Miele KM 400 User manual

Operating Instructions
Ceramic Cooktop
KM 400
KM 412
To prevent accidents and
machine damage,
read the Operating Manual
before installation or use.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Before usi g for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Disposal of packing materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Disposal of an appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cleaning and heating for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Usi g the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Turning on and off, residual heat indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Description of the settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Turning on the outer zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Overheating protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Tips on saving energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Clea i g a d care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Freque tly asked questio s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Electrical co ectio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Co te ts
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I stallatio a d co ectio
When using your appliance, follow
basic safety precautions including
the following:
Read all instructions before using
for the first time.
Be certain your appliance is
properly installed and grounded by
a qualified technician.
To guarantee the electrical safety
of this appliance, continuity must
exist between the appliance and an
effective grounding system. It is
imperative that this basic safety
requirement be met. If there is any
doubt, have the electrical system of the
house checked by a qualified
electrician. The manufacturer cannot be
held responsible for damages caused
by the lack, or inadequacy of, an
effective grounding system.
Do not connect the appliance to
the main electrical supply using an
extension cord. Extension cords do not
meet the safety requirements of this
appliance.
Before servicing, disconnect the
power supply by either removing
the fuse, unplugging the unit or
manually "tripping" the circuit breaker.
Correct usage
Do not operate the appliance until
properly installed in the countertop.
This appliance is intended for
residential use only.
Use the appliance only for its
intended purpose. The
manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for damages caused by
improper use of the cooktop.
Never use the appliance to warm
or heat the room.
This appliance must not be set up
or operated outdoors.
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Protectio from damage
Do not drop anything on the
ceramic surface of the cooktop.
Although the ceramic glass is shock
and scratch resistant, it is not shock or
scratch proof.
Do not use pots or pans with bases
with pronounced edges or ridges
on the ceramic cooktop. These could
permanently scratch or scour the
cooktop. Grains of salt and sand can
also scratch the surface.
Do not allow either solid or liquid
sugar, pieces of plastic or
aluminium foil to get on the cooking
zones when they are hot. If these
residues are allowed to cool on the
ceramic surface, pitting or cracking
could occur. Should sugar, plastic or
aluminium fall on to the cooktop, first
turn the appliance off, then immediately
scrape off the remains with a shielded
blade scraper while the surface is still
hot. Take care not to burn yourself on
the hot surface. Clean the cooktop
once it has cooled.
Do not use a steam cleaner to
clean the appliance. Steam could
penetrate electrical components and
cause a short circuit.
In areas subject to infestation by
cockroaches or other vermin, keep
the appliance and its surroundings
clean at all times. Any damage caused
by pests will not be covered under the
warranty.
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Protectio from bur s
Do not allow children to operate or
play with or near the cooktop.
Use only dry, heat-resistant
potholders. Moist or damp
potholders used on hot surfaces can
result in steam burns. Do not let the
potholder touch the hot heating
element. Do not use towels or other
bulky items near the appliance.
Loose fitting or hanging garments
should never be worn while using
the appliance.
Do not heat unopened food
containers. Built-up pressure may
cause the container to burst and result
in injury.
Do not store items on the
appliance when not in use.
Do not let cooking grease or other
flammable materials accumulate
on the appliance.
Do not leave the cooktop
unattended while in use.
Overheated food can ignite.
Do not use water on grease fires.
Smother any fire or flame, or use a
dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
Do not flambé under an exhaust
hood. Flames could be drawn up
into the hood by the suction or the
grease filters may ignite.
If there is a drawer directly
underneath the appliance without
any wooden base in between, ensure
that no aerosols, combustible liquids or
other easily flammable materials are
kept in it. If cutlery inserts are to be
placed in the drawer, these must be
made of heat-resistant material.
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Damage to the applia ce
In the event of any damage to the
appliance, it must be turned off
immediately and disconnected from the
electricity supply by either removing the
fuse, unplugging the unit or manually
"tripping" the circuit breaker.
Contact the Miele Technical Service
Department.
Do not use the appliance until it has
been repaired.
Ensure power is not supplied to the
appliance while repair work is being
carried out.
Any breakages or cracks in the
ceramic surface of the appliance
are defects and must be treated as
such. Do not use the appliance until it
has been repaired.
Repairs should only be performed
by qualified technicians to ensure
safety. Repairs and other work by
unqualified persons could be
dangerous. Under no circumstances
should the outer casing of the
appliance be opened.
