Miele KFN 14943 SDE Operating And Installation Instructions
Miele KFN 14943 SDE Operating And Installation Instructions

Miele KFN 14943 SDE Operating And Installation Instructions

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Operating and Installation
Instructions
Fridge/freezer combination
with ice cube maker
NoFrost system
and DynaCool
KFN 14943 SDE ed/cs
en - CA
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use.
M.-Nr. 07 995 260

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  • Page 1 Operating and Installation Instructions Fridge/freezer combination with ice cube maker NoFrost system and DynaCool KFN 14943 SDE ed/cs en - CA To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 995 260...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Description of the appliance ......... 5 Caring for the environment .
  • Page 3 Contents Adjusting the interior fittings ........27 Moving the shelves .
  • Page 4 Contents Water supply ........... . 51 Notes on connecting to the water supply .
  • Page 5: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance a ON button for the whole appliance g Button for switching between the and ON/OFF button for switching the refrigerator and freezer sections refrigerator and freezer sections on (top: Refrigerator symbol; and off individually. bottom: Freezer symbol) b DynaCool button h Button to set the temperature (Y for warmer)
  • Page 6 Description of the appliance a Fan b Interior lighting c Butter and cheese compartment d Bottle shelf e Egg tray / serving shelf f Retainer for the Active AirClean filter g Shelves h Condensate channel and drain hole i Fruit and vegetable drawers j Bottle divider k Bottle shelf l Ice cube drawer with...
  • Page 7: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of packing materials Disposal of an old appliance The cardboard box and packing Old appliances contain materials that materials are biodegradable and can be recycled. Please contact your recyclable. Please recycle. local recycling center about the possibility of recycling these materials.
  • Page 8: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Warning and Safety Instructions Correct use This appliance complies with all This appliance is intended for applicable safety laws and domestic use only, specifically for the regulations. However, improper use cool storage of food and drinks, for can result in personal injury and storing frozen food, for freezing fresh material damage.
  • Page 9: Technical Safety

    Work performed by unqualified persons If the connection cable is damaged harbors the risk of serious harm to the it must be replaced by a Miele user for which the manufacturer will not approved service technician to protect be held liable.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety Instructions Only qualified specialists should refrigerator section. connect the appliance to the household Danger of explosion! water line or perform any repairs on the Do not store cans or bottles in the ice cube maker. freezer section that contain carbonated The ice cube maker is not intended beverages or liquids that could freeze.
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety Instructions Do not use any oils or grease on the For stainless steel appliances: door seals. Do not put sticky notes, transparent They can cause the seals to deteriorate tape, masking tape or other adhesive over time. on the coated surface of the door, since If you store fatty or oily foods in the the coating is getting damaged and...
  • Page 12: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption In a well ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly ventilated Installation site room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Away from heat sources (radiator, Near heat sources (radiator, stove/oven). stove/oven).
  • Page 13: Turning The Appliance On And Off

    The appliance doors have a special The temperature display for the coating that is resistant to soiling. Do refrigerator section will show the actual not wipe these with the Miele temperature in the refrigerator section. stainless steel conditioner! If the temperature in the freezer section Important! The Miele stainless steel is above 0 °C, the temperature display...
  • Page 14: Turning The Appliance Off

    Turning the appliance On and Off The "Freezer" symbol and the Alarm off – select either Super cool or Super button will flash until the temperature in freeze, or the freezer section is cold enough. – adjust the temperature. The appliance will now start cooling, Please refer to the relevant section in and the interior light of the refrigerator the manual for more information.
  • Page 15: Switching Off For Extended Periods Of Time

    Turning the appliance On and Off Switching off for extended periods of time If the appliance is not needed for a longer period of time: ^ turn the appliance off, ^ Select the appliance section you wish to turn off. ^ unplug the power cord from the wall socket or turn the circuit breaker off The "Refrigerator"...
  • Page 16: Settings Mode

    Turning the appliance On and Off Settings mode The door alarm is automatically Certain appliance settings can only be disabled when the appliance is in selected in the settings mode. the settings mode. Once the door is closed, the door alarm is How to enter the settings mode and how to change the settings is reactivated.
  • Page 17: Activating And Deactivating The Safety Lock

