Miele HR 1421-3 E User manual

Operating instructions
30inch electric range
(electric oven and electric cooktop)
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is
imperative that you read these instructions before
installing the appliance and using it for the first time.
en-CA M.-Nr. 11 918 440

Warnings and safety instructions
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WARNING
Children and adults can tip over the range if has not been secured.
This may lead to fatal injuries.
 This Range must be secured and connected using the anti-tip
device according to the installation instructions.
 If you have moved the Range, slide the locking latch onto the anti-
tip device until you feel it lock into place.
 Do not use the Range if the anti-tip device has not been properly
installed and engaged.
 If you fail to observe the information in the installation instructions,
this can result in serious or fatal injuries for both children and adults.
All ranges can tip
Injury to persons
could result
Install anti-tip devices
packed with range
See installation
instructions
WARNING

Contents
3
Warnings and safety instructions .................................................................... 2
Warnings and safety instructions .................................................................... 6
Guide to the range............................................................................................. 20
Electric cooktop .................................................................................................. 20
Oven .................................................................................................................... 21
Range controls .................................................................................................. 22
Burner control knobs for electric cooktop........................................................... 22
Oven controls ...................................................................................................... 23
Features.............................................................................................................. 26
Data plate ............................................................................................................ 26
Items supplied..................................................................................................... 26
Standard and optional accessories..................................................................... 26
Safety features of the electric cooktop ............................................................... 30
Oven safety features ........................................................................................... 31
PerfectClean treated surfaces............................................................................. 31
Self-Clean-ready accessories ............................................................................. 32
Initial commissioning ........................................................................................ 33
Before using for the first time.............................................................................. 33
Cleaning the cooktop before heating it up for the first time................................ 34
Heating up the oven for the first time.................................................................. 34
Operating the electric cooktop ........................................................................ 36
Energy-saving tips............................................................................................... 36
Cookware ............................................................................................................ 36
How the burners work ......................................................................................... 37
Burner data.......................................................................................................... 38
Power level ranges .............................................................................................. 39
Switching on the burner ...................................................................................... 40
Switching off a burner ......................................................................................... 40
Operating the oven............................................................................................ 41
Overview of operating modes ............................................................................. 41
Energy-saving tips............................................................................................... 41
Simple operation ................................................................................................. 42
Preheating the oven compartment...................................................................... 42

Contents
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Operating the clock/timer.................................................................................. 43
Switching cooking programs on and off automatically .................................. 43
Changing the time of day ............................................................................... 46
Changing factory default settings .................................................................. 46
Switching the system lock on and off........................................................ 50
Using the timer........................................................................................... 51
Baking................................................................................................................. 52
Tips on baking..................................................................................................... 52
Notes on the operating modes............................................................................ 53
Roasting ............................................................................................................. 54
Tips for roasting .................................................................................................. 54
Notes on the operating modes............................................................................ 55
Broiling ............................................................................................................... 56
Tips for broiling.................................................................................................... 56
Notes on the operating modes............................................................................ 57
Further applications .......................................................................................... 58
Defrost................................................................................................................. 58
Drying .................................................................................................................. 59
Heating dishes..................................................................................................... 59
Slow Roasting ..................................................................................................... 60
Canning ............................................................................................................... 62
Frozen food/ready meals ................................................................................... 64
Cleaning and care of the electric cooktop...................................................... 65
Cleaning and care of the oven ......................................................................... 67
Unsuitable cleaning agents ................................................................................. 67
Removing normal soiling ..................................................................................... 68
Removing stubborn soiling.................................................................................. 68
Cleaning with the Self clean (Clean) operating mode................................... 69
Starting Self Clean.......................................................................................... 70
At the end of the Self Clean program............................................................. 71
Self Clean interrupted..................................................................................... 72
Removing the door.............................................................................................. 73
Reinstalling the door ........................................................................................... 74
Removing the side runners ................................................................................. 75
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 76
Technical Service............................................................................................... 80
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 80

Contents
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Warranty .............................................................................................................. 80
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 81

Warnings and safety instructions
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When using the appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the
following:
Read all instructions before installation and use of the range to prevent
accidents and machine damage.
This Range complies with all current local and national safety
requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal
injury and material damage.
Read the installation instructions carefully before installing and
connecting the Range.
Read the operating instructions carefully before using the Range.
Installation and operating instructions are always jointly applicable
and both contain important information on its installation, safety,
use, and maintenance. They prevent both personal injury and
damage to the appliance.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance
with these instructions.
Keep the installation instructions and the operating instructions in
a safe place and pass them both on to any future owner.

