In the era of new technologies, inconvenient and cumbersome gas and electric stoves comes a completely new kind of kitchen equipment. These are hobs. Such devices harmoniously fit into the design. kitchen furniture, are comfortable to use. Installing the hob in the countertop with your own hands is a fairly simple process. If you have even small skills when working with a power tool, such a task is within the reach of a beginner. At the same time, you can save money on payment for installation services.

Hob selection

These kitchen appliances are practically devoid of disadvantages. All devices can be roughly divided into categories:

• electrical;
• gas;
• combined;
• induction.

By material of manufacture:

• stainless;
• ceramic;
• glass;
• enameled.

In this case, the panel can have different number comfort and their varied arrangement on the surface. At the first stage, you need to choose the most convenient and suitable device. When ordering kitchen furniture, it is necessary to think in advance about the installation location in the furniture. It is possible that an oven will be installed complete with the panel. You need to think beforehand about connecting to the network: to the gas pipe when choosing a gas panel and to the mains when choosing an electrical device.

For the installation of the electrical network, it is imperative to provide for the cross-section of the supply cable and the power of the outlet, taking into account the current consumption of the panel and the possible oven specified in the instructions. Do not forget about grounding or protective grounding of metal parts electrical appliance... After completing the preparation, you can start working.

Installation hob into the countertop with your own hands - the process is simple, accessible to a beginner ... First you need to cook all necessary materials and tools. The insertion of the hob into the worktop begins with the dimensioning. Further installation depends on how correct and accurate the marking will be. First, you need to remove from the panel all the parts that may fall out during installation (this is a protective grill, burners, regulators).

Applying markings to the countertop

The dimensions for the technological hole in the worktop can be indicated by the manufacturer in the instructions. If they are not there, you will have to take measurements yourself. This is not difficult. To do this, you need to turn the panel over and take its dimensions, taking into account that it should lie on the tabletop along the entire perimeter. For convenience, you can make a template by cutting it out of a sheet of cardboard according to the appropriate dimensions. Then transfer the dimensions to the tabletop using a long ruler, square or prepared template. With maximum precision to avoid curvature, draw a contour on the tabletop with a pencil or marker.

Window cutout for panel installation

After making sure that the markings applied are correct, you can start cutting the hole. With a drill with a diameter greater than the width of the saw blade of the used jigsaw by 2 mm, drill 4 holes along inner corners drawn contour. Insert the jigsaw blade into one of the holes and cut a cutout in the worktop along the entire contour. To prevent large chips, use a file with fine teeth or manual frezer.

Fit the panel to be installed into the resulting niche and align it. Look from the side, whether everything is done exactly. If done correctly, proceed to the next the stage of insertion into the countertop... Now process the cut points sandpaper, file, rasp. If the worktop used is made with wood, it is imperative to exclude the possibility of moisture penetration. To do this, carefully treat the cut site with a moisture-proof material:

• silicone;
• sealant;
• nitrolac.

If the worktop is made of plastic materials, such processing can be skipped. The plastic will not swell and swell from moisture. Can be coated in multiple coats for durability. After the last layer has dried, glue the cut with a self-adhesive seal. The preparation is complete. Editing can be performed.

Installation and connection

Installing the hob into the prepared window is not difficult. To do this, lower the panel into the hole. Using measuring tool align its position. After making sure that it is correct, fix it from below with special brackets and self-tapping screws to the tabletop. Brackets and self-tapping screws are supplied by the manufacturer as a set. It will be useful to use a seal around the perimeter of the installed device. This step will also prevent debris and moisture from getting under the surface to be installed. Usually, it comes with the product.

It remains to reinstall all previously removed parts and start connecting the energy carrier. If the panel is gas, it must be cut into the gas main. If an electrical was installed, then correctly connect to a pre-prepared electrical network... All that remains is to try it out and use it comfortably. How to install correctly hob, you can watch the video.

Often people are faced with such a question as installing a gas hob with their own hands. Kitchen set, as well as an oven and gas stove in our time are not cheap pleasure. People spending large sums to renovate furniture, want to save money family budget on the gas hob installation. To carry out this work, you yourself need to take accurate measurements and find out a few nuances for installing equipment.

How to carry out the markup correctly?

The key to a successful installation of the gas hob is the correct marking. The appearance of the kitchen set will depend on this stage of work. Bulging or crooked mounted panel will immediately catch the eye. It is unacceptable to make mistakes in the markup. Even one centimeter can play a decisive role in the installation. If you cut off more from the countertop than necessary, then it will have to be changed. Nowadays, the countertop is the most expensive part of the kitchen set. When installing the panel around the edges, there is no margin, therefore, it is necessary to cut it out with an accuracy of millimeters.

