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Switching off the ice cube
maker

The ice cube maker can be switched
off independently of the freezer section
if you do not want the appliance to
make any ice cubes.

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Press the On/Off button on the ice
cube maker until the indicator light
goes out.

If the ice cube maker is switched off,
the ice cube drawer can be used as an
extra drawer for freezing fresh food and
storing frozen food.

Ice cube maker

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Summary of Contents for KFN 8700 SE ed

Page 1: ... free freezer with StayFresh zone and ice cube maker KFN 8700 SE ed 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 G M Nr 06 434 590 ...

Page 2: ... 15 Temperature displays 16 Temperature display brightness 16 Alarm 18 Temperature alarm 18 Door alarm 18 Switching on the alarm system 18 Switching the alarm off early 18 Super cool and Super freeze 19 Super cool 19 Freezing fresh food 19 Super freeze 20 Using the StayFresh zone efficiently 21 StayFresh zone compartments 21 Low humidity level 22 High humidity level 22 Food which should not be sto...

Page 3: ... the outer casing the interior and accessories 32 Cleaning the ice cube tray 33 Ventilation gaps 33 Door seals 33 Metal grille at the back of the appliance 34 Problem solving guide 35 Noises 38 After sales service 39 Mains water connection 40 Notes on connecting to the mains water supply 40 Connection to the water inlet 41 Electrical connection 42 Electrical connection U K 42 Installation 43 Locat...

Page 4: ...utton colder dStayFresh zone Super cool button and indicator light eSafety lock indicator light fFreezer section On Off button gFreezer section temperature display hFreezer section temperature selector buttons left hand button warmer right hand button colder iSuper freeze button and indicator light jAlarm off button Description of the appliance 4 ...

Page 5: ...e dry compartment pControl for setting the moisture level in the humidity controlled compartment qStayFresh zone humidity controlled compartment rIce cube drawer with automatic ice cube maker sFreezer drawers with freezer calendar tMarker system for frozen food Description of the appliance 5 ...

Page 6: ...al of your old appliance Please ensure that your old appliance is disposed of at an authorised disposal centre only Contact your local authority for advice if required Make sure that the pipework is not damaged whilst moving an old appliance This is to ensure that the refrigerant and oil in the compressor cannot leak into the environment It is important that they are disposed of in a safe manner b...

Page 7: ... contains the coolant Isobutane R600a a natural gas which is environmentally friendly Although it is flammable it does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the greenhouse effect The use of this environmentally friendly coolant has however led to a slight increase in the noise level of the appliance In addition to the noise of the compressor you might be able to hear the coolant flowing...

Page 8: ...f a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer Installation work maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by suitably qualified and competent persons to ensure safety Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and the manufacturer will not be held liable The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage due to a faulty con...

Page 9: ...d explode 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 Danger of injury and damage to the appliance Observe the use by dates given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning Storage times will depend on several factors including the freshness and quality of the food as we...

Page 10: ... to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surrounding in a clean condition at all times Any damage caused by cockroaches or vermin will not be covered by the appliance guarantee Disposal of old appliances Before disposing of an old appliance first make the door latch or lock unusable This way you will prevent children from accidentally...

Page 11: ...tor section 4 to 5 C StayFresh zone approx 0 C Freezer section 18 C Use Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness Store food in an organised way If food is not stored in an organised way searching for an item will mean the door is open for longer Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before pla...

Page 12: ...Press the StayFresh zone On Off button on the left hand side of the control panel The StayFresh zone temperature display lights up The StayFresh zone starts cooling The interior light will come on if the door is opened Freezer section Press the freezer section On Off button on the right hand side of the control panel Bars light up in the freezer section temperature display and the freezer section ...

Page 13: ...The safety lock indicator light X will light up when the safety lock has been activated Press the freezer section On Off button to come out of the setting mode The electronics will then switch over to normal operation after a couple of minutes Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time e g whilst on holiday switch the appliance off...

Page 14: ...ot use in ambient temperatures for which it is not designed in the StayFresh zone The temperature in the StayFresh zone is automatically held at approx 0 2 C Setting the temperature in the StayFresh zone The temperature in the StayFresh zone can be raised or lowered e g if you want to use it for storing items like fish You can adjust the temperature by pressing the temperature selector buttons You...

Page 15: ...nformation in the display by pressing the buttons When first pressed the last temperature selected flashes Each subsequent press of the button adjusts the temperature shown in 1 C steps Keeping the button pressed in adjusts the temperature continually Approx 5 seconds after letting go of the button the current temperature of the freezer section is automatically shown If you have adjusted the tempe...

