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Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge-freezer combination KDN 9713 iD KDN 9713 i-1 en - GB 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.
Guide to the appliance a Alarm off button and indicator light d Super freeze button and indicator light b Freezer section temperature e On/Off and temperature selector dial indicator light c Refrigerator section temperature display a Dynamic cooling fan b Butter and cheese compartment c Adjustable shelves d Egg tray e Interior lighting...
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.
It must only be used as a domestic appliance to cool and store food as well as to store deep frozen food, freeze fresh food and to prepare ice. Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable...
Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of Before setting up the appliance, combustible gases building up. check it for any externally visible For every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m damage.
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Faulty components must only be complies with current local and national replaced by genuine Miele original safety regulations. It is most important spare parts. The manufacturer can only that this basic safety requirement is...
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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 hands. Your hands may freeze to the section. The cans or bottles could frozen food.
Warning and Safety instructions Do not use defrosting sprays or Never use a steam-cleaning de-icers, as they might contain appliance to defrost or clean this substances which could damage the appliance. Steam could reach the plastic parts or which could cause a electrical components and cause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to short circuit.
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 near to a heat source (radiator, Near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
Switching on and off Before using for the first time Switching on Important: To ensure the correct functioning of the appliance, let it stand for between 1½ and 2 hours after transporting it to its final location ^ Using a coin, turn the On/Off dial in a before connecting it to the mains.
Switching on and off The cooling system and the interior lighting are now switched off. Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst on holiday: ^ switch the appliance off, ^ disconnect it from the mains, ^ clean the appliance out and...
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.
The correct temperature Setting the temperature The temperature can be set slightly colder than the displayed temperature The temperature for the refrigerator (e.g. between 5°C and 3 °C). section is set using the temperature ^ To do so, turn the temperature dial dial.
Alarm Activating the alarm system Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the The alarm system is always active. It temperature in the freezer cannot rise does not have to be switched on unnoticed and to avoid energy being manually.
Super freeze Super freeze Switching off Super freeze Switch the Super freeze function on The Super freeze function will switch off before putting fresh food into the automatically after approx. 65 hours. freezer. The indicator light will go out and the appliance will run at normal power This helps food to freeze quickly and again.
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.
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.
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).
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves The shelves can be adjusted according to the 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. It can then be raised or lowered to the required level.
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 –...
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.
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 section to begin to defrost.
Freezing and storing food Freezer tray Most vegetables can be cooked while still frozen. Just put straight into boiling The freezer tray is useful for freezing water or hot fat. The cooking time is small items such as berries, herbs and slightly less than that of fresh vegetables.
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.
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...
Cleaning and care – hard, abrasive sponges and A range of Miele branded cleaning brushes, e.g. pot scourers, and conditioning products is – melamine eraser blocks, available to order from Miele or www.miele-shop.com. – sharp metal scrapers. Do not let water get into the Before cleaning temperature selector or into the light.
Cleaning and care ^ Clean the interior shelves and After cleaning drawers by hand. These are not ^ Replace all shelves and accessories suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher. in the appliance. ^ Clean the condensate channel and ^ Close the appliance door. drain hole frequently, so that ^ Insert the plug in the socket and condensate can drain away...
^ The doors have been opened too tripped. If it has, contact the Miele Service Department. frequently, or a large amount of fresh food has been put in at once for .
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Problem solving guide . . . the frozen food is thawing . . . the Super freeze indicator light because the freezer section is too and the temperature display are both warm. flashing at the same time. ^ Is the room temperature lower than There is a fault.
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^ Clean the condensate channel and drain hole. 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...
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.
– 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.
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.
Should you least 200 cm throughout to ensure that require further assistance please warm air can be drawn through contact your Miele customer service unhindered. Otherwise the appliance centre. has to work harder, resulting in an increase in electricity consumption.
Installation ^ Check that all parts at the back of the The ventilation gaps must not be appliance are unhindered. Carefully covered or blocked in any way. remove any hindrance. They should be dusted on a regular basis. Before installing the appliance ^ Before installation remove the cover strip, sealing strip and other accessories from inside the...
Changing the door hinging Before building the appliance in, you Take care when doing so that the will need to decide on which side the bottom door does not drop forwards. doors are to be hinged. If left hand door ^ Then lift the bottom door upwards hinging is required, follow the and off.
Building in the appliance Preparing the appliance All building-in instructions given are for a right hand hinged appliance. If you have converted the appliance to left hand hinging you will need to adapt these instructions accordingly. Building into a peninsular run When built into a peninsular run, the ^ Slide cover strip a into the holder as rear of the building in niche must be...
Building in the appliance ^ Push in the appliance until the front Building in the appliance edges of bracket b and hinge plates f and g are flush with the front edge of the housing. ^ Align the appliance height from above on both sides using adjusting screw h.
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Building in the appliance ^ Tighten all the screws. Securing the appliance and fitting the furniture door ^ If necessary, align cover strip o by pushing it parallel to the top of the unit - it should not protrude. ^ Fold in the side section of bracket b. ^ Replace covers c and d.