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Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge freezer
with dynamic cooling
KFN 14842 SD ed
KFN 14943 SD ed
en - GB, HK
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed or used for the
first time.
M.-Nr. 07 858 490
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- Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge freezer with dynamic cooling KFN 14842 SD ed KFN 14943 SD ed en - GB, HK To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Guide to the appliance ..........5 Caring for the environment . - Page 3 Contents Adjusting the interior fittings ........30 Moving the shelves .
- Page 4 Contents Ventilation ............49 Installation .
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Page 5: Guide To The Appliance
Guide to the appliance a On sensor for the whole appliance g Sensor for switching between the and On/Off sensor for switching the refrigerator and the freezer sections refrigerator and freezer sections on (top = "Refrigerator" symbol; and off separately bottom = "Freezer"... - Page 6 Guide to the appliance a Fan b Interior lighting c Butter and cheese compartment d Bottle rack e Egg tray/Condiment tray f Active charcoal filter holder g Adjustable shelves h Condensate channel and drain hole i Fruit and vegetable containers j Bottle divider* k Bottle shelf l Freezer drawers with...
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Page 7: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for human health and to the environment. -
Page 8: Warning And Safety Instructions
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the appliance. -
Page 9: Technical Safety
Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety - air the room in which the appliance is located for several minutes and Before setting up the appliance, - contact the Service Department for check it for any externally visible advice. damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. - Page 10 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original national and local safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified spare parts. The manufacturer can only persons could be dangerous. The...
- Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids Never handle frozen food with wet which could freeze in the freezer. The hands. Your hands may freeze to the cans or bottles could explode. Danger frozen food.
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Page 12: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance
Warning and Safety instructions Disposal of your old appliance Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they might contain Before disposing of an old substances which could damage the appliance, first make the door latch or plastic parts or which could cause the lock unusable. -
Page 13: How To Save Energy
How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not situated near to a heat source Situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven). -
Page 14: Switching On And Off
The temperature display for the (available from www.miele-shop.com). refrigerator section will show the current temperature in the refrigerator section. Important: Stainless steel conditioner gives long lasting... -
Page 15: Switching Off
Switching on and off Switching off ^ Touch the On/Off sensor until all of This sensor is used to switch between the indicators go out. (If this does not the refrigerator and freezer sections. happen, the safety lock is still If you want to select the freezer section activated). -
Page 16: Settings Mode
Switching on and off Settings mode The section you selected is now switched off while the other section Certain settings on the appliance can remains switched on. only be selected in the settings mode. To switch a section back on again: How to select the settings mode and how to change the settings is described in the relevant section of... -
Page 17: Switching The Sensor Tone On/Off
Switching on and off Switching the sensor tone on/off Activating or deactivating the safety lock The tone which sounds each time a sensor is touched can be deactivated. The safety lock can be activated to prevent the appliance being switched off inadvertently. -
Page 18: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time
Switching on and off ^ Touch the On/Off sensor. You have now left the settings mode. The safety lock indicator will light up in the temperature display when the safety lock has been activated. Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time, e.g. -
Page 19: The Correct Temperature
The correct temperature . . . in the freezer section It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the To freeze fresh food and to store frozen appliance. Micro-organisms will cause food for a long time, a temperature of food which is not stored at the correct -18 °C is required. -
Page 20: Setting The Temperature
The correct temperature Setting the temperature – Leaving a finger on the sensor: changes the temperature The temperatures in the refrigerator and continuously. freezer sections are set independently When the highest or lowest of one another. temperature in the range is reached, the X or Y sensor disappears. -
Page 21: Changing The Temperature Display Brightness
The correct temperature ^ Touch the On/Off sensor. Changing the temperature display brightness You have now left the settings mode. The temperature display brightness can be adjusted to suit the lighting conditions of the room. ^ Touch and leave your finger on the X sensor. -
Page 22: Alarm
Alarm Switching the temperature Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the alarm off early temperature in the appliance cannot If the noise disturbs you, you can rise unnoticed and to avoid energy switch the alarm off early if you wish. being wasted if a door is left open. -
Page 23: Door Alarm
Alarm Door alarm The alarm will sound if a door is left open for more than approx. 2 minutes. The alarm off sensor will light up red and the symbol for the section which has the opened door will flash. The alarm will stop and the indicators will go out as soon as the door is closed. -
