Miele KFN 9755 iDE Operating And Installation Instructions

Frost free fridge-freezer with ice cube maker and dynamic cooling
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Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge-freezer
with ice cube maker and

Dynamic cooling

KFN 9755 iDE
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.
M.-Nr. 09 307 600

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  • Page 1: Dynamic Cooling

    Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge-freezer with ice cube maker and Dynamic cooling KFN 9755 iDE 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide to the appliance ..........5 Caring for the environment .
  • Page 3 Contents Freezing and storing food ......... . 28 Maximum freezing capacity.
  • Page 4 Contents Building in the appliance ......... . 56 Weight of the furniture doors .
  • Page 5: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance a On/Off button for switching the g Master switch for switching refrigerator section on and off the whole appliance on and off separately h Freezer section temperature display b Refrigerator section temperature i Freezer section display temperature selector buttons c Refrigerator section (+ for warmer;...
  • Page 6 Guide to the appliance a Dynamic cooling fan b Butter and cheese compartment c Bottle rack d Egg tray/Condiment tray e Interior lighting f Adjustable shelves g Condensate channel and drain hole h Universal container i Fruit and vegetable containers j Bottle divider k Bottle shelf l Ice cube drawer with...
  • 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 This appliance complies with all the manufacturer and could be current safety requirements. dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable Improper use carries a risk of both for damage resulting from incorrect or personal injury and material improper use or operation of the damage.
  • Page 9: Technical Safety

    Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety - disconnect from the mains, - air the room in which the appliance is Before setting up the appliance, located for several minutes and check it for any externally visible - contact the Service Department for damage.
  • Page 10 Faulty components must only be current national and local safety regulations. replaced by genuine Miele original Repairs and other work by unqualified spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance persons could be dangerous. The...
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use explode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. Never handle frozen food with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the When cooling drinks quickly in the frozen food or to the metal. Danger of freezer, make sure bottles are not left in frost burn.
  • Page 12: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance

    Warning and Safety instructions Disposal of your old appliance If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil, make sure that it does not Before disposing of an old come into contact with plastic appliance, first make the door latches components as this could cause stress or locks 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 near to a heat source (radiator, Near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
  • Page 14: Switching On And Off

    ^ After removing the protective foil, treat stainless steel surfaces with the The temperature display for the Miele stainless steel conditioning refrigerator section lights up, and the agent supplied with the appliance interior lighting comes on when the door (available to re-order from is opened.
  • Page 15: To Switch The Refrigerator Section Off Separately

    Switching on and off Switching off Safety lock ^ Press the master switch on the right The safety lock can be activated to hand side of the control panel until prevent the appliance being switched both temperature displays go out. off inadvertently.
  • Page 16: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time

    Switching on and off ^ Press the master switch on the right hand side of the control panel to come out of the setting mode. If you do not do this, the electronics will switch over to normal operation automatically after a couple of minutes. Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used...
  • Page 17: 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 18: Temperature Range

    The correct temperature Temperature display – Each subsequent press of the button adjusts the temperature shown in During normal operation, the 1 °C steps. temperature displays on the control – Keeping the button pressed in panel show the temperature in the adjusts the temperature continually.
  • Page 19: Temperature Display Brightness

    The correct temperature ^ Press the Super freeze button to save Temperature display brightness the setting. The display goes out when the door is closed. The appliance is supplied with the brightness of the temperature display set as low as possible. However, if the ^ Press the master switch on the right door is opened, a setting changed or if hand side of the control panel to...
  • Page 20: Alarm

    Alarm Your appliance has been fitted with a If the temperature inside the warning system which ensures that the appliance is warmer than -18°C for a temperature in the freezer section cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid longer period of time, check that the energy being wasted if a door is left food has not started to thaw or defrost.
  • Page 21: Using Super Cool, Super Freeze And Dynamic Cooling

    Using Super cool, Super freeze and Dynamic cooling Super cool Super freeze The Super cool function can be used to Switch the Super freeze function on rapidly reduce the temperature in the before putting fresh food into the refrigerator section to its lowest setting freezer.
  • Page 22: Dynamic Cooling M

