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- Page 1 Operating and Installation Instructions Fridge-Freezer Combination KFN 14943 SD ed/cs en - CA To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 10 012 210...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Description of the appliance ......... 5 Caring for the environment . - Page 3 Contents Adjusting the interior fittings ........28 Moving the shelves .
- Page 4 Contents Troubleshooting..........43 Noises .
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Page 5: Description Of The Appliance
Description of the appliance a ON button for the whole appliance g Button for switching between the and ON/OFF button for switching the refrigerator and freezer sections refrigerator and freezer sections on (top: Refrigerator symbol; and off individually bottom: Freezer symbol) b DynaCool button h Button to set the temperature (Y for warmer) - Page 6 Description of the appliance a Fan b Interior lighting c Butter and cheese compartment d Bottle shelf e Egg tray / serving shelf f Retainer for the Active AirClean filter g Shelves h Condensate channel and drain hole i Fruit and vegetable drawers j Bottle divider k Bottle shelf l Freezer drawers with...
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Page 7: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Disposal of packing materials Disposal of an old appliance The cardboard box and packing Old appliances contain materials that materials are biodegradable and can be recycled. Please contact your recyclable. Please recycle. local recycling center about the possibility of recycling these materials. -
Page 8: Warning And Safety Instructions
Warning and Safety Instructions Correct use This appliance complies with all This appliance is intended for applicable safety laws and domestic use only, specifically for the regulations. However, improper use cool storage of food and drinks, for can result in personal injury and storing frozen food, for freezing fresh material damage. -
Page 9: Technical Safety
If the connection cable is damaged it Do not connect the appliance to the must be replaced by a Miele approved power supply by an extension cord or service technician to protect the user power bar, as they do not guarantee from danger. - Page 10 Defective components should only Never store explosive materials or be replaced with genuine Miele original products with flammable propellants spare parts only. Only with these parts (spray cans, for example) in the does the manufacturer guarantee that appliance.
- Page 11 Warning and Safety Instructions Do not store cans or bottles in the Do not use defrosting sprays or freezer section that contain carbonated de-icers. beverages or liquids that could freeze. They may cause a build-up of The cans or bottles could burst. potentially explosive gasses or contain Risk of personal injury or damage to the substances that can damage the...
- Page 12 Warning and Safety Instructions For stainless steel appliances: Do not put sticky notes, transparent tape, masking tape or other adhesive on the coated surface of the door, since the coating is getting damaged and loses its protective effect against soiling. The high quality surface coating of the door is getting easily scratched.
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Page 13: How To Save Energy
How to save energy Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption In a well ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly ventilated Installation site room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Away from heat sources (radiator, Near heat sources (radiator, stove/oven). stove/oven). -
Page 14: Turning The Appliance On And Off
As soon as the coating that is resistant to soiling. Do temperature drops below 0 °C, the not wipe these with the Miele temperature display will show the stainless steel conditioner! actual temperature in the freezer section. -
Page 15: Turning The Appliance Off
Turning the appliance On and Off The "Freezer" symbol and the Alarm off – select either Super cool or Super button will flash until the temperature in freeze, or the freezer section is cold enough. – adjust the temperature. The appliance will now start cooling, Please refer to the relevant section in and the interior light of the refrigerator the manual for more information. -
Page 16: Settings Mode
Turning the appliance On and Off Settings mode Certain appliance settings can only be selected in the settings mode. How to enter the settings mode and how to change the settings is ^ Select the appliance section you wish described in the respective sections of to turn off. -
Page 17: Turning The Button Sound On And Off
