Miele KM402 INSTALLATION MANUAL

Operating
Instructions for the

Fryer
KM 402

To prevent accidents and reduce
machine damage,
read the Operating Manual
before installation or use.

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M.-Nr. 05 052 110

Contents

Contents

Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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

General notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Disposal of packing materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Disposal of an old appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Cleaning before the first use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Using the fryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Turning on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Before frying. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Frying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Frying tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

After frying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Safety cut-out feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Cleaning the lid and surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Frying basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Data plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Description of the appliance

Description of the appliance

b

d

c

g

h

i

k

j

Lid

b

Frying basket with:

c

Handle (fold-away, removable)

d

Basket clip

e

Basket support

f

Heating element (can be raised)

g

Temperature indicator lamp

h

Operating indicator lamp

i

Drain valve

j

Control knob

k

Power cord

l

Reservoir (Capacity: min: 3 qt. (3 l) - max: 4 qt. (4 l))

m

e

f

m

l

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Warning and Safety instructions

Warning and Safety instructions

Installing and connection

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

Read all instructions before using
for the first time.

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. The manufac­turer cannot be held responsible for
damages caused by the lack, or inade­quacy of, an effective grounding sys­tem.

Do not connect the appliance to

the main electrical supply using an
extension cord. Extension cords do not­meet the safety requirements of this ap­pliance.

Before servicing, disconnect the

power supply by either removing
the fuse, unplugging the unit or ma­nually “tripping” the circuit breaker.

Correct usage

top.

cannot be held responsible for dam­ages caused by improper use of the
fryer.

Never mix different types of oil and/or
fat together.

water.

for cleaning.

the appliance is not in use.

Do not operate the appliance until
properly installed in the counter-

This appliance is intended for
residential use only.

Use the appliance only for its in­tended purpose. The manufacturer

Never use the appliance to warm
or heat the room.

Only use oils or fats that are recom­mended for deep fat fryer use.

Turn on the fryer only after the lid
is removed and it is filled with oil or

Do not switch on the appliance
when the heating element is raised

Always lower the heating element
into the operating position when

This appliance must not be set up
or operated outdoors.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Protection from damage

Do not drop anything on the ce-

ramic surface. Even a light object
could cause damage in certain circum­stances.

Do not use a steam cleaner to

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

In areas subject to infestation by

cockroaches or other vermin, keep
the appliance and its surroundings
clean at all times. Any damage caused
by pests will not be covered under war­ranty.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Protection from burns

Do not leave the fryer unattended

while in use. Overheated oil can ig­nite. Do not allow an open flame in the
vicinity of the fryer.

Do not let cooking grease or other

flammable materials accumulate
on the appliance. Make certain there
are no open flames present when ad­ding oil to the fryer.

Do not use water on grease fires.

Smother any fire or flame or use a
dry chemical or foam extinguisher.

To avoid personal injury, use ex-

treme caution when lifting the bas­ket from the reservoir or filtering the hot
oil.

Never put water or ice into hot oil;

this can cause a serious reaction
leading to injury.

Frying oil can normally be used 6-

10 times. Between each use the oil
should be poured through a strainer
lined with a paper filter. Oil containing
impurities may ignite.

Use only dry, heat resistant pot-

holders. Moist or damp potholders
used on hot surfaces can result in
steam burns. Do not let the potholder
touch the hot heating elements or
come in contact with the oil or water.
Do not use towels or other bulky items
near the appliance.

Wear proper apparel. Loose fitting

or hanging garments should never
be worn while using the appliance.

Do not store aerosols, combus-

tibles and/or any other easily
flammable materials underneath or ad­jacent to the appliance.

Do not allow children to operate or
play with, or near, the fryer.

Do not store toys or items of inter-

est to children in cabinets above
or behind the appliance. Children
climbing onto the fryer to reach these
items may become seriously injured.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Damage to the appliance

In the event of any damage to the

appliance, it must be turned off im­mediately and disconnected from the
electricity supply by either removing
the fuse, unplugging the unit or ma­nually “tripping” the circuit breaker.
Contact the Miele Technical Service De­partment.
Do not use the appliance until it has
been repaired.
Ensure power is not supplied to the ap­pliance while repair work is being car­ried out.

Any breakages or cracks in the ce-

ramic surface of the appliance are
defects and must be treated as such.
Do not use the appliance until it has
been repaired.

Repairs should only be performed

by qualified technicians to ensure
safety. Repairs and other work by un­qualified persons could be dangerous.
Under no circumstances open the
outer casing of the appliance.

While the appliance is under war-

ranty repairs should only be per­formed by a Miele authorized service
technician. Otherwise the warranty is in­validated.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Further safety notes

When using a portable appliance

near the fryer, make sure that its
power cord does not come into contact
with the heating element or reservoir of
the fryer.

Always make sure food is suffi-

ciently cooked or reheated. Many
factors affect the overall cooking time,
including the size and amount of food,
its temperature, and the recipe. Some
foods may contain microorganisms that
are only destroyed by thorough cook­ing. If in doubt, select a longer cooking
or reheating time.

Always cook pork thoroughly to en-

sure that the meat is safe to eat.

Do not store or transport hot oil in

plastic containers. Plastic melts!

Frying oil is no longer usable and

must be replaced when it
becomes dark and thick, smells un­pleasant, or froths and smokes at a
temperature of 340°F (170° C) or less.

Allow hot oil to cool before draining
the fryer.

Before discarding an old ap-

pliance, remove the power cord
and any doors to prevent it from be­coming a hazard.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND
REVIEW THEM PERIODICALLY

Throughout the manual, important
safety items will be highlighted in
boxes and should be read in con­junction with these “Warning and
Safety instructions.”

Do not pour oil or fat down the

sink. Oil and fat can block the
drain pipes and/or cause serious sep­tic problems. Consult with your local
sewage or sanitation authority for the
proper disposal of used oil or fat.

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