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Thermador CD365 Care & Use Manual And Installation Instructions

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Care & Use Manual
and

Installation Instructions

for
®
Thermador
Glass Ceramic Gas
and
Glass Ceramic Dual Gas & Electric
Cooktops
Models:
CGX304 / CGX365 / CGX456
CD365 / CD456

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Care & Use Manual Installation Instructions ® Thermador Glass Ceramic Gas Glass Ceramic Dual Gas & Electric Cooktops Models: CGX304 / CGX365 / CGX456 CD365 / CD456...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    A Special Message to Our Customers, Thank you for buying a Thermador tion in this manual helps you easily operate and care for your cooktop for years of satisfaction. Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. Sincerely,...
  • Page 3: Gas Requirements

    WARNINGS FOR SAFE GAS INSTALLATIONS Installer: Please leave these instructions with the unit for the owner. Owner: Please retain these instructions for future reference. WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. FOR YOUR SAFETY  Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    SAFETY PRACTICES TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR COOKTOP WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS,...
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Hold the handle of the pan to prevent movement of the utensil when stirring or turning food. Turn handles of utensils inward so that they do not extend over adjacent work areas, cooking areas, or the edge of the cooktop.
  • Page 6: Electrical Requirements

    ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY MODELS: CGX304U CGX365U CGX456U Ratings see back cover MODELS: CD365U CD456U Ratings see back cover 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.
  • Page 7: Models And Parts Identification

    MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION Model CD456U Model CD365U 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob Dual-Circuit Element: Small 6"–1000 Watt, Large 9"...
  • Page 8 MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION Model CGX304U Models CGX365U Models CGX456U Page 6...
  • Page 9: Models And Parts Identification

    MODEL and PARTS IDENTIFICATION Model CGX304U ® 1. ExtraLow 365 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob ® 2. ExtraLow 300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 3. 1300 to 9100 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 4. 1650 to 11,000 BTU/HR Burner & Control Knob 5.
  • Page 10: Before Using The Cooktop For The First Time

    “ON” signal light goes out. outer inner Dual Radiant Elements (Models CD365 & CD456) This type of electric element has two cooking sizes. Select either the small inner element or both the inner and outer elements, (dual) depending of the base size of your pan.
  • Page 11: Electric Control Knob

    ELECTRIC COOKTOP OPERATION CONTROL KNOBS The placement of each knob corresponds to the place- ment of the heating element that it controls. To turn on any element, PUSH DOWN on the knob and TURN in either direction to the desired heat setting. There are an infinite number of heat settings between the LO and HI positions.
  • Page 12: Gas Cooktop Operation

    GAS CONTROL KNOB SETTINGS STANDARD BURNER (All Models) All standard burner controls press down to turn and have an infinite number of heat settings. There are no fixed positions. Select the appropriate control knob, press down and turn it counterclockwise to the HI position (detent) until the burner lights.
  • Page 13: Gas Cooktop Operation

    GAS COOKTOP OPERATION COOKTOP PARTS FOR PROPER COMBUSTION DO NOT USE THE COOKTOP WITHOUT THE BURNER GRATES IN PLACE . Each five finger grate is porcelain enameled cast iron and has five (5) prongs. These prongs fit into the five (5) indentations on the burner plate below.
  • Page 14: Cookware

    CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD PAN The choice of pans directly affects the cooking speed and uniformity. For best results select pans with the following features: FLAT BASES - Check flatness of pan with a straight edge. When pan is hot, the base (pan bottom) should rest evenly on the surface without wobbling.
  • Page 15 (if applicable). Custom Accessories ® Thermador offers several accessories for use on dual or gas burner cooktops. AWOKRING - a ring designed to hold a round bottom wok.
  • Page 16: Electric Cooking Chart

    ELECTRIC COOKING CHART FOOD BREADS French Toast, Pancakes, Grilled Sandwiches CEREALS Cornmeal, Grits, Oatmeal CHOCOLATE EGGS Cooked in Shell Fried, Scrambled MEAT, FISH, POULTRY Bacon, Sausage Patties Braising: Swiss Steak, Pot Roast Frying: Chicl<en Pan Frying: Lamb Chops, Thin Steaks, Hamburgers, Link Sausage Simmering: Stewed Chicken, Corned Beef...
  • Page 17: Gas Cooking Chart

