How to clean the gas hob

A gas cooker is one of the main units in a modern kitchen, without which it is impossible to imagine cooking. Cleaning its working surface is quite simple, but you will learn how to clean the gas hob correctly from this article.

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Why clean the gas hob?

Many of you have probably come across a situation where the gas from the hob burners starts to burn worse. The flame of the burner partially or completely disappears, changes its color and shade, in particularly neglected cases, one or more burners may not work at all.

Sometimes the problem lies in the weak gas pressure. But most often the cause of such troubles is the usual contamination of the burner splitters or the nozzles that are under the hob. In the process of cooking food in small holes may get liquid or particles of food. Pollution can also occur due to the fact that powder cleaners are often used to clean the surface of the board. In any case, if the problem has arisen, you should address it.

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Than to clean the gas hob?

To quickly and easily remove all deposits of dirt, you will need:

• detergent;
• water;
• water tank;
• rubber gloves;
• old toothbrush;
• 9% vinegar or baking soda solution;
• cotton towel( napkin);
• needle or thin needle;
• stationery clip or thin wire.

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How do I clean the gas burner?

The cleaning process can be divided into 2 stages:

1. Cleaning of the burner itself. It consists of:
   • torch cover( reflector);
   • splitter;
   • basis.

Note! It is advisable to carry out regularly to keep the slab parts in proper condition.

1. Cleaning the nozzle( nozzle), which feeds the gas-air mixture to the surface of the burner. Carry out if necessary: ​​in case the gas burns very poorly or the burner does not work at all.

Important! Before trying to solve the problems with the injectors yourself, call the master gas-man( locksmith) on the house. He must check the gas pressure, the state of the burner and the injectors and, if possible, fix the problem. In case there is no time, money or the master did not come, try to manage yourself.

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How do I clean the surface and the details of the burner?

This procedure can be performed in several ways. Use one of the options below to avoid spending a lot of time and doing it right.

Method 1

1. Check that the cooker has cooled down.
2. Remove the burners.
3. Remove the divider.
4. Clean the cutter holes with a needle or thin needle.
5. Take a bowl or a small container.
6. Fill it with hot water and detergent in a ratio of approximately 10: 1.
7. Lower the disassembled burners in the solution for 15-20 minutes( if the impurities are strong, you can extend the soaking time to 2 hours).
8. Wear gloves after the specified time.
9. Take a kitchen sponge with an abrasive coating and its hard side remove dirt from the parts.
10. Clean the gas channels of the burner with a toothbrush.
11. Wash several times with warm water to remove detergent residues.
12. Wipe dry with a towel or towel or spread out to dry.
13. Assemble the burner parts.

Important! When cleaning, do not use metal scrapers and brushes, as they can leave scratches and thereby damage the surface of the burner.

Method 2

1. Remove the contaminated cooking zone from the cooker.
2. Disassemble it in separate parts.
3. Take a small saucepan.
4. Pour 2 tablespoons of 9% vinegar into it.
5. Add 1 glass of cold water to the container.
6. Bring the solution to a boil.
7. Place the cooking zone in it for 25-30 minutes.
8. Wait, then put on gloves.
9. Clean the burner using a soft kitchen sponge.
10. Rinse several times in warm water.
11. Wipe dry with a towel made from cotton cloth.
12. Assemble the details of the burner.

Important! Instead of vinegar, you can use ordinary baking soda, which also effectively removes impurities.

Method 3

For rapid cleaning without soaking, Milam-gel is suitable - a product that is sold in specialty household chemicals stores. Use it this way:

1. Remove the hotplate from the plate.
2. Apply a small amount of Milam gel to the surface of the burner.
3. Leave it for about 5 minutes.
4. Brush with a sponge or brush.
5. Thoroughly rinse off the product.
6. Wash the burners with warm water.
7. Dry or wipe the burners with a towel until completely absorbed by moisture.

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How do I clean the nozzles?

Before proceeding, it is advisable to perform the following actions:

1. Close the gas access to the plate by turning the valve.
2. Check if the stove is cold.
3. Open the window or window.

Next:

1. Remove the grate from the plate. Disconnect the gas distributor from the burner.
2. Remove the burner.
3. Inside you will find a small hole - the nozzle.
4. Take a paper clip or a piece of steel wire.
5. Bend it to the "stick" state.
6. Insert into the hole( nozzle) as far as possible.
7. Turn several times, clean, pull out the paper clip.
8. Replace the burner and grill.

Important! If the diameter of the nozzle is smaller or larger than the thickness of the paper clip, you can use a guitar string, sewing needle, pin or small syringe with a needle to clean.

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Useful tips

• Regularly, at least once a year, call for a house wizard for technical inspection, timely identification and troubleshooting of gas stoves.
• Thoroughly clean the surface of the cooker and the burner from debris and scale.
• To clean the working surface of the cooker instead of powdery detergents that can accumulate and enter the burner nozzle, use soft gels such as "Cif".In addition, they have a liquid texture and do not scratch the coating of the plate.
• Always observe the safety precautions when contacting the cooker: do not touch the hot cooking surface; when cleaning the burners, always shut off the gas supply tap, and ventilate the room regularly.

We hope that these simple tips will help you solve the current problems with the stove. But, as you know, any technique requires careful operation. Therefore, careful and timely care for it will extend the life of your kitchen favorite for many years.