Microswitch Removal And Replacement - Thermador PRL304EG Service Manual

Service Manual for Thermador Pro Grand LP Gas Ranges, Models: PRL304EG, PRL364EDG, PRL364ELG, PRL366EG, PRL484ECG, PRL486EDG, PRL486EDPG, PRL484ELG
Figure 77: Removing the Valve Screw
Figure 78: Standard Valve Connected to Microswitch
1 Screw connecting microswitch to standard valve
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Gas Leaks
With electrical power off, carefully check for gas leaks at each gas
component that was removed, replaced, or otherwise serviced using a
gas leak detector or bubble test.
4.5.3

Microswitch Removal and Replacement

The microswitches are for the standard (non-XLO) burners only.
Be sure to check QuickFinder for relevant information, documentation,
and the correct part number when replacing this component.
Figure 79: Microswitch
1. Follow all safety precautions and steps in Preparing the Range for
Servicing, page 21.
2. Follow all steps in Accessing Components under the Maintop,
page 21.
3. If a burner support rail obstructs access to the microswitch, then
remove the burner support rail (with jet holder assemblies
attached) by following the steps in Removing the Burner Support
Rail, page 24.
4. Remove knob from valve stem by slowly pulling knob straight out,
away from control panel.
5. Using a 9/16th inch wrench, remove the gas tube by unscrewing
the hex nuts connected to the standard valve and to the jet holder
assembly. Be careful not to bend the gas tube.
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