Miele ESW6880 User Manual

Operating and Installation Instructions Warming Drawer

To prevent accidents and machine damages, read these instructions before installation or use.

M.-Nr. 09 800 170en - US, CA

Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................3

Guide to the appliance .............................................6

Warming drawer ...................................................6

Control panel ......................................................7

Standard accessories ...............................................8

Before using for the first time........................................9

Operation .......................................................10

Operating modes..................................................10

Temperature settings...............................................11

Duration .........................................................12

Keeping food warm ...............................................13

Warming dishes ..................................................15

Capacity.........................................................16

Other uses ......................................................17

Sabbath mode ...................................................18

Cleaning and care ................................................19

Frequently asked questions ........................................20

Optional accessories..............................................21

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................24

Installation dimensions ............................................25

Installation ......................................................27

Installing the front panel ...........................................28

Electrical connection..............................................30

Technical Service.................................................31

Help protect our environment.......................................32

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING- When using your appliance follow basic precautions, including the following:

Children

Close supervision is necessary

when any appliance is used by or near children.

Read all instructions before installation or use to prevent injury and appliance damage.

This appliance conforms to all uniform safety codes and regulations.

Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Proper use

This gourmet warming drawer is

intended for domestic use and similar installation conditions. Use only as described in this manual. Any other use is prohibited.

This gourmet warming drawer is not

designed for outdoors use.

Persons who lack physical, sensory

or mental abilities, or experience with the appliance should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person.

The appliance becomes hot during

use and remains hot for some time after turning off. Keep children away from the warming drawer until it has cooled to a safe temperature.

Ensure that any packing material, is

disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Danger of suffocation!

Technical safety

Installation, repair and maintenance

work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician in accordance with local building and safety codes. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.

Before installing the appliance,

check for externally visible damage. Do not operate a damaged appliance.

Do not operate any appliance with a

damaged cord. Contact Miele’s Technical Service Department.

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 be met. If there is any doubt, have the electrical system of the house checked by a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before installation, make sure that

the voltage and frequency listed on the rating label correspond with the household electrical supply. This data must correspond to prevent injury and appliance damage. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.

Power bars and extension cords are

not safe for use with this appliance. Risk of fire. Do not use them to connect the gourmet warming drawer to the electrical power supply.

Do not use the appliance until it has

been properly installed in the cabinetry.

This gourmet warming drawer must

not be operated in mobile installations (boats).

Under no circumstance open the

outer casing of the appliance. This is a safety hazard and may damage the appliance.

Defective components should be

replaced by Miele original spare parts only. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the safety of the appliance.

Do not operate any appliance with a

damaged cord or plug, or if the appliance has been damaged in any manner. Contact Miele’s Technical Ser vice Department.

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.

Proper use

Protect your hands with oven mitts

or potholders when using the appliance. Use only dry, heat resistant potholders. Moist or damp potholders used on hot surfaces can result in steam burns.

Do not store plastic containers or

flammable objects in the drawer. They can melt or catch fire when the appliance is turned on. Fire hazard!

The use of accessories not

recommended by Miele may cause injury.

Make certain that the power cords of

small appliances do not come in contact with the appliance. The insulation of the cable could become damaged. Danger of electric shock!

Objects in the vicinity of the

activated drawer may burn due to the high temperatures. Never use the appliance to heat rooms.

Do not replace the non-slip mat with

kitchen towels or similar objects.

Do not overload the appliance or sit

or stand on the opened drawer as this would damage the drawer. The drawer can be loaded with

maximum 55 lbs (25 kg).

If the appliance is installed in a

closed kitchen cabinet, only use it when the cabinet door is open.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not heat unopened food

containers. Pressure can build up causing an explosion that will damage the cooking compartment. There is also a danger of personal injury and scalding.

Before serving, be sure food is at a

safe temperature. This is particularly important when preparing food for babies and children.

Be aware of loose fitting or hanging

clothing while using the warming drawer. They may present a fire hazard.

The floor of the drawer becomes hot

during use. Caution, do not touch. Use the handle for opening and closing the appliance.

Do not use plastic containers or

plastic wrap in the warming drawer. These items may melt and cause damage to the warming drawer or injury.

Never add water to food in a hot

drawer. The steam created could cause serious burns or scalds.