Page 24: Using Super Cool, Super Freeze And Dynamic Cooling
Using Super cool, Super freeze and Dynamic cooling Super cool Switching off Super cool The Super cool function can be used to The Super cool function will switch itself rapidly reduce the temperature in the off automatically after approx. 6 hours. refrigerator section to its lowest setting The appliance will then continue to (depending on the room temperature). -
Page 25: Super Freeze
Using Super cool, Super freeze and Dynamic cooling Super freeze power to lower the temperature in the freezer section. Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the Switching off Super freeze freezer section. Depending on the amount of food This helps food to freeze quickly and placed in the freezer section, the Super retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours... -
Page 26: Dynamic Cooling M
Using Super cool, Super freeze and Dynamic cooling Dynamic cooling m Switching on Dynamic cooling When the Dynamic cooling function is not switched on, the natural circulation of air in the appliance will cause different temperature zones in the refrigerator as the cold, heavy air will sink to the lowest section of the ^ Select the refrigerator section. -
Page 27: Using The Refrigerator Efficiently
Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones – pre-packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it Due to the natural circulation of the air should be kept at a temperature of in the appliance, there are different approx. -
Page 28: Food Which Should Not Be Stored In A Refrigerator
Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which should not be Storing food correctly stored in a refrigerator Food should generally be stored covered or packaged. This will prevent Not all food is suitable for refrigeration, food smells from affecting other foods, as some food is sensitive to cold. -
Page 29: Unpacked Meat And Vegetables
Using the refrigerator efficiently – Examples of fruit and vegetables Meat which react strongly to the natural Meat should be stored unwrapped. gases given off by other types of (Undo wrappings slightly to leave meat fruit and vegetables are: loosely covered, and leave containers Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels open). -
Page 30: Adjusting The Interior Fittings
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves To move the split shelf: ^ Take both halves of the split glass The shelves in the refrigerator section can be adjusted according to the shelf out, height of the food. ^ Raise the shelf, and pull it forwards slightly until the notch at the side is in line with the shelf support. -
Page 31: Adjusting The Condiment Tray/Bottle Shelf
Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the condiment Universal container tray/bottle shelf The universal container can be used ^ Lift the tray/shelf up and out of the both to store and serve food. stainless steel frame to remove. ^ Push up the stainless steel frame, and remove. -
Page 32: 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 33: Home Freezing
Freezing and storing food Home freezing – Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before Only freeze fresh food which is in a freezing. Only season cooked food good condition. lightly before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some Hints on home freezing spices alters when frozen. -
Page 34: Before Placing Food In The Freezer
Freezing and storing food ^ Make a note of the contents and the When freezing, make sure that food date of freezing on the packaging. already frozen does not come into contact with fresh food being frozen Before placing food in the freezer as this could cause the frozen food ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of to begin to defrost. -
Page 35: Defrosting
Freezing and storing food Defrosting Ice cubes Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways: – in a microwave oven, – in an oven using the "Fan" or "Defrost" setting, ^ Fill the ice tray three quarters full with – at room temperature, water and place it on the bottom of –... -
Page 36: Cool Pack
Freezing and storing food Cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut. Place the cool pack in the top drawer of the freezer section, directly on top of the food. -
Page 37: Automatic Defrost
Automatic defrost Refrigerator section Freezer section The refrigerator defrosts automatically. This appliance is equipped with a "Frost free" system. The freezer section Condensate and frost can build up on defrosts automatically. the back wall of the refrigerator section whilst it is in use. You do not need to The moisture generated in the remove this, as it will defrost and appliance collects on the condenser... -
Page 38: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Before cleaning A range of Miele cleaning and ^ Switch the appliance off, switch off at conditioning agents is available from the socket and remove the plug. the Miele UK Spare Parts ^ Take any food out of the appliance Department or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com. -
Page 39: Ventilation Gaps
Cleaning and care After cleaning It is important to do this every time ^ Replace all shelves and accessories the stainless steel surfaces are in the refrigerator section. cleaned, as the stainless steel ^ Place food back in the refrigerator conditioner protects the surfaces and helps prevent re-soiling. -
Page 40: Active Charcoal Filters
To delay changing the active charcoal filters If you do not have new active charcoal filters, you can order them from your Miele dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department. You can switch off the Change active charcoal filter indicator early, if you would prefer not to have the red indicator showing. - Page 41 Active charcoal filters and holders can be obtained from your Miele On/Off sensor (without letting go of the X sensor). dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department. ^ Leave your finger on the X sensor for another 5 seconds until c appears in the display.
