Thermador WDC30J, WDC36J, WDC30JS, WDC30JP, WDC36JP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OPERATION MANUAL

INSTALLATION MANUAL

For THERMADOR PROFESSIONAL® and MASTERPIECE® Convection Warming Drawers

MANUEL D'INSTALLATION

Pour THERMADOR PROFESSIONAL® et MASTERPIECE® Convection Tiroir réchaud

MANUAL DE INSTALACIÓN

Para cajones calentadores de convección PROFESSIONAL® y MASTERPIECE® de THERMADOR

Models/ Modèles/ Modelos:

WDC30J WDC36J WDC30JS WDC30JP WDC36JP

Table of Contents

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Before you Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Tools and Parts Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Parts Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Warming Drawer 30” Specifications & Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Warming Drawer 36” Specifications & Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Custom Drawer Front Attachment (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Installation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Installer Final Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Data Rating Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

To Clean & Protect Exterior Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

This THERMADOR® appliance is made by

BSH Home Appliances Corporation

1901 Main Street, Suite 600

Irvine, CA 92614

Questions?

1-800-735-4328

www.thermador.com

We look forward to hearing from you!

Safety

Important Safety Instructions

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Appliance Handling Safety

Hidden surfaces may have sharp edges. Use caution when reaching behind or under appliance.

Safety Codes and Standards

This appliance complies with one or more of the following Standards:

• UL 858, The Standard for the Safety of Household Electric Ranges

• UL 923, The Standard for the Safety of Microwave Cooking Appliances, current edition

• UL 507, The Standard for the Safety of Electric Fans

• UL 1026, Electric Household Cooking and Food Service Appliances

• ANSI Z21.1, The American National Standard for Household Cooking Gas Appliances

• CSA C22.2 No. 64, Household Cooking and LiquidHeating Appliances

• CSA C22.2 No. 113, Fans and Ventilators

• CSA C22.2 No. 61, Household Cooking Ranges

It is the responsibility of the owner and the installer to determine if additional requirements and/or standards apply to specific installations.

INSTALLER – Show the owner the location of the circuit breaker. Mark it for easy reference.

IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector's use.

Related Equipment Safety

Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance.

Never modify or alter the construction of the appliance. For example, do not remove panels or wire covers.

WARNING:

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, fire or shock may result causing property damage or personal injury.

CAUTION:

For units with glass panels, use care when handling glass to avoid breaking. Broken glass could cause injury.

Electric Safety

Do not cut or remove the ground prong on the power cord. It must be plugged into a matching grounding type receptacle to avoid electrical shock. If there is any doubt as to whether the wall receptacle is properly grounded, the customer should have it checked by a qualified electrician.

Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. Installation, electrical connections and grounding must comply with all applicable codes.

If required by the National Electrical Code (or Canadian Electrical Code), this appliance must be installed on a separate branch circuit.

Before installing, turn power OFF at the service panel. Lock service panel to prevent power from being turned ON accidentally.

Refer to data label for more information. See “Data Rating Label” on page 11 for Data Label location.

WARNING:

Electrical Shock Hazard

• Do not remove ground prong.

• Do not use an adapter.

• Do not use an extension cord.

• Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

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Installation

Before you Begin

CAUTION:

Tools and Parts Needed

Jig Saw with wood blade

Masking or Painter’s tape

Phillips head screwdriver

Measuring tape

Drill with 1/8” bit

Work gloves

Items Included

3 – Phillips head screws, 3/4” (3.175 mm)

4 – Phillips head screws, 1/2” (12.70 mm)

(WDC30J / 36J models only)

1 – Anti-tip bracket

1 – Installation Manual

1 – Use & Care Guide

DO NOT lift the warming drawer by the door's handle, as this may damage the door hinges and cause the door to fit incorrectly.

WARNING:

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manual. Improper installation, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for guidance. All other servicing should be done by a qualified technician.

Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance. Please, recycle the packaging material, as all THERMADOR appliance packaging material is recyclable. Never allow children to play with packaging material.

General Information

CAUTION:

It is recommended to have two installers to install warming drawer. Failure to do so may result in property damage or personal injury.

CAUTION:

Never operate the warming drawer without a front panel attached. You can attach a THERMADOR® front panel

or a custom front panel.

CAUTION:

Before installing, turn power OFF at the service panel. Lock service panel to prevent power from being turned ON accidentally.

Power Requirements and Grounding

Circuit Specifications: 120V, 15A, 60Hz, 3-wire, grounded outlet.

The outlet must be properly grounded in accordance with all applicable codes.

It is the responsibility of the installer to comply with local codes. If no local codes are applicable, wire in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition.

Electrical Location

The electrical outlet can be installed in the back wall directly behind the warming drawer. A recessed power receptacle must not exceed 5½ ft (1.7m) maximum distance from the right side of the warming drawer cutout. Installation clearances permit for the excess power cord to be coiled behind the appliance.

DO NOT install this warming drawer in wet locations or outdoors.

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Warming Drawer 30-Inch

WDC30JS

WDC30JP

Installation Considerations

Instructions are based on standard American cabinets 36" (914 mm) high and 24" (609 mm) deep with a 25" (635 mm) countertop. If using non-standard cabinets, alter dimensions accordingly.

Cabinet opening bottom must be able to support 110 lbs. (50 kg).

Wall-Mounted Installation

THERMADOR® warming drawers may be installed below any THERMADOR single or double built-in oven. A minimum space of 1" (25.4mm) is recommended between the bottom of the oven and the top of the warming drawer.

Under-Counter Installation

THERMADOR warming drawers may also be installed below any THERMADOR electric or non-professional gas cooktop as long as there is no contact between the bottom of the cooktop and the top of the warming drawer. When installing below a THERMADOR induction cooktop, a minimum 1" (25.4 mm) air gap must be maintained between the bottom of the cooktop and the top of the warming drawer.

Specifications and Dimensions

WDC30JS WDC30JP

Without Door

Product Width Product Height Product Depth w/ gasket

Cutout Width Cutout Height Cutout Depth

Door Width Door Height Door Depth

Clearance for door opening

Electrical Supply Required Circuit Breaker Wattage Power Cord Included Power Cord Length

29½" (749 mm) 10½" (267 mm)

22" (559 mm)

28½" (724 mm)

10" (254 mm) 23" (584 mm)

29¾" (756 mm) 11¼" (286 mm)

" (37 mm)

" (580 mm) for JP

" (570 mm) for JS

120 V AC, 60Hz

15 Amp

930

120V-3-Wire

72" (1,829 mm)

When installing below a THERMADOR PROFESSIONAL® rangetop, a minimum 2¾" (70 mm) air gap must be maintained between the bottom of the rangetop and the top of the warming drawer.

Shipping Weight 80 lbs (36 kg)

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Dimension 30" (762 mm) Overall Dimensions

27⅝" (702 mm) B 21¾" (553 mm) C 29¾" (756 mm) D 18¾" (476 mm) E 11¼" (286 mm) F 29½" (749 mm)

Figure 1: 30” Warming Drawer Overall Dimensions

Cabinet Cutout Dimensions Dimension 30" (762mm)

1½”

(38 mm)

Electrical

Location

1½” (38 mm) min

to opening above

A 28½" (724 mm)

B 10" (254 mm)

C 23" (584 mm)

Allow 4½” (144 mm) for drawer handle

clearance

D1⅛" (28 mm)

⅝" (16mm)

Door frame overlaps

cabinet (x2)

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Figure 2: 30” Cabinet Cutout Dimensions

Warming Drawer 36-Inch

WDC36JP

Specifications and Dimensions

Installation Considerations

Instructions are based on standard American cabinets 36" (914 mm) high and 24" (609 mm) deep with a 25" (635 mm) countertop. If using non-standard cabinets, alter dimensions accordingly.

