Miele KFN 12823 SD edt User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge freezer
with dynamic cooling
KFN 12823 SD edt (-1)
KFN 12923 SD edt (-1)
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed or used for the
first time. M.-Nr. 07 749 970
en-GB

Guide to the appliance .............................................4
Caring for the environment..........................................6
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................7
How to save energy ...............................................12
Switching on and off ..............................................13
To switch the refrigerator section off separately........................14
Switching off for longer periods of time .................................14
The correct temperature ...........................................15
...intherefrigerator section.........................................15
...inthefreezer section ............................................15
Setting the temperature .............................................15
Temperature display ...............................................16
Temperature range ..............................................16
Alarm...........................................................18
Temperature alarm ................................................18
Door alarm .......................................................18
Super freeze and Dynamic cooling ..................................19
Super freeze .....................................................19
Dynamic cooling m...............................................20
Using the refrigerator efficiently ....................................21
Different storage zones .............................................21
Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator.........................22
When shopping for food ............................................22
Storing food correctly ..............................................22
Fruit and vegetables .............................................22
Unpacked meat and vegetables ...................................23
Protein rich foods ...............................................23
Meat .........................................................23
Adjusting the interior fittings .......................................24
Moving the shelves ................................................24
Split shelf ........................................................24
Adjusting the door shelf/bottle shelf ...................................24
Freezing and storing food..........................................25
Maximum freezing capacity..........................................25
Freezing fresh food ................................................25
Storing frozen food ................................................25
Contents

Home freezing ....................................................26
Hints on home freezing...........................................26
Packing .......................................................26
Before placing food in the freezer ..................................27
Placing food in the freezer ........................................27
Freezing large items ...............................................27
Defrosting .......................................................27
Ice cubes ........................................................28
Cooling drinks ....................................................28
Freezer tray ......................................................28
Cool pack........................................................29
Automatic defrost ................................................30
Cleaning and care ................................................31
Cleaning the outer casing, the interior and accessories ....................31
Ventilation gaps ...................................................32
Door seal ........................................................32
Problem solving guide ............................................33
Noises .........................................................36
After Sales / Guarantee ............................................37
Electrical connection..............................................38
Installation ......................................................39
Location .........................................................39
Climate range ..................................................40
Ventilation .......................................................40
Installation .......................................................40
Aligning the appliance..............................................40
Appliance dimensions ..............................................41
Changing the door hinging .........................................42
Aligning the appliance doors .......................................48
Building in the appliance ..........................................49
Contents

aOn button for the whole appliance
and
On/Off button for independently
switching the
refrigerator section on and off
bDynamic cooling button and
indicator light
cRefrigerator section temperature
selector button
dRefrigerator section temperature
display
eFreezer section temperature display
fFreezer section temperature selector
button
gSuper freeze button and indicator
light
hAlarm off button and indicator light
iMaster switch for switching
the whole appliance on and off
Guide to the appliance
4

aDynamic cooling fan
bButter and cheese compartment
cInterior lighting
dAdjustable shelves
eEgg tray
fDoor shelves
gBottle rack
hCondensate channel and
drain hole
iFruit and vegetable containers
jBottle shelf
kFreezer drawers
Guide to the appliance
5

Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and can normally be
recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation!
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure that they
are recycled.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially hazardous to
human health and to the environment.
They are, however, essential for the
correct functioning of your appliance.
Please do not therefore dispose of it
with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre or contact your dealer for
advice. Ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
It should be unplugged or
disconnected from the mains electricity
supply by a competent person.
Take care not to damage the pipework
at the back of it before or during
transportation to an authorised
collection depot.
In this way, refrigerant in the pipework
and oil in the compressor will be
contained, and will not leak out into the
environment.
Caring for the environment
6

This appliance complies with all
relevant local and national safety
requirements. Improper use can,
however, present a risk of both
personal injury and material
damage.
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 notes on the installation,
safety, operation and care of the
appliance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any
future user.
Correct application
~This appliance is intended for
domestic use only for the cool storage
of food and drink as well as for storing
deep frozen food, freezing fresh food
and for preparing ice.
Any other usage is not supported by
the manufacturer and could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot
be held liable for damage resulting
from incorrect or improper use or
operation.
~This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they
are supervised whilst using it, or have
been shown how to use it correctly by a
person responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
~This appliance is not a toy! To avoid
the risk of injury, do not allow children
to play with it or near it, or to play with
the controls. Neither should they be
allowed to swing on the door. Please
supervise young children whilst you are
using it. Older children may only use
the appliance when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and
they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
Warning and Safety instructions
7

