Miele KFN 29683 D obsw User manual

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, IE, ZA M.-Nr. 10 360 970

Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 5
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 12
How to save energy............................................................................................. 13
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 15
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 17
Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 17
Optional accessories............................................................................................. 18
Using for the first time ........................................................................................ 19
Before using for the first time................................................................................ 19
Connecting the appliance ..................................................................................... 19
Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 20
Touch display ........................................................................................................ 20
Switching on.......................................................................................................... 20
Start screen ........................................................................................................... 21
Switching off.......................................................................................................... 22
Switching off for longer periods of time ................................................................ 24
The correct temperature..................................................................................... 25
. . . in the refrigerator section and in the PerfectFresh Pro zone ........................... 25
Automatic temperature distribution (DynaCool) ............................................... 25
. . . in the freezer section ....................................................................................... 25
Temperature display .............................................................................................. 26
Setting the temperature......................................................................................... 26
Temperature range ...........................................................................................27
Temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro zone ....................................................... 27
Using Super cool and Super freeze ................................................................... 28
Super cool function........................................................................................... 28
Super freeze function ....................................................................................... 28
Switching a function on or off ............................................................................... 29
Displaying a selected function ......................................................................... 29
Temperature and door alarm.............................................................................. 30
Temperature alarm................................................................................................. 30
Door alarm............................................................................................................. 31
Selecting further settings ................................................................................... 32
Settings overview .................................................................................................. 32

Contents
3
Explanation of the different Settings ..................................................................... 34
Switching Party mode on or off ....................................................................34
Switching Holiday mode on / off ................................................................ 35
Using the minute minder (QuickCool timer) ................................................36
Activating or deactivating the safety lock .............................................. 37
Switching the appliance off......................................................................... 37
Switching Sabbath mode on/off ................................................................... 38
Setting the duration before the door alarm sounds ..................................... 39
Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh Pro zone............................. 39
Switching the sensor tone on / off......................................................... 39
Setting the volume / Switching off alarms and audible tones..................... 39
Setting the display brightness..................................................................... 40
Setting the temperature unit°C/°F ................................................................... 40
Switching off Demo mode............................................................................. 40
Resetting to the factory default settings.................................................... 40
Accessing Information................................................................................... 40
Replace charcoal filter reminder.................................................................. 41
Clean ventilation grille reminder .................................................................. 41
Storing food in the refrigerator section............................................................. 42
Different storage zones ......................................................................................... 42
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ......................... 43
When shopping for food........................................................................................ 43
Storing food correctly............................................................................................ 43
Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone........................................................ 44
Dry compartment ............................................................................................... 45
Humidity controlled compartment , /........................................................ 45
Storage results for food stored in the PerfectFresh Pro zone ............................... 47
Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section) ......................................... 48
Adjusting the door shelf / bottle shelf ................................................................... 48
Moving the adjustable shelves / adjustable shelves with lighting......................... 48
Adjusting the bottle rack ....................................................................................... 48
Removing the PerfectFresh Pro zone drawers ...................................................... 49
Moving the charcoal filters .................................................................................... 50
Moving and fitting the bottle holder ...................................................................... 50
Freezing and storing food................................................................................... 51
Maximum freezing capacity .................................................................................. 51
Freezing fresh food................................................................................................ 51
Storing frozen food................................................................................................ 51
Home freezing ....................................................................................................... 52
Adjusting the interior fittings.................................................................................. 55

Contents
4
Using accessories ................................................................................................. 56
Defrosting............................................................................................................. 57
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 58
Cleaning agents..................................................................................................... 58
Preparing the appliance for cleaning..................................................................... 59
Cleaning the interior and accessories ................................................................... 61
Cleaning appliance doors and side panels ........................................................... 63
Cleaning the ventilation grille ................................................................................ 64
Cleaning the door seals......................................................................................... 64
Replacing the charcoal filters ................................................................................ 65
After cleaning ........................................................................................................ 66
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 67
Noises................................................................................................................... 79
After Sales / Guarantee....................................................................................... 80
Information for test institutes............................................................................. 81
Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 82
Connecting the appliance ..................................................................................... 83
Installation............................................................................................................ 84
Location................................................................................................................. 84
Climate range ........................................................................................................ 85
Ventilation.............................................................................................................. 85
Fitting wall spacers supplied................................................................................. 86
Limiting the opening angle of the door ................................................................. 86
Installation ............................................................................................................. 87
Building the appliance into a kitchen run .............................................................. 88
Appliance dimensions ........................................................................................... 89
Changing the door hinging ................................................................................. 90
Release the cable from the upper door hinge....................................................... 91
Connect the cable to the upper door hinge ........................................................ 103
Aligning the appliance doors............................................................................ 106

Warning and Safety instructions
5
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 instruc-
tions.
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 appliance is intended for use in domestic households and
similar working and residential environments.
It is not intended for outdoor use.
 This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and
storing food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food, freez-
ing 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 in-
correct use of the appliance.

