Operating Instructions
Gas Cooktop
KM 320
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en - US, CA
To prevent accidents and
machine damage,
read the Operating Manual
before installation or use.
M.-Nr. 05 403 541
Contents
Guide to the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Before using the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Safety feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Help protect our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Installation and connection
Before servicing, turn off the gas
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valve and disconnect the power supply
When using your gas appliance
follow basic safety precautions
including the following:
by either removing the fuse, unplugging
the unit or manually "tripping" the circuit
breaker.
This equipment has not been
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Read all instructions before using for
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designed for maritime use or for use in
mobile installations such as aircraft or
recreational vehicles. However, under
certain circumstances it may be
possible for an installation in these
applications. Please contact the
nearest Miele Dealer or the Miele
Technical Service Department with
specific requirements.
the first time.
Be certain your appliance is
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properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician.
To guarantee the electrical safety of
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this appliance, continuity must exist
between the appliance and an effective
grounding system. It is imperative that
this basic safety requirement be met. If
there is any doubt, have the electrical
system of the house checked by a
qualified electrician. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for
After connecting the appliance test
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for leaks according to the installation
instructions.
If there is any doubt concerning
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installation contact Miele’s Technical
Service Department.
damages caused by the lack, or
inadequacy, of an effective grounding
system.
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Install the appliance so that the
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power cord or gas piping does not
come into contact with any portion of
the cooktop which may become hot
during use.
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Do not connect the appliance to the
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main electrical supply using an
extension cord. Extension cords do not
meet the safety requirements of this
appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Correct usage
Do not use pans with too large of a
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bottom diameter. Using larger pans
Do not operate the cooktop until it is
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may cause the flames to spread out
and damage the surrounding
countertop or other countertop
appliances.
properly installed in the countertop.
This appliance is intended for
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residential cooking only.
Use the appliance only for its
For safety and stability, do not use
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intended purpose. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for
damages caused by improper use of
the cooktop.
pans with a bottom diameter smaller
than the grate.
Only certain types of glass / ceramic
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or other glazed cookware are suitable
for use on a cooktop without breaking
due to a sudden temperature change.
Take care that drafts do not blow
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flammable material toward the flames
or push the flames so that they extend
beyond the edges of the pan.
Do not store aerosols, combustibles
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and / or any other easily flammable
materials underneath or adjacent to the
cooktop.
Never use the cooktop to warm the
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room.
Install the cooktop in a room that
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Protection from damage
has sufficient ventilation.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
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This appliance must not be
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the appliance. Steam could penetrate
electrical components and cause a
short circuit.
operated outdoors.
Do not use aluminum foil to line any
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part of the cooktop.
Spills containing salt or sugar
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For proper lighting and performance
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should be removed immediately.
of the burners, keep the igniters clean
and dry.
Do not drop anything on the ceramic
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surface of the appliance. Although the
ceramic glass is shock and scratch
resistant, it is not shock or scratch
proof.
Make sure all components of the
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gas burners are assembled correctly
before using the cooktop.
Ensure that any burners in use are
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always covered with a pan.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal safety
Do not leave the cooktop
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unattended while in use. Overheated
The burners become very hot when
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food can ignite.
in use. Make sure that no one comes in
contact with them.
Do not use water on grease fires.
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Smother any fire or flame, or use a dry
chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
Do not store toys or items of interest
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to children in cabinets above or behind
the cooktop. Children climbing onto the
cooktop to reach these items may
become seriously injured.
Do not flambé under an exhaust
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hood. Flames could be drawn up into
the hood by the suction or the grease
filters may ignite.
Do not leave children unattended in
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an area where the appliance is in use.
For safety reasons the flame should
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be adjusted to be the same size as the
bottom of the pan or smaller. Do not
use small pans with high flame settings
as the flames can climb the sides of the
pan.
Do not allow children to operate or
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play with the cooktop. Keep all pans
out of the reach of children.
