Miele KFN 9855 iDE User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Fridge/freezer combination
with ice cube maker
NoFrost system
and DynaCool
KFN 9855 iDE
To avoid the risk of personal injury
or damage to the appliance,
it is essential that you read these
operating and installation instructions
before installation and use. M.-Nr. 09 634 400
en-CA

Guide to the Appliance .............................................5
Included accessories ...............................................7
Optional accessories ................................................7
Safety Instructions and Warnings ....................................8
How to save Energy...............................................15
Turning the Appliance On and Off ...................................17
Before first use....................................................17
Operating the appliance ............................................17
Turning the appliance on............................................17
Turning the appliance off............................................18
Switching off for longer periods of time .................................18
The Right Temperature ............................................19
...intherefrigerator ...............................................19
Automatic cold air circulation (DynaCool) ............................19
...inthefreezer ..................................................19
Temperature display ...............................................20
Setting the temperature for the refrigerator and freezer ....................20
Using Super Cool.................................................22
Using Super Freeze ...............................................23
Temperature and Door Alarm .......................................24
Additional Settings ...............................................26
Sabbath mode S..................................................26
Safety lock c......................................................27
Temperature unit (Fahrenheit or Celsius) §..............................28
Brightness of the display ^..........................................29
Lower hinge heating control H........................................30
Using the Refrigerator Efficiently....................................31
Different storage zones .............................................31
Food that should not be stored in a refrigerator ..........................32
When shopping for food ............................................33
Storing food correctly ..............................................33
Fruit and vegetables .............................................33
High-protein foods ..............................................33
Arranging the Interior - Refrigerator Section ..........................34
Adjusting the shelves...............................................34
Shelf above the fruit and vegetable drawers.............................34
Fruit and vegetable drawers ..........................................3
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Adjusting the door shelf / bottle shelf ..................................35
Adjusting the bottle divider ..........................................35
Freezing and Storing Food .........................................36
Maximum freezing capacity..........................................36
Freezing fresh food ................................................36
Storing frozen food ................................................37
Home freezing ....................................................37
Placing food in the freezer ........................................38
Thawing frozen foods ..............................................39
Cooling drinks quickly ..............................................39
Making Ice Cubes.................................................40
Turning the ice cube maker on .......................................40
Setting the water quantity for the ice cube tray E.........................41
Arranging the Interior - Freezer Section ..............................43
Freezer drawers...................................................43
Adjusting the separators..........................................43
Removing the freezer drawer containers .............................44
Defrosting .......................................................45
Refrigerator section ................................................45
Freezer section ...................................................45
Cleaning and Care ................................................46
Cleaning agents...................................................46
Before cleaning ...................................................47
Cleaning the interior and accessories ..................................47
Cleaning the ice cube tray ..........................................48
Setting the ice cube maker to the vacation state for cleaning I............48
Door seal ........................................................49
Ventilation slits ....................................................49
Cleaning the air filter [.............................................50
Resetting the air filter indicator [n....................................51
Problem Solving Guide ............................................52
Noises ..........................................................61
Customer Service / Warranty .......................................62
Warranty time and terms..........................................62
Information for Test Facilities.......................................63
Caring for the Environment ........................................66
Contents
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Installation Information ............................................67
Location .........................................................67
Climate class ..................................................68
Installation niche ..................................................68
Niche floor .......................................................68
Adjoining furniture/units .............................................68
Door hinge .......................................................68
Proper ventilation ..................................................69
Installation Dimensions............................................70
Opening angle of the door ........................................71
Niche Dimensions ................................................72
Door Swing Clearance.............................................73
Planning the Water Connection .....................................74
Information Concerning the Cabinet Front ............................75
