Induction hobs are gaining more and more popularity every day. And this is not surprising. After all, they are very productive, economical and safe. Their principle of operation is based on the phenomenon electromagnetic induction... The burners of these hobs, in contrast to traditional electrical models do not heat up, but transfer heat directly to the bottom of the cookware. Thanks to this principle of operation, induction cookers consume much less electricity and do not heat the air in the kitchen, which has a beneficial effect on the microclimate in this room.

Induction hobs compared to conventional slabs with cast iron discs are safer. Under their glass-ceramic surface is an induction coil through which flows electricity frequency 20-60 kHz. The induction coil is the primary winding and the cookware on the hob is the secondary. Induction currents heat the bottom of the cookware and therefore the entire contents. In this case, only the dishes are heated., a glass-ceramic surface remains practically cold.

The heating rate of cookware on an induction cooker is significantly higher than that of other types of cookers. For example, heating efficiency gas stove is 60-65%, glass-ceramic - 50-60%, and induction - about 90%. It is this high efficiency that allows you to save energy. Another one useful feature induction cooker - high accuracy of heating, that is, only the place where the dishes is located is heated, and the rest of the area of ​​the cooker remains cold. As a result, energy losses are also reduced.

For cooking on an induction hob, not all dishes are suitable, but only those that have ferromagnetic properties. The bottom should be flat and flat. It is not difficult to buy such dishes, since they are sold in almost all stores. As a rule, there is a special icon on the bottom of it, indicating that the cookware is suitable for the induction hob.

There is an opinion that electromagnetic waves have a negative effect on human health. However, manufacturers claim that induction cookers create a low-frequency magnetic field, the harm from which is no more than from a mobile phone. Food cooked on an induction hob is absolutely safe, since the eddy currents arising during the operation of the burner are locally limited by the body of the stove. The effect of this field is equal to zero already at a distance of 20-30 cm from the stove, but for those who wear pacemakers it is better to play it safe and not approach a working device closer than half a meter.

Benefits of induction cookers

Induction hobs have many advantages, among which I would like to highlight:

• high heating rate... The induction hob very quickly, almost instantly, reaches the specified power;
• much lower electricity consumption compared to traditional electric cookers. This is due to the fact that to create electro magnetic field much less energy is required than heating a spiral or disc burner;
• security... When using an induction hob, the possibility of getting a burn from the hob surface is completely excluded. When cooking, due to the induction heating features, only the hotplate heats up, and the hob itself remains cold. But even a hot plate becomes cold a few seconds after removing the pan. In addition, the hotplate will not turn on until the appropriate cookware is placed on it. Therefore, if someone tries to turn on the stove without the dishes, it will not work;
• ease of care... During cooking, it often happens that some of the food gets to the surface of the stove. But since the induction hob does not heat up, food particles that get on it do not burn and can be easily removed with a damp sponge or napkin. Thanks to this, the stove retains its ideal appearance throughout the entire operation, and the hostess does not spend a lot of time and effort on caring for it.

The main disadvantage induction cookers- quite high price compared to other types of stoves with similar functionality.

Criterias of choice

Functionality

Most main criterion, which must be taken into account when choosing an induction hob is its functionality... Unlike gas or electric, induction cookers are equipped with a much wider range of basic and additional functions... The cost of the equipment strongly depends on the number of these functions.

Modern cookers with induction hobs can have a set of such useful features:

• Booster or PowerBoost function... This useful addition allows you to increase the power of any burner by an order of magnitude, if you need to quickly boil water or heat food. When this mode is activated, the power of the adjacent cooking zones is reduced;
• f pause or pause function... This function can be used if you need to leave the kitchen for a short time. As a rule, only expensive models have this useful feature;
• child protection... If your family has Small child, you should pay attention to the presence of this function, which significantly increases the safety of using the stove. If the children are already big, then you can choose an option without such a protection system so as not to overpay;
• keeping warm... This useful feature will come in handy in the event that it becomes necessary to keep the dinner warm for the arrival of someone from the family;
• protective shutdown triggers if liquid is spilled on the panel;
• automatic shutdown... The stove will turn off if it is not used for some time;
• residual heat indicators will show that the burner is cold and you can touch it without fear of getting burned;
• timer... May represent standard version, which emits a sound signal at the end of a preset time, and maybe more intelligent, capable of automatically turning off the stove after cooking. Of course, last option will cost a little more, so if you want to save money, choose a simpler model;
• number of heating temperature adjustment ranges... As a rule, 15 is enough. Moreover, you will have to pay much more for 20. Therefore, think about this parameter so as not to overpay for too much.

