Thermador PH36GS Use & Care Manual

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Make sure the appliance, the lights, and the 
heat lamps are cool and power to the appliance 
has been turned off before replacing the light 
bulb(s) or heat lamps. Failure to do so could 
result in electrical shock or burns.

The lenses must be in place when using the 
appliance.

The lenses serve to protect the light bulb from 
breaking.

The lenses are made of glass. Handle carefully 
to avoid breaking. Broken glass can cause an 
injury.

Turn power off at breaker before removing a 
damaged bulb. Do not touch the bulbs 
immediately after use. The bulbs will remain hot 
for several minutes.

Turn off the lights and fan. Allow the lights to cool before 
handling. If new lights do not operate, be sure lights are 
inserted correctly before calling for service.

Halogen Light Replacement

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Using a flat edge from a screwdriver or equivalent tool, 
pry loose the lens cover as shown in Figure 5.

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Remove the damaged light and replace with a new 
120 V, 40W (maximum) bulb with G-9 base. Follow 
package directions and do not touch new light with 
bare hands.

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Reinstall the light and cover.

Heat Lamp Replacement 

(27” models)

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Turn heat lamp counterclockwise to remove. 

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Replace lamp with either a PAR-38 175W heat lamp or 
a PAR-40 250W heat lamp. 

The PAR-38 175W heat lamp provides a tighter seal within 
the enclosure and produces the same amount of effective 
heat with lower energy consumption. These lamps may not 
be readily available at local retail outlets. The PAR-40 
250W heat lamp is more widely available. It can be used 
instead. 

PAR-38 175W heat lamps can be purchased through the 
following retailers: 

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OpTech Inc: 800-848-6624 or 
www.optechlightbulbs.com

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bulbs.com: 888-455-2800 or www.bulbs.com