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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the Fridge-Freezer combination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Before use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Before using for the first time.........................................10
Turning the appliance on/Off .........................................11
Safety lock .......................................................11
Preparing your Appliance for an Extended Vacation ......................12
Setting the temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer sections..............13
Temperature displays ..............................................14
Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Door alarm .......................................................16
Turning the alarm off ...............................................16
Using the Super and DynaCool functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Super function ....................................................17
DynaCool m.....................................................18
Using the refrigerator efficiently . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Different storage zones .............................................19
Using the freezer efficiently . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Freezing food.....................................................20
Freezer calendar ..................................................21
Defrosting .......................................................21
Freezer tray ......................................................22
Cool pack........................................................22
Ice cube maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Automatic defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Adjusting the interior fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Moving the shelves ................................................25
Split shelf ........................................................25
Fruit and vegetable drawers on rollers .................................25
Moving the adjustable door shelves ...................................26
Universal container ................................................26
Moving the divider .................................................26
Contents
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Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................28
Cleaning the ice cube tray...........................................29
Ventilation slits ....................................................30
Door seal ........................................................30
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Connecting the water supply.........................................39
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Installation site ....................................................42
Ventilation .......................................................42
Ventilation grill ....................................................43
Before installation .................................................43
Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Adjusting the door hinges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Installing the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Custom door panels ...............................................50
Installing the appliance into a room divider..............................50
Mounting the cabinetry doors ........................................55
Contents
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When using the appliance, follow
basic safety precautions, including
the following:
Read all instructions before
installation and use to prevent
accidents and machine damage.
This appliance is intended for
residential use only. Use only as
described in this Operating manual.
Only use this appliance for its
intended purpose.
This appliance complies with current
safety requirements. Improper use
of the appliance can lead to
personal injury and material
damage.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and pass them on to
any future user.
Electrical safety
~Before installation, make sure that
the voltage and frequency listed on the
data plate correspond with the
household electrical supply. This data
must correspond to prevent injury and
machine damage. Consult a qualified
electrician if in doubt.
~Before installation or use check the
machine for any visible damage. A
damaged machine is dangerous.
Contact the Miele Service Department.
~Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to electricity.
Extension cords do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance
(e.g., danger of overheating).
~Be certain your appliance is
properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. To guarantee the
electrical safety of this appliance,
continuity must exist between the
appliance and an effective grounding
system. It is imperative that this basic
safety requirement be met. If there is
any doubt, have the electrical system of
the house checked by a qualified
electrician.
~Only connect power to the
appliance when all installation and
plumbing work is complete.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Installation
This appliance is top-heavy and
must be secured to prevent it from
tipping forward.
~Before installation or service,
disconnect the power supply to the
work area by unplugging the unit,
"tripping" the circuit breaker or
removing the fuse.
~This appliance must be installed
and connected in compliance with the
installation instructions.
~Installation and repair work should
be performed by a Miele authorized
service technician. Work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous and may
void the warranty.
~Installation must comply with local
plumbing regulations and state laws.
~Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, or if the
appliance has been damaged in any
manner. Contact Miele’s Technical
Service Department.
~This appliance must not be used in
a non-stationary location (e.g. on a
ship).
~Do not install the fridge/freezer in a
room with too low an ambient
temperature, e.g., a garage, as this
may lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot
maintain the required temperature.
~In refrigerators with an automatic ice
maker, avoid contact with the moving
parts of the ejector mechanism. Do not
place fingers or hands on the automatic
ice making mechanism while the
appliance is plugged in.
~The ice cube maker is not suitable
for connection to a hot water supply.
~Do not use water that is
microbiologically or chemically unsafe
or of unknown quality without adequate
disinfection or other treatment.
~Defective parts must only be
exchanged with original Miele spare
parts. Only then can the safety of the
unit be guaranteed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Use
~This appliance is not designed for
commercial use. It is intended for use in
domestic households and in similar
working and residential environments
such as:
–shops, offices and similar work
environments
–by customers in hotels, motels, Bed
& Breakfasts or similar residential
environments.
