Thermador PDR304 manual

Thermador Pr ofessional ® Rang e FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONL Y Dual Fuel Models PDR30, PDR36, PDR48 LE MANUEL DE SOIN ET D’UTILISA TION EN ENGLAIS AVEC AD VER TISSEMENTS EN FRANÇAIS Car e and Use Man ual © 2002 BSH Home Appliances Corp. Model PDR304 Model PDR364GL Low Back Model LB36R Model PDR484GG Low Back Model LB48R[...]

A SPECIAL MESSA GE T O OUR CUST OMERS Thank you f or selecting the Thermador PR OFESSIONAL ® Range. W e recommend that y ou tak e time to r ead this entire booklet bef ore using y our new a ppliance for the first time. The booklet contains suggestions w e belie v e will be helpful as well as dir ections for using all the featur es of this range. K[...]

Introduction ................................................... 1 Gas Type Verification .................................... 1 Care and Use Manual Conventions .............. 2 Section One: General Safety Instructions Safety ............................................................................. 3 – 4 Precautions ...........................[...]

This manual contains important Care and Use inf ormation for all Thermador Prof essional ® Ranges. When using this manual, it is critical that you kno w the model number of y our range , as some information will be unique to each Range. The model number ma y be found on the rating plate located on the range as identified on Page 43 of this manual.[...]

GAS AND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS SECTION ONE: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY SA VE THESE INSTR UCTIONS It is the personal responsibility and obligation of you, the user, to have this appliance connected to the electrical power supply in accordance with the National Electrical Code and/or applicable local codes and ordi[...]

SAFETY PRA CTICES T O A V OID PERSONAL INJUR Y PREC A UTIONS When properly cared for, your new Thermador PROFESSIONAL ® Range has been designed to be a safe, reliable appliance. However, use extreme care when using this restaurant caliber range as this type of appliance provides intense heat and can increase the accident potential. When using kitc[...]

SECTION ONE: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PRECA UTIONS Warning: The appliance is for cooking. Based on safety considerations, never use the oven or cooktop to warm or heat a room. Also, such use can damage the cooktop or oven parts. When using the cooktop: DO NOT TOUCH THE BURNER GRATES OR THE IMMEDIATE SURROUNDING AREA. Areas adjacent to the burner[...]

SECTION ONE: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PRECA UTIONS Do not clean, rub, damage, move or remove the door gasket. It is essential for a good seal during baking and while self-cleaning the oven. Protect the self-cleaning feature. Clean only those parts indicated in this booklet. Do not use commercial oven cleaners or oven liner protective coatings of[...]

SECTION TWO: BEFORE YOU BEGIN 1. Check that you have the items listed on Page 6. 2. Record the Model and Serial number on Page 43. See "Data Rating Plate." These may be used for any future contacts with your servicer or the factory. Enter this information on the Product Registration Card included with this product then mail it to the indi[...]

SECTION THREE: DESCRIPTION Model and P ar ts Identification 1. 22" High Shelf Backguard, 12" Low Back, or Island Trim (Backguard ordered separately) 2. Burner Grates & Burners 3. Grill 4. Griddle 5. Control Knobs, ExtraLow ® Burners (2) 6. Control Knobs, Standard Burners (4) 7. Oven Controls 8. Oven Light Switch 9. Oven Door 10. View[...]

Page 9 1. 22" High Shelf Backguard, 12" Low Back, or Island Trim (Backguard ordered separately) 2. Burner Grates & Burners 3. Control Knobs, ExtraLow ® Burners (2) 4. Control Knobs, Standard Burners (4) 5. Oven Controls 6. Oven Light Switch 7. Oven Door 8. Viewing Window 9. Kick Panel (Product Rating Label Located Behind Kick Panel) [...]

SECTION THREE: DESCRIPTION Model and P ar ts Identification 1. 9" Low Back or Island Trim (Island Trim ordered separately) 2. Burner Grates & Burners 3. Control Knobs, ExtraLow ® Burners (2) 4. Control Knobs, Standard Burners (2) 5. Oven Controls 6. Oven Light Switch 7. Oven Door 8. Viewing Window 9. Kick Panel (Product Rating Label Locat[...]

