Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge-freezer with PerfectFresh zone and DynamicCooling KFN 9758 iD-3 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en - AU M.-Nr.
Contents Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Miele{home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . .
Contents Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 The dry compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 The humidity-controlled compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Adjusting the interior fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Moving the shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Climate range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guide to the appliance a On/Off button for switching the refrigerator section / PerfectFresh zone on and off separately.
Guide to the appliance a DynamicCooling fan b Adjustable shelves c PerfectFresh zone, dry compartment d Control for setting the moisture level in the humidity controlled compartment e PerfectFresh zone, humidity controlled compartment f Butter and cheese compartment/ Egg tray g Interior lighting h Universal container i Bottle divider* j Bottle shelf k Condensate channel and drain hole l Freezer drawers with freezer calendar * Depending on model 6
Miele{home Optional accessories The Miele|home system offers you the possibility to call up information about your fridge-freezer combination: if the temperature alarm goes off, if there is a power cut or another fault message appears, the status of the appliance is sent directly to the Miele|home system. To be able to utilise this possibility, you will need a Miele|home master appliance (e.g. the Miele|home InfoControl unit), and your appliance must be fitted with the communication module (XKM 2000 KF-1).
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material Disposing of your old appliance The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if handled or disposed of incorrectly, could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. They are, however, essential for the correct functioning of your appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions Correct application This appliance complies with all relevant legal safety requirements. Improper use of the appliance can, however, present a risk of both personal injury and material damage. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before installation and before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on the installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Keep children away from the appliance at all times and supervise them whilst you are using it. Do not allow children to play with the appliance, for example to climb inside the drawers or to swing on the door. Technical safety ~ Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. ~ This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Safe operation of the appliance is only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions. ~ Installation work, maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by suitably qualified and competent persons in accordance with national and local safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and the manufacturer will not be held liable.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Do not store explosive materials in the appliance or any products containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Thermostats switching on may produce sparks which could present a fire hazard. Flammable compounds could explode. ~ Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g. an electric ice-cream maker) inside the appliance. Danger of sparking and explosion. ~ If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof, make sure it is tightly closed and stored upright. Danger of explosion.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ The appliance is designed for use 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. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature, e.g. a garage, can lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature.
How to save energy Normal energy consumption Installation Increased energy consumption In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not situated near a heat source (radiator, oven). Situated near a heat source (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20 °C. Where there is a high ambient room temperature. Do not cover the cross-section of the air inlet and outlet and keep free of dust.
Switching on and off Before using for the first time To ensure the correct functioning of the appliance, let it stand for between ½ and 1 hour after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains. Switching the appliance on The refrigerator section/PerfectFresh zone and freezer section can be switched on at the same time with the main sensor on the right-hand side. This is also possible via the On/Off button on the left-hand side.
Switching on and off The refrigerator section is switched off. If this does not happen, then the safety lock has been activated. To switch the refrigerator section/PerfectFresh zone off separately Safety lock You can secure the appliance against unwanted switching off with the safety lock. Activating or deactivating the safety lock The refrigerator section/PerfectFresh zone can be switched off whilst the freezer section remains on. This is useful e.g. whilst on holiday.
Switching on and off Switching off for longer periods of time ^ Press the master switch on the right-hand side of the control panel to come out of the setting mode. If you do not do this, the electronics will switch over to normal operation automatically after a couple of minutes. If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time, e.g.
The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance. Micro-organisms will cause food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly. Temperature influences the growth rate of these micro-organisms. Reducing the temperature reduces their growth rate. DynamicCooling The temperature in the appliance will rise: . . .
The correct temperature Setting the temperature in the refrigerator section / freezer section Use the two buttons underneath the respective temperature displays to set the temperature for the refrigerator and freezer sections. Press the display, as it will take this long for the display to give an accurate reading. If, after this time, the temperature is still too high or too low, you will need to adjust it again.
The correct temperature Temperature display ^ Press one of the temperature selector buttons repeatedly until a = appears in the display. Then press the SuperFreeze button again. = lights up in the display. ^ You can now adjust the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone by pressing the temperature selector buttons. You can choose from settings 1 to 9: 1: lowest temperature, 9: highest temperature. = 5 is the default setting for the PerfectFresh zone.
The correct temperature Temperature display brightness The appliance is supplied with the brightness of the temperature display set as low as possible. However, if the door is opened, a setting changed or if the alarm is sounding, the temperature display will appear much brighter for approx. 1 minute. The level of brightness can be adjusted: ^ Press the master switch on the right hand side of the control panel to come out of the setting mode.
Alarm Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the freezer section cannot rise unnoticed. An alarm will sound and at the same time the temperature display for the freezer section will flash if the temperature becomes too warm. The temperature the appliance is set at determines the temperature the appliance recognises as being too warm.
SuperCool and SuperFreeze SuperCool SuperFreeze The SuperCool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperature in the refrigerator section to its lowest setting (depending on the room temperature). Switch the SuperFreeze function on before putting fresh food into the freezer. Switching on SuperCool SuperCool is particularly recommended for the faster chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drink. This helps food to freeze quickly and retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours and appearance.
SuperCool and SuperFreeze Switching off SuperFreeze 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. To save energy, the SuperFreeze function can be switched off once a constant temperature of -18 °C or colder has been reached in the freezer section. ^ Press the SuperFreeze button.
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 the different zones when placing food in the appliance. This appliance has DynamicCooling, which helps to keep an even temperature when the fan is running. When DynamicCooling is switched on, the difference between the various zones is less pronounced.
Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which should not be stored in a refrigerator Not all food is suitable for refrigeration at temperatures below 5 °C. Cucumbers, for example, become glassy, eggplants bitter and potatoes sweet. Tomatoes and oranges lose their aroma, and the peel on citrus fruits hardens.
Using the PerfectFresh zone Food is stored in the PerfectFresh zone at lower temperature than in the conventional refrigerator section. The humidity in the PerfectFresh zone can be regulated to provide the correct conditions for food stored inside it. The closer the storage humidity is to the moisture content of the food, the crisper and fresher the food remains over a longer period, as the water content of the food is largely retained.
Using the PerfectFresh zone Always keep these foods covered or wrapped. Exception: Meat (The surface of the meat dries out slightly, helping to prevent the growth of bacteria, which results in the meat lasting longer. To prevent the risk of bacterial cross-contamination and meat deteriorating, do not let one type of meat come into direct contact with another type.) The humidity-controlled compartment The humidity-controlled compartment has a regulator which is used to adjust the relative humidity.
Using the PerfectFresh zone Examples of fruit and vegetables which produce a large amount of this natural gas are: Apples, apricots, pears, nectarines, peaches, plums, avocados, figs, blueberries, melons and beans. Examples of fruit and vegetables which react strongly to the natural gases given off by other types of fruit and vegetables are: Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, mangos, honeydew melons, apples, apricots, cucumbers, tomatoes, pears, nectarines and peaches.
Using the PerfectFresh zone If you are not satisfied with the results of your stored food (e.g. food loses firmness and wilts shortly after placing in the appliance), keep in mind the following instructions: ^ Only place fresh food in the appliance as the initial condition of the food is crucial to maintaining freshness. ^ Clean the PerfectFresh zone before storing food in it. ^ Dry the surface of very moist food before placing it in the PerfectFresh zone.
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves To move the split shelf: The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food: ^ Take both halves of the split glass shelf out, ^ 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. The raised edge at the back must face upwards to prevent food from touching the back of the appliance and freezing to it.
Adjusting the interior fittings PerfectFresh zone compartments The compartments in the PerfectFresh zone are on telescopic rails, and can be removed for filling, emptying or cleaning purposes: To replace the compartment, ^ place it back on the fully extended runners. ^ Push the compartment back into the appliance until it clicks into position. Adjusting the condiment tray/bottle shelf Remove the bottle shelf from the door first to make it easier to take out the compartments and the dividing plate.
Adjusting the interior fittings Universal container Moving the bottle divider (depending on model) (depending on model) The universal container can be used both to store and serve food. The bottle divider can be moved to the left or right to ensure that bottles are held securely in position when the door is opened and shut. The bottle divider can be removed completely (e.g. for cleaning): ^ To do this, push up the front edge of the bottle divider, and disengage it.
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 for freezing within a 24-hour period is given on the data plate: "Freezing capacity ....kg/24 hrs".
Freezing and storing food Home freezing Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition. Hints on home freezing – The following types of food are suitable for freezing: Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish, vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy products, pastry, leftovers, egg yolks, egg whites and a range of pre-cooked meals. – The following types of food are not suitable for freezing: Grapes, lettuce, radishes, sour cream, mayonnaise, eggs in their shells, onions, whole raw apples and pears.
Freezing and storing food ^ Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging. Before placing food in the freezer ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of fresh food, switch on the SuperFreeze function for some time before placing the food in the freezer (see "SuperFreeze"). This also helps to prevent food that is already in the freezer from starting to defrost. Placing food in the freezer Food to be frozen can be placed anywhere in the freezer.
