Summary of the content on the page No. 1
Care & Use Manual
and
Installation Instructions
for
®
Thermador Glass Ceramic Gas
and
Glass Ceramic Dual Gas & Electric
Cooktops
Models:
CGX304 / CGX365 / CGX456
CD365 / CD456
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
A Special Message to Our Customers, ® Thank you for buying a Thermador cooktop. We hope that the informa- tion 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 Care and Maintenance Ceramic Cooktop Cleaning Guide ................................................. 16-17 What To D
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
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 ! explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. AVERTISSEMENT FOR YOUR SAFETY Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser de Do not store or use gasoline or l‘essence ni d’autres vapeurs ou other flammable vapors and liquides infla
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
SAFETY PRACTICES TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! ! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR COOKTOP • Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS service panel and lock service panel to prevent power MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR from being switched on accidentally. EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. • Do not cook on a cooktop in which the glass top has broken. If the co
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
! ! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Hold the handle of the pan to prevent movement of • The cooktop is factory assembled for natural gas. It the utensil when stirring or turning food. Turn should be correctly adjusted by a qualified service handles of utensils inward so that they do not extend person or installer for the type of gas with which it is over adjacent work areas, cooking areas, or the edge used. (See Page 1 for propane gas.) of the cooktop. This will help prevent hot food spil
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY See Installation Instructions for electrical require- ments and grounding instructions, Page 24. MODELS: CGX304U CGX365U FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE CGX456U MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. Ratings see back cover DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES MODELS: CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) CD365U PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD PLUG. CD456U Ratings see back cover If the electrical outlet you intend to use does not accept the 3
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION Model CD456U 9 1 2 3 1 3 5 8 4 HOT 5 6 2 4 6 HOT 7 12 10 11 Model CD365U 9 1 2 5 8 HOT 1 3 6 2 HOT 3 5 6 7 12 10 11 6. Dual-Circuit Element: Small 5" –800 Watt, 1. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob Large 7" – 1700 Watt Element & Control Knob 2. 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 7. "ON" Light 3. 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 8. "Hot" Indicator Lights 4. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 9. Grates 5. Dual-Circuit Element: Small
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION Model CGX304U Models CGX365U Models CGX456U Page 6
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION Model CGX304U ® 1. ExtraLow 365 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & 6. Grate Control Knob 7. Burner Cap ® 2. ExtraLow 300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 8. Burner Plate 3. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 9. Rating Plate, right side, underneath cooktop 4. 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 5. "ON" Light Models CGX365U 6. "ON" Light 1. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 7. Grate 2. ExtraLow® 365 to 11,000 BTU/ 8. Burner Cap HR Burner & Control K
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
ELECTRIC COOKTOP OPERATION BEFORE USING THE COOKTOP FOR THE ELEMENTS FIRST TIME: When either element is turned on the "ON" signal light turns red; when both elements are turned off, the • Remove all packing materials and literature from the “ON” signal light goes out. cooktop surface. Read all safety precautions and care & use information prior to operating. outer • While cool, wipe with a clean, damp sponge and dry. • Apply the Cooktop Cleaning Creme® packaged inner with the cooktop. Buff wit
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
ELECTRIC COOKTOP OPERATION RETAINED HEAT CONTROL KNOBS The glass cooking surface retains heat and stays hot The placement of each knob corresponds to the place- after the element(s) have been turned off. The retained ment of the heating element that it controls. To turn heat may be used to hold foods at serving temperatures on any element, PUSH DOWN on the knob and TURN for a short time. in either direction to the desired heat setting. There are an infinite number of heat settings between the
