Features of the combined gas stoves with electric ovens
Combined gas stoves with electric ovens are not cheap, but they fully justify their price with functionality and compactness. Consider what constitutes a “two in one” device.
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How to choose a gas stove
Before you decide what built-in options you need, you should understand with hob. The stove should be tailored to your personal preferences, but there are a number of important parameters to consider when purchasing.
Dimensions
As a rule, the stove is selected depending on the size of kitchen furniture:
- If we talk about the depth of planting, then these sizes range from 50 to 60 centimeters.
- The variation in width can be from 30 to 90 centimeters.
- The height of the plate can reach 85 centimeters.
Standard, plates are purchased in the range of 50-60 centimeters. It is advisable to purchase in addition to it and kitchen hood.
Material
Choosing a technique, we should not forget about the material from which it is made.
- Ordinary enamelled plates, practicality and durability of which has been tested for decades. This is one of the most inexpensive surfaces. But it should be handled with care, because it does not suffer blows.
- Models stainless steel differ in fine appearance and heat resistance. But to wash such a unit is very difficult, since for this it is necessary to use special tools.
- Glass ceramic plates look very impressive, but you need to handle them very carefully. Glass ceramics is subject to mechanical damage, and any crack can affect its performance.
- The newest coating option is aluminum alloy. Such plates are almost impossible to scratch, there are no problems with cleaning, but they cost a bit more expensive than the models described above.
Before the start cleaning plate, especially glass-ceramic, it is necessary to wait for its complete cooling.
Burners
In the plates, there are, as a rule, 4 burners, which differ in their diameter. Their power depends on the size - from 1 to 2.6 kilowatts. However, modern combination plates can combine in themselves new non-standard solutions:
- Some burners can work on the principle of "languor". To do this, they are covered with a special lid, and the outgoing heat is evenly distributed.
- The burners try to locate as close as possible to the surface, this provides ease of maintenance and does not allow debris to accumulate.
- There are burners with continuous burning function. Accidentally extinguish such a flame is almost impossible.
- There are also models with burners made in a non-standard form. This not only looks interesting, but also has practical value.
There are also gas-electric models of cooking stoves. This is convenient because in the absence of one of the power sources, you can use the second one, so you definitely will not be left without lunch.
Advantages and disadvantages
Before you buy this or that technique, you should familiarize yourself with its characteristics.Any device has positive and negative sides that can be of serious importance to you.
Advantages of gas stoves:
- Cook on it quickly.
- Easy to control the level of heat.
- Easy to use and easy to care for.
- The cost of gas is lower than the cost of electricity.
Minuses:
- Such a technique, if it is connected incorrectly, can provoke a fire (how to connect correctly - read here).
- In order to move the stove, it is necessary to make complex manipulations, as well as call the gasman.
- Repair it possible, but only if you contact the gas service.
Gas stoves with electric oven
Choosing a gas stove With an electric oven, it is important to consider the following:
- Your wiring must meet the requirements. If you live in an old house, and the wiring has not changed for a very long time, you should refuse such an acquisition.
- Do not forget that an electric oven consumes a lot of electricity, which is much more expensive than gas.
The oven in the combined model can be classic or multifunctional. The differences between them are in the heating element, which in the first embodiment is located above and below.And in the second - from all sides.
Advantages and disadvantages of combined instruments
Despite the fact that this model is designed to combine all the best, before buying, you should be familiar with possible problems.
Advantages:
- You can adjust the gas level in the burners.
- It is possible to clean the surface before it cools completely.
- The oven warms up quickly and evenly, which affects the quality of baking products.
- In this oven food does not burn.
- Availability functions "gas control" makes the device completely safe.
Disadvantages:
- The oven cools for a long time.
- The complexity of the installation.
- The high price of the device.
- High costs for operation.
Most of these devices have a number of additional functions that are not possible in a gas oven. For example, the grill function.
Overview of popular manufacturers
Choosing a stove, it is better to trust trusted brands that have already proven their reliability. To date, such manufacturers can be noted.
- Slovenian plates Gorene differ in the low price and quality. Most of the models are designed for small kitchens and have small dimensions.Also, their products are characterized by the presence of adjustable legs, which is especially important in a room with uneven floors.
- A popular manufacturer of plates is considered a German company. Bosh. Devices are made in standard sizes, which makes it possible to install them in any room. Ovens in this series differ in functionality, despite their small size.
- Brand plates Kaiser characterized by ease of installation, durable protective glass. In addition, the range of additional functions in these models is much higher than that of other manufacturers.
The best models of combined plates
Choosing a stove, I want to get the highest quality thing at a relatively low cost. According to buyers, the following are considered the best options.
Gorenje K 55320 AW
This stove is considered the best in a series of combining an electric oven and a gas panel. Technical specifications:
- Management is completely electronic.
- Convenient timer with display.
- There is an electric ignition function.
- The oven is equipped with convection and grill function.
- During start-up the burner makes a lot of noise.
- Some complain about problems with electronics, but such cases are few.
Hansa FCMX59120
This model does not differ in price from the previous one. But there are a number of other differences worth noting:
- Mechanical control.
- The presence of a timer.
- There is an automatic ignition function.
- The oven is equipped not only with grill and convection, but also with lighting.
- No gas control option.
- Included is not a baking sheet.
- Many complain about the inconvenient arrangement of the burners.
- The burners have an unusually large size.
- The oven is not thermally insulated, which means it will consume more electricity.
GEFEST 6102-03
This stove is a bit more expensive than the previous ones, which fully pays off with its increased security:
- Switching mechanical.
- Built-in timer.
- There is an automatic ignition function.
- There is an option "gas control".
Gorenje K 67333 RW
The model is distinguished not only by a significant price difference, but also by a peculiar appearance:
- Mechanical switch system.
- There is a timer.
- There is an electric ignition.
- The oven is equipped with a grill and a convention.
- There is a gas controller.
Ardesia D 667 RCRC
Externally, this model is made in retro style, which makes it somewhat peculiar. Technical parameters look like this:
- Mechanical switches.
- High-quality timer.
- Mechanical electrical ignition system.
- In the oven there are functions of grill and convection.
- There is an option "gas control".
Conclusion
Studying the market, some buyers doubt the advisability of buying a gas stove in combination with an electric oven. After all, many are accustomed to gas ovenspaired with a hob. Of course, the latter devices are economical in operation, but the risk associated with the gas pipeline greatly exceeds this advantage. And the combined models are probably the best combination of economy, convenience and safety.