Operating and Installation Instructions Fridge/freezer combination with ice cube maker NoFrost system and DynaCool KFN 14943 SDE ed To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use. en - CA M.-Nr.
Contents Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Warning and Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 How to save energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Switching the appliance ON and OFF . . . . . . . . .
Contents Freezing and storing food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Maximum freezing capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Freezing fresh food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Storing frozen food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Home freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Appliance dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Changing the door hinging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Aligning the appliance doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Installing the appliance . . . . . . . . .
Description of the appliance a ON button for the whole appliance and ON/OFF button for switching the refrigerator and freezer sections on and off individually.
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 automatic ice cube maker m Freezer drawers with freezer calendar * Depending on model 6
Caring for the environment Disposal of packing materials Disposal of an old appliance The cardboard box and packing materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Please recycle. Old appliances contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact your local recycling center about the possibility of recycling these materials. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc., are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children.
Warning and Safety Instructions Correct use This appliance complies with all applicable safety laws and regulations. However, improper use can result in personal injury and material damage. Read the operating instructions carefully before operating the appliance for the first time. They contain important information on the installation, safety, operation and care of your appliance. This will avoid the risk of personal injury and damage to the appliance.
Warning and Safety Instructions Technical safety ~ Before setting up the appliance, check it for any external damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. A damaged appliance may endanger your safety! ~ If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger. ~ This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas that is environmentally friendly but flammable.
Warning and Safety Instructions ~ The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed if it is properly grounded in compliance with all applicable local and national safety regulations. It is very important to ensure that this essential safety requirement is met. If there is any doubt about the grounding of your household wiring, have it inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer will not be held liable for damages resulting from an inadequate grounding system (e.g. electric shock).
Warning and Safety Instructions ~ The manufacturer will not be held liable for damage resulting from a faulty connection to the water supply. ~ Only qualified specialists should connect the appliance to the household water line or perform any repairs on the ice cube maker. ~ The ice cube maker is not intended to be used with a hot water supply line. ~ The fridge/freezer must be disconnected from the electrical power supply before the appliance is connected to the household water line.
Warning and Safety Instructions ~ Never use a pointed or sharp-edged object to – remove frost or ice, – or to free frozen items or ice trays from the freezer. This will damage the evaporators, causing irreversible damage to the appliance. ~ Never place candles or electric heaters in the appliance to defrost it. This can damage the plastic. ~ Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers.
How to save energy Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption In a well ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly ventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Away from heat sources (radiator, stove/oven). Near heat sources (radiator, stove/oven). When the room temperature is ideal (approx. 20 °C (68 F)). When the room temperature is high. Temperature setting (dial) At a medium setting of 2 to 3.
Switching the appliance ON and OFF Before first use Switching the appliance ON The stainless steel surfaces are covered with protective sheeting for protection during transport. The refrigerator and freezer sections are switched on together by touching the ON/OFF button. ^ Do not remove the protective sheeting until the appliance has been installed in its final location.
Switching the appliance ON and OFF Switching the appliance OFF Use this button to switch back and forth between the refrigerator section and the freezer section. If you want to select the freezer section (e. g. to check the temperature), ^ Touch the ON/OFF button until all displays are out. (If this does not happen, then the safety lock is still activated!!) The refrigerator and freezer sections switch off one after the other. The interior lighting goes out and the cooling is switched off.
Switching the appliance ON and OFF That section is now switched off, while the other section remains on. To switch a section back on again, If during a long absence, you fail to clean the appliance and leave the doors ajar before switching it off, mould may build up in the appliance. The settings mode ^ select the section you wish to switch on; the corresponding symbol lights up yellow. ^ Touch the ON/OFF button until the temperature display lights up, or ^ switch the appliance off and then back on again.
Switching the appliance ON and OFF The door alarm is automatically disabled while you are in the settings mode. Once the door is closed, the door alarm is re-activated. ^ Whenever you finish changing a setting, tap the ON/OFF button to confirm. ^ Keep tapping the X button until c is displayed. ^ Tap the ON/OFF button. Turning the button sound on and off If you prefer the buttons to be silent when touched, you can turn the button sound off. You have left the settings mode.
