Operating and installation instructions Frost-free fridge / freezer KFN 8995 SD ed-1 KFN 8996 SDE ed-1 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these operating instructions before it is installed or used for the first time. en - CA M.-Nr.
Contents Guide to 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 Adjusting the interior fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Freezing and storing food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Maximum freezing capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Storing frozen food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Freezing fresh food . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Changing the door hinging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Installing the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guide to the appliance a Refrigerator section On/Off button f Freezer section On/Off button b Refrigerator section temperature display g Freezer section temperature display c Refrigerator section temperature selector buttons (+ for warmer; – for colder) h Freezer section temperature selector buttons (+ for warmer; – for colder) d SuperCool button and indicator light i SuperFreeze button and indicator light e Safety lock indicator light j Alarm Off button 5
Guide to the appliance a Door display b Butter and cheese compartment c Dynamic cooling fan (Dynamic cooling is automatic) d Egg tray e Shelves with LED lighting f Door shelves with LED lighting g Bottle rack h Condensate channel and drain hole i Fruit and vegetable containers j Bottle divider* k Ice cube drawer with automatic ice cube maker* l Freezer drawers with freezer calendar m Marker system for frozen food * (may vary by model) 6
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials that are environmentally friendly for disposal, and can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc., are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation! Rather than simply throwing these materials away, please ensure that they are recycled.
Warning and Safety Instructions Technical safety This appliance complies with all applicable safety legislation. However, improper use of the appliance can present a risk of both personal injury and material damage. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, read the operating instructions carefully before installation and before using for the first time. They contain important notes on the installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance.
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 absolutely essential that this basic safety requirement be respected; in case of any doubt, the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer will not be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate grounding system (e.g., electric shock).
Warning and Safety Instructions Use ~ Do not store cans or bottles ~ Never handle frozen food with wet containing carbonated drinks or liquids that could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could explode. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance. hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food. Danger of frost burn. ~ Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place ice cubes or ice pops in your mouth straight from the freezer.
Warning and Safety Instructions ~ Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they might contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could cause a build-up of gases and pose a danger to health. ~ Do not block the ventilation slits in ~ Do not use any oils or grease on the within certain climate ranges (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
Warning and Safety Instructions Disposal of your old appliance ~ Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch or lock unusable. This will prevent children from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives. ~ Disconnect it from the power, cut off the cable near the appliance and render any plug unusable. ~ Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal, e.g., by – puncturing the refrigerant channels in the evaporator. – bending any pipework.
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 using for the first time The stainless steel surfaces and trim are covered in a protective sheeting for transport. ^ Do not remove the sheeting until the appliance has been installed in its final location. To peel the sheeting off, start at one of the upper corners. ^ Next, coat the stainless steel surfaces with a special stainless steel product (which is available through customer service).
Switching the appliance ON and OFF Safety lock The safety lock can be activated to prevent the appliance from being switched off inadvertently. Activating and deactivating the safety lock ^ Hold down the superfreeze button for approx. 5 seconds. The indicator light for the superfreeze button flashes and the temperature display shows ;. ^ Now press the superfreeze button again. The display will show ;. ^ To exit from set mode, press the ON/OFF button for the freezer section.
Door display The display on the outside of the appliance door - shows the current temperatures of the refrigerator and freezer sections, Adjusting the contrast If you want to change the contrast of the display: ^ Open the refrigerator door. - shows if the SuperCool or SuperFreeze functions are switched on, and - tells you if there is a problem with the appliance. ^ Press and hold the SuperFreeze button for approx. 5 seconds.
Door display If the refrigerator door is not opened, the process will be cancelled after approx. 10 minutes, and the original contrast setting will be restored. To exit the setting mode: ^ On the control panel inside the appliance, press the On/Off button for the freezer section. If you do not do this, the electronics will automatically switch over to normal operation after a few minutes.
