Repair of gas stoves

repair quality Almost everyone has to do some repairs at one time or another in the house. Often, the services of a master are expensive, and therefore you want to repair gas stoves yourself. First of all, in this case, you do not need to spend time transporting. Yes, and there may be a number of other reasons. So, we will disassemble the device of a gas stove and whether it is possible to repair it yourself.

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Why do I need a cooker?

Without this device, it is difficult to imagine a modern kitchen, because it is thanks to it that cooking takes place. Everyone knows why the gas stove is chosen more often than the electric stove - on it the cooking process is faster.

Important! The fact is that electric tiles require time for incandescence. In addition, after cooking the dish should be removed from the stove immediately, because the heated hotplate takes time to cool down and the food can burn.

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Plate Design Now many different models are available, with varying specifications and design. It is important to study the structure of the gas cooker and its design features.

Burners

This element is the most important in the design. The main role is intended for injectors, through which the gas-air mixture is supplied to the surface of the burners. Their diameter depends on the quality of the gas and its pressure.

Important! At a higher pressure, the nozzles should be with a smaller hole diameter.

Modern plates are quite versatile, with them often come bundle of nozzles:

• If necessary, installed by the manufacturer are removed and installed the ones that are needed.
• There is also usually a hotplate with increased power, the diameter of which is increased. Thus, a fire of a more powerful flow is obtained.
• In addition, there are models with combined burners - both gas and electric.

Hob

For the production of this element, stainless or enamelled steel is used. Stainless steel - more practical, as it has excellent chemical resistance, it is easy to wash, it does not affect corrosion.

For the design of the hob, a special tempered glass is often used, characterized by increased strength and shock resistance. Care of it is very simple - it is enough to wipe the glass from time to time with a damp rag. It is very convenient that you can choose any color of the surface, depending on the design of the kitchen.

Oven

Oven can be:

• Electric;
• Gas;
• With grill.

The gas oven can be without a fan, with two heating modes, or the air in it can be forced:

• In the first case, the lower gas burner is located in the oven, and sometimes there is an electric or gas grill. In order for the meat to turn out to be fried on charcoal, it is better to use a gas grill. And the electric grill warms the dish more evenly.
• In the second case, the oven is equipped with hollow burners, so that the flame is not blown by the fan.
• Electrochangers can be conventional classic and multifunctional:
  • The first version is equipped with upper and lower electric heating elements.
  • The second - four elements, located on top, bottom, side and back. In such ovens there is a fan for even distribution of heated air.

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Gas stove repair

Gas is characterized by increased explosion hazard. When it is mixed in a certain ratio with air, an explosion may occur.

Important! Before proceeding with repairs, it is necessary to cut off gas access. It is recommended to open the window and switch off the electric ignition.

We repair the burners

Burner problems are the most common. In this case, there is a noticeable weakening of the flame, and then it disappears altogether. The reason is the clogging of the burner or sparger. Particles of food or detergents may enter into these small holes.

Gas-stove repair by own hands in this case is very simple:

1. Remove the hotplate.
2. We parse it.
3. Carefully clean the splitter or nozzle. For this we use a thin needle or gypsy needle.

Important! Before cleaning, check that the burners are completely cooled.

Repairing the oven door

Over time, it happens that the doors start to seize and close insufficiently tightly. It is not difficult to adjust them:

1. We unscrew the screws at the junction of the door and plate. Completely remove them do not need.
2. The door swings slightly until it sits on the hinges.
3. The sheet of paper is inserted into the gap between the plate and the seal. In the normal state, it should be pressed tightly.

We repair the thermocouple of the solenoid valve

The gas leakage monitoring system is very important. Thanks to it, a leak is prevented in the event of an involuntary fading of the flame. The problem with the thermocouple is the attenuation of the flame immediately after the button is released.

Important! The thermocouple is presented in the form of a metal pin, in which the upper part is pointed. Its location is next to the burner. The operating principle of this temperature sensor is very simple: the

• flame decays;
• temperature decreases;
• then - thanks to gas control, there is an automatic shutdown of the crane.

That's why, even if the hotplate is on, no gas is produced.

To eliminate this problem, grease, carbon deposits and dirt are removed from the thermocouple, for which ordinary sandpaper is used.

Important! If the situation after such a procedure does not change, it will be necessary to disassemble the panel and replace the device.

We repair the electric ignition

Thanks to this function, the gas stove can be ignited without using matches or a cigarette lighter. To do this, the plate must be additionally connected to the outlet, but the operation of household appliances becomes more secure.

Important! Electric breakdowns are rare.

The reasons for this - either in the contamination or in the failure of the ignition during the wiping of the plate. In any case, the element needs to be changed, for what:

1. The gas stove is turned off.
2. A partition is located beneath it.
3. Disconnects the old electric ignition from the bracket.
4. Sets the new item.

Important! Before you mount a new device, you must always turn off the ignition control module.

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Testing the repair quality of the

In any case, after repair, you need to check how tight the valves and connections are. To do this, a soapy solution is applied to the suspect areas. If there are bubbles in it - there is a leak, which must be eliminated.

As you can see, gas stove repair is quite possible with our own hands. But if there is any doubt in your own abilities, it is better to call a specialist, since gas is very dangerous.