The invention relates to a control unit (1) for controlling machine functions of a mining machine (100), in particular of an underground mining machine, tunneling machine or bolting rig, having a flameproof housing (9) having at least one fluid inlet (27) and at least one fluid outlet (29), and a plurality of fluid control valves (59, 61, 63) respectively communicating with the at least one inlet and outlet. In particular, the fluid control valves are formed inside at least one valve monoblock (37, 39, 41 ), said monoblock comprising a plurality of distinct fluid passages.