Gaggenau VL041714 Instruction manual

Gaggenau

USE AND CARE MANUAL
GUIDE D'UTILISATIONETD'ENTRETIEN

MANUAL DE USO YCUIDADO

VL 040 714
VL 041 714

Downdraft ventilation
Aérateur de plan de cuisson
Extractor de superficie

Table of Contents 3

Table de Matières 11

Contenido 19

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Table of Contents

Additional information on products,accessories,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4

Generalnotes 4
Fire Safety 4
Child Safety 5
Cleaning Safety 5
Proper Installationand Maintenance 5
Safe use 6
Causes of damage 6

Yournew appliance7

Downdraft ventilation 7
Accessories 7
Special accessories 7
Operating mode 8
Exhaust air mode 8
Circulating air mode 8

Operation 8

Switching on 8
Switching off 8

Product info

replacement parts and services can be found at

www.gaggenau.com and in the online shop
www.gaggenau-eshop.com

Care and cleaning 9

Cleaning appliance 9
Inserting and removing metal grease filters 9
Cleaning metal grease filters 9
Do not use these cleaning agents 10

Customer service 10

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IMPORTANTSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When properly cared for, your new
appliance has been designed to be safe and reliable.
Read all instructions carefullybefore use. These
precautions will reduce the risk of burns, electric
shock, fire, and injury to persons. When using kitchen
appliances, basic safety precautions must be
followed, including those in the following pages.

General notes

The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage
causedbynon-adherencetothe instructions.

Check device for visible damage afterunpacking it.
Don't plug in device in the event of transport damage.

This appliance is not intended for operationwith an
external time switchorexternal remote control.

Adults and children must neveroperate the appliance
without supervision if they are eitherphysicallyor
mentally incapable or if they lackthe necessary
knowledge and experience to operate the appliance
correctly and safely. Don't let children play with the
appliance or packaging material.

Fire Safety

Always have aworking smoke detector near the
kitchen.

WARNING: Risk of fire: If the VL 040/041 downdraft
ventilators are installed next to agas appliance, an air
baffle (LS 041000)mustbeused.This prevents the
flame from being drawn into the fan. Thus, afilter
soaked in grease cannot be ignited by the gas flame.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF AGREASE
FIRE:

a) Never leave surface units unattended at high

settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low
or mediumsettings.

b) Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat

or when flambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette,
Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).

c) Clean ventilatingfans frequently. Grease should

not be allowed to accumulateonfan or filter.

d) Use proper pan size. Always use cookware

appropriatefor the size of the surface element.

CAUTION: Do not flambé under the extractor hood or
work with anaked flame. When switched on, the
extractor hood draws flames into the filter.

CAUTION: For general ventilatinguse only. Do not
use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and
vapors.
Do not operate any fan with adamaged cord or plug.
Discard fan or return to an authorized service facility
for examination and/or repair.

Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord
with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Do not
route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange
cord away from traffic area and where it will not be
tripped over.

In the event that personal clothing or hair catches fire,
drop and roll immediately to extinguishflames.

Smother flames from food fires other than grease fires
with baking soda. Never use water on cooking fires.

WARNING: TO REDUCETHE RISK OF INJURY TO
PERSONS IN THE EVENTOFARANGETOP
GREASEFIRE,OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

‒ SMOTHERFLAMES with aclose-fitting lid,

cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the
burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS.If
the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE
AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.

‒ NEVER PICKUPAFLAMINGPAN –You may be

burned.

‒ DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths

or towels –aviolent steam explosion will result.

‒ Use an extinguisher ONLYif:

‒ You know you have aClass ABC extinguisher,

and you already know how to operate it.

‒ The fire is small and contained in the area

where it started.

‒ The fire department is being called
‒ You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

Whenever possible, do not operate the ventilation
system during acooktop fire. However, do not reach
throughfire to turn it off.

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ChildSafety

WARNING: Risk of asphyxiation: through

packaging material. Never let children play with
packaging material.

When children become old enough to use the
appliance, it is the legal responsibility of the parents
or legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in
safe practicesbyqualified persons.

Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit, or hang
on any part of an appliance, especially adoor,
warming drawer, or storage drawer. This can damage
the appliance, and the unit may tip over, potentially
causing severe injury.

Do not allow children to use this appliance unless
closelysupervised by an adult. Children and pets
should not be left alone or unattended in the area
where the appliance is in use. They should never be
allowed to play in its vicinity, whether or not the
appliance is in use.

CAUTION: Items of interest to children should not be
stored in an appliance, in cabinets above an appliance
or on the backsplash. Children climbing on an
appliance to reach items could be seriously injured.

Cleaning Safety

WARNING: Be sure the entire appliance (including

the grease filters and light bulbs, if applicable)has
cooledand grease has solified before attempting to
clean any part of the appliance.

WARNING: Risk of burns, electrical shock: by
appliance. Always let appliance cool down prior to
cleaning or maintenance. Turn off fuse or unplug
power plug.

properly grounded outlet. Refer to Installation
Instructions for details.

This appliance is intended for normal family
household use only. It is not approved for outdoor
use. See the Warranty.Ifyou have any questions,
contact the manufacturer.

Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors,
flammables or nonfood products in or near this
appliance. It is specificallydesigned for use when
heating or cooking food. The use of corrosive
chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the
appliance and could result in injury.

Do not operate this appliance if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged. Contact an
authorized servicer.

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance
unless specificallyrecommended in this manual. Refer
all servicing to afactory authorized service center.

CAUTION: Grease left on filters can remelt and move
into the vent.

WARNING: Mortal danger, risk of poisoning:

through back-suctioned combustion gases. Never
operate appliance in exhaust air mode simultaneously
with afire-powered appliance that relies on ambient
air if sufficient air supply has not been provided for.

Fire-powered appliances that rely on ambient air (e.g.
gas, oil, wood or coal-powered heaters, flow heaters,
water heaters) draw on combustion air from the room
where they're installed and direct the exhaust fumes
throughanexhaust system (e.g. chimney),out of the
building.

WARNING: Risk of electrical shock: Don't use a
high-pressure cleaner or steam cleaner.

CAUTION: Damage to appliance: Do not remove
control knobs for cleaning.

Proper Installation and
Maintenance

Have the installer show you the location of the circuit
breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.

This appliance must be properly installed and
grounded by aqualified technician. Connect only to

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In combination with an activated range hood, ambient
air is drawn from the kitchenand neighboring rooms—
insufficient supply air may cause low pressure.
Poisonous gases from the chimney or exhaust shaft
may be suctionedback into the living space.

▯ That's why sufficient supply air must always be

provided for.

▯ An air supply /exhaust wall duct alone doesn't

ensure adherencetothe limit value.

Safe operation is only possibleifthe low pressure in
the room where the stove is installed does not exceed
4Pa(0.04mbar). This can be achieved if the air
requiredfor combustionisable to flow in through
uncloseable openings such as in doors, windows, in
combination with an air supply /exhaust wall duct or
through other technical measures.

In any case, consult the master chimney sweep
responsible, who can assess the entire ventilation
network of the building and suggest asuitable
ventilation method.

WARNING: Risk of electrical shock: through
damaged connection cable.Don't bend or pinch
connection cable during installation.

Causes of damage

CAUTION: Risk of corrosion damage. Always turn on

appliance when cooking to avoid formation of
condensation.Condensation can cause corrosion
damage.

WARNING: Risk of burns, injury: through damaged
connection cable.Damaged connection cable must be
replaced by an licensed specialist (electrician).

WARNING: Danger of injury: by sharp edges during
installation. Alwayswear protective glovesduring
installation of the appliance.

Safe use

WARNING: Do not repair, replace or remove any part

of the appliance unless specifically recommended in
the manuals. Improper installation, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Refer to this manual for guidance. All other servicing
should be done by aqualified technician.

WARNING: Risk of burns: by hot appliance when
used with cooking appliances. Keep children away
and ensure proper use.

WARNING: Risk of injury, damage: through
objects set down on the appliance. Never place
objects on the appliance.

WARNING: Risk of short circuit: The cable
insulation of electrical appliances can melt. Never
place connection cable on the hot cooking zones.