Door display Displays The door display can show the following symbols: Symbol Meaning + °C Temperature display over 0° C. - °C Temperature display under 0° C. -- The temperatures in the appliance have not yet reached the temperature ranges that can be displayed. $ The appliance is locked. L The set temperature has not yet been reached. The inside of the appliance is still cooling down. SUPER If SUPER shows in the top half of the display, this means that the SuperCool function is switched on.
Selecting the correct temperature It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance. Micro-organisms will cause food that is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly. The temperature influences the growth rate of these micro-organisms. Reducing the temperature slows their growth rate. . . .
Selecting the correct temperature You can make changes to the temperature displays behind the door by pressing the buttons as follows: – When first pressed, the last temperature selected flashes. – Each subsequent press of the button adjusts the temperature shown in 1 °C increments. – Holding the button in adjusts the temperature continually. Approx. 5 seconds after letting go of the button, the current temperature of the refrigerator or freezer section is automatically shown.
Selecting the correct temperature Temperature display brightness The appliance is supplied with the brightness of the temperature display behind the door set as low as possible. However, if the door is opened, or a setting is changed or the alarm is sounding, the temperature display behind the door will appear much brighter for approx. 1 minute. ^ To exit the setting mode, press the freezer section On/Off button. If you do not do this, the electronics will revert to normal operation after 2 minutes.
Alarm Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system, to ensure that the temperature in the freezer section does not rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if a door is left open. Temperature alarm If the temperature in the freezer section gets too warm, an alarm will sound and the temperature display behind the door will flash. The temperature display on the outside of the appliance door will also flash alternately with §%.
SuperCool and SuperFreeze SuperCool Freezing fresh food The SuperCool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator to its lowest setting (depending on the room temperature), and is particularly recommended for rapid chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drink. Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible. This helps maintain the nutritional value, vitamin content, appearance and taste of the food.
SuperCool and SuperFreeze SuperFreeze Switching off SuperFreeze Before putting fresh food into the freezer section, switch the SuperFreeze function on. Depending on the amount of food placed in the freezer section, the SuperFreeze function will switch off automatically after approx. 30 to 60 hours. The SuperFreeze indicator light will go out, and the appliance will continue running at normal power. Exceptions: – when putting in food that is already frozen.
Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones Due to the natural circulation of the 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. Warmest area The warmest area is in the top section of the door. Use this for storing butter and cheese. Coldest area The coldest area in a refrigerator is directly above the crispers.
Using the refrigerator efficiently Storing food correctly Unpacked meats and vegetables Store food covered or packaged. This will prevent food smells or tastes from affecting other foods. It also will prevent food from drying out, and from cross-contamination of bacteria. The growth of bacteria, such as salmonella, can be avoided by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene. Different types of unpacked meats and vegetables must be kept separate.
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves Adjusting the bottle rack The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. The bottle rack can be removed easily, and replaced under one of the other shelves. ^ Half-way pull out the shelf, together with the glass-edge lighting, then raise it or lower it to remove. ^ Keeping the shelf horizontal, slide it into the required position. The raised edge should face downwards.
Freezing and storing food Maximum freezing capacity Freezing fresh 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 for freezing within a 24-hour period is listed on the data plate as “Freezing capacity ....kg/24 hrs”. Only freeze fresh food that is in good condition.
Freezing and storing food – Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before freezing. Cooked food can be lightly seasoned before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some spices alters when frozen. – Do not place hot foods or drinks in the freezer. This causes already frozen food to thaw, and increases the energy consumption considerably. Allow hot foods and drinks to cool down before placing them in the freezer. Packing ^ Freeze food in portions.
Freezing and storing food Freezing large items To freeze a large item such as a turkey or joint of meat, the glass cold plates between the freezer drawers can be removed. To do this: Use the markers to indicate the type of food being frozen, and turn the dials to the appropriate number to indicate the month the food was first placed in the freezer. ^ Remove the freezer drawers, and carefully slide out the glass cold plate you wish to remove.
