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Miele KM 6381 Operating And Installation Instructions

Induction cooktop with onset controls with panorama cooking zone arrangement for the maximum cooking convenience.
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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
essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for
the first time.
en-AU, NZ
M.-Nr. 10 133 060

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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 essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 133 060...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning and Safety instructions ................4 Caring for the environment ................. 14 Overview ....................... 15 Cooktop ......................... 15 Controls / Indicators ....................16 Cooking zone data....................18 Using for the first time..................19 Cleaning the cooktop for the first time ..............19 Switching on the cooktop for the first time............
  • Page 3 Contents Overheating protection ..................37 Cleaning and care ....................38 Problem solving guide ..................40 Optional accessories ................... 43 Con@ctivity ......................44 Safety instructions for installation ..............46 Safety distances....................47 Installation notes....................50 Building-in dimensions ..................51 Installation ......................52 Electrical connection ...................

  • Page 4: Warning And Safety Instructions

    They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar...
  • 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...
  • 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, recognising the dangers of misuse.
  • Page 7  Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. Installation, maintenance work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a Miele approved service technician.  A damaged appliance is dangerous. Check it for any visible damage.
  • 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 appliance 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 cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the warranty. ...
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use  The cooktop gets hot when in use and remains hot for a while after being switched off. There is a danger of burning until the residual heat indicators go out.  Due to the high temperatures radiated, objects left near the cooktop when it is in use could catch fire.
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions  When the appliance is switched on either deliberately or by mistake, 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 burning.
  • Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions  Do not allow solid or liquid sugar, or pieces of plastic or aluminium foil to get onto the cooking zones when they are hot, as they can damage the ceramic surface when it cools down. If this should occur, switch off the appliance and scrape off all the sugar, plastic or aluminium residues whilst still hot, using a shielded scraper blade.

  • Page 13: Cleaning And Care

    Warning and Safety instructions  This cooktop is fitted with a cooling fan. If a drawer is fitted directly underneath the cooktop, ensure that there is sufficient space between the drawer and its contents and the underside of the appliance in order to ensure sufficient ventilation of the cooktop. Do not store pointed or small items or paper in the drawer.

  • Page 14: 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 which often contain materials which, if are environmentally friendly for handled or disposed of incorrectly, disposal, and can normally be recycled.

  • Page 15: 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 PowerFlex cooking zone with TwinBooster d PowerFlex cooking zone with TwinBooster cd can be combined to form PowerFlex cooking area e Controls / Indicators...

  • Page 16: Controls / Indicators

    Overview Controls / Indicators Sensor controls a For switching the cooktop on/off b For activating/deactivating Stop & Go ab For activating/deactivating the system lock c Timer Switching on and off - For switching between timer functions - For selecting a cooking zone (see "Switching a cooking zone off automatically") d For setting a minute minder / switch-off time...
  • Page 17 Overview e For switching the keeping warm function on and off f For selecting the power setting g For switching the PowerFlex cooking area on/off Indicator lights h The system lock has been activated k Timer i Cooking zone display ...

  • Page 18: 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    +  22–23 / Normal 3400 15 x 23 – 23 x 29 TwinBooster, level 1 4800 ...

  • Page 19: 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 the first time documentation in the space provided The metal components have a in the "After sales service, data plate, protective coating which may give off a warranty"...

  • Page 20: 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 items placed on the cooktop (e.g.

  • Page 21: 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 altogether when the power setting is reduced.

  • Page 22: Pans

    Induction Pans – Lift pans into position on the cooktop. Sliding them into place can Suitable pans: cause scuffs and scratches. – Stainless steel pans with a base that – Often the maximum diameter quoted can be magnetised. by manufacturers refers to the diameter of the top rim of the pot or –...

  • Page 23: Tips On Saving Energy

    Tips on saving energy – Use a lid whenever possible to minimise 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 24: Power Level Range

    Power level range Settings Melting butter 1–2 Dissolving gelatine Making milk puddings Warming small quantities of liquid Cooking rice Defrosting frozen vegetables Cooking pulses Warming liquid and semi-solid foods Making omelettes or lightly frying eggs Steaming fruit Cooking pasta Steaming vegetables, defrosting fish and reheating frozen food Bringing large quantities of food to the boil, e.g.

  • Page 25: Operation

    Operation Operating principles The glass ceramic cooktop is equipped with electronic sensor controls which react to finger contact. For safety reasons, in order to switch the cooktop on, the On/Off  sensor needs to be touched for a little longer than the other sensors.

  • Page 26: Switching On

    Operation Residual heat indicator  Fire hazard! Do not leave the cooktop unattended If a cooking zone is still hot, the residual whilst it is being used. heat indicator will light up after it has Please note that the heating up time been switched off.

  • Page 27: Powerflex Cooking Area

    Operation PowerFlex cooking area The PowerFlex cooking zones can be combined to form a PowerFlex cooking area (see "Overview - Cooktop"). Settings for the cooking area are controlled by the front or left PowerFlex cooking zone. Switching on  Touch the  or  sensor. ...

