Miele Cooktop KM 418 User Manual

Operating instructions  
Ceramic hob  
with induction  
KM 418  
KM 418-1  
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. 05 621 621  
 
Description of the appliance  
Hob  
Cooking zones  
aRear cooking zone  
(Ø 16 / 19.5 / 23 cm;  
Normal power level / with Booster  
2200 W / 3000 W)  
bFront cooking zone  
(Ø 10 / 13 / 16 cm;  
Normal power level / when rear  
Booster switched on 1400 W /  
600 W)  
Control panel  
cHob ON / OFF sensor switch  
dSensor switch for safety lock  
eSafety lock indicator lamp  
fCooking zone controls  
gSensor switch for Booster function on  
the rear cooking zone  
hMains cable  
iPlug  
(Depending on country of  
destination, the appliance may be  
supplied with or without a plug. The  
plug shown is for illustration only).  
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Description of the appliance  
Cooking zone controls and displays  
jDisplays:  
0
= Cooking zone ready for use  
1 to 9 = Power settings  
H
A
= Residual heat  
= Auto heat-up activated  
(alternating with the continued cooking setting selected)  
= No pan on cooking zone or pan unsuitable  
(see section on suitable pans  
ß
F
= Fault message (see "Problem solving guide")  
= Booster activated (only for the rear cooking zone)  
P
ksensor for setting the power level  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
The electrical safety of this  
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This appliance complies with all  
appliance can only be guaranteed  
relevant legal safety requirements.  
Improper use of the appliance can,  
however, present a risk of both  
personal injury and material  
damage.  
when continuity is complete between it  
and an effective earthing system which  
complies with local and national safety  
regulations. It is most important that this  
basic safety requirement is present and  
tested regularly, and where there is any  
doubt, the household wiring system  
should be inspected by a qualified  
electrician. The manufacturer cannot be  
held liable for the consequences of an  
inadequate earthing system (e.g.  
electric shock).  
To avoid the risk of accidents and  
damage to the appliance, read  
these instructions carefully before  
using it for the first time. They  
contain important notes on the  
installation, safety, operation and  
care of the appliance.  
Do not connect the appliance to the  
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mains electricity supply by an extension  
lead. Extension leads do not guarantee  
the required safety of the appliance  
(e.g. danger of overheating).  
Keep these instructions in a safe  
place for reference and pass them  
on to any future user.  
This appliance must not be installed  
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over a dishwasher, washing machine,  
tumble dryer, refrigerator, freezer or  
fridge-freezer. The high temperatures  
radiated by it could damage the  
appliance below and also impair the  
hob’s ventilation system.  
Building in and connection  
If the appliance is supplied without a  
plug, or if the plug is removed, it must  
be connected to the mains electricity  
supply by a suitably qualified and  
competent electrician in strict  
This equipment may only be used in  
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mobile installations such as ships,  
caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk  
assessment of the installation has been  
carried out by a suitably qualified  
engineer.  
accordance with local and national  
safety regulations. The manufacturer  
cannot be held liable for damage  
caused by incorrect installation or  
connection.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Correct usage  
Use this appliance for the  
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preparation of food only. Any other  
For safety reasons the appliance  
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usage is at the owner's risk and could  
be dangerous. The manufacturer  
cannot be held liable for damage  
caused by incorrect or improper use of  
the appliance.  
must only be operated after it has been  
built in. This is necessary to ensure that  
all electrical components are shielded.  
This appliance is intended for  
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domestic use only and is not to be used  
for commercial purposes.  
This appliance must not be set up or  
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operated in the open air.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Safety with children  
Keep all pans out of reach of  
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children. Turn pan handles inwards  
The appliance is only intended for  
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away from the edge of the hob. Danger  
of burning or scalding.  
use by adults who have read these  
operating instructions.  
Packaging (e.g. cling film,  
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This appliance is not a toy! To avoid  
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polystyrene) and plastic wrappings  
must be kept out of the reach of babies  
and young children. Danger of  
the risk of injury keep children well  
away and do not let them play with it or  
use the controls. They will not  
understand the potential dangers  
posed by it. They should be supervised  
whenever you are working in the  
kitchen.  
suffocation. Dispose of or recycle all  
packaging safely as soon as possible.  
