USE AND CARE GUIDE THERMADOR PROFESSIONALTM PRO HARMONY® DUAL FUEL RANGES Models: PRD304GHU PRD364GDHU PRD366GHU PRD486GDHU PRD364NLHU PRD486NLHU PRD484NCHU
Congratulations on your recent THERMADOR® purchase! Whether you are a dedicated chef or simply a connoisseur of the art of cooking, owning a THERMADOR kitchen is the ultimate expression of personal style, good taste and an appreciation for the complete culinary experience. Our award-winning products have been empowering culinary enthusiasts for more than eleven decades. Before you begin using your new THERMADOR product, please take a moment to review the Use and Care Guide.
Table of Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Control Panel Identification . . . . . . . . . . 10 Range Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Oven Interior Identification . . . . . . . . . . 11 Using the Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Operation of the Burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Cookware Recommendations .
Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY WARNING! If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. — Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. — WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS • • • • • DO NOT try to light any appliance. DO NOT touch any electrical switch. DO NOT use any phone in your building.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! To avoid possible burn or fire hazard, a backguard designed specifically for this range must be installed whenever the range is used. It is the personal responsibility and obligation of you, the user, to have this appliance connected to the electrical power supply by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the National Electrical Code and/or applicable local codes and ordinances.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety Practices to Avoid Personal Injury When properly cared for, your new THERMADOR PROFESSIONALTM 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT use aluminum foil to line any part of the oven or range. Use of a foil liner could result in a shock or fire hazard, or the obstruction of the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Foil is an excellent heat insulator and heat will be trapped beneath it. This will upset the cooking performance and can damage the finish of the oven or the range.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT use pots or pans on the grill plate accessory. DO NOT use the grill plate accessory for cooking excessively fatty meats or products which promote flareups. When cooking fatty or oily foods on burners, the grill, or the griddle, adjacent gas burners can ignite airborne fumes. Use caution to avoid burns. The optional cutting board accessory must be removed before operating the griddle beneath it or burners adjacent to it.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Use CAUTION when opening the oven door during or immediately after operation. Stand to the side of the oven when opening an oven door to allow hot air or steam to escape. Keep face well away from the open door to avoid injury. Service should only be done by authorized technicians. Technicians must disconnect the power supply before servicing this unit.
Before You Begin Before using your range for the first time, check that you have these items: 30" 4 BURNER 36" with GRIDDLE 36" with GRILL 36" 6 BURNER 48" with GRIDDLE 48" with GRILL 48" with GRIDDLE & GRILL Full Access® Oven Racks, Main Oven 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 Full Access Oven Racks, Secondary Oven — — — — 2 2 2 Flat Rack, Main Oven 2 — — — — — — Two-Piece Broil Pan* 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 STAR® Burner Caps 4 4 4 6 6 6 4 Burner Grates 2 2 2 3 3 3 2 Center Grate 1
3. Optional Accessories. Grill Plate (PA12GRILLN), Griddle Plate (PAGRIDDLEN), Blue Knob Kit (PAKNOBLU), 12” Cutting Board (PA12CHPBLK), Griddle Cover (PA12CVRJ), Wok Support Ring (PWOKRINGHC) and other accessories are available from your THERMADOR dealer. 4. Position the racks correctly in the oven. The correct rack position depends on the recipe and the cooking mode. The rack positions are numbered from the bottom of the oven, like an elevator. Rack position 3 is the most frequently used position.
Placing Flat Racks in the Oven: ALWAYS REMOVE BEFORE SELF CLEAN Figure 4: Flat Oven Rack The rack is designed with a stop so it will stop before coming completely out of the oven and not tilt. 1. Grasp rack firmly on both sides. 2. Insert rack (see picture). 3. Tilt rack up to allow stop into rack guide. 4. Bring rack to a horizontal position and push the rest of the way in. Rack should be straight and flat, not crooked.
Description Model and Parts Identification 00 Control Panel Identification 350 ExtraLow® Knob Standard Knob Griddle Knob 36” Mode Knob 30” & 48” Mode Knob Oven Light Switch Grill Knob Oven Temp Selector Table 2: Knob Identification Range Identification Model shown is 48" with Griddle and Grill Options (models will vary) 4 1 3 2 2 5 7 6 1. Flush Island Trim (included), High Shelf or Low Back (ordered separately) 2. Burner Grates & Burners 3. Electric Grill (option) 4.
Oven Interior Identification Electric Main Oven Interior 11 10 12 13 16 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Oven Interior Light Broil Element Oven Thermostat Rack Guides Oven Racks (3 included, 1 shown) Bake Element (hidden) Convection Fan Cover 14 15 Figure 7: Main Oven Interior Identification Electric Secondary Oven Interior (48” models only) 18 17 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22.
