Miele KM 5817 Operating instructions

Operating and installation instructions Ceramic cooktop

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.

M.-Nr. 07 687 900en - AU, NZ

Contents

Guide to the appliance .............................................5

Cooktop ..........................................................5

Control panel ......................................................6

Cooking zone data..................................................8

Warning and Safety instructions .....................................9

Caring for the environment.........................................15

Before using for the first time.......................................16

Cleaning for the first time............................................16

Before using for the first time.........................................16

How the cooking zones work .......................................17

Use ............................................................18

Operation ........................................................18

Switching on .....................................................19

Settings .........................................................20

Auto heat-up .....................................................21

Extension .......................................................23

Switching off and residual heat indicators...............................25

Pots and pans ...................................................26

Tips on saving energy .............................................27

Timer ...........................................................28

Minute minder ....................................................29

To switch a cooking zone off automatically ..............................32

To use both timer functions at the same time ............................33

Safety features ...................................................34

Safety lock/System lock .............................................34

Stop and Go......................................................35

Safety switch-off...................................................36

Overheating protection .............................................37

Contents

Cleaning and care ................................................38

Programming ....................................................40

Problem solving guide ............................................43

To test the power setting ..........................................47

Optional accessories..............................................49

Safety instructions for installation...................................50

Safety clearances.................................................51

Notes on installation ..............................................53

Building-in dimensions ............................................54

Installation ......................................................55

External mains connection box .......................................58

Electrical connection..............................................59

Wiring diagram ...................................................60

After sales service, data plate, warranty ..............................61

Cooktop

Guide to the appliance

a Triple circle zone

b Single circle zone

c Single circle zone,

can be extended to Extended Plus zone with b

d Control panel

Guide to the appliance

Control panel

Sensors

a Cooktop ON/OFF

b Selection scale for

- Setting the power setting

- Setting the time

c Safety lock

d Ring extension (depending on model)

e For selecting the cooking zones

f Stop and Go

g - Selecting the timer

- Changing the timer functions

- Selecting the switch-off time (see "Auto switch-off")

h Hours

Control indicators

i Safety lock

j Extension

Guide to the appliance

Cooking zone display

0 = Cooking zone ready for use 1 to 9 = Power settings # = Residual heat A = Auto heat-up when the power setting range has been extended

l Indicator lamp for Auto heat-up or extending the power setting range (see

"Programming")

Timer display

m Indicator lamp for relevant zone, e.g. the rear right cooking zone

00 bis 99 = Time in minutes

0.^ bis 9^ = Time in hours PS = Programming (see relevant chapter) F = Fault (see "Safety switch-off")

o Indicator lamp for half hours with a minute minder time of more than 99 minutes

Guide to the appliance

Cooking zone data

Cooking zone C in cm Rating in watts for 230 V

f 14.5 / 21.0 / 27.0 1050 / 2050 / 3200

x 18.0 1800

z 18.0 1800

z + x 18.0 x 41.0 4000

Total: 7200

Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safety requirements. Inappropriate 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 it for the first time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.

Correct application

This cooktop is designed for

domestic use and for use in similar environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts.

This appliance must only be used to

cook food and keep it warm. Any other usage is at the owner's risk and could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.

This appliance is not intended for

use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety.

This cooktop is not suitable for

outdoor use.

This appliance must not be installed

and used in mobile installations such as ships etc.

Do not modify this appliance.

Warning and Safety instructions

Safety with children

Use the safety lock to prevent

children operating the appliance or altering the settings.

Keep children away from the

appliance at all times. This appliance is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury, keep children well away and do not allow them to play with it or to use the controls. They will not understand the potential dangers posed by it. They should be supervised whenever you are working in the kitchen.

Older children may use the

appliance only when its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely. They must be aware of the potential dangers caused by incorrect operation.

The appliance gets hot when in use

and remains hot for quite a while after being switched off. To safeguard against burning, keep children well away from the appliance at all times.

Packaging, e.g. cling film,

polystyrene and plastic wrappings, must be kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation! Dispose of or recycle all packaging safely as soon as possible.

Do not store anything which might

arouse a child's interest in storage areas above or next to the appliance. Otherwise they could be tempted into climbing onto the appliance with the risk of burning themselves. Danger of burning!

Keep all pans out of reach of

children. Turn pan handles inwards away from the edge of the cooktop. Danger of burning or scalding!

Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

Before installation, check the

appliance for visible signs of damage. Do not install and use a damaged appliance. A damaged appliance is dangerous.

The electrical safety of this

appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested and, where there is any doubt, the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

Before connecting the appliance,

make sure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and rated load) match the mains electricity supply. This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.

For safety reasons, this appliance

may only be used after it has been built in.

Never open the housing of the

appliance. Tampering with electrical connections or components and mechanical parts is highly dangerous to the user and can cause operational faults.

Installation, maintenance and

repairs may only be carried out by a Miele authorised, suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unauthorised and unqualified persons could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

During installation, maintenance and

repair work, the appliance must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply. It is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:

– the mains fuse is disconnected,

– the screw-out fuse is removed (in

countries where this is applicable),

–

it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn from the socket, or it is switched off at the isolator.

Warning and Safety instructions

While the appliance is under

warranty, repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician authorised by Miele. Otherwise the warranty will be invalidated.

Faulty components must only be

replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.

If the connection cable is damaged,

it must be replaced by a suitably qualified electrician with a specialist connection cable of type H 05 VV-F (pvc insulated), available from Miele.

Do not connect the appliance to the

mains electricity supply by a multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

This appliance is not intended to be

operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.

