Miele KM 418-1 User manual

Operating instructions
Ceramic hob
with induction
KM 418
KM 418-1
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these
instructions before it is installed
and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 05 621 621
en-GB

Description of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Hob .............................................................3
Cooking zone controls and displays ....................................4
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
General notes ....................................................13
Cleaning and heating up for the first time ...............................13
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
The induction principle .............................................14
Pans ............................................................16
Function of the sensor switches ......................................17
Switching on .....................................................17
Settings .........................................................18
Auto heat-up .....................................................19
Booster .........................................................20
Switching off and residual heat indicators...............................21
Safety lock .......................................................22
Safety switch-off...................................................23
Overheating protection .............................................24
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Data plate .......................................................32
Contents
2

Hob Cooking zones
aRear cooking zone
(Ø 16 / 19.5 / 23 cm;
Normal power level / with Booster
2200 W / 3000 W)
bFront cooking zone
(Ø10/13/16cm;
Normal power level / when rear
Booster switched on 1400 W /
600 W)
Control panel
cHob ON / OFF sensor switch
dSensor switch for safety lock
eSafety lock indicator lamp
fCooking zone controls
gSensor switch for Booster function on
the rear cooking zone
hMains cable
iPlug
(Depending on country of
destination, the appliance may be
supplied with or without a plug. The
plug shown is for illustration only).
Description of the appliance
3

Cooking zone controls and displays
jDisplays:
0= Cooking zone ready for use
1to 9= Power settings
H= Residual heat
A= Auto heat-up activated
(alternating with the continued cooking setting selected)
ß= No pan on cooking zone or pan unsuitable
(see section on suitable pans
F= Fault message (see "Problem solving guide")
P= Booster activated (only for the rear cooking zone)
ksensor for setting the power level
Description of the appliance
4

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.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place for reference and pass them
on to any future user.
Building in and connection
If the appliance is supplied without a
plug, or if the plug is removed, it must
be connected to the mains electricity
supply by a suitably qualified and
competent electrician in strict
accordance with local and national
safety regulations. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable 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).
~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
(e.g. danger of overheating).
~This appliance must not be installed
over a dishwasher, washing machine,
tumble dryer, refrigerator, freezer or
fridge-freezer. The high temperatures
radiated by it could damage the
appliance below and also impair the
hob’s ventilation system.
~This equipment may only be used in
mobile installations such as ships,
caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk
assessment of the installation has been
carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
Warning and Safety instructions
5

Correct usage
~For safety reasons the appliance
must only be operated after it has been
built in. This is necessary to ensure that
all electrical components are shielded.
~This appliance is intended for
domestic use only and is not to be used
for commercial purposes.
~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.
~This appliance must not be set up or
operated in the open air.
Warning and Safety instructions
6

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.
Supervise its use by the elderly or
infirm.
~Use the safety lock to prevent
children operating the appliance or
altering the settings.
~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.
~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 safely as soon as possible.
~Old appliances must be
disconnected from the power supply,
any plug rendered useless and the
cable cut off directly behind the
appliance to ensure it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal. This should be done by a
competent person.
Warning and Safety instructions
7

Protecting the appliance from
damage
~Do not drop anything on the ceramic
surface. Even a light object such as a
salt cellar, could cause damage in
certain circumstances.
~Do not use pots or pans on the
ceramic hob with bases with
pronounced edges or ridges e.g. cast
iron pans. These could scratch or scour
the hob surface permanently. Grains of
salt and sand can also scratch.
~Do not allow either solid or liquid
sugar, or pieces of plastic or aluminium
foil to get on the ceramic surface when
it is hot. If this should occur, switch off
the appliance and carefully, while they
are still hot, scrape off all remains of
these materials using a shielded
scraper blade. Take care not to burn
yourself. If residues are allowed to cool
before being removed, the ceramic
surface will be susceptible to pitting or
even cracking.
Clean the appliance once it has cooled
down.
~To prevent the risk of spillages etc.
burning on, remove any soiling as
quickly as possible and ensure that pan
bases are clean, dry and free of
grease.
~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.
~Never place hot pans near the
control area. This can damage the
electronics.
~If a drawer is fitted directly
underneath the hob, ensure that there
is sufficient space between the drawer
and its contents and underside of the
appliance in order to ensure sufficient
ventilation for the hob.
~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.
Warning and Safety instructions
8

