Miele KM 443 Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsCeramic CooktopKM 443To prevent accidents andmachine damage,read these instructionsbefore installation or use.UV04 776 091M.-Nr.

KM 443Burnersa Variable burnerbd Single burnerc Extended burnerTouch controlse Variable burner selectorf Extended burner selectorg Left rear control a

Cooking zonesCooking zone KM 443Ø in inches Ø in cm Rating in watts front lefta43/4"81/4"12217502200rear leftb53/4" 14.5 1200rear right

This cooktop is equipped with elec-tronic touch controls activated by alight touch of the fingertip.Only touch one control at a time. Ifmore than one

Recommended power settingsCooking process SettingMelting butter or chocolateDissolving gelatin1Keeping food warmWarming small quantitiesThickening sau

Locking a burnerOnce selected, the burners can be"locked" in order to prevent accidentalchanging of the settings.To lock the burners:^Press

Automatic pre-heatThis feature is separately available foreach burner, allowing it to reach thedesired cooking temperature quicklywithout manual inter

Variable and extended burnersVariable burnerThe left front burner of the KM 443 is avariable burner. Selection of a large orstandard size cooking area

The cooking surfaceYour ceramic cooktop is made of anextremely hard and durable materialthat should give you many years of useunder normal conditions.

–Using a lid while cooking will mini-mize the loss of heat and decreasethe cooking time.–Sometimes what appear to bescratches are not. Metallic lines

Use a product suitable for cleaningceramic cooking surfaces. If you havedifficulty locating a suitable product,contact Miele’s Technical ServiceDepart

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

Removing melted sugar, syrup,plastic or aluminum foilThese items should be removed assoon as possible while the cooktop isstill warm. Scrape the melte

Repairs to the electrical componentsof this appliance should only beperformed by a trained technician.Repairs by unauthorized personnelcould cause per

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

Please read this section in itsentirety before installing thecooktop.As a general rule there must be atleast 30" (760 mm) between the topof the a

Cutting out the countertop^Cut an opening in the countertop tothe dimensions of your particular mo-del as shown in illustration 2.Please note:There mu

^Guide the power cable through thecut out and connect it to the powersupply.^Align the cooktop with the springclips and press evenly on each sideuntil

The electrical connection of thisappliance should be made by aqualified electrician in accordancewith all local and national codes andordinances.This

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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 other appliances.If the cooktop

Injury preventionDo not touch the cooktop or thearea surrounding it during or im-mediately after use. The cooktop maybe hot even though it is dark in

Use proper pan size -Select pans having flat bottomslarge enough to cover the surface unitheating element. The use of undersizedpans will expose a por

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

Disposal of the packingmaterialsThe cardboard box and packingmaterials protect the appliance duringshipping. They have been designed tobe biodegradabl