Care and Use Manual
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Thermador Professional® Range
FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
All-Gas Models PRG304
PRG364GL, PRG364GL, PRG366
PRG486GD, PRG486GL, PRG484GG
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Table of Contents
If you Smell Gas .................. Inside front cover
Introduction .................................................... 1
Gas Type Verification..................................... 1
Introduction .................................................... 2
INTRODUCTION
The Thermador Professional® Ranges are free standing
units available in a number of configurations. Model
PRG304 is equipped with four sealed gas surface
burners, a large capacity gas oven with convection
system and gas infra-red broiler. Models PRG364GD,
PRG364GL, and PRG366 feature a gas cooking surface
with four sealed burners and a griddle, four sealed
burners and a grill or six sealed burners, in addition to
a large capacity gas oven with a convection system and
a gas infra-red broiler. Models PRG484GG,
PRG486GD, and PRG486GL feature a gas cooking
surface with four sealed burners, griddle and grill; six
sealed burners and a griddle; or six sealed burners and
a grill. PRG48 Ranges provide a large gas oven (the
sameasusedinthePRG36Ranges)andasecondarygas
oven with broil capability.
SECTION ONE: General Safety Instructions
Safety ..............................................................................3
Precautions....................................................................4
SECTION TWO: Before You Begin
Before Using Your Range for the First Time........7
SECTION THREE: Description
Model & Parts Identification – PRG484GG ..........8
Model & Parts Identification – PRG486GD ..........9
Model & Parts Identification – PRG304 .............. 10
SECTION FOUR: Using the Cooktop
Using the Cooktop........................................................
Proper Cookware .................................................... 13
Flame Setting Guidelines......................................... 15
Suggested Flame Settings ........................................ 16
Using the Grill ........................................................... 18
Grill Cooking Chart ................................................. 21
Using the Griddle ..................................................... 23
Griddle Cooking Chart ........................................... 23
GAS TYPE VERIFICATION
Verify the type of gas supplied to the location. Ensure
that the appliance is connected to the type of gas for
which it is certified. All models are certified for use
with natural gas. Field conversion of the appliance for
usewithpropanegasrequiresConversionKit, P/N35-
00-549.
SECTION FIVE: Using the Oven
Bake ............................................................................. 24
Convection•Bake ...................................................... 25
Other Uses of Bake ................................................. 26
Setting Broil ............................................................... 27
SECTION SIX: Care and Maintenance
Burner Grates and Sealed Burners ...................... 29
Griddle and Grill....................................................... 30
Range Cleaning Chart.............................................. 31
SECTION SEVEN: Before Calling For Service
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance................................... 35
Before Calling For Service...................................... 36
Data Rating Plate ...................................................... 36
Warranty ........................................ Inside back cover
IMPORTANT
All ranges must be installed with a backguard.
Model PRG304 is shipped from the factory with a
standard9"backguard.Forallothermodelsoneof
three available backguards must be ordered sepa-
rately and installed at the back of the range. The
three backguard choices include a Low Back, High
Back Shelf, or Island Trim. Before using the range,
insure that it is equipped with a proper backguard.
Refer to the Installation Instructions accompany-
ing this appliance for more information.
CAUTION:
When connecting the unit to propane gas, make
certain the propane gas tank is equipped with its
own high-pressure regulator in addition to the
pressure regulator supplied with the range. The
maximum gas pressure to this appliance
must not exceed 14.0 inches water column
from the propane gas tank to the pressure
regulator.
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Introduction
This manual contains important Care and Use information for All-Gas Thermador Professional® Ranges.
Whenusingthismanual, itiscriticalthatyouknowthemodelnumberofyourrange, assomeinformation
will be unique to each All-Gas Range. The model number may be found on the rating plate located on
therangeasidentifiedonpage36ofthismanual. Thechartsonthefollowingpagessummarizethevarious
range models and identify the features of each All-Gas Range.
PRG All-Gas Ranges, Featuring a Gas Cooking Surface with
Gas Ovens, with Gas Convection, and Gas Infra-Red Broiler
All-Gas PRG304
All-Gas, 30" wide Range with Four Cooktop Burners
All-Gas, 36" wide Range with Four Cooktop Burners and Griddle
All-Gas, 36" wide Range with Four Cooktop Burners and Grill
All-Gas, 36" wide Range with Six Cooktop Burners
All-Gas PRG364GD
All-Gas PRG364GL
All-Gas PRG366
All-Gas PRG484GG
All-Gas, 48” wide Range with Four Cooktop Burners, Griddle
Grill and 2 ovens (1 large main and 1 small secondary)
All-Gas PRG486GD
All-Gas, 48” wide Range with Six Cooktop Burners,
Griddle and 2 ovens (1 large main and 1 small secondary)
All-Gas PRG486GL
All-Gas, 48” wide Range with Six Cooktop Burners Grill and
2 ovens (1 large main and 1 small secondary)
Check your local building codes
for the proper method of instal-
lation. In the absence of local
codes, this unit should be in-
stalled in accordance with the
National Fuel Gas Code No.
Z223.1 Current Issue and the
National Electrical Code ANSI/
NFPA No. 70 Current Issue or
the Can - B149 Installation
Codes for Gas Burning Appli-
ances and C22.1 Canadian Elec-
trical Code Part 1.
TESTED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH ANSI Z21.1 CURRENT
ISSUE, STANDARD FOR
HOUSEHOLD COOKING
GAS APPLIANCES AND UL
STANDARD 858 CURRENT
ISSUE, HOUSEHOLD ELEC-
TRIC RANGES. IN CANADA
TESTED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH CAN/CGA 1.1 DOMES-
TIC GAS RANGES, CUR-
RENT ISSUE.
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
SECTION ONE: General Safety Instructions
SAFETY
Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions
See Installation Instructions for electrical requirements
and grounding instructions.
PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY
CAUTION -ALL MODELS
All-Gas Models:
DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR
REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND OR NEUTRAL)
PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD PLUG (ALL-GAS
PRG RANGES).
PRG304, PRG364GD, PRG364GL,
PRG366, PRG484GG, PRG486GD,
PRG486GL
120 volts, 60 Hz., 20 Amp electrical
circuit required.
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
ordinances by a qualified electrician.
FOR PERSONAL SAFE-
TY, THIS APPLIANCE
MUST BE CONNECTED
TO
A
PROPERLY
GROUNDED AND PO-
LARIZED ELECTRICAL
POWER SUPPLY.
CAUTION - ALL MODELS
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE
ELECTRICAL PLUG FROM THE
WALL RECEPTACLE BEFORE
SERVICING THIS UNIT.
In Case of an Electrical Failure
If for any reason a gas control knob is turned ON and there is no
electric power to operate the electronic igniters on the cooktop
burners, turn OFF the gas control knob and wait 5 minutes
for the gas to dissipate before lighting the cooktop burner manually.
It is recommended that a dedicated
circuit servicing this appliance be
provided.
To light the cooktop burners manually, carefully hold a lighted match
to the burner ports and turn the gas control knob to HI. During a
power failure you can use the cooktop burners, but each must be lit
with a match.
DO NOT attempt to light the two left burners manually.
TheseburnersareequippedwiththeExtraLow® featureand
cannot be lit manually.
NOTE: For PRG All-Gas Ranges, the gas oven and broiler burners
cannot be lighted manually during a power failure.
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section One: General Safety Instructions
Safety Practices to Avoid Personal Injury
time to dissipate. Wait at least 5
minutes before using the range.
closetoanyelement, burneror
burner grate until it has cooled.
Fabric may ignite and result in per-
sonal injury.
PRECAUTIONS
When properly cared for, your
new Thermador Professional® Do not repair or replace any
Range has been designed to be a part of the appliance unless spe-
safe, reliable appliance. However, cifically recommended in this
use extreme care when using this manual. All other servicing should
restaurant caliber range as this type be referred to a qualified techni-
of appliance provides intense heat cian.
Use only dry potholders: moist
ordamppotholdersonhotsurfaces
may cause burns from steam. Do
not use a towel or other bulky cloth
in place of potholders. Do not let
potholders touch hot burners, or
burner grates.
and can increase the accident po-
tential. When using kitchen appli- Children should not be left
ances, basic safety precautions alone or unattended in an area
must be followed, including the fol- where appliances are in use.
lowing:
They should never be allowed to sit
or stand on any part of the appli-
For personal safety, wear
proper apparel. Loose fitting gar-
ments or hanging sleeves should
neverbewornwhileusingthisappli-
ance. Some synthetic fabrics are
highly flammable and should not be
worn while cooking.
ReadthisCareandUseManual ance.
carefully before using your new
range to reduce the risk of fire, CAUTION: Do not store
electricshock, orinjurytopersons. items of interest to children
above the range or at the back
Insure proper installation and of it. If children should climb onto
servicing. Follow the installation the appliance to reach these items,
instructions provided with this they could be seriously injured.
product. Have the range installed
Do not use aluminum foil to
line any part of the oven or
cooktop. Use of a foil liner could
result in a shock or fire hazard, or
the obstruction of the flow of com-
bustion and ventilation air. Foil is an
excellent heat insulator and heat
will be trapped beneath it. This will
and grounded by a qualified techni- Never use any part of the
cian.
cooktop or oven for storage.
Flammable materials can
Have the installer show you catch fire and plastic items
where the gas supply shut-off may melt or ignite.
valve is located so that you know
upset the cooking performance and
can damage the finish of the oven or
the cooktop.
how and where to turn off the gas Do not hang articles from any
to the range.
part of the appliance or place
anything against the oven.
Ifyousmellgas, yourinstallerhas Some fabrics are quite flammable
not done a proper job of checking and may catch on fire.
for leaks. If the connections are not
perfectly tight, you can have a small If the range is near a window, be
leak and therefore a faint gas smell. certain the curtains do not
Finding a gas leak is not a “do-it- blow over or near the cooktop
yourself” procedure. Some leaks burners; they could catch on fire.
can only be found with the burner
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF TIPPING OF THE
APPLIANCE, IT MUST
BE SECURED BY A
control in the ON position and this DO NOT USE WATER ON
must be done by a qualified service GREASE FIRES. Turn appliance
technician. See Inside Front Cover off and smother fire with baking
PROPERLY
STALLEDANTI-TIPDE-
VERIFY THAT THE
IN-
VICE.
regarding gas leaks.
soda or use a dry chemical or foam-
type extinguisher.
ANTI-TIP DEVICE IS ENGAGED
PER INSTALLATION INSTRUC-
TIONS.(NOTE:ANTI-TIPDEVICE
IS REQUIRED ON ALL 30” AND
36” RANGES.)