Do not use the cooktop if the

ceramic surface is cracked, chipped or damaged in any way. Switch it off im mediately, and disconnect it from the mains electricity supply. Danger of electric shock!

Correct use

The appliance gets hot when in use

and remains hot for quite a while after being switched off. There is a danger of burning until the residual heat indicators go out.

Do not leave the appliance

unattended whilst it is in use. Pans that have boiled dry can cause damage to the ceramic surface for which the manufacturer cannot be held liable. Boiling fat or oil could ignite and cause a fire.

If oil or fat does catch fire, do not

attempt to put out the flames with water. Use a suitable fire blanket, saucepan lid, damp towel or similar to smother the flames.

Do not use the appliance to heat up

the room. Due to the high temperatures radiated, objects near the appliance could catch fire. The life of the appliance could also be reduced.

The following factors can cause the

area around the control panel and the frame or edges of the cooktop to become hot: The length of time the cooktop has been used for, using it on high settings, using large pans, and the number of zones in use at any one time.

In areas which may be subject to

infestation by cockroaches or other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the warranty.

Warning and Safety instructions

For added protection, it is advisable

to use heat-resistant pot holders or gloves when using the appliance. Do not let them get damp or wet, as this causes heat to transfer through the material more quickly with the risk of scalding or burning yourself.

Do not flambé under a rangehood.

The flames could set the rangehood on fire.

Do not use the appliance as a

resting place for anything else. When the appliance is switched on either deliberately or by mistake, or when there is residual heat present, there is the risk of metal objects heating up, with a danger of burning. Depending on the material, other objects left on the cooktop could also melt or catch fire. Damp pan lids might adhere to the ceramic surface and be difficult to dislodge. Switch the cooking zones off after use.

Do not cover the appliance, e.g.

with a cooktop cover, a cloth, kitchen foil, etc. This could be a fire hazard if the appliance is switched on by mistake.

Do not use plastic or aluminium foil

containers. These melt at high temperatures and could catch fire.

Do not heat up unopened tins of

food on the cooktop as pressure will build up in the tin, causing it to explode. This could result in injury and scalding or damage.

Do not use pots and pans on the

ceramic cooktop with bases with pronounced edges or ridges, e.g. cast iron pans. These could scratch or scour the cooktop surface permanently.

Pots and pans made of aluminium or

with an aluminium base can leave a metallic sheen on the cooktop. This can be removed with the Original Miele ceramic and stainless steel cooktop cleaner (see "Cleaning and care").

Never heat an empty pan unless the

manufacturer of the pan expressly states that you can do so. This could damage the appliance.

Keep the cooktop clean. Grains of

salt, sugar and sand (e.g. from cleaning vegetables) can cause scratches.

Never place hot pans on the area

around the controls. The electronic unit underneath could get damaged.

Do not drop anything on the ceramic

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

Warning and Safety instructions

To prevent the risk of spillages etc.

burning on, remove any soiling as quickly as possible and ensure that pan bases are clean, dry and free of grease.

Do not allow either solid or liquid

sugar, or pieces of plastic or aluminium foil to get onto the cooking zones when they are hot. If this should occur, switch off the appliance, and carefully scrape off all the sugar, plastic or aluminium residues from the cooktop whilst they are still hot, using a shielded scraper blade. Take care not to burn yourself. Once the residues have been removed, allow the appliance to cool down, and then clean with the Original Miele ceramic and stainless steel cooktop cleaner.

When using an electrical appliance,

e.g. a hand-held mixer, near the cooktop, ensure that the connection cable doesn't come into contact with the cooktop. The insulation on the cable could become damaged, giving rise to an electric shock hazard.

If the cooktop is built-in behind a

furniture door, it must only be operated when the door is open. Close the furniture door only once the appliance has been switched off and the residual heat indicators have gone out.

Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

Spray canisters, aerosols and other

inflammable substances must not be stored in a drawer under the cooktop. Cutlery inserts must be heat-resistant.

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled.

Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces the amount of waste in landfill sites. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation.

Disposing of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if handled or disposed of incorrectly, could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. They are, however, essential for the correct functioning of your appliance. If handled or disposed of incorrectly they could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. Please do not dispose of your appliance with household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre or contact your Chartered Agent for advice.

Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.

Before using for the first time

Please stick the extra data plate for the appliance supplied with this documentation in the space provided in the "After sales service" section of this booklet.

Cleaning for the first time

Remove any protective wrapping and adhesive labels.

Before using for the first time, clean the appliance with a

damp cloth only and then wipe dry.

Before using for the first time

On cooktops with bevelled glass edges, a small gap may be visible between the cooktop and the worktop during the first few days after installation. This gap will reduce with time as the appliance is used and will not affect the electrical safety of your appliance.

The metal components have a protective coating which may give off a slight smell when heated up for the first time.

The smell and any vapours given off do not indicate a faulty connection or appliance, and neither are they hazardous to health.

Single circle zone

How the cooking zones work

Single circle cooking zones have one heating element, whilst double circle cooking zones and extended zones have two. Depending on the model, the heating elements may be separated by an insulating ring.

Each cooking zone has overheating protection (a temperature limiter), which stops the ceramic surface from becoming too hot (see "Overheating protection").

When a power setting is selected, the heat switches on and the element can be seen through the ceramic surface.

The temperature of the cooking zones depends on the power setting selected, and is electronically regulated. This controls the "timing" of a cooking zone, switching the element on and off.

a Overheating protection

b Heating element

Double circle zone

a Gap (technically necessary, not defective)

b Overheating protection

c Outer heating element

d Insulating ring

e Inner heating element

Use

Operation

This ceramic cooktop is equipped with electronic sensor switches which react to finger contact.

