Miele KM 520
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1. dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work Ensure power is not appliance while ins being carried out supplied to the allation work is 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 After the appliance has been built in a check must be made that all electrical parts are shielded The voltage and connected load are given on the data plate Ensure that these match the household mains supply Connection should be made via a suitable isolator which complies with national and local safety regulations and which is easily accessible after the appliance has been built in For extra safety it is advisable to install a residual current device RCD with a trip current of 30 mA Test marks Electrical safety C Tick Mark Electrically suppressed according to AS NZS 1044 Important The appliance is supplied for connection to an a c single phase 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 WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between the appliance and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national regulations It is most important th2. Building in dimensions KM 520 Spring clamps 2 Building in depth 3 Building in depth for mains connection box Front 26 Installation Preparing the worktop m Make the worktop cut out following the dimensions applicable Remember to maintain a minimum safety distance from the back wall as well as from any tall unit or side wall to the right or left of the cooktop See Safety clearances m Seal the cut surfaces with a suitable heat resistant sealant to avoid swelling caused by moisture If during installation the corners of the frame are not flush with the worktop surface the corner radius lt R4 can be carefully scribed to fit 27 Installation Fixing the spring clamps Wooden Worktops Granite and marble worktops m Position the spring clamps and m A NE spel CAMES secure using double sided tape 6 supplied in the positions shown see Building in dimensions so that they are flush with the top edge of the cut out and secure with the 3 5 x 25 mm screws supplied m Apply silicone to the side edges and lower edge of the spring clamps The screws are not required for granite or marble worktops 28 Installation Installing the cooktop Wooden worktops m Feed the cooktop connection cable down through the cut out m Lightly position the cooktop on the spring clamps m Using both hands press down evenly on the sides of the cooktop until it click
3. ensure that new users are familiar with the content Pass them on to any future owner Correct application gt This appliance is intended for domestic use for the preparation of food only 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 of the appliance gt This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children D Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance gt 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 They must be aware of the potential dangers caused by incorrect operation gt 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 gt 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 burnin
4. on the cooktop Sliding them into place will cause scuffs and scratches Check that the diameter of the pan base is wide enough for the cooking zone so that heat is not lost unnecessarily 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 an ul Suitable x Z Too small Operation Tips on saving energy Use apan lid whenever possible to minimise heat loss 2 f PT a ar Uncovered Covered Select a smaller pan when cooking small quantities small pan on a small cooking zone uses less energy than a large partially filled pan on a large cooking zone Use as little water as possible to cook with and 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 Operation Overheating protection Each cooking zone is equipped with overheating protection An internal temperature limiter switches off the heating elements in the cooking zone before the ceramic surface overheats Once the ceramic has cooled down to a safe level the heating will automatically switch back on again 18 Overheating can be caused by switching on a cooking
5. replaced by a suitably qualified electrician with a specialist connection cable of type H 05 VV F pvc insulated available from the Miele Spare Parts Department gt 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 gt This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system gt Do not use the cooktop if it is faulty or if the ceramic surface is cracked chipped or damaged in any way Switch it off immediately and disconnect it from the mains electricity supply Danger of electric shock D 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 guarantee Correct use gt 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 gt 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 gt If oil or fat does catch fire do not attempt
6. zone without a pan on it heating up an empty pan the base of a pan not sitting evenly on the cooking Zone the pan not conducting the heat properly You can tell that the overheating protection has activated because the heating switches on and off even when the highest setting is selected Cleaning and care For Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products see Optional accessories Do not use a steam cleaner to clean this appliance The steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit Only use proprietary cleaning products which are suitable for cleaning ceramic cooktops Never use cleaners containing sand soda alkalis acids or chlorides oven sprays dishwasher detergents nor steel wool abrasive cleaning agents hard brushes scouring pads and cloths You should also avoid using sponges etc which have previously been used with abrasive cleaning agents as this will damage the surface Do not use washing up liquid to clean the ceramic surface as it can leave a blue sheen which may be difficult to remove Do not use sharp objects which may damage the seals between the ceramic surface and the frame or between the frame and the worktop To prevent the risk of spillages burning on remove any soiling as soon as possible and ensure that pan bases are clean dry and free of grease The appliance should be cleaned after each use Allow the cooktop to cool down befo