Old appliances must be  
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disconnected from the power supply,  
any plug rendered useless and the  
cable cut off directly behind the  
appliance to ensure it presents no  
danger to children while being stored  
for disposal. This should be done by a  
competent person.  
Older children may use the  
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appliance only when its operation has  
been clearly explained to them, and  
they are able to use it safely,  
recognising the dangers of misuse.  
Supervise its use by the elderly or  
infirm.  
Use the safety lock to prevent  
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children operating the appliance or  
altering the settings.  
The appliance gets hot when in use  
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and remains hot for quite a while after  
being switched off. To safeguard  
against burning, keep children well  
away from the appliance at all times.  
Do not store anything which might  
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arouse a child's interest in storage  
areas above or next to the appliance.  
Otherwise they could be tempted into  
climbing onto the appliance with the  
risk of burning themselves.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Protecting the appliance from  
damage  
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean  
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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.  
Do not drop anything on the ceramic  
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surface. Even a light object such as a  
salt cellar, could cause damage in  
certain circumstances.  
Do not use pots or pans on the  
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ceramic hob with bases with  
Never place hot pans near the  
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pronounced edges or ridges e.g. cast  
iron pans. These could scratch or scour  
the hob surface permanently. Grains of  
salt and sand can also scratch.  
control area. This can damage the  
electronics.  
If a drawer is fitted directly  
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underneath the hob, ensure that there  
is sufficient space between the drawer  
and its contents and underside of the  
appliance in order to ensure sufficient  
ventilation for the hob.  
Do not allow either solid or liquid  
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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.  
In countries where there are areas  
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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.  
Clean the appliance once it has cooled  
down.  
To prevent the risk of spillages etc.  
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burning on, remove any soiling as  
quickly as possible and ensure that pan  
bases are clean, dry and free of  
grease.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Protection from burning and  
scalding  
Do not cover the appliance, e.g.  
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with a cloth, kitchen foil, etc. This could  
be a fire hazard if the appliance is  
switched on by mistake.  
The surface of the appliance is hot  
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when in use, and remains hot for quite  
Never leave the appliance  
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a while after being switched off. There  
is a danger of burning until the residual  
heat indicators go out.  
unattended when cooking with oil or fat  
as these are fire hazards if overheated.  
Very hot oil can catch fire and could  
even set a cooker hood above on fire.  
Always heat fat slowly, watching as it  
heats.  
For added protection it is advisable  
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to use heat-resistant pot holders or  
gloves when using the appliance. Do  
not let them get damp or wet, as this  
causes heat to transfer through the  
material more quickly with the risk of  
scalding or burning yourself.  
If, despite this, oil or fat does catch  
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fire, do not attempt to put out the flames  
with water. Use a suitable fire blanket,  
saucepan lid, damp towel or similar to  
smother the flames.  
Do not heat up unopened tins of  
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food on the hob as pressure will build  
up in the tin and it can explode. This  
could result in injury and scalding or  
damage.  
Do not flambé under a cooker hood.  
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The flames could set the cooker hood  
on fire.  
Do not place objects other than pots  
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and pans on the hob. Be especially  
careful not to place knives, forks or  
spoons etc, or other metallic items on  
the hob. If the hob is switched on, or if  
there is residual heat present, the  
metallic items can heat up and cause  
burning. Remember that metallic items  
can cause the cooking zone to heat up  
unintentionally! Depending on material,  
other non-metallic items can melt or  
burn if placed on the hob. Switch the  
hob off after use.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Appliance faults  
Repairs must only be carried out by  
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a suitably qualified and competent  
In the event of damage or a defect,  
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person. Repairs and other work by  
unqualified persons could be very  
dangerous and could damage the  
appliance. The manufacturer cannot be  
held liable for unauthorised work. Never  
open the housing of the appliance.  
switch off the appliance immediately.  
Disconnect completely from the  
electricity supply. If the appliance has  
not yet been fully installed, the  
electricity cable must be disconnected  
from the supply point. If connected via  
a plug and socket, switch off at the  
socket and withdraw the plug. Contact  
the Service Department.  
