Operating and Installation
Instructions
Fridge-Freezer Combination
KFN 9753 iD
en - CA, US
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use.
M.-Nr. 07 270 540
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Contents
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Electrical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Before installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Installation Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Adjusting the door hinges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Adjusting the door hinges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Installing the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Custom door panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Installing the appliance as a room divider. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Mounting the custom door panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using the appliance, follow
basic safety precautions, including
the following:
Electrical safety
Before installation, make sure that
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the voltage and frequency listed on the
data plate correspond with the
Read all instructions before
installation and use to prevent
accidents and machine damage.
household electrical supply. This data
must correspond to prevent injury and
machine damage. Consult a qualified
electrician if in doubt.
This appliance is intended for
Before installation or use check the
residential use only. Use only as
described in this Operating manual.
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machine for any visible damage. A
damaged machine is dangerous.
Contact the Miele Service Department.
Only use this appliance for its
intended purpose. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for
damages caused by improper use
of this appliance.
Do not use an extension cord to
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connect this appliance to electricity.
Extension cords do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance
(e.g., danger of overheating).
This appliance complies with current
safety requirements. Improper use
of the appliance can lead to
personal injury and material
damage.
Be certain your appliance is
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properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. To guarantee the
electrical safety of this appliance,
continuity must exist between the
appliance and an effective grounding
system. It is imperative that this basic
safety requirement be met. If there is
any doubt, have the electrical system of
the house checked by a qualified
electrician. The manufacturer cannot be
held responsible for damages caused
by the lack, or inadequacy, of an
effective grounding system.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and pass them on to
any future user.
Only connect power to the
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appliance when all installation work is
complete.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Installation
Defective parts must only be
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exchanged with original Miele spare
This appliance is top-heavy and
must be secured to prevent it from
tipping forward.
parts. Only then can the safety of the
unit be guaranteed.
Use
Before installation or service,
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Persons who lack physical, sensory
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disconnect the power supply to the
work area by unplugging the unit,
"tripping" the circuit breaker or
removing the fuse.
or mental abilities, or experience with
the machine should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a
responsible person.
This appliance must be installed
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To reduce the risk of injury, do not
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and connected in compliance with the
installation instructions.
allow children to play in, on or near the
appliance.
Installation and repair work should
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After your appliance is in operation
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be performed by a Miele authorized
service technician. Work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous and may
void the warranty.
do not touch the cold surfaces in the
machine, ice cubes or frozen food,
particularly when hands are damp or
wet. Skin may adhere to extremely cold
surfaces.
Installation must comply with local
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regulations and state laws.
Do not refreeze frozen foods which
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Do not operate any appliance with a
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have thawed partially or completely.
damaged cord or plug, or if the
appliance has been damaged in any
manner. Contact Miele’s Technical Ser-
vice Department.
Do not handle frozen food or ice
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with wet hands. Danger of injury.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
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flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
This equipment is not designed for
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maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as recreational
vehicles or aircraft.
Do not use sharp-edged objects to
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remove frost and ice, or separate
frozen foods and remove ice trays.
They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.
Do not install the fridge/freezer in a
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room with too low an ambient
temperature, e.g., a garage, as this
may lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot
maintain the required temperature.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not use defrosting sprays or
Your old refrigerator may have a
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de-icers, as they might contain
cooling system that used CFC's
substances which could damage the
plastic parts or which could cause a
(chlorofluorocarbons). CFC's are
believed to harm stratospheric ozone.
build-up of gases and pose a danger to If you intentionally release this CFC
health.
refrigerant, you can be subject to fines
and imprisonment under provisions of
environmental legislation. Make sure the
CFC refrigerant is removed and disposed
of by a qualified technician.
Do not use any oils or grease on the
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door seal, as these will cause the seal
to deteriorate and become porous with
time.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these
Important Safety instructions.
Do not block the ventilation gaps in
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the plinth or the top of the appliance
housing unit, as this can impair the
efficiency of the appliance, increase the
electricity consumption and cause
damage to the appliance.
Never use a steam cleaner to clean
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SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
the appliance. Pressurized steam could
damage electrical components and
cause a short circuit.
Disposal of your old appliance
Before disposing of an old
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appliance, first make the door latch or
lock unusable.
Take off the doors.
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Leave the shelves and drawers in
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place so that children may not easily
climb inside.
Be careful not to damage any part of
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the pipework while awaiting disposal
by:
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puncturing the refrigerant
channels in the evaporator.
bending any pipework.
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scratching the surface coating.
Splashes of refrigerant can damage the
eyes.
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Description of the appliance
aOn/Off button for independently
switching the refrigerator section on
and off
gMaster switch for switching
the whole appliance on and off
hFreezer section temperature display
bRefrigerator section temperature
display
iTemperature selector buttons for the
freezer section
cTemperature selector buttons for the
refrigerator section
(+ for warmer; - for colder)
jSuperFreeze button and indicator
light
(+ for warmer; - for colder)
dSuperCool button and indicator light
kAudio alarm off button
eDynaCool button (dynamic cooling)
and indicator light
fSafety lock indicator light
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Description of the appliance
aDynaCool fan
(dynamic cooling)
bHinged door shelf
cBottle rack
dAdjustable door shelves
eInterior lighting
fAdjustable interior shelves
gCondensate channel and
drain hole
hUniversal container
iFruit and vegetable drawer
jDivider*
kBottle shelf
lFreezer drawers with
calendar
* may vary by model
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Before use
Before using for the first time
The temperature display for the
refrigerator section lights up, and the
interior lighting comes on when the door
is opened.