~This appliance is not intended for
outdoor use.
~Persons who lack physical, sensory
or mental abilities, or experience with
the machine should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a
responsible person.
~To reduce the risk of injury, do not
allow children to play in, on or near the
appliance.
~After your appliance is in operation
do not touch the cold surfaces in the
machine, ice cubes or frozen food,
particularly when hands are damp or
wet. Skin may adhere to extremely cold
surfaces.
~Do not refreeze frozen foods which
have thawed partially or completely.
~Do not handle frozen food or ice
with wet hands. Danger of injury.
~Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
~Do not use sharp-edged objects to
remove frost and ice, or separate
frozen foods and remove ice trays.
They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.
~Do not use defrosting sprays or
de-icers, as they might contain
substances which could damage the
plastic parts or which could cause a
build-up of gases and pose a danger to
health.
~Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal, as these will cause the seal
to deteriorate and become porous with
time.
~Do not block the ventilation gaps in
the plinth or the top of the appliance
housing unit, as this can impair the
efficiency of the appliance, increase the
electricity consumption and cause
damage to the appliance.
~Never use a steam cleaner to clean
the appliance. Pressurized steam could
damage electrical components and
cause a short circuit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Disposal of your old appliance
~Before disposing of an old
appliance, first make the door latch or
lock unusable.
~Take off the doors.
~Leave the shelves and drawers in
place so that children may not easily
climb inside.
~Be careful not to damage any part of
the pipework while awaiting disposal
by:
- puncturing the refrigerant
channels in the evaporator.
- bending any pipework.
- scratching the surface coating.
Splashes of refrigerant can damage the
eyes.
~Your old refrigerator may have a
cooling system that used CFC's
(chlorofluorocarbons). CFC's are
believed to harm stratospheric ozone.
If you intentionally release this CFC
refrigerant, you can be subject to fines
and imprisonment under provisions of
environmental legislation. Make sure the
CFC refrigerant is removed and disposed
of by a qualified technician.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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aOn/Off button for the refrigerator
section
bTemperature display for the
refrigerator section
cTemperature selection buttons for
the refrigerator section
(+ warmer; – colder)
dSuper button and indicator light for
the refrigerator section
eDynaCool button (dynamic cooling)
and indicator light
fSafety lock indicator light
gMain switch to turn the whole
appliance On/Off
hTemperature display for the freezer
section
iTemperature selection buttons for
the freezer section
(+ warmer; – colder)
jSuper button and indicator light for
the freezer section
kAlarm-off button
Guide to the Fridge-Freezer combination
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aDynaCool fan
(Dynamic cooling)
bHinged door shelf
cBottle rack
dAdjustable door shelves
eInterior lighting
fAdjustable interior shelves
gCondensate channel and drain hole
hUniversal container
iFruit and vegetable drawers
jDivider
kBottle shelf
lIce cube drawer with automatic ice
cube maker
mFreezer drawers with calendar
Guide to the Fridge-Freezer combination
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Before using for the first time
If the appliance was transported or
laid horizontally for any reason, allow
it to stand vertical for at least 8 hours
before turning it on. Failure to do so
will affect the functioning of the
appliance.
Protective foil
The stainless steel trim, frames and
panels have a layer of protective foil to
prevent scratching during
transportation.
^Carefully remove the protective foil.
Cleaning and care
^After removing the protective foil,
treat stainless steel surfaces with the
Miele stainless steel conditioning
agent supplied with the appliance
(available to re-order from
www.mieleusa.com).
Important! Each time it is used, the
Miele stainless steel conditioning
agent forms a water and dirt
repellent protective coating.
^Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories with a mild solution
of warm water and liquid dish soap,
and then dry with a soft cloth.
Turning the appliance on
With the main switch you can turn the
appliance on.
