Miele KDB 37232 iD Bedienungsanleitung

Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge freezer KDN 37232 iD To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 09 485 720 e n-G B[...]

Guide to the appliance .............................................4 Optional accessories ................................................6 Bottle rack ......................................................6 Split shelf ......................................................6 Caring for the environment ..........................................7 Wa[...]

Freezing and storing food ..........................................3 1 Maximum freezing capacity ..........................................3 1 Freezing fresh food ................................................3 1 Storing frozen food ................................................3 1 Home freezing ................................................[...]

Control panel a On/Off button b Temperature selector button c Display d Alarm symbol e Super freeze symbol f Lock symbol g Temperature display h Super freeze button i Alarm off button j Menu symbol (Settings mode: For activating and deactivating the lock) Guide to the appliance 4[...]

a Control panel b Fan c Interior lighting d Door shelf / Egg tray e Adjustable shelf f Bottle shelf g Fruit and vegetable drawer h Condensate channel and drain hole i Freezer drawers Guide to the appliance 5[...]

Optional accessories Bottle rack Bottles can be stored horizontally using the bottle rack to save space. The bottle rack can be placed at different positions in the appliance. Split shelf In order to accommodate tall items in the appliance, one of the shelves is divided. The front section can be carefully pushed under the rear section. Microfibre c[...]

Disposal of the packing material The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled. Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces[...]

This appliance complies with all statutory safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before installation and before using it for the first time. They contain important information on install[...]

~ The appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or other such materials or products. Incorrect use of the appliance for such purposes can cause deterioration of the items stored. The appliance is not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of explosion. Miele cannot be held liabl[...]

~ Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must be kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing, children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their head and suffocate. Technical safety ~ The coolant system is tested for leaks. The appliance complies with statutory safety requirements and the appropri[...]

~ The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up. For ever y8go f coolant at least 1 m 3 of room space is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside [...]

~ This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g. on a ship). ~ A damaged appliance can be dangerous. Check the appliance for visible signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance. ~ For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it has been built in. ~ The appliance must be disconnected from the mains electricity sup[...]

Correct use ~ The 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. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature will lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods [...]

~ If storing alcohol with a high percentage proof, make sure it is tightly closed and stored upright. Danger of explosion. ~ When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer section, make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour, otherwise they could burst, causing injury or damage. ~ Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the applianc[...]

Cleaning and care ~ Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals, as these will cause the seals to deteriorate and become porous with time. ~ Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit. ~ Do not use sharp edged objects to – remove frost and ice, – lift food[...]

Disposal of your old appliance ~ Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch or lock unusable. This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives. ~ Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst awaiting disposal, e.g. by – puncturing the refrigerant channels in th[...]

Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Installation site / Maintenance In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20°C. Where there[...]

Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Use Drawers, shelves and racks arranged as they were when the appliance was delivered. Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible. Store food in an organised way. Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness. The appliance works harder t[...]

Before using for the first time 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. ^ Carefully remove the protective foil from the stainless steel trim. Cleaning ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories. See "Cleaning and c[...]

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 it. If, during a long absence, the appliance is switched off but not cleaned out and the doors [...]

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. The temperature in the appliance will rise:[...]

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 4° C , ^ Press the temperature selector button repeatedly until the lights up in the temperature display. The average temperature in the freezer section will then be[...]

Settings mode The lock is activated or deactivated in Settings mode. Activating or deactivating the lock c Settings mode is represented in the display by the Menu symbol X . See below for instructions on how to activate or deactivate the lock . Activating or deactivating the lock The lock can be activated to prevent the appliance being switched off[...]

– To deactivate the lock ^ Press the Super freeze button for approx. five seconds. The Lock symbol 0 and the Menu symbol X will light up and c will flash in the display. Settings mode is now activated. ^ Press the Super freeze button briefly to call up the lock function. c0 will appear in the display. ^ Press the Super freeze button briefly to de[...]

Super freeze For optimum results switch on the Super freeze function before putting fresh food into the freezer section. This helps food to freeze quickly and retain its nutrients, vitamins, flavours and appearance. Super freeze is not necessary: – when placing food in the freezer section that is already frozen. – when freezing up to 1 kg fresh[...]

This appliance has a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the freezer section cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid energy being wasted if a door is left open. Temperature alarm An alarm will sound if the temperature in the freezer section becomes too warm. The temperature display and the alarm symbol ; will also flash. The temperature[...]

Different storage zones 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. Warmest area The warmest area is in the top section at the front and in the d[...]

Food which is not suitable for storing in the refrigerator Not all food is suitable for storing in a refrigerator at temperatures below 5°C as some food is sensitive to cold. The appearance, consistency, taste and / or the vitamin content of certain types of food can be adversely affected by being stored in too cold a place. Food which does not to[...]

Storing food correctly Food should generally be stored covered or packaged. This will prevent food smells from affecting other food, food from drying out, and also any cross-contamination of bacteria. This is particularly important for protein-based food such as meat or fish. The growth of bacteria, such as salmonella, can be avoided by setting the[...]

