Operating and installation instructionsFrost free fridge/freezerTo avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance,it is essential to read thes

~The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room itshould be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is ina small roo

~This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobileinstallations (e.g. on a ship).~A damaged appliance is dangerous. Check the appliance for

Correct use~The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range(ambient temperature range), and should not be used outside thisrange.The

~When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles arenot left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst,causing injury and da

The following applies to stainless steel appliances:~Do not place sticky notes, adhesive tape, masking tape or anyother adhesive agent on the treated

Transporting the appliance~To avoid damaging the appliance, it must be transported uprightin its packaging.~The appliance is very heavy and therefore

Normal energyconsumptionIncreased energyconsumptionInstallation/MaintenanceIn a ventilated room. In an enclosed,unventilated room.Protected from direc

Normal energyconsumptionIncreased energyconsumptionUse Do not change thearrangement of the drawersand shelves as whendelivered.Only open the door when

Before using for the first timePacking materials^Remove all packing materials frominside the appliance.Protective foilThe stainless steel strips insid

Switching the appliance off^Press the master switch on theright-hand side of the control paneluntil both temperature displays goout.The interior light

Guide to the appliance ...4Caring for the environment...6Warning and

It is very important to set the correcttemperature for storing food in theappliance. Micro-organisms will causefood which is not stored at the correct

The newly selected temperature will beadopted automatically after a shortwhile.The indicator for the temperature whichhas been set for the refrigerato

This loss of coldness is no cause forconcern in the following circumstances:–when the door has been left open fora while, e.g. for removing or storing

Your appliance has been fitted with awarning system which ensures that thetemperature in the freezer sectioncannot rise unnoticed and to avoidenergy b

SuperFreezeSwitch the SuperFreeze function onbefore putting fresh food into thefreezer.This helps food to freeze quickly andretain its nutrients, vita

DynamicCooling mWhen the DynamicCooling function isnot switched on, the natural circulationof air in the appliance will causedifferent temperature zon

Different storage zonesDue to the natural circulation of the airin the appliance, there are differenttemperature zones in the refrigerator.Cold, heavy

Do not store explosive materials inthe appliance or any productscontaining propellants (e.g. spraycans).Danger of explosion!Do not store cooking oil i

When shopping for foodThe freshness of food when first placedin the appliance is an important factorin determining how long it stays fresh,and how lon

Moving the shelvesThe shelves can be adjusted accordingto the height of the food:^Raise the shelf, and pull it forwardsslightly until the notch at the

Home freezing ...31Hints on home freezing...31Packing ...

Maximum freezing capacityTo ensure that fresh food placed in thefreezer freezes through to the core asquickly as possible, the maximumfreezing capacit

Home freezingOnly freeze fresh food which is in agood condition.Hints on home freezing–The following types of food aresuitable for freezing:Fresh meat

Before placing food in the freezer^When freezing more than 2 kg offresh food, switch on theSuperFreeze function for some timebefore placing the food i

DefrostingFrozen food can be defrosted indifferent ways:–in a microwave oven,–in an oven using the "Fan" or"Defrost" setting,–at r

Refrigerator sectionThe refrigerator defrosts automatically.Condensate and frost can build up onthe back wall of the refrigerator sectionwhilst it is

Do not let water get into theelectronic unit, the lighting or theventilation gaps.Do not let water get into thedrainage channel and drain holewhen cle

The temperature of the dishwasherprogramme must not exceed 55 °C.Plastic components may discolour inthe dishwasher if they come intocontact with natur

Ventilation gaps^The ventilation gaps should becleaned regularly with a brush orvacuum cleaner. A build-up of dustwill increase the energy consumption

Repairs to electrical appliancesshould only be carried out by asuitably qualified and competentperson in strict accordance withcurrent local and natio

. . . the door to the freezer sectionwill not open because it has beenopened and closed too many times insuccession.This is not a fault. The suction c

a On button for the whole applianceandOn/Off button for independentlyswitching therefrigerator section on and offb DynamicCooling button andindicator

Normal noises What causes themBrrrrr ... Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise canget louder for brief periods when the motor is sw

In the event of a fault which you cannotcorrect yourself, please contact:–MieleThe contact details for Miele aregiven on the back cover of theseoperat

All electrical work should be carried outby a suitably qualified and competentperson in strict accordance with currentlocal and national safety regula

Do not operate any appliance whichgives off heat on top of therefrigerator, e.g. toaster, microwaveoven. Risk of fire!This appliance must not be insta

Climate rangeThe appliance is designed for usewithin certain climate ranges (ambienttemperatures), and should not be usedoutside this range. The clima

Installation^Remove the cable clip from the backof the appliance.^Check that all parts at the back of theappliance are unhindered. Carefullyremove any

Appliance dimensionsABCKFN 12823 SD-1/-2KFN 12823 SD edt/cs-11817 600 mm 630 mm*KFN 12923 SD-1/-2KFN 12923 SD edt/cs-1/-2KFN 12924 SD -1KFN 12924 SD e

The appliance is supplied withright-hand door hinging. If left-handdoor hinging is required, the hingingmust be changed.To change the door hinging, yo

Removing the appliance doorsRemove any food from the doorshelves.^Close the upper door.^ Remove cover a by sliding itforwards from the back and thenli

^Close the lower appliance door.Caution! The lower appliance dooris not secure once the hinge platehas been removed.^ Pull the middle hinge pin i upwa

a DynamicCooling fanb Butter and cheese compartmentc Interior lightingd Adjustable shelvese Egg trayf Door shelfg Bottle rackh Condensate channel andd

Changing over the door^Pull hinge pin a with disc b and footc upwards to remove them.^ Remove cap d.^ Undo screws e and take hinge platef off.^ Slight

^Fit hinge pin i into middle hingeplate k in the lower door. The pinsits in the gap in the hinge plate.^Then fit the upper door on middlehinge pin i.^

Refitting the handlesPlease make sure you follow theinstructions below carefully whenyou refit the handles. The door sealswill be damaged if the handl

The appliance doors can beretrospectively aligned to the housing.In the following illustration the door isnot shown in the closed position tomake it e

* The depth of appliances with wallspacers is increased by approx. 35mm.a Top boxb Appliancec Housing unitd WallThe appliance can be installed in akit

55

M.-Nr. 09 435 090 / 01en - AU, NZKFN 12823 SD-1/-2, KFN 12823 SD edt/cs-1KFN 12923 SD-1/-2, KFN 12923 SD edt/cs-1/-2KFN 12924 SD-1, KFN 12924 SD edt/c

Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly for disposaland

This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safetyrequirements. Improper use of the appliance can, however,present a risk of both per

~This appliance is not suitable for storing and refrigeratingmedications, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similarsubstances or products. Inco

~Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselvesin packing material or pull it over their heads with the risk ofsuffocation. Keep child