Thermador PCG48 - Manuel (Page 12)

Flame Color
Secondary Cone
Primary
Light Blue
Dark Blue
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Section 4: USING THE COOKTOP
FLAME DESCRIPTION
• The burner flame color should be blue with
no yellow on the tips. It is not uncommon to
see orange in the flame color; this indicates
the burning of airborne impurities in the gas
and will disappear with use.
• With propane (LP) gas, slight yellow tips on
the primary cone are normal.
• The flame should burn completely around the
burner cap. If it doesn’t, check that the cap is
positioned correctly on the base and that the
ports are not blocked.
• The flame should be stable with no excessive
noise or fluttering.
WARNING:
The burning of gas cooking fuel can create
small amounts of Carbon Monoxide, Benzene,
Formaldehyde and Soot. To minimize expo-
sure to these substances, the burners should
be adjusted by a certified installer or agency to
ensure proper combustion. Ensure proper
ventilation with an open window or use a
ventilation fan or hood when cooking with Gas.
Always operate the unit according to the
instructions in this manual.
AUTOMATIC RE-IGNITION
If any one or more burners blow out, the
electronic igniter automatically activates to re-
light the flame. Do not touch the burners when
the igniters are active.
Important:
• For proper combustion do not use the cooktop
without the burner grates in place.
• There is a slight sound associated with gas
combustion and ignition. This is a normal
condition.
• On cooktops using propane gas (LP), a slight
“pop” sound may be heard at the burner ports
a few seconds after the burner has been turned
off.
POWER FAILURE
• In the event of a power failure, only the
standard burners can be manually lit. It is
necessary to light each one individually. If the
cooktop is being used when the power failure
occurs, turn all knobs to the OFF position.
• The standard burners can be lit by holding a
match at the ports and turning the control knob
to the position. Wait until the flame is
burning all around the burner cap before
adjusting the flame to the desired height.
• The ExtraLow burners cannot be used during
a power failure. Be sure to turn them off.
• If an ExtraLow burner is on when a power
failure occurs, it cannot be turned back on until
the knob is first turned off.
• The griddle cannot be used during a power
failure.
• If you smell gas, refer to safety precautions in
the front of this manual.
WARNING
In the event of a power failure, all knobs are to
be turned to the OFF Position. Only the
standard burners can be lit manually.
FLAME HEIGHT
• The correct flame height depends on 1) size
and material of pan being used; 2) food being
cooked; and 3) amount of liquid in the pan.
• Never extend the flame beyond the base of
the pan.
• Use a low or medium flame for pan materials
that conduct the heat slowly, such as
porcelain coated steel or glass-ceramic.