The stainless steel frames of the
shelves have a protective plastic
coating to prevent scratching during
transportation.
Bars light up in the freezer section
display until the selected temperature is
reached.
^ Do not remove the plastic until the
appliance has been installed.
The appliance begins cooling.
^ After removing the plastic, treat the
stainless steel with a stainless steel
cleaner.
Allow the appliance to run for a few
hours before placing food in it. This will
enable it to sufficiently cool.
This will help protect the stainless
steel and prevent resoiling.
Cool pack
^ Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories with a mild solution
of warm water and liquid dish soap.
Place the cool pack in the top freezer
drawer. The cool pack will be at
maximum performance after it has been
in the freezer for approx. 24 hours.
To ensure proper functioning of the
appliance, let it stand for approx.
30 mins to an hour before it is
Turning the appliance off
^ Press the main switch on the right
side of the appliance until both
temperature displays go out.
connected to the electrical supply.
Turning the appliance on
If the cooling system does not turn off
the safety lock has been activated.
With the main switch you can turn the
appliance on.
^ Press the main switch on the right
side of the control panel.
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Before use
Turning the appliance on/Off
Activating/Deactivating the safety
lock
Turning the refrigerator section off
The refrigerator section can be turned
off separately while the freezer section
remains on, e.g. during vacation.
^ Press the Super button for the freezer
for approx. 5 seconds.
The Super indicator light flashes, and ;
flashes in the temperature display.
^ Press the On/Off button on the left
side of the control panel until the
temperature display for the
^ Press the Super button for the freezer
again.
refrigerator section goes out.
; will appear in the display.
Turning the refrigerator section on
^ Press the On/Off switch on the left
side of the control panel until
temperature display for the
^ Using the temperature selector
buttons you can now choose
between ; 0 and ; 1 :
refrigerator section turns on.
The refrigerator section will begin to
cool and the interior lighting will turn
on when the door is opened.
0: safety lock deactivated,
1: safety lock activated.
^ Press the Super button for the freezer
to save the setting.
Safety lock
The safety lock indicator lights up in the
display X when it is activated.
The safety lock can be activated to
prevent the appliance from being
turned off accidently.
^ Press the main switch on the right
side on the control panel to exit the
settings mode.
If a button is not pressed within 2
minutes the electronics will return to
normal operation.
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Before use
Turning off for longer periods
of time
If the appliance is not going to be used
for an extended time (for example,
during a vacation) some precautions
should be taken.
^ Take all food out of the appliance
^ Turn the appliance off at the main
switch
^ Unplug the appliance
^ Discard any ice cubes
^ Clean the interior
^ Leave the doors open to prevent
odors
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Setting the temperature
Temperature range
Setting the temperature in the
refrigerator and freezer
sections
The temperature can be selected within
the following ranges:
The temperatures for the refrigerator
and freezer sections can be set
independently using the temperature
selection buttons.
– Refrigerator:
39°F (4° C) to 48°F (9° C).
A temperature of 39°F (4° C) is
recommended in the refrigerator
section.
– Freezer:
3°F (-16° C) to -15 (-26° C).
+ button:
- button:
increases the temperature
decreases the temperature
To freeze fresh food and store frozen
food for an extended period of time, a
temperature of 0°F (-18°C) is
suggested.
The temperature being set will flash in
the display.
Partially or completely thawed food
must never be refrozen.
When pressing the buttons the
following information appears in the
display:
The room temperature and the
installation location can affect the time it
takes for the appliance to get to the
desired temperature. If the room
temperature is too high, it may not be
possible for the appliance to reach the
lowest temperature.
– When first pressed: The last
selected temperature flashes.
– Each subsequent press of the button
adjusts the temperature in
increments of 1 °F (1°C).
– Holding down the button will move
through the temperature range
quickly.
Approx. 5 seconds after releasing the
button the current, average
temperature in the refrigerator or
freezer section is automatically shown.
If the temperature is adjusted, wait
approx. 6 hours (or 24 hours for a fully
loaded appliance) for the temperature
display to show an accurate reading. If
after this time the temperature is still too
high or low, try adjusting it again.
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Setting the temperature
Temperature displays
The temperature displays flash if:
During normal operation, the
temperature display shows the
temperature in the middle of the
refrigerator section and the temperature
in the warmest part of the freezer
section.
– a different temperature is being set,
– the temperature in the appliance has
risen by several degrees, indicating
that the appliance is warming up too
much.
This short-term loss of cooling is not a
cause for concern in the following
cases:
If the temperatures in the appliance are
not in the possible temperature display
range, dashes will flash in the
temperature displays.
– when the door has been left open for
a longer period, for example to take
out or put in a large amount of food,
– when fresh food is being frozen.
However, if the temperature remains
above 0°F (-18° C) for a longer period
of time, you will need to check to make
sure that any frozen food has not
started to thaw. Any food that has
started to thaw should be used as soon
as possible.
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Setting the temperature
Temperature display brightness
The brightness of the temperature
display is factory-set to the lowest
setting.
^ Press the main switch on the right
side on the control panel to exit the
settings mode.
However when the door is opened, a
setting is changed or an alarm is
triggered, the temperature display will
appear very bright.
