Thermador CD365, CGX304, CD456, CGX365, CGX456 User Manual

Care & Use Manual

and

Installation Instructions

for

Thermador® Glass Ceramic Gas

and

Glass Ceramic Dual Gas & Electric

Cooktops

Models:

CGX304 / CGX365 / CGX456

CD365 / CD456

A Special Message to Our Customers,

Thank you for buying a Thermador

cooktop. We hope that the information in this manual helps you easily operate and care for your cooktop for years of satisfaction.

Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. Sincerely, Thermador Test Kitchen Consumer Scientists

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Gas Requirements ............................. 1

What To Do If You Smell Gas.......... 1

Important Safety Instructions ....... 2-3

Electrical Requirements .................... 4

Models and Parts Identification

................5-7

Cooktop Operating Instructions

Before Using the Cooktop

for the First Time ....................................8

Electric Cooktop Operation ............. 8-9

Electric Control Knob ............................ 9

Signal Lights ............................................... 9

Gas Cooktop Operation............... 10-11

Gas Control Knobs .............................. 10

Cookware......................................... 12-13

Electric Cooking Chart ....................... 14

Gas Cooking Chart .............................. 15

Care and Maintenance

Ceramic Cooktop Cleaning

Guide ................................................. 16-17

Cleaners to Avoid ................................ 16

Daily Care Techniques ........................ 16

Special Care Techniques ..................... 17

Dual and All Gas Cooktop

Cleaning Guide ................................ 18-19

Where to Order Cooktop Cleaning

Creme

..............................................................................

Installation Instructions ............. 20-24

Warranty .......................................... 25

Before Calling for Service

How to Obtain Service

.... Back Cover

......... Back Cover

Packaged with Cooktop

Care and Use Manual plus Installation Instructions Cooktop Cleaning Creme

Razor Blade Scraper Mounting Brackets Registration Card Foam Tape Seal

WARNINGS FOR SAFE GAS INSTALLATIONS

Installer: Please leave these instructions with the unit for the owner.

Owner: Please retain these instructions for future reference.

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or

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explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

✓ Do not store or use gasoline or

other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Shut off gas to the appliance.

• Extinguish any open flame.

• Open Lid.

• If odor continues, immediately phone your gas supplier.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

AVERTISSEMENT

✓ Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser de

l‘essence ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage de l’appareil, ni de tout autre appareil.

S’IL Y A UNE ODEUR DE GAZ:

• Coupez l’admission de gaz de l’appariel.

• Ènteindre toute flamme nue.

• Ouvrir le couvercle.

• Si l’odeur peraiste, appeler immediatement votre compagnie de gaz ou votre departement des incendies.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,

service agency or the gas supplier.

PROPANE GAS INSTALLATION

The cooktop is ready for use with natural gas. It may be converted for use with propane gas using the Burner Propane Conversion Kit, Model NLPKIT5, Part Number 35-00-622. A qualified service techhnican or installer can convert the cooktop. Be sure the unit being installed is correct for the type of gas being used. Refer to the Rating plate on the right side underneath the cooktop, see pages 5 to 7 for the location.

CAUTION

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When connecting the unit to propane gas, make certain the propane tank is equipped with its own high pressure regulator. In addition, the pressure regulator supplied with the cooktop must be on the inlet gas pipe of this unit. The maximum gas pressure to this appliance is not to exceed 14.0 inches water column from the propane gas tank pressure regulator.

TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANS Z21.1a 1996 CURRENT ISSUE, STANDARD FOR HOUSEHOLD COOKING GAS APPLIANCES, and CAN/CGA 1.1 DOMESTIC GAS RANGES, CURRENT ISSUE.

Check your local building codes for the proper method of installation. In the absence of local codes this unit should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No. Z223.1 Current Issue and National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 Current Issue or the CAN - B149 Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances and C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1.

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SAFETY PRACTICES TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR COOKTOP

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WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

• DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels - a violent steam explosion will result.

