Miele KFN 9755 IDE User manual

Operating and Installation
Instructions
Fridge-Freezer Combination
KFN 9755 iDE
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 938 590
en - US, CA

Installation instructions
Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most
current product specification, technical & warranty information.
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use.

Disposal of packing materials
The cardboard box and packing
materials are biodegradable and
recyclable. Please recycle.
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!
Disposal of an old appliance
Old appliances contain materials that
can be recycled. Please contact your
local recycling center about the
possibility of recycling these materials.
Before discarding an old appliance,
disconnect it from the electrical supply
and cut off the power cord to prevent it
from becoming a hazard.
Caring for the environment
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All plumbing work should be carried
out by a suitably qualified and
competent person, in accordance
with all applicable local and national
regulations.
The water quality must conform to
country requirements for drinking
water.
–The appliance is only suitable for
connection to the cold water supply.
– Water pressure on-site:
Minimum: 21.76 psi
Maximum: 87.02 psi, if higher, install
a pressure reduction valve.
– Use only the supplied stainless-steel
hose (length: 78 3/4" [2 m]).
Do not re-use older hoses.
– A separate shut-off valve must be
installed, so that the water supply
can be interrupted as needed. If one
is not present, have a water valve
installed by a licensed plumber.
It must be easily accessible after the
appliance has been built-in.
–Be sure not to kink or damage the
hose when pushing the appliance
into the installation niche.
Connecting the water supply
Before any installation or
maintenance work is performed be
sure the appliance is disconnected
from the electrical supply.
Connection to the water supply should
include a shut-off valve with a 3/4"
thread.
^Remove the cover cap afrom the
solenoid valve b.
^Install the compression fitting cwith
the sealing ring don the solenoid
valve b.
^Attach the copper line eto the
compression fitting c.
^Secure the copper line to the
appliance using cable clips f.
Plumbing
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^Open the water supply slowly and
check the water system for leaks.
^The appliance can now be
connected to the electrical supply
(see "Electrical connection").
Before using the appliance for the first
time the water pipe should be purged
of air by a qualified person.
^Slide the appliance into the
installation niche.
Be sure not to kink the hose, otherwise
there is the risk of leaks and water
damage.
After a maximum of 24 hours the first
ice cubes will drop out of the ice
cube maker and collect in the
drawer.
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,Avoid the risk of electrical
shock
- Plug into a grounded 3-prong
outlet.
- Do not move the ground plug.
- Do not use an adapter.
- Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or electrical
shock.
Improper connection of the
equipment grounding conductor
may result in electric shock. If you
are in any doubt as to whether the
appliance has been properly
grounded, have the appliance
checked by a qualified electrician or
service technician.
Installation, repairs and other work
by unqualified persons could be
dangerous.
Before installing the appliance,
verify that the voltage, load and
circuit rating information found on
the data plate match the household
electrical supply.
If there are any questions regarding the
electrical connection of this appliance
to the power supply, please consult a
licensed electrician or call the Miele
Technical Service.
U1-800-999-1360
V1-800-565-6435
The appliance is supplied with a
UL-listed, 3-wire power cord and
NEMA 5-15 P plug ready for connection
to a 120 V, 60 Hz supply.
The fuse rating is 15 amps.
The appliance requires a 3-wire
receptacle.
The receptacle must be installed by a
licensed electrician only.
In the case of side-by-side installations,
a separate outlet must be used for each
appliance. Ideally, the power outlet
should be next to the appliance and
easily accessible. Do not connect the
appliance to the power supply by an
extension cord. Extension cords do not
guarantee the required safety of the
appliance (danger of overheating).
If any changes are needed to the
household wiring or power supply, this
work must be performed by a qualified
electrician.
Electrical connection
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Have the appliance installed by a
qualified technician, according to
the enclosed installation instructions.
,WARNING
This appliance is top-heavy and
must be secured to prevent it from
tipping forward.
Installation site
The appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
Do not install the appliance:
- outdoors
- in an environment with dripping
water
- in rooms that are at risk of frost.
The installation location should not be
exposed to direct sunlight, or near a
heat source, such as an oven,
radiator, etc.
The ambient temperature should not
drop below 50°F (10°C) or rise above
110°F (43°C), otherwise malfunctions
may occur.
If installation next to a heat source is
unavoidable, use a suitable insulating
plate or observe the following minimum
distances from the heat source:
–11/4" (3 cm) from an electric cooktop
or oven.
–12" (30 cm) from a gas cooktop or
oven.
Ventilation
The air at the rear wall of the appliance
gets warm. Therefore sufficient space
must be provided around the appliance
for ventilation.
Air is taken in through the plinth of the
furniture housing unit.
A ventilation gap of at least 1 ½"
(38 mm) depth must be allowed for
behind the appliance for air to circulate.
The cross-sectional area of the
ventilation gaps and also the
cross-sectional area beneath the
ceiling needs to be at least 78 3/4" 2
(200 cm2) throughout to ensure that
warm air can escape without
obstruction.
The air intake and outlet must not be
blocked or covered in any way. They
also need to be dusted/cleaned on a
regular basis.
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Ventilation grill
During construction the ventilation grill
can be built-in.
^Cut an opening into the plinth b,as
shown in the illustration above.
^Place the ventilation grill ainto the
cut-out.
^Slide the clips c, from the back, into
the ventilation grill until the hooks
connect with the plinth.
^Install the plinth with the inserted
ventilation grill.
Before installation
^Remove the cover strip, the sealing
strip and other accessories from the
inside and from the exterior rear wall
of the appliance.
^Do not remove the spacers from the
rear wall of the appliance. They
ensure that there is enough space
between the rear wall of the
appliance and the wall.
^Remove the cable clips from the rear
of the appliance.
^Remove the red transport fixing a,
and use the supplied plug bto close
the empty hole.
^Check that all the parts on the rear
the appliance can move freely. Bend
any parts carefully if needed.
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Did the old appliance have a
different hinge system?
Even if your old appliance had a
different hinge system you can still use
a custom door panel.
^Un-install the old hinges; they are no
longer necessary, the custom door
panel will be mounted on the
appliance door.
All necessary parts are included with
the appliance or can be ordered from
Miele.
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Freezer section height (A) Niche height (B)
KFN 9755 iDE 27 3/8"
(695 mm)
69 3/4" - 70 3/8"
(1772 mm - 1788 mm)
Dimensions
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