Hob material

When choosing a stove, you should also pay attention to the material of manufacture of the hob. It can be glass ceramics or tempered glass. The first material is more expensive, but also more durable. When using a plate with tempered glass, you must be extremely careful not to accidentally damage it. As for the number and size of burners, it all depends on the composition of your family and your preferences. Typically, large ovens have 4-5 burners, but there are models with one, two or three burners.

Hotplates

Work areas can be labeled in different ways. On some panels, they are highlighted in a different color, while on some the entire surface is the same color, which means that the dishes can be placed anywhere. According to users, the first option is more convenient, so I recommend choosing it. V expensive models you can also see the displays installed along the contour of the hotplates... They reflect the power indicator with which this or that zone is currently operating, as well as the time remaining until the end of cooking.

Oven

Induction heated stoves are usually equipped with multifunctional ovens, which can have several types of heating, including convection. Convection heating uses a special fan, the main purpose of which is to create circulation of hot air in the oven. This helps the food to bake evenly on all sides. Convection heating is especially important when preparing a variety of confectionery products. In addition, it allows you to efficiently and simultaneously prepare dishes on several levels at once.

Most multifunctional ovens have the ability to grill food.... In some models, a spit is also provided, which sometimes has an electric motor and can rotate without human assistance. Convection ovens can also defrost food, and some are also equipped with automatic programs for the preparation of some dishes.

Oven cleaning can be traditional, catalytic or pyrolytic... The most effective is the pyrolytic method, in which all contamination on interior surfaces ovens burn out when very high temperature(at least 500 degrees). However, cookers with such cleaning are more expensive than others. With the catalytic method, the walls of the oven are coated special composition capable of absorbing impurities during cooking.

When choosing a stove, you should pay attention to such points as:

• lighting inside the working chamber;
• the tightness of the junction of the oven door;
• retractable structural elements for installing baking sheets;
• special cooking modes (heating, browning, defrosting, etc.).

Control type

The selection of the required parameters can be carried out using sensors, sliders or magnetic switches. The touch panel is the best option in terms of price and quality ratio. The slider is somewhat more convenient, but also more expensive. The switches are in modern models practically not used.

Energy efficiency class

One of the very important criteria the choice of the slab is its energy efficiency class. In order to use energy efficiently when cooking, the cooker must have an energy efficiency class A or A +. Some induction hobs have a function such as Power Management, which can be used to set an economical mode of operation.

Specifications

The table presents specifications three induction cookers:

And now I propose to get acquainted with more detailed information about each model.

Electrolux EKI 954501W

I present to your attention an induction cooker Electrolux EKI 954501W. The device has a glass-ceramic hob and an oven with a volume of 60 liters. Thanks to such performance, the device will be quite enough for a family of 5 or more people.

The hob consists of 4 induction hobs of various diameters and powers:

• front left - 140 mm. / 1.4-2.5 kW;
• front right - 180 mm. / 1.8-2.8 kW;
• back left - 210 mm. / 2.1-3.7 kW;
• back right - 140 mm. / 1.4-2.5 kW.

As you can see, the performance of each is large enough to allow you to prepare food as quickly as possible. The advantage of this type of heating element is that it has high rate Efficiency and instantly react to changes in operating parameters. Thanks to the glass-ceramic coating, the Electrolux EKI 954501W cooker is quite easy to clean.... To remove small splashes, simply wipe them off with a soft cloth. You can use and detergents, but they should not have abrasive particles that can damage the surface.

The oven, besides being very spacious, also has a fairly wide functionality, which consists of 7 operating modes:

• baking in convection mode- allows you to cook different dishes at the same time without mixing their aromas. This is achieved due to the operation of a fan, which forcibly circulates hot air inside the chamber, thus ensuring a uniform temperature throughout the oven, regardless of the number of installed trays;
• top / bottom heating- ensures even roasting of your dishes both on top of the baking sheet and at the base;
• Pizza- this mode ensures even heating of your dish from all sides, due to which the products are baked much better, and an ideal crispy crust is formed;
• turbo grill- the most suitable mode for cooking baked meat. Due to the alternating operation of the grill and convection, a golden crisp crust and optimal baking inside are provided;
• quick grilling- will allow you to cook a fragrant steak or just fry croutons;
• gentle cooking- will allow you to dry drying right at home: just cut the apples on a baking sheet and turn on this mode with a minimum heat temperature;
• defrosting- allows you to defrost food evenly.

