, providing it is wrapped.
– Setting:
In the humidity controlled compart- ment the humidity is increased, the temperature is between 0and3°C. The regulator closes the vents in the compartment so the humidity cannot escape. Store fruit and vegetables in this compartment.
Each type of food has its own charac­teristics which determine the specific storage conditions it requires.
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Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone

Dry compartment

The dry compartment is ideal for storing foods which perish easily, such as
– fish and seafood;
– meat, poultry and sausages;
– salads and lettuce;
– dairy products, e.g. yogurt, cheese,
cream, quark etc;
– you can also use the dry compart-
ment to store all kinds of food, providing it is wrapped.
The main advantage of the dry com­partment is the low temperature (rather than the humidity). The humidity in the dry compartment is approximately the same as in a standard refrigerator.
Please note that food rich in protein de­teriorates faster than other types of food. Shellfish, for example, deteriorates faster than fish, and fish deteriorates faster than meat.
Humidity controlled compart­ment
The humidity level greatly depends on the type and quantity of food being stored, if stored unwrapped. If the quantity of food being stored in this compartment is small, the humidity level may be low.
Tip: If you are only storing a small amount of food, wrap it in airtight pack­aging.
High humidity in the humidity con­trolled compartment can cause con­densate to build up on the floor of the compartment as well as beneath the lid.
Use a cloth to remove the condens­ate.
Always keep these foods covered or wrapped.
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Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone
The following tips may help if you find that food you have stored does not keep well (e.g. food becomes limp or wilts after only being stored for a short time):
Only use the appliance for storing
fresh food. The condition of the food when it is first placed in the appliance is an important factor in determining how long it stays fresh.
Clean the PerfectFresh compartments
before storing food in them.
Allow very moist food to drain before
placing it in the PerfectFresh zone
Do not store food which is sensitive
to cold in the PerfectFresh zone (see "Food which is not suitable for storing in the refrigerator").
Select the correct PerfectFresh com-
partment as well as the correct posi­tion for the humidity controlled com­partment regulator (humidity not in­creased or humidity increased).
Increased humidity in the humidity
controlled compartment is achieved via the moisture present in the food being stored, i.e. the more food stored in the compartment, the higher the humidity. If too much moisture has gathered on the floor of the compartment and the food has been affected, select the setting. Otherwise dry the floor and under­neath the lid with a cloth and place a rack or similar item in the compart­ment so that moisture can then drip down. If the humidity level becomes too low, wrap the food in airtight packaging.
If you think that the temperature in
the PerfectFresh zone is too high or too low, try regulating it by altering the temperature of the refrigerator section slightly by 1 to 2 °C. The tem­perature must be increased if ice crystals start to form on the floor of the PerfectFresh zone as otherwise the cold temperature will damage the food.
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Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section)

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 on the protective strip 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.

Removing the PerfectFresh zone drawers

The drawers in the PerfectFresh zone are on telescopic runners, and can be removed for filling, emptying or cleaning purposes:
Remove the bottle shelf from the door to make it easier to take out the draw­ers.
Pull the drawers out as far as they will
go.
Holding the sides of the drawer at the
back, lift it up and then pull it for­wards and out.
Push the runners back in again to avoid damaging them.
Carefully pull the lid between the
drawers slightly forwards, and take it down and out.
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Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section)
Be careful not to wash out the spe­cial lubricant in the telescopic run­ners during cleaning. Wipe the telescopic runners with a damp cloth to clean them.
To replace the lid, insert it from be-
neath into the holders and push it back until it clicks into place.
To replace the drawers Push the runners back in completely
and then place the drawers on them.
Push the drawers back into the appli-
ance until they click into position.

Adjusting the door shelf / bottle shelf

Danger of injury! Only move door shelves / bottle
shelves when they are empty.
Lift the clip-on tray/shelf up and out
of the stainless steel frame to remove.
Push the stainless steel frame up and
remove it by pulling it forward.
Replace the stainless steel frame in
the required position. Ensure that it is securely pushed back in the correct position.
Some stainless steel frames are
easier to remove and replace when you take hold of them together with the bar at the back and remove by pulling upward.
Replace the clip-on container in the
stainless steel frame.
You can remove the clip-on containers completely from the door shelves to fill and empty them and then replace them. The clip-on containers can also be taken to the table with the food still in them and used as a serving tray.

Adjusting the bottle holder

The bottle holder can be moved left or right. This way the bottles will be more secure when the appliance door is opened and closed.
The bottle holder can be removed com­pletely (for example for cleaning):
To do this, push the front edge of the
bottle holder up and disengage it.
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Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section)

Moving the charcoal filters

With very strong smelling food (e.g. very ripe cheese):
– Place the holder with the charcoal fil-
ters on the shelf where this food is kept.
– Change the charcoal filters earlier if
necessary.
– Use more charcoal filters (with hold-
ers) in the appliance (see "Accessor­ies - Optional accessories").
The holder for the charcoal filters sits on the protective strip at the back of the shelf.
Pull the charcoal filter holder upwards
to remove it from the protective strip.
Refit it on the protective strip of the
shelf you wish to use it on.
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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 ca-
pacity ....kg/24hrs".
The maximum freezing capacity given on the data plate has been calculated according to DINENISO15502Stand­ard.

