Choosing a gas two-burner hob

Built-in gas stoves have become in demand, their popularity is growing. Many people tend to buy small stoves, for example, a 2-burner gas hob, which will satisfy a family of 2-3 people.

They are available in two modifications: dependent ones are made in the same housing with an oven, independent ones have their own design. The standard gas built-in hob with 2 burners does not functionally differ from the classic gas stove, it has all the technical parameters that meet the requirements of operation and safety of use. Dimensions depend on the design and are subdivided as follows:

• tabletop, with dimensions of 30-40 cm in width, 50-60 cm in length, do not take up much space in the kitchen;
• floor, have a height of 85 cm, a width of 30-90 cm and a depth of 50-60 cm, contain a place for storing dishes;
• embedded panels with dimensions of 29-32 cm in width and 32-53 cm in length, occupy the least space, can be located on any surface.

Enamel, most often white. It looks very aesthetically pleasing, it washes well with the use of chemicals. Protects the slab from metal corrosion, but before the appearance of mechanical damage to the coating, chips, scratches. Stainless steel, suitable for modern kitchen design styles. She is not afraid of mechanical stress, she endures the aggressive effects of chemistry.

Tempered glass has a more advanced high strength coating. It tolerates temperature extremes. For washing and cleaning, you need to purchase special substances. Glass-ceramic thin, perfectly smooth, but fragile coating, can break from a strong impact. It can withstand high temperatures; powerful burners are installed under such a hob.

Self-sufficient, independent, without an oven, the device of the gas panel is the best option when using bottled gas, when saving gas consumption becomes profitable. Installation and connection of the surface to the cylinder is not difficult, as well as disconnection. Two burners, which the device is equipped with, allow you to cook any dish, satisfy the needs for hot food for a small family.

It is not suitable for professional, restaurant cooking and for a large family. The built-in two-burner hob is rather intended for quick cooking by young, energetic people. Therefore, it provides an additional option "express burner" with a high power of 3 kW to speed up the boiling and cooking process.The second burner has 1 kW of normal combustion.

The stoves are covered with a cast-iron grate, very strong and reliable, which can withstand a heavy pan, for example, with borscht. The hob is equipped with a convenient and useful electric ignition option, which makes cooking easier - without the use of matches and lighters, you just need to turn the adjustment knob and press it.

Built-in panels are fundamentally different in the way they are operated. There are two models available.

• Mechanically adjustable by turning the knobs. A simple, convenient method, but not very functional, which does not allow you to accurately regulate the intensity of the gas supply and control the temperature regime of cooking.

• Electronically controlled, which is equipped with a touch panel on the front of the stove. It provides not only accuracy, but also the ability to regulate other additional processes.

The care of built-in tiles depends on the type of model chosen and on the material used in its manufacture. The challenge is to quickly, promptly clean up and wipe off any excess food that has gotten to the surface during cooking. It is enough to choose the right detergent and protect the surface from mechanical stress. Burnt food can sometimes be difficult to clean.

In order to preserve and not spoil the surface, you should pay attention to the choice of dishes. It should be flat, free from bulges and with a thick bottom, and its size should correspond to the diameter of the burner flame. After cooking, they wait until the stove has completely cooled down so as not to burn themselves, then it is disconnected from the gas, and the electric ignition - from the electrical network. The wire rack and burners are removed and soaked in warm water and soapy water to soak.

Burning gas releases many harmful impurities and soot into the airspace of the kitchen. For safety reasons, an extractor hood must be installed above the cooker. In addition, after cooking, it is recommended to ventilate the room well. The color of the flame from the burner is constantly monitored. If the safe blue glow changes to an uneven one with yellow flashes and there are traces of smoking on the surface of the dishes, this indicates a problem in the gas supply or a deterioration in its quality. This is especially true for bottled liquefied gas.

Models of stoves with low prices, belonging to the budget class, have a certain set of options that satisfy the comfortable daily cooking. But progress does not stand still, and improved models are offered to consumers. Additional features include the following.

• To reduce the danger in the event of a sudden extinguishment of combustion in the burner, a protective function "gas control" is provided, which provides an instant blocking of the gas supply.
• It is convenient to supply each burner with a timer, especially in the morning, when everyone is in a hurry on business, and there is simply no time to keep track of the time of boiling and boiling. A sound signal will remind you of the end of a specific process on any burner.
• The use of burners with a variable heating zone when the "additional heating" and "automatic boiling" or "autofocus" buttons are turned on. Provides for an independent, automatic switching of the heating mode when boiling.
• The grill grate is available for cooking over an open fire.
• For more economical and quick cooking, burners with multiple flame diffusers are provided.
• To protect the hob, some models offer an additional cover.
• In case of failure or malfunction, the "self-diagnosis" option is connected to search for damage.

The models of gas hobs on the market with 2 burners, for the most part, are adapted for connection to gas cylinders. They must include replacement nozzles for natural fuels and separately for LPG. In country private houses and dachas where natural gas is not supplied, liquefied gas is used for connection.

According to the rules of such a connection, the distance from the stove to the cylinder should be at least half a meter, and from the heating water pipes - more than two meters. It must be purchased at the enterprises of "Gorgaz". In addition to the widely used metal cylinders, euro cylinders appeared on the market. They are twice as light, do not explode when overheated or on fire. You can also purchase a polymer cylinder that allows you to control the volume of gas when refueling. Its disadvantage is its high cost.

To install the hob in a horizontal position, you will need a tabletop with a cut-out hole for the dimensions of the stove and the stove itself, adjusted for supplying liquefied gas, a cylinder with a reducer and a hose for connection. The work of installing the hob on the countertop, connecting the electric ignition and the gas cylinder is laborious and very responsible, so it is better to use the services of a professional specialist.

Many people who have purchased a built-in hob for two burners and successfully cook on it, in their reviews note the high rating of such stoves and indicate both positive properties and some negative points. The main advantages over a conventional stove are the following characteristics.

• The surface of the built-in panel can be easily adjusted to the area of ​​the worktop, and under it you can place shelves for dishes.
• For a small kitchen, this is a great option. The oven can be purchased separately and brought from the closet if needed.
• They note the attractive, stylish appearance of the panel, as well as the possibility of choice for any interior.
• The stove is easy to maintain, especially if it is made of glass ceramics or tempered glass.
• The main functions of the stove for adjusting the combustion temperature help to prepare very tasty dishes, especially fried ones.
• The operation of gas panels is much more economical than electric ones, due to the speed of cooking and the lower cost of gas. The stove itself is much cheaper.

The disadvantages include.

• Risk of exploitation of gas cylinders due to the possibility of their explosion.
• Many cannot mount the built-in panel on their own, and hiring a specialist is expensive.
• Stainless steel surfaces become stained over time, you must constantly monitor food splashes and drops of fat, without delaying cleaning with a sponge and soap.
• When liquefied gas burns, combustion products are released, soot appears on the dishes.

For information on how to use the gas two-burner hob correctly, see the following video.