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Basic operation

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Position the cookware
in the middle of the
burner, otherwise it
may tip over.

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Do not position large
cookware on the burn-
ers close to the con-
trols.

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The controls may be
damaged due to over-
heating.

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Place the cookware on
the pan supports.

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Never place the cook-
ware directly on the
burner.

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Before using the appli-
ance, ensure that the
pan supports and the
gas burner covers are
positioned correctly.

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Handle the cookware
that is on the cooktop
carefully.

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Do not bang on the
hob.

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Do not place heavy
weights on the cook-
top.

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Never use multiple
burners to heat up
cookware. The build-
up of heat that results
from this will damage
the appliance.

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Do not heat grill
stones or paella pans.

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Only use cookware up
to the maximum per-
missible diameter.
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"Suitable cookware",

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When cooking with a
wok, use the wok ring.

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Place the wok ring
over the wok burner
onto the pan support.

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Ensure that the wok is
stable on the wok ring
when you are cooking.

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Use a high-quality wok
with a domed base.

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A wok with a flat base
is not stable on the
wok ring and may
overturn.

8  Basic operation

8.1 Positioning wok burner parts

You can find out how to correctly position the burner
parts here.

1.

Ensure that the burner parts are clean and dry.

2.

Ensure that the individual parts of the burners are fit-
ted in their exact position and are straight; other-
wise, this may result in ignition problems or prob-
lems during operation.

3.

Fit the burner head such that the thermocouple is
positioned in the corresponding recess on the
burner head.

4.

The locking catch on the burner ring must click into
place in the corresponding recess on the burner
head.

8.2 Fitting burner parts

You can find out how to correctly position the burner
parts here.

1.

Ensure that the burner parts are clean and dry.

2.

Ensure that the individual parts of the burners are fit-
ted in their exact position and are straight; other-
wise, this may result in ignition problems or prob-
lems during operation.

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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