If a button is not pressed within 2
minutes the electronics will return to
normal operation.
^ Hold down the Super button for the
freezer for approx. 5 seconds.
The Super indicator flashes and ;
flashes in the temperature display.
^ Press either of the temperature
selection buttons until ^ appears in
the display.
^ Press the Super button for the freezer
again.
^ appears in the display.
^ Using the temperature selector
buttons, you can now choose a
brightness level from 1 to 5:
1 dimmest setting
5 brightest setting.
^ To save the setting, press the Super
button for the freezer.
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Alarm
The appliance is equipped with an
alarm system, to ensure that the
temperature does not rise unnoticed.
Turning the alarm off
Once the set temperature is reached in
the freezer, the alarm signal turns off
and the temperature display stops
flashing.
The alarm system is always
operational, it does not need to be
turned on.
If the temperature becomes too warm,
the alarm sounds and the temperature
display for the freezer section flashes.
The temperature set will determine
when the alarm is triggered.
^ To turn the alarm off early, press
the alarm off button.
^ The alarm signal turns off. The
temperature display will continue to
flash until the set temperature has
been reached. The display then
stops flashing and lights steadily. The
alarm system is automatically
reactivated.
The alarm will sound and the display
will flash if:
– too much warm air flows into the
appliance, for example when food is
being loaded, re-arranged, or taken
out.
– large amounts of food are being
frozen at once.
Door alarm
If one of the appliance doors is left
open for more than 60 seconds, the
alarm signal will sound.
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Using the Super and DynaCool functions
Super function
Turning on the Super function for the
refrigerator/freezer
The Super function is used to rapidly
reduce the temperature in the
refrigerator and freezer sections to their
lowest settings (depending on the room
temperature).
^ Press the Super button for the
refrigerator or freezer as desired, the
indicator light will turn on.
When used with the refrigerator the
Super function is ideal for the rapid
cooling of drinks and refrigerating large
quantities of food.
The appliance will now work at full
power to lower the temperature in the
refrigerator/freezer section.
When used with the freezer the Super
function is ideal for freezing large
quantities of unfrozen food. The
function should be switched on approx.
6 hours before the fresh food is placed
in the freezer. If the max. freezing
capacity is used allow 24 hours.
This helps food to freeze quickly and
retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavor and
appearance.
Turning off the Super function for the
refrigerator/freezer
The Super function automatically turns
off after:
Refrigerator:approx. 6 hours
Freezer:
approx. 30 - 60 hours
(depending on the amount of food
frozen).
It is not necessary to use the Super
function in the freezer if you are loading
frozen food or if you are loading less
than 4.4 lbs (2 kg) of food.
The indicator light will go out, and the
appliance will run at normal power.
The Super function can be turned off
early, once a constant temperature
of 0°F (-18° C) or colder has been
reached in the freezer section, or once
the food and/or drinks are sufficiently
chilled in the refrigerator.
^ To turn the function off early, press
the Super button for the refrigerator
or freezer as desired, the indicator
light will go out.
The appliance will now run at normal
power.
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Using the Super and DynaCool functions
DynaCool m
DynaCool should also be selected if:
If the dynamic cooling function
– the room temperature is high (above
approx. 86°F (30 °C), and
(DynaCool) is not switched on, the
natural circulation of air throughout the
appliance can create different
– the humidity is high.
temperature zones in the refrigerator
section, with the colder, heavier air
sinking to the lowest section. See
"Using the refrigerator efficiently".
Turning on DynaCool
If you are placing a large amount of
food in the refrigerator at one time, the
DynaCool function is recommended.
This will help to distribute the
^ Press the DynaCool button, the
indicator light will turn on.
temperature evenly throughout the
cavity so all food will be chilled to about
the same temperature.
Turning off DynaCool
^ Press the button for DynaCool button,
the indicator light will go out.
The temperature can be set as usual,
with the temperature selection buttons.
When the door is open, the fan
automatically turns off.
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Using the refrigerator efficiently
Different storage zones
Coldest area
Due to the natural circulation of 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
these different zones when placing
food in the appliance.
The coldest area in the refrigerator
section is directly above the fruit and
vegetable drawers.
Use these cold areas in the refrigerator
for all highly perishable foods, such as:
– fish, meat, poultry,
– deli meats, store-bought meals,
This appliance uses a dynamic
cooling feature (DynaCool) to
establish a constant temperature
during cooling. As a result, the
differences between temperature
zones are less pronounced.
– dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream,
– fresh bread dough, pastry dough,
cake batters,
– dairy products.
Leave some space between items so
that air can circulate freely around
them. Do not cover the fan in the rear
wall - this is important for cooling
performance!
Never store explosive materials in
the appliance, or products with
flammable propellants (e.g. spray
cans,). Danger of explosion!
Warmest area
If storing high-proof alcohol, make
sure it is tightly closed and stored
upright.
The warmest area is in the top section
of the door. Use this area to store items
such as butter and cheese.
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.
Do not allow food to touch the rear
wall of the appliance, it may freeze
to the wall.
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Using the freezer efficiently
Maximum freezing capacity
Placing food in the freezer
To ensure that food is frozen
thoroughly, the maximum freezing
capacity should not be exceeded.
See the data plate:
Food to be frozen can be placed
anywhere in the freezer section.
Large quantities of food should be
placed directly on the glass plates to
freeze the food quickly. To do this,
remove the two top freezer drawers.