The place for the hob can be marked in two ways:

1. Put it on the table top, draw a pencil around the contour. This method is considered the simplest.
2. Make accurate calculations. This method will help you avoid errors during installation.

How to calculate correctly where the place should be?

The installation of the gas hob into the worktop must be carried out when the place has already been marked for it.

Calculation plan:

1. On the countertop, the inner edges of the drawer are marked, above which the panel itself is placed. This will create two parallel straight lines. If you mentally connect them to the edges of the countertop, you get a rectangle.
2. You can draw thin lines diagonally with a pencil. This is the center of the rectangle. The next step is to build a coordinate system. It turns out that in it one line will run parallel to the outer edge of the tabletop. Another line will be perpendicular to it.
3. When the coordinate system is ready, the coordinates of the hob are marked on it. For this, the panel must first be measured. The obtained values ​​should be taken with a small margin.
4. When the points of the future panel appear on the coordinate system, four straight lines need to be drawn through them. It turns out that two of them run parallel to the table top, and the other two are perpendicular to it.
5. The result is a rectangle that needs to be cut out. A hole will remain in which the hob will be installed.

What tools do you need to cut a hole?

The installation and connection of the gas hob requires certain tools. To cut a hole for the hob, you will need at least three tools: a milling machine (preferably hand-held), a jigsaw, and a drill. To get the perfect hole, it is best to use a hand-held router. If there is no such apparatus at home, then it is permissible to use a jigsaw. In the absence of the item you are looking for, you can purchase it at the nearest hardware store. The price of a jigsaw is affordable for the average consumer.

You should stock up on a set of screwdrivers. A knife and spatula will come in handy. If there is a set of wrenches, then it must also be prepared. Every homeowner should have a drill.

Materials for installing a gas hob

It is worth stocking up with scotch tape, as well as silicone sealant. You should not save on waterproofing if you want the slab to serve for a long time. It is better to take an imported sealant.

Gas winding is required to connect the panel. You will need to buy a special steel hose. It must be sold with a certificate.

How to cut the hole in the right shape?

You should start cutting the hole with a drill. As a rule, sloppy edges are obtained, which have to be corrected afterwards. It is better to take drills from 8 to 10 millimeters. Gradually, many holes are made around the perimeter of the future panel. Then, using a drill, a slot is made at the same time. It is important to understand that you can only drill from the inside of the worktop.

When the piece falls, it can damage kitchen set... Better to put a chair or cabinet under it. Cutting with a jigsaw is much easier than cutting with a drill. First, you need to mark the hole that the person will cut with a drill. It is permissible to do it without resorting to using a drill.

Care should be taken when working on installing the gas hob. It is important not to injure yourself or damage the furniture.

What is waterproofing for?

Installing a gas hob is never complete without waterproofing. When the work on cutting out part of the countertop is completed, it is necessary to make waterproofing. It is important that no water gets onto the countertop. Under its influence, it can deform. The material can swell by absorbing water. Silicone is usually applied to the cut site.

How to choose the right hose when connecting yourself?

It is important to be aware of the danger of connection work, entrust this matter to specialists or work independently under the supervision of a qualified gas service worker.

The main challenge is to choose the right hose. Before purchasing, it must be checked for defects. A certificate must be included with the hose. It is given out in the store.

You can purchase either a metal hose or a rubber one. The second option costs less than the first. They are usually monochromatic.

How do I connect my gas hob myself?

The rules for installing a gas hob are important recommendations professionals to help you achieve the perfect fit for your chosen model:

• Before starting work on the connection, you must open the hob and check if there are any defects on it. It is important that the device is not mechanically damaged.
• The hob must be placed in the hole. Then you need to connect the gas hose to the gas pipeline. Professionals recommend using a winding at this stage. In this case, the risk of the danger of gas leakage is significantly reduced.
• When the hose is connected, you must try to open the gas cock. Required to cook soap solution to apply it to the winding. This method helps to determine if there is a gas leak.
• If the foam does not move and bubbles do not appear, it can be said that there is no leakage.
• The next step is to connect the hob itself to the connection. It is worth trying to open the burners one by one. The air should come out, usually it takes one minute.

When connecting, it is better to use long hoses, at least three meters. Sometimes people are installing a gas hob and an oven at the same time.

Idea self installation the hob can be somewhat intimidating. After all, you will have to deal with either electricity or gas and at the same time work with quite expensive kitchen equipment... However, none of the steps to install the hob is particularly difficult. You just need to do everything carefully and in correct sequence from the beginning to the end.