Page 16: ...ing a large amount of food when fresh food is being frozen However if the temperature in the freezer section remains above 18 C for a long time check that the frozen food has not started to defrost If it has started thawing check that the food is safe to use and if it is use it as quickly as possible Temperature display brightness The appliance is supplied with the brightness of the temperature di...

Page 17: ... freeze button to save the setting Press the freezer section On Off button to come out of the setting mode The electronics will then switch over to normal operation after a couple of minutes The correct temperature 17 ...

Page 18: ...ge amounts of food at once if there has been a lengthy interruption to the power supply Door alarm If the door has been left open for more than approx 60 seconds the alarm will sound Switching on the alarm system The alarm system is always active It does not have to be switched on manually Switching the alarm off early Once the set temperature has been reached in the freezer section the alarm swit...

Page 19: ...e food and drinks are sufficiently chilled Press the Super cool button The Super cool indicator light will go out and the appliance will continue to operate at normal power Freezing fresh food Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible This way the nutritional value of the food its vitamin content appearance and taste are not impaired Food which takes a long time to freeze will lose more w...

Page 20: ...reeze indicator light will come on The appliance works at full power to lower the temperature in the freezer section Switching off Super freeze Depending on the amount of food placed in the freezer section the Super freeze function will switch off automatically after approx 30 to 65 hours The Super freeze indicator light will go out and the appliance will continue running at normal power To save e...

Page 21: ...tments in the StayFresh zone for all delicate and highly perishable food e g fish meat poultry sausage products ready meals dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream fresh dough cake mixtures pizza or quiche dough soft cheese and other dairy products pre packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it should be kept at a temperature of approx 4 C The two compartments have diffe...

Page 22: ...slide the control for the humidity controlled compartment over to the right This humidity level is suitable for storing fresh produce such as vegetables salad herbs and seasonal fruit Store these types of food uncovered in the compartment Food which should not be stored in the StayFresh zone Not all food is suitable for storing in the StayFresh zone These include Fruit and vegetables which are sen...

Page 23: ...uit and vegetables are Kiwis broccoli cauliflower Brussels sprouts mangos honeydew melons apples apricots cucumbers tomatoes pears nectarines and peaches Different types of unpacked meats and vegetables must be kept separate To avoid any microbiological cross contamination these foods may only be stored together if they are wrapped Protein rich foods Please note that foods rich in protein deterior...

Page 24: ...arefully under the rear half StayFresh zone compartments When loading and unloading items pull the compartment right out by taking hold of it at the back and lifting it up to remove it To put it back in pull the runners a right out and place the compartment on top of the runners The front of the runners must be right up against the front of the compartment b Push the compartment back in c Adjustin...

Page 25: ... and spoil if left for too long Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked 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 ...

Page 26: ... the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging Before placing food in the freezer compartment When freezing more than 2 kg of fresh food switch on the Super freeze function for some time before placing the food in the freezer section see Super freeze Placing food in the freezer compartment Food to be frozen can be placed anywhere in the freezer section Large quantities can be placed direc...

Page 27: ...rn the dials to the appropriate number to indicate the month the food was first placed in the freezer Defrosting 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 a refrigerator in a steam oven Poultry It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when defrosting poultry Do not use the liquid from defr...

Page 28: ...iner once frozen Place the bag or container in the freezer drawer Cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut Place the cool pack in the upper drawer directly on top of food or to save space on the freezer tray The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx 24 hours If there is a power cut p...

Page 29: ...he water pipes are thoroughly flushed through before use ice cubes from the first three ice cube making processes must not be consumed This applies not only to when the appliance is installed for the first time but also if the appliance has been out of use for a longer period e g whilst on holiday Making a large amount of ice cubes The amount of ice cubes which the appliance makes depends on the t...

Page 30: ...r section if you do not want the appliance to make any ice cubes Press the On Off button on the ice cube maker until the indicator light goes out If the ice cube maker is switched off the ice cube drawer can be used as an extra drawer for freezing fresh food and storing frozen food Ice cube maker 30 ...

Page 31: ...l and drain hole are kept clean and are never blocked so that condensate can flow away without hindrance Freezer section This freezer is equipped with a Frost free system The freezer section defrosts automatically The moisture generated by defrosting collects in the condenser and is automatically dissipated by the condenser from time to time This enables the freezer section to remain permanently i...

Page 32: ...e it in a cool place Take out any removable parts e g shelves for cleaning The stainless steel trim can be pulled off the front edge of the StayFresh zone shelves for cleaning Cleaning the outer casing the interior and accessories Use warm water with a little washing up liquid Wash all accessories by hand only Do not wash in a dishwasher Clean the appliance at least once a month Clean the condensa...

