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Miele KFN 29683 D obsw Operating And Installation Instructions

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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, IE, ZA
M.-Nr. 10 641 690

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  • Page 1 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, IE, ZA M.-Nr. 10 641 690...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning and Safety instructions................ 5 Caring for the environment ................ 13 How to save energy.....................  14 Guide to the appliance .................. 16 Accessories ...................... 18 Accessories supplied .................... 18 Optional accessories..................... 19 Before using for the first time ................ 21 Before using for the first time ................
  • Page 3 Contents Explanation of the different Settings ..............37 Switching Party mode  on or off .............. 37 Switching Holiday mode  on/off .............. 38 Using the minute minder  (QuickCool timer) .......... 39 Activating  or deactivating  the safety lock .......... 40 Switching the refrigeration appliance off  .............  40 Switching Sabbath mode ...
  • Page 4 Contents Adjusting the interior fittings.................. 60 Using accessories ....................61 Defrosting...................... 62 Cleaning and care .................... 63 Cleaning agents..................... 63 Preparing the appliance for cleaning..............64 Cleaning the interior and accessories ..............66 Cleaning the front of the appliance and the side panels........67 Cleaning the ventilation grille ................

  • Page 5: Warning And Safety Instructions

    The appliance is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance.
  • Page 6 Warning and Safety instructions  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.
  • Page 7 In the event of any damage: – avoid naked flames or anything which creates a spark, – disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply, – ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and – contact the Miele Service Department.
  • Page 8  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.
  • Page 9 Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the warranty is invalidated.  Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genuine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by Miele spare parts.
  • Page 10  Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manufacturers will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept...
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Cleaning and care  Scratches on the door glass can result in the glass breaking. Do not use abrasive cleaners, hard sponges, brushes or sharp metal tools to clean the door glass.  Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time.
  • Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions 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.

  • Page 13: Caring For The Environment

    / recycling centre for electrical and electronic appliances, or contact your dealer or Miele for advice. You are also responsible (by law, depending on country) for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of.

  • Page 14: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation / In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated Maintenance room. Protected from direct In direct sunlight. sunlight. Not near to a heat source Near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
  • Page 15 How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Drawers and shelves arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered. Only open the door when Frequent opening of doors necessary and for as short a for long periods will cause a time as possible.

  • Page 16: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance a Control panel with display b Refrigerator section interior lighting c Fan d Adjustable shelf e Egg tray/door shelf f Holder with active charcoal filter (Active AirClean) g Bottle rack h Adjustable shelf with lighting (FlexiLight) i Bottle shelf with bottle holder j PerfectFresh Pro info system k PerfectFresh Pro zone, dry...
  • Page 17 Guide to the appliance 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) For confirming a setting /...

  • Page 18: Accessories

    Accessories Butter dish Accessories supplied Bottle holder KKF-FF Active AirClean charcoal filters with holder The flexible ribs grip the bottles securely when the door is opened and closed. Bottle rack The charcoal filters neutralise unpleasant odours in the refrigerator section for improved air quality. Ice cube tray Bottles can be stored horizontally using the bottle rack to save space.

  • Page 19: Optional Accessories

    Accessories Door opening angle limiter Optional accessories A range of useful Miele accessories and care products are available for your appliance. Multi-purpose microfibre cloth The door hinges are set ex works to enable the door to be opened up to The microfibre cloth is suitable for 115°.
  • Page 20 (iOS® or Android™ operating systems). To use the Miele@mobile app or The charcoal filter holder clips onto the Miele@home features, such as the protective strip at the back of the shelf option to switch on SuperCool/ and can be moved as necessary.

  • Page 21: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Before using for the first time Connecting the appliance  Connect the appliance to the Packaging material electricity supply as described in  Remove all packaging material from “Electrical connection”. the inside of the appliance. Removing the protective film ...