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8. Miele Operating and Installation instructions Ceramic cooktops KM 520 To avoid the risk of accidents or en AU NZ damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time M Nr 06 464 860 Contents Description of the appliance 3 Warning and Safety instructions 5 Caring for the environment 11 Before using for the first time 12 Operation 13 switching on and Off lt 6 428 24043 RoW wae Ros be bbe Re PO Nae EGI ae 13 Residual heat indicators 2 0 ee 13 GINO Sr re the os a eed tan oa reat ete aaah ce eben ee eo 14 Switching on an extended area 1 2 eee 15 PAINS x RE tnt oe ee ate oes Wott eee ae Pl ae os 16 TIPS on saving energy usa teen era ate 17 Overheating protection 2 18 Cleaning and care 19 Problem solving guide 21 Optional accessories 22 Installation 2 405444 es GA 124422224 eee dE De ra 23 Safety instructions for installation 23 caloy Cl arances um be eee Pan iG hed Ro Oe Bu bape eae eo ees 24 Building i
9. acking 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 children Danger of suffocation Rather than just throwing these materials away please ensure they are offered for recycling Disposal of your old appliance or machine Electrical and electronic appliances machines 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 or machine Therefore please do not dispose of your old machine or appliance with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre and ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal It should be unplugged or disconnected from the mains electricity supply by a competent person The plug must be rendered useless and the cable cut off directly behind the appliance or the machine to prevent misuse 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 a
10. at this basic safety requirement is regularly tested and if 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 31 Installation Connection diagram L k TV L2 E oa 240V 200 240V 200 240V 4 5 L2 N 200 240V 200 240V dl _ __200 240V N L2 L1 L2 _200 240V 200 240V 200 240V at Warning This appliance must only be connected to a 230 V or 240 V supply using the connection cable supplied in the accessory pack Connection must be made in accordance with the connection diagram The earth lead must be connected 32 After sales service data plate The address of the nearest Miele Customer Contact Centre 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 Miele Customer Contact Centre Space in which to adhere 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 33 34 35 Miele Australia Pty Ltd ABN 96 005 635 398
11. control past the point of resistance to 0 as this will damage it Residual heat indicators When a cooking zone is switched on e g front left the appropriate residual heat indicator lights up in the display when the zone has reached a certain temperature The residual heat indicator will go out after the cooking zone has been switched off once the temperature has dropped to a safe level Do not touch the cooking zones or place any heat sensitive items on them whilst they are still hot Danger of burning and fire hazard Operation Settings Cooking process Setting Melting butter chocolate etc Dissolving gelatine Preparing yoghurt 1 2 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 vegetables fried eggs etc Gentle braising without overheating the fat of meat fish 8 9 Frying pancakes etc 9 11 Boiling large quantities of water Bringing to the boil 11 12 These settings which envisage approx 4 helpings shoul
12. d only be taken as a guide With deep pans large quantities or when cooking without a lid a higher setting is needed For smaller quantities select a lower setting 14 Operation Switching on an extended area Depending on model the outer circle of a double circle zone or the extended cooking zone can be switched on to provide an extended cooking area when cooking with larger pans Proceed as follows m Turn the cooking zone control clockwise past 12 as far as it will go m Then turn the control anti clockwise back to the required setting Switch the extended cooking zone off by turning the control back to the 0 position Operation Pans 1 Pans made from any material can be used on a ceramic cooktop However Miele recommends to refrain from using cookware with an exposed copper or aluminium base as they may leave permanent visual marks on the ceramic surface The best 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 a WE LT il Cold Pans made of glass ceramic or stoneware are less suitable as they do not conduct the heat so well Hot Do not use pots and pans on the ceramic cooktop with bases with pronounced edges or or ridges e g cast iron pans These could scratch or scour the cooktop surface permanently 6 Lift pans into position
13. e appliance Make sure that there is no mechanical obstruction such as a drawer which could damage it D Observe carefully the safety distances given on the following pages gt Do not use any sealant except where expressly instructed to do so The sealing strip under the edge of the top part of the cooktop provides a sufficient seal for the worktop see Sealant All dimensions in this instruction booklet are given in mm This appliance must be installed and connected to services in accordance with local and national safety and building regulations 23 Installation Safety clearances Side rear clearances to the cooktop Ideally the cooktop should be installed with plenty of space on either side There may be a wall at the rear anda tall unit or wall at one side On the other side however no unit or divider should stand higher than the cooktop see illustrations Safety clearance above the cooktop A minimum safety clearance 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 clearance of at least 760 mm must be maintained For any flammable objects e g utensil rails wall units etc a minimum clearance of at least 760 mm must be maintained between them and the appliance below When two or more appliances a
14. g themselves gt Keep all pans out of reach of children Turn pan handles inwards away from the edge of the cooktop Danger of burning or scalding Special cooktop guards are available from good retail outlets D 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 Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety gt Before installation check the appliance for visible signs of damage Do not install and use a damaged appliance damaged appliance is dangerous gt 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 gt Before connecting the appliance make sure that the connection data on the data plate voltage and connected 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 D For safety
