Miele KM 371 User manual

Operating instructions
Gas hobs
KM 362 / KM 362-1
KM 370 / KM 370-1
KM 371
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these
operating instructions before it is
installed or used for the first time. M.-Nr. 05 827 401
en - AU, NZ

Description of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Appliance models ..................................................3
Burner ...........................................................6
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
General notes ....................................................14
Cleaning and heating up for the first time ...............................14
Using the gas hob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Switching on, controlling, switching off .................................15
Suitable pans for gas burners ........................................17
Safety cut-out.....................................................18
Use during a power cut .............................................18
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
General .........................................................19
Pan support, Control knobs ..........................................19
Hob surface ......................................................20
Burners .........................................................21
Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Gas connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
After Sales Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Data Plate .......................................................27
Contents
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Appliance models
KM 362 / KM 362-1
aWok ring
bWok burner
cAuxiliary burner
dNormal burner
ePan support (2 parts)
fCooking zone symbols
gMains connection cable
Depending on country of destination,
the appliance may be supplied with
or without a plug. The plug shown is
for illustration only.
Control knob for cooking zone
hFront right
iRear right
jRear left
kFront left
Description of the appliance
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KM 370 / KM 370-1
aFast burner
bAuxiliary burner
cWok ring
dWok burner
eNormal burner
fPan support (3 parts)
gCooking zone symbols
hMains connection cable
Depending on country of destination,
the appliance may be supplied with
or without a plug. The plug shown is
for illustration only.
Control knob for cooking zone
iFront right
jRear right
kRear middle
lRear left
mFront left
Description of the appliance
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KM 371
aFast burner
bAuxiliary burner
cWok ring
dWok burner
eNormal burner
fPan support (separate for each
burner)
gCooking zone symbols
hMains connection cable
Depending on country of destination,
the appliance may be supplied with
or without a plug. The plug shown is
for illustration only.
Control knob for cooking zone
iFront right
jRear right
kMiddle
lRear left
mFront left
Description of the appliance
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Burner
Wok burner Auxiliary, normal and fast burner
nBurner cap
oBurner ring
pBurner head
qBurner base
rIgnitor
sIgnition safety device
Description of the appliance
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This appliance complies with all
relevant legal safety requirements.
Improper use of the appliance can,
however, present a risk of both
personal injury and material
damage.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the appliance, read
these instructions carefully before
using it for the first time. They
contain important notes on the
installation, safety, operation and
care of the appliance.
Supervise elderly or infirm when
using the appliance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place for reference and pass them
on to any future user.
Building in and connection
~The connection to the gas supply
must be carried out by a suitably
qualified and competent person in
accordance with local and national
safety regulations, e.g. a registered gas
fitter. If the appliance is supplied
without a plug, or if the plug is removed
the appliance must additionally be
installed and connected by a suitably
qualified and competent electrician in
strict accordance with national and
local regulations. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for damage
caused by incorrect installation or
connection.
~The electrical safety of this
appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with local and national safety
regulations. It is most important that this
basic safety requirement is present and
tested regularly, and where there is any
doubt, the household wiring system
should be inspected by a qualified
electrician. The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for the consequences of an
inadequate earthing system (e.g.
electric shock).
~Ensure that the gas pipe and
electrical cable are installed in such a
way that they do not touch any parts of
the appliance which become hot. This
could cause damage.
~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.
~This equipment is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as caravans, aircraft
etc. However it may be suitable for
such usage subject to a risk
assessment of the installation being
carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct usage
~For safety reasons the appliance
must only be operated after it has been
built in. This is necessary to ensure that
all electric components are shielded.
~This appliance is for domestic use
only, and is not intended for
commercial use.
~Use this appliance for the
preparation of food only. Any other
usage is at the owner's risk and could
be dangerous. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for damage
caused by incorrect or improper use of
the appliance.
~Do not use the appliance to heat up
the room. The high temperature could
cause inflammable objects nearby to
catch fire.
~Using the gas hob can cause heat
and moisture to build up in the kitchen.
Ensure that the room is well ventilated;
open a door or window or provide a
mechanical means of ventilation, by
installing a cooker hood, for example.
~If the hob is used for very long
periods of time additional ventilation of
the room may be necessary, e.g. by
opening windows or doors, or running
the cooker hood on the highest setting.
~This appliance must not be set up or
operated in the open air.
~Make sure all the components of the
gas burners have been correctly
assembled before switching on.
~When using a cooker hood over the
gas hob, ensure that any burners in use
are always covered with a pan.
Otherwise flames could be drawn up by
the suction of the cooker hood, parts of
which could then be damaged or even
set on fire.
