Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge-freezer combination
KDN 9713 iD
KDN 9713 i-1
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. 07 927 230
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Contents
Freezing fresh food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Storing frozen food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Home freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Hints on home freezing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Packing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Before placing food in the freezer section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Placing food in the freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Freezing large items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Ice cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cooling drinks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Freezer tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cool pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Automatic defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cleaning the interior and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Ventilation gaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Door seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
After Sales / Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Climate range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Before installing the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Building-in dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Changing the door hinging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Building in the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Building into a peninsular run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Aligning the housing unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Building in the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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Guide to the appliance
aAlarm off button and indicator light
dSuper freeze button and indicator
light
bFreezer section temperature
indicator light
eOn/Off and temperature selector dial
cRefrigerator section temperature
display
aDynamic cooling fan
bButter and cheese compartment
cAdjustable shelves
dEgg tray
eInterior lighting
fDoor shelf
gCondensate channel and
drain hole
hFruit and vegetable containers
iBottle shelf
jFreezer drawers
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Guide to the appliance
Optional accessories
Bottle rack
This bottle rack is available from the
Miele Spare Parts Department or your
dealer.
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing
material
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially hazardous to
human health and to the environment.
They are, however, essential for the
correct functioning of your appliance.
Please do not therefore dispose of it
with your household waste.
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and should be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation!
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre or contact your dealer for
advice. Ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
Take care not to damage the pipework
at the back of it before or during
transportation to an authorised
collection depot.
In this way, refrigerant in the pipework
and oil in the compressor will be
contained and will not leak out into the
environment.
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Warning and Safety instructions
for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation of the
appliance.
This appliance complies with all
relevant local and national safety
requirements. Improper use of the
This appliance is not intended for
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appliance can present a risk of both
personal injury and damage to
property.
use by people with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless
they are supervised whilst using it, or
have been shown how to use it
correctly by a person responsible for
their safety.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the appliance, please
read these instructions carefully
before using it for the first time. They
contain important notes on the
installation, safety, operation and
care of the appliance.
Safety with children
This appliance is not a toy! To avoid
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the risk of injury, do not allow children
to play on or near it or to play with the
controls. They should be supervised
whenever you are working in the
kitchen. Older children may only use
the appliance if its operation has been
clearly explained to them and they are
able to use it safely, recognising the
dangers of misuse.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any
future user.
Correct application
This appliance is not designed for
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commercial use. It is intended for use in
domestic households and in similar
working and residential environments
such as:
Keep children away from the
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appliance at all times and supervise
then whilst you are using it. Do not
allow children to play with the
– Shops
appliance, for example to climb inside
the drawers or to swing on the door.
– Offices and showrooms
and by residents in establishments
such as:
– Hostels and guest houses.
It must only be used as a domestic
appliance to cool and store food as well
as to store deep frozen food, freeze
fresh food and to prepare ice.
Any other usage is not supported by
the manufacturer and could be
dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
leakage, if the appliance is in a small
room, there is the danger of
Before setting up the appliance,
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combustible gases building up.
check it for any externally visible
damage. Do not install and use a
damaged appliance.
For every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m3 of
room space is required. The amount of
coolant in the appliance is stated on the
data plate inside the appliance.
It could be dangerous.
If the connection cable is faulty it
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Safe operation of the appliance is
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must only be replaced by a service
technician authorised by the
manufacturer to protect the user from
danger.
only assured if it has been installed and
connected in accordance with these
operating and installation instructions.
Before connecting the appliance,
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This appliance contains the coolant
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make sure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and frequency)
matches the mains electricity supply.
This data must correspond in order to
avoid the risk of damage to the
appliance. Consult a qualified
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
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 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.
electrician if in any doubt.
Do not connect the appliance to the
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mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket adapter or an extension
lead. These do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g.
danger of overheating).
In the event of any damage:
- avoid open flames and anything which
creates a spark,
- disconnect from the mains,
- air the room in which the appliance is
located for several minutes and
- contact the Service Department for
advice.
The more coolant there is in an
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appliance, the larger the room it should
be installed in. In the event of a
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Warning and Safety instructions
The electrical safety of this
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appliance can only be guaranteed
The appliance must be isolated from
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the electricity supply during installation,
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with current local and national
safety regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
present and tested regularly, and
where there is any doubt, the
maintenance and repair work.
Faulty components must only be
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replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. The manufacturer can only
guarantee the safety of the appliance
when Miele replacement parts are
used.
household wiring system should be
inspected by a qualified electrician.
This appliance may only be used in
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The manufacturer cannot be held liable mobile installations if a risk assessment
for damage or injury caused by the lack of the installation has been carried out
of or inadequacy of an effective
by a suitably qualified engineer.
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
In areas which may be subject to
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Installation, maintenance and
infestation by cockroaches or other
vermin, play particular attention to
keeping the appliance and its
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repairs may only be carried out by a
service technician authorised by the
manufacturer in strict accordance with
current national and local safety
regulations.
surroundings in a clean condition at all
times. Any damage which may be
caused by cockroaches or other vermin
will not be covered by the guarantee.
Repairs and other work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous. The
manufacturer cannot be held liable for
unauthorised work.
While the appliance is under
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guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the guarantee will be
invalidated.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct use
Do not store cans or bottles
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containing carbonated drinks or liquids
Never handle frozen food with wet
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hands. Your hands may freeze to the
frozen food. Danger of frost burn.
which could freeze in the freezer
section. The cans or bottles could
explode. Danger of injury and damage
to the appliance.