  • Page 28: Auto Heat-Up

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

  • Page 29: 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 or TwinBooster (see "Overview selected, a proportion of energy is – Cooktop"). You can use the Booster taken away from the linked cooking function for a maximum of two cooking zone and the following happens within...
  • Page 30 Operation Switching on the Booster Switching off the Booster / TwinBooster  Touch the 9 sensor twice for the cooking zone you wish.  Select a different power setting.  will appear in the cooking zone display. Switching on the TwinBooster, level 1 ...

  • Page 31: Keeping Warm

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

  • Page 32: Timer

    Timer Switching a cooking zone off You can select a time up to a automatically maximum of 99 minutes. You can set a time after which the The timer can be used for two different cooking zone will switch off functions: automatically.

  • Page 33: 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 the same time background: The minute minder and automatic  Touch the  sensor repeatedly until switch-off functions can be used at the the display you require appears.

  • Page 34: Additional Functions

    Additional functions Stop & Go Recall When Stop & Go is activated, the If the cooktop is switched off in error power of all cooking zones in use is during operation, this function can be reduced to power setting 1. used to reset all settings to the way The cooking zone power settings and they were.

  • Page 35: Safety Features

    Safety features System lock The system lock is deactivated if there is an interruption to the power supply. Your cooktop is equipped with a system lock to prevent it being switched on by mistake. If an unavailable sensor is touched whilst the system lock is activated, ...

  • Page 36: 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 switch off cooking time automatically if one or several sensors The safety switch-off mechanism is remain covered for more than about triggered automatically if one of the 10 seconds, for example, by finger cooking zones is heated for an...

  • Page 37: Overheating Protection

    – The set power level will be reduced. If, despite removing the cause, the – The cooking zone will switch off overheating protection mechanism automatically.  will flash in the triggers again, contact Miele. display.

  • Page 38: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Unsuitable cleaning agents  Danger of burning! The cooking zones must be To avoid damaging the surfaces of your switched off. The cooktop needs to appliance, do not use: cool down. – washing-up liquid, – cleaning agents containing soda, ...
  • Page 39 (spots with a glass-ceramic surface and the frame metallic appearance) can be removed or the frame and the worktop with using the Original Miele ceramic and sharp, pointed objects. stainless steel cooktop cleaner. This could damage the seals.

  • Page 40: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily corrected without 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 41 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy In the display for a There is no pan on the cooking zone, or the pan is cooking zone the unsuitable.  symbol flashes  Use a suitable pan (see "Pans"). alternately with the selected power setting or .
  • Page 42  and numbers are The cooktop is incorrectly connected. flashing in the cooking  Contact Miele or a qualified electrician. The zone displays and a cooktop must be connected to the mains tone sounds. according to the wiring diagram.

  • Page 43: Optional Accessories

    Removes heavy soiling, limescale deposits and aluminium residues. Original Miele all purpose microfibre or from Miele (see end of this booklet cloth for contact details). Saucepans and frying pans Miele offer a wide range of pans which are perfect for Miele cooktops.

  • Page 44: Con@Ctivity

    Con@ctivity Your cooktop is communication Further information regarding enabled and via the dongle supplied Con@ctivity is available on the internet with selected rangehoods can and in the instruction manuals of the communicate with the rangehood various components. (Con@ctivity). The cooktop sends information on its operating status to the rangehood.
  • Page 45 Con@ctivity Signing on If you want to sign on your cooktop to the Con@ctivity system, you will first need to sign on the rangehood.  Disconnect the cooktop from the mains electricity supply.  Connect the dongle to the cooktop (see the installation instructions for the dongle).

  • Page 46: Safety Instructions For Installation

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

  • Page 47: 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 rangehood manufacturer's operating and installation instructions for details. If the manufacturer's instructions are not available for the rangehood, a minimum safety distance of at least 760 mm must be maintained.
  • Page 48 Safety distances Safety distances to the sides Minimum safety distances and back of the cooktop underneath 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 There may be a wall at the rear or a tall between the underside of the cooktop unit or wall on one side (right or left),...
  • Page 49 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 50: Installation Notes

    Installation notes Seal between the cooktop and Tiled worktop the worktop Grout lines  and the hatched area underneath 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 cooktop and the worktop.

  • Page 51: Building-In Dimensions

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

  • Page 52: 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  Place the cooktop centrally in the distances").

  • Page 53: 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 the data plate. Please ensure these damage or injury caused by incorrect match the household mains supply.
  • Page 54  Switch the main switch from 1 (on) to special connection cable, type H 05 VV- 0 (off) or press the test button. F (PVC insulated), available from Miele. The connection data is given on the data plate.

  • Page 55: 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 56: 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 59 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 60 KM 6381  en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 133 060 / 00...

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