Miele KM 451 User manual

Installation instructions
Ceramic Cooktop
KM 451
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read the Operating Manual
before installation or use.
UV
M.-Nr. 05 361 940

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety distance above the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Appliance dimensions and countertop cut out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
KM 451. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing the spring clips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Granite countertops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing the cooktop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Contents
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Note to the installer:
Please leave this instruction book
with the consumer for the local
electrical inspector’s use.
The minimum distances given in
these Installation Instructions must
be observed in order to ensure safe
operation. Failure to do so increases
the risk of fire.
The cabinetry and venting hood
should be installed first, to prevent
damage to the cooktop.
The countertop must be bonded
with heat resistant (212 °F/100 °C)
adhesive to prevent distortion or
dissolving.
The cooktop can only be installed
as shown in the illustrations, while
maintaining the required safety
distances shown. Do not install the
cooktop between two tall cabinets, this
is a fire hazard.
aA minimum distance of 2"
(50 mm) from the cooktop to the rear
wall and a side wall or cabinet must
be maintained for safety reasons.
To eliminate the risk of burns or fire
by reaching over heated surfaces,
cabinet storage space above the
cooktop should be avoided. If cabinet
storage is necessary, the risk can be
reduced by installing a venting hood to
project horizontally a minimum of 5"
(127 mm) beyond the bottom of the
cabinets.
recommended
not recommended.
not allowed
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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50mm
b
2 ”

This equipment has not been
designed for maritime use or for
use in mobile installations such as
aircraft or recreational vehicles.
However, under certain circumstances
it may be possible for installation in
these applications. Please contact the
nearest Miele Dealer or the Miele
Technical Service Department with
specific requirements.
Because of the heat radiated
downwards from this type of
appliance we do not recommend
installing it over a drawer. It should be
installed in a cabinet base unit with a
dummy drawer front and an additional
protective barrier beneath the unit.
If, in spite of this, there is a drawer
directly underneath the cooktop, do not
store aerosols, combustible liquids or
easily flammable materials in it. If
cutlery inserts are placed in the drawer,
they must be heat resistant.
The cooktop must not be installed
over a dishwasher, washer, dryer,
refrigerator or freezer. The high
temperatures radiating downwards from
this type of cooktop could damage
these appliances.
Make sure that the power cord to
the cooktop does not come in
contact with any mechanical parts once
the cooktop has been installed.
Safety distance above the
appliance
As a general rule there must be a safety
distance of at least 30" (760 mm), b,
between the appliance and any
flammable objects above it, e.g.
cabinetry, venting hood or utensil rail.
The minimum distance of combustible
surfaces located above and to the side
of the cooktop, c, is 18" (457 mm).
If the manufacturer of these items
states a different figure, follow that
manufacturer’s recommendation.
If more than one appliance is
installed beneath a venting hood,
e.g. an electric cooktop and a gas
wok cooktop, and they have different
minimum safety distances to the
hood, select the larger safety
distance of the two.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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KM 451
aSpring clips
^Make the countertop cut-out following
the dimensions given in the
illustration.
^Remember to maintain a minimum
distance of 2" (50) mm between all
walls surrounding the cooktop. See
also "Important Safety instructions".
bThere must be at least 3 1/4" (83 mm)
of usable depth to the right hand
side of the cut out.
^Seal the cut surfaces with a suitable
sealant to avoid swelling caused by
moisture. Be sure the materials used
are heat resistant.
If, during installation, the seal around
the frame does not sit flush with the
countertop or the corners, the
corner radius max. R4 (3/16") can be
carefully filed down to fit.
Appliance dimensions and countertop cut out
6
(930mm)
(83mm)
(916mm)
(500mm)
(514mm)
max. R4
(min.50)
(min.50)
(8mm)
(8mm)
(58mm)
b
b
c
19
1116
"
20
416
"
"
2
"
2
116
"
36
516
"
516
"
416
"
3
2
416
"
36
10
16
"

Installing the spring clips
^Fix the supplied spring clips, a, at
the marked positions as shown
above, by laying them on the upper
edge of the cut-out and then
securing them with the 3.5 x 25 mm
screws supplied.
Granite countertops
For granite countertops, the spring
clips, a, must be placed in position
and secured with strong, double-sided
adhesive tape. In addition coat the
edges of the spring clips with silicone
sealant.
The screws are not needed for granite
countertops.
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(75mm)
b
3 ”

Installing the cooktop
^Feed the power cord down through
the cut-out and connect the
appliance to the power supply.
^Position the cooktop on the spring
clips, a.
^Then with a hand on each side of the
cooktop press down on the edges
evenly until it clicks into position.
When doing so make sure that the
cooktop seal sits tightly on the
countertop to ensure a correct seal is
provided.
The cooktop can now only be
removed with a special tool.
The cooktop must not be
permanently sealed into the
countertop when installed. The
sealing strip under the edge of the
top part of the cooktop provides a
sufficient seal for the countertop.
If the cooktop is sealed into position,
the countertop or appliance could be
damaged if the cooktop needs to be
removed for maintenance or service.
Installation
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Caution:
All electrical work should be
performed by a qualified electrician
in accordance with local and
national codes.
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
Please check the data plate for
240 VAC, 60 Hz,
208 VAC, 60 Hz
and make sure your electrical supply
matches the data plate.
WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
GROUNDED
The appliance is provided with 3 leads;
L1 (black), L2 (red) and GND (green).
They must be connected to a
dedicated line through the use of an
approved junction box.
For further information, see the wiring
diagram provided with the appliance.
Note to the installer:
Please leave these instructions with
the consumer.
Electrical connection
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