Miele KFNS 37232 iD User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge freezer
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance,
it is essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the first time.
M.-Nr. 09 713 630en-GB

Disposing of the packaging
materials
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.
Disposing of your old
appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain valuable materials. They
also contain materials which, if handled
or disposed of incorrectly, could be
potentially hazardous to human health
and to the environment. They are,
however, essential for the correct
functioning of your appliance. Please
do not therefore dispose of it with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre.
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.
Caring for the environment
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Caring for the environment..........................................2
Guide to the appliance .............................................5
Bottle rack......................................................7
Split shelf ......................................................7
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................8
How to save energy ...............................................16
Switching on and off ..............................................18
Before using for the first time.........................................18
To switch the refrigerator section off separately........................19
Switching off for longer periods of time .................................19
The correct temperature ...........................................20
...intherefrigerator and the PerfectFresh zone .........................20
Dynamic cooling ................................................20
...inthefreezer section ............................................20
Temperature display ...............................................21
Setting the temperature in the refrigerator / freezer sections ................22
Using Super cool and Super freeze ..................................23
Super cool .......................................................23
Super freeze .....................................................23
Temperature and door alarm .......................................25
Door alarm .......................................................25
Switching the alarm off early .........................................25
Selecting settings ................................................26
Settings mode ....................................................26
Activating and deactivating the lock ................................26
Storing food in the refrigerator......................................28
Different storage zones .............................................28
Food which is not suitable for storing in the refrigerator ....................29
When shopping for food ............................................30
Storing food correctly ..............................................30
Fruit and vegetables .............................................30
Protein rich foods ...............................................30
Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................31
Adjusting the door shelf/bottle shelf ...................................31
Moving the bottle holder ............................................31
Moving the shelves ................................................31
Freezing and storing food..........................................32
Contents
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Maximum freezing capacity..........................................32
Freezing fresh food ................................................32
Storing frozen food ................................................32
Home freezing ....................................................33
Hints on home freezing...........................................33
Packaging ....................................................33
Before placing food in the freezer section ............................34
Placing food in the freezer section ..................................34
Defrosting .......................................................35
Ice cubes ........................................................35
Cooling drinks ....................................................35
Defrosting .......................................................36
Refrigerator section ................................................36
Cleaning and care ................................................37
Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................38
Ventilation gaps ...................................................38
Door seals .......................................................39
Problem solving guide ............................................40
Noises ..........................................................47
After Sales / Guarantee ............................................48
Guarantee: U.K. ................................................48
Guarantee: Other countries ....................................48
Information for test institutes .......................................49
Electrical connection..............................................50
Installation ......................................................51
Side-by-side......................................................51
Location .........................................................51
Climate range ..................................................51
Ventilation .......................................................52
Before installing the appliance .......................................53
Building-in dimensions ...........................................54
Adjusting the door hinges .........................................55
Changing the door hinging .........................................56
Building in the appliance ..........................................59
Fitting the furniture doors............................................66
Adjusting the door ..............................................69
Addresses ......................................................75
Contents
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Control panel
aOn/Off button for switching the
refrigerator section on and off
separately
bRefrigerator section temperature
selector button
cSuper cool button
dDisplay
eAlarm symbol
fSuper cool symbol
gLock symbol
hTemperature display
iMain On/Off button for switching the
freezer section and the refrigerator
section on and off
jFreezer section temperature selector
button
kSuper freeze button
lAlarm off button
mMenu symbol
(Settings mode:
For activating and deactivating the
lock)
nMains connection symbol
Guide to the appliance
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aControl panel
bFan
cInterior lighting
dDoor shelf / Egg tray
eAdjustable shelf
fBottle shelf
gFruit and vegetable drawer
hCondensate channel and
drain hole
iFreezer drawers
Guide to the appliance
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Optional accessories
Bottle rack
Bottles can be stored horizontally using
the bottle rack to save space.
The bottle rack can be placed at
different positions in the appliance.
Split shelf
In order to accommodate tall items in
the appliance, one of the shelves is
divided. The front section can be
carefully pushed under the rear section.
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.
Optional accessories are available
from Miele or via the internet.
Guide to the appliance
7

