Miele KFN 9758 iD Operating And Installation Manual
Miele KFN 9758 iD Operating And Installation Manual

Miele KFN 9758 iD Operating And Installation Manual

Frost free fridge-freezer with perfectfresh zone and dynamic cooling
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Operating and installation instructions
Frost free fridge-freezer
with PerfectFresh zone
and Dynamic cooling
KFN 9758 iD
en - GB, HK
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. 07 472 420

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Frost free fridge-freezer with PerfectFresh zone and Dynamic cooling KFN 9758 iD en - GB, HK 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide to the appliance ..........5 Caring for the environment .
  • Page 3 Contents Adjusting the interior fittings ........29 Moving the shelves .
  • Page 4 Contents Building-in dimensions ......... . . 47 Adjusting the door hinges .
  • Page 5: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance a On/Off button for switching the f Master switch for switching refrigerator section / PerfectFresh the whole appliance on and off zone on and off separately. g Freezer section temperature display b Refrigerator section temperature h Freezer section display temperature selector buttons c Refrigerator section...
  • Page 6 Guide to the appliance a Dynamic cooling fan b Adjustable shelves c PerfectFresh zone, dry compartment d Control for setting the moisture level in the humidity controlled compartment e PerfectFresh zone, humidity controlled compartment f Butter and cheese compartment/ Egg tray g Interior lighting h Universal container i Bottle divider*...
  • Page 7: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for human health and to the environment.
  • Page 8: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Any other usage is not supported by This appliance complies with all the manufacturer and could be relevant legal safety requirements. dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable Improper use of the appliance can, for damage resulting from incorrect or however, present a risk of both...
  • Page 9: Technical Safety

    - avoid open fires and anything which If the connection cable is faulty it creates a spark, must only be replaced by a Miele - disconnect from the mains, approved service technician to protect - air the room in which the appliance is the user from danger.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Safe operation of the appliance is Do not connect the appliance to the only assured if it has been installed and mains electricity supply by an extension connected in accordance with these lead. operating and installation instructions. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g.
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Do not store explosive materials in Do not use sharp edged objects to the appliance or any products – remove frost and ice, containing propellants (e.g. spray cans). Thermostats switching on may – separate frozen foods and remove ice trays.
  • Page 12: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance

    Warning and Safety instructions Disposal of your old appliance The appliance is designed for use within certain climate ranges (ambient Before disposing of an old temperatures), and should not be used appliance, first make the door latch or outside this range. The climate range lock unusable.
  • Page 13: How To Save Energy

    How to save energy Normal energy Increased energy consumption 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 Situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven).
  • Page 14: Switching On And Off

    ^ Press the master switch on the right removing the foil (available from the hand side of the control panel. Miele Spare Parts department or via The temperature display for the the internet on www.miele.co.uk). refrigerator section lights up, and the...
  • Page 15: To Switch The Refrigerator Section/Perfectfresh Zone Off Separately

    Switching on and off Switching off Safety lock ^ Press the master switch on the right The safety lock can be activated to hand side of the control panel until prevent the appliance being switched both temperature displays go out. off inadvertently.
  • Page 16: Switching Off For Longer Periods Of Time

    Switching on and off ^ Press the master switch on the right hand side of the control panel to come out of the setting mode. If you do not do this, the electronics will switch over to normal operation automatically after a couple of minutes. Switching off for longer periods of time If the appliance is not going to be used...
  • Page 17: The Correct Temperature

    The correct temperature Dynamic cooling It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the The dynamic cooling fan automatically appliance. Micro-organisms will cause switches on when the cooling system food which is not stored at the correct for the refrigerator switches on.
  • Page 18: Setting The Temperature In The Refrigerator Section / Freezer Section

    The correct temperature Setting the temperature in the display, as it will take this long for the display to give an accurate reading. If, refrigerator section / freezer after this time, the temperature is still section too high or too low, you will need to Use the two buttons underneath the adjust it again.
  • Page 19: Temperature Display

    The correct temperature Temperature display During normal operation, the temperature displays on the control panel show the temperature in the ^ Press one of the temperature selector middle of the refrigerator section and buttons repeatedly until a appears the temperature in the warmest part of in the display.
  • Page 20: Temperature Display Brightness

    The correct temperature Temperature display brightness The appliance is supplied with the brightness of the temperature display set as low as possible. However, if the ^ Press the master switch on the right door is opened, a setting changed or if hand side of the control panel to the alarm is sounding, the temperature come out of the setting mode.
  • Page 21: Alarm

    Alarm Door alarm Your appliance has been fitted with a warning system which ensures that the The alarm will sound if a door is left temperature in the freezer section open for more than 60 seconds. cannot rise unnoticed and to avoid The alarm will stop as soon as the door energy being wasted if a door is left open.
  • Page 22: Super Cool And Super Freeze

