Miele Kfn 8997 Operating And Installation Instructions

							Cooling drinks
Drinks are best cooled quickly in the
refrigerator section using the Super
cool function. If bottles are, however,
placed in the freezer section for rapid
cooling, make sure they are not left in
for more than one hour, as they could
burst.
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 to save
space on the freezer tray. 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 cool
pack directly on top of the frozen food
in the upper drawer so that the food will
be kept cold for as long as possible.
When placing fresh food in the freezer
section, use the cool pack to separate
the fresh food from the food which is
already frozen so that the frozen food
does not begin to thaw.
The cool pack can also be used in a
cool bag to keep food or drinks cool for
a short period of time.
Freezing and storing food
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							For the automatic ice cube maker to
operate it must be connected to the
mains water supply.
Switching on
^Switch on the freezer section.
^Open the top left drawer in the
freezer section.
^Press the On/Off button on the ice
cube maker. The indicator light will
come on.
^Close the drawer.
The drawer must be completely shut
for ice cubes to be produced.
After the appliance is switched on for
the first time it can take up to 24 hours
for the first ice cubes to drop out of the
ice cube maker and collect in the
drawer.
Thereafter, when the ice cube maker is
switched off and then on again it will
take up to a maximum of 6 hours for ice
cubes to be produced.
To ensure that the water pipes are
thoroughly flushed through before
use, ice cubes from the first three
ice cube making processes must not
be consumed.
This applies not only to when the
appliance is installed for the first
time but also if the appliance has
been out of use for a longer period
(e.g. whilst on holiday).
Making a large amount of ice cubes
The amount of ice cubes which the
appliance makes depends on the
temperature in the freezer section. The
lower the temperature, the more ice
cubes are produced within a certain
time frame.
Ice cube production is halted
automatically as soon as the ice cube
drawer is full.
If you require a large amount of ice
cubes,
^
replace the full ice cube drawer with
the drawer beside it on the right.
The ice cube maker will begin to
produce ice cubes again as soon as
this new drawer has been placed in
position and closed properly.
Ice cube maker
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							Switching off the ice cube
maker
The ice cube maker can be switched
off independently of the freezer section
if you do not want the appliance to
make any ice cubes.
^Press the On/Off button on the ice
cube maker until the indicator light
goes out.
If the ice cube maker is switched off,
the ice cube drawer can be used as an
extra drawer for freezing fresh food and
storing frozen food.
Ice cube maker
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							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 removed 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 the condensate channel
and drain hole are kept clean and
are never blocked so that
condensate can flow away without
hindrance.
Freezer section
This freezer is equipped with a Frost
free system. The freezer defrosts
automatically.
The moisture generated by defrosting
collects in the condenser and is
automatically dissipated by the
condenser from time to time.
This enables the freezer section to
remain permanently ice-free while the
food remains frozen. Food stored in the
freezer will not defrost in the freezer.
Defrosting
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							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.
For stainless steel surfaces, use a
proprietary stainless steel cleaning
agent.
Do not let water get into the
electronic unit, ventilation gaps or
into the light.
Do not let water get into the
drainage channel and drain hole
when cleaning.
Do not use steam cleaning
apparatus to clean the appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical
components and cause a short
circuit.
The data plate located inside the
appliance must not be removed. It
contains information which is
required in the event of a service
call.
Before cleaning
^
Switch the appliance off by pressing
both On/Off switches, switch off at
the socket and remove the plug.
^
Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
^
Take out any removable parts e.g.
shelves for cleaning.^The stainless steel trim can be pulled
off the front edge of the shelves in the
refrigerator section for cleaning.
Cleaning the outer casing, the
interior and accessories
Use lukewarm water with a little
washing up liquid. Wash all accessories
by hand only. Do not wash in a
dishwasher. The butter dish is, however,
dishwasher safe.
^Clean the appliance at least once a
month.
^Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole in the refrigerator section
frequently, so that condensate can
drain away unhindered. Use a straw
or similar to clear the drain if
necessary.
^Clean stainless steel surfaces with a
suitable cleaning agent following the
manufacturer’s instructions on the
packaging.
^
After cleaning, wipe the interior and
accessories with a damp cloth and
dry with a soft cloth. Leave the doors
open to air the appliance for a short
while.
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.
Cleaning and care
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							Cleaning the ice cube tray
The ice cubes are formed in a tray
before they are dropped down into the
drawer.
This tray should be cleaned regularly to
remove any stale ice or water.
^Connect the appliance to the
electricity supply.
^Press the On/Off button on the ice
cube maker. The indicator light will
come on.
^Empty the ice cube drawer.
^Press the On/Off button on the ice
cube maker and hold it pressed in for
approx. 10 seconds (after about a
second the ice cube maker will
switch off and the indicator light will
go out).
The indicator light will flash.
^Push the ice cube drawer in as far as
it will go within the next 60 seconds.
The ice cube tray will then rotate into an
angled position which makes it easier
for cleaning:
^
Wait until the ice cube tray has
completed this rotation before
continuing.^Then take the ice cube drawer out of
the appliance and clean it.
^Now clean the ice cube tray with hot
water and a little washing up liquid or
sterilising fluid. Rinse thoroughly
afterwards.
^Press the On/Off button on the ice
cube maker.
The ice cube tray will return to its
original position.
