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Fridge-freezer combination
To prevent 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.
en - AU, NZ
M.-Nr. 09 939 630

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Fridge-freezer combination To prevent 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. en - AU, NZ M.-Nr. 09 939 630...

  • Page 2: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposing of your old material appliance The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances has been selected from materials which often contain materials which, if are environmentally friendly for disposal handled or disposed of incorrectly, and can normally be recycled.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caring for the environment ......... . 2 Guide to the appliance .
  • Page 4 Contents Using the refrigerator efficiently ........38 Different storage zones .
  • Page 5 Warranty ............64 Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents....65 Demo mode r.

  • Page 6: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Control panel a For switching the entire e For setting the temperature appliance on and off. (X colder), selection sensor in settings mode b Optical interface f For confirming a selection (OK (for Service only) sensor) c For selecting the refrigerator or g For setting the temperature freezer section...
  • Page 7 Guide to the appliance Explanation of symbols Symbol Meaning Function Safety lock Secures against unintended switching off of the appliance, unintended temperature adjustment, unintended switching on of SuperCool and SuperFreeze and unintended entry of settings Audible tones Selection options for the keypad tone and the door and temperature alarm tones Display brightness Setting the brightness of the display...
  • Page 8 Guide to the appliance a Control panel b Fan c Egg tray / Door shelf d Adjustable shelf e Adjustable shelf with lighting (FlexiLight) f Bottle shelf g Bottle rack h Interior lighting for fruit and vegetable drawer i Fruit and Vegetable Drawer j Condensate channel and drain hole k Freezer drawers...

  • Page 9: Optional Accessories

    Guide to the appliance Optional accessories Care of stainless steel – Each application of the Original Miele Stainless steel trim with LED lighting care product for stainless steel forms for adjustable shelf (FlexiLight) a durable protective film that is stain and water resistant.

  • Page 10: Warning And Safety Instructions

    They contain important notes on the installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.
  • Page 11 Furthermore, the appliance must not be operated in areas where explosions may occur. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including...
  • Page 12 In the event of any damage: – avoid any flames or anything which creates a spark, – switch off at the mains and unplug the appliance, – ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several minutes, and – call Miele.
  • Page 13 If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger. Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi-socket unit or an extension lead.
  • Page 14 Repairs and installation work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Installation, maintenance work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a Miele approved service technician. The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.
  • Page 15 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range of the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
  • Page 16 Follow the instructions given on the food manufacturer's packaging regarding storage conditions and "use by" dates. Use only Miele Original spare parts. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.
  • Page 17 Warning and Safety instructions Cleaning and care Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal, as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous with time. Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. Pressurised steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.
  • Page 18 Warning and Safety instructions Transporting the appliance To avoid damaging the appliance, it must be transported upright in its packaging. The appliance is very heavy and therefore needs to be transported by at least two people. Danger of injury and damage! Disposal of your old appliance Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door lock unusable.

  • Page 19: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation/ In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, Maintenance unventilated room. Protected from direct In direct sunlight. sunlight. Not situated near a heat Situated near a heat source source (radiator, oven). (radiator, oven).
  • Page 20 How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Do not change the arrangement of the drawers and shelves as when delivered. Only open the door when Frequent opening of the door necessary and for as short a for long periods will cause a time as possible.

  • Page 21: Switching The Appliance On And Off

    Switching the appliance on and off Before using for the first time Accessories – Bottle holder Packaging material The fins of the bottle holder jut out into ^ Remove all packaging material from the bottle shelf and make bottles more the inside of the appliance.

  • Page 22: Operating The Appliance

    Switching the appliance on and off Operating the appliance When the refrigerator door is opened, the interior lighting comes on and the A light touch of the finger on the LED lighting on the adjustable shelves sensors is all that is required to operate becomes brighter until it reaches its this appliance.

  • Page 23: Switching Off

    Switching the appliance on and off Switching off Individual settings can be set for each cooling zone. ^ Touch the On/Off sensor. If this is not possible, the safety lock is active. ^ Touch the sensor for the zone in The temperature display disappears which you want to adjust the settings.

