Miele KFN 29243 D ed/cs 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 M.-Nr. 10 360 600

Contents
2
Warning and Safety instructions...................................................................... 5
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 14
Saving energy .................................................................................................... 15
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 17
Accessories ....................................................................................................... 20
Accessories supplied .......................................................................................... 20
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 21
Before using for the first time .......................................................................... 22
Before using for the first time.............................................................................. 22
Cleaning the appliance................................................................................... 22
Connecting the appliance ................................................................................... 22
Switching on and off ......................................................................................... 23
Touch display ...................................................................................................... 23
Switching on........................................................................................................ 23
Start screen ......................................................................................................... 23
Switching off the refrigeration appliance............................................................. 24
Switching off for longer periods of time .............................................................. 26
The correct temperature................................................................................... 27
...in the refrigerator section ................................................................................ 27
...in the freezer section ....................................................................................... 27
Temperature display ............................................................................................ 28
Setting the temperature....................................................................................... 28
Temperature range ......................................................................................... 29
Using Super cool, Super freeze and DynaCool .............................................. 30
Super freeze function ..................................................................................... 30
Super cool function......................................................................................... 30
DynaCool function.......................................................................................... 31
Switching a function on or off ............................................................................. 31
Displaying a selected function ....................................................................... 32
Temperature and door alarm............................................................................ 33
Temperature alarm............................................................................................... 33
Door alarm........................................................................................................... 34
Selecting further settings ................................................................................. 36
Settings overview ................................................................................................ 36

Contents
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Explanation of the different Settings ................................................................... 39
Switching Party mode on or off .................................................................. 39
Switching Holiday mode on / off .............................................................. 40
Using the minute minder  (QuickCool timer) .............................................. 41
Activating or deactivating the safety lock ............................................ 42
Switching the refrigeration appliance off................................................... 42
Switching Sabbath mode on/off ................................................................. 43
Setting the time before the door alarm is triggered ................................... 44
Switching the sensor tone on / off....................................................... 44
Setting the volume/Switching alarms and audible tones on/off ............... 44
Setting the display brightness................................................................... 44
Setting the temperature unit°C/°F ................................................................. 44
Switching Demo mode off........................................................................... 45
Resetting to the factory default settings.................................................. 45
Accessing information................................................................................. 45
Replace charcoal filter reminder................................................................ 46
Clean ventilation grille reminder ................................................................ 46
Storing food in the refrigerator section........................................................... 47
Different storage zones ....................................................................................... 47
Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ....................... 48
Notes on buying food.......................................................................................... 49
Storing food correctly.......................................................................................... 49
Protein-rich food............................................................................................. 49
Storing food in the DailyFresh drawer............................................................. 50
Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section) ....................................... 52
Adjusting the door/bottle shelf ............................................................................ 52
Moving the shelves.............................................................................................. 52
Adjusting the bottle rack ..................................................................................... 52
Removing the DailyFresh drawer and rollers....................................................... 53
Moving the storage drawer (CompactCase)........................................................ 53
Adjusting or removing the bottle holder.............................................................. 54
Moving the charcoal filters .................................................................................. 54
Freezing and storing food................................................................................. 55
Maximum freezing capacity ................................................................................ 55
Freezing fresh food.............................................................................................. 55
Storing frozen food.............................................................................................. 55
Home freezing ..................................................................................................... 56
Storage time for frozen food........................................................................... 58
Defrosting frozen goods ................................................................................. 58
Adjusting the interior fittings................................................................................ 59

