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PRL486GDH

Thermador PRL486GDH

What we most often repair on units like this

  1. Gas grill/broiler that lights unevenly or pulses
  2. Secondary oven that fails to light
  3. Keep Warm setting that cools too much
  4. Convection fan that stalls
  5. Range that sits unlevel after a move

A 24 3/4-inch depth on a 48-inch range is an unusual proportion, and it tells us the PRL486GDH is meant to sit nearly flush with standard cabinetry. Two ovens, 3 cu ft and 1.7 cu ft, do the work; the larger secondary cavity compared with some other 48-inch models means it can handle a real dish, not just a warming job.

The gas grill/broiler is the feature most likely to need attention. Because it works close to food, grease collects on the burner and can cause a ragged, pulsing flame. We clean the burner, check the igniter, and run it for several minutes to see the flame stabilize.

Keep Warm is a slow, low-heat mode; a cavity that cannot hold it often has a sensor issue. After any visit we check that the range is level, since uneven feet change how the flame spreads. Thermador lists this model with no successor named.

Key features

  • 48-inch gas freestanding range in Stainless Steel; overall 35 7/8 x 47 7/8 x 24 3/4 inches (H x W x D), for a 48-inch slide-in opening
  • Primary oven of 3 cu ft and a left secondary oven of 1.7 cu ft
  • Each oven has 4 cooking modes: Gas grill/broiler, Gas top/bottom heat, Convection Bake and Keep Warm
  • Patented Star Burner, 56% longer than a round burner
  • Three continuous cast iron grates with rubber feet
  • 120 V, 20 A, 3-prong plug
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PRL486GDHPRL486GDH questions
Why does the broiler flame pulse or flicker?

Grease on the burner or a partly blocked port is the usual reason. We clean it, check the igniter and observe the flame for a few minutes. Gas supply is tested if the pulsing persists.

Does a not-level range really affect cooking?

Yes. A tilted range shifts the flame pattern and makes batter or sauces settle to one side. We adjust the feet and check the anti-tip bracket.

Can I use the large oven while the small one is out of order?

In most cases yes, because each cavity is independent. We confirm that the problem is isolated and tell you before you rely on it.

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