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Appropriate use
 This Range is intended for domestic use and use in other similar
environments.
 This Range is not intended for outdoor use.
 The Range is exclusively for use under normal domestic
conditions:
- Use the oven for baking, roasting, broiling, defrosting, canning,
and drying food.
- Use the cooktop to prepare food and keep it warm.
All other types of use are not permitted.
 Fire hazard! Never use the oven to store or dry items which could
ignite easily.
 This Range can only be used by people with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
if they are supervised whilst using it.
They may only use it unsupervised if they have been shown how to
do so in a safe manner. They must be able to recognize and
understand the possible consequences of incorrect operation.
 The oven compartment is equipped with special lamps to cope
with particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance, and vibration). These special lamps
must only be used for the purpose for which they are intended. They
are not suitable for room lighting.
Safety with children
 Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the Range. Never
allow children to play with the Range.
 Children must be kept away from the Range unless they are
constantly supervised.
 Risk of burns due to improper use. Do not allow children to
operate the Range.

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 Burn Hazard - Do not allow children to use the oven. Failure to do
so can result in severe burns or serious injury.
 Burn Hazard - Do not allow children to use the cooktop. Failure to
do so can result in severe burns or serious injury.
 Risk of suffocation from packaging material. While playing,
children may become entangled in packaging material (such as
plastic wrapping) or pull it over their head, presenting the risk of
suffocation.
Keep packaging material away from children.
 Risk of injury caused by hot surfaces. Children’s skin is far more
sensitive to high temperatures than that of adults. External parts of
the oven such as the door glass, control panel, and the vent become
quite hot.
Do not let children touch the oven when it is in operation.
 Risk of injury caused by hot surfaces. Children’s skin is far more
sensitive to high temperatures than that of adults. The oven gets
much hotter during the Self Clean program than during normal use.
Do not let children touch the oven during the Self Clean program.
 The cooktop gets hot when in use and remains hot for some time
after being turned off. Keep children away from the appliance until it
has cooled down and is no longer a burn hazard.
 Burn hazard!
Keep the spaces above and behind the cooktop clear of any items
that could draw the attention of children. Otherwise, they can be
tempted into climbing onto the appliance.
 Danger of burning and scalding.
Turn all handles to the side over the countertop so that children
cannot pull pots and pans down and burn themselves.
 Risk of injury from the open door. The oven door can support a
maximum weight of 33lbs (15kg). Children could injure themselves
on an open door.
Do not let children sit on the door, lean against it, or swing on it.

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Technical safety
 This appliance must be installed and connected in compliance
with the installation instructions.
 Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance, and
repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorized technician.
 Do not lift or carry the Range by the oven door handle or control
panel.
 Maintenance by the user: Never repair or replace any part of the
appliance unless the instructions specifically recommend doing so.
Service work may only be performed by a qualified technician.
 Damage to the Range can compromise your safety. Check the
appliance for visible signs of damage. Do not use a damaged Range.
 Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous power
supply system or a power supply system that is not synchronized
with the grid power supply (e.g. island networks, back-up systems)
is possible. A prerequisite for operation is that the power supply
system complies with the specifications of EN50160 or an
equivalent local standard.
The function and operation of the protective measures provided in
the domestic electrical installation and in this Miele product must
also be maintained in isolated operation or in operation that is not
synchronized with the grid power supply, or these measures must be
replaced by equivalent measures in the installation. As described, for
example, in the current version of VDE-AR-E 2510-2 or an equivalent
local standard.
 The electrical safety of the Range can only be guaranteed when
correctly grounded. It is essential that this basic safety requirement
is fulfilled. If in doubt, the electrical installation should be checked by
a qualified electrician.
 Proper installation: Make sure that your appliance has been
installed correctly and that it has been grounded by a qualified
technician.