To operate a cooking zone, touch the relevant sensor. Each time you touch a sensor, an audible tone sounds.

The cooking zones and the timer have to be "active" when you want to set or adjust a power setting or the duration. To activate the cooking zone or the timer, touch the appropriate sensor of the cooking zone or the timer. The sensor will start to flash on and off after you touched it. While the sensor is flashing, set or adjust the power setting or the duration.

Exception:

If there is only one cooking zone in operation, you can set or adjust the power setting without activating it first.

Take care to keep the control area clean. Do not place anything on the control area. The sensor switches may fail to react or they could mistake the article or any dirt for a fingertip contact, thereby activating a function or even causing the cooktop to switch off automatically (see Safety switch-off.)

Never place hot pans on the sensor switches. The electronic unit underneath could get damaged.

Switching on

The cooktop must be switched on before any of the zones can be used.

Do not leave the appliance unattended whilst it is being used.

To switch the cooktop on

Touch the "s" sensor.

0 appears in each of the cooking zone displays. If no further entry is made, the cooktop will switch itself off after a few seconds for safety reasons.

Switch on the cooktop, select the power setting

^ Briefly touch the sensor of the desired cooking zone.

A 0 will flash in the display.

^ Touch a number to set the required power setting.

To set an intermediate power level, touch the area between two numbers (see "Settings").

Use

The power setting selected flashes in the display for a few seconds to start with and then lights up constantly.

Change the power setting

Briefly touch the sensor of the desired cooking zone.

The selected power setting will flash in the display.

Select the required power setting on the selection scale by touching the appropriate number.

If there is only one cooking zone in operation, you can set or adjust the power setting without activating it first.

Use

Settings

The appliance is programmed with 9 power settings at the factory. If you wish to fine-tune a setting, you can extend the power setting range (see "Programming"). The intermediate setting will be represented by an illuminated dot next to the number.

Cooking process Settings*

Standard

factory settings

(9 settings)

Melting butter, chocolate etc. Dissolving gelatine Preparing yoghurt

Thickening sauces containing egg yolk and butter Warming small quantities of food/liquid Keeping warm food which sticks easily Cooking rice

Warming liquid and semi-solid foods Thickening sauces, e.g. Hollandaise Making porridge Preparing omelettes, lightly fried eggs Steaming fruit

Defrosting deep frozen food Steaming vegetables, fish Cooking dumplings, potatoes, pulses Cooking broths, pulse soups

Bringing to the boil and continued cooking of large quantities of food

Gentle braising (without overheating the fat) of meat, fish, vegetables, fried eggs etc.

Frying pancakes etc. 7 - 8 7 - 8.

Boiling large quantities of water Bringing to the boil

1-2 1-2.

1-3 1-3.

2-4 2-4.

3-5 3-5.

55.

6-7 6-7.

8-9 8.-9

Extended

(17 power

settings)

* These settings, which envisage approx. 4 servings, should only be taken as a guide.

With deep pans, large quantities or when cooking without the lid, a higher setting is required. For smaller quantities, select a lower setting.

Auto heat-up

When Auto heat-up has been activated, the cooking zone switches on automatically at the highest setting and then switches to the continued cooking setting which you have previously selected. The heat-up time depends on which continued cooking setting has been chosen (see chart).

As the higher continued cooking settings are generally used for frying food, only a relatively short heat-up time is needed to heat up the pan initially.

To activate Auto heat-up

Briefly touch the sensor of the desired cooking zone.

The display of the cooking zone will flash.

^ Touch the number of the required continued cooking

setting until a tone sounds and the indicator lamp to the right of continued cooking setting will light up in the display.

The indicator light will go out after the Auto heat-up time elapsed.

Use

In the extended range of settings (see "Programming"), A flashes alternately with the continued cooking setting until the heat-up time has finished.

Changing the continued cooking setting deactivates Auto heat-up.

Deactivate Auto heat-up

You can deactivate the Auto heat-up before the end of the heat-up time.

Briefly touch the sensor of the desired cooking zone.

The display of the cooking zone will flash.

Touch the continued cooking setting until the indicator lamp or A goes out, or select another power setting.

Use

Continued cooking

setting*

1 1:20

1. 2:00

2 2:45

2. 3:25

3 4:05

3. 4:45

4 5:30

4. 6:10

5 6:50

5. 7:10

6 1:20

6. 2:00

7 2:45

7. 2:45

8 2:45

Heat-up time

in minutes and seconds (approx.)

8. 2:45

* The continued cooking settings with a dot after the number

are only available if the power setting range has been extended (see "Programming").

Extension

Depending on the model of cooktop, the outer circle of a double circle zone or a triple circle zone can be switched on to provide an extended cooking area when cooking with larger pans (see "Guide to the appliance"). Two neighbouring cooking zones can be combined with a bridging heat element to the Extended Plus zone. The Extended Plus zone will be operated via the cooking zone on the right.

When extending a cooking zone, the indicator lamp lights up for as long as the power setting in the display of the cooktop flashes. As soon as the power setting lights up constantly, the indicator lamp will go out. There is no difference between the second and the third heater zone of a three circle cooking zone.

By switching off one cooking zone, the extension will switch off as well.

Double circle zone / Extended zone

^ Briefly touch the sensor of the desired cooking zone.

Use

Extended Plus zone

^ Select the setting you require.

^ Touch the n sensor while the power setting in the display

of the cooking zone is flashing.

Touch the front right cooking zone sensor.

Select the setting you require.