^Press the main switch on the right
side of the control panel.
The temperature display for the
refrigerator section lights up, and the
interior lighting comes on when the
door is opened.
Bars light up in the freezer section
display until the selected temperature is
reached.
The appliance begins cooling.
Allow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it. This will
enable it to sufficiently cool.
Cool pack
Place the cool pack in the top freezer
drawer. The cool pack will be at
maximum performance after it has been
in the freezer for approx. 24 hours.
Turning the appliance off
^Press the main switch on the right
side of the appliance until both
temperature displays go out.
If the cooling system does not turn off
the safety lock has been activated.
Before use
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Turning the appliance on/Off
Turning the refrigerator section off
The refrigerator section can be turned
off separately while the freezer section
remains on, e.g. during vacation.
^Press the On/Off button on the left
side of the control panel until the
temperature display for the
refrigerator section goes out.
Turning the refrigerator section on
^Press the On/Off switch on the left
side of the control panel until
temperature display for the
refrigerator section turns on.
The refrigerator section will begin to
cool and the interior lighting will turn
on when the door is opened.
Safety lock
The safety lock can be activated to
prevent the appliance from being
turned off accidently.
Activating/Deactivating the safety
lock
^Press the Super button for the freezer
for approx. 5 seconds.
The Super indicator light flashes, and ;
flashes in the temperature display.
^Press the Super button for the freezer
again.
;will appear in the display.
^Using the temperature selector
buttons you can now choose
between ;0and ;1:
0: safety lock deactivated,
1: safety lock activated.
^Press the Super button for the freezer
to save the setting.
The safety lock indicator lights up in the
display Xwhen it is activated.
^Press the main switch on the right
side on the control panel to exit the
settings mode.
If a button is not pressed within 2
minutes the electronics will return to
normal operation.
Before use
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Preparing your Appliance for
an Extended Vacation
If the appliance is not going to be used
for an extended time (for example,
during a vacation) some precautions
should be taken.
^Shut off the water supply line,
(several hours before switching off
the appliance)
^Take all food out of the appliance
^Turn the appliance off at the main
switch, unplug the appliance and
disconnect the fuse.
^Discard any ice cubes
^Clean the interior
^Leave the doors open to prevent
odors
If you elect to turn off the water to
your home for an extended period of
time, please note that this may not
be enough to reduce the risk of a
leak.
To be completely safe, you must
turn off the water supply to each
individual appliance. This means
under the sink for a dishwasher, at
the laundry bib for your washer, etc.
Before use
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Temperature range
The temperature can be selected within
the following ranges:
–Refrigerator:
39°F (4° C) to 48°F (9° C).
A temperature of 39°F (4° C) is
recommended in the refrigerator
section.
–Freezer:
3°F (-16° C) to -15 (-26° C).
To freeze fresh food and store frozen
food for an extended period of time, a
temperature of 0°F (-18°C) is
suggested.
Partially or completely thawed food
must never be refrozen.
The room temperature and the
installation location can affect the time it
takes for the appliance to get to the
desired temperature. If the room
temperature is too high, it may not be
possible for the appliance to reach the
lowest temperature.
Setting the temperature in the
refrigerator and freezer
sections
The temperatures for the refrigerator
and freezer sections can be set
independently using the temperature
selection buttons.
+button: increases the temperature
-button: decreases the temperature
The temperature being set will flash in
the display.
When pressing the buttons the
following information appears in the
display:
– When first pressed: The last
selected temperature flashes.
– Each subsequent press of the button
adjusts the temperature in
increments of 1 °F (1°C).
–Holding down the button will move
through the temperature range
quickly.
Approx. 5 seconds after releasing the
button the current, average
temperature in the refrigerator or
freezer section is automatically shown.
If the temperature is adjusted, wait
approx. 6 hours (or 24 hours for a fully
loaded appliance) for the temperature
display to show an accurate reading. If
after this time the temperature is still too
high or low, try adjusting it again.
