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Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge-freezer
with PerfectFresh zone
and ice cube maker
KFN 14947 SDE ed/cs
en - GB
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.
M.-Nr. 09 021 000
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- Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge-freezer with PerfectFresh zone and ice cube maker KFN 14947 SDE ed/cs en - GB 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.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Guide to the appliance ..........3 Caring for the environment . - Page 3 Contents Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone ....... . 27 Storage temperature .
- Page 4 Contents Problem solving guide ..........48 Noises .
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Page 5: Guide To The Appliance
Guide to the appliance a On sensor for the whole appliance f Sensor for switching between the and On/Off sensor for switching the refrigerator and the freezer sections refrigerator and freezer sections on (top = "Refrigerator" symbol; and off separately bottom = "Freezer"... - Page 6 Guide to the appliance a Interior lighting b Dynamic cooling fan c Adjustable shelves d PerfectFresh zone compartments e Control for setting the humidity in the PerfectFresh zone compartments f Butter and cheese compartment g Egg tray/Condiment tray h Active charcoal filter holder i Bottle divider j Bottle shelf k Condensate channel and...
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Page 7: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for human health and to the environment. -
Page 8: Warning And Safety Instructions
Any other usage is not supported by This appliance complies with all the manufacturer and could be relevant legal safety requirements. dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable Improper use can, however, present for damage resulting from incorrect or a risk of both personal injury and improper use or operation of the material damage. -
Page 9: Technical Safety
Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety creates a spark, - disconnect from the mains, Before setting up the appliance, - air the room in which the appliance is check it for any externally visible located for several minutes and damage. Do not install and use a - contact the Service Department for damaged appliance. - Page 10 Faulty components must only be national and local safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified replaced by genuine Miele original persons could be dangerous. The spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
- Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions In countries where there are areas Do not operate any electrical which may be subject to infestation by equipment (e.g. an electric ice-cream cockroaches or other vermin, pay maker) inside the appliance. Danger of particular attention to keeping the sparking and explosion.
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Page 12: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance
Warning and Safety instructions Do not use defrosting sprays or Stainless steel appliances de-icers, as they might contain Do not use sticky notes, transparent substances which could damage the adhesive tape, masking tape or other plastic parts or which could cause a types of adhesive on the surface of the build-up of gases and pose a danger to door. -
Page 13: How To Save Energy
How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not near to a heat source (radiator, Near to a heat source (radiator, oven). -
Page 14: Before Using For The First Time
^ On stainless steel appliances also treat the side panels with the Miele stainless steel conditioning agent ^ Touch the On/Off sensor until the supplied as soon as you have temperature display lights up. -
Page 15: Switching Off
Before using for the first time Cool pack To enable the temperature to get Place the cool pack in the top freezer sufficiently cold inside the drawer. The cool pack will be at its appliance, allow the appliance to most effective after it has been in the run for a few hours before placing freezer for approx. -
Page 16: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time
Before using for the first time 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: ^ Select the section of the appliance ^ switch the appliance off, which you wish to switch off. -
Page 17: Settings Mode
Before using for the first time Settings mode The door alarm is automatically Certain settings on the appliance can disabled when the appliance is in only be selected in the settings mode. the settings mode. As soon as the How to select the settings mode and door is closed, the door alarm is how to change the settings is activated again. -
Page 18: Activating Or Deactivating The Safety Lock
Before using for the first time ^ By touching the X sensor, you can The old setting lights up, and your newly selected setting flashes. now select whether the safety lock is switched on or off: ^ Touch the On/Off sensor to confirm u 0: The safety lock is deactivated the new setting. -
Page 19: The Correct Temperature
The correct temperature Dynamic cooling It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the The dynamic cooling fan automatically appliance. Micro-organisms will cause switches on when the cooling system food which is not stored at the correct for the refrigerator switches on. -
Page 20: Setting The Temperature
The correct temperature Setting the temperature – Leaving a finger on the sensor: changes the temperature The temperatures in the refrigerator continuously. section/PrefectFresh zone and freezer When the highest or lowest section are set independently of one temperature in the range is reached, another. -
Page 21: Temperature Display
The correct temperature Temperature display ^ You can now adjust the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone by touching During normal operation the the X sensor. You can choose from temperature display on the control settings 1 to 9: panel shows the temperature in the §... -
Page 22: Changing The Temperature Display Brightness
The correct temperature ^ Touch the On/Off sensor. Changing the temperature display brightness You have now left the settings mode. The temperature display brightness can be adjusted to suit the lighting conditions of the room. ^ Touch and leave your finger on the X sensor. -
Page 23: Alarm