Inset installation style...............................................75
Frameless installation style ..........................................76
Installing the Appliance............................................77
Before installation .................................................77
Installing the anti-tipping brackets ....................................77
Installation of the anti-tipping bracket in a cabinet of more than 25" depth. . . 79
Fastening the covers ...............................................79
Pushing the appliance into the niche ..................................80
Aligning the appliance..............................................80
Securing the appliance in the niche ...................................81
Aligning the appliance door .........................................81
Aligning the drawer front ............................................82
Install the base cover with the ventilation slits............................82
Removing the mounting rails .........................................84
Installing the mounting rails on the furniture front / furniture covers ...........85
Installing the furniture front on the appliance door ........................85
Aligning the furniture front ........................................86
Installing the furniture covers on the freezer drawers ......................89
Plumbing........................................................90
Connecting the water supply.........................................91
Electrical Connection .............................................93
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Control panel
Refrigerator section
aAlarm-off button for silencing the
door alarm, or the temperature alarm
of the freezer section
bButton for switching Super Cool on
and off ª
cButton for switching the refrigerator
section on and off
dButton for setting a higher or lower
temperature in the refrigerator
section
eIndicator lights:
tElectrical power failure
[Air filter dirty
ªSuper Cool is on
0Safety lock is on
fTemperature display (top for
refrigerator section, bottom for
freezer section) and symbol display
(only visible in the settings mode
MENU; see "More settings")
Freezer section
gIndicator lights:
;Temperature alarm for the
freezer section
®Ice cube maker is on
ªSuper Freeze is on
hButton for setting a higher or lower
temperature in the freezer section
iButton for switching the freezer
section on and off
jButton for switching Super Freeze on
and off ª
kButton for switching the ice cube
maker on and off ®
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aControl panel
bInterior lighting
cFan
dEgg tray / door shelf
eShelf
fBottle rack
gBottle shelf with bottle divider
hFruit and vegetable drawers
iFreezer section interior lighting
jAutomatic ice cube maker
behind the drawer
kIce cube drawer
lFreezer drawers
mBase cover with air filter behind it
nWater connection
Guide to the Appliance
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Included accessories
Bottle rack
The bottle rack allows you to store
bottles horizontally, which saves space.
The bottle rack can be used at several
locations in the appliance.
Care of stainless steel
The stainless steel cleaning cloth is
soaked with the stainless steel
conditioner.
It has the same cleaning and protective
characteristics as the stainless steel
conditioner.
Optional accessories
Bottle rack
(see "Included accessories" for a
description)
Care of stainless steel
–Each application of the stainless
steel conditioner forms a durable
protective film that is stain- and
water-repellent. It gently removes
water marks, fingerprints and other
stains for a uniformly shiny surface.
– The stainless steel cleaning cloth
(see "Included accessories" for a
description)
All-purpose microfibre cloth
The microfibre cloth helps remove
fingerprints and light soiling on
surfaces made of stainless steel,
appliance covers, windows, furniture,
car windows, etc.
Optional accessories are available
from Miele Customer Service, your
Miele dealer or online.
Guide to the Appliance
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This appliance complies with all applicable safety laws and
regulations. However, improper use can result in personal injury
and material damage.
Before using the appliance for the first time, carefully read the
operating and installation instructions. They contain important
information on installation, safety, operation and care. This will
protect you from injury and prevent damage to the appliance.
Miele will not be held liable for damage caused by failure to
comply with these instructions.
Keep the instructions in a safe place and pass them along to any
future owner!
,Risk of injury!
This appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards when the door
is open. Keep the appliance door shut until the appliance has
been installed and secured in accordance with these operating
and installation instructions.
Intended use
~This appliance is intended for use in domestic households and
similar residential environments.
This appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
~Use this appliance only under normal household conditions for
cooling and storing food, storage of frozen foods, for freezing fresh
foods and for making ice. The appliance must not be used for any
other purpose.
Safety Instructions and Warnings
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~The appliance is not suitable for storing and cooling medicines,
blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such materials or
products. Improper use of the appliance can cause deterioration
and spoilage of the stored items. The appliance is not suitable for
use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.
Miele will not be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
~Individuals who are incapable of using the appliance safely
because of their physical, sensory or mental capabilities or their lack
of experience or knowledge must not use this appliance without
supervision or instruction by a responsible person.
These individuals must only be allowed to use the appliance without
supervision if its operation has been explained to them in such a
way that they can safely use it and understand the hazards involved.
Safety with children
~Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
appliance unless they are under constant supervision.
~Children 8 years and older may only be allowed to use the
appliance without supervision if its operation has been explained to
them in such a way that they can safely use it. They must be able to
recognize and understand the potential hazards of improper
operation.