Technical safety
~Before setting up the appliance,
check it for any externally visible
damage. Do not install and use a
damaged appliance.
A damaged appliance is dangerous.
~If the connection cable is faulty it must
only be replaced by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer to protect
the user from danger.
~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, but 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 coolant
can damage the eyes.
In the event of any damage:
- avoid open flames and anything
which creates a spark,
- disconnect from the mains,
- air the room in which the appliance
is located for several minutes and
- contact the Service Department for
advice.
~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.
~Safe operation of the appliance is
only assured if it has been installed and
connected in accordance with these
operating and installation instructions.
~Before connecting the appliance,
make sure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and connected
load) match the mains electricity
supply.
This data must correspond in order to
avoid the risk of damage to the
appliance. Consult a qualified
electrician if in any doubt.
~Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead.
These do not guarantee the required
safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of
overheating).
Warning and Safety instructions
8

~The electrical safety of this
appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with current local and national
safety regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
present and tested regularly, and
where there is any doubt, the
household wiring system should be
inspected by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage or injury caused by the lack
of or inadequacy of an effective
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
~Installation, maintenance and
repairs may only be carried out by a
suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with current
national and local safety regulations.
Repairs and other work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous. The
manufacturer cannot be held liable for
unauthorised work.
~While the appliance is under
guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the guarantee will be
invalidated.
~The appliance must be isolated from
the electricity supply during installation,
maintenance and repair work.
The appliance is only completely
isolated from the electricity supply
when:
–it has been switched off at the socket
and the plug has been withdrawn, or
–the fuse from the fused spur
connection unit has been withdrawn,
or
–the mains fuse has been
disconnected, or
– the screw-out fuse has been
removed (in countries where this is
applicable).
~Faulty components must only be
replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. The manufacturer can only
guarantee the safety of the appliance
when Miele replacement parts are
used.
~This appliance may only be used in
mobile installations such as ships, if a
risk assessment of the installation has
been carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
~In countries where there are areas
which may be subject to infestation by
cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
appliance and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the guarantee.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct use
~Never handle frozen food with wet
hands. Your hands may freeze to the
frozen food. 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 thawed or partially
thawed food. Defrosted food should be
used up as quickly as possible, as food
soon loses its nutritional value and goes
off. Defrosted food may only be
re-frozen after it has been cooked.
~Do not store explosive materials in
the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans). Thermostats switching on may
produce sparks which could present a
fire hazard. Flammable compounds
could explode.
~Do not operate any electrical
equipment (e.g. an electric ice-cream
maker) inside the appliance. Danger of
sparking and explosion.
~If storing alcohol with a high
percentage proof, make sure it is tightly
closed and stored upright.
Danger of explosion.
~Do not store cans or bottles
containing carbonated drinks or liquids
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, resulting in injury or
damage.
~Observe the "use by" dates given on
food to avoid the risk of food poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several
factors, including the freshness and
quality of the food as well as the
temperature at which it is stored. Follow
the instructions given on the food
manufacturer's packaging regarding
storage conditions and "use-by" dates.
~Do not use sharp edged objects to
– remove frost and ice,
– separate frozen foods and remove
ice trays.
They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.
~Do not place electric heaters or
candles in the appliance to defrost it.
These can damage the plastic parts.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Do not use defrosting sprays or
de-icers, as they might contain
substances which could damage the
plastic parts or which could cause the
build-up of gases and pose a danger to
health.
~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 store cooking oil in the
refrigerator door. Traces of oil can
cause stress cracks to occur in the
plastic components in the door.
~Do not block the ventilation gaps in
the appliance as this would impair the
efficiency of the appliance, increase the
electricity consumption and could
cause damage to the appliance.
~The appliance is designed for use
within certain climate ranges (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,
can lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot
maintain the required temperature.
~Do not use a steam-cleaning
appliance to defrost or clean this
appliance. Steam could reach the
electrical components and cause a
short circuit.