Touch the n sensor while the power setting in the display of the cooking zone is flashing.

The power setting selected will be displayed in the front right cooking zone display. The display for the rear right cooking zone goes out.

Use

Triple circle zone

Briefly touch the sensor of the desired cooking zone.

Select the setting you require.

While the power setting in the display of the cooking zone

is flashing, touch the n sensor until the required number of heater rings is switched on.

Switch off the extension

Briefly touch the sensor of the desired cooking zone.

The power setting will flash in the display of the cooking zone and the indicator lamp of the extension lights up.

Touch the n sensor until the indicator lamp goes out.

Switching off and residual heat indicators

To switch off a cooking zone

Touch the sensor of the required cooking zone twice.

A 0 flashes in the cooking zone display for a few seconds. If the cooking zone is still hot, the residual heat indicator will then appear in the display.

To switch off the cooktop

Touch the s sensor.

This switches off all cooking zones. The residual heat indicator will appear in the display of any cooking zone which is still hot.

Residual heat indicator

The lines of the residual heat indicator go out one after another as the cooking zones cool down. The last horizontal line only goes out when the cooking zone is safe to touch.

Do not touch or place any heat-sensitive objects on the cooking zones while the residual heat indicators are on. Danger of fire!

Use

After a circuit break-off, all residual heat indicators will flash.

Pots and pans

The best pots and pans are those with a thick base which

–

is very slightly concave when cold. When heated, the base flattens to rest evenly on the cooktop, optimising the conduction of the heat.

Cold Hot

Pans made of glass, ceramic or stoneware are less

–

suitable, as they do not conduct the heat so well.

Pots and pans made of synthetic material or aluminium are

–

not suitable. These melt at high temperatures.

– Pots and pans made of copper or with a copper base are

not suitable for use on this cooktop.

– Pots and pans made of aluminium or with an aluminium

base can leave a metallic sheen on the cooktop. This can be removed with the Original Miele ceramic and stainless steel cooktop cleaner (see "Cleaning and care").

– Do not use pots and pans on the ceramic cooktop with

bases with pronounced edges or ridges, e.g. cast iron pans. These could scratch or scour the cooktop surface permanently.

–

Lift pans into position on the cooktop. Sliding them into place will cause scuffs and scratches.

–

Please note that the maximum diameter quoted by manufacturers often refers to the diameter of the top rim of the pot or pan. The diameter of the base (generally smaller) is more important.

Tips on saving energy

Check that the diameter of the pan base is wide enough

–

for the cooking zone so that heat is not lost unnecessarily.

Too small Suitable

Use a lid whenever possible to minimise heat loss.

–

Uncovered Covered

– Select a smaller pan when cooking small quantities. A

small pan on a small cooking zone uses less energy than a large, partially filled pan on a large cooking zone.

– Cook with as little water as possible.

– Reduce the power setting once the water has come to the

boil or the oil is hot enough to fry in.

–

When cooking for a long time, switch the cooking zone off about 5 to 10 minutes before the end of the cooking time. In this way, use is made of the residual heat.

–

Cooking times can be significantly reduced with a pressure cooker.

Timer

The cooking zone has to be switched on if you wish to use the timer.

The timer can be used for two different functions:

To set the minute minder

–

To set a cooking zone to switch off automatically.

–

A duration of between 1 minute (01)and9(9^) hours can be set.

A minute minder time of up to 99 minutes will be shown in the display. For example:

With a minute minder time of more than 99 minutes, the timer has to be set to hours (h). The time is set in half-hour steps. The half hour is indicated by a dot after the number. For example (2 hours 30 min):

When the set time has elapsed, "00" will appear in the timer display for a few seconds. An audible tone will sound at the same time. To turn the audible tone off before it has finished, touch the "m" sensor.

Minute minder

Setting the minute minder

Minutes

Example: You want to set the minute minder to 15 minutes.

Switch the cooktop on.

Touch the "m" sensor.

"00" appears in the display, "0" flashes on the right.

First the tens digit is set then the units digit.

^ Touch a number on the selection scale to set the tens digit

(here: 1).

The timer display changes, "1" flashes on the right.

Timer

Touch a number on the selection scale to set the units digit (here: 5).

The timer display changes, 1 moves to the left and "5" appears on the right.

The minute minder starts to count down.

Timer

Hours

Touch the required number on the selection scale to set the hours. Half hours can be selected by touching the area between two numbers. Example: You want to set the timer to 2 hours 30 minutes.

Switch the cooktop on.

Touch the "m" sensor.

"00" appears in the display, "0" flashes on the right.

^ Touch the h sensor to set the display to hours.

^ Touch the area between two and three and wait until the

timer display lights up continuously. The minute minder starts to count down.

Change

Delete

Touch the "m" sensor.

Set a new minute minder time as described above.

Touch the "m" sensor.

"00" appears in the display.

Timer

To switch a cooking zone off automatically

You can set a time after which the cooking zone will switch off automatically. All cooking zones can be programmed for the same time.

If the time programmed is longer than the maximum operational time allowed, the cooking zone will switch off after the maximum time allowed (see relevant section).

Select a power setting for the zone you require.

Touch the "m" sensor until the indicator light for the zone

you require flashes.

If more than one cooking zone is switched on, the indicator lights will light up clockwise beginning with the front left zone.

^ Select the time you require.

The time then counts down in minutes. The time remaining can be seen in the display and can be changed anytime.

If you want to set another cooking zone to switch off automatically, follow the same steps as described above.

If more than one switch-off time is programmed, the shortest time remaining will appear in the display, and the indicator light for that particular cooking zone will flash. All the other indicator lights will light up constantly. If you want to check on the remaining time, touch the "m" sensor until the indicator light for the zone you require flashes.

