Page 2 - A SPECIAL MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS; Thermador Test Kitchen Consumer Scientists; AVERTISSEMENT; Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser de; FOR YOUR SAFETY; Do not store or use gasoline or; WHAT TO DO IF YOU; CE QUI FAIRE SI VOUS
A SPECIAL MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS Thank you for selecting the Thermador PROFESSIONAL ® Range. 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 a...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; INTRODUCTION
Introduction ................................................... 1 Gas Type Verification .................................... 1 Care and Use Manual Conventions .............. 2 Section One: General Safety Instructions Safety ..............................................................................
Page 4 - Introduction; with Electric Convection and Electric Broiler.; CARE AND USE MANUAL
This manual contains important Care and Use information for all Thermador Professional ® Ranges. When using this manual, it is critical that you know the model number of your range, as some information will beunique to each Range. The model number may be found on the rating plate located on the rang...
Page 5 - GAS AND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS; GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; SAFETY; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; PLEASE READ CAREFULLY; IN CASE OF AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE; CAUTION
GAS AND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS SECTION ONE: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS It is the personal responsibility and obligation of you, the user, to have thisappliance connected to the electrical power supply in accordance with theNational Electric...
Page 6 - PRECAUTIONS; WARNING
SAFETY PRACTICES TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY PRECAUTIONS When properly cared for, your newThermador PROFESSIONAL ® Range has been designed to be a safe, reliableappliance. However, use extremecare when using this restaurant caliberrange as this type of applianceprovides intense heat and can increasethe...
Page 9 - BEFORE YOU BEGIN; Before Using Your Range for the First Time
SECTION TWO: BEFORE YOU BEGIN 1. Check that you have the items listed on Page 6. 2. Record the Model and Serial number on Page 43. See "Data Rating Plate." These may be usedfor any future contacts with your servicer or thefactory. Enter this information on the ProductRegistration Card includ...
Page 10 - DESCRIPTION; Model and Parts Identification; Key for PDR48 Models
SECTION THREE: DESCRIPTION Model and Parts Identification 1. 22" High Shelf Backguard,12" Low Back, or Island Trim(Backguard ordered separately) 2. Burner Grates & Burners 3. Grill 4. Griddle 5. Control Knobs, ExtraLow ® Burners (2) 6. Control Knobs, StandardBurners (4) 7. Oven Controls ...
Page 11 - Key for PDR Models
Page 9 1. 22" High Shelf Backguard, 12" Low Back, or Island Trim(Backguard ordered separately) 2. Burner Grates & Burners 3. Control Knobs, ExtraLow ® Burners (2) 4. Control Knobs, Standard Burners (4) 5. Oven Controls 6. Oven Light Switch 7. Oven Door 8. Viewing Window 9. Kick Panel (Pr...
Page 12 - Key for PDR304 Models
SECTION THREE: DESCRIPTION Model and Parts Identification 1. 9" Low Back or Island Trim (Island Trim ordered separately) 2. Burner Grates & Burners 3. Control Knobs, ExtraLow ® Burners (2) 4. Control Knobs, Standard Burners (2) 5. Oven Controls 6. Oven Light Switch 7. Oven Door 8. Viewing Wi...
Page 13 - Guide to Knob Identification and Location; Auxiliary Oven Knob
Guide to Knob Identification and Location PDR48 MODELS PDR36 MODELS PDR30 MODEL 1 6 2 2 2 1 6 6 6 2 4 1 1 2 3 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 4 4 3 6 5 6 5 6 5 1. Simmer Knob OFF HI-LO-XLO 2. Standard Knob OFF HI LO 3. Grill Knob OFF-LITE-HI-LO 4. Griddle Knob OFF 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 5. Auxiliary Oven...
Page 14 - USING THE COOKTOP
SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP SEALED BURNERS USING THE COOKTOP The cooktop features four or six gassurface burners; each rated at 15,000BTU/HR. The burners are sealed tothe stainless steel top frame top r e v e n t l i q u i d s p i l l s f ro maccumulating below the top surface,making it easier t...
