Miele Induction Cooktop Problems
However, the frequency of this issue has increased dramatically; happening every few days a few months back and now happening every day. 'Resetting the touch controls' as outlined on page 18 of the User Guide usually worked (~70%) with a trip to the basement to flip the breaker usually working the rest of the time, so this was more of a nuisance than anything. And my general thoughts at the time were that it's embarrassing for Miele to have designed such a high end stove top that costs $3000 be prone to a ridiculous DESIGN AND ENGINEERING FLAW.
However, over the past several months we have had instances in which we could not even reset the stove..ruining meals, plans, experiences, etc. The capper was when my wife hired some chefs to come and cook for eight of us for a birthday celebration. A night half ruined when only some of the dishes were already finished.
I'm appalled by the reliability of this unit. From the posts online, I'm of the mind that this is NOT isolated to just me and that Miele should consider a product recall..or at least a solution.
I'm at wit's end with more ruinous experiences when I should be enjoying the not inexpensive equipment.
Note -- Miele has a website with very positive reviews of their products..all suspiciously submitted on either September 5th or 6th of 2012. I've submitted the above review twice to no avail.
You've been warned..caveat emptor
Update 8/21/13 -- Miele wants ~$1100 for the replacement part. Two things to note if you buy a KM5773..
First, don't assume that you'll always be able to cook your meals..you may have the power control board fail mid-meal prep.
Second, definitely get an extended warranty.
What to know before buying an induction range or cooktop
Every induction cooktop and induction range in Consumer Reports’ tests delivers fast cooktop heat and superb simmering.
The power and precision of the technology comes from an electromagnetic field below the glass cooktop surface that transfers current directly to magnetic cookware, causing it to heat up.
Essentially, induction cuts out the intermediate step of heating up a burner and then transferring the heat to the pot.
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Also, prices for induction have been dropping, with some induction ranges selling for $1,000, including one CR recommends: the Kenmore 95103. Induction cooktops and ranges still tend to cost more than electric smoothtops, but the difference in performance is significant.
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What Induction Is—and What It Isn’t
Induction ranges look a lot like typical glass-top electric ranges. The biggest difference you’ll notice is that because the electromagnetic field on an induction cooktop doesn’t create a glow, you won’t know it’s on. That’s why manufacturers have started adding virtual flames and other lighting cues.
As for the ovens in induction ranges, they broil and bake the same as other electric ovens.
The Induction Advantage
No other cooking technology that we’ve tested is faster than the fastest induction elements—we’re talking 2 to 4 minutes speedier than the competition to bring 6 quarts of water to a near-boil. Life-changing? Probably not.
Contrary to popular belief, induction cooktops can get hot, but the heat is transferring from the cooking pot to the glass through conduction, much as a hot pan would transfer some heat to a countertop if you set it down to rest. As soon as you remove the pot, that heating stops. And because the heat is going from the pan to the cooktop, the glass surface never gets as hot as it does on a traditional radiant electric range. And if you turn an induction burner on with no pot on it by mistake, it won’t get hot, a nice safety feature.
You Need the Right Cookware
If you’re shopping for new cookware, look for pots and pans marked “induction-compatible.” If you want to know whether your existing arsenal of cookware will work with an induction range, use a magnet to see whether it strongly sticks to the bottom of your pots. If it does, it will work on an induction burner.
What’s That Noise?
“A buzz or hum is common and often is louder at higher settings,” says Tara Casaregola, who oversees testing of ranges and cooktops for Consumer Reports. “And we often hear clicking of element electronics at lower settings, as well as the sound of the cooling fan for the electronics.” Heavy, flat-bottomed pans help reduce the vibrations that cause this buzz.
Dig Out Your Dial Thermometer
The magnetic field of an induction cooktop can interfere with a digital meat thermometer, so you may need an analog thermometer—an old-fashioned solution to a modern problem.