The presence of a digital display and a timer greatly simplifies the operation of the stove, and also prevents your dishes from burning, since you always control the cooking process.

It is also worth noting the presence of some additional options, such as:

• child lock - allows you to prohibit pressing the buttons on the control panel while the stove is in operation;
• power control - provides a combination of several burners working on different phases... Thus, the load on the power grid is reduced while maintaining the performance of the plate.

The main advantages of Electrolux EKI954501W:

• very fast heating of the burners;
• availability of protection from children;
• glass-ceramic coating of the hob;
• spacious and functional oven;
• excellent build quality.

I did not find any serious shortcomings.

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Gorenje EI 637 E21XK2

Let's move on to the next review model, and this is the Gorenje EI 637 E21XK2. The stove is electric, has a hob and an oven. The size of the device is standard: height - 85 cm, width and depth - 60 cm each. Plate body made of of stainless steel so she calm gray... The stove is controlled mechanically, and the switches are rotary, gray. There is a display, timer and clock. The stove has the highest energy consumption class - A.

The hob is equipped with four induction cooking zones of different powers:

• left front - 18 cm, 1.4 / 2 kW;
• right front - 16.5 cm, 1.2 / 1.4 kW;
• left rear - 16.5 cm, 1.2 / 1.4 kW;
• right back - 20.5 cm, 2 / 2.3 kW.

As you can see, the hotplates are very powerful and heat up quickly, so there will be no problems with cooking, you just need to know some of the features of induction hobs. For example, the dishes must be either special or with a perfectly flat bottom, otherwise you will hear crackling and hum during cooking.

The Gorenje EI 637 E21XK2 is equipped with the PowerBoost function, which increases the power in all heating zones at the same time, and the BoilControl function will provide automatic power control - for a certain time the burner works as efficiently as possible, and then switches to the originally set parameters. The hob is equipped with residual heat indicators and a safety shutdown.

The oven is large, with a volume of 67 liters. It boasts a remarkable set of work programs:

• classic heating (bottom and top heat);
• large electric grill;
• ventilation heating;
• defrosting;
• large grill and fan (convection);
• bottom heat and convection;
• bottom heating and ventilation heating;
• small grill;
• rapid heating of the oven.

The oven is covered with special SilverMatte enamel, which will serve you for a very long time. Besides, AquaClean steam cleaning function is provided for easy cleaning... The oven door is completely glazed and has 2 layers of glass and 1 thermal layer, so it does not get very hot. The door opens smoothly and quietly. A drawer for crockery is also included.

So, I will list the main advantages of the Gorenje EI 637 E21XK2 plate:

• thanks to induction hobs, cooking food very quickly;
• clear management;
• easy cleaning;
• many oven operating modes;
• additional features will make the use of the stove more comfortable.

The disadvantages are related to the specificity of the plate:

• you need special dishes;
• good wiring required.

Hansa FCIW53000

Hansa FCIW53000 is an electric hob with induction hob and oven with a useful volume of 69 liters. This combination will provide a large family with a wide variety of dishes in sufficient quantities. In addition, the device has a rather attractive appearance, which is able to highlight the best elements of kitchen design.

The glass-ceramic hob consists of 4 burners of different power and diameter:

• back right - 180 mm. / 2 kW;
• back left - 160 mm. / 1.4 kW;
• front right - 160 mm. / 1.4 kW;
• front left - 210 mm. / 3 kW.
• defrosting;
• express heating the oven.

The walls of the chamber are covered with heat-resistant enamel for easy cleaning so that you can easily keep it clean. The Hansa FCIW53000 is operated mechanically, and the selection of operating parameters is carried out with rotary switches. Thanks to the presence of a drawer for dishes, you can partially free your kitchen set from large dishes.

The advantages of Hansa FCIW53000 are as follows:

• spacious multifunctional oven;
• induction hotplates;
• good build quality;
• attractive appearance.

No visible flaws were found.

conclusions

Manufacturers of induction cookers have made sure that they are as functional as possible, durable, easy to operate and maintain. Besides, great attention was paid to design, since the stove should harmoniously fit into the interior of the kitchen and not fall out of the overall style. Despite the fact that all the models discussed in this review represent the perfect combination of all of the above qualities, each of them has its own characteristics.