Page 15 - ELECTRONIC; StarTM Burner; BURNER CAP; IGNITER
Page 13 ExtraLow Techniques • The type and quantity of food affects which setting to use. • T h e p a n s e l e c t e d a f fe c t s t h e setting. Its size, type, material, andwhether a lid is used, all affect thec o n s i s t e n c y o f t h e c o o k i n gtemperature. Operation of the ExtraLowBur...
Page 17 - COOKWARE RECOMMENDATIONS; BALANCED PAN
Page 15 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP COOKWARE RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ➤ Food packaged in aluminum foil should not be placed directly on the burner grate.Aluminum foil can melt during cooking. ➤ Do not let plastic, paper or cloth come incontact with a hot burner grate. They maymelt or ...
Page 18 - FLAT-BOTTOM WOK PAN; SPECIALTY COOKWARE; SUGGESTIONS FOR USING THE CHART; IN SUPPORT RING; Standard Size Water Bath Canner
Page 16 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP FLAT-BOTTOM WOK PAN SPECIALTY COOKWARE COOKING CHART SUGGESTIONS FOR USING THE CHART Use the chart on Pages 14 and 15 as a guide. The settingsyou use will vary depending on the pans selected and thestarting temperature of the food. On the chart, the “Finish Se...
Page 19 - SURFACE BURNER COOKING CHART
Page 17 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP SURFACE BURNER COOKING CHART BEVERAGES Med. – heat milk, LO – finish heating XLO – keep warm, Cocoa cover cover* BREADS Med. – preheat skillet Med. Lo to Med. – Same as Standard French Toast, Pancakes, cook Grilled Sandwiches BUTTER 4 to 3 – allow 5 to 10 Melt...
Page 21 - CONTROL KNOB; Using the Grill
Page 19 THE GRILL(Available on some models) When cooking food on the grill youwill achieve the same flavor as meatcooked on an outdoor barbecue. This flavor is actually created by thefats and juices that are brought to thesurface of the food and caramelizedby the intense heat from the stainlesssteel...
Page 22 - Disassembly/Assembly of the Grill; Exploded Views and Side View of Grill
Page 20 Disassembly/Assembly of the Grill Exploded Views and Side View of Grill Burner Placement in slots in back of grill HeatDeflector Grill Box Drip Pan U-shapedburner GrillGrate StainlessSteel Radiant Follow the steps below to disassemble the compo- nents in the grill box. A. Remove the grill gr...
Page 23 - USING THE GRILL; GRILLING SUGGESTIONS; HANDLING EXCESSIVE FLARE-UPS; COOKING ON THE GRILL
Page 21 USING THE GRILL GRILLING SUGGESTIONS ◆ Trim any excess fat from the meat before cooking. Cut slits inthe remaining fat around the edges at 2" (51 mm) intervals. ◆ Brush on basting sauce toward the end of cooking. ◆ Use a spatula or tongs instead of a fork to turn the meat. A forkpuncture...
Page 24 - GRILL COOKING CHART
Page 22 GRILL COOKING CHART Food Weight or Control Total Suggested Special Instructions Thickness Setting Cooking Time and Tips MEATS BeefHamburgers 1/2 to 3/4 inch Medium 14 to 18 minutes Grill, turning once when (13 mm to 19 mm) Juices rise to the surface. High 12 to 15 minutes Do not leave hambur...
Page 26 - GRIDDLE GREASE TRAY; ABOUT THE GRIDDLE; PREPARING THE GRIDDLE
Page 24 CONTROL KNOB GRIDDLE COOKING CHART FOOD SETTING Bacon, Ham, Pork Chops 350ºF to 375ºF (177ºC to 190ºC) Eggs 300ºF to 325ºF (150º C to 160ºC) Pancakes, French Toast 350ºF to 375ºF (177ºC to 191ºC) Potatoes, Hash Brown 400ºF to 425ºF (205ºC to 219ºC) Sandwiches, Sausage 350ºF to 375ºF (177ºC t...
