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Ice or condensation has
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The door seal has come out of its groove.

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Check that the door seal is correctly seated in the
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The door seal is damaged.

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Check whether the door seal is damaged.

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Summary of Contents for KFN 28132 D edt/cs

Page 1: ...nstallation instructions Fridge freezer 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 GB IE M Nr 10 676 511 ...

Page 2: ...ze and Dynamic cooling 25 Super freeze function 25 DynaCool function 26 Temperature and door alarm 27 Freezer section with temperature alarm 27 Refrigerator section with door alarm 27 Switching the alarm off early 27 Selecting further settings 28 Settings mode 28 Storing food in the refrigerator section 30 Different storage zones 30 Food which is not suitable for storage in the refrigerator sectio...

Page 3: ... 44 Stainless steel appliances 44 Cleaning the ventilation gaps 44 Clean the compressor and metal grille at the back of the appliance 45 Cleaning the door seals 45 After cleaning 45 Replacing the charcoal filters 46 Problem solving guide 47 Noises 53 After sales service 54 Contact in case of malfunction 54 Warranty 54 Electrical connection 55 Installation 56 Side by side combinations 56 Location 5...

Page 4: ... in similar environments for example in shops offices and similar work settings by the guests in hotels motels bed breakfasts and other typical home settings This refrigeration appliance is not intended for outdoor use This appliance is intended for domestic use only for cooling and storing food and drink as well as for storing deep frozen food freezing fresh food and for making ice Any other usag...

Page 5: ...e appliance unless they are constantly supervised Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance unsupervised Please supervise children in the vicinity of the appliance and do not let them play w...

Page 6: ...e in the noise level of the appliance In addition to the noise of the compressor you might be able to hear the coolant 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 coolant can damage the eyes I...

Page 7: ...is standard safety requirement is met If in any doubt please have the electrical installation tested by a qualified electrician Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from danger Do not...

Page 8: ...de 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 will lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required temperature Do not cover or block the air vents as this could impair the efficiency of the appliance increase the electricity c...

Page 9: ...our mouth straight from the freezer The very low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost burn to the lips and tongue Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food Consume defrosted food as soon as possible as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if left for too long Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked Observe the manufacturer s use by dates an...

Page 10: ... sharp edged or pointed objects to remove frost and ice separate frozen foods or remove ice trays Do not 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 Transporting ...

Page 11: ...lives Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal e g by puncturing the coolant channels in the condenser bending any pipework or 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 ...

Page 12: ...th and to the environment if disposed of with your domestic waste or if handled incorrectly Please do not therefore dispose of your old appliance with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre for electrical and electronic appliances or contact your dealer or Miele for advice You are also responsible by law depending on country for deleting...

Page 13: ... Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx 20 C Where the ambient room temperature is above 25 C Ventilation gaps uncovered and dusted regularly Ventilation gaps covered or dusty Compressor and metal grille heat exchanger at the back of the appliance dusted at least once a year Dust build up on the compressor and metal grille heat exchanger Temperature setting Refrigerator section 4 to 5 ...

Page 14: ...ag when shopping and load food in the appliance as soon as possible Replace any food removed as quickly as possible before 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 temperature inside the appliance The appliance will cool down and the compressor will run for longer periods Store food covered or pack...

Page 15: ...ynaCool button automatic temperature distribution Main On Off switch for the whole appliance Controls freezer section d Temperature selector button e Super freeze button Alarm off button Display f Menu symbol Settings mode for switching the safety lock on off g Alarm symbol h Super freeze symbol i Lock symbol j Temperature display k DynaCool symbol ...

Page 16: ... d Fan e Adjustable shelf f Bottle shelf with bottle holder g Condensate channel and drain hole h Fruit and vegetable drawer full width i Recessed handle j Frost Free module k Freezer drawers number depends on model For easier installation there are transport handles on the back at the top and transport wheels underneath the appliance ...

Page 17: ... range of useful Miele accessories and care products are available for your appliance Accessories are available to order via the Miele Webshop from Miele directly see back cover for contact details or from your Miele dealer Bottle rack Bottles can be stored horizontally using the bottle rack to save space The bottle rack can be placed at different positions in the appliance ...

Page 18: ...t the back of the shelf and can be moved as necessary KKF RF Active AirClean replacement filters Replacement filters to the fit the Active AirClean holder are available We recommend replacing the charcoal filters every 6 months Multi purpose microfibre cloth The microfibre cloth is suitable for removing fingerprints and light soiling from surfaces such as stainless steel glass plastic and chrome w...

Page 19: ...out 4 hours before placing food in the appliance Do not place food in the freezer until it has reached the required coldness at least 18 C The freezer section and the refrigerator section can be switched on at the same time using the right hand main On Off button The compresser can take up to 8 minutes to switch on due to a built in switch delay This delay is designed to increase the lifespan of t...