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, 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 fin-
ished 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 pos-
sible.
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 suit-
able for freezing:
Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish, ve­getables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy products, cakes, leftovers, egg yolks, egg whites and a range of pre­cooked meals.
– The following types of food are not
suitable for freezing: Grapes, lettuce, radishes, soured cream, mayonnaise, eggs in their shells, onions, whole raw apples and pears.
– To retain colour, taste, aroma and vit-
amin C, vegetables should be blanched before they are frozen. To do so place them portion by portion into boiling water for 2–3minutes. 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.
– Separate chops, steaks, cutlets etc.
with a sheet of plastic freezer film. This prevents them from freezing to­gether in a block.
– Do not salt or season raw food or
blanched vegetables before freezing. Cooked food should only be lightly salted and seasoned. Some herbs in­tensify the taste of food when frozen.
– Placing hot foods or drinks in the
freezer causes food that is already frozen to partially thaw and increases energy consumption. Allow hot foods and drinks to cool down before pla­cing them in the freezer.

Packaging food for freezing

Freeze food in portions.
Suitable packing material
– Plastic freezer bags
– Tubular polythene freezer bags
– Aluminum foil
– Freezer containers
Unsuitable packing material
– Wrapping paper
– Greaseproof paper
– Cellophane
– Bin bags
– Plastic carrier bags Expel as much air as possible from
the packaging.
Close the packaging tightly with
– Rubber bands
– Plastic clips
– String
– Freezer tape
Tip: Freezer bags may also be sealed using home heat sealing kits.
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 appliance

When freezing more than 2kg of
fresh food, switch on the Super freeze function for some time before placing the food in the freezer (see "Using Super cool, Super freeze and DynaCool - Super freeze function").
This helps create a cold reserve in food which is already stored in the freezer.

Placing food in the freezer

The following maximum loading
weights must not be exceeded: – freezer drawer = 25kg – glass cold plate = 35kg
Unfrozen food should not touch frozen food as this will cause frozen food to begin to thaw.
Make sure that the packaging and
containers are dry to prevent them sticking together when frozen.

- Freezing the maximum amount of food (see data plate)

Ensure ventilation slots at the back of the freezer section are always free from obstruction.
If the ventilation slots are blocked the cooling performance will decrease and energy consumption will in­crease.
Place food on the glass plate in such a way that the ventilation slots are not blocked.
Remove the upper freezer drawers.Place the food flat on the upper glass
cold plates so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as possible.
Once the freezing process is com-
plete, place the frozen food in the freezer drawer and push it back in.

- Freezing small quantities of food

Place the food in the upper freezer drawers.
Place the food flat in the bottom of
the freezer drawers so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as pos­sible.
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Freezing and storing food

Storage time for frozen food

The storage life of food is very variable, even at a constant temperature of
-18°C. Decomposition processes also take place in frozen food, albeit at a very reduced speed. For example fat can become rancid from contact with oxygen in the air. This is why lean meat can be stored approx. twice as long as fatty meat.
The storage times quoted are guide val­ues for the storage life of different food groups in the freezer section.
Food group Storage
time (Months)
Ice cream 2 to 6
Bread, baked goods 2 to 6
Cheese 2 to 4
Fish, oily 1 to 2
Fish, lean 1 to 5
Sausage, ham 1 to 3
Game, pork 1 to 12
Poultry, beef 2 to 10
Vegetables, fruit 6 to 18

Defrosting

Frozen food can be defrosted in differ­ent ways:
– in a microwave oven,
– in an oven using "Fan heat" or the
"Defrost" setting,
– at room temperature,
– in the refrigerator section (the cold
given off by the frozen food helps to keep the other food cold),
– in a steam oven.
Flat pieces of partially thawed fish can be placed directly into a hot frying pan.
Meat and 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. Ensure that meat and fish (e.g. mince, chicken, fish fillets) do not come into contact with other foods while defrosting. Catch the liquid and dispose of it carefully.
Fruit should be defrosted at room tem­perature in its packaging, or in a covered bowl.
Herbs 6 to 10
Where the storage time given on the packaging differs, follow the advice on the packaging.
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.
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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.

Cooling drinks quickly

To cool drinks quickly, place them in the refrigerator section and switch on the Super cool function.
When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour. Otherwise they could burst.

Adjusting the interior fittings

Removing the drawers and glass plates from the freezer section

The drawers can be removed for filling, emptying or cleaning purposes.
You can also use the space in the freezer section more flexibly. If you wish to freeze large items such as a turkey or game, the glass cold plates between the drawers can be removed.
Pull out the drawers as far as they will
go, and then lift them up and out.
Lift the glass plate slightly, pull it for-
wards and out.