  • Page 24: Switching The Refrigerator Section Back On Again

    Switching the appliance on and off Switching off for longer Switching the refrigerator section back on again periods of time The refrigerator section can be If the appliance is not going to be used switched on separately. for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst on holiday: ^ switch the appliance off, ^ switch off at the wall and withdraw...

  • Page 25: 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 4 °C appliance. Micro-organisms will cause in the refrigerator section. food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly.

  • Page 26: Temperature Display

    The correct temperature Temperature display Setting the temperature The temperatures for the refrigerator In normal operation the temperature section and the freezer section are set display shows the current mean separately. refrigerator section temperature and the temperature in the warmest part of the freezer section.
  • Page 27 The correct temperature When you tap the sensors, you will see Temperature range the following changes in the display: The temperature can be adjusted: – When first tapped: The last – in the refrigerator section from 1 °C temperature selected flashes. to 9 °C –...

  • Page 28: Using Supercool And Superfreeze

    Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze SuperCool Switching off SuperCool The SuperCool function can be used to The SuperCool function switches off rapidly reduce the temperature in the automatically after approx. 12 hours. refrigerator section to its lowest setting The refrigerator section then operates (depending on the room temperature).

  • Page 29: Superfreeze

    Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze SuperFreeze Switching on SuperFreeze Switch the SuperFreeze function on When freezing small quantities of food before putting fresh food into the in the freezer, the SuperFreeze function freezer. should be switched on 6 hours beforehand. When freezing the This helps food to freeze quickly and maximum load of food, the retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours...
  • Page 30 Using SuperCool and SuperFreeze Switching off SuperFreeze The SuperFreeze function switches off automatically after approx. 30 - 65 hours. The duration until the ^ Touch the SuperFreeze sensor so SuperFreeze function is switched off that it is no longer highlighted in depends on the amount of fresh food yellow.

  • Page 31: Temperature And Door Alarm

    Temperature and door alarm Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the However, if the temperature in the temperature in the freezer section freezer section remains above cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid -18 °C for a long time, check that the energy being wasted if a door is left frozen food has not started to open.

  • Page 32: Door Alarm

    Temperature and door alarm Door alarm Switching the alarm off early An alarm will sound if a door is left open If the noise of the alarm disturbs you, for too long. The alarm symbol ; will you can switch the alarm off early if you light up.

  • Page 33: Further Settings

    Further settings Safety lock 0 Certain settings on the appliance can only be selected in the settings mode. The safety lock secures against inadvertent: While you are in settings mode, the door alarm and any other fault – switching off, messages are suppressed, but the –...

  • Page 34: Audible Tones )

    Further settings Audible tones ) The appliance features audible tones such as a keypad tone and warning tone for the door and temperature ^ By touching either the X or Y sensor alarm. you can now set whether the safety The keypad tone and door alarm lock is to be switched on or off: 0: safety lock is switched off...

  • Page 35: Display Brightness S

    Further settings Display brightness s You can adjust the display brightness to suit the light conditions in the room. The display brightness can be adjusted ^ By touching the X or Y sensor you in steps from 1 to 3. The factory default can now select: setting is 3 (maximum brightness).

  • Page 36: Sabbath Mode

    Further settings Sabbath mode ¬ The appliance offers a Sabbath programme for the purposes of religious observance. ^ By touching the X or Y sensor you The following are switched off: can adjust the display brightness: 1: minimum brightness – the interior lighting when the door is 2: medium brightness opened 3: maximum brightness...
  • Page 37 Further settings As soon as the ¬ symbol goes out in Switching on Sabbath mode the display, Sabbath mode is switched ^ Switch off Sabbath mode after the Sabbath has passed. ^ Touch the settings sensor. Switching off Sabbath mode All selectable symbols appear in the display and the 0 symbol flashes.

  • Page 38: Using The Refrigerator Efficiently

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones Warmest area Due to the natural circulation of the air The warmest area is in the top section in the appliance, there are different of the door. Use this for storing butter temperature zones in the refrigerator. and cheese.