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Using accessories ............................................................................................... 60
Defrosting........................................................................................................... 61
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 62
Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 62
Preparing the refrigeration appliance for cleaning .............................................. 63
Cleaning the interior and accessories ................................................................. 64
Cleaning the front of the appliance and the side panels..................................... 65
Stainless steel appliances .............................................................................. 66
Cleaning the ventilation grille .............................................................................. 66
Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 66
After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 67
Replacing the charcoal filters .............................................................................. 67
Problem solving guide ...................................................................................... 69
Noises................................................................................................................. 78
Service................................................................................................................ 79
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 79
–Displaying licence agreements.................................................................... 79
EPREL database ................................................................................................. 79
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 79
Installation.......................................................................................................... 80
Installation ........................................................................................................... 80
Side-by-side installation................................................................................. 80
Location.......................................................................................................... 80
Ventilation....................................................................................................... 82
Fitting supplied wall spacers.......................................................................... 82
Installing the refrigeration appliance .............................................................. 83
Levelling the appliance door .......................................................................... 83
Installing the refrigeration appliance in a run of kitchen units ........................ 84
Appliance dimensions .................................................................................... 86
Changing the door hinging.................................................................................. 87
Aligning the appliance doors............................................................................... 98
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 99

Warning and Safety instructions
5
This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety
requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal
injury and material damage.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully
before using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They
contain important information on safety, installation, use and
maintenance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from
damaging your refrigeration appliance.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow all information provided
on installing the refrigeration appliance, as well as the safety notes
and warnings.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep these operating and installation instructions in a safe place
and 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.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping
cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar
substances or products that are subject to the Medical Device
Directive. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such
purposes may cause deterioration of the items stored. The
refrigeration appliance is also not suitable for use in areas where
there is a risk of explosion.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or
incorrect use or operation of the appliance.
 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
refrigeration 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! Whilst playing, children could become
entangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their
head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
 The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration
appliance complies with statutory safety requirements and the
appropriate EU directives.
 This refrigeration appliance contains the refrigerant isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly but
flammable. The refrigerant does not damage the ozone layer and
does not contribute to the greenhouse effect.
The use of this refrigerant 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 refrigerant flowing around
the cooling circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does
not affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance.
When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure
that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Splashes of
refrigerant can damage the eyes.
In the event of damage:
- Avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark.
- Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the mains electricity
supply.
- Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for
several minutes.
- Contact the Miele Customer Service Department.
 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 a combustible
gas/air mixture building up. For every 11g of coolant at least 1m3 of
room space is required. The amount of coolant in the refrigeration
appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.

Warning and Safety instructions
8
 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.
 Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous power
supply system or a power supply system that is not synchronised
with the mains power supply (e.g. island networks, back-up systems)
is possible. A prerequisite for operation is that the power supply
system complies with the specifications of EN50160 or an
equivalent standard.
The function and operation of the protective measures provided in
the domestic electrical installation and in this Miele product must
also be maintained in isolated operation or in operation that is not
synchronised with the mains power supply, or these measures must
be replaced by equivalent measures in the installation. As described,
for example, in the current version of BS OHSAS 18001–2 ISO
45001.
 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
connection 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).

Warning and Safety instructions
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 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.
 This refrigeration appliance is not intended for use as a built-in
appliance.
 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
undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
warranty is invalidated.
 Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele
original spare parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of
the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
 This refrigeration appliance is supplied with a special lamp to
cope with particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This lamp must only
be used for the purpose for which it is intended. The lamp is not
suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by
a Miele authorised technician or by the Miele Customer Service
Department. This refrigeration appliance contains several light
sources with at least energy efficiency classG.

Warning and Safety instructions
10
Correct use
 This refrigeration appliance is designed for use within specific
ambient temperatures (climate range). Do not use in ambient
temperatures for which it is not designed. The climate range is stated
on the data plate in the interior cabinet of the refrigeration appliance.
A lower ambient temperature will cause the compressor to switch off
for longer periods, meaning that the refrigeration appliance is unable
to 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 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.
 Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store explosive materials in the
refrigeration appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g.
spray cans). Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of
gases to ignite.
 Danger of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.
an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance.
Danger of sparking and explosion.
 Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. Do not store cans
or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze
in the freezer zone. Otherwise they could burst.
 Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. When cooling
drinks quickly in the freezer zone, make sure bottles are not left in for
more than one hour. Otherwise they could burst.
 Danger of injury. 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.

