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Miele MasterChef KM342 Operating Instructions Manual Download Page 14

Safety feature

This appliance is equipped with an
Ignition Safety Control. This control cuts
the gas supply if the flame goes out
and reignition is unsuccessful.

^

To reignite the burner, turn the control
knob to "

ß

", then follow the procedure

outlined in "Turning on and off /
Regulating".

This safety feature is not operated by
electricity, it will be active even if the
appliance is in use during a power
failure.

Using the cooktop during a
power failure

If there is an interruption to the
electrical supply, the gas can be
ignited using a match.

^

Press down and turn the desired
control knob counterclockwise to the
largest flame symbol.

^

While holding down the knob, light
the gas at the burner with a match.

^

When the flame appears, keep the
control knob pressed in for 8 - 10
seconds to allow for the Ignition
Safety Control to reach operating
temperature.

Using the cooktop

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Summary of Contents for MasterChef KM342

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions Gas Cooktop KM 342 KM 344 To prevent accidents and machine damage read the instructions before installation or use UV M Nr 05 649 300 ...

Page 2: ...pliance ß Do not touch any electrical switch ß Do not use any phone in your building ß Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions ß If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier In Massachusetts a licensed plumber gas fitter ...

Page 3: ...eaning the cooktop 10 Using the cooktop 11 Fast Ignition System 11 Turning on and off Regulating 11 Pan size 13 Suitable pans 13 Safety feature 14 Using the cooktop during a power failure 14 Cleaning and care 15 Frequently asked questions 17 Technical Service 18 Help protect our environment 20 Contents 3 ...

Page 4: ...e cooktop which may become hot during use Do not connect the appliance to the main electrical supply using an extension cord Extension cords do not meet the safety requirements of this appliance Before servicing turn off the gas valve and disconnect the power supply by either removing the fuse unplugging the unit or manually tripping the circuit breaker This equipment has not been designed for mar...

Page 5: ...re using the cooktop Ensure that any burners in use are always covered with a pan Do not use pans that extend past the burner grate Using larger pans may cause the flames to spread out and damage the surrounding countertop or other countertop appliances For safety and stability do not use pans with a bottom diameter smaller than the burner grate Only certain types of glass ceramic or other glazed ...

Page 6: ...n not in use Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate on the appliance Do not leave the cooktop unattended while in use Boil overs cause smoking and greasy spill overs may ignite Do not use water on grease fires Smother any fire or flame or use a dry chemical or foam type extinguisher Do not flambé under an exhaust hood Flames could be drawn up into the hood by the suction...

Page 7: ...ns to ensure safety Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous Under no circumstance open the outer casing of the appliance While the appliance is under warranty repairs should only be performed by a Miele authorized service technician Otherwise the warranty is void Further safety notes When using a portable appliance near the cooktop make sure that its power cord does not co...

Page 8: ...KM 342 aWok Burners bTrivet cWok Ring dNormal Burners eFast Burner fGrates The layout of the control knobs corresponds with the layout of the burners Guide to the cooktop 8 ...

Page 9: ... rear burner jRight rear burner kFront left burner lFront center burner mFront right burner Accessories A griddle plate and simmer plate are available as additional accessories A conversion kit is also available if the appliance is to be connected to another type of gas To purchase contact your Miele dealer or Miele Guide to the cooktop 9 ...

Page 10: ...nd reassemble the parts in the proper order see Cleaning and care Wipe the cooktop with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly Metal components have a protective coating which may give off a slight odor the first time your new appliance is heated The harmless odor will dissipate after a short time and does not indicate a faulty connection or appliance defect Before using the cooktop 10 ...

Page 11: ...he flame is already lit To prevent a gas leak the Fast Ignition System will click until the safety thermostat is activated Turning on and off Regulating The control knob is used to light the burner and to regulate the strength of the flame Normal Fast burner ß Cooktop is turned off Highest flame Lowest flame Wok burner ß Cooktop is turned off Highest flame inner and outer burner are both at their ...

Page 12: ...setting turn the control knob counterclockwise until you feel resistance Press the knob down to pass the stop then release the pressure and set the cooktop to the desired setting To increase the flames from a low to high setting turn the control knob clockwise until you reach the stop Press the knob down to pass the stop then release the pressure and set the cooktop to the desired setting Since th...

Page 13: ...iameter than the pan support and pots that do not sit securely without wobbling are hazardous and should not be used Suitable pans Unlike pans used on an electric cooktop the bases do not need to be even for good results Thick pan bases will give more even results as hot spots are reduced due to better heat distribution Thin pan bases will conduct the heat faster but not as evenly as thick pan bas...

Page 14: ... it will be active even if the appliance is in use during a power failure Using the cooktop during a power failure If there is an interruption to the electrical supply the gas can be ignited using a match Press down and turn the desired control knob counterclockwise to the largest flame symbol While holding down the knob light the gas at the burner with a match When the flame appears keep the cont...

Page 15: ...leaning it to prevent lime deposits Spills containing salt or sugar should be cleaned immediately Cooktop Let the appliance cool down to a safe temperature before removing the grates Clean the grates cooktop and knobs with a sponge and a mild solution of warm water and liquid dish soap Soak baked or hardened spills Dry the cooktop and grates thoroughly after cleaning Stainless steel Stainless stee...

Page 16: ...tly damp cloth and then wipe dry Make sure that no liquid gets into the appliance Reassembling the normal and fast burners Place the burner cap a onto the burner base b so that the notches fit into the holes see arrows Reassembling the wok burner Place the burner head d onto the burner base e Fit the burner ring c Fit the large burner cap b onto the burner head d Seat the small burner cap a Put th...

Page 17: ...urners are clean and unblocked the igniters are wet the cooktop is plugged in and that the circuit breaker has not tripped If lack of power is the problem the cooktop can be lit with a match See Using the cooktop during a power failure the flame goes out after being lit Check whether the burners are assembled correctly Make sure the gas holes in the burner ring are clean and open the igniters no l...

Page 18: ... Department U 1 800 999 1360 techserv mieleusa com V 1 800 565 6435 service miele ca When contacting Technical Service please quote the serial number and model of the cooktop This information is visible on the silver data plate supplied with the cooktop Adhere data plate sticker here Technical Service 18 ...

Page 19: ...als can guarantee the safety reliability and longevity of your Miele appliance Please note that unless expressly approved in writing by the Miele Service department Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele Our goal is to prevent unauthorized and untrained service personnel from working on your Miele products possibly doing further dam...

Page 20: ... old 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 20 ...

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