Miele KFNS 3917 SDE ed manual

Operating and installation instructions Refr igerator with Sta yF resh section K FNS 3917 S ed T o 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. G[...]

Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Caring for the en vironment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 W arning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 How to sa ve[...]

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Cleaning the outer casing, the interior and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 V entilation gaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Door seal .[...]

a Safety lock indicator light b On/Off button c T emperature display d Controls for setting the temperature left hand button: warmer right hand button: colder e Super cool button and indicator light f Alar m off button Guide to the appliance 4[...]

a Interior lighting b Butter and cheese compar tment c Egg tray d Shelf e Fruit and vegetable containers f Bottle shelf g StayFresh zone, dry compar tment h Condensate channel and drain hole i Control for setting the moisture level in the humidity controlled compartment j StayFresh zone, humidity controlled compartment Guide to the appliance 5[...]

Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are envir onmentally 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 suf focation! Rather than just th[...]

This appliance complies with all relevant legal safety r equirements. Improper use can, however , present a risk of both personal injury and material damage. T o avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, read these instructions carefully befor e installation and before using for the first time. They contain important notes on the ins[...]

Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply make sure that the rating on the data plate corresponds to the voltage and frequency of the household supply . This data must correspond in or der to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt. The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guar[...]

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 food as well as the temperature at which it is stor ed. Follow the instructions given on food manufacturer’ s packaging on storage conditions requir ed, as well as the &qu[...]

Disposal of y our old appliance Before disposing of an old appliance, first make the door latch or lock unusable. This way you will prevent childr en from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives. Disconnect the appliance. Cut off the cable and render any plug unusable. Be careful not to damage any part of the pipework whilst [...]

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 ambient room temperature is ideal at approx. 20°C. Wher[...]

Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Defrosting Defrost the freezer when a layer of ice one centimetre 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 sa ve energy 12[...]

Before using f or the first time The stainless steel surface has a layer of protective foil to pr event scratching during transportation. ^ Do not remove this foil until the appliance has been installed or built in. Start at one of the upper cor ners. ^ Clean stainless steel surfaces with a suitable conditioning agent for stainless steel. ^ Clean t[...]

The safety lock indicator light X will light up when the safety lock has been activated. ^ Press the On/Of f button to come out of the setting mode. Otherwise the electronics will r ever t to normal operation after a couple of minutes. Switching off f or long er periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used for a longer period of time, e[...]

It is very impor tant to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance. Micro-organisms will cause food which is not stored at the corr ect temperature to deteriorate rapidly . T emperatur e influences the growth rate of these micro-organisms. Reducing the temperature r educes their growth rate. The temperature in the appliance will[...]

If you have adjusted the temperature, wait for appr ox. 6 hours if the appliance is not very full and fo r appro x. 24 hours if the appliance is full , before checking the temperatur e display as it will take this long for the display to show the accurate temperature of the appliance. If, after this time, the temperature is still too high or too lo[...]

T emperature displa y During normal operation, the temperature display on the contr ol panel shows the average temperature in the refrigerator section. If the temperature is not within the range that the appliance is able to display (0 °C to 19 °C), bars will flash in the temperature display . The temperature display will flash , if – a differ [...]

Y our appliance has been fitted with an alarm to avoid energy being wasted if the door is left open and to prevent stored food becoming too warm. The alarm will sound if the door is left open for more than appr ox. 60 seconds. The alarm will stop as soon as the door is closed. If you want to keep the door open for more than appr ox. 60 seconds, int[...]

Super cool The Super cool function can be used to rapidly reduce the temperatur e in the refrigerator section to its lowest setting (depending on the room temperatur e). Switching on Super cool Super cool is particularly recommended for faster chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drink. ^ Press the Super cool button. The Super cool indicator [...]

Different storage zones Due to the natural circulation of the air in the appliance, there ar e different temperature zones in the r efrigerator section. Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest section of the appliance. Make use of the differ ent zones when placing food in the appliance. W armest area The warmest area is in the top section of the door .[...]

The StayFresh zone is divided into two areas: – The dry compar tment has a relative humidity level of approx. 45 %. – The humidity controlled compartment has a control for setting the humidity level between 45 % and 90 %. Slide the control to the humidity level you requir e. The humidity level will also be affected by the moisture content of th[...]

Storing food correctl y Store food cover ed or packaged. This will prevent food smells or tastes fr om affecting other foods, and pr event 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 a[...]

Moving the shelves The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. ^ Pull the shelf forward as far as it will go; then lift it upwards to r emove it. ^ With the rear barrier facing upwar ds, place the shelf at the requir ed position. The rear barrier must face upwar ds to prevent food fr om touching the back of the appliance and fr[...]

Refrigerator section and StayFresh zone Condensate and frost can build up on the back wall of the refrigerator section and the StayFresh zone whilst in use. These are automatically r emoved and defrosted by the appliance. The condensate is drained away via a channel and drain hole into an evaporation system at the back of the appliance. Ensure that[...]