This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements.
Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance,
please read these instructions carefully before installation and
before using it for the first time. They contain important
information on installation, safety, use and maintenance.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users
are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.
Correct application
~The appliance is intended for use in domestic households and
similar working and residential environments. It is not intended for
outdoor use.
~This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and
storing food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food,
freezing fresh food and for making ice.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.
Warning and Safety instructions
8

~The appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool
medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such
materials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such
purposes can cause deterioration of the items stored. The appliance
is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
~The appliance can only be used by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been
shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the
consequences or incorrect operation.
Safety with children
~Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
~Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance
unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way
and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect
operation.
~Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
~Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do
not let them play with it.
~Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must
be kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing,
children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their
head and suffocate.
Warning and Safety instructions
9

Technical safety
~The coolant system is tested for leaks. The appliance complies
with statutory safety requirements and the appropriate EU
guidelines.
~This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural
gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is flammable, it
does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the
greenhouse effect.
The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the
noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the
compressor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around
the system. This is unavoidable, and does not have any adverse
effect on the performance of the appliance.
Care must be taken during the transportation and installation of the
appliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking
refrigerant can damage the eyes.
In the event of any damage:
–avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark,
–disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply,
–ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several
minutes, and
–call the Service department.
Warning and Safety instructions
10

~The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it
should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in
a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up.
For every8gofcoolant at least 1 m3of 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 it is correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety
requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the electrical
installation tested by a qualified electrician.
~If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced
by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from
danger.
~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
connection and cause a short circuit.
~This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
~A damaged appliance can be dangerous. Check the appliance
for visible signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance.
~For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it has
been built in.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~The appliance must be disconnected from the mains electricity
supply during installation, maintenance and repair work. Ensure that
power is not supplied to the appliance until after it has been
installed or until after any maintenance or repair work has been
carried out.
~Installation, maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by
a Miele authorised service technician. Installation, maintenance and
repairs by unqualified persons could be dangerous.
~While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
guarantee is invalidated.
~Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when
original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must
only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts.
Correct use
~The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges
(ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range.
The climate range of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside
the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient
temperature will lead to the appliance switching off for longer
periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature.
~Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the
efficiency of the appliance, increase the electricity consumption and
could cause damage to the appliance.
~If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance or
the door, make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic
components as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Electrical components
could cause flammable vapours to ignite. Danger of fire and
explosion.
~Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric
ice-cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and
explosion.
~Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or
liquids which could freeze in the freezer section. The cans or bottles
could explode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.
~When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer section, make sure
bottles are not left in for more than one hour, otherwise they could
burst, causing injury or damage.
~Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the appliance with
wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food or metal parts.
Danger of frost burn.
~Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place
ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from the freezer.
The very low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost
burn to the lips and tongue.
~Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume
defrosted food as soon as possible, as it will lose its nutritional value
and spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be re-frozen
after it has been cooked.
~Observe the manufacturer's "use-by" dates and storage
instructions given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several factors, including the
freshness and quality of the food as well as the temperature at which
it is stored.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Only use genuine original Miele accessories with this appliance.
Using spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers will
invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liability.
Cleaning and care
~Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will
cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.
~Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance.
Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
~Do not use sharp edged objects to
– remove frost and ice,
– lift food.
They will damage the evaporator, causing irreversible damage to
the appliance.
~Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to
defrost it. These can damage the plastic parts.
~Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts and which may
cause the build up of gases and pose a danger to health.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Transporting the appliance
~Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its
original transport packaging to prevent damage in transit.
~Danger of injury and damage. The appliance is heavy and must
be transported by two people.
Disposal of your old appliance
~Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch or
lock unusable.
This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking
themselves in and endangering their lives.
~Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting
disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator,
– bending any pipework,
– scratching the surface coating.
Splashes of refrigerant can damage the eyes.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Installation site /
Maintenance
In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated
room.
Protected from direct
sunlight.
In direct sunlight.
Not near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient room
temperature is approx. 20 °C.
Where there is a high
ambient room temperature.
Ventilation gaps uncovered
and dusted regularly.
Ventilation gaps covered up
or dusty.
Temperature
setting
Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C The colder the temperature
in the refrigerator section,
the higher the energy
consumption.
Freezer section -18 °C
How to save energy
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Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Use Drawers, shelves and racks
arranged as they were when
the appliance was delivered.
Only open the door when
necessary and for as short a
time as possible.
Store food in an organised
way.
Frequent opening of the door
for long periods will cause a
loss of coldness. The
appliance works harder to
cool down and the
compressor runs for longer
periods.
Take an insulated cool bag
with you when shopping and
place food in the appliance as
soon as possible.
Replace any food removed as
quickly as possible, before it
begins to thaw.
Allow hot food and drinks to
cool down before placing
them in the appliance.
Hot food or food at room
temperature raises the
temperature inside the
appliance.
The appliance works harder to
cool down and the
compressor runs for longer
periods.
Store food covered or
packaged.
The evaporation or
condensation of liquids will
cause a loss of coldness in the
refrigerator.
Place frozen food in the
refrigerator to defrost.
Do not over-fill the appliance
to allow air to circulate.
How to save energy
17