Induction hob with the largest oven

The largest oven is equipped with a stove Hansa FCIW53000. The oven has a volume of 69 liters and eight operating modes, so you can easily cook the most varied dishes and quite large volumes. At the same time, the stove consumes a little electricity, since it belongs to the A + class. The cost of the stove is also the lowest among all the models considered. This is due to the fact that the stove does not have a timer, display, automatic boiling and some other "bells and whistles".

Stove with the most functional oven

The oven of the Gorenje EI 637 E21XK2 hob has nine operating modes, which is the highest among all three models. At the same time, the volume of the oven is also quite impressive and amounts to 67 liters. The hob also has many useful functions, including control panel lock, display, timer, residual heat indicators, PowerBoost option, etc.

Electronically controlled stove

Among all the models considered only Electrolux EKI 954501W plate has electronic control... In addition, there are many modern bells and whistles in the arsenal of the stove, so the cost of the stove is quite high. Although some of the money will have to be paid for the popularity of the brand.

The technology built into the kitchen furniture: compactly arranged furnishings free up space. Each hostess strives to make the kitchen as comfortable and as spacious as possible. Using new technology with modern technology sometimes raises the question of safe proximity compatibility. One example is concerns about installing an induction hob over an oven. Can such a neighborhood really lead to negative consequences- we will consider further.

A new generation device - an invention that combines the effects of magnetic and electric current - makes the cooking process fast and safe. During operation, the hob generates a high-frequency magnetic field, heating the cookware with induced eddy currents. The glass-ceramic coating of the oven heats up only from hot dishes at the point of contact. Therefore, the hostess's risk of burning food residues on the stove is reduced to "0".

Observing all the rules of operation, the technology of the new generation will allow you to feel all the comfort and ease of the cooking process. This device provides the maximum return of thermal energy - the efficiency is up to 90%. The technology allows to speed up the heating time of a certain element of the oven, with which the cookware comes in contact. There is also significant energy saving.

Features of work

The induction hob and built-in oven are functional and stylish in the kitchen. When installing these kitchen appliances, the particulars of the work must be taken into account.

Induction hob installation rules

In the design of any induction model, thermal plugs are located at the bottom under the coils to prevent the transfer of magnetic radiation and heat from the stove downward. Induction hob installation rules take into account negative impacts radiation. The existing regulations should be strictly adhered to.

Important nuances when installing the stove over the oven

Electrical appliances are selected according to the power corresponding to the electrical wiring in the dwelling, so that you do not have to deal with replacing communications in the house. During installation, make sure that the supply cable does not come into contact with the stove and oven casing.

For safe operation instruments at classic setting the hob above the oven, important requirements should be taken into account:

• choose an oven with a cooling and ventilation system;
• there must be a 2-3 cm gap between the built-in oven and the induction hob for air circulation.

There is an opinion that the magnetic waves of the stove can have a negative effect on the operation of the oven underneath. However, these fears are unfounded. As mentioned above, the stove is equipped without fail catch plugs, and beyond 3 cm, the effect of the induction field does not extend. Therefore, the electric oven can be built under the panel of the type in question.

Important! However, an induction hob can have a negative impact on mobile gadgets and TV antennas.

The impact of heat fluxes of the induction panel does not affect the performance of other equipment, and does not exceed the indicators fire safety... There is no magnetic field already at a distance of 3 cm from the plate. Therefore, for the installation of equipment containing ferromagnets and other objects made of this material, it is sufficient to maintain this spatial range. Sticking to the rules correct operation cooker and its installation, the electromagnetic field will be directed only to heating the dishes.

We all love to eat well. I really want the cooked food not only to please their taste, but also beneficial. Oven-cooked food is considered healthier and more dietary. How to choose an induction oven for cooking delicious dishes let's talk further.

Ovens are very popular on the market, especially with induction system management. Induction ovens will delight their owners not only with beautiful appearance, but also ease of use.

The choice should be approached responsibly, because each technique has its pros and cons. Given the area of ​​the kitchen, the placement of kitchen cabinets, the location of the hob, although now the variety of built-in appliances makes it possible to arrange induction hobs and ovens in a convenient place for you, as in the photo.

In the consumer market, there is a huge selection of firms - manufacturers that specialize in the production household appliances... The main brands that are in demand are bosch, bauknecht, siemens, elektrolux. Reading reviews before buying equipment, it will be easier for you to choose the oven model you are interested in.