Warning and Safety instructions
6
 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 recog-
nise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
 Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must be
kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing, children
could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their head and
suffocate.
Technical safety
 The coolant system is tested for leaks. This appliance complies
with statutory safety requirements and the appropriate EU
guidelines.

Warning and Safety instructions
7
 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 green-
house 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 com-
pressor, 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.
 The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it
should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in
a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up.
For every 8 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 re-
quirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installa-
tion tested by a qualified electrician.

Warning and Safety instructions
8
 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.
 Do not use in a damp or wet environment (e.g. garage or utility
room). Moisture could reach live components or the electrical con-
nection and cause a short circuit.
 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.
 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 guarantee, repairs should only be un-
dertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
guarantee 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.

Warning and Safety instructions
9
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 in-
side 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 temperat-
ure.
 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.
 Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or li-
quids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could ex-
plode.
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, caus-
ing 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.

Warning and Safety instructions
10
 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 manu-
facturers will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liab-
ility.
Cleaning and care
 Scratches on the door glass can result in the glass breaking. Do
not use abrasive cleaners, hard sponges, brushes or sharp metal
tools to clean the door glass.
 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.

Warning and Safety instructions
11
 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.
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 them-
selves 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.

Caring for the environment
12
Disposal of the packing mater-
ial
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 manufactur-
ing process and also reduces the
amount of waste in landfill sites.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic equipment of-
ten contain valuable materials. They
also contain materials which, if handled
or disposed of incorrectly, could be po-
tentially hazardous to human health and
to the environment. They are, however,
essential for the correct functioning of
your appliance. Please do not therefore
dispose of it with your household
waste.
Please dispose of it at your local com-
munity waste collection / recycling
centre.
Take care not to damage the pipework
at the back of it before or during trans-
portation to an authorised collection de-
pot.
In this way, coolant 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.

How to save energy
13
Normal energy consump-
tion
Increased energy con-
sumption
Installation site /
Maintenance
In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated
room.
Protected from direct sun-
light.
In direct sunlight.
Not near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Near to a heat source (radi-
ator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient
room temperature is approx.
20 °C.
Where there is a high ambi-
ent room temperature.
Ventilation gaps uncovered
and dusted regularly.
Ventilation gaps covered or
dusty.
Temperature
setting
Refrigerator section 4 to
5°C
The lower the temperature,
the higher the energy con-
sumption.
PerfectFresh Pro zone just
above 0 °C
Freezer section -18°C

How to save energy
14
Normal energy consump-
tion
Increased energy con-
sumption
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.
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.
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, be-
fore it begins to thaw.
Allow hot food and drinks to
cool down before placing
them in the appliance.
Hot food or food at room
temperature raises the tem-
perature inside the appli-
ance. The appliance will cool
down and the compressor
will run for longer periods.
Store food covered or pack-
aged.
The evaporation or condens-
ation of liquids will cause a
loss of coldness.
Place frozen food in the refri-
gerator to defrost.
Do not over-fill the appliance
to allow air to circulate.
Poor air circulation will
cause a loss of coldness.

Guide to the appliance
15
This drawing is for illustration purposes only.
aControl panel with display
bRefrigerator section interior lighting
cFan
dAdjustable shelf
eDoor shelf / Egg tray
fHolder with Active AirClean filters
gBottle rack
hAdjustable shelf with lighting
(FlexiLight)
iBottle shelf with bottle holder
jPerfectFresh Pro Info system
kPerfectFresh Pro zone, dry compart-
ment
lCondensate channel and drain hole
mRegulator for setting the moisture
level in the humidity controlled com-
partment
nPerfectFresh Pro zone, humidity
controlled compartment
oFreezer section interior lighting
pRecessed handle with door opening
aid (Click2open)
qFreezer drawers
rVentilation grille
For easier installation there are trans-
port handles on the back at the top and
transport wheels underneath the appli-
ance.

