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Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge freezer
with PerfectFresh zone
and Dynamic cooling
KFN 12927 SD edt/cs
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. 09 291 010
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- Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge freezer with PerfectFresh zone and Dynamic cooling KFN 12927 SD edt/cs 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.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Guide to the appliance ..........4 Caring for the environment . - Page 3 Contents Freezing and storing food ......... . 30 Maximum freezing capacity.
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Page 4: Guide To The Appliance
Guide to the appliance a On button for the whole appliance d Freezer section temperature display and On/Off button for independently e Freezer section temperature selector switching the refrigerator section on button and off f Super freeze button and indicator b Refrigerator section temperature light selector button... - Page 5 Guide to the appliance a Dynamic cooling fan b Butter and cheese compartment c Interior lighting d Door shelf/Egg tray e Bottle rack f Adjustable shelf g Bottle shelf h Condensate channel and drain hole i PerfectFresh zone, dry compartment j Control for setting the moisture level in the humidity controlled compartments...
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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 dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable This appliance complies with all for damage resulting from incorrect or relevant safety requirements. improper use or operation of the Improper use can, however, present appliance. a risk of both personal injury and The appliance can only be used by damage to property. -
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 requirement is observed and regularly replaced by genuine Miele original tested and where there is any doubt, spare parts. The manufacturer can only the household wiring system should be guarantee the safety of the appliance inspected by a qualified electrician.
- Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liquids Do not 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.
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Page 11: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance
Warning and Safety instructions Do not use a steam-cleaning Stainless steel appliances appliance to defrost or clean the Do not use sticky notes, transparent appliance. Steam could reach adhesive tape, masking tape or other electrical components and cause a types of adhesive on the surface of the short circuit. -
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 near to a heat source (radiator, Near to a heat source (radiator, oven). -
Page 13: Switching On And Off
Switching on and off Before using for the first time Switching on The refrigerator and freezer sections are Protective foil switched on together by pressing the master switch on the right hand side of The stainless steel trim to the interior shelves and the door shelves has a the control panel, or by pressing the layer of protective foil to prevent... -
Page 14: To Switch The Refrigerator Section Off Separately
Switching on and off Switching off To switch the refrigerator section on again ^ Press the On/Off button on the left hand side of the control panel again. The refrigerator section temperature ^ Press the master switch on the right display will light up. -
Page 15: The Correct Temperature
The correct temperature . . . in the refrigerator section It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the We recommend a temperature of 5 °C appliance. Micro-organisms will cause in the middle of the refrigerator. food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly. -
Page 16: In The Freezer Section
The correct temperature . . . in the freezer section section will light up. The indictator for the temperature which To freeze fresh food and to store frozen has been set for the freezer section will food for a long time, a temperature of flash until that temperature is reached. -
Page 17: Temperature Display
The correct temperature Temperature display The temperature display will flash if a different temperature is being set. The temperature display on the The required temperature in the freezer control panel always shows the section temperature display will also required temperature. flash if Temperature range –... -
Page 18: Setting The Temperature In The Perfectfresh Zone
The correct temperature Setting the temperature in the A particular combination of LEDs lights up in the temperature display of the PerfectFresh zone refrigerator section. The temperarture in the PerfectFresh zone is automatically held at 0 to 3°C. It can be raised or lowered, e.g. if you want to use it for storing items like fish. - Page 19 The correct temperature Setting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone ^ Press the right hand master switch to switch the whole appliance on or off ^ Press the Super freeze button and hold for 5 seconds until the indicator ^ Wait for 5 minutes. The newly light flashes.
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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: Super Freeze
Super freeze Super freeze Switching off Super freeze For optimum results switch on the The Super freeze function will switch off Super freeze function before putting automatically after approx. 65 hours. fresh food into the freezer. The indicator light will go out and the appliance will run at normal power This helps food to freeze quickly and again. -
Page 22: Storing Food In The Refrigerator
Storing food in the refrigerator Different storage zones – pre-packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it Due to the natural circulation of air in should be kept at a temperature of the appliance, there are different approx. -
Page 23: Food Which Is Not Suitable For Storing In The Refrigerator
Storing food in the refrigerator Food which is not suitable for Storing food correctly storing in the refrigerator Food should generally be stored covered or packaged in the refrigerator Not all food is suitable for storing in a (there are some exceptions to this rule refrigerator at temperatures below 5 °C, in the PerfectFresh zone - see below). -
Page 24: Storing Food In The Perfectfresh Zone
Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone Food is stored at a lower temperature in longer period, as the water content of the PerfectFresh zone than in the the food is largely retained. refrigerator section. The humidity in the PerfectFresh zone compartment can Storing food in the also be regulated to suit the food being PerfectFresh zone... -
Page 25: Humidity-Controlled Compartment
Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone , = low humidity. Always keep these foods covered or wrapped. The regulator opens the vents to the Exception: Meat. The surface of the compartment and the humidity can meat dries out slightly, helping to escape. - Page 26 Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone Examples of fruit and vegetables which produce a large amount of this natural gas are: Apples, apricots, pears, nectarines, peaches, plums, avocados, figs, blueberries, melons and beans. Examples of fruit and vegetables which react strongly to the natural gases given off by other types of fruit and vegetables are: Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels...