Cabinet opening bottom must be able to support 110 lbs (50 kg).

Wall-Mounted Installation

THERMADOR® warming drawers may be installed below any THERMADOR single or double built-in oven. A minimum space of 1" (25.4 mm) is recommended between the bottom of the oven and the top of the warming drawer.

Without Door

Product Width Product Height Product Depth w/ gasket

Cutout Width Cutout Height Cutout Depth

Door Width Door Height Door Depth

Clearance for door opening

Electrical Supply Required Circuit Breaker Wattage Power Cord Included Power Cord Length

WDC36JP

35½" (902 mm) 10½" (267 mm) 22" (559 mm)

34½" (876 mm) 10" (254 mm) 23" (584 mm)

35¾" (907 mm) 11¼" (286 mm)

" (37 mm) or

" (103 mm) w/ pro

handle

" (580 mm)

120 V AC, 60Hz 15 Amp 1080 120V-3-Wire 72" (1,829 mm)

Under-Counter Installation

When installing below a THERMADOR PROFESSIONAL® rangetop, a minimum 2¾" (70 mm) air gap must be maintained between the bottom of the rangetop and the top of the warming drawer.

Shipping Weight 92 lbs (42 kg)

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Dimension 36" (914 mm) Overall Dimensions

A33

" (853 mm)

B 21¾" (553 mm)

C 35¾" (908 mm) D 18¾" (476 mm)

E 11¼" (286 mm) F 35½" (902 mm)

Figure 3: 36” Warming Drawer Overall Dimensions

Cabinet Cutout Dimensions Dimension 36" (914mm)

Electrical

Location

1½”

(38 mm)

1½” (38 mm) min

to opening above

Allow 4½” (144 mm) for drawer handle clearance

Door frame overlaps cabinet (x2)

A 34½" (876 mm)

B 10" (254 mm)

C 23" (556 mm)

D1⅛" (28 mm)

⅝" (16 mm)

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Figure 4: 36” Cabinet Cutout Dimensions

Custom Drawer Front Dimensions

WDC30J WDC36J

Specifications and Dimensions

WDC30J WDC36J

Custom panels must meet the following requirements:

• Have a handle.

• Have a minimum thickness of 3/4" (19 mm).

• Have all edges finished.

• If using wood, the back must be sealed to prevent moisture damage.

• Be capable of withstanding temperatures above 158 °F (70 °C).

Custom Drawer Front Preparation

1. Mark pilot holes on the back side of the panel according to the dimensions indicated in Figure 5 on page 8.

2. Drill pilot holes with a 3/32” (2.5 mm) drill bit. Be careful not to drill all the way through the panel. Pilot holes should only be 7/16” (11 mm) deep, see

Figure 6 on page 8.

3. Attach your own handle.

Product Width Product Height Product Depth

Cutout Width Cutout Height Cutout Depth

Minimum Front Panel Width Front Panel Height Front Panel Depth

Clearance for door opening

Electrical Supply Circuit Breaker Wattage Power Cord Incl. Cord Length

Shipping Weight 65 lbs (30 kg) 75 lbs (34 kg)

29½" (749 mm) 10½" (267 mm)

22" (559 mm)

28½" (724 mm)

10" (254 mm) 23" (584 mm)

29 ¾" (756 mm)

11¼" (286 mm)

¾" (19 mm)

18¾" (476 mm)

plus custom panel & handle depth

120 V AC, 60Hz

15 Amp

930

120V-3-Wire

72" (1,829 mm)

35½" (902 mm) 10½" (267 mm)

22" (559 mm)

34½" (876 mm)

10" (254 mm) 23" (584 mm)

" (907 mm)

11¼" (286 mm)

¾" (19 mm)