While the appliance is under  
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guarantee, repairs should only be  
undertaken by a service technician  
authorised by the manufacturer.  
Do not reconnect the appliance to the  
mains electricity supply until after it has Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated.  
been repaired.  
If there is any damage to the  
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ceramic surface the appliance must be  
disconnected from the mains electricity  
supply immediately and not used until it  
has been repaired. Danger of electric  
shock.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Electromagnetic fields  
Further safety notes  
For people fitted with a heart  
Ensure pans are placed centrally  
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pacemaker:  
over the cooking zone to prevent  
Please note that the area immediately  
surrounding the hob is  
unnecessary exposure to the  
electro-magnetic field.  
electromagnetically charged, and that  
this could affect a pacemaker.  
When using an electric socket near  
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the appliance, care should be taken  
that the cable of the electrical  
If in any doubt consult the manufacturer  
of the pacemaker or your doctor.  
appliance does not come into contact  
with the hot appliance. The insulation  
on the cable could become damaged,  
giving rise to an electric shock hazard.  
Ensure pans are placed centrally  
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over the cooking zone to prevent  
unnecessary exposure to the  
electromagnetic field.  
Always ensure that food is  
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To prevent damage to items which  
sufficiently cooked or reheated. Many  
factors will affect the overall cooking  
time, including the size and amount of  
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are susceptible to magnetic fields, e.g.  
credit cards, diskettes, pocket  
calculators etc, do not leave them in the food and its temperature. Some foods  
immediate vicinity of the hob.  
may contain micro-organisms which are  
only destroyed by thorough cooking;  
therefore when cooking or reheating  
foods such as poultry, it is particularly  
important that the food is completely  
cooked through. If in doubt, select a  
longer cooking or reheating time.  
Do not use plastic or aluminium foil  
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containers. These melt at high  
temperatures and could damage the  
ceramic surface. Fire hazard.  
Spray canisters, aerosols and other  
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inflammable substances must not be  
stored in a drawer under the hob.  
Cutlery inserts must be heat-resistant.  
The manufacturer cannot be held  
liable for damage caused by  
non-compliance with these Warning  
and Safety instructions.  
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Caring for the environment  
Disposal of the packing  
material  
Disposal of your old appliance  
Electrical and electronic appliances  
often contain materials which, if  
handled or disposed of incorrectly,  
could be potentially hazardous to  
human health and to the environment.  
They are, however, essential for the  
correct functioning of your appliance.  
Please do not therefore dispose of your  
old appliance with your household  
waste.  
The transport and protective packing  
has been selected from materials which  
are environmentally friendly for disposal  
and can normally be recycled.  
Packaging (e.g. cling film, polystyrene)  
and plastic wrappings must be kept out  
of the reach of babies and young  
children. Danger of suffocation.  
Dispose of or recycle all packaging  
materials safely as soon as possible.  
Please dispose of it at your local  
community waste collection / recycling  
centre and ensure that it presents no  
danger to children while being stored  
for disposal.  
It should be unplugged or  
disconnected from the mains electricity  
supply by a competent person. If  
connected by a plug, the plug must be  
rendered useless and the cable cut off  
directly behind the appliance to prevent  
misuse.  
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Before using for the first time  
General notes  
Cleaning and heating up for  
the first time  
A dash (-) will appear in the display for  
the rear cooking zone and a 1 will  
appear in the display for the front  
cooking zone for a few seconds when  
the appliance is first connected to the  
power supply or after a power cut. The  
hob is ready for use as soon as these  
displays disappear.  
Before using for the first time clean the  
appliance with a damp cloth and then  
dry with a soft cloth.  
Do not use washing up liquid to  
clean the ceramic surface as it can  
leave a blue sheen which may be  
difficult to remove.  
This appliance operates using the  
induction principle. This means that the  
cooking zones will only work if they are  
covered by a pan with a magnetic base  
(see section "Suitable pans").  
Metal components have a protective  
coating which may give off a slight  
smell when the hob is heated up for the  
first time. The smell and any vapours  
will dissipate after a short time and do  
not indicate a faulty connection or  
appliance.  
A light humming or clicking sound may  
be audible when the appliance is  
switched on. This is quite normal with  
induction heat.  
