Miele KM 406 User Manual

Operating Instructions
Gas Cooktop KM 406
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read the operating instructions
before
installation or use.
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M.-Nr. 05 060 891
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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 store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
ß Do not try to light any appliance. 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)
Note to the installer: Please leave this instruction book with the consumer for the local electrical / gas inspector’s use.
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Before using the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cleaning the cooktop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Turning on and off / Regulating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Description of the settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Safety feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the cooktop during a power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Ceramic surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Burner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Help protect our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Installation and connection
When using your gas 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.
Install the appliance so that the
power cord or gas piping does not come into contact with any portion of the cooktop which may become hot during use.
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 maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as aircraft or recreational vehicles. However, under certain circumstances it may be possible for installation in these applications. Please contact the nearest Miele Dealer or the Miele Technical Service Department with specific requirements.
After connecting the appliance test
for leaks according to the installation instructions.
If there is any doubt concerning
installation contact Miele’s Technical Service Department.
U 1-800-999-1360
techserv@mieleusa.com
V 1-800-565-6435
service@miele.ca
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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Correct usage
Do not operate the cooktop until it
is properly installed in the countertop.
This appliance is intended for
residential cooking only.
Use the appliance only for its
intended purpose. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damages caused by improper use of the cooktop.
Take care that drafts do not blow
flammable material toward the flames or push the flames so that they extend beyond the edges of the pan.
Never use the cooktop to warm the
room.
Install the cooktop in a room that
has sufficient ventilation.
This appliance must not be
operated outdoors.
Do not use aluminum foil to line any
part of the cooktop.
For proper lighting and
performance of the burners, keep the igniters clean and dry.
Make sure all components of the
gas burners are assembled correctly before using the cooktop.
Do not use pans with too large of a
bottom diameter. Using larger pans may cause the flames to spread out and damage the surrounding countertop or other countertop appliances.
For safety and stability, use the
trivet for smaller pans.
Do not store aerosols,
combustibles and/or any other easily flammable materials underneath or adjacent to the cooktop.
Only certain types of glass/ceramic
or other glazed cookware are suitable for use on a cooktop without breaking due to a sudden temperature change.
Protection from damage
Do not use a steam cleaner to
clean the appliance. Steam could penetrate electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Spills containing salt or sugar
should be removed immediately.
Do not drop anything on the
ceramic surface of the appliance. Although the ceramic glass is shock and scratch resistant, it is not shock or scratch proof.
Ensure that any burners in use are always covered with a pan.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal Safety
The burners become very hot when in use. Make sure that no one
comes in contact with the burners.
Do not leave children unattended in an area where the appliance is in
use.
Do not store toys or items of
interest to children in cabinets above or behind the cooktop. Children climbing onto the cooktop to reach these items may become seriously injured.
Do not allow children to operate or
play with the cooktop. Keep all pans out of childrens reach.
Only use dry, heat resistant
potholders. Moist or damp potholders used on hot surfaces can result in steam burns. Do not let the potholder touch the hot burners. Do not use towels or other bulky items near the appliance.
Be aware of loose fitting or hanging
clothing when operating the cooktop, they may present a fire hazard.
Do not heat unopened food
containers. Built-up pressure may cause the container to burst and result in injury.
Do not store items
on the cooktop.
Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate
on the appliance.
Do not leave the cooktop unattended while in use.
Overheated food can ignite.
Do not use water on grease fires. Smother any fire or flame, or use a
dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
Be careful when preparing a
flambé beneath the hood. Flames could be drawn up into the hood by the suction and ignite the grease filters.
The flame should be the same size
as the bottom of the pan. Do not use small pans with high flame settings, the flames may climb the sides of the pan.
Only use cooking utensils suitable
for cooktop use.
Always position pan handles and
utensils inward so they do not extend over adjacent work areas, burners or the edge of the cooktop.
If there is a drawer directly
underneath the appliance without a wooden base in between, ensure that no aerosols, combustible liquids or other easily flammable materials are kept in it. If cutlery inserts are to be placed in the drawer they must be made of heat-resistant material.
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