Miele KFNF9955IDE User manual

Operating and Installation Instructions

Fridge-freezer Combination

To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be-

fore installation or use.

en-US M.-Nr. 10 450 600

Contents

2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................ 5

Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 14

How to save energy............................................................................................. 15

Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 17

Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 20

Optional accessories............................................................................................. 20

All-purpose microfiber cloth.............................................................................20

Switching on and off ........................................................................................... 21

Before first use ...................................................................................................... 21

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................ 21

Operating the appliance........................................................................................ 21

Switching the appliance on ..............................................................................21

Switching the appliance off.............................................................................. 22

Turning off for longer periods of time - Vacation mode........................................ 22

The correct temperature..................................................................................... 23

. . . in the fridge section and in the PerfectFresh zone .......................................... 23

. . . in the freezer section ....................................................................................... 23

Temperature display .............................................................................................. 24

Setting the temperature for the refrigerator and freezer........................................ 24

Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone  ..................................... 25

Temperature range ...........................................................................................26

Using Automatic SuperCool and SuperFreeze ................................................. 27

SuperCool function ............................................................................................... 27

SuperFreeze function ............................................................................................ 28

Selecting additional settings.............................................................................. 29

Sabbath mode .................................................................................................... 29

Turning on Sabbath mode................................................................................ 30

Turning off Sabbath mode................................................................................ 30

Safety lock.......................................................................................................... 31

Activating and deactivating the safety lock...................................................... 31

Changing the brightness of the temperature display ......................................... 33

Changing the door seal heater setting ............................................................... 34

Temperature and door alarm.............................................................................. 36

Temperature alarm................................................................................................. 36

Door alarm............................................................................................................. 37

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Storing food in the refrigerator section............................................................. 38

Various cooling zones ........................................................................................... 38

Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator section ......................... 39

What to be aware of when shopping for food....................................................... 40

Storing food correctly............................................................................................ 40

Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone............................................................... 41

Regulating the humidity level in the compartments .............................................. 41

Using a compartment as a dry compartment ....................................................... 42

Using a compartment as a humid compartment .................................................. 42

Adjusting the interior fittings (refrigerator section) ......................................... 44

Adjusting the door shelf / bottle shelf ................................................................... 44

Moving the shelves................................................................................................ 44

Removing the glass plate above the PerfectFresh Pro zone................................. 44

PerfectFresh zone compartments ......................................................................... 45

Adjusting the interior fittings (freezer section) ................................................. 46

Freezer drawers ..................................................................................................... 46

Moving the dividing grille in the lower freezer drawer ...................................... 46

Removing the freezer drawer containers.......................................................... 47

Freezing and storing food................................................................................... 48

Maximum freezing capacity .................................................................................. 48

What happens when you freeze fresh food?......................................................... 48

Storing frozen food................................................................................................ 48

Home freezing ....................................................................................................... 49

Before placing food in the freezer ......................................................................... 50

Placing food in the freezer..................................................................................... 50

Defrosting.............................................................................................................. 50

Cooling drinks quickly ........................................................................................... 51

Making ice cubes ................................................................................................ 52

Turning on the ice cube maker .............................................................................. 52

Turning off the ice cube maker.............................................................................. 53

If the ice cube maker is going to be switched off for a long period of time .... 53

Changing the size of the ice cubes .................................................................... 53

Automatic defrosting .......................................................................................... 55

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 56

Cleaning agents..................................................................................................... 56

Preparing the appliance for cleaning..................................................................... 57

Interior and accessories ........................................................................................ 57

Cleaning the door seal .......................................................................................... 58

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Cleaning the ventilation grilles............................................................................... 58

Changing the air filter ....................................................................................... 58

After cleaning ........................................................................................................ 60

Frequently asked questions ............................................................................... 61

Causes of noises ................................................................................................. 72

Technical Service................................................................................................. 73

Plumbing .............................................................................................................. 74

Information on the fresh water connection ........................................................... 74

Connecting the water supply ................................................................................ 75

Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 78

Installation information....................................................................................... 80

Installation and appliance dimensions.............................................................. 83

Installation dimensions.......................................................................................... 83

Appliance dimensions ........................................................................................... 84

Opening angle of the appliance doors ............................................................. 85

Limiting the opening angle of the doors................................................................ 87