In the event a burner goes out
and gas escapes, open a window Neverletclothing, potholders,
or a door. Do not attempt to use or other flammable materials
the cooktop until the gas has had come in contact with or too
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section One: General Safety Instructions
Safety Practices to Avoid Personal Injury
PRECAUTIONS
Warning: The appliance is for Always use utensils that have Be sure all cooktop controls
cooking. Based on safety consider- flat bottoms, large enough to are turned off and the cooktop is
ations, never use the oven or cover the burner. The use of un- cool before using any type of aero-
cooktop to warm or heat a room. dersized utensils could expose a sol cleaner on or around the
Also, such use can damage the portion of the flame and may result cooktop. The chemical that pro-
cooktop or oven parts.
in ignition of clothing.
duces the spraying action could, in
the presence of heat, ignite or
cause metal parts to corrode.
To minimize burns, ignition of flam-
mable materials and unintentional
spillovers, position handles of
utensils inward so they do not
extend over adjacent work areas,
cooking areas, or the edge of the
cooktop.
When using the cooktop: DO
NOT TOUCH THE BURNER
GRATES OR THE IMMEDI-
ATE SURROUNDING AREA.
Areas adjacent to the burners may
become hot enough to cause burns.
When using the oven: DO NOT
TOUCH THE INTERIOR
SURFACES OF THE OVEN
OR THE EXTERIOR AREA
IMMEDIATELYSURROUND-
ING THE DOOR. Interior oven
surfaces become hot enough to
cause burns. The heat deflector,
which deflects heat away from the
cooktop and the trim on the top
and sides of the oven door, will also
be hot when the oven is in use.
Never leave the cooktop unat-
tended when using high flame
settings. Boil overs cause smoking
and greasy spillovers that may ig-
nite. More importantly, if the
burner flames are smothered, un-
burned gas will escape into the
room. See Inside Front Cover re-
garding gas leaks.
Hold the handle of the pan to
prevent movement of the utensil
when stirring or turning food.
DO NOT use pots or pans on
the grill section.
Do not use the grill for cooking
excessively fatty meats or prod-
ucts which promote flare-ups.
Place oven racks in desired po-
sitionwhileoveniscool. Ifarack
must be moved while the oven is
hot, do not let the potholders con-
tact the hot infrared burner.
Only certain types of glass,
heat-proof glass-ceramic, ce-
ramic, earthenware, or other
glazed utensils are suitable for
cooktop use. This type of utensil
may break with sudden tempera-
ture changes. Use only on low or
medium heat settings according to
the utensil manufacturer’s direc-
tions.
The optional cutting board ac-
cessory must be removed be-
fore operating the grill burner
beneath or burners adjacent to
it.
Use care when opening the
oven door; let hot air or steam
escape before removing or replac-
ing foods.
GREASE IS FLAMMABLE. Let
hot grease cool before attempting
to handle it. Avoid letting grease
deposits collect. Clean after each
use.
Do not rub, damage, move or
remove the door gasket. It is
essential for a good seal during
baking.
Do not heat unopened food
containers; a buildup of pressure
may cause the container to burst.
For proper lighting and perfor-
mance of the burners, keep the
igniterportsclean. Itisnecessary
Be careful not to damage the
screen covering the infra-red
broiler of the gas oven. If the
screenisdamaged, aircanenterthe
distribution box behind the screen,
possibly resulting in an explosion.
During cooking, set the burner to clean these when there is a boil
control so that the flame heats over or when the burner does not
only the bottom of the pan and light even though the electronic ig-
does not extend beyond the niters click. See page 12.
bottom of the pan.
Clean the cooktop with cau-
tion. Avoid steam burns; do not
use a wet sponge or cloth to clean
the cooktop while it is hot. Some
cleaners produce noxious fumes if
applied to a hot surface. Follow
directions provided by the cleaner
manufacturer.
Use caution to insure that
drafts like those from forced
air vents or fans do not blow
flammable material toward
the flames or push the flames
so that they extend beyond the
edges of the pot.
In the event that personal
clothing catches fire, DROP
AND ROLL IMMEDIATELY
to extinguish flames.
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section One: General Safety Instructions
PRECAUTIONS
DONOTobstructtheflowofcom- Clean the ventilator hood and fil-
California Proposition 65
bustion or ventilation air.
ters above the range frequently so
grease from cooking vapors does
WARNING:
The burning of gas cooking fuel gen-
erate some by-products which are
on the list of substances which are
known by the State of California to
cause cancer or reproductive harm.
California law requires businesses
to warn customers of potential ex-
posure to such substances. To mini-
mize exposure to these substances,
alwaysoperatethisunitaccordingto
the instructions contained in this
booklet and provide good ventila-
tion to the room when cooking with
gas.
For safety reasons and to avoid not accumulate on them.
equipmentdamage, neversit, stand,
or lean on the oven door.
Turn the ventilator OFF in case of
fire or when intentionally “flaming”
Service should only be done by liquor or other spirits on the
authorized Technicans. Techni- cooktop. The blower, if in opera-
cians must disconnect the power tion, could unsafely spread the
supply before servicing this unit.
flames.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR RANGE FOR THE FIRST TIME,
CHECK THAT YOU HAVE THESE ITEMS:
DESCRIPTION
PRG
304
GD
PRSG PRG
364
GL
PRG
366
GD
PRG PRG PRG
364
486
GL
486
GG
484
Oven Racks Large Oven
Oven Racks 12" Oven
Two-Piece Broil Pan
Burner Caps
2**
2**
2**
2**
2**
2
2** 2**
2
2
1
4
4
5
1
4
4
6
1
4
4
6
1
1
1
6
6
7
2‡
6
2‡
6
2‡
4
Burner Grates
6
6
4
Control Knobs
9
9
8
Cast Iron Grill Grate
Stainless Steel Radiant
Steel Griddle
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Product Registration Card
Backguard
1
1
1
*
1
*
1
*
1
*
1
*
1
*
Installation Instructions
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
*Backguard must be ordered and shipped separately. It is not included with the range shipment. **One rack
is a special Broil Rack. ‡The aluminum broil pan is for the Secondary Oven; the porcelain & chrome broil
pan is for the Main Oven.
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Two: Before You Begin
Before UsingYour Range for the FirstTime
1. Check that you have the items listed on Page 6.
Remove all packaging
materials and tempo-
rary labels from oven
and cooktop.
2. RecordtheModelandSerialnumberasdescribedonPage36
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 indicated address to receive your free Thermador Profes-
sional® Cookbook.
RACK POSITIONS
Large All-Gas Main Oven
(PRG304, PRG36 and
PRG48 Models)
3. Optional Accessories. Grill Cover, Chopping Board, Griddle, and
otheraccessoriesareavailablefromyourThermadorDealer.Contact
the Thermador Parts Department toll-free at 800/735-4327 for more
information.
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 2 is the most frequently used position.
Place rack(s) in the proper position before turning on the oven. For all
models insert and remove racks as follows:
All-Gas Secondary Oven
(PRG48 Models only)
Insert the racks as follows:
a. Holdtherackwiththebackrailintheuppositiontowardstherear
of the oven. Slip it into the oven so the rack slides are between the
rack and the rack guides.
b. Tip the front of the rack up slightly as it slides into the oven so that
the safety stops clear the rack slides. The safety stops on the back
oftherackwillkeepitfromslidingoutoftheovenwhenitispulled
forward.
3
2
1
Remove or reposition the racks as follows:
a. Pull the rack forward,
b. Liftthefrontoftherackupsothesafetystopscleartherackslides.
c. Pull the rack forward to remove.
Caution
Aluminum foil should never be used to cover the oven racks
or to line the oven. It may cause damage to the oven if it
touches the infrared broiler or when heat is trapped be-
neath it.
Before baking or broiling for the first time, the oven and broiler should be
turned on separately to burn off the manufacturing oils. Turn the oven on
to 450˚F. for 20 to 30 minutes; then turn the broiler to "Broil" for same
length of time. You may wish to turn on the ventilator above your range
during this time.
Please read Page 34 in Section 6: Care and Maintenance before cleaning
the oven racks.
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Section Three: Description
Model and Parts Identification
All-Gas Model PRG484GG — Shown
Model PRG486GD - Grill, Item 3, replaced by Griddle, Item 4; Griddle, Item 4, replaced by Burner Grates and
Burners, Item 2. Grill Thermostat Control Knob, Item 8, replaced by Griddle Control Knob, Item 9; Griddle
Thermostat Control Knob, Item 9, replaced by Standard Burner Control Knobs, Item 7.
Model PRG486GL - Griddle, Item 4, replaced by Burner Grates and Burners, Item 2. Griddle Thermostat
Control Knob, Item 9, replaced by Standard Burner Control Knobs, Item 7.
1
2
2
5
3
4
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6
8
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9
10
11
12 13
16
15
14
17
Key for PRG48 and PRG36 Models
Secondary Oven
9. Light Switch, Secondary Oven
10. Oven Controls and Heating
Light, Secondary Oven
11. Light Switch, Large Main
Oven
1. 22-inch High Shelf Backguard,
12-inch Low Back, or Island Trim
(Backguard ordered separately)
2. Burner Grates & Burners
(15,000 BTU Each)
19
18
20
21
12. ConvectionSwitch, Large Main
Oven
3. Grill (18,000 BTU)
21
22
4. Griddle (15,000 BTU)
5. Control Knobs, ExtraLow®
Burners
6. Control Knobs, Standard Burn-
ers
7. Control Knob, Grill
8. Control Knob, Griddle Thermo-
stat
13. Oven Control and Heating
Light, Large Main Oven
14. Secondary Oven door (for in-
side, see additional picture at
the left)
14
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Section Three: Description
Model and Parts Identification
All-Gas Model PRG364GD — Shown
Model PRG364GL - Griddle, Item 3, replaced by Grill, Item 4, and Griddle Thermostat Control Knob, Item
9, replaced by Grill Control Knob, Item 8.
Model PRG366 - Griddle, Item 3, replaced by Burner Grates and Burners, Item 2, and Griddle Thermostat
Control Knob, Item 9, replaced by Standard Burner Control Knobs, Item 7.
