Thermador GGN36 User's Manual
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1. Thermador Care and Use Manual for ExtraLow Gas Cooktops Models GGS30 36 365 GGSCV30 36 365 SGS30 36G SGSCV36G and Traditional Series Gas Cooktops Models GGN30 36 365 GGNCV30 36 365 SGN30 36G SGNCV36G To the Installer Leave this owner s manual with the cooktop To the Consumer Retain this Care amp Use Manual for future reference Be sure to fill in the information on Page 28 for warranty validation N S A Special Message to Our Customers Thank you for selecting a Thermador Gas Cooktop If you follow the few simple procedures and suggestions in this manual the cooktop should give you years of service You have either a steel top or a glass top The glass cooktop fully meets the safety and durability requirements of the American Gas Association the Canadian Gas Association and the Tempered Glass Association as well as the stringent test requirements imposed by Thermador Testing includes drop ping a 1 2 pound steel ball from about2 feet and hitting the glass with a 4 pound pan bottom 10 times The cooktop is tough but it is glass Severe abuse or excessively rough treatment may break the glass Tempered glass derives its excellent strength and heat resistance from powerful internal tensions through out the piece When any part of the glass is broken these tensions are released throughout the piece In this unlikely even2. B149 Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appli ances and C22 1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 Section One General Safety Instructions SAFETY HMH ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY MODELS GGS30 36 365 GGSCV30 36 365 SGS30 GGN30 36 365 GGNCV30 36 365 amp SGN30 Rated 120 volt 60 Hz 1 0 Amp MODELS SGS36G SGSCV36G SGN36G amp SGNCV36G Rated 120 volt 60 Hz 11 7 Amp FOR PERSONAL SAFETY THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL PLUG FROM THE WALL RECEPTACLE BEFORE SERVICING THIS UNIT The power cord on your cooktop is equipped with a three prong grounding plug with polarized parallel blades This type of plug is for your protection against shock hazard This cord must be plugged directly into a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle that is connected to a correctly polarized 120 volt electric power supply It is recommended thata separate circuit serving each ap pliance be provided See Installation Instructions for electrical requirements and grounding instructions DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD PLUG If the electrical outlet you intend to use does not accept the 3 prong plug it is the personal responsibility and obligation of you the user to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle
3. Standard 21 to 22 quart canners with an 11 to 12 inch diameter and a 9 to 11 inch depth A Pressure Canner Canners vary in size from 8 to 22 quarts with 8 to 11 inch bottom diameters and a 6 1 2 to 12 inch depth EE SUGGESTED FLAME SETTINGS 4 CAUTION Section Four Using the Cooktop The tempered glass porcelain and stainless steel used for your cooktop is heat resistant however the use of improper utensils can possibly damage it Large or warped utensils or utensils that span two burners trap heat against the cooktop The trapped heat goes into the cooktop and overheats the glass which through repeated use of could eventually cause the glass to break the porcelain top could craze fine hairlike lines or the steel top could show heat discoloration E FLAME SETTING CHART GUIDELINES is Use the right size flame for the cooking job Models GGS SGS shown Medium All the controls have an infinite number of heat settings with no fixed positions between HI LO or XLO The word Medium and number designations are for ref erence only and are guides to the flame settings referenced in the following chart The Flame Setting Chart on Pages 17 and 18 is to be used as a guide Your pans and your manner of cooking may need a different set ting than what is suggested All flame settings were determined using a variety of good quality flat bottom pans with lids un less the method of cooking d
4. 3to6 I Proper Cookware eerren ia 14 Safety Electrical Requirements 3 i Prec UtionS ipsis anais 4 Flame Setting Chart 0 16 Section Two Before you Begin 6 Griddle N Grill Operation 19 Before using your Cooktop eoooo oe 6 Cook n Vent Operation cccceeeeeeees 21 Section Three Description 7to 10 i ere Models GGS30 GGN30 GGSCV30 Section Five General Care to 27 GON CV BO raae e aaae uke AA 7 General Care oo eerste 22 Models GGSCV36 GGSCV365 GGNCV36 Cleaning Carta RS 23 GGNOVISGD ie iii caves cadena deci 8 Cook n Vent Caren orero aa Aia isis 26 Models GGS36 GGN36 GGS365 Section Six Service e e 28 to 29 GGNS6 5 eis ia cici ci iaia esses a nents 9 Before Calling For Service e 28 Models SGS30 SGN30 SGS36G Marta nty ies dcei a ia 29 SGN36G SGSCV36G SGNCV3GG 10 4X WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death 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
5. See Note below re polarity Was a liquid cleaner sprayed on the igniter The igniters spark intermittently The burner flame is yellow distorted Is the burner cap level and properly positioned on the burner or does not burn completely around base See Page 12 the burner cap Are the burner ports dirty or clogged See Page 13 Was the the cooktop installed correctly Have it checked by a qualified technician Models SGS36G SGSCV36G Check to be certain the element terminals are pushed securely SGNCV36G amp SGN36G If the into the receptacle If element needs replacement use only Griddle element does not heat original Thermador parts Models GGNCV30 36 SGNCV36G Check the reset button located at the bottom of the intake SGSCV36G If the ventilation sys assembly see Page 27 front view item F tem does not operate If there is a power failure A See Pagel 3 7 NOTE Polarity In older SERVICE INFORMATION houses wiring polarity was not For handy reference copy the information below from the rating plate always observed Although polar Keep your invoice for warranty validation ized receptacles 3 Prong may have been installed they could have been wired incorrectly If Model Number Dealer s Telephone Number they were wired incorrectly the igniters see a grounded condition and may click intermittently even with both the control knobs turned OFF Date of Purchase Service Center s Telephone Number
6. food to stick e Hard to Remove Soil Scouring Pad Medium grade Scotch Brite e Wash thoroughly with this type scrubber If necessary sprinkle 1 2 Table spoons baking soda or mild cleanser on wet griddle rub with a paper towel or nylon pad to remove food soil Wash with hot soapy water rinse and dry Never wash the griddle in the dishwasher The caustic detergent used in the dishwasher will discolor the surface Never use oven cleaners or other harsh cleaning agents this could destroy the surface Grill e Normal Hot sudsy water e Always wash and rinse the grill thoroughly after each use It can be washed in the dishwasher if burned on residue is removed first e Hard to Remove Soil CERAMIC Igniters GLASS Cooktop Surface e Soak grill in hot sudsy water to which a household cleaner like ammonia has been added Avoid excess water on the igniters If an igniter becomes too wet it may continue to click but not ignite the burner If the burner does not ignite in 4 seconds turn off the control and wait until the igniter is dry Cotton Swab or toothpick e Wipe with dampened swab If necessary scrape with a toothpick Be careful not to damage the igniter Glass or window Cleaners Windex Glass Plus ammonia and water or vinegar and water solution e Spray on and wipe dry Use a clean dry cloth paper towel or newspaper to polish e Water Spots Undiluted vinegar e Rub on with a dampened c
7. instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Page 1 HM PROPANE INSTALLATION PROPANE GAS INSTALLATION The cooktop is ready for use with natural gas It may be converted for use with propane gas using the Burner Propane Conversion Kit Model NLPKIT6 Part Number 35 00 688 A qualified service techhnican or installer can convert the cooktop Be sure the unit being installed is correct for the type of gas being used Refer to the Rating plate on the right side underneath the cooktop see pages 7 to 10 for the location dl CAUTION When connecting the unit to propane gas make certain the propane tank is equipped with its own high pressure regulator In addition the pressure regulator supplied with the cooktop must be on the inlet gas pipe of this unit The maximum gas pressure to this appliance is not to exceed 14 0 inches water column from the propane gas tank pressure regulator Page 2 TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI Z21 1 STANDARD FOR HOUSEHOLD COOKING GAS APPLIANCES and CAN CGA 1 1 DOMESTIC GAS RANGES Check your local building codes for the proper method of installation In the ab sence of local codes this unit should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No Z223 1 Current Issue and National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 Current Issue or the CAN
8. into the notch B on the burner base C BE SURE ALL BURNERS ARE IN THE OFF POSI TION BEFORE WIPING OR CLEANING THE COOKTOP Page 12 Section Four Using the Cooktop BURNER PLATES Burner Base C Indentation E Igniter D BURNER PLATE The Burner Plate has a notch B on the burner base directly across from the igniter D This is where the tab A on the burner cap fits O NOTE For proper burner op eration be sure the tab A on the underside of the burner cap fits into the corresponding notch B on the burner plate GRATES Extension E GRATE Underside The five finger grates are porcelain enameled cast iron or steel and have an extension E that is longer un derneath than the other four This extension fits into the indentation E on the burner plate which is directly across from the igniter D Section Four Using the Cooktop ELECTRONIC IGNITION IGNITER The cooktop uses electronic ignit ers to light the burners Each burner has its own igniter that sparks when any burner is turned on When the igniters are clicking sparking do not touch the burn ers If a burner fails to ignite see Before Calling For Service Page 28 AUTOMATIC RE IGNITION If any burner flame blows out the electronic igniter automatically sparks on all burners to relight the flame Donot touch any burner while the igniters are clicking POWER FAILURE In the
9. long time or basted with a sugary marinade may need a lower heat setting near the end of the cooking time The control knob may be set at any indicated setting or to any position in between If large amounts of meat are cooked at one time occasionally there will be grease drippings that ignite and cre ate minor puffs of flame for a brief second or two This is a normal part of the cooking process Should flame become excessive remove the food from the grill turn the control to OFF Use baking soda to extinguish the flames Page 20 NOTE Quantities of accumulated grease may flame or flare up sud denly The doneness of meat whether rare medium or well done is affected to a large degree by the thickness of the cut Expert chefs say it is impossible to have a rare doneness with a thin cut of meat The cooking time is affected by the kind of meat the size and shape of the cut the temperature of the meat when cooking begins and the degree of doneness desired Use a spatula instead of tongs or a fork to turn the meat as aspatula will not puncture the meat and let the juices run out To get the juiciest meats add season ing or salt after the cooking is fin ished turn the meat only once juices are lost when the meat is turned sev eral times and turn the meat just after the juices begin to bubble to the surface Trim any excess fat from the meat before cooking To prevent steaks or chops from curlin
10. the front panel at the top towards the sides and pull up and forward remove and set aside 3 Remove the ventilator cap by grasping both ends of the cap and lifting up 4 Lift out the filters and clean Scrape Grease Off 5 Usinganylonor other soft touch spatula lift the accumulated grease from the back panel be hind the filters Clean front and back panels using a mild grease solvent See Cleaning Chart for Stainless Steel TIP Wipe the intake off after each use TO REPLACE THE FILTERS AND THE FRONT PANEL Place Filters side by side a Place the filters side by side on the support bars in front of the back panel They will lean for ward and the tops will rest against the inside of the front panel supports 7 Replace ventilator cap Be cer tain all sides of the cap fit inside the ventilator sides and back panel Replace Front Panel 8 Replace the front panel by hook ing the lower front edge of the front panel over the lower front edge of the ventilator Page 26 Section Five Care amp Maintenance Side Supports Hook over Side Supports 9 Hook the top of the front intake panel over the side supports at the top of the ventilator Cover and Vent Going Down 10 As the ventilator intake is low ered the cover will return to its position covering the ventilator To Clean Gap Area Between Ventilator amp Cooktop 1 With ventilator in up position remo
11. to a boil cook 10to 30 minutes or until tender SAUCES Med Hi to HI cook meat Tomato Base vegetables follow recipe HI cover bring water and Med Lo to Med vegetables to a boil cook according to package directions Frozen Med to Med Hi maintain frying tem perature In Pouch HI cover bring water and LOtoMed Lo cook vegetables to a boil according to package directions Saute HI heat oil or melt butter Med Lo to Med add vegetables cook to desired doneness Stir Fry HI heat oil add vegetables Med Hi to HI finish cooking Deep Frying HI heat oil We recommend that these foods be stirred occasionally Page 18 Section Four Using the Griddle n Grill ee OCRIDDLE N GRILL OPERATION MH GRIDDLE n GRILLTM Model SGS GRIDDLE ONLY Model SGN Your new Thermador Griddle n Grill is a dual purpose electric appliance a griddle and a grill The griddle and the grill are used separately and must sit directly on the element for best cooking results If the griddle or the grill does notsit on the element it will not heat enough for foods to cook properly The Griddle n Grill control has an infinite number of heat settings There are no fixed positions between HI and LO To turn the element ON push in on the control knob and turn it in either direction to the desired setting See chart for the griddle settings When ON this elemen
12. warm surfaces Other food soils can be wiped up with warm soapy water after the cooktop has cooled Rinse and wipe dry BURNER GRATES Extension E Burner Grates The grates are porcelain enameled cast iron or steel They should be washed regularly and especially af ter spillovers When replacing grates on the burner plates C the exten sion E is indexed into indentation E directly across from the igniter D See illustration Page 22 under Burner Plates Section Five Care and Maintenance CONTROL RNOBS To Remove Turn the control knob to the OFF position and pull up Glass Porcelain Enamel or Stainless Steel CONTROL KNOBS To Replace Hold the knob with the OFF position up so that the control knob stem opening on the underside of the knob aligns with stem Push knob down Do not force the knob onto the stem To clean see Cleaning Chart PLAS TIC Page 25 Do not soak knobs COOKTOP FINISH Glass GLASS COOKTOP The glass on your cooktop has been fully tempered to withstand the sud den temperature changes it will ex perience during cooking It is also highly impact resistant Treat this glass with the normal care you would give any glass material To clean see Cleaning Chart GLASS Page 24 GENERAL CARE a PORCELAIN ENAMEL PORCELAIN ENAMEL COOKTOP The porcelain enamel finish of the burner plate C and the cooktop
13. CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT B NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN You may be burned C DO NOT USE WATER includ ing wet dishcloths or towels a violent steam explosion will result D Use an extinguisher ONLY if 1 You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher and you already know how to oper ate it 2 The fire is small and con tained in the area where it started 3 The fire department is be ing called 4 Youcan fight fire with your back to an exit If yousmell gas your installer has not done a proper job of checking for leaks Connec tions can loosen in transit If the connections are not per fectly tight you can have a smallleak and therefore a faint gas smell Finding a gas leak is not a do it yourself proce dure Some leaks can only be found with the burner control in the ON position Section One General Safety Instructions For proper lighting and perform ance of the burners keep the ig niters clean Itis necessary to clean these when there is a boil over or when the burner does not light even though the electronic ignit ers click See page 22 The cooktop is factory assembled for natural gas It should be correctly adjusted by a qualified service person or in staller for the type of gas with which it is used See page 2 for propane gas Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifi cally recommended in this manual All other servicing should be refer
14. L AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION E 10 11 Models GGS 1300 to 9 100 BTU HR Burner amp Control Knob Models GGN 950 to 6 500 BTU HR Burner amp Control Knob 1650to 1 1 000 BTU HRBurner amp Control Knob Ventilator Controls Models GGS ON Light BurnerPlate BurnerCap Grate Rating Plate Right Side Underneath Cooktop GGS models illustrated Page 9 Section Three Description MODEL AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION Models SGS30 amp SGN30 Models SGS36G amp SGN36G Model SGSCV36G amp SGNCV36G 1 Cook n Vent Burner amp Control Knob Models SGN 950 to 6 500 BTU 10 Grates 2 ModelsSGS ExtraLow 300to9100 HRBurner amp Control Knob BTU HRBurner amp Control Knob ll Rating Plate Right Side Underneath Models SGN 950 to 6 500 BTU HR 5 1650to11 000BrU HRBurmer amp Cooktop Burner amp Control Knob Control Knob 12 Models SGS Griddle n Grill 8 Models SGS ExtraLovvTM 365 to 6 Ventilator Controls 11 000 BTU HRBurner amp Control 13 Models SGSG Griddle n Grill Knob 7 ON Light except SGN30 Control Knob Models SGN 1650 to 11 000 BTU HR Models SGNG Griddle only Control Burner amp Control Lnob 8 BumerPlate Rnob 4 ModelsSGS 1300109 100BTU HR 9 BurnerCap tSGS models illustrated Page 10 Section Four Using the Cooktop CONTROL KNOB ALL STANDARD BURNERS Glass Models LO Porcelain Stainless Models STANDA
15. Med cook following recipe Med Loto Med cook Med Loto Med fin ish cooking according to package directions Med Loto Med 4 to 3 allow 5 to 10 minutes to melt XLO to hold XLO to hold cover 2 to XLO allow 10 to 15 minutes to melt XLO to hold Pudding and Pie Filling Mix Med to Med Hi cook according to package directions Med to Med HI Pudding EGGS Cooked in Shell Med Lo Bring milk to a boil HI cover bring water to a boil add eggs cover 3 to 2 to cook XLO cook 3 to 4 minutes for soft cooked or 15 to 20 minutes for hard cooked Fried Scrambled Med to Med Hi melt butter add eggs LO to Med Lo finish cooking XLO to hold for a short pe riod Poached MEAT FISH POULTRY Bacon Sausage Patties HI bring water to the steaming point add eggs HI until meat starts to sizzle Med Loto Med fin ish cooking 4 to 3 finish cooking Braising Swiss Steak Pot Roast Stew Meat HI melt fat then brown on Med Hi to HI add liquid cover 3 to 2 simmer until tender Quick Frying Breakfast Steaks Med Hi to HI pre heat skillet Med Hi to HI fry quickly Frying Chicken HI heat oil then brown on Med LO cover finish cook ing Deep Frying Shrimp HI heat oil Med Hi to HI to main tain temperature Pan Fr
16. OCK OR INJURY TO PER SONS OBSERVE THE FOLLOW ING When properly used and cared for your new Thermador Cook top has been designed to bea safe reliable appliance When using kitchen appliances basic safety precautions must be followed in cluding the following Read this Care and Use Manual carefully before using you new cooktop to reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to per sons A Keep fan filters and grease laden surfaces clean B Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat C Use high range settings on range only when necessary Heat oil slowly on low to me dium setting D Donot leave range unattended when cooking E Always use cookware and uten sils appropriate for the type and amount of food being pre pared WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING A SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid cookie sheet or other metal tray then turn off the gas burner or the elec Begin by insuring proper in stallation and servicing Fol low the installation instruc tions provided with this prod uct Have the cooktop installed and grounded by a qualified technician Have the installer show you where the gas shut off valve is located so that you know how and where to turn off the gas to the cooktop Page 4 tric element BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS Ifthe flames do not go out immediately EVACUATE AND
17. RATING PLATE The Rating Plate shows the model Dealer s Name number and serial number of your cooktop It is located underneath the cooktop at the right front corner of the rough in box Serial Number Service Center s Name Page 28 Section Six Service mm WARRANTY HH GGS30 36 365 GGSCV30 36 365 SGS30 SGS36G SGSCV36G GGN30 36 365 GGNCV30 36 365 SGN30 SGN36G SGNCV36G FULL ONE YEAR VVARRANTY Covers one year from date of installation or date of occupancy on a new or previously unoccupied dwelling Save your dated receipt or other evidence of installation occupancy date Thermador Will Pay For All repair labor and replacement parts found to be defective due to materials and workmanship Service must be provided by a Factory Authorized Service Agency during normal working hours For a Service Agency nearest you please call 800 735 4328 Thermador Will Not Pay For Service by an unauthorized agency Damage or repairs due to service by an unauthorized agency or the use of unauthorized parts 2 Service visits to e Teach you how to use the appliance e Correct defects or repairs due to improper installation You are responsible for providing electrical wiring and other connecting facilities e Reset circuit breakers or replace home fuses e Damage caused from accident alteration misuse abuse improper installation or installation not in accordance with local electrical codes or
18. RD BURNER CONTROL KNOB SETTINGS All the controls are push in to turn and have an infinite number of heat settings with no fixed positions Select the appropriate control knob and turn it counterclockwise to the HI position detent until the burner lights Adjust the flame size Turn off by turning the control clockwise to OFF CONTROL KNOB Thermador ExtraLow BURNERS SGS Porcelain Stainless Models ExtraLow CONTROL KNOB SETTINGS Both ExtraLow controls are push in to turn and have an infinite number of heat settings with no fixed positions The ExtraLow settings are between XLO and just after LO at the detent shown by the broken line ExtraLovvTM 300 to 9 100 BTU HR Burner and Control Knob ExtraLovvTM 365 to 11 000 BTU HR Burner and Control Rnob 950 to 6 500 BTU HR Burner and Control Rnob Models GGSCV365 and GGS365 1300 to 9 100 BTU HR Burner and Control Knob 1650 to 11 000 BTU HR Burner and Control Knob Model GGS365 Page 11 COOKTOP OPERATION E THERMADOR EXTRALOW BURNERS ModelsGGS SGS The left front 9 100 BTU HR burner and left rear 11 000 BTU HR burner are designed to provide flame set tings which enable you to simmer poach melt and hold cooked food at a serving temperature without scorching or burning This is accom plished by cycling the flame OFF and ON for varying lengths of time HOW THEY WORK e The BTU HR usage on the 9 100 BTU HR burner ranges fr
19. S CHART GRIDDLE PREHEAT AT COOK AT SETTING SETTING BREADS 6 to 8 to pre 7to8 to coor French heat until water Toast Pan dances about 8 cakes Grilled Minutes Sanwiches EGGS 5 to 6 to pre 4to6 tocook Fried heat about 5 Scrambled minutes then melt butter add eggs FISH HI to preheat 7 to 8 to Fish Sticks cook MEAT Putmeatoncold 6 to 8 to Bacon griddle HI un Sausage til meat starts to Patties sizzle about 3 to and Links 4 minutes Hamburgers HI until meat 8 to HI to Ham Slice starts to sizzle cook Vegetables HI to brown 8 to HI to Hash Brown cook Potatoes Page 19 USING THE GRIDDLE 1 Removethe Griddle n Grill cover and be sure the element is plugged all the vvay into the re ceptacle The tvvo fixed supports on the bottom of the element must rest in the indentations in the bottom of the drip pan 2 Place the griddle directly on top of the element 3 Preheat the griddle according to the chart After preheating lightly coat griddle surface with cooking oil or butter A paper towel coated with oil works well to cover surface evenly 4 Place food on the griddle 5 Adjust the heat setting for the food being cooked Griddle settings may need to be ad justed to a lower setting if the griddle is used for an extended period of time When cooking foods such as bacon the well may need to be drained of grease When drainin
