MIELE KM 7878 FL (01) PDF Document

Before using your MIELE KM 7878 FL for the first time, clean the cooktop with a damp cloth only and then wipe it dry. Also, remember to remove any protective wrapping and stickers, except for the data plate.

When you heat up your MIELE KM 7878 FL for the first time, the metal components have a protective coating that may give off a slight smell. The induction coils may also produce a slight smell for the first few hours of operation. This smell will become less noticeable with each use and is not hazardous to health. Please be aware that the heating-up time on induction cooktops is significantly shorter than on conventional cooktops.

To connect your MIELE KM 7878 FL using the Miele App, you will need your Wi-Fi network password and the cooktop’s password (the last nine digits of the serial number found on the data plate). A prerequisite is a home Wi-Fi network with a sufficient signal strength where the cooktop is installed.

1. Install the Miele App on your mobile device.

2. Switch the cooktop on.

3. Place an induction-compatible pan on the cooktop.

4. Start the Miele App.

5. Touch and hold the 0 and 5 sensor controls on the numerical keybank at the same time for 6 seconds. The seconds will count down in the timer display.

6. When the time has elapsed, the code C:01 will be displayed for 10 seconds. You now have 10 minutes to configure the Wi-Fi.

7. Follow the instructions in the Miele App to complete the connection.

To connect using WPS, you must have a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) compatible router.

1. Switch the cooktop on.

2. Place an induction-compatible pan on the cooktop.

3. Touch and hold the 0 and 6 sensor controls on the numerical keybank at the same time for 6 seconds. The timer display will count down, after which a progress light will appear during the connection attempt (max. 120 seconds).

4. During these 120 seconds, activate the WPS function on your router.

5. If the connection is successful, the code C:02 appears in the timer display. If it fails, C:01 will appear, likely because you did not activate WPS on your router quickly enough. In that case, repeat the steps. If your router does not support WPS, please connect via the Miele App.

Resetting the settings is important if you are disposing of, selling, or putting a used cooktop into operation to ensure all personal data is removed.

1. Switch the cooktop on.

2. Place an induction-compatible pan on the cooktop.

3. Touch and hold the 0 and 9 sensor controls on the numerical keybank at the same time for 6 seconds.

4. The timer display will count down. When the time has elapsed, the code C:00 is displayed in the timer display for 10 seconds, confirming the settings have been reset.

To simply cancel a connection process, touch any sensor.

Con@ctivity allows your Miele cooktop to automatically control a Miele rangehood. You can set it up via your home Wi-Fi network or a direct connection.

Via Home Wi-Fi Network (Con@ctivity 3.0):

1. Ensure you have a home Wi-Fi network and a Wi-Fi-enabled Miele rangehood.

2. Connect both the rangehood and your MIELE KM 7878 FL cooktop to your home Wi-Fi network.

3. The Con@ctivity function will be activated automatically.

Via Direct Wi-Fi Connection (Con@ctivity 3.0):

This method connects the cooktop and rangehood directly, without a home network. The prerequisite is a Wi-Fi-enabled Miele rangehood.

1. Switch the cooktop on.

2. Place an induction-compatible pan on the cooktop.

3. Touch and hold the 0 and 7 sensors on the numerical keybank at the same time for 6 seconds.

4. The timer display will count down. After the time has elapsed, a progress light will appear during the connection attempt.

5. If the connection is successful, C:02 appears in the timer display. If it fails, C:01 appears. Repeat the steps if it fails.

6. When successfully connected, 2 and 3 will light up constantly on the rangehood.

7. Quit connection mode on the rangehood by pressing the run-on control. Con@ctivity is now activated.

Suitable pans:

– stainless steel pans with a base that can be magnetised

– enamelled steel pans

– cast iron pans

For best results, use cookware with a base that distributes heat evenly, such as a sandwich base made of stainless steel.

Unsuitable pans:

– stainless steel pans with a base which cannot be magnetised

– aluminium or copper pans

– glass, ceramic or earthenware pots and pans

To test if a pot or pan is suitable for your MIELE KM 7878 FL induction cooktop, hold a magnet to the base of the pan in several different places. If the magnet sticks, the pan is generally suitable.

Round pans: Should preferably have a base diameter from 145 mm up to a maximum of 350 mm. Pans with a base diameter between 100 mm and 145 mm will not be detected in every position on the cooktop.

Oval/Square pans: Must not exceed dimensions of 380 mm x 300 mm.

– Use only pots and pans with smooth bases to avoid scratching the ceramic glass.

– Always lift the cookware to move it; do not slide it.

– The diameter of the pan base is more important than the top rim diameter often quoted by manufacturers.

– Where possible, use pans with vertically straight sides to prevent discolouration or peeling of the pan’s sides.

– Use a lid whenever possible to minimise heat loss.

– Select a smaller pan when cooking small quantities. A smaller pan uses less energy than a larger pan with very little in it.

– Cook with as little water as possible.

