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Operating and installation instructions
Ceramic cooktops with induction
To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essen‐
tial to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first
time.
en-AU, NZ
M.-Nr. 10 133 070

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Ceramic cooktops with induction To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essen‐ tial to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 133 070...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning and Safety instructions ................4 Caring for the environment ................. 13 Overview ....................... 14 Cooktop ......................... 14 Controls / Indicators ....................15 Cooking zone data....................17 Using for the first time..................18 Cleaning the cooktop for the first time ..............18 Switching on the cooktop for the first time............
  • Page 3 Contents Overheating protection ..................38 Cleaning and care ....................39 Programming......................41 Problem solving guide ..................44 Optional accessories ................... 48 Con@ctivity ......................49 Safety instructions for installation ..............51 Safety distances....................52 Installation notes....................55 Building-in dimensions ..................56 Installation ......................

  • Page 4: Warning And Safety Instructions

    They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for non-compli‐ ance with these instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the contents.
  • Page 5 This cooktop is not suitable for outdoor use.  It is intended only to cook food and keep it warm. Any other use is not supported by Miele and could be dangerous.  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including chil‐...
  • Page 6 Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children  Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.  Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, rec‐ ognising the dangers of misuse.
  • Page 7 Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be danger‐ ous. Installation, maintenance work and repairs to electrical applian‐ ces must only be carried out by a Miele approved service technician.  A damaged appliance is dangerous. Check it for any visible dam‐...
  • Page 8 The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.  Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appli‐ ance when Miele replacement parts are used.
  • Page 9 Warning and Safety instructions  In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings clean at all times. Any damage caused by cock‐ roaches or other vermin will not be covered by the warranty. ...
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions  When the appliance is switched on either deliberately or by mis‐ take, or when there is residual heat present, there is the risk of any metal items left on the cooktop heating up, with the danger of burn‐ ing.
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions  Pans which boil dry can cause damage to the ceramic glass. Do not leave the cooktop unattended whilst it is being used.  Only use pots and pans with smooth bases. Rough bases will scratch the ceramic glass. ...
  • Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions  If the pan only partially covers the cooking zone, the handle could become very hot. Ensure that you always place the pan in the middle of the cooking zone. Cleaning and care  Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. The steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.

  • Page 13: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing mate‐ Disposing of your old appli‐ rial ance The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances of‐ has been selected from materials which ten contain materials which, if handled are environmentally friendly for dispos‐ or disposed of incorrectly, could be po‐...

  • Page 14: Overview

    Overview Cooktop a PowerFlex cooking zone with TwinBooster b PowerFlex cooking zone with TwinBooster ab can be combined to form PowerFlex cooking area c Cooking zone with WaterBoost d PowerFlex cooking zone with TwinBooster e PowerFlex cooking zone with TwinBooster de can be combined to form PowerFlex cooking area f Controls / Indicators...

  • Page 15: Controls / Indicators

    Overview Controls / Indicators 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Sensors controls a For switching the cooktop on/off...
  • Page 16 Overview l In half hours if the minute minder setting exceeds 99 minutes m System lock/Safety lock activated n For cooking zone selection, e.g. rear right burner o TwinBooster/WaterBoost (depending on model) switched on  Setting 1  Setting 2 p Timer display ...

  • Page 17: Cooking Zone Data

    Overview Cooking zone data Cooking zone Rating in watts for 230 V** Ø in cm*  15–23 Normal 2100 TwinBooster, level 1 3000 TwinBooster, level 2 3650  15–23 Normal 2100 TwinBooster, level 1 3000 TwinBooster, level 2 3650 14–28 Normal 2600 ...

  • Page 18: Using For The First Time

    Using for the first time  Please stick the extra data plate for Switching on the cooktop for the appliance supplied with this doc‐ the first time umentation in the space provided in The metal components have a protec‐ the "After sales service, data plate, tive coating which may give off a slight warranty"...

