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- Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge freezer KDN 12623 S -1 KDN 12823 S -1/-2 en - GB To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Guide to the appliance ..........4 Caring for the environment . - Page 3 Contents Home freezing ........... . 26 Hints on home freezing.
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Page 4: Guide To The Appliance
Guide to the appliance On/Off button Super freeze button and indicator light Temperature selector button Alarm off button and Refrigerator section temperature indicator light display... - Page 5 Guide to the appliance Butter and cheese compartment Adjustable shelves Egg tray Door shelf Condensate channel and drain hole Fruit and vegetable containers Bottle shelf Freezer drawers...
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Page 6: 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 7: Warning And Safety Instructions
They contain important information on its safety, installation, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions. - Page 8 The appliance is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation. The appliance can only be used by people with reduced...
- Page 9 Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer to protect the user from danger.
- Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up. For every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m of room space is required.
- Page 11 The appliance must be isolated from the electricity supply during installation, maintenance and repair work. Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
- Page 12 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.
- Page 13 Warning and Safety instructions Do not place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost it. These will damage the plastic parts.Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they might contain substances which could damage the plastic parts or which could cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.
- Page 14 Warning and Safety instructions Stainless steel appliances Do not use sticky notes, transparent adhesive tape, masking tape or other types of adhesive on the surface of the door. These damage the surface, causing it to lose its dirt-repellent protective coating. The high-quality surface of the door is susceptible to scratching.
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Page 15: 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 In direct sunlight. sunlight. Not near to a heat source Near to a heat source (radiator, oven). (radiator, oven). - Page 16 How to save energy Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Drawers, shelves and racks arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered. Only open the doors when Frequent opening of the door necessary and for as short a for long periods will cause a time as possible.
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Page 17: Switching On And Off
Switching on and off Before using for the first time Switching off ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid, and then dry with a soft cloth. ^ Press the On/Off button until the Switching on temperature display goes out. -
Page 18: The Correct Temperature
The correct temperature It is very important to set the correct or defrosted food must not be re-frozen. temperature for storing food in the Food may be re-frozen once it has appliance. Micro-organisms will cause been cooked, as the high temperatures food which is not stored at the correct achieved when cooking destroy most temperature to deteriorate rapidly. -
Page 19: Alarm
Alarm Activating the alarm system Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the The alarm system is always active. It temperature in the freezer section does not have to be switched on cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid manually. -
Page 20: Super Freeze
Super freeze Super freeze Switching off Super freeze Switch the Super freeze function on The Super freeze function will switch off before putting fresh food into the automatically after approx. 65 hours. freezer. The indicator light will go out and the appliance will run at normal power This helps food to freeze quickly and again. -
Page 21: Using The Refrigerator Efficiently
Using the refrigerator efficiently Different storage zones Do not store explosive materials in Due to the natural circulation of the air the appliance or any products in the appliance, there are different containing propellants (e.g. spray temperature zones in the refrigerator. cans). -
Page 22: When Shopping For Food
Using the refrigerator efficiently – Aubergines/egg plant, cucumber, Fruit and vegetables potatoes, peppers/capiscum, Fruit and vegetables may be stored tomatoes, courgettes/zucchini loose in the vegetable containers. – Some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan However, you should bear in mind that aromas and flavours can transfer from one type of food to another (e.g. -
Page 23: Unpacked Meats And Vegetables
Using the refrigerator efficiently Unpacked meats and vegetables Meat Unpackaged meat and vegetables Meat should be stored unwrapped. should be stored separately. To avoid (Undo wrappings slightly to leave meat any microbiological loosely covered, and leave containers cross-contamination, these foods may open). -
Page 24: Adjusting The Interior Fittings
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. ^ 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. -
Page 25: 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, check quickly as possible, the maximum –... -
Page 26: Home Freezing
Freezing and storing food Home freezing – Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before Only freeze fresh food which is in a freezing. Only season cooked food good condition. lightly before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some Hints on home freezing spices alters when frozen. -
Page 27: Before Placing Food In The Freezer Section