To use both timer functions at the same time

The minute minder and automatic switch-off functions can be used at the same time.

If you have programmed in one or more switch-off times, and would like to use the minute minder as well: Touch the "m" sensor repeatedly until the indicator lights for the cooking zones selected light up continuously and "00" appears in the timer display.

If you are using the minute minder, and would like to programme in one or more switch-off times as well: Touch the "m" sensor repeatedly until the indicator light flashes for the cooking zone required.

Shortly after the last entry, the timer display switches to the function with the shortest remaining time. If you want to check on the remaining time, touch the "m" sensor repeatedly until

- the indicator light for the zone you require flashes. (Automatic switch-off).

- only the timer display flashes (minute minder).

Starting with the shortest remaining time which is showing in the display, all cooking zones that are in use and the minute minder are selected clockwise.

Timer

Safety features

Safety lock/System lock

Keep children away from the cooktop for their own safety. Your appliance is equipped with a safety lock to prevent the cooktop and the cooking zones being switched on or any settings being altered.

The safety lock is activated when the cooktop is switched on. If the safety lock is activated:

The settings for the cooking zones and the timer settings

–

cannot be changed.

The cooking zones and cooktop can be switched off, but

–

once switched off cannot be switched on again.

The system lock is activated when the cooktop is switched off. If the system lock is activated, the cooktop cannot be switched on and the timer cannot be used.

The cooktop is programmed in such a way that the system lock has to be operated manually. The settings can be changed so that the system lock is activated automatically five minutes after the cooktop has been switched off, providing it is not activated manually (see "Programming").

If any of the other sensors is touched while the safety lock is active, the indicator lamp lights up.

The safety lock and the system lock will be deactivated in case of a power cut.

To activate the safety/system lock

Touch the $ sensor until the indicator lamp goes out.

The indicator lamp will go out after a short while.

You can alter the setting from one-finger to three-finger operation (see "Programming") to make it harder for children to operate the appliance.

To deactivate the safety/system lock

Touch the $ sensor until the indicator lamp goes out.

Stop and Go

Activating

Safety features

Your appliance has a Stop and Go feature which, when activated, reduces the power of all cooking zones in use to power level 1. When Stop and Go is activated, the cooking zone power levels and the setting of the timer cannot be altered and the cooktop can only be switched off.

When Stop and Go is deactivated, the cooking zones resume at the power level which was last set. If Stop and Go is not deactivated, the cooktop switches off after 1 hour.

When Stop and Go is activated

- the countdown of a time programmed in for automatic

switch-off will be interrupted. When deactivated, the time will continue to run.

- the minute minder will continue without interruption.

^ Touch the  sensor.

The power of the cooking zones in use will be reduced to power level 1.

Deactivating

Touch the  sensor.

The cooking zones will now run at the level that was previously set.

Safety features

Safety switch-off

Safety switch-off with an over-long cooking time

If one of the cooking zones is heated for an unusually long period of time (see chart), and the power settings are not altered, the cooktop will switch itself off automatically and the corresponding residual heat indicator will appear.

To use the cooking zone again, switch it back on in the usual way.

Power setting* Maximum operating time in hours

1/1. 10

2/2. 5

3/3. 5

4/4. 4

5/5. 3

6/6. 2

7/7. 2

8/8. 2

* The continued cooking settings with a dot after the number

are only available if the power setting has been extended (see "Programming").

Safety switch-off if the sensors are covered

Your cooktop will switch off automatically if one or several of the sensors remain covered for longer than 10 seconds, for example, by finger contact, food boiling over or by an object such as an oven glove or tea towel. F will flash in all displays. An audible tone will sound every 30 seconds (for a maximum of ten minutes).

Clean the control area or remove the obstruction.

This will turn off the tone and the F will go out. You can operate the appliance again.

Overheating protection

Each zone is equipped with overheating protection (internal temperature limiter). This switches off the heating element automatically before the ceramic surface overheats.

You can tell that the overheating protection has activated because the heating switches on and off even when the highest setting is selected.

Once the ceramic surface has cooled down to a safe level, the heating will automatically switch back on again.

Overheating can be caused by:

a cooking zone being switched on without a pan on it

–

heating up an empty pan

–

– the base of a pan not sitting evenly on the cooking zone

– the pan is not conducting heat properly.

Safety features

Cleaning and care

appliance. The steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

The appliance should be cleaned regularly, preferably after each use. Allow it to cool down to room temperature before cleaning. To avoid water marks and limescale deposits, use a soft cloth to dry surfaces that have been cleaned with water.

To avoid damaging the outer surfaces of your appliance, do not use:

Washing-up liquid,

–

– cleaning agents containing soda, alkalines, ammonia,

acids or chlorides,

– cleaning agents containing descaling agents,

– stain or rust removers,

– abrasive cleaning agents, e.g. powder cleaners and cream

cleaners,

Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this

– solvent-based cleaning agents,

– dishwasher cleaner,

–

grill and oven cleaners,

–

glass cleaning agents,

–

hard, abrasive brushes or sponges, e.g. pot scourers, brushes or sponges which have been previously used with abrasive cleaning agents,

–

dirt erasers,

–

sharp, pointed objects which could damage the seal between the ceramic surface and the surrounding frame, and between the frame and the worktop.

Cleaning and care

Do not use washing-up liquid to clean the appliance. Using washing-up liquid will not remove all soiling and an invisible film will be left behind which will result in a permanent discolouration of the ceramic surface. Clean the cooktop regularly with a special ceramic cleaning agent.

