PH54GWT

What we most often repair on units like this

1. Touch panel that is slow or dead in places
2. Damper that sticks on startup
3. Filter reminder that does not clear
4. Blower noise from a heavy canopy
5. Baffle channel full of grease

A 54-inch canopy with touch controls is a hood people notice, and one that some owners rely on without thinking until it stops. The PH54GWT is a Professional model with illuminated buttons, four speeds, a damper and filter reminders, sitting 30 inches above the cooking surface.

On a canopy this wide, uneven performance is the usual complaint: strong in the middle, weak at the ends. We take that seriously, because it points to a restricted duct, a damper not opening fully, or baffles loaded at one side. Cleaning all of the filters and then watching the damper is a quick way to separate them.

Delay shut off is included and boost is not. Thermador lists the hood as no longer available with no successor, so we keep parts options in mind and talk with the owner before committing to a repair. The canopy is long and heavy, and any work that needs it lowered gets a second technician and proper support.

Key features

• 54-inch Professional wall hood
• Built-in, ducted; 18H×53 15/16W×27D in
• Illuminated buttons and touch control
• 4 fan speeds
• Damper, clean filter reminders and delay shut off; no boost
• Mounting height 30 in. over cooktop