Using accessories

Cool pack

The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut. This can help pro­long the storage life.
Place the cool pack in the top freezer
drawer.
The cool pack will be at its most effect­ive after it has been in the freezer for approx. 24 hours.
–In the event of a power cut
Place the frozen cool pack directly on
top of the frozen food in the front of the top drawer.
Tip: When placing fresh food in the freezer, use the cool pack to separate the fresh food from the food which is already frozen so that the frozen food does not begin to thaw.
Tip: The cool pack can also be used in a cool bag to keep food or drinks cool for a short period of time.
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Ice cubes

Fill the ice cube tray three quarters
full of water and place it on the bot­tom of one of the freezer drawers.
Once frozen, use a blunt instrument,
for example a spoon handle, to re­move the ice tray from the freezer if it is stuck.
Tip: 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 time.
Freezing and storing food
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Defrosting

Refrigerator section and PerfectFresh zone

The refrigerator section and the PerfectFresh zone defrost automatically.
Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section and PerfectFresh zone whilst the com­pressor is running. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evap­orate automatically with the warmth generated by the compressor.
The condensate is drained away through a channel and drain hole, then fed into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance.
Condensate must be able to
drain away unhindered at all times. Keep the condensate channel and
drain hole clean to enable this.

Freezer section

The appliance is equipped with a "Frost free" system. The freezer defrosts auto­matically.
The moisture generated in the appli­ance collects on the condenser and is automatically defrosted and dissipated from time to time.
This automatic defrosting system en­ables the freezer to remain permanently ice-free, however, the food stored in the freezer will not defrost.
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Cleaning and care

Do not let water get into the
electronic unit or the lighting.
Steam from a steam cleaning ap-
pliance could reach the electrical components and cause a short cir­cuit.
Do not use a steam cleaning appli­ance to clean the appliance.
Cleaning water must not get into the drain hole.
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 agents

The stainless steel appliance doors have a special coating that is resistant to dirt. Do not use Miele stainless steel conditioning agent on these surfaces, as this will cause visible streaks.
Cleaning and conditioning agents used inside the appliance must be food safe.
– solvent-based cleaning agents,
– stainless steel cleaning agents,
– dishwasher cleaner,
– oven sprays,
– glass cleaning agents,
– hard, abrasive sponges and brushes
(e.g. pot scourers),
– eraser blocks,
– sharp metal scrapers.
To clean the stainless steel surfaces on the appliance we recommend us­ing the original Miele Care product for stainless steel (see "Optional ac­cessories"). Unlike stainless steel cleaning agents, the conditioning agent does not con­tain any abrasive substances and will gently remove soiling. Each time it is used, it forms a water and dirt repel­lent protective coating.
We recommend using lukewarm water with a little washing-up liquid to clean surfaces of the appliance.
The following pages contain important information on cleaning.
To avoid damaging the surfaces of the appliance, do not use the following:
– cleaning agents containing soda, am-
monia, acids or chlorides,
– cleaning agents containing descaling
agents,
– abrasive cleaning agents (e.g. scour-
ing powder, scouring liquid, or pumice stones),
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Cleaning and care

Preparing the appliance for cleaning

Switch the appliance off.
appears in the display and cooling is switched off.
Disconnect it from the mains.Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
Remove the shelves and bottle shelf
from the door.
Take out the freezer drawers and
glass plates.
Hold the dividing panel with both
hands and pull it out.

Dismantling an adjustable shelf

Before cleaning the shelf remove the plastic trim and protective strip at the back of the shelf. To do this:
Place the shelf on a worktop covered
with a soft material (e.g. a tea towel).
Then pull the protective strip off.After cleaning the shelf reattach the
protective strip.
Take out all other removable parts for
cleaning.
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning the interior and ac­cessories
Clean the appliance at least once a month.
Remove soiling immediately to prevent it from drying on.
Clean the interior with a clean
sponge, lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid.
After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a soft cloth.
The stainless steel trim on the
door shelves is not suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher.
Remove the shelf from the stainless steel frame before placing in a dish­washer.
The following parts cannot be cleaned in a dishwasher:
– stainless steel frames of adjustable
shelves
– the protective strips at the back of
the adjustable shelves
– all drawers and the compartment lid
(depending on model)
– the bottle rack
– the cool pack These accessories should all be hand
washed.
The following parts are suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher:
The maximum temperature of the
dishwashing programme selected must not exceed 55°C.
Contact with natural dyes e.g. from carrots, tomatoes and ketchup may discolour the plastic parts in the dishwasher. This discolouration does not affect the stability of the parts.
– the bottle holder, butter dish, egg
tray, ice cube tray (depending on model)
– the bottle shelf and shelves in the
door (with stainless steel trim re­moved)
– the adjustable shelves (without white
protective strips)
– the holder for the charcoal filter (op-
tional accessory)
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.
The PerfectFresh zone drawers are on
telescopic runners. Clean the tele­scopic runners with a damp cloth.
Be careful not to wash out the
special lubricant in the telescopic runners during cleaning.
Miele stainless steel conditioning
agent can be used to remove any soiling from the stainless steel trim.
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Cleaning and care
Tip: It is important to treat the stainless
steel trim with Miele stainless steel con­ditioning agent each time it is cleaned. This will protect the surface and help prevent re-soiling.
Leave the door open to air the appli-
ance for a short while and to prevent odours building up.
Cleaning the front of the appli­ance and the side panels
If soiling is left on for any length of time, it may become impossible to remove.
Surfaces may suffer discolouration or damage.
Therefore it is best to remove soiling from the appliance door and side panels immediately.
All surfaces are susceptible to scratching. Contact with unsuitable cleaning agents can alter or discol­our the surfaces.
See "Cleaning agents" at the begin­ning of this section.