  • Page 22: Switching On And Off

     Touch  briefly. The start screen is the screen from The welcome message which all settings can be selected. Miele - Willkommen will appear in the display for approx. 3 seconds. If this does not happen and  appears in the display, the safety lock is still activated (see “Selecting further...

  • Page 23: Switching Off The Refrigeration Appliance

    Switching on and off The display is divided into several fields Switching off the refrigeration for this purpose: appliance The temperature display for the You can switch the appliance off in refrigerator section is in the upper Settings mode (see “Selecting further field.
  • Page 24 Switching on and off Switching off the refrigerator section/  PerfectFresh Pro zone separately The refrigerator section can be  switched off without having to switch  °C off the freezer section. The freezer section cannot be switched off Start screen - refrigerator section switched separately.

  • Page 25: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time

    Switching on and off Switching the refrigerator section/ Switching off for longer PerfectFresh Pro zone on separately periods of time (if previously switched off) If, during a long absence, the refrigeration appliance is switched off  but not cleaned and the door(s) left ...

  • Page 26: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct ... in the refrigerator section temperature for storing food in the and in the PerfectFresh Pro appliance. Bacteria will cause food zone which is not stored at the correct We recommend a temperature of 4 °C temperature to deteriorate rapidly.

  • Page 27: Temperature Display

    The correct temperature Temperature display Setting the temperature The temperatures for the refrigerator and freezer sections can be set °C independently of one another.   Touch the temperature display for the  °C section you want to change. The previously set temperature will Start screen appear.

  • Page 28: Temperature Range

    The correct temperature  Touch immediately after setting Tip: If you have adjusted the the temperature to confirm your entry. temperature, wait for approx. 6 hours if the appliance is not very full and for  Or wait approx. 8 seconds after the approx.

  • Page 29: Using Super Cool And Super Freeze

    Using Super cool and Super freeze The following functions can be Super freeze function  selected, depending on section. For optimum results switch on the – Refrigerator section Super freeze function before putting Super cool  fresh food into the freezer section. This helps food to freeze quickly and retain –...

  • Page 30: Switching A Function On Or Off

    Using Super cool and Super freeze  Touch . Switching a function on or off  Touch the temperature display for the – If the symbol is lit up orange, the function is selected. section you want. – If the symbol is white, the function is ...

  • Page 31: Temperature And Door Alarm

    Temperature and door alarm The appliance has a warning system The temperature alarm occurs when, for which ensures that the temperature in example: the freezer cannot rise unnoticed and to – You switch on the refrigeration avoid energy being wasted if a door is appliance and the temperature in a left open.

  • Page 32: Door Alarm

    Temperature and door alarm Switching the temperature alarm off Door alarm early and checking the warmest The appliance has a warning system to temperature prevent energy being wasted and food If the alarm disturbs you, you can becoming warm if the doors are left switch it off early.
  • Page 33 Temperature and door alarm The door alarm is only displayed on the start screen. The door alarm is automatically supressed when you are in Settings mode. No symbol will be displayed and no alarm will sound. If an audible tone does not sound in the event of a door alarm, the alarm has been switched off in Settings mode (see “Selecting further settings –...

  • Page 34: Selecting Further Settings

    Set the display brightness Level 1–7  °C Change the temperature unit °C °F  Demo mode (only visible when switched on)   Reset default settings  Access information about your Display (important when refrigeration appliance reporting a fault to Miele Service)
  • Page 35 Selecting further settings  Replace charcoal filter On (orange symbol)/off reminder  Clean ventilation grille reminder On (orange symbol)/off...
  • Page 36 Selecting further settings Selecting further settings    In Settings mode , certain settings can be adjusted and functions selected, allowing you to adjust the refrigeration    appliance to suit your requirements. See the following pages for more Settings mode information on these settings.

  • Page 37: Explanation Of The Different Settings

    Selecting further settings Entering values Explanation of the different Settings All values entered must be confirmed with  . If the value is not confirmed Switching Party mode  on or off the display will revert to the start screen after approx. 15 seconds and the set or This function is particularly useful if you altered values will not be adopted.