  • Page 19: Induction

    Induction The induction principle  When the appliance is switched on either deliberately or by mistake, An induction coil is located under each or when there is residual heat cooking zone. When a cooking zone is present, there is the risk of any metal switched on, this coil creates a magnet‐...

  • Page 20: Noises

    Induction Noises When using an induction cooking zone, the following noises can occur in the pan, depending on what it is made of and how it has been constructed. On the higher power settings, it might buzz. This will decrease or cease alto‐ gether when the power setting is re‐...

  • Page 21: Pans

    Induction Pans – To make optimum use of the cooking zones, choose pans with a suitable Suitable pans: diameter (see "Cooking zones"). If the pan is too small, it will not be rec‐ – stainless steel pans with a base that ognised and the 1-9 power levels will can be magnetised flash on the control panel of the...

  • Page 22: Tips On Saving Energy

    Tips on saving energy – Use a lid whenever possible to mini‐ mise heat loss. – Select a smaller pan when cooking small quantities. A smaller pan uses less energy than a larger pan with very little in it. – Cook with as little water as possible. –...

  • Page 23: Power Level Range

    Power level range The cooktop is programmed with 9 power levels at the factory. If you wish to fine- tune a setting, you can extend the power setting range to 17 power levels (see "Programming"). Settings Default set‐ Extended set‐ ting tings (9 power lev‐...

  • Page 24: Operation

    Operation Operating principles Malfunction due to dirty and/or cov‐ ered sensors: The glass ceramic cooktop is equipped If the sensors are dirty or covered, with electronic sensor controls which this could cause them to fail to react, react to finger contact. For safety rea‐ to activate a function or even to sons, in order to switch the cooktop on, switch the cooktop off automatically...

  • Page 25: Switching On

    Operation The bars in the residual heat indicator  Fire hazard! will go out one after another as the Do not leave the cooktop unattended cooking zones cool down. The last bar whilst it is being used. and the  sensor will go out at the Please note that the heating up time same time.

  • Page 26: Selecting The Power Setting - Extended Setting Range

    Operation Selecting the power setting - PowerFlex cooking area extended setting range The PowerFlex cooking zones can be combined to form a PowerFlex cooking  Touch the area between the sensors. area (see "Overview - Cooktop"). Set‐ The sensors in front of and after the in‐ tings for the cooking area are controlled terim setting will light up brighter than by the front or left PowerFlex cooking...

  • Page 27: Auto Heat-Up

    Operation Auto heat-up Continued cook‐ Heat-up time ing setting [min : sec] When Auto heat-up has been activated, the cooking zone switches on automati‐ approx. 0 : 15 cally at the highest setting and then approx. 0 : 15 switches to the continued cooking set‐ ting which you have previously selec‐...

  • Page 28: Booster

    Operation Booster Cooking zones are networked in pairs to supply the power for the Booster The cooking zones are equipped with a function. When the Booster function is Booster, TwinBooster or WaterBoost selected, a proportion of energy is tak‐ depending on model (see "Overview – en away from the linked cooking zone Cooktop").
  • Page 29 Operation Switching off the Booster / Twin‐ During the Booster time, the  sensor Booster / WaterBoost and all of the sensors on the control panel light up at brightness level 2.  Touch the  sensor – once (Booster) Switching on the Booster –...

  • Page 30: Keeping Warm

    Operation Keeping warm Switching the keeping warm setting on/off The keeping warm function is not de‐  Touch the  sensor for the required signed to reheat food from the cold cooking zone. state. It is only for keeping food warm directly after cooking.

  • Page 31: Timer

    Timer Minute minder The cooktop has to be switched on if you wish to use the timer. Setting the minutes You can set a time between 1 mi‐ nute () and 9 hours (.). Example: You want to set a time of 15 minutes.
  • Page 32 Timer Setting the hours Changing the minute minder To set full hours, touch the respective  Touch the  sensor. sensor on the control panel. To set half  Set a new minute minder time, as de‐ hours, touch the space between 2 sen‐ scribed above.