WARNING: Risk of fire: Overly greasy filters pose a
risk of catching fire! Never deep-fry or grill next to the
appliance without paying careful attention. Clean
grease filters regularly.

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Your new appliance

Here you'll get to know your new appliance and find
information about accessories.

Downdraft ventilation

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Accessories

The following accessoriesare included in the scope
of delivery:

▯ Metal grease filter
▯ Cover grille

Special accessories

You can orderthe following accessoriesfrom your
specialist dealer:

▯ AD 724040:Connection piecefor cylindrical duct

(nominaldiameter 125 mm)

▯ AS 070000: Connection piece for extension at

installation

▯ LS 041000: Air baffle

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▯ VV 200014: Stainless steel connection strip

Supplementary appliances

▯ AR 400740: Inside fan
▯ AR 401740: Outside fan

▯ AR 413720: Air circulation module
▯ AA 413160: Filter for air circulation module

All fans achieve maximum air output without ducts or
filters attached.

Use the accessories only as indicated. The
manufacturer assumes no liability for incorrect usage
of the accessories.

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Operating mode

You can use this appliance in exhaust air or circulating
air mode.

Exhaust air mode

The inducted air is cleaned by the
grease filter and ventedout of the
building through apipe system.

▯ The exhaust must not be ventedthrough a

chimney or shaftthat is simultaneously used to
ventilate rooms with fire-powered appliances
installed.

▯ Shouldthe exhaust be vented through asmokeor

exhaust chimney that is not in operation, the
masterchimney sweep responsiblemust give his
approval.

▯ If the exhaust is vented through the outside wall, a

telescopicwallconduit shouldbeused.

Operation

Thoroughly clean the appliance and accessoriesprior
to initial use.

Note: VL 040 can only be operated in combination
with VL 041. All operating indications apply to both
downdraft ventilators. That is: If you set the control
knob to level1,both downdraft ventilators are set to
level1.

Switching on

Turn the control knob right to
the desired position (0-4).

Circulating air mode

The inducted air is cleaned by the
grease filters and an activated carbon
filter and then fed back to the kitchen.

Note: In order to suppress odors in circulating air
mode, you must install an activated carbon filter. You
will find the various possibilities for running the device
in circulating air mode in the manual or ask your
specialist dealer. You can obtain the necessary
accessories at aspecialist store, through customer
service or at the online shop. You will find the
accessory numbers at the end of the instruction
manual.

Switching off

Turn the control knob leftto
the 0position.

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Care and cleaning

In this chapter you will find tips and information on
optimal care and cleaning of your appliance.

WARNING: Risk of burns: The appliance

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grows hot during operation. Let appliance cool
down prior to cleaning.

WARNING: Risk of electricalshock: Don't

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use ahigh-pressure cleaner or steam cleaner.

Cleaning appliance

Note: The appliance surface and control elements

can be scratched easily. You can order appropriate
cleaning agents or care productsfor your device
using the hotline or the online shop. Bear in mind the
warrantyconditionsinthe enclosed service booklet
and the following cleaning information:

▯ Clean the surfaces with asoft, damp cloth and

dishwashing liquid or amild window cleaner.
Moisten dried-on grime with adamp cloth. Don't
scratch!

▯ Only clean stainless steel surfaces in the

direction of the polish lines.

▯ Don't use stainless steel cleaner for control

elements.

Insertingand removing metal
greasefilters

1 Remove ventilation grille.
2 Turnboth retaining wires upward and removethe

grease filter from the appliance.

The filter is inserted in reverse order.

Cleaning metal greasefilters

The metal grease filters used collectthe greasy
content of the cooking fumes. With normal use (1 to 2
hours aday), clean the metal grease filters about
every three months.

Notes

‒ Don't use any harsh, acidic or causticcleaning

agents.

‒ You can clean the metal grease filters in the

dishwasher or by hand.

In the dishwasher:

Note: Should you wash them in the dishwasher, slight

discolorations may occur. This does not impair the
functionality of the metal grease filter.

▯ Do not wash very dirty metal grease filters

together with dishes.

▯ Place the metal grease filters loosely in the

dishwasher. They mustnot become stuck.

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