Appliance front

The appliance front has a high quality, special finish (CleanSteel). It is resistant to soiling and is very easy to clean.
Do not use stainless steel
cleaning agent on this surface. This would damage the coating.
Do not use stainless steel condi­tioning agent on this surface. This
will cause noticeable streaks.

Side panels

Use Miele stainless steel conditioning
agent to remove any soiling.
Tip: Treat them with Miele stainless steel conditioning agent immediately after cleaning. Each time it is used, it forms a water and dirt repellent protect­ive coating. This will protect the surface and help prevent re-soiling.
The surfaces should be cleaned using
a solution of hot water and a little washing-up liquid applied with a soft sponge. They can also be cleaned with a damp microfibre cloth (without using any cleaning agent).
After cleaning, wipe with clean water
and dry with a soft cloth.
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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the door seals

If a door seal is damaged or if it
has come out of the groove, the door will not close properly and cooling performance will be reduced.
Condensate will build up in the in­terior and this can cause a build-up of ice.
Do not damage door seals and en­sure that they do not come out of their groove.
Do not use any grease or oil on door seals as these will cause them to de­teriorate and become porous over time.
Door seals should be cleaned regu-
larly with clean water, and then wiped dry with a soft cloth.

After cleaning

Replace all shelves and accessories
in the appliance.
Reconnect to the mains and switch
the appliance back on.
Switch on the Super freeze function
for a while so that the freezer section can cool down quickly.
Switch on the Super cool function for
a while so that the refrigerator section can cool down quickly.
Place food in the refrigerator section
and close the door.
Place the freezer drawers with the
frozen food back in the freezer sec­tion and close the door.
When the temperature in the freezer
section is a constant -18°C or colder press the Super freeze button to switch the Super freeze function off.
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Cleaning and care

Replacing the charcoal filters

Replace the charcoal filters in the holder every 6months.
Replacement KKF-RF charcoal filters can be obtained from your Miele dealer, Miele or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com.
Tip: The charcoal filter holder is dish­washer-proof.
Pull the charcoal filter holder upwards
to remove it from the shelf.
When in position the charcoal filters must not touch the back wall of the appliance as the moisture could cause them to stick to the back wall.
Insert the new charcoal filters into the holder so that they do not pro­trude over the edge of the holder.
Remove both charcoal filters and
place the new filters with the framed edge pointing downwards in the holder.
Place the holder in the middle of the
raised edge at the back of the shelf, so that it clicks into position.
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Problem solving guide

Many malfunctions and faults that can occur in daily operation can be easily remedied. Time and money will be saved because a service call will not be needed.
The following guide may help you to find the reason for a malfunction or a fault, and to correct it.
To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.
Problem Cause and remedy
The appliance is not getting cold and the in­terior lighting does not come on when the door is opened.
The compressor runs continuously.
The compressor is switching on more fre­quently and for longer periods of time, so the temperature in the ap­pliance is dropping.
The appliance has not been switched on. Switch the appliance on.
The mains plug is not inserted in the socket correctly or the plug connector is not inserted into the socket at the back of the appliance correctly.
Insert the mains plug into the mains socket and
the plug connector into the appliance socket cor­rectly and switch on.
Check whether the mains fuse has tripped. There could be a fault with the appliance, the household electrical wiring or another electrical appliance.
Contact a qualified electrician or Miele.
This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressor runs at a lower speed, but for longer, when less cool­ing is required.
The ventilation gaps have been covered or become too dusty.
Do not block the ventilation gaps.Dust the ventilation gaps regularly.
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Problem solving guide
Problem Cause and remedy
The doors have been opened too frequently, or a large amount of fresh food has been placed inside and/or frozen at the same time.
Only open the doors when necessary and for as
short a time as possible.
The required temperature will re-establish itself after a while.
The doors are not properly closed. A thick layer of ice may have formed in the freezer.
Close the appliance doors.
The required temperature will re-establish itself after a while.
If a thick layer of ice has formed, it will reduce effi­ciency and increase the energy consumption.
Defrost the appliance and clean it.
The ambient temperature is too high. The higher the room temperature, the longer the compressor will run for.
See "Installation - Location".
The temperature setting is too low. Adjust the temperature.
A large amount of food is being frozen at once. See "Freezing and storing food".
The Super cool function is still switched on. You can switch off the Super cool function earlier
to save energy.
The Super freeze function is still switched on. You can switch off the Super freeze function earlier
to save energy.
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Problem Cause and remedy
The compressor comes on less and less often and for shorter periods of time. The temperat­ure in the appliance rises.
The door seal is dam­aged and needs to be replaced.
Ice or condensation has built up inside the appli­ance.
An LED indicator light is flashing at the back of the appliance at the bottom near the com­pressor (depending on model).
This is not a fault. The set temperature is too high.
Adjust the temperature.Check the temperature again after 24 hours.
The food begins to defrost. The room temperature is lower than the ambient tem­perature for which the appliance is designed. Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the compressor to switch off for too long, causing the freezer to become too warm.
See "Installation - Location".Increase the temperature of the room.
No tools are required to change the door seal. Change the door seal. These are available from
Miele.
The door seal has come out of its groove. Check that the door seal is correctly seated in the
groove.
The door seal is damaged. Check whether the door seal is damaged.
This is not a fault. The electronic unit for the com­pressor is equipped with an operation and fault dia­gnosis LED indicator light which flashes every 15 seconds (depending on model).
Problem solving guide
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Problem solving guide