Please stick the extra data plate for the  
appliance supplied with this  
documentation in the space provided in  
the "After sales service" section of this  
booklet.  
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Operation  
The induction principle  
– Induction will not work if no pan is  
present, the pan is unsuitable or too  
small. In the above circumstances,  
the power setting selected will  
An induction coil is located under each  
cooking zone. When a zone is switched  
on this coil creates a magnetic field.  
This magnetic field in turn creates  
(induces) current in the base of the pan  
on it (which must be magnetic). This  
heats up the base of the pan. The  
cooking zone itself is heated up  
indirectly by the heat given back off by  
the pan.  
disappear from the cooking zone  
display and the ßsymbol will appear:  
If, while the ß is still lit up, a pan of  
suitable material and size is placed  
on the cooking zone, operation will  
recommence at the previously  
selected setting.  
The following points should be noted  
when cooking by induction:  
– Induction cooking zones will only  
work when covered by a pan with a  
magnetic base (see "Suitable pans").  
Unsuitable pans will not heat up.  
Otherwise the cooking zone will  
switch itself off automatically after 10  
minutes and a 0 will appear in the  
display.  
– Induction cooking zones adapt their  
power output to the diameter of the  
pan base:  
Do not place knives, forks or spoons  
etc., or other metallic items on the  
hob. If the hob is switched on, or if  
there is residual heat present, the  
metallic items can heat up and  
cause burning. Remember that  
metallic items can cause the  
cooking zone to heat up  
smaller diameter =  
smaller output  
larger diameter =  
greater output  
However, for induction to take place,  
the diameter must not be too small  
(see "Suitable pans").  
unintentionally!  
Switch the hob off after use.  
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Operation  
Noises  
The appliance has a cooling fan to help  
extend the life of the electronics. When  
the hob is being used intensively, this  
will come on and you will hear a  
whirring sound. The fan may continue  
to run after the appliance has been  
switched off.  
When using an induction hob, 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.  
– If the pan base is made of layers of  
different materials (e.g. in a  
sandwiched base), it might emit a  
cracking sound.  
– Whistling might occur if both zones  
are being used on the highest setting  
at the same time, and the pans also  
have bases made of layers of  
different materials.  
– You might hear a clicking sound from  
the electronic switches, especially on  
lower settings.  
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Operation  
Pans  
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.  
Suitable pans  
Induction cooking zones will only work  
when covered by a pan with a  
magnetic base.  
Suitable pans include:  
– stainless steel pans with a magnetic  
base  
Pan size  
– enamelled steel pans  
– cast iron pans  
The diameter of the pan base must be  
at least as big as the inner marking on  
the zone it is being used on. If the  
diameter of the pan is too small the  
induction heating will not work. A ß will  
appear in the cooking zone display.  
Unsuitable pans:  
– stainless steel pans without a  
magnetic base  
Please note that the maximum diameter  
quoted by manufacturers often refers to  
the diameter of the top rim of the pot or  
pan. The diameter of the base  
– aluminium and copper pans  
– glass, ceramic or earthenware pots  
and pans  
To test a pot or pan for suitability for  
use on an induction hob:  
(generally smaller) is more important.  
Tips on saving energy  
^ Fill the pan with some water and  
place it on a cooking zone.  
Use a pan lid whenever possible to  
minimise heat loss.  
^ Switch on the cooking zone and  
select a high cooking level.  
If the pan is not suitable, the power  
setting selected will disappear from the  
cooking zone display after a few  
seconds and the ß symbol will appear.  
Please be aware that the properties of  
the pan base can affect the eveness  
with which food heats up in the pan.  
uncovered  
covered  
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Operation  
Function of the sensor  
switches  
Switching on  
The hob must be switched on before  
any of the zones can be used.  
This hob is equipped with electronic  
sensor switches. They react to finger  
contact.  
To switch the hob on:  
To operate a cooking zone touch the  
relevant sensor. An audible tone  
confirms when a sensor reacts to being  
touched.  
^ Touch the ON / OFF sensor s.  
A 0 appears in the display for each of  
the zones. If no further entry is made,  
the hob will switch itself off after a few  
seconds for safety reasons.  