Switching the appliance ON and OFF ^ By tapping the X button you can now select whether the safety lock should be activated or not. u 0: Safety lock is deactivated u 1: Safety lock is activated u –: return to menu. The old setting is displayed steady, the setting to be selected flashes. ^ Whenever you finish changing a setting, tap the ON/OFF button to confirm. ^ Keep tapping the X button until c is displayed. ^ Tap the ON/OFF button. You have left the settings mode.
The correct temperature The correct temperature is very important for storing food. If food is not stored at the correct temperature, bacteria can multiply rapidly, causing the food to spoil. This can be prevented or slowed down by selecting the correct temperature. Temperature affects the rate at which bacteria can multiply. Reducing the temperature slows down this process. The temperature in the appliance will rise for the following reasons: – if you open the door frequently, or keep it open too long, .
The correct temperature Setting the temperature The temperatures for the refrigerator section and the freezer section are set separately. ^ Select the refrigerator or the freezer section. The Refrigerator or Freezer symbol lights up yellow. ^ Set the temperature with the buttons beside the display. Tap the X button: to decrease the temperature Y button: to increase the temperature. The temperature being set will flash in the display.
The correct temperature Changing the brightness of the temperature display You have left the settings mode. You can adjust the brightness of the temperature display to suit the lighting conditions of the room. ^ Touch the X button and keep your finger on the button. ^ Now tap once on the ON/OFF button (WITHOUT releasing the X button!). ^ Keep the finger on the X button for another 5 seconds until c is displayed. ^ Again tap the X button until d is displayed. ^ Tap the ON/OFF button to confirm.
Alarm The appliance is equipped with an alarm system to ensure that the temperature in the freezer section does not rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if the door is left open. Switching the alarm system ON The alarm system is always active. It does not need to be switched on manually. Switching the alarm off early If the alarm signal bothers you, it can be silenced. ^ Tap the alarm off button. The alarm will stop.
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. Switching the door alarm off early If the noise of the door alarm bothers you, it can be switched off early if you wish. ^ Tap the alarm off button. The alarm will stop.
Super Cool, Super Freeze and DynaCool Super Cool Switching Super Cool OFF The Super Cool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator section to its lowest setting (depends on the room temperature). The Super Cool function automatically switches off after approx. 6 hours. The appliance will then continue to run at normal power. Switching Super Cool ON Super Cool is particularly recommended for the fast chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drinks.
Super Cool, Super Freeze and DynaCool Super Freeze For best results, switch on the Super Freeze function before putting fresh food into the freezer. Fresh food will be frozen quickly, so that the nutritional value, vitamins, appearance and taste are maintained. Exceptions: – if you are loading frozen food into the freezer. – if you are not loading more than 2 kg fresh food into the freezer per day. The appliance will now work at full power to lower the temperature in the freezer section.
Super Cool, Super Freeze and DynaCool DynaCool If the dynamic cooling function (DynaCool) is not switched on, the natural circulation of air in the appliance can create different temperature zones in the refrigerator as the cold, heavy air will sink to the lowest section of the appliance. You should bear this in mind when placing food in the appliance (see "Using the refrigerator efficiently"). If you are placing a large amount of the same type of food in the refrigerator at one time (e.g.
Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones Due to the natural circulation of air in the appliance, there are different temperature zones in the refrigerator. Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest section of the appliance. Make use of these different zones when placing food in the appliance. This appliance has a dynamic cooling feature (DynaCool) helping to keep an even when the fan is running temperature. As a result, the differences between temperature zones are less pronounced.
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves To move the split shelf The shelves in the refrigerator section can be adjusted according to the height of the food. ^ remove the two halves of the glass plate and ^ Lift the shelf, pull it forwards slightly, lift the recess over the support ribs and move the shelf up or down. The edge of shelf's rear stop must face upwards so that food does not touch the rear wall and freeze to it. Stops prevent the shelves from being pulled out accidentally.
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the serving shelf / bottle shelf ^ Lift the hanging container up and out of the stainless steel support frame. Universal box Food can be stored as well as served in the universal box. ^ Push the stainless steel support frame up and remove it by pulling it forward. ^ Replace the stainless steel support frame at the desired location. Make sure that it is securely pushed back into position. ^ Place the hanging container into the stainless steel frame.
Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the bottle divider (may vary by model) 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. for cleaning): ^ Slide the front edge of the bottle divider up and lift the bottle divider out.
Freezing and storing food Maximum freezing capacity Storing frozen food To ensure that fresh food placed in the freezer freezes through to the core as quickly as possible, the maximum freezing capacity must not be exceeded. The maximum freezing capacity within a 24-hour period is listed on the data plate, as "Freezing capacity ...kg/24 h".
Freezing and storing food Home freezing Only freeze food that is fresh and in good condition! Hints for home freezing – The following types of food are suitable for home freezing: fresh meat, poultry, game, fish, vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy products, baked goods, leftovers, egg yolks, egg whites and most pre-cooked meals. – The following types of food are not suitable for freezing: grapes, lettuce, radishes, sour cream, mayonnaise, eggs in the shell, onions, whole raw apples and pears.
Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the freezer ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of fresh food, switch on the Super Freeze function ahead of time (see Super Freeze). This will protect the food that is already in the freezer with an added boost of cold. Placing food in the freezer Food to be frozen can be placed anywhere in the freezer section. Larger quantities should be placed directly on the glass shelves, where they will freeze more quickly, which is better for maintaining quality.
Freezing and storing food 10 - 12 months: Beef, fruit, vegetables Cooling drinks quickly – in the microwave, To cool drinks quickly, place them in the refrigerator section, and switch on the Super Cool function. However, if you choose to place bottles in the freezer, make sure that they are not left in for more than one hour, as they could burst.
Making ice cubes For the automatic ice cube maker to operate it must be connected to the household water line. Switching the ice cube maker ON ^ Switch the freezer section on. ^ Slightly open the top left drawer in the freezer section. To ensure that the water pipes are thoroughly flushed through, you must not consume the first three batches of ice from the ice maker. This applies not only when the appliance is used for the very first time, but also if it has been out of use for a longer period of time.
Making ice cubes Switching the ice cube maker OFF If you do not want the appliance to make any ice cubes, the ice cube maker can be switched off independently of the freezer section. Setting the water inlet time The size of the ice cubes that are produced depends on the water pressure and the water inlet time that is set. For instance, if the ice cube maker produces small ice cubes then your water pressure is low.
Making ice cubes ^ By tapping the X button you can now change the water inlet time: E 1: shortest water inlet time, E 8: longest water inlet time. E – : return to menu. The old setting is displayed steady, the setting to be selected flashes. ^ Whenever you change a setting, tap the ON/OFF button to confirm. ^ Keep tapping the X button until e – is displayed. ^ Tap the ON/OFF button to confirm. ^ Keep tapping the X button until c is displayed. ^ Tap the ON/OFF button. You have left the settings mode.
Automatic defrosting Refrigerator section Freezer section The refrigerator defrosts automatically. The freezer defrosts automatically. During normal operation, condensate and frost can build up on the rear wall of the refrigerator and drawers. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the heat generated by the appliance.
Cleaning and care Never use abrasive cleaners on the appliance, or products that contain washing soda, acids, chlorine bleach or chemical solvents. Note that so-called non-abrasive cleaners are also unsuitable as they can cause dull patches. For all stainless steel surfaces, use a suitable stainless steel cleaner (available through Miele Customer Service). Make sure that no water gets into the electronics or into the lighting. Do not let any cleaning water get into the condensate drain hole.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the ice cube tray Before the ice cubes drop down into the drawer, they are collected in a tray in the ice cube maker. This tray should be cleaned regularly to remove any stale ice or water. ^ Connect the appliance to the power supply. ^ Open the top left drawer slightly. ^ Press the ON/OFF button on the ice cube maker and the indicator light will come on. ^ Empty the ice cube drawer. ^ Press and hold the ON/OFF button on the ice cube maker for approx.
Cleaning and care Door seal Do not use any grease or oil on the door seal as they will cause the seal to deteriorate over time. The door seal should be cleaned regularly with clear water and then wiped dry with a soft cloth. Cleaning the exterior coils The metal coils on the back of the appliance (heat exchanger) need to be dusted and cleaned at least once a year.