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 To avoid damaging the range, make sure that the connection data
(voltage and frequency) on the data plate correspond to the
building's power supply before connecting the appliance.
When in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
 Multi-socket adapters and extension cords do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (fire hazard). Do not use these to
connect the Range to the domestic electrical supply.
 For safety reasons, only use the Range when it has been fully
installed.
 This Range must not be installed and operated in non-stationary
installations (e.g. on a ship).
 Risk of injury due to electric shock. Any contact with live
connections or tampering with the electrical or mechanical
components of the Range will endanger your safety and may lead to
appliance malfunctions.
Do not open the Range housing under any circumstances.
 While the Range is under warranty, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician authorized by Miele Service.
Otherwise the warranty will be invalidated.
 Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when original
Miele parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced with
genuine Miele replacement parts.
 If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced with a special
power cable by a Miele authorized technician (see “Installation –
Electrical connection”).
 Danger of electric shock! Do not use the cooktop if it is faulty, or if
the ceramic surface is cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way.
Turn it off immediately. Disconnect the Range from the domestic
electrical supply. Contact Miele Service.
 During installation, maintenance, and repair work, e.g. if the oven
interior lighting is broken, the Range must be completely
disconnected from the household electricity supply (see “Problem
solving guide”). To ensure this:

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- Disconnect the circuit breakers, or
- Completely unscrew the screw-out circuit breakers (in countries
where this is applicable), or
- Pull out the plug (if one is present) at the electrical socket. To do
this, pull the plug, not the power cable.
 The Range requires a sufficient supply of cool air for efficient
operation. Make sure that the supply of cool air is not hindered in
any way (e.g. by fitting heat insulation strips in the cabinet carcase).
Furthermore, the required supply of cool air must not be excessively
heated by other heat sources (e.g. solid fuel stoves).
 Do not install any cabinets above the Range as reaching over a
hot cooktop to access the cabinets can result in burns. You can
reduce the risk of burns by installing a ventilation hood that extends
at least 12cm past the bottom of the cabinets.
Correct use
 Caution: Heating elements may be hot even though they are not
glowing. Interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause
burns. External parts of the oven such as the door glass, vents, and
the control panel can become hot. During and after use, do not
touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials come into contact
with heating elements or interior surfaces of the oven until they have
had sufficient time to cool.
 Consuming food that has been left in the oven compartment for a
long time may result in food poisoning. Food should only be left in
the oven compartment for brief periods before and after the cooking
process.
 Loose fitting or hanging garments present a fire hazard. Wear
proper apparel while operating the appliance.
 Use only dry, heat-resistant potholders. Moist or damp potholders
used on hot surfaces may result in steam burns. Do not let
potholders come in contact with oil or grease. Do not substitute dish
towels or other bulky items for potholders. Do not let potholders
touch hot heating elements.

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 Open the door carefully to allow hot air or steam to escape before
placing or removing food.
 To prevent burns, always place oven racks at their desired height
while the oven is cool. If the rack must be moved while the oven is
hot, do not let pot holders touch hot heating elements.
 To prevent burns, allow the heating elements to cool before
cleaning by hand.
 Smother the fire or flames, or use a dry chemical extinguishing
agent or foam fire extinguisher.
 Never store flammable liquids and materials in, above or under an
oven, or near cooking surfaces.
WARNING
NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the
room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and
overheating of the oven.
WARNING
NEVER use this appliance as storage space. Doing so may result
in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the oven.
WARNING
NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or
cover an entire rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so
blocks air flow through the oven and may cause carbon monoxide
poisoning. Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat, causing a fire
hazard.
 Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
 This oven must only be used for cooking food. Corrosive
chemicals and vapors as well as fumes, vapors or heat given off by
glues, plastics or flammable liquids and materials could be
hazardous. Do not use it as a dryer, kiln, dehumidifier, etc.

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 Do not let metal objects (aluminum foil, pans) come in contact
with the heating element.
 Make certain that the power cords of small appliances do not
come in contact with or get caught in the oven door.
 When baking frozen pizzas or pies, place them on the wire rack
lined with parchment paper. Do not use the baking tray or the
roasting pan for frozen foods with a large surface area. The tray or
pan could become warped and difficult to remove from the oven
when hot. Frozen foods like french fries, chicken nuggets, etc. can
be baked on the baking tray.
 Risk of injury caused by hot surfaces. The oven gets hot during
operation. You could burn yourself on the heater elements, oven
compartment, accessories, or food.
When the oven is hot, use oven mitts to insert, remove, or turn food,
as well as when adjusting the oven shelves, etc.
 Due to the high temperatures radiated, objects left near the Range
could catch fire.
Do not use the Range to heat up the room.
 Oils and fats are a fire hazard if allowed to overheat. Never leave
the appliance unattended when cooking with oil or fats. Never
attempt to put out oil or fat fires with water. Turn the oven off and
extinguish the flames by leaving the door closed.
 Never attempt to put out oil or fat fires on the cooktop with water.
Switch the cooktop off.
Extinguish the flames on the cooktop carefully with a lid or fire
blanket.
 Broiling food for excessively long cooking durations can cause it
to dry out with the risk of catching fire. Do not exceed the
recommended cooking durations.

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 Certain foods dry out quickly and may catch fire due to high
broiling temperatures.
Never use broiling modes to finish baking par-cooked rolls or bread,
or to dry flowers or herbs. Instead, use the Convection Bake
(Conv Bake) or Surround (Surround)operating mode.
 If using alcohol in your recipes, please be aware that high
temperatures can cause the alcohol to evaporate. The vapour can
catch fire on hot heater elements.
 Plastic or aluminum foil cookware melts at high temperatures and
can damage the range or start to burn. Do not use any plastic or
aluminum foil cookware.
Exception: You can use oven-safe plastic cookware in the oven.
Heed the cookware manufacturer's instructions.
 When using residual heat to keep food warm, corrosion from high
air humidity and condensation can occur in the oven. This can cause
damage to the control panel, countertop, and cabinet carcase. Keep
the oven on and select the lowest temperature available for the
selected operating mode. The cooling fan will then continue to run
automatically.
 Food which is stored in the oven compartment or left in it to be kept
warm can dry out and the moisture released can lead to corrosion
damage in the oven. Always cover food that is left in the oven to keep
warm.
 A buildup of heat can cause the floor of the oven to crack or flake
off.
Never line the floor of the oven with aluminum foil or oven liners.
If you wish to place dishware on the floor of the oven during the
cooking process, or place dishware on the floor of the oven to heat it
up, you can do so, but only with the Convection Bake (Conv
Bake)operating mode.
 The oven floor can become damaged by items being pushed
around on it. When placing pots, pans, or dishware on the oven floor,
do not push them around.

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 Risk of injury caused by steam. Pouring a cold liquid onto a hot
surface creates steam, which can cause severe scalding. The
sudden temperature change can also cause damage to hot surfaces.
Never pour cold liquids directly onto hot enamelled surfaces.
 It is important that the temperature in the food being cooked is
evenly distributed and sufficiently high. You can ensure this by
stirring or turning the food.
 Canning food and heating it up in closed containers results in an
increase in pressure which can cause them to explode. Do not use
cans for canning or reheating food.
 Risk of injury from the open door. You could bang into the open
door or trip over it. Do not leave the door open unnecessarily.
 The door can support a maximum load of 33lbs (15kg). Do not
lean or sit on an open door, or place heavy items on it. Make sure
that nothing gets trapped between the door and the oven
compartment. This could damage the oven.
 The flames could set the grease filters of a ventilation hood on fire.
Do not flambé under a hood.
 Never heat empty cookware.
 If the cooktop is covered, there is a risk that the material of the
cover will ignite, explode or melt if the cooktop is still hot or if it is
turned on inadvertently. Never cover the appliance with a cover,
cloth or protective foil.
 When using an electrical appliance, e.g. a hand mixer, near the
cooktop, make sure that the power cable does not come into contact
with the hot cooktop. The cable's insulation could become damaged.
 The cooktop gets hot when in use and remains hot for a while
after being turned off. A burn hazard is present until the residual heat
indicators go out.
 If the cooktop is on or accidentally turned on, or if it is still hot, metal
objects on the cooktop can heat up. Other items may melt or catch fire.
Damp lids can become attached to the cooktop by suction. Do not
store items on the cooktop. Always turn the burners off after use.

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 Metallic objects, such as knives, forks, spoons, and lids should
not be placed on the cooktop, as they can get hot.
 Do not allow solid or liquid sugar, or pieces of plastic or aluminum
foil, to get on the cooktop when it is hot, as they can damage the
ceramic surface when it cools down. If this should occur, turn off the
appliance immediately and scrape off all the sugar, plastic or
aluminum residues while still hot using a scraper blade. Wear oven
mitts when doing so. Allow the burners to cool down and clean them
with a suitable ceramic cleaning agent.
 Pans that boil dry can damage the ceramic surface. Never leave
the cooktop unattended during use.
 Pots and pans with rough bottoms can scratch the ceramic
surface. Only use pots and pans that are smooth on the bottom.
 Lift pans into position on the cooktop. Sliding them into place can
cause scuff marks and scratches.
 Grains of salt, sugar and sand (e.g. from cleaning vegetables) can
cause scratches if they get onto pan bottoms. Make sure that the
ceramic surface and pan bottom are clean before placing any pans
on the cooktop.
 Even light objects (such as a salt shaker) can cause damage to
the ceramic cooktop in certain circumstances. Do not drop anything
on the ceramic surface.
 Hot pans on the display can cause damage to the electronics
underneath. Do not place hot pans on the display or on the area
around the display.
 Cookware that is made of aluminum or has an aluminum base can
leave behind shiny metallic spots. These spots can be removed with
ceramic glass or stainless steel cleaner (see “Cleaning and care of
the induction cooktop – Cleaning the ceramic surface”).

