Prepare Installation Space; Cutting Out Countertop - Gaggenau AL 400 721 Instrucciones De Instalación

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

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