Page 20: ...out having to switch off the freezer section This is useful e g whilst on holiday If the temperature for the refrigerator is visible in the display you can switch the refrigerator section off To switch off the refrigerator section press the left hand On Off button until the display goes out The interior lighting and the temperature display for the refrigerator section will go out The refrigerator ...

Page 21: ... there is a danger of mould building up inside the appliance It is essential to clean the appliance If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time e g whilst on holiday switch the appliance off disconnect it from the mains clean the appliance and leave the door s ajar to air the appliance and avoid odours building up inside the appliance ...

Page 22: ...e appliance The appliance is designed for use within specific ambient temperatures climate range Do not use in ambient temperatures for which it is not designed in the refrigerator section We recommend a temperature of 4 C in the refrigerator section in the freezer section To freeze fresh food and to store frozen food for a long time a temperature of 18 C is required At this temperature the growth...

Page 23: ...f the temperature is not within the normal temperature display range If the temperature in the appliance has risen by several degrees indicating that the appliance is warming up too much At the same time an alarm will sound This short term loss of coldness is no cause for concern in the following circumstances If the appliance doors were left open or for longer than usual e g when a large amount o...

Page 24: ...change until the highest setting is reached It will then drop back to the lowest setting After a short while the newly selected temperature is set and will appear in the temperature display The refrigerator section temperature set will now light up The temperature set for the freezer section will now flash until the temperature has been reached The temperature in the appliance will now adjust slow...

Page 25: ...maximum amount of food the Super freeze function should be switched on 24 hours beforehand The compresser can take up to 8 minutes to switch on due to a built in switch delay This delay is designed to increase the lifespan of the compressor Press the Super freeze button briefly The Super freeze symbol lights up The appliance will work at full power to lower the temperature in the freezer section S...

Page 26: ...liance to all areas more evenly so that all the food will be chilled to about the same degree The temperature is set as normal with the temperature control DynaCool should also be selected when the ambient temperature in the room is high above approx 30 C and when humidity levels are high e g in the summer The DynaCool functiuon can be switched on if the temperature in the refrigerator section is ...

Page 27: ...ing large amounts of food at once when freezing fresh food which is still warm in the event of a power cut if the appliance has a fault The alarm will stop and the alarm symbol will go out when the temperature reaches the correct level again The temperature display will light up again constantly If the temperature in the freezer remains above 18 C for a long time check that the frozen food has not...

Page 28: ... section Press the Super freeze button briefly to access the lock function will appear in the display Press the Super freeze button briefly to activate the lock The lock symbol lights up Press the Main On Off button for the freezer section to exit Settings mode The temperature will appear in the display To deactivate the lock Press the Super freeze button for approx 5 seconds The lock symbol and t...

Page 29: ...ill switch itself off automatically after approx 120 h Ensure that the doors are properly closed as visual and audible alarms are switched off Switching Sabbath mode on Press the Super freeze button for approx 5 seconds The menu symbol lights up and flashes in the display Settings mode is now activated Press the SuperFreeze button briefly to access the Sabbath mode function will appear in the disp...

Page 30: ...y together in the refrigerator Do not cover the fan in the rear wall of the refrigerator as this is essential for keeping the appliance cool Food must not touch the back of the refrigerator section as it may freeze to the back wall This appliance has Dynamic cooling which helps to keep an even temperature when the fan is running making the difference between the various zones less pronounced Warme...

Page 31: ...passion fruit citrus fruits such as lemons oranges mandarins grapefruit Fruit which is not yet ripe Aubergines eggplant cucumbers potatoes peppers capsicum tomatoes courgettes zucchini Some hard cheeses e g Parmesan When shopping for food The freshness of food when first placed in the appliance is the most important factor in determining how long it stays fresh and how long it can be kept in the a...

Page 32: ...y important for storing protein based food such as meat or fish The growth of bacteria such as salmonella can be avoided by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene Fruit and vegetables Fruit and vegetables can be stored loose in the fruit and vegetable drawer s Protein rich food Please note that food rich in protein deteriorates faster than other types of food She...

Page 33: ... shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food Raise the shelf upwards slightly at the front and then pull it out The raised edge on the protective strip at the back must face upwards to prevent food from touching the back of the appliance and freezing to it Replace it on the level you want Adjusting or removing the bottle holder The bottle holder can be moved left or right to create...

Page 34: ...vent the bottle rack from being dislodged by mistake Moving the charcoal filters Charcoal filters and a KKF FF Active AirClean holder are available as optional accessories see Accessories optional accessories When you are storing very strong smelling food e g very ripe cheese Place the holder with the charcoal filters on the shelf where this food is kept Change the filters sooner if necessary Use ...

