Thermador PSC366, PSC364GD, PSC486GL, PSC484WK, PSC484GG User Manual
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CARE AND USE MANUAL
F o r P r o f e s s i o n a l C o o k t o p s
Models
P24WK
PSC364GD
PSC364GL
PSC366
PSC484GG
PSC486GD
PSC486GL
PSC484WK
A SPECIAL MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS
Thank you for selecting the Thermador PROFESSIONAL® Cooktop. We recommend that you take time to read this entire booklet before using your new appliance for the first time.
The booklet contains suggestions we believe will be helpful as well as directions
for using all the features of this cooktop. Keep it in a handy place, as it has the
answers to questions that may occur when you start to cook.
Let us know if we can help you. When you write, please include the model and
serial numbers of your cooktop.
Sincerely,
Thermador Test Kitchen Consumer Scientists
WARNING:
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If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or 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
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone.
• Follow the gas supplier’s instruction.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
▲ Installation and service must be per-
formed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
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.
CE QUI FAIRE SI VOUS
SENTEZ LE GAZ
• Ne pas essayer d'allumer aucum appareil.
• Ne pas toucher aucum interrupteur
électrique; ne pas utiliser aucun téléphone
dans votre bàtiment.
• Appeler immediatement votre fournisseur
de gaz du téléphone d'un voisin. Sulvre
l'instruction du fournisseur de gaz.
• Si vous ne pouvez pas contacter votre
fournisseur, téléphone le service des
incendies.
▲
L'installation et le service doivent étre
exécutés par un installateur qualifié, une
agence de service ou le fournisseur de
gaz.
INTRODUCTION
The Thermador PROFESSIONAL® Cooktops are
built-in units available in a number of configurations. Models PSC486GD, PSC486GL, PSC484GG
and PSC484WK feature a gas cooking surface with
six sealed burners and a griddle, six sealed burners and a grill, four sealed burners with a griddle
and a grill, or four sealed burners with a wok, respectively. Models PSC364GD, PSC364GL, and
PSC366 feature a gas cooking surface with four
sealed burners and a griddle, four sealed burners
and a grill, or six sealed burners. Models P24WK
and PSC484WK have a high output WOK burner
rated at 30,000 BTU/HR.
IMPORTANT
All Cooktops having less than 12" (305 mm)
horizontal clearance between combustible
materials and the back edge of the Cooktop
must be installed with a Thermador Low Back
Backguard. If more than 12" (305 mm) horizontal clearance exists, a Thermador Island
Trim may be used instead of the backguard.
Before using the Cooktop, insure that it is
equipped with the appropriate Low Back
Backguard or Island Trim. Refer to the Installation Instructions accompanying this appliance for more information.
Cooktops are shipped by the factory to operate
on natural gas. Verify the type of gas being used
at the installation site matches the type of gas used
by the appliance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction........................................................1
Gas Type Verification ......................................... 1
SECTION ONE: General Safety Instructions
Safety ................................................................. 2
Precautions.........................................................3
SECTION TWO: Before You Begin
Before Using Your Cooktop for the First Time... 5
SECTION THREE: Description
Model & Parts Identification – PSC48................ 6
Model & Parts Identification – PSC36................ 7
Model & Parts Identification – P24WK............... 8
SECTION FOUR: Using the Cooktop
Sealed Burners ...................................................9
ExtraLow
Electronic Igniter .............................................. 10
Flame Setting Guidelines................................. 11
Cookware Recommendations .......................... 12
Specialty Cookware ......................................... 13
Surface Burner Cooking Chart ................. 14 – 15
Using the Grill .......................................... 16 – 18
Grill Cooking Chart ..................................19 – 20
Using the Griddle............................................. 21
Griddle Cooking Chart ....................................21
SECTION FIVE: Wok Operation
Before Using Prepare Wok.................................5
Using the Wok.................................................. 22
Wok Operation ................................................ 23
SECTION SIX: Care and Maintenance
Cooktop and Wok Cleaning Chart .......... 24 – 28
SECTION SEVEN: Before Calling For Service
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance .............................29
Before Calling For Service ...............................30
Data Rating Plate .............................................30
Warranty...........................................................33
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Burners ...........................................10
If the location/job site requires a conversion from
one type of gas to another, contact the dealer
where the unit was purchased or contact
Thermador (800/735-4328). The field conversion
kit for all Professional cooktops (PSC series) is
Thermador Model CTLPKIT. Field conversion must
be done by qualified service personal only.
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CAUTION
When connecting the unit to propane gas,
make certain the propane gas tank is
equipped with its own high-pressure regulator in addition to the pressure regulator supplied with the range. The pressure of the gas
supplied to the appliance regulator must not
exceed 14" (34.57 mB) water column.
TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI
Z21.1 CURRENT ISSUE, STANDARD FOR
HOUSEHOLD COOKING GAS
APPLIANCES. IN CANADA TESTED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH 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 Natrional Fuel Gas Code
No. Z223.1 Current Issue and the 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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Section One: General Safety Instructions
SAFETY
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
All Cooktop models and the Wok require an electrical circuit rated at 120 volts, 60 Hz., 15 Amps.
For personal safety, this appliance must be
connected to a properly grounded and polarized
electrical power supply.
Always disconnect the electrical plug from the wall
receptacle before servicing this unit.
See Installation Instructions for electrical
requirements and grounding instructions.
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In Case of an Electrical Failure
CAUTION - ALL MODELS
DO NOT UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE
THE SEPARATE GROUND WIRE OR
THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM
THE POWER CORD PLUG.
It is the personal responsibility and obligation of
you, the user, to have this appliance connected to
the electrical power supply in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and/or applicable local
codes and ordinances by a qualified electrician.
It is recommended that a dedicated circuit servicing this appliance be provided.
If for any reason a gas control knob is turned ON and there is no electric power to operate the
electronic igniters on the cooktop burners, turn OFF the gas control knob and wait 5 min-
utes for the gas to dissipate before lighting the cooktop burner manually.
To light the cooktop burners and grill manually, carefully hold a lighted match to the burner
ports and turn the gas control knob to HI. During a power failure, you can manually light the
standard cooktop burners and grill only, but each must be lit with a match.
If the grill is left on and power is restored, the grill will relight.
DO NOT attempt to light the two left burners manually. These burners are equipped
with the ExtraLow® feature and cannot be lit manually.
See Pages 11 and 29 for additional information on manually lighting the burners.
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Section One: General Safety Instructions
CAUTION
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SAFETY PRACTICES TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
Your new Thermador
PROFESSIONAL
been designed to be a safe,
reliable appliance when properly
used and cared for. If not
properly used, it could be
dangerous. Read all instructions
in this Care and Use Manual
carefully before using this
cooktop.
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WARNING: These
precautions will reduce the risk
of burns, electric shock, fire,
and injury to persons. Use
extreme care when using this
restaurant caliber cooktop as
this appliance provides intense
heat and can increase the
accident potential.
When using kitchen appliances, these basic safety precautions must be followed:
• Insure proper installation and
servicing. Follow the installation
instructions provided with this
product. Have the cooktop installed and grounded by a qualified technician.
• Have the installer show you
where the gas supply shut-off
valve is located so that you
know how and where to turn off
the gas to the cooktop.
• If you smell gas, follow the instructions shown inside the front
cover.. If the connections are not
perfectly tight, you can have a
small leak and therefore a faint
gas smell. Finding a gas leak is
not a “do-it-yourself” procedure.
Some leaks can only be found
with the burner control in the ON
position and this must be done
by a qualified service technician.
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Cooktop has
See inside the front cover regarding gas leaks.
• In the event a burner goes out
and gas escapes, turn off the
burner 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.
• 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
technician.
• 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 the
appliance.
Do not store items of interest
to children above the cooktop
or at the back of it. If children
should climb onto the appliance
to reach these items, they could
be seriously injured.
• Never use any part of the
cooktop for storage. Flammable materials can catch fire
and plastic items may melt or
ignite.
• If the cooktop is near a window, be certain the curtains do
not blow over or near the
cooktop burners; they could
catch on fire.
• DO NOT USE WATER ON
GREASE FIRES. Turn appliance
off and smother fire with baking
soda or use a dry chemical or
foam-type extinguisher.
• Never let clothing, pot holders, or other flammable materials come in contact with or
too close to any element,
burner or burner grate until it
has cooled. Fabric may ignite
and result in personal injury.
• 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 elements, hot
burners, or burner grates.
• For personal safety, wear
proper apparel. Loose fitting
garments or hanging sleeves
should never be worn while using this appliance. Some synthetic fabrics are highly flammable and should not be worn
while cooking.
• Do not use aluminum foil as
a shield against food spills or
drippings around the burners or
control panel area. This could
obstruct the flow of combustion
and ventilation air. This can damage the finish of the cooktop.
The appliance is for cooking.
Based on safety considerations,
never use the cooktop to warm
or heat a room. Such use can
damage the cooktop.
• When using the cooktop: DO
NOT TOUCH THE BURNER
GRATES OR THE IMMEDIATE
SURROUNDING AREAS adjacent to the burners may become
hot enough to cause burns.
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Section One: General Safety Instructions
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• Never leave the cooktop unattended when using high flame
settings. Boil-overs cause smoking and greasy spills that may ignite. More importantly, if the
burner flames are smothered,
unburned gas will escape into
the room. See inside the front
cover regarding gas leaks.
