Contents safety warnings ........................4 unpacking ..........................8 installation ........................... 9 location ..........................9 levelling the unit ....................... 9 free space requirements ....................9 installing the water filter ....................9 cleaning before use ....................... 10 before using your unit ....................10 product overview .......................11 main unit .........................11 control panel ........................
safety warnings For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please follow all the safety precautions listed below. • Read all instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future reference. • Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to include this manual.
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• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. • Do not store bottles or glass containers in the freezer compartment. Contents can expand when frozen (fizzy drinks) which may break the bottle and damage your freezer compartment.
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The table below contains general guidelines on the storage of food in the refrigerator. Refrigerator location Type of food Fridge door • Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams, juices, drinks, condiments. • Do not store perishable foods. Crisper bin (salad bin) •...
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WARNING • Keep ventilation openings in the unit enclosure or in the built- in structure clear of obstructions. • Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. • Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the unit, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
Thank you for purchasing your new Kenwood Fridge Freezer. These operating instructions will help you use it properly and safely. We recommend that you spend some time reading this installation/instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers.
installation installation location When selecting a position for your unit you should make sure the floor is flat and firm, and the room is well ventilated with an average room temperature of between 10°C and 43°C. Avoid locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator. Also avoid direct sunlight as it may increase the electrical consumption.
installation Remove the 2 clips from the water filter then pull out the 2 stoppers. water Fully insert the water hoses into the water-in and water-out ends of the filter. Then re-attach the 2 clips, making sure each clip locks the water hose firmly.
product overview main unit LED Light Fridge Door Shelf Ice maker and Ice bucket Freezer Fridge Glass Glass Shelf Shelf Wine Rack Freezer Door Shelf Freezer Salad Bin Drawer Salad Bin Freezer Drawer Cover Shelf Cover Shelf • If you need more space in the freezer for storage, you can replace the ice bucket with the freezer storage box.
control panel operation Connect the mains cable to the mains socket. The internal temperature of your unit is controlled by an electronic control panel on the door. Before changing any setting, ensure the lock is disabled. temperature setting • Fridge temperature setting 1.
holiday mode • If you will be away for a period of time, you can set the fridge to holiday mode. Press the Holiday button to select the holiday mode. will be illuminated. Do not store any food in the fridge during holiday mode.
• The first batch of ice cubes after first installation may be small. This is normal. • If you select Cubed ice after using the Crushed ice feature, a small amount of residual crushed ice might be dispensed to your glass. This is normal. •...
preparations for freezing • Use quality food and handle it as little as possible. Freeze food in small quantities as it freezes faster, takes less time to defrost and enables you to control the quantity you need better. • Leave cooked food to cool completely. Chill food before freezing if possible. •...
cleaning cleaning the interior and the exterior of the unit • Remove all the shelves and drawers. • Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda and then rinse with warm water using a sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and drawers. •...
maintenance changing the internal LED light The internal light is an LED panel that cannot be changed by the user. Please contact a qualified service agent. changing the water filter You should change the water filter every 6 months or when the filter icon starts blinking.
Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. product fiche Brand Kenwood Model KSBSDIX16 / KSBSDIB17 Household Appliance Category Category 7 (Refrigerator – Freezer) Energy Efficiency Class Energy consumption 438 kWh per year, based on standard test results for 24 hours. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.
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