15. g zones when liable for damage caused by they are hot If this should occur switch non compliance with these Warning off the appliance and carefully scrape and Safety instructions off all the sugar plastic or aluminium residues from the cooktop whilst they are still hot using a shielded scaper blade Take care not to burn yourself If residues are allowed to cool before being removed the ceramic surface will be susceptible to pitting or even cracking Once the residues have been removed allow the appliance to cool down and then clean with a suitable proprietary ceramic cooktop cleaner D When using an electric socket near the cooktop care should be taken that the cable of the electrical appliance does not come into contact with a hot cooking zone The insulation on the cable could become damaged giving rise to an electric shock hazard D Spray canisters aerosols and other inflammable substances must not be stored in a drawer under the cooktop Cutlery inserts must be heat resistant D Always ensure that food is sufficiently cooked or reheated Some foods may contain micro organisms which are only destroyed by thorough cooking at a sufficiently high temperature for long enough Therefore when cooking or reheating food such as poultry it is particularly important that the food is completely cooked through If in doubt select a longer cooking or reheating time 10 Caring for the environment Disposal of the p
16. ic cooking zones The overheating protection mechanism has been triggered see Overheating protection 21 Optional accessories Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products are available for your appliance These can be ordered via the internet at www miele shop com depending on country or from your Miele Spare Parts Department see back cover Ceramic and stainless steel cooktop cleaner 250 ml 22 Removes heavy soiling limescale deposits and aluminium residues Installation Safety instructions for installation Fit the wall units and rangehood before fitting the cooktop to avoid damaging the appliance D 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 gt 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 gt This appliance must not be installed over a dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer refrigerator freezer or fridge freezer The high temperatures radiated by it could damage the appliance below gt After installing the cooktop ensure that the connection cable cannot come into contact with the underside of th
17. is switched on by mistake gt Do not use plastic or aluminium foil containers These melt at high temperatures and could catch fire gt 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 gt Do not use pots and pans on the ceramic cooktop with bases with pronounced edges or or ridges e g cast iron pans These could scratch or scour the cooktop surface permanently gt Do not use cookware with an exposed copper or aluminium base as they may leave permanent visual marks on the ceramic surface gt Never heat an empty pan unless the manufacturer of the pan expressly states that you can do so This could damage the appliance gt Keep the cooktop clean Grains of salt sugar and sand e g from cleaning vegetables can cause scratches gt Never place hot pans near or on the residual heat indicators This could damage the electronic unit underneath gt Do not drop anything on the ceramic surface Even a light object could cause damage in certain circumstances gt 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 Warning and Safety instructions gt Do not allow either solid or liquid sugar or pieces of plastic or aluminium The manufacturer cannot be held foil to get onto the cookin
18. less steel or descaling agents on aluminium surfaces Soiling should be wiped off as soon as possible after using the appliance If the soiling is left for a long time it can have a damaging effect on the aluminium surfaces Intensive cleaning with proprietary ceramic cooktop cleaners can cause the frame to take on a shiny appearance If you are unsure about a particular product or need further advice please contact your nearest Miele Customer Contact Centre See back page for address Problem solving guide the food in the pan hardly heats up Repairs to electrical appliances or does not heat up at all must only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with local and the pan is not conducting heat national safety regulations Repairs properly 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 This could be because the pan is too large in relation to the cooking zone and an extended zone has not been switched on What to do if the appliance does not heat up when switched on Check whether the mains fuse has blown If the fuse has blown contact an electrician or the Miele Customer Contact Centre the heating switches on and off at the highest setting on one of the ceram
19. n dimensions x 2a aus 2a ren Pare DE Ba A POA Dar 26 Preparing the WOrktOp esra che Hanne cn rk a 27 Fixing the spring clamps 28 Installing INECOOKLOP ss seeder haat gene ban ein eke eS 29 Sealants Has ee rnb duces bain ee rege 30 MIS WOrKIOD is anseist Oo as nk biens land tuent due 30 Electrical Connection iss sisi oise la een bend te 31 Connection diagram sews ragaie eee hed nern aan 32 After sales service data plate 33 Description of the appliance KM 520 OOOO Single circle zones Control knob for cooking zone Rear left Residual heat indicators Rear right Front right Front left Description of the appliance Cooking zones Cooking zones KM 520 in cm Rating in watts 230 V b 14 5 1200 P 21 0 2300 ii 14 5 1200 Cd 18 0 1800 Total 6500 Warning and Safety instructions This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safety requirements Improper use of the appliance can however present a risk of both personal injury and material damage To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance please read these instructions carefully before installation and before using it for the first time They contain important notes on the installation safety operation and care of the appliance Keep these instructions in a safe place and