^Then put the ice cube drawer back in
the appliance and close it.
The ice cube maker will begin to
produce ice cubes again after a
maximum of 6 hours.
If the ice cube maker has not been
used for a while, it is important to
clean the ice cube tray before using
it again.
Ventilation 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 seals
Do not use any grease or oil on the
door seals as these will cause the
seals 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.
Cleaning and care
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							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
^Replace all shelves and accessories
in the refrigerator section and the
StayFresh zone.
^Place food back in the refrigerator
section and the StayFresh zone,
close the appliance doors, and
switch on the refrigerator section and
the freezer section.
^Switch on the Super freeze function
so that the freezer section can cool
down quickly. The indicator light will
come on.
^
Once the temperature in the freezer
has reached the required
temperature place the food back in
the freezer drawers and place them
back in the freezer section.
^
Switch off Super freeze by pressing
the Super freeze button.
The indicator light will go out.
Cleaning and care
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							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.
The following can be corrected without
contacting the Miele Service
Department:
What to do if . . .
. . . the refrigerator section or freezer
section does not get cool.
^Check whether the respective section
is switched on. The relevant
temperature display must be lit up.
^Check that the plug is correctly
inserted in the socket and switched
on.
^
Check that the fuse is not defective
and that the mains fuse has not
blown. If it has, contact the Miele Ser-
vice Department.
. . . the door to the freezer section will
not open because it has been opened
and closed too many times in
succession.
This is not a fault. The suction caused
by opening and closing the door is
preventing the door from opening. Wait
a few minutes and then try again. It
should now open without force.. . . the temperature in the refrigerator
section or freezer section is too low.
^Select a warmer temperature.
^The Super freeze or Super cool
function has not been switched off.
The respective indicator light is still
on.
. . . the appliance is switching in too
frequently and for too long.
^Check whether the ventilation gaps
have been covered over or become
too dusty.
^Check whether, the metal grille (heat
exchanger) at the back of the
appliance has become too dusty.
^The doors have been opened too
frequently, or a large amount of fresh
food has been put in at once for
freezing.
^Check that the doors have been
closed properly.
...food has frozen together.
Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon
handle or plastic scraper, to prise it
apart carefully.
. . . the alarm sounds and the freezer
section temperature display flashes.
The freezer section temperature has
risen above the set temperature
because
^
the freezer section door has been
opened too frequently, or large
amounts of fresh food have been put
in at once for freezing.
Problem solving guide
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							^the ventilation gaps are blocked.
^there has been a lengthy interruption
to the power supply.
Once the problem has been resolved
the temperature display for the freezer
section will light up constantly and the
alarm will stop.
...a bar is lit up or flashing in the
temperature displays.
Check the temperature displays about
6 hours after switching on the
appliance. The display will not show a
temperature until the temperature in the
appliance has reached a certain level.
. . . the following appear in the
temperature display F1 to F5.
There is a fault. Call the Service
Department.
...nA appears in the temperature
display.
The freezer section temperature has
risen too high at some point during the
last couple of days because of a power
cut.
^
Press the alarm button whilst 
nA is
lit up in the display.
The temperature display will show the
warmest temperature recorded in the
freezer section during the power cut.
Depending on the temperature
displayed, you should check the
condition of food in the freezer. If it has
defrosted or started to defrost check
that it is still safe to use, and if so, use it
as quickly as possible. Defrosted foodmay only be re-frozen after it has been
cooked.
The warmest temperature will show in
the display for about 1 minute. The
actual current temperature in the
freezer section will then show in the
display again.
...you cannot switch the ice cube
maker on.
^Check whether the appliance is
connected to the electricity supply.
. . . The ice cube maker is not
producing any ice cubes.
^Was the water inlet pipe purged of air
by a qualified and competent person
before the appliance was used for
the first time?
^Check whether the ice cube maker is
switched on.
^
Check whether the freezer section is
switched on.
^
Check whether the water inlet is
open.
^
Check that the ice cube drawer has
been closed properly.
Remember it can take up to 24 hours to
produce the first ice cubes.
. . . the indicator light on the ice cube
maker is flashing
There is a fault. Call the Service
Department.
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							. . . the Super freeze or Super cool
indicator light is not lit up although
the appliance is working.
The indicator light is defective. Call the
Service Department.
...you cannot switch the appliance
off.
The safety lock has been activated.
. . . the interior light is not working.
^Was the refrigerator section door left
open for too long? The lighting
switches itself off automatically after
approx. 15 minutes.
The lighting in the refrigerator section is
located towards the top behind a cover.
There are two lamps. If one is defective:
^Disconnect the appliance from the
mains. Switch off at the wall and
withdraw the plug from the socket, or
disconnect the mains fuse or remove
the screw-out fuse in countries where
this is applicable.
^
Unscrew bracketa, and pull it off
towards you.
^
Carefully take glass panelbout.
^
Replace the lamp.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 sealc
makes a tight fit.
^Push the glass panel carefully back
into position and resecure the
bracket.
. . . the floor of the refrigerator is wet.
The drain hole is blocked.
^Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole.
If you still cannot remedy the fault
having followed these suggestions,
please contact the Miele Service
Department.
To prevent unnecessary loss of
temperature it is advisable not to
open the door while waiting for the
appliance to be serviced.
Problem solving guide
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