1
2
3
2
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13
5
6
11
12
8
16
15
17
Key for PRG48 and PRG36 Models (continued)
15. Large Oven Door
16. Viewing Window, Large Oven
17. Kick Panel (Product Rating Label
Located Behind Kick Panel)
18. Broil Burner, Secondary Oven
19. Oven Interior Light: (One in Each
Large Main Oven
24
Oven)
20. Oven Racks: (Two in Each Oven)
21. Rack Guides (Removable in Both
Ovens)
22. Oven Door Gasket
23. Convection Fan
24. Thermostat tube
25. Infra-Red Broiler (Large Oven)
26. Convection Fan Cover
27. Door Vents
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Section Three: Description
Model and Parts Identification
All-Gas Model PRG304 - Shown
1
2
2
6
HEATING
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5
13 12
11
16
15
17
Key for PRG Models
14. Secondary Oven door (for inside, see additional
picture at the left)
15. Large Oven Door
1. 22" High Shelf Backguard,
12" Low Back, or Island Trim
(Each ordered separately)
16. Viewing Window, Large Oven
17. Kick Panel (Product Rating Label Located Behind
Kick Panel)
18. Broil Burner (Secondary Oven)
19. Oven Interior Light: (One in Each Oven)
20. Oven Racks: (Two in Each Oven)
21. Rack Guides (Removable in Both Ovens)
22. Oven Door Gasket
23. Convection Fan
24. Thermostat tube
25. Infra-Red Broiler (Large Main Oven)
26. Convection Fan Cover
27. Door Vents
2. Burner Grates & Burners
3. Grill
4. Griddle
5. Control Knobs, ExtraLow® Burners
6. Control Knobs, Standard Burners
7. Control Knob, Grill
8. Control Knob, Griddle Thermostat
9. Light Switch, Secondary Oven
10. Controls, Secondary Oven
11. Convection Switch, Large Main Oven
12. Light Switch, Large Main Oven
13. Oven Control Knob, Large Main Oven and Heating
Light
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Four: Using the Cooktop
Using the Cooktop
wise to the HI position. The igniters
at all of the sealed surface burners
will click, then the selected burner
will light. After flame ignition, the
ignitors will stop clicking. The knob
can then be rotated to any position
between HI and LO to achieve the
desired flame height. For the stan-
dard burners, the LO setting is
equivalent to 2,200 BTU/HR and HI
is equivalent to 15,000 BTU/HR.
SEALED BURNERS
BURNER BASE
Burner Base (C)
Notch (B)
NOTE: Whenever any con-
trol knob for the sealed sur-
face burner is turned beyond
the OFF position, the surface
burner indicator light located
on the far left of the control
panel will illuminate.
SEALED BURNER
Igniter (D)
The cooktop features four or six
gas surface burners, each rated at
15,000 BTU/HR. The burners are
sealed to the metal top frame to
prevent liquid spills from penetrat-
ing below the top surface, thereby
facilitating cleaning. On all models,
the two far left burners are
equipped with the exclusive
ExtraLow® feature, which cycles
the flame off and on to achieve the
lowest possible simmer rate. Each
burneriscontrolledbyanindividual
control knob connected to a shaft
of a gas valve.
BURNER BASE
NOTE: For safe and proper
burner operation, be sure that
tab (A) on the underside of the
burner cap fits into the corre-
sponding notch (B) on the
burner base.
CONTROL KNOBS
ExtraLow® Burner Control
Knob
ForthetwofarleftExtraLow® burn-
ers, the corresponding control
knobshaveadditionalmarkingsindi-
cating that rotation of the knob be-
low the LO setting is possible.
Within this LO to XLO control
range, the flame is pulsed OFF and
ON for varying lengths of time to
enablesimmering, poaching, melting
chocolateandholdingcookedfoods
at temperature without scorching
or burning. The XLO setting is
equivalent to 375 BTU/HR and is
achieved by cycling the flame ON
for approximately 10 seconds and
OFF for 50 seconds of each minute.
At a position just below the LO
setting, the flame will be ON for
approximately 50 seconds and OFF
for 10 seconds of each minute, re-
sulting in an output of 1,850 BTU/
HR.
BURNER CAPS
Standard Burner Control
Knob
Thecontrolknobsforthesealedgas
burners are positioned directly in
front of and below the correspond-
ing burners. There are indicator
marks located above each knob that
identify whether the knob controls
the front or rear burner. A solid
circle indicates that the knob con-
trols that burner; an open circle
indicates that the knob controls the
opposite burner. To operate a
burner, press the desired control
knob, then rotate it counterclock-
BURNER CAP POSITION
The Burner Cap top is porcelain
enamel and has a tab (A) on the
undersidethatfitsintothenotch(B)
on the burner base (C).
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Using the Cooktop
THINGS TO CONSIDER
WHEN SETTING AND
ADJUSTING CONTROL
KNOBS
until both control knobs are turned
OFF and then turned back on again.
See "What To Do If You Smell Gas,"
inside front cover.
IGNITER
• The type and quantity of the food
NOTE: For PRG All-Gas Ranges,
the gas oven and broiler burners
cannot be lighted manually during a
power failure.
will affect which setting to use.
• The size, type and material of
your pan will affect which setting
to use.
ELECTRONIC IGNITION
The cooktop uses electronic ignit- used during a power failure..
The Griddle in all units can not be
• Temperature control will be
more accurate if a lid is used.
erstolighttheburners. Eachburner
has its own igniter that sparks when
FLAME HEIGHT
The correct height of the flame
• Bring food to a rolling boil; stir
well to be sure all the food is
boiling; cover and reduce the
heat to just below LO.
any burner is turned on. When the
depends on the size and material of
igniters are clicking (sparking), do
the utensil being used, the food
not touch the burners. If a burner
being cooked and how much liquid
failstoignite, see"BeforeCallingfor
Service", page 36.
isintheutensil. Herearesomebasic
rules for selecting the flame height.
• The flame should never extend
beyond the bottom of the pan.
• Utensils which conduct heat
slowly (such as glass-ceramic)
should be used with a low or me-
dium flame unless you are cooking
with a large amount of liquid
• Check periodically to see if the
controlknobshouldbeturnedto
a lower setting.
AUTOMATIC
REIGNITION
• When a large pan is used on a
small burner, it may cause the
simmer action to occur mainly in
the center of the pan. When the
food is stirred, the cooler food
near the edges of the pan may
result in an overall temperature
too cool to simmer. If this hap-
pens, turn the burner up slightly.
If any burner flame blows out, the
electronic igniter automatically
sparks on all burners to relight the
flame. Do not touch any burner
while the igniters are clicking.
BURNER EFFICIENCY and
FLAME CHARACTERISTICS
The burner flame should be blue in
color and stable with no yellow tips,
excessive noise or fluttering. It
should burn completely around the
burner cap.
POWER FAILURE
In the event of a power failure, only
the standard burners can be lighted
manually.Itisnecessarytolighteach
standard burner individually.
• It is normal to stir food occasion-
ally. This is especially important
when simmering for several
hours.Forexample:ahomemade
spaghetti sauce or beans.
Foreign particles in the gas line may
cause an orange flame during initial
use. This should disappear with use.
If the flame does not burn evenly
If the cooktop is being used when
thepowerfailureoccurs,turnallthe
burner control knobs to the OFF
position. Thenthestandardburners
can be lighted by holding a match at
the ports and turning the control
knob to the HI position. Wait until
the flame is burning all the way
around the burner cap before ad-
justing the flame to the desired
height.
• Adjust control knob to lower
settings in small steps.
• If control is set too low to main-
tain simmer, bring the food back
toaboilbeforesettingtoahigher
simmer setting.
• It is normal not to see simmer
bubbles immediately after the
food has been stirred.
• While the flame is ONthere may
be bubbling; there should be at
least steam and a slight quiver of
the liquid's surface.
The two ExtraLow® burners lo-
cated on the far left side cannot be
used during a power failure. Be sure
to turn them OFF if a power failure
occurs, as they will not turn back on
Ports
• Simmer bubbles may not be seen
BURNER CAP
when the flame has cycled OFF.
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Using the Cooktop
all the way around the burner cap,
be sure the cap is positioned cor-
rectly on the burner base.
CAUTION
•
•
Foods packaged in aluminum foil should not be placed
directlyontheburnergrateforcooking:aluminumfoilcanmelt.
If the ports are clogged, use a wire,
a straightened paper clip or a
needle to clear the ports. Do not
use a toothpick; it could break
off inside the port. If the condi-
tion persists, contact a service
agency for adjustment.
Plastic, paper and cloth can melt or burnwhen in contact
with a hot burner grate. Do not let these items come into
contact with the burner grate.
•
•
Do not allow pans to boil dry. This can damage the pan, the
burner grate, the metal top frame and/or the burner cap and
base.
The burner should light in 4
seconds or less. If a burner does
not light, check to see that the cap
is positioned correctly on the
burner base.
Heavy grates retain heat long after flame has been turned
off. Be careful when removing.
IMPORTANT
FOR PROPER COMBUSTION DO NOT USE THE COOK-
TOP WITHOUT THE BURNER GRATES IN PLACE.
RETAINED HEAT
•
•
Due to the heavy mass of this pro-
fessionalrange, heatwillberetained
by the grates, burners, and top
frame.
IT IS NORMAL FOR A SLIGHT “POP” OR “FLASH” TO
OCCUR AT THE BURNER PORTS A FEW SECONDS AFTER
THE BURNER HAS BEEN TURNED OFF. THIS WILL ALSO
OCCUR WHEN THE FLAME IS TURNED OFF AUTOMATI-
CALLY IN THE EXTRALOW® MODE OF OPERATION.
Proper Cookware
Top performance of your new cooktop is directly related to the use of proper pots and pans. An
out-of-shape pan, without a lid, cannot possibly cook with the same speed and evenness as a pan
with a heavy, flat bottom and a good fitting lid.
CONVEX (rounded)
CONCAVE (hollow)
FLAT
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Proper Cookware
PANS
For best results on the cooktop, we
recommend using Professional
Cookware. This type of utensil can
befoundatResturantSupplyStores.
If using regular cookware on this
cooktop, be very careful if the pans
have plastic handles, as the large
professional size burners could
flame up on the outside of the pan
and melt or bubble the handles.
Balanced Pan
Unbalanced Pan
Use balanced pans that sit level on
the burner grate without tilting
from the weight of the handle.
Match Flame Size
to Pan Size
Cookware should have the
following characteristics:
Match the flame to the bottom di-
ameter of the pan. The flame should
be the same size as the pan or
slightly smaller. Small utensils and
high flames result in energy loss and
increase the potential for burns.
L Good heat conductivity
L Bottom
diameter
matching the size of the
burner used
L Good balance (pan bot-
tom remains level on
burner grate)
Use Lids that fit properly
Use lids that fit the cookware
properly to help shorten cooking
time and to allow food to cook in a
minimum amount of liquid on a
lower heat setting.
L Smooth, heavy bottom
that does not warp
when hot; provides even
heat
Use Flat Bottom Pans
L Proper fitting lid (when
needed for specific
cooking methods)
Useflat,heavybottompansthatstay
flat when heated for the best re-
sults. Avoid cookware that is
warped, dented, ridged or thin. A
warped or ridged pan receives the
most heat at the point(s) that con-
tact the flame. This can result in
burning or scorching of the food
being prepared.
