Miele KM2032G Installation Manual
Operating and Installation Instructions
Gas cooktop
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be-
fore installation or use.
en-US M.-Nr. 10 810 470
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.
– Do not use or store gasoline or other combustible liquids or vapors in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
– Do not try to light any appliance.
– Do not touch any electric switches.
– Do not use any phones inside your building.
– Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
– If you are unable to reach your gas provider, call the fire department.
– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, qualified ser-
vice agency or your gas provider.
(In Massachusetts, installation must be performed by a licensed installer / gas
fitter.)
– Note to the installer:
Please give these installation instructions to the consumer for the local electrical/gas inspector.
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................ 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................ 5
Caring for the environment ................................................................................16
Overview............................................................................................................... 17
Cooktop................................................................................................................. 17
Control knobs........................................................................................................ 18
Burner.................................................................................................................... 19
Included accessories............................................................................................. 20
Before first use .................................................................................................... 21
Cleaning the cooktop for the first time.................................................................. 21
Turning on the cooktop for the first time ............................................................... 21
Cookware ............................................................................................................. 22
Energy saving tips .............................................................................................. 24
Operation.............................................................................................................. 25
Turning the appliance on ....................................................................................... 25
Adjusting the flame................................................................................................ 26
Turning the appliance off....................................................................................... 26
Safety features..................................................................................................... 27
Ignition safety control............................................................................................ 27
Cleaning and care ...............................................................................................28
Stainless steel cooktop ......................................................................................... 29
Grates.................................................................................................................... 30
Control knobs........................................................................................................ 30
Burner.................................................................................................................... 30
Frequently Asked Questions .............................................................................. 32
Optional accessories ..........................................................................................34
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - INSTALLATION ................................. 35
Safety clearances ................................................................................................ 36
Instructions for installation ................................................................................ 39
Installation dimensions....................................................................................... 40
Installation............................................................................................................ 41
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Contents
Electrical connection ..........................................................................................43
Gas connection.................................................................................................... 45
Burner ratings ...................................................................................................... 48
Technical Service................................................................................................. 49
Contact in case of fault ......................................................................................... 49
Data plate .............................................................................................................. 49
Warranty ................................................................................................................ 49
MieleCare ............................................................................................................. 50
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This cooktop conforms to current safety requirements. Improper
use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance,
please read these instructions carefully before using the appliance
for the first time. They contain important notes on installation,
safety, use and maintenance.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage occurring as a result of
non-compliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owners.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Appropriate use
This cooktop is intended for domestic use and use in other similar
environments.
This cooktop is not intended for outdoor use.
The cooktop is intended for domestic use only to prepare food
and keep it warm. Any other use may be dangerous.
Persons (including children) who lack physical, sensory or mental
abilities, or experience with the appliance should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a responsible person.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety with children
As with any other appliance, children must be supervised.
Do not leave children unattended: Children should not be alone or
unsupervised in the area where the appliance is installed. Do not allow them to sit or stand on the appliance.
Children must not be allowed to clean the cooktop without super-
vision.
Be sure to supervise any children in the vicinity of the cooktop,
and do not let them play with it.
The cooktop gets hot when in use and remains hot for some time
after being turned off. Keep children away from the appliance until it
has cooled down and is no longer a burn hazard.
Burn hazard!
Keep the spaces above and behind the cooktop clear of any items
that could draw the attention of children. Otherwise, they can be
tempted into climbing onto the appliance.
Risk of burning or scalding.
Turn pot and pan handles inward, so children cannot pull them down
and be burned.
Danger of suffocation! Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags,
etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children.
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Technical safety
Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance, and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorized technician.
Maintenance by the user: Never repair or replace any part of the
appliance unless the instructions specifically recommend doing so.
Service work may only be performed by a qualified technician.
Damage to the cooktop can compromise your safety. Check the
cooktop for visible signs of damage. Do not use the cooktop if it is
damaged.
Reliable and safe operation of the cooktop can only be guaran-
teed if it is connected to the public power supply.
Be certain your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. 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.
