Miele KM6357 Operating And Installation Instruction

Ceramic hobs with induction

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Operating and installation instructions
Ceramic hobs with induction
KM 6357 / KM 6358
KM 6379
KM 6386 / KM 6387
en - GB
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. 09 524 060

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Ceramic hobs with induction KM 6357 / KM 6358 KM 6379 KM 6386 / KM 6387 en - GB 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning and Safety instructions ........4 Guide to the appliance .
  • Page 3 Con|ctivity and Miele|home ........
  • Page 4: Warning And Safety Instructions

    They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users...
  • Page 5 Warning and Safety instructions Correct application This hob is not designed for commercial use. It is intended for use in domestic households and similar working and residential environments. The appliance is not intended for outdoor use. It is intended for domestic use only to cook food and keep it warm.
  • Page 6 Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised. Children 8 years and older may only use the appliance unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
  • Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety Installation, maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by a Miele authorised service technician. Installation, maintenance and repairs by unqualified persons could be dangerous. A damaged appliance can be dangerous. Check the appliance for visible signs of damage.
  • Page 8 The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. The hob is not intended for use with an external timer switch or a remote control system.
  • Page 9 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Oil and fat can overheat and catch fire. Do not leave the appliance unattended when cooking with oil or fat. If oil or fat does catch fire, do not attempt to put out the flames with water.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions If the appliance is installed behind a kitchen furniture door, it may only be used with the furniture door open. Do not close the door whilst the hob in use or whilst there is any residual heat present. The appliance gets hot when in use and remains hot for a while after being switched off.
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Do not use pots or pans on the hob with bases with pronounced edges or ridges. These could scratch or scour the ceramic glass surface permanently. Only use pots and pans with smooth bases. Grains of salt, sugar and sand (e.g. from cleaning vegetables) can cause scratches if they get under pan bases.
  • Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions Metal utensils stored in a drawer under the hob can become hot if the appliance is used intensively for a long time. Do not store any metal items or utensils in a drawer under the hob This hob is fitted with a cooling fan.
  • Page 13: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Models KM 6357 / KM 6358 Cooking zone with TwinBooster Cooking zone with Booster PowerFlex cooking zones with TwinBooster can be combined to form a PowerFlex cooking area Control panel...
  • Page 14 Guide to the appliance KM 6379 Cooking zones with Booster PowerFlex cooking zones with TwinBooster can be combined to form a PowerFlex cooking area Control panel...
  • Page 15 Guide to the appliance KM 6386 / KM 6387 Cooking zones with Booster Cooking zone with TwinBooster PowerFlex cooking zones with TwinBooster can be combined to form a PowerFlex cooking area Control panel...
  • Page 16: Control Panel

    Guide to the appliance Control panel (Example) 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...
  • Page 17 Guide to the appliance Sensor controls On/Off Safety lock Hours - For selecting the timer - For switching between the timer functions - For selecting the switch-off time (see "Switching off a cooking zone automatically") Stop and Go For setting the power level Booster/TwinBooster For switching on the PowerFlex cooking area - For setting the time...
  • Page 18: Cooking Zones

    Guide to the appliance Cooking zones Cooking KM 6357 / KM 6358 zone Minimum to maximum Rating in watts for 230 V** C in cm* 18–28 Normal 2600 TwinBooster level 1 3000 TwinBooster level 2 3700 10–16 Normal 1400 Booster 2200 15–23 Normal...
  • Page 19 Guide to the appliance Cooking KM 6379 zone Minimum to maximum Rating in watts for 230 V** C in cm* 14–20 Normal 1850 Booster 3000 15–23 Normal 2100 TwinBooster level 1 3000 TwinBooster level 2 3700 15–23 Normal 2100 TwinBooster level 1 3000 TwinBooster level 2 3700...
  • Page 20 Guide to the appliance Cooking KM 6386 / KM 6387 zone Minimum to maximum Rating in watts for 230 V** C in cm* 14–20 Normal 1850 Booster 3000 10–16 Normal 1400 Booster 2200 18–28 Normal 2600 TwinBooster level 1 3000 TwinBooster level 2 3700 15–23...
  • Page 21: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposing of your old material appliance The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances has been selected from materials often contain materials which, if which are environmentally friendly for handled or disposed of incorrectly, disposal and should be recycled.
  • Page 22: Before Using For The First Time

    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, data plate, guarantee" section of this booklet. Cleaning for the first time ^ Remove any protective wrapping and adhesive labels.
  • Page 23: Induction

    Induction The induction principle An induction coil is located under each cooking zone. When a cooking zone is switched on, this coil creates a magnetic field which impacts directly on the base of the pan and heats it up. The cooking zone itself is heated up indirectly by the heat given off by the pan.
  • Page 24: 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 levels, it might buzz. This will decrease or cease altogether when the power level is reduced.
  • Page 25: Pans

