Miele KM 7678 FL, Operating And Installation Instructions

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Installation
*INSTALLATION*
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Flush-fit installation
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Create the worktop cut-out. Remem-
ber to maintain the minimum safety
distances (see “Safety distances”).
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Solid wood, tiled and glass worktops:
Fix a wooden frame 5.5 mm below
the top edge of the worktop.
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Risk of damage from incorrect
connection.
The hob electronic module may be
damaged if a short-circuit occurs.
The mains connection cable must be
connected to the hob by a qualified
electrician.
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Connect the electrical connection
cable by following the instructions in
the wiring diagram on the hob (see
“Wiring diagram” in the “Electrical
connection” chapter).
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Stick the supplied sealing strip under
the edge of the hob. Do not apply the
sealing strip under tension.
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Feed the mains connection cable for
the hob down through the worktop
cut-out.
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Centre the hob in the cut-out.
The gap between the ceramic glass
surface and the worktop must be at
least 2 mm wide. This is required so
that the hob can be sealed.
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Connect the hob to the electricity
supply (see “Electrical connection”).
 Check that the hob works.
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Seal the gap between the hob and
worktop with a silicone sealant that is
heat-resistant to at least 160 °C.
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Damage from unsuitable sealant.
Unsuitable sealant can damage nat-
ural stone.
For natural stone worktops and nat-
ural stone tiles, only use silicone
sealant that is specially formulated
for natural stone. Follow the manu-
facturer’s instructions.