Miele KM 499, Operating Instructions Manual

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Pans
Suitable pans
Induction cooking zones will only work
when covered by a pan with a
magnetic base.
Suitable pans include:
– stainless steel pans with a magnetic
base
– enamelled steel pans
– cast iron pans
Unsuitable pans:
– stainless steel pans without a
magnetic base
– aluminium and copper pans
– glass, ceramic or earthenware pots
and pans
To test whether a pot or pan is suitable
for use on an induction hob:
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Fill the pan with some water and
place it on a cooking zone.
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Switch the zone on and touch - or +
to set a power level.
If the pan is not suitable, the power
setting selected will disappear from the
cooking zone display after a few
seconds and the
ß symbol will appear.
Please be aware that the properties of
the pan base can affect the eveness
with which food heats up in the pan.
Unless the pan manufacturer states
that you can do so, do not use pans
with very thin bases on this hob, and
never heat up empty pans as they
could get damaged. This could also
damage the appliance.
Pan size
The diameter of the pan base must be
at least as big as the inner marking on
the zone it is being used on. If the
diameter of the base is too small, the
induction heating will not work (see
"Pan size recognition").
Please note that the maximum diameter
quoted by manufacturers often refers to
the diameter of the top rim of the pot or
pan. The diameter of the base
(generally smaller) is more important.
Tips on saving energy
Use a pan lid whenever possible to
minimise heat loss.
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