– Once food has come to the boil or the oil in the pan is hot enough for frying, reduce the heat to a lower setting.

– Use a pressure cooker to reduce cooking times.

The MIELE KM 7878 FL is programmed with 9 power levels, which can be extended to 17. The following settings are a guide:

Switching on the cooktop:

Touch the On/Off ① sensor. Further sensor controls will light up.

Positioning cookware:

You can use a maximum of 6 pans at the same time. You can position pans anywhere on the useable surface. It is recommended to switch the cooktop on before placing pans on it for quicker detection. When you move a pan, its associated numerical keybank lights up and the set power level “goes along” with it.

Setting the power level:

1. Place the pans in the required position on the cooktop. The corresponding numerical keybank lights up.

2. Touch the appropriate number sensor on the numerical keybank for the power level you want.

For extended power levels (interim levels), touch the numerical keybank in between two number sensors (e.g., between 7 and 8 to set 7.).

Switching the cooktop off:

Touch the On/Off ① sensor.

If an area of the ceramic surface is hot after the cooktop has been switched off, the residual heat indicator will light up. Depending on the temperature, a dot will appear above power levels 1, 2, or 3. The dots go out one after another as the surface cools. The last dot only goes out when the ceramic surface is safe to touch. Do not touch the ceramic surface while the residual heat indicators are on.

When Auto heat-up is activated, the cooktop heats at the highest setting for a certain period and then automatically switches to a lower, continued cooking setting that you pre-selected.

Activating Auto heat-up:

Touch the sensor for the desired continued cooking setting until a tone sounds and the sensor starts to pulsate. During the heat-up time, the selected setting will pulsate.

Deactivating Auto heat-up:

Touch the sensor for the continued cooking setting again, or set a different power level.

Heat-up time chart:

*Settings with a dot are only available if the power level range has been extended.

The Booster function provides a boost of power for a maximum of 15 minutes to heat large quantities quickly. You can use it with a maximum of 3 pans at the same time (one on the right, one in the centre, one on the left).

Activating TwinBooster Level 1:

1. Place a pan in the required position.

2. Select a power level if necessary.

3. Touch the B sensor control. The indicator light for TwinBooster level 1 lights up.

Activating TwinBooster Level 2:

1. Place a pan in the required position.

2. Select a power level if necessary.

3. Touch the B sensor control twice. The indicator light for TwinBooster level 2 lights up.

Deactivating TwinBooster:

Either touch the B sensor control repeatedly until the indicator lights go out, or set a different power level.

This function keeps freshly cooked food warm for up to 2 hours. It is not for reheating cold food. To use it, touch the ‘keeping warm’ sensor on the corresponding numerical keybank.

The standard keeping warm temperature is 75 °C. You can change this in the programming settings. Recommended temperatures for different uses are:

The cooktop must be switched on to use the timer. You can set a time between 1 minute (0:01) and 9 hours 59 minutes (9:59) for two functions: minute minder and auto switch-off.

Minute Minder:

– To set: Touch the minute minder sensor, then set the required time on the numerical keybank. Touch the sensor again or wait 10 seconds to start.

– To change: Touch the minute minder sensor and set a new time.

– To cancel: Touch the minute minder sensor, then touch 0 on the keybank.

Auto Switch-off:

This switches off the heat for a specific pan after a set time.

– To set: Select a power level for the pan. Touch the auto switch-off sensor. Set the required time. Touch the sensor again or wait 10 seconds to start. The indicator light for that pan will pulsate.

– To change: Touch the auto switch-off sensor until the indicator for the desired pan pulsates, then set a new time.

– To delete: Touch the auto switch-off sensor until the indicator for the desired pan pulsates, then touch 0 on the keybank.

When using both functions simultaneously, the shortest remaining time is always displayed.

Stop & Go:

Reduces all power levels to 1. Timer settings, Booster, and Auto heat-up continue to run. To activate/deactivate, touch the II/▶ sensor. If not deactivated within 1 hour, the cooktop will switch off.

Recall:

If you switch the cooktop off by mistake, this function restores all your settings. You must switch the cooktop back on within 10 seconds. The previously set power levels will flash. Press one of the flashing power level indicators immediately to restore all settings.

Wipe protection:

Locks the cooktop sensors (except the On/Off sensor) for 20 seconds to allow you to wipe up spills. To activate, touch the wipe protection sensor. The time counts down in the display. To deactivate early, touch the sensor again until the display goes out.

These modes allow the cooktop’s functions to be demonstrated without generating heat.

Activating/Deactivating Demonstration Mode:

1. Switch the cooktop on.

2. Place an induction-compatible pan on the cooktop.

3. Touch and hold the 0 and 2 sensor controls on the numerical keybank at the same time for 6 seconds.

4. In the timer display, dE will flash alternately with On (activated) or OFF (deactivated).

Activating/Deactivating Showroom Mode:

In this mode, cooking processes are simulated in a loop.