Do not take ice cubes out with your
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bare hands and never place ice cubes
or ice lollies in your mouth straight from
the freezer.
When cooling drinks quickly in the
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freezer section, make sure bottles are
not left in for more than one hour,
otherwise they could burst, causing
injury or damage.
The very low temperature of the frozen
ice or lollies can cause frost burn to the
lips and tongue.
Observe the "use-by" dates given on
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Do not refreeze thawed or partially
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thawed food.
food to avoid the risk of food poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several
factors, including the freshness and
quality of the food as well as the
Defrosted food should be used up as
quickly as possible as food soon loses
it nutritional value and goes off.
Defrosted food may only be re-frozen
after it has been cooked.
temperature at which it is stored. Follow
the instructions given on the food
manufacturer's packaging regarding
storage conditions and "use-by" dates.
Do not store explosive materials in
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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 use sharp edged objects to
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– remove frost and ice,
– separate frozen foods and remove
ice trays.
They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.
Do not operate any electrical
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equipment (e.g. an electric ice-cream
maker) inside the appliance. Danger of
sparking and explosion.
Never place electric heaters or
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candles in the appliance to defrost it.
If storing alcohol with a high
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These can damage the plastic parts.
percentage proof, make sure it is tightly
closed and stored upright. Danger of
explosion.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Do not use defrosting sprays or
Never use a steam-cleaning
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de-icers, as they might contain
substances which could damage the
plastic parts or which could cause a
build-up of gases and pose a danger to short circuit.
health.
appliance to defrost or clean this
appliance. Steam could reach the
electrical components and cause a
Disposal of your old appliance
Do not use any oils or grease on the
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door seals, as these will cause the
seals to deteriorate and become
porous with time.
Before disposing of an old
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appliance, first make the door latches
or locks unusable.
This way you will prevent children from
accidentally locking themselves in and
endangering their lives.
If storing food which contains a lot of
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fat or oil, make sure that it does not
come into contact with plastic
components as this could cause stress
cracks.
Be careful not to damage any part of
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the pipework whilst awaiting disposal,
e.g. by
Do not block the ventilation gap in
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the plinth or the top of the appliance
housing unit as this would impair the
efficiency of the appliance, increase the
electricity consumption and could
cause damage to the appliance.
– puncturing the refrigerant channels
in the evaporator.
– bending any pipework.
– scratching the surface coating.
This appliance is designed for use
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Splashes of refrigerant can damage the
eyes.
within certain climate ranges (ambient
temperatures), and should not be used
outside this range. The climate range
for your appliance is stated on the data
plate inside the appliance.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.
Installing it in a room with too low an
ambient temperature, e.g. a garage,
can lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot
maintain the required temperature.
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How to save energy
Normal energy
Increased energy
consumption
consumption
Installation site
In a ventilated room.
In an enclosed, unventilated room.
In direct sunlight.
Protected from direct sunlight.
Not near to a heat source (radiator, Near to a heat source (radiator,
oven).
oven).
Where the ideal ambient room
temperature is approx. 20°C.
Where there is a high ambient room
temperature.
Do not cover the ventilation gaps
and dust them regularly.
Temperature setting
with a thermostat
which is approximate
(set in stages).
With a medium setting of 2 to 3.
With a high setting: the lower the
temperature in the compartment, the
higher the energy consumption.
Temperature setting
with a thermostat which
is exact to the degree
(digital display).
Larder section 8 to 12 °C
On appliances with winter setting,
please make sure that the winter
setting is switched off when the
ambient temperature is warmer than
16 °C .
Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C
PerfectFresh zone just above 0 °C
Freezer section -18 °C
Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C
Use
Drawers, shelves and racks
arranged as they were when the
appliance was delivered.
Only open the door when necessary Frequent opening of the door for
and for as short a time as possible. long periods will cause a loss of
coldness.
Store food 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 placing them in the
appliance.
Hot food will cause the refrigerator
unit to run for a long time, as the
appliance will have to work harder
to reduce the temperature.
Store food covered or packaged.
The evaporation or condensation of
liquids will cause a loss of coldness
in the refrigerator.
Place frozen food in the refrigerator
to defrost.
Do not over-fill the appliance to
allow air to circulate.
Defrosting
Defrost the freezer section when a A layer of ice hinders the cold from
layer of ice 0.5 cm thick has built reaching the frozen food, and
up. increases energy consumption.
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Switching on and off
Before using for the first time
Switching on
Important:
To ensure the correct functioning of
the appliance, let it stand for
between 1½ and 2 hours after
transporting it to its final location
before connecting it to the mains.
^ Using a coin, turn the On/Off dial in a
clockwise direction away from the "0"
position.
Protective foil
The stainless steel trim to the interior
shelves and the door shelves has a
layer of protective foil to prevent
damage during transportation.
Forcing it beyond its range will
damage it. Turn it only as far as it
will go, then turn it back again.
The temperature display for the
refrigerator section will light up and the
interior lighting will come on when door
is opened.
^ Carefully remove the protective foil
from the stainless steel trim.
Cleaning
The freezer section temperature
indicator will light up continuously.
The alarm indicator light will also light
up. It will go out when the temperature
in the freezer is cold enough.
^ 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.
The appliance starts cooling.