Do not use cookware with
these characteristics:
L Thin bottom
Flat Bottom Wok
L Concave bottom when
heated
Useonlyaflatbottomwok.Around
bottomwokcannotbe usedwithor
without its support ring. The wok is
unstable without the ring, and the
ring may restrict air to the burners.
Heatandcoolpansgraduallytohelp
maintain a flat bottom on your
cookware. Do not place pans under
cold water while still hot, unless
recommended by the manufac-
turer, as they may warp
L Convex bottom when
heated
L Poor balance (rocks
back from weight of
handle)
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Proper Cookware
Use canners and stock pots L Allow at least 3/8 inch of air L Use care to prevent burns from
that have a flat bottom and ex-
tend no more than 2 inches
beyond the burner grate.
spacebetweenthecannerover-
hang and the cooktop surface.
the large amount of steam gen-
erated by the canning process.
Look for canners fitting this
description:
L Usethelowestheatsettingpos-
sible to maintain a boil or pres-
sure.
Canning Tips:
L An oversize canning pot can be
used with success following
these suggestions.
L Water Bath Canner: Standard
21 to 22-quart canners with an
11 to 12-inch diameter and a 9
to 11-inch depth.
L Be sure to cover all containers.
L Use a canner with a dark or dull
finish to reduce heat reflecting
back to the cooktop surface.
L Follow the canning instructions
giveninastandardcookbookor
manufacturer’s instructions
provided with the canning jars
L Pressure Canner: Canners vary
in size from 8 to 22 quarts with
8 to 11-inch bottom diameters
and a 6-1/2 to 12-inch depth.
L Select a canner with a flat bot-
tom, rather than one with a
concave, convex or rippled bot-
tom.
Flame Setting Chart Guidelines
The Flame Setting Chart, on pages
16 and 17, is to be used as a guide.
Your pans and your manner of
cooking may dictate use of a differ-
ent setting than what is suggested.
All flame settings were deter-
mined using a variety of good
quality, flat bottom pans with
lids (unless the method of cooking
did not require a covered pan). The
flamewasmatchedtothesizeofthe
pan and the method of cooking:
How to Use the Chart
The chart is divided into two sec-
tions: the food and the flame set-
tings. The flame settings section
showsaninitialStartCookingset-
ting, a second Continue Cooking
setting and/or an ExtraLow®
Heat setting. There may or may
not be a change between the two
Start Cooking and the Continue
Cooking settings depending on the
food prepared. The ExtraLow®
setting can be either a cooking or a
holding setting.
Use the right size flame for
the cooking job
ExtraLow® Burners
Guidelines:
1. The actual flame setting
used to cook is selected
from the range of flame set-
tings given. Whether the
higher or lower setting is
selected depends on the
quality of the pan and the
amount of food.
2. Raiseorlowertheflameset-
ting gradually. Allow time
for the pan and food to ad-
just to the new setting.
Changes are more satisfac-
torywhenthe settingisonly
changed one or two mark-
ings on the control.
1
2
3
4
Medium
All the controls have an infinite
number of heat settings, with no
fixed positions between HI, LO
or XLO. The word (Medium)
and number designations are for
reference only and are guides to
the flame settings referenced in
the chart.
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Suggested Flame Settings
Before using this chart read page 15
Food
Start Cooking
Continue Cooking
ExtraLow® Heat
Settings
BEVERAGES
Med. – heat milk, cover
LO – finish heating
XLO – keep warm,
Cocoa
cover*
BREADS
French Toast, Pancakes,
Grilled Sandwiches
Med. – preheat skillet
Med. Lo to Med. –
cook
BUTTER
4 to 3 – allow 5 to 10
minutes to melt
XLO – to hold
CEREALS
Cornmeal, Grits,
Oatmeal
HI – cover, bring
water to a boil, add
cereal
Med. Lo to Med. –
finish cooking according
to package directions
XLO – to hold, cover*
CHOCOLATE
2 to XLO – allow 10 to
15 minutes to melt
XLO – to hold*
DESSERTS
Candy
Med. Lo to Med. –
cook following recipe
Med. Lo to Med.
Med. to Med. HI
Pudding and Pie Filling
Mix
Med. to Med. Hi – cook
according to package directions
Pudding
Med. Lo – Bring milk to a boil
3 to 2 – to cook
EGGS
Cooked in Shell
HI – cover, bring water
to a boil, add eggs, cover
XLO – cook 3 to 4
minutes for soft cooked;
or 15 to 20 minutes for
hard cooked
Fried, Scrambled
Poached
Med. to Med. Hi – melt
butter, add eggs
LO to Med. Lo –
finish cooking
XLO – to hold for a
short period*
HI – bring water to the
4 to 3 – finish cooking
steaming point, add eggs
MEAT, FISH, POULTRY HI – until meat starts to sizzle Med. Lo to Med. –
Bacon, Sausage Patties
finish cooking
Braising: Swiss Steak,
HI – melt fat, then brown on
3 to 2 – simmer until
Pot Roast, Stew Meat
Med. Hi to HI, add liquid, cover
tender
Quick Frying:
Med. Hi to HI – preheat skillet Med. Hi to HI –
Breakfast Steaks
fry quickly
Frying: Chicken
HI – heat oil, then brown on Med. LO – cover, finish cooking
Deep Frying: Shrimp
HI – heat oil
Med. Hi to HI – to
maintain temperature
Pan Frying: Lamb Chops, HI – preheat skillet
Thin Steaks, Hamburgers,
Link Sausage
Med. to Med. HI —
brown meat
4 to 3 – to hold, covered
3 to 2 – to hold, uncov-
ered
Poaching: Chicken ,
HI – Cover, bring
2 to 1 – to finish cooking
whole or pieces, Fish
liquids to a boil
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Section Four: Using the Cooktop
Suggested Flame Settings
Food
Start Cooking
Continue Cooking
ExtraLow® Heat
Settings
Simmering: Stewed
HI – cover, bring liquid
4 to 1 – simmer slowly
Chicken, Corned Beef,
Tongue, etc.
to a boil
PASTAS: Macaroni,
HI – bring water to a
Med. Hi to HI – to
Noodles, Spaghetti
boil, add pasta
maintain a rolling boil
POPCORN (use a heavy, HI – cover, heat until
Med. to Med. Hi –
flat bottom pan)
kernels start to pop
finish popping
PRESSURE COOKER
Med. Hi to HI –
Med. Lo to Med. –
Meat
build up pressure
maintain pressure
Vegetables
HI – build up pressure
Med. Lo to Med. –
maintain pressure
RICE
HI – cover, bring water to
a boil, add rice, cover
4 to 2 – cook according to
package directions
XLO – to hold, cover
SAUCES
Tomato Base
Med. Hi to HI – cook meat
vegetables, follow recipe
2 to XLO – simmer (2
to 3 to thicken sauce,
uncovered)*
White, Cream, Bernaise,
Hollandaise
Med. Lo – melt fat,
follow recipe
LO to Med. Lo –
finish cooking
XLO – to hold, cover*
SOUPS, STOCK
HI – cover, bring liquid
3 to 2 – simmer
to a boil
XLO – to hold, cover*
VEGETABLES
Fresh
HI – cover, bring water and Med. Lo to Med. –
XLO – to hold, cover
vegetables to a boil
cook 10 to 30 minutes,
or until tender
Frozen
HI – cover, bring water
and vegetables to a boil
Med. Lo to Med. –
cook according to
package directions
Deep Frying
In Pouch
HI – heat oil
Med. to Med. Hi –
maintain frying temp.
HI – cover, bring water and LO to Med. Lo –
vegetables to a boil
cook according to
package directions
Saute
HI – heat oil or melt butter; Med. Lo to Med. –
add vegetables
cook to desired
doneness
Stir Fry
HI – heat oil, add vegetables Med. Hi to HI –
finish cooking
* We recommend that these foods be stirred occasionally.
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Section Four: Using the Cooktop
Using the Grill
AVENTILATINGHOODofadequateCFMcapacityventedtotheoutsideofthehouseisrecommended
for installation ABOVE THE RANGE AND GRILL. For most kitchens with a wall mounted hood, a
certified hood rating of not less than 940 CFM is recommended. The hood must be installed according to
installation instructions furnished with the hood and local building code requirements.
THE GRILL
AUTOMATIC
REIGNITION
The electronic igniter auto-
matically sparks the burner to
light. DO NOT TOUCH any
burner while the igniters are
sparking.
(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 car-
amelized by the intense heat from
the stainless steel radiant.
BURNER EFFICIENCY
AND FLAME
CHARACTERISTICS
Grill knob
Most types of foods, steaks, chops,
patties, poultry pieces, etc., cook
somewhat faster on the gas grill
withitsconstantregulatedheatthan
on an ordinary charcoal grill.
The burner flame should be blue in
color and stable with no yellow tips,
excessive noise or lifting. It should
burn completely along both sides of
the burner tube.
CONTROL KNOB
The burner control has an infinite
number of heat settings, and there
arenofixedpositionsonthecontrol
knob between HI and LO. To turn
the burner on, press the control
knobandrotateitcounterclockwise
to the LITE position.
YournewThermadorProfessional®
grill is equipped with an aluminized
steel double U-shaped tube burner
typical of those used in restaurants.
Automatic ignition is used to
eliminate the continuous pilots
found on restaurant grills. The grill
burner is rated at 18,000 BTU/HR.
An improper gas-air mixture may
cause either a yellow tipped flame
or burner flutter. Have the flame
adjusted by a technician. Foreign
particles in the gas line may cause an
orange flame during initial use. This
will disappear with use.
Adjust the knob to the desired
heat setting.
Iftheflameisuneven,flutters,makes
excessive noise or lifts, check to see
if the BURNER ports are clogged. If
the ports are clogged, use a wire, a
straightened paper clip or needle to
clear the ports. If the condition
persists, contact a service agency
for adjustment.
NOTE:Whenusedwithpro-
pane gas, a slight pop or flash
mayoccurattheburnerports
afewsecondsaftertheburner
has been turned off. This usu-
ally occurs after the burner
has been on awhile. This is
normal.
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USING THE GRILL
After removing all packaging materials,check to be
certain that the grill components are correctly as-
sembled in the grill box.The grill grates,stainless steel
radiant and the burner are assembled in the grill box
from the factory. Follow the steps below to assemble
the components in the grill box.
CAUTION:
•
•
Use extreme care when placing the
grill components into the grill
compartment. Avoid contacting the
ceramic igniter which could break
preventing operation of the grill.
A. Disassemble and/or remove the grill grate, stain-
less steel Radiant and burner from the grill box.
The grill must be assembled as shown.
