Miele 11274160-03 Cooktop Installation Guide
Installation
Safety instructions for installation
Incorrect installation can cause damage to the cooktop.
The cooktop must only be installed by a qualified person.
Incorrect connection to the power supply may result in an electric shock.
The cooktop must be connected to the power supply by a qualified electrician.
Take care not to damage the cooktop when fitting wall units or a range hood above it.
Fit the wall units and the rangehood before the cooktop.
- The cooktop must not be installed over a fridge, fridge-freezer, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, washer-dryer or tumble dryer
- This cooktop must not be installed above ovens unless it has a built-in cooling fan.
- After installation, ensure that nothing can come into contact with the connection cable and that it is without hindrance.
- The connection cable may not come into contact with any moving kitchen component (e.g. a drawer) or be subject to the mechanical obstruction which could damage it.
- Carefully observe the safety clearances listed on the following pages.
Safety distances
Safety distance above the cooktop
The safety distance specified by the manufacturer of the rangehood must be maintained between the cooktop and the rangehood above it.
If the manufacturer’s instructions are not available for the rangehood, a minimum safety distance of 600 mm must be maintained.
For any flammable objects, e.g. utensil rails, wall units etc., a minimum safety distance of 600 mm must be maintained between these objects and the highest part of the cooktop below.
When two or more appliances which have different safety distances are installed together below a rangehood, observe the greatest specified safety distance.
Safety distances to the sides and back of the appliance
The minimum distance shown below must be maintained between the back edge of the cooktop and a tall unit or wall.
Ideally, the cooktop should be installed with plenty of space on either side. There may be a wall at the rear or a tall unit or wall on one side (right or left), taking into account the distances below. On the other side, however, no tall unit or wall should stand closer than 300 mm to the edge of the cooktop. Before installing the cooktop, check that the elow clearance requirements are met.
The minimum horizontal distance from the back edge of the cooktop to a combustible surface: 50 mm.
The minimum horizontal distance from the right edge of the cooktop to a combustible surface: 50 mm.
The minimum horizontal distance from the left edge of the cooktop to a combustible surface: 50 mm.
Minimum safety distance underneath the cooktop
To ensure sufficient ventilation to the cooktop, a minimum distance must be left between the underside of the cooktop and any oven, interim shelf or drawer.
The minimum gap between the underside of the cooktop and – the top edge of an oven: 2 mm
– the top edge of an interim shelf: 2 mm
– the top edge of a drawer: 5 mm
– the base of a drawer: 75 mm
Interim shelf
It is not necessary to fit an interim shelf underneath the cooktop but one may be fitted if you wish.
Leave a gap of 10 mm at the back between the cabinet and the interim shelf to accommodate the power cable.
A gap of 20 mm is recommended at the front between the cabinet and interim shelf for better ventilation of the cooktop.
Installation notes
Surface-mounted installation
The seal between the cooktop and the worktop
Using sealant under the cooktop could result in damage to the cooktop and the worktop if the cooktop ever needs to be removed for servicing.
Do not use sealant between the cooktop and the worktop.
The sealing strip under the edge of the cooktop provides a sufficient seal for the worktop.
Tiled worktop
Grout lines and the hatched area underneath the cooktop frame must be smooth and even. If they are not, the cooktop will not sit flush with the worktop and the sealing strip
underneath the cooktop will not provide a good seal between the cooktop and the worktop.
Flush-fit installation
Flush-fit installation is only possible in natural stone (granite, marble), solid wood and tiled worktops. When using a worktop made from any other material, please check first with the worktop manufacturer that it is suitable for installing a flush-fit cooktop.
The internal width of the base unit underneath the appliance must be at least as wide as the inner worktop cutout (see “Installation – Installation dimensions – Flush-fit”), so that the cooktop is easily accessible from underneath after installation and the bottom half of the casing can be removed for maintenance. If the underside of the cooktop is not
freely accessible after installation, any sealant used to plug the gaps around the appliance must be removed to enable the cooktop to be lifted out of the cut-out should this be necessary.
Natural stone worktops
The cooktop is placed directly in the cut-out.
Solid wood worktops, tiled worktops, glass worktops
The cooktop is placed on a wooden frame inside the cut-out. The frame must be provided on site and is not supplied with the appliance.
Sealing strip
Dismantling the cooktop for service purposes may damage the sealing strip underneath the edge of the cooktop.
Always replace the sealing strip before reinstalling the cooktop.
Installation dimensions – Surface-mounted
All dimensions in this instruction booklet are given in mm.
KM 7678 FR
- Front
- Mains connection box
The mains connection cable (L = 1,440 mm) is supplied loose
KM 7678 FL, KM 7878 FL
- Front
- Mains connection box
The mains connection cable (L = 1,440 mm) is supplied loose
KM 7697 FR
- Front
- Mains connection box
The mains connection cable (L = 1,440 mm) is supplied loose
KM 7697 FL, KM 7897 FL
- Front
- Mains connection box
The mains connection cable (L = 1,440 mm) is supplied loose
Surface-mounted installation
- Create the worktop cut-out.