Page 35: ... the rest collects around the food If food is frozen quickly the cells have less time to lose moisture so they shrink less As there is not so much moisture loss it is easier for the food to reabsorb it during the defrosting process and very little water collects around the defrosted food Storing frozen food When buying frozen food to store in your freezer check that the packaging is not damaged th...

Page 36: ...e chops steaks cutlets etc with a sheet of plastic freezer film This prevents them from freezing together in a block Do not salt or season raw food or blanched vegetables before freezing Cooked food should only be lightly salted and seasoned Some herbs intensify the taste of food when frozen Placing hot foods or drinks in the freezer causes food that is already frozen to partially thaw and increas...

Page 37: ...nts of food Place the food in the upper freezer drawers Place the food flat in the bottom of the freezer drawers so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as possible Freezing the maximum amount see data plate Ensure ventilation slots at the back of the freezer section are always free from obstruction If the ventilation slots are blocked the cooling performance will decrease and energy con...

Page 38: ... be defrosted in different ways in a microwave oven in an oven using Fan heat or the Defrost setting at room temperature in the refrigerator section the cold given off by the frozen food helps to keep the other food cold in a steam oven Flat pieces of partially thawed fish can be placed directly into a hot frying pan Meat and poultry It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when ...

Page 39: ...f the freezer drawers Once frozen use a blunt instrument for example a spoon handle to remove the ice tray from the freezer if it is stuck Tip Ice cubes can be removed easily from the tray by twisting the tray gently or by holding it under cold running water for a short time Adjusting the interior fittings Removing the drawers from the freezer section The drawers can be removed for filling emptyin...

Page 40: ...rain hole then fed into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance Condensate must be able to drain away unhindered at all times Keep the condensate channel and drain hole clean to enable this Freezer section The appliance is equipped with a Frost free system The freezer defrosts automatically The moisture generated in the appliance collects on the condenser and is automatically defrosted ...

Page 41: ...ng agents used inside the appliance must be food safe To avoid damaging all the surfaces of your appliance do not use cleaning agents containing soda ammonia acids or chlorides cleaning agents containing descaling agents abrasive cleaning agents e g powder cleaners and cream cleaners solvent based cleaning agents stainless steel cleaning agents dishwasher cleaner oven sprays glass cleaning agents ...

Page 42: ...nd store it in a cool place Remove the shelves and bottle shelf from the door Take out the freezer drawers Take out all other removable parts for cleaning Dismantling an adjustable shelf Place the shelf on a worktop covered with a soft material e g a tea towel Before cleaning the shelf remove the plastic trim and protective strip at the back of the shelf as follows 1 First pull the plastic trim of...

Page 43: ...ies should all be hand washed The following parts are suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher The maximum temperature of the dishwashing programme selected must not exceed 55 C Contact with natural dyes e g from carrots tomatoes and ketchup may discolour the plastic parts in the dishwasher This discolouration does not affect the stability of the parts the bottle holder egg tray ice cube tray dependi...

Page 44: ...applied with a soft sponge They can also be cleaned with a damp microfibre cloth without using any cleaning agent After cleaning wipe with clean water and dry with a soft cloth Stainless steel appliances The appliance front has a high quality special finish CleanSteel which is resistant to soiling and is very easy to clean Do not use stainless steel cleaning agent on CleanSteel surfaces It will da...

Page 45: ...s can cause a build up of ice Do not damage door seals and ensure that they do not come out of their groove Do not use any grease or oil on door seals as these will cause them to deteriorate and become porous over time Door seals should be cleaned regularly with clean water and then wiped dry with a soft cloth After cleaning Replace all shelves and accessories in the appliance Reconnect to the mai...

Page 46: ...arcoal filter holder is dishwasher proof Pull the charcoal filter holder upwards to remove it from the shelf When in position the charcoal filters must not touch the back wall of the appliance as the moisture could cause them to stick to the back wall Insert the new charcoal filters into the holder so that they do not protrude over the edge of the holder Remove both charcoal filters and place the ...

Page 47: ...plug is not inserted in the socket correctly Insert the plug into the socket correctly and switch on Check whether the mains fuse has tripped There could be a fault with the appliance the household electrical wiring or another electrical appliance Contact a qualified electrician or Miele The compressor is switching on more frequently and for longer periods of time The temperature in the appliance ...

Page 48: ...ch off the Super freeze function earlier to save energy The compressor comes on less and less often and for shorter periods of time The temperature in the appliance rises This is not a fault The set temperature is too high Adjust the temperature Check the temperature again after 24 hours The food begins to defrost The room temperature is lower than the ambient temperature for which the appliance i...

Page 49: ...Cause and remedy Ice or condensation has built up inside the appliance The door seal has come out of its groove Check that the door seal is correctly seated in the groove The door seal is damaged Check whether the door seal is damaged ...