Page 33: ...ontinuing Then take the ice cube drawer out of the appliance and clean it Now clean the ice cube tray with hot water and a little washing up liquid or sterilising fluid Rinse thoroughly afterwards Press the On Off button on the ice cube maker The ice cube tray will return to its original position Then put the ice cube drawer back in the appliance and close it The ice cube maker will begin to produ...

Page 34: ... back in the StayFresh zone and close the appliance doors Insert the plug in the socket and switch the StayFresh zone and the freezer section back on Switch on the Super freeze function so that the freezer section can cool down quickly The indicator light will come on Once the temperature in the freezer section has reached the required temperature place the food back in the freezer drawers and pla...

Page 35: ...ning and closing the door is preventing the door from opening Wait a few minutes and then try again It should now open without force the temperature in the StayFresh zone or freezer section is too low Select a warmer temperature Super cool has not switched itself off Super cool only switches itself off after 6 hours Super freeze has not switched itself off Super freeze only switches itself off aft...

Page 36: ...perature recorded in the freezer section during the power cut Depending on the temperature displayed you should check the condition of food in the freezer If it has defrosted or started to defrost check that it is still safe to use and if so use it as quickly as possible Defrosted food may only be re frozen after it has been cooked The warmest temperature will show in the display for about 1 minut...

Page 37: ...s is applicable Press the sides of the lamp cover inwards 1 disengage the cover 2 and unclip it at the rear Replace the lamp Lamp specification 220 240 V max 25 W E 14 fitting Screw the new lamp into the connection Ensure it goes in correctly and make sure that seal c makes a tight fit Replace the cover by clipping it in at the rear and then pressing it in at the sides the floor of the StayFresh z...

Page 38: ...ise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the system is unavoidable Noises that you can easily rectify What causes them and what can you do about them Rattling vibrating The appliance is uneven Realign the appliance using a spirit level by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the appliance The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of furniture Move it away Drawers ba...

Page 39: ...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 given on the data plate inside the appliance Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to improve our service After sales service 39 ...

Page 40: ...s of a Miele 1 5 m WPS extension hose The extension hose is available from the Miele Spare Parts Department A stopcock must be provided between the stainless steel hose and the household water supply to ensure that the water supply can be cut off if necessary Before using the appliance for the first time the water inlet pipe should be purged of air by a qualified and competent person The stopcock ...

Page 41: ...e to the stopcock Ensure that it is screwed into position correctly Turn on the stopcock slowly and check the whole water system for leaks The appliance can then be connected to the electricity supply Push the appliance into its final position When doing so make sure that the stainless steel hose is not kinked or damaged After a maximum of 24 hours the first ice cubes will drop out of the ice cube...

Page 42: ...to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating The appliance must not be connected to an inverter and must not be used with a plug adapter as these can cause damage to the appliance s electronic unit Non rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be re fitted when changing the fuse and if the fu...

Page 43: ...range The climate range of this appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance Climate range Ambient room temperature SN N ST T SN ST SN T 10 C to 32 C 16 C to 32 C 18 C to 38 C 18 C to 43 C 10 C to 38 C 10 C to 43 C Operating in a room which is too cold will cause the cooling system to switch off for too long causing the internal temperature in the appliance to rise with the risk of f...

Page 44: ...oved Pull side section b out of the guides on the mounting plate Loosen the 4 screws Torx 15 in the mounting plate and remove the handle Remove the cover caps from the opposite side and fit them into the empty holes Changing over the doors Open the lower door Use a screwdriver to lever plinth a out then pull it forwards and out Use a screwdriver to remove cover b then close the door Remove screw c...

Page 45: ... around and screw in on the opposite side Pull bearing bush n downwards out of hinge bracket o and refit it from above into the hinge bracket Remove spacer p with a screwdriver and refit it on the opposite side Remove plugs q from the door bearing bushes in the doors and refit on the opposite side Hang the upper door on hinge pin j and then close the appliance door Push middle hinge pin f from bel...

Page 46: ...door with the appliance housing using the long slot in hinge plate f Then tighten screw c Refit plinth fascia d pushing it firmly into position With the lower door open secure cover e to the front of the plinth fascia Refitting the handles Loosely screw the handles to the opposite side of the doors The mounting plate must fit snugly to the door housing If it doesn t Tighten the two screws a with t...

Page 47: ... increase in electricity consumption The air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way They should be dusted on a regular basis When built into a kitchen run max depth 580 mm the appliance can be installed directly next to a kitchen furniture housing unit The appliance door b will protrude in front of furniture fronts at the sides by 34 mm and by 51 mm in the middle of the door Th...

Page 48: ...Alteration rights reserved 3404 KFN 8700 SE ed This paper consists of cellulose which has been bleached without the use of chlorine M Nr 06 434 590 00 en GB M Nr 06 434 590 00 ...

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