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 . Stainless steel surfaces should be cleaned with a proprietary stainless steel cleaner following the manufacturer’ s instructions on the packa[...]

V entilation gaps ^ The ventilation gaps should be cleaned on a regular basis with a brush or vacuum cleaner . A build up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance. Door seal Do not use any oils or grease on the door seal as these will cause the seal to deteriorate and become porous over time. The door seal should be cleaned reg[...]

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 corr ected without contacting th[...]

. . . the floor of the refrigerator section or the StayFresh zone is wet. The drain hole is blocked. ^ Clean the condensate channel and drain hole. . . . the interior lighting in the refrigerator section is not working. ^ W as the door left open for too long? The lighting switches itself off automatically after approx. 15 minutes. If the door has n[...]

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 – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for address). When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the[...]

Electrical connection U .K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with curr ent local and national safety regulations (BS 7651 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 en[...]

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. Location The appliance should be installed in a dry , well-ventilated r oom. The room temperatur e should not go above or below the climate range for which the appliance is des[...]

Installation ^ Remove any cable clips from the back of the appliance. ^ Check that all parts at the back of the appliance are unhinder ed. Carefully remove any hindrance. ^ Carefully push the appliance into position. The appliance can be placed directly against a wall. Aligning the appliance ^ T o align the appliance adjust the feet using the spann[...]

The appliance is supplied right hand hinged. If left hand door hinging is requir ed, follow the instructions below . Removing the door handle: First the side section of the handle 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 (e[...]

^ Open the appliance door , tilt it downwards and take it of f. ^ Remove cover f , and unscrew hinge bracket g . ^ Fit hinge pin h in the second hole of hinge bracket g . ^ Refit bracket i and cover j turned through 180° on the opposite side. ^ Screw hinge bracket g into the opposite side. The M4 screw has to be scr ewed into the left hole of the [...]

^ Align the door with the appliance housing using the long slot in hinge plate f . Then tighten screw c . ^ Refit plinth fascia d , pushing it firmly into position. ^ With the door open, position cover e in the front of the plinth fascia, and push it firmly into position. Refitting the handle: Please make sure you follow the instructions below care[...]

StayFresh zone compartments ^ Pull the compartment right out by taking hold of it at the back and lifting it up to remove it. ^ Pull the compar tment lid forwards a . ^ Push the compar tment lid in towards the side that the appliance is going to be opened from once the hinges have been changed over b , and fit it back on the runners. ^ Push the lid[...]

600 mm wide appliances can be installed into a kitchen run. T o 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 requir ed between the top of [...]

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Operating and installation instructions F rost free freez er KFNS 3917 S ed T o 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. G[...]

Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Caring for the en vironment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 W arning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 How to sa ve[...]

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Cleaning the outer casing, the interior and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 V entilation gaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Door seal .[...]

a Alar m off button and indicator light b T emperature display a Frost free system b Freezer tray c Super freeze button and indicator light d On/Off and temperature selector dial c Freezer drawers with freezer calendar d Marker system for frozen food Guide to the appliance 4[...]

Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are envir onmentally 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 suf focation! Rather than just th[...]

This appliance complies with all relevant legal safety r equirements. Improper use can, however , present a risk of both personal injury and material damage. T o avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, read these instructions carefully befor e installation and before using for the first time. They contain important notes on the ins[...]

Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply , make sure that the rating on the data plate corresponds to the voltage and frequency of the household supply . This data must correspond in or der to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt. The electrical safety of this appliance can only be gu[...]

Use Never handle frozen food with wet hands. Y our hands may freeze to the frozen food. Danger of fr ost bur n. Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and never place ice cubes or ice lollies in your mouth straight from the fr eezer . The very low temperature of the frozen ice or lollies can cause frost burn to the lips and tongue. Do not a[...]

The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature, e.g. a garage, will lead to the appliance switching off for longer peri[...]

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 ambient room temperature is ideal at approx. 20°C. Wher[...]

Normal energy consumption Increased energy consumption Defrosting Defrost the freezer when a layer of ice one centimetre 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 sa ve energy 11[...]

Before using f or the first time The stainless steel surfaces and the trim have a protective foil to pr event scratching during transportation. ^ Do not remove this foil until the appliance has been installed or built in. Start at one of the upper cor ners. ^ Wipe stainless steel surfaces over with a proprietary conditioning agent for stainless ste[...]

Switching off f or long er 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, ^ switch off at the wall socket and withdraw the plug, ^ clean the appliance out and ^ leave the door ajar to air the appliance. If, during a long absence, the appliance is switched of[...]

It is very impor tant to set the correct temperature for storing food in the appliance. Micro-organisms will cause food which is not stored at the corr ect temperature to deteriorate rapidly . T emperature influences the growth rate of these micro-organisms. Reducing the temperature r educes their growth rate. T o freeze fresh food and to stor e fr[...]