• SMOTHER FLAMES from a grease fire with a closefitting lid, cookie sheet or other metal tray. Turn off the gas burners or the electric elements. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out immediately EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.

• Use baking soda to SMOTHER FLAMES from other type food fires.

• NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned.

• TURN OFF THE VENTILATOR in case fire or when "flaming" liquor or other spirits. The blower could spread the flames.

• ALWAYS HAVE A WORKING SMOKE DETECTOR NEAR THE KITCHEN.

• USE AN EXTINGUISHER ONLY IF:

1. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you already know how to operate it.

2. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.

3. The fire department is being called.

4. You can fight fire with your back to an exit.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

• Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer

Never use water on cooking fires.

• Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock service panel to prevent power from being switched on accidentally.

• Do not cook on a cooktop in which the glass top has broken. If the cooktop glass should break, do not use it or attempt to clean or fix it. Cleaning solutions and spill-overs may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Turn off electric circuit to the cooktop and call an authorized service agency immediately.

• WARNING: DO NOT STORE ITEMS OF INTEREST TO CHILDREN ABOVE THE COOKTOP OR AT THE BACK OF IT. IF CHILDREN CLIMB ONTO THE COOKTOP TO REACH THESE ITEMS, THEY COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED.

• Children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where appliances are in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of appliance.

WARNING: Do not store flammable materials on or near the cooktop.

• When using the cooktop, do not touch the hot cooking area or the immediate surrounding area. Even though dark in color, these areas may be hot. Areas adjacent to the elements may become hot enough to cause burns.

• Never let clothing, pot holders, or other flammable materials come in contact with the burners, burner grates or cooking area until they are cool to the touch.

• Use only dry pot holders. Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may cause burns from steam. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of pot holders. Do not let pot holders touch hot cooking areas.

• Always use utensils that have flat bottoms and that are large enough to cover the whole cooking area. The use of a utensil smaller than the size of the cooking area will expose a portion of the heated area to direct contact with the user which could result in burns.

• Always use cookware and utensils appropriate for the type and amount of food being prepared.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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• Hold the handle of the pan to prevent movement of the utensil when stirring or turning food. Turn handles of utensils inward so that they do not extend over adjacent work areas, cooking areas, or the edge of the cooktop. This will help prevent hot food spills.

• CAUTION: The cooktop is for cooking. Never use it to warm or heat a room.

• Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified servicer in accordance with the Installation Instructions provided with the cooktop.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified servicer.

• Use high heat settings on the cooktop only when necessary. Use low to medium settings to heat oil slowly.

• Other than the use of metal pans, only certain types of glass, heat-proof glass ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop use. These types of utensils may break with sudden temperature changes. Use only on low or medium heat settings according to the utensil manufacturer’s directions.

• The cooktop is factory assembled for natural gas. It should be correctly adjusted by a qualified service person or installer for the type of gas with which it is used. (See Page 1 for propane gas.)

• For personal safety, wear proper apparel. Loose fitting garments or hanging sleeves should never be worn while cooking.

• In the event that personal clothing catches fire, DROP AND ROLL IMMEDIATELY to extinguish flames.

• Do not use aluminum foil to line any part of the cooktop. Improper use of a foil liner could result in a shock, fire hazard or it could obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Foil is an excellent heat insulator and heat will be trapped beneath it. This will upset the cooking performance and can damage the cooktop finish.

• Do not heat unopened food containers; a buildup of pressure may cause the container to burst.

• Never leave the burners unattended when using high flame settings. Boilovers cause smoking, and greasy spillovers that may ignite. More importantly, if the flame is smothered, unburned gas will be coming into the room. See “What To Do If You Smell Gas”, Page

• Clean the cooktop with caution. If the soil must be removed while the cooktop is hot, clean the hot top with the metal razor blade scraper only. Do not use a wet sponge or cloth while it is hot. produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.