Remember to maintain the minimum safety distances (see “Installation – Safety distances”). - Seal the cut surfaces of wooden worktops with a suitable sealant to avoid swelling caused by moisture.
The sealant must be heat-resistant. Make sure the sealant does not come into contact with the top surface of the worktop. - Attach the sealing strip provided underneath the edge of the cooktop.
Do not apply the sealing strip under tension.
The electronics of the cooktop may be damaged if a short-circuit occurs. The mains connection cable must be connected to the cooktop by a qualified electrician.
- Connect the mains connection cable by following the instructions in the wiring diagram on the cooktop (see “Installation – Electrical connection”).
- Feed the mains connection cable down through the worktop cut-out.
- Place the cooktop centrally in the cut-out. When doing this make sure that the seal of the appliance sits flush with the worktop on all sides. This is important to ensure an effective seal with the worktop.
- If the seal does not meet the worktop correctly on the corners, the corner radius (≤ R4) can be carefully scribed to suit.
- Connect the cooktop to the electricity supply (see “Installation – Electrical connection”).
- Check that the cooktop works.
Installation dimensions – Flush-fit
All dimensions in this instruction booklet are given in mm.
KM 7678 FL, KM 7878 FL
- Front
- Mains connection box
The mains connection cable (L = 1,440 mm) is supplied loose - Stepped cut-out, natural stone worktop
- Wooden strip 12 mm (not supplied)
KM 7697 FL, KM 7897 FL
- Front
- Mains connection box
The mains connection cable (L = 1,440 mm) is supplied loose - Stepped cut-out, natural stone worktop
- Wooden strip 12 mm (not supplied)
Flush-fit installation
- Create the worktop cut-out.
Remember to maintain the minimum safety distances (see “Installation – Safety distances”). - Solid wood, tiled and glass worktops: Fix a wooden frame 5.5 mm below the top edge of the worktop.
- Risk of damage from incorrectM connection.
The electronics of the cooktop may be damaged if a short-circuit occurs.
The mains connection cable must be connected to the cooktop by aqualified electrician. - Connect the mains connection cable, by following the instructions in the wiring diagram on the cooktop (see “Installation – Electrical connection”).
- Attach the sealing strip provided underneath the edge of the cooktop.
Do not apply the sealing strip underM tension. - Feed the mains connection cableM down through the worktop cut-out.
- Centre the cooktop in the cut-out.
The gap between the ceramic surface and the worktop must be at least 2 mm wide. This is required so that the cooktop can be sealed. - Connect the cooktop to the electricitysupply (see “Installation – Electricalconnection”).
- Check that the cooktop works.
- Seal the gap between the cooktop and worktop with a silicone sealant that is heat-resistant to at least 160 °C.
Unsuitable sealant can damage natural stone.
For natural stone worktops and natural stone tiles, only use silicone sealant that is specially formulated for natural stone. Please follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Electrical connection
Incorrect installation, maintenance and repairs can be dangerous to users.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage or injury caused by incorrect or unauthorised installation, maintenance or repair work, or by an inadequate or faulty on-site earthing
system (e.g. electric shock).
All electrical work must be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent electrician, in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations, and any additional regulations of the local electricity provider.
After installation, ensure that all electrical components are shielded and cannot be accessed by users.
Total power output
See data plate.
Connection data
The connection data is quoted on the data plate. Please ensure this information matches the household mains supply.
Please see the wiring diagrams for connection.
Residual current device
For extra safety, it is advisable to protect the appliance with a suitable residual current device (RCD) with a trip range of 30 mA.
Disconnecting devices
Connection must be made via a suitable isolator switch which provides disconnection on all poles and which complies with national and local safetyregulations. When switched off there must be an all-pole contact gap of at least 3 mm in the isolator switch. The isolator switch must be easily accessible after the appliance has been built in.
Installation
Mains connection cable
The cooktop must be connected to the electrical supply with a special connection cable, type H 05 VV-F (PVC insulated) with a suitable diameter.
Please see the wiring diagram for connection.
See the data plate on the cooktop for the correct voltage and frequency.
The connection cable comes supplied with a ferrite sleeve attached. This end must be fitted to the terminal box of the cooktop. If using a different connection cable, with the exception of the earth conductor, all other single conductors of the power cable must be fed through the opening of the ferrite sleeve before attaching them to the connection terminals.
Replacing the mains connection cable
Incorrect connection to the electricity supply may result in an electric shock.
The mains connection cable must only be replaced in accordance with current local and national safety regulations.
When replacing the mains connection cable, it must be replaced with cable type H 05 VV-F by a Miele authorised service technician or a suitably qualified and competent electrician in order to avoid a hazard. These cables are available from Miele.