  • Page 38: Switching Holiday Mode  On/Off

    Selecting further settings Switching Holiday mode  on/off If Holiday mode cannot be switched on, the refrigerator section has been This function is useful when you go on switched off separately. holiday if you do not wish to switch the refrigerator section off completely and If the Party mode or SuperCool do not need a high degree of cooling.

  • Page 39: Using The Minute Minder  (Quickcool Timer)

    Selecting further settings Using the minute minder  – When the minute minder duration (QuickCool timer) has elapsed An audible signal will sound and  will The minute minder can be used to time other activities in the kitchen, flash. e.g. chilling pastry.

  • Page 40: Activating  Or Deactivating  The Safety Lock

    Selecting further settings Activating  or deactivating  the – Deactivating the safety lock  safety lock  Touch the display. The safety lock can be activated to  appears. prevent:  Touch  for approx. 6 seconds. – the appliance being switched off by mistake, The start screen will appear.

  • Page 41: Switching Sabbath Mode  On/Off

    Selecting further settings Switching Sabbath mode  on/off – Switching Sabbath mode on  Touch . The refrigeration appliance has a Sabbath mode to support the  lights up orange. observance of religious customs. Then  lights up white in the display. The following functions are deactivated with Sabbath mode: –...

  • Page 42: Setting The Time Before The Door Alarm  Is Triggered

    Selecting further settings Setting the time before the door Adjusting the temperature in the alarm  is triggered PerfectFresh Pro zone   The refrigeration appliance has a door In the PerfectFresh Pro zone the alarm. If a door is open for a longer temperature is maintained between 0 period of time an alarm will sound (if and 3 °C.

  • Page 43: Switching The Sensor Tone  On / Off

    Selecting further settings Switching the sensor tone  on / Setting the display brightness   off  You can set the display brightness in  Every time a selectable field is touched the segment bar: a sensor tone sounds. You can switch If all segments are filled in, the this on ...

  • Page 44: Resetting To The Factory Default Settings

    The  symbol will then appear in the start screen in the temperature display Tip: This data is important when and an audible tone will sound (if reporting an appliance fault to Miele switched on). Service. Confirm with to leave the Touch the symbol to confirm the information screen.

  • Page 45: Clean Ventilation Grille  Reminder

    Tip: The ventilation grille should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner (e.g. use the dusting brush for Miele vacuum cleaners). A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance. Touch the symbol to confirm the message.

  • Page 46: Storing Food In The Refrigerator Section

    Storing food in the refrigerator section Different storage zones  Risk of explosion due to flammable mixes of gases. Due to natural air circulation, there are Electrical components can cause different temperature zones in the flammable mixes of gases to ignite. refrigerator section.

  • Page 47: Food Which Is Not Suitable For Storage In The Refrigerator Section

    Storing food in the refrigerator section Coldest area Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator The coldest area in the refrigerator section is directly above the section PerfectFresh Pro zone dividing plate Not all food is suitable for refrigeration and at the back of the appliance.

  • Page 48: Notes On Buying Food

    Storing food in the refrigerator section Notes on buying food The freshness of food when first placed in the appliance is an important factor in determining how long it stays fresh, and how long it can be kept in the appliance.

  • Page 49: Storing Food In The Perfectfresh Pro Zone

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone The PerfectFresh Pro zone provides The PerfectFresh Pro zone is divided ideal storage conditions for fruit, into two areas: vegetables, fish, meat and dairy The Info system (shown here in products. Food stays fresh considerably sections) above the PerfectFresh Pro longer while retaining both flavour and zone helps you to choose the correct...

  • Page 50: Dry Compartment

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Dry compartment  Humidity-controlled compartment ,  /  The dry compartment is ideal for storing foods which perish easily, such as Humidity level not increased  – fish and seafood; At the  setting the humidity controlled compartment becomes a dry –...
  • Page 51 Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone Regulating the humidity level in High humidity in the humidity- the humidity-controlled controlled compartment can cause condensate to build up on the floor compartment of the compartment as well as A slide control is used to regulate the beneath the lid.