• Clean the ventilation system above or behind the cooktop frequently, so that grease from the cooking vapors does not accumulate on the filters, fan, intake, or hood.

• For proper lighting and performance of the burners, keep the igniters clean. It is necessary to clean these when there is a boil over, or when the burner does not light even though the electronic igniters click. See Page 18.

Some cleaners

• During cooking, set the burner control so that the flame heats only the bottom of the pan and does not extend beyond the edge of the pan.

• If the cooktop is near a window, be certain the curtains do not blow over or near the burners; they could catch on fire.

• Take care that drafts, like those from fans or forced air vents, do not blow flammable material toward the flames or push the flames so that they extend beyond the edges of the utensil.

• In the event a burner goes out and gas escapes, turn OFF all the controls and open a window or a door. Do not attempt to use the cooktop until the gas has had time to dissipate. Wait at least 5 minutes before using the cooktop.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

See Installation Instructions for electrical require-

MODELS:

CGX304U CGX365U CGX456U

Ratings see back cover

MODELS:

CD365U CD456U

Ratings see back cover

ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL PLUG FROM THE WALL RECEPTACLE BEFORE SERVICING THIS UNIT.

The power cord on your cooktop is equipped with a three prong grounding plug with polarized parallel blades. This type of plug is for your protection against shock hazard. This cord must be plugged directly into a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle that is connected to a correctly polarized 120 volt electric power supply. It is recommended that a separate circuit

serving each appliance be provided.

CAUTION - ALL MODELS

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If for any reason a gas control knob is turned ON and there is no electric power to operate the electronic igniter of the cooktop, turn OFF all the gas control knobs and wait 5 minutes for the gas to dissipate before lighting the burner manually. On all models

only the standard burners can be turned on manually.

In Case of an Electrical Failure

ments and grounding instructions, Page 24.

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.

DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD PLUG.

If the electrical outlet you intend to use does not accept the 3-prong plug, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of you, the user, to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code and/or applicable local codes and ordinances, by a qualified electrician.

Cooktop

Three Prong Plug

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Outlet

To light the burners manually, carefully hold a lighted match to the burner ports and push and turn the gas control knob to HI until it lights and then turn knob to desired setting. During a power failure you can use the standard cooktop burners, but each must be lit with a match. The ExtraLow® burners can not be used during a power failure. Refer to pages 5 through 7 and 11 for more information.

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MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Model CD456U

HOT

Model CD365U

HOT

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1. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

2. 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

3. 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

4. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

5. Dual-Circuit Element: Small 6"–1000 Watt,

Large 9" – 2200 Watt Element & Control Knob

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6. Dual-Circuit Element: Small 5" –800 Watt,

Large 7" – 1700 Watt Element & Control Knob

7. "ON" Light

8. "Hot" Indicator Lights

9. Grates

10. Burner Cap

11. Burner Plate

12. Rating Plate, right side, underneath cooktop

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MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Model CGX304U

Models CGX365U

Models CGX456U

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Model CGX304U

1. ExtraLow Control Knob

2. ExtraLow Control Knob

365 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner &

300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner &

MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION

6. Grate

7. Burner Cap

8. Burner Plate

3. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

4. 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

5. "ON" Light

Models CGX365U

1. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

2. ExtraLow® 365 to 11,000 BTU/ HR Burner & Control Knob

3. ExtraLow® 300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

4. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

5. 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

9. Rating Plate, right side, underneath cooktop

6. "ON" Light

7. Grate

8. Burner Cap

9. Burner Plate

10. Rating Plate, Right Side, Underneath Cooktop

Models CGX456U

1. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

2. 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

3. ExtraLow® 365 to 11,000 BTU/ HR Burner & Control Knob

4. ExtraLow® 300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

5. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

6. 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob

7. "ON" Light

8. Grate

9. Burner Cap

10. Burner Plate

11. Rating Plate, Right Side, Underneath Cooktop

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