Gaggenau 200 Series AL200190 Downdraft

The Gaggenau AL200190 is a 90 cm table ventilation system for flush installation, designed to blend discreetly into the worktop when not in use. Its transparent ventilation screen and Guided Air technology deliver a high vapour catch rate across the whole cooktop, making it ideal for frameless induction cooktops. With ambient lighting through the glass edges, flexible fan unit installation and efficient air extraction or recirculation, it offers powerful yet subtle kitchen ventilation.

SKU:AL200190

EAN:4242006292829

Category::Cooker Hoods

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Key Features

90 cm table ventilation for flush installation – completely lowers into the worktop when not in use for elegant integration.

Transparent ventilation screen for discreet integration in the kitchen space.

Guided Air technology ensures high vapour catch rate across the whole cooktop.

Perfect combination with frameless induction cooktops 90 cm wide for flush mounting in a single worktop cut-out.

Ambient lighting through glass edges with white lighting changeable to any colour via the Home Connect App.

Telescopic, completely retractable design for combination with all Gaggenau cooktops.

Three power levels plus intensive mode with electronically controlled settings.

Automatic function with sensor-controlled run-on for continued ventilation after cooking.

High extraction performance – air extraction 519 / 833 m³/h; air recirculation 472 / 620 m³/h (with standard activated filters).

Quiet operation – sound power level 62 / 71 dB(A) (extraction) and 65 / 71 dB(A) (recirculation); sound level min. 41 dB / max. 62 dB normal mode.

Efficient brushless DC motor fan technology for high performance.

Two large-scale metal grease filters included, easy to remove and dishwasher-safe.

Grease and charcoal filter saturation indicators to signal when maintenance is required.

Overflow protection with 170 ml capacity in the grease filter and additional 600 ml in the remote fan unit.

Flexible fan unit installation at the front, at the back (without loss of drawer space), or at a distance up to 3 m (with accessory).

Integrated WiFi module for selected digital services via Home Connect, including remote control, monitoring and diagnostics.

Energy efficiency class A with energy consumption of 37.8 kWh/year.

Gaggenau Black anodised aluminium frame for a premium, coordinated finish.

Single user interface for power levels and Guided Air for intuitive operation.

Technical Spec

Product seriesTable ventilation 200 series

ModelAL200190

Width90 cm

Installation typeFlush installation in worktop; telescopic, completely retractable

Air extraction output (level 3 / Intensive)519 / 833 m³/h (according to EN 61591)

Air extraction sound power level (level 3 / Intensive)62 / 71 dB (A) re 1 pW (according to EN 60704-3)

Air recirculation output (level 3 / Intensive)472 / 620 m³/h (with standard activated filters)

Air recirculation sound power level (level 3 / Intensive)65 / 71 dB (A) re 1 pW

Sound level (normal mode)Minimum 41 dB / maximum 62 dB

Power levelsThree electronically controlled levels plus intensive mode

MotorBrushless DC motor fan technology

Energy efficiency classA (range of energy efficiency classes from A+++ to D)

Annual energy consumption37.8 kWh/year

Ventilation efficiency classA

Illumination efficiency class–

Grease filter efficiency classC

Grease filters2 large-scale metal grease filters, easy to remove, dishwasher-safe

Overflow capacity170 ml in grease filter; additional 600 ml in remote fan unit

LightingWhite ambient lighting through glass edges, adjustable to any colour via Home Connect App

Controls1 user interface for power levels; 1 user interface for Guided Air technology

Digital servicesHome Connect – cooktop-based ventilation control (with suitable cooktop), remote control and monitoring, remote diagnostics (availability depends on country)

WiFiIntegrated WiFi module; power consumption standby/display off 0.4 W

Total connected load300 W

Connecting cable1.3 m with plug

Equivalent ducting lengthLmax 28 m to ensure good performance

Compatible cooktops – flush, single cut-outFrameless cooktops 400 series (CX 492) or 200 series (CI 292); accessory VA 200 090 required between appliances

Compatible cooktops – surface mountedInduction cooktops 400 series (CX 492 / VI 492) or 200 series (CI 292) in two separate worktop cut-outs; accessory AA 200 900 required

Cabinet width options90 cm, 100 cm or 120 cm

Installation positionsIn cabinet or between two cabinets (e.g. island installation deeper than 100 cm)

Recommended worktop thickness – flush, single cut-out with CX 49216 – 45 mm

Recommended worktop thickness – flush, single cut-out with VI 49230 – 45 mm

Worktop materialsStone, synthetics or solid wood (heat resistance and watertight sealing of cut edges must be observed)

Minimum distances65 cm to open shelves; 50 cm left and right to wall or tall cabinets; 5 cm from frame to wall; 2 cm from Guided Air suction area to cabinet wall