    Using Super cool, Super freeze and Dynamic cooling Switching off Super freeze – the ambient temperature in the room is high (above approx. 30 °C), and Depending on the amount of food placed in the freezer section, the Super – the room humidity level is high. freeze function will switch off automatically after approx.
  • Page 23: 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 24: 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 25: 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 26: 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 can be adjusted according to the height of the food. shelf out, ^ Raise the shelf, and pull it forwards slightly until the notch at the side is in line with the shelf support.
  • Page 27: Adjusting The Condiment Tray/Bottle Shelf

    Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the condiment Universal container tray/bottle shelf The universal container can be used both to store and serve food. ^ Lift the tray/shelf up and out of the stainless steel frame to remove. ^ Push up the stainless steel frame, and remove.
  • Page 28: 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 29: 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 30: Before Placing Food In The Freezer

    Freezing and storing food ^ Make a note of the contents and the Please note that when removing the date of freezing on the packaging. drawers, the lowest freezer drawer must always remain in the freezer. Before placing food in the freezer When placing food on the glass cold ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of plate make sure it does not obstruct...
  • Page 31: Freezer Calendar

    Freezing and storing food Freezer calendar Defrosting The freezer calendar on the freezer Frozen food can be defrosted in drawer gives the length of time in different ways: months which various foods can be – in a microwave oven, stored for effectively. –...
  • Page 32: Cooling Drinks

    Freezing and storing food Cool pack Never re-freeze partially or fully The cool pack prevents the defrosted food. Consume defrosted temperature in the freezer rising too food as soon as possible as it will quickly in the event of a power cut. This lose its nutritional value and spoil if can help to prolong the storage time.
  • Page 33: Making Ice Cubes

    Making ice cubes For the automatic ice cube maker to To ensure that the water pipes are operate it must be connected to the thoroughly flushed through before mains water supply. use, ice cubes from the first three ice cube making processes must not be consumed.
  • Page 34: Switching Off The Ice Cube Maker

    Making ice cubes Switching off the ice cube maker The ice cube maker can be switched off independently of the freezer if you do not want the appliance to make any ice cubes. ^ Press the On/Off button on the ice cube maker until the indicator light goes out.
  • Page 35: 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 36: Cleaning And Care

    To avoid damaging the surface of Treat stainless steel surfaces with your appliance, do not use: Miele stainless steel conditioning – cleaning agents containing soda, agent (available from Miele or ammonia, acids or chlorides, www.miele-shop.com). Unlike stainless steel cleaning – cleaning agents containing...
  • Page 37: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Before cleaning Cleaning the interior and accessories ^ Switch the appliance off. ^ Clean the appliance at least once a ^ Disconnect it from the mains. month. ^ Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place. Remove soiling immediately to prevent it from drying on.
  • Page 38: Cleaning The Ice Cube Tray

    The indicator light will ^ It is important to treat the stainless come on. steel frames and trim with Miele ^ Empty the ice cube drawer. stainless steel conditioning agent each time they are cleaned. This will...
  • Page 39: Ventilation Gaps

    Cleaning and care Door seal Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time. The door seal should be cleaned regularly with clean water, and then wiped dry with a soft cloth.
  • Page 40: Problem Solving Guide

    ^ Check whether the ventilation gaps in appliance. Contact a qualified the plinth and in the housing unit at electrician or Miele. the top have been covered over or ^ Check the temperature settings. become too dusty.
  • Page 41 Problem solving guide . . ? . . . the compressor runs amounts of fresh food have been put continuously. in at once for freezing. To save energy, the compressor runs at The alarm will stop and the temperature a lower speed, but for longer, when display will light up constantly again as soon as the temperature has dropped less cooling is required.
  • Page 42 Problem solving guide . . ? . . . "nA" appears in the freezer . . . the ice cube maker is not section temperature display. producing any ice cubes. ^ Was the water inlet pipe purged of air The freezer section temperature has risen too high at some point during the by a qualified and competent person last couple of days because of a power...
  • Page 43 If you still cannot remedy the fault refrigerator is not working. having followed these suggestions, Has the appliance door been left open please contact the Miele Service for too long? The lighting switches itself Department. off automatically after approx. 15 To prevent unnecessary loss of minutes if the door is left open.
  • Page 44: 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 45: 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 46: Mains Water Connection