Using The Cooktop Sealed STAR® Burners Control Knobs The control knobs for two sealed gas burners, one in front and one in the rear, are located directly in front of and below the pair of burners on the control panel. The symbol above each control knob identifies either the burner position on the cooktop or the griddle control, depending upon your model.
ExtraLow® Burners • The controls for the two left burners, front and rear, have flame settings even lower than the standard SIM settings. • • F XLO ExtraLow Range OF • F • XLO OF • • Figure 12: ExtraLow Burner Control Knob The drawing shows that the control knob has an additional range between the SIM and XLO settings. When the knob is set within this range, the flame cycles off and on.
Automatic Re-Ignition Checking Burner Cap Placement If any one or more burners blow out, the electronic igniter automatically activates to re-light the flame. Do not touch the burners when the igniters are active. • CAUTION! DO NOT touch the STAR® burners when the igniters are sparking. IMPORTANT: • For proper combustion do not use the cooktop without the burner grates in place. • There is a slight sound associated with gas combustion and ignition. This is a normal condition.
Power Failure Flame Height • • • • • • • • In the event of a power failure, only the standard burners can be manually lit. It is necessary to light each one individually. If the cooktop is being used when the power failure occurs, turn all knobs to the OFF position. The standard burners can be lit by holding a match at the ports and turning the control knob to the HI position. Wait until the flame is burning all around the burner cap before adjusting the flame to the desired height.
Cookware Recommendations • WARNING! To avoid risk of serious injury, damage to appliance or cookware, please observe the following: • • • • Bakeware, such as large casserole pans, cookie sheets, etc. should never be used on the cooktop. Placement of large stock pots should be staggered when used on the cooktop. • • Do not let plastic, paper or cloth come in contact with a hot burner grate. They may melt or catch fire. Never let a pan boil dry. This can damage your pan and the cooking surface.
Specialty Cookware Canning Tips: • • • • • Figure 21: Flat-Bottom Wok Pan A flat base pan is preferred to one with a concave, convex or rippled base. When using two canners at the same time, use staggered burners. Do not block air to the burners. A flame needs the right amount of air for complete combustion. Use a cover on a canner when bringing the contents to a boil. Once the contents have reached a boil on HI, use the lowest flame possible to maintain the boil or pressure.
Surface Burner Cooking Recommendations FOOD START SETTING FINISH SETTING STANDARD BURNERS FINISH SETTING XLO BURNERS BEVERAGES Cocoa MED – heat milk, cover SIM – finish heating XLO – keep warm, cover* BREADS French Toast, Pancakes, Grilled Sandwiches MED – preheat skillet SIM to MED – cook Same as for Standard Burners BUTTER Melting SIM – to start melting CEREALS Cornmeal, Grits, Oatmeal HI – cover, bring water to a boil, add cereal CHOCOLATE Melting XLO – may be stirred to hasten melting
FOOD START SETTING FINISH SETTING STANDARD BURNERS FINISH SETTING XLO BURNERS Poaching: Chicken, whole or pieces, Fish MED HI – Cover, bring liquids to a boil To finish cooking Simmering: Stewed Chicken, Corned Beef, Tongue, etc.
Using the Electric Griddle (available on some models) Description | | The built-in griddle is made of restaurant-quality aluminum with a non-stick coating (PTFE/PFOA free). This produces a surface with even heat that is easy to clean. | A maple cutting board (PA12CHPBLK), stainless steel cover (PA12CVRJ), and non-stick grill plate (PA12GRILLN) are available as accessories and may be purchased separately.
Griddle Cooking Recommendations FOOD Griddle Grease Tray SETTING Eggs 325°F – 350°F (160°C – 180°C) Bacon, Breakfast Sausage 450°F – 475°F (230°C – 245°C) Toasted Sandwiches 375°F – 400°F (190°C – 200°C) Boneless Chicken Breasts 425°F – 450°F (220°C – 230°C) Boneless Pork Chops, 1" (25.4 mm) thick 425°F – 450°F (220°C – 230°C) Steaks, 1" (25.
Using the Electric Grill (available on some models) Description The built-in grill is made of restaurant-quality cast iron grates. This produces a surface with even heat that is easy to clean. A non-stick, non-PTFE cast iron griddle plate (PAGRIDDLEN) is available as an accessory and may be purchased separately. See the instructions that come with the griddle plate accessory for more details. Assembling the Grill 1.
IMPORTANT: • If flames appear while grilling, turn off heat and remove the food. Use caution to avoid any potential injury while removing food. • Often, such flames will extinguish themselves within a few minutes once grease drippings have burned up. Do not leave the grill unattended until all flames are extinguished. If desired, flames can be extinguished by generously shaking baking soda or salt over them to smother fire.