Make sure that only one sensor is  
touched at a time (except: when  
switching off a cooking zone), and  
keep the control area clean. Do not  
put things down on it. The sensors  
may fail to react or they could  
mistake the article or any dirt for a  
finger tip contact, thereby activating  
a function or even leading to the hob  
switching itself off automatically (see  
the section on "Safety switch-off".)  
Never place hot pans on the sensor  
switches. This can damage the  
electronics.  
To switch a cooking zone on:  
^ Select a power setting between 1 and  
9 by touching the - or + sensor.  
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Operation  
Settings  
The range of settings is the same for all cooking zones:  
Cooking process  
Settings  
Melting butter, chocolate etc.  
Dissolving gelatine  
1 - 2  
Preparing yoghurt  
Thickening sauces containing egg yolk and butter  
Warming small quantities of food/liquid  
Keeping warm food which sticks easily  
Cooking rice  
1 - 3  
Warming liquid and semi-solid foods  
Thickening sauces, e.g. Hollandaise  
Making porridge  
2 - 4  
Preparing omelettes, lightly fried eggs  
Steaming fruit  
Defrosting deep frozen food  
Steaming vegetables, fish  
3 - 5  
Cooking dumplings, potatoes, pulses  
Pulse soups and broths  
Bringing to the boil and continued cooking of large  
quantities of food  
5 - 6  
Gentle braising (without overheating the fat) of meat, fish,  
vegetables, fried eggs etc.  
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Frying potato cakes, pancakes etc.  
7 - 8  
9
Boiling large quantities of water  
Bringing to the boil  
These settings are guidelines only, based on approx. 4 helpings. With deep pans,  
large quantities or without the lid on, a higher setting is needed. With smaller  
quantities select a lower setting.  
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Operation  
Auto heat-up  
To activate Auto heat-up:  
When Auto heat-up has been activated, ^ Select setting 9 by pressing the - or +  
the cooking zone switches on  
sensors.  
automatically at the highest setting and  
then switches to the continued cooking  
setting which you have previously  
^ Press the + sensor (again).  
An A will appear in the display for as  
selected. The heat-up time depends on long as the + is being pressed. When  
which continued cooking setting has  
been chosen (see chart).  
the sensor is released, power setting 9  
will appear, alternating with A.  
As the higher continued cooking  
^ While the A and 9 are flashing  
alternately, you can use the - control  
to select a continued cooking setting.  
If the display is no longer flashing,  
press the + sensor again.  
settings are generally used for frying  
food, only a relatively short heat-up time  
is needed to heat up the pan initially.  
Taking a pan off the zone whilst Auto  
heat-up is in operation interrupts the  
Auto heat-up. It will resume if a pan is  
placed back on the zone within  
10 minutes.  
During the heat-up time, the display will  
show A alternating with the continued  
cooking setting selected, e.g. 7.  
Continued  
cooking setting in minutes and  
seconds (approx.)  
Heat-up time  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1 : 15  
1 : 40  
2 : 10  
3 : 00  
5 : 05  
7 : 40  
1 : 40  
2 : 10  
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During the heat-up time the continued  
cooking setting can be increased using  
the + sensor. The heat-up time will  
increase accordingly.  
The continued cooking setting can,  
however, only be reduced using the -  
sensor during the first few seconds  
after activating the Auto heat-up  
function. At the end of this time,  
reducing the continued cooking time  
will switch the Auto heat-up function off.  
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Operation  
Booster  
The extra boost of energy is only  
available by taking a proportion of  
energy away from the front cooking  
zone. Whilst the booster is enagaged,  
the front cooking zone will operate at a  
maximum setting of 7, even if a higher  
power setting, e.g. 8, is selected. To  
indicate that this is happening, the 8  
will flash alternately with the 7 until the  
Booster switches off again.  
The rear cooking zone is equipped with  
a booster, i.e. an increase in the power  
level.  
If activated, the cooking zone will  
operate on power setting 9 with an  
extra boost of power for a period of 10  
minutes. This boost is intended for  
quickly bringing large quantities of  
water to the boil, e.g. when cooking  
pasta.  
Procedure:  
^ Switch the hob on.  
^ Press the B sensor.  