Display warnings

Message Cause and remedy
DEMO is shown in the display. The appliance does not get cold, al­though the appliance controls are working.
The temperature display is dark and is shown in the display.
The LED is lit up in the display and the ap­pliance cannot be used.
A buzzer is sounding. The door alarm has been activated (also see "Tem-
Demo mode is activated. This allows the appliance to
be presented in the showroom without the cooling system being switched on. Do not activate this setting for domestic use.
Call Service.
Sabbath mode is switched on: The interior lighting is switched off and the appliance is cooling down.
You can switch Sabbath mode off at any time (see
"Selecting additional settings – Switching Sabbath mode on and off").
The safety lock has been activated. Completely deactivate the safety lock (see "Select-
ing additional settings – Activating and deactivat­ing the safety lock").
perature and door alarm"). Close the relevant appliance door.
The alarm will stop.
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Message Cause and remedy
The LED lights up in the display and a buzzer is also sounding.
The temperature alarm has been activated (see "Temperature and door alarm"). The temperature in the freezer section has risen higher or fallen lower than the temperature set. This could be due to, for example:
– the freezer door being opened too often, or being
left open.
– a large quantity of fresh food being placed in the
freezer at once without switching on the Super freeze function.
– an interruption to the power supply.
– a fault with the appliance.
Rectify the cause of the alarm. The display LED goes out and the buzzer stops
sounding.
The temperature display will stop flashing as soon as the temperature has dropped to the correct level.
Depending on the temperature displayed, you
should check whether food in the freezer has star­ted to thaw or has defrosted. If it has, it should be used as soon as possible. Defrosted food may only be re-frozen after it has been cooked.
Problem solving guide
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Problem solving guide
Message Cause and remedy
The LED lights up in the display and a buzzer is also sounding. The temperature display for the freezer section is flashing.
"F0toF9" appears in the display.
Indication of an interruption to the power supply: the temperature in the appliance over the last few days or hours has risen too high because of a power cut or interruption to the power supply. The appliance will go back to the last temperature setting when the power is back on.
Touch the sensor.
The warmest temperature recorded in the freezer sec­tion will flash for about 1minute in the temperature display for the freezer section.
Touch the sensor.
The warmest temperature displayed will disappear. The display will then revert to showing the current temperature in the freezer section.
Depending on the temperature displayed, you
should check whether food in the freezer has star­ted to thaw or has defrosted. If it has, it should be used as soon as possible. Defrosted food may only be re-frozen after it has been cooked.
There is a fault. Call Service.
There is an appliance fault: this display always has priority over any settings which have just been selec­ted. An appliance fault has priority over any current door and/or temperature alarms displayed.
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The interior lighting is not working.

Problem Cause and remedy
The interior lighting is not working.
The appliance has not been switched on. Switch the appliance on.
Sabbath mode is switched on: the temperature dis­play is dark and is shown in the display.
You can switch Sabbath mode off at any time (see
"Selecting additional settings – Switching Sabbath mode on and off").
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 there is a fault.
Danger of electric shock.
There are live electrical components under the lighting cover.
The LED lighting may only be repaired or replaced by a Miele authorised service technician.
Danger of injury from LED lighting. Light in-
tensity corresponds to laser beam class 1/1M. The lighting covers must not be removed or dam-
aged, or be removed due to damage. This could cause injury to your eyes.
Do not look into the LED lighting (laser beam class 1/1M) with optical instruments (e.g. magnifying glass or similar).
Problem solving guide
Call Service.
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Problem solving guide

Other problems

Problem Cause and remedy
Food has frozen to­gether.
The external walls of the appliance feel warm.
The food packaging was not dry when placed in the freezer.
Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon handle or
plastic scraper, to prise it apart carefully.
This is not a fault. The warmth created by the evapor­ator is used to prevent condensation.
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Noises

Normal noises
Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise
Blubb, blubb ...
Click ... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the
Sssrrrrr ... You can sometimes just hear the sound of the fan inside the ap-
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.
Noises Cause and remedy
Rattling, vi­brating
What causes them
can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on.
A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes.
motor on and off.
pliance.
the appliance.
The appliance is uneven. Realign the appliance using a spirit level. Do so by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance or place something underneath it.
The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of fur­niture. Move it away.
Drawers or shelves are unstable or sticking. Check all removable items and refit them correctly.
Bottles or containers are touching each other. Separate them.
The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of the appliance. Remove them.
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After sales service

Contact in case of malfunction

In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele Dealer or Miele Service.
Contact information for Miele Service can be found at the end of this docu­ment.
Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes and that a call-out charge will be applied to service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in this booklet.
Please quote the model and serial num­ber of your appliance when contacting Miele. This information can be found on the data plate.
The data plate can be found inside the appliance.