Fan unit distance (remote)Maximum 3 m between table ventilation and fan unit (with installation kit AA 200 910)

Ducting – air extraction modeOne-way flap with maximum opening pressure of 65 Pa recommended

Outflow surface area (recirculation)At least 400 cm² recommended for optimum performance

Frame finishGaggenau Black anodised aluminium frame

Optional accessoriesAA200100: Activated charcoal filter; AA200890: Air recirculation module 90 cm; AA200892: Regenerable air recirculation module 90 cm

Installation accessoriesAA200900: Installation kit surface mounting AL200; AA200910: Installation kit remote motor; VA200090: Installation kit (seamless combination) 90 cm

Installation and Usage Details

Installation guidance

The unit is designed for flush installation in a worktop and can be combined with suitable Gaggenau cooktops in a single worktop cut-out or in two separate cut-outs for surface mounting. For flush installation in a single cut-out with frameless cooktops, the installation accessory VA 200 090 must be placed between the appliances to provide a connection strip and furniture supports for cabinet stability.

For surface-mounted installations with induction cooktops in two separate cut-outs, installation accessory AA 200 900 is required. The table ventilation can be installed in a cabinet or between two cabinets, for example in an island installation deeper than 100 cm. The bearing capacity and stability of thinner 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, observing heat resistance and watertight sealing of the cut edges. For other materials, the worktop manufacturer should be consulted. Whatever the installation situation, the fan unit should always remain accessible.

Clearances and safety spacing

No upper cabinets should be installed above the table ventilation to maintain optimum performance.
Maintain 65 cm distance from the table ventilation to open shelves.
Maintain 50 cm distance left and right from the table ventilation to walls or neighbouring tall cabinets.
Maintain 5 cm distance from the table ventilation frame to the wall.
Maintain 2 cm distance from the Guided Air suction area to a cabinet wall.

Air extraction and recirculation

In air extraction mode, a one-way flap with a maximum opening pressure of 65 Pa should be installed. When operating in air extraction mode at the same time as a chimney-vented fireplace, adequate fresh air must always be ensured in the room.

For air recirculation, an air recirculation module is required. For optimum performance in air recirculation mode, an outflow surface area of at least 400 cm² is recommended. The activated charcoal filter for air recirculation is easily removable from above.

Fan unit placement

The fan unit can be installed flexibly at the front for a compact wall solution, at the back without loss of drawer space, or at a distance from the appliance. To install the fan unit at a distance, installation kit AA 200 910 is required, which includes spare covers for closing air outlets. The maximum distance between the table ventilation and the fan unit is 3 m.

Operation and maintenance

Three electronically controlled power levels and an intensive mode are available.
An automatic function with sensor-controlled run-on continues ventilation after cooking.
Grease filter saturation indicator and activated charcoal filter saturation indicator help to schedule filter maintenance.
The two large-scale metal grease filters are easy to remove and are dishwasher-safe.
The WiFi module can be switched off as described in the user manual (detailed instructions Not stated in source).

Downloads

Download product documentation, manuals, and specification sheets.

AL200190 Spec

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can the AL200190 be completely hidden when not in use?

Yes. When not in use, the table ventilation can be completely lowered into the worktop, blending elegantly into the surface for a discreet appearance.

Which cooktops is the AL200190 designed to work with?

It offers a perfect cooking and ventilation combination with frameless induction cooktops 90 cm wide for flush mounting in a single worktop cut-out. It is compatible with frameless cooktops 400 series (CX 492) or 200 series (CI 292) for flush installation, and with induction cooktops 400 series (CX 492 / VI 492) or 200 series (CI 292) for surface-mounted installation using the specified accessories.

Does the AL200190 support air recirculation as well as extraction?

Yes. The appliance can operate in air extraction or air recirculation mode. For air recirculation, an air recirculation module is required, and optional activated charcoal filters are available. Air recirculation performance is specified at 472 / 620 m³/h with standard activated filters.

What smart features are available with Home Connect?

Selected digital services via Home Connect include cooktop-based ventilation control (with a suitable cooktop), remote control and monitoring, and remote diagnostics. Availability of Home Connect functionality depends on the availability of Home Connect Services in the country.

How is maintenance of the filters managed?

The appliance includes a grease filter saturation indicator and an activated charcoal filter saturation indicator. Two large-scale metal grease filters are supplied as standard and are easy to remove and dishwasher-safe. The activated charcoal filter for recirculation is easily removable from above.

What safety or planning considerations apply to installation?

No upper cabinets should be installed above the unit. Specific minimum distances to shelves, walls and tall cabinets must be observed, and in air extraction mode adequate fresh air must be ensured if a chimney-vented fireplace is operating at the same time. The equivalent ducting length Lmax 28 m is recommended to ensure good performance.