Protection from burning and
scalding
~The surface of the appliance is hot
when in use, and remains hot for quite
a while after being switched off. There
is a danger of burning until the residual
heat indicators go out.
~For added protection it is advisable
to use heat-resistant pot holders or
gloves when using the appliance. Do
not let them get damp or wet, as this
causes heat to transfer through the
material more quickly with the risk of
scalding or 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 and scalding or
damage.
~Do not place objects other than pots
and pans on the hob. Be especially
careful not to place knives, forks or
spoons etc, or other metallic items on
the hob. If the hob is switched on, or if
there is residual heat present, the
metallic items can heat up and cause
burning. Remember that metallic items
can cause the cooking zone to heat up
unintentionally! Depending on material,
other non-metallic items can melt or
burn if placed on the hob. Switch the
hob off after use.
~Do not cover the appliance, e.g.
with a cloth, kitchen foil, etc. This could
be a fire hazard if the appliance is
switched on by mistake.
~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.
Warning and Safety instructions
9

Appliance faults
~In the event of damage or a defect,
switch off the appliance immediately.
Disconnect completely from the
electricity supply. If the appliance has
not yet been fully installed, the
electricity cable must be disconnected
from the supply point. If connected via
a plug and socket, switch off at the
socket and withdraw the plug. Contact
the Service Department.
Do not reconnect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply until after it has
been repaired.
~If there is any damage to the
ceramic surface the appliance must be
disconnected from the mains electricity
supply immediately and not used until it
has been repaired. Danger of electric
shock.
~Repairs must only be carried out by
a suitably qualified and competent
person. Repairs and other work by
unqualified persons could be very
dangerous and could damage the
appliance. The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for unauthorised work. Never
open the housing of the appliance.
~While the appliance is under
guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated.
Warning and Safety instructions
10

Electromagnetic fields
~For people fitted with a heart
pacemaker:
Please note that the area immediately
surrounding the hob is
electromagnetically charged, and that
this could affect a pacemaker.
If in any doubt consult the manufacturer
of the pacemaker or your doctor.
~Ensure pans are placed centrally
over the cooking zone to prevent
unnecessary exposure to the
electromagnetic field.
~To prevent damage to items which
are susceptible to magnetic fields, e.g.
credit cards, diskettes, pocket
calculators etc, do not leave them in the
immediate vicinity of the hob.
Further safety notes
~Ensure pans are placed centrally
over the cooking zone to prevent
unnecessary exposure to the
electro-magnetic field.
~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.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions
11

Disposal of the packing
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 safely as soon as possible.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
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.
Please do not therefore dispose of your
old 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. If
connected by a plug, the plug must be
rendered useless and the cable cut off
directly behind the appliance to prevent
misuse.
Caring for the environment
12

General notes
A dash (-) will appear in the display for
the rear cooking zone and a 1will
appear in the display for the front
cooking zone for a few seconds when
the appliance is first connected to the
power supply or after a power cut. The
hob is ready for use as soon as these
displays disappear.
This appliance operates using the
induction principle. This means that the
cooking zones will only work if they are
covered by a pan with a magnetic base
(see section "Suitable pans").
A light humming or clicking sound may
be audible when the appliance is
switched on. This is quite normal with
induction heat.
Please stick the extra data plate for the
appliance supplied with this
documentation in the space provided in
the "After sales service" section of this
booklet.
Cleaning and heating up for
the first time
Before using for the first time clean the
appliance with a damp cloth and then
dry with a soft cloth.
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
13

