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Operating and Installation
Instructions
Gas cooktop

To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions

before

installation or use.

en-US, CA

M.-Nr. 06 818 490

Summary of Contents for KM 3464

Page 1: ...Operating and Installation Instructions Gas cooktop To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use en US CA M Nr 06 818 490 ...

Page 2: ...o reach your gas provider call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer qualified ser vice agency or your gas provider In Massachusetts installation must be performed by a licensed installer gas fitter Note to the installer Please give these installation instructions to the consumer for the local electri cal gas inspector WARNING Never Operate the Top...

Page 3: ... cooktop for the first time 23 Cookware 24 Energy saving tips 25 Operation 26 Rapid ignition system 26 Wok burner 26 Turning the appliance on 27 Adjusting the flame 28 Visual characteristics gas flames 28 Switching off 28 Safety features 29 Cleaning and care 30 Stainless steel cooktop 31 Grates 31 Control knobs 31 Burner 32 Cleaning the burners 32 Frequently Asked Questions 35 Optional accessories...

Page 4: ... INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION 39 Safety distances 40 Installation notes 41 Installation dimensions 42 KM 3464 KM 3465 42 KM 3474 KM 3475 43 KM 3484 KM 3485 44 Installation 45 Gas connection 47 Burner ratings 50 Electrical connection 52 MieleCare 54 ...

Page 5: ...tain important information on safety installation use and maintenance This prevents both personal in jury and damage to the cooktop When installing the cooktop Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions under Installation as well as in the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non compliance with these instructi...

Page 6: ... cooktop is not intended for outdoor use The cooktop is intended for domestic use only to prepare food and keep it warm Any other use may be dangerous Persons including children who lack physical sensory or mental abilities or experience with the appliance should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person ...

Page 7: ...ome time after being turned off Keep children away from the appliance until it has cooled down and is no longer a burn hazard Danger of burning Do not store anything which might arouse a child s interest in storage areas above or behind the cooktop Other wise they could be tempted to climb onto the appliance Risk of burning or scalding Turn pot and pan handles inward so children cannot pull them d...

Page 8: ...rounded by a qualified technician To guarantee the electrical safety of this appli ance continuity must exist between the appliance and an effective grounding system It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met If there is any doubt have the electrical system of the house checked by a qualified electrician Proper installation Make sure that your appliance has been in stalled correctl...

Page 9: ...tch or a remote control system The connection to the gas supply must be carried out by a quali fied service technician in accordance with current local and national safety regulations see Installation Gas connection If the plug has been removed or the power cord is not supplied with a plug the cooktop must be connected to the power supply by a qualified ser vice technician see Installation Electri...

Page 10: ...binet door when closed This can result in damage to the cooktop housing unit and floor Leave the cabinet door open until the cooktop has cooled down com pletely 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 4 12 cm past the bottom of the cabi nets Ask your installer to show you the loca...

Page 11: ...if overheated Never leave the appliance unattended when cooking with oil and fat If the oil or fat catches fire do not attempt to put the flames out with water Turn off the cooktop and smother the flames using a lid or a suitable fire blanket Smother the fire or flames or use a dry chemical extinguishing agent or foam fire extinguisher The flames could set the grease filters of a ventilation hood ...

Page 12: ...conduct heat more effectively and produce steam which poses a burn hazard Be sure to keep all textiles away from the gas flames Do not use oversized cloths dish towels or other similar materials When using an electrical appliance e g a hand mixer near the cooktop make sure that the power cable does not come into con tact with the hot cooktop The cable s insulation could become dam aged Cookware ma...

Page 13: ... in the vicinity of the cooktop Remove all grease splatters and other flammable food residues on the cooktop They are a fire hazard Avoid allowing liquids or foods containing salt to spill onto the cooktop If salty foods or liquids do get on the cooktop they should be removed as soon as possible to avoid the risk of corrosion Using of a gas cooktop causes heat moisture and products of combustion t...

Page 14: ... burners are turned off by checking the position of the knobs The grates burner cap bottom parts of the burner and any other parts located near the burner flame can still be very hot after cook ing and cause burns Do not touch these components when using the cooktop Wind can blow curtains over the cooktop causing them to catch fire If the cooktop is installed near a window do not use long cur tain...

Page 15: ...er to clean the cooktop The steam may reach electrical components and cause a short cir cuit Miele will guarantee to supply functional parts for a minimum of 10 years and up to 15 years following the discontinuation of your cooktop SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND REVIEW THEM PERIODICALLY ...

