Thermador PGR36 manual

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A SPECIAL MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS Thank you for selecting the Thermador PROFESSIONAL ® Range. We r ecommend that you take time to r ead this entire booklet befor e using your new appliance for the first time. The booklet contains suggestions we believe will be helpful as well as dir ections for using all the featur es of this range. Keep it in a [...]

Introduction ................................................ 1 Gas Type Verification ................................. 1 Care and Use Manual Conventions ............ 2 Section One: General Safety Instructions Safety ........................................................... 3 – 4 Precautions ................................................... 5[...]

This manual contains important Care and Use information for all Ther mador Professional ® Ranges. When using this manual, it is critical that you know the model number of your range, as some information will be unique to each range. The model number may be found on the rating plate located on the range as identified on Page 42 of this manual. The [...]

GAS AND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS SECTION ONE: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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 ordin[...]

SAFETY PRACTICES TO A VOID PERSONAL INJUR Y PRECAUTIONS 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 kitchen a[...]

SECTION ONE: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS 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 burners[...]

SECTION ONE: GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS 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 42. See "Data Rating Plate." These may be used for any future contacts with your servicer or the factory. Enter this information on the Prod- uct Registration Card included with this product then mail it to the in[...]

SECTION THREE: DESCRIPTION Model and Parts Identification 1. 22" High Shelf Backguard, 12" Low Back, or Island Trim (Backguard ordered sepa- rately) 2. Burner Grates & Burners 3. Grill 4. Griddle 5. Control Knobs, ExtraLow ® Burners (2) 6. Control Knobs, Standard Burners (4) 7. Oven Controls, Temperature Indicator 8. Oven Light Switc[...]

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

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

Guide to Knob Identification and Location PGR48 MODELS PGR36 MODELS PGR30 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. Auxiliary Oven Knob OFF 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 Broil 6[...]

SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP SEALED BURNERS USING THE COOKTOP 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 prevent liquid spills from accumulating below the top surface, making it easier to clean. On all models, the two left burners have the exclusi[...]

Page 13 ExtraLow 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 temperature. Operation of the ExtraLow Burners • XLO, the very lowest setting, is achieved by cycling the flame ON for[...]

Page 14 AUTOMA TIC RE-IGNITION If any one or mor e bur ners or grill blow out, the electronic igniter automatically sparks to r e-light the flame. Do not touch the burners when the igniters are sparking. IMPORT ANT : • For proper combustion do not use the cooktop without the burner grates in place. • There is a slight sound associated with gas [...]

Page 15 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP COOKW ARE RECOMMENDA TIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ➤ Food packaged in aluminum 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 may melt or catch fir e. ➤ Never let a pan boil dr[...]

Page 16 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP FLA T -BOTTOM WOK PAN SPECIAL TY COOKW ARE COOKING CHAR T SUGGESTIONS FOR USING THE CHAR T Use the chart on Pages 17 and 18 as a guide. The settings you use will vary depending on the pans selected and the starting temperatur e of the food. On the chart, the “Finish Setting” has been separated for the sta[...]

Page 17 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP SURF ACE BURNER COOKING CHAR T BEVERAGES Med. – heat milk, LO – finish heating XLO – keep warm, Cocoa cover cover* BREADS Med. – preheat skillet Med. LO to Med. – Same as Standar d French T oast, Pancakes, cook Grilled Sandwiches BUTTER 4 to 3 – allow 5 to 10 Melting XLO – to hold minutes to mel[...]

Page 18 SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP SURF ACE BURNER COOKING CHAR T * We r ecommend that these foods be stirred occasionally . Simmering: Stewed HI – cover , 4 to 1 – simmer slowly Chicken, 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 Bur ners Macaroni, Noodles,[...]

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 Disassembly/Assembly of the Grill Exploded Vie ws and Side View of Grill Burner Placement in slots in back of grill Heat Deflector Grill Box Drip Pan U-shaped burner Grill Grate Stainless Steel Radiant Follow the steps below to disassemble the components in the grill box. A. Remove the grill grate, stainless steel radiant and burner from th[...]

Page 21 USING THE GRILL GRILLING SUGGESTIONS ◆ T rim any excess fat fr om the meat befor e cooking. Cut slits in the r emaining fat around 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 fork to turn the meat. A fork punctures the meat and lets the juices r [...]

Page 22 GRILL COOKING CHAR T Food 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 leave hamburgers unattended since a flare up can occur qu[...]