Engaging the Booster also  
automatically overrides any Auto  
heat-up function set for both cooking  
zones.  
A P will appear in the display for the  
rear cooking zone.  
Taking a pan off the rear zone whilst the  
Booster is in operation, interrupts the  
Booster. It will resume if a pan is placed  
back on the zone within 10 minutes.  
After 10 minutes, the zone will  
automatically revert to the normal  
power setting 9 and the P will go out.  
The Booster can be cancelled early by  
– pressing the B sensor again,  
– pressing the - sensor on the rear  
cooking zone.  
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Operation  
Switching off and residual heat The residual heat indicator will not go  
out until the cooking zone is safe to  
indicators  
touch.  
To switch off a cooking zone:  
Do not touch or place any  
^ Touch the - and + sensors for the  
zone you want to switch off at the  
heat-sensitive objects on the  
cooking zones while the residual  
same time.  
heat indicators are on.  
Danger of burning and fire.  
A 0 will light up in the display for that  
zone for a few seconds. If the cooking  
zone is still hot then residual heat will  
be indicated in the display.  
To switch off the hob:  
^ Touch the ON/OFF sensor s.  
This switches off all cooking zones. The  
residual heat indicator will appear in the  
display of any cooking zone which is  
still hot.  
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Operation  
Safety lock  
To activate the safety lock:  
Keep children away from the hob for  
their own safety. In addition, your  
appliance is equipped with a safety  
lock to prevent children switching on  
the hob and cooking zones or altering  
the settings.  
^ Touch the sensor for the safety lock  
L until the indicator lamp above it  
comes on.  
To de-activate the safety lock:  
^ Touch the sensor for the safety lock  
L until the indicator lamp above it  
goes out.  
The safety lock can only be activated  
and de-activated when the hob is  
switched on.  
When the safety lock is activated:  
– the cooking zone power setting  
cannot be changed.  
– the cooking zones and the hob can  
only be switched off by pressing the  
ON / OFF sensor s.  
– if the hob is then switched back on  
again, the cooking zones can no  
longer be operated.  
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Operation  
Safety switch-off  
Safety switch-off if the sensors are  
covered  
Safety switch-off with an over-long  
cooking time  
Your hob will switch itself off  
automatically if one or several of the  
sensors remain covered for more than  
about 10 seconds, for example by  
finger contact, food boiling over, or by  
an object such as an oven glove or a  
tea towel. The residual heat symbol H  
will light up in the display of a cooking  
zone that is still hot.  
Your hob is fitted with a safety  
switch-off feature in case you forget to  
switch it off yourself.  
If one of the cooking zones is heated  
for an unusually long period of time  
(see chart), and the power settings are  
not altered, the hob will switch itself off  
automatically and the appropriate  
residual heat indicator will appear.  
^ Clean the control area or remove the  
obstruction.  
^ Switch the hob back on again with  
the ON / OFF sensor s. The cooking  
zones can now be used again as  
normal.  
Power setting  
Maximum  
operating time in  
hours  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
5
5
4
3
2
2
2
1
^ If you wish to use the cooking zones  
once again, switch the hob back on  
again in the usual way.  
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Operation  
Overheating protection  
To prevent the overheating protection  
from cutting in again:  
The induction coil on a cooking zone  
can overheat if:  
– use pots and pans which conduct  
heat properly.  
– the pan is not conducting heat  
properly  
– heat fats or oils up on a medium  
power setting only.  
– fats or oils are heated up on the  
highest power setting.  
The overheating protections works on  
the affected cooking zone in one of the  
following ways:  
– If the rear cooking zone with the  
Booster function is affected and the  
Booster is switched on, then the  
Booster will be switched off.  
– If power setting 9 has been set, the 9  
will flash, alternating with the 8, i. e.  
the cooking zone power level has  
been reduced to 8.  
– The affected cooking zone switches  
itself off automatically. The display  
first shows a 0 and then the residual  
heat indicator.  
The cooking zone can be used again  
as soon as it has cooled down to a safe  
level.  