~Children must not clean or service the appliance unless they are
under supervision.
~Supervise all children in the vicinity of the appliance. Do not allow
children to play with the appliance.
~Danger of suffocation! Packaging, e.g. cling film, must be kept
out of the reach of children. Children could become entangled in
packaging or pull it over their heads and suffocate. Keep the
packaging away from children.
Safety Instructions and Warnings
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Technical safety
~The coolant circuit has been tested for leaks. The appliance
fulfills all the applicable safety regulations.
~This appliance contains the coolant R134a, which is an
environmentally acceptable, non-flammable hydrofluorocarbon
(HFC). It does not damage the ozone layer. For more information on
the coolant, refer to the information plate posted on the inside of the
refigerator section. When transporting and installing the appliance,
care must be taken not to damage any part of the cooling system.
If damage does occur:
– unplug the appliance from the socket,
– air the room where the appliance is, for several minutes,
– contact Miele Customer Service for advice.
~To protect the refrigerator from possible damage, take care that it
alsways remains in an upright position. Any time it is moved or
installed, always let it stand for 30 to 60 minutes before plugging it
in. This allows the coolant and lubricant to settle down, which is
essential for proper operation.
~Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the connection
data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage and frequency) matches
the electrical power supply.
This data must correspond in order to avoid damage to the
appliance. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
~The electrical safety of this appliance can only be ensured if it
has been properly grounded in compliance with the applicable
safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety
requirement is observed. If there is any doubt about the grounding
of your household wiring, have it inspected by a qualified electrician.
~If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by an
authorized Miele technician in order to avoid any danger to the user.
Safety Instructions and Warnings
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~Multiple power outlets or extension cords are not safe (risk of fire).
Do not use them to connect the appliance to the electrical power
supply.
~Do not use the appliance in areas where there may be moisture
or splashing water (e.g. car sheds, laundry rooms, etc.)
Moisture can reach the electrical components and cause a short
circuit.
~This appliance is not to be used in mobile locations such as
ships.
~A damaged appliance can be dangerous. Before installing the
appliance, check for visible damage. Do not operate a damaged
appliance.
~To ensure safe operation, use the appliance only when it is
installed.
~The appliance must be isolated from the electrical power supply
during installation, maintenance and repair work or work on the
water supply. The appliance is only completely disconnected from
the electricity supply when:
–the respective circuit breaker at the electrical service panel is
tripped,
–the respective fuse is removed, or
–the power cord is pulled.
Pull on the plug and not on the cord when removing it from the
outlet.
~Improper installation, repair and maintenance work or work on the
water supply can be dangerous for the user of the appliance.
Installation, repair and maintenance work or repairs on the ice cube
maker should only be performed by a Miele authorized technician.
~Repairs not performed by a Miele authorized service technician
will void the warranty.
Safety Instructions and Warnings
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~Only with original Miele spare parts can the manufacturer
guarantee the safety of the appliance. Defective components should
only be replaced with parts from Miele.
~Miele will not be held liable for damage resulting from a faulty
connection to the water supply.
~The ice cube maker is not intended to be used with a hot water
supply line.
Proper use
~The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range
(room temperature range) and should not be used outside this
range.
The climate range is specified on the data plate inside the
appliance. If the room is too cold, it will cause the cooling system to
remain off for too long so that the temperature in the appliance rises.
~The ventilation cross-sections must not be blocked or covered in
any way.
This interferes with proper air supply to the appliance. This in turn
causes increased energy consumption and may also result in
damage to appliance components.
~If you store fatty or greasy foods in the appliance or the appliance
door, make sure that no oil or grease leaks onto the plastic parts of
the appliance.
This can cause the plastic to crack and break.
~Never store explosive materials or products with flammable
propellants (spray cans, for example) in the appliance. The electric
components can ignite the flammable gas. Fire and explosion
hazard!
Safety Instructions and Warnings
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~Do not operate any electrical devices in the appliance (soft ice
cream maker, for example). This could cause sparking. Risk of
explosion!
~Do not use the freezer section for storing cans or bottles that
contain carbonated beverages or liquids that could freeze. The cans
or bottles could burst.
Risk of personal injury or damage to the appliance!