Allow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it. This will
ensure that the temperature is
sufficiently low.
Cool pack
Place the cool pack in the top drawer of
the freezer section. The cool pack will
be at its most effective after it has been
in the freezer for approx. 24 hours.
Switching off
^ Using a coin, turn the temperature
selector in an anti-clockwise direction
back to the "0" position.
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Switching on and off
The cooling system and the interior
lighting are now switched off.
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,
^ disconnect it from the mains,
^ clean the appliance out and
^ leave the doors ajar to air the
appliance.
If, during a long absence, the
appliance is switched off but not
cleaned out and the doors are left
shut, there is a danger of mould and
odours building up inside the
appliance.
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The correct temperature
It is very important to set the correct
temperature for storing food in the
appliance. Micro-organisms will cause
food which is not stored at the correct
temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
Temperature influences the growth rate
of these micro-organisms. Reducing
the temperature reduces their growth
rate.
. . . 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 of micro-organisms is
generally halted. As soon as the
temperature rises above -10 °C, the
micro-organisms become active in the
food again so that it cannot be kept as
long. For this reason, partially defrosted
or defrosted food must not be re-frozen.
Food may be re-frozen once it has
been cooked, as the high temperatures
achieved when cooking destroy most
micro-organisms.
The temperature in the appliance will
rise:
– the more often the door is opened
and the longer it is kept open,
– the more food that is stored in the
appliance,
– the warmer the food is which is being
put into it,
– the higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the appliance.
The appliance is designed for use in
specific ambient temperatures
(climate ranges). Do not use in
ambient temperatures for which it is
not designed.
. . . in the refrigerator section
We recommend a temperature of 5 °C
in the middle of the refrigerator.
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The correct temperature
Setting the temperature
The temperature can be set slightly
colder than the displayed temperature
(e.g. between 5°C and 3 °C).
The temperature for the refrigerator
section is set using the temperature
dial.
^ To do so, turn the temperature dial
slowly in a clockwise direction from
e.g. 5, until the 5 flashes briefly in the
temperature display.
The higher or lower the temperature in
the refrigerator section, the higher or
lower it is in the freezer section.
The colder temperature is now set.
If frozen food is to be stored in the
freezer section then a setting of
between 3 °C to 5 ° is recommended to
ensure that the required temperature in
the freezer section is maintained.
^ Using a coin, turn the On/Off dial in a
clockwise direction away from the "0"
position.
It is also advisable to set the
temperature within this range if the
doors are opened frequently, large
quantities of food are being stored in
the appliance or there is a high ambient
temperature.
The higher the setting, the lower the
temperature in the appliance.
The temperature being set will flash in
the display.
Freezer section temperature
indicator light
Forcing the dial beyond its range will
damage it. Turn it only as far as it
will go, then turn it back again.
The indicator light shows that the
freezer section is on.
Temperature display
The temperature display on the
control panel always shows the
required temperature.
For example, if you want to set the
temperature for the refrigerator section
at 5 °C,
^ turn the temperature selector
clockwise from 0 until 5°C lights up
on the control panel.
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Alarm
Your appliance has been fitted with a
warning system which ensures that the
temperature in the freezer cannot rise
unnoticed and to avoid energy being
wasted if a door is left open.
Activating the alarm system
The alarm system is always active. It
does not have to be switched on
manually.
Switching the alarm off early
Temperature alarm
The alarm will stop and the indicator
light will go out when the temperature
reaches the correct level again.
However, if the noise disturbs you, you
can switch the alarm off before this if
you wish.
An alarm will sound and the alarm
indicator light will flash if the
temperature in the freezer section
becomes too warm.
The temperature the appliance is set at
determines the temperature the
appliance recognises as being too
warm.
The alarm will sound and the alarm
indicator light will flash,
^ Press the alarm off button.
– if the freezer door has been left open
for a while, e.g. in order to load,
re-arrange or take food out.
The alarm will stop. The indicator
light will stay on until the correct
temperature has been reached. The
alarm system is then ready should it
be needed again.
– when freezing large amounts of food
at once.
– if there has been a lengthy
interruption to the power supply.
Depending on the temperature in the
freezer, you should check the condition
of the food. If food 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.
Door alarm
The alarm will sound if the freezer
section door has been left open for
more than approx. 60 seconds.
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Super freeze
Super freeze
Switching off Super freeze
Switch the Super freeze function on
before putting fresh food into the
freezer.
The Super freeze function will switch off
automatically after approx. 65 hours.
The indicator light will go out and the
appliance will run at normal power
again.
This helps food to freeze quickly and
retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours
and appearance.
To save energy, the Super freeze
function can be switched off once a
constant temperature of -18°C or
colder has been reached in the freezer.
You should also check the temperature
inside the appliance from time to time.
Super freeze is not necessary:
– when putting in food that is already
frozen.
– when freezing less than 2 kg fresh
food daily.
^ Press the Super freeze button. The
Super freeze indicator light will go
out, and the appliance will continue
to operate at normal power.
Switching on Super freeze
When freezing small quantities of food
in the freezer, the Super freeze function
should be switched on 6 hours
beforehand. When freezing the
maximum load of food the Super
freeze function should be switched on
24 hours beforehand.
^ Press the Super freeze button. The
Super freeze indicator light will come
on.
The appliance works at full power to
lower the temperature in the
appliance.