Guide to Knob Identification and Location PDR48 MODELS PDR36 MODELS PDR30 MODEL 1 6 2 2 2 1 6 6 6 2 4 1 1 2 3 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 4 4 3 6 5 6 5 6 5 1 . Simmer Knob OFF HI-LO-XLO 2 . Standard Knob OFF HI LO 3 . Grill Knob OFF -LITE-HI-LO 4 . Griddle Knob OFF 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 5 . Auxiliar y Oven Knob OFF 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 B[...]

SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP SEALED BURNERS USING THE COOKT OP The cooktop featur es four or six gas surface burners; each rated at 15,000 BTU/HR. The burners are sealed to the stainless steel top frame to pre vent liquid spills fr om accumulating below the top surface, making it easier to clean. On all models, the two left burners ha ve the exc[...]

Page 13 ExtraLo w T echniques • The type and quantity of food affects which setting to use. • The pan selected affects the setting. Its size , type , material, and whether a lid is used, all affect the consistency of the cooking temperatur e . Operation of the ExtraLo w Burners • XLO , the ver y low est setting, is achiev ed by cycling the fl[...]

Page 14 AUT OMA TIC RE-IGNITION If any one or mor e burners or grill blow out, the electr onic igniter automatically sparks to r e-light the flame . Do not touch the burners when the igniters are sparking. IMPOR T ANT: • For pr oper combustion do not use the cooktop without the burner grates in place. • There is a slight sound associated with g[...]

Page 15 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP COOKW ARE RECOMMEND A TIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ➤ Food packaged in alumin um foil should not be placed dir ectly on the burner grate. Aluminum foil can melt during cooking. ➤ Do not let plastic, paper or cloth come in contact with a hot burner grate. They ma y melt or catch fire. ➤ Nev er let a pan boil[...]

Page 16 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP FLA T -BO TT OM WOK PAN SPECIAL TY COOKW ARE COOKING CHAR T SUGGESTIONS FOR USING THE CHAR T Use the chart on Pages 14 and 15 as a guide . The settings you use will vary depending on the pans selected and the starting temperature of the food. On the chart, the “Finish Setting” has been separated for the s[...]

Page 17 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP SURF A CE BURNER COOKING CHAR T BEVERA GES Med. – heat milk, LO – finish heating XLO – k eep warm, Cocoa cov er cov er* BREADS Med. – preheat skillet Med. Lo to Med. – Same as Standard French T oast, Pancak es, cook Grilled Sandwiches BUTTER 4 to 3 – allo w 5 to 10 Melting XLO – to hold minutes [...]

Page 18 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP SURF A CE BURNER COOKING CHAR T * W e r ecommend that these foods be stirr ed occasionally . Simmering: Stewe d HI – cov er , 4 to 1 – simmer slowly Chick en, Corned Beef, bring liquid T ongue, etc. to a boil P AST AS HI – bring water to a Med. Hi to HI – to Same as for Standar d Burners Macaroni, Noo[...]

Page 19 THE GRILL (Available on some models) When cooking food on the grill you will achieve the same flavor as meat cooked on an outdoor barbecue. This flavor is actually created by the fats and juices that are brought to the surface of the food and caramelized by the intense heat from the stainless steel radiant. Most types of foods, steaks, chop[...]

Page 20 Disassemb ly/Assemb ly of the Grill Exploded Vie ws and Side View of Grill Burner Placement in slots in back of grill Heat Deflector Grill Bo x Drip P an U-shaped burner Grill Grate Stainless Steel Radiant Follo w the steps below to disassemble the compo- nents in the grill box. A . Remov e the grill grate , stainless steel radiant and burn[...]

Page 21 USING THE GRILL GRILLING SUGGESTIONS ◆ T rim an y excess fat fr om the meat befor e cooking. Cut slits in the r emaining fat ar ound the edges at 2" (51 mm) inter vals. ◆ Brush on basting sauce towar d the end of cooking. ◆ Use a spatula or tongs instead of a f ork to turn the meat. A fork punctur es the meat and lets the juices [...]

Page 22 GRILL COOKING CHAR T F ood W eight or Control T otal Suggested Special Instructions Thickness Setting Cooking Time and Tips MEA TS Beef Hamburgers 1/2 to 3/4 inch Medium 14 to 18 minutes Grill, turning once when (13 mm to 19 mm) Juices rise to the surface. High 12 to 15 minutes Do not lea ve hamburgers unattended since a flare up can occur [...]