  • Page 39: Food Which Should Not Be Stored In A Refrigerator

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which should not be Do not store explosive materials in stored in a refrigerator the appliance or any products Not all food is suitable for refrigeration containing propellants (e.g. spray at temperatures below 5 °C. cans).

  • Page 40: When Shopping For Food

    Using the refrigerator efficiently When shopping for food Storing food correctly The freshness of food when first placed Food should generally be stored in the appliance is an important factor covered or wrapped. This will prevent in determining how long it stays fresh, food smells from affecting other foods, and how long it can be kept in the food from drying out, and also any...

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the door shelf / Adjustable shelf / Adjustable bottle shelf shelf with lighting ^ Lift up the bottle shelf / door shelf The LED lighting is located on the and pull it towards you to remove it. stainless steel trim of the adjustable shelf.

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Bottle Rack

    Adjusting the interior fittings Fruit and vegetable drawer Stops prevent the shelves from being pulled out accidentally. (depending on model) The fruit and vegetable drawer sits on Adjusting the bottle rack telescopic runners and can be (depending on model) removed for the purposes of loading and unloading, or cleaning.

  • Page 43: 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 section, check quickly as possible, the maximum –...

  • Page 44: 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 Tips on home freezing spices alters when frozen.

  • Page 45: Before Placing Food In The Freezer

    Freezing and storing food ^ Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging. When removing the upper freezer drawers, please note: The bottom drawer must always Before placing food in the freezer remain in the appliance. ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of When placing food in the drawers, fresh food, switch on the...

  • Page 46: Defrosting

    Freezing and storing food Defrosting Making ice cubes Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways: – in a microwave oven, – in an oven using the "Fan" or "Defrost" setting, – at room temperature, ^ Fill the ice cube tray three quarters full of water and place it on the –...

  • Page 47: Cool Pack

    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, thus extending the time for which food can be stored without power to the appliance. ^ Place the cool pack in the top drawer of the freezer section.

  • Page 48: Defrosting

    Defrosting Refrigerator section Freezer section The refrigerator section defrosts This freezer is equipped with a automatically. "NoFrost" system. The freezer defrosts automatically. Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section The moisture generated by defrosting whilst in use.

  • Page 49: Cleaning And Care

    – sharp metal scrapers. left-hand shelf support. To clean stainless steel surfaces on Cleaning water must not get into the the appliance, use the Original Miele drain hole. care product for stainless steel (see Guide to the appliance - Optional Do not use a steam cleaning accessories").

  • Page 50: Adjustable Shelf / Adjustable Shelf With Lighting

    Cleaning and care Before cleaning Stainless steel strip with LED ^ Switch off the appliance. lighting The display goes dark and the Important! Always loosen the side cooling is switched off. without the contacts (metal discs) If this is not the case, the safety lock for the LED lighting first.

  • Page 51: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and Cleaning the door shelf / bottle shelf accessories The stainless steel fascias on the door shelf and bottle shelf are not Clean the appliance at least once a dishwasher-safe. month. To remove the stainless steel fascias: Remove any soiling immediately - do not allow it to dry on.

  • Page 52: Door Seals

    Use a straw or similar to clear the drain if necessary. ^ Remove any soiling on stainless steel strips and fascias with the Miele care product for stainless steel. ^ Always apply this care product after cleaning to protect stainless steel surfaces and prevent resoiling.

  • Page 53: After Cleaning

    Cleaning and care After cleaning ^ Refit all shelves and accessories in the appliance. The left-hand support ribs for the adjustable shelves have metal discs (contacts) inside the receiving gaps to supply the LED lighting with electricity. Ensure these contacts are clean and dry before inserting the adjustable shelf with lighting.