1. Switch the cooktop on.

2. Place an induction-compatible pan on the cooktop.

3. Touch and hold the 0 and 8 sensor controls on the numerical keybank at the same time for 6 seconds.

4. In the timer display, dE will flash alternately with On (activated) or OFF (deactivated).

Display Model Number/Serial Number:

1. Switch the cooktop on.

2. Place an induction-compatible pan on the cooktop.

3. Touch and hold the 0 and 4 sensor controls on the numerical keybank at the same time. Numbers will appear in the timer display separated by a dash.

Display Software Version:

1. Switch the cooktop on.

2. Place an induction-compatible pan on the cooktop.

3. Touch and hold the 0 and 3 sensor controls on the numerical keybank at the same time. The software version will appear in the timer display (e.g., 2:00 = Software version 2.00).

System Lock (activates when cooktop is off): Prevents the cooktop from being switched on.

– To activate: Touch the On/Off ① sensor for 6 seconds. LOC will appear in the timer display.

– To deactivate: Touch the On/Off ① sensor for 6 seconds. The seconds will count down and the lock will be deactivated.

Safety Lock (activates when cooktop is on): Prevents settings from being changed, but the cooktop can be switched off.

– To activate: Touch and hold the auto switch-off and Stop & Go II/▶ sensors at the same time for 6 seconds. LOC will appear in the timer display.

– To deactivate: Touch and hold the auto switch-off and Stop & Go II/▶ sensors at the same time for 6 seconds. The seconds will count down and the lock will be deactivated.

The MIELE KM 7878 FL has two types of safety switch-off:

1. Sensor controls are covered: If sensors are covered for more than 10 seconds (e.g., by food boiling over or an object), the cooktop will switch off automatically. A flashing symbol will appear above the On/Off sensor. Once the object is removed or the area is cleaned, the cooktop can be used again.

2. Excessive operating time: If a cooking area is heated for an unusually long period, it will switch off automatically. The maximum operating time depends on the power level selected. The factory default is Safety setting 0.

*Power levels with a dot are only available with the extended power level range.

**Factory default setting.

All induction coils and cooling elements are fitted with an overheating protection mechanism. This may be triggered by circumstances such as an empty pan being heated, fat or oil being heated on a high power level, or insufficient ventilation. Depending on whether the induction coil or the electronic cooling elements are too hot, the mechanism will react in one of the following ways:

– Any Booster function will be switched off.

– The set power level will be reduced.

– The heat will switch off automatically. For an induction coil fault, `Err` will flash alternately with `044` in the timer display.

You can use the area again as usual once the fault message has gone out or the element has cooled to a safe level.

You can adapt several settings to your personal needs in programming mode.

1. Calling up programming mode:

With the cooktop switched off, press and hold the On/Off ① and Stop & Go II/▶ sensor controls together until the indicator lights up and `PC` appears in the timer display. After a few seconds, `P:01` will flash alternately with `C:01`.

2. Setting a programme:

While the programme number is visible (e.g., `P:01`), touch the auto switch-off sensor repeatedly until the programme you want appears, or touch the appropriate number on the numerical keybank.

3. Setting the code:

While the code is visible (e.g., `C:01`), touch the timer sensor repeatedly until the code for the setting you want appears, or touch the appropriate number on the numerical keybank.

4. How to save the settings:

While the programme is visible (e.g., `P:01`), touch the On/Off ① sensor control until the indicators go out.

5. How to avoid saving the settings:

While the code is visible (e.g., `C:01`), touch the On/Off ① sensor until the indicators go out.

The factory-set code is shown in bold.

Always allow the cooktop to cool down before cleaning. Clean it after every use and dry it thoroughly to avoid limescale residue.

Cleaning procedure:

1. Remove any coarse soiling with a damp cloth. For more stubborn soiling, use a glass scraper.

2. Clean the ceramic glass surface with a proprietary ceramic glass cleaning agent, such as the Miele ceramic and stainless steel cooktop cleaner. Apply it with a paper towel or clean cloth. Do not apply cleaner while the cooktop is still hot.

3. Finally, wipe the cooktop with a damp cloth and dry it with a soft, dry cloth.

For spills of sugar, plastic, or aluminium foil:

1. If these spill onto the hot ceramic surface, switch off the appliance immediately.

2. While still hot, carefully scrape off these residues using a shielded scraper blade suitable for use on glass. Wear oven gloves for protection.

3. Afterwards, clean the ceramic surface in its cooled state as described above.

To avoid damaging the surfaces of your MIELE KM 7878 FL, do not use:

– washing-up liquid

– cleaning agents containing soda, alkalines, ammonia, acids or chlorides

– cleaning agents containing descaling agents

– stain and rust removers

– abrasive cleaning agents, e.g. powder cleaners and cream cleaners

– solvent-based cleaning agents

– dishwasher cleaner

– grill and oven cleaners

– glass cleaning agents

– hard, abrasive brushes or sponges (e.g. pot scourers), or sponges which have been previously used and still contain abrasive cleaning agents

– dirt erasers

Also, do not use a steam cleaner on this appliance.