Proper installation: Make sure that your appliance has been in-
stalled correctly and that it has been grounded by a qualified technician.
To avoid damaging the cooktop, make sure that the connection
data (voltage and frequency) on the data plate correspond to the
building's power supply before connecting the appliance.
When in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply with a power
bar or extension cord. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance.
For safety reasons, the cooktop may only be used when it has
been fully installed.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
Any contact with live connections or tampering with the electrical
or mechanical components of the cooktop will endanger your safety
and may lead to appliance malfunctions.
Do not open the casing of the cooktop under any circumstances.
Any repairs not performed by a Miele authorized service techni-
cian will void the warranty.
Defective components should be replaced by Miele original parts
only. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the
safety of the appliance.
The appliance is not intended for use with an external timer switch
or a remote control system.
The connection to the gas supply must be carried out by a suit-
ably qualified and competent person in accordance with current local and national safety regulations. If the plug is removed from the
power cord or if the cord is supplied without a plug, the appliance
must be connected to the electrical supply by a suitably qualified
electrician.
If the power cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by a quali-
fied service technician (see “Electrical connection”).
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
During installation, maintenance, and repair work, the appliance
must be completely disconnected from the household electricity
supply. The gas supply must be shut off. Ensure that this is the case
by:
– removing the fuse
– “tripping” the circuit breaker, or
– unplugging the unit. Pull the plug not the cord.
– Shut off the gas supply.
Danger of electric shock.
If the cooktop is defective, immediately turn the appliance off and
discontinue use. Disconnect it from the electricity and gas supply.
Contact Technical Service.
If the cooktop is installed behind a cabinet door, do not close the
door while the cooktop is in operation. Heat and moisture can build
up behind the closed door and cause damage to the cooktop, cabinetry and flooring. Do not close the door until the cooktop has completely cooled down.
Reaching over a hot stovetop to access the cabinets can result in
burns. You can reduce the risk of burns by installing a range hood
that extends at least 4¾" (12cm) past the bottom of the cabinets.
Ask your installer to show you the location of your gas shutoff
valve and fuses or circuit breaker panel in your apartment or home.
Be sure that you know how and where to disconnect the gas and
power supply to your cooktop.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Correct use
The cooktop gets hot when in use and remains hot for some time
after being turned off. Do not touch the appliance if there is a possibility that it could still be hot.
When in use, the cooktop emits a significant amount of heat,
which can cause objects in the vicinity to catch fire.
Never use the cooktop to heat the room.
Do not leave the cooktop unattended when cooking on high
power. Spilled food will begin to smoke and cause grease splatter,
which can ignite on the cooktop.
Oil and fat can catch fire if overheated. Never leave the appliance
unattended when cooking with oil and fat. If the oil or fat catches
fire, do not attempt to put the flames out with water.
Turn off the cooktop and smother the flames using a lid or a suitable
fire blanket.
Smother the fire or flames, or use a dry chemical extinguishing
agent or foam fire extinguisher.
The flames could set the grease filters of a ventilation hood on fire.
Do not flambé under a ventilation hood.
Spray canisters, aerosols and other inflammable substances can
ignite when heated. Therefore do not store such items or substances
in a drawer under the appliance. Cutlery inserts must be heat-resistant.
Never heat empty cookware.
Do not heat or can food in closed containers, such as tins or
sealed jars, on the cooktop, as pressure will build up in the container
and cause it to explode.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
If the cooktop is covered, there is a risk that the material of the
cover will ignite, explode or melt if the cooktop is still hot or if turned
on inadvertently. Never cover the cooktop with a board, cloth or protective sheet.
When the appliance is turned on inadvertently or by mistake, or
when there is residual heat present, there is a risk of the metal items
heating up. Other materials can melt or catch fire when the appliance
is switched on. Do not store items on the cooktop.
You can burn yourself on a hot cooktop. When cooking on the ap-
pliance, protect your hands by using heat-resistant pot holders or
oven mitts. Only use dry pot holders or gloves. Wet or damp textiles
conduct heat more effectively and produce steam, which poses a
burn hazard. Be sure to keep all textiles away from the gas flames.