20. ny protective wrapping and stickers Before using for the first time clean the appliance 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 12 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 Metal components have a protective coating which may give off a slight smell when heated up for the first time The smell and any fumes given off do not mean that the appliance is defective or has been wrongly installed and they are not harmful to health Operation Switching on and off Do not leave the appliance unattended whilst it is being used Controls on cooking zones without extended areas can be turned through 360 These cooking zones are switched on by turning the appropriate control clockwise or anti clockwise to the required setting and switched off by turning the control clockwise or anti clockwise back to 0 Controls for cooking zones with extended areas have a resistance on them These cooking zones are switched on by turning the appropriate control clockwise to the required setting and switched off by turning the control anti clockwise back to 0 Do not force the
21. re installed together below a rangehood e g an electric cooktop and a gas wok combiset which have different safety clearances given in their installation instructions you should select the greater distance of the two Not recommended 24 Installation Before installing the appliance check that the location provides the required clearances from combustible material and if necessary provide protection to adjacent surfaces as required by regulations The minimum side clearance from a cooktop to a combustible surface shall be a 300 mm horizontal distance from the periphery of any electric burner The minimum rear clearance from a cooktop to a combustible surface shall be a 200 mm horizontal distance from the periphery of any electric burner non combustible surface or splashback shall be a 50 mm horizontal distance from the rear edge of the cooktop If the clearance between the periphery of any electric burner and the side wall is less than 300 mm the rear wall is less than 200 mm the walls must be protected with a non combustible material The protection must be extended a minimum distance of 150 mm above the burner The shown area indicates the protected surface which may be ceramic tiles or other approved material Combustible surface The surface of a material that is capable of catching fire and burning at temperature exceeding 50 K above ambient 25 Installation
22. re cleaning Wipe all coarse soiling off using a damp cloth Stubborn soiling may need to be removed with a shielded scraper blade Finally clean the cooktop with a suitable proprietary ceramic 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 appliance with a damp cloth and then dry it with a clean soft cloth Ensure that all cleaning agent residues are removed Residues can burn onto the cooktop the next time it is used and cause damage to the ceramic surface Cleaning and care Spots caused by limescale deposits water and aluminium residues which have a metalic appearance can be removed using the ceramic cooktop cleaner Should any sugar plastic or aluminium foil spill or fall on to a hot cooking zone first switch off the appliance Then 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 Allow the cooking zone to cool down and then clean as described above with a suitable proprietary ceramic cooktop cleaner 20 Appliances with aluminium frames see data plate are prone to scratching alkali and acid damage Take great care when cleaning the aluminium frame Do not use cleaning agents for stain
23. reasons this appliance may only be used after it has been built in gt 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 D Installation maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work gt 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 itis switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn from the socket or it is switched off at the isolator D While the appliance is under guarantee repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated gt 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 Warning and Safety instructions P gt If the connection cable is damaged it must be
24. s into position When doing this make sure that the seal under the cooktop sits flush with the worktop on all sides This is important to ensure an effective seal all round Do not use sealant m Connect the cooktop to the mains m Check that the cooktop works The cooktop can now only be removed with a special tool 29 Installation Sealant Tiled worktop Do not use any sealant unless expressly instructed to do so The sealing strip under the edge of the top part of the cooktop provides a sufficient seal for the worktop Do not use sealant between the frame of the top part of the cooktop and the worktop This could cause difficulties if the cooktop ever needs to be taken out for servicing and possibly result in damage to the frame or the worktop 30 The grouting and the shaded area undermeath the cooktop frame must be smooth and even so that the frame sits evenly and the sealing strip underneath the top part of the cooktop provides a sufficient seal for the worktop Tiled worktops must be a minimum 5 mm thick to ensure the surface temperatures of the combustible surfaces underneath the tiles do not exceed 50 K above ambient Installation Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations Installation repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be
25. to put out the flames with water Use a suitable fire blanket saucepan lid damp towel or similar to smother the flames gt 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 gt During prolonged or intensive use of the appliance the frame gets hot and the control panel can also become quite warm This is quite normal and does not indicate a fault Warning and Safety instructions gt 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 gt Do not flamb under a rangehood The flames could set the rangehood on fire gt 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 gt Do not cover the appliance e g with a cloth kitchen foil etc This could be a fire hazard if the appliance
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