When taking these drawers out be sure
not to block the ventilation slits in the
back wall of the appliance. They are
important for trouble-free operation of
the appliance.
"Freezing capacity.....lb/kg/24 hrs".
Freezing food
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible. This helps maintain the
nutritional value, vitamin content,
appearance and taste of the food.
The lowest freezer drawer should not
be removed.
Never refreeze partially or fully
defrosted food. Consume defrosted
food as soon as possible, it will lose its
nutritional value and spoil if left for too
long. Do not refreeze defrosted food
unless it has been cooked.
Each drawer and each glass plate
can hold a maximum of 55 lbs
(25 kg).
^ Place the food flat in the bottom of
the freezer drawers or on the glass
plates, so that it will freeze through to
the core as quickly as possible.
Before placing food in the freezer
^ When you are planning to freeze
large amounts of food (more than
4 ½ lbs [2 kg]), turn on the Super
function for the freezer ahead of time
(see "Super").
^ When placing items in the freezer,
make sure the packaging and
containers are dry, to keep them from
sticking together when frozen.
This will provide the food already in
the freezer with a protective boost of
cold air.
When freezing, make sure that
already frozen food does not come
into contact with fresh food being
frozen, this could cause the frozen
food to defrost.
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Using the freezer efficiently
Freezing large items
Defrosting
If you would like to freeze large items
e.g. turkey or ham, the glass plates
between the drawers can be removed.
Frozen food can be defrosted in
different ways:
– in a microwave oven,
– at room temperature,
^ Remove the top full-width freezer
drawer, and carefully lift and slide out
the glass plates.
– in the refrigerator (the cold given off
by the frozen food helps to keep the
other food cold),
Freezer calendar
– in a steam oven.
The calendar on the freezer drawers
indicates the suggested length of time
(in months) which various foods should
be stored.
Thin pieces of meat and fish can be
placed directly in a hot pan without
defrosting.
If the storage time given on the
packaging differs, follow the advice on
the packaging.
Poultry It is especially important to
observe proper hygiene when
defrosting poultry. Never save the liquid
from defrosted poultry. Drain it away
and promptly wash the container, the
sink and your hands. Danger of
salmonella poisoning.
Type of food
Length of time
(months)
Cakes, ice cream,
stews/soups
2 - 3
Fruit should be defrosted at room
temperature in its packaging, or in a
covered bowl.
Fish, mushrooms,
bread
3 - 5
Most vegetables can be cooked while
still frozen. Simply place directly into
boiling water or hot oil.
Pork, veal, poultry
6 - 8
Beef, fruits,
vegetables
10 - 12
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Using the freezer efficiently
Cooling drinks quickly
Cool pack
To cool drinks quickly, turn on the
Super function for the freezer. See
"Super" for more information.
The cool pack prevents the
temperature in the freezer from rising
too quickly in the event of a power
failure.
Do not leave bottles in the freezer for
more than 1 hour, closed containers
could burst.
Place the cool pack in the top freezer
drawer, directly on top of the food. The
pack will be at its most effective after
approx. 24 hours.
Freezer tray
If there is a power failure the cool pack
will help keep food cold as long as
possible.
The freezer tray can be used to freeze
small items such as berries, herbs and
vegetables. They are frozen individually
and therefore maintain their shape
when defrosted.
When placing fresh food in the freezer,
use the cool pack to separate the fresh
food from the already frozen food. This
will prevent the frozen food from
beginning to thaw.
^ Load the items loosely onto the
freezer tray.
^ Hang the tray on one of the upper
freezer drawers.
Allow 10 - 12 hours for the items to
freeze thoroughly. Then transfer them to
a suitable container or bag.
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Automatic defrosting
Refrigerator section
Freezer section
The refrigerator defrosts automatically.
The freezer defrosts automatically.
During normal operation, condensate
and frost can form on the rear wall of
the refrigerator and drawers.
The moisture generated in the
appliance collects on the condenser
and is automatically defrosted and
dissipated by the condenser from time
to time.
You do not need to remove this
build-up, it will defrost and evaporate
automatically with the heat generated
by the appliance.
This automatic defrosting system
enables the freezer to remain
permanently ice-free, however the food
stored remains frozen.
The condensate is drained away via a
channel and drain hole into an
evaporation system at the back of the
appliance.
Be sure that the condensate channel
and drain hole are kept clean and
are unblocked so that condensate
can flow away easily.
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Adjusting the interior fittings
Moving the shelves
To move the split shelf:
The shelves can be adjusted according ^ Remove both halves of the glass.
to the height of the food:
^ Lift the shelf, pull it forwards slightly,
until the notch at the side is in line
with the shelf support. It can now be
moved up or down as desired.
The raised edge at the back of the shelf
must face upwards to prevent food
from touching the back of the
appliance.
^ Fit the brackets onto the support on
the left and right sides at the desired
Stops prevent the shelves from
unintentionally being pulled out too far.
height.
^ Slide in the glass shelves one after
the other.
Split shelf
To accommodate tall items such as tall
bottles or containers, one of the shelves
is divided. The front section can be
gently pushed under the rear section:
The glass shelf with the raised edge
should be placed at the back.
Fruit and vegetable drawers on
rollers
^ Pull the front half of the glass shelf
forwards slightly, then slide it
carefully under the rear half.