Wipe all coarse soiling off using a damp cloth. Stubborn soiling may need to be removed with a shielded scraper blade.

Then clean the cooktop with the Original Miele ceramic and stainless steel cooktop cleaner (see "Optional accessories"), applied with kitchen paper or a clean cloth. Do not apply cleaner whilst the cooktop is still hot, as this could result in marking. Please follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Finally, wipe the cooktop with a damp cloth, then polish with a soft, dry cloth. Ensure that all cleaner residues are removed. Residues can burn onto the appliance the next time it is used, and cause damage to the ceramic surface.

Spots caused by limescale, water and aluminium residues (spots with a metallic appearance) can be removed using the Original Miele ceramic and stainless steel cooktop cleaner.

Should any sugar, plastic or aluminium foil spill or fall onto a hot cooking zone while it is in use, first switch off the appliance. Then carefully scrape off all the sugar, plastic or aluminium residues from the cooking zone whilst it is still hot, using a shielded scraper blade. Take care not to burn yourself. Allow the appliance to cool down, and then clean as described above.

Programming

You can change the default settings of the programme options (see chart). Several settings can be altered in succession.

After calling up the programming, P (programme) and S (status) appear in the Timer display; in all cooktops with three cooking zones another lamp will come on in the rear left display.

The programme is displayed in the front left and rear left cooking zone displays. Example: Programme 03 = front left 0, rear left 3 Programme 14 = front left 1, rear left 4

The status is displayed in the front left cooking zone display.

Calling up programming

^ While the cooktop is switched off, touch the the sensor

switches s and $ at the same time until the indicator light for the safety lock flashes.

To set the programme:

^ To set the units digit, touch the sensor for the rear left

cooking zone and then the appropriate number on the selection scale.

^ To set the tens digit, touch the sensor for the front left

cooking zone and then the appropriate number on the selection scale.

To set the status

Touch the sensor of the front right cooking zone and then the appropriate number on the selection scale.

How to store the settings

Touch the s sensor until the displays go out.

How to not store the settings

Touch the $ sensor until the displays go out.

Programme* Status** Setting

Programming

P00Demonstration mode and

factory default settings

P02Power setting range S0 9 power settings

P04Keypad tone when a

sensor is touched

P05Audible tone for the Timer S 0 Off

S 0 Demonstration mode on

("dE" appears in the Timer display for a few seconds after switching on the cooking zone)

S1 Demonstration mode off

S 9 Factory default settings reinstated

(1, 2, 3 ... to 9)

S 1 17 power settings

(1, 1., 2, 2., 3 ... to 9) If the Auto heat-up setting is selected, an A will flash alternately with the continued cooking setting in the display.

S 0 Off

S 1 Quiet

S2 Medium

S 3 Loud

S 1 Quiet audible tone on for 10

seconds

S2 Medium audible tone on for 10

seconds

S 3 Loud audible tone on for 10

seconds

P06Safety lock S0 One-finger locking using $

S 1 Three-finger locking using $ and

the sensor buttons on the two right-hand cooking zones

* Programmes/Status not shown here have no allocation.

** The factory default settings are shown in bold.

Programming

Programme* Status** Setting

P07System lock S0 Activating the system lock

manually only

S 1 Activating the system lock

automatically and manually

P08Auto heat-up S 0 Off

S1 On

P11The second outer circle

of the front left cooking zone

P12The second outer circle

of the front right cooking zone

P13The second outer circle

of the rear right cooking zone

P14The second outer circle

of the rear middle cooking zone

P16Sensor switch reaction

speed

* Programmes not shown here have no allocation.

** The factory default settings are shown in bold.

S0 doesn't switch on

S 1 always switches on

S0 doesn't switch on

S 1 always switches on

S0 doesn't switch on

S 1 always switches on

S0 doesn't switch on

S 1 always switches on

S 0 Slow

S1 Normal

S 2 Rapid

Problem solving guide

With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily corrected without contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because you won't need to book a Service technician.

The following information may help you to find the reason for a fault, and to correct it. Please note:

Installation work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried

out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Ensure that current is not supplied to the appliance until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out.

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The cooktop or cooking zones cannot be switched on

The system lock has been activated.

The fuse is defective or has tripped.

There may be a technical fault.

You need to deactivate the system lock (see "Safety lock").

Reset or replace the fuse.

Disconnect the appliance from the mains connection for approx. 1 minute:

–

switch off at the wall socket, or switch off at the isolator, or

–

disconnect the mains fuse.

Reset the trip switch in the mains fuse box, and switch the appliance back on. If it still will not switch on, contact a qualified electrician or Miele.

Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

After switching on the cooking zone "dE" appears in the Timer display for several seconds. The cooking zones don't heat up.

The appliance switches off during operation.

The cooking zone heating switches on and off.

The appliance is in demo-mode.

A cooking zone might have been operated for too long.

Power setting 1 to 8: This is not a fault.

Power setting 9: Fault the overheating protection mechanism has been activated.

You need to deactivate the demo-mode (see "Programming").

This doesn't indicate a fault. You can continue operation (see "Safety switch-off").

This doesn't indicate a fault. The "timing" of the element is normal. It is caused by the electronic temperature control (see "How the cooking zones work").

This switches off the heating element automatically before the ceramic surface overheats. Once the ceramic surface has cooled down to a safe level, the heating will automatically switch back on again.

Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The appliance switches off during operation and F appears in the timer display and an audible tone sounds.

The food in the pan hardly heats up or does not heat up at all when the Auto heat-up function is switched on.

One or several residual heat indicators flash.