While the appliance is under
warranty, repairs should only be
performed by a Miele authorized
service technician. Otherwise, the
warranty is void.
When using a portable appliance,
make sure that its power cord does
not come into contact with the cooktop.
Before discarding an old
appliance, remove the power cord
and any doors to prevent hazards.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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KM 400
aVariable burner: 4" or 7 5/16" (12 or 18.5 cm) - 700 W or 1700 W
bMain burner: 5" (14.5 cm) - 1100 W
cControl knob for main burner and operating indicator
dControl knob for the variable burner and operating indicator
eResidual heat indicators
fPower supply cord
Guide to the cooktop
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b
c
d
f
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KM 412
aVariable burner: 6 11/16" or 10 7/16" (17 cm or 26.5 cm) - 1400 W / 2200 W)
bControl knob
cResidual heat indicator
dPower supply cord
Guide to the cooktop
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c
b
d
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Ge eral otes
A copy of the data plate for your
appliance is included with this manual.
It should be placed in the space
provided at the back of this book.
The address of the nearest Miele
Technical Service Department can be
found on the back cover. If it becomes
necessary to contact the Technical
Service Department, please have the
model and serial number of the
appliance available. Both are listed on
the data plate.
Keep these instructions in a safe place
for reference, and pass them on to any
future user.
Before usi g for the first time
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Disposal of packi g materials
The cardboard box and packing
materials protect the appliance during
shipping. They have been designed to
be biodegradable and recyclable.
Please dispose of these materials as
you would any other recyclable
products.
Disposal of a applia ce
Old appliances contain materials that
can be recycled. Please contact your
local recycling center about the
possibility of recycling these materials.
Before discarding an old appliance,
remove the power cord and any
doors to prevent it from becoming a
hazard.
Before usi g for the first time
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Clea i g a d heati g for the
first time
Before using the appliance for the first
time, clean it with a damp cloth and
then dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use liquid dish soap. This
can leave a permanent blue sheen
on the ceramic surface.
Metal components have a protective
coating which may give off a slight odor
the first time your new appliance is
heated.
The odor and any vapors will dissipate
after a short time and do not indicate a
faulty connection or appliance defect.
Before usi g for the first time
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Tur i g o a d off, residual
heat i dicator
Tur i g o the variable bur er:
Abur er with the symbol nis
activated by turning the respective
control knob clockwise, a, to the
desired setting. It is tur ed off by
turning the knob cou terclockwise, b,
to "0".
The knob cannot be turned past n
to "0".
Tur i g o the si gle bur er:
(only with KM 400)
Abur er without the symbol nis
turned on or off by turning it either
clockwise or cou terclockwise.
When the burner is up to temperature,
the residual heat indicator light will
illuminate. The indicator light will go out
once the cooktop temperature has
reached a safe level.
Do not touch or lay any
heat-sensitive objects on the
cooktop while the residual heat
indicator light is still on. Danger of
burning and fire!
Usi g the cooktop
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Descriptio of the setti gs
Type of cooki g Setti g
Melting butter or chocolate
Dissolving gelatin
Preparing yogurt
1 - 2
Thickening sauces containing egg yolk and butter
Warming small quantities of food or liquid
Keeping solid foods warm
Cooking rice
1 - 3
Warming liquids and stews
Thickening sauces
Cooking rice puddings
Preparing omelets, frying eggs, steaming fruit
3 - 5
Defrosting frozen foods
Steaming vegetables and fish
Cooking dumplings, potatoes, soups and broth
4 - 6
Bringing large quantities of food to a boil
Continued cooking of large quantities of food
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Braising meat, fish or vegetables 8 - 9
Making pancakes 9 - 11
Boiling water or soups 11 - 12
The symbol for turning on the extended cooking zone is n
These settings are given as a guide only. The cooking time will depend upon the
amount, recipe and type of food.
Usi g the cooktop
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Tur i g o the outer zo e
When using large pots or pans, the
outer/extended zone can be turned on.
Proceed as follows:
^Turn the knob clockwise past "12" to
the nposition.
^Turn the knob cou terclockwise to
the desired setting.
To turn off the outer/extended zone, turn
the knob counter clockwise to "0".
Usi g the cooktop
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Overheati g protectio
Each cooking zone is equipped with
overheating protection (internal
temperature limiter). This turns off the
heating elements in the cooking zone if
the ceramic surface becomes too hot.
Once the ceramic has cooled down to
a safe level, the heat will automatically
turn back on.