Use only dry, heat resistant
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potholders. Moist or damp potholders
used on hot surfaces can result in
steam burns. Do not let the potholder
touch the hot burners. Do not use
towels or other bulky items near the
appliance.
Only use cooking utensils suitable
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for cooktop use.
Always position pan handles and
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utensils inward so they do not extend
over adjacent work areas, burners, or
the edge of the cooktop.
Be aware of loose fitting or hanging
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clothing while operating the cooktop,
they present a fire hazard.
If there is a drawer directly
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underneath the appliance without any
wooden base in between, ensure that
no aerosols, combustible liquids or
other easily flammable materials are
kept in it. If cutlery inserts are to be
placed in the drawer, these must be
made of heat-resistant material.
Do not heat unopened food
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containers. Built-up pressure may
cause the container to burst and result
in injury.
Do not store items on the cooktop
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when not in use.
Do not let cooking grease or other
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flammable materials accumulate on the
appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Damage to the appliance
Further safety notes
In the event of damage or a defect,
When using a portable appliance
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turn off the appliance immediately. Turn near the cooktop, make sure that the
off the gas shut off valve, and
disconnect completely from the
electrical supply. Contact the Miele
Technical Service Department.
Do not use the appliance until it has
been repaired.
power cord does not come in contact
with the cooktop.
Do not use containers made of
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plastic or aluminum. They melt at high
temperatures.
Ensure power is not supplied to the
appliance while repair work is carried
out.
Do not heat empty pots or pans, this
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may cause damage.
Before discarding an old appliance,
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Any breakages or cracks in the
disconnect it from the gas and
electrical supply and cut off the power
cord to prevent it from becoming a
hazard.
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ceramic surface of the appliance are
defects and must be treated as such.
Do not use the appliance until it has
been repaired.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Repairs should only be performed
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by qualified technicians to ensure
safety. Repairs and other work by
unqualified persons could be
dangerous. Under no circumstance
should the outer casing of the
appliance be opened.
While the appliance is under
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warranty, repairs should only be
performed by a Miele authorized
service technician. Otherwise the
warranty is void.
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Before using the cooktop
Cleaning the cooktop
Metal components have a protective
coating which may give off a slight odor
the first time your new appliance is
heated.
Before using for the first time clean the
appliance as follows:
^ Wash the removable parts of the gas
burner in a mild solution of warm
water and liquid dish soap.
The harmless odor will dissipate after a
short time and does not indicate a
faulty connection or appliance defect.
^ Wipe dry and reassemble them in the
proper order (see the "Cleaning and
Care" section).
^ Wipe the cooktop surface with a
damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
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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 "ß".
This stops the flow of gas and turns off
the burner.
ß Cooktop is turned off
& Highest flame
/ Lowest flame
The knob must only be turned left to
turn the appliance on and right to
turn it off.
Turning on
^ To turn on the burner, press the
control knob down and turn it
counterclockwise to the large flame
symbol. The ignitor will click and
ignite the gas.
If the knob is turned:
- on without pressing it down first,
- clockwise past the 12 o’clock
position, or
^ When the flame appears, keep the
control knob pressed in for
- counterclockwise past the smallest
flame symbol,
8-10 seconds to allow the Ignition
Safety Control to reach operating
temperature and release it.
parts of the cooktop may be
damaged. The manufacturer cannot
be held responsible for these
damages.
If the flame goes out, repeat the above
procedure, keeping the control knob
pressed in for a few extra seconds.
^ Adjust the knob to the desired
setting.
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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
flame when using a small diameter
pan.
a gas burner.
Unlike pans used on an electric
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.
– Generally, wide / shallow pans will
heat up quicker and cook more
evenly than narrow / tall ones.
Thin pan bases will conduct the heat
faster but not as evenly as thick pan
bases. Stir the food frequently to
prevent burning.
– Using oversized pans may cause the
flames to spread out and damage
the surrounding countertop or other
countertop appliances.
– Do not use small pans with high
flame settings, the flame may climb
the sides of the pan.