Repositioning electrical cabling and the pipework for the fresh water supply...... 88

Electrical connection ........................................................................................88

Plumbing .......................................................................................................... 89

Dimensions and weight of cabinet doors.............................................................. 90

Flush installation............................................................................................... 90

Frameless installation ....................................................................................... 91

Building in the appliance .................................................................................... 92

Before installing the appliance .............................................................................. 92

Load-bearing capacity of the niche floor ......................................................... 93

Checking the installation space ....................................................................... 93

Preparing the niche ............................................................................................... 93

Fitting the anti-tip device.................................................................................. 93

Fitting the anti-tip device in a building-in niche deeper than 24" (610 mm) ....95

Pushing the appliance into the niche .................................................................... 96

Aligning the appliance ........................................................................................... 97

Aligning the freezer drawer fronts.......................................................................... 97

Securing the appliance in the niche ...................................................................... 98

Remove the fixing bracket..................................................................................... 98

Securing the cabinet fronts to the freezer drawers ............................................. 100

Securing the cabinet door to the refrigerator door.............................................. 100

Fitting the air filter and ventilation grille............................................................... 103

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

5

This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements.

Please note that inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and

damage to property.

To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance,

please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first

time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and

maintenance.

Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instruc-

tions.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users

are familiar with the contents. Pass them on to any future owner.

 Danger of injury!

This appliance is very heavy and can tip forwards when the doors

are open.

Keep the appliance doors shut until the appliance has been built in

and secured in its housing in accordance with these operating and

installation instructions.

Use

 This appliance is intended for use in the home and in similar envi-

ronments, for example

– in shops, offices and similar work settings

– on agricultural estates

– by the guests in hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts and other typical

home settings.

This appliance is not intended for outdoor use.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and

storing food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food, freez-

ing fresh food and for making ice.

Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be

dangerous.

 This appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool

medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such ma-

terials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such purposes

can cause deterioration of the items stored. The appliance is not

suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion.

Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or in-

correct use of the appliance.

 People who lack physical, sensory or metal abilities, or experience

with the appliance should not use it without supervision

or have been instructed how to use it in a safe way and recognize

and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.

Children

 To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or

near the appliance.

 The door hinges can cause injury. Keep children well away at all

times.

 Ensure that any packing material is disposed of safely and kept

out of the reach of children. Danger of suffocation!

Technical safety

 The refrigerant system is tested for leaks. This appliance complies

with statutory safety requirements.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 This appliance contains the refrigerant Isobutane (R600a), a natu-

ral gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is combustible,

it does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the green-

house effect.

The use of this refrigerant has, however, led to a slight increase in

the noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the com-

pressor, you might be able to hear the refrigerant flowing around the

system. This is unavoidable, and does not have any adverse effect

on the performance of the appliance.

Care must be taken during the transportation and setting up of the

appliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking

refrigerant can cause severe irritation to the eyes.

In the event of any damage:

– avoid open flames and anything that creates a spark,

– disconnect the appliance from the electrical power supply,

– ventilate the room where the appliance is located for several min-

utes, and

– contact Miele Technical Service.

 The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it

should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in

a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up.

For every 11g of coolant at least 1m

3

of room space is required. The

amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside

the appliance.

 To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the

connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data

plate corresponds to the household supply.

Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult

a qualified electrician if in any doubt.

 The electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed

when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety re-

quirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installa-

tion tested by a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured

if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.

 If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Miele au-

thorized technician in order to protect the user from harm.

 Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply with a power

bar or extension cord. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee

the required safety of the appliance.

 Do not use the appliance in areas where there may be moisture or

splashing water (e.g., garages, laundry rooms, etc.). Moisture can

reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

 This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile in-

stallations (e.g. on a ship).

 Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check

the appliance for visible signs of damage.

 For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has

been built in.

 The appliance must be disconnected from the electrical supply

during installation, maintenance and repair work, and installation

work on the water connection. The appliance is only completely iso-

lated from the electrical supply when:

– the circuit breaker has been tripped, or

– the power cord has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not on

the cord when removing it from the outlet.

 Installation, repair and maintenance work should be performed by

a Miele authorized service technician in accordance with national

and local safety codes and the provided installation instructions.

Contact Miele’s Technical Service Department for examination, re-

pair or adjustment.