  • Page 33: Switching A Cooking Zone Off Automatically

    Timer Switching a cooking zone off  If you want to set another cooking zone to switch off automatically, fol‐ automatically low the same steps as described You can set a time after which the above. cooking zone will switch off automati‐ cally.

  • Page 34: Using Both Timer Functions At The Same Time

    Timer Using both timer functions at If you want to show the times remaining which are counting down in the back‐ the same time ground: The minute minder and automatic  Touch the  sensor repeatedly until switch-off functions can be used at the same time.

  • Page 35: Additional Functions

    Additional functions Stop & Go When Stop & Go is activated, the pow‐ er of all cooking zones in use is re‐ duced to power setting 1. The cooking zone power settings and the timer settings cannot be altered and the cooktop can only be switched off.

  • Page 36: Safety Features

    Safety features Safety lock / System lock The safety lock is set when the cook‐ top is switched on. When the safety The system lock and safety lock are lock is activated: deactivated if there is an interruption – The power settings for the cooking to the power supply.

  • Page 37: Safety Switch-Off

    Safety features Safety switch-off Safety switch-off if the sensors are covered Safety switch-off with an overlong Your cooktop will turn off automatically cooking time if one or several of the sensors remain The safety switch-off mechanism is covered for longer than 10 seconds, for triggered automatically if one of the example, by finger contact, food boiling cooking zones is heated for an unusual‐...

  • Page 38: Overheating Protection

    If, despite removing the cause, the – The set power level will be reduced. overheating protection mechanism trig‐ gers again, contact Miele. – The cooking zone switches off auto‐ matically.  flashes in the timer dis‐ play alternating with .

  • Page 39: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Unsuitable cleaning agents  Danger of burning! The cooking zones must be switch‐ To avoid damaging the surfaces of your ed off. The cooktop needs to cool appliance, do not use: down. – washing-up liquid, – cleaning agents containing soda, al‐ ...
  • Page 40 Stubborn soiling may need to be removed with a shielded scraper blade. Then clean the cooktop with the Origi‐ nal Miele ceramic and stainless steel cooktop cleaner (see "Optional acces‐ sories") or a suitable proprietary ceram‐ ic cooktop cleaner applied with kitchen paper or a clean cloth.

  • Page 41: Programming

    Programming You can programme certain settings on Calling up programming the cooktop to suit your personal  With the cooktop switched off, needs. Several settings can be changed touch the  and  sensors at the in succession. same time until the indicator light for After starting the programming function, the safety lock flashes.
  • Page 42 Programming Settings Programme Status Demonstration mode and fac‐ Demonstration mode on tory default settings Demonstration mode off Factory default settings reinstated Stop & Go Number of power settings 9 power settings 17 power settings Induction warning tone when there is no pan or the pan is Quiet unsuitable Medium...
  • Page 43 Programming Settings Programme Status Not available Miele@home - only on communication ena‐ Signed off bled appliances retrofitted with a communication module Signed on Audible tone if the sensors are covered Sensor switch reaction speed Slow Standard Fast Programmes not shown here have no allocation.

  • Page 44: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily corrected with‐ out contacting Miele. If, after reading this guide, you can't remedy the problem yourself, please call Miele (see back cover for details). Please note, however, that a call-out charge will be applied to unnecessary service visits where the problem could have been rectified as described in these operating instructions.
  • Page 45 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy After switching the The system lock or safety lock is activated. cooktop on,  appears  Deactivate the system lock or safety lock (see in the timer display for "System lock / Safety lock"). several seconds.
  • Page 46 Take any pans off the cooktop and wipe away any food deposits.  Interrupt the power supply to the cooktop for ap‐ prox. 1 minute.  If the problem persists after power is restored, please contact Miele.
  • Page 47  Make sure it has not been blocked by something like a fork. Remove the cause of the blockage.  If this fault message continues to appear in the display, contact Miele.  and other numbers There is a fault in the electronic module.

  • Page 48: Optional Accessories

    Depending on country, these can be or‐ dered online at: Removes heavy soiling, limescale de‐ posits and aluminium residues. or from Miele (see end of this booklet Original Miele all purpose microfibre for contact details). cloth Saucepans and frying pans Miele offer a wide range of pans which are perfect for Miele cooktops.

