A gas stove with convection is already commonplace. The convection version is gaining more and more popularity because it makes any dish even tastier.
Convection is a type of oven operation in which hot air circulates throughout the entire volume of the oven. The air moves through it under the influence of a special fan, which is mounted on the back wall. This mode allows you to create excellent baked goods, meat dishes and dry mushrooms or crackers.
Features of gas models with convection
As already noted, the key element here is the fan. It is quite simple in design. Although recently more and more modifications with a more powerful version of the fan have appeared. An additional heating component is installed in its surroundings.
Strengthened options are also used. They create a rapid hot air flow. Thanks to this effect, a dried layer appears on the prepared product. It prevents the juice from evaporating during the baking process.
All these options were previously present only in electric convection models. But in recent years, gas stoves with convection ovens (CD) have also begun to have these capabilities. The combination of a fan and heating components created a solid range of variations in the heat treatment of products.
Multifunctional CDs operate in 1-8 modes.
- Defrosting semi-finished products at room temperature.
- Defrosting the same products using warm air. The oven has a heating component and a fan. Mushrooms, fruits and vegetables are dried in the same mode.
- Standard cooking. Heaters are activated from below and from above. This mode bakes pies, pizza and cottage cheese.
- Express cooking. The same components work as in step 3 + fan. Casseroles, roasts, and fruit pies are being prepared.
- Express cooking at different levels. They operate: a fan and a heating element mounted around its circumference.
- Browning various baked goods and dishes. The grill works from above.
- Grill. Thin pieces of meat, fish and vegetables, sandwiches and casseroles are prepared.
- Grill + convection. Participants in the process: fan and grill. This mode creates an appetizing crispy crust. Kebabs, whole poultry and massive pieces of meat are being prepared.
Powerful modern versions have moist convection. She introduces another mode - steaming. In this mode, dishes do not lose their aroma, taste and set of vitamins at all. Excellent dough germination is ensured at the start of the cooking process. The baked goods do not dry out during further cooking.
Key Features and Features
The main element of the device is a powerful fan. When installing an additional heating element, the air moves more intensely and heats up faster. Such solid equipment allows you to perform the following culinary operations.
- Normal cooking. Upper and lower heaters allow you to make pizza and pastries, pies and sochniki with cottage cheese.
- Faster cooking. Dishes filled with fruits and vegetables, casseroles and recipes for meat products. In this mode, a fan additionally operates in tandem with the heaters. If a heating element located around the perimeter of the circle is added, the express cooking process occurs at different levels.
- Grill. The top one ensures light browning of all baked dishes. In this case, the heating elements are located in the upper compartment. There are stoves with electric grill and air grill. An air grill as a type of convection oven is a glass container on a plastic stand, has a heating element on the lid, and a fan. Vortex hot air flows do not extend beyond the chamber, ensuring uniform heating. Food can be cooked without oil or fat.
- Standard grill. Thin pieces of meat and poultry, light vegetable snacks, and sandwiches are prepared. When the ventilation system is running, convection is created. In this mode, voluminous poultry carcasses are placed in the oven, kebabs and large pieces of meat are fried.
- Defrosting. If the temperature is low, the usual process of defrosting semi-finished products occurs. The included CD makes it possible to intensively defrost and dry mushrooms, and prepare vegetables and fruits in dry form.
Advantages of slabs with CD
- Simultaneous preparation of several dishes. This uses several levels. All kinds of burning and raw food are excluded.
- The oven reaches the desired temperatures faster. The cooking process time is reduced. Gas is consumed more economically.
- Any dish is baked evenly and on all sides.
- You don't need to use a lot of oil for the process.
- Eliminates odor from the oven.
- Semi-finished products are defrosted at high speed.
- Mushrooms, herbs, greens, vegetables and fruits are perfectly dried.
Reminder for roasting meat
The readiness of this product depends on its type and manipulations with it. For example, a whole piece takes twice as long to bake as slicing, while a marinated piece will reach the desired doneness a little faster.
| The product's name | Baking temperature, °C | Cooking time, minutes |
| Pork (one piece, 1 kg) | 180 | 90 |
| Pork (cut) | 180 | 35–40 |
| Beef and veal (one piece, 1 kg) | 200 | 120 |
| Beef (cut) | 180 | 60 |
| Cutlets | 180 | 30 |
| Lamb (one piece, 1 kg) | 180 | 90 |
| Lamb (sliced) | 180 | 30 |
| Rabbit (carcass, 1 kg) | 180 | 90 |
Selection principles
KD can be in both electric and gas models. There are also combined versions on sale. Their equipment includes a hob (gas) and an oven (electric). In some modifications, gas burners are combined with electric ones.
- Burners. Gas burners can have different shapes and power. Today there are a lot of models with round burners. There are triangular and oval versions. Some appliances have burners with 2-3 lines of flame.
- Cooking area. There are two options for its manufacture: enameled and stainless steel. The price of the first option is small. It has a wide range of colors. Solid hygienic properties are noted. For your information! The second option is more expensive. But it is much easier to clean. Recently, a third option has become relevant - an aluminum alloy that has undergone special processing. It has powerful performance characteristics. It requires minimal care. And such surfaces are resistant to scratches and tarnishing.
- Gas control. This option or its analogue is an excellent protector against gas leaks. Principle: The gas is automatically shut off if the flame goes out unexpectedly.
- Presence of electric ignition. Its versions: mechanical and automatic. To start the first option, turn the power relay and press the ignition button. The second version starts immediately after turning this relay.
