Miele KM360G User manual

Operating Instructions
Gas Cooktop
KM 360 G
To prevent accidents and
machine damage,
read the Operating Manual
before installation or use.
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M.-Nr. 06 389 900
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WARNING:
If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death
–Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance
–WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
ßDo not try to light any appliance
ßDo not touch any electrical switch
ßDo not use any phone in your building
ßImmediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions
ßIf you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department
– Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier
(In Massachusetts a licensed plumber/gasfitter)
–Note to the installer:
Please leave this instruction book with the
consumer for the local electrical/gas inspector’s
use

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Guide to the cooktop
Before using the cooktop
Cleaning the cooktop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using the cooktop
Turning on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Pan size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Suitable pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Safety feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the cooktop during a power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cleaning and Care
Burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Frequently asked questions
After sales service
Help to protect our environment
Contents
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Installation and connection
When using your gas 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.
Install the appliance so that the
power cord or gas piping does not
come into contact with any portion of
the cooktop which may become hot
during use.
Before servicing, turn off the gas
valve and disconnect the power
supply by either removing the fuse,
unplugging the unit or manually
"tripping" the circuit breaker.
Do not connect the appliance to
the main electrical supply by an
extension cord. Extension cords do not
guarantee the required safety of the
appliance.
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 an installation in
these applications. Please contact
Miele Technical Service with specific
requirements.
After connecting the appliance test
for leaks according to the
installation instructions.
If there is any doubt concerning
installation contact Miele Technical
Service.
U1-800-999-1360
[email protected]
l1-800-565-6435
[email protected]
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Correct usage
Do not operate the cooktop until it
is properly installed in the
countertop.
This appliance is intended for
residential cooking only.
Use the appliance only for its
intended purpose. The
manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for damages caused by
improper use of the cooktop.
To prevent fires, ensure that
curtains or any other window
coverings do not blow over or near the
burners.
Never use the cooktop to warm or
heat the room.
Install the cooktop in a room that
has sufficient ventilation.
This appliance must not be set up
or operated outdoors.
Do not use aluminum foil to line any
part of the cooktop.
For proper lighting and
performance of the burners, keep
the ignitors clean and dry.
Make sure all the components of
the gas burners are assembled
correctly before using the cooktop.
Ensure that any burners in use are
always covered with a pan.
Do not use pans that extend past
the burner grate. Using larger pans
may cause the flames to spread out
and damage the surrounding
countertop or other countertop
appliances. The proper pan size will
also improve efficiency.
For safety and stability, do not use
pans with a bottom diameter
smaller than the burner grate.
Do not store aerosols, gasoline,
combustibles or any other
flammable materials underneath or
adjacent to the cooktop.
Only certain types of
glass/ceramic, earthware, or other
glazed cookware are suitable for use
on a cooktop without breaking due to a
sudden temperature change. Verify with
cookware manufacturer.
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Protection from damage
Do not use a steam cleaner to
clean this appliance. Steam could
penetrate electrical components and
cause a short circuit.
Do not use pans with too thin of a
base. Do not heat pans without
food, this can damage the appliance.
Spills containing salt or sugar
should be removed before the
cooktop cools to prevent stains and
dimpling.
Personal safety
The burners become very hot
when in use. Make sure that no one
comes in contact with the burners.
Do not leave children unattended
in an area where the appliance is in
use. They should never be allowed to
sit or stand on any part of the
appliance.
Do not store toys or items of
interest to children in cabinets
above or behind the cooktop. Children
climbing onto the cooktop to reach
these items may become seriously
injured.
Do not allow children to operate or
play with the cooktop. Keep all
pans out of reach of.
Use only dry, heat resistant
potholders. Moist or damp
potholders used on hot surfaces can
result in steam burns. Do not let
potholders touch the hot burners. Do
not use towels or other bulky items near
the appliance.
Be aware of loose fitting or hanging
garments while operating the
cooktop, they may present a fire
hazard.
Do not heat unopened food
containers. Built-up pressure may
cause the container to burst and result
in injury.
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Pot and pan handles should be
turned inward and not extend over
the countertop to reduce the risk of
burns, ignition of flammable materials
and spills.
Do not store items on the cooktop
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.
Take care that drafts from fans or
forced air vents do not blow
flammable material toward the flames
or push the flames so that they extend
beyond the edges of the pan.
The flame should be the same size
as the bottom of the pan. Do not
use small pans with high flame settings
as the flames can climb up the sides of
the pan.
Only use cooking utensils suitable
for cooktop use.
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 appliance
In the event of damage or a defect,
turn off the appliance immediately.
Turn off the gas shut off valve, and
disconnect completely from the
electrical supply. 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 carried
out.
Repairs should only be performed
by qualified technicians to ensure
safety. Repairs and other work by
unqualified persons could be
dangerous.
Under no circumstance open the outer
casing of the appliance.
While the appliance is under
warranty, repairs should only be
performed by a Miele authorized
service technician. Otherwise the
warranty is invalidated.
Further safety notes
When using a portable appliance
near the cooktop, make sure that
the power cord does not come into
contact with the cooktop.
Do not use containers made of
plastic or aluminum. They melt at
high temperatures.
Do not heat empty pots or pans,
this may cause damage.
Before discarding an old
appliance, disconnect it from the
gas and electrical supply and cut off
the power cord to prevent it from
becoming a hazard.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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aFast burner
bAuxiliary burner
cNormal burner
dPan supports
eBurner symbols
fPower cord
gPlug
Control Knobs
hfront left
irear left
jrear right
kfront right
Guide to the cooktop
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Burner
lBurner cap
mBurner head
nBurner base
oIgnition Safety control
pIgnitor
Guide to the cooktop
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