Steps

Installing the electric hob

Remove the old hob, if any. If you are replacing an old hob, first you need to remove it. Cut off the electricity in the switchboard. Remove any attachments from the hob and clean off any existing sealant. Disconnect the wires, remembering how the old hob was connected, and remove the hob from the hole in which it sat.

Make sure you have enough space in the location chosen for the hob. Ideally, you should have a 76 cm gap above the hob with free place approx. 30-60 cm. You should also make sure that there is enough space under the worktop to accommodate your new hob.

Make sure there is junction box to connect the hob to the mains. Most electric hobs require a direct connection to the mains via a 220 V junction box. If you are replacing the hob, you probably already have a junction box.

Measure the hob and make sure it fits into the old hole. If you are replacing the hob, there should already be a hole in the worktop and you just need to make sure it fits the new hob.

Adjust the hole for the hob to fit into it. The hole on each side should be 1.5-2.5 cm smaller than the hob. If you do not already have a hole for the hob, or it is too small, then you will need to cut it along the right size... If the existing hole is too large, then metal sheets can be screwed on the sides to reduce it.

Remove all removable parts from the hob to make it easier for you to put it back in place. The hob may have removable burners, protective screens and other parts that should be temporarily put aside. Also, remember to remove all packing materials from the hob.

Install the clamps. They are designed to fix the hob. You should hang them from the top edge of the slot and then screw them down.

Lower the hob into the opening. Lower the new hob into the hole, making sure to insert the wires first. Press down on the hob until you hear the locking clips click.

Connect the hob wires to the mains. Electricity should still be turned off when you do this so as not to get an electric shock. Connect the hob wires to the corresponding wires in the junction box.

Refit the previously removed removable parts on the hob. Replace the burners, protective shields and other removable parts.

Turn on the electricity and check the hob is working. Turn on the power to the hob to check that everything is working properly.

Open all cooking zones for a few minutes. Despite the fact that you have turned off the gas, it may still remain in the hose. Open all burners to release the gas. Don't light it on fire. All gas will be released in a few minutes.

Disconnect the flexible gas supply hose from the stationary gas line using two wrenches. Take one wrench and install it on the hose nut and the other wrench on the fixed gas line nut.

Remove all removable parts from the hob. Remove hotplates, protective shields and other removable parts before proceeding. This will make it easier to move the hob.

Remove the clips holding the existing hob in place. Unscrew the clips on the underside of the old hob.

Push the hob from below to raise it. Remove the hob from the worktop and put it in a safe place. Remember that the gas hose is still connected to it.

Disconnect the gas hose from the old hob. If you will be using an old gas hose to connect a new hob, you must disconnect it from the old hob. Use two wrenches to do this, placing one on the hob and the other on the hose nut.

• To disconnect the hose, turn the hose nut counterclockwise.

1. Connect the gas hose to the new hob. Use a sealant to gas connections by applying it to the threads at the connection between the hose and the hob. Apply sealant generously to the threads, but so that it does not get into the hose. Use a wrench to screw the gas hose nut onto the hob.

   Place the new hob in its place. Lower the hob carefully into the opening so as not to damage any of the connections at the bottom. Before lowering the hob into the opening, you must pass the gas hose through it forward.

   Connect the gas hose to the stationary gas pipe. Apply thread sealant to the fitting gas pipe... Then twist wrench gas hose nut. Be sure to tighten the nut tightly.

   Prepare a soapy solution. Prepare a solution of 1 part dish soap and 1 part water to check for gas leaks. Stir the solution thoroughly and then either spray on the gas connections or apply with a brush. Turn on the gas supply valve by placing it in the position in which its handle indicates the direction of gas supply.

   Switch on the cooking zones and test them. If a soapy water test shows no leaks, try lighting the burners. It may take a few seconds for the gas to come up and ignite as normal air must first come out of the hose.

2. Attach the hob mounting brackets to the worktop. When you are sure that the hob is working, attach it to the worktop using the fixing brackets. Your hob is now fully installed.

   • Replace the doors and drawers of the cabinet under the hob and all of its contents.

Hob installation: basic rules and recommendations

The joy of purchasing a hob is understandable - now a new beautiful and smart assistant will appear in your kitchen. However, in order for her to fully show her talents, you need to know how to install the hob correctly.

