Preparation Before Installing; Planning Information; Ventilation Requirements - Thermador Pro Grand PRD364WIGC Installation Instructions Manual

Preparation before installing

Planning information

9 CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to cabinets and cabinet
finishes, use only materials and finishes that will not
discolor or divide into layers. Materials should be able to
withstand temperatures up to 194 °F (90 °C). Heat and
moisture resistant adhesive must be used if the product is
to be installed in laminated cabinetry. Check with the
product manufacturer to ensure materials meet these
requirements.
This guide covers several models. All graphics are
representative. Your appliance may vary in appearance
and features.
Before using your appliance, be sure to read this manual.
Pay special attention to the Important Safety Instructions
located at the beginning of the manual.
Tools needed
• 7/16'' (11 mm) box end wrench or ratchet
• 3/16'' (4.76 mm) drill bit
• Hand or electric drill
• 1/8'' (3.17 mm) drill bit
• 12'' (305 mm) adjustable wrench
• T-20 screwdriver
• T-30 screwdriver
• Tape measure
• Furniture dolly or air sled
• Cross-head screwdriver
• Level
• Marking instrument
• Protective gloves
• Safety glasses
Items not included
• Drywall / concrete anchors
• Rope / twine
• 2 – NPT flare adapters, of appropriate size
• Pipe compound / tape
• ¾'' (19 mm) flex line
IMPORTANT: There is a possibility to discolor the back
wall under certain cooking conditions.

Ventilation requirements

9 WARNING
This appliance should not be installed with a ventilation
system that directs air in a downward direction toward the
range. This type of ventilation system may cause ignition
and combustion problems with the appliance resulting in
personal injury, property damage, or unintended
operation. Ventilating systems that direct the air upwards
do not have any restriction.
• Refer to the "Ventilation Planning Guide" for
approved ventilation combinations.
• It is strongly recommended that this appliance be
installed in conjunction with a Thermador
Due to the high heat capability of this unit, particular
attention should be paid to the hood and duct work
installation to assure it meets local building codes.
• Downdraft ventilation should not be used. The
"Ventilation Planning Guide" indicates the ventilation
hood options and blower capacity guidelines that are
recommended for use.
• Due to the high heat of the rangetop burners,
installing a microwave oven with a ventilation system
over the rangetop is not recommended on any model
other than the 30'' 5–burner. Refer to the Over the
Range or Rangetop (OTR) manufacturer's installation
manual for clearances.
• Ventilation hoods and blowers are designed for use
with single wall ducting. However, some local building
codes or inspectors may require double wall ducting.
Consult local building codes and/or local agencies
before starting to assure that hood and duct
installation will meet local requirements.
• NOTICE: Most range hoods contain combustible
components which must be considered when planning
the installation.
To prepare for the ventilation
1. Select hood and blower models:
• For wall installations, the hood width must, at a
minimum, equal the width of the range/rangetop.
Where space permits, a hood larger in width than
the range/rangetop may be desirable for
improved ventilation performance.
• For island installations, the hood width should
overhang the width of the range/rangetop by a
minimum of 3'' (76 mm) on each side.
2. Hood placement:
• For best smoke elimination, the lower edge of the
hood should be installed 30'' (762 mm) above the
range cooking surface.
• If the hood contains any combustible materials
(i.e. a wood covering), it must be installed a
minimum of 36'' (914 mm) above the cooking
surface.
3. Consider make-up air:
• Due to the high volume of ventilation air, a source
of outside replacement air is recommended. This
is particularly important for tightly sealed and
insulated homes.
• A qualified heating and ventilating contractor
should be consulted.
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vent hood.
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