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.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room.
Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight.
Not situated near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Situated 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.
Temperature setting with
a thermostat which is
approximate
(set in stages).
With a medium setting of 2 to 3. With a high setting: the lower the
temperature in the compartment,
the higher the energy
consumption.
Temperature setting with
a thermostat which is
exact to the degree
(digital display).
Cellar section 8 to 12°C
On appliances with winter setting,
please make sure that the winter
setting is switched off when the
ambient temperature is warmer
than 16 °C.
Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C
PerfectFresh zone just above 0 °C
Freezer section -18°C
Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C
Use Only open the doors when
necessary and for as short a time
as possible.
Frequent opening of the doors for
long periods will cause a loss of
coldness.
Store food in an organised way. If food is not stored in an
organised way, searching for an
item will mean the door is open for
longer.
Allow hot food and drinks to cool
down before placing them in the
appliance.
Placing hot food in the appliance
will cause the compressor to run
for a long time, as the appliance
will have to work harder to lower
the temperature.
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.
Defrosting Defrost the freezer compartment
when a layer of ice 0.5 cm thick
has built up.
A layer of ice hinders the cold
from reaching the frozen food, and
causes an increase in energy
consumption.
How to save energy
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Before using for the first time
The stainless steel door (and sides,
depending on model) and the stainless
steel trim to the interior shelves and the
door shelves have a layer of protective
foil to prevent damage during
transportation.
^Do not remove this foil until the
appliance has been installed or built in.
^After removing the protective foil,
treat the stainless steel door with the
stainless steel conditioning agent
supplied (also available from
www.miele-shop.com).
Important: The stainless steel
conditioner gives long lasting
protection, and helps to prevent
resoiling.
^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.
^Clean the sides of the appliances
with a damp, clean cloth and then
dry them with a soft cloth.
Important:
To ensure the correct functioning of the
appliance, let it stand for between 1½
and 2 hours after transporting it to its
final location before connecting it to the
mains.
Switching on
The refrigerator and freezer sections are
switched on together by pressing the
master switch on the right hand side of
the control panel, or by pressing the
On/Off button on the left hand side of the
control panel.
^Press the master switch on the right
hand side of the control panel.
The temperature display for the
refrigerator section will show the
selected temperature setting. The
temperature display for the freezer and
the alarm indicator light will flash until
the freezer section has cooled down to
the correct temperature for freezing.
The appliance will start cooling down
and the interior light in the refrigerator
section will come on if you open the
door.
Allow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it. This will
ensure that the temperature is
sufficiently low.
Cool pack
Place the cool pack in the top drawer of
the freezer. The cool pack will be at its
most effective after it has been in the
freezer for approx. 24 hours.
Switching on and off
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Switching off
^Press the master switch on the right
hand side of the control panel until
both temperature displays go out.
The interior light will not come on when
you open the door and the cooling
process will be switched off.
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 master switch on the right
hand side of the control panel.
The temperature display will light up for
both the refrigerator and the freezer
sections.
^Press the On/Off button for the
refrigerator section on the left hand
side of the control panel until the
temperature display for the
refrigerator section goes out.
The refrigerator section is now switched
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 again.
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,
^switch off at the wall socket and
withdraw the plug,
^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 doors are 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 placed 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 section
We recommend a temperature of 5°C
in the middle of the refrigerator.
...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.
Setting the temperature
The temperature is set in each zone by
using the respective temperature
button.
^Press the temperature button
repeatedly until the indicator light for
the temperature you want lights up in
the display.
The first time you press the button the
indicator light for the last temperature
you set will flash in the display.
Thereafter the temperature value will
change each time you press the button
until the highest setting is reached. It
will then go back to the lowest setting
again.
The correct temperature
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The newly selected temperature will be
adopted automatically after a short
while.
The indicator for the temperature which
has been set for the refrigeration
section will light up.
The indictator for the temperature which
has been set for the freezer section will
flash until that temperature is reached.
The temperature can be set to be
slightly colder than the temperature
range shown on the control panel for
the refrigeration and freezer
sections.
The following example shows how to
set the freezer section temperature
lower than -15 °C but not as cold as