The drip tray heat shields must be in
place,andtheburnermustbeproperly
positioned relative to the gas supply.
Incorrect assembly of the grill may
result in unsafe or hazardous
conditions during operation.
B. Install the aluminum rectangular drip pan inside
the grill box as shown below.
C. Install the heat deflector in the U Section of the
burner. Make sure that the heat deflector is slop-
ing toward the rear of the grill box.
D. Insert the burner venturi to the orifice located at
the front center of the grill box.The holes at the
opposite burner ends must be seated on the studs
at the rear of the grill box.Then locate the heat
deflector between the studs on sides of the the
grill can.
•
•
Donotleavethegrillunattendedwhile
in use.
Donotusecharcoalbriquettesorcoals
of any kind.
E. The stainless steel radiant lies on two (2) studs on
each end of the grill can.
F. Place the grill grate,with raised food containment
rail oriented towards the grill box rear.
Grill
Grate
Exploded Views and Side View of Grill
Stainless
Steel Radiant
Spark igniter
Double
U-shaped
burner
Heat
Deflector
Venturi
Drip Pan
Grill
Box
Burner Placement on Supports
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Section Four: Using the Cooktop
Using the Grill
COOKING ONTHE GRILL
GRILLING SUGGESTIONS
•
The burner should light within
approximately 5 seconds.
N Trim any excess fat from the meat before cooking. Cut slits
in the remaining fat around the edges at 2” (51 mm) inter-
vals.
•
Preheat grill for 15 minutes.
The hot grill sears the food,
sealing in the juices.The longer
the preheat, the faster the
meat browns and the darker
the brand marks.
N Brush on basting sauce toward the end of cooking.
N Use a spatula or tongs instead of a fork to turn the meat.A
fork punctures the meat and lets the juices run out.
•
Grilling requires high heat for
searing and proper browning.
Most foods are cooked at the
higher heat settings for most
of the cooking time.However,
when grilling large pieces of
meat or poultry, it may be
necessary to turn the heat to
a lower setting after the initial
browning.This cooks the food
through without burning the
outside.
N Add seasoning or salt after grilling.
N The grill grate has side and rear rails designed to make it
easier to turn with a spatula.
N After the juices begin to bubble to the surface,turn the meat
only once.This helps keep the juices in the meat.
N Some pieces of meat and poultry cook faster than others.
Move those pieces to the cooler area of the grill until the
rest have finished.
N The doneness of meat is affected by the thickness of the cut.
Chefs say it is impossible to have a rare doneness with a thin
cut.
•
•
Foods cooked for a long time
or basted with a sugary
marinade many need a lower
heat setting near the end of the
cooking time.
N Do not leave the grill unattended while cooking.
HANDLING EXCESSIVE FLARE-UPS
After grilling and the food has
been removed, turn the knob
to HI and burn off any excess
grease which has accumulated
on the stainless steel radiant.
N The intense heat needed for grilling may also cause flare-ups
due to grease dripping on the stainless steel radiant.
N If flare-ups occur, use a long handled spatula to move the
food to another area of the grill.
•
•
Use a brass wire brush,dipped
in hot water, to loosen food
particles from the grate.
N Should flare-ups become excessive, remove the food from
the grill and turn off the burner.
N Excessive flames occur when cooking meat with extra fat,i.e.
When the grill has cooled,
clean the drip tray, heat shield
and compartment.
30% ground beef, untrimmed steaks, lamb chops, etc.
N Be cautious when turning meat over.
N It is important that grilling be supervised at all times.
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Grill Cooking Chart
FOOD
WEIGHT OR
THICKNESS
CONTROL
SETTING
TOTAL SUGGESTED
COOKING TIME
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
and TIPS
MEATS
Beef
Hamburgers
Grill, turning once when juices
rise to the surface.
Do not leave hamburgers
unattended since a flare-up
could occur quickly.
1/2 to 3/4 inch
Medium
High
14 to 18 minutes
12 to 15 minutes
Steaks
Rib, Club,
Tenderloin,
Porterhouse,
T-Bone,
Sirloin
Rare
1 inch
High
10 to 14 minutes
13 to 18 minutes
Remove excess fat from edge.
Slash remaining fat
(140˚F)
1-1/2 inches
at 2-inch intervals. Grill,
turning once.
Medium
1 inch
Medium to
High
14 to 22 minutes
18 to 27 minutes
(160˚F)
1-1/2 inches
Well-Done 1 inch
Medium
Medium
22 to 32 minutes
27 to 37 minutes
(170˚F)
1-1/2 inches
Lamb
Chops &
Steaks
Rare 1 inch
High
12 to 15 minutes
High
Remove excess fat from edge.
Slash remaining fat
(140˚F)
1-1/2 inches
14 to 18 minutes
at 2-inch intervals. Grill, turning
once.
Medium
1 inch
Medium to
High
15 to 20 minutes
18 to 25 minutes
(160˚F)
1-1/2 inches
Well-Done 1 inch
Medium
20 to 30 minutes
(170˚F)
Pork
Chops
Remove excess fat from edge.
Slash remaining fat
at 2-inch intervals. Grill, turning
once. Cook well done.
1/2 inch
1 inch
Medium
Medium
20 to 40 minutes
35 to 60 minutes
Grill, turning occasionally. Dur-
ing last few minutes brush with
barbecue sauce, turn several
times.
Ribs
Medium
45 to 60 minutes
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Section Four: Using the Cooktop
Grill Cooking Chart
FOOD
WEIGHT OR
THICKNESS
CONTROL
SETTING
TOTAL SUGGESTED
COOKING TIME
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
and TIPS
MEATS
Remove excess fat from edge.
Slash remaining fat at 2-inch
intervals. Grill, turning once.
Pork
Ham Steaks
(pre-cooked)
1/2 inch
High
4 to 8 minutes
5 to 10 minutes
Slit skin. Grill, turning once.
Hot Dogs
Medium
POULTRY
Chicken
Broiler/Fryer
Place skin side up. Grill, turn-
ing and brushing frequently
withmeltedbutter,margarine,
oil or marinade.
2 to 3 pounds
Low or
Medium
1 to 1-1/2 hours
40 to 60 minutes
Halved or
Quartered
Breasts
Medium
30 to 45 minutes
FISH AND
SEAFOOD
Steaks
Grill, turning once. Brush with
melted butter, margarine or
oil to keep moist.
Halibut,
Salmon,
Swordfish
3/4 to 1 inch
High
Medium to
8 to 15 minutes
Whole
Catfish,
Rainbow
Trout
4 to 8 ounces
Medium to
High
12 to 20 minutes
Grill, turning once. Brush with
melted butter, margarine or
oil
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Four: Using the Cooktop
Using the Griddle
THE GRIDDLE
GRIDDLE COOKING CHART
(Available on some models)
The griddle is packaged with a pro-
tective grease coating that must be
completely removed with a spatula,
paper towels, (in crevices use a
table knife or toothpick) and
cleaned with hot sudsy water. Rinse
with vinegar/water and season now
or it will rust.
to ignite the gas, a safety
valve opens and gas flows to
the burner and ignites. The
griddle burner is rated at
15,000 BTU HR.
FOOD
TEMPERATURE
225˚F to 250˚F
300˚F to 325˚F
Eggs
Bacon, Ham,
Pork Chops
GREASE TRAY
Sausage, Grilled
325˚F to 350˚F
The grease tray is positioned
slightly under the front edge
of the steel griddle to catch
grease or food residue
scraped from the surface
with a metal spatula.
Cheese Sandwiches
TO SEASON OR RE-SEA-
Pancakes,
350˚F to 375˚F
SON YOUR GRIDDLE
Seasoning is an important pro-
cess which keeps food from
sticking during cooking and
prevents rusting. Once the
griddle is seasoned, it can be
usedwithorwithoutadditional
grease or shortening.
French Toast
Hash Brown
400˚F to 425˚F
GRIDDLE BURNER
The built-in griddle has an alumi-
nized steel tube burner, typical of
those used in restaurant griddles.
The burner is ignited by an electric
glow bar. This device eliminates the
need for the continuous burning
pilot light. When the glow bar
reaches a temperature hot enough
Tip and Lift
1. Pour1teaspoonofvegetableoil
onto the center of the griddle.
Do not use corn oil. Spread
oil over entire surface with a
paper towel or coarse cloth.
2. Turn the control knob to a 350˚
setting. When the oil begins to
smoke, turn the control knob
OFF. Allow griddle to cool.
Wipe off excessive oil with pa-
per towel or cloth.
GR IDDLE GREASE PAN
Use care when tipping the tray so
that the contents are not spilled
when it is removed.
NOTE
1. It is normal for the griddle
to darken with use.
2. The Griddle can be used
without any additional
grease or shortening,after
it has been properly
seasoned.However,grease
or shortening may be used
depending on the flavor
desired.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
4. Whenthegriddleiscool,wipeit
clean with a paper towel. Apply
a very thin layer of vegetable
oil. The griddle is now ready to
use.
Do not place another
utensil on the seasoned
griddle to simmer or keep
food warm.
3. The griddle must be level
or tilted slightly forward
for proper operation.
Contact your authorized
servicer if the griddle
needs to be leveled.
Griddle Control Knob
GRIDDLE KNOB
USING THE GRIDDLE
1. Check that the drip tray is in
place with one side tucked un-
der the griddle overhang.
2. Push down and turn the control
knob to a temperature sug-
gested on the Griddle Cooking
Chart.
The griddle thermostat has an infi-
nite number of heat settings be-
tween 150 and 500°F. There are no
fixed positions on the control knob.
To turn on the griddle, press then
rotate the control knob counter-
clockwise to the desired tempera-
ture setting. The glow igniter turns
on. As soon as it is hot (approxi-
mately 60 to 90 seconds), the gas
safety valve opens and the burner
ignites.
4. When used with propane
gas, a slight pop or flash
may occur at the burner
ports a few seconds after
the burner has been
turned off. This usually
occurs after the burner has
been on awhile. This is a
normal function of your
griddle.
3. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the
griddle to preheat to the tem-
perature selected.
4. Place the food on the griddle
and cook to desired
5. Remove and clean the
grease tray after every use.
doneness.
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Five: Using the Oven
Bake Mode
TIPS FOR BAKE
RACK POSITIONS
Oneortworacksoffoodcanbecookedintheovenatthesametime. Place
racks in the oven before turning it on. Position #2 is the most commonly
used for single rack cooking. See below for recommended rack positions.
Preheating The Oven
Many foods such as meat, poultry,
casseroles, or other long cooking
foodscookwellwithoutpreheating
the oven. See your recipe for pre-
heating recommendation. Preheat-
ing is achieved in 10 to 15 minutes,
depending on the temperature set-
ting.