    Induction Pans Suitable pans include: – stainless steel pans with a magnetic base – enamelled steel pans – cast iron pans Unsuitable pans: – stainless steel pans without a magnetic base – aluminium and copper pans – glass, ceramic or earthenware pots and pans To test whether a pot or pan is suitable for use on an induction hob, hold a magnet to the base of the pan.
  • Page 26: Power Level Range

    Power level range The appliance is delivered with 9 power levels programmed as standard. If you wish to fine-tune a setting, you can extend the power level range (see "Programming"). Settings Standard Extended factory settings settings (9 power levels) (17 power levels) Melting butter 1 to 2 1 to 2+...
  • Page 27: Operation

    Operation How the hob is operated The hob is equipped with electronic sensor controls which react to finger contact. When the hob is switched off only the symbols for the sensors for switching the hob on and off and the safety lock are visible.
  • Page 28: To Switch The Hob On

    Operation Do not leave the appliance unattended whilst it is being used. To switch the hob on ^ Touch the s sensor. All the sensors will light up. If no further entry is made, the hob will switch itself off after a few seconds for safety reasons.
  • Page 29: Powerflex Cooking Area

    Operation PowerFlex cooking area The PowerFlex cooking zones can be combined to form a PowerFlex cooking area. The settings for the cooking area are controlled by the rear or left Powerflex cooking zone and the other numerical keypad goes out, except for the symbol y which remains lit.
  • Page 30: Auto Heat-Up

    Operation Auto heat-up When Auto heat-up has been activated, the cooking zone switches on automatically at the highest power setting and then switches to the continued cooking setting selected. The heat-up time depends on which continued cooking setting has been chosen (see chart). Activating ^ Touch the number of the continued cooking setting you require until a tone sounds and the continued cooking...
  • Page 31 Operation Continued Heat-up time cooking setting* in minutes and seconds (approx.) 0 : 15 0 : 15 0 : 15 0 : 15 0 : 25 0 : 25 0 : 50 0 : 50 2 : 00 5 : 50 5 : 50 2 : 50 2 : 50...
  • Page 32: Booster Function

    Operation Booster function The cooking zones are equipped with a Booster or TwinBooster (see "Guide to the appliance"). When activated, the power is boosted for a maximum of 15 minutes so that large quantities can be heated up quickly, e.g. when boiling water for cooking pasta. The booster function can only be used on two cooking zones at the same time.
  • Page 33 Operation Whilst the booster is switched on, the B sensor and all of the numbers in the relevant numerical keypad are lit up at brightness level 2. To switch on the Booster ^ Touch the "0" on the numerical keypad of the cooking zone you wish to use.
  • Page 34: Keeping Warm Function

    Operation Keeping warm function Some cooking zones have a keeping warm function. This function is for keeping food that has just been cooked warm, i.e. food that is still hot. It is not for reheating food that has gone cold. If the keeping warm function has been activated, the cooking zone will switch off automatically after a maximum of 2 hours.
  • Page 35: Switching Off And Residual Heat Indicators

    Operation Switching off and residual heat indicators Switching off a cooking zone ^ Touch the "0" on the numerical keypad of the cooking zone you wish to use. The numbers 1 to 9 will go out after a few seconds. If the cooking zone is still hot, residual heat will then be indicated in the display.
  • Page 36: Tips On Saving Energy

    Tips on saving energy – Use a pan lid whenever possible to minimise heat loss. uncovered covered – Select a smaller pan when cooking small quantities. A smaller pan uses less energy than a larger pan with very little in it. –...
  • Page 37: Timer

    Timer The hob must be switched on 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. You can select a time from 1 minute (01) to 9 hours (9^). A time of up to 99 minutes is set and displayed in minutes.
  • Page 38: Minute Minder

    Timer Minute minder To set the minute minder time Minutes Example: You want to set 15 minutes. ^ Switch the hob on. ^ Touch the m sensor. The m indicator light will flash. 00 will appear in the timer display. The 0 on the right will flash. Enter the tens first and then the units.
  • Page 39 Timer Hours Whole hours are set by touching the relevant number on the numerical keypad. Half hours are set by touching the area between the relevant two numbers. Example: You want to set 2 hours 30 minutes. ^ Switch the hob on. ^ Touch the m sensor.
  • Page 40 Timer To change the minute minder time ^ Touch the m sensor. ^ Set the time you want, as described above. To delete the minute minder time ^ Touch the m sensor. ^ Touch 0 on the numerical keypad.
  • Page 41: To Switch A Cooking Zone Off Automatically