Page 16: ...r the proper functioning and safe use of the equipment Handling these mate rials improperly by disposing of them in your household waste can be harmful to your health and the environment There fore please do not dispose of your old appliance with regular household waste and follow local regulations on proper disposal Consult with local authorities dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycl...

Page 17: ...Overview 17 Cooktop KM 3464 KM 3465 a Wok ring b Normal burner c Power burner d Grates e Wok burner Knobs for the cooking zones f Front left g Front right h Back right i Back left ...

Page 18: ...Overview 18 KM 3474 KM 3475 a Wok ring b Normal burner c Power burner d Grates e Wok burner The knobs are arranged according to the arrangement of the burners ...

Page 19: ...b Normal burner c Power burner d Grates The design of the grates depends on the cooktop model e Large wok burner f Small wok burner Knobs for the cooking zones g Front right h Front middle i Front left j Back right k Back middle l Back left ...

Page 20: ...Overview 20 Control knobs Economy normal and power burners Symbol Description Burner off the gas supply is turned off Strongest flame Weakest flame ...

Page 21: ...ame The outer burner is on the lowest setting the inner burner on the highest setting d Over ignition position The outer burner is ignited by changing from the lowest to the highest setting e Weak flame The outer burner is off the inner burner is on the highest setting f Weakest flame The outer burner is off the inner burner is on the lowest setting ...

Page 22: ...liance as well as a range of optional ones are available to order from Miele see Optional accessories Wok ring The Wok ring supplied with your appli ance can be used in instances where extra stability is required It is particu larly suitable for wok pans with rounded bases ...

Page 23: ...d a small amount of liquid dish soap Dry the parts thor oughly after cleaning and reassemble the burners see Cleaning and care Turning on the cooktop for the first time Metal components are protected by a conditioning agent Smells and vapor may occur when the appliance is used for the first time The smell and any vapors do not indi cate a faulty connection or a defective appliance and are not harm...

Page 24: ...sed on a cooktop does not have to be flat to deliver effective cooking performance When purchasing pots and pans keep in mind that the diameter indi cated is typically the top diameter not the bottom diameter All heat resistant cookware is suitable for use Cookware with a thick bottom is preferable as it distributes heat more evenly Cookware with a thin bottom may cause food to overheat in certain...

Page 25: ...ent unnecessary heat loss Wide shallow cookware heats up faster and is therefore preferable to tall narrow cookware Cook with as little water as possible Reduce the power setting once the water has come to a boil or the oil fat is hot enough for frying Use a pressure cooker to reduce the cooking time ...

Page 26: ...omatic re ignition If the flame is extinguished by a draft for example the burner is automati cally relit If re ignition is unsuccess ful the gas supply is automatically cut off see Safety features Igni tion safety If there has been a power outage the automatic re ignition feature will not work properly Wok burner You can place a wok pan on the wok burner without an additional wok ring If you are ...

Page 27: ...Ventilate the room or wait for at least 1 minute be fore trying again If the burner does not ignite the sec ond time turn the knob back to the position and see Frequently asked questions Brief re ignition may occur during switch on 1 2 x clicks e g if there is a draft Switching on during a power outage In case of a power outage the flame can be ignited manually Press in the relevant control knob a...

Page 28: ...me so that it never ex tends up the sides of the cookware Wok burner Depending on the knob design there may be a stopper at the 6 o clock posi tion to prevent you turning the knob to the high or low setting unintentionally Press the knob down lightly to move past this stopper Visual characteristics gas flames Yellow flames Contact the Miele Service Depart ment Yellow tips on outer cones Normal for...

Page 29: ...g over or by a draft and re ignition does not work the gas supply is switched off This prevents the release of gas If you turn the knob to the position the burner is ready for use again The flame failure device operates inde pendently from the electricity supply This means that it will still work if the cooktop is used during a power out age ...

Page 30: ...ause discol oration of the burner components Remove any soiling and salt and sugar splashes immediately Pressing the knob generates a spark on the ignitor Do not press the knob while you are cleaning or touching the cooktop or a burner in the vicinity of an ignitor Unsuitable cleaning agents To avoid damaging the surfaces of the appliance do not use cleaning agents containing soda al kalines ammon...

Page 31: ...not use stainless steel cleaners on printed symbols Clean the stainless steel cooktop with a soft sponge warm water and a small amount of liquid dish soap Soften any stubborn soiling before hand If necessary the rough side of a kitchen sponge can be used Finally dry with a clean soft cloth Grates Remove the grates Clean the grates in a dishwasher or with a solution of warm water and a little liqui...

Page 32: ...h could ig nite and cause an explosion This can lead to damage to the appliance and injury Ensure the flame openings are kept clean at all times Parts of the burner that cannot be re moved should be wiped clean with a damp cloth only The ignitor and ignition safety device should be very carefully wiped clean using a well wrung out cloth Do not let the ignitor get wet If it gets wet it will not spa...

Page 33: ...The lobe on the burner cap must fit into the recess on the burner head The lobe on the burner head must fit into the recess on the burner base Replace the burner ring Then place the burner caps and in position Burners cannot function cor rectly if they are incorrectly assem bled This can lead to damage to the appliance and injury Ensure that all parts of the burner are reassembled in the correct o...

Page 34: ...correctly assem bled This can lead to damage to the appliance and injury Ensure that all parts of the burner are reassembled in the correct order Checking burning properties Ignite all burners to check that they are operating correctly The flame must not go out on the lowest setting or when the knob is turned quickly from the highest to the lowest setting On the highest setting the flame must have...

Page 35: ...rrupt the power supply to the cook top for a few seconds The burner is not properly assembled Assemble the burner correctly The gas shut off valve is closed Open the gas shut off valve The burner is wet and or dirty Clean and dry the burner The flame holes are clogged and or wet Clean and dry the flame holes The gas flame goes out after being lit The flames do not touch the ignition safety device ...

Page 36: ...n properly The circuit breaker in the building s wiring system was tripped If necessary contact a qualified service technician or Technical Service for assistance There is food residue stuck between the ignitor and the burner cap The thermocouple is dirty Remove any soiling See Cleaning and care ...

Page 37: ... products for your appliance These products can be easily ordered from the Miele webshop These products can also be ordered from Miele Technical Service see the end of these operating instructions or your Miele dealer Stainless steel conditioner 250 ml Removes heavy soiling lime scale and aluminum residue ...

Page 38: ...nformation for Miele Customer Service can be found at the end of this document Please quote the model identifier and serial number of your appliance SN when contacting Miele Customer Service Both pieces of information can be found on the data plate Appliance warranty and product registration You can register your product and or view the manufacturer s warranty terms and conditions for Miele applia...

Page 39: ...t be heat resistant as well The cooktop must not be installed above refrigerators freezers dishwashers or washer dryers A gas cooktop must not be installed directly next to a deep fat fryer as the gas flames could ignite the fat in the fryer It is essential to maintain a distance of at least 12 300 mm between these two appliances The maximum depth of cabinets installed above the cooktop must be no...

Page 40: ...between the top of the cooktop surface and the bot tom of an unprotected combustible surface 12 305 mm Minimum distance to a side wall 1 The minimum safety distance given by the hood manufacturer must be maintained be tween the cooktop and the hood above it See the installation instructions supplied with the hood for these safety measurements If there is more than one appliance beneath a hood e g ...

Page 41: ...emoved for servicing Do not use sealant between the cooktop and the countertop The sealing strip under the edge of the cooktop provides a sufficient seal for the countertop Tiled countertop Grout lines and the shaded area un der the cooktop frame must be smooth and even If they are not the cooktop will not sit flush with the countertop and the sealing strip underneath the cook top will not provide...

Page 42: ...mm 635mm 0 30 542 mm 215 16 20 3 8 R4mm ß 3 16 ß a a d b 0 70mm 2 0 3 4 0 20mm 0 13 16 25 518 mm 1 1 1 1 m m 69 190m m 58mm 83mm 78mm 9mm 3 8 3 1 16 7 1 2 2 11 16 3 1 4 215mm 8 7 16 28 3 8 c 1 7 8 0 7mm 4 2 5 16 0 0 1 16 1 16 1 16 1 16 a Front b Installation height c Gas connection R NPT d Electrical supply connection box with power cord L 4 1 200 mm ...

Page 43: ... 17 8 1 1 35 b a 0 70mm 2 0 3 4 3 8 20 518 mm 1 21 5 16 635mm 0 25 013 16 0 20mm c 170m m 142m m 226mm d 86mm 3 8 3 8 7 8 611 16 5 9 16 78mm 3 1 16 185mm 7 5 16 b a 1 16 1 16 1 16 1 16 0 80mm 31 8 a Front b Installation height c Gas connection R NPT d Electrical supply connection box with power cord L 4 1 200 mm ...