  • Page 52: Storage Results For Food Stored In The Perfectfresh Pro Zone

    Storing food in the PerfectFresh Pro zone – Increased humidity  /  in the Storage results for food stored humidity controlled compartment is in the PerfectFresh Pro zone achieved by the moisture present in the food being stored, i.e. the more Observe the following tips if you find food stored in the compartment, the that food you have stored does not...

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Interior Fittings (Refrigerator Section)

    Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section) Adjusting the door/bottle shelf The raised edge on the protective strip at the back must face upwards to Only move door/bottle shelves when prevent food from touching the back they are empty. of the appliance and freezing to it. ...

  • Page 54: Removing The Perfectfresh Pro Zone Drawers

    Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section) Removing the PerfectFresh Pro zone drawers The drawers in the PerfectFresh Pro zone sit on telescopic runners and can be removed for filling, emptying or cleaning purposes: Remove the bottle shelf from the door to make it easier to take out the drawers.

  • Page 55: Moving The Charcoal Filters

    Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section) Moving the charcoal filters Moving and fitting the bottle holder When storing very strong smelling food (e.g. very ripe cheese): – Place the holder with the charcoal filters on the shelf where this food is kept.

  • Page 56: Freezing And Storing Food

    Freezing and storing food Maximum freezing capacity Storing frozen food To ensure that fresh food placed in the When buying frozen food to store in freezer freezes through to the core as your freezer, check quickly as possible, the maximum –...

  • Page 57: Home Freezing

    Freezing and storing food – Placing hot foods or drinks in the Home freezing freezer causes food that is already Only freeze fresh food which is in a frozen to partially thaw and increases good condition. energy consumption. Allow hot foods and drinks to cool down before Hints on home freezing placing them in the freezer.
  • Page 58 Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the appliance – Freezing the maximum amount of food (see data plate)  When freezing more than 1 kg of fresh food, switch on the SuperFreeze If the ventilation slots are blocked the function for some time before placing cooling performance will decrease the food in the freezer (see “Using and energy consumption will...

  • Page 59: Storage Time For Frozen Food

    Freezing and storing food Storage time for frozen food Defrosting frozen goods The storage life of food is very variable, Never re-freeze partially or fully even at a constant temperature of defrosted food. Defrosted food may -18 °C. Decomposition processes also only be re-frozen after it has been take place in frozen food, albeit at a cooked.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Freezing and storing food Cooling drinks quickly Adjusting the interior fittings To cool drinks quickly in the refrigerator Removing the drawers and glass section, switch on the SuperCool shelves function. The drawers can be removed for filling, If you want to cool a large amount of emptying or cleaning purposes.

  • Page 61: Using Accessories

    Freezing and storing food Making ice cubes Using accessories Using the cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer zone from rising too quickly in the event of a power cut. This can help prolong the storage life. ...

  • Page 62: Defrosting

    Defrosting Refrigerator section and Freezer section PerfectFresh Pro zone The appliance is equipped with a “NoFrost” system. The freezer defrosts The refrigerator section and the automatically. PerfectFresh Pro zone defrost automatically. The moisture generated in the appliance collects on the condenser Condensate and frost can build up on and is automatically defrosted and the back wall of the refrigerator section...

  • Page 63: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Cleaning agents Do not let water get into the electronic unit or the lighting. Cleaning and conditioning agents used inside the appliance must be  Risk of damage due to moisture food safe. ingress. The steam from a steam cleaner can To avoid damaging all the surfaces of damage plastic and and electrical your appliance, do not use:...

