Miele KM 451 Betriebsanleitung Seite 1

Operating Instructionsfor the KM 451Ceramic CooktopTo prevent accidents andmachine damage,read these instructionsbefore installation or use.UV05 361 9

Further safety notesWhen using a portable appliancenear the cooktop, make sure thatits power cord does not come into con-tact with the cooktop. The in

Disposal of packing materialsThe cardboard box and packing materi-als are biodegradable and recyclable.Please recycle.Disposal of an old applianceOld

Cooktopabd Single zonec Extended zonee Variable zonef Control panelGuide to the cooktop12uusssssoabaedfc

Control panelTouch controls for:g Cooking zone controls(see section "Cooking zone controlsand displays")i Child safety lockj Cooktop ON/OFFk

Cooking zone controls anddisplaysTouch controls:l Cooktop ON/OFFm for selecting the power settings andturning on the outer circle of the vari-able zon

Cooking zonesCookingzoneKM 451ø in inches (cm) Rating in wattsy53/4(14.5) 1200w81/4(21) 2000x63/4(17) /63/4x 101/2(17 x 26.5)1400 /2200z53/4(14.5) 120

Cleaning and heating for thefirst timeBefore using for the first time, clean theappliance with a damp cloth and thendry with a soft cloth.Do not use l

Touch controlsThis cooktop has electronic touch con-trols activated by a finger. There is aseparate touch control for each cookingzone. A tone sounds

Turning on a cooking zoneProceed as follows:^When the cooktop is turned on, touchthe control s of the desired cookingzone.In the display of the cookin

Cooktop settingsThe range of settings is the same for all cooking zones:Cooking process SettingsMelting butter, chocolate etc.Dissolving gelatin1 - 2T

Important Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Help protect our environment. . . . . . . . . . . .

Auto heatWhen auto heat has been activated, thecooking zone turns on automatically atthe highest setting and then changes tothe continued cooking sett

Turning on an extendedcooking zoneThe second circle of a variable cookingzone or the extended cooking zone canbe turned on to extend the cookingarea f

To turn off the cooktopThe cooktop can be turned off at anytime.^Touch the ON / OFF touch control sof the cooktop.This turns off all cooking zones. Th

Safety lockKeep children away from the cooktopfor their own safety. In addition, thecooktop has a child safety lock to pre-vent children turning on th

Safety cut-out featureThe cooktop has a safety cut-out fea-ture in case it is not turned off after use.If one of the cooking zones is heatedfor an unu

Safety cut-out if the touch controlsare coveredThe cooktop will turn off automatically ifany of the touch controls are coveredfor more than 10 seconds

Overheating protectionEach burner is equipped with an inter-nal temperature limiter. This automati-cally turns off the heating elements inthe burner b

Energy saving tips–Use pots and pans with flat or slightlyconcave bases for the most efficientcooking. The pan base should restevenly on the ceramic s

The cooktop has two timers, one for therear left cooking zone w and one forthe front left cooking zone y. They canbe used just as a kitchen timer, or

Automatically turning off acooking zoneOnly the rear left w and front left ycooking zones can be programmed toturn off automatically. This function wi

Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28To set the timer. . . .

Never use a steam cleaner to cleanthis appliance. Pressurized steamcould cause permanent damage tothe surface and to components.Do not use any sharp p

All repairs should be performed by atrained technician in strict accor-dance with national and local codes.Any repairs or maintenance per-formed by un

the touch control sensors are oversensitive or do not react at all?The sensitivity level of the sensor hasbeen changed.–Make sure that there is no dir

All electrical work should be by aqualified electrician in accordancewith local and national codes.To reduce the risk of electric shock,disconnect the

In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself please contact:your Miele Dealerorthe Miele Technical Service DepartmentUSA 1-800-999-1360te

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READ THE OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYBEFORE USING THECOOKTOPWARNING -This appliance is intended forresidential cooking only. Themanufacturer cannot

Do not install the cooktop directlyabove a dishwasher, refrigerator orfreezer. Heat radiated by the cooktopmay damage them.If the cooktop is installed

Protection from damageDo not drop anything on the ce-ramic surface of the cooktop. Al-though the ceramic glass is shock andscratch resistant, it is no

Injury preventionDo not touch the cooktop or thearea surrounding it during or imme-diately after use. The cooktop may behot even though it is dark in

Before removing pots and pans, besure to turn off the burners.Do not store items on the appli-ance when not in use. Items couldmelt or catch fire from

Appliance safetyIn the event of any damage to theappliance, it must be turned off im-mediately and disconnected from theelectricity supply by either r