Adjusting the door shelf/bottle shelf ^ 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 pushed back into position securely. Moving the bottle holder The bottle holder can be moved to the left or right to create more room for drinks cartons, for ex[...]

Maximum freezing capacity 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 exceeded. The maximum freezing capacity for freezing within a 24-hour period is given on the data plate: "Freezing capacity ....kg/24 hrs". The maximum freezing capacity gi[...]

Home freezing Only freeze fresh food which is in a good condition. Hints on home freezing – The following types of food are suitable for freezing: Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish, vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy products, pastry, leftovers, egg yolks, egg whites and a range of pre-cooked meals. – The following types of food are not suitab[...]

^ Make a note of the contents and the date of freezing on the packaging. Before placing food in the freezer section ^ When freezing more than 1 kg of fresh food, switch on the Super freeze function for some time before placing the food in the freezer (see "Using Super freeze"). This helps food that is already in the freezer section to sta[...]

Defrosting Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways: – in a microwave oven, – in an oven using the "Fan" or "Defrost" setting, – at room temperature, – in the refrigerator (the cold given off by the frozen food helps to keep the other food cold), – in a steam oven. Poultry It is particularly important to observe [...]

Refrigerator section The refrigerator 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 warmth generated by the compressor. The condensate is drained away via a channel and drain h[...]

Do not let water get into the electronic unit or into the light. Do not let water get into the condensate channel and drain hole when cleaning. Do not use steam cleaning apparatus to clean the appliance. Steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit. The data plate located inside the appliance must not be removed. It contains in[...]

Cleaning the interior and accessories The appliance should be cleaned regularly, at least once a month. Remove any obvious soiling immedi - ately and do not let it dry on. ^ Clean the interior surfaces and accessories with a solution of lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid. After cleaning, wipe with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. T[...]

Door seals Do not use any oils or grease on the door seals as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time. ^ The door seals should be cleaned regularly with clean water, and then wiped dry with a soft cloth. After cleaning ^ Replace all shelves and accessories in the appliance. ^ Reconnect to the mains and switch the applia[...]

Some minor problems can be corrected without contacting Miele. The following overview is designed to help you resolve these yourself. If having followed the suggestions below, you still cannot resolve the problem, please contact Miele. To prevent unnecessary loss of temperature it is advisable not to open the appliance while waiting for it to be se[...]

The compressor is switching on too frequently and for too long, so the temperature in the appliance is dropping. Problem Possible cause Remedy The temperature inside the appliance is too low. The temperature inside the appliance is set too low. ^ Set the correct temperature setting. The freezer section door is not properly closed. ^ Close the door [...]

Problem Possible cause Remedy The compressor switches on too frequently and for longer. The ventilation gaps in the housing unit are covered or dusty. ^ Uncover the ventilation gaps. ^ Dust the ventilation gaps regularly. The refrigerator door or the freezer door has been opened too frequently, or a large amount of fresh food has been put in at onc[...]

The compressor is switching on less frequently than it should and for shorter periods of time, so the temperature in the appliance is increasing. Problem Possible cause Remedy The temperature inside the appliance is too high. This is not a fault. ^ Set the correct temperature settings. ^ Check the temperature again in 24 hours time. Frozen food is [...]

Interior lighting Problem Possible cause Remedy The interior lighting is not working. The appliance has not been switched on. ^ Press the On/Off button. To avoid overheating, the lighting switches itself off automatically after approx. 15 minutes if the door is left open. If this is not the case, then there is a fault. Call Miele Service. The LED l[...]

Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The freezer section door cannot be opened several times in succession. This is not a fault. The suction caused by opening and closing the door several times in succession is preventing it from opening. Wait a few minutes and then try again. It should now open without force. This is normal and does not re[...]

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.... A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating through the pipes. Click.... Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the motor on and off. Sssrrrr[...]

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). Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes. When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial numb[...]

Testing must be carried out in accordance with the relevant Norms and Directives . In addition, the following manufacturer's instructions should be observed when preparing and carrying out tests: – Loading plans , – Instructions in the Operating and installation instructions . Note for test institutes 47[...]

Electrical connection U.K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK). 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 ensur[...]

This appliance must be built in, otherwise it could tip up. Location This appliance 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 higher the ambient temperature of the room, the more energy the appliance requires to operate. The appliance should b[...]

Ventilation Specified ventilation gaps must be maintained. Otherwise the compressor will come on more frequently and for longer, resulting in an increase in electricity consumption and also an increase in the operating temperature of the compressor, which can damage it. Air at the back of the appliance gets warm. The appliance housing unit must be [...]

Before installing the appliance ^ Take the accessory pack which includes installation parts and other accessories out of the appliance and remove the packaging strap holding the door in place. ^ Do not remove the following from the back of the appliance: – The spacers (depending on model). These ensure the gap required between the back of the app[...]

