User manual MIELE CT 400 P

[. . . ] Operating and installation instructions Built-in Tepan CT 400 P Mobile Tepan CT 400 MP 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. Gir M. -Nr. 23 Drilling holes in the furniture front panel for the switching unit . 31 2 Description of the appliance Built-in Tepan CT 400 P a Tepan plate (approx. Ø 40 cm when heated up) b Control c In-operation indicator light (yellow) d Temperature indicator light (red) e Kitchen furniture front f Mains connection cable * * The appliance may be supplied with or without a plug depending on country of destination. [. . . ] ­ It is important to get the tepan sufficiently hot before use, particularly when browning and sealing meat. If it is not hot enough, the meat will lose too much juice and become tough. Wait until the temperature indicator light has gone out before adding cooking fat. ­ Only use fats and oils which can be heated to high temperatures. ­ Marinating meat helps tenderise the meat as well as provide extra flavour. ­ Pat wet food dry with kitchen paper before cooking to prevent it spitting. ­ To prevent meat drying out, do not season with salt until after it has been cooked. ­ Thicker cuts should be cooked first on a high heat and then finished on a lower setting. ­ Any residues which have stuck to the tepan plate can be used to make a sauce. Add a little water, stock or wine and loosen with a heat-resistant spatula. 15 Cleaning and care 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 components, for which the manufacturer cannot accept liability. Do not use cleaners containing alkalines, soda, acids or chlorides, oven sprays, dishwasher cleaner or abrasive cleaning agents, hard brushes, scouring pads and cloths or steel wool. which have previously been used with abrasive cleaning agents, as this will damage the surface. Neoblank, must not be used on the tepan plate! Tepan plate (Built-in and Mobile Tepan) The tepan plate should be cleaned after each use. Allow the tepan plate to cool down until it can be touched by hand and then loosen the soiling with warm water and a little washing up liquid. Remove the soiling with a spatula and then wipe the surface with a damp cloth. The stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned using a proprietary non-abrasive cleaning agent designed specifically for use on stainless steel. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging carefully. Ensure that every trace of cleaner has been removed from the surface by wiping it carefully with a damp cloth. Any remaining trace of cleaning agent could otherwise get onto food when the appliance is next used. Always dry the surface thoroughly with a soft cloth after cleaning it with water or a damp cloth. [. . . ] This could cause difficulties if the tepan ever needs to be taken out for servicing and possibly result in damage to the frame or the worktop. 28 Shelf CT 400 MA Dimensions Fitting the shelf The shelf can be fitted either on the right or the left hand side of the mobile tepan unit. ^ Screw the brackets supplied to the underside of the shelf (see illustration). ^ Position the shelf on top of the handle so that the handle fits into the groove on the underside of the shelf. ^ Secure the shelf with the screw supplied (see illustration). 29 Electrical connection General notes 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). Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. [. . . ]