20. a shelf under the cooktop it must be removable as the Access Panels A and B and the Electrical Connection Box E must be accessible for cleaning electrical 4 Wipe up any accumulated grease inside the area Wipe with a inspection or service cloth dampened with hot soapy water or use a general household Periodically approximately every spray for grease Rinse and dry before closing the compartment six months check the enclosure behind the access panels A and B for food soil remote blower installation Do not open the electrical box E on the right 5 After cleaning replace the access panels and securely tighten the thumb screws Page 27 Section Six Service W BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE MS Before calling for service checle the follovving to avoid unnecessary service charges Are the igniters sparking Is there excess water or liquid cleaner on the igniter Is the burner cap level and properly positioned on the burner base See Page 12 Are the burner ports clogged See page 13 Is the gas shutoff valve in the ON position Is the gas supply to the house or the area turned off The burners do not light within 4 seconds Is the power cord plugged all the way into the wall receptacle Is the circuit breaker tripped or household fuse blown Is there a power outage in the area The igniters do not spark Is there a draft in the room Check that the wires to the electric outlet have not been reversed
21. and name cleaner does not imply its ad equacy or inadequacy Many prod ucts are regional in distribution and can be found in the supermarkets It is imperative that all products be used in strict accordance with in structions on the package Section Five Care and Maintenance NE CLEANING CHART MS DO NOT CLEAN ANY REMOVABLE PARTS OF THIS APPLIANCE IN ANY SELF CLEANING OVEN BE SURE ALL BURNERS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE VVIPING OR CLEANING COORTOP MATERIAL PART CLEANING PRODUCTS DIRECTION Any part of this appliance can be washed with hot sudsy water except element e Wash thoroughly rinse and dry ALUMINUM Filters Models GGSCV30 36 365 amp SGSCV36G Hot sudsy water or wash in dishwasher e Agitate in hot soapy water rinse thoroughly and allow to dry or put through a dishwasher cycle Burner Base Fiber or steel wool soap pad PanHandl rs S O S 2 e Rub in circular motion as small scratch lines will be noticeable Rinse and dry Aluminum cleaners may dull the surface Revereware Metal Polish will help to retain the luster e Follow the directions on the package Griddle e Normal Hot sudsy water sponge or nylon pad e Wash thoroughly with hot soapy water rinse and dry Always wash and rinse the griddle thoroughly after each use Some discol oration may occur with use but will not affect performance When not thoroughly cleaned you will feel a film of food residue this will cause
22. aner Kleen King Stainless Steel Cleaner e Apply witha damp sponge or cloth Rub lightly in direction of the polish lines Wipe clean using damp cloth or sponge and dry surface Remember chlorine or chlorine compounds check the labels are corrosive even to stainless steel It is very important to rinse thoroughly and dry if a cleaning agent with chlorine is used e Heat Tint or Abrasive Cleaners RevereWare Instant Stainless Steel Cleaner Zud discoloration e Apply with a damp cloth or sponge Satisfactory for uses on all finishes if rubbing is light Use in direction of polish lines Page 25 EE COOK N VENT VENTILATOR CARE See SAFETY PRACTICES on Page 4 The efficiency of the exhaust system depends on the cleanliness of the ventilator especially the filters The frequency of cleaning depends on the amount and type of cooking pre formed FILTERS and INTAKE PANEL Filters become soiled in a short pe riod of time and should be cleaned regularly The filters may be cleaned by agitating them in a hot detergent solution or by washing in the dish washer Do not use the ventilating system without the filters in place TO REMOVE THE FILTERS AND CLEAN THE PANEL qo 7 1 4 Beanies Raise the Vent to its Maximum Height 1 Raise the ventilator intake to its maximum height If the blower is on turn it off Ventilator Grasp Front Panel 2 Grasp
23. are acid resistant but notacid proof Acid foods such as citric juices tomatoes rhubarb vinegar alcohol or milk should be wiped up immediately If not removed they may affect the porcelain finish Use a paper towel or dry cloth on warm surfaces Other food soils can be wiped up with warm soapy water after the cooktop has cooled Rinse and wipe dry To clean see Cleaning Chart PORCELAIN ENAMEL Page 25 See Stainless Steel info on Page 25 DO NOT CLEAN ANY REMOVABLE COOKTOP PARTS IN ANY SELF CLEANING OVEN DO NOT USE THE COOKTOP WITHOUT THE BURNER GRATES IN PLACE BE SURE ALL BURNERS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE WIPING OR CLEANING COOKTOP ee CLEANING CHART cleaning and scouring When cleaning various parts of the cooktop 1 Use the mildest cleaning procedure that will do the job efficiently and effectively Some cleaners of the same type are harsher than others Try a small area first 2 Use only clean soft cloths paper towels and soap filled pads for 3 Any part of this appliance can be cleaned with hot sudsy water Rinse thoroughly with fresh water after every cleaning operation 4 Always wipe dry to avoid water marks The chart on the following page gives directions for cleaning the various parts of the cooktop Page 23 BRAND NAMES The use of brand names is intended only to indicate a type of cleaner This does not constitute an endorse ment The omission of any br
24. e but well into the future If an issue arises that is not resolved to your satisfaction please let us know by calling or writing to us at the telephone number or address shown above Page 29 Specifications are for planning purposes only Refer to installation instructions and consult your countertop supplier prior to making counter opening Consult with a heating and ventilating engineer for your specific ventilation requirements For the most detailed information refer to installation instructions accompanying product or write Thermador indicating model number We reserve the right to change specifications or design without notice Some models are certified for use in Canada Thermador is not responsible for products which are transported from the United States for use in Canada Check with your local Canadian distributor or dealer For the most up to date critical installation dimensions by fax use your fax handset and call 702 833 3600 Use code 8030 Thermador 5551 McFadden Avenue Huntington Beach CA 92649 800 735 4328 ECO 5V0065 2 20 02 3731 2001 BSH Home Appliances Corp 2 Litho in U S A 5 01 ECO 5V0065 2 Part Number 50 60 00 05 01
25. e same speed and evenness as a pan with a heavy flat bottom and a good fitting lid Cookware should have the fol lowing characteristics Good heat conductivity Bottom diameter matching the size of the burner used Good balance pan bottom remains level on burner grate Smooth heavy bottom that does not warp when hot provides even heat Proper fitting lid when needed for specific cooking methods Do not use cookware with these characteristics Thin bottom Concave bottom when heated Convex bottom when heated Poor balance rocks back from weight of handle CONVEX rounded Many different types of pans can be used on this cooktop To get the best cooking results choose pans having the following qualities Match Flame Size to Pan Size Match the flame to the bottom di ameter of the pan The flame should be the same size as the panor slightly smaller Small utensils and high flames result in energy loss and in crease the potential for burns Use cookware that has good heat conductive qualities Metal cook ware that has copper or aluminum imbedded in a stainless steel disk bottom tri ply construction con ducts heat better than other cook ware Use medium to heavy gauge pans These pans resist warping and last Page 14 CONCAVE hollow longer than thin pans The weight or thickness of the pan material gauge should be heavy enough to conduct heat evenly over t