Page 50: ... the alarm symbol will go out when the temperature reaches the correct level again Depending on the temperature displayed you should check whether food in the freezer has started to thaw or has defrosted If it has it should be used as soon as possible Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked F0 to F9 appears in the display There is a fault Call the Miele Service Department The...

Page 51: ...ng Sabbath mode on off To avoid overheating the lighting switches itself off automatically after approx 15 minutes if the door is left open If this is not the case then there is a fault Danger of electric shock There are live electrical components under the lighting cover The LED lighting may only be repaired or replaced by a Miele authorised service technician Danger of injury from LED lighting L...

Page 52: ...sing the door is preventing the door from opening Wait approx 1 minute and then try again It should now open without force Food has frozen together The food packaging was not dry when placed in the freezer Use a blunt instrument e g a spoon handle or plastic scraper to prise it apart carefully The external walls of the appliance feel warm This is not a fault The warmth created by the evaporator is...

Page 53: ...ials expand inside the appliance Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the system is unavoidable Noises Cause and remedy Rattling vibrating The appliance is uneven Realign the appliance using a spirit level Do so by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance or place something underneath it The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of ...

Page 54: ...applied to service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in this booklet Please quote the model and serial number of your appliance when contacting Miele This information can be found on the data plate The data plate can be found inside the appliance Warranty The appliance warranty is valid for 2 years from date of purchase In the UK you must activate your cover by calling...

Page 55: ...cording to EN 60335 The plug and mains connection cable must not come into contact with the back of the appliance as vibrations can cause damage to these components This in turn could result in a short circuit Do not plug in other appliances behind this appliance Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety o...

Page 56: ... well ventilated room When deciding where to install your refrigeration appliance please bear in mind that it will use more energy if installed near to a heater a cooker or other appliance that gives off heat Direct sunlight should also be avoided The higher the room temperature the longer the compressor runs and the higher the energy consumption is When installing the appliance please note The so...

Page 57: ...ff Ventilation Air at the back of the appliance gets warm To ensure efficient ventilation the ventilation gaps must not be covered or blocked in any way They should be dusted on a regular basis Fitting wall spacers supplied The wall spacers supplied must be used in order to achieve declared energy consumption values and to prevent the build up of condensation at high ambient temperatures Appliance...

Page 58: ... and transport wheels underneath the appliance Prepare the appliance for installation as close as possible to its intended installation location Release the mains cable from the back of the appliance Remove the cable clip from the back of the appliance Move the appliance carefully to its intended installation location Position the appliance with the wall spacers if used or the back close to the wa...

Page 59: ... gaps given are not observed the compressor will run more frequently and for longer periods This will result in increased energy consumption and a higher operating temperature for the compressor This may in turn cause damage to the compressor It is essential to observe the ventilation gaps given Top box Refrigeration appliance Housing unit Wall The appliance depth is increased by approx 35 mm for ...

Page 60: ...e can be fitted with a suitable top box When installed next to a wall a distance of at least 40 mm must be maintained on the hinge side between the wall and the appliance The larger the ventilation gap the more economically the compressor will work A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm depth must be provided at the back of the appliance behind the whole width of the top box for air to circulate The ...

Page 61: ... ws 1 051 750 1 861 1 850 KFN 28132 D edt cs 1 051 750 1 861 1 850 KFN 28133 D ws 1 051 750 1 861 1 850 KFN 28133 D edt cs 1 051 750 1 861 1 850 KFN 29132 D ws 1 201 750 2 011 2 000 KFN 29132 D edt cs 1 201 750 2 011 2 000 KFN 29133 D ws 1 201 750 2 011 2 000 KFN 29133 D edt cs 1 201 750 2 011 2 000 KFN 29142 D ws 1 201 750 2 011 2 000 KFN 29142 D edt cs 1 201 750 2 011 2 000 ...

Page 62: ...door will not close properly and cooling performance will be reduced Condensate will build up in the interior and this can cause a build up of ice Do not damage the door seals and ensure that they do not come out of their groove Preparing to change the door hinging To change the door hinging you will need the following tools The following tool is supplied Place a suitable cover on the floor in fro...

Page 63: ...ge plate Lift the upper door off and place it carefully to one side Open the lower door Caution The appliance door is not secure once the screws in the hinge plate have been removed The door must be held by a second person Undo the screws and remove the hinge plate Then pull it out of the bearing bush in the lower door Remove plastic disc Lift lower door off and place it carefully to one side Care...

Page 64: ...door onto the hinge pin Close the appliance door Fit hinge plate turned through 180 into the bearing bush in the lower door Important Make sure the plastic disc is fitted back on the hinge pin Then screw the hinge plate on securely with screws Place the upper door onto the hinge pin from above Fit hinge plate turned through 180 into the bearing bush in the upper door Then screw the hinge plate on ...

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