Page 27 - TIPS FOR BAKE; Bake; USING THE OVEN; LARGE MAIN OVEN
RACK POSITIONS TIPS FOR BAKE PREHEATING THE OVEN Many foods such as meat, poultry,casseroles, or other long cookingfoods cook well without preheatingthe oven. See your recipe for pre–heating recommendation. Preheatingtime depends on the temperaturesetting and the number of racks inthe oven. GETTING ...
Page 28 - TIPS FOR CONVECTION BAKE; Convection Bake
■ WHEN USING THE OVEN IN ANY MODE Never use aluminum foilto cover the oven racksor to line the oven. It candamage the oven and cause afire hazard if heat is trappedunder it. RACK POSITIONSLARGE MAIN OVEN One Rack Baking •When baking on one rack, best results are obtained in the bake mode(see Bake).•...
Page 29 - Setting Bake / Convection Bake; TO SET THE ELECTRIC OVEN; OVEN CONTROL KNOBS
OVEN CONTROL KNOBS SECTION FIVE: USING THE OVEN Setting Bake / Convection Bake NOTE: When the oven is used for anextended period of time at a high temperature,the cooling blower will turn on. This isnormal. This cooling blower will also operateduring Broil and during the Self-Cleaningcycle. If the b...
Page 30 - Other Uses of Bake; Suggested Temperature Chart to Keep Food Hot
SECTION FIVE: USING THE OVEN Other Uses of Bake FOOD OVEN TEMPERATURE ˚F Beef Rare ............................................................................ 140˚ - 155˚FMedium ...................................................................... 155˚ - 170˚FWell done ...............................
Page 31 - Setting the 12-Inch Oven to Warm; TO SET THE 12-INCH ELECTRIC OVEN FOR WARMING; FOOD SAFETY CONCERN; Setting the 12-Inch Oven to Proof; TO SET THE 12-INCH ELECTRIC OVEN FOR PROOFING
Setting the 12-Inch Oven to Warm Proofing time may be decreased whenusing the large oven at the same timeyou are proofing. Check breadproduct early to avoid over-proofing.If you are using the large oven fore x t e n d e d p e r i o d s o f t i m e w erecommend, for optimum results,that you complete ...
Page 32 - Baking Chart
Page 30 SECTION FIVE: USING THE OVEN Baking Chart Control Total Special Pan Temperature Suggested Instructions Food Size Setting Cooking Time and Tips Cookies 12"x15" 375 ° 8 to 12 minutes Follow recipe Cookie Sheet instructions Layer Cakes 8" or 9" Round 350 ° 25 to 35 minutes Follo...
Page 33 - BROIL; TIPS FOR BROIL; Broil/Convection Broil
UTENSILS ▲ The chrome and porcelain enamel two-piece broil pan and grid is includedwith the range. DO NOT cover the slotted grid (top) with aluminum foil. ▲ Use metal or glass-ceramic bakeware when top browning casseroles, maindishes, or bread. ▲ DO NOT use heat-proof glass or pottery. This type of ...
Page 34 - Setting Broil or Convection Broil for Electric Oven; To Set the Oven to Broil or Convection Broil; BROIL - Electric Oven; Oven Heating Light
Setting Broil or Convection Broil for Electric Oven To Set the Oven to Broil or Convection Broil NOTE: Successful broiling requires constant ex-posure to high, intense heat . 1. Place oven rack in desired position. 2. Set Selector Switch to Broil. 3. Set Oven Control Knob to BROIL or CONVECTION BROI...
Page 35 - Broiling and Roasting Chart
Page 33 SECTION FIVE: USING THE OVEN Broiling and Roasting Chart Food Item Rack Oven Control Approximate Special Number Mode Temperature Cooking Instructions Setting Time and Tips BeefGround Beef 5 Broil Broil 15 to 20 min Broil until no Patties, 1/2" thick pink in center T-Bone Steak 5 Broil Br...
