Thermador CEM304 Care and use User manual

Installation Instructions
Thermador Glass Ceramic Cooktops
Models:CEM304,CEM365,CEM456
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Installation Instructions Models:CEM304,CEM365,CEM456
TABLE OF CONTENTS *
*NOTE:The blocked letters,such as A,shown below,refer to illustrations on
Pages 2& 4.Match these to the related text pages.
Overall Dimensions A................................................................................................2
Power Supply B............................................................................................................2
Cabinet Preparation and Clearances C..............................................................2,3
Junction Box Location D............................................................................................2
Countertop Cutout Dimensions E.........................................................................2
Installing the Cooktop F............................................................................................4
Secure Cooktop to Countertop G.........................................................................4
Solid Surface Countertop Installs H........................................................................4
Installation above a Single Oven I, J, K, and L.................................................4
Electrical Connection..................................................................................................5
OVERALL DIMENSIONS A
SeeIllustrationA,Page2.These dimensionsareoverall.
POWER SUPPLY B
ELECTRICAL POWER CONNECTION
FOR COOKTOP
Power Supply is dual rated: 240Volts or 208Volts, 3
wire, 60 Hz, with the following circuit breaker
requirements: Model CEM304 at 30 Amps; Model
CEM365 at 40Amps or Model CEM456 at 50Amps
Installa junctionbox (not supplied),belowthecounter
top within 3 feet of flexible conduit (supplied) located
at the right rear corner of the cooktop rough-in box.
IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for Local Electrical Inspector’s use.
INSTALLER: Please leave these Installation Instructions with this unit for the owner.
OWNER: Please retain these instructions for future reference.
READ AND SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
JUNCTION BOX LOCATION D
Plan the installation of the unit so that the location of
the junction box is within 3 feet of the right rear of
the cooktop bottom. It must be accessible from
the front of the cabinet. (An exception to this
location would be for a cooktop installation over a
single electric oven In that situation,refer to Pages 4
and 5 and Figures I, J, K and L.
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CEM304 B 19-7/8" / (505 mm) 20" / (508 mm)
C28
-3/4"
/ (731 mm) 28-7/8" / (734 mm)
CEM365 B 19-7/8" / (505 mm) 20" / (508 mm)
C34
-3/4"
/ (883 mm) 34-7/8" / (886 mm)
CEM456 B19-7/8" / (505 mm) 20" / (508 mm)
C43
-3/4"
/ (1111 mm) 43-7/8" / (1114 mm)
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CABINET PREPARATION AND
CLEARANCES
To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over
heated surface units, cabinet storage space located
above the surface units should be avoided. If cabinet
storage is to be provided,the risk can be reduced by
installing a range hood that projects horizontally a
minimum of 5 in.(127 mm) beyond the bottom of the
cabinets.See C,Page 2.
Thisunit is designed for installationin the countertop
with zero clearance to adjacent walls and projecting
surfaces constructed of combustible materials.A 30-
inch minimum clearance is required between the top
of the cooktop and the bottom of an unprotected
cabinet.A24 inchminimumdistanceis necessarywhen
the bottom of the wood or metal cabinet is protected
by not less than 1/4 inch of a flame retardant material
covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel,
0.015 inch (0.4 mm) thick stainless steel, 0.024 inch
(0.6 mm) aluminum, or 0.020 inch (0.5 mm) thick
copper.Flame retardant materials bear the mark:
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC.
CLASSIFIED
MINERALAND FIBER BOARDS
SURFACE BURNING CHARACTERISTICS
Followedbytheflame spreadandsmokeratings.,these
designations are shown as “FHC (Flame Spread)/
(SmokeDeveloped)”. Materialswith“O”flamespread
ratingsareflame retardant.Localcodesmayallowother
flame spread ratings.
The minimum horizontal clearance from the sides and
back edge of the cooktop to the adjacent vertical
combustible walls is 0 Inches.
COUNTERTOP CUTOUT
DIMENSIONS
The cutout dimensions depend upon whether the
installation is for replacement, new construction, or
installationin a solidsurface countertop material,such
asSurell™,Corian®etc.Thesematerials requirelarger
cutouts, use of heat reflective tape and rounded
corners.Drawings Gand Hprovide some guidelines
only (see Page 4). Always consult the countertop
manufacturer for specific Installation Instructions.