  • Page 54: Problem Solving Guide

    Miele. If, after consulting this guide, you cannot remedy the problem, please contact Miele. Please note, however, that a call-out fee will be applied to unnecessary ser- vice visits where the problem could have been rectified as described in these operating instructions.
  • Page 55 Problem solving guide The compressor runs more and more often and for longer periods of time, the temperature in the appliance drops. Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Correct the temperature The temperature in The temperature setting is setting. the appliance is too too low.
  • Page 56 Problem solving guide The compressor runs more and more often and for longer periods of time, the temperature in the appliance drops. Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Do not block the The compressor is The ventilation gaps in the switching on more housing unit have been ventilation slits.
  • Page 57 Information in the display Problem Possible cause Remedy "F0 to F9" appears in ^ Call Miele. There is a fault. the display. ^ Call Miele. There is a fault. "FE*" appears in the display. The alarm symbol ;...
  • Page 58 Problem solving guide Information in the display Problem Possible cause Remedy The alarm symbol ; ^ Remedy the alarm. The The affected refrigerator alarm symbol ; will and a refrigeratior section is warmer or colder disappear and the sensor section sensor are than the set temperature for the affected flashing in the...
  • Page 59 ^ Push in the shelf until it clicks into position. ^ Close the appliance door. When the door is reopened, the interior lighting will work again. ^ Call Miele. If this is not the case, then there is a fault.
  • Page 60 ^ Replace the stainless The LED lighting on the steel strip with LED stainless steel strip is faulty. lighting. It can be ordered from Miele. The light cover must not be removed. Should the cover be damaged or need to be removed due to damage, exercise caution.
  • Page 61 ^ Call Miele. If this is not the case, then there is a fault. The LED lighting may only be repaired or changed by a Miele authorised service technician. Current-carrying components are located underneath the light cover. Danger of injury and...
  • Page 62 Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy ^ Use a blunt instrument, Food has frozen The food packaging was e.g. a spoon handle or together. not dry when loaded in the plastic scraper, to prise it freezer. apart carefully. An alarm does not This is not a fault.

  • Page 63: Noises

    Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr ... A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor switches on. Blubb, blubb ... A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes.

  • Page 64: After Sales / Warranty

    After Sales / Warranty In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, please contact Miele. See the end of this booklet for contact details. When contacting Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance.

  • Page 65: Information For Miele Centers And Chartered Agents

    Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents Demo mode r This appliance can be presented in Miele Centers and retail stores with the help of the "Demo mode". The controls ^ Place your finger on the X sensor, and lighting will work, but the and leave it there.
  • Page 66 Information for Miele Centers and Chartered Agents Switching off Demo mode The r is illuminated in the display. ^ Touch the X or Y sensor so that 0 appears in the display (Demo mode is inactive). ^ Touch the settings sensor.

  • Page 67: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out Do not connect the appliance to the by a suitably qualified and competent mains electricity supply by an extension person in strict accordance with current lead or a plug adapter. Extension leads local and national safety regulations.

  • Page 68: Installation Advice

    Important! tropical / humid Side-by-side units: environments The KFNS 37432 iD has two side wall During periods of high humidity, heaters encased in foam and can be some condensation may appear on built in side-by-side in separate...

  • Page 69: Ventilation

    Installation advice Ventilation – The ventilation cross-sections in the plinth, housing unit and above the The ventilation gaps given must be appliance must amount to at least adhered to, otherwise the 200 cm to ensure that air can compressor will be activated more circulate without hindrance.

  • Page 70: Before Installation

    Installation advice Before installation ^ Before installation, remove the accessories bag containing installation components and accessories from the appliance, and remove the sealing strip from the appliance door. ^ Do not remove the following from the rear of the appliance: ^ Open the appliance door and remove the red transport clips a (depending on model).

  • Page 71: Building-In Dimensions

    Before installation, ensure the building-in niche matches the required dimensions. The required ventilation cross-sections must be adhered to in order to ensure the correct functioning of the appliance. Niche height [mm] Freezer section [mm] KFNS 37432 iD 1772 – 1788...

  • Page 72: Adjusting The Door Hinges

    Adjusting the door hinges The door hinges are set at the factory to enable the door to be opened wide. If the opening angle of the door needs to be limited for any reason, the hinge can be adjusted to accommodate this. –...