• Only certain types of glass,
heatproof glass-ceramic, ceramic, earthenware or other
glazed utensils are suitable for
cooktop use. This type of uten-
sil may break with sudden temperature changes. Use only on
low or medium heat settings according to the utensil
manufacturer’s directions.
• Do not heat unopened food
containers; a buildup of pres-
sure may cause the container to
burst.
• During cooking, set the
burner control so that the
flame heats only the bottom of
the pan and does not extend
beyond the bottom of the pan.
• Use caution to insure that drafts
like those from forced air vents
or fans do not blow flammable
material toward the flames or
push the flames so that they extend beyond the edges of the
pot.
• Always use utensils that have
flat bottoms, large enough to
cover the burner. The use of un-
dersized utensils can expose a
portion of the flame and may result in ignition of clothing.
• To minimize burns, ignition of
flammable materials and unintentional spills, position handles
CAUTION
of utensils inward so they do
not extend over adjacent work
areas, cooking areas or the edge
of the cooktop.
• Hold the handle of the pan
to prevent movement of the
utensil when stirring or turning
food.
• Do not use the grill for cooking excessively fatty meats or
products which promote flareups.
• The optional cutting board accessory must be removed
fore operating the griddle.
• GREASE IS FLAMMABLE. Let
hot grease cool before attempting to handle it. Avoid letting
grease deposits collect. Clean after each use.
• For proper lighting and performance of the burners, keep the
ports 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 27.
WARNING
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After a spill or boil over, turn
off the burner and clean
around the burner and burner
port. After cleaning, check for
proper operation.
• Clean the cooktop with caution. Avoid steam burns; do not
use a wet sponge or cloth to
clean the cooktop while it is hot.
Some cleaners produce noxious
fumes if applied to a hot surface.
Follow directions provided by
the cleaner manufacturer.
be-
• Be sure all cooktop and grill
controls are turned off and the
cooktop and grill are cool be-
fore using any type of aerosol
cleaner on or around the cooktop. The chemicals that produce
the spraying action can, in the
presence of heat, ignite or cause
metal parts to corrode. Service
should only be done by authorized technicians. Technicians
must disconnect the power supply before servicing this unit.
• CAUTION: To avoid fire
hazzard, clean the ventilator
hood and filters above the
cooktop frequently so grease
from cooking vapors does not
accumulate on them.
• In case of fire or when intentionally “flaming” liquor or
other spirits on the cooktop,
follow hood manufacturer’s instructions.
• Install a smoke detector in or
near the kitchen.
• California Proposition 65
Warning: The burning of gas
cooking fuel generates some byproducts which are on the list of
substances which are known by
the State of California to cause
cancer or reproductive harm.
California law requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. To minimize exposure to
these substances, always operate this unit according to the instructions contained in this booklet and provide good ventilation
to the room when cooking with
gas.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Section Two: Before You Begin
BEFORE USING YOUR COOKTOP FOR THE FIRST TIME
1. Check that you have all the items listed for your model, as shown in the chart below.
2 . Record the Model and Serial number of your appliance as described on Page 30. This may be used
for any future contacts with your servicer or the factory. Enter this information on the Product
Registration Card included with this product; then mail it to the indicated address.
3. Optional Accessories: Grill Cover, Griddle Cover, Cast Iron Wok Ring, Chopping Board for built-in
griddle area. A portable griddle and other accessories are available from your Thermador dealer.
Description PSC364GD PSC364GL PSC366 PSC484GG PSC484WK PSC486GD PSC486GL P24WK
Star™ Burner caps
Burner Grates 2 2 3 2 2 3 3
Control Knobs 5 5 6 6 5 7 7 1
Cast Iron Grill Grate
Stainless Steel
Radiant 1 1 1
Removable Griddle
Wok Pan and Lid 1 1
Product
Registration Card
Backguard * * * * * * * *
Installation
Instructions 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
* Backguard or Island Trim must be ordered separately. These are not included with the cooktop shipment.
44 64 4 66
11 1
111
11 11 1 111
BEFORE USING YOUR WOK THE FIRST TIME
1. For Models P24WK and PSC484WK, check that you have these
Remove all
packaging materials
and temporary labels
from the Wok Pan.
items:
• One Wok Pan with Lid and Trivet.
2. The first time the Wok Pan is used, clean the surface thoroughly
with hot soapy water. The initial cleaning is needed to remove
the protective oil coating. Dry thoroughly.
3. Apply a light coat of vegetable oil (do not use corn oil) to the entire
inside and outside surface with a paper towel.
4. Heat the Wok Pan on a medium setting until cooking surface turns
golden brown. Cool wok.