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 If spills or splatters are allowed to remain on the cooktop for any
length of time, they can bake onto the cooktop, and it may not be
possible to remove them. Remove spills and splatters immediately.
Also make sure that the bottom of any cookware is clean, dry, and
free of grease before placing it on the cooktop.
 If the cookware only partially covers the cooking or roasting zone,
the handle could become very hot.
Make sure to place the cookware in the middle of the cooking or
casserole cooking zone!
 The cooktop has cooking zones in different sizes. Only use
cookware with a flat base that is large enough for the cooking zone.
If the cookware is too small, it will leave part of the hot cooking zone
uncovered, which can lead to burns if you come into contact with
this or can cause your clothing to ignite. If you use cookware that is
the right size, this will also make better use of the heated area.
 Not all glass, ceramic glass, ceramic, or clay cookware, or other
glazed cookware is suitable for use on a cooktop. This can be
damaged by the sudden change in temperature.
 Wet sponges or clothes can cause burns due to hot steam if they
are used to wipe spilled food off a hot burner. Some cleaning agents
can emit hazardous vapours if they are applied to a hot surface. Be
careful when cleaning the cooktop.
 When foods boil over, this can cause smoke to develop and
grease to splatter, which could ignite on the cooktop. Never leave
the cooktop unattended on a high power level.
 If the handles for the cookware protrude over a neighbouring
cooking zone, this can cause burns, flammable materials to ignite,
and food to spill if you accidentally come into contact with the
cookware. Turn the cookware in such a way that the handles point
inwards and do not protrude over a neighbouring cooking zone.
 If the cooktop is damaged, cleaning agents or spilt food can
penetrate the glass surface and cause a short circuit. Never cook on
a damaged cooktop. Contact a qualified electrician immediately.

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The following applies to stainless steel surfaces:
 Adhesives will damage the coated stainless steel surface and
cause it to lose its dirt-repellent protective coating. Do not use sticky
notes, adhesive tape, or other types of adhesive on the stainless
steel surface.
 Magnets can cause scratches. Do not use the stainless steel
surface as a magnetic notice board.
Cleaning and care
 Only clean parts listed in these operating and installation
instructions.
 A delicate fibreglass seal around the front of the oven
compartment provides a seal for the glass on the inside of the oven
door. This can be damaged by rubbing or scouring. Do not clean it if
possible.
 Do not use oven cleaners. Do not use standard oven cleaners in
the oven compartment or on the front of the oven. Never line the
oven with oven liners.
 Risk of injury due to electric shock. The steam from a steam
cleaning appliance could reach electrical components and cause a
short circuit. Never use a steam cleaner for cleaning.
 Scratches on the door glass can cause the glass to break. Do not
use abrasive cleaners, hard sponges, brushes, or sharp metal tools
to clean the door glass.
 The side runners can be removed (see “Cleaning and care of the
oven – Removing the side runners”). Refit the side runners correctly.
 Coarse soiling in the oven compartment can cause thick smoke to
develop. Remove coarse soiling from the oven compartment before
running the Self Clean program.
 In warm, moist environments, there is a higher probability of pest
infestations (such as cockroaches). Ensure the oven and the area
surrounding it are always kept clean.
Damage caused by pests is not covered by the warranty.

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Accessories
 Only use original Miele accessories. Using spare parts or
accessories from other manufacturers will invalidate the warranty,
and Miele cannot accept liability.
 Accessories that are not suitable for the Self Clean program will
be damaged by the high temperatures. Remove all accessories that
are not suitable for the Self Clean program from the oven
compartment before starting the Self Clean process. This also
applies to optional accessories that are not suitable for the Self
Clean program (see “Cleaning and care of the oven”).
KEEP THE OPERATING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE
PLACE AND REVIEW THEM PERIODICALLY.

Guide to the range
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Electric cooktop
aRear left standard burner
14.5cm
bFront left variable burner
21–27cm
cFront right variable burner
12–18cm
dRear right variable burner
14.5–21cm
eResidual heat indicator