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Operation  
If the cooling elements overheat:  
Note:  
The cooking zone cooling elements can ^ If a drawer is fitted directly  
overheat if the appliance does not have  
sufficient ventilation.  
underneath the hob, ensure that  
there is sufficient space between the  
drawer and its contents and  
underside of the appliance in order to  
ensure sufficient ventilation for the  
hob.  
The overheating protection affects the  
whole hob in one of the following ways:  
– If the Booster is operating it will be  
switched off.  
^ If the overheating protection is  
activated again contact the Service  
Department.  
– If power setting 9 has been set, the 9  
will flash, alternating with the 8, i. e.  
the cooking zone power level has  
been reduced to 8.  
– All cooking zones switch themselves  
off automatically and the displays  
show a flashing 0.  
As soon as the cooling elements have  
cooled down sufficiently, the cooking  
zones will automatically continue to  
operate at the power setting previously  
selected.  
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Cleaning and care  
Clean the appliance regularly,  
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  
preferably after each use. Allow the hob  
to cool down before cleaning.  
To prevent the risk of spillages burning  
on, remove any soiling as soon as  
possible, and ensure that pan bases  
are clean, dry and free of grease.  
components, for which the  
Most soiling can be wiped off using a  
damp cloth. Stubborn soiling may need  
to be removed with a shielded scraper  
blade.  
manufacturer cannot accept liability.  
Do not use any sharp objects which  
could damage the seal between the  
ceramic surface and the  
After cleaning, dry thoroughly with a  
soft cloth to prevent a build-up of  
limescale deposits  
surrounding frame and between the  
frame and the worktop.  
To remove any limescale deposits,  
caused for example by water boiling  
over as well as metallic marks e.g. from  
saucepan bases, the ceramic surface  
can be cleaned using a proprietary  
cleaning agent for ceramic surfaces.  
Follow the manufacturer's instructions  
on the packaging and apply using a  
soft cloth or kitchen paper towel.  
Never use cleaners containing sand,  
soda, alkalis, acids or chlorides,  
oven sprays, dishwasher  
detergents, nor steel wool, abrasive  
cleaning agents, hard brushes,  
scouring pads and cloths. You  
should also avoid using sponges  
etc. which have previously been  
used with abrasive cleaning agents,  
as this will damage the surface.  
Finally, wipe the hob surface with a  
damp cloth and then dry it with a clean  
soft cloth. Ensure that every trace of  
cleaner has been removed from the  
surface. Any remaining trace could  
have a corrosive effect on the hob  
when it is next heated up.  
Do not use washing up liquid to  
clean the ceramic surface as it can  
leave a blue sheen which may be  
difficult to remove.  
E-Cloth  
Note that some cleaning agents contain  
a protective additive designed to  
prevent water marks and smears  
adhering to the surface.  
A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from  
the Miele UK Spare Parts Department  
which is suitable for cleaning surfaces  
such as stainless steel, glass, plastic  
and chrome without the use of  
chemicals.  
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Cleaning and care  
Should any sugar, plastic or  
aluminium foil spill or fall on to a hot  
cooking zone while it is in use, first  
switch off the appliance. Then, immedi-  
ately, while they are still hot, scrape off  
all remains of these materials using a  
shielded scraper blade. Take care not  
to burn yourself.  
Allow the hob to cool down and then  
clean with a suitable proprietary  
ceramic cleaner.  
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Problem solving guide  
... an ß appears in the display for a  
Repairs to electrical appliances  
must only be carried out by a  
suitably qualified and competent  
person in accordance with local and  
national safety regulations.  
Unauthorised repairs could be  
dangerous. The manufacturer  
cannot be held liable for  
cooking zone  
Check whether  
– the zone was switched on by mistake  
without a pan on it.  
– the pan being used is suitable for  
use on an induction zone, and that it  
is large enough (see "Suitable pans").  
unauthorised work.  
However, some minor problems can be  
resolved as follows:  
... an F appears in the display for a  
cooking zone  
What to do if ...  
The temperature sensor for that  
cooking zone is defective.  
... the hob or cooking zones cannot  
be switched on  
Do not use this zone until it has been  
repaired.  
Check whether  
Contact your nearest Service Dept.  
(See back page for address).  
– the pans in use are suitable.  
– the safety lock is activated.  
If necessary, deactivate it (see  
"Safety lock").  