PRG304, PRG36 and PRG48 (large main oven)
#3 Use this rack in combina-
with rack #1 for double
rack baking.
tion
#2 Usethisrackwhenbaking
single pan foods, such as
cakes, breads, pies, des-
serts,casseroles,cookies,
orasinglerackovenmeal.
3
2
1
Getting the Best Results
L Minimize opening the door:
• Use a minute timer.
• Use the interior oven lights.
#1 Use this rack for air leav-
L Choose the right size utensil:
use the utensil recommended
in the recipe.
ened cakes (Angel Food),
a large roast, turkey or other large food item.
If you are using racks #1 and #3, be sure to check for doneness sooner
thantheminimumtime.Thefoodonthelowerrackpositionmaycook
slightly faster than the food on the upper position. If using one rack with
a large commercial baking pan , the food may take a few extra minutes as
the air cannot circulate as freely as it does with a smaller pan.
L Store the broiler pans outside
the ovens. An extra pan with-
out food, affects the browning
and cooking.
L The type ofpan used affects the
browning:
PRG48 (secondary oven)
#3 Use this rack when broiling.
#2 Use this rack for baking single
•
For tender, golden brown
crusts, use light non-stick/
anodized or shiny metal
utensils.
food items, such as cake, bread,
pie, dessert, casserole, cookies,
etc.
3
2
1
•
For brown crisp crusts, use
dark non-stick/anodized or
dark, dull metal utensils or
glass bakeware. These may
require lowering the bake
temperature 25˚F.
#1 Use this rack for Angel Food
cake or a large roast or chicken,
etc.
UTENSILS
Type
L Metal bakeware (with or without a non-stick finish), heat-proof glass,
Oven Heating Light
glass-ceramic, pottery, or other utensils suitable for the oven.
Thislight turns on when the oven
heats and cycles off when the set
temperature has been reached. The
cyclingcontinuesaslongasaBAKE
or CONVECTION • BAKE
mode is set.
L Suitable cookie sheets have a small lip on one side only.
L One full commercial baking sheet (18" x 26") in large main oven.
L 10x13-inch cookie sheet and 7-3/4x2-inch baking sheet in secondary
oven
Placement
L Allow at least 1" of space be-
To Set the All-Gas PRG Oven Models
tween the pans and the oven
walls so heat can circulate
around each pan.
1. SetTemperature on GasThermostat Dial.
L The bake burner flame lights in 60 to 90 seconds.
L The flame cycles of when the selected temperature is reached,
L Stagger baking utensils so that
one is not directly above an-
other. Allow 1-1/2 inches above
and below each pan.
then cycles on again to maintain selected temperature.
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Section Five: Using the Oven
Convection • Bake Mode
TIPS FOR CONVECTION•BAKE (Model PRG304, PRG36 and PRG48 - Main Oven Only)
Oven Heating Light
RACK POSITIONS
This light turns on when the oven One, twoorthreeracksoffoodcanbecookedintheovenatthesametime.
heats and cycles off when the set Place racks in the oven before turning it on. See previous page for
temperaturehasbeenreached. The positioning racks.
cycling continues as long as a BAKE
#3 Use this rack in combination with rack #1 for double rack baking.
or CONVECTION• BAKE mode is
#2 Use this rack when baking single pan foods such as sheet cakes, some
breads, pies, desserts, casseroles, cookies, or a single rack oven meal.
Use with racks #1 and #3 for three sheets of cookies.
set.
PreheatingThe Oven
When roasting and baking foods
with convection longer than 15
minutes, preheating is not neces-
sary.
#1 Usethisrackforairleavenedcakes(AngelFood),frozenpie, largeroast
or turkey. Use in combination with rack #3 for a 2 rack oven meal or
more than 2 cakes.
Ifyouhaveloadedtheoven, besuretochecktheitemsfordonenesssooner
than the minimum time.
TIPS IN CONVECTION
MODE
UTENSILS
•
Loweroventemperature25°to
50°F. when converting regular
BAKE to CONVECTION •
BAKE settings for baked food
items such as breads, cakes,
cookies and muffins, etc.
Type
L Aluminum bakeware gives the best browning results.
L Cookie sheets should have low sides; use aluminum commercial half-
sheets or professional cooking utensils.
L Light or dark pan finish affects timing: Light pan finish gives a medium
•
•
Length of cooking time may be
shorter than the standard bake
time.
to golden brown appearance; dark pan finish gives a darker brown.
L Thebroilpanandgridcanbeusedforroastingtendermeatsandpoultry
as an alternate utensil to a roasting rack and low sided pan.
The pan shape, dimensions and
various combinations of pans
may affect cooking times and
browning.
Placement
L For better browning, utensils such as cookie sheets, jelly roll pans and
rectangular baking pans should be placed crosswise on the rack with
the shorter sides on the right and the left. This allows the air to
circulate freely.
•
Place a single crust pumpkin pie
directly on a small aluminum
cookie sheet for optimum bak-
ing.
L Whenbakingonmorethanonerack, pansdonotneedtobestaggered.
CONDENSATION
HIGH ALTITUDE BAKING
It is normal for a certain amount of moisture to evaporate from the food
duringanycookingprocess.Theamountdependsonthemoisturecontent
of the food. The moisture will condense on any surface cooler than the
inside of the oven, such as the control panel.
When baking at high altitudes, in
either BAKE or CONVECTION •
BAKE, recipes and baking times
vary. For accurate information,
write the Extension Service, Colo-
rado State University, Fort Collins,
Colorado 80521. There may be a
cost for the bulletins. Specify the
type of information you want (ex-
ample: cakes, cookies, breads, etc.).
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 liner if heat is trapped under it.
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Section Five: Using the Oven
Other Uses of Bake
SLOW COOKING AND LOW TEMPERATURE USES OF THE OVEN
Inadditiontoprovidingperfecttem-
peratures for baking and roasting,
the oven can be used at low oven
temperatures to keep hot, cooked
foods at serving temperature, to
cook foods long and slow (as if using
a crock pot), to dehydrate food, to
warm plates, and to defrost foods.
FOOD SAFETY
The United States Department of Agriculture says:
DO NOT hold foods at temperatures between 40˚F to 140˚F more
than 2 hours.
SUGGESTED TEMPERATURE CHART TO KEEP FOOD HOT
Hot cooked foods can be kept at
serving temperatures. Set the oven
to bake and use the temperature
suggested on the chart.
Food
Oven Temperature ˚F
Beef
Rare........................................................................................ 140˚ – 155˚F
Medium.................................................................................. 155˚ – 170˚F
Well done ............................................................................. 170˚ – 180˚F
Bacon ..................................................................................... 200˚ – 225˚F
Biscuits and Muffins (covered) ........................................ 170˚ – 185˚F
Casserole (covered)........................................................... 170˚ – 200˚F
Fish and Seafood ................................................................. 170˚ – 200˚F
French Fried Foods ............................................................ 200˚ – 225˚F
Gravy or Cream Sauces (covered) ................................ 170˚ – 180˚F
Lamb and Veal Roasts........................................................ 170˚ – 200˚F
Pancakes and Waffles (covered) ..................................... 200˚ – 225˚F
Potatoes
Baked ..................................................................................... 200˚F
Mashed (covered) ............................................................... 170˚ – 185˚F
Pies and Pastries.................................................................. 170˚F
Pizza (covered) .................................................................... 225˚F
Pork........................................................................................ 170˚ – 200˚F
Poultry (covered)................................................................ 170˚ – 200˚F
Vegetables (covered) ......................................................... 170˚ – 175˚F
Foods needing to be kept moist
must be covered with a lid or alumi-
num foil.
Slow Cooking of one food or an
oven meal is possible by setting the
oven to bake and the thermostat to
225˚F.
Uncooked frozen foods can be
thawed with the oven selector set
to bake and the thermostat to
150˚F. Keep food tightly wrapped in
foil and thaw just enough to handle.
Cook immediately. Do not re-
freeze.
Frozen cooked foods can be
thawed with the oven selector set
to bake and the Thermostat set to
170˚F. Loosen the freezer paper
wrapping. Do not use plastic.
OVEN CONTROL KNOB and HEATING LIGHT
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Five: Using the Oven
Setting Broil Mode
BROIL IN THE LARGE
MAIN OVEN and PRG48
SECONDARY OVEN
RACK POSITIONS
Before turning on the oven, place the rack in the desired position. The PRG
ranges have a special rack in the large main oven for broiling. Turn this rack
over, so that the broil pan fits into the area outlined.
TIPS FOR BROIL
PRE-HEATING THE
INFRA-RED BROILER
PRG Broil Pan Rack Template
(Large main oven)
It is recommended that you
do not pre-heat the broil
burner before starting to
cook. Only very fast cooking
foods, such as thin fillets of fish,
would require preheating so the
surface of the food could brown in
the time the food was cooked. If
pre-heating is necessary, pre-heat
no more than 2 to 3 minutes.
#3 Use this rack position when broiling beef steaks, ground meat patties,
ham steak and lamb chops 1 inch or less in thickness. Also, use when
top browning foods.
PRE-HEATING THE
BROIL BURNER PRG48
(secondary oven)
It is recommended that the broil
burner be pre-heated 5 minutes
before broiling, when food items
are 3/4" to 1" thick. Items less than
3/4", such as a fish fillet, need 10
minutes preheat. Do not preheat
for chicken pieces.
#2 Use this rack position when broiling meat 1-1/8 inches or more in
thickness, fish, poultry, pork chops, ham steaks 1 inch or more in
thickness and when broiling chicken halves.
UTENSILS
L ThePRG48hastwobroilpans,allotherrangeshaveone.Thealuminum
broil pan is to be used in the secondary oven. Use the chrome and
porcelain enamel two-piece broil pan and grid in large main oven. DO
NOT cover the slotted grid (top) with aluminum foil.
GETTING THE
BEST RESULTS
L Be sure to defrost food before
L Use metal or glass-ceramic bakeware when top browning casseroles,
main dishes, or bread.
L DO NOT use heat-proof glass or pottery. This type of glassware
broiling.
cannot withstand the intense heat of the infra-red broiler
L Broil with the door closed in
PRG All-Gas ovens.
BROILING WITH A REGULAR MEAT
THERMOMETER
L Steaks should be at least 1"
For accurately determining the degree of doneness for a thick steak or
chop (at least 1-1/2 inches thick), use a regular meat thermometer. Insert
the point of the thermometer into the side of the meat to the center of
the steak or chop.
For rare steaks, cook the first side to 90˚F. For medium or well done
steaks, cook the first side to 100˚F. Turn and cook the second side to
desired internal temperature.
thick if rare meat is desired.
