
Service Manual for the Thermador Pro Grand Next Generation 48-Inch Natural Gas and LP Gas Ranges, Models:
PRG486JDG/01, PRL486JDG/01
58300000159722_ARA_EN_D
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6.4 Griddle / Grill Removal and Replacement
The griddle / grill removal requires access from the back and the
top of the range.
The griddle / grill preheat time (the time from when the griddle is
turned on until the preheat light goes off) will vary according to
ambient (room) temperature and the level of electrical service.
Preheating griddle to 350° F may take approximately 10–14 minutes.
Be sure to check QuickFinder for relevant information, documentation,
and the correct part number when replacing this component.
Griddle / Grill Hazard
The griddle / grill plate must always be correctly in place when it is on.
1. Follow all safety precautions and steps in
page
Accessing Components under the Maintop,
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3. Remove the grill / griddle plate and grease tray (see Figure 22).
Figure 22: Griddle Plate and Grease Tray
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Grease tray
2
Griddle plate
4. Remove the backguard (see
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5. At the back of the range, disconnect the 1/4 inch spade
connectors of both right and left element wires.
6. Carefully remove the bulb from the fixed retaining bracket (see
NOTE:
After removing the thermostat bulb from retaining bracket,
don’t push the bulb through the receptacle in the element tray yet.
7. Disconnect the 1/4 inch spade connectors of both right and left
element wires. You may have to pull the element wires out a bit to
access the connectors. While doing this, be careful not to damage
the element wires.
Figure 23: Removing Thermostat Bulb from Retaining Bracket
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Retaining bracket
2
Thermostat bulb
3
Receptacle for removing bulb