26. event of a power failure only the standard burners can be lighted manually the burners on the left on Models GGS amp SGS cannot be lit It is necessary to light each standard series burner individually If the cooktop is being used when the power failure occurs turn all the burner control knobs to the OFF po sition Then the standard burners can be lighted by holding a match at the ports and turning the control knob to the HI position Wait until the flame is burning all the way around the burner cap before adjusting the flame to the desired height The two ExtraLow Models GGS amp SGS burners on the left side cannot be used during a power failure Be sure to turn them OFF if a power failure occurs as they will not turn back on until both control knobs are turned OFF and then turned back on again See What To Do If You Smell Gas Page 1 FLAME HEIGHT The correct height of the flame de pends on the size and material of the utensil being used the food being cooked and how much liquid is in the utensil Here are some basic rules for selecting the flame height s The flame should never extend beyond the bottom of the pan s Utensils which conduct heat slowly such as glass ceramic should be used with a low or medium flame unless you are cooking with a large amount of liquid BURNER EFFICIENCY and FLAME CHARACTERISTICS The burner flame should be blue in color and stable with no yellow ti
27. g grease from the well always drain away from the cooktop It is a good idea to turn the gas flame off before moving the griddleso that any grease that spills will not flare up Be sure to wipe any drips off the griddle before returning it to the cooktop If a residue develops while cooking try sprinkling the surface with salt Rub the salt vigorously into the sur face of the griddle witha paper towel Wipe salt off and continue cooking It is important that the griddle be thoroughly cleaned after wach use see Cleaning Chart on Page 24 Section Four Using the Griddle n Grill Mi GRIDDLE NGRILL OPERATION MS THE GRILL MODEL SGS DO NOT leave the grill unat tended while grilling food 1 Remove the Griddle n Grill cover Be sure the element is plugged all the way into the re ceptacle The two fixed supports on the bottom of the element must rest in the indentations in the bottom of the drip pan DO NOT USE BRIQUETS OR COALS OF ANY KIND UNDER THE GRILL 2 Place the grill directly on top of the element 3 Turn the control knob to HI and preheat the grill for 10 minutes NOTE The hot grill will sear the food sealing in the juices The longer the preheat the faster the meat browns and the darker the grill marks 4 Place the food on the grill and cook to desired doneness most foods are cooked on HI heat set ting for the entire cooking time GRILLING HINTS Foods cooked fora
28. g during cooking slit the fat around the edges at 1 to 1 1 2 inch intervals To test for doneness make a small slash in the center of the meat not at the edge This will prevent loss of juices Section Four Using the Cooktop VENTILATOR Models GGSCV30 36 365 and SGSCV36G VENTILATOR CONTROLS The ventilator is a 500 CFM exhaust system that can be hidden away when not in use It has a variable speed blower The amount of drawing power can be adjusted to the cooking job HI exhaust for frying LO for light simmering or anywhere in be tween RAISING AND LOWERING THE VENTILATOR The ventilator is raised and lowered by the control knob on the right It must complete either the up or down cycle before it can be moved in the opposite direction Be certain it is completely raised or lowered before trying to move it in the opposite di rection To raise the vent turn the Vent control knob to the right UP until the A vent intake no longer moves upward Itautomatically stops moving when the maximum height is reached or when the push button is released To lower the vent turn the Vent control knob to the left DN until the vent intake is completely lowered You will hear a click when itis com pletely lowered BLOWER SPEED CONTROL COOK N VENT OPERATION The blower control allows you to select the drawing power needed for a particular food or cooking method T
29. h Rub lightly Rinse thoroughly and dry Fiber or steel wool soap pads PanHandl rs S O S Brillo e For stubborn stains the occasional use of abrasive cleansers is okay but if used vigorously or too often they can eventually harm the enamel Dampen pad rub lightly rinse thoroughly and dry STAINLESS STEEL The quality of this material resists most stains and pitting providing Cooktop the surface is kept clean and protected Ventilator Nonabrasive Cleaners Hot soapy water ammonia or detergent and water e Apply withsponge or cloth then wipe clean using a clean cloth and thoroughly dry the surface Apply stainless steel cleaner polish such as Stainless Steel Magic to protect the finish and leave a soft lustre e Grease food Wipe off the stainless steel front and back panels of the vent after each use Rinse spatters then polish with a dry cloth rubbing in the direction of the grain fingerprints If grease has accumulated on the inside of the back panel of the vent use a nylon or other soft touch spatula to lift the accumulated grease from the back panel To reach the back panel remove the front panel and filters See page 26 Mild Cleaners Stainless Steel Magic general kitchen cleaners such as Fantastik Formula 409 Vinegar to remove hard water spots e Apply withsponge or cloth then wipe clean using a clean cloth and thoroughly dry the surface Mild abrasive Cleaners RevereWare Instant Stainless Steel Cle
30. he bottom of the pan for even browning and to avoid scorching Balanced Pan Unbalanced Pan Use balanced pans that sit level on the burner grate without tilting from the weight of the handle Use Lids that fit Properly Use lids that fit the cookware prop erly to help shorten cooking time and to allow food to cook in a mini mum amount of liquid on a lower heat setting Section Four Using the Cooktop y A ah Use Flat Bottom Pans Use flat heavy bottom pans that stay flat when heated for the best results Avoid cookware that is warped dented ridged or thin A warped or ridged pan receives the most heat at the points that contact the flame This can result in burning or scorching of the food being pre pared Do not use an oversize utensil Specialty pans such as woks lobster pots pressure cookers griddles French fryers etc must meet similar design requirements as regular cook ware flat bottom balanced correct size and proper cover if applicable Do not use utensils such as griddles roasting pans au gratin pans fish poachers or other cooking utensils that must fit across two burners Use of these products can result in dam age to the glass cooktop and porce lain burner pans Heat and cool pans gradually to help maintain a flat bottom on your cook ware Do not place pans under cold water while still hot unless recom mended by the manufacturer as they may warp Use onl
31. he vent intake must be in the raised position for the blower to turn on If it is not fully raised the blower will not turn on To turn the blower ON turn the control knob clockwise for power continue turn ing to the right for LO Blower Speed Control mee Up we Control CONTROLS FOR GGSCV36 365 The control knob does not have to be turned OFF manually before the vent intake is lowered It turns OFF auto matically when the Vent DOWN con trol knob is turned towards the down position If the control knob is not turned off it will automatically be ON the next time the intake is fully raised Blower Speed Control Blower Speed Control DEL D Kee Up Down Control CONTROLS FOR GGSCV30 Up Down Control CONTROLS FOR SGSCV36G Page 21 Mi GENERAL CARE Before cleaning be certain the burners are turned off and the grates are cool Any part of the cooktop can be cleaned with hot sudsy water then rinsed and dried with a clean dry BURNERS The best cleaning method is preven tion Follow the recommended clean ing procedures and never let the burn ers get too dirty If you have a spillover let the burner cool then cleanimmediately If stains and cook ing oils are allowed to burn into the burner they become more difficult to remove Refer to Cleaning Chart Page 24 for specific instructions DAILY CLEANING Wipe the burner with a cloth dipped in warm sudsy water the