L Turn foods over only once,
after half the total cooking
time. It is not necessary to turn
very thin foods (ham slices, fil-
lets of fish, etc.). Liver slices
must be turned over regard-
less of thickness.
NOTE:
L Use a Minute timer. Set it for
theminimumtimetocheckthe
food.
It is impossible to use the oven and the broiler simultaneously in the
same oven. When one is on the other one cannot be turned on.
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Section Five: Using the Oven
Setting Broil Mode
BROIL
In all the large main ovens only the gas infra-red broiler
heats in the BROIL mode. In the PRG48 secondary
oven only the broil burner heats in the BROIL mode.
NOTE: Successful broiling requires constant
exposure to high, intense heat (infra-red heat
from the gas broiler.
Place rack in position recommended on Page 27. For most foods that require use of a non-preheated broiler, set
food on two piece broil pan and place in oven. For very fast cooking foods in which the broiler may be preheated
for no more than 2 or 3 minutes, place food and broil pan in oven after preheating is complete.
To Set the Oven to Broil
1. SetThermostat to BROIL setting.
L The Infrared broiler flame lights in 60 to 90 seconds.
2. KEEP DOOR CLOSED throughout broil cycle.
L Your Professional® Range comes with a large two-piece broil
pan.The slotted grid allows drippings to flow into the lower
pan,away from the intense heat of the broil element,minimizing
spattering and smoking.This pan is designed for use in the large
main oven.
Oven Heating Light
This light turns on when the oven heats and cycles off
when the set temperature has been reached. The
cycling continues as long as a BROIL mode is set.
NOTE: Ingasovens, theintenseheatemit-
ted by the infra-red broiler makes it neces-
sary to keep the door closed.
HEATING LIGHT AND
OVEN CONTROL KNOBS
CAUTION
Becarefulnottodamagethescreencoveringthe
infra-red broiler of gas ovens. If the screen is
damaged, air can enter the distribution box be-
hind the screen, possibly resulting in an explo-
sion. Do not apply cleaners or wipe screen.
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GAS OVEN INFRA-RED BROILER
Screen should be
glowing red
Flame should be
approximately
1/8" thick and blue
Oven broiler flame should be visually inspected to resemble
diagram.
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Six: Care and Maintenance
Care and Maintenance
Before cleaning the range, be certain that the burners and oven(s) are turned off and the grates and exterior
surfaces are cool. Clean Griddle and Grill carefully while still warm. Always clean the range with caution.
A wet sponge or cloth used to wipe spills off a hot area can result in steam burns.
BURNER GRATES
SEALED BURNERS
Porcelain
Enamel Cap
BURNER CAP
Ports
Locator
Igniter
BURNER GRATES
BURNER BASE
Twogratesinterlock, fromfrontto
back, to form a continuous surface.
The burner grates are porcelain
enamel over cast iron for durabil-
ity. Theymaybewipedwhileonthe
cooktop with hot, soapy water,
rinsed and wiped dry.
For proper lighting and performance of the burners, keep the igniters,
burner caps, and ports clean and free of soil. It is necessary to clean these
only when the flame does not burn blue completely around and within the
burner, when there is a severe boil over, when the burner does not light,
or when the electronic igniter clicks continuously even after the flame has
been lit. See Cleaning Chart, Page 31.
When the burner and burner grate are cool, remove the grate. Grasp the
burner cap and remove it. Refer to drawing above.
Due to the extreme temperatures
and rapid temperature change that
the grates are exposed to, in addi-
tion to spillage of acidic and sugar-
laden foods onto the grates, some
deterioration of the porcelain
enamel surface is normal and ex-
pected over time. Deterioration
may include discoloration and, in
extreme cases, crazing (fine, hair-
like cracks) and/or chipping of the
porcelain. The extent of deteriora-
tion will be directly related to the
severity and amount of usage.
Clean the burner cap with a cleanser suitable for enamel. Use a wire, a
straightened paper clip or needle to clear the ports. Do not use a
toothpick; it could break off in the port. If necessary, wash, rinse and dry
burner according to the Cleaning Chart. Be sure to dry the burner base
and cap thoroughly before reinstalling the burner cap.
Replace the burner cap, being sure to properly line up the locator tab with
the notch in the burner base. Thoroughly dry the igniters to prevent
nuisance or continuous sparking.
The trim strips are anodized aluminum; avoid cleaning products that
contain ammonia. See Cleaning Chart, Page 32.
Trim Strips
Burner Spill Tray
If cleaning necessitates removal of
grates, care should be taken in
lifting them; they are very
heavy. Be sure to place the grate
on a protected surface.
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Section Six: Care and Maintenance
Grill
Grate
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
OTHER GRILL PARTS
GRILL GRATE
After the grill has cooled, remove
thegrate,stainlesssteelradiant
and double U-shaped burner,
heatdeflector,removableheat
shield, and drip pan.
Stainless
Steel
Radiant
LiftthedoubleU-shapedburner
where it hooks to the brackets at
the rear of the box. (See Figure on
Page 19.) Pull burner from the
burner hole to remove it from the
gas connection. The burner may be
cleaned,ifdesired,withawirebrush.
All gas ports must be free of
blockage for safe operation. Use a
metal paper clip to remove debris
from port holes.
Double
U-shaped
burner
Heat
Deflector
The easiest way to clean the grill is
while it is warm (not hot) after
cooking is completed and after
turning off the flame. Wear a
barbecuemitttoprotectyourhand
from the heat and steam. Use a
brass grill brush and water on the
grill grate in most instances. For
stubborn stains, use a soap filled
steel wool pad. Steam created as
the water contacts the hot grill
grate assists the cleaning process
by softening any food particles,
which will fall off and burn. If the
grill is allowed to cool before
cleaning, it will be more difficult.
Drip Pan
Lift out and wash the stainless steel
removable heat shield, and
grease drip pan. Use hot sudsy
water, rinse and dry.
Grill
Box
Tape newspaper to cover the
2 black side trim rails next to
the grill on the porcelain
maintop and all griddle parts.
Ovencleanerwillpermanently
damage these parts so they
need to be covered. Spray
cleaner using short, controlled
applications to stainless surfaces
only. Don’t spray directly inside
holeforburnerconnectionoronto
the spark igniter. Wait 30 minutes
to 1 hour. Wear rubber gloves and
wipe off cleaner; rinse and dry.
Apply again if necessary.
GRILL
!
CAUTIONS:
1. Do not clean any part
of the grill in any self-
cleaning oven.
2.Whendisassemblingor
reassemblingthegrill,
use extreme caution
to avoid contact with
the spark igniter. The
igniter could break,
preventing operation
of the grill.
3. Use caution when
cleaningaroundsharp
metal corners and
edges.Useofcleaning
glovesisrecommend-
ed.
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Section Six: Care and Maintenance
Range Cleaning Chart
When cleaning this range:
Brand Names
The use of brand names is intended
only to indicate a type of cleaner.
This does not constitute an en-
dorsement. The omission of any
brand name cleaner does not imply
its adequacy or inadequacy. Many
products are regional in distribu-
tion and can be found in the local
markets.
Avoid cleaning any part of the range while hot.
1. Use the mildest cleaning procedure that will do the job efficiently and
effectively. Some cleaners of the same type are harsher than others.
Try on a small area first.
2. Always rub metal finishes in the direction of the polish lines for max-
imum effectiveness and to avoid marring the surface.
3. Use only clean soft cloths, sponges, paper towels, fibrous brushes,
plastic, non-metal or steel wool soap pads for cleaning and scouring, as
recommended on the chart.
It is imperative that all products be
used in strict accordance with in-
structions on the package.
4. Any part of this appliance, except the steel griddle, can be cleaned with
hot sudsy water. When rinsing is required, rinse thoroughly.
The following chart gives direc-
tions for cleaning this range:
5. Always wipe dry immediately to avoid water marks.
Part/Material/
Soil Condition
Cleaning Products/Directions
Wire, straightenedpapercliporneedle. Donotuseatoothpick.
Hot sudsy water.
COOKTOP
Burner Caps
Powdered cleanser: Bon-Ami®, Ajax®, Comet®.
•
Clear ports of any soil. Wash, rinse and dry. Make certain that all
burners, including the two far left ExtraLow® burners, are turned
OFF before cleaning.
Hot sudsy water.
Pull knobs straight forward. Wash, do not soak. Rinse, dry and
Control Knobs,
•
Plastic
replace. Make certain the knobs are reinstalled in the proper
location. Do not force knobs onto wrong control.
Hot sudsy water.
Back Panel Frame
•
Wash, rinse thoroughly, and dry.
Stainless Steel
General Kitchen Cleaners: Formula 409®, Fantastik®.
•
Spray cleaner on cloth, then wipe surface.
Stainless steel cleaners: Stainless Steel Magic®, Revere Ware® Instant
Copper and Stainless Steel Cleaner, Bon-Ami.
•
Use the mildest cleaning procedure first. Apply cleaner with a damp
sponge, rinse thoroughly, and dry. Always scrub in the direction
of the grain. Do not use a steel wool pad or steel brush, as
it will scratch the surface. Avoid applying too much pressure when
scrubbing.
DO NOT allow deposits to remain for long periods of time.
DO NOT allow salt solutions, disinfectants, bleaches or cleaning com-
pounds to remain in contact with stainless steel for extended periods.
Many of these compounds contain chemicals which could prove harmful.
Rinse with water after exposure and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Continued
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Six: Care and Maintenance
Range Cleaning Chart
Part/Material/Soil Condition
Cleaning Products/Directions
Hot sudsy water. Mild Abrasive Cleansers: Bon-ami®, Soft
Grates
Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron
Scrub®. For stubborn stains: a soap filled steel wool pad.
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Wash, rinseanddry. Theoccasionaluseofmildabrasivecleaners
or steel wool soap filled pad is okay. Abrasive cleansers, used
vigorously or too often, can eventually harm the enamel.
Apply with a damp sponge, rinse thoroughly, and dry.
When removing the grates, care should be taken in lifting
them. Be sure to place the grate on a protected surface.
NOTE: Grates will develop blisters and chips in the porcelain with
use due to the extreme operating temperatures
Griddle – Steel
See Pages 23 and 34 for detailed directions.
Griddle Grease Pan –
Stainless Steel
See Cooktop Back Panel Stainless Steel Directions on Page 37.
Grill Grate
Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron
See Page 34 for detailed directions.
The quality of this material resists most stains and pitting, providing the
surface is kept clean and protected.
Nonabrasive Cleaners: Hot soapy water, ammonia or detergent and
water.
Grill Box, Heat Shields,
Radiant
Stainless Steel
• Apply with sponge or cloth then wipe clean using a clean cloth and
thoroughly dry the surface. Regularly apply stainless steel cleaner-
polishsuchasStainlessSteelMagic® toprotectthefinishandleaveasoft
lustre.
