Brand: KENWOOD
Category: Refrigerator
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for K250CFW17
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:28 p.m.
Warranty Information
No explicit warranty period is mentioned in the manual.
Operation Summary:
- Connect the mains cable to the mains socket.
- The internal temperature is controlled by an electronic control panel on the door.
- Press and hold the lock/unlock button for 3 seconds to lock/unlock the control panel. The display panel turns off automatically for energy saving.
- Temperature Setting: Use the + and - buttons to adjust the temperature between -12°C and -24°C. Press and hold the lock/unlock button to lock the panel.
- Fast Freeze Mode: Press the Fast Freeze button to activate. The indicator illuminates. Press and hold the lock/unlock button to lock. This quickly lowers the temperature to -24°C. To cancel, unlock and press + or the Fast Freeze button.
- Temperature Alarm: If the temperature rises above -8°C for over 36 hours, an alarm sounds and the indicator turns red. Press any button to turn off the alarm. The indicator remains red until the temperature drops below -8°C.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| The unit is not operating. | The unit is not plugged in. | Plug the unit into the mains socket. |
| The unit is not operating. | The mains fuse has blown or the circuit breaker has tripped. | Check the mains fuse, replace or reset the circuit breaker. |
| The unit is not operating. | There is a power failure. | Check if the mains supply is working. |
| The unit is not operating. | The control panel is locked. | Unlock the control panel by pressing and holding the lock/unlock button for 3 seconds. |
| The temperature inside the freezer is too high. | The door is not closed properly. | Ensure the door is closed properly. |
| The temperature inside the freezer is too high. | The door has been opened too frequently. | Avoid opening the door unnecessarily. |
| The temperature inside the freezer is too high. | The temperature is not set correctly. | Adjust the temperature setting. |
| The temperature inside the freezer is too high. | The unit is located too close to a heat source. | Relocate the unit away from heat sources. |
| The temperature inside the freezer is too high. | The unit is overloaded with food. | Reduce the amount of food in the unit. |
| The temperature inside the freezer is too high. | The freezer needs defrosting. | Defrost the freezer. |
| The unit is unusually noisy. | The unit is not on a level surface. | Ensure the unit is on a level surface. |
| The unit is unusually noisy. | The unit is touching a wall or cabinet. | Ensure there is adequate ventilation around the unit. |
| The unit is unusually noisy. | The refrigerant is circulating. | This is normal. |
| The unit is unusually noisy. | The compressor is working. | This is normal. |
| The unit is unusually noisy. | A basket or shelf is vibrating. | Ensure baskets and shelves are correctly positioned. |
| Condensation appears on the outside of the unit. | A change in room temperature. | Wipe off any moisture residue. If the problem continues, contact a qualified technician. |