  • Page 64: Preparing The Appliance For Cleaning

    Cleaning and care Preparing the appliance for cleaning  Switch the appliance off.  appears in the display and cooling is switched off.  Disconnect it from the mains.  Take any food out of the appliance  Pull off the front strip with the rollers. and store it in a cool place.
  • Page 65 Cleaning and care Dismantling the bottle and door  Risk of damage as a result of shelves incorrect handling. When you remove the stainless steel Remove the stainless steel trim before trim with LED lighting, the contacts cleaning the door shelves in a (metal disc) can be damaged.

  • Page 66: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and  Risk of damage as a result of accessories excessively high dishwasher temperatures. The refrigeration appliance should be Parts of the refrigeration appliance cleaned regularly, or at least once a may become unusable, e.g. deform, month.

  • Page 67: Cleaning The Front Of The Appliance And The Side Panels

    All surfaces are susceptible to a little alcohol but no citrus or similar scratching. Contact with unsuitable additives. We also recommend the Miele ceramic and stainless steel cleaning agents can alter or discolour the surfaces. Scratches on cleaner. glass fronts can lead to breakage in some circumstances.

  • Page 68: Cleaning The Ventilation Grille

    Replace charcoal filter reminder”). cleaners). Replacement KKF-RF charcoal filters Tip: If you want to be reminded can be obtained from Miele , from automatically every 12 months, switch your retailer or from Miele's website. the “Clean ventilation grille” reminder on (see “Selecting further settings –...

  • Page 69: After Cleaning

    Cleaning and care After cleaning  Replace all shelves and accessories in the appliance.  Reconnect to the mains and switch the appliance back on.  Switch on the Super freeze function for a while so that the freezer section can cool down quickly.

  • Page 70: Problem Solving Guide

    Check whether the mains fuse has tripped. There could be a fault with the appliance, the household electrical wiring or another electrical appliance.  Contact a qualified electrician or Miele. The compressor runs This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressor continuously.
  • Page 71 Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy The doors have been opened too frequently, or a large amount of fresh food has been placed inside and/or frozen at the same time.  Only open the doors when necessary and for as short a time as possible.
  • Page 72  Check whether the door seal is damaged. The door seal is No tools are required to change the door seal. damaged or needs to  Change the door seal. A replacement is available be replaced. from Miele or from specialist retailers.
  • Page 73 Problem solving guide Display warnings Message Cause and remedy  lights up on the Demo mode is switched on. display, the appliance  Switch Demo mode off (see “Selecting further does not get cold even settings – Switching Demo mode off”). though the controls and the interior lighting are working.
  • Page 74 Problem solving guide Message Cause and remedy   is lit up yellow in the The door alarm has been activated (also see  temperature display for “Temperature and door alarm”). the refrigerator section  Touch  in the display.  and/or the freezer The alarm message is confirmed and the warning section and an alarm is tone stops.
  • Page 75 Problem solving guide Message Cause and remedy   lights up red in the The temperature alarm has been activated (see  freezer section “Temperature and door alarm”). The temperature in temperature display and the freezer section has risen higher or fallen lower an alarm also sounds.
  • Page 76 Problem solving guide Message Cause and remedy  Indication of an interruption to the power supply:  lights up red in the the temperature in the appliance over the last few display and an alarm days or hours has risen too high because of a power also sounds.
  • Page 77 There is a fault. display, a fault code F  To switch the alarm off touch  in the display. with numbers appears  Contact Miele. and an alarm also To report the fault you need the fault code and also sounds.
  • Page 78 1/1M. The lighting covers must not be removed or damaged, or be removed due to damage. This could cause injury to your eyes. Do not look into the LED lighting (laser beam class 1/1M) with optical instruments (e.g. a magnifying glass or similar).  Call Miele Service.
  • Page 79 This could cause injury to your eyes. Do not look into the LED lighting (laser beam class 1/1M) with optical instruments (e.g. magnifying glass or similar).  Replace the adjustable shelf with LED lighting. A replacement is available from Miele Service.
  • Page 80  Push the shelf in until it clicks into position.  Close the appliance door. The interior lighting will come on when the door is opened again. If this is not the case, then there is a fault.  Call Miele.
  • Page 81 Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Cause and remedy Food has frozen The food packaging was not dry when placed in the together. freezer.  Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon handle or plastic scraper, to prise it apart carefully. The external walls of This is not a fault.