 The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is

not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 Defective components should only be replaced by Miele original

parts. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the

safety of the appliance.

 Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty con-

nection to the fresh water supply.

 The ice cube maker is not intended to be used with a hot water

supply line.

 Danger of injury! Never tamper with the movable components on

the ice cube maker or the element on the ice cube maker.

Proper use

 The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range

(ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range.

The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate in-

side the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient

temperature, e.g. a garage, will lead to the appliance switching off

for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required tempera-

ture.

 WARNING! Danger of overheating! Do not cover or block the air

vents. This can impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the

power consumption and cause damage to the appliance.

 If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance,

make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic compo-

nents as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.

 Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products

containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Electrical components could

cause flammable vapors to ignite.

Danger of fire and explosion.

 Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice cream

maker) inside the appliance.

Danger of sparking and explosion.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 Do not store cans or bottles containing carbonated drinks or liq-

uids which could freeze in the freezer. The cans or bottles could ex-

plode.

Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.

 When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are

not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst, caus-

ing injury or damage.

 Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the appliance with

wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food or to the metal.

Danger of frost burn!

 Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place

ice cubes or popsicles in your mouth straight from the freezer sec-

tion. The very low temperature of the frozen ice or popsicles can

cause frost burn to the lips and tongue. Danger of injury.

 Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume de-

frosted food as soon as possible, as it will lose its nutritional value

and spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be refrozen af-

ter it has been cooked.

 When eating stored food, there is a danger of food poisoning.

Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness

and quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it is

stored. Observe the manufacturer's "use-by" dates and storage in-

structions.

 Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from

other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Cleaning and care

 Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals.

They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.

 Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.

The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short

circuit.

 Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-

ing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or

pointed objects to

– remove frost or ice,

– separate frozen foods or remove ice trays.

 Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost

it. These can damage the plastic parts.

 Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain

substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might

cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Californian statement No. 65

 This product contains chemicals which are known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.

Transport

 To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and

in its packaging.

 Danger of injury and damage. The appliance is very heavy and

must be transported by two people.

Disposal of your old appliance

 Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latches

or locks unusable.

This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking them-

selves in and endangering their lives.

 Children could become trapped in the appliance and could suffo-

cate.

– Remove the appliance doors.

– Remove the drawers.

– Leave the shelves in the appliance so children cannot climb in-

side.

 Danger of electric shock!

– Cut the plug off the power cord.

– Cut the power cord off the old appliance.

Dispose of them separately from the appliance.

 Ensure that the appliance is not stored in the vicinity of gasoline or

inflammable gases and liquids during and after disposal.

 Make sure that the coolant pipework is not damaged during dis-

posal to avoid uncontrolled leakage of oil and coolant (see data plate

for coolant type).

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 Splashes of coolant can cause damage to the eyes. Be careful not

to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal, e.g. by

– puncturing the coolant channels in the evaporator,

– kinking any pipework,

– scratching the surface coating.

Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)

This information is only relevant for recycling. In normal operation there is no risk.

 The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it pene-

trates the airways.

Caring for the environment

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Disposal of packaging material

The packaging is designed to protect

the appliance from damage during

transportation. The packaging materials

used are selected from materials which

are environmentally friendly for disposal

and should be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings,

bags, etc. are disposed of safely and

kept out of the reach of children. Return

the packaging to your dealer.

Disposal of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances

contain valuable materials. They also

contain certain substances, compounds

and components which were essential

for the proper functioning and safe use

of the equipment. Handling these mate-

rials improperly by disposing of them in

your household waste can be harmful to

your health and the environment. There-

fore, please do not dispose of your old

appliance with regular household waste

and follow local regulations on proper

disposal.

Consult with local authorities, dealers or

Miele in order to dispose of and recycle

electrical and electronic appliances.

Miele assumes no responsibility for

deleting any personal data left on the

appliance being disposed.

Take care not to damage the pipework

at the back of your appliance before or

during transportation to an authorized,

environmentally friendly collection de-

pot.

This way, coolant in the pipework and

oil in the compressor will be contained,

and will not leak into the environment.

Please ensure that your old appliance

does not pose a danger to children

while being stored prior to disposal.

See "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUC-

TIONS" for more information.

How to save energy

15

Normal

energy consumption

Increased

energy consumption

Installation /

Maintenance

In a well-ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly venti-

lated room.