Guide to the appliance
16
Symbols in the display
Operation
Symbol Function
Standby For switching on the whole appliance;
For switching on the refrigerator section
separately
Settings mode For selecting settings (see "Selecting further
settings")
 /Minus / Plus For altering a setting (e.g. temperature)
OK For confirming a setting
/Navigation arrow
Left/right
For scrolling in Settings mode to select a
setting
Back For exiting a menu
Information
Symbol Meaning
Standby The appliance is connected to the electrical
supply but is not switched on.
The refrigerator section is switched off sep-
arately.
Freezer section Identifies the freezer section temperature
display.
Super cool (refrigerator
section) / Super freeze
(freezer section)
Function can be selected depending on sec-
tion (see "Using Super cool and Super
freeze").
Temperature alarm Alarm (see "Problem solving guide - Display
warnings").
Door alarm Alarm (see "Problem solving guide - Display
warnings").
Power failure Alarm (see "Problem solving guide - Display
warnings").

Accessories
17
Accessories supplied
Bottle holder
The flexible ribs grip the bottles se-
curely when the door is opened and
closed.
Bottle rack
Bottles can be stored horizontally using
the bottle rack to save space.
The bottle rack can be placed at differ-
ent positions in the appliance.
Egg tray
Butter dish
KKF-FF Active AirClean charcoal fil-
ters with holder
The charcoal filters neutralise unpleas-
ant odours in the refrigerator section for
improved air quality.
Ice cube tray

Accessories
18
Cool pack
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 stor-
age time.
The cool pack will be at its most effect-
ive after it has been in the freezer for
approx. 24 hours.
Optional accessories
A range of useful Miele accessories and
care products are available for your ap-
pliance.
These products and other useful ac-
cessories can be ordered via the inter-
net, from Miele (see back cover for
contact details) or from your Miele
dealer.
Stainless steel care
Each application of the Miele stainless
steel conditioner (supplied in a bottle)
forms a water and dirt repellent protect-
ive coating. It gently removes water
marks, fingerprints and other dirt for a
uniformly shiny surface.
The stainless steel cleaning cloth is
impregnated with stainless steel condi-
tioner for optimum cleaning and protec-
tion.
Bottle rack
The appliance is supplied with a bottle
rack for the refrigerator section. Addi-
tional bottle racks can be fitted if re-
quired.
KKF-FF Active AirClean charcoal fil-
ters with holder
The appliance is supplied with a char-
coal filter holder. Additional holders can
be fitted in the refrigerator section, if re-
quired.
KKF-RF
Active AirClean replacement filters
Replacement filters to fit the Active
AirClean holder are available. We re-
commend replacing the charcoal filters
every 6months.
Multi-purpose microfibre cloth
The microfibre cloth is suitable for re-
moving fingerprints and light soiling
from surfaces such as stainless steel,
glass, plastic and chrome without the
use of chemicals.
Door opening angle limiter
The door hinges are set at the factory
so that the door can be opened up to
115°. If the appliance door hits an adja-
cent wall when opened, for example,
the opening angle can be limited to90°.

Using for the first time
19
Before using for the first time
Packaging material
Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
Protective foil
The stainless steel trim on the ad-
justable shelves and the door shelves
has a layer of protective foil to prevent
damage during transportation. The ap-
pliance doors and the side panels may
also have protective foil on them.
Do not remove the foil until the appli-
ance has been positioned in its final
location.
Cleaning and care
Please refer to the relevant instruc-
tions in "Cleaning and care".
Tip: We recommend treating stainless
steel surfaces with the Miele stainless
steel conditioning agent immediately
after removing the protective foil (see
"Accessories - Optional accessories").
Important. Each time it is used, the
Miele stainless steel conditioning
agent forms a water and dirt repellant
protective coating.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.
Connecting the appliance
Connect the appliance to the electri-
city supply as described in "Electrical
connection".

Standby
 will appear in the display.

Switching on and off
20
Touch display
The display can be scratched by
pointed or sharp objects, e.g. pens.
Only touch the display with your fin-
ger tips.
Touching the display with your finger
creates a tiny charge which releases an
electrical impulse. This impulse is re-
cognised by the touch display.
The touch display does not react if you
touch it with an object.
It is possible for the touch display to
not react to finger contact if your fin-
gers are cold.
Switching on
To enable the temperature to get suffi-
ciently cold inside the appliance, allow
the appliance to run for approx.
2hours before placing food in it.
Do not place food in the freezer sec-
tion until the temperature is at least
-18°C.

Standby
Touch  briefly.
The welcome message
Miele - Willkommen will appear in the dis-
play for approx. 3seconds.
If this does not happen and ap-
pears in the display, the safety lock is
still activated (see "Selecting further
settings - Activating or deactivating
the safety lock - Deactivating the
safety lock temporarily").