- Page 27 Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone The following tips may help if you find that food you have stored does not keep well (e.g. food becomes limp or wilts after only being stored for a short time): ^ Only use the appliance for storing fresh food. The condition of the food when it is first placed in the appliance is an important factor in determining how long it stays fresh.
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Page 28: 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 29 Adjusting the interior fittings PerfectFresh zone compartments The compartments in the PerfectFresh zone are on telescopic rails, and can be removed for filling, emptying or cleaning purposes. ^ Pull out the compartment as far as it will go, and then lift it up and out. Push the runners back in again to avoid injury or damage.
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Page 30: 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 31: 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 32: Before Placing Food In The Freezer
Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the freezer Please note that when removing the ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of drawers, the lowest freezer drawer fresh food, switch on the Super must always remain in the freezer. freeze function some time before When placing food on the glass cold placing the food in the freezer (see... -
Page 33: Defrosting
Freezing and storing food Defrosting Never re-freeze partially or fully Frozen food can be defrosted in defrosted food. Consume defrosted different ways: food as soon as possible as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if – in a microwave oven, left for too long. -
Page 34: Defrosting
Defrosting Refrigerator section and Freezer section PerfectFresh zone 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 and the PerfectFresh zone whilst in use. The moisture generated in the You do not need to remove this, as it appliance collects on the condenser... -
Page 35: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care – sharp metal scrapers. Do not let water get into the electronic unit, into the light or into Before cleaning the ventilation gaps. ^ Switch the appliance off. Do not let water get into the ^ Disconnect the appliance from the condensate channel and drain hole mains. -
Page 36: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories
Cleaning and care ^ After cleaning, wipe the interior and Cleaning the interior and accessories with a damp cloth and accessories dry with a soft cloth. ^ Clean the appliance at least once a Leave the door open to air the month. -
Page 37: Ventilation Gaps
– stainless steel cleaning agent: regularly with clean water and then this will damage the surface. wiped dry with a soft cloth. – Miele stainless steel conditioning agent: After cleaning this will cause noticeable smearing. ^ Push the dividing plate in until it Ventilation gaps clicks into place. -
Page 38: Problem Solving Guide
Contact a qualified at a lower speed, but for longer, when less cooling is required. In this electrician or Miele. case, the motor runs for longer..the temperature in the refrigerator ^ The Super freeze function is still section or freezer section is too low. - Page 39 There is a fault. Call Miele Service. succession..the interior lighting in the This is not a fault. The suction caused refrigerator is not working.
- Page 40 ^ Clean the condensate channel and drain hole. If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions, please contact Miele Service. To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the...
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Page 41: 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 42: 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 43: 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 44: Installation
Installation Do not place any appliance which Climate range Ambient room temperature gives off heat, such as a toaster or microwave oven, on top of this +10 °C to +32 °C appliance, as this would increase +16 °C to +32 °C +16 °C to +38 °C the appliance's energy +16 °C to +43 °C... -
Page 45: Aligning The Appliance
Installation Aligning the appliance ^ To align the appliance, adjust the feet using the spanner supplied. Levelling the appliance door ^ Ensure that you unscrew adjusting foot a until it sits on the floor. Then unscrew the foot by a further 90°. -
Page 46: Appliance Dimensions
Installation Appliance dimensions KFN 12927 SD edt/cs 2011 mm 600 mm 630 mm... -
Page 47: Changing The Door Hinging
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 48 Changing the door hinging ^ Rotate retaining plate f by 180°. Removing the doors ^ Then fit cover e from the front over Make sure the door shelves are retaining plate f, and slide it over to empty. the right. The writing must be visible. ^ Close the upper door.
- Page 49 Changing the door hinging ^ Close the lower appliance door. Caution. The lower door is not secure as soon as the middle hinge plate is removed. ^ Remove cap l from the bearing ^ Pull the middle hinge pin i upwards bush in the door and refit on the to remove it.
- Page 50 Changing the door hinging Changing over the doors ^ Screw hinge plate f into position on the opposite side using the two outer ^ Pull hinge pin a together with disc b long slots only. To make it possible to and adjustable foot c upwards and align the door later, do not replace off.
- Page 51 Changing the door hinging ^ Align the door with the appliance housing using the long slots in the lower hinge plate. Then tighten the screws. ^ Fit hinge pin i into middle hinge plate k in the lower door. The ridge on the hinge pin will fit into the notch in the hinge plate.
- Page 52 Changing the door hinging Refitting the handles It is important to check that the side section of the handle d does not Please make sure you follow the instructions below carefully when come into contact with the door seal you refit the handles. The door seal when opening the door, as this will be damaged if the handle is would damage the door seal...
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Page 53: 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 after they have been outer slots in the middle hinge plate: fitted. In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what you have to do. -
Page 54: 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 56 Alteration rights reserved / 0612 M.-Nr. 09 291 010 / 00 KFN 12927 SD edt/cs...