THOR Salamander GL163-N, Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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Cleaning and Maintenance
General
• To achieve the best results cleaning must be regular and thorough. All controls and mechanical parts
should be checked and adjusted periodically by a qualified service person. If any small faults occur, have
them attended to promptly.
• Don't wait until they cause a complete breakdown. It is recommended that the appliance is serviced every
6 months.
• Clean the salamander regularly. A clean appliance looks better, will last longer and will perform better.
• Do not clean the unit and its parts using automatic dishwasher.
Racking
• For ease of cleaning of this unit and the racking system and to achieve the best results, it is recommended
that the racking is removed completely from the unit and cleaned independently. This will allow for a more
thorough cleaning of the Salamander.
• To remove the racking system, carry out the following instructions.
1. Remove the Crumb / Drip Tray from the underside of the salamander unit.
2. Remove the Branding Plate from the rack (if fitted).
3. Slide the rack out of the side racks and remove from the unit.
4. Remove the left and right hand side racks from the unit by removing the single securing screw from
each of the side racks.
5. Withdraw the left and right hand side racks from the unit.
6. Refit the racking in the reverse order once cleaning has been completed.
Stainless Steel Surfaces
• Clean with detergent. Baked on deposits or discolouration may require a good quality stainless steel
cleaner or stainless steel wool. Always apply the cleaner when the salamander is cool and rub in the direction
of the "grain".
Crumb / Drip Tray
• Empty and clean daily.
Periodic Maintenance
NOTE: All maintenance operations should only be carried out by a qualified service person.
To achieve the best results cleaning must be regular and thorough and all controls and mechanical parts
should be checked and adjusted periodically by a qualified service person. If any small faults occur, have
them attended to promptly. Don't wait until they cause a complete breakdown. It is recommended that the
appliance is serviced every 6 months.
Gas Control Valve Re-Greasing
The gas control valve should be dismantled and greased every 6 months to ensure the correct operation of
the gas control valve. To carry out this operation;
1. Remove the gas control knobs from the gas tap spindles by pulling the knobs away from the control panel.
2. Remove the crumb / drip tray from the appliance.
3. Remove the two screws on the underside of the control panel, securing the control panel to the hob.
4. Remove the control panel from the front of the appliance.
5. Remove the 2 screws holding shaft plate to gas control body and remove control shaft and plate. Note
orientation of shaft for correct re-assembly.
6. Using needle nose pliers or similar, pull out gas control spindle, again noting its orientation.
7. Apply a suitable high temperature gas cock grease or lubricant such as ROCOL - A.S.P (Anti scuffing paste)
/ Dry Moly Paste to the outside of spindle.
8. Replace spindle and re-assemble the gas control in reverse order.
9. Refit the control panel to the appliance and secure with 2 screws.
10. Refit the knobs to the gas control valve spindles.