~Pans must be the correct size for the
burner they are used on (see "Suitable
pans"). A pan which is too small will be
unstable on the pan support. If the pan
diameter is too large flames can spread
out to the sides and damage or burn
the worktop, wall claddings or
surrounding units and also parts of the
hob. The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for this type of damage.
~Do not store any inflammable
objects near the gas hob.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Safety with children
~The appliance is only intended for
use by adults who have read these
operating instructions.
~This appliance is not a toy! To avoid
the risk of injury keep children well
away and do not let them play with it or
use the controls. They will not
understand the potential dangers
posed by it. They should be supervised
whenever you are working in the
kitchen.
~Older children may use the
appliance only when its operation has
been clearly explained to them, and
they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
~The appliance gets hot when in use
and remains hot for quite a while after
being switched off. To safeguard
against burning, keep children well
away from the appliance at all times.
~Do not store anything which might
arouse a child's interest in storage
areas above or next to the appliance.
Otherwise they could be tempted into
climbing onto the appliance with the
risk of burning themselves.
~Keep all pans out of reach of
children. Turn pan handles inwards
away from the edge of the hob. Danger
of burning or scalding. Special hob
guards are available from good retail
outlets.
~Packaging (e.g. cling film,
polystyrene) and plastic wrappings
must be kept out of the reach of babies
and young children. Danger of
suffocation. Dispose of all packaging
safely as soon as possible.
~Before disposing of an old
appliance, ensure that disconnection
from the gas supply is made by a
suitably qualified and competent
person. Switch off at the mains
electricity supply. Cut off and render
any plug useless. Cut off the cable
directly behind the appliance to prevent
misuse. This should be done by a
competent person. Ensure that the
appliance presents no danger to
children while being stored for
disposal.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Protecting the appliance from
damage
~Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
this appliance. The steam could reach
electrical components and cause a
short circuit. Pressurised steam could
also cause permanent damage to the
surface and to other components, for
which the manufacturer cannot accept
liability.
~Unless the pan manufacturer states
that you can do so, you should never
use pans with thin bases on this hob
and you should never heat up an empty
pan. Otherwise the hob could get
damaged.
~In countries where there are areas
which may be subject to infestation by
cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
appliance and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the appliance guarantee.
Appliances with a ceramic surface:
~Do not drop anything on the ceramic
surface. Even a light object could
cause damage in certain
circumstances.
Stainless steel surfaces:
~Avoid allowing liquids or foods
containing salt to spill onto a stainless
steel hob or trim. If salty foods or liquids
do get on the hob, they should be
removed as soon as possible to avoid
the risk of corrosion.
~Replace the pan supports carefully
to avoid scratching the surface.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Protection from burning and
scalding
~The surface of the appliance gets
hot when in use, and remains hot for
quite a while after being switched off.
Do not touch it whilst it is still hot.
~Use heat-resistant pot holders or
gloves when handling hot pots and
pans. Ensure that they do not come into
contact with the flames. Do not use
large cloths, tea towels or similar as the
ends could touch the flames and catch
fire. Take care not to let pot holders or
gloves get damp or wet, as this causes
heat to transfer through the material
quicker with the risk of burning yourself.
~Do not heat up unopened tins of
food on the hob as pressure will build
up in the tin and it can explode. This
could result in injury or damage.
~Do not use the hob as a resting
place for anything else. If the hob was
switched on inadvertently, or if it was
still hot the article could begin to melt or
catch fire.
~Do not cover the hob with a cloth,
household foils or other similar objects.
This could lead to danger of the article
catching fire, if the hob were to be
switched on inadvertently.
~Remove splashes of fat and other
food debris from the surface as soon as
possible. These are a fire hazard.
~Never leave the appliance
unattended when cooking with oil or fat
as these are fire hazards if overheated.
Very hot oil can catch fire and could
even set a cooker hood above on fire.
Always heat fat slowly, watching as it
heats.
~If, despite this, oil or fat does catch
fire, do not attempt to put out the flames
with water. Use a suitable fire blanket,
saucepan lid, damp towel or similar to
smother the flames.
~Do not flambé under a cooker hood.
The flames could set the cooker hood
on fire.
~Ensure that the flames from the
burner do not spread out beyond the
base and up the sides of the pan.
~Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity
of this appliance while it is in operation.
Warning and Safety instructions
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With a damaged appliance
~In the event of damage or a defect,
switch off the appliance immediately.
Turn off the gas supply tap, and
disconnect completely from the
electricity supply. Contact the Service
department.
Ensure that the appliance is
disconnected from the electricity
supply before any servicing or repair
work.