Warranty

The appliance warranty is valid for 2 years from date of purchase. In the UK, you must activate your cover by calling 0330 160 6640 or registering online at www.miele.co.uk.
For more information on country-spe­cific warranty terms and conditions, please contact Miele Customer Service.
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Electrical connection

The appliance is supplied with a power cable and moulded plug ready for con­nection to an AC 230 V 50 Hz supply.
The fuse rating must be at least 10 A (13 A in the UK).
This appliance must be connected to a suitable switched socket which is easily accessible. The electrical connection must comply with current local and na­tional safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).
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 present. There must be an all-pole con­tact gap of at least 3 mm in the switch (including switch, fuses and relays ac­cording to EN60335).
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.
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead. 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 appliance must not be used with so-called energy-saving devices either. These reduce the amount of en­ergy supplied to the appliance, causing it to overheat.
If the mains cable needs to be replaced this must be done by a suitably quali­fied person.
Do not plug in other appliances behind this appliance.
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Installation

Fire risk and danger of damage!
Appliances which give off heat, such as toasters, mini-ovens or double burner hobs, can catch fire.
Do not place them on top of this re­frigeration appliance.
Fire risk and danger of damage!
Do not place a naked flame, e.g. a candle on top of or beside this appli­ance.

Side-by-side combinations

As a general rule, refrigerators and freezers should not be installed side­by-side with other such appliances so as to avoid a build-up of condensation between them and the damage this can cause.
However your refrigeration appliance can be installed "side-by-side" because it is equipped with built-in heating units in the side panels.
Please contact your dealer for specific information about which combinations will work with your appliance.

Location

This appliance should be installed in a dry, well-ventilated room.
When deciding where to install your re­frigeration appliance please bear in mind that it will use more energy if in­stalled near to a heater, a cooker or other appliance that gives off heat. Dir­ect sunlight should also be avoided. The higher the room temperature, the longer the compressor runs and the higher the energy consumption is.
When installing the appliance, please note:
– The socket must be easily accessible
in an emergency, not concealed be­hind the appliance.
– The plug and cable must not touch
the rear of the appliance as they could be damaged by vibrations from the appliance.
– Do not plug in other appliances be-
hind this appliance.
In environments with high hu-
midity condensation can build up on
the external appliance panels. This can lead to corrosion of the
panels. For prevention, it is advisable to in-
stall the appliance with sufficient ventilation in a dry and/or air condi­tioned room.
Please ensure that the appliance doors close properly, the ventilation gaps are not covered over and the appliance is installed in accordance with these instructions.
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Installation

Climate range

The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range (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
temperature
SN +10to +32°C
N +16to +32°C
ST +16to +38°C
T +16to +43°C
Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the compressor to switch off for too long, causing the internal tem­perature in the appliance to rise with the risk of food deteriorating and going off.

Ventilation

Air at the back of the appliance gets warm.
To ensure efficient ventilation the
ventilation gaps must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis.

Fitting wall spacers supplied

The wall spacers supplied must be used in order to achieve declared en­ergy consumption values and to pre­vent the build-up of condensation at high ambient temperatures. Appliance depth is increased by approx. 35mm with the wall spacers fitted. If the wall spacers are not used the functionality of the appliance is not affected. En­ergy consumption is only slightly in­creased with less distance between the appliance and the wall.
Fit the wall spacers onto the back of
the appliance on the top left and right.
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Installation

Installation
Two people are required for in-
stalling the appliance.
The appliance must be empty
when it is installed.
Move the appliance carefully on
floors that are sensitive to scratching to prevent damage.
For easier installation there are trans­port handles on the back at the top and transport wheels underneath the appliance.
Prepare the appliance for installation
as close as possible to its intended installation location.
Connect the appliance to the electri-
city supply as described in "Electrical connection".
Move the appliance carefully to its in-
tended installation location.
Position the appliance with the wall
spacers (if used) or the back close to the wall.

Aligning the appliance

To align the appliance, adjust the
front feet using the spanner supplied.
If necessary, also align the two rear adjustable feet using the two front ad­justing devices (located beside the front adjustable feet).
Turn the adjusting device clockwise
using a socket wrench to raise the appliance up at the back.
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Levelling the appliance door

Ensure that you unscrew adjustable
foot from the hinge plate until it sits on the floor. Then unscrew the foot by a further ¼turn.
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Installation

Building the appliance into a kitchen run

If the ventilation gaps given are
not observed, the compressor will run more frequently and for longer periods.
This will result in increased energy consumption and a higher operating temperature for the compressor. This may, in turn, cause damage to the compressor.
It is essential to observe the ventila­tion gaps given.
* The appliance depth is increased by approx. 35mm for appliances with wall spacers fitted.
The appliance can be built into a kit­chen run and installed directly next to a kitchen furniture housing unit. The ap­pliance front must protrude in front of furniture fronts by at least 34mm* at the sides and by at least 55mm* in the middle. This enables the doors to be opened and shut without being ob­structed. To match the height of the rest of the kitchen, the appliance can be fit­ted with a suitable top box.
When installed next to a wall a dis­tance of at least 55mm must be main­tained on the hinge side between the wall and the appliance.
The larger the ventilation gap, the more economically the compressor will work.
– A ventilation gap of at least 50mm
depth must be provided at the back of the appliance behind the whole width of the top box for air to circu­late.
Top boxRefrigeration applianceHousing unitWall
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– The cross-section of the air inlet and
outlet under the ceiling must be at least 300cm2 to ensure that air can
circulate without obstruction.