Freezing and storing food Cooling drinks Cool pack To quickly cool drinks, it is recommended to use the SuperCool function in the refrigerator section. However, if you choose instead to place bottles in the freezer section for rapid cooling, make sure that they are not left in for more than one hour, as they could burst. (may vary by model) Freezer tray (may vary by model) The freezer tray is useful for freezing small items such as berries, herbs and vegetables.
Making ice cubes (may vary by model) 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 ON. ^ 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.
Making ice cubes (may vary by model) Switching OFF the ice cube maker 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. ^ Press the ON/OFF button on the ice cube maker, and the indicator light will now come on. If the ice cube maker is switched off, the ice cube drawer can be used as an extra drawer for freezing fresh food or storing frozen food.
Automatic defrosting Refrigerator section Freezer section During normal operation, condensate and frost can form on the back wall of the refigerator section. These are automatically removed by the appliance during automatic defrosting. The freezer is equipped with a "frost-free" system, which automatically defrosts the freezer section as needed, to prevent build-up. The condensate is drained away through a channel and drain hole, then fed into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance.
Cleaning and care Before cleaning Never use cleaning agents containing abrasive substances such as sand, soda (sodium carbonate), acids or chemical solvents. "Non-abrasive" cleaning agents are also unsuitable as they can cause matte areas to appear. Stainless steel surfaces can be treated using a proprietary conditioning agent for stainless steel (available from the Miele Spare Parts Department). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions (on the packaging).
Cleaning and care ^ After cleaning, wipe the interior and accessories with a damp cloth, then dry with a soft cloth. Leave the doors open to air the appliance for a short while. The ice cube tray will then rotate into an angled position, which makes it easier for cleaning: E-Cloth ^ A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from the Miele Spare Parts Department. The E-Cloth is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel, glass, plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals.
Cleaning and care Ventilation slits After cleaning ^ The ventilation slits should be cleaned regularly with a brush or vacuum cleaner. A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance. ^ Return all shelves and accessories to the refrigerator section. Door seals Do not use any grease or oil on the door seals, as they will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous over time.
Problem-solving guide Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict compliance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer will not be held responsible for damage or injury arising from unauthorized work. Some minor problems can be corrected without contacting the Miele Service Department. What to do if . . . . . .
Problem-solving guide If the appliance was not disconnnected from the electricity supply and the light-coloured lines do not disappear, contact the Miele Service Department. . . . the door display does not light up? . . .
Problem-solving guide . . . § appears in the door display. There is a fault. Call the Service Department. . . . "nA" appears in the temperature display, and < appears in the door display. The freezer section has become too warm at some point during the past few days, because of a power interruption. ^ Press the alarm off button while "nA" is lit up in the display. The temperature display will show the warmest temperature recorded in the freezer section during the power cut.
Problem-solving guide . . . the interior lighting or the door lighting is not working? ^ The refrigerator section door may have been left open for too long. The lighting automatically switches off after the door has been open for approx. 15 minutes. If the door to the refrigerator section has been open for less than 15 minutes, and the lighting does not work, then there is a fault. Call the Miele Service Department. Do not use force to open the glass-edge lighting. Danger of injury. . . .
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 that you cannot correct yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact: – your Miele Dealer or – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for address). When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is shown on the data plate. Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes.
Plumbing (may vary by model) The machine must be connected to the water supply by a licensed plumber in accordance with local and national regulations. The water being used should have the drinking water standards of the respective country where the machine is used. Connecting to the water supply ^ Disconnect the machine from the electrical supply. – All units and systems used to deliver the water to the appliance must conform with the requirements of the respective country.
Plumbing (may vary by model) ^ Open the valve for water supply and check entire water system for leaks. Before using the appliance for the first time, a licensed plumber should bleed air from the system. ^ Please use caution. ^ Slide the appliance into the desired position. After a maximum of 24 hours the first ice cubes will drop out of the ice cube maker and collect in the drawer.
