Problem Solving Guide - Miele KFN 29683 D obsw Operating And Installation Instructions

Problem solving guide

Many malfunctions and faults that can occur in daily operation can be easily
remedied. Time and money will be saved because a service call will not be
needed.
The following guide may help you to find the reason for a malfunction or a fault,
and to correct it.
To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door
while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.
Problem
The appliance is not
getting cold and the
interior lighting does
not come on when the
door is opened.
The compressor runs
continuously.
The compressor is
switching on more
frequently and for
longer periods of time.
The temperature in the
appliance is too low.
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Cause and remedy
The appliance has not been switched on.
 Switch the appliance on.
The mains plug is not inserted in the socket correctly
or the plug connector is not inserted into the socket
at the back of the appliance correctly.
 Insert the mains plug into the mains socket and
the plug connector into the appliance socket
correctly and switch on.
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.
This is not a fault. To save energy, the compressor
runs at a lower speed, but for longer, when less
cooling is required.
The ventilation gaps have been covered or become
too dusty.
 Do not block the ventilation gaps.
 Dust the ventilation gaps regularly.