How to install the hob: general requirements

This technique is available in electric or gas format. This is reflected in the difference in panel mounting, but general rules before the process itself remain the same:

1. Mandatory presence ventilation system. Modern rules hygiene and safety requirements dictate that there should be a hood over any hob. If this cannot be done, then be sure to install a high-power fan on the window.
2. The source material for the countertop can be any - the main thing is that its heat resistance does not go below the 100 ° C mark. This imposes certain obligations on the thickness, which should be within 25 mm (not thinner).
3. In the event that the installation is done between two cabinets, then you need to leave a distance from the wall of each to the plate at least 15 cm. kitchen wall the requirements are slightly reduced, but you still should not step over the 5 cm threshold. If this rule cannot be observed, then it is imperative to lay a heat-insulating material between the wall and the panel.

Installing the hob in a worktop: process features

The surface of the tabletop will have to be sawed - a jigsaw is best for this. From the materials you should prepare:

• special sealant;
• self-tapping screws;
• clamps.

After compliance general requirements you can start the work itself. It will consist of observing the following simple algorithm:

1. The instructions usually indicate the dimensions of the panel. If it is not there, then you can measure it yourself, but you do not need to do it tightly - you need to leave a gap of 1-2 mm between the panel and the tabletop.
2. Better to attach and circle the cardboard layout first.
3. The space between the hob and the edge of the worktop must be at least 5 cm.
4. Drill the corners of the tabletop with an electric drill.
5. Saw carefully along the marked lines from one sawn corner to another.
6. Close the edges of the tabletop in the places where it has been cut with a special seal (included with the purchase). It is also recommended to use silicone sealant which will protect the countertop from negative impact excessive moisture.
7. Lower the hob into the resulting niche.
8. Align it, but do not allow too much effort.
9. Firmly fix the surface using special clamps, securing them with self-tapping screws - this will hold the panel in one place.

Further actions in the event will depend on what method of connection this technique has.

How to install an electric hob

Installing a socket for the hob

An initial grounding check is of great importance in connecting such a plate. Second important rule is a ban on the use of adapters and extension cords.

Has its own characteristics and installation of the socket for the hob. You need to take care of its location before starting work, so that this moment does not distract. It is best to place it below the level of the table top.

Very often, in this process, a kitchen set is dismantled - this is necessary to prepare a new wiring channel, strengthen it and close it with a cement or putty layer. Only after that a hole is cut out in the rear wall of the furniture, with which the panel will be connected to the outlet.

Following actions

They must go according to the following instructions:

1. The electrical cord with grounding is connected to the connectors of the plate.
2. The panel itself is connected to communications. Modification of the power supply system is possible.
3. Functionality check in progress.

If you connect to single-phase network, then the work is supplemented following points:

1. A separate electric line(it is better to take a three-core 3x4 wire).
2. A special socket with grounding is installed.
3. A circuit breaker is installed.

Modification of the power supply system is also very important - this significantly reduces both the breakdown of the device itself and the risk of injury electric shock user. To carry it out, you should contact a specialist.

A similar installation can be seen more clearly in the following video:

Installing the gas hob

Due to the specificity of connecting such equipment, only an employee of the gas service should connect it - poor-quality work by amateurs can lead to tragedy. The recommendations below are for them (and for those who have repeatedly connected devices to the gas main).

Connection features

There is a difference between recipient nozzles for main or bottled gas. This should be taken into account when connecting. You can unscrew them with keys 6.7 and 8. Those that go for main gas have larger diameter holes.

A special flexible hose connects the panel to gas source... For additional safety, in combined panels, it is worth installing a thermal shut-off valve - it will shut off the gas supply if the temperature goes over the threshold of 80 degrees (a second such valve will need to be installed on the gas cylinder).

After connection, all joints are checked for tightness. Usually, a soap solution is used for this - bubbles will appear on it if something turns out to be leaky somewhere.

The first and the most an important milestone the implementation of installation work is the markup. The visual appeal depends on the correctness and clarity of the calculations by which the hole for the hob is cut. kitchen installation and the premises in general.

When making calculations, you should carefully check the result, if you make a mistake by at least 1 cm, you can end up with a damaged countertop, the cost of which is not at all small.

Implementation of markup

The installer's task is to place the panel strictly above the curbstone, taking into account that there is no margin in width.

There are only two ways to markup:

• Household option;
• Professional.

For household method the use of special tools is not required, the work is carried out "by eye". The panel is laid in the center of the countertop and outlined with a construction pencil. This method is unsafe, there is a risk of damage to the kitchen set.

The second option is suitable for patient collectors, it takes a sufficient amount of time to complete the calculations. This method minimizes the risk of error.