Do not use oversized cloths, dish towels or other similar materials.
When using an electrical appliance, e.g. a hand mixer, near the
cooktop, make sure that the power cable does not come into contact with the hot cooktop. The cable's insulation could become damaged.
Cookware made of plastic or aluminum foil will melt at high tem-
peratures. Do not use any plastic or aluminum foil cookware.
A range hood installed above the cooktop can become damaged
or catch fire as a result of intense heat. Do not use the gas burners
without cookware.
Only light the gas burners after all burner parts have been properly
assembled.
If the cookware is too small, it will not sit properly on the burner
grate. If the cookware is too large, heat emitted from the bottom of
the cookware may damage the countertop, walls with poor heat-resistance (e.g. paneled walls) or portions of the cooktop.
Make sure that the burner flames do not extend beyond the bot-
tom of the cookware and rise up its sides.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Only use cookware with a thick enough bottom. Failure to do so
may result in damage to the cooktop.
Always use the burner grates supplied with the cooktop. Never
place cookware directly on the burner.
Install the burner grates in an upright position to avoid scratching
the cooktop.
Storage in or on the appliance: Flammable materials should not be
stored in an oven or in the vicinity of the cooktop.
Remove all grease splatters and other flammable (food) residues
on the cooktop. They are a fire hazard.
Avoid allowing liquids or foods containing salt to spill onto the
cooktop. If salty foods or liquids do get on the cooktop, they should
be removed as soon as possible to avoid the risk of corrosion.
Using of a gas cooktop causes heat, moisture and products of
combustion to build up in the room in which it is installed. Make sure
that your kitchen is well ventilated, especially when the appliance is
in use: keep any natural means of ventilation open or install a mechanical ventilation system (e.g. a ventilation hood).
If the cooktop is used for very long periods of time, additional
ventilation of the room may be necessary, e.g. by opening windows
or doors, or running the ventilation on the highest setting.
Do not use pots or pans that are large enough to cover several
burners. The resulting heat buildup can damage the appliance.
If the cooktop has not been used for a long period of time, be sure
to thoroughly clean it and have it inspected by an authorized technician before using it again.
Ensure that the igniters are clean and dry to allow the burners to
ignite and burn properly.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Fire hazard! Loose-fitting or hanging garments can catch fire. Be
sure to wear appropriately fitting clothing when cooking. Never allow
loose clothing or flammable materials to come into contact with the
burners while the burners are in use.
When you have finished cooking, make sure that the burners are
turned off by checking the position of the knobs.
The grates, burner cap, bottom parts of the burner, and any other
parts located near the burner flame, can still be very hot after cooking and cause burns. Do not touch these components when using
the cooktop.
Wind can blow curtains over the cooktop, causing them to catch
fire. If the cooktop is installed near a window, do not use long curtains.
Only certain types of glass, ceramic or other enamel cookware
can be used on a gas cooktop without breaking as a result of sudden temperature changes.
Wet sponges or clothes can cause burns due to hot steam if they
are used to wipe spilled food off a hot burner. Some cleansers can
emit hazardous vapors if they are applied to a hot surface. Be careful
when cleaning the cooktop.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Cleaning and maintenance
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the cooktop.
The steam may reach electrical components and cause a short circuit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND REVIEW THEM PERIODICALLY
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing material
The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping. They have been designed to be
biodegradable and recyclable.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of children. Danger of suffocation!
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
contain valuable materials. They also
contain certain substances, compounds
and components which were essential
for the proper functioning and safe use
of the equipment. Handling these materials improperly by disposing of them in
your household waste can be harmful to
your health and the environment. Therefore, please do not dispose of your old
appliance with regular household waste
and follow local regulations on proper
disposal.
Consult with local authorities, dealers or
Miele in order to dispose of and recycle
electrical and electronic appliances.
Miele assumes no responsibility for
deleting any personal data left on the
appliance being disposed. Please ensure that your old appliance is kept
away from children until removal. Observe safety requirements for appliances that may tip over or pose an entrapment hazard.
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