(depending on model)
The fruit and vegetable drawers are
mounted on rollers and can be pulled
out for loading, unloading and cleaning.
The roller inserts can also be removed
for cleaning.
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Adjusting the interior fittings
Moving the adjustable door
shelves
Universal container
Food can be stored as well as served in
the universal container.
^ Lift the shelf up and out of the
stainless steel frame.
The universal container consists of a
deep tray a and a shallow tray b. Both
trays can be fit into the stainless steel
frame.
^ Push the stainless steel frame up and
remove, by pulling it forward.
^ Replace the frame at the desired
height. Ensure that it is securely
pushed back into position.
^ Place the shelf into the frame.
The shelves can be removed for
loading, unloading, cleaning or serving
and then replaced.
^ To use the universal container to
serve food, place the shallow tray b
in the stainless steel frame and use
the deep container as a lid a.
Moving the divider
(depending on model)
The divider can be moved to the left or
right to ensure that bottles are held
securely in position when the door is
opened and closed.
The divider can be removed completely
(e.g. for cleaning):
Lift the front edge of the divider up and
out.
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Cleaning and Care
Before cleaning
To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, disconnect the appliance
from the power supply by shutting
off the power main, tripping the
circuit breaker or unplugging the
power cord before maintenance.
^ Turn off the appliance by pressing
the main switch on the right side of
the control panel.
^ Unplug the power cord.
^ Remove any food from the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
Never use cleaning agents
^ Take out any removable parts,
e.g., shelves, trays, drawers.
containing abrasive substances
such as sand, soda, acids, chlorides
or chemical solvents.
Cleaning the interior and
accessories
Non-abrasive cleaning agents are
also unsuitable, as they can cause
matte areas to appear.
Use a mild solution of warm water and
liquid dish soap. Wash all accessories
and drawers by hand. Do not wash in a
dishwasher.
Do not allow water to get into the
electronic unit or lights.
^ Clean the appliance as needed.
Do not allow water to get into the
condensate channel and drain hole
when cleaning.
^ Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole frequently, so that
condensate can flow away easily.
Use a straw or similar item to clear
the drain if necessary.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
this appliance. Pressurized steam
could penetrate electrical
components and cause a short
circuit.
^ After washing, wipe down the interior
and accessories with a clean wet
cloth, then dry with a soft cloth.
Leave the appliance doors open for a
short time, so the moisture can
evaporate.
^ Clean the stainless steel surfaces
with a suitable stainless steel cleaner
(available from Miele).
This will help protect the stainless
steel and prevent resoiling.
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Cleaning and Care
Ventilation slits
^ Check the ventilation slits regularly.
Remove any dirt/dust with a vacuum
cleaner or brush. Clean as needed.
Door seal
Do not use oil or grease on the door
seals. This may cause the seals to
deteriorate and become porous over
time.
^ Clean the door seals with warm water
and dry thoroughly
After cleaning
^ Return all shelves, drawers and
accessories.
^ Place food back in the refrigerator
section, close the appliance door,
insert the plug in the power outlet
and turn the appliance on.
^ Turn on the Super function for the
freezer to cook the freezer section
quickly. The indicator light will come
on.
^ Once the freezer has reached a
constant of 0°F (-18 °C) or colder,
place the food back in the drawers
and replace them in the freezer
section and turn off the Super
function.
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Frequently asked questions
With the aid of the following guide minor problems can be corrected without a ser-
vice call.
Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in strict
accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs
could cause personal injury or machine damage and may void the warranty.
The refrigerator or freezer section does not get cold.
Possible fault
Solution
The machine is not turned on.
Check whether the appliance is switched on
at the main switch. The appropriate
temperature display must be lit up.
The machine is not plugged in.
Check that the plug is correctly inserted in the
power outlet.
Check that the fuse has not
tripped.
Reset the circuit breaker.
The temperature in the refrigerator or freezer section is too low.
Select a warmer temperature.
The Super function is still on.
See "Setting the temperature".
The Super function automatically turns off
after:
Refrigerator: approx. 6 hours
Freezer:
approx. 30 - 60 hours
(depending on the amount of food frozen).
The door is not closed.
Check that the doors are closed properly.
A large amount of food is being
frozen at the same time.
This makes the compressor run longer,
causing the temperature in the freezer section
to fall automatically.
The freezer section is too warm.
The room temperature is lower
Raise the temperature of the room.
than the ambient temperature for Operating the appliance in a room that is too
which the appliance is designed. cold will cause the cooling system to turn off
for too long, causing the freezer section to
become too warm.
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Frequently asked questions
The door to the freezer section will not open.
Possible fault
Solution
This is not a fault.
Wait a few minutes, then try again. It
should now open without force.
The suction caused by opening and
closing the door too many times in
succession prevents it from opening.
The compressor kicks on very frequently and for too long.
The ventilation slits are covered or
dusty.
Clean with a vacuum or brush.
The doors have been opened too
frequently, or a large amount of fresh
food has been put in at once for
freezing.
Once the fridge/freezer gets down to
the set temperature the compressor will
turn off.
The door is not closed.
Check that the doors have been closed
properly.
The compressor runs continuously.
To save energy, the compressor runs at a lower speed, but for longer, when less
cooling is required. This is not a fault.
The appliance will not turn off.
The safety lock has been activated. (See "Safety Lock".)
The interior lighting of the refrigerator section is not working.
The refrigerator door has been left
open for too long.
