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Operating and Installation Instructions Salamander Grill CS 1421 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read the Operating Manual before installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 472 000 e n-C A[...]
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Safety instructions and warnings ....................................3 Description of the unit ..............................................8 Before using for the first time ........................................9 Operation .......................................................1 0 Raising and lowering the browning unit .........................[...]
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WARNING- When using your appliance follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before installation or use to prevent injury and appliance damage. This appliance conforms to all uniform safety codes and regulations. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage or injury caused by improper use of this appliance.[...]
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Children ~ Always supervise any children in the vicinity of the appliance. Do not allow children to play with the unit. ~ Children should use the grill only if they have received sufficient instruction to operate it safely. They must be able to understand and recognize the potential hazards of improper operation. ~ Take special care that children d[...]
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Technical safety ~ Only skilled persons duly authorized by the manufacturer may install this appliance or perform maintenance and repair work on it. Work performed by unqualified persons carries the risk of serious harm to the user, for which the manufacturer will not be held liable. ~ Before installation, check the appliance for visible signs of e[...]
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~ Repair of the appliance during the warranty period should be performed only by Customer Service personnel who are duly authorized by the manufacturer; otherwise any damage will not be covered by the warranty. ~ Before any maintenance or repair work is performed, the appliance must be disconnected from the main power supply. It is electrically dis[...]
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~ Do not set up or operate the appliance in the open air. ~ Do not use the ledge for storage. If the appliance is accidentally switched on or there is residual heat, there is the danger that any items located there will heat up and melt, depending on the materials involved, and generating a risk of fire and burns. ~ Do not keep heat-sensitive items[...]
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a Browning unit, retractable b Ledge, removable c Display Control knob d For setting the power level e For selecting the height of the browning unit Display f "ON" light g Residual heat indicator Description of the unit 8[...]
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Clean the appliance ^ Remove any protective foil. ^ Wipe down all surfaces with a damp cloth, then dry. The metal parts have a protective coating. This will cause an odour the first time the appliance is used. Note that the odour and any vapours will disappear after a brief period of time and are not a sign of malfunction or a defective appliance. [...]
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Raising and lowering the browning unit ^ To raise the browning unit, turn the left-hand control to Extend (" - "). The browning unit will automatically extend to its full height, even when you release the control knob back to " ß ". You can stop the unit at any height by briefly turning the control knob to " e ". ^ Tu[...]
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Browning ^ Raise the browning unit. ^ Place the dish you wish to brown on the ledge. ^ Lower the browning unit until the heating element is 1 3 / 16 "-1 15 / 16 " (30 - 50 mm) away from the top of the food. ^ Turn the control knob to setting "12". The food will brown in 3-5 minutes, depending on the desired result. Brown only on[...]
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Safe retraction To avoid damaging the appliance, your grill is equipped with a retraction safety device. The browning unit can be fully retracted only once the appliance has cooled sufficiently, i.e., after the residual heat indicator has gone out. Height recognition The unit heats up only when the browning unit is raised at least 2 3 / 4 " (7[...]
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Warning: NEVER use a steam cleaner to clean this appliance. Steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit. Clean the appliance on a regular basis, preferably after each use. First allow the appliance to cool down. After any cleaning with liquid, wipe the appliance dry. This will help prevent limescale deposits. To avoid damg[...]
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Stainless steel Use a non-abrasive stainless steel cleanser for cleaning the appliance. To help keep the appliance clean longer, we recommend using a stainless steel care product (see "Optional accessories"). Apply the product sparingly, using a soft cloth. Do not use stainless steel cleanser on areas where there is printing. It will rub [...]
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Repairs should only be carried out by an authorized technician in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause injury or appliance damage. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for unauthorized work. The unit will not raise? Possible fault Solution Dirt has built up in the gap around the browning uni[...]
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In the event of a fault which you cannot easily fix yourself, please contact the Miele Technical Service Department at the address on the back of this booklet. When contacting Technical Service please quote the serial number and model of the appliance. This information is visible on the silver data plate supplied with the appliance. Technical Servi[...]
