The ultimate in modern kitchen technology: The VL 051 telescopic swivel ventilation system.
Form follows function: the sleek design of the telescopic swivel ventilator is award-winning: among several Gaggenau products, the VL051 has been honored in the oldest and most prestigous design competition in the world - the 2002 Good Design Award at the Chicago Athenaeum Museum for Architecture and Design. The direct ventilation system has two automatic positions: one at 2-1/4" above the cooking surface for grilling, and the other at the maximum 15-3/4" elevation for a saucepan. At the maximum height, the ventilator arm rotates through 90 degrees to either side. If the automatic positions prove less than ideal for the task at hand, you can always raise or lower the arm to precisely the required height using the control knob. After use, the arm centers itself and retracts into the cooktop automatically.

Continuous manual height adjustment
Turn the knob to raise and lower the arm to the right height. The arm adjusts to any position between grill and saucepan height, and rotates 90 degrees to either side in the sauce pan position.

Three power levels
The fan power level is controlled by a 3-stage switch.

Delayed shut-off function
The VL 051 direct ventilation system continues to run at level 1 for 10 minutes after you finish cooking to catch any vapor generated by the cooling appliance and utensils.

Filter saturation indicator
A flashing light on the control panel indicates when the grease filter needs cleaning. The practical stainless steel filter is easy to remove and is dishwasher safe.

Anti-trap sensor
A special sensor makes sure that nothing becomes trapped under the arm as it moves.

Best of The Year Award:	2007
Configuration:	Downdraft Hood

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