Page 23 Food W eight or Control T otal Suggested Special Instructions Thickness Setting Cooking Time and Tips MEA TS Pork Ham Steaks Remove excess fat from (precooked) 1/2 inch High 4 to 8 minutes edge. Slash remaining fat at 2-inch (51 mm) intervals. Grill, turning once. Hot Dogs Medium 5 to 10 minutes Slit skin. Grill, turning once. POUL TRY Chic[...]

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) Pancakes, Fr ench T oast 350ºF to 375ºF (177ºC to 191ºC) Potatoes, Hash Br own 400ºF to 425ºF (205ºC to 219ºC) Sandwiches, Sausage 350ºF to 375ºF (177ºC to 191ºC) ABOUT THE GRIDDLE[...]

RACK POSITIONS TIPS FOR BAKE PREHEATING THE OVEN Preheat the oven before cooking any foods, including large pieces of meat or poultry. See your recipe for preheating recommendation. Preheating time depends on the temperature setting and the number of racks in the oven. GETTING THE BEST RESULTS ▲ Minimize opening the door: • Use a minute timer. [...]

■ 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 r esults are obtained in the bake mode (see Bake). •When roasting a turkey or a lar ge [...]

OVEN CONTROL KNOBS SECTION FIVE: USING THE COOKTOP Setting Bake / Convection Bake NOTE: When the oven is turned on, the cooling blower will turn on automatically. This is normal. When the oven is turned off, the cooling blower remains on until the oven temperature cools to 325º. The cooling blower will also operate during Broil and during the Self[...]

SECTION FIVE: USING THE COOKTOP Other Uses of Bake FOOD OVEN TEMPERATURE ˚F Beef Rare .................................................................... 150˚F Medium .................................................... 150˚ - 175˚F Well done ................................................. 175˚ - 200˚F Bacon ...............................[...]

Page 29 SECTION FIVE: USING THE COOKTOP Baking Chart 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"[...]

Page 30 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 int[...]

Page 31 Setting Br oil for Gas Oven T o Set the Oven to Br oil NOTE: Successful broiling requires constant exposure to high, intense heat . 1. Place oven rack in desir ed position. 2. Set Selector Switch to Broil. 3. Set Oven Control Knob to BROIL setting. 4. The temperature indicator will r otate to broil after five minutes. 5. Place food in oven [...]

Page 32 SECTION FIVE: USING THE OVEN Br oiling and Roasting Chart 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 minutes Broil until no Patties, 1/2" thick pink in center T-Bone Steak 5 Broil Broil 12 to 20 minutes Time depends on rarene[...]

Page 33 LARGE GAS MAIN OVEN The self-cleaning mode of your new range features pyrolytic self-cleaning. When set to the CLEAN mode, the oven reaches a high temperature, approximately 830ºF, that burns off the food soil. When the oven is set for CLEAN, only the cooktop burners may be used. The 12-inch oven (Model PGR48 only), the griddle and/or the [...]

SECTION SIX: CARE AND MAINTENANCE Page 34 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 Cha[...]

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[...]

COOKTOP CLEANING CHAR T , continued Page 36 • The grates are heavy; use care when lifting. Place on a protected surface. • Blisters/ crazing/ chips are common due to the extreme temperatur es on grate fingers and rapid temperatur e changes. • Acidic and sugar -laden spills deteriorate the enamel. Remove soil immediately . • Abrasive cleaner[...]

Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders Griddle / Titanium surfaced • Never 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 oven. • Remove drip tray and discard grease into a gr ease resistant container for disposal. W ash drip tr[...]

Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders COOKTOP CLEANING CHAR T , continued Surface Spill T rays / Stainless Steel Igniters / Ceramic Grill Grate / Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron Grill Drip Pan / Stainless Steel • Acidic and sugar -laden spills deteriorate the stainless steel. Remove soil immediately . • Abrasive cleaners,[...]

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 thor oughly . Dry . If food has burned onto the oven and is difficult to r emove, the spots can be soaked with a cloth saturated with household am[...]

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 39. Interior Porcelain Enamel Use care to keep cleaners and water away from the door [...]

OVEN LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 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 applian[...]

CAUTION: 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 information below from the data rating plate. Keep your invoice for Warranty validation. Model N[...]

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 Pay For: All repair labor and replacement parts found to be defective due to materials and workmanship. Service [...]

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