Miele KM 403 manual Frequently asked questions, Possible fault

Frequently asked questions

,Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause an injury or machine damage.

What if the indicator lights do not illuminate and the fryer does not heat?

Possible fault	Fix
The fryer is not on.	Turn the control
	knob clockwise to
	a selected
	temperature.
The safety cut-out	Turn the control
feature has	knob
activated.	counterclockwise
	to "0" and check if
	the safety cut-out
	button has
	"popped-out". If
	the button has
	"popped-out",
	refer to "Safety
	cut-out feature".
The fryer tripped	Check the service
the circuit breaker.	panel for a tripped
	circuit breaker
	and reset.
	If power cannot
	be restored,
	contact Technical
	Service.

What if the oil has an unpleasant odor or smokes when heated?

Possible fault	Fix
The oil is old or	Replace the oil
rancid.	with new oil.
The oil is not	Use oil or fat
recommended for	specifically
frying.	labelled as being
	suitable for deep
	frying.

What if the food is not crisp and brown or has an oily taste?

Possible fault	Fix
The oil was not hot	Increase the frying
enough.	temperature.
The basket was	Do not overload
overloaded.	the basket. Leave
	enough space in
	the basket so food
	can separate
	when immersed in
	the oil.

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