Page 44: ...3 16 0 87m m 307 5m m 228mm 1 1054 mm 41 1 2 1 2 70mm 0 3 8 20 1 0 47mm 1 518 mm a 9 12 1 8 3 7 16 83mm 3 4 a 220mm 811 16 d c b 86mm 3 8 3 0 1 16 1 16 1 16 1 16 0 25 0 3 1 4 58mm 25 16 7 8 78mm 31 16 a Front b Installation height c Gas connection R NPT d Electrical supply connection box with power cord L 4 1 200 mm ...

Page 45: ...t without slipping Any gap between the trim and countertop will become smaller over time Installing the cooktop Feed the appliance power cord down through the counter cut out Place the cooktop centrally in the cut out When doing this make sure that the seal of the appliance sits flush with the countertop on all sides This is important to ensure an effec tive seal all round If during installation t...

Page 46: ... proud installa tion Secure the cooktop using the brack ets supplied Checking for proper function After installing the cooktop ignite all burners to check that they are operat ing correctly The flame must not go out on the lowest setting or when the control is turned quickly from the highest to the lowest setting On the highest setting the flame must have a distinctive and visible core ...

Page 47: ...nd damaged by the operation of the ap pliance In particular make sure that the gas hose lines and connection fittings on the applinace do not come into con tact with hot exhaust gases The gas hose and power cord could be damaged by hot spots on the ap pliance Make sure that the gas hose and power cord do not come into contact with hot spots on the appliance Flexible connection lines can be damaged...

Page 48: ...t or exceed certain values Make sure that the maximum gas pressure upstream of the gas pres sure controller does not amount to more than psi 3 5 kPA for natural and propane gas Make sure that the minimum gas supply pressure amounts to 6 w c for natural gas and 1 w c for propane gas The gas connection of the appliance is designed for natural gas or propane gas according to the ordered model If the ...

Page 49: ... Miele Cooktop to your gas connection The regulator has been adapted by Miele to meet all statutory safety requirements The regulator must be easily accessible after the cooktop has been installed A flexible steel hose approved by the AGA or CGA can be used between the gas connection and the regulator This flexible hose enables the cooktop to be lifted out of the cut out for maintenance or repair ...

Page 50: ...2 000 12 000 Wok Natural gas Liquid propane 4 5 4 5 15 300 15 300 Total Natural gas Liquid propane 13 2 13 2 45 300 45 300 Nominal ratings for KM 3474 KM 3475 Burner Gas type kW BTU hr Normal burner Natural gas Liquid propane 2 6 2 6 9 000 9 000 Power burner Natural gas Liquid propane 3 5 3 5 12 000 12 000 Wok Natural gas Liquid propane 4 5 4 5 15 300 15 300 Total Natural gas Liquid propane 17 7 1...

Page 51: ...urner Natural gas Liquid propane 2 6 2 6 9 000 9 000 Power burner Natural gas Liquid propane 3 5 3 5 12 000 12 000 Wok left small Natural gas Liquid propane 4 5 4 5 15 300 15 300 Wok right large Natural gas Liquid propane 4 8 4 8 16 500 16 500 Total Natural gas Liquid propane 21 5 21 5 73 800 73 800 ...

Page 52: ...ly be performed by a Miele authorized service technician To avoid damaging the appliance the information voltage and fre quency on the data plate must cor respond to the building s power sup ply Compare these informations before connecting the appliance When in doubt consult a qualified electrician The plug must be inserted into a suit able outlet that has been installed and grounded in compliance...

Page 53: ...tion against shock hazard The plug must be in serted into a properly grounded outlet Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug Total output See data plate Connection data The connection data is given on the data plate Please ensure these match the household electrical supply Installer Please leave these instructions with the customer ...

Page 54: ...d by factory trained professionals can guar antee the safety reliability and longevity of your Miele appliance Please note that unless expressly ap proved in writing by Miele s Service de partment Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele Our goal is to prevent unautho rized and untrained service personnel from working on your Miele pr...

Page 55: ...r Service Canada Importer Miele Limited Headquarters and Miele Centre Customer Service Support Phone 888 99 MIELE 64353 info mieleusa com www mieleusa com 161 Four Valley Drive Vaughan ON L4K 4V8 www miele ca Customer Care Centre Phone customercare miele ca 800 565 6435 905 532 2272 International Headquarters Miele Cie KG Carl Miele Straße 29 33332 Gütersloh Germany ...

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