Freezing and storing food Defrosting Ice cubes Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways: – in a microwave oven, – in an oven using the "Fan" or "Defrost" setting, – at room temperature, – in the refrigerator (the cold given off by the frozen food helps to keep the other food cold), – in a steam oven. ^ Fill the ice tray three quarters full with water and place it on the bottom of one of the freezer drawers.
Freezing and storing food Freezer tray Cool pack The freezer tray is useful for freezing small items such as berries, herbs and vegetables. They can be frozen individually and therefore maintain their shape when defrosted. The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut. ^ Space the food out loosely on the tray. Place the cool pack in the top drawer of the freezer section, directly on top of the food.
Defrosting Refrigerator section and PerfectFresh zone Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section and the PerfectFresh zone whilst in use. You do not need to remove this, as it will defrost and evaporate automatically with the warmth generated by the appliance. The condensate is drained away via a channel and drain hole into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance.
Cleaning and care In order to take care of the stainless steel surfaces on the appliance, use the Original Miele Care product for stainless steel (available from Miele or at www.miele.com.au). This product contains substances that are gentle to stainless steel surfaces and, unlike stainless steel cleaners, it does not contain polishing agents. Soiling is gently removed and each time the Original Miele Care product for stainless steel is used, it forms a protective film against dirt and water.
Cleaning and care Before cleaning ^ Switch off the appliance. ^ Disconnect the appliance from the mains. Switch off at the wall and withdraw the plug from the socket, or disconnect the mains fuse or remove the screw-out fuse in countries where this is applicable. ^ Reconnect the stainless steel panel to the butter and cheese compartment in the reverse order after cleaning. Cleaning the interior and accessories ^ Take any food out of the appliance and store it in a cool place.
Cleaning and care ^ Clean the condensate channel and drain hole frequently, so that condensate can drain away unhindered. Use a straw or similar to clear the drain if necessary. Remove the PerfectFresh zone compartments. ^ The compartments in the PerfectFresh zone are on telescopic rails. These rails should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. When cleaning the appliance, be careful not to wash the special lubricant out of the telescopic rails.
Problem solving guide . . ? Repair work to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Ensure that current is not supplied to the appliance until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out.
Problem solving guide . . ? . . . the compressor is switching on too frequently and for too long. ^ Check whether the ventilation gaps in the plinth at the bottom and in the housing unit at the top have been covered over or become too dusty. ^ The doors have been opened too frequently, or a large amount of fresh food has been put in at once for freezing. ^ Check that the doors close properly. . . . the compressor runs continuously.
Problem solving guide . . ? . . . the SuperFreeze indicator light is not illuminated even though the appliance is running. The indicator light doesn't work. Call Miele. . . . you cannot switch the appliance off. The safety lock has been activated. . . . "nA" appears in the freezer section temperature display. The temperature has risen too high at some point during the last couple of days because of a power cut. ^ Touch the alarm off sensor whilst "nA" is lit up in the display.
Problem solving guide . . ? . . . the floor of the refrigerator section is wet. The condensate drain hole is blocked. ^ Clean the condensate channel and drain hole. If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions, please contact Miele. To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature, it is advisable not to open the door while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.
Noises Normal noises What causes them Brrrrr ... Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can 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. Click ... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the motor on and off. Sssrrrrr ... On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just hear the movement of the fan inside the appliance. Crack ...
After Sales In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, or if the appliance is under warranty, please contact: – your Miele Chartered Agent or – Miele. You will find the address and telephone number of Miele on the back cover of the manual. When contacting your Chartered Agent or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance.
Electrical connection Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an AC single phase 220-240 V 50 Hz supply. The voltage and frequency are given on the data plate. Please ensure that these match the household mains supply.
Installation To avoid a hazard due to instability of the appliance, it must be installed in accordance with these instructions. Location The appliance should be installed in a dry, well ventilated room. The room temperature should not go above or below the climate range for which the appliance is designed. The higher the ambient temperature of the room, the more energy the appliance requires to operate.
Installation Before installation ^ Before installation, remove the cover strip, sealing strip and other accessories from the appliance and from the external rear wall of the appliance. ^ On no account should the spacers be removed from the back of the appliance. These ensure the gap required between the back of the appliance and the wall is maintained. ^ Check that all parts at the back of the appliance are unhindered. Carefully remove any hindrance.
Building-in dimensions KFN 9758 iD-3 52 Freezer section height Niche height A B 695 1772 - 1788
Adjusting the door hinges The door hinges are set ex-works to enable the door to be opened wide. However, if the opening angle of the door needs to be limited for any reason, the hinge can be adjusted to accommodate this. For example, if the appliance door hits an adjacent wall when opened, the opening angle can be limited to 90°. ^ Place the locking pins supplied for limiting the door opening into the hinges from above. The door opening angle is now limited to 90°.
