User manual MIELE KM5621

[. . . ] Operating and Installation Instructions Ceramic Cooktop KM 5621 KM 5624 KM 5627 To prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructions before installation or use. en - US, CA M. -Nr. 34 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Children WARNING- When using your appliance follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before installation or use to prevent injury and appliance damage. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS for a future user. ~ Children should not be left unattended in an area where the appliance is in use. [. . . ] Do not touch the burner or rest any objects on the cooktop when the residual heat indicator is on. Danger of burns! 14 Selecting cookware ­ Use cookware with thick, flat, smooth bottoms. Energy saving tips ­ For the most even and energy efficient cooking, the diameter of the pots/pans should match the diameter of the burners as closely as possible. cold hot too small fits ­ Cast iron, glass or stoneware should not be used because they have poor heat transfer and may scratch the cooktop surface. ­ Copper bottom and aluminum pans may leave a residue on the cooktop in the form of metallic lines. These lines can be removed using a non-abrasive ceramic cooktop cleaner or a shielded scraper blade. Each time this residue is allowed to melt it becomes harder to remove and may mar the appearance of the cooktop. In this way you will avoid streaking from friction and scratching. ­ Whenever possible, keep pots and pans closed while cooking. This helps keep in the most possible heat. open closed ­ Use a small pot for small amounts. A small pot on a small burner needs less energy then a larger partly filled pot on a large burner. ­ Use little water when cooking and take care to select a lower energy level as soon as cooking is completed. ­ For longer cooking periods, you can switch off the cooking zone 5 to 10 minutes before the total cooking time is completed. The residual heat will continue to cook the food. 15 Overheat protection Each cooking zone is equipped with a temperature limiter. This feature automatically turns off the heating element before the glass ceramic becomes too hot. Once the ceramic surface has cooled to a safe temperature the heating element will automatically turn back on. The overheat protection may be activated by: ­ turning on a burner without putting a pan on it. If the heating elements cycle on and off, even at the highest setting, the overheating protection has been activated. 16 Cleaning and Care Do not use a steam cleaner to clean this appliance. Steam could penetrate electrical components and cause a short circuit. Do not use any sharp pointed objects which could damage the seal between the ceramic surface, the surrounding frame and the countertop. Never use abrasive cleaners, caustic (oven) cleaners, dishwasher detergent, scouring pads, steel wool or hard brushes. The ceramic surface can be cleaned using a cleaner for ceramic surfaces. Make sure that no cleaner residue remains on the ceramic surface by carefully wiping the cooktop with a damp cloth. After cleaning dry the ceramic surface with a soft cloth to prevent a build up of limescale deposits. [. . . ] The gap between the frame and the countertop will narrow after a little time has passed. ^ Create the countertop cutout as shown in the "Installation dimensions". Observe the safety distances (see "Installation Safety Instructions"). ^ Seal the cut surfaces with a suitable sealant to avoid swelling caused by moisture. [. . . ]