    This may only be lengthened purged of air by a qualified and by means of a Miele extension hose. competent person. This extension hose is available from – To do so the stainless steel hose...
  • Page 47 Mains water connection ^ The stainless steel hose should be attached to the solenoid valve at the base of the appliance at the back. ^ Ensure that the hose is fitted correctly and that it is water tight. ^ Turn on the stopcock slowly and check the whole water system for leaks.
  • Page 48: 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 49: Installation

    Should you ceiling needs to be at least 200 cm require further assistance please throughout to ensure that warm air can contact your Miele customer service be drawn through without hindrance. centre. Otherwise the appliance has to work harder, resulting in an increase in electricity consumption.
  • Page 50: Before Installing The Appliance

    Remove the old hinges from the housing unit. They are no longer required because the furniture door is now fitted to the appliance door. All the necessary parts are supplied or can be ordered from the Miele Spare Parts Department.
  • Page 51: Building-In Dimensions

    Building-in dimensions Freezer section height Niche height KFN 9755 iDE 1772 - 1788...
  • Page 52: Adjusting The Door Hinges

    Adjusting the door hinges The door hinges are set ex-works to enable the doors to be opened wide. However, if the opening angle of the door needs to be limited for any reason, the hinges can be adjusted to accommodate this. For example, if the appliance door hits an adjacent wall when opened, the opening angle can be limited to 90°.
  • Page 53: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging ^ Unscrew fixing screws e completely, Before building the appliance in, you will need to decide on which side the and loosely screw them in at the top, door is to be hinged. If left hand door middle and bottom on the opposite hinging is required, follow the side of the appliance.
  • Page 54 Changing the door hinging ^ Undo ball joint d using a spanner ^ Replace caps a in the vacant holes and remove it. on the opposite side. To secure the soft-close mechanism ^ Place the two doors with the outer side downwards on a stable surface.
  • Page 55 Changing the door hinging ^ Hang the doors onto the pre-fitted screws, and push the doors inwards. ^ Tighten the screws at the top, middle and bottom securely. ^ Replace covers a, b and c. ^ Then replace caps d in the vacant holes.
  • Page 56: Building In The Appliance

    The unit corners must be at right angles, as KFN 9755 iDE otherwise the furniture door will not align correctly with the 4 corners of the appliance. Fitting a door which is heavier than the maximum permitted could damage the hinges.
  • Page 57 Building in the appliance ^ Push the appliance two-thirds of the Preparing the appliance way into its niche. When doing this, make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped. With 16 mm thick unit walls: ^ Slide cover strip a into the holder as shown, with the bumps facing downwards.
  • Page 58 Building in the appliance ^ Open both appliance doors. ^ Fit cover k onto fixing bracket l. ^ Secure fixing bracket l to the bottom of the appliance with screws m (M5 x 15). ^ Carefully remove the protective foil from sealing strip n.
  • Page 59 Building in the appliance Building in the appliance On furniture with door fittings (e.g. stubs, seals etc) the dimension of these must be taken into account when making sure there is a gap all round of 42 mm. ^ Pull the appliance forwards by the dimension of the door fitting to keep the gap at 42 mm all round.
  • Page 60: Securing The Appliance In The Niche

    Building in the appliance Securing the appliance in the niche ^ Press the appliance against the ^ Loosen screws b on the top and housing unit on the hinge side. bottom fixing brackets c. ^ To fix the appliance to the housing ^ Press fixing bracket c against the unit at the top and bottom, screw the side wall and tighten screws b.
  • Page 61: Fitting The Furniture Doors

    Building in the appliance ^ Break off the protruding end of bottom cover e. It is no longer required. ^ Fit angled cover g onto bottom fixing bracket c. ^ Close the appliance doors. Fitting the furniture doors ^ Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door.
  • Page 62 Building in the appliance Securing the appliance doors to the furniture doors: ^ Hang the furniture door onto adjusting bolts h. ^ Drill fixing holes a in the furniture ^ Loosely attach nuts c on the doors and screw in the 4 x 14 mm adjusting bolts.
  • Page 63 Building in the appliance ^ Replace top cover i, and snap it into place. ^ Close both of the doors, and align ^ Replace side covers j, making sure them with the neighbouring furniture they snap into place. doors. ^ Replace side covers k, making sure ^ Whilst counterholding adjusting bolts they snap into place.
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