Operating Instructions Ceramic Cooktops KM 421 KM 424 KM 427 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. UV M.-Nr.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Help protect our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Disposal of packing materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Disposal of an old appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Guide to the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE COOKTOP WARNING - When using your appliance, follow basic safety precautions including the following: Installation Be certain your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with national and local safety regulations. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage caused by an incorrect installation or connection.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not install the cooktop directly above a dishwasher, refrigerator or freezer. Heat radiated by the cooktop may damage them. If the cooktop is installed above an oven, keep the cooktop’s power cord from contacting the oven. Because of the heat radiated it is not recommended to install the cooktop above a drawer. It should only be installed above a cabinet base unit with a dummy drawer front and an additional protective base between the appliance and the cabinet.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protection from damage Do not drop anything on the ceramic 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. These could scratch the cooktop permanently. See "Selecting Cookware" for more information. Grains of salt and sand can also scratch.Make sure that the bases of any pots and pans are clean, free of any fat or oils and are dry.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Injury prevention Do not touch the cooktop or the area surrounding it during or immediately after use. The cooktop may be hot even though it is dark in color. Areas near it may become hot enough to cause burns. Do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials touch the cooktop or areas near it until they have cooled. Wait until the residual heat indicators go out. CAUTION: Do not store toys or items of interest to children in cabinets above or behind the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before removing pots and pans, be sure to turn off the burners. Do not store items on the appliance when not in use. Items could melt or catch fire from residual heat or if the cooktop is turned on inadvertently. Never cover the cooktop 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Appliance safety Further safety notes In the event of any damage to the appliance, it must be turned off immediately and disconnected from the electricity supply by either shutting off the power main or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker. Contact Technical Service. Do not use the appliance until it has been repaired. Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until repair work is completed.
Help protect our environment Disposal of packing materials Disposal of an old appliance The cardboard box and packing materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Please recycle. Old appliances contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact your local recycling authority 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.
Guide to the cooktop KM 421 abcd Single burners Control knobs for burners e rear left f rear right g front left h front right i Area 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.
Guide to the cooktop KM 424 a Single burner b Extended burner cd Variable burner e Indicator light shows variable burner or extended burner is activated f Control knobs (position corresponding with the burner) g Area with 4 operating-/ residual heat indicator lights KM 424 diameter inches (cm) rear left a rear right b front right c front left d 5 3/4" (14.5) 6 3/4" (17) 4 3/ 4" (12) 5 3/4" (14.5) 6 3/4" x 10 1/2" (17 x 26.
Guide to the cooktop KM 427 ac Single burners b Extended burner de Variable burners f Indicator light shows variable burner or extended burner is activated g Area with 5 operating-/ residual heat indicator lights h Control knobs (position corresponding with the burner) KM 427 diameter inches (cm) rear left a rear middle b rear right c front right d front left e 5 3/4" (14.5) 6 3 / 4" (17) 5 3/4" (14.5) 4 3/ 4" (12) 5 3/4" (14.5) 7" (18) 9" (23) 700 1100 1800 2500 6 3/4" x 10 1/2" (17 x 26.
Before using for the first time Clean the cooktop Before using for the first time, clean the cooktop with a damp cloth and then dry with 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.
Use Turning on and off Operating a variable / extended burner If a burner has the symbol n next to the control knob, you can switch on an additional outer or extended heating circle. To turn on a burner push down and turn the control knob: 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.
Use Settings The range of settings is the same for all burners: Settings Melting butter, chocolate etc. Dissolving gelatin 1-2 Thickening sauces containing egg yolk and butter Warming small quantities of food/liquid Warming sticky foods Cooking rice 1-3 Warming liquid and half-set foods Thickening sauces, e.g.
Use Overheating protection Each burner is equipped with a temperature limiter. This limiter turns off the heating elements in the burner before the ceramic surface becomes too hot. Once the ceramic surface has cooled to a safe temperature, the heating elements will automatically turn back on. The overheating protection can 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.
Selecting cookware The cooking surface Pots and pans Your ceramic cooktop is made of an extremely hard and durable material. The surface is scratch resistant, not scratch proof. Avoid using cookware with ridged bottoms. Ridged pots with dirty or chipped enamel bottoms may scratch the cooktop if they are pulled across the ceramic surface. Special cookware is not required, but as is true with all types of cooking appliances, the better the cookware, the better the performance.
Selecting cookware – Using a lid while cooking will minimize the loss of heat and decrease the cooking time. – Copper bottom and aluminum pans may leave a residue on the cooktop in the form of metallic lines. This is normal. These lines 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.
Cooktop care When cleaning the cooktop, make sure the cooktop is "Off", and be careful not to accidentally turn it "On". Under no circumstances should a steam cleaner be used to clean this appliance. Pressurized steam could cause permanent damage to the surface and to components for which the manufacturer cannot accept responsibility. Do not use any sharp pointed objects which could damage the seal between the ceramic surface, the surrounding frame and the countertop.
Frequently asked questions All repairs should be performed by a trained technician in strict accordance with national and local codes. Any repairs or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could be dangerous. What if ... ... the cooktop or burners cannot be turned on? Check whether the electrical circuit has blown a fuse or "tripped" the circuit breaker.
Technical Service In the event of a fault which you cannot easily fix yourself, please contact the Miele Technical Service 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.
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