Control and handling

Control knobs with illuminated ring display the active cooking zones and output levels. Electronic power control in 12 stages (1…12) enables precise adjustment, while the two colour display (white / orange) supports user-friendly operation. Functions such as the flex function, frying sensor, booster, stopwatch, short-term timer, options menu and power management are operated via these controls.

Home Connect and connectivity

Selected digital services via Gaggenau Home Connect include cooktop-based ventilation control with a suitable hood, remote monitoring and remote diagnostics. An integrated WiFi module enables these services. The availability of Home Connect functionality depends on the availability of Home Connect Services in the country. Power consumption in networked standby is 1.9 W, and 0.5 W with the display off. The user manual explains how to switch off the WiFi module.

Safety features

• Operation indicator.
• Pot detection.
• 2 stage Hh residual heat indicator for each zone.
• Safety shut-off.

Planning and installation notes

The horizontal positioning of the knobs may be aligned with the specific cooking areas. If the panel is more than 23 mm thick, the drawing for installation of the control knob must be observed, as a recess at the rear is required. The bearing capacity and stability, particularly for thin worktops, must be supported with suitable substructures, taking into account appliance weight and additional loads.

Installation is possible in worktops made of stone, synthetics or solid wood. Heat resistance and watertight sealing of the cut edges must be ensured. For other materials, the worktop manufacturer should be consulted. The groove must be continuous and even so that the appliance can be placed uniformly on the gasket; discontinuous lining should not be used. Joint width may vary due to size tolerances of combinations and worktop cut-outs.

When installing several appliances in individual cut-outs, a division bar of minimum 50 mm between cut-outs is required. The appliance can be snapped into the worktop from above.

Cookware guidance

The cooktop operates only with magnetic (induction) iron pots and pans. For optimal heat distribution, sandwich bottom cookware is recommended. A large cooking zone supports pots up to ø 32 cm and is ideal for use with an original round-bottom wok pan and wok ring.

Optional accessories

• CA050300: Flex pan set, 3 pcs.
• CA051300: Teppan Yaki (large)
• CA052300: Griddle Plate
• CA055300: Flex pan large
• WP400001: Wok pan
• WZ400000: Wok ring

Installation accessories

• CKI450000: 5 knobs, induction, black
• CKI450010: 5 knobs, induction, stainless steel
• VA420004: Connecting strip Serie 400, flush, short

Special accessories (order as spare parts)

• Part No. 17006018 – Frying sensor pan, ø 20 cm
• Part No. 17006184 – Frying sensor pan, ø 24 cm
• Part No. 17006185 – Frying sensor pan, ø 28 cm
• Part No. 17006019 – Frying sensor pan, ø 32 cm