  • Page 82: Noises

    Noises Normal What causes them noises Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on. Blubb, A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating blubb ...

  • Page 83: Service

    In the event of any faults which you please contact Miele Customer Service. cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele Dealer or Miele Service. Contact information for Miele Service can be found at the end of this document.

  • Page 84: Electrical Connection

    (EN 60335). A longer connection cable is available The mains plug and mains connection to order from Miele . cable must not come into contact with The fuse rating must be at least 10 A. the back of the refrigeration appliance...
  • Page 85 Electrical connection Do not connect the refrigeration Connecting the appliance appliance to a stand-alone inverter such as those used with an autonomous energy source, e.g. solar power. When the refrigeration appliance is switched on, power surges could result in a safety switch-off. This could damage the electronic module.

  • Page 86: Installation

    Installation Side-by-side installation  Fire risk and danger of damage from appliances which give off heat.  Risk of damage due to corrosion Appliances which give off heat can on external appliance panels. catch fire and set fire to the In environments with high humidity, refrigeration appliance.

  • Page 87: Location

    Installation Location  Risk of damage due to condensation on external appliance This appliance should be installed in a panels. dry, well-ventilated room. In environments with high humidity, When deciding where to install your condensation can build up on refrigeration appliance please bear in external appliance panels, which can mind that it will use more energy if cause corrosion.

  • Page 88: Climate Range

    Installation Climate range Ventilation The appliance is designed for use within  Risk of fire and damage due to a certain climate range (ambient insufficient ventilation. temperatures) and should not be used If the refrigeration appliance is not outside this range. The climate range of ventilated sufficiently, the the appliance is stated on the data plate compressor will run more frequently...

  • Page 89: Fitting Supplied Wall Spacers

    Installation Fitting supplied wall spacers Limiting the opening angle of the appliance door The wall spacers supplied must be The door hinges are set ex works to used in order to achieve declared enable the door to be opened up to energy consumption values and to 115°.
  • Page 90 Installation  Remove cover  from the door hinge and cover  from the soft-close mechanism.  Undo and remove the screw  on the soft-close mechanism  and insert a screwdriver behind the soft- close mechanism.  Remove soft-close mechanism . – Fitting the door opening angle limiter ...
  • Page 91 Installation – Fitting the soft-close mechanism  Fit the cover  on the door hinge.  Insert the soft-close mechanism   Fit the panel  so that it clicks into on the door hinge side (at an angle position. initially) so that it clicks into position. ...

  • Page 92: Installation

    Installation Installation Aligning the appliance  Two people are required for installing the appliance.  The appliance must be empty when it is installed.  Move the appliance carefully on floors that are sensitive to scratching  To align the appliance, adjust the to prevent damage.

  • Page 93: Installing The Refrigeration Appliance In A Run Of Kitchen Units

    Installation Installing the refrigeration appliance in a run of kitchen units  Risk of fire and damage due to insufficient ventilation. If the refrigeration appliance is not ventilated sufficiently, the compressor will run more frequently and for longer periods. This will result in increased energy consumption and a higher operating temperature for the compressor.
  • Page 94 Installation The larger the ventilation gap, the more economically the compressor will work. – A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm depth must be provided at the back of the refrigeration appliance behind the whole width of the top box for air to circulate.

  • Page 95: Appliance Dimensions

    Installation Appliance dimensions * Dimensions without wall spacers. Appliance depth is increased by 15 mm with the wall spacers supplied fitted. [mm] [mm] KFN 29683 D obsw 1180 KFN 29683 D brws 1180...

  • Page 96: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging The refrigeration appliance is supplied Preparing to change the door hinging with hinges on the right. If left-hand To change the door hinging, you will hinging is required, the hinges must be need the following tools: changed.
  • Page 97 Changing the door hinging Remove the top covers Removing the soft-close mechanism  Open the appliance door.  Push off right outer cover .  Click the red safety device  (supplied with the refrigeration appliance) into place in the opening. The safety device prevents the soft- close mechanism and the hinge plate from snapping shut.

  • Page 98: Releasing The Cable From The Upper Door Hinge

    Changing the door hinging  Carefully release the grey cable  from the guide in the appliance door.  Press tab  upwards.  Use a flat-head screwdriver to push the tab down and pull the cover   Carefully pull plug  out. out of the coupling.
  • Page 99 Changing the door hinging Removing the upper door  Danger of injury when removing the upper door.  Danger of injury when removing As soon as the hinge pin is located in the upper door. the upper door rather than in the The upper door is not secure as middle hinge plate, the lower door is soon as the pin has been removed...
  • Page 100 Changing the door hinging  Pull off cover  and push the soft- close mechanism along until the hinge plate is accessible.  Push out pin  on the hinge plate from below and remove it.  Remove hinge pin  from the bearing bush in lower door .
  • Page 101 Changing the door hinging Changing the lower hinge plate over  Turn holder  through 180°, and screw it into position in the two opposite slots in the hinge plate.  Secure hinge plate  on the opposite side, starting with screw  in the ...
  • Page 102 Changing the door hinging Changing the middle hinge Changing the upper door hinge plate over over  Pull off cover .  Unscrew hinge plate  with the protective film underneath.  Undo and remove screws  from the door hinge , then take it off together with the cable.
  • Page 103 Changing the door hinging  Release cable  from the guide.  Swing cable holder  back in.  Refit bearing bush  from the other side until it clicks into position. Pay attention to the marking  on the  Pull cover  off. cable.
  • Page 104 Changing the door hinging Preparing the doors Tip: Spread a suitable cover over a stable surface to protect the appliance door from damage. Place the door on it with the outside facing down. Carry out the following steps on both doors.
  • Page 105 Changing the door hinging  Refit door opening aid  on the  Fully unscrew the screw with the grey opposite side. plastic collar  and the screw without the collar .  Push door opening slider  through  Pull the door opening sliders  firmly the slots until it clicks into position.
  • Page 106 Changing the door hinging Change the soft-close mechanism over If you want to limit the door opening angle to approx. 90° you need to fit the door opening angle limiter supplied before refitting the soft-close mechanism (see “Door opening angle limiter”). ...
  • Page 107 Changing the door hinging Fit the bearing bush supplied into the upper appliance door  Insert soft-close mechanism  on the door hinge side (at an angle initially) so that it clicks into position.  Then press the other end of the soft- ...
  • Page 108 Changing the door hinging Refitting the lower door Securing the lower soft-close mechanism  Open the lower door.  Pull cover  along hinged arm  on the soft-close mechanism.  Open the door 90°.  Push hinged arm  into the opening on holder .
  • Page 109 Changing the door hinging  Insert panel  on the opposite side Refitting the upper door from the door hinge (at an angle initially) and then click it into position.  Close the appliance door.  Place upper door  onto middle hinge pin ...

  • Page 110: Connecting The Cable To The Upper Door Hinge

    Changing the door hinging Connecting the cable to the upper door hinge  Guide cable  above the door hinge,  Fit holder with the cable connected to and insert plug . it into the opening: the tab with the  Lay cable strands  carefully into the longer opening must face forwards.
  • Page 111 Changing the door hinging Secure the soft-close Fit the upper covers mechanism  Open the door 90°.  Fit cover  on the door hinge.  Fit panel  so that it clicks into position.  Push on cover  until it clicks into position.

  • Page 112: Aligning The Appliance Doors

    Aligning the appliance doors The appliance doors can be aligned Align the upper door using the long with the appliance housing after they outer slots in the middle hinge plate: have been fitted. In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what you have to To align the lower door use the long...
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