The lighting turns itself off automatically
after approx. 15 minutes.
If the lighting does not come on when
the door is opened briefly, but the
temperature display is working, then
the lighting is defective.
Contact Miele Technical Service.
The LED lighting should only be
repaired/replaced by a Miele service
technician. Danger of injury or damage.
The floor of the refrigerator is wet.
The drain hole is blocked.
Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole.
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Frequently asked questions
The alarm sounds.
Possible fault
Solution
Close the door(s).
The appliance door(s) have been
open for longer than 60 seconds.
The alarm sounds and the temperature display for the freezer section
flashes.
The freezer door has been opened This has caused the temperature in the
too frequently.
freezer to rise above the set temperature.
Once the temperature has dropped to the
correct level again the alarm will stop and
the display will stop flashing.
A large amount of food is being
frozen at the same time.
Bars light up or flash in the temperature displays.
Only temperatures within the range of the appliance can be shown in the
display. Check the display again about 6 hours after turning it on.
A fault code of "F0" to "F5" appears in one of the temperature displays.
A fault has occurred. Contact Miele Technical Service.
The Super indicator light for the freezer section and the temperature display
are both flashing.
A fault has occurred. Contact Miele Technical Service.
The Super indicator light for the freezer section is not on, but the
refrigerator is running.
The indicator light is faulty.
Contact Miele Technical Service.
"nA" appears in the temperature display for the freezer section.
The temperature in the freezer
section has risen too high at some
point during the last few days
because of a power failure.
^ Press the alarm off button while "nA" is lit
in the display.
The display will show the warmest
temperature reached in the freezer during
the power failure for about 1 minute. The
display will then revert to the current
temperature in the freezer section.
After the power failure the appliance will
continue running at the last temperature set,
there is no need to re-set.
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Noises
Normal noises
What causes them?
Brrrrr...
Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise
may get louder for brief periods, whenever the motor kicks in.
Blubb, blubb....
Click....
A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating
through the pipes.
Clicking sounds occur whenever the thermostat switches the
motor on or off.
Sssrrrrr....
In multi-zone and frost-free appliances, the movement of air
circulating through the appliance can sometimes just barely be
heard.
Please bear in mind that a certain amount of noise is unavoidable (from the
compressor, and the coolant circulating through the system).
Noises that you can
easily rectify
What causes them, and what can you do about
them?
Rattling, vibrating
The appliance is uneven: Balance the appliance using a level,
and by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the
appliance, or placing something underneath them.
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.
Bottles or containers are 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 service
In the event of a fault which you cannot
easily fix yourself, please contact the
Miele Technical Service Department at
the address on the back of this booklet.
When contacting the Technical Service
department, please quote the model
and serial number of your appliance
given on the data plate inside the
appliance.
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Installation instructions
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use.
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of packing materials
Disposal of an old appliance
The cardboard box and packing
materials are biodegradable and
recyclable. Please recycle.
Old appliances contain materials that
can be recycled. Please contact your
local recycling center about the
possibility of recycling these materials.
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!
Before discarding an old appliance,
disconnect it from the gas and
electrical supply and cut off the power
cord to prevent it from becoming a
hazard.
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Electrical information
The appliance comes with a UL-listed,
3-wire power supply cord.
,Avoid the risk of electrical shock
- Plug into a grounded 3-prong
outlet.
The appliance requires a 3-wire
receptacle.
- Do not move the ground plug.
- Do not use an adapter.
- Do not use an extension cord.
The receptacle must be installed by a
licensed electrician only.
In the case of side-by-side installations,
a separate outlet must be used for each
appliance.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or electrical
shock.
Ideally, the power outlet should be next
to the appliance and easily accessible.
Do not connect the appliance to the
power supply by an extension cord.
Extension cords do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance
(danger of overheating).
Improper connection of the
equipment grounding conductor
may result in electric shock.
If you are in any doubt as to whether
the appliance has been properly
grounded, have the appliance
checked by a qualified electrician or
service technician.
If any changes are needed to the
household wiring or power supply, this
work must be performed by a qualified
electrician.
Installation, repairs and other work
by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer will
not be held responsible for damage
or injury arising from unauthorized
work.
Before installing the appliance,
verify that the voltage, load and
circuit rating information found on
the data plate match the household
electrical supply.
If there are any questions regarding the
electrical connection of this appliance
to the power supply, please consult a
licensed electrician or call the Miele
Technical Service.
V 1-800-565-6435
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Installation
Installation site
Have the appliance installed by a
qualified technician, according to
the enclosed installation instructions.
The appliance should be installed in a
dry, well-ventilated room.
Do not install the appliance:
- outdoors
The manufacturer is not liable for
damage to property due to an
incorrect installation.
- in an environment with dripping
water
- in rooms that are at risk of frost.
,WARNING
The installation location should not be
exposed to direct sunlight, or near a
heat source, such as an oven,
radiator, etc.
This appliance is top-heavy and
must be secured to prevent it from
tipping forward.
The ambient temperature should not
drop below 50°F (10°C) or rise above
110°F (43°C), otherwise malfunctions
may occur.
If installation next to a heat source is
unavoidable, use a suitable insulating
plate or observe the following minimum
distances from the heat source:
– 1 1/4" (3 cm) from an electric cooktop
or oven.
– 12" (30 cm) from a gas cooktop or
oven.