Page 36 - BEFORE SELF CLEANING THE OVEN; LOCK; Self-Cleaning the Oven; CARE AND MAINTENANCE
BEFORE SELF CLEANING THE OVEN Wipe out puddles of grease and anyloose soil that can be easily removed. Remove any soil that is outside thedoor seal area. This appliance isdesigned to clean the oven interiorand that portion of the door that isinside the oven. The outer edges ofthe door and the oven c...
Page 37 - CLEANING HINTS; SELF CLEANING THE OVEN; To Set Self-Clean for the Large Main Self-Cleaning Oven
Page 35 CLEANING HINTS 1. The porcelain enamel finish is acid resistant, but not acid proof. Acidicfoods, such as citrus juices, tomatoes, rhubarb, vinegar, alcohol or milk,should be wiped up and not allowed to bake onto the porcelain during thenext use. 2. Remove the oven racks. See Racks, on Range...
Page 39 - COOKTOP CLEANING CHART; Cooktop Part / Material
COOKTOP CLEANING CHART Page 37 • The grates are heavy; use care w h e n l i f t i n g . P l a c e o n aprotected surface. • B l i s t e r s / c r a z i n g / c h i p s a r e common due to the extremetemperatures on grate fingersa n d r a p i d t e m p e r a t u r echanges. • Acidic and sugar-laden s...
Page 40 - Griddle / Titanium surfaced; COOKTOP CLEANING CHART,; continued
Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders Griddle / Titanium surfaced • Never flood a hot griddle with cold water. This can warp orcrack the aluminum plate. • Do not clean any part of the griddle in a self-cleaning oven. • Remove drip tray and discard grease into a grease resist...
Page 41 - Trim Strips
Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders COOKTOP CLEANING CHART, continued Surface Spill Trays /Stainless Steel Igniters / Ceramic Grill Grate / PorcelainEnamel on Cast Iron Grill Drip Pan / Stainless Steel • Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate the stainless steel.Remove ...
Page 42 - OVEN CLEANING CHART; OVEN
Continued ➟ ➟ Hot sudsy water.• Wash, rinse thoroughly, and dry. Mild Cleaners: Bon-ami ® , ammonia, or ammonia and water, Soft Scrub ® . • Apply to a damp sponge or cloth. Rub lightly. Rinse thoroughly. Dry.If food has burned onto the oven and is difficult to remove, the spots can besoaked with a c...
Page 43 - RANGE CLEANING CHART
RANGE CLEANING CHART Part/Material/Soil Condition Cleaning Products/Directions General Kitchen Cleaners: Formula 409 ® , Fantastik ® . • Spray on and blot dry with a cloth. Do not rub. Do not move, remove or damagemesh. Seal Door Gasket See Oven Cavity, Page 40. Interior Porcelain Enamel Use care to...
Page 44 - OVEN LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT; TO REPLACE THE LIGHT BULB:; POWER FAILURE
OVEN LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT Replace only with a 5-watt, halogen appliance light bulb. DO NOT USE astandard household light bulb in any oven. TO REPLACE THE LIGHT BULB: 1. Turn oven light switch to the off position. Let bulb and cover coolcompletely. 2. Remove the light cover. 3. Remove the burned-ou...
Page 45 - SERVICE INFORMATION; IF THE BURNERS DO NOT IGNITE; BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
CAUTION: Before removing the toe kick panel, disconnect the range from theelectrical power supply. Reinstall the toe kick panel before reconnectingthe range to the power supply and operating the range. SERVICE INFORMATION For handy reference, copy the infor-mation below from the data ratingplate. Ke...
Page 46 - WARRANTY; FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY; THERMADOR
WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY Covers one year from the date of installation or date ofoccupancy for a new previously unoccupied dwelling,Save your dated receipt or other evidence of theinstallation/occupancy date. Thermador ® Will Pay For: All repair labor and replacement parts found to bedefectiv...
Page 47 - Notes