Changing the door hinging Before building the appliance in, you will need to decide on which side the door is to be hinged. If left hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. To change the door hinging you will need the following tools: ^ Unscrew fixing screws e completely, and loosely screw them in at the top, middle and bottom on the opposite side of the appliance.
Changing the door hinging ^ Undo ball joint d using a spanner and remove it. ^ Replace caps a in the vacant holes on the opposite side. ^ Stand the appliance doors up one by one, and slacken the hinges at the front (the hinges remain open). To secure the soft-close mechanism ^ Place the two doors with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. ^ Screw ball joint d of soft-close mechanism c into the new fixing holes. ^ Push tension spring a inwards again.
Changing the door hinging ^ Hang the doors onto the pre-fitted screws, and push the doors inwards. ^ Tighten the screws at the top, middle and bottom securely. ^ Replace covers a, b and c. ^ Then replace caps d in the vacant holes. ^ Replace the locking pins into the top of the hinges to prevent the doors opening too far.
Building in the appliance Building into a peninsular run All fitting instructions given are for a right hand hinged appliance. If you have converted the appliance to left hand hinging you will need to adapt these instructions accordingly. When built into a peninsular run, the rear of the building-in niche must be fitted with a kitchen furniture panel.
Building in the appliance Preparing the appliance ^ Push the appliance two-thirds of the way into its niche. When doing this, make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped. With 16 mm thick unit walls: ^ Slide cover strip a into the holder as shown, with the bumps facing downwards. The bumps will fit into keyhole slots b. ^ Position the mains electricity cable so that the appliance can be connected easily once installed. ^ Clip spacers e onto the top hinges and spacers f onto the bottom hinges.
Building in the appliance ^ Open both appliance doors. ^ Fit cover k onto fixing bracket l. ^ Secure fixing bracket l to the bottom of the appliance with screws m (M5 x 15). ^ Using a screwdriver, remove cover g from the top corner of the appliance. ^ Fit cover h onto fixing bracket i. ^ Secure fixing bracket i to the top of the appliance with screws j (M5 x 15). ^ Carefully remove the protective foil from sealing strip n.
Building in the appliance Building in the appliance On furniture with door fittings (e.g. stubs, seals etc) the dimension of these must be taken into account when making sure there is a gap all round of 42 mm. ^ Pull the appliance forwards by the dimension of the door fitting to keep the gap at 42 mm all round. The hinges and the covers will now protrude by the dimension of the door fitting. Tip: Remove the door fittings.
Building in the appliance Securing the appliance in the niche ^ Press the appliance against the housing unit on the hinge side. ^ To fix the appliance to the housing unit at the top and bottom, screw the long 4 x 20 mm chip board screws a into the hinges at the top and bottom. ^ Loosen screws b on the top and bottom fixing brackets c. ^ Press fixing bracket c against the side wall and tighten screws b. ^ Attach fixing bracket c to the housing unit side wall with screws d.
Building in the appliance ^ Break off the protruding end of bottom cover e. It is no longer required. ^ Fit angled cover g onto bottom fixing bracket c. ^ Close the appliance doors. Fitting the furniture doors ^ Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door. ^ Hang fixing bracket d with the fitting aids onto the inside of the furniture door. Align the fixing bracket centrally.
Building in the appliance Securing the appliance doors to the furniture doors: ^ Hang the furniture door onto adjusting bolts h. ^ Loosely attach nuts c on the adjusting bolts. ^ Close the door and check the distance between the door and neighbouring furniture doors. ^ Align to match neigbouring doors if necessary: Side adjustments X are made by sliding the furniture door, and height adjustments Y by turning adjusting bolts h with a screwdriver. ^ Tighten nuts c.
Building in the appliance ^ Replace top cover i, and snap it into place. ^ Close both of the doors, and align them with the neighbouring furniture doors. ^ Whilst counterholding adjusting bolts g with a screwdriver, tighten nuts a on the appliance doors with ring spanner f. ^ Cover strip h must be completely hidden in the niche, and must not protrude. ^ Tighten all screws again. 64 ^ Replace side covers j, making sure they snap into place. ^ Replace side covers k, making sure they snap into place.
Building in the appliance To make sure the appliance is correctly fitted: – The doors must close properly. – The doors must not touch the housing unit. – The seals at the top edge of the handle side must fit properly. ^ To double check place a torch in the appliance and close the doors. Turn the lights out in the room. If you can see any light shining out from the sides double check the installation.
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