-18 °C:
^Press the temperature button
repeatedly until the indicator light for
-15 °C lights up in the display.
^Press it again for approx. 5 seconds
to set the temperature below - 15 °C.
The temperature has now been set
between -15 °C and -18 °C. However,
this is not visible in the temperature
display.
Temperature display
The temperature display on the
control panel always shows the
required temperature.
Temperature range
The temperature can be adjusted:
–In the refrigerator section from 1 °C
to 9 °C.
–In the freezer section from from
-15 °C to -32 °C.
The ambient temperature in the room
and the installation location can affect
the time it takes for the appliance to
reach the lowest temperature. If the
ambient temperature is too high, the
appliance may not reach the lowest
temperature.
The relevant temperature indicator
light will flash if a different
temperature is being set.
The freezer section indicator light will
also flash if
–the temperature in the freezer
section is not within the possible
temperature range.
–the temperature in the freezer
section has risen by several degrees,
indicating that it is warming up too
much.
The alarm off indicator will flash at the
same time.
The correct temperature
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This loss of coldness is no cause for
concern in the following circumstances:
–when the door has been left open for
a while, e.g. for removing or storing a
large amount of food,
–when fresh food is being frozen.
However, if the temperature in the
freezer section 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.
The correct temperature
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Your appliance has been fitted with a
warning system which ensures that the
temperature in the freezer section
cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid
energy being wasted if a door is left
open.
Activating the alarm system
The alarm system is always active. It
does not have to be switched on
manually.
Temperature alarm
If the freezer section temperature
becomes too warm, an alarm will sound
and the freezer section temperature
display and the alarm off indicator light
will flash.
The temperature the appliance is set at
determines the temperature the
appliance recognises as being too
warm.
The alarm will sound and the
temperature display and alarm off
indicator light will flash, for example,
–if the freezer door has been left open
for a while, e.g. in order to load, to
re-arrange or to take food out.
–when freezing large amounts of food
at once.
–in the event of a power cut.
Once the set temperature has been
reached in the freezer section, the
alarm switches off and the temperature
display stops flashing and lights up
constantly.
Door alarm
The alarm will sound if a door is left
open for more than 60 seconds.
The alarm will stop as soon as the door
is closed.
Switching the alarm off early
If the noise disturbs you, you can
switch the alarm off early if you wish.
^Press the alarm off button.
The alarm will stop.
The temperature display and the
alarm off indicator light will continue
to flash until the set temperature has
been reached. They then stop
flashing and light up constantly. The
alarm system is now ready should it
be needed again.
Alarm
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Super freeze
Switch the Super freeze function on
before putting fresh food into the
freezer.
This helps food to freeze quickly and
retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours
and appearance.
Super freeze is not necessary:
–when placing food in the freezer that
is already frozen.
–when freezing up to 2 kg fresh food
daily.
Switching on Super freeze
When freezing small quantities of food
in the freezer, the Super freeze function
should be switched on 6 hours
beforehand. When freezing the
maximum load of food the Super
freeze function should be switched on
24 hours beforehand.
^Press the Super freeze button. The
Super freeze indicator light will come
on.
The appliance works at full power to
lower the temperature in the appliance.
Switching off Super freeze
The Super freeze function will switch off
automatically after approx. 65 hours.
The indicator light will go out and the
appliance will run at normal power
again.
To save energy the Super freeze
function can be switched off once a
constant temperature of -18°C or
colder has been reached in the freezer.
^Press the Super freeze button. The
Super freeze indicator light will go
out, and the appliance will continue
to operate at normal power.
Super freeze and Dynamic cooling
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Dynamic cooling m
When the Dynamic cooling function is
not switched on, the natural circulation
of air in the appliance will cause
different temperature zones in the
refrigerator as the cold, heavy air will
sink to the lowest section of the
appliance. You should bear this in mind
when placing food in the appliance
(see "Using the refrigerator efficiently").
However, if you are placing a large
amount of food in the refrigerator at any
one time, it is a good idea to switch on
Dynamic cooling. This way you can
distribute the temperature inside the
appliance to all areas more evenly so
that all the food will be chilled to about
the same degree.
The temperature is set as normal with
the temperature control.
Dynamic cooling should also be
selected when:
– the ambient temperature in the room
is high (above approx. 30 °C), and
–the room humidity level is high.
Switching on Dynamic cooling
^Press the Dynamic cooling button.
The Dynamic cooling indicator light
will come on.
Make sure the fan at the back of the
appliance is not restricted to ensure
unhindered air circulation.
Switching off Dynamic cooling
^Press the Dynamic cooling button
m. The Dynamic cooling indicator
light will go out.
The fan automatically switches off
when the door is open.
Super freeze and Dynamic cooling
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