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Using the refrigerator efficiently
Different storage zones
– pre-packed vegetables and other
fresh food with a label stating it
Due to the natural circulation of the air
in the appliance, there are different
temperature zones in the refrigerator.
Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest
section of the appliance. Make use of
the different zones when placing food
in the appliance.
should be kept at a temperature of
approx. 4 °C.
Do not store explosive materials in
the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans). Danger of explosion.
Warmest area
The warmest area is in the top section
of the door. Use this for storing butter
and cheese.
If storing alcohol with a high
percentage proof, make sure it is
tightly closed, and store upright.
Coldest area
Do not store cooking oil in the
refrigerator door. Traces of oil can
cause stress cracks to occur in the
plastic components in the door.
The coldest area in a refrigerator is
directly above the vegetable
containers.
Use this for all delicate and highly
perishable food, e.g.
Food must not touch the back wall of
the refrigerator, as it may freeze to
the back wall.
– fish, meat, poultry,
– sausage products, ready meals,
– dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream,
To allow air to circulate efficiently,
do not pack food too closely
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.
– fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza or
quiche dough,
– soft cheese and other dairy
products,
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Using the refrigerator efficiently
Food which should not be
stored in a refrigerator
Storing food correctly
Food should generally be stored
covered or packaged. This will prevent
food smells from affecting other foods,
food from drying out, and also any
cross-contamination of bacteria. The
growth of bacteria, such as salmonella,
can be avoided by setting the correct
temperature and maintaining good
standards of hygiene.
Not all food is suitable for refrigeration,
as some food is sensitive to cold.
Cucumbers, for example, become
glassy, aubergines bitter and potatoes
sweet. Tomatoes and oranges lose their
aroma, and the peel on citrus fruit
hardens.
Food which should not be stored in a
refrigerator includes:
Fruit and vegetables
– pineapple, pomegranate, bananas,
avocado, mangos, papaya, passion
fruit, citrus fruit
Fruit and vegetables may be stored
loose in the vegetable containers.
Please be aware that not all types of
fruit and vegetables are suitable for
storing in the same container. Aromas
and flavours can transfer from one type
of food to another (e.g. carrots absorb
the smell and flavour of onions very
easily). Some food also gives off a
natural gas (ethylene) which speeds up
the rate at which other food perishes.
– fruit which is not yet ripe
– aubergines/egg plant, cucumbers,
potatoes, peppers/capsicum,
tomatoes, courgettes,
– some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan
When shopping for food
– Examples of fruit and vegetables
which produce a large amount of
this natural gas are:
The freshness of food when first placed
in the appliance is an important factor
in determining how long it stays fresh,
and how long it can be kept in the
refrigerator. Time out of the refrigerator,
e.g. during transportation, should be
kept to a minimum. For example, do not
allow food to stay in a hot car for too
long. Once food has started to
Apples, apricots, pears, nectarines,
peaches, plums, avocado, figs,
blueberries, melons and beans.
deteriorate, this process cannot be
reversed. As little as two hours outside
the refrigerator can cause food to start
deteriorating.
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Using the refrigerator efficiently
– Examples of fruit and vegetables
Meat
which react strongly to the natural
gases given off by other types of
fruit and vegetables are:
Meat should be stored unwrapped.
(Undo wrappings slightly to leave meat
loosely covered, and leave containers
open). This permits air to circulate
Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels
sprouts, mangos, honeydew melons, around the meat, allowing the surface
apples, apricots, cucumbers,
tomatoes, pears, nectarines and
peaches.
to dry slightly, which helps prevent the
growth of bacteria. To prevent the risk
of bacterial cross-contamination and
meat deteriorating, do not let one type
of meat come into direct contact with
another type.
Example: Broccoli should not be
stored with apples, as apples
produce a large amount of natural
gas to which broccoli is very
sensitive. The result is a shorter than
expected storage time for the
broccoli.
Unpacked meat and vegetables
Unpackaged meat and vegetables
should be stored separately. 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
deteriorate faster than others.
Shellfish, for example, deteriorates
faster than fish, and fish deteriorates
faster than meat.
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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.
^ fit the two brackets onto the supports
The raised edge at the back must face
upwards to prevent food from touching
the back of the appliance and freezing
to it.
on either side at the required height,
^ and push the glass shelves in one
after the other.
The shelf with the raised edge must
be at the back.
Stoppers prevent the shelves from
being dislodged by mistake.
Adjusting the door shelf/bottle
shelf
Split shelf
In order to accommodate tall items in
the appliance, one of the shelves is
divided. The front section can be
pushed under the rear section.
^ Push the door/bottle shelf upwards,
then remove it by pulling it forwards.
^ Replace the door/bottle shelf at the
required position. Ensure that it is
securely pushed back into position.
^ Push the rear half of the glass shelf
up slightly from below.
^ At the same time, pull the front half of
the glass shelf forwards slightly and
then push it carefully under the rear
half.
To move the split shelf:
^ Take both halves of the split glass
shelf out,
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Freezing and storing food
Maximum freezing capacity
Storing frozen food
To ensure that fresh food placed in the
freezer freezes through to the core as
quickly as possible, the maximum
freezing capacity must not be
When buying frozen food to store in
your freezer, check
– that the packaging is not damaged,
– the use-by date,
exceeded. The maximum freezing
capacity for freezing within a 24-hour
period is given on the data plate:
"Freezing capacity ....kg/24 hrs".
