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Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge freezer
with dynamic cooling
KFN 12823 SD edt (-1)
KFN 12923 SD edt (-1)
en - GB
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. 07 749 970
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- Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge freezer with dynamic cooling KFN 12823 SD edt (-1) KFN 12923 SD edt (-1) en - GB 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.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Guide to the appliance ..........4 Caring for the environment . - Page 3 Contents Home freezing ........... . 26 Hints on home freezing.
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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 shelves g Bottle rack h Condensate channel and drain hole i Fruit and vegetable containers j Bottle shelf k Freezer drawers...
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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 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.
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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
^ Press the master switch on the right stainless steel conditioning agent hand side of the control panel. supplied (also available from The temperature display for the www.miele-shop.com). refrigerator section will show the selected temperature setting. The Important: The stainless steel temperature display for the freezer and... -
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 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 newly selected temperature will be adopted automatically after a short The temperature display on the while. The indicator for the temperature which control panel always shows the has been set for the refrigeration required temperature. section will light up. - Page 17 The correct temperature This loss of coldness is no cause for concern in the following circumstances: – when the door has been left open for a while, e.g. for removing or storing a large amount of food, – when fresh food is being frozen. However, if the temperature in the freezer section remains above -18 °C for a long time, check that the...
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Page 18: Alarm
Alarm Door alarm Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the The alarm will sound if a door is left temperature in the freezer section open for more than 60 seconds. cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if a door is left The alarm will stop as soon as the door open. -
Page 19: 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 20: 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 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 24: 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 25: 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 26: 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 27: 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 28: 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 29: 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. Place the cool pack in the upper drawer directly on top of food, or in the freezer tray to save space. -
Page 30: 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 31: Cleaning And Care
A range of Miele branded cleaning and store it in a cool place. and conditioning agents is available ^ Take out any removable parts, e.g. from Miele or via the internet at shelves, for cleaning. www.miele-shop.com. Cleaning the outer casing, the... -
Page 32: Ventilation Gaps
Cleaning and care Ventilation gaps After cleaning ^ The ventilation gaps should be ^ Replace all shelves and accessories cleaned on a regular basis with a in the refrigerator section. brush or vacuum cleaner. A build-up ^ Place food back in the refrigerator of dust will increase the appliance's section, close the appliance doors, energy consumption. -
Page 33: Problem Solving Guide
^ Check that the fuse is not defective and that the mains fuse has not . . . the frozen food is thawing tripped. If it has, contact the Miele because the freezer section is too Service Department. warm. - Page 34 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 35 ^ 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...
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Page 36: 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 37: 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 38: 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 39: Installation
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 40: Climate Range
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 41: Appliance Dimensions
Installation Appliance dimensions KFN 12823 SD edt (-1) 1820 mm 600 mm 630 mm KFN 12923 SD edt (-1) 2010 mm 600 mm 630 mm... -
Page 42: 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 43 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 44 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 bush in the ^ Pull the middle hinge pin i upwards door and refit on the opposite side.
- Page 45 Changing the door hinging Changing over the doors: ^ Screw hinge plate f 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 ^ Pull cover b off.
- Page 46 Changing the door hinging ^ Fit hinge pin i into middle hinge plate k in the lower door (see drawing on page 44). The ridge on the hinge pin will fit into the notch in the hinge plate. ^ Then fit the top door on middle hinge pin i.
- Page 47 Changing the door hinging Refitting the handle: 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 handle. 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 48: Aligning The Appliance Doors
Aligning the appliance doors The appliance doors can be aligned Align the upper door using 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 49: 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 52 Alteration rights reserved / 1110 M.-Nr. 07 749 970 / 01 KFN 12823 SD edt (-1), KFN 12923 SD edt (-1)