32. id not require a covered pan The flame was matched to the size of the pan and the method of cook ing simmering frying braising etc Guidelines 1 Theactual flame setting used to cook is selected from the range of flame settings given Whether the higher or lower setting is selected depends on the quality of the pan the amountoffood and the BTU HR rating of the burner used Page 16 How to Use the Chart The chart is divided into two sec tions the food and the flame set tings The flame settings section shows an initial Start Cooking setting a second Continue Cook ing setting and oranExtraLow Heat setting There may or may not be a change between the two Start Cooking and the Continue Cooking settings depending on the food prepared The ExtraLow Heat see pages 17 18 setting can be either a cook ing or a holding setting Raise or lower the flame set ting gradually Allow time for the pan and food to adjust to the new setting Changes are more satisfactory when the increased or decreased setting is only one or two markings on the control Section Four Using the Cooktop een USING THE COOKTOP i Before using this chart read Page 16 CONTINUE EXTRALOW HEAT SETTINGS BEVERAGES ae BREADS French Toast Pancakes Grilled Sandwiches CEREALS Cornmeal Grits Oatmeal DESSERTS Candy Med preheat skillet HI cover bring water to a boil add cereal Med Lo to
33. in accordance with the National Electrical Code and or applicable local codes and ordinances by a qualified electrician Cooktop Cook n Vent optional Outlet 4 CAUTION ALL MODELS IN CASE OF AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE If for any reason a gas control knob is turned ON and there is no electric power to operate the electronic igniter of the cooktop turn OFF the gas control knob and wait 5 minutes for the gas to dissipate before lighting the burner manually On the models with the ExtraLow Gas the two left burners cannot be turned on manually To light the burners carefully hold a lighted match to the burner ports and turn the gas control knob to HI During a power failure you can use the cooktop burners but each must be lit with a match Page 3 MM PRECAUTIONS Section One General Safety Instructions SAFETY PRACTICES TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS VVARNING TO REDUCE THE RISE OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCE OR INJURY TO PER SONS OBSERVE THE FOLLOW ING A Use this unit only in the man ner intended by the manufac turer If you have any ques tions contact the manufac turer B Before servicing or cleaning unit switch power off at ser vice panel and lock service panel to prevent power from being switched on accidentally CAUTION For General Ventilating Use Only Do Not Use To Exhaust Hazardous or Explosive Materials and Vapors WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SH
34. k n Vent models only Griddle n Grill or griddle models only Section Three Description MODEL AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION E Models GGS30 amp GGN3O 1 Cook n Vent 5 1650 to 11 000 BTU HR Burner amp Control Knob 2 Models GGS ExtraLow 300to9 100 BTU HR Burner amp Control Knob 6 Ventilator Controls Models GGN 950 to 6 500 BTU HR Burner amp Control Knob 7 Models GGS ON Light 3 Models GGS ExtraLow 365to 11 000 8 BumerPlate BTU HR Burner amp Control Knob GGN Models 1650to 11 000 BTU HR 9 BurnerCap Burner 8 Control Rnob 10 Grates 4 ModelsGGS 1300to9100BTU HR Burner amp Control Knob 1l RatingPlate Right Side under Models GGN 950 to 6500 BTU HR neath Cooktop Burner amp Contol Knob GGS models illustrated Page 7 Section Three Description nn MODEL AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION ee Model GGSCV36 amp GGNCV36 GGSCV models illustrated Page 8 Section Three Description Models GGS36 amp GGN36 Models GGS365 amp GGN365 N Cook n Vent Models GGS ExtraLow 300 to9100 BTU HR Burner amp Control Knob Models GGN 950 to 6 500 BTU HR Burner amp Control Knob Models GGS ExtraLow 365 to 11 000 BTU HRBurner amp Control Knob Models GGN 1650 to 11 000 BTU HRBurner amp Control Knob Models GGSCV365 GGS365 amp GGN365 950 to 6 500 BTU HR Burner amp Control Knob MODE
35. loth or sponge rinse and dry Soft Scrub mild abrasive liquid cleanser e Use sparingly and rub gently with a damp sponge or soft cloth If rubbing is hard or if an abrasive pad is used scratching may occur Rinse and dry Page 24 Section Five Care and Maintenance eee CLEANING CHART OM MATERIAL PART CLEANING PRODUCTS DIRECTION ELEMENT DO NOT RINSE OR IMMERSE ANY ELEMENT IN WATER The element will Griddle Element cleans itself when turned onto the HI setting The drip pan must always be in place when cooking on the Griddle n Grill Do not leave the cooktop unattended when cleaning the element PLASTIC Hot sudsy water Control Knobs e Pull knobs straight up from cooktop Wash do not soak Rinse then dry When replacing knobs match the stem opening on the back of the knob with the stem Do not force knobs onto stems Some knobs may discolor temporarily from food stains this color will lighten and disappear in a few days Do not wash knobs in the dishwasher PORCELAIN The Porcelain Enamel used on the cooktop is acid resistant but not acid proof ENAMEL If foods such as citric juices tomatoes vinegar milk etc are spilled wipe up Burner Caps immediately or it may effect the finish Burner Plates Hot sudsy water Grates Cooktop e Wash rinse thoroughly with hot water and dry Surface e For burned on food soil soak the grates in hot soapy water Mild Cleansers Bon ami Soft Scrub e Apply to a damp sponge or clot
36. nown by the State of Califor nia to cause cancer or reproduc tive harm California law requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such sub stances Tominimize exposure to these substances always operate this unit according to the instruc tions contained in this bookletand provide good ventilation SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS MM BEFORE USING YOUR COOKTOP FOR THE FIRST TIME Remove all packaging materials and labels before using your cooktop 1 Check that you have these items GGS30 36 GGSCV30 36 GGN30 36 GGNCV30 36 A 4 Burner Grates A 4 Burner Caps A 2 Ventilator Filters A Care and Use Manual warranty found on Page 29 GGS365 GGSCV365 GGN365 GGNCV365 5 Burner Grates 5 Burner Caps 2 Ventilator Filters Care and Use Manual war ranty found on Page 29 DE ds SGS30 SGS36G SGSCV36G A 4 Burner Grates A 4 Burner Caps A Griddle n Grill drip pan cover griddle grill remov able element 2 Ventilator Filters Care and Use Manual warranty found on Page 29 gt gt SGN30 SGN36G SGNCV36G A 4 Burner Grates A 4 Burner Caps A Griddle drip pan cover griddle removable ele ment A 2 Ventilator Filters A Care and Use Manual warranty found on Page 29 Page 6 Section Two Before You Begin 2 Record the Model and Serial Number as described on page 28 These may be used for any future contacts with your servicer or the factory Coo
37. nrinse with acloth dipped in clean water Avoid getting excess water on the igniter Porcelain Enamel Burner Cap Tab A Burner Cap BURNER CAPS Over a period of time the porcelain enamel burner cap may craze get fine hair like lines and discolor or become iridescent This is normal Section Five Care and Maintenance Tab A UNDERSIDE OF BURNER CAP Be sure the burner cap fits correctly the flame will not burn completely or correctly if cap is not positioned with Tab A in Notch B Keep the burner ports clear If the ports are clogged use a wire a straightened paper clip or a needle to clear the ports Do not use a toothpick it could break off in the ports IGNITERS A IGNITER D B Each burner has an igniter D lo cated on the burner plate Keep the igniters clean Avoid getting excess water or liquid cleaner on the ig niter If the igniter becomes too wet it may continue to click but not ignite the burner If the burner does not ignite in 4 seconds turn off the con trol and wait until the igniter is dry Page 22 BURNER PLATES Indentation for Grate E Notch B BURNER PLATE C The porcelain enamel finish of the burner plate C is acid resistant but not acid proof Acid foods such as citric juices tomatoes rhubarb vin egar alcohol or milk should be wiped up immediately Ifnot removed they may affect the porcelain finish Use a paper towel or dry cloth on
