Miele KFN 12923 SD ed Operating And Installation Manual

Miele KFN 12923 SD ed Operating And Installation Manual

Frost free fridge freezer with dynamic cooling
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Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge freezer
with dynamic cooling
KFN 12823 SD ed
KFN 12923 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. 07 681 800

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge freezer with dynamic cooling KFN 12823 SD ed KFN 12923 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide to the appliance ..........4 Caring for the environment .
  • Page 3 Contents Freezing and storing food ......... . 24 Maximum freezing capacity.
  • Page 4: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance a On button for the whole appliance e Freezer section temperature display f Freezer section temperature selector On/Off button for independently button switching the g Super freeze button and indicator refrigerator section on and off light b Dynamic cooling button and h Alarm off button and indicator light indicator light...
  • Page 5 Guide to the appliance a Dynamic cooling fan b Butter and cheese compartment c Interior lighting d Adjustable shelves e Egg tray f Door shelf g Bottle rack h Condensate channel and drain hole i Fruit and vegetable containers j Bottle divider* k Bottle shelf l Freezer drawers * Depending on model...
  • Page 6: 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 7: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Warning and Safety instructions Correct application This appliance complies with all This appliance is intended for relevant local and national safety domestic use only for the cool storage requirements. Improper use can, of food and drink as well as for storing however, present a risk of both deep frozen food, freezing fresh food personal injury and material...
  • Page 8: 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 9 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 10 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.
  • Page 11: 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 12: 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 13: Switching On And Off

    This can be the correct temperature for freezing. purchased from The appliance will start cooling down www.miele-shop.com. and the interior light in the refrigerator section will come on if you open the Important: A stainless steel door.
  • Page 14: To Switch The Refrigerator Section Off Separately

    Switching on and off Switching off for longer To switch the refrigerator section off separately periods of time The refrigerator section can be If the appliance is not going to be used switched off without having to switch off for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst the freezer section.
  • Page 15: 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 16: Temperature Display

    The correct temperature Temperature display The temperature display will flash if – the temperature in the appliance is The temperature display on the not within the possible temperature control panel always shows the range, required temperature. – a different temperature is being set, Temperature range –...
  • Page 17: Alarm

    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 section does not have to be switched on cannot rise unnoticed. manually.
  • Page 18: Super Freeze And Dynamic Cooling

    Super freeze and Dynamic cooling 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.
  • Page 19: Dynamic Cooling M

    Super freeze and Dynamic cooling Dynamic cooling m Make sure the fan at the back of the When the Dynamic cooling function is appliance is not restricted to ensure not switched on, the natural circulation unhindered air circulation. of air in the appliance will cause different temperature zones in the Switching off Dynamic cooling refrigerator as the cold, heavy air will...
  • Page 20: 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 21: 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 22: 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 23: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    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.
  • Page 24: 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 compartment, check quickly as possible, the maximum –...
  • Page 25: Home Freezing

    Freezing and storing food Home freezing lightly before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some Only freeze fresh food which is in a spices alters when frozen. good condition. – Do not place hot foods or drinks in Hints on home freezing the freezer.
  • Page 26: Before Placing Food In The Freezer

    Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the freezer When freezing, make sure that food ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of already frozen does not come into fresh food, switch on the Super contact with fresh food being frozen freeze function for some time before as this could cause the frozen food placing the food in the freezer (see...
  • Page 27: Ice Cubes

    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.
  • Page 28: Cool Pack

    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 29: Cleaning The Outer Casing, The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Before cleaning ^ A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning agents including a ^ Switch the appliance off, switch off at microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from the wall socket and withdraw the the Miele UK Spare Parts plug.
  • Page 30: Cleaning And Care

    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 31: Ventilation Gaps

    ^ Check that the fuse is not defective because the freezer section is too and that the mains fuse has not warm. tripped. If it has, contact the Miele ^ Is the room temperature lower than Service Department. the ambient temperature for which the appliance is designed? .
  • Page 32: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide . . . food has frozen together..the Super freeze indicator light and one of the temperature display Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon lights are flashing at the same time. handle or plastic scraper, to prise it apart carefully.
  • Page 33 ^ 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...
  • Page 34: 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 35: 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 36: 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 37: Location

    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 dry, well-ventilated room. It should not...
  • Page 38: Installation

    Installation Installation Climate range ^ Remove the cable clip from the back The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient of the appliance. temperatures), and should not be used ^ Check that all parts at the back of the outside this range.
  • Page 39: Appliance Dimensions

    Installation Appliance dimensions KFN 12823 SD ed 1820 mm 600 mm 630 mm KFN 12923 SD ed 2010 mm 600 mm 630 mm...
  • Page 40 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 41: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging ^ Then fit cover e from the front over To remove the doors: retaining plate f, and slide it over to Make sure the door shelves are the right. The writing must be visible. empty. ^ Remove cover g, then rotate it by 180°...
  • Page 42 Changing the door hinging ^ Close the lower appliance door. ^ Pull plastic cover h off. ^ Pull the middle hinge pin i upwards to remove it. ^ Carefully lift the lower door off and ^ Remove cap l from the bearing place it to one side.
  • Page 43 Changing the door hinging Changing over the doors: ^ Screw hinge plate e into position on the opposite side using the two outer ^ Remove cover a by pulling it long slots only. Do not use the middle forwards. hole because you will not be able to ^ With the help of another person, align the door later on.
  • Page 44 Changing the door hinging Refitting the handle: Please make sure you follow the instructions below carefully when you refit the handle. The door seal will be damaged if the handle is fitted incorrectly. ^ Fit hinge plate c onto the opposite side and secure it with screws d.
  • Page 45 Changing the door hinging It is important to check that the side section of the handle d does not come into contact with the door seal when opening the door, as this would damage the door seal permanently. If, after you have refitted the handle, you find that the side section does touch the door seal when the door is opened:...
  • Page 46: Aligning The Appliance Doors

    Aligning the appliance doors The appliance doors can be aligned To align the upper door use the long with the housing at a later date. outer slots in the middle hinge plate: In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what happens next.
  • Page 47: 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 48 Alteration rights reserved / 4209 M.-Nr. 07 681 800 / 01 KFN 12823 SD ed, KFN 12923 SD ed...

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