Miele KFN 8452 SD manual

Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge freezer with dynamic cooling KFN 8452 SD To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time. M.-Nr. 06 642 440 e n-G B[...]

Description of the the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 How to save energy .[...]

Freezer calendar ..................................................2 5 Marker system for frozen food ........................................2 5 Defrosting .......................................................2 5 Ice cube tray .....................................................2 6 Cooling drinks .................................................[...]

a Refrigerator section On/Off and temperature dial b Alarm off button and indicator light c Refrigerator section temperature display d Freezer section temperature display e Super freeze button and indicator light f Master dial for switching the whole appliance on and off and for selecting the temperature of the freezer section Description of the th[...]

a Butter and cheese compartment b Dynamic cooling fan with On/Off switch c Interior lighting d Egg tray e Door shelf f Shelf g Bottle rack h Condensate channel and drain hole i Fruit and vegetable containers j Bottle divider * k Freezer drawers with freezer calendar l Marker system for frozen food * depending on model Description of the the applian[...]

Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal, and can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation! Rather than just thro[...]

This appliance complies with all relevant legal safety requirements. Improper use can, however, present a risk of both personal injury and material damage. 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 notes on t[...]

Technical safety ~ Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. ~ This appliance contains the coolant Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is flammable, it does not damage the ozone layer and does not increase the greenhouse effect[...]

~ Safe operation of the appliance is only assured if it has been installed and connected in accordance with these operating and installation instructions. ~ This equipment may only be used in mobile installations such as ships, caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer. ~ [...]

~ When cooling drinks quickly in the freezer, make sure bottles are not left in for more than one hour; otherwise they could burst. This could result in injury or damage. ~ Observe the "use by" dates given on food to avoid the risk of food poisoning. Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness and quality of the [...]

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 In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient room temperature is approx. 20°C. Where t[...]

Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Defrosting Defrost the freezer compartment when a layer of ice 0.5 cm thick has built up. A layer of ice hinders the cold from reaching the frozen food, and causes an increase in energy consumption. How to save energy 13[...]

Before using for the first time ^ Clean the inside of the appliance and the accessories with warm water and a little washing-up liquid, and then dry with a soft cloth. Important: To ensure the correct functioning of the appliance, let it stand for between 1½ and 2 hours after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains.[...]

To switch the refrigerator section on again ^ Using a coin turn the On/Off dial for the refrigerator section in a clockwise direction away from the "0" position. The refrigerator section temperature display will light up. The refrigerator section will start cooling. The interior light will come on when the door is opened. Switching off fo[...]

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:[...]

Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the freezer cannot rise unnoticed. An alarm will sound and the alarm indicator light will flash if the temperature becomes too warm. For example, the alarm may sound and the alarm indicator light may flash, – if you freeze a large amount of food at once wit[...]

Freezing fresh food Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible. This way the nutritional value of the food, its vitamin content, appearance and taste are not impaired. Food which takes a long time to freeze will lose more water from its cells, which then shrink. During the defrosting process, only some of this water is reabsorbed by the cel[...]

Switching off Super freeze The Super freeze function will switch off automatically after approx. 65 hours. The indicator light will go out and the appliance will run at normal power again. To save energy the Super freeze function can be switched off once a constant temperature of -18 °C or colder has been reached in the freezer section. You should[...]

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 of the door. Use this for[...]

Storing food correctly Store food covered or packaged. This will prevent food smells or tastes from affecting other foods, and prevent food from drying out and also any cross-contamination of bacteria. The growth of bacteria, such as salmonella, can be avoided by setting the correct temperature and maintaining good standards of hygiene. Fruit and v[...]

Moving the shelves The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. ^ Raise the shelf at the front, pull it out half way, and then lift it out. ^ With the rear barrier facing upwards, place the shelf at the required position. The rear barrier must face upwards to prevent food from touching the back of the appliance and freezing to i[...]

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". Storing frozen food When buying f[...]

– Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before freezing. Only season cooked food lightly before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some spices alters when frozen. – Do not place hot foods or drinks in the freezer. This causes already frozen food to thaw, and increases the energy consumption considerably. Allow hot foo[...]

