Thermador CEM Installation Instructions
CEM
COOK TOP
INSTALLA
TION
INSTRUCTIONS
Table of Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Tools and Parts Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Parts Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Overall Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Cabinet Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Countertop Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Seal with Foam Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Prepare the Countertop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Secure Cooktop to Countertop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Before Calling Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Product Data Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
This Thermador Appliance is made by
BSH Home Appliances Corporation
5551 McFadden Ave.
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Questions?
1-800-735-4328
www.thermador.com
We look forward to hearing from you!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLER: LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE APPLIANCE AFTER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE.
IMPORTANT: SAVE FOR THE LOCAL INSPECTOR'S USE.
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified installer, service agency, or manufacturer.
• Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for
easy reference.
• Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified
technician.
Equipment and Usage Safety Requirements
• Before you plug in an electrical cord, be sure all controls are in the OFF
position.
• To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surface units,
cabinet storage space located above the surface units should be avoided. If
cabinet storage is to be provided, the risk can be reduced by installing a range
hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 inches (12.7 cm) beyond the
bottom of the cabinet.
• This appliance has been tested in accordance with ANSI/UL 858 Standard for
Safety for Safety for Household Electric Ranges and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61
National Standard of Canada for Household Cooking Ranges. It is the
responsibility of the owner and the installer to determine if additional
requirements and standards apply in specific installations.
Installation
Before You Begin
Tools and Parts Needed 1. Phillips Head Screwdriver
2. Drill with 1/4” bit (6.35 mm)
3. Tape Measure
Parts Included 1. Foam tape
2. Hold down brackets (4)
3. Screws, #10-32 x 2 1/2” (63.8 mm) (4)
4. Sheet Metal Screws, #8 x 3/8” (9.5 mm) (4)
5. Washers (4)
If parts are missing or damaged, call the number or write to the address listed inside
the back cover.
Overall Dimensions These dimensions are overall.
• Model CEM304: Width 31" (76.2 cm)
• Model CEM365: Width 37" (91.4 cm)
• Model CEM456: Width 46" (116.8 cm)
• All Models: Depth 21-5/8" (549.4 mm)
• Height above countertop: 1/4" (6.35 mm)
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Cabinet Requirements
CAUTION:
To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surface units,
cabinet storage space located above the surface units should be avoided.
If cabinet storage is to be provided, the risk can be reduced by installing a
range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 in. (127 mm) beyond
the bottom of the cabinets.
Figure 1 - Cabinet Requirements
Cabinet Bottom
(Unprotected)
Building Side
Wall
Building Back
Wall
30” min.
(762 mm)
Cooking
Surface
This unit is designed for installation in the counter top with zero clearance to
adjacent walls and projecting surfaces constructed of combustible materials. A 30inch (76.2 cm) minimum clearance is required between the top of the cooktop and
the bottom of an unprotected cabinet. A 24-inch (60.9 cm) minimum distance is
necessary when the bottom of the wood or metal cabinet is protected by not less
than 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) of a flame retardant material covered with not less than No.
28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015-inch (0.4 mm) thick stainless steel, 0.024-inch (0.6 mm)
aluminum, or 0.020-inch (0.5 mm) thick copper. Flame retardant materials bear the
mark:
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC.
CLASSIFIED
MINERAL AND FIBER BOARDS
SURFACE BURNING CHARACTERISTICS
Followed by the flame spread and smoke ratings, these designations are shown as
“FHC (Flame Spread)/(Smoke Developed).” Materials with “O” flame spread ratings
are flame retardant. Local codes may allow other flame spread ratings.
The minimum horizontal clearance from the sides and back edge of the cooktop to
the adjacent vertical combustible walls is 0 (zero) inches.
Countertop Requirements The cutout dimensions depend upon whether the installation is for replacement,
new construction, or installation in a solid surface countertop material, such as
Surel™, Corian® etc. These materials require larger cutouts, use of heat reflective
tape and rounded corners. Always consult the countertop manufacturer for specific
installation instructions.