– the temperature at which the frozen
food is being stored in the shop. The
length of time it can be kept is
reduced if it has been stored at a
temperature warmer than -18 °C.
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.
^ Buy frozen food once you have
finished the rest of your shopping,
and wrap it in newspaper or use a
cool bag or cool box to transport it.
Food which takes a long time to freeze
will lose more water from its cells, which
then shrink.
^ Store it in the freezer as soon as
possible.
During the defrosting process, only
some of this water is reabsorbed by the
cells; the rest collects around the food.
Never re-freeze 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.
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.
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Freezing and storing food
Home freezing
– Do not season fresh foods or
blanched vegetables before
Only freeze fresh food which is in a
good condition.
freezing. Only season cooked food
lightly before freezing, but care
should be taken as the taste of some
spices alters when frozen.
Hints on home freezing
– The following types of food are
suitable for freezing:
– Do not place hot foods or drinks in
the freezer. This causes already
frozen food to thaw, and increases
the energy consumption
Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish,
vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy
products, pastry, leftovers, egg
yolks, egg whites and a range of
pre-cooked meals.
considerably. Allow hot foods and
drinks to cool down before placing
them in the freezer.
– The following types of food are not
suitable for freezing:
Packing
Grapes, lettuce, radishes, sour
cream, mayonnaise, eggs in their
shells, onions, whole raw apples and
pears.
^ Freeze food in portions.
Unsuitable packing material
- wrapping paper
- grease-proof paper
- cellophane
– To retain colour, taste and vitamin C,
vegetables should be blanched after
they have been trimmed and
washed.
- bin bags
- plastic carrier bags
To blanch: bring a large saucepan of
water to the boil, immerse the
vegetables in the fast boiling water
for 2-3 minutes, depending on
variety. Remove, and plunge into
ice-cold water to cool quickly. Drain
and pack ready for freezing.
Suitable packing material
- plastic freezer film
- freezer bags
- aluminium foil
- freezer containers
^ Expel as much air as possible from
bags etc. before sealing them, to
prevent freezer-burn on food.
– Lean meat freezes better than fatty
meat, and can be stored for
considerably longer.
^ Close the packaging tightly with
- rubber bands
– To prevent chops, steaks, cutlets or
rolled meat from freezing together in
solid blocks when packed, separate
with a sheet of plastic freezer film.
- plastic clips
- string or bag ties
- freezer tape.
Freezer bags may also be sealed
using home heat sealing kits.
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Freezing and storing food
^ Make a note of the contents and the
When freezing, make sure that food
already frozen does not come into
contact with fresh food being frozen
as this could cause the frozen food
to begin to defrost.
date of freezing on the packaging.
Before placing food in the freezer
section
^ 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 (see
"Super freeze").
Freezing large items
If you wish to freeze large items such
as a turkey or game, the glass cold
plates between the drawers can also
be removed. To do this:
This also helps to prevent food that is
already in the freezer from starting to
defrost.
^ Remove the top two freezer drawers,
and carefully lift and slide out the
glass cold plates.
Placing food in the freezer
Food to be frozen can be placed
anywhere in the freezer.
Defrosting
Large quantities should be placed
directly on the glass cold plates to
freeze the food quickly. To do this first
take out the top two freezer drawers.
When removing the top drawer, make
sure that you do not block the
Frozen food can be defrosted in
different ways:
– in a microwave oven,
– in an oven using the "Fan" or
"Defrost" setting,
ventilation slits in the back wall of the
appliance. They are important for
trouble-free operation of the appliance.
– at room temperature,
– in the refrigerator (the cold given off
by the frozen food helps to keep the
food cold),
The lowest freezer drawer must always
remain in the appliance.
– in a steam oven.
Each drawer and glass cold plate
can take a maximum of 25 kg.
Poultry It is particularly important to
observe food hygiene rules when
defrosting poultry. Do not use the liquid
from defrosted poultry. Pour it away
and wash the container it was in, the
sink and your hands. Danger of
salmonella poisoning.
^ Place the food flat in the bottom of
the freezer drawers or on the glass
cold plates so that it freezes through
to the core as quickly as possible.
^ Make sure that the packaging and
containers are dry to prevent them
sticking together when frozen.
Fruit should be defrosted at room
temperature in its packaging, or in a
covered bowl.
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Freezing and storing food
Most vegetables can be cooked while
still frozen. Just put straight into boiling
water or hot fat. The cooking time is
slightly less than that of fresh
vegetables due to changes in the cell
structure.
Freezer tray
The freezer tray is useful for freezing
small items such as berries, herbs and
vegetables. They can be frozen
individually and therefore maintain their
shape when defrosted.
Never re-freeze 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.
^ Space the food out loosely on the
tray.
Ice cubes
^ Hang the tray in the top or middle
freezer drawer.
Leave the food for 10-12 hours to
freeze thoroughly on the tray. Transfer it
to a freezer bag or suitable container
once frozen. Place the bag or container
in the freezer drawer.
^ Fill the ice tray three quarters full with
water, and place it in the bottom of
one of the drawers.
^ Once frozen, use a blunt instrument,
for example a spoon handle, to
remove the ice tray from the freezer.
^ 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 while.
Cooling drinks
When placing bottles in the freezer
section for rapid cooling, make sure
they are not left in for more than one
hour as they could burst.