~Ceramic hobs:
Any breakages or cracks in the ceramic
surface of the hob are defects and
must be treated as such.
~Repairs to the gas and electrical
components of this appliance must only
be carried out by a suitably qualified
person. Repairs by unauthorised
personnel could be dangerous. On no
account open the outer casing of the
appliance.
~While the appliance is under
guarantee repairs should only be
undertaken by a service engineer
authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated.
Further safety notes
~When using an electric socket near
the appliance, care should be taken
that the cable of the electrical
appliance does not come into contact
with the hot appliance. The insulation
on the cable could become damaged,
giving rise to an electric shock hazard.
~Always ensure that food is
sufficiently cooked or reheated. Many
factors will affect the overall cooking
time, including the size and amount of
food and its temperature. Some foods
may contain micro-organisms which are
only destroyed by thorough cooking;
therefore when cooking or reheating
foods such as poultry, it is particularly
important that the food is completely
cooked through. If in doubt, select a
longer cooking or reheating time.
~Do not use plastic or aluminium foil
containers. These melt at high
temperatures and could damage the
ceramic surface. Fire hazard.
~Spray canisters, aerosols and other
inflammable substances must not be
stored in a drawer under the hob.
Cutlery inserts must be heat-resistant.
~If the appliance has not been used
for a longer period of time it should be
thoroughly cleaned before it is used
again. It is also advisable to have the
appliance tested for safety. This should
be done at regular intervals.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these safety
instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Disposal of the packaging
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.
Packaging (e.g. cling film, polystyrene)
and plastic wrappings must be kept out
of the reach of babies and young
children. Danger of suffocation.
Dispose of or recycle all packaging
materials as soon as possible.
Disposal of your old appliance
or machine
Electrical and electronic appliances /
machines often contain materials
which, if handled or disposed of
incorrectly, could be potentially
hazardous to human health and to the
environment. They are, however,
essential for the correct functioning of
your appliance or machine. Please do
not therefore dispose of your old
machine or appliance with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
It should be unplugged or
disconnected from the mains electricity
supply by a competent person. The
plug must be rendered useless and the
cable cut off directly behind it to
prevent misuse.
Caring for the environment
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General notes
A data plate for your appliance is
supplied with this documentation. It
should be stuck into the space
provided at the end of the instruction
book. The address of the nearest Ser-
vice Department is given on the back
page.
Cleaning and heating up for
the first time
Before using for the first time clean the
hob and all removable parts as follows:
^The removable parts of the gas
burner assembly can be washed in a
mild solution of water and
washing-up liquid. Wipe dry and
reassemble in the correct order (see
"Cleaning and care").
^Clean the hob with a damp cloth
only, and then wipe dry.
Do not use washing up liquid to
clean the ceramic surface as it can
leave a blue sheen which may be
difficult to remove.
Metal components have a protective
coating which may give off a slight
smell when the hob is heated up for the
first time. The smell and any vapours
will dissipate after a short time and do
not indicate a faulty connection or
appliance.
Before using for the first time
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Switching on, controlling,
switching off
The control knobs are used to switch on
the burner and regulate the strength of
the flame.
ßthe gas supply is turned off
&strong flame
/weak flame
The burners can only be switched
on by pressing in the appropriate
control and turning it anti-clockwise,
and switched off by turning the
control clockwise.
The following can damage
components in the appliance:
- Trying to switch on a burner
without pressing in the control.
- Switching on a burner by
turning it clockwise.
- Switching off a burner by
turning it anti-clockwise,
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for this type of damage.
Switching on:
^The control knob for the burner
required must be pressed in and
turned anti-clockwise to the large
flame symbol to switch on.
^When the flame ignites, keep the
control pressed in for 8-10 seconds,
and then let it go.
If the flame goes out, repeat the
procedure, keeping the control knob
pressed in for a few extra seconds.
Using the gas hob
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Controling:
^When the flame burns steady after
releasing the knob, select a setting
between the large and the small
flame symbol. The flame gets
smaller, when you turn the control
knob anti-clockwise and bigger when
turning clockwise. You don’t need to
press the knob.
^Control the flame so that it does not
spread out beyond the sides of the
pan. As the outer part of the flame is
much hotter than the centre, the tips
of the flames should stay beneath the
pan base. Flame tips which extend
beyond the sides of the pan merely
warm up the air in the room and can
also damage pan handles and
increase the danger of burning.
Switching off:
^Turn the knob clockwise until the ß
position is reached.
This stops the flow of gas and the flame
goes out.