INSTALLING THE COOKTOP
WARNING:
DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE INSTAL-
LING. BEFORETURNING POWER “ON”, BE
SURE THAT ALL CONTROLS ARE IN “OFF”
POSITION.
SEAL WITH FOAMTAPE
A foam tape is provided to seal the cooktop edges to
the countertop, F,(see Page 4).Turn cooktop upside
down and apply tape approximately 1/16” from the
glass edges to the underside of the cooktop glass. Use
tape around the entire glass perimeter cut off excess
where tape ends butt.
SECURE COOKTOPTO
COUNTERTOP
The cooktop should be secured to the countertop
using the hold-down brackets provided. Prior to
inserting cooktop into cutout, turn cooktop upside
down and attach brackets to the burner box using the
washers and screws.
Place cooktop into cutout.Insert clamping screw into
the bracket and secure cooktop to countertop.
Use a wood block to protect fragile countertop
materials.
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SOLID SURFACE COUNTERTOPS H
Always consult the countertop manufacturer
for specific instructions.
Countertops made from natural (i.e. granite and
marble) or SOLID SURFACE MATERIALS, such as
Surell™ and Corian®, require special cutout
preparation and installation procedures. Follow the
guidelines in preparing the cutout dimensions. Refer
to Pages 2 and 3.
Install the cooktop as follows:
1. Round the cutout corners according to
instructions from the countertop manufacturer.
2. Apply heat reflective tape (such as Scotch
Aluminum Foil Tape #425 or #427) around the
cutout so that it folds over the top and side
surfaces. Be sure the tape extends beyond the
outermost flange of the cooktop. All corners
should also be covered with tape.
3. Attach brackets to the burner box using washers
and screws provided. Use a wooden block
underneath the countertop before tightening the
bracket screws.
4. Center cooktop in the cutout to insure adequate
clearancebetweentheburner boxandcountertop
edge.(Alight pencilmark along thecenter offront
edge and side edge of cooktop and counter will
aid positioning of the cooktop in the center.)
5. Trim excessaluminum tapealong theframe edges.
BE CAREFUL not to scratch the countertop.
Installation above an oven, S301, SC301,
C301, CM 301 (Optional) I , J , K ,and L .
Thecooktop canbeinstalled overa singleThermador®
electric oven.The cooktop should be located on the
samecenter line asthe under-the-counter singleoven.
Ifasingle ovenisinstalled underthecooktop,seeFigure
Kfor the location of the junction boxes.
NOTE: Thermador single oven Models S301,SC301,
C301 and CM 301 installed under-the-counter with a
Thermador®electriccooktop overit isa ULapproved
installation.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
1. Attach flexible conduit to the junction box.
2. Connect the cooktop lead wires to the junction
box supply wires in proper phase:
For all models,connect black (L1) to black,
red (L 2) to red, green wire to ground.
NOTE: If the cooktop is installed and connected as
specified above, it will be completely grounded in
compliance with the National Electrical Code.
3. Remove everything from the cooktop surface and
apply Cooktop Cleaning Creme (packaged with
cooktop),as directed in Care & Use Manual,Page
10.
4. Turn on power supply.
5. Test operation.
CAUTION:
Your cooktop surface needs to be cleaned daily.
Refer to the Care and Use section before using
it for the first time.
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
If the elements do not heat or if the indicator “on” light does not glow, check the power
source to see if a fuse has blown or if the circuit breaker has tripped.
Refer to the CooktopWarranty on Page 13 of the Care and Use Manual.
PRODUCT DATA PLATE
The data plate shows the model and serial number of your cooktop.It is located in the center
front area of the rough-in box,underneath the cooktop and printed on the back cover.
Keep your invoice or escrow papers for warranty validation,if service is needed.
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Specifications are for planning purposes only. Refer to installation instructions and consult your countertop supplier prior to making
counter opening. Consult with a heating and ventilating engineer for your specific ventilation requirements. For the most detailed
information,refer to installation instructions accompanying product or writeThermador indicating the model number.
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