Turning the appliance On and Off Turning the button sound on and off Activating and deactivating the safety lock If you prefer the buttons to be silent when touched, you can turn the button The safety lock can be activated to sound off. -
Page 18: Switching Off For Extended Periods Of Time
Turning the appliance On and Off ^ Tap the On/Off button to confirm the new setting. ^ Keep tapping the Xbutton until c is displayed. ^ Tap the On/Off button. You have now left the settings mode. The safety lock indicator light will light up when the safety lock has been activated. -
Page 19: The Correct Temperature
The correct temperature . . . in the freezer The correct temperature is very important for storing food. If food is not For freezing fresh food and storing stored at the correct temperature, frozen food for longer periods of time, bacteria can multiply rapidly, causing the temperature needs to be at least the food to spoil. -
Page 20: Setting The Temperature
The correct temperature Setting the temperature – Holding down the button will adjust the temperature continuously. The temperatures for the refrigerator When the highest / lowest section and the freezer section are set temperature is reached the X / Y separately. -
Page 21: Changing The Brightness Of The Temperature Display
The correct temperature Changing the brightness of the Changing the temperature display temperature display (Celsius/Fahrenheit) You can adjust the brightness of the The temperature can be displayed in temperature display to suit the lighting either Celsius or Fahrenheit. conditions of the room. ^ Touch the X button and keep your finger on the button. -
Page 22: Alarm
Alarm Switching the alarm off early The appliance is equipped with an alarm system to ensure that the If the alarm signal bothers you, it can temperature in the freezer section does be silenced. not rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if the door is left open. -
Page 23: Door Alarm
Alarm Door alarm If one of the appliance doors is left open for longer than approx. 2 minutes, the alarm signal will sound. The alarm off button lights up red and the symbol of the temperature section with the open door flashes. Once the appliance door is shut, the alarm stops and the displays go out. -
Page 24: Super Cool, Super Freeze And Dynacool
Super Cool, Super Freeze and DynaCool Super Cool Switching Super Cool OFF The Super Cool function can be used to The Super Cool function automatically rapidly reduce the temperature in the switches off after approx. 6 hours. The refrigerator section to its lowest setting appliance will then continue to run at (depends on the room temperature). -
Page 25: Super Freeze
Super Cool, Super Freeze and DynaCool Super Freeze The appliance will now work at full power to lower the temperature in the For best results, switch on the Super freezer section. Freeze function before putting fresh food into the freezer. Switching Super Freeze OFF Fresh food will be frozen quickly, so Depending on the amount of food... -
Page 26: Dynacool
Super Cool, Super Freeze and DynaCool DynaCool If the dynamic cooling function (DynaCool) is not switched on, the natural circulation of air in the ^ Tap the dynamic cooling button, and appliance can create different the indicator light will come on temperature zones in the refrigerator as yellow. -
Page 27: Using The Refrigerator Efficiently
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 air in should be kept at a temperature of the appliance, there are different approx. 4°C . temperature zones in the refrigerator. -
Page 28: Adjusting The Interior Fittings
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves To move the split shelf ^ remove the two halves of the glass The shelves in the refrigerator section can be adjusted according to the plate and height of the food. ^ Lift the shelf, pull it forwards slightly, lift the recess over the support ribs and move the shelf up or down. -
Page 29: Moving The Serving Shelf / Bottle Shelf
Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the serving shelf / Universal box bottle shelf Food can be stored as well as served in ^ Lift the hanging container up and out the universal box. of the stainless steel support frame. ^ Push the stainless steel support frame up and remove it by pulling it forward. -
Page 30: Adjusting The Bottle Divider
Adjusting the interior fittings Adjusting the bottle divider The bottle divider can be moved to the left or right. This holds the bottles more securely in position when the door is opened and closed. The bottle divider can be removed completely (e.g. -
Page 31: Freezing And Storing Food