    Turning the appliance On and Off ^ By tapping the X button, you can ^ Tap the On/Off button to confirm the new setting. now select whether you would like the safety lock to be on or off: ^ Keep tapping the Xbutton until c is u 0: Safety lock is activated displayed.
  • Page 18: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature . . . in the freezer The correct temperature is very important for storing food. If food is not For freezing fresh food and storing stored at the correct temperature, frozen food for longer periods of time, bacteria can multiply rapidly, causing the temperature needs to be at least the food to spoil.
  • Page 19: Setting The Temperature

    The correct temperature Setting the temperature – Holding down the button will adjust the temperature continuously. The temperatures for the refrigerator When the highest / lowest section and the freezer section are set temperature is reached the X / Y separately.
  • Page 20: Changing The Brightness Of The Temperature Display

    The correct temperature Changing the brightness of the Changing the temperature display temperature display (Celsius/Fahrenheit) You can adjust the brightness of the The temperature can be displayed in temperature display to suit the lighting either Celsius or Fahrenheit. conditions of the room. ^ Touch the X button and keep your ^ Touch the X button and keep your finger on the button.
  • Page 21: Alarm

    Alarm Switching the alarm off early The appliance is equipped with an alarm system to ensure that the If the alarm signal bothers you, it can temperature in the freezer section does be silenced. not rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if the door is left open.
  • Page 22: Door Alarm

    Alarm Door alarm If one of the appliance doors is left open for longer than approx. 2 minutes, the alarm signal will sound. The alarm off button lights up red and the symbol of the temperature section with the open door flashes. Once the appliance door is shut, the alarm stops and the displays go out.
  • Page 23: Super Cool, Super Freeze And Dynacool

    Super Cool, Super Freeze and DynaCool Super Cool Switching Super Cool OFF The Super Cool function can be used to The Super Cool function automatically rapidly reduce the temperature in the switches off after approx. 6 hours. The refrigerator section to its lowest setting appliance will then continue to run at (depends on the room temperature).
  • Page 24: Super Freeze

    Super Cool, Super Freeze and DynaCool Super Freeze The appliance will now work at full power to lower the temperature in the For best results, switch on the Super freezer section. Freeze function before putting fresh food into the freezer. Switching Super Freeze OFF Fresh food will be frozen quickly, so Depending on the amount of food...
  • Page 25: Dynacool

    Super Cool, Super Freeze and DynaCool DynaCool If the dynamic cooling function (DynaCool) is not switched on, the natural circulation of air in the ^ Tap the dynamic cooling button, and appliance can create different the indicator light will come on temperature zones in the refrigerator as yellow.
  • Page 26: 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 air in should be kept at a temperature of the appliance, there are different approx. 4°C . temperature zones in the refrigerator.
  • Page 27: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves To move the split shelf ^ remove the two halves of the glass The shelves in the refrigerator section can be adjusted according to the plate and height of the food. ^ Lift the shelf, pull it forwards slightly, lift the recess over the support ribs and move the shelf up or down.
  • Page 28: Moving The Serving Shelf / Bottle Shelf

    Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the serving shelf / Universal box bottle shelf Food can be stored as well as served in the universal box. ^ Lift the hanging container up and out of the stainless steel support frame. ^ Push the stainless steel support frame up and remove it by pulling it forward.
  • Page 29: Adjusting The Bottle Divider

    Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the bottle divider The bottle divider can be moved to the left or right. This holds the bottles more securely in position when the door is opened and closed. The bottle divider can be removed completely (e.g.
  • 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, make sure to check: quickly as possible, the maximum –...
  • Page 31: Home Freezing

    Freezing and storing food Home freezing note that the flavour of some spices deteriorates when frozen. Only freeze food that is fresh and in good condition! – Do not place very warm or hot foods or beverages in the freezer to Hints for home freezing prevent already frozen food from thawing and to save energy.
  • Page 32: Before Placing Food In The Freezer

    Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the freezer When freezing, make sure that ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of already frozen food does not come fresh food, switch on the Super into contact with fresh food being Freeze function ahead of time (see frozen so that the frozen food does Super Freeze).
  • Page 33: Defrosting Frozen Foods

    Freezing and storing food Defrosting frozen foods Cooling drinks quickly Frozen food can be defrosted in various To cool drinks quickly, place them in ways: the refrigerator section, and switch on the Super Cool function. However, if – in the microwave, you choose to place bottles in the –...
  • Page 34: Making Ice Cubes

    Making ice cubes For the automatic ice cube maker to Do not use the first three containers operate it must be connected to the full of ice cubes, as the water domestic water supply. will have been used to rinse through the waterlines.
  • Page 35: Setting The Water Inlet Time