Setting the temperature
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Temperature displays
During normal operation, the
temperature display shows the
temperature in the middle of the
refrigerator section and the temperature
in the warmest part of the freezer
section.
If the temperatures in the appliance are
not in the possible temperature display
range, dashes will flash in the
temperature displays.
The temperature displays flash if:
–a different temperature is being set,
–the temperature in the appliance has
risen by several degrees, indicating
that the appliance is warming up too
much.
This short-term loss of cooling is not a
cause for concern in the following
cases:
–when the door has been left open for
a longer period, for example to take
out or put in a large amount of food,
– when fresh food is being frozen.
However, if the temperature remains
above 0°F (-18° C) for a longer period
of time, you will need to check to make
sure that any frozen food has not
started to thaw. Any food that has
started to thaw should be used as soon
as possible.
Setting the temperature
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Temperature display brightness
The brightness of the temperature
display is factory-set to the lowest
setting.
However when the door is opened, a
setting is changed or an alarm is
triggered, the temperature display will
appear very bright.
^Hold down the Super button for the
freezer for approx. 5 seconds.
The Super indicator flashes and ;
flashes in the temperature display.
^Press either of the temperature
selection buttons until ^appears in
the display.
^Press the Super button for the freezer
again.
^appears in the display.
^Using the temperature selector
buttons, you can now choose a
brightness level from 1to 5:
1dimmest setting
5brightest setting.
^To save the setting, press the Super
button for the freezer.
^Press the main switch on the right
side on the control panel to exit the
settings mode.
If a button is not pressed within 2
minutes the electronics will return to
normal operation.
Setting the temperature
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The appliance is equipped with an
alarm system, to ensure that the
temperature does not rise unnoticed.
The alarm system is always
operational, it does not need to be
turned on.
If the temperature becomes too warm,
the alarm sounds and the temperature
display for the freezer section flashes.
The temperature set will determine
when the alarm is triggered.
The alarm will sound and the display
will flash if:
– too much warm air flows into the
appliance, for example when food is
being loaded, re-arranged, or taken
out.
– large amounts of food are being
frozen at once.
Door alarm
If one of the appliance doors is left
open for more than 60 seconds, the
alarm signal will sound.
Turning the alarm off
Once the set temperature is reached in
the freezer, the alarm signal turns off
and the temperature display stops
flashing.
^To turn the alarm off early, press
the alarm off button.
The alarm signal turns off. The
temperature display will continue to
flash until the set temperature has been
reached. The display then stops
flashing and lights steadily. The alarm
system is automatically reactivated.
Alarm
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Super function
The Super function is used to rapidly
reduce the temperature in the
refrigerator and freezer sections to their
lowest settings (depending on the room
temperature).
When used with the refrigerator the
Super function is ideal for the rapid
cooling of drinks and refrigerating large
quantities of food.
When used with the freezer the Super
function is ideal for freezing large
quantities of unfrozen food. The
function should be switched on approx.
6 hours before the fresh food is placed
in the freezer. If the max. freezing
capacity is used allow 24 hours.
This helps food to freeze quickly and
retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavor and
appearance.
It is not necessary to use the Super
function in the freezer if you are loading
frozen food or if you are loading less
than 4.4 lbs (2 kg) of food.
Turning on the Super function for the
refrigerator/freezer
^Press the Super button for the
refrigerator or freezer as desired, the
indicator light will turn on.
The appliance will now work at full
power to lower the temperature in the
refrigerator/freezer section.
Turning off the Super function for the
refrigerator/freezer
The Super function automatically turns
off after:
Refrigerator:approx. 6 hours
Freezer: approx. 30 - 60 hours
(depending on the amount of food
frozen).
The indicator light will go out, and the
appliance will run at normal power.
The Super function can be turned off
early, once a constant temperature
of 0°F (-18° C) or colder has been
reached in the freezer section, or once
the food and/or drinks are sufficiently
chilled in the refrigerator.
