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Before using for the first time

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You can buy accessories from the after-sales service,
from specialist retailers or online. Only use original ac-
cessories, as these have been specifically designed for
your appliance.
Accessories vary from one appliance to another. When
purchasing accessories, always quote the exact
product number (E no.) of your appliance. → 

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You can find out which accessories are available for
your appliance in our catalogue, in the online shop or
from our after-sales service.

www.gaggenau.com

Accessories

Use

Wok pan WP400001

Recommended accessor-
ies for the induction wok
zone made of multi-layer
material. With a rounded
bottom and handle,
36 cm diameter, 6 litres,
height 10 cm.

6  Before using for the first time

Clean the appliance and accessories.

6.1 Placing burner parts in their correct
positions

Place all of the burner parts in their correct posi-
tions. 
→ 

"Fitting burner parts", Page 10

 

→ 

"Positioning wok burner parts", Page 10

6.2 Do not cover ventilation openings

Do not cover the ventilation openings on the rear of
the gas cooktop. 
→ 

"Familiarising yourself with your appliance",

Page 7

7  Cookware

This information has been provided to help you save energy and avoid damaging your cookware.

7.1 Suitable cookware

Burner

Maximum pan base diameter

Minimum pan base diameter

Standard-output burner

240 mm

90 mm

High-output burner

280 mm

90 mm

Wok burner

320 mm

160 mm

7.2 Using cookware

The selection and positioning of the cookware affects
the safety and energy efficiency of your appliance.

WARNING ‒ Risk of fire!

Flammable objects may ignite.

Maintain a distance of at least 50 mm between the
cookware and flammable objects.

WARNING ‒ Risk of injury!

An incorrectly positioned wok may cause injuries. The
wok is not stable and may overturn.

Use the wok only on the wok burner and the wok
ring. Never set the wok ring and wok on the stand-
ard output burner and high-output burner.

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Ensure that the size of
the cookware is suit-
able for the burner
size.

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Never use small items
of cookware on large
burners.

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Ensure that the flame
does not touch the
sides of the cookware.

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Do not use deformed
cookware.

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Deformed cookware is
not stable on the hob
and may tip over.

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Use cookware with a
thick, flat base.

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Do not cook without a
lid.

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Ensure that the lid
does not move.

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When cooking without
a lid, a large amount
of the energy escapes.

Summary of Contents for VG491115F

Page 1: ...en Information for Use VG491115F VG491215 Built in gas hob Gaggenau...

Page 2: ...2 A B C C A A Standard output burner 2 0 kW B Wok burner 5 8 kW C High output burner 4 0 kW...

Page 3: ...by children aged 8 or over and by people who have reduced physical sensory or mental abilities or inad equate experience and or knowledge provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on h...

Page 4: ...xtractor hood above it may become damaged or catch fire Only operate the gas burners with cook ware on them The appliance becomes very hot fabrics and other objects may ignite Keep fabrics e g garment...

Page 5: ...p packaging material away from chil dren Do not let children play with packaging ma terial Children may breathe in or swallow small parts causing them to suffocate Keep small parts away from children...

Page 6: ...t it Use cookware that is suitable for the quantity of food Large items of cookware containing little food need more energy to heat up Cook with only a little water The more water that is contained in...

Page 7: ...te 8 Control knob rear left hotplate 9 Control knob centre hotplate wok 10 Control knob front right hotplate 11 Control knob rear right hotplate 4 2 Control elements You can use the controls to config...

Page 8: ...r cover 2 Burner ring 3 Burner head 4 Ignition plug 5 Thermocouple for the flame monitoring 4 5 Individual parts of the wok burner You can find an overview of the parts of the wok burner here 1 2 3 4...

Page 9: ...arising yourself with your appliance Page 7 7 Cookware This information has been provided to help you save energy and avoid damaging your cookware 7 1 Suitable cookware Burner Maximum pan base diamete...

Page 10: ...port Ensure that the wok is stable on the wok ring when you are cooking Use a high quality wok with a domed base A wok with a flat base is not stable on the wok ring and may overturn 8 Basic operation...

Page 11: ...tched on this produces a short sound caused by the gas supply opening This noise is normal 8 5 Switching on the appliance after the safety shut off Requirement The safety shut off has switched off the...

Page 12: ...if ferent burners For cooking at low temperatures and with a long pre paration time e g melting soaking baking select the standard or high output burner For cooking at high temperatures and with a sho...

Page 13: ...and may create dull patches 1 Clean the control knob with warm soapy water and a soft cloth 2 Do not use too much water when cleaning 10 7 Using cleaning gel for burnt on dirt For hard to remove burn...

Page 14: ...between the ignition plugs and burners The safety valve for the gas line is closed Open the safety valve for the gas line The gas cylinder is empty Replace the gas cylinder Air in the gas line follow...

Page 15: ...ed When cleaning in the dishwasher the pan supports may become discoloured This is normal This discolouration does not affect their usability The appliance does not heat up After the appliance is swit...

Page 16: ...ailable from your specialist dealer or local author ity This appliance is labelled in accord ance with European Directive 2012 19 EU concerning used elec trical and electronic appliances waste electri...

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Page 20: ...4 81739 M nchen GERMANY www gaggenau com 9001798579 9001798579 en 021102 Valid within Great Britain Imported to Great Britain by BSH Home Appliances Ltd Grand Union House Old Wolverton Road Wolverton...

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