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Installation Instructions IMPORTANT: SAVE FOR THE LOCAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR'S USE To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use.[...]
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Note to the installer: Please leave this instruction book with the consumer for the local electrical inspector’s use. The minimum distances given in these Installation Instructions must be observed in order to ensure safe operation. Failure to do so increases the risk of fire. The cabinetry and venting hood should be installed first to prevent da[...]
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Safety distances above the appliance The minimum distance between the appliance and an installed exhaust hood must be at least 25 9 / 16 " (650 mm). However, if the hood manufacturer requires a larger distance, the larger distance takes precedence. If there are no specifications from the hood manufacturer, or if easily flammable materials (e.g[...]
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Safety distances to the sides of the appliance The appliance should only be installed as shown in the illustrations, while maintaining the required safety distances shown. Do not install the appliance between two tall cabinets, this is a fire hazard. A distance of alteast 2" (50 mm) must be kept between the countertop cut-out and the rear wall[...]
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Installation dimensions a Spring clips b Appliance front c Installation height d Power supply box with connection cable, L=7 8 3 / 4 " (2000 mm) e Browning unit, height-adjustable Installation 21[...]
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Cut out ^ Make the worktop cut-out for one or more appliances as applicable. Remember to maintain a minimum safety distance from the back wall , as well as from any tall unit or side wall to the right or left of the appliance(s). See also "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION". ^ Seal the cut surfaces with a suitable sealant to avoid swel[...]
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Installation of multiple appliances When installing more than one combiset appliance, a support bar b must be installed between the appliances. Countertop cut-out two appliances For the installation of two appliances the width of the countertop cut-out D is the sum of A and C. A , B and C = appliance widths 11 5 / 16 ", 15" or 22 11 / 16 [...]
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Sample calculations for a countertop cut-out for three appliances A appliance width minus 5 / 16 "( 8m m ) B appliance width C appliance width minus 5 / 16 "( 8m m ) D Countertop cut-out 11" (280 mm) 11 5 / 16 " (288 mm) 11" (280 mm) 33 3 / 8 " (848 mm) 11" (280 mm) 15" (380 mm) 14 5 / 8 " (372 mm) 40 5 [...]
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a Spring clips b Support bars c Space between support bar and countertop An additional support bar is required for each additional appliance. The position for attachment of an additional spacing strip depends on the width of the appliance B . Installation 25 500 A B C b a a 25-30 D a a a a 25-30 280/372/568 280/372/568 288/380/576 50 50 50 50 c c[...]
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Attach the spring clips and support bars Wood or solid surface countertops ^ Place the supplied spring clips a and the support bars b at the marked positions as shown above, by laying them on the upper edge of the cut-out and then securing them with the 1 / 8 " x 1" (3.5 x 25 mm) screws (supplied). Granite countertop ^ Position and attach[...]
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^ Coat the edges of the spring clips a , ^ and the space d between the strips b and the countertop with silicone (supplied). Installation 27 b d a[...]
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Installing the appliance ^ Feed the power cord down through the cut-out. ^ Then place the front side of the appliance in the countertop cut-out. ^ Then with a hand on each side of the appliance press down evenly on the edges until it clicks into position. When doing so make sure that the appliance seal sits tightly on the countertop to ensure it is[...]
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Sealing The appliance must not be permanently sealed into the countertop when installed. The sealing strip under the edge of the appliance provides a sufficient seal for the countertop. If the appliance is sealed into position, the countertop or appliance could be damaged if it needs to be removed for maintenance or service. Tiled surfaces The grou[...]
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, CAUTION: Before installation or servicing, disconnect the power supply by either removing the fuse, shutting off the main power supply or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker. Installation work and repairs should only be performed by a qualified technician in accordance with all applicable codes and standards. Repairs and service by [...]
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Disposal of packing materials The cardboard box and packing materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Please recycle. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Danger of suffocation! Disposal of an old appliance Old appliances contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact [...]
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Alteration rights reserved / 4608 For the most updated manual see the Miele web site. M.-Nr. 07 472 000 / 00[...]