Grill Cooking Recommendations IMPORTANT: • GRILL SHOULD NOT BE OPERATED WITHOUT PROPER VENTILATION. • Foods with excessive fat or grease should not be prepared on an indoor grill. Grilling foods with high fat content (certain types of ground beef, sausage, etc) increases the chances of smoke and flames.
Using the Oven Oven Functions Tips for Bake Most cooking times in recipes are designed for a preheated oven and require that the oven already be at a certain temperature before cooking starts. Refer to your recipe for preheating recommendations. 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. • Use the interior oven light. • Use the rack position recommended by the recipe.
Two Rack Baking • Casserole dishes may be baked using rack levels #2 and #4. Three Rack Baking • If three-rack baking is desired, the Convection Bake mode should be used. Your favorite pans and cookware can be used for convection cooking provided they have low sides to allow the heated air to circulate around the food. Any food cooked uncovered will brown evenly and form a nice crust. Foods in covered dishes (casseroles, pot roast) or delicate custards do not benefit from convection cooking.
Condensation It is normal for a certain amount of moisture to evaporate from the food during any cooking process. The amount depends on the moisture content of the food. The moisture will condense on any surface cooler than the inside of the oven, such as the control panel. CAUTION! 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.
Dehydrating Foods with Convection Bake Use the Convection Bake to dry and preserve fruits and vegetables. Tips: • Drying times vary depending on the moisture and sugar content of the food, the size of the pieces, the amount being dried and the humidity in the air. • Dry most fruits and vegetables at 150°F (66°C). • Check food at the minimum drying time. • It is best to use drying racks (not included) so that air can flow around the food. Do not place food directly on a baking sheet or pan.
Setting Bake, Convection Bake, or Extended Bake OVEN ON PREHEATING CLEANING RIGHT OVEN OFF CLE A N BAKE BROIL CONV BAKE CONV BROIL EXTENDED BAKE SPEED CLEAN 0 200 150 IL 500 BRO 45 0 25 OFF LIGHT 350 3 00 400 Figure 29: Oven Controls for 48” Range Main Oven To Set Bake or Convection Bake Extended Bake 1. Select BAKE mode or CONV BAKE mode using the Mode Selector Knob. 2. Set oven temperature using the Temperature Selector Knob. – The OVEN ON and PREHEATING lights turn on.
Automatic operation of the cooling blowers: The cooling blowers activate after the oven reaches 300°F (149°C). When the oven is turned off, the blowers remain on until the oven temperature cools below 250°F (121°C). NOTE: It is normal for the cooling process to push heated air out into the room when the oven is on. DO NOT continue to use the ovens if the cooling blower fails to activate while baking. Call a qualified service agency to repair the range.
PROOF (secondary oven, only on 48" models) The proof feature maintains the warm, non-drafty environment needed for proofing yeast leavened products. It is best to start with a cool oven when using the proofing function. To Set the Secondary Oven for Proofing 1. Allow dough to thaw if frozen. 2. Place dough in dish and loosely cover. 3. Use any rack level that accommodates the size of the bowl or pan. Close the door. 4. Select PROOF using Selector Knob. DO NOT turn on Oven Temperature Control Knob.
Baking Recommendations FOOD PANSIZE CONTROL SETTING TOTAL SUGGESTED COOKING TIME Cookies 12" x 15" Cookie Sheet 375°F (190°C) 8 – 12 minutes Layer Cakes 8" or 9" Round 350°F (180°C) 25 – 35 minutes Sheet Cakes 9" x 13" Pan 350°F (180°C) 30 – 40 minutes Bundt™ Cakes 12 Cup 325°F (165°C) 60 – 75 minutes Brownies or Bar Cookies 9" x 9" Pan 325°F (165°C) 20 – 25 minutes Biscuits 12" x 15" Cookie Sheet 425°F (220°C) or Package Directions 10 – 15 minutes Quick Bread 8" x 4" Loaf Pan
NOTE: It is not possible to use the BAKE mode and BROIL mode simultaneously. When one mode is on, the other mode cannot be turned on. • • Setting Broil or Convection Broil Only the upper element heats in the BROIL mode. Successful broiling requires constant exposure to high, intense heat. 1. 2. 3. 4. • The door should be closed throughout the broil cycle. Your THERMADOR PROFESSIONAL range comes with a large two-piece broiler pan.
Care and Maintenance Self-Cleaning the Oven WARNING! • • • • Children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where appliances are in use. During the Self-Clean cycle, exterior surfaces may become hotter than usual. Parts of the appliance may become potentially harmful to children, and to persons who lack adult knowledge of appliances and lack adult reactions to potentially harmful conditions. Keep these individuals away during self-clean and while the appliance is in use.