  • Page 73: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging ^ Open both appliance doors. Two people are needed for changing ^ Remove the shelves from the the door hinging. refrigerator section door. This appliance is delivered with right-hand door hinging. If you wish to use left-hand hinging, the hinges must be changed: To change the door hinging, you will need the following tools:...
  • Page 74 Changing the door hinging ^ Slightly loosen the screws e and f ^ Unscrew the screws e completely. on the hinges. ^ Place the fixing element i on the ^ Push each of the doors g and h opposite side and loosely screw in the screws e.
  • Page 75 Changing the door hinging Carry out the following steps on both doors. Removing the soft-close mechanism Risk of injury! When removed from the unit, the soft-close mechanism snaps shut. ^ Place the door with the outer side ^ Unscrew the ball joint l and screw it downwards on a stable surface.
  • Page 76 Changing the door hinging Securing the soft-close mechanism ^ Now turn over the appliance door so that the outer side faces downwards. ^ Screw the mounting k onto the hinge and tighten securely. ^ Open out the soft-close mechanism ^ Hang the appliance doors g and h j and hook it onto the ball joint.

  • Page 77: Installation

    Installation To install the appliance, you will Due to the size and weight of the need the following: appliance, it is essential that installation is carried out by two people. ^ Install the appliance in a stable, solid housing unit, positioned on an even, horizontal floor.
  • Page 78 Installation You will require the following – for mounting the appliance doors: installation components All installation components are designated by numbers. Each component's number can also be found in the installation steps on the following pages. – for building into the niche: All fitting instructions given are for a right-hand hinged appliance.
  • Page 79 Installation ^ Push the appliance two-thirds of the way into its niche. When doing this, make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped. Installation tip: Tie a piece of string around the plug to "lengthen" the mains cable. Then grab the other end of the string and pull the mains cable through the housing unit to make it easier to...
  • Page 80 Installation ^ Now screw the adjustable feet l all the way in. ^ Remove the cover f. ^ Loosely screw on the fixing plate g with the screws h at the top left of the appliance. Do not tighten the screws so that the bracket is still able to slide from side to side.
  • Page 81 Installation ^ Make sure that the covers of the top Installation and bottom fixing brackets lie flush ^ Push the appliance into the niche with the front edges of the housing until the covers of the fixing brackets unit side walls. touch the front edge of the side walls of the housing unit.

  • Page 82: Securing The Appliance In The Niche

    Installation Securing the appliance in the niche ^ Push the loose-fitting fixing bracket against the side wall. ^ Screw the fixing bracket j to the ^ Press the appliance against the wall housing unit side wall with the screw on the hinge side. s.
  • Page 83 Installation To further secure the appliance in the housing unit, slide the support strips supplied in between the floor of the housing unit and the bottom of the appliance: ^ Break off the ends of the brackets and dispose of them. They are no longer needed.

  • Page 84: Fitting The Furniture Doors

    If the appliance is being built into a run of units, the height of the furniture door KFNS 37432 iD should be aligned with adjacent kitchen units. The furniture door must be mounted plane and free of tension.
  • Page 85 Installation Carry out the following steps on both doors. Tip: Push up the fittings aids b with the furniture front until they are the same height as the doors of adjacent kitchen units. ^ The distance between the appliance door and the fixing bracket is set to 8 mm at the factory.
  • Page 86 Installation ^ Place the furniture door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. ^ Fit the side cover q to the fixing bracket on the opposite side of the hinge. ^ Turn the furniture door over and attach the handle (if needed). ^ Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door e.

  • Page 87: Adjusting The Position Of The Door

    Installation ^ Open the appliance door. Adjusting the position of the door ^ Hang the furniture door onto the – Adjustment to the sides (X). adjusting bolts h. ^ Move the furniture door. ^ Loosely attach the nuts c on the –...
  • Page 88 Installation ^ Drill fixing holes l in the furniture ^ Whilst counterholding the adjusting doors and screw in the screws m. bolts h with a screwdriver, tighten the nuts c on the appliance doors Make sure the two metal edges are aligned (Symbol II).
  • Page 89 Installation ^ Tighten all screws again. To make sure the appliance is correctly installed: – The doors must close properly. – The doors must not touch the housing unit. – The seals at the top edge of the handle side must fit properly. ^ To double check, place a torch in the appliance and close the doors.
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