Miele KM 451 Operating Instructions Manual
Ceramic cooktop
Hide thumbs
Also See for KM 451:
- Operating instructions manual (36 pages) ,
- Installation instructions manual (12 pages)
Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel
Related Manuals for Miele KM 451
Summary of Contents for Miele KM 451
-
Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions for the KM 451 Ceramic Cooktop To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 05 361 900... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Warning and Safety instructions ......4 Help protect our environment ........11 Disposal of packing materials . - Page 3 Contents Timer ............28 To set the timer.
-
Page 4: Important Warning And Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ THE OPERATING When using your appliance, follow INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY basic safety precautions including BEFORE USING THE the following: COOKTOP Installation WARNING - Be certain your appliance is prop- erly installed and grounded by a This appliance is intended for qualified technician in strict accor- residential cooking only. - Page 5 However, un- der certain circumstances it may be possible for an installation in these ap- plications. Please contact the nearest Miele Dealer or the Miele Technical Ser- vice Department with specific require- ments.
- Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protection from damage Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance. Steam could Do not drop anything on the ce- penetrate electrical components and ramic surface of the cooktop. Al- cause a short circuit. though the ceramic glass is shock and scratch resistant, it is not shock or Never place hot pots or pans over scratch proof.
- Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Injury prevention Pot and pan handles should be turned inward and not extend over Do not touch the cooktop or the the countertop to reduce the risk of area surrounding it during or imme- burns, ignition of flammable materials, diately after use.
- Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before removing pots and pans, be Do not let cooking grease or other sure to turn off the burners. flammable materials accumulate on the appliance. Do not store items on the appli- ance when not in use. Items could Wear proper clothing while cook- melt or catch fire from residual heat or if ing.
-
Page 9: Appliance Safety
"tripping" the circuit breaker. While the appliance is under war- Contact the Miele Technical Service De- ranty repairs should only be per- partment. formed by a Miele authorized service Do not use the appliance until it has technician. - Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Further safety notes Do not allow children to operate or play with, or near, the cooktop. When using a portable appliance near the cooktop, make sure that If a pet hops onto the cooktop, a its power cord does not come into con- touch control sensor could be acti- tact with the cooktop.
-
Page 11: Help Protect Our Environment
Help protect our environment Disposal of packing materials Disposal of an old appliance The cardboard box and packing materi- Old appliances contain materials that als are biodegradable and recyclable. can be recycled. Please contact your Please recycle. local recycling authority about the pos- sibility of recycling these materials. -
Page 12: Guide To The Cooktop
Guide to the cooktop Cooktop abd Single zone Extended zone Variable zone Control panel... - Page 13 Guide to the cooktop Control panel Touch controls for: g Cooking zone controls (see section "Cooking zone controls and displays") i Child safety lock j Cooktop ON/OFF k Timer (see "Cooking zone controls and dis- plays") Indicator for: h Child safety lock...
-
Page 14: Cooking Zone Controls And Displays
Guide to the cooktop Cooking zone controls and displays Touch controls: l Cooktop ON/OFF m for selecting the power settings and turning on the outer circle of the vari- able zone or extended zone Displays n Extended cooking zone on = Ready for use 1 - 12 = Power setting... -
Page 15: Cooking Zones
Guide to the cooktop Cooking zones Cooking KM 451 zone ø in inches (cm) Rating in watts (14.5) 1200 (21) 2000 (17) / 1400 / x 10 (17 x 26.5) 2200 (14.5) 1200 (12) / 700 / (18) 1700 Total: 8300... -
Page 16: Before Using For The First Time
Before using for the first time Cleaning and heating for the The metal components of the cooktop have a protective coating which may first time give off a slight odor the first time the Before using for the first time, clean the appliance is heated. -
Page 17: Use
Touch controls Turning on the cooktop This cooktop has electronic touch con- The cooktop must be turned on before trols activated by a finger. There is a any of the zones can be used. separate touch control for each cooking zone. -
Page 18: Turning On A Cooking Zone
Turning on a cooking zone Cooking without auto heat Proceed as follows: Proceed as follows: ^ When the cooktop is turned on, touch ^ If 0 is showing in the display, keep the control s of the desired cooking the + touch control pressed until the zone. -
Page 19: Cooktop Settings