Before installing the appliance make sure the housing unit is the correct size. Specified ventilation gaps must be maintained in order to ensure the appliance functions correctly. Niche height [mm] A Freezer section B KDN 37232 iD 1772 – 1788 695 Building-in dimensions 52[...]

Two people are needed for changing the door hinging. The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left-hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. To change the door hinging you will need the following tools : ^ Open both appliance doors. ^ Remove all shelves from the appliance door. ^ Remove covers a , b , c and d . Changing t[...]

^ Slightly loosen screws e and f in the hinges. ^ Push doors g and h outwards and take them off their hinges. ^ Remove screws e . ^ Fit bracket i to the opposite side, and loosely fit screws e . ^ Unscrew fixing screws f completely, and loosely screw them into the holes on the opposite side. If you have put locking pins into the hinges to stop the [...]

Carry out the following steps on both doors. ^ Place the dismantled door with the outer side facing upwards on a stable surface. Do not close the hinges. Danger of injury. ^ Rremove screws j . ^ Replace the hinges in their diagonally opposite corners k . ^ Push doors g and h onto pre-fitted screws e and f , then tighten screws e and f . ^ Refit cov[...]

Two people are needed for installing this appliance. ^ The appliance must be installed in stable and correctly aligned kitchen furniture on a level surface. ^ The housing unit must be secured against the risk of tipping. ^ Use a spirit level to align the housing unit. The unit corners must be at right angles, as otherwise the furniture door will no[...]

The following installation parts are required All installation parts are number coded. This coding is also used in the installation instructions. – required for installing the appliance in its housing unit: – required for fitting the furniture door: All fitting instructions given are for a right-hand hinged appliance. If you have converted the [...]

^ Screw bracket d using hex screw e to the pre-drilled holes in the appliance door. ^ Push the appliance two-thirds of the way into its niche. When doing this, make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped. Tip to help you push it into position: Secure a length of string to the plug to "increase" the length of the connection cable. [...]

^ Remove the cover f . ^ Secure part g using screws h loosely into the top left-hand side of the appliance. Do not tighten the screws so that you can adjust the position of this part. ^ Fit stopper i onto fixing bracket j . ^ Then screw fixing bracket j using screws k loosely into the bottom of the appliance. Do not tighten the screws so that you c[...]

Installing the appliance ^ Push the appliance into the niche until all fixing brackets are in line with the front edge of the furniture unit side wall. – n With 16 mm thick walls: The spacers should touch the front edge at the top and bottom of the side walls of the housing unit. – o With 19 mm thick walls: The front edges of the top and bottom[...]

Securing the appliance in the niche ^ Press the appliance against the side of the housing unit on the hinge side. ^ Secure the appliance in the housing unit by screwing chip board screws s through the tabs on the hinges at the top, bottom and middle of the appliance. ^ Push the loose bracket up against the furniture wall. ^ Attach fixing bracket j [...]

^ Snap off any protruding ends from the fixing bracket. They are no longer required. ^ Replace covers f and u on the fixing brackets. For additional stability of the appliance in the unit push the rods supplied in underneath the appliance in between it and the floor of the housing unit. ^ Then secure handle v to one of the rods w . ^ Use the handle[...]

Fitting the furniture doors The furniture door must be at least 16 mm thick and not exceed 19 mm thick. The following gap dimensions must be maintained: – The gap between the furniture door and a unit door above must be at least 3 mm. – The vertical gap between furniture doors should also be about 3 mm. The exact dimension will vary depending o[...]

Carry out the following steps on both doors. ^ A gap of 8 mm is set ex-works between the appliance door and the fixing bracket. Double check this gap and reset it if necessary. ^ Push fitting aids b up to the height of the furniture door: the lower edge X of the fitting aids must be at the same height as the upper edge of the furniture door being f[...]

^ Place the furniture door with the outer side downwards on a stable surface. ^ Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door e . ^ Hang fixing bracket d with the fitting aids onto the inside of the furniture door. Align the fixing bracket centrally. ^ Attach the fixing bracket securely using at least 6 sho[...]

^ Open the appliance door. ^ Hang the furniture door onto adjusting bolts h . ^ Loosely attach nuts c on the adjusting bolts. ^ Close the door and check the distance between the door and neighbouring furniture doors. The gap should be even. Aling the door – Side adjustments (X) ^ Slide the furniture door. – Height adjustment (Y) ^ Use a screwdr[...]

^ Whilst counterholding adjusting bolts h with a screwdriver, tighten nuts c on the appliance doors with ring spanner j . ^ Cover strip k must be completely hidden in the niche, and must not protrude. ^ Drill holes l in the furniture door and fit screws m . Make sure the two metal edges are aligned (Symbol II ). ^ Close both doors. Aligning the doo[...]

^ Tighten all screws again. ^ Replace top cover o , and click it into place. ^ Replace side covers p , making sure you hear them click into place. To make sure the appliance is correctly fitted: – The doors must close properly. – The doors must not touch the housing unit. – The seals at the top edge of the handle side must fit properly. ^ To [...]

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