Freezing and storing food Maximum freezing capacity Storing frozen food To ensure that fresh food placed in the When buying frozen food to store in freezer freezes through to the core as your freezer, make sure to check: quickly as possible, the maximum –... -
Page 32: Home Freezing
Freezing and storing food Home freezing note that the flavour of some spices deteriorates when frozen. Only freeze food that is fresh and in good condition! – Do not place very warm or hot foods or beverages in the freezer to Hints for home freezing prevent already frozen food from thawing and to save energy. -
Page 33: Before Placing Food In The Freezer
Freezing and storing food Before placing food in the freezer When freezing, make sure that ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of already frozen food does not come fresh food, switch on the Super into contact with fresh food being Freeze function ahead of time (see frozen so that the frozen food does Super Freeze). -
Page 34: Defrosting Frozen Foods
Freezing and storing food Defrosting frozen foods Making ice cubes Frozen food can be defrosted in various ways: – in the microwave, – in a regular oven, using the "fan" or "defrost" setting, ^ Fill the ice cube tray three quarters –... -
Page 35: Using The Cool Pack
Freezing and storing food Using the cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer from rising too quickly in the event of a power outage. Place the cool pack in the upper drawer, directly on top of the food. The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approximately 24 hours. -
Page 36: Automatic Defrosting
Automatic defrosting Refrigerator section Freezer section The refrigerator defrosts automatically. The freezer defrosts automatically. During normal operation, condensate The moisture generated in the and frost can build up on the rear wall appliance collects on the condenser of the refrigerator and drawers. and is automatically defrosted and You do not need to remove this, as it dissipated by the condenser from time... -
Page 37: Cleaning And Care
^ Unplug the power cord from the wall Miele stainless steel conditioner socket or turn the circuit breaker off (available from Miele Customer Ser- in the electrical panel. vice). ^ Remove any chilled food from the It contains substances that protect appliance and store it in a cool place. -
Page 38: Cleaning The Interiorand Accessories
Cleaning and care ^ To clean the bottle and serving Cleaning the interior and shelves in the door remove the accessories hanging containers from their ^ Clean the appliance at least once a stainless steel frames for cleaning. month. To remove the stainless steel cover of Use lukewarm water and some liquid the butter and cheese compartment dish soap for cleaning. -
Page 39: Appliance Doors, Side Walls
^ Wipe the stainless steel covers and cloth. stainless steel frames down with Miele stainless steel conditioner im- For stainless steel appliances, the mediately after each cleaning. following also applies: This protects the stainless steel –... -
Page 40: Ventilation Slits
Cleaning and care Ventilation slits After cleaning ^ The ventilation slits should be ^ Replace all the parts of the cleaned on a regular basis with a refrigerator section. brush or vacuum cleaner. A build-up ^ Return food to the refrigerator of dust will increase the amount of section, energy the appliance consumes. -
Page 41: Active Charcoal Filter
If you do not have any new active charcoal filters, you can order new ones from your Miele dealer. You can change the active charcoal filters at a later date. ^ Pull the retainer for the active If you are bothered by the red active charcoal filters up and off the shelf. - Page 42 (with retainer) in the appliance. Active AirClean filters and retainers ^ Now tap once on the ON/OFF button are available from your Miele dealer (WITHOUT releasing the X button!). or from Miele Customer Service. ^ Keep your finger on the X button for another 5 seconds until c is displayed.
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Page 43: Troubleshooting
^ Check whether the circuit breaker of . . . the compressor is switching on the house wiring system is switched too frequently and for too long? off. If so, contact Miele Customer Ser- ^ Check whether the ventilation slits vice. are blocked or dusty. - Page 44 Therefore If necessary, order replacement filters it may become too warm in the freezer from your Miele dealer. section.."nA" appears in the temperature . . . food has frozen to the freezer...
- Page 45 ^ Clean the condensate channel and the drain hole. If a malfunction cannot be corrected using this troubleshooting guide, please contact Miele Customer Ser- vice. To prevent cold from escaping, open the appliance doors as little as ^ Remove the front panel.
