Prepare Installation Space; Cutting Out Countertop - Gaggenau VI 414 613 Notice De Montage

Prepare Installation Space

P r e p a r e I n s t a l l a t i o n S p a c e
C reate the cut-out in the countertop according to the
installation diagram. The angle of the cut surface to the
countertop must be 90°.
The lateral cut-out edges must be flat in order to ensure
that the retaining springs are positioned properly on the
appliance. With multi-layered countertops, secure strips
laterally in the cut-out if necessary.
After creating cut-out, remove shavings. Seal cut
surfaces in a heat- and water-resistant manner.
Observe minimum distance between device underside
and cabinet surfaces of
The worktop into which the cooktop is installed must be
heat-resistant up to 140° F (90 °C).
The worktop must be reinforced if it is less than
(20 mm) thick.
If the thickness of the worktop into which the cooktop is
installed does not comply with the specifications,
reinforce the worktop using a fire- and water-resistant
material until it reaches the minimum thickness.
Otherwise, sufficient stability cannot be assured.
The worktop into which the cooktop is installed should
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withstand loads of approx. 133 lbs (60 kg).
Confirm the cooktop is level only after it has been
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installed.

Cutting out countertop

3 / " (10 mm).
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Flush mounting: Flush mounting into a countertop is
possible.
/ inch
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Flush installation: The appliance can be installed in the
following temperature- and water-resistant countertops:
Stone countertops
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Plastic countertops (such as Corian®)
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Solid wood countertops: Only in consultation with the
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manufacturer of the countertop (seal cut-out edges)
Installation in other countertops only in consultation
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with the manufacturer of the countertop.
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).
Prepare Installation Space
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