    Timer To switch a cooking zone off automatically You can set a time at the end of which a cooking zone will switch off automatically. All the cooking zones can be programmed at 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 "Safety switch-off").
  • Page 42: To Use Both Timer Functions At The Same Time

    Timer 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 you have programmed light up constantly and 00 appears in the timer display.
  • Page 43: Safety Features

    Safety features Safety lock / System lock Keep children away from the hob for their own safety. Your appliance is equipped with a safety lock to prevent the hob and the cooking zones being switched on or any settings being altered. The safety lock is set with the hob switched on.
  • Page 44 Safety features Activating Three-finger operation (standard default setting) ^ Touch the $ sensor and the "0" setting of both right-hand cooking zones at the same time until the safety lock indicator lights up and LC appears in the timer display. The safety lock indicator and LC will go out after a short while.
  • Page 45: Stop And Go

    Safety features Stop and Go 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 hob can only be switched off.
  • Page 46: Safety Switch-Off

    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 level is not altered, the hob will switch itself off automatically and the relevant residual heat indicator will light up.
  • Page 47: Overheating Protection

    Safety features Overheating protection All the induction coils and the cooling elements for the electronics are fitted with an overheating protection mechanism. Before the induction coils or cooling elements get too hot, the overheating protection mechanism cuts in in one of the following ways: Induction coils –...
  • Page 48: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Danger of injury. Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. The steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit. The appliance should be cleaned after each use. Let it cool down to room temperature before cleaning. To avoid water marks and limescale deposits, use a soft cloth to dry the appliance after cleaning.
  • Page 49 Then clean the hob with Miele ceramic and stainless steel hob cleaner (see "Optional accessories") applied with kitchen paper or a clean cloth. Do not apply cleaner whilst the appliance is still hot, as this could result in marking.
  • Page 50: Programming

    Programming You can change the default settings of the programme options (see chart). Several settings can be altered in succession. After selecting programming mode, P (Programme) and S (Status) will appear in the timer display. On hobs with 3 cooking zones, an additional indicator will appear at the rear left.
  • Page 51 Programming Programme* Status** Setting Demonstration mode and Demonstration mode on factory default settings Demonstration mode off Factory default settings reinstated Stop and Go Power level range 9 power levels (1, 2, 3 ... to 9) 17 power levels/settings (1, 1+, 2, 2+, 3 ... to 9) Induction warning tone when there is no pan or Quiet...
  • Page 52 Programme* Status** Setting System lock Manual activation of the system lock only Manual and automatic activation of the System lock Auto heat-up Miele|home Feature not fitted - only on Signed off communication-enabled Signed on appliances fitted with a communication module.
  • Page 53: Problem Solving Guide

    Do not attempt to open the casing of the appliance. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and Miele cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Problem Possible cause...
  • Page 54 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy A smell and vapours The smell and vapours will are given off when a be less noticeable with new appliance is each subsequent use being used. before dissipating completely. The power levels 1 to There is no pan on the Use a suitable pan (see 9 flash.
  • Page 55 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Power level 9 is Operating both zones automatically reduced at power level 9 would if you select power exceed the permitted level 9 on two linked maximum power level cooking zones or for the two zones. extended zones at the same time.
  • Page 56 FE 48 fork. Remove the cause of the blockage. If the fault message appears again, call the Miele Service Department. Other fault messages There is an electronic Interrupt the power supply to FE..
  • Page 57: Optional Accessories

    These can be ordered online at: or from Miele (see back cover for contact details) Pans Miele offer a wide range of pans which are perfect for Miele hobs. Please refer to the Miele website for more details on individual products.
  • Page 58 The hob sends information on its operating status via the household electrical supply. To enjoy the benefits of this feature, your appliance needs to be fitted with a communication module. Detailed information about the Miele|home system can be found at www.miele.de. XKM 2100 KM Communication module including installation accessories...
  • Page 59 Optional accessories Miele|home Communication enabled appliances (examples) Communication module SuperVision appliance Electrical supply (Powerline) Miele|home Gateway WLAN) Router Possible connections (optional) PC, Notebook iPod* or iPhone* Connection with a domestic bus system display Possible internet connection * * iPod und iPhone are registered trade marks of Apple Inc.
  • Page 60 Optional accessories Con|ctivity Communication module XKM 2000 DA Communication module XKM 2100 KM Electrical supply (Powerline)
  • Page 61: Con|Ctivity And Miele|Home

    Con|ctivity and Miele|home Signing on the hob If you want to sign the hob – on to the Miele{home system, first prepare the signing on procedure on the master appliance (see the "Miele|home" fitting and installation instructions) – on to the Con|ctivity system, first sign on the cooker hood (see the "Con|ctivity"...
  • Page 62: Signing Off The Hob

