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Miele KM 6304 Operating And Installation Instructions

Ceramic cooktops with induction
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Operating and installation instructions
Ceramic cooktops with induction
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.
en - AU, NZ
M.-Nr. 09 937 600

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  • Page 1 Operating and installation instructions Ceramic cooktops with induction 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. en - AU, NZ M.-Nr.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning and Safety instructions ........4 Caring for the environment .
  • Page 3 Con|ctivity and Miele|home ........

  • Page 4: Warning And Safety Instructions

    They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.
  • Page 5 Warning and Safety instructions Correct application This cooktop is designed for domestic use and for use in similar environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed &...
  • Page 6 Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children Small children must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised. Older children may only use the appliance if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
  • Page 7 Installation, maintenance and repairs by unqualified persons could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. A damaged appliance can be dangerous. Check the appliance for visible signs of damage.
  • Page 8 The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. The cooktop is not intended for use with an external timer switch or a remote control system.
  • Page 9 Warning and Safety instructions Danger of electric shock. Do not use the cooktop if it is faulty, or if the ceramic surface is cracked, chipped or damaged in any way. Switch it off immediately, and disconnect it from the mains electricity supply. In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings clean at all times.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Oil and fat can overheat and catch fire. Do not leave the appliance unattended when cooking with oil or fat. If oil or fat does catch fire, do not attempt to put out the flames with water. Disconnect the appliance from the mains and use a suitable fire blanket, saucepan lid, damp towel or similar to smother the flames.
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions If the appliance is installed behind a kitchen furniture door, it may only be used with the furniture door open. Do not close the door whilst the cooktop in use or whilst there is any residual heat present. The appliance gets hot when in use and remains hot for a while after being switched off.
  • Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions Do not use pots or pans on the cooktop with bases with pronounced edges or ridges. These could scratch or scour the ceramic glass surface permanently. Only use pots and pans with smooth bases. Lift pans into position on the cooktop. Sliding them into place will cause scuffs and scratches.
  • Page 13 Warning and Safety instructions Metal utensils stored in a drawer under the cooktop can become hot if the induction cooktop is used intensively for a long time. Do not store any metal items or utensils in a drawer under the cooktop This cooktop is fitted with a cooling fan.

  • Page 14: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposing of your old material appliance The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances has been selected from materials often contain materials which, if which are environmentally friendly for handled or disposed of incorrectly, disposal and should be recycled.

  • Page 15: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Cooktop a Cooking zone with Booster b Cooking zone with Booster c PowerFlex cooking zone with TwinBooster d PowerFlex cooking zone with TwinBooster c + d can be combined to form a PowerFlex cooking area. e Control panel...

  • Page 16: Control Panel

    Guide to the appliance Control panel Sensor controls a On/Off b Numerical keypad - For setting the power level - For setting the time c Safety lock d Booster/TwinBooster e For selecting the cooking zone f For switching on the PowerFlex cooking area g - For selecting the timer - For switching between the timer functions - For selecting the switch-off time (see "Switching off a cooking zone...
  • Page 17 Guide to the appliance Indicator lights i Safety lock j Booster Cooking zone displays = Cooking zone ready for use = Keeping warm function 1 to 9 = Power levels = Level 1 TwinBooster = Booster/TwinBooster level 2 ß = No pan on cooking zone or pan unsuitable (see "Induction") = Residual heat = Auto heat-up when the power level range has been extended...

  • Page 18: Cooking Zones

    Guide to the appliance Cooking zones Cooking zone Minimum to maximum Rating in watts for 230 V** C in cm* 14–20 Normal 1850 Booster 3000 10–16 Normal 1400 Booster 2200 15–23 Normal 2100 TwinBooster level 1 3000 TwinBooster level 2 3650 15 –23 Normal...

  • Page 19: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Please stick the extra data plate for the appliance supplied with this documentation in the space provided in the "After sales service, data plate, warranty" section of this booklet. Alternatively, the additional label can be stuck near the appliance if the appliance markings are not visible after installation.

  • Page 20: Induction

    Induction The induction principle An induction coil is located under each cooking zone. When a cooking zone is switched on, this coil creates a magnetic field which impacts directly on the base of the pan and heats it up. The cooking zone itself is heated up indirectly by the heat given off by the pan.

