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Perfectly integrated into a creative space designed to suit any ambition.
The unseen, quiet and effective downdraft removes the unwanted sight, sound and smells, allowing you to focus on your uninterrupted views, timeless designs, guests’ conversations and most importantly, the taste of your dishes. Turn the kitchen into your social space.
![Gaggenau 400 series vario appliances in modern kitchen](http://media3.gaggenau.com/Images/600x/18062576_gaggenau-us-vl400-5.jpg)
Culinary choice
The new 400 series downdraft system seamlessly integrates with the Vario cooktops. Create your culinary scenario with gas, induction, electric grill, Teppan Yaki and downdraft -- as you wish.
![Cooking food using the automatic function](http://media3.gaggenau.com/Images/600x/18062588_gaggenau-us-vl400-14.jpg)
Automatic function
Dynamically responds to the odor and steam without any input from the chef. It finds the quietest setting possible whether the chef is boiling, searing, grilling or frying.
![Person interacting with video call on tablet](http://media3.gaggenau.com/Images/600x/18087226_gaggenau-us-vl400-homeconnect.jpg)
Using Home Connect, the downdraft can be paired with a compatible induction cooktop to operate automatically whenever the cooktop is used.
![Gaggenau VL400 Filter removal](http://media3.gaggenau.com/Images/600x/18062575_gaggenau-us-vl400-7.jpg)
Filter regeneration
Air filters for the silent recirculation system can be regenerated in an oven at 400 °F, giving them a service life of up to a decade. For those who prefer the air vented to the outside, we offer similar innovations and bespoke solutions.
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Maximum flexibilty
There are several ventilation systems to choose from. For the silent recirculation system, regenerable filters are accessible at floor level.
When venting to the outside, our exclusive modular metal ducting and blowers can be placed beneath the unused toe-kick space or on the outside of the residence. The choice is yours.
![X-ray of downdraft ducting under kitchen island](http://media3.gaggenau.com/Images/600x/18062583_gaggenau-us-vl400-8.jpg)
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Dishwasher-safe
All removable components are easily accessible and can be placed into the dishwasher to ensure lasting performance.
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Since 1976
Having pioneered the downdraft in Europe, Gaggenau continues to perfect the technology with space-saving modular metal ducting, quiet and powerful blowers, and performance that inspires the chef.
![Gaggenau Vario downdraft ventilation between two Vario gas hobs](http://media3.gaggenau.com/Images/600x/18062590_gaggenau-us-vl400-15.jpg)
Authentic materials
Reassuring to the touch and pleasing to the eye, authentic materials are the difference. Durable and tactile, the downdraft utilizes honed stainless steel for the electronic controls and elegant 3mm frame, as well as enameled cast iron for the grate.
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Illuminated controls
With quiet operation, the chef will immediately appreciate the illuminated controls that inform when the downdraft is in use. Flashing illumination alerts the chef when the filters require cleaning.
![Two people looking at kitchen design options](http://media3.gaggenau.com/Images/600x/18062596_gaggenau-us-vl400-17.jpg)
Designed by Gaggenau, for you.
For complex projects, a bespoke planning service is available to ensure your end-to-end ventilation system enables your kitchen design.
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Experience the difference, the Gaggenau showroom
Discover the full potential of our appliances firsthand at a cooking demonstration held at the Gaggenau Irvine showroom.
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