Appliance dimensions

Installation
* Dimensions without wall spacers. Appliance depth is increased by 35mm with the wall spacers supplied fitted.
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Installation
* Dimensions without wall spacers. Appliance depth is increased by 35mm with the wall spacers supplied fitted.
A
[mm]
KFN 16947 D ed/cs 2000 2012 2020
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B
[mm]
C
[mm]

Changing the door hinging

The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand hinging is required, the hinges must be changed.
Two people are needed for chan-
ging the door hinging.
If a door seal is damaged the
door will not close properly and cool­ing performance will be reduced.
Condensate will build up in the in­terior and this can cause a build-up of ice.
Do not damage the door seal.
Preparing to change the door hinging
To change the door hinging, you will need the following tools:
Place a suitable cover on the floor in
front of the appliance to protect the appliance doors and your floor from damage.

Removing the door handles

When you pull the door handle, the
sidebar slides back.
Pull sidebar firmly to the back out
of the guides on the mounting plate.
Now loosen the four screws (TX15) in
the mounting plate and remove the handle.
Remove the cover caps from the op-
posite side, and fit them into the empty holes.
Remove the shelves/bottle shelf from
the appliance door.
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Changing the door hinging

Removing the upper soft-close mechanism

Open the upper appliance door.
If a door seal is damaged the
door will not close properly and cool­ing performance will be reduced.
Condensate will build up in the in­terior and this can cause a build-up of ice.
Do not damage the door seal.
Loosen the panel from the soft-
close mechanism by inserting a flat­headed screwdriver into the gaps from below and, taking care, gradu­ally lift the panel off.
Push the panel toward the appli-
ance and leave it hanging there between the door and appliance to start with.
Place red safety aid (supplied with
the appliance) onto soft-close mech­anism and click it into position.
The safety aid prevents the hinge from snapping shut.
Do not remove the red safety aid until instructed to do so.
Gently loosen cover from latch by
inserting a flat-headed screwdriver from above and below.
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Changing the door hinging
Push pin up and out from below
using a flat-headed screwdriver.
Remove cover .
Now the soft-close mechanism and the appliance are no longer connected.
Remove panel.
Push soft-close mechanism
bracket as far as it will go toward the handle side.
Loosen screw in soft-close mech-
anism and spacer.
Lever out the housing together with
the soft-close mechanism using a flat-headed screwdriver in the middle.
Then, lever the housing together with
the soft-close mechanism out of the latch from the appliance side.
Put the soft-close mechanism to one
side.
Push the spacer towards the hinge
side and out.
Place the spacer to one side.
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Changing the door hinging

Removing the upper door

Loosen cover by carefully inserting
a flat-headed screwdriver into the gap from below and remove it.
Unscrew hinge part, turn it 180°,
and fit it on the opposite side. If ne­cessary, drill holes for the screws.
Remove upper cover by sliding it
forward from the back and then lifting it up and off.
Remove cover by lifting it up and
off.
Danger of injury when removing
the door. As soon as the hinge pin is located in
the upper door rather than in the middle hinge plate, the lower door is not secured and could fall off.
Ensure that the hinge pin remains located in the middle hinge plate and in the lower door.
Carefully lift the upper door up and
off and put it to one side.
Click cover back on the opposite
side.
Refit cover on the opposite side.
Close the upper door.
Danger of injury when removing
the appliance door. The appliance door is not secure
once the hinge plate has been re­moved.
The door must be held by a second person.
Loosen screws in the upper hinge
plate and pull the hinge plate up and off.
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Removing the lower soft-close mechanism

Open the lower door.
If a door seal is damaged the
door will not close properly and cool­ing performance will be reduced.
Condensate will build up in the in­terior and this can cause a build-up of ice.
Do not damage the door seal.
Loosen panel from the soft-close
mechanism by inserting a flat-headed screwdriver into the gaps from above and, taking care, gradually lift the panel off.
Changing the door hinging
Push the panel toward the appli-
ance and leave it hanging there between the door and appliance to start with.
Place safety aid (supplied with the
appliance) on the soft-close mechan­ism.
The safety aid prevents the hinge from snapping shut.
Do not remove the red safety aid until instructed to do so.
Use a flat-headed screwdriver to
carefully remove cover from the side.
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Changing the door hinging
Tip the appliance back slightly with
the help of another person if required.
Push pin up and out from under-
neath.
Now the soft-close mechanism and the appliance are no longer connected.
Remove panel.
Push soft-close mechanism
bracket as far as it will go toward the handle side and
loosen screw in soft-close mech-
anism and spacer.
Lever out the housing together with
the soft-close mechanism using a flat-headed screwdriver in the middle.
Then, lever the housing together with
the soft-close mechanism out of the latch from the appliance side.
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Put the soft-close mechanism to one
side.
Push the spacer towards the hinge
side and out.
Place the spacer to one side.

