Operating instructions Gas hob KM 417
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1. Safety cut out This appliance is fitted with an electric ignition safety device which cuts off the supply of gas to a burner if the flame goes out for example if food has boiled over or if there was a sudden draught m To use the hob again turn the knob clockwise until the e position is reached and switch on as normal The safety cut out operates independently from the electricity supply This means that it is still active when the hob is used during a power cut see Use during a power cut Using the gas hob Use during a power cut If there is an interruption to the electricity supply the gas can be ignited with a match m Press in the relevant control knob and turn it anti clockwise to the large gas symbol m Hold the control pressed in and light the gas at the burner with a match m Keep the control knob pressed in for a further 8 10 seconds and then release it Cleaning and care General notes Clean the appliance regularly preferably after each use Allow the appliance to cool down to a safe temperature before cleaning Do not use a steam cleaner to clean this appliance The steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit Pressurised steam could also cause permanent damage to the surface and to other components for which the manufacturer cannot accept liability Do not use any sharp objects which could damage the seal between the ceramic surface and the surround2. Miele Operating instructions To avoid the risk of accidents or uS CNZ damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time M Nr 05 725 340 Contents Description of the appliance 0 0 00 ee 3 Warning and Safety instructions 0 0 00 4 Caring for the environment ccoo 10 Before using for the first time 0 00 0002020002 e eee 11 Generalinotes viana beeen tr dana ade 11 Cleaning and heating up for the first time 2 0 ooo momoo 12 Using the gas hob 0 eee 13 Switching on Switching off Controls 2 0 eee 13 FANS Acca a oct woes ea o as at Ree Et ae Gees Bee hata es Ee eae 14 Sale CUIQUE Laa o Seti ae ele tig der ais 15 Ues dumna aA DOWER CUR cy Sasi Leif asin a ee eon nce ek eae 15 Cleaning and care 0 00 0 16 General motes Mert tt OE ei ne Lt ed NRE tet a 16 Ran supports Controls cs a Sena teh Dra tug soe OL As fag o a ky 17 Ceramic SURCO tats mae A E A tA naa da gt e a Mk ts on nts dt ae 17 BUT Suit die bh eee RE EET FEE eo ee eS 18 Problem solving guide 0 0 ee 20 Gas Connection cca es eee ee idee bad eens bisa wee ad 21 Electrical connection ooo 22 After sales Service 0 rra id dt ie ed bee 23 Data plate a di dia Goa ok dora alae de Ath awe 23 Description of the appliance Pan support Control knobs
3. parts of the hob The manufacturer cannot be held liable for this type of damage Do not store any inflammable objects near the gas hob Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children The appliance is only intended for use by adults who have read these operating instructions Keep children well away They will not understand the potential danger of touching the appliance It is therefore important to supervise children at all times Older children may use the appliance only when its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely recognising the dangers of misuse This appliance is not a toy To avoid the risk of injury do not allow children to play with the appliance or its controls Supervise its use by the elderly or infirm 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 until it has cooled down 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 Keep all pans out of reach of children Turn pan handles inwards away from the edge of the hob Danger of burning or scalding Special hob guards are available from good retail outlets Packaging e g cling film polystyrene and plastic wrappi
4. Burner cap Front left 3 Burner head Back left Ignition safety device 40 Back right Ignitor 49 Front right Burner base Depending on country of destination the appliance may be supplied with or without a plug The plug shown is for illustration only Mains connection cable Warning and Safety instructions This appliance complies with all relevant legal safety requirements Improper use of the appliance can however present a risk of both personal injury and material damage Before installing and using the appliance for the first time read the operating and installation instructions carefully They give information on safety on the Operation and care of the appliance This way you will avoid the risk of accident and damage to the appliance Do not let children access the appliance or its controls Supervise its use by the elderly or infirm Keep these instructions in a safe place for reference and pass them on to any future user Building in and connection The connection to the gas supply must be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with local and national safety regulations e g a registered gas fitter If the appliance is supplied without a plug or if the plug is removed the appliance must additionally be installed and connected by a suitably qualified and competent electrician in strict accordance with national and local regulations The manufacturer ca
5. ce does not come into contact with the hot appliance The insulation on the cable could become damaged giving rise to an electric shock hazard Always ensure that food is sufficiently cooked or reheated Many factors will affect the overall cooking time including the size and amount of food and its temperature Some foods e g poultry may contain micro organisms which are only destroyed by thorough cooking at a sufficiently high temperature for long enough If in doubt select a longer cooking or reheating time Do not use plastic or aluminium foil containers These melt at high temperatures and could catch fire Spray canisters aerosols and other inflammable substances must not be stored in a drawer under the hob Cutlery inserts must be heat resistant If the appliance has not been used for a longer period of time it should be thoroughly cleaned before it is used again It is also advisable to have the appliance tested for safety This should be done at regular intervals The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions 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 can normally be recycled Ensure that any plastic wrappings bags etc are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young ch