    Con|ctivity and Miele|home Signing off the hob If you want to sign off from the Miele{home system, first prepare the signing off procedure on the master appliance (see the "Miele|home" fitting and installation instructions). ^ With the hob switched off, touch the s and $ sensors at the same time until the safety lock indicator light flashes.
  • Page 63: Safety Instructions For Installation

    Safety instructions for installation After installation, ensure that the The appliance must only be installed connection cable is without hindrance and connected to the electricity and that there is no mechanical supply by a suitably qualified and obstruction which could damage it. competent person in strict accordance with current national All dimensions in this instruction booklet...
  • Page 64: Safety Distances

    Safety distances Safety distance above the appliance When two or more appliances which have different safety distances are installed together below a cooker hood, you should observe the greater safety distance of the two. A minimum safety distance must be maintained between the appliance and the cooker hood above it.
  • Page 65 Safety distances Safety distances to the sides and back of the hob Ideally the hob 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) (see illustrations).
  • Page 66 Safety distances Safety distances underneath the hob Interim shelf To ensure sufficient ventilation to the It is not necessary to fit an interim shelf hob, a certain gap must be left between underneath the hob, but one may be the underside of the hob and any oven, fitted if you wish.
  • Page 67 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. If the niche cladding is made from a combustible material (e. g. wood) a minimum safety distance of 50 mm must be maintained between the cut-out and the cladding.
  • Page 68: Hob With Frame Or Bevelled Edge

    Hob with frame or bevelled edge Installation notes Tiled worktop Seal between the hob and the worktop Grout lines and the hatched area underneath the hob frame must be smooth and even. If they are not the hob will not sit flush with the worktop and the sealing strip underneath the Do not use sealant between the hob hob will not provide a good seal...
  • Page 69: Building-In Dimensions

    Hob with frame or bevelled edge Building-in dimensions KM 6357 Front Casing depth Connection for Miele|home Mains connection box The mains connection cable (1440 mm long) is supplied separately.
  • Page 70 Hob with frame or bevelled edge KM 6379 Front Casing depth Connection for Miele|home Mains connection box The mains connection cable (1440 mm long) is supplied separately.
  • Page 71 Hob with frame or bevelled edge KM 6386 Front Casing depth Connection for Miele|home Mains connection box The mains connection cable (1440 mm long) is supplied separately.
  • Page 72: Installing The Hob

    Hob with frame or bevelled edge Installing the hob Installing the hob ^ Feed the mains connection cable Preparing the worktop down through the cut-out. ^ Make the worktop cut-out according ^ Place the hob centrally in the cut-out. to the dimensions given in the When doing this, make sure that the building-in diagram.
  • Page 73: Flush-Fitted Hobs

    Flush-fitted hobs Building-in dimensions KM 6358 Front Casing depth Connection for Miele|home Please take careful note of the Stepped cut-out for granite or marble detailed diagrams for the cut-out worktops dimensions in granite and marble Mains connection box worktops. The mains connection cable (1440 mm...
  • Page 74 Flush-fitted hobs KM 6387 Front Please take careful note of the Casing depth detailed diagrams for the cut-out Connection for Miele|home dimensions in granite and marble Stepped cut-out for granite or marble worktops. worktops Mains connection box The mains connection cable (1440 mm...
  • Page 75: Installing The Hob

    Flush-fitted hobs Installing the hob The hob can be installed – in a suitable cut-out in a granite or Flush fit hobs are only suitable for marble worktop. installation in granite, marble, tiled or solid wood worktops. – in a suitable cut-out in a tiled or solid When using a worktop made from wood worktop or a glass worktop any other material, please check first...
  • Page 76 Flush-fitted hobs Granite and marble worktops Connecting the mains cable to the appliance Preparing the worktop The mains cable must only be connected to the appliance by a qualified and competent electrician in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).
  • Page 77 Flush-fitted hobs Solid wood, tiled and glass Connecting the mains cable to the appliance worktops The mains cable must only be Preparing the worktop connected to the appliance by a Worktop qualified and competent electrician in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).
  • Page 78: Electrical Connection

    3 mm in type H 05 VV-F, available from the isolator switch (including switch, Miele. fuses and relays). Ensure power is not supplied to the Important U.K. appliance until after installation or The appliance is supplied for repair work has been carried out.
  • Page 79: Wiring Diagram

    Electrical connection Wiring diagram 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 200-240 V~ present and regularly tested and where 200-240 V~...
  • Page 80: After Sales Service, Data Plate

    Guarantee For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele. See back cover for contact details. In the UK, your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase. However, you must activate your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or registering online at www.miele.co.uk.
  • Page 84 Alteration rights reserved / 1113 M.-Nr. 09 524 060 / 01...

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