38. od near the edges of the pan may result in an overall temperature too cool to simmer If this hap pens turn the burner up slightly e Itis normal to stir food occasion ally This is especially important when simmering for several hours For example ahomemade spaghetti sauce or beans e It is normal not to see simmer bubbles immediately after the food has been stirred e While the flame is ON there may be bubbling there should be at least steam and a slight quivering of the liquid s surface e Simmer bubbles may not be seen when the flame has cycled OFF Models GGS amp SGS SIGNAL LIGHT The Signal Light not on all models or ON Light is located in the area of the Control Knobs For location see Section Three Description located on pages 7 to9 to identify your model This light turns on when any Control Knob is set SEALED BURNERS Front of Burner SEALED BURNER Your new cooktop features four or five sealed gas burners On Mod els GGS30 36 365 GGSCV30 36 365 SGS30 30G and SGSCV36G you have two 9 100 BTU HR burners two 11 000 BTU HR burners and on the GGSCV365 or GGS365 there is one 6 500 BTU HR burner On Models GGN30 36 365 and SGN30 36 there are two 11 000 BTU HR and two or three 6 500 BTU HR burners Each burner is sealed to the cooktop for easier cleaning BURNER CAPS Tab A BURNER CAP The Burner Cap top is porcelain enamel and has a tab A on the un derside that fits
39. om HI at 9 000 to XLO at 300 The BTU HR usage on the 11 000 BTU HR burner ranges from HI at 11 000 to XLO at 365 e There are an infinite number of settings between HI and XLO the control knob can be set at any po sition e The burner flame will pulse ON and OFF when the setting is at any position between LO and XLO e The length of time the flame is ON and OFF varies e With a setting just below LO the flame will be ON approximately 50 seconds and OFF 10 seconds of each minute e Withasetting atthe XLO position the flame is ON approximately 10 seconds and OFF 50 seconds of each minute FOR THE BEST RESULTS e Temperature control will be more accurate if a lid is used e Bring food to a rolling boil stir well to be sure all the food is boil ing cover and reduce the heat to just below LO e Check periodically to see if the control knob should be turned toa lower setting _ COOKTOP OPERATION e Adjust control knob to lower set tings in small steps e If control is set too low to main tain simmer bring the food back to a boil before setting a higher simmer setting WHAT TO EXPECT e The type and quantity of the food will affect which setting to use e Thesize type and material of your pan will affect which setting to use e When a large pan is used on a small burner it may cause the simmer action to occur mainly in the center of the pan When the food is stirred the cooler fo
40. plumbing codes or improper storage of the appliance e Service labor during limited warranty period e Travel fees and associated charges incurred when the product is installed in a location with limited or restricted access i e airplane flights ferry charges isolated geographic regions e Repairs due to other than normal home use This warranty applies to appliances used in residential applications it does not cover their use in commercial installations The warranty is for products purchased and retained in the 50 states of the U S A the District of Columbia and Canada Should the appliance be sold by the original purchaser during the warranty period the new owner continues to be protected until the expiration date of the original purchaser s warranty period Products for use in Canada must be purchased through the Canadian distribution channel to ensure regulatory compliance and warranty coverage This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights which vary from state to state HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE e Contact the Factory Authorized Service Agent in your area e Contact the Dealership where you purchased the appliance e Call the Thermador Customer Support Call Center at 800 735 4328 e Write us to at Thermador 5551 McFadden Avenue Huntington Beach CA 92649 Thermador Commitment Thermador wants to ensure that we exceed your expectations of support not only with your current appliance purchas
41. ps excessive noise or fluttering Itshould burn completely around the burner cap Foreign particles in the gas line may cause an orange flame during initial use This should disappear with use If the flame does not burn evenly all the way around the burner cap be sure the capis resting correctly on the burner base If the ports are clogged use a wire a straightened paper clip or aneedle to clear the ports Do not use a tooth pick it could break off inside the port If the condition persists contact a service agency for adjustment The burner should light in 4 sec onds or less If a burner does not light check to see that the cap is resting correctly on the burner base COOKTOP OPERATION MH 4 CAUTION A Foods packaged inaluminum foil should not be placed di rectly on the burner grate for cooking aluminum foil can melt Plastic paper and cloth can melt or burn when in contact with a hot burner grate Do not let these items come in con tact with the burner grate Do notallow pans to boil dry This can damage the pan the burner grate the cooktop glass and or the burner plate BURNER CAP FOR PROPER COMBUSTION DO NOT USE THE COOKTO WITHOUT THE BURNER GRATES IN PLACE Page 13 NM PROPER COOKWARE Section Four Using the Cooktop Top performance of your new cooktop is directly related to the use of proper pots and pans An out of shape pan without a lid cannot possibly cook with th
42. r cooking Based on safety consid erations never use the cooktop to warm or heat a room Also such use can be damaging to the cooktop Do not heat unopened food con tainers a buildup of pressure may cause the container to burst When using the cooktop DO NOT TOUCH THE BURNER GRATES or THE IMMEDIATE SURROUNDING AREA Areas adjacent to the burners may be come hot enough to cause burns Never leave the burners unat tended when using high flame settings Boil overs cause smok ing and greasy spillovers that may ignite More importantly if the flame issmothered unburned gas will be coming into the room See What to do if you smell Gas Page 1 Page 5 PRECAUTIONS HMH Always use utensils that have flat bottoms Hold the handle of the pan to prevent movement of the utensil when stirring or turn ing food To minimize burns ignition of flammable materials and uninten tional spillovers position handles of utensils inward so they do not extend over adjacent work areas burners or the edge of the cooktop During cooking set the burner control so that the flame heats only the bottom of the pan and does not extend beyond the edge of the pan Take care that drafts like those from fans or forced air vents do not blow flammable material to ward the flames or push the flames so that they extend beyond the edges of a pot Only certain types of glass heat proof glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or o
43. red to a qualified technician Children should notbe 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 appli ance CAUTION Do not store items of interest to children above the cooktop or at the back If chil dren should climb onto the appli ance to reach these items they could be seriously injured Do not store flammable materi als on or near the cooktop Do not use water on grease fires Turn appliance off and smother fire with baking soda or use a dry chemical or foam type extin guisher Never let clothing potholders or other flammable materials come in contact with the burners or burner grates until they are cool to the touch Use only dry potholders moist or damp potholders on hot sur faces may cause burns fromsteam Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of potholders Do not let potholders touch hot burn ers or burner grates For personal safety wear proper apparel Loose fitting garments or hanging sleeves should never be worn while cooking Do not use aluminum foil to line any part of the cooktop Improper use of a foil liner could result in a shock fire hazard or it could ob struct the flow of combustion and ventilation air Foil is an excellent heat insulator and heat will be trapped beneath it This will up set the cooking performance and can damage the cooktop finish Warning The appliance is fo