The induction principle
An induction coil is located under each
cooking zone. When a zone is switched
on this coil creates a magnetic field.
This magnetic field in turn creates
(induces) current in the base of the pan
on it (which must be magnetic). This
heats up the base of the pan. The
cooking zone itself is heated up
indirectly by the heat given back off by
the pan.
The following points should be noted
when cooking by induction:
– Induction cooking zones will only
work when covered by a pan with a
magnetic base (see "Suitable pans").
Unsuitable pans will not heat up.
– Induction cooking zones adapt their
power output to the diameter of the
pan base:
smaller diameter =
smaller output
larger diameter =
greater output
However, for induction to take place,
the diameter must not be too small
(see "Suitable pans").
–Induction will not work if no pan is
present, the pan is unsuitable or too
small. In the above circumstances,
the power setting selected will
disappear from the cooking zone
display and the ßsymbol will appear:
If, while the ßis still lit up, a pan of
suitable material and size is placed
on the cooking zone, operation will
recommence at the previously
selected setting.
Otherwise the cooking zone will
switch itself off automatically after 10
minutes and a 0will appear in the
display.
Do not place knives, forks or spoons
etc., or other metallic items on the
hob. If the hob is switched on, or if
there is residual heat present, the
metallic items can heat up and
cause burning. Remember that
metallic items can cause the
cooking zone to heat up
unintentionally!
Switch the hob off after use.
Operation
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Noises
When using an induction hob, the
following noises can occur in the pan,
depending on what it is made of and
how it has been constructed.
–On the higher power settings, it
might buzz. This will decrease or
cease altogether when the power
setting is reduced.
–If the pan base is made of layers of
different materials (e.g. in a
sandwiched base), it might emit a
cracking sound.
– Whistling might occur if both zones
are being used on the highest setting
at the same time, and the pans also
have bases made of layers of
different materials.
– You might hear a clicking sound from
the electronic switches, especially on
lower settings.
The appliance has a cooling fan to help
extend the life of the electronics. When
the hob is being used intensively, this
will come on and you will hear a
whirring sound. The fan may continue
to run after the appliance has been
switched off.
Operation
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Pans
Suitable pans
Induction cooking zones will only work
when covered by a pan with a
magnetic base.
Suitable pans include:
–stainless steel pans with a magnetic
base
–enamelled steel pans
–cast iron pans
Unsuitable pans:
– stainless steel pans without a
magnetic base
– aluminium and copper pans
– glass, ceramic or earthenware pots
and pans
To test a pot or pan for suitability for
use on an induction hob:
^Fill the pan with some water and
place it on a cooking zone.
^Switch on the cooking zone and
select a high cooking level.
If the pan is not suitable, the power
setting selected will disappear from the
cooking zone display after a few
seconds and the ßsymbol will appear.
Please be aware that the properties of
the pan base can affect the eveness
with which food heats up in the pan.
Unless the pan manufacturer states
that you can do so, do not use pans
with very thin bases on this hob and
never heat up empty pans as they
could get damaged. This could also
damage the appliance.
Pan size
The diameter of the pan base must be
at least as big as the inner marking on
the zone it is being used on. If the
diameter of the pan is too small the
induction heating will not work. A ßwill
appear in the cooking zone display.
Please note that the maximum diameter
quoted by manufacturers often refers to
the diameter of the top rim of the pot or
pan. The diameter of the base
(generally smaller) is more important.
Tips on saving energy
Use a pan lid whenever possible to
minimise heat loss.
uncovered covered
Operation
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Function of the sensor
switches
This hob is equipped with electronic
sensor switches. They react to finger
contact.
To operate a cooking zone touch the
relevant sensor. An audible tone
confirms when a sensor reacts to being
touched.
Make sure that only one sensor is
touched at a time (except: when
switching off a cooking zone), and
keep the control area clean. Do not
put things down on it. The sensors
may fail to react or they could
mistake the article or any dirt for a
finger tip contact, thereby activating
a function or even leading to the hob
