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CARE AND CLEANING
To Remove Filters
1. Pull out on lever.
2. Lift filter up and out.
3. Clean filters in the dishwasher or in
warm, sudsy water. See Care and
Cleaning Chart, next page, for further
details.
To Replace Filters
1. Place bottom of filter in grease trough.
2. Pull out on lever.
3. Press top of filter into place.
4. Release Lever.
To Clean the Intake and Grease
Troughs
Intake must be in the raised position to
clean.
1. Turn off the blower.
2. Remove filters.
3. Clean intake and grease troughs with
general household degreaser spray or
cleaner.
4. Rinse and dry.
5. Replace filters.
❑ Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job. Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or
paper towels.
❑ Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction of the grain. Wipe area dry to avoid water
marks.
❑ After cleaning, place all parts in their proper positions before using.
The cleaners recommended below indicate a type and do not constitute an endorsement. Use all products according to package directions.
A Anodized Top cap is not removable. Wash top and underside with hot sudsy
Aluminum water. Rinse and wipe dry or apply Fantastic®or Formula 409®first to
Top Caps for a clean sponge or paper towel and wipe clean.
Stainless DO NOT USE powdered cleansers or steel wool pads.
B Aluminum Clean filters in the dishwasher or by agitating in sudsy water. Ensure
Mesh Filters that there is no soil trapped in the fine mesh. Dry the filters before
reinstalling them.
C Plastic DO NOT REMOVE push-button or control knob. Wipe with a moist
Controls soapy sponge. Rinse and dry.
D Painted Wash top and underside with hot sudsy water. Rinse and wipe dry or
Top Cap for apply Fantastic®or Formula 409®first to a clean sponge or paper
Black/White towel and wipe clean.
DO NOT USE powdered cleansers or steel wool pads.
E StainlessWipe grease accumulation with a paper towel or sponge. Scrape
Steel Parts heavy buildup with a plastic spatula. Clean with a soapy sponge;
rinse and dry.
Always wipe or rub with grain. Wipe with Fantastic®or Formula 409
®
sprayed onto a paper towel. If grease buildup is heavy, several
appliacations may be necessary.
Polish with Stainless Steel Magic®and a soft cloth. Remove water
spots with a cloth dampened with white vinegar. Use Cameo
Aluminum and Stainless Steel Cleaner®to remove heat discoloration.
Carbon Filter
A carbon filter is used only with a
recirculation unit. Carbon filters are
disposable; They cannot be cleaned or
reused. With normal use (1 to 2hours per
day), the carbon filter should be replaced
once per year.
The replacement active carbon filters are
available by calling Thermador Customer
Service or by ordering online at
Thermador.com. Use Thermador-supplied
filters only. Filters are priced and shipped in
sets of 2 to allow replacement of both filters
at the same time.
OPERATION
To Lower the Intake
❑ Press the control push-button once.
Note: The blower will turn off when the
intake is lowered if operating when the
control push-button is pressed.
If Intake Stops
❑ Locate and remove obstruction.
❑ Press control button to raise intake.
❑ Press control button again to lower
intake.
CARE AND CLEANING
The efficiency of the downdraft ventilation
system depends on the cleanliness of the
intake and filters. The frequency of cleaning
depends on the amount and type of
cooking.
❑ Do not use the ventilating system
without the filters in place or with greaseladen filters or surfaces.
WARNING To avoid risk of fire
and explosion do not use flammable
liquids or solvents.
Always unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing.