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Operating instructions
Gas cooktops
To prevent 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.
en-AU, NZ
M.-Nr. 05 827 401

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Gas cooktops To prevent 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. en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 05 827 401...
  • Page 2 For trouble-free operation of the appliance, it is best to use it in the countries specified for use. For use in other countries, please contact Miele in your country.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning and Safety instructions................ 4 Caring for the environment ................ 15 Overview.......................  16 Cooktop......................... 16 KM 362 / KM 362-1.................. 16 KM 370 / KM 370-1.................. 17 KM 371 ...................... 18 Control knobs......................19 Burner........................20 Wok burner .......................  20 Before using for the first time ................
  • Page 4: Warning And Safety Instructions

    They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users...
  • Page 5 This cooktop is not suitable for outdoor use.  It is intended only to cook food and keep it warm. Any other use is not supported by Miele and could be dangerous.  This cooktop is not intended for use by people (including children)
  • Page 6 Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children  Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.  Older children may use the appliance without supervision if its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely.
  • Page 7  Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.  Damage to the cooktop can compromise your safety. Check the appliance for visible signs of damage. Do not use the cooktop if it is damaged.
  • Page 8 The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.  Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
  • Page 9 If the ceramic surface is faulty, cracked, chipped or damaged in any way, switch off the cooktop immediately. Disconnect it from the mains electricity and gas supply. Call Miele.  If the cooktop is installed behind a furniture door, do not close the door while the cooktop is in operation.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use  The appliance gets hot when in use and remains hot for some time after being switched off. Do not touch the appliance if there is a possibility that it could still be hot. ...
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions  When the appliance is switched on either deliberately or by mistake, or when there is residual heat present, there is the risk of any metal items placed on the cooktop (e.g. cutlery) heating up. Depending on the material, other items left on the appliance could also melt or catch fire.
  • Page 12 If the pan diameter is too large, flames can spread out to the sides and damage or burn the worktop, wall claddings or surrounding units and also parts of the cooktop. Miele cannot be held liable for this type of damage.
  • Page 13 Warning and Safety instructions  If the appliance has not been used for a long period of time it should be thoroughly cleaned before it is used again. It is also advisable to have the appliance tested by a qualified person for safety.
  • Page 14 Warning and Safety instructions Cleaning and care  Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. The steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.
  • Page 15: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposing of your old material appliance The transport and protective packaging Electrical and electronic appliances has been selected from materials which often contain valuable materials. They are environmentally friendly for also contain specific materials, disposal, and can normally be recycled.
  • Page 16: Overview

    Overview Cooktop KM 362 / KM 362-1 a Wok ring Control knobs for the cooking zones: b Wok burner h Front right c Auxiliary burner i Rear right d Normal burner j Rear left e Pan support (2 pieces) k Front left...
  • Page 17 Overview KM 370 / KM 370-1 a Fast burner Control knobs for the cooking zones: b Auxiliary burner i Front right c Wok ring j Rear right d Wok burner k Middle e Normal burner l Rear left f Pan support (3 pieces) m Front left g Symbols to indicate which gas burner the control is for...
  • Page 18 Overview KM 371 a Fast burner Control knobs for the cooking zones: b Auxiliary burner i Front right c Wok ring j Rear right d Wok burner k Middle e Normal burner l Rear left f Pan support (separate for each m Front left burner) g Symbols to indicate which gas...
  • Page 19: Control Knobs

    Overview Control knobs Symbol Description  Burner off, the gas supply is turned off  Strongest flame  Weakest flame...
  • Page 20: Burner

    Overview Auxiliary, normal and fast burners Burner Wok burner a Burner cap b Burner ring c Burner head d Burner base e Ignitor f Ignition safety device...
  • Page 21: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time  Please stick the extra data plate for Switching on the cooktop for the appliance supplied with this the first time documentation in the space provided The metal components have a in the “Service” section of this protective coating which when heated booklet.
  • Page 22: Pans