44. t the entire glass will break into many small blunt pieces called popcorn the average count is 20 pieces per square inch The pieces may scatter somewhat and since most particles are transparent food on or near the cooktop should not be eaten The cooktop should not be used again until it is repaired by a qualified service technician Remember the steel top is covered with porcelain enamel which is also a very durable glass Severe abuse or excessively rough treatment may cause the porcelain enamel to chip There is no limit to the types of food which can be cooked on your cooktop but some utensils could harm it Do not use any utensil which spans two burners because this will excessively heat the space between them Utensils which have large overhangs beyond the burner grate may cause over heating or tipping if used for long periods of time Of course hard impact should be avoided We recommend that you read this entire manual before using your new cooktop We know you will enjoy cooking on your new cooktop Please contact us if you have questions or comments When you write please include the model and serial numbers of your cooktop Sincerely The Home Economics Staff El ZA M TABLEOFCONTENTS Propane Installation cceccecsececoees 2 Section Four Using the Cooktop 10 to 21 Section One Cooktop Operation cccceeeeeeceeeeeeees 11 General Safety Instructions
45. t cycles a per centage of HI power on and off to maintain the selected heat setting On HI it does not cycle Griddle Finish The aluminum griddle isvery durable It features astick resistant surface that is anintegral part of the metal it is not a coating This hardness is achieved through a special anodizing process which changes the surface metal struc ture This surface will not rust chip or peel Because of it hardness metal utensils may be used on it while cook ing however cutting food witha knife or other sharp utensil should be avoided Stains Shadows Stains on the finish usually result from improper cleaning of the griddle Minor stains shadows or images are considered normal and do not effect the performance of the griddle To maintain good performance and ap pearance always follow the cleaning instructions see Page 24 BEFORE USING THE GRIDDLE or THE GRILL Wash the griddle and the grill with hot sudsy water then rinse thoroughly with clear hot water and dried This should remove any manufacturing oils which may still be on the surface A small amount of oil or butter applied after preheating helps to prevent sticking GRIDDLE GRILL CONTROL The signal light turns on when any KNOB and SIGNAL LIGHT heat setting is selected for the griddle or the grill The number designations on the il lustration are for reference only and are guides to the heat settings in this chart SUGGESTED HEAT SETTING
46. ther glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop use This type of utensil may break with sudden temperature changes Use only on low or me dium flame settings according to the manufacturer s directions If the cooktop is near a window be certain the curtains do not blow over or near the burners they could catch on fire In the event a burner goes out and gas escapes open a window ora door Do not attempt to use the cooktop until the gas has had time to dissipate Wait at least 5 min utes before using the cooktop NM PRECAUTIONS Clean the coolctop vvith 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 Clean the hood above or the ven tilator at the back of your cooktop frequently so grease from cook ing vapors does not accumulate on the filters or on the intake Section One General Safety Instructions Turn the ventilator OFF in case of fire or when intentionally flaming liquor or other spirits on the cooktop The blower if in operation could unsafely spread the flames The electric element is removeable however it should never be immersed in water Turn the element on and it will clean itself DO NOT leave it unattended when burning off food soil California Proposition 65 Warn ing Burning gas cooking fuel gen erates some by products which are on the list of substances which are k
47. ve front panel ventilator cap and filters 2 Lower ventilator completely 3 Clean gap area using a mild grease solvent see Cleaning Chart 4 Raise ventilator completely and replace filters cap and front panel Not on all Models Section Five Care amp Maintenance Eee GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE COOK N VENT HH ACCESS PANELS Frequency of cleaning depends on how There are four different ways the Access AND ELECTRICAL often the filters and back panel at the top Panels A and B could have been in CONNECTIONS of the unit are cleaned stalled DO NOT OPEN ELECTRICAL BOX E See Installation Instructions Remote Blower FRONT VIEW Countertop Level Below Counter Remote Installation Access Panel Electrical Connections DO Access Panel NOT OPEN for electrical Cabinet Blower or Duct inspection only Attachment Box for the Ventilator Reset Button Remote Blower Retainer Bar Four Thumb Screws TO REACH CLEAN OUT AREA Cabinet Installation 1 Loosen but do not remove the thumb screws Item D You have either a remote oracabi 2 While holding C it is heavy move the retainer bar G up and lift net blower C installed on the venti out panels A and B Lower the retainer bar G so it will hold C in lation system of your Cook n Vent place cooktop There are access panels at the base DO NOT REMOVE BLOWER or DUCT ATTACHMENT of the ventilator system inside the BOX C cabinet If there is
48. y a flat bottom wok A round bottom wok cannot be used with or without its support ring The wok is unstable without the ring and the ring may restrict air to the burners Large or Warped Utensils 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 sur rounding countertop Once food has reached temperature turn the con trol 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 Page 15 PROPER COOKWARE E Canning Tips An oversize canning pot can be used with success following these sugges tions A Usea canner with a dark or dull finish to reduce heat reflecting back to the cooktop surface A Selectacannerwithaflatbottom rather than one with a concave convex or rippled bottom A Allovvatleast3 8inchofairspace between the canneroverhang and the cooktop surface A Use the lowest heat setting pos sible to maintain a boil or pres sure A Be sure to cover all containers A Follovv the canning instructions given in a standard cookbook or manufacturer s instructions pro vided with the canning jars A Use care to prevent burns from the large amount of steam gener ated by the canning process Look for canners fitting this description A Water Bath Canner
49. ying Lamb Chops Thin Steaks Hamburgers Link Sausage HI preheat skillet Med to Med HI brown meat 4 to 3 to hold covered 3 to 2 to hold uncovered Poaching Chicken whole or pieces Fish HI Cover bring lig uids to a boil Page 17 2 to 1 to finish cooking Section Four Using the Cooktop NE SUGGESTED FLAME SETTINGS mm START COOKING CONTINUE EXTRALOW HEAT COOKING SETTINGS Simmering Stewed Chicken Corned Beef Tongue etc HI cover bring liquid to a 4 to 1 simmer slowly boil PASTAS HI bring water to a boil add Med Hi to HI to Macaroni Noodles maintain a rolling boil Spaghetti POPCORN use a heavy HI cover heat until kernels Med to Med Hi flat bottom pan start to pop finish popping PRESSURE COOKER Med Hi to HI build up Med Lo to Med Meat pressure maintain pressure Med Lo to Med maintain pressure Vegetables HI build up pressure DES De cel 4 to 2 cook according to cover bring water to a package directions boil add rice cover XLO to hold cover 2to XLO simmer 2 to3 to thicken sauce uncov ered White Cream Bernaise Med Lo melt fat follow LO to Med Lo XLO to hold cover Hollandaise recipe finish cooking HI cover bring liquid to 3 to 2 simmer VEGETABLES HI cover bring water and Med Lo to Med XLO to hold cover Fresh vegetables
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