Thermador ME301JS Installation Instructions Manual page 10

To remove the oven door:
Read the preceeding caution notice before beginning
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the oven door removal process.
Provide a nearby place to safely lay the door after
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removal so it will not fall over or be stepped upon. Lay
the door flat on a blanket or cushioned surface.
Open the oven door fully until it is parallel to the floor.
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The door contains powerful springs to assist with
closing the door. It is necessary to position the toggle
locks in place to take the tension off the springs.
To access the toggle locks, remove the locking plate
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using a T20 star head driver.
After removing the screw, (A) lift the locking plate up
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and then pivot it out to remove. Repeat for the other
hinge. Retain both locking plates and screws for
reinstallation.
Flip the locking levers towards the door as far as they
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will go. Hint: (B) It may be helptul to use the tip of a
screwdriver to pull out the locking levers. (C) Make
sure both locking levers are in the locked position
pushed all the way towards the door.
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With the toggles in place as shown, carefully close the
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oven door until the front side of the door is about
5½ inches (140 mm) from the control panel.
Grasp the door firmly using both hands. The door
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weighs over 30 pounds.
CAUTION
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To avoid damage do not allow the door to strike
the control panel during door removal or
replacement.