... an individual cooking zone or the  
whole hob has switched itself off  
automatically  
– the mains fuse has blown.  
If none of the above is the case, then  
disconnect the appliance from the  
electricity supply for approx. 1 minute.  
To do this:  
The safety switch-off feature or the  
overheating protection mechanism has  
been triggered (see "Safety switch-off"  
and "Overheating protection").  
– switch it off at the isolator, or  
– switch off at the socket and withdraw  
the plug, or  
– withdraw the mains fuse.  
Reconnect to the mains supply and  
switch the appliance on. If it still does  
not heat up then contact a qualified  
electrician or the Miele Service  
Department.  
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Problem solving guide  
... one of the following faults has  
occured:  
... the cooling fan continues to run  
after the appliance has been  
switched off.  
– The Booster function has  
automatically switched off early.  
This is not a fault. The fan will continue  
running until the appliance has cooled  
down. It will then switch itself off  
automatically.  
– The selected power setting of 9  
flashes alternately in the display with  
the 8.  
– A 0 flashes in the display for all  
zones.  
The overheating protection mechanism  
has been triggered (see "Overheating  
protection").  
... the food in the pan hardly heats up  
or does not heat up at all when the  
Auto heat-up function is switched on  
This could be because:  
– the pan is not conducting heat  
properly  
– there is too much food in the pan.  
Select a higher continued cooking  
setting next time or start cooking at the  
highest setting and then turn down to a  
lower setting manually later on.  
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Electrical connection  
Connection should be made via a  
suitable isolator or a double pole fused  
spur connection unit which complies  
with national and local safety  
All electrical work should be carried  
out by a suitably qualified and  
competent person in strict  
accordance with current local and  
national safety regulations (BS 7671  
in the UK).  
regulations and the on/off switch should  
be easily accessible after the appliance  
has been built in.  
If the switch is not accessible after  
installation (depending on country) an  
additional means of disconnection must  
be provided for all poles.  
If the connection able is damaged, it  
must be replaced by a special  
connection cable which can be  
obtained from the manufacturer or  
the Technical Service Department.  
For extra safety it is advisable to install  
a residual current device (RCD), with a  
trip current of 30 mA.  
Installation, repairs and other work  
by unqualified persons could be  
dangerous. The manufacturer  
cannot be held liable for  
When switched off there must be an  
all-pole contact gap of at least 3 mm in  
the isolator switch (including switch,  
fuses and relays).  
unauthorised work.  
Ensure power is not supplied to the  
appliance until after installation or  
repair work has been carried out.  
Important U.K.  
The appliance is supplied for  
connection to a 230-240 V, 50 Hz  
supply with a 3-core cable.  
The appliance must only be  
operated when built-in. This is to  
ensure that all electrical parts are  
shielded. Live parts must not be  
exposed.  
The wires in the mains lead are  
coloured in accordance with the  
following code:  
Green/yellow = earth  
Do not connect the appliance to the  
mains electricity supply by an  
extension lead. These do not  
guarantee the required safety of the  
appliance.  
Blue  
= neutral  
= live  
Brown  
WARNING  
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE  
EARTHED  
Please make sure that the connection  
data quoted on the data plate match  
the household mains supply.  
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Electrical connection  
Important  
The electrical safety of this appliance  
can only be guaranteed when  
continuity is complete between the  
appliance and an effective earthing  
system, which complies with local and  
national regulations. It is most important  
that this basic safety requirement is  
present and tested regularly and if  
there is any doubt the electrical wiring  
in the home should be inspected by a  
qualified electrician. The manufacturer  
cannot be held liable for the  
consequences of an inadequate  
earthing system such as an electric  
shock.  
The manufacturer cannot be held  
liable for damage which is the direct  
or indirect result of incorrect  
installation or connection.  
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After sales service  
In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact  
– Your Miele Dealer  
or  
– The Miele Service Department (see address on back cover).  
When contacting the Service Department, please quote the model and serial  
number of your appliance. These are given on the data plate.  
Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training  
purposes.  
Data plate  
Space in which to stick the extra data plate supplied with the appliance. Ensure  
that the model number is the same as the one on the front of these operating  
instructions.  
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