Installation

The exact positions of the spring clamps, and the safety brackets for hobs with bevelled edges, are shown in the building-in dimensions for the particular hob.

Hobs with bevelled edges:

The sealing strip will ensure that the hob sits securely in the cut-out. Any gap between the frame and worktop will reduce with time.

￿Make the worktop cut-out according to the dimensions given in the building-in dimensions. Remember to maintain the minimum safety distances (see "Safety instructions for installation").

Worktops made of wood

￿Seal the cut surfaces with a suitable heat-resistant sealant to avoid swelling caused by moisture.

Make sure that the sealant does not come into contact with the top of the worktop.

￿Depending on model, place spring clamps a (supplied) on the upper edge of the cut-out or for hobs with bevelled edges, safety brackets b (supplied) flush with the upper edge of the cut-out.

￿Secure the spring clamps a or safety brackets b using the

3.5 x 25 mm wood screws supplied.

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Miele KM5617, KM5600 installation instructions Installation, Worktops made of wood

KM5617, KM5600 specifications

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