  • Page 21: Noises

    Induction Noises When using an induction cooking zone, the following noises can occur in the pan, depending on what it is made of and how it has been constructed. – On the higher power settings, it might buzz. This will decrease or cease altogether when the power setting is reduced.

  • Page 22: Pans

    Induction Pans Suitable pans: – stainless steel pans with a base that can be magnetised – enamelled steel pans – cast iron pans Unsuitable pans: – stainless steel pans without a magnetic base – aluminium and copper pans – glass, ceramic or earthenware pots and pans To test whether a pot or pan is suitable for use on an induction cooktop, hold a magnet to the base of the pan.

  • Page 23: Tips On Saving Energy

    Tips on saving energy – Use a pan lid whenever possible to minimise heat loss. uncovered covered – Select a smaller pan when cooking small quantities. A smaller pan uses less energy than a larger pan with very little in it. –...

  • Page 24: Power Level Range

    Power level range The appliance is delivered with 9 power levels programmed as standard. If you wish to fine-tune a setting, you can extend the power level range (see "Programming"). The intermediate setting will be represented by an illuminated dot next to the number.

  • Page 25: Operation

    Operation How the cooktop is operated The cooktop is equipped with electronic sensor controls which react to finger contact. To operate the cooktop, touch the relevant sensor. Each time you touch a sensor, an audible tone sounds. In order to set or alter a power level or the time (depending on model), the cooking zones and the timer must be "active".

  • Page 26: To Switch The Cooktop On

    Operation Fire hazard. Do not leave the appliance unattended whilst it is being used. To switch the cooktop on ^ Touch the s sensor. 0 will appear in each of the cooking zone displays. If no further entry is made, the cooktop will switch itself off after a few seconds for safety reasons.

  • Page 27: Altering The Power Level

    Operation Altering the power level ^ Touch the sensor for selecting the cooking zone you want. The power level will flash in the cooking zone display. ^ Set the power level you want by touching the relevant number on the numerical keypad. If only one of the cooking zones is in operation, you can alter the power level without activating the cooking zone.

  • Page 28: Auto Heat-Up

    Operation Auto heat-up When Auto heat-up has been activated, the cooking zone switches on automatically at the highest power setting and then switches to the continued cooking setting selected. The heat-up time depends on which continued cooking setting has been chosen (see chart). To activate Auto heat-up ^ Touch the sensor for selecting the cooking zone you want.
  • Page 29 Operation Continued Heat-up time cooking setting* in minutes and seconds (approx.) 0 : 15 0 : 15 0 : 15 0 : 15 0 : 25 0 : 25 0 : 50 0 : 50 2 : 00 5 : 50 5 : 50 2 : 50 2 : 50...

  • Page 30: Booster

    Operation Booster The cooking zones are equipped with a Booster or TwinBooster (see "Guide to the appliance"). When activated, the power is boosted for a maximum of 15 minutes so that large quantities can be heated up quickly, e.g. when boiling water for cooking pasta. The Booster function can only be used on two cooking zones at the same time.
  • Page 31 Operation To switch on the Booster ^ Touch the sensor for selecting the cooking zone you want. ^ Select a power level if you wish. ^ Touch the B I/II sensor. The indicator light for the Booster lights up, and h starts to flash in the display.

  • Page 32: Keeping Warm Function

    Operation Keeping warm function Each cooking zone has a keeping warm function "h". The "h" function is between the "0" setting and the "1" setting. This function is for keeping food that has just been cooked warm, i.e. food that is still hot. It is not for reheating food that has gone cold.

  • Page 33: Switching Off And Residual Heat Indicators

    Operation Switching off and residual heat indicators Switching off a cooking zone ^ Touch the sensor for selecting the cooking zone you want twice. A 0 will flash in the cooking zone display for a few seconds. If the cooking zone is still hot, the residual heat indicator will then appear in the display.

  • Page 34: Timer

    Timer The cooktop must be switched on to use the timer. The timer can be used for two different functions: – to set the minute minder – to set a cooking zone to switch off automatically. You can enter a time up to a maximum of 99 minutes. Minute minder To set the minute minder time Example: You want to set 15 minutes.

  • Page 35: To Switch A Cooking Zone Off Automatically

    Timer To switch a cooking zone off automatically You can set a time at the end of which a cooking zone will switch off automatically. All the cooking zones can be programmed at the same time. If the time programmed is longer than the maximum operational time allowed, the cooking zone will switch off after the maximum time allowed (see "Safety switch-off").

