Table Of Contents - Thermador CEM456 Care And Use Manual

A Special Message to Our Customers
Thank you for selecting the Thermador Glass Ceramic Cool(top. We recommend that you
take time to read this manual prior to using your cooktop for the first time.
This booldet contains suggestions that will be helpful as well as directions for using all the
features on your cool(top. Keep it handy, as it has answers to the questions that may occur
when you start to cool(.
The information in this manual will help you easily operate and care for your cool(top for
years of satisfaction.
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visit our website at www.thermador.com or write to us at:
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Sincerely,
Test Kitchen Consumer Scientists
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ............ I-2
Safety Precautions in French ............. 3-4
Cool(top Models ....................................... 5
Cool(top Operating Instructions ........... 6
Before Using Cooktop for First Time .........6
Precautions for Long Life and
Good Appearance of the Surface: ................6
Indicator Lights ................................................. 6
Retained Heat ................................................... 6
The Elements/Setting the Controls ...... 7
Radiant Elements .............................................. 7
Dual Element ..................................................... 7
Bridge Element .................................................. 7
Bridge Operation ............................................. 7
Temperature Limiters .....................................7
Using Proper Cool(ware ......................... 8
Cookware Characteristics .............................8
To test the flatness of your pans: .................8
Specialty pans .................................................... 8
Custom Accessory Griddle ...........................8
Using Proper Cookware ................................8
Heat Settings for Radiant and
Bridge Elements ................................. 9
Cleaning Guide ....................................... I 0
Before Use Care .............................................10
Knobs ................................................................ I 0
Recommended Cleaners .............................. l0
Avoid These Cleaners ...................................10
Daily Cleaning Techniques ........................... 10
How to use a Razor Blade Scraper ............ I0
Use Cooktop Cleaning Creme ® Daily ....... 10
Special Care Chart .............................. I I
Troubleshooting .................................... 12
Thermador Cool(top Warranty ........... 13
Packaged with Cooktop
Care and Use Manual
Installation Instructions
Cooktop Cleaning Creme ®
Razor Blade Scraper
Mounting Brackets
Registration Card
Foam Tape Seal