Thermador CEM304, CEM365, CEM456 Care and Use Manual

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Thermador Glass Ceramic Cooktops

Models: CEM304, CEM365, CEM456

3rd Draft

A Special Message to Our Customers

Thank you for selecting the Thermador Glass Ceramic Cooktop. We recommend that you take time to read this manual prior to using your cooktop for the first time.

This booklet contains suggestions that will be helpful as well as directions for using all the features on your cooktop. Keep it handy, as it has answers to the questions that may occur when you start to cook.

The information in this manual will help you easily operate and care for your cooktop for years of satisfaction.

If you have any questions, please contact us at 1-800-735-4328. For additional information, visit our website at

www.thermador.com or write to us at:

Thermador Customer Support Call Center 5551 McFadden Avenue Huntington Beach, CA 92649

Sincerely,

Test Kitchen Consumer Scientists

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions............ 1-2

Safety Precautions in French ............. 3-4

Cooktop Models.......................................5

Cooktop Operating Instructions ...........6

Before Using Cooktop for First Time......... 6

Precautions for Long Life and

Good Appearance of the Surface: ................ 6

Indicator Lights ................................................. 6

Retained Heat ................................................... 6

The Elements

Radiant Elements ..............................................7

Dual Element ..................................................... 7

Bridge Element .................................................. 7

Bridge Operation ............................................. 7

Temperature Limiters ..................................... 7

Using Proper Cookware .........................8

Cookware Characteristics ............................. 8

To test the flatness of your pans:................. 8

Specialty pans .................................................... 8

Custom Accessory Griddle ........................... 8

Using Proper Cookware ................................ 8

Setting the Controls ...... 7

Heat Settings for Radiant and

Bridge Elements................................. 9

Cleaning Guide.......................................10

Before Use Care............................................. 10

Knobs ................................................................10

Recommended Cleaners ..............................10

Avoid These Cleaners ...................................10

Daily Cleaning Techniques ...........................10

How to use a Razor Blade Scraper............ 10

Use Cooktop Cleaning Creme

Special Care Chart ..............................11

Troubleshooting .................................... 12

Thermador Cooktop Warranty...........13

Daily....... 10

Packaged with Cooktop

Care and Use Manual Installation Instructions Cooktop Cleaning Creme

Razor Blade Scraper Mounting Brackets Registration Card Foam Tape Seal

CEM Cooktop Care and Use Manual

Important Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR COOKTOP

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 INJURY TO PERSONS, IN THE EVENT OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

• DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths

or towels, on grease fires. A violent steam explosion may result.

• SMOTHER FLAMES from a grease fire with a

close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or other metal tray. Turn off the electric element. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE

FIRE DEPARTMENT.

• SMOTHER FLAMES from other types of food

fires with baking soda. Never use water on cooking fires.

• NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN. You may

be burned.

• LEAVE

when flambéing food.

• ALWAYS

DETECTOR NEAR THE KITCHEN.

• USE

1. You have a Class ABC extinguisher and 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 the fire with your back to an exit.

THE HOOD VENTILATOR ON

HAVE A WORKING SMOKE

EXTINGUISHER ONLY IF:

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC PERSONS,

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

• Before servicing 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.

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 and pets 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.

Do not store flammable materials on or near the cooktop.

• When using the cooktop, DO NOT TOUCH THE HOT COOKING AREA OR THE IMMEDIATE

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 a cooking area until it has cooled.

• For personal safety wear proper apparel. Loose fitting garments or those with long, loose sleeves should never be worn while cooking. Tie long hair so that it doesn't hang loose.

SHOCK, OR INJURY TO

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

WARNING

SURROUNDING AREA. Even

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR COOKTOP

Important Safety Instructions

• 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.

• This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes. 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. Proper relationship of utensil to burner will also improve efficiency.

• 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, risk of burns and ignition of flammable materials.

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

• Never move a pan of hot oil, especially a deep fat fryer. Wait until it is cool.

• Never leave the cooktop unattended when using high heat settings. Boil-overs can cause smoke and possibly damage the cooktop.

• Hold the handle of the pan to prevent movement of the utensil when stirring or turning food.

• Other than the use of metal pans, only certain types of glass, heatproof 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.

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. referred to a qualified servicer.

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

• Do not place any hot cookware on the control panel area,

All other servicing should be

• 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. Some cleaners 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Précautions d’Emploi et Avertissements

LES PRÉCAUTIONS D’EMPLOI

Supplément pour le Canada

Pour Le Manuel de Soin et D’utilisation et

Les Instructions D’installation Pour

LA TABLE DE CUISSON ÉLECTRIQUE

VEUILLEZ LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS

ENTIERES AVANT DE CONTINUER.

