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Operating Instructions

Ceramic Cooktop

KM 421

KM 424

KM 427

To prevent accidents and
machine damage,
read the Operating Manual

before

installation or use.

M.-Nr. 05 647 560

en - US, CA

Summary of Contents for KM 421

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions Ceramic Cooktop KM 421 KM 424 KM 427 To prevent accidents and machine damage read the Operating Manual before installation or use M Nr 05 647 560 en US CA ...

Page 2: ...27 12 Before using for the first time 13 Clean the cooktop 13 Heat the cooktop 13 Use 14 Turning on and off 14 Operating Residual heat indicator 14 Settings 15 Overheating protection 16 Selecting cookware 17 The cooking surface 17 Cleaning and Care 19 Frequently asked questions 20 Technical Service 21 Contents 2 ...

Page 3: ...damage caused by an incorrect installation or connection To guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance continuity must exist be tween the appliance and an effective grounding system It is imperative that this basic safety requirement is met If there is any doubt have the electrical system of the house checked by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damages...

Page 4: ...t has not been designed for maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as aircraft or recreational vehicles However under certain circumstances it may be possible for an installation in these applications Please contact the nearest Miele Dealer or the Miele Technical Service Department with specific requirements Use Do not use the appliance until it is properly installed in the counterto...

Page 5: ...ns are clean free of any fat or oils and are dry Do not allow either solid or liquid sugar pieces of plastic or aluminium foil to fall on the burners when they are hot If these residues are allowed to cool on the ceramic surface pitting or even cracking could occur Any spills should be removed as quickly as possible to prevent them from burning on and becoming difficult to remove Do not use a stea...

Page 6: ...t heating element Do not use towels or other bulky items near the appliance To prevent burns and breathing difficulty allow the cooktop to cool before cleaning Some cleaners may produce toxic fumes if applied to a hot surface Keep all pans out of reach of children Danger of burns Pot and pan handles should be turned inward and not extend over the countertop to reduce the risk of burns ignition of ...

Page 7: ...ible before placing it in the oil Moisture can cause hot oil to splatter and boil over Do not flambé under an exhaust hood Flames could be drawn up into the hood by the suction or the grease filters may ignite Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate on the appliance Be aware of loose fitting or hanging garments when operating the cooktop they may present a fire hazard Fla...

Page 8: ...ork by unqualified persons could be dangerous Under no circumstances open the outer casing of the appliance While the appliance is under warranty repairs should only be performed by an authorized service technician Otherwise the warranty is void Further safety notes Make certain that the power cords of small appliances do not come in contact with the cooktop Danger of electric shock Only use cookw...

Page 9: ... appliance Old appliances contain materials that can be recycled Please contact your local recycling center about the possibility of recycling these materials Before discarding an old appliance disconnect it from the gas and electrical supply and cut off the power cord to prevent it from becoming a hazard Help protect our environment 9 ...

Page 10: ...ar left frear right gfront left hfront right iArea with 4 operating residual heat indicator lights KM 421 rear left a rear right b front left c front right d diameter inches cm 5 3 4 14 5 7 18 7 18 5 3 4 14 5 Watts 1200 1800 1800 1200 Guide to the cooktop 10 ...

Page 11: ... knobs position corresponding with the burner gArea with 4 operating residual heat indicator lights KM 424 rear left a rear right b front right c front left d diameter inches cm 5 3 4 14 5 6 3 4 17 4 3 4 12 5 3 4 14 5 extended 6 3 4 x 10 1 2 17 x 26 5 7 18 8 1 4 21 Watts 1200 1500 700 1100 extended 2400 1800 2400 Guide to the cooktop 11 ...

Page 12: ...ing residual heat indicator lights hControl knobs position corresponding with the burner KM 427 rear left a rear middle b rear right c front right d front left e diameter inches cm 5 3 4 14 5 6 3 4 17 5 3 4 14 5 4 3 4 12 5 3 4 14 5 extended 6 3 4 x 10 1 2 17 x 26 5 7 18 9 23 Watts 1200 1500 1200 700 1100 extended 2500 1800 2500 Guide to the cooktop 12 ...

Page 13: ... a soft cloth Heat the cooktop The metal components of the cooktop have a protective coating which may give off a slight odor the first time the appliance is heated The smell will dissipate after a short time and does not indicate a faulty connection or appliance defect Before using for the first time 13 ...

Page 14: ...n The burner is turned off by turning the control knob clockwise or counter clockwise to 0 Operating a single burner A burner without the symbol n next to the control knob is turned on by pushing the control knob down and turning it clockwise or counter clockwise to the desired setting To adjust the setting turn the knob without pressing down The burner is turned off by turning the control knob cl...

Page 15: ...d eggs Steaming fruit 3 5 Defrosting deep frozen food Steaming vegetables fish Cooking dumplings potatoes soups Cooking broths 4 6 Boiling and continued cooking of large quantities of food 7 Gentle braising without overheating the fat of meat fish vegetables fried eggs etc 8 9 Frying pancakes etc 9 11 Boiling large quantities of water 11 12 Symbol for variable burner or extended burner n These set...

Page 16: ... cooled to a safe temperature the heating elements will automatically turn back on The overheating protection may be activated by turning on a burner without putting a pan on it heating an empty pan an uneven pan not sitting evenly on the burner the pan not conducting heat properly If the heating elements cycle on and off even at the highest setting the overheating protection has been activated Us...

Page 17: ...cratches will not affect the safety or performance of the cooktop however The burner rings are fused into the ceramic glass and are resistant to wear if properly maintained Do not use abrasive cleaners or pads as they may eventually wear off the rings Pots and pans Special cookware is not required but as is true with all types of cooking appliances the better the cookware the better the performanc...

Page 18: ...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 Let the cooktop cool before cleaning Cast iron glass or stoneware should not be used because they have poor heat transfer and may scratch the surface Selecti...

Page 19: ...s when heated Be sure that pot and pan bases are clean and dry After cleaning dry the ceramic surface with a soft cloth to prevent a build up of limescale deposits Clean any spills immediately before they become difficult to remove Clean the appliance regularly preferably after each use Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning Wipe off any soiling using a damp cloth Stubborn soiling is best rem...

Page 20: ...ed the circuit breaker If this is not the case disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply for 1 minute by tripping the circuit breaker or withdrawing the fuse Reconnect the appliance to the electrical supply and if the cooktop still does not heat up contact a qualified electrician or Miele s Technical Service Department the heating cycles on and off at the highest setting on one of the b...

Page 21: ...at guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service Provider using genuine Miele parts Only genuine Miele parts installed by factory trained professionals can guarantee the safety reliability and longevity of your Miele appliance Please note that unless expressly approved in writing by the Miele Ser vice department Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not b...

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