The heating elements cycle on and off
to maintain a constant temperature.
Usi g the cooktop
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Tips o savi g e ergy
–Use pots and pans with flat or slightly
concave bases for the most efficient
cooking. The pan base should rest
evenly on the ceramic surface when
hot. Uneven bases can lengthen
cooking times and cook food
unevenly.
cold hot
– To reduce heat loss, make sure the
pot size and burner size correspond.
too small correct
–Cooking with a lid will also help
prevent heat loss.
uncovered covered
Cooking can be completed using
the residual heat of the burners by
turning the cooktop off 10 - 15
minutes before the food is finished.
Usi g the cooktop
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Under no circumstances should a
steam cleaner be used to clean this
appliance. Pressurized steam could
cause permanent damage to the
surface and to components for
which the manufacturer cannot
accept responsibility.
Do not use any sharp pointed
objects which could damage the
seal between the ceramic surface,
the surrounding frame and the frame
and the countertop.
Never use scouring agents, pads,
abrasive cleaning agents or strong
cleaners, e.g. oven sprays, stain or
rust removers, as these could
damage the surface of the
appliance.
Do not use liquid dish soap on the
ceramic surface, as it can leave a
blue sheen on the surface which
may be difficult to remove.
The ceramic surface can be cleaned
using a cleaner for ceramic
surfaces. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions on the packaging.
Make sure that no cleaner residue
remains on the ceramic surface by
carefully wiping the cooktop with a
damp cloth. Cleaner residues could
damage the cooktop when heated.
After cleaning, thoroughly dry the
ceramic surface with a soft cloth to
prevent a build up of limescale
deposits.
The ceramic surface should be cleaned
regularly, preferably after each use.
Allow the cooktop to cool down before
cleaning. Wipe spills off using a damp
cloth. Stubborn spills are best removed
with a shielded scraper blade. Apply a
cleaner for ceramic surfaces using a
soft cloth or paper towel. This will
remove any limescale deposits and
metallic marks (aluminium deposits). A
cleaner with a special additive to
prevent water marks and smears on the
ceramic surface can be used. Wipe the
cooktop surface with a damp cloth and
dry with a clean soft cloth.
Should any sugar, plastic or
alumi ium foil spill or fall onto the
cooktop while it is in use, use a
shielded scraper blade to scrape it off
while the surface is still hot. Take care
not to burn yourself. Allow the cooktop
to cool down and then clean with a
suitable ceramic cooktop cleaner.
Clea i g a d care
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,Repairs should only be carried
out by a qualified and trained
person in accordance with local and
national safety regulations.
Unauthorized repairs could cause
an injury or machine damage.
What if the i dicator lights do ot
illumi ate a d the fryer does ot
heat?
Possible fault Fix
The fryer is not on. Turn the control
knob clockwise to
a selected
temperature.
The safety cut-out
feature has
activated.
Turn the control
knob
counterclockwise
to "0" and check if
the safety cut-out
button has
"popped-out". If
the button has
"popped-out",
refer to "Safety
cut-out feature".
The fryer tripped
the circuit breaker.
Check the service
panel for a tripped
circuit breaker
and reset.
If power cannot
be restored,
contact Technical
Service.
What if the oil has a u pleasa t
odor or smokes whe heated?
Possible fault Fix
The oil is old or
rancid.
Replace the oil
with new oil.
The oil is not
recommended for
frying.
Use oil or fat
specifically
labelled as being
suitable for deep
frying.
What if the food is ot crisp a d
brow or has a oily taste?
Possible fault Fix
The oil was not hot
enough.
Increase the frying
temperature.
The basket was
overloaded.
Do not overload
the basket. Leave
enough space in
the basket so food
can separate
when immersed in
the oil.
Freque tly asked questio s
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,WARNING:
Disconnect the appliance from the
main power supply before servicing.
To reduce the risk of electric shock,
make sure that the appliance is
properly grounded after installation.
Power supply:
–240 V, 60 Hz, 15 A fuse rating
or
–208 V, 60 Hz, 15 A fuse rating
The oven is equipped with a power
cord consisting of 3 leads. They must
be connected to a dedicated line
through the use of an approved
junction box
Black : connect to L1 (hot)
Red: connect to L2 (hot)
Green: connect to GND (ground):
WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
GROUNDED
For further information, see the wiring
diagram provided with the appliance.
Note to the i staller:
Please leave these instructions with the
consumer.
Electrical co ectio
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