Gaggenau VL 040-107, VL 041-107 User Manual

Operating and assembly instructions

VL 040/041-107

Hob ventilator

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VL 040/041

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Preface

1. Important notes Page 3-4

1.1 For your safety Page 3

1.2 Operating for the first time Page 4

2. Structure and operating principle Page 5

2.1 Structure of the appliance Page 5

2.2 Accessories Page 5

3. Operation Page 6

4. Cleaning and care Page 7

5. Maintenance Page 7

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Preface

With your new hob ventilator, working in the
kitchen will be even more fun.

The appliance offers you the following

advantages:

– Kitchen vapours and fats are sucked away

directly where they arise.

– One-hand operation ensures high operating

convenience.

To ensure that you will be able to use this
appliance in all its diversity, read through
the operating and assembly instructions
conscientiously before operating it for the
first time. The instructions contain important
notes on use, installation and maintenance of
the appliance.

On the following page you will find important
notes on safety and operation. These will serve
to ensure your personal safety and the lasting
value of your appliance.

You will find notes on Page 4 that you ought to
observe before operating the appliance for

the first time.
Tips and hints in the chapter entitled "Cleaning

and care" will make sure that your appliance will

stay operable and beautiful for a long time.

And now we wish you lots of fun with your
new hob ventilator.

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VL 041-107

VL 040-107

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1. Important notes

1.1 For your safety

Damaged appliances must not be operated.

The appliance must only be connected by an
authorised specialist, paying attention to the
relevant regulations of the power supply companies
and the regional construction regulations.

Also observe the assembly instructions!
Connecting cables must not come into contact

with hot cooking surfaces.
Hazardous or explosive substances and vapours

must not be extracted!
The user is responsible for expert use and the

perfect condition of the appliance.
Never operate the appliance without a grease

filter.

Only ever operate the appliance under
supervision. The appliance is intended solely for

use in the household and must not be put to any
other uses.

Caution! Over-greased filters are a fire risk! Only
ever deep-fry next to the appliance under constant
supervision. Pay attention to cleaning the grease
filter on a regular basis.

Do not clean the appliance with a steam cleaning
apparatus or with water pressure because this
poses a risk of short-circuits.

Isolate the appliance from the mains during every
maintenance operation. To do this, remove the
mains plug or actuate the corresponding fuse. If the
mains plug is not accessible, the appliance must be
deenergised by means of the domestic installation
fuse.

In the event of malfunctions, first of all check
the household fuses. If the malfunction has nothing
to do with the power supply, please contact your
specialist dealer or your responsible Gaggenau
after-sales service. Repairs must be carried out by
authorised specialists, thus ensuring electrical
safety.

No warranty claims can be lodged in the event
of damage caused by failure to observe these
instructions.

Fire risk! It is not permitted to flambé meals next
to a hob ventilator that is in operation.

You may only ever use a grill or a deep fryer at
the same time as the hob ventilator if it is under
constant supervision.

This will involve a fire risk!
Do not place any objects on the appliance; this

will have a detrimental effect on functioning.
If you have installed the hob extractors VL 040/041

next to a gas appliance, each has to be fitted with
an air baffle LS 041 while cooking. The air baffle not
only improves the air flow of the extractor next to a
gas appliance, but also prevents a flame which has
been set to a low level from being extinguished.

Technical modifications reserved.

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1.2 Operating for the first time

Before operating the appliance for the first time,
please pay attention to the following notes:

– Conscientiously read through the operating

and assembly instructions before operating the
appliance for the first time.

– The rating plate for this appliance is included

with the instructions on a separate sheet. Store
the rating plate in the same location as your
operating and assembly instructions. You need
the rating plate for possible damage and warranty
cases.

– Remove the packaging from the appliance and

dispose of it properly. Pay attention to the fact that
there are accessories in the packaging.
Keep packaging elements out of the reach of
children!

– Thoroughly clean the appliance before using it

for the first time. (see chapter entitled "Cleaning
and care")

– Before operating the appliance for the first

time, check that the mains connection is in proper
working order.

2.1 Structure of the appliances

2.2 Accessories

1 Ventilation grille
2 Control knob (VL 041-107 only)
3 Clamping screw
4 Retaining bracket
5 Suction extraction connection

Special accessories:
AS 070-000: connection piece for extension during

assembly (fig. 4)

VV 200-000: connecting trim
RV 050-150: bifurcated pipe for joining 2 x DN 125

into DN 150 (fig. 5)

LS 041-000: air baffle

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2. Structure and operating principle

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Switching on

Switching off

Note:

VL 040 can only be operated in combination with
VL 041 or VL 051. All operator inputs apply to both
hob ventilators. That is to say: if you set the control
knob to level 1, both hob ventilators are operated
at level 1.

Switching on

Turn the control knob to the right to the position you
require (0-2).

Switching off

Turn the control knob to the left to the 0 position.

3. Operation

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Caution:

Avoid sharp and caustic cleaning agents as well as
brushes and abrasive cleaners.

The stainless steel frontages must only be
cleaned with a soft cloth.
Do not use any abrasive sponges either. Use
commercially available window cleaner and apply it
to a soft, moist cloth. Do not spray it onto the switch
panel.

Clean the ventilation grille with a moist cloth
and detergent solution. You should not clean the
ventilation grille in a dishwasher because spots
may appear on the ventilation grille.

Grease filter cleaning

You can clean the metal grease filters in a
dishwasher at a maximum temperature of 65°C.
Place the grease filter in the dishwasher with the
opening pointing down to ensure that no food
remainders will stay on it.

Proceed as follows: (fig. 8)
– Detach the ventilation grille.
– Turn up the two retaining wires and detach the

grease filter from the appliance.

Insert in the reverse order.

First disconnect the appliance from the mains
before carrying out any repairs.
In the event of malfunctions, first of all check
the household fuses.
If the power supply is in proper working order,
but the appliance is nevertheless not functioning,
then please contact your specialist dealer or your
responsible Gaggenau after-sales service. Specify
the appliance type. To this end, have a look at the
rating plate, which is included with the operating
and assembly instructions.

4. Cleaning and care

5. Maintenance

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Repairs must only be carried out by authorised
specialists, thus ensuring the safety of the
appliance. Improper tampering will render all
warranty claims null and void.

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The grease filters must be cleaned on a regular
basis (at the latest after 30 hours of operation).
Overgreased filters are a fire risk!

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