• Do not allow food deposits to remain on stainless steel for any length
of time.
Mild Cleaners: General kitchen cleaners such as Fantastik®, Formula
409®. Vinegar: to remove hard water spots
• Apply with sponge or cloth, then wipe clean using a clean cloth and
thoroughly dry the surface.
Mild Abrasive Cleaners: RevereWare Instant Stainless Steel Cleaner®.
Kleen King Stainless Steel Cleaner or Liquid.
• Apply with a damp sponge or cloth. Rub lightly in direction of the
polish lines. Wipe clean using damp cloth or sponge and dry surface.
Remember, chlorine or chlorine compounds (check the labels) are
corrosive to stainless steel. It is very important to rinse thoroughly and
dry if a cleaning agent with chlorine is used.
Heat tint or discoloration: RevereWare Instant Stainless Steel
Cleaner®.
• Apply with a damp cloth or sponge. Satisfactory for use on all finishes
if rubbing is light. Use in direction of grain lines.
Hot sudsy water, rinse and dry thoroughly. For stubborn stains use
a soap filled steel wool pad.
Grill Drip Pan
Aluminum
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Six: Care and Maintenance
Range Cleaning Chart
Part/Material/
Soil Condition
Cleaning Products/Directions
To loosen cooked on food, sprinkle empty hot grid with powdered
laundry detergent or squirt with liquid detergent and cover with wet
paper towels. Allow to stand.
OVEN
Broil Pan Grid
Chrome Plated
Hot sudsy water.
•
Wash, rinse thoroughly, and dry.
Cleaners: Soft Scrub®.
•
Apply with a damp sponge or cloth according to manufacturer’s
directions. Rinse and wipe dry.
Powdered Cleanser: Bon-Ami®, Comet®, Ajax®.
•
Apply with a damp sponge or cloth according to manufacturer’s
directions. Rub lightly, it may scratch the finish. Rinse
thoroughly and wipe dry.
Soap-filled fiber or steel wool pads: S.O.S®, Brillo®.
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Dampen pad, rub lightly, it may scratch the finish. Rinse
thoroughly and wipe dry.
Broil Pan Bottom
Porcelain Enamel
See instructions for Cavity, Models PRG304, PRG36 and PRG48)
below.
Infra Red Broiler
DO NOT APPLY CLEANERS OR WIPE THE SCREEN.
Porcelain enamel is acid resistant, but not acid proof. Acid foods such as
citricjuices,tomatoes,rhubarb,vinegar,alcoholormilk,shouldbewiped
up and not allowed to bake onto the porcelain during the next use. Over
a period of time, the procelain may craze (get fine hairlike lines).
Hot sudsy water.
Cavity
Porcelain Enamel on Steel
•
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. Close the door and allow it to soak for an hour or two,
oruntilthefoodsoilcanbeeasilyremovedwithadampsoapycloth
or mild abrasive. A solution of about 3 tablespoons of household
ammoniainahalfcupofwatermaybeplacedinthewarmovenover
night. This will loosen hardened residue and spillage so that it may
be easily wiped up. The ammonia solution may be added to warm
water for a thorough wiping of the oven.
Soap filled fiber or steel wool pads: S.O.S, Brillo.
•
For stubborn stains, the occasional use of abrasive cleaners is okay,
but, if used vigorously or too often, they can eventually harm the
enamel. Dampen pad, rub surface lightly, rinse thoroughly, and dry.
Harsh Cleaners: Easy Off® Oven Cleaner, Dow® Oven Cleaner.
NOTE: Commercial oven cleaners are corrosive to infra-red broiler
andthermostatbulbs.DONOTsprayorwipecleanersontotheseparts.
If some cleaner gets on the broiler or thermostat bulb, wipe it off
immediately with a clean damp cloth.
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Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.
Continued
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Six: Care and Maintenance
Range Cleaning Chart
Part/Material/Soil Condition Cleaning Products/Directions
Front Frame
Stainless Steel
See Cooktop, Back Panel, Page 31.
Racks
Chrome Plated
Hot sudsy water.
•
Wash, rinse thoroughly, and dry.
Cleaners: Soft Scrub®.
•
Apply with a damp sponge or cloth according to manufacturer’s
directions. Rinse and wipe dry.
Powdered Cleanser: Bon-Ami®, Comet®, Ajax®.
•
Apply with a damp sponge or cloth according to manufacturer’s
directions. Rub lightly. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.
Soap filled fiber or steel wool pads: PanHandl’rs, S.O.S®, Brillo®.
•
Dampen pad, rinse thoroughly, and dry.
Harsh Cleaners: Easy Off ®Oven Cleaner, Dow® Oven Cleaner.
NOTE: Some commercial oven cleaners cause darkening and discol-
oration. Test the cleaner on a small part of the rack and check for
discoloration before cleaning the entire rack.
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Apply a generous coating. Allow to stand for 10 to 15 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.
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.
DOOR
Use care to keep cleaners and water away from the door vents.
If water or cleaners spill into the vents, water may streak the
glass inside.
Exterior, Frame, Handle,
Heat Deflector
Stainless Steel
See Cooktop, Back Panel, Stainless Steel, Page 31.
Interior
See Oven Cavity, Page 33.
Porcelain Enamel
General Kitchen Cleaners: Formula 409®, Fantastik®.
Seal
Door Gasket.
•
Spray on and blot dry with a cloth. Do not rub. Do not move,
remove or damage mesh
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Seven: Before Calling for Service
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
OVEN LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
CAUTION:
Replace only with a 40 watt, 120 volt appliance light bulb. DO NOT USE
a standard household light bulb in any oven.
Before replacing the light bulb,
be certain the Oven Light
Switch is in the off position.
Let bulb and cover cool com-
pletely before touching. If the
light bulb glass comes
loose from the base, turn
the power to the oven
OFF at the circuit breaker
panel, before attempting
to remove the bulb base
from the socket.
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. Turn the cover to the left (counterclockwise)
to unscrew it.
3. Remove the burnt out bulb. Replace it with a 40 watt, appliance
light bulb only.
4. Replace cover. Turn circuit back on, if need be. (See Caution.)
The two ExtraLow® burners on the
far left side, cannot be used during a
power failure. Be sure to turn them
OFF if a power failure occurs, as
they will not turn back on until both
control knobs are turned OFF and
then turned back on again. See
“What to do if you Smell Gas”,
inside front cover.
POWER FAILURE
In the event of a power failure, only the standard burners can be lighted
manually. It is necessary to light each standard burner individually.
If the cooktop is being used when the power failure occurs, turn all of the
burner control knobs to theOFF position. Then, the standard burners can
be lighted by holding a match at the ports and turning the control knob to
the HI position. Wait until the flame is burning all the way around the
burner cap before adjusting the flame to the desired height.
For All-Gas Ranges, the oven and
broiler burners can not be turned
on during a power failure.
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Section Seven: Before Calling for Service
Before Calling for Service
Before calling for Service, check the following to avoid
unnecessary service charges.
SERVICE INFORMATION
For handy reference, copy the in-
formationbelowfromthedatarat-
ing plate. Keep your invoice for
Warranty validation.
Be sure to check these items first:
Is there a power outage in the area?
Is the household fuse blown or the circuit breaker tripped?
Is the range disconnected from the electrical supply?
IF THE BURNERS DO NOT IGNITE
Model Number
Serial Number
•
Are the burner caps properly aligned and seated in the burner
base?
Date of Purchase
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Are the burner ports clogged?
Dealer’s Name
Is a fuse blown or is the circuit breaker tripped?
Is the manual shut-off valve closed, preventing the flow of gas?
Dealer’s Phone Number
Service Center's Name
Service Center’s Phone Number
DATA RATING PLATE
The data rating plate shows the model and serial numbers of your range.
It is located behind the toe kick at the bottom of the range. To access the
rating plate, remove the two toe kick attachment screws, then carefully
remove the toe kick panel.
Also, enter this information on
the Product Registration Form in-
cluded with this product, then mail
it to the indicated address to re-
ceiveyourfreeThermadorProfes-
sional® Cookbook.
For PRG All-Gas models, the data rating plate is found in the
U-shaped channel at the bottom front of the range.
CAUTION:
BEFORE REMOVING THE TOE KICK PANEL, DISCON-
NECT THE RANGE FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER
SUPPLY. REINSTALL THE TOE KICK PANEL BEFORE RECON-
NECTINGTHERANGETOTHEPOWERSUPPLYANDOPERAT-
ING THE RANGE.
PRG Data Rating Plate Location
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PRG Professional Ranges Care and Use
Warranty
Full OneYearWarranty
Covers one year from the date of installation or date of occupancy for a new previously
unoccupieddwelling, Saveyourdatedreceiptorotherevidenceoftheinstallation/occupancy
date.
Thermador® Will Pay For:
All repair labor and replacement parts found to be defective due to materials and workmanship. Service
must be provided by a 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 use of
unauthorized parts.
2. Service visits to:
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Teach you how to use the appliance.
Correct the installation. You are responsible for providing electrical wiring and other
connecting facilities.
•
Reset circuit breakers or replace home fuses.
3. Damage caused from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, improper installation or installation not in
accordance with local electrical codes or plumbing codes, or improper storage of the appliance.
4. Repairs due to other than normal home use.
5. Service labor during limited warranty period.
6. Travel fees and associated charges incurred when the product is installed in a location with limited or
restricted access, (i.e., airplane flights, ferry charges, isolated geographic regions).
Warranty applies to appliances used in residential application; it does not cover their use in commercial
installations.
This warranty is for products purchased and retained in the 50 states of the U.S.A., the District of Columbia
and Canada. Should the appliance be sold by the original purchaser during the warranty period, the new
owner continues to be protected until the expiration date of the original purchaser's warranty period.
The warranty applies even if you should move. THERMADOR DOES NOT ASSUME ANY
RESPONSIBILITYFORINCIDENTALORCONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES.Somestatesdonot
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which
may vary from state to state or province to province.
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Specificationsareforplanningpurposesonly. Refertoinstallationinstructionsandconsultyourcountertop
supplier prior to making counter opening. Consult with a heating and ventilating engineer for your specific
ventilationrequirements.Forthemostdetailedinformation,refertoinstallationinstructionsaccompanying
product or write Thermador indicating model number.
We reserve 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.
For the most up to date critical installation dimensions by fax, use your fax handset and call 702/833-3600.
Use code #8030.
5551 McFadden Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 • 800/735-4328
ECO 5203-1 • 15-13-095A • © BSH Home Appliances Corp. 1998 • Litho in U.S.A., 3/01
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