Gaggenau Wok Product guide

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FOR YOUR SAFETY Page 2
Warnings Page 3
Preface Page 4
1. Important notes Page 5-6
1.1 For your safety Page 5
1.2 Operating for the first time Page 5
1.3 About use Page 6
2. Structure and operating princip e Page 7-8
2.1 tructure Page 7
2.2 pecial accessories Page 7
2.3 Operating principle Page 8
3. Operation Page 9
4. C eaning and care Page 10
5. Maintenance Page 11
5.1 General Page 11
5.2 Remedying slight malfunctions yourself Page 11
6. Technica data / Tab e Page 12
7. Practica tips Page 13-14
7.1 Accessories Page 13
7.2 Cooking in the wok Page 13
7.3 Recipes Page 14
8. Assemb y instructions Page 15-20
8.1 Important notes Page 15
8.2 Gas connection / electrical connection Page 16
8.3 Nozzle replacement Page 17-19
8.4 Installing the appliance Page 20
VG 231 CA

FOR YOUR AFETY
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WARNING: If the information in this
manua is not fo owed exact y, a fire or
exp osion may resu t causing property
damage, persona injury or death.
Do not store or use gaso ine or other
f ammab e vapors and iquids in the
vicinity of this or any other app iance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
– Do not try to ight any app iance.
– Do not touch any e ectrica switch;
do not use any phone in your bui ding.
– Immediate y ca your gas supp ier
from a neighbor’s phone. Fo ow the
gas supp ier’s instructions.
– If you cannot reach your gas supp ier,
ca the fire department.
Insta ation and service must be
performed by a qua ified insta er,
service agency or the gas supp ier.

1. Do not allow the flame to extend beyond the
edge of the cooking utensil. This instruction is
based on safety considerations.
2. Do not forget that the unit becomes hot when in
use. Common sense is important. Just because
the flame is out, it does not mean parts still
cannot be hot.
3. This appliance shall not be used for space
heating. This instruction is based on safety
considerations.
4. Be sure to disconnect the electrical supply
before disassembly of the appliance.
5. Keep the appliance area clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
6. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and
ventilation air.
7. Cabinets installed above the gas cooktop must
have a minimum distance of 600 mm (24”).
8. The gas pressure regulator supplied with the
appliance must be installed in line with the gas
pipe.
9. The appliance and its individual shutoff valve
must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing of the
system at test pressures in excess of 3,5 kPa
(1/2 psig). The appliance must be isolated from
the gas supply piping system by closing its
individual manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping system
at test pressures equal to or less than 3,5 kPa
(1/2 psig).
10.Important:
When using a very large pot, leave a gap of at
least 50 mm (2") to avoid damaging any parts in
counter top wood, plastic or other non-heat-
resistant materials. Never leave oil or hot fat
unattended.
Note:
To avoid jeopardising the electrical safety of the
appliance, it is forbidden to use high-pressure or
steam jet cleaning devices.
Note:
The name plate is attached to the bottom of the unit
and to the inside of the housing.
On y for insta ation in USA:
This installation must conform to local codes or, in
absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, AN I Z 223.1-1988.
The installer must leave these instructions with the
appliance, and the consumer should retain them for
future reference. If an external electrical source is
utilized, the appliance must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes, with the
National Electrical Code AN I/NFPA 70-1993.
On y for insta ation in Canada:
This installation must conform local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the current CAN/CGA-
B 149 Installation Code. The installer must leave
these Instructions with the appliance and the
Consumer should retain them for future reference.
This appliance when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the current C A
tandard C 22.1-Canadian Electrical Code, Part I.
For mobile Housing and Recreational Vehicle
installation must conform with the following:
CAN/C A Z240 MH
CAN/C A Z240 RV
Installation Requirement For Gas Burning
Appliances And Equipment In Mobile Homes C A
tandard C 22:1 - Canadian Electrical Code Part 1
and /or local Codes.
Warnings
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Cooking with your new gas cooker wi be
even more fun than before.
The appliance offers you the following
advantages:
– Regulation from hot to cold in seconds.
– High safety standard thanks to thermal
protection elements for all burners.
– Thanks to the novel installation method
implemented, installation is child's play!
To ensure that you will be able to use this appli-
ance 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.
You will find notes on page 5 that you ought to
observe before operating the app iance for the
first time.
The chapters entitled “Structure and operating
princip e" and “Operation" tell you all the
things your cooker is capable of doing and how
to operate the appliance.
The chapter entitled “C eaning and care" will
make sure that your appliance will stay operable
and beautiful for a long time.
And now we wish you ots of fun cooking.
Preface
Fig. 1

1.1 For your safety
You must not operate the appliance if it is damaged.
When connecting electrical appliances in the pro-
ximity of the appliance, make sure that connecting
leads do not come into contact with hot cooking
surfaces!
As the user, you yourself are responsible for
maintenance and proper use in the household.
Only ever operate the appliance under supervision.
Make sure that the burner parts are correctly fitted.
The appliance must only be operated with a wok, a
pot or a pan on a ring.
Note:
If you have fitted the appliance cover VD 201-010
(special accessory) on the appliance, it must not be
closed until the appliance has cooled down
completely. Do not operate the appliance with the
cover closed! Heat development may damage the
appliance and the cover. Do not use the appliance
cover as a surface for placing objects or for
keeping things warm.
Note:
The appliance must not be combined with hob
ventilators (VL 041/051).
Important: the appliance heats up during
operation. Keep children away
Do not clean the appliance with a steam cleaning
apparatus or with water pressure – 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.
Close the gas supply.
Repairs must be carried out by authorised
specialists, thus ensuring electrical safety.
No warranty claims can be lodged for any damage
resulting from failure to observe these instructions.
Observe caution with oils and fats. They may
overheat and burn easily. Foodstuffs that are
prepared in fat and oil (e.g. French fries) must only
be prepared under constant supervision!
Technica modifications reserved.
1.2 Operating for the first time
Before operating the appliance for the first time,
please pay attention to the following notes:
The appliance must only be connected by an
authorised specialist.
Read through these instructions attentively before
operating the appliance for the first time.
Note:
The rating plate for this appliance is included on
a separate sheet. Keep the rating plate in a safe
place along with your operating and assembly
instructions.
Remove the packaging from the appliance and
dispose of it properly.
Keep packaging elements away from children.
Thoroughly clean the appliance and accessories
before using them for the first time. This will
eliminate any “newness" smells and soiling (see
chapter entitled “Cleaning and care").
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1. Important notes