Y our appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the temperature in the fr eezer cannot rise unnoticed. An alarm will sound and the alarm indicator light will flash if the temperature becomes too warm. The alarm may sound and the alar m indicator light may flash, – if you freeze a large amount of food at once without havin[...]

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

Maximum freezing capacity T o ensure that fresh food placed in the freezer fr eezes 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". Isolation plate (depending on m[...]

Storing frozen f ood When buying frozen food to stor e in your freezer , check – that the packaging is not damaged, – the use-by date, – the temperature at which the fr ozen food is being stored in the shop. The length of time it can be kept is reduced if it has been stor ed at a temperature warmer than -18 °C. ^ Buy frozen food once you hav[...]

– Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before freezing. Only season cooked food lightly before fr eezing, 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 incr eases the energy consumption considerably . Allow ho[...]

^ Make sure that the packaging and containers are dry to prevent them sticking together when frozen. When freezing, make sur e that food already fr ozen does not come into contact with fresh food being fr ozen as this could cause the frozen food to begin to defrost. Freezer calendar The freezer calendar on the fr eezer drawer gives the length of ti[...]

Never re-fr eeze par tially or fully defrosted food. Consume defr osted 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-fr ozen after it has been cooked. Ice cube tray (with or without release button, depending on model) ^ Press down the release button on the ice cube tray[...]

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

This freezer is equipped with a Fr ost free system. The fr eezer defrosts automatically . The moisture generated by defr osting collects in the condensor and is automatically dissipated by the condensor from time to time. This automatic defrosting system enables the freezer to r emain permanently ice-free, however , the food stored in the fr eezer [...]

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 . Stainless steel surfaces can be treated using a pr oprietar y conditioning agent for stainless steel such as Neoblank (available from the Miele[...]

Metal grille at the back of the appliance The metal grille at the back of the appliance (heat exchanger) should be dusted at least once a year . A build-up of dust will increase the energy consumption of the appliance. When cleaning the grille, make sure that the pipework and other components do not get broken or damaged in any way . After cleaning[...]

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 corr ected without contacting th[...]

Depending on the temperature in the freezer , you should check the condition of the food. If food has defrosted or started to defrost check that it is still safe to use, and if so, use it as quickly as possible. Defrosted food may only be re-fr ozen after it has been cooked. . . . the Super freeze indicator light and the temperature display are bot[...]

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 – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for address). When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the[...]

Electrical connection U .K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with curr ent local and national safety regulations (BS 7651 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 en[...]

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. Location The appliance should be installed in a dry , well-ventilated r oom. It should not be installed where it is exposed to direct sunlight or dir ectly adjacent to a heat-p[...]

T o avoid a build-up of condensation and resultant damage, r efrigerators and freezers should not normally be installed side-by-side. However , this appliance has side wall heating, and can be installed side-by-side with certain other Miele appliances. Y our dealer will be able to advise you on which models are suitable. Installation ^ This applian[...]

^ Align both appliances using a spirit level. – Align front feet c using a spanner d . – Align the back feet using adjusting device e and socket wrench f . T ur n the adjusting device clockwise to raise the appliance up at the back. ^ Close the doors to check whether the door handles are corr ectly aligned with one another . Make sure that bear[...]

^ Position wide brackets m at the top and bottom on the back, and push the top bracket upwards until it is in the correct position (z). ^ Secure the brackets at the sides using screws n . T o avoid vibrations, neither the brackets nor the screws should touch the pipework on the back of the appliances. ^ Plug the two appliances into the mains electr[...]

^ Fit cover q in the space between the control panels. Make sur e that the outer edges of the cover are flush with the control panels. The cover can be pulled out to adjust it to the right size. The gap in the cover must face downwards to fit pr operly over the stainless steel trim. ^ Break off thin tags r from plinth facings a . Important: Make su[...]

The appliance is supplied left hand hinged. If right hand door hinging is requir ed, follow the instructions below . Removing the door handle: First the side section of the handle 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 (e[...]

^ Open the door , tilt it downwards and take it off. ^ Remove cover f , and unscrew hinge bracket g . ^ Fit bearing bolt h in the second hole of hinge bracket g . ^ Refit bracket i and cover j tur ned through 180° on the opposite side. ^ Screw hinge bracket g into the opposite side. The M4 screw has to be scr ewed into the left hole of the hinge b[...]

^ Align the door with the appliance housing using the long slot in bearing block f . Then tighten screw c . ^ Refit plinth facing d , pushing it firmly into position. ^ With the door open, position cover e in the front of the plinth facing, and push it firmly into position. Refitting the handle: Please make sure you follow the instructions below ca[...]

600 mm wide appliances can be installed into a kitchen run. T o 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 requir ed between the top of [...]

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