    Making ice cubes Turning the ice cube maker off Setting the water inlet time The ice cube maker can be turned off The size of ice cubes produced independently of the freezer section if depends on the water pressure and you do not want to make any ice cubes.
  • Page 36 Making ice cubes ^ By tapping the X button you can now change the duration of the water supply: E1: Shortest water inlet time, E8: Longest water inlet time. E -: Back to the menu. The old setting lights up, and the newly selected setting flashes.
  • Page 37: Automatic Defrosting

    Automatic defrosting Refrigerator section Freezer section The refrigerator defrosts automatically. The freezer defrosts automatically. During normal operation, condensate The moisture generated in the and frost can build up on the rear wall appliance collects on the condenser of the refrigerator and drawers. and is automatically defrosted and You do not need to remove this, as it dissipated by the condenser from time...
  • Page 38: Cleaning And Care

    ^ Turn the appliance off. stainless steel surfaces use the Miele stainless steel conditioner ^ Unplug the power cord from the wall (available from Miele Customer Ser- socket or turn the circuit breaker off vice). in the electrical panel. It contains substances that protect...
  • Page 39: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and ^ To clean the bottle and serving shelves in the door remove the accessories hanging containers from their ^ Clean the appliance at least once a stainless steel frames for cleaning. month. To remove the stainless steel cover of Use lukewarm water and some liquid the butter and cheese compartment dish soap for cleaning.
  • Page 40: Appliance Doors, Side Walls

    ^ Wipe the stainless steel covers and cloth. stainless steel frames down with Miele stainless steel conditioner im- For stainless steel appliances, the mediately after each cleaning. following also applies: This protects the stainless steel –...
  • Page 41: Cleaning The Ice Cube Tray

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the ice cube tray ^ Push the ice cube drawer fully in within the next 60 seconds. The ice cubes freeze in the ice cube tray before they fall into the ice cube You will hear the ice cube tray turning drawer.
  • Page 42: Ventilation Slits

    Cleaning and care Ventilation slits After cleaning ^ The ventilation slits should be ^ Replace all the parts of the cleaned on a regular basis with a refrigerator section. brush or vacuum cleaner. A build-up ^ Return food to the refrigerator of dust will increase the amount of section, energy the appliance consumes.
  • Page 43: Active Charcoal Filter

    If you do not have any new active charcoal filters, you can order new ones from your Miele dealer. You can change the active charcoal filters at a later date. If you are bothered by the red active...
  • Page 44 (with retainer) in the appliance. Active AirClean filters and retainers ^ Now tap once on the ON/OFF button are available from your Miele dealer (WITHOUT releasing the X button!). or from Miele Customer Service. ^ Keep your finger on the X button for another 5 seconds until c is displayed.
  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting . . . the temperature in the refrigerator Repairs to electrical appliances or freezer section is too cold? must be carried out by qualified ^ Set a warmer temperature. professionals. Work performed by ^ Check that the doors are properly unqualified persons can place the user at considerable risk of harm.
  • Page 46 Therefore If necessary, order replacement filters it may become too warm in the freezer from your Miele dealer. section.."nA" appears in the temperature . . . food has frozen to the freezer...
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting ^ Increase the water inlet time (see . . . "dn" appears in the temperature display? "Making ice cubes"). The demo mode is activated..the indicator light on the ice cube ^ Call Customer Service. maker is flashing? The ice cube tray is in the cleaning .
  • Page 48 ^ Clean the condensate channel and the drain hole. If a malfunction cannot be corrected using this troubleshooting guide, please contact Miele Customer Ser- vice. To prevent cold from escaping, open the appliance doors as little as possible until the malfunction has...
  • Page 49: Noises

    Noises Normal noises What causes them? Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise Brrrrr... may get louder for brief periods, whenever the motor kicks in. Blubb, blubb..A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes. Click..
  • Page 50: After Sales Service

    After sales service In the event of a fault which you cannot easily fix yourself, please contact the Miele Technical Service Department at the address on the back of this booklet. When contacting the Technical Service Department, please quote the model...
  • Page 51: Water Supply

    The extension hose is available from immediately before connecting to the Miele Customer Service. solenoid valve. – A water shut-off valve must be – Mop up any spillage with a cloth. provided between the stainless steel...
  • Page 52 Water supply ^ Attach the stainless steel hose to the solenoid valve at the bottom rear side of the appliance. ^ Ensure that the hose is correctly fitted and that it is water-tight. ^ Slowly open the water shut-off valve and check the whole water system for leaks.
  • Page 53: Electrical Information