  • Page 49: Con@Ctivity

    Your cooktop is communication ena‐ Further information regarding bled and can communicate with your Miele@home and Con@ctivity is availa‐ Miele rangehood when selected via the ble on the internet and in the instruction dongle supplied with your rangehood manuals of the various components.

  • Page 50: Signing Off The Cooktop

    Con@ctivity If you want to sign on your cooktop to Signing off the cooktop the Con@ctivity system, you will first  With the cooktop switched off, need to sign on the rangehood. touch the  and  sensors at the same time until the indicator light for Signing on the cooktop the safety lock flashes.

  • Page 51: Safety Instructions For Installation

    Safety instructions for installation  The appliance must only be installed and connected to the electricity sup‐ ply by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with cur‐ rent national and local safety regulations. Fit the wall units and rangehood before fitting the cooktop to avoid damaging the cooktop.

  • Page 52: Safety Distances

    Safety distances Safety distance above the cooktop A minimum safety distance must be maintained between the appliance and the rangehood above it. See the range‐ hood manufacturer's operating and in‐ stallation 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.
  • Page 53 Safety distances Safety distances to the sides Minimum safety distances un‐ and back of the cooktop derneath the cooktop Ideally the cooktop should be installed To ensure sufficient ventilation to the with plenty of space on either side. cooktop, a certain gap must be left be‐ There may be a wall at the rear or a tall tween the underside of the cooktop and unit or wall on one side (right or left),...
  • Page 54 Safety distances Safety distance when installing the appliance near a wall with additional niche cladding A minimum safety distance must be maintained between the worktop cut-out and any niche cladding to protect it from heat damage. A minimum distance  of 50 mm between the worktop cut-out and the niche cladding has to be maintained, if the cladding is made of flammable material (e.g.

  • Page 55: Installation Notes

    Installation notes Seal between the cooktop and Tiled worktop the worktop Grout lines  and the hatched area un‐ derneath the cooktop frame must be smooth and even. If they are not, the Do not use sealant between the cooktop will not sit flush with the work‐ cooktop and the worktop.

  • Page 56: Building-In Dimensions

    Building-in dimensions a Front b Building-in depth c Con@ctivity connection d Mains connection box The mains connection cable (1440 mm long) is supplied separately with the cook‐ top.

  • Page 57: Installation

    Installation Preparing the worktop Installing the cooktop  Make the worktop cut-out as shown  Feed the mains connection cable in "Building-in dimensions". Observe down through the cut-out. the safety distances (see "Safety dis‐  Place the cooktop centrally in the tances").

  • Page 58: Electrical Connection

    AC 230 V, 50 Hz repair work is dangerous to users. The voltage and rated load are given on Miele cannot be held liable for dam‐ the data plate. Please ensure these age or injury caused by incorrect in‐ match the household mains supply.
  • Page 59  Switch the main switch from 1 (on) to cial connection cable, type H 05 VV-F 0 (off) or press the test button. (PVC insulated), available from Miele. The connection data is given on the da‐ ta plate.

  • Page 60: Wiring Diagram

    Electrical connection Wiring diagram a b c d e 200-240 V~ 200-240 V~ 200-240 V~ (L3) 200-240 V~ 200-240 V~ b c d (L2) 200-240 V~...

  • Page 61: After Sales Service, Data Plate, Warranty

    After sales service, data plate, warranty After sales service In the event of any faults which you cannot easily remedy, please contact Miele. See back of this booklet for contact details. Please quote the model and serial number of your appliance when contacting Miele.
  • Page 63 Miele Australia Pty. Ltd. ACN 005 635 398 ABN 96 005 635 398 Miele Center and Head Office Melbourne: 1 Gilbert Park Drive Knoxfield, VIC 3180 Miele Center and Office Melbourne: 206-210 Coventry Street South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Miele Center and Office Sydney:...
  • Page 64 KM 6388  en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 133 070 / 00...

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