switching itself off automatically (see
the section on "Safety switch-off".)
Never place hot pans on the sensor
switches. This can damage the
electronics.
Switching on
The hob must be switched on before
any of the zones can be used.
To switch the hob on:
^Touch the ON / OFF sensor s.
A0appears in the display for each of
the zones. If no further entry is made,
the hob will switch itself off after a few
seconds for safety reasons.
To switch a cooking zone on:
^Select a power setting between 1and
9by touching the -or +sensor.
Operation
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Settings
The range of settings is the same for all cooking zones:
Cooking process Settings
Melting butter, chocolate etc.
Dissolving gelatine
Preparing yoghurt
1-2
Thickening sauces containing egg yolk and butter
Warming small quantities of food/liquid
Keeping warm food which sticks easily
Cooking rice
1-3
Warming liquid and semi-solid foods
Thickening sauces, e.g. Hollandaise
Making porridge
Preparing omelettes, lightly fried eggs
Steaming fruit
2-4
Defrosting deep frozen food
Steaming vegetables, fish
Cooking dumplings, potatoes, pulses
Pulse soups and broths
3-5
Bringing to the boil and continued cooking of large
quantities of food
5-6
Gentle braising (without overheating the fat) of meat, fish,
vegetables, fried eggs etc.
7
Frying potato cakes, pancakes etc. 7 - 8
Boiling large quantities of water
Bringing to the boil
9
These settings are guidelines only, based on approx. 4 helpings. With deep pans,
large quantities or without the lid on, a higher setting is needed. With smaller
quantities select a lower setting.
Operation
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Auto heat-up
When Auto heat-up has been activated,
the cooking zone switches on
automatically at the highest setting and
then switches to the continued cooking
setting which you have previously
selected. The heat-up time depends on
which continued cooking setting has
been chosen (see chart).
As the higher continued cooking
settings are generally used for frying
food, only a relatively short heat-up time
is needed to heat up the pan initially.
Taking a pan off the zone whilst Auto
heat-up is in operation interrupts the
Auto heat-up. It will resume if a pan is
placed back on the zone within
10 minutes.
Continued
cooking setting
Heat-up time
in minutes and
seconds (approx.)
1 1:15
2 1:40
3 2:10
4 3:00
5 5:05
6 7:40
7 1:40
8 2:10
9-
To activate Auto heat-up:
^Select setting 9by pressing the -or +
sensors.
^Press the +sensor (again).
An Awill appear in the display for as
long as the +is being pressed. When
the sensor is released, power setting 9
will appear, alternating with A.
^While the Aand 9are flashing
alternately, you can use the -control
to select a continued cooking setting.
If the display is no longer flashing,
press the +sensor again.
During the heat-up time, the display will
show Aalternating with the continued
cooking setting selected, e.g. 7.
During the heat-up time the continued
cooking setting can be increased using
the +sensor. The heat-up time will
increase accordingly.
The continued cooking setting can,
however, only be reduced using the -
sensor during the first few seconds
after activating the Auto heat-up
function. At the end of this time,
reducing the continued cooking time
will switch the Auto heat-up function off.
Operation
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Booster
The rear cooking zone is equipped with
a booster, i.e. an increase in the power
level.
If activated, the cooking zone will
operate on power setting 9with an
extra boost of power for a period of 10
minutes. This boost is intended for
quickly bringing large quantities of
water to the boil, e.g. when cooking
pasta.
Procedure:
^Switch the hob on.
^Press the Bsensor.
APwill appear in the display for the
rear cooking zone.
After 10 minutes, the zone will
automatically revert to the normal
power setting 9and the Pwill go out.
The Booster can be cancelled early by
–pressing the Bsensor again,
–pressing the -sensor on the rear
cooking zone.
The extra boost of energy is only
available by taking a proportion of
energy away from the front cooking
zone. Whilst the booster is enagaged,
the front cooking zone will operate at a
maximum setting of 7, even if a higher
power setting, e.g. 8, is selected. To
indicate that this is happening, the 8
will flash alternately with the 7until the
Booster switches off again.
Engaging the Booster also
automatically overrides any Auto
heat-up function set for both cooking
zones.
Taking a pan off the rear zone whilst the
Booster is in operation, interrupts the
Booster. It will resume if a pan is placed
back on the zone within 10 minutes.
Operation
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