5. Repeat this procedure several times. This seasoning seals the
pores of the metal, keeps food from sticking, and prevents the
Wok from rusting.
6. Wipe off excess oil before using or storing the Wok Pan. Do not
scour because scouring will remove seasoning.
BEFORE USING YOUR GRIDDLE THE FIRST TIME
Clean the surface with hot soapy water. Rinse thoroughly with clear water. The griddle is now ready to use.
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Section Three: Description
MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION for 48" MODELS
MODEL PSC484WK
(4 Burners and Wok)
MODEL PSC484GG
(4 Burners and Griddle and Grill)
Key for PSC48 Models
1 – 12” Low Back or Island Trim
(ordered separately)
MODEL PSC486GD
(6 Burners and Griddle)
MODEL PSC486GL
(6 Burners and Grill)
1
2 – Burner Grates & Burners
3 – Grill (PSC484GG and
PSC486GL)
4 – Griddle (PSC484GG and
PSC486GD)
5 – Control Knobs, ExtraLow®
Burners
6 – Control Knobs, Standard
Burners
7 – Control Knob, Grill
8 – Control Knob, Griddle
Thermostat
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5
6
Model PSC484GG
4
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Section Three: Description
MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION for 36" MODELS
4
MODEL PSC366
(6 Burners)
Key for PSC36 Models
MODEL PSC364GL
(4 Burners and Grill)
MODEL PSC364GD
(4 Burners and Griddle)
1
1 – 12” Low Back or Island Trim
(ordered separately)
2 – Burner Grates & Burners
3 – Griddle ( PSC364GD)
4 – Grill (PSC364GL) – shown in top
view
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5 – Control Knobs, ExtraLow
Burners
6 – Control Knob, Griddle Thermostat
(PSC364GD)
7 – Control Knobs, Standard Burners
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2 2
5
Model PSC364GD
3
6
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Section Three: Description
MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION for 24" MODELS
1
2
3
4
MODEL P24WK
Key for Model GP24WK and PSC484WK
1 – Low Back Guard (shown). Optional Island Trim
available. (Low Back or Island Trim must be
ordered separately.)
2 – 24" Wok cooktop
3 – Wok pan support ring
4 – Control knob
5 – Wok pan and lid
6 – Large Kettle/Pot
(not provided)
7 – Wok Trivet
5
Wok Pan with Lid
6
➞
7
➞
WOK TRIVET
Fits over wok pan support ring for large pots
used over wok burner.
(see right)
3
Wok Trivet Assembly
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Section Four: Using the Cooktop
USING THE COOKTOP
Sealed Burners
Sealed Star™ Burner Base
The cooktop features four or six
gas surface burners; each rated
at 15,000 BTU/HR. The burners
are sealed to the stainless steel
top frame to prevent liquid spills
from accumulating below the
top surface, making it easier to
clean.
On all models, the two left
burners have the exclusive
ExtraLow‚ feature; the remaining
burners are standard. Each
burner has its own control knob.
CONTROL KNOBS
The control knobs for two sealed
gas burners, one in front and one
in the rear, are located directly in
front of and below the pair of
burners on the control panel.
Rear
Burner
Location
Knob
Setting
Indicator
Bezel
Standard Burner
Control Knob
The icon above each control
shows whether the burner
position is in the front or in the
rear. A solid star indicates the
location of the burner controlled
by that particular knob. The
drawing above shows the knob
controlling the rear burner.
BTU Output for Standard Burners
• HI is equivalent to 15,000 BTU / HR.
• LO is equivalent to 2,200 BTU / HR.
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BTU Output for ExtraLow
• HI is equivalent to 15,000 BTU / HR.
• LO is equivalent to 3,000 BTU / HR.
• XLO is equivalent to 370 BTU / HR.
Burners
ExtraLow® Burners
The controls for the two left
burners, front and rear, have
flame settings even lower than
the standard LO settings.
Front
Burner
Location
ExtraLow
Range
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ExtraLow® Burner
Control Knob
OPERATION OF THE
BURNERS
• Press in on the knob and turn
it counter-clockwise to the HI
setting.
• The igniter for the selected
sealed burner clicks and
sparks.
• After flame ignition, the
igniters stop clicking.
• Rotate the knob to any flame
setting between HI and LO.
• The Blue Burner Signal Light,
between the burners, will light
when adjacent burners are lit.
They will remain on until the
burner is turned off.
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The drawing shows that the
control knob has an additional
range between the LO and XLO
settings. When the knob is set
within this range, the flame
pulses off and on. By varying the
length of time the flame is off
and on, the heat is reduced even
further to cook delicate foods.
For example, these very low
settings are suitable for
simmering and poaching,
melting chocolate and butter,
holding cooked foods at
temperatures without scorching
or burning, etc.
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