Protected from direct sun-

light.

In direct sunlight.

Away from heat sources (ra-

diator, range/oven).

Near a heat source (radiator,

oven).

Where the ideal room tem-

perature is approx. 68°F

(20°C).

Where the ambient room

temperature is above 77°F

(25°C).

Air vents uncovered and

dusted regularly.

Where the ventilation open-

ings are blocked and full of

dust.

Temperature

setting

39°F to 41°F (4°C to 5°C) in

the refrigerator section

The lower the temperature in

the appliance, the higher the

energy consumption.

PerfectFresh zone 32°F

(0°C)

0°F (-18°C) in the freezer

section

How to save energy

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Normal

energy consumption

Increased

energy consumption

Use The drawers and shelves are

in the original arrangement.

Only open the door when

necessary and for as short a

time as possible. Store food

in an organized way.

Frequent opening of the

door for long periods will

cause a loss of coldness.

The appliance will cool down

and the compressor will run

for longer periods.

Take an insulated cool bag

when shopping and load

food in the appliance as

soon as possible.

Replace any food removed

as quickly as possible, be-

fore it begins to thaw.

Allow hot food and drinks to

cool down before placing

them in the appliance.

Hot food or food at room

temperature raises the tem-

perature inside the appli-

ance. The appliance will cool

down and the compressor

will run for longer periods.

Store food covered or

wrapped.

The evaporation or conden-

sation of liquids will cause a

loss of coldness.

Place frozen food in the re-

frigerator to defrost.

Do not overfill the appliance

in order to allow the air to

circulate.

Poor air circulation will

cause a loss of coldness.

Guide to the appliance

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Control panel

a

For turning off the door or tempera-

ture alarm in the freezer section

b

For turning the SuperCool function

on and off

c

For turning the refrigerator section on

and off

d

Sensor for setting the temperature in

the refrigerator section

(Up for colder; Down for warmer)

e

Check/fault indicators

– Power failure 

– Air filter needs cleaning 

– SuperCool is turned on

– The safety lock has been acti-

vated

f

Display with temperature indicators

(top for the refrigerator section; bot-

tom for the freezer section) and sym-

bols (only visible when Settings

mode MENU is active (see "Selecting

additional settings")

g

Check/fault indicators

– Temperature alarm in the freezer

section 

– Ice cube maker is turned on

– The SuperFreeze function is turned

on

h

Sensor for selecting the temperature

in the freezer section

(Up for colder; Down for warmer)

i

For turning the refrigerator section on

and off

j

For turning the SuperFreeze function

on and off

k

For turning the ice cube maker on

and off

Guide to the appliance

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Guide to the appliance

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This drawing is for illustration purposes only.

a

Control panel

b

Fan (DynaCool)

c

Egg tray / Door shelf

d

Shelf

e

Refrigerator section interior lighting

f

Bottle shelf

g

PerfectFresh zone with adjustable slide controls and Info system

h

Freezer section interior lighting

i

Automatic icemaker behind drawer

j

Freezer drawers

k

Ventilation grille with air filter located behind it and water connection

Guide to the appliance

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Accessories supplied

Egg tray

Air filter

The air filter behind the ventilation grille

protects the cooling system from dust.

Ice cube scoop

The ice cube scoop can be used for

conveniently removing the ice cubes

from the ice cube container.

Door opening angle limiter

The limiting pins supplied can be used

to limit the opening angle of the appli-

ance doors. This is advisable if for ex-

ample the appliance doors collide with

an adjacent wall.

Optional accessories

A range of useful Miele accessories and

care products are available for your ap-

pliance.

Stainless steel maintenance

The stainless steel cleaning cloth is

impregnated with stainless steel condi-

tioner for optimum cleaning and protec-

tion.

Each application of the Miele stainless

steel conditioner (supplied in a bottle)

forms a water and dirt repellent protec-

tive coating. It gently removes water

marks, fingerprints and other dirt for a

uniformly shiny surface.

All-purpose microfiber cloth

The microfiber cloth helps remove fin-

gerprints and light soiling on surfaces

made of stainless steel, appliance cov-

ers, windows, furniture, car windows,

etc.

Accessories are available to order via

the Miele Webstore, from Miele di-

rectly (see back cover for contact de-

tails) or from your Miele dealer.

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