Page 23 F ood W eight or Control T otal Suggested Special Instructions Thickness Setting Cooking Time and Tips MEA TS P ork Ham Steaks Remov e excess fat fr om (precook ed) 1/2 inch High 4 to 8 minutes edge . Slash r emaining fat at 2-inch (51 mm) inter vals. Grill, turning once . Hot Dogs Medium 5 to 10 minutes Slit skin. Grill, turning once . POU[...]

Page 24 CONTROL KNOB GRIDDLE COOKING CHAR T FOOD SETTING Bacon, Ham, Pork Chops 350ºF to 375ºF (177ºC to 190ºC) Eggs 300ºF to 325ºF (150º C to 160ºC) Pancak es, French T oast 350ºF to 375ºF (177ºC to 191ºC) P otatoes, Hash Br own 400ºF to 425ºF (205ºC to 219ºC) Sandwiches, Sausage 350ºF to 375ºF (177ºC to 191ºC) Griddle Gr ease [...]

RACK POSITIONS TIPS FOR BAKE PREHEATING THE OVEN Many foods such as meat, poultry, casseroles, or other long cooking foods cook well without preheating the oven. See your recipe for pre– heating recommendation. Preheating time depends on the temperature setting and the number of racks in the oven. GETTING THE BEST RESULTS ▲ Minimize opening the[...]

■ WHEN USING THE OVEN IN ANY MODE Never use aluminum foil to cover the oven racks or to line the oven. It can damage the oven and cause a fire hazard if heat is trapped under it. RACK POSITIONS LARGE MAIN OVEN One Rack Baking •When baking on one rack, best results ar e obtained in the bak e mode (see Bak e). •When r oasting a turk ey or a lar[...]

O VEN CONTR OL KNOBS SECTION FIVE: USING THE OVEN Setting Bak e / Con v ection Bak e NOTE: When the oven is used for an extended period of time at a high temperature, the cooling blower will turn on. This is normal. This cooling blower will also operate during Broil and during the Self-Cleaning cycle. If the blower is not running during these modes[...]

SECTION FIVE: USING THE OVEN Other Uses of Bak e FOOD OVEN TEMPERATURE ˚F Beef Rare ............................................................................ 140˚ - 155˚F Medium ...................................................................... 155˚ - 170˚F Well done .................................................................. 170[...]

Setting the 12-Inch Ov en to W arm Proofing time may be decreased when using the large oven at the same time you are proofing. Check bread product early to avoid over-proofing. If you are using the large oven for extended periods of time we recommend, for optimum results, that you complete the proofing before using the large oven. 1. Preheat oven t[...]

Page 30 SECTION FIVE: USING THE OVEN Baking Char t Control Total Special Pan Temperature Suggested Instructions Food Size Setting Cooking Time and Tips Cookies 12"x15" 375 ° 8 to 12 minutes Follow recipe Cookie Sheet instructions Layer Cakes 8" or 9" Round 350 ° 25 to 35 minutes Follow recipe instructions Sheet Cakes 9"x1[...]

UTENSILS ▲ The chrome and porcelain enamel two-piece broil pan and grid is included with the range. DO NOT cover the slotted grid (top) with aluminum foil. ▲ Use metal or glass-ceramic bakeware when top browning casseroles, main dishes, or bread. ▲ DO NOT use heat-proof glass or pottery. This type of glassware cannot withstand the intense hea[...]

Setting Br oil or Con v ection Br oil for Electric Ov en T o Set the Ov en to Br oil or Conv ection Br oil NOTE: Successful broiling requires constant ex- posure to high, intense heat . 1. Place o ven rack in desir ed position. 2. Set Selector Switch to Br oil. 3. Set Oven Contr ol Knob to BROIL or CONVECTION BROIL setting. 4. KEEP DOOR CLOSED thr [...]

Page 33 SECTION FIVE: USING THE OVEN Br oiling and Roasting Char t Food Item Rack Oven Control Approximate Special Number Mode Temperature Cooking Instructions Setting Time and Tips Beef Ground Beef 5 Broil Broil 15 to 20 min Broil until no Patties , 1/2" thick pink in center T-Bone Steak 5 Broil Broil 20 to 25 min Time depends on rareness of [...]