Alarm Switching the temperature Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the alarm off early temperature in the appliance cannot If the noise disturbs you, you can rise unnoticed and to avoid energy switch the alarm off early if you wish. being wasted if a door is left open. -
Page 24: Door Alarm
Alarm Door alarm The alarm will sound if a door is left open for more than approx. 2 minutes. The alarm off sensor will light up red and the symbol for the section which has the opened door will flash. The alarm will stop and the indicators will go out as soon as the door is closed. -
Page 25: Super Cool And Super Freeze
Super cool and Super freeze Super cool Switching off Super cool The Super cool function can be used to The Super cool function will switch itself rapidly reduce the temperature in the off automatically after approx. 6 hours. refrigerator to its lowest setting The appliance will then continue to (depending on the room temperature). -
Page 26: Super Freeze
Super cool and Super freeze Super freeze power to lower the temperature in the freezer section. Switch the Super freeze function on before putting fresh food into the Switching off Super freeze freezer section. Depending on the amount of food This helps food to freeze quickly and placed in the freezer section, the Super retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours... -
Page 27: Storing Food In The Refrigerator
Storing food in the refrigerator Different storage zones – pre-packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it Due to the natural circulation of the air should be kept at a temperature of in the appliance, there are different approx. -
Page 28: Food Which Is Not Suitable For Storing In The Refrigerator
Storing food in the refrigerator Food which is not suitable for Storing food correctly storing in the refrigerator Food should generally be stored covered or packaged in the refrigerator Not all food is suitable for storing in a (there are some exceptions to this rule refrigerator at temperatures below 5 °C, in the PerfectFresh zone - see below). -
Page 29: Storing Food In The Perfectfresh Zone
Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone Food is stored at a lower temperature in longer period, as the water content of the PerfectFresh zone than in the the food is largely retained. refrigerator section. The humidity in the PerfectFresh zone compartments can Storing food in the also be regulated to suit the food being PerfectFresh zone... - Page 30 Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone , = low humidity. Can all types of food be stored The regulator opens the vents to the together? compartment to allow the moisture to Do not place all types of food together escape. in one compartment.
- Page 31 Storing food in the PerfectFresh zone The following tips may help if you find that food you have stored does not keep well (e.g. food becomes limp or wilts after only being stored for a short time): ^ Only use the appliance for storing fresh food. The condition of the food when it is first placed in the appliance is an important factor in determining how long it stays fresh.
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Page 32: Adjusting The Interior Fittings
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves To move the split shelf: ^ Take both halves of the split glass The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. shelf out, ^ Raise the shelf, and pull it forwards slightly until the notch at the side is in line with the shelf support. -
Page 33: Adjusting The Condiment Tray/Bottle Shelf
Adjusting the interior fittings PerfectFresh zone Adjusting the condiment compartments tray/bottle shelf ^ Lift the tray/shelf up and out of the The compartments in the PerfectFresh zone are on telescopic rails, and can stainless steel frame to remove. be removed for filling, emptying or ^ Push up the stainless steel frame, cleaning purposes. -
Page 34: Universal Container
Adjusting the interior fittings Universal container Moving the bottle divider The universal container can be used The bottle divider can be moved to the both to store and serve food. left or right to ensure that bottles are held securely in position when the door is opened and shut. -
Page 35: Freezing And Storing Food
Freezing and storing food Maximum freezing capacity Storing frozen food To ensure that fresh food placed in the When buying frozen food to store in freezer freezes through to the core as your freezer section, check quickly as possible, the maximum –... -
Page 36: Home Freezing
Freezing and storing food Home freezing lightly before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some Only freeze fresh food which is in a spices alters when frozen. good condition. – Do not place hot foods or drinks in Hints on home freezing the freezer. -
Page 37: Before Placing Food In The Freezer Section
Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the freezer When freezing, make sure that food section already frozen does not come into ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of contact with fresh food being frozen fresh food, switch on the Super as this could cause the frozen food freeze function for some time before to begin to defrost. -
Page 38: Defrosting
Freezing and storing food Defrosting Cooling drinks Frozen food can be defrosted in To cool drinks quickly, place them in different ways: the refrigerator section, and switch on the Super cool function. If bottles are, – in a microwave oven, however, placed in the freezer section –... -
Page 39: Making Ice Cubes
Making ice cubes For the automatic ice cube maker to To ensure that the water pipes are operate it must be connected to the thoroughly flushed through before mains water supply. use, ice cubes from the first three ice cube making processes must not be consumed. -
Page 40: Setting The Water Intake Time For The Ice Cube Maker
Making ice cubes Switching off the ice cube Setting the water intake time maker for the ice cube maker The ice cube maker can be switched The size of the ice cubes produced off independently of the freezer section depends on the water pressure present if you do not want the appliance to and the water intake time which has make any ice cubes. - Page 41 Making ice cubes ^ The length of the water intake time for the ice cube maker can now be adjusted by touching the X sensor: E 1: Shortest water intake time, E 8: Longest water intake time, E – : Return to menu. The old setting lights up, and your newly selected setting flashes.