How to choose

Induction ovens come in different capacities, depending on this, electricity consumption will differ. Given the power, it is necessary to provide for the correct location of the connection system and its safety properties. Before buying an oven, you need to consider:

• Dimensions - depending on the size, large meals can be prepared. For example, if the oven is 45 centimeters wide, you cannot make a large cake. The small dimensions of the ovens are designed for families of 2-3 people. Accordingly, when the width of the oven is 60 and 90 cm, this makes it possible to cook dinner on a large number of of people;
• Number of functions - thanks to these characteristics, a variety of cooking methods will give the dish its own zest and unsurpassed taste;
• What functions do ovens have. The oven must perform specific functions, namely: defrosting, grilling, golden brown, quick cooking, microwave and others;
• Ease of use is the main argument for purchasing induction cabinets. It is very important for the hostess that the technique is convenient and does not cause any special difficulties in management;
• Design - wide choose equipment allows you to choose induction cabinets for any kitchen interior;
• It is necessary to check the number of trays, racks, skewers, so that the number corresponds to the description at the time of purchase.

Heating system

Before you buy an induction oven, you need to consider the options that have their pros and cons.

The heating system (convection) will make it possible to cook food on several levels without spoiling the food. It is necessary that induction ovens have a sufficient number of heating modes:

• Normal top and bottom cooking is great for baking pies or roasting meat;
• Fast cooking using top and bottom heating and a fan. Thus, you can cook several dishes at the same time. This is evidenced by positive reviews consumers;
• Rapid cooking using the ring heater and fan makes it possible to cook on three trays at once. Some manufacturers such as Bosch, Zanussi classify this mode with pizza cooking;
• Defrosting will be possible if the principle of operation of the bottom heat with a fan is used. So you can not only defrost food, but also dry herbs, vegetables, fruits, mushrooms.

Other options

Thanks to the grill option, the dish will receive an appetizing crust while retaining its juiciness and piquancy.

Ovens that have a skewer will allow you to cook barbecue or large pieces of meat or fish, baking them from all sides, as shown in the video.

If induction cabinets have the option microwave oven, this will provide not only fast heating of the dish, but also make it possible to simultaneously perform several functions.

With the help of the pull-out runners, you can keep track of the baking sheet without taking it out of the built-in ones. There are also induction ovens, where a baking sheet automatically slides out when the door is opened.

With a timer available, ovens will not let you forget about cooking, which gives you a chance not to burn the food being cooked.

With the tangential mechanism, the cooling fan operates. Its principle of operation will help protect the kitchen set from temperature damage.

Thanks to special cleaning systems, ovens contribute to easy cleaning surface. In some models, using pyrolytic cleaning, you can clean the oven without using special detergents.

Advantages

An induction hob and oven are a great choice for every housewife. Looking at reviews, electric ovens have a number of advantages.

• Mobility. You can place electronic ovens in a convenient place, just move the outlet;
• Convenient temperature control;
• Uniform heating;
• Some induction ovens have an auto shut-off function, which is a great option for cooking.

The induction hob positioned above the oven will add personality design solution kitchen decoration.

The stove is a key element of household appliances, which is indispensable in any kitchen. And if earlier the helpers of the housewives were electric and gas, now induction furnaces are gaining popularity. And this is justified, because they have mass undeniable advantages: fire safety, economy, high speed of heating and cooking.
Induction ovens - the most modern household appliances for the kitchen

Induction furnace working principle

The induction oven appeared on the household appliance market in the 80s of the last century, but the invention was mistrustful due to the high cost and incomprehensible principle of operation. Only after restaurateurs started using induction hob and felt its benefits, their example was used by housewives who wanted to simplify and speed up cooking.

The principle of operation of induction cookers is based on the use of magnetic field energy. A glass-ceramic copper coil underneath, when passing through the turns of which an electric current is converted into induction. When a cookware with a magnetic bottom is placed on a hotplate, the current acts on the electrons of its ferromagnetic material, setting them in motion. As a result of this process, heat is released, due to which the dishes are heated and the contents in them come to the cooking stage.