    Super cool and Super freeze Super cool Super freeze The Super cool function can be used to Switch the Super freeze function on rapidly reduce the temperature in the before putting fresh food into the refrigerator section to its lowest setting freezer.
  • Page 23 Super cool and Super freeze Switching off Super freeze Depending on the amount of food placed in the freezer section, the Super freeze function will switch off automatically after approx. 30 to 60 hours. The Super freeze indicator light will go out and the appliance will continue running at normal power.
  • Page 24: 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 the air should be kept at a temperature of in the appliance, there are different approx.
  • Page 25: Food Which Should Not Be Stored In A Refrigerator

    Using the refrigerator efficiently Food which should not be Storing food correctly stored in a refrigerator Food should generally be stored covered or packaged in the refrigerator Not all food is suitable for refrigeration. (there are some exceptions to this rule This includes: in the PerfectFresh zone - see below).
  • Page 26: Using The Perfectfresh Zone

    Using the PerfectFresh zone What are the advantages of the For every type of food, there are ideal storage conditions to ensure it stays PerfectFresh zone? fresh as long as possible, retaining As food remains fresh for up to three both flavour and vitamins.
  • Page 27: Humidity-Controlled Compartment

    Using the PerfectFresh zone Always keep these foods covered or Take food out of the PerfectFresh wrapped. zone approx. 30 - 60 minutes before Exception: Meat The surface of the meat dries out slightly, helping to using it. The aroma and taste do not fully develop until the food has prevent the growth of bacteria, which results in the meat lasting longer.
  • Page 28 Using the PerfectFresh zone Examples of fruit and vegetables which produce a large amount of this natural gas are: Apples, apricots, pears, nectarines, peaches, plums, avocado, figs, blueberries, melons and beans. Examples of fruit and vegetables which react strongly to the natural gases given off by other types of fruit and vegetables are: Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels...
  • Page 29: Adjusting The Interior Fittings

    Adjusting the interior fittings Moving the shelves To move the split shelf: ^ Take both halves of the split glass The shelves can be adjusted according to the height of the food. shelf out, ^ Raise the shelf, and pull it forwards slightly until the notch at the side is in line with the shelf support.
  • Page 30: Adjusting The Condiment Tray/Bottle Shelf

    Adjusting the interior fittings Universal container ^ Carefully pull out the lid between the compartments slightly, and lift it The universal container can be used down and out. both to store and serve food. ^ To replace it, insert the compartment lid from beneath into the holders, and push it back into place.
  • 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, check quickly as possible, the maximum –...
  • Page 32: Home Freezing

    Freezing and storing food Home freezing – Do not season fresh foods or blanched vegetables before Only freeze fresh food which is in a freezing. Only season cooked food good condition. lightly before freezing, but care should be taken as the taste of some Hints on home freezing spices alters when frozen.
  • Page 33: Before Placing Food In The Freezer

    Freezing and storing food ^ Make a note of the contents and the When freezing, make sure that food date of freezing on the packaging. already frozen does not come into contact with fresh food being frozen Before placing food in the freezer as this could cause the frozen food ^ When freezing more than 2 kg of to begin to defrost.
  • Page 34: Defrosting

    Freezing and storing food Defrosting Ice cubes Frozen food can be defrosted in different ways: – in a microwave oven, – in an oven using the "Fan" or "Defrost" setting, ^ Fill the ice tray three quarters full with – at room temperature, water and place it on the bottom of –...
  • Page 35: Freezer Tray

    Freezing and storing food Freezer tray Cool pack The freezer tray is useful for freezing The cool pack prevents the small items such as berries, herbs and temperature in the freezer rising too vegetables. They can be frozen quickly in the event of a power cut. individually and therefore maintain their Place the cool pack in the top drawer of shape when defrosted.
  • Page 36: Defrosting

    Defrosting Refrigerator section and Freezer section PerfectFresh zone This appliance is equipped with a "Frost free" system. The freezer section Condensate and frost can build up on defrosts automatically. the back wall of the refrigerator section and the PerfectFresh zone whilst in use. The moisture generated in the You do not need to remove this, as it appliance collects on the condenser...
  • Page 37: Cleaning And Care

    ^ The serving trays and containers in stainless steel (available from the the door can be removed from their Miele Spare Parts Department or via stainless steel frames for cleaning. the internet on www.miele.co.uk.) Do not let water get into the E-Cloth electronic unit or the light.
  • Page 38: Ventilation Gaps

    Cleaning and care After cleaning ^ After cleaning, wipe the interior and accessories with a damp cloth and ^ Replace all shelves and accessories dry with a soft cloth. Leave the doors in the refrigerator section. open to air the appliance for a short ^ Place food back in the refrigerator while.
  • Page 39: Problem Solving Guide