Using the gas hob
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Suitable pans for gas burners
Burners Min. pan base
diameter in cm
Small burner 10
Medium burner 12
Large burner 14
Wok burner 14*
Max. diameter at
top of pans in cm
Small burner 22
Medium burner 22
Large burner 24
Wok burner 24*
* This diameter doesn't apply when
using a wok.
– You should select pans which are
suitable for the burner they are to be
used on. In general: use larger
diameter pans on the large burner
and smaller diameter pans on the
small burner.
–Wide, shallow pans are preferable to
tall, narrow ones. They will heat up
faster.
–Pans with thick bases are preferable
as these distribute heat more evenly,
and therefore lessen the risk of heat
spots occurring which can cause
food to stick or burn. With thin bases
heat is conducted quickly to the
food, however there is a danger of
food heating up unevenly and too
quickly increasing the risk of burning.
Stir the food frequently.
–Any heat-resistant pans can be used
on a gas burner.
–Remember when purchasing new
pans that manufacturers usually refer
to the diameter at the top of the pan
in their documentation.
– Refer to the chart above and ensure
that the pan diameter falls within the
minimum and maximum diameters
given for the burner you are using. A
pan which is too small will be
unstable on the pan support. If the
pan diameter is too large flames can
spread out to the sides and damage
or burn the worktop, wall claddings
or surrounding units and also parts of
the hob. The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for this type of damage.
–Use a pan lid whenever possible to
minimise heat loss.
Using the gas hob
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Safety cut-out
This appliance is fitted with an electric
ignition safety device which cuts off the
supply of gas to a burner if the flame
goes out, for example if food has boiled
over, or if there was a sudden draught.
^To use the hob again, turn the knob
clockwise until the "ß" position is
reached and switch on as normal.
The safety cut-out operates
independently from the electricity
supply. This means that it is still active
when the hob is used during a power
cut (see "Use during a power cut").
Use during a power cut
If there is an interruption to the
electricity supply the gas can be
ignited with a match:
^Press in the relevant control knob
and turn it anti-clockwise to the large
gas symbol.
^Hold the control pressed in and light
the gas at the burner with a match.
^Keep the control knob pressed in for
a further 8-10 seconds and then
release it.
Using the gas hob
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General
Clean the appliance regularly,
preferably after each use. Allow it to
cool sufficiently.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
this appliance. The steam could
reach electrical components and
cause a short circuit. Pressurised
steam could also cause permanent
damage to the surface and to other
components, for which the
manufacturer cannot accept liability.
Do not use any sharp objects which
could damage the seal between the
ceramic surface and the
surrounding frame and between the
frame and the worktop.
Do not use any of the following on
your hob as they can damage the
surface material:
cleaning agents containing sand,
soda, alkalines, acids or chlorides,
grill and ovensprays, dishwasher
detergent, stain or rust removers,
scouring agents or cream cleaners,
abrasive sponges and brushes
Do not let the ignitor in the burner
get wet. It it gets wet it will not spark.
After cleaning the hob it must be
thoroughly dried with a soft cloth to
prevent a build up of limescale
deposits.
Pan support, Control knobs
Take off the pan supports.
Clean these and the control knobs with
a damp cloth, washing up liquid and
warm water. Stubborn soiling is best
soaked before.
Finally dry everything with a clean soft
cloth.
On stainless steel models:
Replace the pan supports carefully
to avoid scratching the surface.
Cleaning and care
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Hob surface
Stainless steel
Clean the hob surface with a sponge
and a mild solution of warm water and
washing up liquid. Soak baked or
hardened spills.
Dry the hob surface thoroughly after
cleaning.
The stainless steel surface of the hob
can be cleaned using a proprietary
non-abrasive cleaning agent designed
for use on stainless steel surfaces.
Apply with an even pressure following
the direction of the "grain".
Please contact your local Spare Parts
department for information on the
appropriate cleaning product.
Thoroughly remove salty foods or
liquids from the hob as soon as
possible to avoid the risk of
corrosion.
Ceramic surface
Wipe soiling off using a damp cloth.
Stubborn soiling is best removed with a
shielded scraper blade.
Then apply a proprietary cleaning
agent for ceramic surfaces using a soft
cloth or kitchen paper towel. This way
any limescale deposits, caused for
example by water boiling over, are
removed.
Finally wipe the hob surface with a
damp cloth and then dry it with a clean
soft cloth.
Note that some cleaning agents contain
a protective additive designed to
prevent water marks and smears
adhering to the surface.
Do not use washing up liquid on the
ceramic surface as it can leave a
blue sheen which may be difficult to
remove.
When using a cleaner for ceramic
surfaces follow the manufacturer’s
instructions on the packaging.
Cleaning and care
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