Cooking on an induction hob requires special cookware

Induction hobs are fundamentally different from electric and gas hobs in the following aspects:

1. Heating the coating. In traditional stoves, the hotplate first heats up, after which it transfers heat to the dishes standing on it. Induction heating involves heating directly the bottom of the pan or pan. At the same time, the glass-ceramic hob is heated by the dishes, and after removing it, it cools down within 5 minutes.
2. Coefficient useful action... Induction electric stoves have an efficiency of 90% due to the fact that energy is not wasted on heating the burner, but acts on the bottom of the pan.
3. Energy saving. Temperature control induction furnace occurs almost instantly, which leads to rational consumption of electricity.
4. Security. During the operation of the stove, the panel itself does not heat up, so there is no need to be afraid of getting burned.

Features of cooking

Often housewives deliberately refuse to buy electric induction ovens, because they fear difficulties in switching on and cooking. In fact, there is nothing difficult to turn on an induction hob.

After connecting the appliance to the power source, a signal will sound, notifying that the hob can be turned on. Each zone has a power regulator and a configurable timer.

Unusual design induction hob

How to cook on an induction hob is described in detail in the instructions for its use. There are indicated temperature conditions and power parameters required for a specific cooking process of a particular dish. For example, boiling water occurs at 7-9 levels, extinguishing - 5 or 6.

Types of slabs

Ovens of various functionality and cost are presented on the home appliance market. Users can purchase both inexpensive induction cookers for the kitchen and multifunctional systems installed in cafes and restaurants.

The main types of this equipment include:

• compact tabletop induction cookers with one or more burners;
• built-in appliances or separate hobs;
• combined cookers - combine elements operating on the principle of magnetic induction and electric heating zones.

Combined induction gas cooker

When choosing a stove based on the energy of a magnetic field, you should pay attention to the power capabilities and the number of modes. Intensive heat function allows you to cook food faster .

Infrared sensors control the maximum heating of the bottom of the pan and prevent food from burning: in my opinion, this function is necessary in the appliance.

It is worth thinking about the shape of the burner: it can be flat or recessed. This will determine the possibility of using dishes with different bottoms. Multifunctional appliances such as induction hobs with oven and big amount burners, will allow you to cook several dishes at the same time.

Specifications

Depending on the type and cost, electric induction furnaces have the following technical characteristics:

• the maximum heating temperature is 60 degrees Celsius;
• power fluctuates in the range of 50-3500 W;
• the number of adjustment modes is differentiated from 12 to 20 depending on the type of device;
• devices are equipped with a touch panel;
• a heating element acts on the basis of induction;
• the device is equipped with a timer.

Like any technique, this one is not immune to breakdowns, however, finding spare parts for induction cookers will not be difficult. In addition, people who understand the laws of physics can easily make an induction cooker with their own hands. However, remember that it is worth taking on this business only if you have necessary knowledge and experience.

We select dishes for an induction cooker

Many housewives are sure that all cookware for an induction cooker will have to be bought again, since the existing one will not work. This is not entirely true.

To bring the induction hob into operation, you must use cookware with ferromagnetic properties. It is quite simple to check this: you need to attach a magnet to the bottom. If it sticks, the cookware is suitable for use on the stovetop.

Ferromagnetic properties are possessed by iron, enameled and cast iron pots. Glass, ceramic, porcelain and copper containers are not suitable for magnetic ovens.

In the case when suitable pots and pans are not available, it will not be difficult to choose cookware for induction cookers, if you use a few tips:

• the bottom of the induction cookware must be at least 12 cm in diameter to ensure optimal area contact with the surface of the stove;
• the thickness of the bottom of the grill pan for an induction hob or other container must be at least 2 and not more than 6 mm;
• the bottom surface should be flat, without bends;
• The icon on the induction cookware, which looks like a horizontal spiral and indicates the use of a ferromagnetic material, can help in choosing the correct container.

There are many companies that produce pots, pans, saucepans, frypots and even induction cookers. Therefore, it will not be difficult to buy them.

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If it is not possible to purchase a complete set of special cookware, you can use an induction cooker adapter. It is a disc 2-3 mm thick with different diameters depending on the size of the pots and pans. The principle of operation is as follows: the coil transfers heat to the adapter for the induction cooker, which, in turn, heats the dishes standing on it. When using such a device, it is not necessary to buy a special kettle for an induction cooker; you can easily use your favorite ceramic one.

Gradually massive cookers with built-in ovens. Modern kitchens all in to a greater extent began to resemble an exhibition of furniture art. Therefore, household appliances, in order to look aesthetically pleasing against the background of the interior, must have one useful quality- the ability to fit in. So, an independent induction hob above the oven, built separately into the kitchen table, looks stylish and beautiful.