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Page 46: Noises
Noises Normal noises What causes them? Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise Brrrrr... may get louder for brief periods, whenever the motor kicks in. Blubb, blubb..A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes. Click.. -
Page 47: After Sales Service
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... -
Page 48: Electrical Information
If any changes are needed to the electrical connection of this appliance household wiring or power supply, this to the power supply, please consult a work must be performed by a qualified licensed electrician or call the Miele electrician. Technical Service. V 1-800-565-6435... -
Page 49: Installation Information
Installation information If the room is too cold, it will cause the Do not place any devices that cooling system in the appliance to produce heat (such as a toaster or remain off for too long. This may lead to microwave) on top of the appliance. -
Page 50: Adjustments
Installation information Adjustments ^ Use the wrench provided to adjust the front feet as needed, so that the appliance is levelled. Supporting the appliance door ^ In any case unscrew foot a until it is on the ground. Then unscrew the foot another 90°. -
Page 51: Appliance Dimensions
Installation information Appliance dimensions KFN 14943 SD ed/cs 2020 mm 747 mm 630 mm 1330 mm 790 mm (79 17/32") (29 3/8") (24 13/16") (52 3/8") (31 3/32") If the gap between the rear of the appliance and the wall is less than 2 inch... -
Page 52: Changing The Door Hinging
Changing the door hinging The appliance comes with right-hand hinging. If left-hand door hinging is required, the door hinge must be changed: You will need the following tools to change the door hinging: – a Phillips screwdriver, – a flathead screwdriver, –... - Page 53 Changing the door hinging Before changing the hinging, remove any items of food from the shelves in the appliance door. Removing the top soft-close mechanism: ^ Open the top door of the appliance. ^ Slide panel a in the direction of the appliance and leave it hanging between the door and the appliance.
- Page 54 Changing the door hinging ^ Remove cover d. Removing the top door of the appliance: Now the soft-close mechanism and the appliance are no longer connected. ^ Remove panel a. ^ Loosen the cover h by carefully sliding a flathead screwdriver from ^ Push the shock absorber arm f as below into the recess.
- Page 55 Changing the door hinging Caution! The top door of the Be careful not to damage the door appliance is no longer secured as seal. soon as the hinge bracket is If the door seal is damaged, the removed! appliance door may not close properly and there will not be ^ Close the top door of the appliance.
- Page 56 Changing the door hinging ^ Put the spacer aside. Removing the bottom door of the appliance: ^ Close the bottom door of the appliance. ^ Push pin e up and out. Now the soft-close mechanism and the appliance are no longer connected. ^ Remove panel a.
- Page 57 Changing the door hinging ^ Unscrew the bearing mechanism g from the hinge bracket h, turn it 180° and screw it into the opposite hole of the hinge bracket. ^ Insert the plug d in the other hole. ^ Remove cover h. ^ Remove screw i and insert it in the outermost hole on the opposite side.
- Page 58 Changing the door hinging ^ Hook the spacer on the handle side into the retainer (A). ^ Insert the bearing pin i in the centre ^ Hook the soft-close mechanism into of the appliance through the hinge bracket k into the bottom door of the the retainer (B) on the appliance side.
- Page 59 Changing the door hinging Mounting the top door of the appliance: ^ Place the top door of the appliance on the bearing pin i in the middle of the appliance. ^ Close the top door of the appliance. ^ Hang the panel b on the shock absorber arm d.
- Page 60 Changing the door hinging Mounting the top soft-close mechanism: ^ With screw c, attach the spacer and the soft-close mechanism. ^ Remove the cover a from the panel b, turn it 180° and replace it on the other side. ^ Hang the panel b on the shock absorber arm d.
- Page 61 Changing the door hinging ^ Remove the securing device g. The mounting plate c must be positioned on the door housing in such a way that when the door is closed the mounting plate is aligned with the outside wall of the appliance. If this is not the case, ^ turn both of the pre-mounted set screws a with an Allen key until the...
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Page 62: Aligning The Appliance Doors
Aligning the appliance doors The appliance doors can be aligned Align the top door using the elongated with the appliance housing afterwards. holes in the middle hinge bracket: In the following figure, the appliance door is not closed so that the individual steps can be seen more clearly. -
Page 63: Installing The Appliance
Installing the appliance The ventilation cross-sections must not be blocked or covered in any way. They also need to be dusted/cleaned on a regular basis. If installing with standard kitchen cabinets (max. depth 580 mm), the appliance can be set up directly next to the kitchen cabinet. - Page 64 Alteration rights reserved / 5014 M.-Nr. 10 012 210 / 04 M.-Nr. 10 012 210 / 04 KFN 14943 SD ed/cs To obtain the most recent version of this guide, please visit the website of Miele.