One or several of the sensors are covered, for example, by finger contact, food boiling over or by an object such as an oven glove or tea towel.

There is too much food in the pan.

The pan is not conducting heat properly.

There was an interruption to the power supply during operation, and the cooktop has switched itself off.

The residual heat indicators lit up when you called up the programming.

Clean the control area or remove the obstruction (see "Safety switch-off").

Start cooking at the highest setting, then turn the heat down manually.

This doesn't indicate a fault. You can continue operation. Check the food's level of doneness and whether it was affected by the power cut before continuing operation on the cooking zone.

This doesn't indicate a fault. The indicator lights will continue flashing until the maximum residual heat has elapsed or the cooking zone is switched on.

It is taking too long for the contents of the pan to come to the boil.

You can test the power setting of the cooking zone (see "To test the power setting").

Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The sensor switches show increased sensitivity or fail to react.

FE alternating with a number flash in the Timer display.

The sensitivity level of the sensor switches has changed.

There has been a fault in the electronics.

Make sure that there is no direct light (from the sun or from an artificial source) falling onto the cooktop. The area surrounding the cooktop, however, must not be too dark.

Make sure the cooktop or the sensor switches aren't covered. Take any pans off the cooktop and wipe away any food deposits.

Interrupt the power supply to the cooktop for approx. 1 minute.

If this does not solve the problem, please call Miele.

Interrupt the power supply to the cooktop for approx. 1 minute.

If the problem persists after reconnecting the appliance to the power supply, please contact Miele.

To test the power setting

You can test the power setting of a cooking zone by measuring how long it takes to bring a specific amount of water to the boil.

The pan (and lid) must be stainless steel or enamel. The diameter of the pan must match the cooking zone, and be flat-bottomed or slightly concave.

Take a note of the diameter and wattage of the cooking

zone to be tested (see "Cooking zones").

Fill the pan with the quantity of water given in the table. The

temperature of the water should be approx. 20 °C.

Place the pan with its lid on the cooking zone.

Switch on the cooking zone at the highest setting.

^ Note the time it takes for the water to boil.

The power setting for the cooking zone is fine if the water boils within the time given in the table.

The time can vary if:

- there are fluctuations in the mains electricity supply,

- very cold water is used,

- an unsuitable pan is used,

- the pan is not covered.

To test the power setting

Cooking zone

C in cm

10.0 600 0.5 11.0

12.0 700 / 750 1.0 13.0

12.0 1200** 1.0 11.0

14.5 1000 / 1100 1.0 9.0

14.5 1200 1.0 8.5

14.5 1500** 1.0 7.0

17.0 1500 1.5 9.5

18.0 1700 / 1800 1.5 9.0

21.0 2000 2.0 10.5

21.0 2200 / 2300 2.0 9.5

21.0 2900** 2.0 8.0

23.0 2500 2.0 9.0

23.0 3200** 2.0 7.5

27.0 2700 3.0 13.0

27.0 3200 3.0 12.0

Rating in watts for

230 V

Quantity of water

in litres

Duration*

in minutes

27.0 3400** 3.0 11,5

* Max. duration under unfavourable conditions

** ExtraSpeed cooking zone

Optional accessories

Miele offers a range of useful accessories, as well as cleaning and conditioning products for your appliance.

These can be ordered via the internet at www.miele-shop.com.

These products can also be obtained from Miele (see back cover for contact details) or from your Miele Chartered Agent.

Cleaning products

Original Miele ceramic and stainless steel cooktop cleaner 250 ml

Removes heavy soiling, limescale deposits and aluminium residues.

Original Miele all purpose microfibre cloth

Removes finger marks and light soiling.

Safety instructions for installation

After installing the cooktop, ensure All electrical work should be undertaken by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations.

To avoid damaging the surface, it must only be installed after the wall units and the rangehood have been fitted.

The veneer or laminate coatings of

worktops (or adjacent kitchen units) must be treated with 100 °C heat-resistant adhesive which will not dissolve or distort. Any backmoulds must be of heat-resistant material.

This cooktop must not be installed

and operated in mobile installations (e.g. on a ship).

that the connection cable cannot come into contact with the underside of the appliance. Make sure that there is no mechanical obstruction, such as a drawer, which could damage it.

Observe carefully the safety

distances given on the following pages.

All dimensions in this instruction booklet are given in mm.

The cooktop may not be built in over

a fridge, fridge-freezer, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine or tumble dryer.

Safety clearances

Safety distance to the undershelf

It is not necessary to install an undershelf underneath the cooktop.

If you do, however, install an undershelf, you have to ensure a safety distance between the upper edge of the worktop and the upper edge of the undershelf of at least 110 mm.

Make sure an air gap of at least 10 mm is set between the back edge of the undershelf and the back wall of the cupboard for the connection cable. If the cooktop has an external mains connection box, the gap has to be at least 30 mm.

Safety distance above the appliance

A minimum safety distance must be maintained between the appliance and the rangehood above it. See the rangehood manufacturer's operating and installation instructions for details. If the manufacturer's instructions are not available for the rangehood, a minimum safety distance of at least 760 mm must be maintained.

For any flammable objects, e.g. utensil rails, wall units etc., a minimum distance of at least 760 mm must be maintained between them and the appliance below.

When two or more appliances are installed together below a rangehood, e.g. a gas wok and a ceramic cooktop, which have different safety distances given in the installation instructions, you should select the greater distance of the two.

Safety clearances

Safety distances to the sides and back of the cooktop

Ideally the cooktop should be installed with plenty of space on either side. There may be a wall at the rear or a tall unit or wall on one side (right or left). On the other side, however, no unit or divider should stand higher than the cooktop (see illustrations).