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Page 42: Problem Solving Guide
^ Check whether the metal grille (heat and that the mains fuse has not exchanger) at the back of the tripped. If it has, contact the Miele appliance has become too dusty. Service Department. ^ The doors have been opened too . - Page 43 ^ Replace the active charcoal filters. room. You can order replacement filters via Operating in a room which is too cold your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare will cause the cooling system to switch Parts Department. off for too long, causing the freezer section to become too warm.
- Page 44 If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions, please contact the Miele Service Department. To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the doors while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.
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Page 45: Noises
Noises Normal noises What causes them Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can Brrrrr... get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on. Blubb, blubb..A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes. -
Page 46: After Sales / Guarantee
– your Miele Dealer – Miele (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance. -
Page 47: Electrical Connection
Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363) All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be re-fitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person in strict accordance with current is lost, the plug must not be used until a local and national safety regulations suitable replacement is obtained. -
Page 48: Installation
Further information is available from handle is fitted correctly. Should you your dealer. require further assistance please contact your Miele customer service Location centre. This appliance should be installed in a Climate range dry, well-ventilated room. It should not... -
Page 49: Ventilation
Installation Ventilation Aligning the appliance Air at the back of the appliance gets warm. To ensure sufficient ventilation, the air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis. Installation ^ Remove the cable clip from the back of the appliance. -
Page 50: Appliance Dimensions
Installation Appliance dimensions KFN 14842 SD ed 1860 KFN 14943 SD ed 2020... -
Page 51: Changing The Door Hinging
Changing the door hinging The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. To change the door hinging you will need the following tools: – a cross-slotted screwdriver, – a flat-bladed screwdriver, – a selection of Torx screwdrivers, –... - Page 52 Changing the door hinging Before beginning, make sure that the door shelves are empty. Removing the soft-close mechanism for the upper door ^ Open the refrigerator door. ^ Slide panel a towards the appliance, and leave it hanging between the door and the appliance.
- Page 53 Changing the door hinging ^ Remove cover d. Removing the upper door: The soft-close mechanism is now no longer fixed to the appliance. ^ Remove panel a. ^ Gently loosen cover h by carefully inserting a flat-bladed screwdriver into the gap. ^ Slide soft-close mechanism bracket ^ Remove cover h together with f as far as it will go towards the...
- Page 54 Changing the door hinging Caution. The upper door is not Take care not to damage the door secure as soon as the upper hinge seal. plate is removed. If the door seal becomes damaged, the door will no longer close ^ Close the upper door.
- Page 55 Changing the door hinging ^ Push the spacer out towards the hinge side. ^ Then place the spacer to one side. Removing the lower door ^ Close the lower appliance door. ^ Push hinge pin e up and out from underneath.
- Page 56 Changing the door hinging ^ Take care not to lose hinge bush d. ^ Undo screws e and take hinge plate f off. ^ Remove cover g and undo the screws. Refit the screws and cover on the opposite side. ^ Refit hinge plate f onto the other side using the 2 outer screws.
- Page 57 Changing the door hinging ^ Insert the spacer into the socket on the handle side (A). ^ Fit hinge pin i into middle hinge ^ Then insert the soft-close mechanism plate k in the lower door. into the socket on the hinge side (B). Replacing the lower soft-close door Push both parts from the middle mechanism...
- Page 58 Changing the door hinging Refitting the upper door: ^ Then fit the top door on middle hinge pin i. ^ Close the upper door. ^ Attach panel b to soft-close mechanism bracket d. ^ Align bracket d to the hinge plate, and insert pin e from above so that the right angle fits into the recess.
- Page 59 Changing the door hinging Replacing the upper soft-close door mechanism: ^ Attach the spacer and the soft-close mechanism securely using screw c. ^ Remove cover a from panel b, rotate it by 180° and refit it on the other side. ^ Attach panel b to soft-close mechanism bracket d.
- Page 60 Changing the door hinging ^ Remove retaining clip g. Mounting plate c must be positioned on the side of the door so that when the door is closed it is flush with the side of the appliance. If this is not the case, ^ tighten both grub screws a with an allen key until mounting plate c lines up correctly.
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Page 61: Aligning The Appliance Doors
Aligning the appliance doors The appliance doors can be aligned Align the upper door using the long with the housing after they have been outer slots in the middle hinge plate: fitted. In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what you have to do. -
Page 62: Building In The Appliance
Building in the appliance The air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis. When built into a kitchen run (max. depth 580 mm) the appliance can be installed directly next to a kitchen furniture housing unit. - Page 64 Alteration rights reserved / 1310 M.-Nr. 07 858 490 / 00 KFN 14842 SD ed, KFN 14943 SD ed...