6. e preparation of meals only Any other usage is at the owner s risk and could be dangerous The manufacturer can not be held liable for damage caused by improper use or misuse of the appliance 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 Using the gas hob will cause a build up of heat and moisture in the room in which it is installed Ensure that the room has sufficient natural or mechanical means of ventilation e g an extractor If the hob 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 extractor on the highest setting This appliance must not be set up or operated in the open air Make sure all the components of the gas burners have been correctly assembled before switching on When using a cooker hood over the gas hob ensure that any burners in use are always covered with a pan Otherwise flames could be drawn up by the suction of the cooker hood parts of which could then be damaged or even set on fire Pans must be the correct size for the burner they are used on see Pans A pan which is too small will be unstable on the pan support If the pan diameter is too large flames can spread out to the sides and damage or burn the worktop wall claddings or surrounding units and also
7. ilar as the ends could touch the flames and catch fire Take care not to let pot holders or gloves get damp or wet as this causes heat to transfer through the material quicker with the risk of burning yourself Do not heat up unopened tins of food on the hob as pressure will build up in the tin and it can explode This could result in injury or damage Do not use the hob as a resting place for anything else The article could melt or catch fire if residual heat is still present or if the appliance is switched on by mistake Do not cover the appliance e g with a cloth kitchen foil etc This could be a fire hazard if the appliance is switched on by mistake Warning and Safety instructions Remove splashes of fat and other Do not flamb under a cooker food debris from the surface as hood The flames could set the soon as possible These are a fire cooker hood on fire hazard Ensure that the flames from the Never leave the appliance burner do not spread out beyond unattended when cooking with oil the base and up the sides of the pan or fat as these are fire hazards if overheated Very hot oil can catch fire and could even set a cooker hood above on fire Always heat fat slowly watching as it heats Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation If despite this oil or fat does catch fire do not attempt to put out the flames with water Use a suitable fire extinguisher or fire blan
8. ildren Danger of suffocation Rather than just throwing these materials away please ensure that they are recycled Disposal of your old appliance Old appliances contain materials which can be reclaimed or recycled Please contact your dealer your local waste collection centre or scrap merchant about available recycling schemes Ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal Before discarding an old appliance switch off and disconnect it from the power supply Cut off and render any plug useless Cut off the cable directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse This should be done by a competent person Before using for the first time General notes A data plate for your appliance is supplied with this documentation lt should be stuck into the space provided at the end of the instruction book The address of the nearest Ser vice Department is given on the back page Before using for the first time Cleaning and heating up for Metal components have a protective the first time coating which may give off a slight pas smell when the hob is heated up for the Before using for the first time clean the first time The smell and any vapours hob and all removable parts as follows will dissipate after a short time and do m The removable parts of the gas not indicate a faulty connection or burner assembly can be washed ina appliance mild solution of water and washing up liquid W
9. ing frame and between the frame and the worktop Do not use any of the following on your hob as they can damage the surface cleaning agents containing sand soda alkalines acids or chlorides grill and ovensprays dishwasher detergent stain or rust removers scouring agents or cream cleaners abrasive sponges and brushes Do not use washing up liquid to clean the ceramic surface as it can leave a blue sheen which may be difficult to remove The ceramic surface can be cleaned using a proprietary cleaning agent for ceramic surfaces Follow the manufacturer s instructions on the packaging Do not let the ignitor in the burner get wet If it gets wet it will not spark After cleaning dry thoroughly with a soft cloth to prevent a build up of limescale deposits Pan supports controls Remove the pan supports Clean the pan supports and the controls with a solution of hot water and a little washing up liquid applied with a soft sponge Soak stubborn soiling first to loosen it Finally wipe dry using a soft cloth Cleaning and care Ceramic surface Wipe all coarse soiling off using a damp cloth Stubborn soiling may need to be removed with a shielded scraper blade Then apply a few drops of a proprietary cleaning agent for ceramic surfaces using a soft cloth or kitchen paper towel This way any limescale deposits caused for example by water boiling over are removed Finally wipe the hob surface with a dam