The calculation process is divided into stages:

• The process begins with the transfer of the inner borders of the bedside table, over which you want to place the hob. Lines are drawn on the table top to form a rectangle;
• Next, the center point of the existing rectangle is calculated. A coordinate system should be drawn from it. A cross is marked, one of its lines should be laid parallel to the front edge of the tabletop, and the second perpendicular to the same base as the first;
• The resulting coordinate system is used to measure the dimensions of the embedded part. Here you need to carefully measure the panel itself, given a small margin, it will allow installation to be carried out strictly in the center;
• After the dimensions have been deposited, it is required to draw lines, there are four of them. As a result, a flat rectangular shape is obtained, the tabletop is prepared for the correct cutting of the seat.

The calculations are done, the place for cutting is marked, then we move on to the next stage, no less interesting.

How to cut a hole

To carry out work on creating a mounting hole for the hob, three options for tools can be used:

• Drill;
• Jigsaw;
• Milling machine.

To create an accurate and correct cut, it is better to use a manual router, but it is unlikely to be found in the tools of an ordinary person who is not associated with the assembly of furniture. The second option is a jigsaw, even if it is not available, then purchasing this tool will not be difficult, its cost is not high.

A drill can always be found in the house, but using it to punch a hole makes it difficult to re-install the hob. The cut edge is uneven - this requires additional work to seal the hole. This process takes a fair amount of time.

In order to cut a hole with a drill, you need a drill of 8 mm, you can 10 mm. The principle of operation is to drill holes at a short distance. Drilling is carried out until they become a single slot.

It is important to understand that the work is carried out only from the inner side of the markup. It is required to substitute a stool inside the tabletop itself under the cut-out piece, this will allow the furniture to be kept intact when the cut-out rectangle falls.

Making a hole using a jigsaw is much easier, but you need a drill. With it, you need to make one hole, which will be the basis of the work. You can also make a cut manually, but there is a danger of inaccurate creation of the cut. You can also make the first cut with a jigsaw, but this requires some experience with this tool.

The main thing to remember about precautions. For the cut-out part of the tabletop, it is required to ensure a safe fall - this will exclude the possibility of damage to the furniture.

After the work on cutting the hole for the panel, the edges of the slot are treated with silicone. If moisture gets in, the hob worktop may deform and deteriorate. appearance kitchens. The hole cut with a drill is more difficult to process, since the torn edges interfere with the correct application of the composition, you will need to take a sufficient amount of time for this process.

Installation and fastening of equipment

The installation of the hob in the worktop has its own sequence; for proper independent work, the main thing is to follow all the steps in order:

• The first step is to connect the gas hose to the panel - this will eliminate subsequent installation problems. A union nut is installed on the hose, where the paranite gasket is attached. Further, the nut is very well fixed to the threaded branch pipe, it is located at the bottom of the hob. For the reliability of the connection, it is advisable to grease the paranite gasket using solid oil;
• The second step is to wind up the sealing tape. It should be fixed taking into account some requirements. Usually sealing tape is a component of the hob, it has a self-adhesive base. The protective paper is peeled off from the tape roll gradually - this will exclude the tangling of the seal. It is fixed along the perimeter of the hole on front side pedestals. A prerequisite is the integrity of the seal, so at the corners you just need to make a turn, exclude the cut of the tape. The two ends fit tightly to each other, eliminating the appearance of a gap;
• Next, the hob is installed in the machined hole. It is imperative to align the equipment so that it looks smooth and beautiful. After centering the device, you can start attaching it. We look at what the countertop looks like; under it, in the four corners, the hob should be fixed using self-tapping screws and special plates. Tighten tight enough to eliminate the possibility of gaps - this will ensure high level safety when using the hob.

Step-by-step process of working with a gas panel

To carry out the process, you will need to take a construction knife, it is very sharp, so you need to follow safety rules. The gasket that was previously extruded is very neatly cut from above.

Next, another part of the gas hose is connected, which goes to the pipe. Mandatory requirement is the installation of a shut-off valve. It is important to understand that the decision to independent work with the replacement of gas taps requires the owner to be responsible for working with gas equipment.

Here you should strictly follow the safety rules and carry out work in accordance with the prescribed requirements. If the gas inspection company finds a violation in self-assembly tap, then you will have to pay a fine.

The last stage of the installation works- these are solutions to the issue of power supply. A waterproof outlet is required, which must be installed before installing the hob. If the equipment is gas, then additional devices not required.

Video: installing a gas hob

Distinctive features of the installation of the electrical panel

It is important to understand that the connection electric option it is better to entrust installations to professionals. At independent decision this task, there is a danger of hurting yourself. Contemporary panels powered by electricity, are easy to use and durable.