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
GAS COOKTOP OPERATION • The burner flame will pulse ON and OFF when the GAS CONTROL KNOB SETTINGS setting is at any position between LO and XLO. OFF • The length of time the flame is ON and OFF varies. • With a setting just below LO, the flame will be ON HI approximately 53 seconds and OFF 7 seconds of each minute. • With a setting at the XLO position, the flame is ON LO approximately 7 seconds and OFF 53 seconds of each minute. STANDARD BURNER (All Models) FOR THE BEST RESULTS All standard bur
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
GAS COOKTOP OPERATION COOKTOP PARTS IGNITERS FOR PROPER COMBUSTION DO NOT The cooktop uses electronic igniters to USE THE COOKTOP WITHOUT THE light the burners. Each burner has its BURNER GRATES IN PLACE . own igniter that sparks when any burner is turned on. When the igniters are Each five finger grate is porcelain enameled cast iron clicking (sparking), do not touch the and has five (5) prongs. These prongs fit into the five burners. If a burner fails to ignite, see “Before Calling (5) inde
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
PROPER COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD PAN The choice of pans directly affects the cooking speed and uniformity. For best results select pans with the following features: FLAT BASES - Check flatness of pan with a straight edge. When pan is hot, the base (pan bottom) should rest evenly on the surface without wobbling. • To check flatness on the electric surface, put one inch of water in a pan. Turn control to HI and observe the bubble formation in the bottom of the pan. Flat pan bases have
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
PROPER COOKWARE Do not use unusually large or warped utensils such as canners and stock pots on HI heat for an extended period of time. This may cause heat build up which can result in damage to the cooktop or the surrounding countertop. Once food has reached temperature, turn the control setting down to maintain the cooking heat. Use canners and stock pots that have a flat bottom and extend no more than 2 inches beyond the burner grate. Canning Tips: An oversize canning pot can be used on the
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
ELECTRIC COOKING CHART FOOD START COOKING CONTINUE COOKING BREADS French Toast, Pancakes, 5 to 6 3 to 4 Grilled Sandwiches CEREALS H1 3-1/2 to 5 Cornmeal, Grits, Oatmeal CHOCOLATE LO EGGS Hl LO Cooked in Shell Fried, Scrambled 5 to 6 2 to 3 MEAT, FISH, POULTRY Bacon, Sausage Patties 5 to 6 3 to 4 Braising: Swiss Steak, 5 to 6 LO Pot Roast Hl LO Frying: Chicl
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
GAS COOKING CHART Food Start Cooking Continue Cooking or Continue Cooking ® Standard Burners Extra Low , Burners (CGX models only) BREADS Med. - preheat skillet Med. Lo to Med. Use standard French Toast, Pancakes, cook burner setting Grilled Sandwiches ® CEREALS HI - cover, bring water Med. Lo to Med.- I to XLO - to hold, Cornmeal, Grits, to a boil, add cereal finish cooking according cover* Oatmeal to package directions CHOCOLATE LO to melt* Remove when melted 2 to XLO - allow 10 to 1 5 minutes
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
CERAMIC COOKTOP CLEANING GUIDE Care is easy on a daily basis when preventative steps CLEANERS TO AVOID ON THE GLASS CERAMIC are taken. Apply only a small amount of Cooktop ® SURFACE AND METAL TRIM FRAME: Use of these Cleaning Creme to a clean paper towel or cloth. This provides a protective film that makes it easy to types of cleaners may cause discoloration and permanent remove water spots or food spatters. damage. The temperature of the cooking surface during use • Glass cleaners: Do not use
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
GLASS CERAMIC COOKTOP CLEANING GUIDE CD365U Model Shown SPECIAL CARE TECHNIQUES TYPE OF SOIL POSSIBLE SOLUTION Failure to remove these soils immediatly can Dry sugar, sugar syrup, milk or tomato spills. permanently damage the surface. Melted plastic film or foil. All these items • Remove pan and turn off the element. REQUIRE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL. Remove only these types of spills while the surface is hot using the • Angle the scraper slightly, using care not to gouge or razor blade scraper. See
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
DUAL and ALL GAS COOKTOP CLEANING GUIDE The entire Cooktop can be safely cleaned by wiping with clean warm water and a clean sponge, then drying. If stubborn soil remains, follow the recommended cleaning methods below. C G D C B F A D or E G (CGX365U Model Shown) • Do not clean any part of the cooktop surface when any element or burner is on. • Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job. Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or paper towels. • Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction o