Removing the lower door

Close the lower door.
Danger of injury when removing
the lower door. As soon as the hinge pin is removed
from the lower door in the following instructions, the door is no longer secured.
The door must be held by a second person.
Changing the door hinging
Lift stoppers for both doors from
their bearing bushes and reinsert them on the opposite side.
Remove hinge pin from the middle
of the appliance by pulling it up.
Tip: Please note that grey plastic cover on the middle hinge plate can fall off when the door is being removed.
Carefully lift the lower door off and
place it to one side.
Pull cover off.Unscrew hinge plate, turn it 180°,
and screw it into place on the oppos­ite side.
Turn plastic cap 180° and refit it in
the middle of the hinge plate.
Refit cover on the opposite side.
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Changing the door hinging

Refitting the lower door

Pull hinge pin complete with
washer and adjusting foot up­wards to remove.
Remove stopper.  Undo screws and remove hinge
plate .
Unscrew hinge part from hinge
plate, turn it 180°, and screw it into the opposite hole in the hinge plate.
Insert stopper into the other hole.
Reinsert hinge pin complete with
washer and adjustable foot.
Important! The lug on the hinge pin must point to the back again.
Place the lower door on hinge pin
from above.
Close the lower door.
In the middle of the appliance, insert
hinge pin through hinge plate and into the lower appliance door.
Remove cover .  Remove screw and screw it into
the outermost hole on the opposite side.
Turn cover through 180° and refit it
on the opposite side.
Screw hinge plate onto the oppos-
ite side, using only the outer two slots. Do not use the screw in the middle because otherwise you will not be able to align the appliance door with the outer slots later on.
Important! Screw adjustable foot
into hinge pin as far as it will go.
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Inserting the lower soft-close mechanism

Remove cover from panel, turn
it 180°, and reinsert it on the other side.
Changing the door hinging
Use screw to secure the spacer
and soft-close mechanism in place.
Hook the spacer into latch (A) on the
handle side.
Hook the soft-close mechanism into
latch (B) on the appliance side.
Push both parts out so that they are firmly engaged.
Attach panel onto soft-close
mechanism bracket.
Pull soft-close mechanism bracket
toward the hinge plate and insert pin from above so that the square sits in the depression.
Fit cover back into place so that it
engages.
Make sure that cover fits properly so that the door can be closed without hindrance and the pin is secured.
Remove the safety aid.
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Changing the door hinging
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2
3
Replace panel onto the soft-close
mechanism from above, clicking it back into place first at the bottom and then at the top.
Close the lower door.

Refitting the upper door

Fit the upper door onto hinge pin
in the middle of the appliance.
Close the upper door.
Fit hinge plate on the opposite
side and secure it in place with screws.
Tip: If necessary, drill holes for the screws.
Refit cover on the opposite side.Align the appliance door with the ap-
pliance housing using the slots in the lower hinge plate. Then tighten the screws.
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Inserting the upper soft-close mechanism

Remove cover from panel, turn
it 180°, and reinsert it on the other side.
Changing the door hinging
Use screw to secure the spacer
and soft-close mechanism in place.
Hook the spacer into latch (A) on the
handle side.
Hook the soft-close mechanism into
latch (B) on the appliance side.
Push both parts out so that they are firmly engaged.
Attach panel onto soft-close
mechanism bracket.
Slide cover on from the side so
that the openings for pin are aligned.
Pull soft-close mechanism bracket
toward the hinge plate and insert pin from above so that the square sits in the depression.
Snap cover completely into place.
Make sure that cover fits properly so that the door can be closed without hindrance and the pin is secured.
Remove the safety aid.
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Changing the door hinging
Replace panel onto the soft-close
mechanism from above, clicking it back into place first at the bottom and then at the top.
Close the upper door.

Refitting the handle

Danger of damage!
The door seal can be damaged if the handle is fitted incorrectly.
Please make sure you follow the in­structions below carefully when you refit the handle.
Loosely attach the handle to the op-
posite side of the door with the two front screws .
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The mounting plate must be posi­tioned on the door housing so that when the door is closed it is flush with the outer wall of the appliance.
Firmly tighten all 4 screws .  From the appliance side, slide the
sidebar into the guide on the mounting plate until it audibly clicks into place.
Make sure that sidebar does not come into contact with the door seal when the door is opened. This can cause permanent damage to the door seal.

Aligning the appliance doors

The appliance doors can be aligned with the appliance housing after they have been fitted.
In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what you have to do.
To align the lower door use the long outer slots in the lower hinge plate:
Remove centre screw from the
hinge plate.
Align the upper door using the long outer slots in the middle hinge plate:
Slightly loosen both screws.  Align the door by sliding the hinge
plate to the left or right.
Then tighten screws.
Slightly loosen both outer screws.  Align the door by sliding the hinge
plate to the left or right.
Then tighten screws again.
Screw does not need to be refit­ted.
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