Miele KM 400 Operating Instructions Manual page 9

Protecting the appliance from
damage
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Do not drop anything on the ceramic
surface. Even a light object could
cause damage in certain
circumstances.
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Do not use pots or pans on the
ceramic hob with bases with
pronounced edges or ridges.These
could scratch or scour the hob surface
permanently. Grains of salt and sand
can also scratch.
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Do not allow either solid or liquid
sugar, or pieces of plastic or aluminium
foil to get on the ceramic surface when
it is hot. If this should occur, switch off
the appliance and carefully, while they
are still hot, scrape off all remains of
these materials using a shielded
scraper 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.
Clean the appliance once it has cooled
down.
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KM 400-3
Take care when cleaning the control
panel. It is susceptible to scratching
and acidic agents. To prevent the risk
of residual marks please wipe any
soiling off as soon as possible.
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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
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Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
this appliance. The steam could reach
electrical components and cause a
short circuit. Pressurised steam could
also cause permanent damage to the
surface and to other components, for
which the manufacturer cannot accept
liability.
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Unless the pan manufacturer states
that you can do so, do not use pans
with very thin bases on this hob and
never heat up empty pans as they
could get damaged. This could also
damage the appliance.
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In countries where there are 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 which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the appliance guarantee.
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