Electrical information The appliance is delivered ready for connection to a 60 Hz, 115 V power supply. It is only suitable for plugging into a properly grounded socket that complies with regulations. The appliance must only be plugged into a wiring system that complies with the local Electrical Code. The fuse must be rated at least 10 A. Ideally, the socket should be next to the appliance and easily accessible. Do not connect the appliance to the power supply by an extension cord.
Installation information Do not place any items that produce heat on top of the appliance (such as a toaster or microwave). This will increase the amount of energy the appliance consumes. Climate range Room temperature SN +10 °C to +32 °C (50 F to 90 F) +16 °C to +32 °C (61 F to 90 F) +18 °C to +38 °C (64 F to 100 F) +18 °C to +43 °C (64 F to 109) N ST T This fridge/freezer should not be placed in a side-by-side formation with a second model.
Installation information Adjustments ^ Use the flat wrench provided to adjust the feet as needed, so that the appliance is even all around.
Changing the door hinging The appliance is supplied with a right-hand hinge. If left-hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. Check that the appliance has been disconnected from the electricity supply and unplugged. Danger of electric shock. To change the door hinging, you will need various sizes of Torx screwdrivers, a pair of flat-nosed pliers and a wrench. Removing the door handles: First, the side sections of the handles must be removed: ^ Pull door handle a towards you.
Changing the door hinging ^ Using a wrench, unscrew the hinge pins from hinge bracket b, and refit all hinge parts c in the hinge bracket on the opposite side. Removing the refrigerator section door: ^ Open the plug holder out towards you, and use it to pull the plug out. ^ Remove the bearing block cover on top of the appliance. To do this: Using a screwdriver, carefully pry the bearing block cover off from behind. ^ Open the door to the refrigerator section.
Changing the door hinging ^ Fit the spacer bushings at the back of the bearing block on the opposite side. ^ Remove the two screws from the top of the bearing block. ^ Screw the bearing block onto the opposite side. ^ Swing the door out to the side, then lift it up and off. Refitting the parts: ^ Unscrew bearing block e. ^ Pull the grey cover on the bearing block forwards (1) and push it into the other side of the bearing block (2). ^ Remove cover f.
Changing the door hinging Refitting parts in the upper appliance door: Exchange cover h in the middle of the appliance with hinge bracket i. To do this: ^ Unscrew cover h and hinge bracket i. ^ Pull bearing bushing k upwards out of the hinge bracket and then pull hinge pin j downwards and off. ^ Pull the bearing bushing approx. 2 cm out of the door (1). ^ Using a screwdriver, carefully remove the covers from both sides (2).
Changing the door hinging gap between it and the top of the door. Refitting the appliance doors: ^ Fit the stoppers into the top of the freezer section door. ^ Using flat-nosed pliers, carefully pull the insert out together with the entire cable loop. Do not pull on the cable to remove the insert - you could damage it! ^ Hang the lower door on hinge pin j and then close the appliance door. ^ Remove the stoppers and replace them on the opposite side.
Changing the door hinging ^ Secure the appliance door to the bearing block using both top screws. Push the bearing bushing up to the bearing block until the screws connect with the thread. ^ The cable should lie close to the guides in the bearing block. ^ Open the door to the refrigerator section. ^ Connect the cable plug in the appliance and fold the holder back to the side. ^ Place the cable behind the bearing block.
Changing the door hinging Mounting plate c must be positioned on the side of the door so that when the door is closed it is flush with the side of the appliance. If this is not the case ^ tighten the two grub screws a with the Allen key provided, until mounting plate c lines up correctly. ^ Push the cover back over the plugs and the bearing block. ^ Clip the bearing block cover back into position at the top of the appliance.
Installing the appliance The air intake and outlet must not be blocked or covered in any way. They also need to be dusted/cleaned on a regular basis. If the appliance is installed next to a wall c, a gap of approx. 50 mm (2") is needed on the hinge side between the wall and the appliance b, so that the appliance doors can be completely open, with space for the handle. The appliance can be installed in any kitchenette.
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