IMPORTANT: L’INSTALLATION

CONFORMER AUX TOUS LES CODES LOCAUX. IMPORTANT: Garder ces instructions pour l’emploi

de l’Inspecteur Électrique Local.

L’INSTALLATEUR:

avec cet appareil pour la propriètaire.

LE PROPRIÈTAIRE:

pour l’référence future.

ADVERTISSEMENT: Debrancher l’alimentation avant d’installer. Avant de mettre l’appareil EN MARCHE, soyez certain que toutes les commandes vent á la position ARRÉT.

Veuillez laisser ces Instructions

Veuillez retenir ces instructions

DOIT

GARDER CES INSTRUCTIONS

Votre sécurité nous concerne.

Ce manuel contient des remarques concernant votre sécurité. Ces remarques seront précédées des mots AVERTISSEMENT ou PRECAUTIONS D’EMPLOI. Lisez-les attentivement et suivez les consignee.

AVERTISSEMENT:

attire votre attention sur des situations qui pourraient occasionner des dommages corporals, des brûlures ou des électrocutions.

PRECAUTIONS D’EMPLOI:

décrivent ce qui pourrait endommager l’appareil (le rayer, le bosseler, etc...) ou votre mobilier.

AVANT LA PREMIÈRE UTILISATION DE VOTRE TABLE DE CUISSON

Enlevez toutes les etiquettes et l’emballage

1. Verifiez que vous avez les pieces suivantes:

• Plaque et Grille (lèchefrite, couvercle, plaque, grille, élément amovible)

• Cuvettes d’égouttement -

• Plateau d’égouttement -

• Consignes d’ installation

• Carte de service après-vente

2. Lisez le manuel de mode d’emploi qui accompagne cette table de cuisson.

LES INSTRUCTIONS DE

SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

AVERTISSEMENT- POUR REDUIRE LE RISQUE

D’INCENDIE, DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, OU DE LA BLESSURE AUX PERSONNES, OBSERVER LE SUIVANT:

A. Utiliser cet appareil seulement dans la maniere destinee par le fabricant. Si vous avez de questions, contacter le Fabricant.

B. Avant l’lnstaller, l’Entretien ou le Nettoyage de l’Appareil, Couper le Courant au Tableau de Service, et Fermer à Clef le Tableau de Service Pour Empêcher l’Alimentation d’Être Allumée Par Hasard.

PRÉCAUTIONS D’EMPLOI SEULEMENT POUR L’UTILISATION D’AÉRATION. NE PAS L’UTILISER POUR ÉPUISER LA VAPEUR OU LES MATIÉRES EXPLOSIVES OU DANGEREUSES.

A. Utiliser les hautes positionnements du cuisinière

seulement quand c’est nécessaire. Chauffer l’huile lentement sur un positionnement teas à moyen.

B. Ne jamais laisser le table de cussion sans surveillance en utilisant les réglages des haute flammes. Les surbouillants peuvent causer le fumage et les débordés graisseux qui peuvant s’allumer.

C. Utiliser toujours les batteries de cuisine et les ustensiles appropriés pour le type et la quantité de la nourriture ayant préparée.

AVERTISSEMENT: - POUR RÉDUIRE LE

RISQUE DE BLESSURE AUX PERSONNES DANS L’

ÉVÉNEMENT D’UN FEU DE GRAISSE DU SOMMET

DE LA TABLE DE CUISSON OBSERVER LES SUIVANTS:

A. ÉTOUFFER LES FLAMMES avec un couvercle ajusté, une tole du biscuit ou un plateau metallique, puis fermer le bec l’élément électrique. SOYEZ CERTAIN D’EMPECHER LES BRÛLURES. Si les llammes ne s’éteindront pas immediatement, ÉVACUER ET APPELER LE SERVICE DES INCENDIES.

B. NE PAS UTILISER DE L’EAU SUR LE FEU DE CUISSON, y compris les layettes mouillés ou les

serviettes - une explosion à vapeur resultera. Étouffer les llames avec du bicarbonate de soude.

C. NE JAMAIS RAMASSER UNE CASSEROLE EN FLAMMES Vous pouvez être brule.

D. En case un fue quand intenffonnelmente”flamber” la liqueur ou des autre esprits sur le Cooktop, METTRE le venfflateur à L’ARRET.

E. Dans l’événement que l’habillement personnel prend

feu, TOMBER ET ROULER IMMÉDIATEMENT pour eteindre les flammes.

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