Figure 2 - Countertop Requirements
1" (25.4 mm) Flat Area
1-1/4" (31.8 mm) Flat Area
30" (76.2 cm)
Minumum
2-1/2"
(63,8 mm)
Setback Distance
from front edge of counter-
(
top to front edge of cutout.)
1" (25.4 mm)
Flat Area
B
1" (25.4 mm) Flat Area
C
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Model # Minimum Inches / (mm) Maximum Inches / (mm)
CEM304 BC19-7/8" / (505 mm)
28-3/4" / (731 mm)
CEM365 BC19-7/8" / (505 mm)
34-3/4" / (883 mm)
CEM456 BC19-7/8" / (505 mm)
43-3/4" / (1111 mm)
*For solid surface countertop installations, use maximum cutout dimensions and consult surface manufacturer for
specific cutting instructions.
Power Requirements Power Supply is dual rated: 240 Volts or 208 Volts, 3 wire, 60 Hz, with the following
circuit breaker requirements:
• Model CEM304: 30 Amp circuit breaker
• Model CEM365: 40 Amp circuit breaker
• Model CEM456: 50 Amp circuit breaker
• All Models: 240 Volt, 3 Wire, 60 Hz / 208 Volt, 3 Wire, 60 Hz
Install a junction box (not supplied), below the counter top within 3 feet (91.4 cm) of
flexible conduit (supplied) located at the right rear corner of the cooktop rough-in
box. Plan the installation of the unit so that the location of the junction box is within 3
feet (91.4 cm) of the right rear of the cooktop bottom. It must be accessible from the
front of the cabinet.
20" / (508 mm)
28-7/8" / (734 mm)
20" / (508 mm)
34-7/8" / (886 mm)
20" / (508 mm)
43-7/8" / (1114 mm)
Figure 3 - Junction Box Installation
Conduit
(approx 3 ft.(91.4 cm))
12”
(30.4 cm)
(approx)
“j” Box
Installation Procedure
Seal with Foam Tape A foam tape is provided to seal the cooktop edges to the countertop. Turn cooktop
upside down and apply tape approximately 1/16” (1.6 mm) from the glass edges.
Use tape around the entire glass perimeter. Cut off excess tape where tape ends
butt.
WARNING:
To avoid electrical shock hazard, before installing the cooktop, switch
power off at the service panel and lock the panel to prevent the power
from being switched on accidentally.
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Figure 4 - Seal with Tape
Swivel Conduit Connector
Foam
Ta pe
Seal
Prepare the Countertop Cut out the countertop per the dimensions shown in section Countertop Cutout
Dimensions above. Always consult the countertop manufacturer for specific
instructions.
Countertops made from natural (i.e. granite and marble) or SOLID SURFACE
MATERIALS, such as Surell™ and Corian®, require special cutout preparation and
installation procedures. Follow the guidelines below for preparing the cutout for solid
surfaces.
Figure 5 - Prepare the Countertop
shows location of
aluminum reflective
tape
tape top and vertical
sides of cutout
1. Round the cutout corners according to instructions from the countertop manufacturer.
2. Apply heat reflective tape (such as 3M™/Scotch® Aluminum Foil Tape #425 or
#427) around the cutout so that it folds over the top and side surfaces. Be sure
the tape extends beyond the outermost flange of the cooktop. All corners should
also be covered with tape.
3. Attach brackets to the burner box using washers and screws provided. Use a wooden block underneath the countertop before tightening the bracket screws.
4. Center cooktop in the cutout to ensure adequate clearance between the burner
box and countertop edge. (A light pencil mark along the center of front edge and
side edge of cooktop and counter will aid in the positioning of the cooktop in the
center.)
5. Trim excess aluminum tape from along the frame edges. BE CAREFUL not to scratch the countertop.
Secure Cooktop to Countertop The cooktop should be secured to the countertop using the hold-down brackets
provided. Prior to inserting cooktop into cutout, turn cooktop upside down and attach
brackets to the burner box using the washers and screws.
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Place cooktop into cutout. Insert clamping screws into the brackets and secure
cooktop to countertop.
Use a wood block to protect fragile countertop materials.
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