120 V AC, 60Hz

15 Amp

1080

120V-3-Wire

72" (1,829 mm)

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Custom Front Preparation

Custom Panel Rear View Dimension WDC30J

A 22" (559 mm)

B 2½" (64 mm)

AAA

centerline

Dimension WDC36J

A 28" (711 mm)

B 2½" (64 mm)

Figure 5: Pilot Holes Hole Dimensions

4x Pilot holes

7/16” (11 mm)

" (46 mm)

" (313 mm)

" (46 mm)

" (389 mm)

Pilot Holes

dia. 3/32” (2.5 mm)

Figure 6: Drilling the Pilot Holes

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Attach Custom Drawer Front

Custom front panel

1. On the back side of the panel, mark the pilot holes of the custom drawer front at the locations and specifications indicated in Figure 5 and Figure 6.

2. Drill pilot holes. Be careful not to drill all the way through the panel! Pilot holes should only be 7/16” (11 mm) deep.

3. Attach drawer front with four (4) 1/2” (12.7 mm) screws through the back side of drawer front (Figure 7).

Figure 7: Custom Front Panel Installation

Custom front panel

Installation Procedure

CAUTION:

Before installing, turn power OFF at the service panel. Lock service panel to prevent power from being turned ON accidentally.

CAUTION:

It is recommended to have two installers to install warming drawer. Failure to do so may result in property damage or personal injury.

1. Turn power OFF at the service panel. Lock service panel to prevent power from being turned ON.

2. Install electrical connection and prepare cabinet cutout according to the dimensions for the applicable model stated in “General Information”.

-- SUGGESTION Saw blades can splinter and chip cabinet facing. To better protect cabinetry, after measuring and marking the cut line with a pencil, cover the wood with a piece of masking tape along the top of the line to be cut.

3. Position the anti-tip bracket on the floor of cabinet opening 20⅝” (524 mm) from the cabinet edge and spaced equally centered for model type, as shown in Figure 8.

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4. Secure with three (3) 3/4” (3.175 mm) Phillips head screws (included).

20⅝” (524 mm)

Figure 8: Anti-tip Bracket Location

6. Slide warming drawer assembly into cutout until it is

flush with cabinet. Take care that the side screws of the warming drawer do not scratch the cabinet.

5. Insert plug into three-prong, grounded outlet (see

“Power Requirements and Grounding” on page 2 for electrical specification).

Figure 9: Secure Warming Drawer

7. Drill pilot holes through side flange holes with a 1/8” (3.175 mm) wood bit.

8. Secure with four (4) stainless Phillips screws through holes in front frame (Figure 9).

9. Turn power on at the service panel.

10. Turn the warming drawer on. Indicator light and timer should turn on immediately. Close the drawer for approximately 30 seconds then check for warmth.

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Installer Final Check List

Data plate

 Specified clearances maintained to cabinet surfaces.

 Unit is level.

 All packaging material removed.

Electrical

 Receptacle with correct over-current protection is

provided for service cord connection.

 Proper ground connection.

 Owner is aware of location of the main circuit breaker.

Operation

 Drawer handle is level and centered. Drawer opens

and closes properly.

 INSTALLER: Write the model number and serial

number found on the Data Rating Label in the USE

AND CARE GUIDE.

and the INSTALLATION MANUAL with the owner of the appliance.

Leave the USE AND CARE GUIDE

Service

If the warming drawer elements or indicator light do not turn on, check the power source to see if the circuit breaker is tripped.

Data Rating Label

The data rating label shows the model and serial number. Refer to the data rating label on the appliance when requesting service. The data rating label is visible on the

left side of the drawer casing.

Data Rating Label

Data plate

Figure 10: Data Rating Label

See Use and Care Guide for troubleshooting information. Refer to the Warranty in the Use and Care Guide.

To reach a service representative, see the contact information at the back of the manual. Please be prepared with the information printed on your product data label when calling.

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