^ Place the food flat in the bottom of the drawers or on the glass cold plates so that it freezes through to the core as quickly as possible. ^ Make sure that the packaging and containers are dry to prevent them sticking together when frozen. When freezing, make sure that food already frozen does not come into contact with fresh food being frozen a[...]

Never re-freeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume defrosted food as soon as possible as it will lose its nutritional value and spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be re-frozen after it has been cooked. Ice cube tray (with release button, depending on model) ^ Press down the release button on the ice cube tray and fill the t[...]

Cool pack The cool pack prevents the temperature in the freezer rising too quickly in the event of a power cut. Place the cool pack in the upper drawer directly on top of food, or on the freezer tray to save space. The cool pack will be at its most effective after it has been in the freezer for approx. 24 hours. If there is a power cut, place the c[...]

Refrigerator section The refrigerator 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 appliance. The condensate is drained away via a channel and drain hole into [...]

Never use cleaning agents containing abrasive substances such as sand, soda, acids or chemical solvents. "Non-abrasive" cleaning agents are also unsuitable as they can cause matt areas to appear. Make sure that water cannot get into the electronic unit, into the light or into the ventilation gaps. Do not let water get into the drainage ch[...]

E-Cloth ^ A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel, glass, plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals. In addition to the cleaning agents mentioned previously, you should also avoid – stainless steel cleaners, – cleaning agents con[...]

Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Some minor problems can be corrected without contacting the[...]

. . . the alarm sounds and the alarm indicator light flashes. The temperature in the freezer section is too warm, because ^ a large amount of food has been frozen at once without switching on the Super freeze function. The alarm will stop and the indicator light will go out when the temperature has reached the correct level again. ^ the compressor [...]

^ Press the sides of the lamp cover together a , disengage the cover and unclip it at the rear b . ^ Unscrew the lamp and replace it with a new one. Lamp specification: 220 - 240 V, max. 25 W, E 14 fitting. ^ Screw the new lamp into the connection. Ensure it goes in correctly and make sure that seal c makes a tight fit. ^ Replace the cover by clipp[...]

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 Chartered Agent or – the Miele Customer Contact Centre (see back cover for address). When contacting your Dealer/Chartered Agent or the Customer Contact Centre, please quote the model and serial number of you[...]

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[...]

Do not place any appliance which gives off heat, such as a toaster or microwave oven, on top of this appliance, as this would increase the appliance’s energy consumption. Important: Appliances without side wall heating must not be installed "side-by-side" next to another refrigerator or freezer. This could cause condensation between the[...]

Aligning the appliance ^ To align the appliance adjust the feet using the spanner supplied. Installation 38[...]

The appliance is supplied right-hand hinged. If left hand door hinging is required, follow the instructions below. Removing the door handles: First the side sections of the handles must be removed: ^ Pull door handle a towards you. Side section b slides back, creating a gap d between side section b and mounting plate c . ^ Place a suitable object ([...]

^ Open the upper door, and pull it downwards and off. Take care not to lose washer a . ^ Using a screwdriver remove covers b . ^ Unscrew upper hinge pin c using the spanner supplied, and refit on the opposite side. ^ Put covers b back on again from behind, and then push them firmly into place. ^ Exchange cover h in the middle of the appliance with [...]

In the following illustration the lower door is not shown in the closed position to make it easier to see what happens next. ^ Turn door support b around, pull hinge pin a out, and refit on the opposite side. ^ Fit both parts into hinge plate f .T o do this push hinge pin a through hinge plate f into door support b . Swing the door support in, push[...]

^ Slide the side section of the handle d into the guides on the mounting plate until it clicks into place. It is important to check that the side section of the handle d does not come into contact with the door seal when opening the door, as this would damage the door seal permanently. If, after you have refitted the handle, you find that the side [...]

The appliance can be installed in a kitchen run. To match the height of the rest of the kitchen, the appliance can be fitted with a suitable top box a . A ventilation gap of at least 50 mm depth must be allowed for behind the appliance and top box, if fitted, for air to circulate. A gap of at least 40 mm is required between the top of the appliance[...]

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