  • Page 36: To Use Both Timer Functions At The Same Time

    Timer To use both timer functions at the same time The minute minder and automatic switch-off functions can be used at the same time. If you have programmed in one or more switch-off times, and would like to use the minute minder as well: Touch the m sensor repeatedly until the indicator lights for the cooking zones you have programmed light up constantly and 00 appears in the timer display.

  • Page 37: Safety Features

    Safety features Safety lock / System lock Keep children away from the cooktop for their own safety. Your appliance is equipped with a safety lock to prevent the cooktop and the cooking zones being switched on or any settings being altered. The safety lock is set with the cooktop switched on.
  • Page 38 Safety features Activating Three-finger operation (standard default setting) ^ Touch the $ sensor and the sensors for selecting both right-hand cooking zones at the same time until the safety lock indicator lights up and LC appears in the timer display. The safety lock indicator and LC will go out after a short while.

  • Page 39: Stop And Go

    Safety features Stop and Go Your appliance has a Stop and Go feature which, when activated, reduces the power of all cooking zones in use to power level 1. When Stop and Go is activated, the cooking zone power levels and the setting of the timer cannot be altered and the cooktop can only be switched off.

  • Page 40: Safety Switch-Off

    Safety features Safety switch-off Safety switch-off with an over-long cooking time If one of the cooking zones is heated for an unusually long period of time (see chart) and the power level is not altered, the cooktop will switch itself off automatically and the relevant residual heat indicator will light up.

  • Page 41: Overheating Protection

    – Fat or oil being heated up on a high power level. – Insufficient ventilation to the underside of the appliance. – A hot cooking zone being switched on after a power cut. If the overheating protection mechanism triggers again, contact Miele.

  • Page 42: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Danger of injury. Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance. The steam could reach electrical components and cause a short circuit. The appliance should be cleaned after each use. Let it cool down to room temperature before cleaning. To avoid water marks and limescale deposits, use a soft cloth to dry the appliance after cleaning.
  • Page 43 Wipe off all coarse soiling using a damp cloth. Stubborn soiling may need to be removed with a shielded scraper blade. Then clean the cooktop with the Original Miele ceramic and stainless steel cooktop cleaner (see "Optional accessories") applied with kitchen paper or a clean cloth. Do not apply cleaner whilst the appliance is still hot, as this could result in marking.

  • Page 44: Programming

    Programming You can change the default settings of the programme options (see chart). Several settings can be altered in succession. After selecting programming mode, P (Programme) and S (Status) will appear in the timer display. On cooktops with 3 cooking zones, an additional indicator will appear at the rear left.
  • Page 45 Programming To save settings ^ Touch the s sensor until all the displays go out. To not save settings ^ Touch the $ sensor until all the displays go out.
  • Page 46 Programming Programme* Status** Setting 00 Demonstration Demonstration mode on mode and (after the cooktop is switched on, "dE" factory default will appear in the timer display for a few settings seconds). Demonstration mode off Factory default settings reinstated 01 Stop and Go 02 Power level 9 power levels range...
  • Page 47 System lock Manual activation of the system lock only Manual and automatic activation of the System lock Auto heat-up Miele|home Feature not fitted - only on Signed off communication-enabled Signed on appliances fitted with a communication module.

  • Page 48: Problem Solving Guide

    With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation can be put right without contacting Miele. Please note that a call-out fee will be applied to unnecessary service visits where the problem could have been rectified as described in these operating instructions.
  • Page 49 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy A smell and vapours The smell and vapours will are given off when a be less noticeable with new appliance is each subsequent use being used. before dissipating completely. The ß symbol flashes There is no pan on the Use a suitable pan (see alternately with the...
  • Page 50 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Power level 9 is Operating both zones automatically reduced at power level 9 would if you select power exceed the permitted level 9 on two linked maximum power level cooking zones or for the two zones. extended zones at the same time.
  • Page 51 Interrupt the power supply to the cooktop for approx. 1 minute. If this does not solve the problem, please call Miele. FE flashes alternately with numbers in the timer display. FE 44 The overheating See "Overheating protection".

