Gaggenau VL 051-907 Product guide

Operating and assembly instructions
VL 051-907
utomatically extendible hob ventilator
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VL 051-907
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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
1.3 bout use Page 4
2. Structure and operating principle Page 5
2.1 Structure of the appliance Page 5
2.2 Control panel Page 5
2.3 ccessories Page 5
3. Operation Page 6
4. Cleaning and care Page 7-8
5. Maintenance Page 9
6. Assem ly instructions Page 10-15
6.1 Technical data Page 10
6.2 Important notes Page 10
6.3 Electrical connection Page 11
6.4 Installation next to a gas hob Page 11
6.5 Installation Page 12-15

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Preface
With your new ho ventilator, working in the
kitchen will e even more fun.
The appliance offers you the following
advantages:
– Kitchen vapours and fats are sucked away
directly where they arise.
– The advantages of a hob ventilator are
combined with those of a single-point extractor.
To ensure that you will be able to use this
appliance in all its diversity, read through the
operating and assembly instructions
conscientiously efore operating it for the first
time. The instructions contain important notes
on use, installation and maintenance of the appli-
ance.
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 efore operating the appliance for
the first time.
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 ho ventilator.
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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 o serve the assem ly instructions!
Connecting ca les 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.
Do not place any o jects on the appliance;
this will have a detrimental effect on functioning.
Do not place any objects under the swivel arm
when it is extended. Make sure that there are no
obstacles in the swivel and entry range.
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.
After a power failure, the hob ventilator will not
switch on automatically, but must be reset instead
by any operator action.
When operated next to gas appliances, the swivel
arm must be extended at least to the top edge of
the pan as otherwise the flame of the gas burner
will be impaired. Gas appliances may only be
used next to a hob ventilator when pots and pans
are placed on them! Please note that a wok must
not e installed next to a ho ventilator.
No warranty claims can be lodged in the event
of damage caused by failure to observe these
instructions.
Caution! Over-greased filters are a fire risk! Only
ever deep-fry under the extractor under constant
supervision. Pay attention to cleaning the grease
filter on a regular basis.
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!
When the ventilator is installed next to gas
appliances, swivelling of the boom in the direction
of the gas must be prevented by an additionally
fitted pin (see assembly instructions).
Caution! The appliance may get very hot!
Risk of urns!
Technical modifications reserved.

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1.2 Operating for the first time
1.3 A out use
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 acces-
sories 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.
– Do not pour any liquids into the tub!
If liquid should have inadvertently penetrated into
the tub, wipe it out immediately.
– If the swivel arm gets soiled during operation,
clean it efore moving it in.

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2.1 Structure of the appliance
2.2 Control panel
2.3 Accessories
1Grease filter
2Lid
3Swivel arm
4Tub
5Control panel
6“Height adjustment" control knob
7Grease filter pilot lamp
8“Power level" control knob with the positions
0, 1, 2, 3, after-running stage and grease filter
indication
You can order the following special accessories:
VV 200-000: connecting trim
AR 070-051: flat luflex duct (app. 40 cm long)
AS 081-051: attachment plate for GB 031
AS 090-051: 2 deflectors for installation with
flat duct
2. Structure and operating principle
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Switching on
– Turn the “Power level" control knob to the
required position on the right.
The boom moves automatically to the frying
position, and it can then be extended continuously
up to its fully extended position (cooking position)
by turning the “Height adjustment" knob.
You can also extend the boom to the required
position before switching on the appliance.
In the cooking position (height 100-410 mm), the
boom can be swivelled manually; its swivel radius
depends on its height when extended.
If the swivel arm is extended without an output level
having been set, as from the roasting position the
connected fan module automatically runs at a basic
level.
Switching off
– Turn the “Power level" control knob to the 0
position on the left.
– Turn the “Height adjustment" knob to the left to
retract the boom. The boom turns automatically to
its defined starting position in the trough.
After-running
– Turn the control knob to the left to the ( fter-
running) position.
The hob ventilator continues to run at stage 1 for
10 minutes.
– Turn the control knob to the 0 position if you wish
to prematurely end the after-running time.
Holiday protection
– The appliance switches itself off four hours after
the last operator action. It can be reset by any
operator input.
3. Operation
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Caution:
void sharp and caustic cleaning agents as well as
brushes and abrasive cleaners.
Clean the stainless steel tub with mild rinsing
detergent and apply stainless steel care agent to
the metal surfaces using a soft cloth.
Only clean the switch panel with a soft cloth. Do
not use any cleaning agent as it might be agressive
to the inscription markings.
Grease filter cleaning
The grease filter indication symbol lights up on the
operating panel after around 30 hours of operation.
Illumination of this symbol signals to you that the
grease filters have to be cleaned.
You can clean the metal grease filters in a dish-
washer at a maximum temperature of 65°C. To do
this, place the grease filters in the dishwasher in
such a way that it is cleaned completely.
Clean the the grease filter at least once a month.
Proceed as follows:
– Turn the “Height adjustment" control knob to the
right to extend the boom slightly. By doing so, you
can detach the cover easily.
– Detach the cover.
– Turn the two retaining wires up and remove the
grease filter from the appliance.
– Turn the control knob to the position (grease
filter indication). This resets the operating time.
Insert in the reverse order.
Caution!
Only clean the grease filter after the appliance has
cooled down.
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4. Cleaning and care
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Swivel arm cleaning
If the swivel arm gets very dirty, it can be dis-
mantled for cleaning. You can clean the swivel arm
in a dishwasher at a maximum temperature of 65°C.
Proceed as follows:
– Turn the “Height adjustment" control knob to the
right to extend the boom slightly. By doing so, you
can detach the cover easily.
– Detach the cover.
– Turn up the two retaining clips and remove the
grease filter from the appliance.
– Place the two included protective covers on the
tube opening to make sure that no small parts will
fall into the suction pipe.
– Using a suitable tool, undo the 3 cap nuts.
– Remove the protective cover.
Insert in the reverse order.
Caution!
Only clean the swivel arm after the appliance has
cooled down.
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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.
5. Maintenance
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.