Operating Instructions Ceramic Cooktop KM 400 KM 412 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read the Operating Manual before installation or use. UV M.-Nr.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Disposal of packing materials . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation and connection When using your 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protection from damage Do not drop anything on the ceramic surface of the cooktop. Although the ceramic glass is shock and scratch resistant, it is not shock or scratch proof. Do not use pots or pans with bases with pronounced edges or ridges on the ceramic cooktop. These could permanently scratch or scour the cooktop. See "Selecting cookware" for more information. Grains of salt and sand can also scratch the surface.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protection from burns Do not allow children to operate or play with or near the cooktop. Use only dry, heat-resistant potholders. Moist or damp potholders used on hot surfaces can result in steam burns. Do not let the potholder touch the hot heating element. Do not use towels or other bulky items near the appliance. Be aware of loose fitting or hanging garments when operating the cooktop, they may present a fire hazard. Do not heat unopened food containers.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Damage to the appliance In the event of any damage to the appliance, it must be turned off immediately and disconnected from the electricity supply by either removing the fuse, unplugging the unit or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker. 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 being carried out.
Guide to the cooktop KM 400 b c d f e g a Variable burner: 4 3/4" or 7 5/16" (12 or 18.5 cm) - 700 W or 1700 W b Main burner: 5 11/16" (14.
Guide to the cooktop KM 412 b d c e a Variable burner: 6 11/16" or 10 7/16" (17 cm or 26.
Before using for the first time General notes A copy of the data plate for your appliance is included with this manual. It should be placed in the space provided at the back of this book. The address of the nearest Miele Technical Service Department can be found on the back cover. If it becomes necessary to contact the Technical Service Department, please have the model and serial number of the appliance available. Both are listed on the data plate.
Before using for the first time Disposal of packing materials Disposal of an appliance The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping. They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable. Please dispose of these materials as you would any other recyclable products. Old appliances contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact your local recycling center about the possibility of recycling these materials.
Before using for the first time Cleaning and heating for the first time Before using the appliance for the first time, clean it with a damp cloth and then dry with a soft cloth. 12 Metal components have a protective coating which may give off a slight odor the first time your new appliance is heated. The odor will dissipate after a short time and do not indicate a faulty connection or appliance defect.
Using the cooktop Turning on and off, residual heat indicator Turning on the variable burner: When the burner is up to temperature, the residual heat indicator light will illuminate. The indicator light will go out once the cooktop temperature has reached a safe level. Do not touch or lay any heat-sensitive objects on the cooktop while the residual heat indicator light is still on.
Using the cooktop Description of the settings Type of cooking Setting Melting butter or chocolate Dissolving gelatin Preparing yogurt 1-2 Thickening sauces containing egg yolk and butter Warming small quantities of food or liquid Keeping solid foods warm Cooking rice 1-3 Warming liquids and stews Thickening sauces Cooking rice puddings Preparing omelets, frying eggs, steaming fruit 3-5 Defrosting frozen foods Steaming vegetables and fish Cooking dumplings, potatoes, soups and broth 4-6 Bringing la
Using the cooktop Turning on the outer zone Overheating protection When using large pots or pans, the outer/extended zone can be turned on. Each cooking zone is equipped with overheating protection (internal temperature limiter). This turns off the heating elements in the cooking zone if the ceramic surface becomes too hot. Once the ceramic has cooled down to a safe level, the heat will automatically turn back on. Proceed as follows: ^ Turn the knob clockwise past "12" to the n position.
Selecting cookware The cooking surface Pots and pans Your ceramic cooktop is made of an extremely hard and durable material. The surface is scratch resistant, not scratch proof. Avoid using cookware with ridged bottoms. Ridged pots with dirty or chipped enamel bottoms may scratch the cooktop if they are pulled across the ceramic surface. Special cookware is not required, but as is true with all types of cooking appliances, the better the cookware, the better the performance.
Selecting cookware – Using a lid while cooking will minimize the loss of heat and decrease the cooking time. – Copper bottom and aluminum pans may leave a residue on the cooktop in the form of metallic lines. This is normal. These lines can be removed using a non-abrasive ceramic cooktop cleaner or a sheilded scraper blade. Be sure to clean the cooktop after each use. Each time the residue is allowed to melt it becomes harder to remove and may mar the appearance of the cooktop.
Cooktop care When cleaning the cooktop, make sure the cooktop is "Off", and be careful not to accidentally turn it "On". Under no circumstances should a steam cleaner be used to clean this appliance. Pressurized steam could cause permanent damage to the surface and to components for which the manufacturer cannot accept responsibility. Do not use any sharp pointed objects which could damage the seal between the ceramic surface, the surrounding frame and the countertop.
Frequently asked questions All repairs should be performed by a trained technician in strict accordance with national and local codes. Any repairs or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could be dangerous. Some minor problems can be resolved as follows: ...the cooktop does not heat up when turned on Check whether: ^ the electrical circuit has blown a fuse or "tripped" the circuit breaker.
After sales service In the event of a fault which you cannot correct, contact the Miele Technical Service Department U 1-800-999-1360 techserv@mieleusa.com l 1-800-565-6435 service@miele.ca When contacting the Technical Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. These are shown on the data plate.
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