Miele KM 344 User Manual

Installation InstructionsGas CooktopsKM 342KM 344To prevent accidents andmachine damage,read these instructionsbefore installation or use.UV05 649 320

This appliance must be electricallygrounded according to local or na-tional codes.All electrical work should be per-formed by a qualified electrician

Wiring diagramElectrical connection11

Installation and service must be per-formed by a qualified installer, ser-vice agency or the gas supplier.In Massachusetts a licensedplumber/gasfitter

Make sure that the maximum gas sup-ply pressure before the gas pressurereguator is never more than1/2psi forboth natural gas or LP gas.The minimum req

Gas pressure regulatorA pressure regulator that is convertiblefrom natural to LP gas (Propane) is in-cluded with the appliance. The ad-justed pressure

Nominal Rating TableKM 342 G KM 344 GNG / LP-Gas NG / LP-GasNormal burner BTU/hr kW BTU/hr kWMax. output 9.000 2.6 9.000 2.6Min. output 1.700 0.50 1.7

All cooktops come set for connection toeither natural gas or LP gas. The ad-justment of the included regulator cor-responds with the gas type of theco

To convert the burnersTurn off the main gas supply (if theappliance has already been in-stalled) and disconnect the appli-ance from the main electrial

To change the orifices and needlevalves the appliance has to be openedby removing the burners.Normal/Fast burner^ Remove the grates and the burnercap,

Changing the needle valvesNormal/Fast burner^ Take off the ignition switch, a.^ Loosen the needle valve, b, with ascrewdriver and remove them with apa

2WARNING:If the information in this manual is not followedexactly, a fire or explosion may result causingproperty damage, personal injury or death.–Do

Changing the orificesNormal/Fast burnerWok burner^Using a 7mm nut driver or socketwrench, unscrew the orifice.^Install the new orifice according tothe

Changing the small burner orificed Small burner orificee Air sleevef Air vent^First, loosen fitting, c, using an 8 mmwrench. Hold nut, b, with a 12 mm

Check the intake aira Lock screwb Air sleeveGap X must measure:–1/2" (13 mm) for natural gas–1/4" (6.5 mm) for LP gas^To adjust the gap, loo

After conversion–After converting the cooktop unit toLP gas, stick the label supplied withthe conversion kit next to the dataplate underneath the appl

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Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Appliance dimensions. . . . . . . . . .

InstallationThe minimum distances given inthese Installation Instructions mustbe observed in order to ensure safeoperation. Failure to do so increases

Gas appliances should only be in-stalled in a well ventilated area.Install the appliance so that thepower cord or gas piping does notcome into contact

KM 342a Built-in depthAppliance dimensions6(max.R4 mm)(914mm)36"(889mm)35"(542mm)(518mm)2033(min.635mm)25"(min.47mm)1(min.70mm)23 / 4

KM344a Built-in depthAppliance dimensions7(1079mm)421 / 2 "(1054mm)411 / 2 "(542mm)215 / 1 6 "(518mm)203 / 8 "(min.70mm)2

Setting the cooktop into place^Remove the protective backing, d,from the seal, c, supplied and stick itunder the edge of the cooktop.^Screw the gas re

The cooktop must not be perma-nently sealed into the countertopwhen installed.If the cooktop is sealed into position,the countertop or appliance could