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Freezing and storing food
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 top drawer of
the freezer section, directly on top of
the food. 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, place the cool
pack directly on top of the frozen food
in the top drawer so that the food will
be kept cold for as long as possible.
When placing fresh food in the freezer,
use the cool pack to separate the fresh
food from the food which is already
frozen so that the frozen food does not
begin to thaw.
The cool pack can also be used in a
cool bag to keep food or drinks cool for
a short period of time.
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Automatic defrost
Refrigerator section
Freezer section
The refrigerator defrosts automatically.
This appliance is equipped with a "Frost
free" system. The freezer section
defrosts automatically.
Condensate and frost can build up on
the back wall of the refrigerator section
whilst it is in use. You do not need to
remove this, as it will defrost and
evaporate automatically with the
The moisture generated in the
appliance collects on the condenser
and is automatically defrosted and
dissipated from time to time.
warmth generated by the appliance.
The condensate is drained away via a
channel and drain hole into an
evaporation system at the back of the
appliance.
This automatic defrosting system
enables the freezer section to remain
permanently ice-free, however, the food
stored in the freezer section will not
defrost.
Ensure that the condensate channel
and drain hole are kept clean and
are never blocked so that
condensate can flow away without
hindrance.
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Cleaning and care
– hard, abrasive sponges and
A range of Miele branded cleaning
and conditioning products is
available to order from Miele or
brushes, e.g. pot scourers,
– melamine eraser blocks,
– sharp metal scrapers.
Do not let water get into the
Before cleaning
temperature selector or into the light.
^ Switch the appliance off.
^ Disconnect it from the mains.
Do not let water get into the
drainage channel and drain hole
when cleaning.
^ Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
Do not use steam cleaning
apparatus to clean the appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical
components and cause a short
circuit.
^ Take out any removable parts, e.g.
shelves, for cleaning.
Cleaning the interior and
accessories
^ Clean the appliance at least once a
month using lukewarm water and a
little washing-up liquid.
The data plate located inside the
appliance must not be removed. It
contains information which is
required in the event of a service
call.
The following are dishwasher safe:
– the butter dish, egg trays, ice cube
tray
To avoid damaging the surface of
your appliance, do not use:
(supplied as standard, depending on
model)
– cleaning agents containing soda,
ammonia, acids or chlorides,
– the shelves and bottle shelf in the door
– the butter and cheese compartment
– cleaning agents containing
descaling agents,
The temperature of the dishwasher
programme must not exceed 55 °C.
Contact with some foodstuffs, such
as carrots, tomatoes or ketchup can
cause plastic items to discolour.
However, this discolouration will not
affect the stability of plastic items.
– 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,
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Cleaning and care
^ Clean the interior shelves and
drawers by hand. These are not
suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher.
After cleaning
^ Replace all shelves and accessories
in the appliance.
^ Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole frequently, so that
^ Close the appliance door.
condensate can drain away
^ Insert the plug in the socket and
switch on at the mains. Then switch
the appliance back on.
unhindered. Use a straw or similar to
clear the drain if necessary.
^ After cleaning, wipe the interior and
accessories with a damp cloth and
dry with a soft cloth.
^ Switch on the Super cool function for
a while so that the appliance can
cool down quickly.
Leave the door open to air the
appliance for a short while.
^ Place food back in the appliance and
close the door.
Ventilation gaps
^ The ventilation gaps should be
cleaned on a regular basis with a
brush or vacuum cleaner. A build-up
of dust will increase the energy
consumption of the appliance.
Door seal
Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal as these will cause the
seal to deteriorate and become
porous over time.
The door seal should be cleaned
regularly with clean water, and then
wiped dry with a soft cloth.
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Problem solving guide
The Super freeze function switches
itself off automatically after approx.
65 hours.
Repairs to electrical appliances
should only be carried out by a
suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with
current local and national safety
regulations. Repairs and other work
by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for
^ Check that the doors have been
closed properly.
^ Has a large amount of fresh food
been frozen at the same time?
This makes the compressor run for
longer, causing the temperature in
the refrigerator section to fall
automatically.
unauthorised work.
Ensure that current is not supplied to
the appliance until after
. . . the door to the freezer section
will not open because it has been
opened and closed too many times in
maintenance or repair work has
been carried out.
Some minor problems can be corrected succession.
without contacting the Miele Service
^ This is not a fault. The suction caused
Department.
by opening and closing the door is
preventing the door from opening.
Wait a few minutes and then try
again. It should now open without
force.
What to do if . . .
. . . the appliance does not get cool.
^ Make sure that the temperature dial
is not set at "0".
. . . the compressor is switching in
too frequently and for too long.
^ Check that the plug is correctly
inserted in the socket and switched
on.
^ Check whether the ventilation gaps in
the plinth and in the housing unit at
the top have been covered over or
become too dusty.
^ Check that the fuse is not defective
and that the mains fuse has not
tripped. If it has, contact the Miele
Service Department.
^ The doors have been opened too
frequently, or a large amount of fresh
food has been put in at once for
freezing.
. . . the temperature in the refrigerator
section or freezer section is too low.
^ Check that the doors have been
closed properly.
^ Turn the temperature dial to a lower
setting.
^ The Super freeze function is still on
and the Super freeze indicator light is
on.
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Problem solving guide
. . . the frozen food is thawing
because the freezer section is too
warm.
. . . the Super freeze indicator light
and the temperature display are both
flashing at the same time.
^ Is the room temperature lower than
the ambient temperature for which
the appliance is designed?