^To turn the function off early, press
the Super button for the refrigerator
or freezer as desired, the indicator
light will go out.
The appliance will now run at normal
power.
Using the Super and DynaCool functions
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DynaCool m
If the dynamic cooling function
(DynaCool) is not switched on, the
natural circulation of air throughout the
appliance can create different
temperature zones in the refrigerator
section, with the colder, heavier air
sinking to the lowest section. See
"Using the refrigerator efficiently".
If you are placing a large amount of
food in the refrigerator at one time, the
DynaCool function is recommended.
This will help to distribute the
temperature evenly throughout the
cavity so all food will be chilled to about
the same temperature.
The temperature can be set as usual,
with the temperature selection buttons.
DynaCool should also be selected if:
–the room temperature is high (above
approx. 86°F (30 °C), and
–the humidity is high.
Turning on DynaCool
^Press the DynaCool button, the
indicator light will turn on.
Turning off DynaCool
^Press the button for DynaCool button,
the indicator light will go out.
When the door is open, the fan
automatically turns off.
Using the Super and DynaCool functions
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Different storage zones
Due to the natural circulation of air in
the appliance, there are different
temperature zones in the refrigerator.
Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest
section of the appliance. Make use of
these different zones when placing
food in the appliance.
This appliance uses a dynamic
cooling feature (DynaCool) to
establish a constant temperature
during cooling. As a result, the
differences between temperature
zones are less pronounced.
Leave some space between items so
that air can circulate freely around
them. Do not cover the fan in the rear
wall - this is important for cooling
performance!
Warmest area
The warmest area is in the top section
of the door. Use this area to store items
such as butter and cheese.
Coldest area
The coldest area in the refrigerator
section is directly above the fruit and
vegetable drawers.
Use these cold areas in the refrigerator
for all highly perishable foods, such as:
–fish, meat, poultry,
–deli meats, store-bought meals,
–dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream,
–fresh bread dough, pastry dough,
cake batters,
– dairy products.
Never store explosive materials in
the appliance, or products with
flammable propellants (e.g. spray
cans,). Danger of explosion!
If storing high-proof alcohol, make
sure it is tightly closed and stored
upright.
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 allow food to touch the rear
wall of the appliance, it may freeze
to the wall.
Using the refrigerator efficiently
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Maximum freezing capacity
To ensure that food is frozen
thoroughly, the maximum freezing
capacity should not be exceeded.
See the data plate:
"Freezing capacity.....lb/kg/24 hrs".
Freezing food
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible. This helps maintain the
nutritional value, vitamin content,
appearance and taste of the food.
Never refreeze partially or fully
defrosted food. Consume defrosted
food as soon as possible, it will lose its
nutritional value and spoil if left for too
long. Do not refreeze defrosted food
unless it has been cooked.
Before placing food in the freezer
^When you are planning to freeze
large amounts of food (more than
4 ½ lbs [2 kg]), turn on the Super
function for the freezer ahead of time
(see "Super").
This will provide the food already in
the freezer with a protective boost of
cold air.
Placing food in the freezer
Food to be frozen can be placed
anywhere in the freezer section.
Large quantities of food should be
placed directly on the glass plates to
freeze the food quickly. To do this,
remove the two top freezer drawers.
When taking these drawers out be sure
not to block the ventilation slits in the
back wall of the appliance. They are
important for trouble-free operation of
the appliance.
The lowest freezer drawer should not
be removed.
Each drawer and each glass plate
can hold a maximum of 55 lbs
(25 kg).
^Place the food flat in the bottom of
the freezer drawers or on the glass
plates, so that it will freeze through to
the core as quickly as possible.
^When placing items in the freezer,
make sure the packaging and
containers are dry, to keep them from
sticking together when frozen.
When freezing, make sure that
already frozen food does not come
into contact with fresh food being
frozen, this could cause the frozen
food to defrost.
Using the freezer efficiently
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