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Page 42: Defrosting
Defrosting Refrigerator section and Freezer section PerfectFresh zone This appliance is equipped with a "Frost free" system. The freezer section Condensate and frost can build up on defrosts automatically. the back wall of the refrigerator section and the PerfectFresh zone whilst in use. The moisture generated in the You do not need to remove this, as it appliance collects on the condenser... -
Page 43: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care A range of Miele branded cleaning Unlike stainless steel cleaning and conditioning products is agents, the conditioning agent does available to order from Miele or not contain any abrasive substances www.miele-shop.com. and will gently remove soiling. Each... -
Page 44: Cleaning The Interior And Accessories
Cleaning and care Cleaning the interior and ^ The bottle shelf and condiment tray in the door can be removed from their accessories stainless steel frames for cleaning. ^ Clean the appliance at least once a To remove the stainless steel trim from month using lukewarm water and a the lid of the butter and cheese little washing-up liquid. -
Page 45: Appliance Doors, Side Panels
^ It is important to treat the stainless – stainless steel cleaning agent: this will damage the surface. steel frames and trim with Miele stainless steel conditioning agent – Miele stainless steel conditioning each time they are cleaned. This will... -
Page 46: Cleaning The Ice Cube Tray
Cleaning and care Cleaning the ice cube tray ^ Push the ice cube drawer in as far as it will go within the next 60 seconds. Ice cubes freeze in the ice cube tray and then drop into the ice cube drawer You will hear the ice cube tray turn so below. -
Page 47: Ventilation Gaps
Cleaning and care Metal grille at the back of the If you have used a solution of water appliance and washing-up liquid to clean it, The metal grille at the back of the discard the ice cubes from the first appliance (heat exchanger) should be three ice cube making processes, dusted at least once a year. -
Page 48: Active Charcoal Filters
To delay changing the active charcoal filters If you do not have new active charcoal filters, you can order them from your Miele dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department. You can switch off the Change active charcoal filter indicator early, if you would prefer not to have the red indicator showing. - Page 49 ^ At the same time, briefly touch the can be obtained from your Miele On/Off sensor (without letting go of dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts the X sensor). Department. ^ Leave your finger on the X sensor for another 5 seconds until c appears in the display.
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Page 50: Problem Solving Guide
^ The doors have been opened too appliance. Contact a qualified frequently, or a large amount of fresh electrician or Miele. food has been put in at once for ^ Check the temperature settings. freezing. ^ Check that the doors have been . - Page 51 ^ Replace the active charcoal filters. room. You can order replacement filters via Operating in a room which is too cold your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare will cause the cooling system to switch Parts Department. off for too long, causing the freezer section to become too warm.
- Page 52 Problem solving guide ^ Lengthen the water intake time for the . . . "dn" appears in the temperature ice cube maker (see "Making ice display. cubes"). The demonstration function is activated. ^ Call the Service Department..the indicator light on the ice cube maker flashes.
- Page 53 Problem solving guide If you still cannot remedy the fault having followed these suggestions, please contact the Miele Service Department. To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the doors while waiting for the appliance to be serviced.