There is a fault. Call the Service
Department.
. . . the Super freeze indicator light
does not light up, even though the
appliance is working.
If so, raise the temperature of the
room.
Operating in a room which is too cold
will cause the cooling system to switch
off for too long causing the freezer
section to become too warm.
The indicator light is defective. Call the
Service Department.
. . . the interior light in the
refrigerator section is not working.
. . . food has frozen together.
Has the refrigerator door been left open
for too long? The lighting switches itself
off automatically after approx. 15
minutes.
Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon
handle or plastic scraper, to prise it
apart carefully.
If it also does not come on when the
door is opened briefly, but the
temperature display is working, then
the lamp is defective.
. . . the alarm sounds and the alarm
indicator light is flashing.
The temperature has risen above the
setting on the temperature dial because
^ Disconnect the appliance from the
mains. Switch off at the wall and
withdraw the plug from the socket, or
disconnect the mains fuse or remove
the screw-out fuse in countries where
this is applicable.
^ the door has been opened too
frequently, or large amounts of fresh
food have been put in at once for
freezing.
^ the temperature dial has been turned
to a higher setting and the appliance
has not yet had sufficient time to
reach the temperature set.
^ the ventilation gaps are blocked.
Once the problem has been resolved
the alarm indicator light will go out and
the alarm will stop.
^ Grasp the lamp cover at the top and
at the bottom (1), and pull it forwards
to remove (2).
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Problem solving guide
^ Unscrew the lamp. This requires
some strength, as the safety catch
needs to be released.
^ Change the lamp.
Lamp specification:
220 - 240 V, E 14 fitting
See the old lamp for the Wattage
required.
^ Screw the new lamp into the
connection. Make sure the safety
catch is correctly fitted a.
^ Replace the lamp cover, and click it
into place at the sides.
. . . the floor of the refrigerator is wet.
The drain hole is blocked.
^ 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
appliance to be serviced.
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Noises
Normal noises
What causes them
Brrrrr...
Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can
get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on.
Blubb, blubb....
Click....
A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating
through the pipes.
Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the
motor on and off.
Sssrrrrr....
Creak ...
On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just
hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance.
Creaking sounds can be heard when material inside the
appliance expands.
Remember that the noise 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, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking: Check
all removable items and refit them correctly.
Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against
each other? Separate them.
The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of
the appliance: Remove the clips.
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After Sales / Guarantee
In the event of a fault which you cannot
correct yourself, or if the appliance is
under guarantee, please contact:
– your Miele Dealer
or
– 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.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded for
training purposes.
N.B. A call-out charge will be applied
for service visits where the problem
could have been resolved as described
in these instructions.
Guarantee
For information on the appliance
guarantee specific to your country
please contact Miele. See back cover
for contact details.
In the U.K. your appliance is
guaranteed for 2 years from the date of
delivery. However, you must activate
your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or
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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
(BS 7671 in the UK).
suitable replacement is obtained. The
colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
of the plug, or the colour that is
embossed in words in the base of the
plug (as applicable to the design of the
plug fitted).
The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable and moulded plug ready for
connection to an a.c. single phase
220-240 V 50 Hz supply.
Please ensure that the connection data
quoted on the data plate match the
household mains supply.
Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS 1362 and have the
correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily your local electrical supplier.
accessible. For extra safety it is
advisable to protect the appliance with
a suitable residual current device
WARNING
(RCD).
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
Do not connect the appliance 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).
EARTHED
This appliance must not be connected
to the inverter of an autonomous power
supply, e.g. a solar power system.
When switching the appliance on, a
surge in power could trigger the safety
cut-out mechanism. This could damage
the electronic unit.
The appliance must not be used with
so-called energy saving devices. These
reduce the energy supply to the
appliance which could then become
too warm. Using such devices could
alter the specification of the product.
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Installation
Climate range
This appliance must be built in,
otherwise it could tip up.
This appliance is designed for use
within certain climate ranges (ambient
temperatures), and should not be used
outside this range. The climate range of
the appliance is stated on the data
plate inside the appliance.
Location
This appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room. It should not
be installed where it is exposed to
direct sunlight or directly adjacent to a
heat-producing appliance such as an
oven or a radiator. The room
Climate range
Ambient room
temperature
SN
N
+10 °C to +32 °C
+16 °C to +32 °C
+16 °C to +38 °C
+16 °C to +43 °C
ST
T
temperature should not go above or
below the climate range for which the
appliance is designed. The higher the
ambient temperature of the room, the
more energy the appliance requires to
operate.
Operating in a room which is too cold
will result in the cooling system
switching off for too long, causing the
internal temperature in the appliance to
rise with the risk of frozen food
Important: tropical / humid
environments
deteriorating and going off.
During periods of high humidity,
some condensation may appear on
outside surfaces of cooling
Ventilation
Air at the back of the appliance gets
warm. The appliance housing unit must
be constructed to allow sufficient space
for ventilation.
appliances. This condensation will
disappear when humidity levels
drop. For prevention, it is advisable
to install the appliance with sufficient
ventilation in a dry and/or an
air-conditioned room.
The air inlet to the appliance is via the
plinth in the housing unit.
A ventilation gap of at least 38 mm
depth must be allowed for behind the
appliance for air to circulate.
Please ensure that doors are closing
and sealing properly.