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Installation
Ventilation
Before installation
The air at the rear wall of the appliance
gets warm. Therefore sufficient space
must be provided around the appliance
for ventilation.
^ Remove the cover strip, the sealing
strip and other accessories from the
inside and from the exterior rear wall
of the appliance.
A ventilation gap of at least 1 1/2"
(38 mm) must be provided behind the
appliance.
The air intake to the appliance is made
through the base of the installation
niche. The ventilation cross-section
must be at least 78 3/4 in2 (200 cm2) to
ensure that the warm air can escape
without obstruction.
^ Do not remove the spacers from the
rear wall of the appliance. They
ensure that there is enough space
between the rear wall of the
The air intake and outlet must not be
blocked or covered in any way. They
also need to be dusted/cleaned on a
regular basis.
appliance and the wall.
^ Remove the cable clips from the rear
of the appliance.
^ Check that all the parts on the rear
the appliance can move freely. Bend
any parts carefully if needed.
Did the old appliance have a
different hinge system?
Even if your old appliance had a
different hinge system you can still use
a custom door panel.
^ Un-install the old hinges; they are no
longer necessary, the custom door
panel will be mounted on the
appliance door.
All necessary parts are included with
the appliance or can be ordered from
Miele.
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Installation Dimensions
Freezer section height
Niche height
A
B
KFN 9753 iD
695 (27 3/8")
1772 - 1788 (69 3/4" - 70 3/8")
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Adjusting the door hinges
The door hinges are pre-adjusted so
that the appliance doors can be
opened wide.
If you would like to cushion the doors
for a more gentle opening, you can
increase the spring force of the
appliance door:
By adjusting the hinges the doors' can
be modified so they do not open as far.
For example, when the door is opened
if an adjacent wall or piece of furniture
is in the way, the door angle should be
limited to 90°.
^ Insert the pins (supplied) into the
hinges from above.
This will limit the opening angle of the
appliance door to 90°.
aTo reduce the opening angle:
^ Turn the Allen wrench (provided)
clockwise.
This will tighten the hinge making it
harder to open the door wide.
bTo open the door fully:
^ Turn the Allen wrench (provided)
counterclockwise.
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Adjusting the door hinges
Before installing the appliance, you will
need to decide which side of the door
you would like hinged. For and
left-handed door hinge, follow the
instructions below.
^ Slightly loosen the fastening screws
e at the top, middle and bottom.
^ Slide the appliance doors outwards
and unhinge them.
^ Completely unscrew the fixing
screws e.
Tools needed:
– a Philips head screwdriver,
– a flathead screwdriver,
– various sizes of Torx screwdrivers,
– an open-ended wrench.
^ Open the appliance doors.
^ Loosely screw them into the top,
middle and bottom of the opposite
side of the appliance.
^ Pull the pins up and out of the
hinges (if necessary).
^ Using a flathead screwdriver, lift and
remove the covers a, b and c, as
well as the plugs d.
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Adjusting the door hinges
Removing the door closing device
^ With its exterior facing downwards,
place the appliance door on a stable
surface.
^ Leave the hinges open and remove
the screw in the mounting a.
^ Stand the appliance doors up
individually, and loosen the hinges on
the front (hinges remain open).
Caution! When uninstalled, the door
closing device will snap shut.
^ Loosen the ball joint b using an
open ended wrench.
^ Pull out the plugs a from the top,
middle and bottom (if the plugs are
not in the doors, the are included
separately in the packaging).
^ Remove the door closing device c
together with the ball joint.
^ Remove the screws from all the
hinges b.
Do not remove the door closing
device from the ball joint!
^ Relocate each hinge diagonally in the
opposite corner.
This will damage the device.
Do not close the hinges.
Risk of injury!
^ To tighten the hinges, use a power
screwdriver – the screws b are
self-tapping.
^ Use the plugs a to close the holes
on the opposite side.
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Adjusting the door hinges
Fastening the dampers
^ Hang the appliance doors on the
pre-fitted screws and push the doors
inward.
^ With its exterior facing downwards,
again place the appliance door on a
stable surface.
^ Screw the ball joint b of the door
closing device c into the new fixing
hole.
^ Tighten the screws at the top, middle
and bottom.
^ Pull the door closing device c apart
and hook the mounting a onto the
hinge.
^ Snap on the covers a, b and c.
^ Replace the plugs d.
^ Hold the door closing device in this
position and screw the mounting a
to the hinge.
^ Insert the pins from above (if
necessary).
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Installing the appliance
Installing the appliance as a
room divider
The following installation instructions
are for a right-hinged appliance
door. If you have converted the
appliance door to be left-hinged,
you will need to adapt the
If you wish to install the appliance as a
room divider, the back of the installation
niche must be fitted with a panel, so the
back of the appliance is not exposed.
instructions accordingly.
Aligning the installation niche
Tools needed:
– a Philips head screwdriver,
– various sizes of Torx screwdrivers,
– an open-ended wrench.
Custom door panels
The total weight of the panel(s) must
not exceed the following, otherwise the
hinges may be damaged:
KFN 9753 iD
Upper door..................... 31 lbs (14 kg)
Lower door..................... 27 lbs (12 kg)
Before installing the appliance, the
cabinetry must be carefully aligned
using a level. The cabinetry corners
must be at 90° angles, otherwise the
custom door panels will not be flush
with all 4 corners of the cabinetry.
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Installing the appliance
Preparing the appliance
^ Push the appliance two-thirds of the
way into the installation niche.