  • Page 52: Optional Accessories

    These can be ordered online at: or from Miele (see back of manual for contact details). Pans Miele offers a wide range of pans which are perfect for Miele cooktops. Please refer to the Miele website for more details on individual products.
  • Page 53 The cooktop sends information on its operating status via the household electrical supply. To enjoy the benefits of this feature, your appliance needs to be fitted with a communication module. Detailed information about the Miele|home system can be found at www.miele.de. XKM 2100 KM Communication module including installation accessories...
  • Page 54 Miele|home a Communication enabled appliances (examples) b Communication module c SuperVision appliance d Electrical supply (Powerline) e Miele|home Gateway f WLAN) Router Possible connections (optional) g PC, Notebook h iPod* or iPhone* i Connection with a domestic bus system display j Possible internet connection * iPod und iPhone are registered trade marks of Apple Inc.
  • Page 55 Optional accessories Con|ctivity a Communication module XKM 2000 DA b Communication module XKM 2100 KM c Electrical supply (Powerline)

  • Page 56: Con|Ctivity And Miele|Home

    Con|ctivity and Miele|home Signing on the cooktop If you want to – sign on your cooktop to Miele{home, you will need to prepare the sign on process on the master unit first (see Installation instructions - "Miele|home"). – sign on your cooktop to Con|ctivity, you will first need to sign on the rangehood (see Installation instructions - "Con|ctivity").

  • Page 57: Signing Off The Cooktop

    Con|ctivity and Miele|home Signing off the cooktop If you want to sign your cooktop off from Miele{home, you will need to prepare the sign off process on the master unit first (see Installation instructions "Miele|home"). ^ While the cooktop is switched off, touch the s and $ sensors at the same time until the indicator light for the safety lock flashes.

  • Page 58: Safety Instructions For Installation

    Safety instructions for installation After installation, ensure that the The appliance must only be installed connection cable is without hindrance and connected to the electricity and that there is no mechanical supply by a suitably qualified and obstruction which could damage it. competent person in strict accordance with current national All dimensions in this instruction booklet...

  • Page 59: Safety Distances

    Safety distances Safety distance above the appliance When two or more appliances are installed together below a rangehood, e.g. a gas appliance and an electric cooktop, which have different safety distances given in the installation instructions, you should select the greater distance of the two.
  • Page 60 Safety distances Safety distances to the sides and Safety distances underneath the back of the cooktop cooktop Ideally the cooktop should be installed To ensure sufficient ventilation to the with plenty of space on either side. cooktop, a certain gap must be left There may be a wall at the rear or a tall between the underside of the cooktop unit or wall on one side (right or left).

  • Page 61: Notes On Installation

    Notes on installation Seal between the cooktop and the Tiled worktop worktop Grout lines a and the hatched area underneath the cooktop frame must be The sealing strip under the edge of the smooth and even. If they are not, the top part of the appliance provides a cooktop will not sit flush with the sufficient seal for the worktop.

  • Page 62: Building-In Dimensions

    Building-in dimensions a Front b Casing depth c Connection for Miele|home d Mains connection box The mains connection cable (1440 mm long) is supplied separately.

  • Page 63: Installation

    Installation Preparing the worktop Installing the cooktop ^ Make the worktop cut-out for one or ^ Feed the mains connection cable more appliances as applicable. down through the cut-out. Remember to maintain a minimum ^ Place the cooktop centrally in the safety distance (see "Safety cut-out.

  • Page 64: Electrical Connection

    When switched off there must be an type H 05 VV-F, available from all-pole contact gap of at least 3 mm in Miele. the isolator switch (including switch, fuses and relays). Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after installation or repair work has been carried out.

  • Page 65: Wiring Diagram

    Electrical connection Wiring diagram The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and a b c d e an effective earthing system, which complies with current local and national safety regulations. It is most important 200-240 V~ that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested and,...

  • Page 66: After Sales Service, Data Plate, Warranty

    After sales service, data plate, warranty In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact Miele. The contact details for Miele are given at the back of these instructions. When contacting Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance.
  • Page 67 Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011 Miele Experience Centre South Melbourne: 206-210 Coventry Street Miele Experience Centre South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Auckland: Miele Experience Centre and Office Sydney: 8 College Hill 3 Skyline Place Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011 Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086 Telephone:...
  • Page 68 KM 6304 en - AU, NZ M.-Nr. 09 937 600 / 03...

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