Liquids entering the appliance

interior through the air vents may cause a short-circuit. Open and close the loaded drawer carefully to prevent liquids from spilling.

The "Keep food warm" operating

mode must be only used for keeping hot food warm, but not for heating cold food. Ensure that the food is sufficiently heated before you place it in the appliance.

It is possible that some bacterial

growth may occur in foods kept for lengthy period of time at low temperature levels.

Do not use a steam cleaner to clean

the drawer. Steam could penetrate electrical components and cause a short circuit.

Never warm undiluted alcohol in the

warming drawer, this can easily ignite.

Exercise caution when warming

food with a high sugar content. If heated for too long the sugar may caramelize or ignite.

Be sure that the vents are not

covered. Food and tableware may not warm evenly otherwise.

Do not leave the warming drawer

unattended while in use.

Do not use water on grease fires!

A violent steam explosion may result. Smother the fire with a dry chemical or foam fire extinguisher.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND REVIEW THEM PERIODICALLY

Guide to the appliance

Warming drawer

a Non-slip mat

b Control panel

c Vents

d Rack

Control panel

Sensors

Indicators

Guide to the appliance

s Turns the warming drawer on and off

Menu Selects the operating mode

Temperature Sets the temperature

Duration Sets the duration

Operating modes:

H For warming cups and glasses

H For warming plates and dishes

2 For keeping food warm

¯ For low temperatures

Temperature:

Q Q Q Q Q

Duration:

1h 1 hour

2h 2 hours

3h 3 hours

4h 4 hours

Guide to the appliance

Standard accessories

All standard and additional accessories can be reordered if necessary (see "Optional accessories") from Miele.

Rack

For increasing the loading area

Non-slip mat

Provides a secure base for your dishes

Before using for the first time

Clean and heat the appliance

Remove any protective wrapping.

Remove the non-slip mat and the

rack, if provided, from the appliance and clean both with a sponge cloth, warm water and liquid dish soap. Then dry with a cloth.

Wipe your appliance inside and

outside with a damp cloth and then dry.

Reinsert the non-slip mat and the

rack, if provided.

Heat the empty drawer for at least 2 hours.

^ Touch the ON/OFF sensor s to turn

the appliance on.

^ Tap "Menu" until the s symbol is

illuminated.

^ Tap "Temperature" until the LED on

the far right is illuminated.

The appliance will turn off automatically after two hours.

Metal components have a protective coating which may give off a slight odor the first time your new appliance is heated. The smell will dissipate after a short time and does not indicate a faulty connection. Ensure proper ventilation of the area during this time.

^ Tap "Duration" until 2h is illuminated.

Close the drawer.

The heater and the fan of the appliance will only turn on when the drawer is closed.

Operation

Operating modes

Touch the "Menu" sensor to select the operating mode; the corresponding symbol will be illuminated:

–

Warming cups and glasses

–

Warming dishes and plates

–

Keeping food warm

–

Low temperature

The last selected operating mode is automatically set when the appliance is turned on the next time and will be displayed on the control panel.

The appliance is fitted with a fan distributing the warmed air within the drawer. The fan runs continuously in the "Cups/glasses" and "Warming dishes/plates" modes. It works intermittently in the "Keeping food warm" and "Low temperature" modes.

The appliance lets you keep food warm while simultaneously warming dishes. For this purpose, use the "Keeping food warm" operating mode.

Caution! The dishes need more time to warm up but may become very hot!

Temperature settings

Every operating mode has its own temperature range. The factory settings for recommended temperatures are shown in bold. By touching the 6 sensor, you can change the temperature in 5 degree increments.

The last selected temperature is automatically set when the appliance is turned on the next time and will be displayed on the control panel (Exception: Low temperature).

Operation

Temperature

Display

] ^ ^ ^ ^ 104/40 140/60 150/65 150/65

^ ] ^ ^ ^ 113 / 45 150 / 65 158 / 70 158 / 70

^ ^ ] ^ ^ 122/50 158/70 167/75 167/75

^ ^ ^ ] ^ 131/55 167/75 176/80 176/80

^ ^ ^ ^ ] 140/60 176/80 185/85 185/85

* Approximate temperatures, measured in the center of an

empty drawer

Temperature °F / °C *

H H 2 ¯

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