Ensure that the power cord does not
get caught.
^ Slide the cover strip a (nobs facing
downwards) into the holder. The
nobs will fit into the holes b.
^ Ensure that the power cord can be
easily plugged in once the appliance
is installed.
^ For 16 mm cabinetry walls only:
Clip the spacers e and f onto the
upper and lower hinges.
^ Screw the provided fixing brackets c
into the pre-drilled holes in the
appliance door using a hex screw d.
(If the custom door panel is large,
screw on an additional pair of brackets
c near the door handle.)
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Installing the appliance
^ Open the appliance doors.
Installing the appliance
^ Using the screws h (M5 x 22), screw Depending on the thickness of the
the plastic bracket g to the door
opening.
niche walls, push the appliance in until :
– the spacers touch the walls a [5/8"
(16 mm) wall thickness].
^ Using the screws j, loosely secure
the fixing bracket i onto the
appliance.
or
– the front edges of the hinges are
flush with the niche wall b [3/4"
(19 mm) wall thickness].
^ If necessary, shorten the sealing strip
k to match the height of the niche.
Remove the protective film.
^ Use an open-ended wrench adjust
the height-adjustable feet as needed,
until the appliance is level c.
^ Starting at the bottom edge of the
fixing bracket i, stick the sealing
strip k on so that it is even with the
front of the appliance on the side the
door opens.
^ Ensure that the plastic bracket d is
flush with the front edge of the niche
walls.
This ensures that a space of 1 5/8"
(42 mm) to the front edges of the side
walls is kept.
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Installing the appliance
This space must also be taken into
account with cabinetry that has a
receding base, even if it means that the
plastic bracket d will project beyond
the base of the cabinetry.
Attaching the appliance to the
installation niche
^ If the cabinetry has door stops (i.e. to
protect from slamming): pull the
appliance forward by distance h so
that a space of 1 5/8" (42 mm) is
created.
The hinges now project by distance h
and the plastic bracket d lines up with
the front edge of the hinge.
If the required distance of 1 5/8"
(42 mm), from the body of the
appliance to the front side of the
cabinetry side wall, is not observed,
the appliance door may not close
properly, causing malfunctions.
^ Push the hinged side of the
appliance to the niche wall.
^ Screw the long screws a
(4 x 19 mm) into all of the hinge
plates.
^ Open the plastic bracket and screw a
long screw b (4 x 19 mm) through
the middle of the long hole.
^ Close the plastic bracket.
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Installing the appliance
Mounting the custom door
panels
^ Set a gap of 5/16" (8 mm) between
the appliance door and the fixing
bracket a.
^ Screw the screw c through the fixing
bracket d.
^ Slide the mounting aids b to the
height of the custom door: The lower
edge X of the mounting aids must be
at the same height as the upper edge
of the custom door to be mounted
(see - in the illustration).
^ Push the bracket towards the niche
wall and tighten the screws e.
^ Close the bracket f.
^ Close the appliance doors.
^ Unscrew the nuts c, remove the
fixing bracket d and the mounting
aids.
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Installing the appliance
^ Hang the custom door on the
adjusting bolts h.
^ With a pencil, lightly mark a line down
the center of the inside of the custom
door.
^ Loosely attached the nuts c onto the
adjusting bolts.
^ Hang the fixing bracket d with the
mounting aids on the inside of the
custom door. Align the bracket
centrally.
^ Close the door. Check the distance
between the custom door and
adjacent cabinetry doors.
^ Align the custom door with the
adjacent cabinetry doors:
^ Secure the fixing bracket with at least
6 screws e (4 x 14 mm). (For
framed doors, use only 4 screws at
the edge).
Side adjustments X are achieved by
sliding the cabinetry door.
Height adjustments Y are achieved
by turning the adjustment bolts h
with a flathead screwdriver.
^ Carefully pull the mounting aids up
and out f.
^ Turn them around, and fit them into
the middle slots of the fixing bracket
g for safe keeping.
^ Tighten the nuts c.
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Installing the appliance
Securing the appliance door to the
custom door panel
^ Secure the fixing bracket using the
pre-drilled holes a using the (4 x
14 mm) screws b.
^ Close both the doors and align them
with the adjacent cabinetry doors.
Ensure that the two metal edges are
flush (symbol //).
^ While holding the adjusting bolts g
with a screwdriver, tighten the nuts e
on the appliance doors using a
wrench f.
– Align depth Z on the custom door:
Loosen the screws at the top of the
appliance doors c and the bottom of
the fixing bracket d. Adjust the
^ The cover strip h must not protrude,
it must be completely inside in the
niche.
custom door to create a space of
1/16" (2 mm) between the custom
door and the front edge of the niche.
^ Re-tighten all the screws.
^ Secure the appliance again at the
bottom with a screw i through the
round hole in the plastic bracket j.
^ Close the plastic bracket.
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Installing the appliance
The following confirms that the
appliance is installed correctly:
– The doors close properly.
– The doors do not touch the
cabinetry.
– The seal at the upper corner of the
hinged-side contacts tightly.
^ To verify this, place a flashlight in the
appliance and close the appliance
doors.
Turn off the lights and check whether
the light is visible from inside the
appliance. If light is seen, check the
individual installation steps again.
^ Replace the upper cover k.
^ Replace the side covers l.
^ Replace the side covers m.
Be sure all of the covers click into
place.
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