Active charcoal filter The prompt to change the active charcoal filter will occur approx. every 6 months. ^ Place the retainer in the middle of the rear limit stop of any shelf so that it engages. When the display for an active charcoal filter change lights up red, the active charcoal filters must be changed. Replacing the active charcoal filters To confirm the filter change, ^ touch the display for an active charcoal filter change for approx. 2 seconds.
Active charcoal filter If you changed the active charcoal filters at a later date and the active charcoal filter change display is off, the timer must be reset via the settings mode: ^ Touch the X button and keep your finger on the button. ^ Now tap once on the ON/OFF button (WITHOUT releasing the X button!). ^ Keep your finger on the X button for another 5 seconds until c is displayed. Tip: If you are storing strong-smelling food (e.g.
Troubleshooting Repairs to electrical appliances must be carried out by qualified professionals. Work performed by unqualified persons can place the user at considerable risk of harm. However, you can correct the following minor problems yourself: What should I do if . . . . . . the temperature in the refrigerator or freezer section is too cold? ^ Set a warmer temperature. ^ Check that the doors are properly closed.
Troubleshooting . . . the frozen food thaws because it is too warm in the freezer section? . . . "_F" appears in the temperature display? ^ Did the room temperature drop below that for which the appliance was designed? This indicates a problem. Call Customer Service. Increase the room temperature. The compressor will run less often if the room temperature is too low. Therefore it may become too warm in the freezer section. . . .
Troubleshooting . . . "dn" appears in the temperature display? The demo mode is activated. ^ Call Customer Service. . . . the ice cube maker will not switch on? ^ Check that the appliance is connected to the power supply. ^ Increase the water inlet time (see "Making ice cubes"). . . . the indicator light on the ice cube maker is flashing? The ice cube tray is in the cleaning position (see "Cleaning and care"). If that is not the reason, then there is a problem. ^ Call Customer Service. . . .
Troubleshooting ^ Pull out the glass plate. ^ Unscrew the light bulb and replace it with a new one. Light bulb specifications: 110 - 120 V, max. 25 W, E 14 base. ^ Slide the glass plate in again. ^ Replace the panel and engage the catches. . . . the floor of the refrigerator section is wet? The drain hole is blocked. ^ Clean the condensate channel and the drain hole. If a malfunction cannot be corrected using this troubleshooting guide, please contact Miele Customer Service.
Noises Normal noises What causes them? Brrrrr... Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise 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.... Clicking sounds occur whenever the thermostat switches the motor on or off. Sssrrrrr.... In multi-zone and frost-free appliances, the movement of air circulating through the appliance can sometimes just barely be heard.
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 and serial number of your appliance given on the data plate inside the appliance.
Water supply Notes on connecting to the water supply The appliance must be connected to the water supply by a qualified professional. The water being used should meet the drinking water standards of the country where the machine is used. Connecting to the water supply Disconnect the refrigerator/freezer from the electric power supply prior to connecting to the water supply. A water shut-off valve with 3/4" thread is required for connection to the water supply.
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. ^ The appliance can now be connected to the power supply (see "Electrical connection"). ^ Slide the appliance into the desired position. When doing so, make sure that the stainless steel hose does not get kinked or damaged.
Electrical information ,Avoid the risk of electrical shock - Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. - Do not move the ground plug. - Do not use an adapter. - Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor may result in electric shock.
Installation information Do not place any devices that produce heat (such as a toaster or microwave) on top of the appliance. This would increase the energy consumption of the appliance! This fridge/freezer should not be placed side-by-side with a second model. Because the appliance does not have heated side walls, a side-by-side arrangement can lead to the build-up of condensation water. Contact your dealer for advice.
Installation information Adjustments ^ Use the wrench provided to adjust the feet as needed, so that the appliance is level. ^ If necessary, unscrew the foot a from the hinge bracket in order to support the appliance door.