– Pots with a smaller diameter than the
grate and pots that do not sit
securely (without wobbling) are
hazardous and should not be used.
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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
supply of gas if the flame goes out.
If there is an interruption to the
electrical supply, the gas can be
ignited using a match.
^ To reignite the burners, turn the
control knob clockwise to "ß", then
follow the procedures outlined in
"Turning on and off".
^ Press down on the desired control
knob and turn it counterclockwise to
the large flame symbol.
This safety feature is not operated by
electricity, it will be active even if the
appliance is in use during a power
failure.
^ While holding down the knob, light
the gas at the burner with a match.
^ When the flame appears, keep the
control knob pressed in for
8 - 10 seconds to allow the Ignition
Safety Control to reach operating
temperature.
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Cleaning and care
Cooktop
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
this cooktop. Pressurized steam
could cause permanent damage to
the surface and to components for
which the manufacturer cannot
accept responsibility.
^ Let your appliance cool down to a
safe temperature and remove the
grates.
^ Clean the grates, cooktop and knobs
with a sponge and a mild solution of
warm water and liquid dish soap.
Do not use any sharp pointed
objects which could damage the
seal between the frame and the
countertop.
^ Soak baked or hardened spills.
^ Dry the cooktop and grates
thoroughly after cleaning.
^ Use a non-abrasive cleaner for the
stainless steel surface of the cooktop.
Apply with an even pressure
Never use scouring agents, pads,
abrasive cleaning agents, or strong
cleaners e.g. oven sprays, stain or
rust removers, as these could
damage the surface of the
appliance.
following the direction of the "grain".
Keep the ignitor in the burner dry. If
it gets wet it will not spark.
Dry your cooktop thoroughly after
cleaning it to prevent lime deposits.
Spills of liquids or food containing
salt or sugar should be removed
immediately.
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Cleaning and care
Burner
Reassembling the burner
The burners can be dismantled and
cleaned when cool.
Dismantling and cleaning
^ 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 dull with time and usage. This is
normal and will not affect the operation
of the cooktop.
^ Clean the burner base, ignitor and
Ignition Safety Control with a damp
cloth and then dry with a soft cloth.
Be careful not to mix up the parts. Make
sure that all the locating tabs and
notches align exactly.
The ignitor must be thoroughly dry, or it ^ Place the burner head onto the
will not spark.
burner base so that the Ignition
Safety Control and ignitor extend
through their respective holes.
^ Return the burner cap.
^ Return the grate.
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Frequently asked questions
... the flame goes out after being lit?
All repairs should be performed by a
trained technician in strict
^ Check whether the burners are
assembled correctly.
accordance with national and local
codes. Any repairs or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel
could be dangerous.
^ Make sure the gas holes in the
burner ring are clean and open.
... the ignitor no longer works?
^ Check if there is food residue
between the ignitor and the burner.
Some minor problems can be resolved
as follows:
^ Make sure the ignitor is dry.
What to do if ...
... the flame appears different than
usual?
... the burners do not ignite after
several attempts?
^ Check whether the burners are
assembled correctly.
Check if:
^ the burners are assembled correctly.
^ the gas valve is open.
^ the burners are dry and clean.
^ the flame holes in the burners are
clean and unblocked.
^ the ignitors are wet.
^ the cooktop is plugged in and that
the circuit breaker has not tripped. If
lack of power is the problem, the
cooktop can be lit with a match. See
"Using the cooktop during a power
failure".
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After sales service
In the event of a fault which you cannot
correct, contact the Miele Technical
Service Department:
U 1-800-999-1360
l 1-800-565-6435
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:
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Help protect our environment
Disposal of packing materials
Disposal of an old appliance
The cardboard box and packing
materials are environmentally friendly
for disposal. Please recycle.
Old appliances contain materials that
can be recycled. Please contact your
local recycling center about the
possibility of recycling these materials.
Before discarding an old appliance,
disconnect it from the gas and
electrical supply and cut off the
power cord to prevent it from
becoming a hazard.
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