    If any changes are needed to the electrical connection of this appliance household wiring or power supply, this to the power supply, please consult a work must be performed by a qualified licensed electrician or call the Miele electrician. Technical Service. V 1-800-565-6435...
  • Page 54: Installation Information

    Installation information If the room is too cold, it will cause the Do not place any devices that cooling system in the appliance to produce heat (such as a toaster or remain off for too long. This may lead to microwave) on top of the appliance.
  • Page 55: Adjustments

    Installation information Adjustments ^ Use the wrench provided to adjust the front feet as needed, so that the appliance is levelled. Supporting the appliance door ^ In any case unscrew foot a until it is on the ground. Then unscrew the foot another 90°.
  • Page 56: Appliance Dimensions

    Installation information Appliance dimensions KFN 14943 SDE ed 2020...
  • Page 57: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging The appliance comes with right-hand hinging. If left-hand door hinging is required, the door hinge must be changed: You will need the following tools to change the door hinging: – a Phillips screwdriver, – a flathead screwdriver, –...
  • Page 58 Changing the door hinging Before changing the hinging, remove any items of food from the shelves in the appliance door. Removing the top soft-close mechanism: ^ Open the top door of the appliance. ^ Slide panel a in the direction of the appliance and leave it hanging between the door and the appliance.
  • Page 59 Changing the door hinging ^ Remove cover d. Removing the top door of the appliance: Now the soft-close mechanism and the appliance are no longer connected. ^ Remove panel a. ^ Loosen the cover h by carefully sliding a flathead screwdriver from ^ Push the shock absorber arm f as below into the recess.
  • Page 60 Changing the door hinging Caution! The top door of the Be careful not to damage the door appliance is no longer secured as seal. soon as the hinge bracket is If the door seal is damaged, the removed! appliance door may not close properly and there will not be ^ Close the top door of the appliance.
  • Page 61 Changing the door hinging ^ Put the spacer aside. Removing the bottom door of the appliance: ^ Push pin e up and out. Now the soft-close mechanism and the appliance are no longer connected. ^ Remove panel a. ^ Close the bottom door of the appliance.
  • Page 62 Changing the door hinging ^ Unscrew the bearing mechanism g from the hinge bracket h, turn it 180° and screw it into the opposite hole of the hinge bracket. ^ Insert the plug d in the other hole. ^ Remove cover h. ^ Remove screw i and insert it in the outermost hole on the opposite side.
  • Page 63 Changing the door hinging ^ Hook the spacer on the handle side into the retainer (A). ^ Insert the bearing pin i in the centre ^ Hook the soft-close mechanism into of the appliance through the hinge the retainer (B) on the appliance bracket k into the bottom door of the side.
  • Page 64 Changing the door hinging Mounting the top door of the appliance: ^ Place the top door of the appliance on the bearing pin i in the middle of the appliance. ^ Close the top door of the appliance. ^ Hang the panel b on the shock absorber arm d.
  • Page 65 Changing the door hinging Mounting the top soft-close mechanism: ^ With screw c, attach the spacer and the soft-close mechanism. ^ Remove the cover a from the panel b, turn it 180° and replace it on the other side. ^ Hang the panel b on the shock absorber arm d.
  • Page 66 Changing the door hinging ^ Remove the securing device g. The mounting plate c must be positioned on the door housing in such a way that when the door is closed the mounting plate is aligned with the outside wall of the appliance. If this is not the case, ^ turn both of the pre-mounted set screws a with an Allen key until the...
  • Page 67: Aligning The Appliance Doors

    Aligning the appliance doors The appliance doors can be aligned Align the top door using the elongated with the appliance housing afterwards. holes in the middle hinge bracket: In the following figure, the appliance door is not closed so that the individual steps can be seen more clearly.
  • Page 68: Installing The Appliance

    Installing the appliance The ventilation cross-sections must not be blocked or covered in any way. They also need to be dusted/cleaned on a regular basis. If installing with standard kitchen cabinets (max. depth 580 mm), the appliance can be set up directly next to the kitchen cabinet.
  • Page 72 Alteration rights reserved / 2611 M.-Nr. 07 995 260 / 04 KFN 14943 SDE ed/cs To obtain the most recent version of this guide, please visit the website of Miele.

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