Miele Kfns 3917 Sded Operating And Installation Instructions

							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 or without release button,
depending on model)
^Press down the release button on the
ice cube tray and fill the tray with wa-
ter. Any excess will flow out through
the outlet.
^Now pull the release button up to
seal the ice cube tray. Place the tray
on the bottom of one of the freezer
drawers.
^
Once frozen, use a blunt instrument,
for example a spoon handle, to
remove the ice tray from the freezer.
^
Ice cubes can be removed easily
from the tray by twisting the tray
gently or by holding it under cold
running water for a short while.
Cooling drinks
When cooling drinks quickly, make sure
bottles arenot left in the freezer for
more than one hour, as they could
burst.
Freezer tray
The freezer tray is useful for freezing
small items such as berries and
vegetables. They can be frozen
individually and therefore maintain their
shape when defrosted.
^Space the food out loosely on the
tray.
Leave food for 10 - 12 hours to freeze
thoroughly on the tray. Transfer it to a
freezer bag or suitable container once
frozen. Place the bag or container in
the freezer drawer.
Freezing and storing food
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							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 in 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 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,
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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							This freezer is equipped with a Frost
free system. The freezer defrosts
automatically.
The moisture generated by defrosting
collects in the condensor and is
automatically dissipated by the
condensor from time to time.
This automatic defrosting system
enables the freezer to remain
permanently ice-free, however, the food
stored in the freezer will not defrost.
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.
Stainless steel surfaces can be
treated using a proprietary
conditioning agent for stainless steel
such as Neoblank (available from
the Miele UK Spare Parts
Department). Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions on the
packaging.
Make sure that water cannot get into
the electronic unit or into the
ventilation gaps.
Do not use steam cleaning
apparatus to clean the appliance.
Pressurised 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.
^
Switch the appliance off, switch off at
the wall socket and remove the plug.
Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a suitable cool place
(e.g. cool-box or another freezer).
Remove all the freezer drawers from
the appliance.
Cleaning the outer casing, the
interior and accessories
Use warm water with a little washing up
liquid. Wash all accessories and
drawers by hand only. Do not wash in a
dishwasher.
^After cleaning, wipe the interior and
accessories with a damp cloth and
dry with a soft cloth. Leave the door
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.
Ventilation gaps
^The ventilation gaps should be
cleaned regularly 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
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
^Close the appliance door, insert the
plug in the socket and switch the
appliance back on.
^Switch on the Super freeze function
so that the freezer 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 put them
back in the freezer.
^
Switch off Super freeze by pressing
the Super freeze button when the
temperature in the freezer is a
constant -18 °C or colder.
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.
Some minor problems can be corrected
without contacting the Miele Service
Department.
What to do if . . .
. . . the appliance does not get cool.
^Make sure that the temperature
selector is not pointing to the 0
position.
^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 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 is too low.
^Turn the temperature selector to a
setting closer to 0.
^Super freeze has not yet switched
itself off. The Super freeze function
switches itself off automatically after
approx. 65 hours.
. . . the appliance is switching in too
frequently and for too long.
^Check whether the ventilation gaps
have been covered over or become
dusty.
^Check whether the metal grille (heat
exchanger) at the rear of the
appliance has become dusty.
^The door has been opened too
frequently, or a large amount of fresh
food has been put in at once for
freezing.
^Check that the door has been closed
properly.
. . . the alarm sounds and the alarm
indicator light flashes.
The temperature in the freezer 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 is faulty. Call the Ser-
vice Department.
Problem solving guide
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							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-frozen after it has been cooked.
. . . the Super freeze indicator light
and the temperature display are both
flashing at the same time.
There is a fault. Call the Service
Department.
. . . the Super freeze indicator light
does not light up, even though the
appliance is working.
^The indicator light is defective. Call
the Service Department.
...food has frozen together.
Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon
handle or plastic scraper, to prise it
apart carefully.
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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							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.
Sssrrrrr....On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just
hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance.
Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the
system is unavoidable.
Noises that you can
easily rectifyWhat causes them, and what can you do about
them?
Rattling, vibrating The appliance is uneven:Realign the appliance using a spirit
level,  by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the
appliance.
The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of
furniture:Move it away.
Drawers, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking:Check
all removable items and refit them correctly.
Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against
each other?Separate them.
The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of
the appliance:Remove the clips.
Noises
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							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 data plate.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded for
training purposes.
After sales service
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							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 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 ensure that the connection data
quoted on the data plate match the
household mains supply.
Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily
accessible. For extra safety it is
advisable to install a residual current
device (RCD) with a trip current of 30
mA (in accordance with DIN VDE 0664,
VDE 0100, Section 739).
Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by an extension
lead. Extension leads do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance
(e.g. danger of overheating).
The appliance must not be connected
to an inverter and must not be used
with a plug adapter as these can cause
damage to the appliance’s electronic
unit.Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363)
The fuse cover must be re-fitted when
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
is lost, the plug must not be used until a
suitable replacement is obtained. The
colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
of the plug, or the colour that is
embossed in words in the base of the
plug (as applicable to the design of the
plug fitted).
Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS 1362 and have the
correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
your local electrical supplier.
WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED
Electrical connection
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