    Pans – Unlike pans that are used on an Minimum pan base diameter electric cooktop, the bottom of pans Ø cm Burner used on a gas cooktop do not have to be flat to deliver good cooking Auxiliary burner results. Normal burner –...
  • Page 23: Tips On Saving Energy

    Tips on saving energy – Use a pan lid whenever possible to minimise heat loss. – Wide, shallow pans are preferable to tall, narrow ones. They will heat up faster. – Cook with as little water as possible. – Reduce the power setting once the water has come to the boil or the oil is hot enough to fry in.
  • Page 24: Operation

    Operation Switching on during a power outage  Risk of fire with overheated food. If there is an interruption to the Unattended food can overheat and electricity supply, the gas can be ignite. ignited manually, e.g. with a match. Do not leave the cooktop unattended whilst it is being used.
  • Page 25: Adjusting The Flame

    Operation Adjusting the flame Switching off  Turn the control clockwise to position The burners can be regulated at any level between the strongest and “”. weakest flame. This stops the flow of gas and the flame goes out. As the outer part of the flame is much hotter than the centre, the tips of the flames should stay beneath the pan base.
  • Page 26: Safety Features

    Safety features Thermo-electric ignition This appliance has a thermo-electric ignition safety device. If the flame goes out, for example if food has boiled over or if there is a sudden draught, the supply of gas to the burner will be cut off.
  • Page 27: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Unsuitable cleaning agents  Risk of burning due to hot surfaces. To avoid damaging the surfaces of the The cooktop surface, pan supports appliance, do not use: and burners will be hot after use. – cleaning agents containing soda, Allow the cooktop to cool down alkalines, ammonia, acids or before cleaning it.
  • Page 28: Stainless Steel Surfaces

    If necessary, the rough side of a non-scouring sponge can be used.  Finally, dry with a clean soft cloth. Useful tip: The Miele care product for stainless steel can be used after cleaning to help keep your appliance looking good (see “Optional accessories”).
  • Page 29: Ceramic Surface

    Control knobs  Then clean the ceramic glass surface with the Miele ceramic and stainless The control knobs are not steel cooktop cleaner (see “Optional dishwasher safe. accessories”) or with a proprietary...
  • Page 30: Burner

    Cleaning and care Assembling the auxiliary, normal and Burner fast burners The burner components are not dishwasher safe. The burner components should only be cleaned by hand. The surface of the burner caps will become more matt with time. This is quite normal and does not indicate damage to the burner caps.
  • Page 31 Cleaning and care Reassembling the wok burner Ensure parts are reassembled in the correct order after cleaning.  Place the burner head  onto the burner base  so that the ignitor  and the ignition safety device  extend through their respective holes in the burner head.
  • Page 32: Problem Solving Guide

    With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remedied without contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because you won't need a service call.
  • Page 33 The ignitor on the The mains circuit breaker has tripped. burner does not spark.  If it has, contact a qualified electrician or Miele. There is food residue stuck between the ignitor and the burner cap. The ignition safety device is dirty.
  • Page 34: Optional Accessories

    These products can be ordered from the Miele online shop. They can also be ordered directly from Miele (see end of this booklet for contact details). Original Miele all purpose microfibre cloth Removes finger marks and light soiling.
  • Page 35: Service

    Service Contact in case of fault In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact Miele. Contact information for Miele can be found at the end of this document. Please quote the model and serial number of your appliance when contacting Miele.
  • Page 39 Miele Experience Centre South Melbourne: Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011 206-210 Coventry Street South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Miele Experience Centre Auckland: Miele Experience Centre and Office Sydney: 8 College Hill 3 Skyline Place Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011 Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086 Telephone:...
  • Page 40 KM 362 / KM 362-1 / KM 370 / KM 370-1 / KM 371 en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 05 827 401 / 08...

This manual is also suitable for:

Km 370Km 362-1Km 371Km 370-1

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