Prepare Installation Space; Cutting Out Countertop - Gaggenau VL 414 110 Installation Instructions Manual

Prepare Installation Space

The kitchen unit must be heat-resistant to at least
200° F (90°C). The stability of the unit must be
maintained after producing the cut-out.
Produce the cut-out in the countertop for one or more
Vario appliances as shown in the installation sketch. The
angle between the cut surface and the countertop must
be 90°.
The cut edges at the sides must be flat to ensure a good
fit of the retaining springs on the appliance. In
laminated worktops, it may be necessary to fit strips at
the sides of the cut-out.
Remove shavings after cutting. Seal cut surfaces for
resistance to heat and so they are watertight.
Pay attention to a minimum gap of 3/8" (10 mm) from the
underside of the appliance to kitchen units.
Use suitable base constructions to ensure load-carrying
capacity and stability, especially in the case of thin
countertops. Pay attention to the weight of the
appliance, including any payload. Reinforcement
material used must be resistant to heat and moisture.
Note: Wait until the appliance has been installed in the
installation opening before checking that it is level.

Cutting out countertop

Flush mounting:
possible.
P r e p a r e I n s t a l la t i o n S p a c e
Flush installation:
following temperature- and water-resistant countertops:
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Installation in countertops made of particleboard is not
possible.
Note: Any cut-out work on the countertop must be
performed in a workshop according to the installation
diagram. The cut-out must be made cleanly and
precisely since the cut-out edge is visible on the
surface. Clean and degrease the cut-out edges with a
suitable cleaning agent (bear in mind silicone
manufacturer's processing instructions).
Flush mounting into a countertop is
The appliance can be installed in the
Stone countertops
Plastic countertops (such as Corian®)
Solid wood countertops: Only in consultation with
the manufacturer of the countertop (seal cut-out
edges)
Installation in other countertops only in
consultation with the manufacturer of the
countertop.
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