Before installing the appliance, check that the below clearance requirements are met.

a The horizontal distance from the

back edge of the cooktop to a vertical surface shall be 50 mm mimimum.

Not allowed

b The horizontal distance from the

right edge of the cooktop to a vertical surface shall be 50 mm mimimum.

c The horizontal distance from the left

edge of the cooktop to a vertical

surface shall be 50 mm mimimum.

Recommended

Not recommended

Notes on installation

Cooktops with frames and bevelled edges

Seal between the cooktop and the worktop

The sealing strip under the edge of the top part of the appliance provides a sufficient seal for the worktop.

Do not use any additional sealant (e.g. silicone) between the appliance and the worktop. This could cause difficulties if the appliance ever needs to be taken out for servicing and possibly result in damage to the cooktop or the worktop.

Tiled worktop

Grout lines a and the hatched area underneath the cooktop frame must be smooth and even. If they are not, the cooktop will not sit flush with the worktop and the sealing strip underneath the cooktop will not provide a good seal between the cooktop and the worktop.

Tiled worktops must be a minimum of 5 mm thick to ensure the surface temperatures of the combustible surfaces underneath the tiles do not exceed 50 K above ambient.

Building-in dimensions

a Spring clamps

b Building-in height

c Building-in height cable outlet

d Mains connection box with mains connection cable, L = 1,440 mm

e Cable loom, L = 1,550 mm

f Front

Attach the spring clamps and the support brackets (only for cooktops with bevelled edges) as applicable.

Cooktops with bevelled edges: These cooktops have a sealing strip underneath them to keep the cooktop securely in position. Any gap between the frame and worktop will reduce with time.

Make the worktop cut-out for one or

more appliances as applicable. Remember to maintain a minimum safety distance (see "Safety instructions for installation").

Installation

Wooden worktops

Seal the cut surfaces of wooden

worktops with a suitable heat-resistant sealant to avoid swelling caused by moisture.

Make sure these materials do not get in contact with the surface of the worktop.

Position the spring clamps supplied and support brackets (only for cooktops with bevelled edges) on the top edge of the cut-out in the positions marked.

Fasten the spring clamps a and the support brackets b with the provided wood screws 3.5 x 25 mm.

Installation

Granite and marble worktops

Use a strong double-sided tape and silicone for the installation (not supplied).

^ Coat the side edges and the lower

edges of the spring clamps and the support brackets with silicone.

Fasten the spring clamps and the support brackets (only for cooktops with bevelled edges) with the double-sided tape c.

The upper edge of the spring clamps and the support brackets have to sit flush with the cut-out.

Installation

Installing the cooktop

Feed the cooktop connection cable

down through the cut-out.

Position the cooktop loosely onto the

spring clamps.

Using both hands, press down

evenly on the sides of the appliance until it clicks into position. When doing this, make sure that the seal of the appliance sits flush with the worktop on all sides. Do not use any additional sealant (e.g. silicone).

If, during installation, you find that the seals on the corners are not flush with the worktop, the corner radius

ß R4 can be carefully scribed to suit.

^ Connect the cooktop to the mains.

^ Check that the cooktop works.

Removing the cooktop

If the cooktop is accessible from below, push it out from underneath.

In stubborn cases, or if the cooktop is not accessible from below, use a cooktop lever (available from Miele) to lift up the cooktop. To prevent damage to the worktop, position a cloth or similar under the cooktop lever. Warning: Do not use a screwdriver to lift up the cooktop as this will damage the appliance.

Installation

External mains connection box

The mains connection box can be installed

loosely in the base unit under the

–

cooktop.

on a side wall of the base unit.

–

– on a wall behind the base unit.

– in an adjacent unit.

A safety distance of at least 150 mm must be maintained between the mains connection box and the cooktop as well as other heat sources (e.g. oven etc.).

The mains connection box must not be installed between a cooktop and an undershelf.

All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person, in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations.

Electrical connection

Connection should be made via a suitable isolator which complies with national and local safety regulations, and the On/Off switch should be easily accessible after the appliance has been built in.

Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

A damaged cable must be replaced by a suitably qualified electrician with a special connection cable of type H 05 VV-F, available from Miele.

Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after installation or repair work has been carried out.

The appliance must only be operated when built-in. This is to ensure that all electrical parts are shielded. Live parts must not be exposed.

Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.

If the switch is not accessible after installation (depending on country) an additional means of disconnection must be provided for all poles.

For extra safety it is advisable to protect the appliance with a residual current device (RCD). Please contact a qualified electrician for advice.

When switched off there must be an all-pole contact gap of at least 3 mm in the isolator switch (including switch, fuses and relays).

The appliance is supplied for connection to a 230-240 V, 50 Hz supply with a 3-core cable.

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green/yellow = earth

Blue = neutral

Brown = live

(+ black and grey, 5 wire only)

Please make sure that the connection data quoted on the data plate matches the household mains supply.

WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

Electrical connection

The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system, which complies with current local and national safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested and, where there is any doubt, the electrical wiring in the home should be inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system such as an electric shock.

The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage which is the direct or indirect result of incorrect installation or connection.

Wiring diagram

N.B. This appliance is supplied single phase only in the U.K. / AUS / NZ

After sales service, data plate, warranty

In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact:

Miele (see back cover for contact details).

–

When contacting Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. These are given on the data plate.

Space in which to stick the extra data plate supplied with the appliance. Ensure that the model number is the same as the one on the front of these instructions.

Warranty

The manufacturer's warranty for this appliance is two years.

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