    Food Start Cooking BREADS Med. - preheat skillet French Toast, Pancakes, Grilled Sandwiches CEREALS HI - cover, bring water Cornmeal, Grits, to a boil, add cereal Oatmeal CHOCOLATE LO to melt* EGGS HI - cover, bring Cooked in Shell water to a boil, add eggs, cover Fried, Scrambled Med.
  • Page 18: Ceramic Cooktop Cleaning Guide

    CERAMIC COOKTOP CLEANING GUIDE Care is easy on a daily basis when preventative steps are taken. Apply only a small amount of Cooktop ® Cleaning Creme to a clean paper towel or cloth. This provides a protective film that makes it easy to remove water spots or food spatters.
  • Page 19: Special Care Techniques

    GLASS CERAMIC COOKTOP CLEANING GUIDE TYPE OF SOIL Dry sugar, sugar syrup, milk or tomato spills. Melted plastic film or foil. REQUIRE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL. Remove only these types of spills while the surface is hot using the razor blade scraper. See Page illustration on page16. Burned-on food soil, dark streaks, and specks Greasy spatters Metal marks...
  • Page 20: Dual And All Gas Cooktop Cleaning Guide

    Control wipe with a sudsy sponge. Rinse and dry. Do not soak or wash in the dishwasher. Knob/ For removal, lift up. The Thermador Nameplate Porcelain Do not let acid spills like milk, wine, tomatoes or fruit juices remain on porcelain Enamel surface.
  • Page 21: Where To Order Cooktop Cleaning Creme

    Replace gasket by fitting groove around opening. The top will not be flush with the glass surface. Where to order Cooktop Cleaning Creme Thermador® recommends any Cooktop Cleaning Creme made for glass ceramic cooktops. To purchase additional supplies of Cooktop Cleaning Creme, phone your nearest parts distributor or (800) 735-4328.
  • Page 22: Installation Instructions

    This appliance is equipped with an intermittent/ interrupted ignition device. • The cooktop should be used in conjunction with a suitable ventilation system. Either a Thermador overhead or down-draft system is suggested. 30" MODELS: CGX304U POWER REQUIREMENTS & GROUNDING CGX MODELS: Power Supply: 120 VAC, 15 or 20 Amp.
  • Page 23 (front to back) should be no greater than 15". Cooktop Installation over a Thermador oven. The cooktop can be installed over a single Thermador electric oven: models CT130, S301 or SC301. The cooktop should be located on the same center line as the under-the-counter single oven.
  • Page 24 CABINET CONSIDERATIONS AND COUNTERTOP CUTOUT 1/8" Min. Clearance From Cooktop to Start of Radius 1-3/4" Min. to Counter Front Figure 2 - Cutout Dimensions Are Underlined 1. INSTALLING THE COOKTOP IN NORMAL COUNTERTOPS (For solid surface cooktop, see Section 2, below) Instructions are based on Standard American cabinets 36"...
  • Page 25: Installing The Cooktop

    INSTALLING THE COOKTOP Install the Cooktop Center the cooktop in the cutout to insure adequate clearance between the burner box and countertop edge. (A light pencil mark along the center of front edge and side edge of cooktop and counter will aid positioning of the cooktop in the center.) Trim Tape Trim excess aluminum tape along the frame...
  • Page 26 CONNECT GAS SUPPLY, Continued For Massachusetts Installations: 1. Shut-off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock. 2. Flexible gas connector must not be longer than 36 inches. 3. Not approved for installation in a bedroom or a bathroom unless unit is direct vent. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION / FINAL CHECK / BEFORE FIRST USE 4A.
  • Page 27: Warranty

    Factory Authorized Service Agency during normal working hours. For a Service Agency nearest you, please call 800/735-4328. Thermador Will Not Pay For: 1. Service by an unauthorized agency. Damage or repairs due to service by an unauthorized agency or the use of unauthorized parts.
  • Page 28: Before Calling For Service

    Thermador indicating the model number. Thermador reserves 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.