BEFORE SELF CLEANING THE OVEN Wipe out puddles of grease and any loose soil that can be easily removed. Remove any soil that is outside the door seal area. This appliance is designed to clean the oven interior and that portion of the door that is inside the oven. The outer edges of the door and the oven cavity are not in the cleaning zone. Wipe thi[...]

Page 35 CLEANING HINTS 1. The porcelain enamel finish is acid resistant, but not acid proof. Acidic foods, such as citrus juices, tomatoes, rhubarb, vinegar, alcohol or milk, should be wiped up and not allowed to bake onto the porcelain during the next use. 2. Remove the oven racks. See Racks, on Range Cleaning Chart, Page 42. 3. The heating elemen[...]

BRAND NAMES The use of brand names is intended only to indicate a type of cleaner. This does not constitute an endorsement. The omission of any brand name cleaner does not imply its adequacy or inadequacy. Many products are regional in distribution and can be found in the local markets. It is imperative that all products be used in strict accordanc[...]

COOKT OP CLEANING CHAR T Page 37 • The grates are hea vy; use care when lifting. Place on a pr otected surface . • Blisters/ crazing/ chips are common due to the extr eme temperatur es on grate fingers and rapid temperatur e changes. • Acidic and sugar -laden spills deteriorate the enamel. Remov e soil immediately . • Abrasive cleaners, use[...]

Cooktop P ar t / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders Griddle / Titanium surfaced • Nev er flood a hot griddle with cold water . This can warp or crack the aluminum plate. • Do not clean any part of the griddle in a self-cleaning ov en. • Remove drip tra y and discard grease into a gr ease resistant container for disposal. W ash dr[...]

Cooktop P ar t / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders COOKT OP CLEANING CHAR T , continued Surface Spill T ra ys / Stainless Steel Igniters / Ceramic Grill Grate / P orcelain Enamel on Cast Ir on Grill Drip P an / Stainless Steel • Acidic and sugar -laden spills deteriorate the stainless steel. Remov e soil immediately . • Abrasive c[...]

Continued ➟➟ Hot sudsy water. • Wash, rinse thoroughly, and dry. Mild Cleaners: Bon-ami ® , ammonia, or ammonia and water, Soft Scrub ® . • Apply to a damp sponge or cloth. Rub lightly. Rinse thoroughly. Dry. If food has burned onto the oven and is difficult to remove, the spots can be soaked with a cloth saturated with household ammonia.[...]

RANGE CLEANING CHAR T Part/Material/Soil Condition Cleaning Products/Directions General Kitchen Cleaners: Formula 409 ® , Fantastik ® . • Spray on and blot dry with a cloth. Do not rub. Do not move, remove or damage mesh. Seal Door Gasket See Oven Cavity, Page 40. Interior Porcelain Enamel Use care to keep cleaners and water away from the door [...]

O VEN LIGHT B ULB REPLA CEMENT Replace only with a 5-watt, halogen appliance light bulb. DO NOT USE a standard household light bulb in any oven. TO REPLACE THE LIGHT BULB: 1. Turn oven light switch to the off position. Let bulb and cover cool completely. 2. Remove the light cover. 3. Remove the burned-out bulb. Replace it with a 5-watt halogen appl[...]

CA UTION: Before removing the toe kick panel, disconnect the range from the electrical power supply. Reinstall the toe kick panel before reconnecting the range to the power supply and operating the range. SERVICE INFORMATION For handy reference, copy the infor- mation below from the data rating plate. Keep your invoice for War- ranty validation. Mo[...]

W ARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY Covers one year from the date of installation or date of occupancy for a new previously unoccupied dwelling, Save your dated receipt or other evidence of the installation/occupancy date. Thermador ® Will P a y F or : All repair labor and replacement parts found to be defective due to materials and workmanship. Serv[...]

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5551 McFadden Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 • 800/735-4328 ECO16523 • 5040007982 Rev. B • © 2002 BSH Home Appliances Corp. • Litho in U.S.A. 9/02 Specifications are for planning purposes only. Refer to installation instructions and consult your countertop supplier prior to making counter opening. Consult with a heating and ventilating[...]