Miele KM427 Operations Instructions Page 1

Operating InstructionsCeramic CooktopsKM 421KM 424KM 427To prevent accidents andmachine damage,read these instructionsbefore installation or use.UV05

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

KM 421abcd Single burnersControl knobs for burnerse rear leftf rear rightg front lefth front righti Area with 4 operating-/ residual heat indicator li

KM 424a Single burnerb Extended burnercd Variable burnere Indicator light shows variable burner or extended burner is activatedf Control knobs (positi

KM 427ac Single burnersb Extended burnerde Variable burnersf Indicator light shows variable burner or extended burner is activatedg Area with 5 operat

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

Turning on and offOperating a variable / extendedburnerIf a burner has the symbol n next tothe control knob, you can switch on anadditional outer or e

SettingsThe range of settings is the same for all burners:SettingsMelting butter, chocolate etc.Dissolving gelatin1 - 2Thickening sauces containing eg

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

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Help protect our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

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