10. ipe dry and reassemble in the correct order see Cleaning and care m Clean the ceramic surface with a damp cloth only and then wipe dry Do not use washing up liquid to clean the ceramic surface as it can leave a blue sheen which may be difficult to remove Switching on Switching off Controls The control knobs are used to switch on the burner and regulate the strength of the flame e the gas supply is turned off strong flame i weak flame Switching on m The control knob for the burner required must be pressed in and turned anti clockwise to the large flame symbol to switch on m When the flame ignites keep the control pressed in for 8 10 seconds and then let it go Ifthe flame goes out repeat the procedure keeping the control knob pressed in for a few extra seconds Using the gas hob m With the knob no longer pressed in you can continue turning it towards the small flame symbol Control the flame so that it does not spread out beyond the sides of the pan As the outer part of the flame is much hotter than the centre the tips of the flames should stay beneath the pan base Flame tips which extend beyond the sides of the pan merely warm up the air in the room and can also damage pan handles and increase the danger of burning Switching off m Turn the knob clockwise until the e position is reached This stops the flow of gas and the flame goes out Remember Turn a
11. ket saucepan lid damp towel or similar to smother the flames Warning and Safety instructions Appliance faults In the event of damage or a defect switch off the appliance immedi ately Turn off the gas supply tap and disconnect completely from the electricity supply If the appliance has not yet been fully installed the electricity cable must be disconnected from the supply point If connected via a plug and socket switch off at the socket and withdraw the plug Contact the Service Department Do not reconnect the appliance to the mains electricity supply until after it has been repaired If there is any damage to the ceramic surface the appliance must be disconnected from the mains electricity and gas supplies immediate ly and not used until it has been repaired Danger of electric shock Repairs to the gas and electrical components of this appliance must only be carried out by a suitably qualified person Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be very dangerous and could damage the appliance The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work Never open the housing of the appliance While the appliance is under guarantee repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated Further safety notes When using an electric socket near the appliance care should be taken that the cable of the electrical applian
12. ngs must be kept out of the reach of babies and young children Danger of suffocation Dispose of all packaging safely as soon as possible Warning and Safety instructions Protecting the appliance from damage Do not drop anything on the ceramic surface of the hob Even a light object could cause damage in certain circumstances Unless the pan manufacturer states that you can do so you should never use pans with thin bases on this hob and you should never heat up an empty pan Otherwise the hob could get damaged Do not use a steam cleaner to clean this appliance The steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit Pressurised steam could also cause permanent damage to the surface and to other components for which the manufacturer cannot accept liability In countries 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 which might be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the appliance guarantee Protection from burning The appliance gets hot when in use and remains hot for quite a while after being switched off Do not touch it whilst it is still hot Use heat resistant pot holders or gloves when handling hot pots and pans Ensure that the pot holders do not come into contact with the flames Do not use large cloths tea towels or sim
13. nnot be held liable for damage caused by incorrect installation or connection 4 The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between the appliance and an effective earthing system It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be tested and where there is any doubt the electrical system of the house should be checked out by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage such as electric shock caused by the lack or inadequacy of an effective earthing system Ensure that the gas pipe and electrical cable are installed in such a way that they do not touch any parts of the appliance which become hot This could cause damage Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as caravans aircraft etc However it may be suitable for such usage subject to a risk assessment of the installation being carried out by a suitably qualified engineer Warning and Safety instructions Correct usage For safety reasons the appliance must only be operated after it has been built in This is necessary to ensure that all electric components are shielded This appliance is for domestic use only and is not intended for commercial use Use this appliance for th
14. nti clockwise to switch on turn clockwise to switch off The control knob cannot be turned anti clockwise from the small flame symbol to the e position Using the gas hob Pans Any heat resistant pans can be used on a gas burner Remember when purchasing new Burners Min pan base pans that manufacturers usually refer diameter in cm to the diameter at the top of the pan small 12 in their documentation large 14 Refer to the chart above and ensure that the pan diameter falls within the Max diameter at minimum and maximum diameters top of pan in cm given for the burner you are using A pan which is too small will be ame En unstable on the pan support If the large 24 pan diameter is too large flames can spread out to the sides and damage Select pans which are suitable for or burn the worktop wall claddings the burner they are to be used on In or surrounding units and also parts of general use larger diameter pans on the hob The manufacturer cannot be the large burner and smaller held liable for this tyoe of damage diameter pans on the small burner Use a pan lid whenever possible to Wide shallow pans are preferable to minimise heat loss tall narrow ones They will heat up faster Pans with thick bases are preferable as these distribute heat more evenly With thin bases there is a danger of food overheating in places Stir the food frequently
