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Variable and extended burners

Variable burner

The left front burner of the cooktop is a
variable burner. Selection of a large or
standard size cooking area is possible.
The standard size burner will be used
unless the large burner has been
selected.

^

Touch the variable burner selector
"

e

" to turn on the large burner. A dot

will appear above the touch control
once it has been selected.

Extended burner

The cooktops right rear burner can be
extended from its normal size to a
larger, oval cooking surface.

^

Touch the extended burner selector,
"

f

", to increase the size of the

cooking surface. A dot will appear
above the touch control once it has
been selected.

Use

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Summary of Contents for KM 443

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions Ceramic Cooktop KM 443 To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use UV M Nr 04 776 091 ...

Page 2: ...pliance 9 Guide to the cooktop 10 Use 12 Residual heat indicators 13 Locking a burner 14 Automatic shut off 14 Variable and extended burners 16 Selecting cookware 17 The cooking surface 17 Cooktop care 19 Frequently asked questions 20 After Sales Service 21 Installation instructions 23 Electrical Connection 27 Contents 2 ...

Page 3: ...for damage caused by incorrect installation or connection 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 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: ...tection Never use the appliance to warm or heat the room Due to the high temperatures radiated objects left near the appliance could catch fire Protection from damage Do not drop or rest anything on the 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 pronounced edges or ridges on the ceramic cooktop Thes...

Page 5: ...se They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance Protect your hands with insulated gloves or potholders when using the appliance Only use dry heat resistant potholders Moist or damp potholders used on hot surfaces can result in steam burns Do not let the potholder touch the heating element Do not use towels or other bulky items near the appliance Clean the cook top with...

Page 6: ...p with a cloth A fire could result Never leave the cooktop unattended when cooking with oil or fat Overheated fat could ignite Always heat oil slowly monitoring it as it heats Do not use water on grease fires Smother any fire or flame or use a dry chemical or foam type extinguisher When frying food make sure that the food is as dry as possible before placing it in the oil Moisture can cause hot oi...

Page 7: ... cracks in the ceramic surface of the appliance are hazardous If the cooktop should break liquids could penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock Do not use the appliance until it has been repaired Contact a qualified technician immediately Repairs should only be performed by qualified technicians to ensure safety Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be danger...

Page 8: ...hanges Do not use plastic or aluminum containers They will melt at high temperatures Fire hazard Do not heat empty pots or pans they may be damaged Do not allow children to operate or play with or near the cooktop If a pet hops onto the cooktop a touch control sensor could be activated and a burner turned on Keep pets away from the cooktop at all times and activate the child safety lock Before dis...

Page 9: ... out of the reach of children Danger of suffocation Disposal of an old appliance Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled Please contact your local recycling authority about the possibility of recycling these materials Ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal Before discarding an old appliance unplug it from the outlet and cut off it...

Page 10: ...burner Touch controls eVariable burner selector fExtended burner selector gLeft rear control and display hRight rear control and display iRight front control and display jLeft front control and display kControl lock lCooktop On Off control Guide to the cooktop 10 ...

Page 11: ... KM 443 Ø in inches Ø in cm Rating in watts front left a 4 3 4 8 1 4 12 21 750 2200 rear left b 5 3 4 14 5 1200 rear right c 6 3 4 6 3 4 x 10 17 17 x 26 5 1500 2400 front right d 7 1 8 18 1800 Total 7600 Guide to the cooktop 11 ...

Page 12: ...ee Cleaning and care An odor may be noticeable during the first use of each burner as the residual moisture left in the heating element insulation dries out This is normal Turning on the cooktop Place your finger on the On Off button l for about 2 seconds until a dot lights up above it A will appear in each of the 4 displays Individual burners and power settings can now be selected If a selection ...

Page 13: ...s of food 9 These settings are intended only as a guide When using large pans or cooking large quantities a higher setting may be required When cooking smaller quantities use a lower setting Turning off a burner Press the s touch control for the desired burner Either a or an H will appear in the display Residual heat indicators A flashing H will remain displayed for a particular burner as long as ...

Page 14: ...ted The lower the setting the longer it will take to shut off In addition each burner is equipped with a safety thermostat that will shut it off if the ceramic surface should overheat All burners can be shut off simultaneously even if the Control Lock has been activated Press the main s touch control l until the dot above it goes out Keep the area around the touch controls clean at all times Clean...

Page 15: ... generally used for frying or roasting where the pan needs to be brought up to temperature before the food is introduced For this reason the pre heat times are shorter Setting Approximate pre heat time min 1 1 5 2 2 5 3 4 4 5 5 5 7 6 1 5 7 2 5 8 2 5 9 To Turn on automatic pre heat Turn on the cooktop by pressing the s touch control l until a dot lights up above it A will appear in the display Turn...

Page 16: ...ner has been selected Touch the variable burner selector e to turn on the large burner A dot will appear above the touch control once it has been selected Extended burner The cooktops right rear burner can be extended from its normal size to a larger oval cooking surface Touch the extended burner selector f to increase the size of the cooking surface A dot will appear above the touch control once ...

Page 17: ...ill not affect the safety or performance of the cooktop however The burner rings and touch controls 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 p...

Page 18: ...can be removed using a non abrasive ceramic cooktop cleaner or a shielded 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: ...facturer s instructions If you have difficulty locating a suitable product contact Miele Before cleaning allow the cooktop to cool Wipe spills using a damp sponge Stubborn spills are best removed with a shielded scraper blade To remove any limescale deposits or metallic residue apply ceramic cleanser using a soft cloth or use a shielded scraper blade if necessary A cleaner with a special additive ...

Page 20: ...splay If a burner has been on for an extended period of time it will automatically shut itself off and flash an H in the display This time will range from 1 to 10 hours depending on the setting selected To reset the burner Select 0 first then select the desired cooking setting An H flashing in the display after the burner has been manually shut off is normal This is the residual heat indicator tel...

Page 21: ...only Extended Service Contract in the industry that 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 Miele s Service department Extended Service Contracts offered by...

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Page 23: ...Installation Instructions To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use ...

Page 24: ...the cooktop below wall mounted cabinets If cabinets are installed above the cooktop the risk of burns can be reduced by installing an exhaust hood that extends at least 5 13 cm beyond the bottom of the cabinet The rated load and voltage are printed on the data plate Make sure they match those of the main power supply Ideally the cooktop should be installed with no walls other than the rear wall or...

Page 25: ...ear wall must be maintained for safety reasons Cut out dimensions 1 mm 1 16 490 mm 19 1 4 48 mm 1 7 8 504 mm 19 7 8 50 mm 2 750 mm 29 65 mm 2 764 mm 30 1 8 75 mm 3 r4 max maximum radius of 3 16 Install the provided spring clips on the side walls of the cut out at the positions marked a in illustration 2 Fasten them using the supplied screws as shown in illustration 3 On granite countertops the cli...

Page 26: ... the edge of the cooktop is lying flat against the countertop around its whole perimeter Installing a shelf under the cooktop If a shelf is installed under the cooktop there must be at least 2 1 4 55 mm between the bottom of the cooktop and the top of the shelf There should also be a 10 mm air gap for ventilation between the rear of the shelf and the back wall Installation instructions 26 ...

Page 27: ... supply The operating voltage of your model can be found on the data plate of the appliance The power cord should be connected to the supply as follows Black Live 1 Red Live 2 Green Ground CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock Disconnect the main power supply before connecting or servicing the cooktop Make certain that the cooktop is properly grounded after installation WARNING THIS APPLIAN...

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