~High-proof alcohol should be stored upright in tightly closed
bottles in the refrigerator section. Danger of explosion!
~Bottles that are put in the freezer for quick cooling must be
removed within one hour. Otherwise, they could burst. Risk of injury
and damage to the appliance!
~Do not handle frozen items or metal parts when your hands are
wet. Your hands could freeze to the items. Risk of injury!
~Never put ice or popsicles in your mouth immediately after taking
them out of the freezer.
Your lips or tongue could freeze to the item. Risk of injury!
~Never re-freeze partially or completed thawed food. Thawed food
should be used promptly, before it loses nutritional value or spoils.
However, once it has been cooked, thawed food can be refrozen.
~Eating food stored for too long can cause food poisoning.
The storage life depends on many factors, including the quality of
the food, how fresh it is, and the storage temperature. Always
observe the food producer's recommended storage instructions and
best before dates.
~Use only original Miele spare parts. Adding or installing other
parts will void any warranty and/or product liability claims.
Safety Instructions and Warnings
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Cleaning and care
~Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals.
They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.
~Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short
circuit.
~Never use a pointed or sharp-edged object to
–remove frost or ice,
–or to detach food items frozen to the walls.
This will damage the evaporators, causing irreversible damage to
the appliance.
~Never place candles or electric heaters in the appliance to
defrost it. This will damage the plastic.
~Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers. They may contain
substances that can damage the plastic or that could cause a
build-up of explosive gasses or pose a health hazard.
Disposal of your old appliance
~Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latches
or locks unusable.
This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking
themselves in and endangering their lives.
~Take care not to damage any part of the cooling system, for
example by
–puncturing the coolant channels in the evaporator,
–kinking any pipework,
–scratching the surface coating.
Caution: Spraying coolant can damage the eyes.
Safety Instructions and Warnings
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Normal
energy consumption
Increased
energy consumption
Installation /
maintenance
In a well ventilated room. In an enclosed,
poorly ventilated room.
Protected from direct
sunlight.
In direct sunlight.
Away from heat sources
(radiator, stove/oven).
Near a heat source (radiator,
stove/oven).
Where the room temperature
is ideal, i.e. around 20°C.
Where the room temperature
is higher.
Do not block the ventilation
openings, and keep them
clean.
Where the ventilation
openings are blocked and
full of dust.
Temperature
setting
4 to 5°C in the refrigerator
section
The lower the temperature
setting, the higher the
energy consumption.
-18°C in the freezer section
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Normal
energy consumption
Increased
energy consumption
Use The drawers and shelves are
in the original arrangement.
Only open the doors when
necessary and for as short a
time as possible.
Store food in an organized
way.
Frequent opening of the door
or for long periods will allow
the cold to escape and warm
air to enter. The appliance
tries to keep the temperature
low and the compressor runs
longer.
When shopping, use a cooler
box or bag and place the food
in the appliance as soon as
possible.
Replace items removed from
the appliance as soon as
possible before they warm up.
Allow hot food and drinks to
cool down before placing
them in the appliance.
Hot food warms up the
appliance.
The appliance then tries to
keep the temperature low and
the compressor runs longer.
Store food covered or
wrapped.
The evaporation or
condensation of liquids in the
refrigerator section lower the
cooling performance.
Place frozen food in the
refrigerator to thaw.
Do not overfill the appliance in
order to allow the air to
circulate.
How to save Energy
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Before first use
It is very important to let the
appliance stand for 30 to 60 minutes
after trasport before you plug it in for
the first time. Failure to do so can
prevent the appliance from
functioning properly!
Packaging material
^Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.
Protective film
The stainless steel trim and covers are
covered with a film to protect them
during transportation.
^Pull the protective film off the
stainless steel surfaces.
Care and cleaning
^Immediately after pulling the film off,
wipe the stainless steel surfaces with
the Miele stainless steel conditioner
provided.
Important! Each application of the
stainless steel conditioner forms a
durable protective film that is stain-
and water-repellent!
^Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories (see "Cleaning and
care").
Operating the appliance
A light touch of the finger on the sensor
buttons is all that is required to operate
this appliance.
After transporting the appliance, let
it stand for approx. 1/2 to 1 hour
before plugging it in. This is
necessary to ensure that the
appliance functions correctly!