Cooktop settings The range of settings is the same for all cooking zones: Cooking process Settings 1 - 2 Melting butter, chocolate etc. Dissolving gelatin 1 - 3 Thickening sauces containing egg yolk and butter Warming small quantities of food/liquid Warming sticky foods Cooking rice 3 - 5... -
Page 20: Auto Heat
Auto heat The 12 segments show in the light ring ,p, during the auto heat time. When the When auto heat has been activated, the heat-up time has finished only the cooking zone turns on automatically at number of segments, for the relevant the highest setting and then changes to continued cooking setting which has the continued cooking setting which... -
Page 21: Turning On An Extended Cooking Zone
Turning on an extended Turning off a cooking zone cooking zone ^ Touch the ON / OFF control s of the cooking zone you want to turn off. The second circle of a variable cooking zone or the extended cooking zone can If the cooking zone is still hot, the resid- be turned on to extend the cooking ual heat indicator will remain lit until the... -
Page 22: To Turn Off The Cooktop
To turn off the cooktop Residual heat indicator The cooktop can be turned off at any After the cooking zones or the cooktop time. have been turned off, the residual heat of the cooking zones which may still be ^ Touch the ON / OFF touch control s hot are indicated by three stacked hori- of the cooktop. -
Page 23: Safety Lock
Safety lock To activate the child safety lock: ^ Place a finger over the touch control Keep children away from the cooktop for the child safety lock a until the for their own safety. In addition, the cooktop has a child safety lock to pre- indicator above it lights. -
Page 24: Safety Cut-Out Feature
Safety cut-out feature Power setting Maximum length The cooktop has a safety cut-out fea- of operating time ture in case it is not turned off after use. in hours If one of the cooking zones is heated for an unusually long period of time (see table), and the power settings are not adjusted, the cooktop will turn itself off automatically and the appropriate... - Page 25 ^ Clean the control area or remove the Safety cut-out if the touch controls object. are covered This will turn off the signal and the F will The cooktop will turn off automatically if any of the touch controls are covered go out.
-
Page 26: Overheating Protection
Overheating protection The overheating protection can be acti- vated by: Each burner is equipped with an inter- nal temperature limiter. This automati- – turning on a burner without putting a cally turns off the heating elements in pan on it. the burner before the ceramic surface –... -
Page 27: Energy Saving Tips
Energy saving tips – Cooking with a lid will also help pre- vent heat loss. – Use pots and pans with flat or slightly concave bases for the most efficient cooking. The pan base should rest evenly on the ceramic surface when hot. -
Page 28: Timer
Timer To set the timer The cooktop has two timers, one for the rear left cooking zone w and one for The timer can only be used when the the front left cooking zone y. They can cooktop is turned on, and the cooking be used just as a kitchen timer, or for zone belonging to the timer is turned automatically turning one of these... -
Page 29: Automatically Turning Off A Cooking Zone
Timer Automatically turning off a The time set counts down in minutes. The time left to run shows in the timer cooking zone display. It can be changed at any time Only the rear left w and front left y by pressing the - or + touch controls. -
Page 30: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Cleaning the ceramic surface Never use a steam cleaner to clean The ceramic surface should be cleaned this appliance. Pressurized steam regularly with a cleaner for ceramic sur- could cause permanent damage to faces. Follow the cleaner manufac- the surface and to components. -
Page 31: Frequently Asked Questions
Reconnect the appliance to the elec- tricity supply and if the cooktop still does not heat up, contact a qualified electrician or the Miele Technical Ser- vice Department. - Page 32 1 minute by "tripping" the circuit breaker, or withdrawing the fuse. Reconnect the electricity supply. The electronic unit will have reset the sensi- tivity level of the touch control sensors. If this does not solve the problem please call the Miele Technical Service Department.
-
Page 33: Electrical Connection
Electrical connection Important All electrical work should be by a The appliance is provided with 3 leads; qualified electrician in accordance L1 (black), L2 (red) and GND (green). with local and national codes. They must be connected to a dedi- To reduce the risk of electric shock, cated line through the use of an ap- disconnect the power supply by trip-... -
Page 34: After Sales Service
After sales service In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself please contact: your Miele Dealer the Miele Technical Service Department USA 1-800-999-1360 techserv@mieleusa.com CDN 1-800-565-6435 service@miele.ca When contacting the Technical Service Department please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. - Page 36 Alterations rights reserved / 002 - 0402 M.-Nr. 05 361 900 This paper consists of cellulose which has been bleached without the use of chlorine.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the KM 451 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers