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Operating Instructions
Gas Cooktop
KM 404
To prevent accidents and
machine damage,
read the operating instructions
before
installation or use, M-Nr, 05 060 871
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= WHAT TO DO iF YOU SMELL GAS ® Do not try to Jight any appliance. ® Do not touch any etectricaJ switch. ® Do not use any phone in your building. ® immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supptier's instructions. ® if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. (in Massachusetts a ticensed plumber / gas fitter) Note to the installer: PJease
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Guide to the cooktop '_ Grate '_ Burner base '_©Front burner control _ Burner cap '_ Notch '_ Burner indicators _ Burner @ Rear burner control ,t3 Power cord _¢ Ignition safety control (_ Ignitor
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Before using the cooktop C_eaning the cooktop Metal components have a protective coating which may give off a slight odor Before using for the first time clean the the first time your new appliance is appliance as follows: heated, [] Wash the removable parts of the gas The harmless odor will dissipate after a burner in a mild solution of warm short time and does not indicate a water and liquid dish soap, faulty connection or appliance defect, [] Dry and reassemble them in the proper order (see t
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Using the cooktop Turning on and off The control knobs are used to turn the burners on and to regulate the strength of the flames. Since the outer portion of the flame is much hotter than the center, the flame should be set so that its tips do not extend beyond the sides of the pan. Flame tips which extend beyond the sides of the pan are hazardous. Turning off [] Turn the knob clockwise to "®". This stops the flow of gas and turns off ® Cooktop is turned off the burnen Highest flame Lowest flame
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Using the cooktop Pan size Suitable pans - Set the cooktop to a high flame when Any heat resistant pan can be used on using a large diameter pan and low a gas burnen flame when using a small diameter Unlike pans used on an electric pan. cooktop, the bases do not need to be even for good results. Thick pan bases will give more even results, hot spots are reduced due to better heat distribution. Thin pan bases will conduct the heat - Generally, wide / shallow pans will faster but not as evenly as
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Using the cooktop Safety feature Using the cooktop during a power failure This gas cooktop incorporates an Ignition Safety Control which stops the If there is an interruption to the supply of gas if the flame goes out, electrical supply, the gas can be ignited using a match, [] To reignite the burners, turn the control knob clockwise to "®", then [] Press down on the desired control follow the procedures outlined in knob and turn it counterclockwise to "Turning on and off", the large flame symbo
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Cteaning and care Ceramic surface iii_i_i/iii_,,,,,,_iiiiiii ............................................................................................................................................................ _jiIIIIIIIIIId_IIiIIiIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIWji_?_iii The ceramic surface should be cleaned this cooktop. Pressurized steam regularly, preferably after each use. could cause permanent damage to the surface and to components for [] Let your
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Cleaning and care Burners Reassembling the burner The burners can be dismantled and cleaned when completely cool Dismantling and cJeaning [] Remove the burner parts and wash them in a solution of hot water and liquid dish soap. [] Dry them thoroughly. Make sure that the flame holes are clean and completely dry. The shiny surfaces of the burner caps will dul! with time and usage. This is normal and will not affect the operation of the cooktop. [] Clean the burner base, the ignitor and Ignition Sa
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Frequently asked questions _i_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ ,,, the flame goes out after being lit? All repairs should be performed by a [] Check whether the burners are trained technician in strict assembled correctly. accordance with national and local codes. Any repairs or maintenance [] Make sure the gas holes in the performed by unqualified personnel burner ring are clean and open. could be dangerous. ,,, the igniter no longer work? [] Check if there is food residue Some minor problems can b
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After saJes service In the event of a fault which you cannot correct, contact the Miele Technical Service Department: 1-800-999- !360 techserv@mieleusa,com 1-800-565-6435 service@miele,ca When contacting the Technical Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance, These are shown on the data plate, Adhere data plate sticker here: 16
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Help protect our environment Disposam of packing materials Disposa_ of an o_d appliance The cardboard box and packing Old appliances contain materials that materials are environmentally friendly can be recycled, Please contact your for disposal, Please recycle, local recycling center about the possibility of recycling these materials, power cord to prevent it from i electrica! supply and cut off the 17
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When contacting the Technical Service, please quote the model and seria| number of your appiianceo MieJe, Jnc, MieUe Limited Nationam Headquarters National Headquarters 55G East Beaver Creek Road 9 Independence Way Princeton, NJ 08540 Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1E5 Phone: 800o843o7231 Phone: 800=643=5381 609=419m9898 905=707=1t71 Fax: 609m419=4298 Fax: 905=707=0177 www.mieUeusa.com www.mieUe.ca info@mieUe.ca (general enquiries) professionaU@mieUe.ca (commercial Technical Service & Support enquiries)