Turning the appliance on
The refrigerator and freezer sections
can be turned on and off separately so
that you can use one section only.
This is useful when you only need to
have the freezer section running (when
going on holiday, for example.)
^Touch the button for switching the
refrigerator and/or the freezer section
on and off so that the respective
temperature is displayed.
The appliance starts cooling.
The top temperature display shows the
temperature in the refrigerator section,
the bottom temperature is that in the
freezer section.
If the temperature in the freezer section
is above 0°C (32°F), only dashes are
displayed.
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The alarm symbol ;on the control
panel flashes until the selected
temperature is reached.
The interior lighting will come on when
the refrigerator door or a freezer drawer
is opened.
Allow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it.
Do not place food in the freezer
section until the temperature is cold
enough (at least -18°C).
Turning the appliance off
^Touch the button for switching the
refrigerator and/or the freezer section
on and off until the respective
temperature display goes out.
This is not possible when the safety
lock is on, which is indicated by the
0symbol on the control panel.
The interior lighting goes out and the
cooling is turned off.
Switching off for longer
periods of time
If the appliance is not needed for a
longer period of time:
^remove all food from the appliance,
^set the ice cube maker to the
vacation state (see "Cleaning and
care") and leave the upper freezer
drawer open,
^empty the ice cube container,
^close the water shut-off valve,
^turn the appliance off,
^unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet or trip the circuit
breaker on the electrical service
panel,
^clean the appliance, and
^leave the doors ajar to prevent any
odour build-up in the appliance.
If, during a long absence, the
appliance is turned off but not
cleaned and the doors are left
closed, mould may build up in the
appliance.
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The right temperature is very important
for storing food. If food is not stored at
the right temperature, bacteria can
multiply rapidly, causing the food to
spoil. This can be prevented or delayed
by selecting the right temperature.
Temperature affects the rate at which
bacteria multiply. Reducing the
temperature slows down this process.
The temperature in the appliance will
rise for the following reasons:
–if you open the door frequently or
keep it open too long,
– if you put too much food in it,
– if you put food in it that is too warm,
– if the room temperature is too high.
The appliance is designed for use
within a certain climate range (room
temperature range) and should not
be used outside this range.
...intherefrigerator
We recommend a temperature of 3°C
(39°F) in the refrigerator section.
Automatic cold air circulation
(DynaCool)
Whenever the refrigerator section
switches on for cooling, the fan is
automatically switched on as well. This
ensures that cold air is evenly
distributed throughout the refrigerator,
so that all the food stored inside will be
chilled to approximately the same
temperature.
...inthefreezer
For freezing fresh food and storing
frozen food for longer periods of time,
the temperature needs to be -18°C
(0°F). At this temperature, most
bacteria stop multiplying. However,
when the temperature rises above
-10°C (14°F) the bacteria become
active, causing the food to start
deteriorating and reducing the storage
life. This is why any partially or
completely thawed food must never be
refrozen until it has been cooked. High
cooking temperatures will kill most
bacteria.
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Temperature display
In normal operation the display
shows the current mean refrigerator
temperature and the temperature in
the warmest part of the freezer.
Dashes are displayed if the
temperature in the freezer section is not
within the displayable range.
Depending on the room temperature, it
can take several hours (3 to 8) until the
selected temperature is reached and
displayed steadily.
If the temperature was above -18°C
(0°F) for a longer period of time you
will need to check to make sure that
no frozen food started to thaw. Any
food that started to thaw must be
used as soon as possible!
The temperature display flashes when
– a new temperature is being set,
–the temperature in the appliance has
risen by several degrees, indicating
that it is warming up too much, or
–a fault is displayed "F1" to "F5" (see
"Problem solving guide").
This short-term loss of cooling is no
cause for concern in the following
cases:
–when the door has been left open for
a while, for example to take out or
put in a large amount of food,
–when fresh food is being frozen.
Setting the temperature for the
refrigerator and freezer
The temperatures for the refrigerator
and the freezer are set separately using
the buttons for the respective section.
^Set the desired temperatures using
each of the buttons.
Tap
–Up to increase the temperature
–Down to decrease the temperature.
The temperature display flashes while
you set the new temperature.
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