    If it has, contact the Miele ^ This is not a fault. The suction caused Service Department. by opening and closing the door is preventing the door from opening.
  • Page 40 Problem solving guide . . . the compressor is switching in . . the alarm sounds. too frequently and for too long. Has one of the appliance doors been ^ Check whether the ventilation gaps in open for longer than 60 seconds? the plinth and in the housing unit at ^ Close the door.
  • Page 41 If you still cannot remedy the fault may only be re-frozen after it has been having followed these suggestions, cooked. please contact the Miele Service The warmest temperature will show in Department. the display for about 1 minute. The To prevent unnecessary loss of...
  • Page 42: Noises

    Noises Normal noises What causes them Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can Brrrrr... 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.
  • Page 43: After Sales / Guarantee

    – your Miele Dealer – Miele (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information is given on the data plate inside your appliance.
  • Page 44: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363) All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be re-fitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person in strict accordance with current is lost, the plug must not be used until a local and national safety regulations suitable replacement is obtained.
  • Page 45: Installation

    Please ensure that doors are closing and sealing properly. Please ensure that the appliance is installed in accordance with these installation instructions and that the handle is fitted correctly. Should you require further assistance please contact your Miele customer service centre.
  • Page 46: Ventilation

    All the necessary parts are supplied or can be ordered from the Miele Spare Parts Department. ^ On no account should the spacers be removed from the back of the appliance.
  • Page 47: Building-In Dimensions

    Building-in dimensions Freezer section height Niche height KFN 9758 iD 1772 - 1788...
  • Page 48: Adjusting The Door Hinges

    Adjusting the door hinges The door hinges are set ex-works to – If you would like the appliance doors enable the doors to be opened wide. to be cushioned so that they open more softly, the spring tension on the However, if the opening angle of the doors can be adjusted.
  • Page 49: Changing The Door Hinging

    Changing the door hinging ^ Unscrew fixing screws e completely, Before building the appliance in, you will need to decide on which side the and loosely screw them in at the top, door is to be hinged. If left hand door middle and bottom on the opposite hinging is required, follow the side of the appliance.
  • Page 50 Changing the door hinging ^ Undo ball joint d using a spanner ^ Replace caps a in the vacant holes and remove it. on the opposite side. ^ Stand the appliance doors up one by To secure the soft-close mechanism one, and slacken the hinges at the ^ Place the two doors with the outer front (the hinges remain open).
  • Page 51 Changing the door hinging ^ Hang the doors onto the pre-fitted screws, and push the doors inwards. ^ Tighten the screws at the top, middle and bottom securely. ^ Replace covers a, b and c. ^ Then replace caps d in the vacant holes.
  • Page 52: Building In The Appliance

    The unit corners must be at right angles, as KFN 9758 iD otherwise the furniture door will not align correctly with the 4 corners of the appliance. Fitting a door which is heavier than the maximum permitted could damage the hinges.
  • Page 53 Building in the appliance Preparing the appliance ^ Push the appliance two-thirds of the way into its niche. When doing this, make sure that the mains cable does not get trapped. With 16 mm thick unit walls: ^ Slide cover strip a into the holder as shown, with the bumps facing downwards.
  • Page 54 Building in the appliance ^ Open both appliance doors. ^ Fit cover k onto fixing bracket l. ^ Secure fixing bracket l to the bottom of the appliance with screws m (M5 x 15). ^ Carefully remove the protective foil from sealing strip n.
  • Page 55 Building in the appliance Building in the appliance On furniture with door fittings (e.g. stubs, seals etc) the dimension of these must be taken into account when making sure there is a gap all round of 42 mm. ^ Pull the appliance forwards by the dimension of the door fitting to keep the gap at 42 mm all round.
  • Page 56: Securing The Appliance In The Niche

    Building in the appliance Securing the appliance in the niche ^ Press the appliance against the ^ Loosen screws b on the top and housing unit on the hinge side. bottom fixing brackets c. ^ To fix the appliance to the housing ^ Press fixing bracket c against the unit at the top and bottom, screw the long 4 x 20 mm chip board screws a...
  • Page 57: Fitting The Furniture Doors

    Building in the appliance ^ Break off the protruding end of bottom cover e. It is no longer required. ^ Fit angled cover g onto bottom fixing bracket c. ^ Close the appliance doors. Fitting the furniture doors ^ Using a pencil, lightly mark a line down the centre of the inside of the furniture door.
  • Page 58 Building in the appliance Securing the appliance doors to the furniture doors: ^ Hang the furniture door onto adjusting bolts h. ^ Drill fixing holes a in the furniture ^ Loosely attach nuts c on the doors and screw in the 4 x 14 mm adjusting bolts.
  • Page 59 Building in the appliance ^ Replace top cover i, and snap it into place. ^ Close both of the doors, and align ^ Replace side covers j, making sure them with the neighbouring furniture they snap into place. doors. ^ Replace side covers k, making sure ^ Whilst counterholding adjusting bolts they snap into place.
  • Page 60 Building in the appliance 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 double check place a torch in the appliance and close the doors.
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