Freezing and storing food ^ Make a note of the contents and the Please note that when removing the date of freezing on the packaging. drawers, the lowest freezer drawer must always remain in the freezer. Before placing food in the freezer When placing food on the glass cold section plate make sure it does not obstruct... -
Page 28: Defrosting
Freezing and storing food Defrosting Never re-freeze partially or fully Frozen food can be defrosted in defrosted food. Consume defrosted different ways: food as soon as possible as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if – in a microwave oven, left for too long. -
Page 29: Automatic Defrost
Automatic defrost Refrigerator section Freezer section The refrigerator defrosts automatically. 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 whilst it is in use. You do not need to The moisture generated in the remove this, as it will defrost and appliance collects on the condenser... -
Page 30: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care – glass cleaning agents, A range of Miele branded cleaning – hard, abrasive sponges and and conditioning products is brushes, e.g. pot scourers, available to order from Miele or www.miele-shop.com. – melamine eraser blocks, – sharp metal scrapers. -
Page 31: Appliance Doors, Side Panels
Cleaning and care ^ The surfaces should be cleaned The temperature of the dishwasher using a solution of hot water and a programme must not exceed 55 °C. little washing-up liquid applied with a Contact with some foodstuffs, such soft sponge. They can also be as carrots, tomatoes or ketchup can cleaned with a damp microfibre cloth cause plastic items to discolour. -
Page 32: After Cleaning
Cleaning and care After cleaning ^ Replace all shelves and accessories in the refrigerator section. ^ Put the food back in the refrigerator section. ^ Insert the plug in the socket and switch on at the mains. Then switch the appliance back on. ^ Switch on the Super freeze function so that the freezer can cool down quickly. -
Page 33: Problem Solving Guide
Some minor problems can be corrected ^ Check whether the metal grille (heat without contacting Miele. exchanger) at the back of the What to do if . . . appliance has become too dusty. - Page 34 If this is not the case, then the interior preventing the door from opening. lighting is defective. Wait a few minutes and then try ^ Call Miele Service. again. It should now open without force. The LED lighting may only be repaired or replaced by a service technician.
- Page 35 ^ Clean the condensate channel and drain hole. 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...
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Page 36: 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 37: 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 38: Electrical Connection
Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. If the connection cable has to be replaced, this must be done by a All electrical work should be carried out suitably qualified and competent by a suitably qualified and competent person. person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations Do not plug other appliances in behind (BS 7671 in the UK). -
Page 39: Installation
Installation – Do not plug in other appliances Do not place any appliance which behind this appliance. gives off heat, such as a toaster, Important. In environments with mini-oven or double burner hob, on high humidity condensation can top of this appliance There is the build up on the exterior of the danger of these catching fire. -
Page 40: Ventilation
Installation Ventilation Installation ^ Remove the cable clip from the back Air at the back of the appliance gets warm. To ensure sufficient ventilation, of the appliance. the ventilation gaps must not be ^ Check that all parts at the back of the covered or blocked in any way. -
Page 41: Appliance Dimensions
Installation Appliance dimensions KDN 12623 S -1 1623 600 mm 630 mm* KDN 12823 S -1/-2 1817 600 mm 630 mm* * Dimensions without wall spacers fitted. Appliance depth is increased by approx. 35 mm with the supplied wall spacers fitted. -
Page 42: Changing The Door Hinging
Changing the door hinging The appliance is supplied right-hand Removing the door handles hinged. If left-hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. To change the door hinging you will need the following tools: Two people are needed for changing the door hinging. - Page 43 Changing the door hinging ^ Rotate retaining plate Removing the doors by 180°. ^ Then fit cover from the front over Make sure the door shelves are retaining plate , and slide it over to empty. the right. The writing must be visible. ^ Close the upper door.
- Page 44 Changing the door hinging ^ Close the lower appliance door. Caution. The lower door is not secure as soon as the middle hinge plate is removed. ^ Remove cap ^ Pull the middle hinge pin from the bearing upwards bush in the door and refit on the to remove it.
- Page 45 Changing the door hinging Changing over the doors ^ Screw hinge plate into position on the opposite side using the two outer ^ Pull hinge pin together with disc long slots only. To make it possible to and adjustable foot upwards and align the door later, do not replace off.
- Page 46 Changing the door hinging ^ Align the door with the appliance housing using the long slots in the lower hinge plate. Then tighten the screws. ^ Fit hinge pin into middle hinge plate in the lower door. The ridge on the hinge pin will fit into the notch in the hinge plate.
- Page 47 Changing the door hinging Refitting the handles It is important to check that the side Please make sure you follow the section of the handle does not instructions below carefully when come into contact with the door seal you refit the handles. The door seal when opening the door, as this will be damaged if the handle is would damage the door seal...
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Page 48: 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 49: Building In The Appliance
Building in the appliance appliance has to work harder, resulting in an 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. - Page 52 Alteration rights reserved / 5012 M.-Nr. 09 434 510 / 01 KDN 12623 S -1, KDN 12823 S -1/-2...