To Set Self-Clean • 1. Select SPEED CLEAN using the Mode Selector Knob. 2. Set Temperature Selector Knob to CLEAN. – Oven door locks and the cooling blower turns on. – OVEN ON, PREHEATING and CLEANING lights turn on. • OVEN ON – PREHEATING CLEANING Remove the oven racks. See Racks, on Range Cleaning Recommendations. The heating elements in the oven do not require cleaning; the elements burn themselves clean when the oven is in use. Both elements are permanently connected.
Cleaning Recommendations PART/MATERIAL Brass Burner Base and Cast Iron Cap CLEANING NOTES • • • • Igniters Ceramic • • A stiff nylon bristle tooth brush can be used to clean port openings. After cleaning, make sure that the STAR® burner cap is correctly seated on the STAR burner base. DO NOT scratch or gouge the port openings of burner cap.
PART/MATERIAL Grates Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron CLEANING NOTES • • • • • • • • Griddle Aluminum with non-stick coating • • • • • Griddle Grease Tray • • • The grates are heavy; use care when lifting. Place on a protected surface. DO NOT clean grates in a self-cleaning oven. The rough texture of the grate can sometimes remove aluminum deposits from the bottom of pans and fill in areas between the high spots on the surface of the grate.
PART/MATERIAL Grill Grates Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron CLEANING NOTES • • • • • Ceramic Briquettes, Briquette Basket, and Grill Drip Tray English 38 • Clean the grates after each use. Place the grill grate into a sink and pour boiling hot water over the grate. Lay a dish towel on top of the grate and pour more hot water over the towel. Allow the water to soak into the residue. Scrape away debris with a soap-filled scouring pad. Stubborn soil: Soft Scrub®.
PART/MATERIAL Surface Spill Trays Porcelain Enamel (gloss finish) CLEANING NOTES • • • Oven Cavity Porcelain Enamel on Steel If mild abrasive cleaners are used, rub lightly as these cleansers may scratch the finish. For burned on foods, soap filled fiber or steel wool pads may be used but care must be taken as these may scratch the finish.
PART/MATERIAL Oven Racks and Rack Guides Nickel Plated CLEANING NOTES • • • • • English 40 Some commercial oven cleaners cause darkening and discoloration. Test the cleaner on a small part of the rack and check for discoloration before cleaning the entire rack. If the racks do not slide easily after being cleaned, dampen a paper towel with a small amount of cooking oil and rub it lightly over the side rails. Oven racks will discolor if left in oven during self clean.
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Oven Light Bulb Replacement 1. Turn off circuit breaker. 2. Remove oven racks. 3. Slide the tip of a flat blade screw driver between the fixing clip and the lamp housing (Figure 32, A). CAUTION! • • • • • Make sure the appliance and lights are cool and power to the appliance has been turned off before replacing the light bulb(s). Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burns. The covers must be in place when using the appliance.
Before Calling for Service Before calling for service, check the following to avoid unnecessary service charges (see “Troubleshooting” on page 43.
Troubleshooting SYMPTOM Intermittent igniter sparking POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Ceramic igniter is wet or dirty. • Carefully dry or clean igniter. • Burner ports are clogged. • Clean ports on burner cap with a wire, a needle or straightened paper clip. More than four clicks of igniter before lighting • Improper fit of burner cap onto burner • base. Align burner cap properly on burner base. Constant igniter sparking • • Range is not properly grounded.
Statement of Limited Product Warranty What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to Repair/Replace as Your Exclusive Remedy The limited warranty provided by BSH Home Appliances Corporation (BSH) in this Statement of Limited Product Warranty applies only to the THERMADOR® appliance sold to you, the first using purchaser, provided that the Product was purchased: During this warranty period, BSH or one of its authorized service providers will repair your Product without charge to you (subject to certain lim
Warranty Exclusions The warranty coverage described herein excludes all defects or damage that are not the direct fault of BSH, including without limitation, one or more of the following: • • • • • • Use of the Product in anything other than its normal, customary and intended manner (including without limitation, any form of commercial use, use or storage of an indoor product outdoors, use of the Product in conjunction with air or water-going vessels).
THERMADOR® Support Service Parts & Accessories We realize that you have made a considerable investment in your kitchen. We are dedicated to supporting you and your appliance so that you have many years of creative cooking. Parts, filters, descalers, stainless steel cleaners and more can be purchased in the THERMADOR eShop or by phone. Please don't hesitate to contact our STARTM Customer Support Department if you have any questions or in the unlikely event that your THERMADOR appliance needs service.