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Page 54: Noises
Noises Normal noises What causes them Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can Brrrrr... 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. -
Page 55: After Sales / Guarantee
– your Miele Dealer – Miele (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance. -
Page 56: Mains Water Connection
This may only be lengthened purged of air by a qualified and by means of a Miele extension hose. competent person. This extension hose is available from – To do so the stainless steel hose... - Page 57 Mains water connection ^ The stainless steel hose should be attached to the solenoid valve at the base of the appliance at the back. ^ Ensure that the hose is fitted correctly and that it is water tight. ^ Turn on the stopcock slowly and check the whole water system for leaks.
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Page 58: Electrical Connection
Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363) All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be re-fitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person in strict accordance with current is lost, the plug must not be used until a local and national safety regulations suitable replacement is obtained. -
Page 59: Installation
Further information is available from handle is fitted correctly. Should you your dealer. require further assistance please contact your Miele customer service Location centre. This appliance should be installed in a Climate range dry, well-ventilated room. It should not... -
Page 60: Ventilation
Installation Ventilation Aligning the appliance Air at the back of the appliance gets warm. To ensure sufficient ventilation, the air inlet and outlet must not be covered or blocked in any way. They should be dusted on a regular basis. Installation ^ Remove the cable clip from the back of the appliance. -
Page 61: Appliance Dimensions
Installation Appliance dimensions KFN 14947 SDE ed/cs 2020... -
Page 62: Changing The Door Hinging
Changing the door hinging The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. To change the door hinging you will need the following tools: – a cross-slotted screwdriver, – a flat-bladed screwdriver, – a selection of Torx screwdrivers, –... - Page 63 Changing the door hinging Before beginning, make sure that the door shelves are empty. Removing the soft-close mechanism for the upper door ^ Open the upper door. ^ Slide panel a towards the appliance, and leave it hanging between the door and the appliance.
- Page 64 Changing the door hinging ^ Remove cover d. Removing the upper door The soft-close mechanism is now no longer fixed to the appliance. ^ Remove panel a. ^ Gently loosen cover h by carefully inserting a flat-bladed screwdriver into the gap. ^ Slide soft-close mechanism bracket ^ Remove cover h together with f as far as it will go towards the...
- Page 65 Changing the door hinging Caution. The upper door is not Take care not to damage the door secure as soon as the upper hinge seal. plate is removed. If the door seal is damaged, the door will not close properly and ^ Close the upper door.
- Page 66 Changing the door hinging ^ Then place the spacer to one side. Removing the lower door ^ Close the lower door. ^ Push hinge pin e up and out from underneath. The soft-close mechanism is now no longer fixed to the appliance. ^ Remove panel a.
- Page 67 Changing the door hinging ^ Unscrew part g from hinge plate f, rotate it by 180° and refit into the hole on the opposite side of the hinge plate. ^ Refit cover cap d in the other hole. ^ Remove cover h. ^ Unscrew and refit screw i into the outer hole on the opposite side.
- Page 68 Changing the door hinging ^ Clip the spacer into position on the handle side (A). ^ Fit hinge pin i into middle hinge ^ Then clip the soft-close mechanism plate k in the lower door. into position on the hinge side (B). Replacing the lower soft-close door Then push both parts from the mechanism...
- Page 69 Changing the door hinging Refitting the upper door ^ Then fit the upper door on middle hinge pin i. ^ Close the upper door. ^ Attach panel b to soft-close mechanism bracket d. ^ Align bracket d to the hinge plate, and insert pin e from above so that the right angle fits into the recess.
- Page 70 Changing the door hinging Replacing the upper soft-close door mechanism ^ Screw the spacer and the soft-close mechanism together securely using screw c. ^ Remove cover a from panel b, rotate it by 180° and refit it on the other side. ^ Attach panel b to soft-close mechanism bracket d.
- Page 71 Changing the door hinging ^ Remove retaining clip g. Mounting plate c must be positioned on the side of the door so that when the door is closed it is flush with the side of the appliance. If this is not the case, ^ tighten both grub screws a with a suitable allen key until mounting plate c lines up correctly.
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Page 72: Aligning The Appliance Doors
Aligning the appliance doors The appliance doors can be aligned To align the upper door use the long with the housing after they have been outer slots in the middle hinge plate: fitted. In the following illustration the door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what you have to do. -
Page 73: Building In The Appliance
Building in the appliance 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. - Page 76 Alteration rights reserved / 2411 M.-Nr. 09 021 000 / 00 KFN 14947 SDE ed/cs...