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 Danger of injury. 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 zone. The very low temperature of the frozen food 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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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.
 The surface is susceptible to scratching. Even magnets can cause
scratching.
Accessories and spare parts
 Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used,
warranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.
 Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for a
minimum of 10years and up to 15years following the
discontinuation of your refrigeration appliance.
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
appliance.
Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
 Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp
edged or pointed objects to
- remove frost and ice,
- separate frozen food or remove ice trays.
 Do not 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 or which might
cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Transport
 Always transport the appliance in an upright position and in its
original transport packaging to avoid damage in transit.
 Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. The refrigeration
appliance is very heavy and must be transported by two people.
Disposal of your old appliance
 If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This
will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking
themselves in and endangering their lives.
 Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. Be careful not to
damage 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
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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.
Disposing of your old
appliance
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials,
compounds and components which
were essential for their correct
functioning and safety. These could be
hazardous to your health and to the
environment if disposed of with general
waste or if handled incorrectly. Please
do not, therefore, dispose of your old
appliance with general waste.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal
points to dispose of and recycle
electrical and electronic appliances in
your local community, with your dealer
or with Miele. By law, you are solely
responsible for deleting any personal
data from the appliance prior to
disposal.
Take care not to damage your
refrigeration appliance’s pipework
before or during transportation to an
authorised collection depot.
This is to ensure that coolant in the
cooling circuit and oil in the compressor
is contained, and will not leak into the
environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance
poses no risk to children while being
stored prior to disposal. For further
information, see “Warning and Safety
instructions” in these operating and
installation instructions.

Saving energy
15
Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Installation /
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 the ambient room
temperature is above 25°C.
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
consumption.
Freezer section -18°C

Saving energy
16
Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Use Drawers and shelves
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 doors
for long periods will cause a
loss of coldness. The
appliance will try to 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,
before it warms up too
much.
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 will
try to cool down and the
compressor will run for
longer periods.
Store food well packaged or
covered.
The evaporation or
condensation of liquids in
the refrigerator section 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.

Guide to the appliance
17
This drawing is for illustration purposes only.
aControl panel with display
bInterior lighting
cFan
dDoor shelf / Egg tray
eAdjustable shelf
fStorage drawer (CompactCase)
gBottle rack
hBottle shelf with bottle holder
iRegulator for setting the humidity
level in the DailyFresh drawer
jCondensate channel and drain hole
kDailyFresh drawer (on rollers)
lRecessed handle with door opening
aid (Click2open)
mFreezer drawers
nVentilation grille
For easier installation there are
transport handles on the back at the
top and transport wheels underneath
the appliance.

Guide to the appliance
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Symbols on the display
Controls
Symbol Meaning
Standby For switching on the whole refrigeration
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
/Left/right navigation
arrow
For scrolling in Settings mode to select a
setting
Back For exiting a menu

Guide to the appliance
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Information
Symbol Meaning
Standby The appliance is connected to the electrical
supply but is not switched on.
The refrigerator section is switched off
separately.
Freezer section Identifies the freezer section temperature
display.
Super cool (refrigerator
section) / Super freeze
(freezer section)
Function can be selected depending on
section (see “Using Super cool, Super freeze
and DynaCool”).
DynaCool (refrigerator
section)
Function can be selected depending on
section (see “Using Super cool, Super freeze
and DynaCool”).
Temperature alarm Warning (see “Problem solving guide -
Display warnings”).
Door alarm Warning (see “Problem solving guide -
Display warnings”).
Power failure Warning (see “Problem solving guide -
Display warnings”).

Accessories
20
Accessories supplied
Egg tray
Bottle holder
The flexible ribs grip the bottles
securely 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
different positions in the appliance.
Ice cube tray
Cool pack
The cool pack prevents the temperature
in the freezer section from rising too
quickly in the event of a power cut. This
can help prolong the storage life.
The cool pack will be at its most
effective after it has been in the freezer
for approx. 24hours.