15. p cloth and then dry it with a clean soft cloth Note that some cleaning agents contain a protective additive designed to prevent water marks and smears adhering to the surface Cleaning and care The surface of the burner cover will gradually become more matt with time This is quite normal and will not affect the operation of the hob m Wipe the fixed parts of the burner base with a damp cloth and dry afterwards m Gently wipe the ignitor and the ignition safety device with a well wrung out cloth and wipe dry with a clean cloth Burners The burners can be dismantled for cleaning once they have cooled down Proceed as follows m Take off all the removable parts of the burner and wash in a solution of hot water and washing up liquid Then dry them all thoroughly Make sure that the flame holes are clean and completely dry Cleaning and care Re assemble the burner as follows see illustration m Make sure that all the locating tabs and notches line up exactly Place the burner head on to the burner base so that the ignitor and the ignition safety control extend through their respective holes in the burner head The burner head must click into place correctly m Replace the burner cap ensuring that the locating tabs fit into the notches in the burner head Important replace parts in the correct order after cleaning 1 Do not mix up the top and bottom 2 The locating lugs must fit exac
16. pliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol 1 or coloured green or green and yellow The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter A or coloured red After sales service The address of the nearest Service Department is given on the back page The voltage and rated load are given on the data plate Please quote these data together with the model description and serial number when contacting the Ser vice Department 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 operating instructions 23 Miele Australia Pty Ltd A C N 005 635 398 Melbourne 1 Gilbert Park Drive Knoxfield VIC 3180 Telephone 03 9764 7100 Fax 03 9764 7129 Sydney 3 Skyline Place Frenchs Forest NSW 2086 Telephone 02 8977 4200 Fax 02 8977 4219 Brisbane 25 Lavarack Avenue Eagle Farm QLD 4009 Telephone 07 3632 2400 Fax 07 3632 2449 Adelaide 209 Richmond Road Richmond SA 5033 Telephone 08 8351 8500 Fax 08 8354 1717 Di
17. stributor Western Australia G B I Sales Pty Ltd 27 33 Cleaver Terrace Belmont WA 6104 Telephone 08 9478 0466 Fax 08 9478 0470 www miele com au Alteration rights reserved 2904 Distributor New Zealand Steelfort Engineering Company Ltd Laundry amp Dishwashing Equipment 500 Rangitikei Street Palmerston North NZ Telephone 06 350 1350 Fax 06 356 1507 Unit L 10 20 Sylvia Park Road Mt Wellington Auckland NZ Telephone 09 573 1269 Fax 09 573 1268 Biolab Scientific Ltd Laboratory amp Hospital Equipment 244 Bush Road Albany Auckland NZ Telephone 09 980 6700 Fax 09 980 6788 Miele amp Cie KG D 33325 G tersloh Germany M Nr 05 725 340 01 en AUS This paper consists of cellulose which has been bleached without the use of chorine
18. tly into the notches Problem solving guide Repairs to the gas and electrical components of this appliance must only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person to ensure safety Unauthorised repairs could be dangerous However some minor problems can be resolved as follows What to do if the burner does not ignite after several attempts Check whether the burner is correctly assembled the gas supply tap is turned on the burner is dry and clean the flame slits are clean and unblocked The mains fuse has blown If this is the case call an electrician or the Service Department The gas can be lit with a match See Use during a power cut 20 the gas flame goes out after being lit Check whether the burner cover is correctly assembled the ignitor on the burner does not spark Check whether food deposits have lodged themselves between the ignitor and the burner cover Carefully remove any soiling Do not let the ignitor get wet the flame suddenly looks different Check whether the burner is correctly assembled Connection to the gas supply or conversion from use of one type of gas to another should only be undertaken by an approved fitter who is responsible for the correct functioning of the appliance when installed Every appliance should have its own isolating valve Check with your local gas supplier about the type of gas and i
19. ts calorific value and compare this information with the type of gas quoted on the data plate The gas installation must be made in such a way that the isolating valve is visible and easily accessible The gas hob is normally suitable for connection to either natural or liquid gas Check suitability in your country with your dealer or agent Gas connection The hob is supplied ready for connection to natural gas Depending on country a set of jets for conversion to liquid gas is included with the hob Conversion to another type of gas is described in the separate Installation Instructions 21 Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out by a competent person in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations For extra safety it is advisable to install a residual current device RCD with a trip current of 30 mA Connection for each appliance should be made via a suitable isolator The data plate gives the necessary data for connection Voltage 230 240 V 50 Hz Rated load see data plate Plug rating 10A Test marks Gas safety Electrical safety C Tick Mark Electrically suppressed according to AS NZS 1044 WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED 22 Important The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green yellow earth Blue neutral Brown live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this ap
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