Please ensure that the appliance is
installed in accordance with these
installation instructions and that the
handle is fitted correctly. Should you
require further assistance please
contact your Miele customer service
centre.
The cross-sectional area for ventilation
in the plinth and the housing unit and
also beneath the ceiling needs to be at
least 200 cm2 throughout to ensure that
warm air can be drawn through
unhindered. Otherwise the appliance
has to work harder, resulting in an
increase in electricity consumption.
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Installation
^ Check that all parts at the back of the
appliance are unhindered. Carefully
remove any hindrance.
The ventilation gaps must not be
covered or blocked in any way.
They should be dusted on a regular
basis.
Before installing the appliance
^ Before installation remove the cover
strip, sealing strip and other
accessories from inside the
appliance and from the external rear
wall of the appliance.
^ Do not remove the spacers from the
back of the appliance. These ensure
the gap required between the back
of the appliance and the wall is
maintained.
^ Remove any cable clips from the
back of the appliance.
^ Remove the red transport fixing a,
and use the stopper supplied b to
plug the empty hole.
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Building-in dimensions
Freezer section height
Niche height
B
A
KDN 9713 iD
KDN 9713 i-1
669
1772 - 1788
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Changing the door hinging
Before building the appliance in, you
will need to decide on which side the
doors are to be hinged. If left hand door
hinging is required, follow the
instructions below.
Take care when doing so that the
bottom door does not drop forwards.
^ Then lift the bottom door upwards
and off.
^ Unscrew upper hinge plate g, and
replace it on the opposite side using
the same screws.
To change the door hinging, you will
need various sizes of Torx
screwdrivers and a slotted
screwdriver.
^ Unscrew the middle hinge plate h,
and replace it turned through 180° on
the opposite side using the same
screws.
^ Open both appliance doors.
^ Remove lower hinge pin i together
with washer j, and replace these on
the opposite side.
^ Replace the bottom door on lower
hinge pin i. Remember to use
washer j.
^ Refit middle hinge pin f in hinge
plate h, and then tighten the screws.
^ Refit the top door on middle hinge
pin f.
^ Insert upper hinge pin e into the
outer hole in hinge plate g, and
tighten the screws.
^ Replace covers a, b and c on the
opposite side, turning them by 180 °.
^ Refit cover caps d on the opposite
side.
^ Pull off covers a, b and c and caps
d.
^ Unscrew hinge pin e from the top
appliance door.
^ Tilt the top door, and lift it up and off.
^ Then remove hinge pin f from the
middle of the appliance.
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Building in the appliance
Preparing the appliance
All building-in instructions given are
for a right hand hinged appliance.
If you have converted the appliance
to left hand hinging you will need to
adapt these instructions
accordingly.
Building into a peninsular run
When built into a peninsular run, the
rear of the building in niche must be
fitted with a kitchen furniture panel.
^ Slide cover strip a into the holder as
shown, with the bumps facing
downwards. The bumps will fit into
keyhole slots b. The cover strip is
then flush with the side of the
appliance on which the door is
opened c.
Aligning the housing unit
Before installing the appliance, the
housing unit must be carefully aligned
using a spirit level. The housing unit
corners must be at right angles, as
otherwise the appliance furniture door
will not align correctly with the 4
corners of the unit. Align the furniture
door with the hinges.
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Building in the appliance
Building in the appliance
^ Push in the appliance until the front
edges of bracket b and hinge plates
f and g are flush with the front
edge of the housing.
^ Align the appliance height from
above on both sides using adjusting
screw h.
^ Carefully unscrew adjusting screw i
in the middle of hinge plate j until it
touches the side wall of the furniture
housing unit.
^ Attach sealing strip a to the door
opening side so that it sits flush at the
front with the side of the appliance. If
necessary the sealing strip can be
trimmed to size along the lower edge
of bracket b.
^ Remove covers c and d.
^ Secure bracket b with screws e
(4.8 x 16 mm).
^ Push the appliance into the
building-in niche, leaving a gap of
approx. 4 mm.
Take care not to trap the mains
cable.
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Building in the appliance
Securing the appliance and
fitting the furniture door
^ Tighten all the screws.
^ If necessary, align cover strip o by
pushing it parallel to the top of the
unit - it should not protrude.
^ Fold in the side section of bracket b.
^ Replace covers c and d.
^ Cap the holes with stoppers p and
q.
^ Secure door fixings r to the
appliance doors with screws s
(3.9 x 9.5 mm), to suit the position of
the handles.
With divided doors, several door fixings
may be required.
^ Open the doors right out, and push
fixing guides t into door fixings r.
^ Position the furniture door onto the
appliance door, and secure fixing
guides t to the furniture door using
screws u (4 x 14 mm). Maintain a
distance d (= the thickness of the
housing unit walls) between the edge
of the appliance door and outer edge
of the furniture door.
^ Push the appliance against the
housing wall on the side on which the
door opens so that the sealing strip is
pressed into the housing wall k.
^ Align the door fixing so that the
furniture door on the side with the
handle does not lie against the
housing unit wall when the door is
shut. A minimum distance of 1 mm
must be maintained.
^ Secure the appliance at the top with
screw l (4 x 19 mm) into bracket b,
pushing the appliance against the
furniture wall as you do so.
^ Then secure the appliance in the
middle by fitting screw m through the
adjusting screw.
^ Then secure the appliance at the
bottom by fitting screws n
(4 x 36 mm) through the adjusting
screws in the hinge plates.
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