Installation information Appliance dimensions KFN 14943 SDE ed A B C 2020 750 630 55
Changing the door hinging The appliance comes with right-hand hinging. If left-hand door hinging is preferred, then follow these instructions to change the door hinge: You will need the following tools: – a crosstip screwdriver, – a flathead screwdriver, – various sizes of Torx screwdrivers, – a fork wrench. Always change the door hinging with the assistance of another person. Removing the door handles: ^ When you pull on the door handle a, the sidebar b moves backwards.
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 the panel a in the direction of the appliance and leave it hanging between the door and the appliance. ^ Place the securing device b (supplied with the appliance) on the soft-close mechanism c so that it engages.
Changing the door hinging ^ Remove the cover d. Now the soft-close mechanism and the appliance are no longer connected. Removing the top door of the appliance: ^ Remove the panel a. ^ Push the shock absorber arm f as far as possible towards the handle side. ^ Loosen the three screws g on the soft-close mechanism and the spacer. ^ In the middle, pry out the housing with the soft-close mechanism using a flathead screwdriver.
Changing the door hinging Caution! The top door of the appliance is no longer secured as soon as the hinge bracket is removed when following the instructions below! ^ Close the top door of the appliance. ^ Loosen the screws m on the top hinge bracket n and remove the hinge bracket by pulling up. ^ Loosen the panel a of the soft-close mechanism: Slowly pry the panel off from the top. Be careful not to damage the door seal.
Changing the door hinging ^ Lay the spacer aside. Removing the bottom door of the appliance: ^ Close the bottom door of the appliance. ^ Push the pin e up and out. Now the soft-close mechanism and the appliance are no longer connected. ^ Remove the panel a. ^ Pull the bearing pin i in the middle of the appliance up and out. ^ Carefully lift and remove the bottom door of the appliance and set aside. ^ Pull the cover d off. ^ Push the shock absorber arm f as far as possible towards the handle side.
Changing the door hinging ^ With the assistance of another person, carefully tilt the appliance backwards and pull the bearing pin c down and out. ^ Pay attention to the hinge bushing d. ^ Loosen the screws e and remove the hinge bracket f. ^ Remove the cover g and loosen the screw. Attach both to the other side. ^ Screw the hinge bracket f onto the other side with the two outer screws.
Changing the door hinging ^ Put the bearing pin i in the middle of the appliance through the hinge bracket k into the bottom door of the appliance. Mounting the bottom soft-close mechanism: ^ Remove the cover a from the panel b, turn it 180° and replace it on the other side. 62 ^ Hook the spacer on the handle side into the retainer (A). ^ Hook the soft-close mechanism into the retainer (B) on the appliance side. Push both parts outwards until they engage.
Changing the door hinging Mounting the top door of the appliance: ^ Place the top door of the appliance onto the bearing pin i in in the middle of the appliance. ^ Close the top door of the appliance. ^ Hang the panel b on the shock absorber arm d. ^ Pull the shock absorber arm d towards the hinge bracket and insert the pin e from the top so that the square rests in the recess. ^ Put on the cover f in such a way that it engages.
Changing the door hinging Mounting the top soft-close mechanism: ^ Remove the cover a from the panel b, turn it 180° and replace it on the other side. ^ Hook the spacer on the handle side into the retainer (A). ^ Hook the soft-close mechanism into the retainer (B) on the appliance side. Push both parts outwards until they engage. ^ With the three screws c, first screw on the spacer on the handle side and then the soft-close mechanism on the appliance side. ^ Hang the panel b on the shock absorber arm d.
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 alignment is off, you can correct it by ^ turning both of the pre-mounted set screws a with a wrench until the mounting plate c is at the correct angle. ^ Place the panel b onto the soft-close mechanism from above, engaging it at the bottom first and then at the top.
Aligning the appliance doors The appliance doors can be aligned with the appliance housing afterwards. Align the top door via the elongated 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. Align the bottom door in the bottom hinge bracket via the outer, elongated holes: ^ Loosen the three screws c slightly. ^ Align the appliance door by moving the hinge bracket to the right or left. ^ Tighten the screws c.
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. In that case the side of the appliance door would project 34 mm and the middle of the appliance 55 mm beyond the front of the kitchen cabinet. This allows the appliance door to open and close properly.
Subject to change without notice / 5209 KFN 14943 SDE ed M.-Nr.