Before using for the first time
Packing material
^Remove all the packing material from
the interior of the appliance.
Protective foil
The stainless steel trim to the interior
shelves and the door shelves has a
layer of protective foil to prevent
damage during transportation.
^Carefully remove the protective foil
from the stainless steel trim.
Cleaning
See "Cleaning and care" for more
information.
^Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories with lukewarm water
and a little washing-up liquid, and
then dry with a soft cloth.
Accessories
^Attach the bottle holder centrally
along the rear edge of the bottle
shelf, as shown.
The flexible ribs on the holder grip the
bottles securely when the door is being
opened and closed.
Switching on
The refrigerator and freezer sections
can be switched on together with the
main On/Off button on the right hand
side of the control panel.
^Press the main On/Off button on the
right hand side of the control panel to
switch on the freezer section and the
refrigerator section.
The temperature display lights up, the
appliance starts cooling and the interior
light will come on when the door is
opened.
To enable the temperature to get
sufficiently cold inside the appliance,
allow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it.
Do not place food in the freezer
section until the temperature is at
least -18 °C.
Switching on and off
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Switching off
^Press the main On/Off button on the
right hand side of the control panel to
switch off the freezer section and the
refrigerator section.
The freezer section and the refrigerator
section will switch off. If this does not
happen, the safety lock is still activated
(see "Customising Settings -
Deactivating the safety lock").
To switch the refrigerator section off
separately
The refrigerator section can be
switched off without having to switch off
the freezer section. This is useful e.g.
whilst on holiday.
^Press the On/Off button on the left
hand side of the control panel until
the display goes out.
The interior light and the temperature
display for the refrigerator section will
go out and the refrigerator section will
switch off.
The temperature display for the freezer
section will remain lit up.
To switch the refrigerator section on
again
^Press the On/Off button on the left
hand side of the control panel to
switch on the refrigerator section.
The refrigerator section temperature
display will light up. The refrigerator
section will start cooling. The interior
light will come on when the door is
opened.
Switching off for longer
periods of time
If the appliance is not going to be used
for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst
on holiday:
^switch the appliance off,
^disconnect it from the mains,
^clean the appliance out and
^leave the doors ajar to air it.
If, during a long absence, the
appliance is switched off but not
cleaned out and the door is left shut,
there is a danger of mould and
odours building up inside the
appliance.
Switching on and off
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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 in
specific ambient temperatures
(climate ranges). Do not use in
ambient temperatures for which it is
not designed.
...intherefrigerator and the
PerfectFresh zone
We recommend a temperature of 4°C
in the refrigerator section.
Dynamic cooling
The dynamic cooling 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.
...inthefreezer 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 defrosted food must not be re-frozen.
Food may be re-frozen once it has
been cooked, as the high temperatures
achieved when cooking destroy most
micro-organisms.
The correct temperature
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