Features of the induction hob

The induction hob is a more advanced version of the conventional electrical panel... She combined all the advantages of her predecessor and minimized the disadvantages. However, the differences between them are significant, despite the fact that they both require electricity to heat the burners.

Difference from an electric stove

As stated above, the induction hob belongs to the electric range. But its principle of operation differs significantly from a conventional electric furnace, in which, by means of electricity, the heating element is first heated, and then the incandescent spiral gives off its heat to the dishes standing on it.

In an induction cooker, the current is supplied to the coils, which, unlike heating elements, do not heat up, but create a magnetic field that also remains cold. But as soon as an object with specific ferromagnetic properties gets under this radiation, it immediately begins to warm up. The bottom of a metal dish possesses such qualities. specially designed for cooking on an induction hob. In this case, only the area near the hob is heated, which is affected by the heat of the frying pan or saucepan standing on it.

Important! People with a pacemaker should remember that it reacts to a magnetic field at a distance of 30 centimeters from the radiation source. Therefore, it is not recommended to purchase such a hob. V otherwise do not come closer than 33 centimeters to it, as the field also extends over the burner.

Features of work

When purchasing an induction oven for the purpose of installing it above the oven, you should consider features of work such a device.

Advice! You should refrain from leaning on the switched on induction oven, since in its work it uses the same waves as the microwave, and their effect on the human body has not yet been fully understood.

Rules for installing the stove over the oven

When choosing the classic installation option, namely, when the hob is located above the oven, you need to adhere to the installation rules. The main condition is the observance of the clearance for air circulation.... If induction hob tabletop, then it has legs that create a gap above the surface of the table for ventilation. And if the stove needs to be built into the worktop .2 cm around the appliance must be kept free of any objects.... It is this distance that is necessary for normal air flow circulation.

Each induction hob has a bottom thermal plugs... They are located just below the coils and prevent the propagation of magnetic waves and heat downward from the device. Compliance with the above clearance allows these heat traps to be cooled to a safe temperature. It is also desirable that there is no back wall near the table, where the induction surface will be placed. Distance there should be 6 to 10 centimeters between the wall and the appliance.

The operating instructions prohibit placing objects with magnetic properties directly under the unit. Therefore, a cutlery drawer should not be placed under the tiles. Also, for normal operation of the fan, it is necessary to exclude the possibility of various debris or small objects getting into it. That's why it is better to leave this area empty altogether... Can be installed drawer only if the cooker is combined, but only from the side of conventional electric burners.

To protect the cuts in the countertop from moisture, you need to treat them with sealants... And in order to exclude the flow of various liquids on the electrical parts of the device, it is necessary to put the tile not immediately on the tabletop, and using a special gasket, which is supplied complete with the hob.

Important! It is necessary to remember about the minimum distance from the hob to the lower section of the hanging furniture or the hood. It must be at least 650 mm. And the section with the slab itself must be securely fixed for stability.

Before buying such equipment, you need to remember about compatibility of such devices with electrical wiring in the house... You need to choose a hob with a suitable power, otherwise you will have to change all the wiring. Lead electrical cable must not come into contact with the body of the stove and oven, and the connection must be reliably grounded.

There is a misconception that the waves emitted by such equipment have a bad effect on the operation of other household appliances. As stated above, beyond three centimeters, the effect of magnetic radiation does not extend... In addition, the stove is equipped with a special screen - thermal plugs. So worries about the built-in oven, especially if it is electric, are groundless.

Advice! One must remember the possible negative impact induction hob radiation on mobile phones and television antennas.

Induction hob advantages

Despite all the nuances in operation and when installed in a furniture set, induction hobs have a number of undoubted advantages.

Advice! To save on the purchase of utensils with a ferromagnetic bottom, you can buy special adapter stands that are heated by a magnetic field and then transfer heat to ordinary pots (pans). But in this case, most of the advantages of induction panels over electric ones are lost.

Analyzing the pros and cons of induction panels, it is clearly seen that positive aspects there are much more negative ones, to which only the high cost of the stove itself and the need to purchase special dishes can be attributed. As the main advantages should be highlighted safety and economy in operation. These hobs are easy to use and cooked food does not contain harmful substances typical for burning food on electric and gas stoves.

The best induction hobs

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