Not working cooktop - could be a real problem. We recommend you make repairs immediately. If your cooktop Thermador tmh 45 is not working at all, there could be few common issues. First - power cord. The cooktop power cord can deteriorate over time. Check the insulation for cracks or bare spots. Replace the power cord if it's damaged or doesn't work because of a break in the wiring. Second - electronic control board - failed electronic control board also can prevent the entire cooktop from working. If the electronic control board doesn't turn on a surface burner or the display panel or indicator lights don't light up, replace the electronic control board. Follow our easy step-by-step guide. Prepare some tools: new electronic control board, nut driver set or wrench set, screwdriver, putty knife, work gloves, cardboard to protect flooring. Let’s start!
- Unplug the power cord. Set cardboard on the floor in front of the range to prevent scratching the floor.
- Remove the screws from the control panel.
- Take a photo of the wires attached to the control board to document their locations so you can attach the wires to the new oven control board the same way. Disconnect all the wires from the oven control board. Remove the mounting screws and pull the oven control board out of the control panel.
- Attach the new overlay to the control board. Position the electronic cooktop control board and reinstall the mounting screws. Carefully connect all the wires to the new oven control board using your photos as a reference.
- Place the control panel back shield on the back of the control console and secure the back shield with the mounting screws.
- Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.
If you can't do it alone, you can contact our customer support team and arrange an appointment at the convenient time.