- Presence of a timer. Its variations: mechanical and electronic. The first one only signals the end of the specified time. The second program programs the operation of the oven and one burner, automatically turns the oven on or off at a given time.
- Oven volume. The more food you plan to cook, the larger the oven. Very large ovens have a maximum range of options. Such versions are preferred by particularly hospitable hostesses.
- Oven cleaning method. Modern technologies greatly simplify stove maintenance. Cleaning the oven is easier thanks to the non-stick enamel. It is resistant to various stains. The hydrolysis or pyrolytic method of cleansing is simply a lifesaver for all housewives. The essence of the first: a baking sheet is placed in the oven, water with a cleaning agent is poured into it, the oven heats up, all the dirt in tandem with the steam ends up in the pan. The essence of the second: the oven is brought to high temperatures, for example, 250 degrees. Under such conditions, all the dirt burns. To achieve maximum cleanliness, you need to wait until the oven has completely cooled down and wipe it with a damp paper cloth. Some ovens have built-in filters to absorb grease and odors.
What does combustion temperature depend on?
The flame temperature in a gas stove strongly depends on two factors:
- chemical composition of the incoming gas mixture;
- fuel supply intensity.
Dependence of temperature on fuel type
There are two types of gas used in everyday life: natural and liquefied. The gas itself is odorless and colorless, so for safety it is odorized. A special substance, ethanethiol (or ethyl mercaptan), is added to the gas mixture, which does not affect flammability, but has a sharp, specific odor. It is the smell of ethanethiol that people smell when a leak occurs.
Natural gas consists mainly of methane - about 97% of the total volume. The remaining 3% is represented by various mixtures, including ethyl mercaptan. It is natural gas that can reach temperatures of 1500 degrees.
Liquefied gas is used where it is not yet possible to install a gas pipeline. In this case, either a propane-butane mixture (65 to 35) or a butane-propane mixture (85 to 15) is poured into the cylinders under pressure. Such mixtures burn worse than methane, so the combustion temperature does not exceed 1000 degrees.
Due to the temperature difference, different equipment is used for each type of gas. Many manufacturers of gas stoves equip their models with special jets and gearboxes so that the stove can be easily converted from natural gas to liquefied gas. If you don’t use them and just connect the cylinders to the stove, it will begin to smoke heavily and constantly go out.
Attention!
Do not attempt to convert the stove to another type of gas yourself! Contact the gas service, specialists will help solve all your problems.
Influence of combustion intensity on flame temperature
Using rotary controls, you can fully open the tap or partially close it, thereby increasing or decreasing the volume of gas entering the burner. The larger the volume, the stronger the flame of the burner, and therefore the heat output.
Examples of the best models with CD
Each buyer can highlight his own rating of the best gas devices with pressurized pressure. Here is the following list:
Hansa FCMW68020
pros
- Full size
- Required set of functions
- High-quality oven operation
Minuses
- Large burner is too close to the edge of the stove
From 16800 ₽
The combination stove produced in the FCMW68020 series is available in a laconic black and white design that will suit a kitchen decorated in a modern classic style. The spacious oven with a capacity of 65 liters is equipped with a grill function. Automatic electric ignition built into the handle will make it easier to use gas burners, and durable cast iron grates will hold the weight of the cookware well. It is possible to switch to liquefied gas. Three standard burners and one quick heating on the wide surface of the stove will allow you to cook several dishes at once.
GEFEST 5102-03
pros
- Attractive design
- Reliability
- Quality
Minuses
- No thermometer in the oven
- Noise when gas burners are on
- Poor gas power regulation
From 22000 ₽
The stove of the Belarusian brand “GEFEST” 5102-03 successfully combines convenience and ease of use. The model runs on gas and electricity with equal success. The working surface is covered with enamel and is controlled using mechanical rotary switches. The 52-liter oven is equipped with a built-in grill and a timer that allows you to automatically control the cooking time. There is a spacious drawer at the bottom of the stove for storing utensils.
GEFEST 6502-03 0030
pros
- Fast and even baking
- Many modes
Minuses
- The management console is not blocked
From 21700 ₽
The stove looks stylish in the interior, and thanks to the convection in the oven, the dishes get a nice golden crust. There is a drawer for utensils inside. The presence of lighting, electric grill, spit, cast iron grates included. There is a sound timer. Oven parameters: 60x60x85 cm, 52 l.
Gorenje K 5241 SH
pros
- Stylish design
- High-quality oven operation
Minuses
- Markable surface
From 27500 ₽
The Gorenje K 5241 SH combination cooker is available for purchase in a silver-black design with a transparent hinged lid. The stainless steel body is equipped with an enamel work surface with mechanical controls. For ease of use, there is a timer with automatic shutdown and electric ignition of the burners.
The spacious top panel has four built-in gas burners (3 standard and 1 quick-heat), which can comfortably accommodate dishes of different sizes. Gas control of burners is responsible for safety. The spacious electric oven (70 liters of volume) has a practical grill function, lighting, a convention and is protected by a double glass door. The bottom drawer is convenient for storing pots and pans that will always be at hand.
Electrolux EKK 951301 W
pros
- Many modes
- Electric grill available
- Auto-ignition
Minuses
- Weak width
From 25000 ₽
The body of the Electrolux model and its interior, as well as the grille, are covered with enamel. The VP cover is glass. The presence of a sound timer, gas control, a drawer for storing dishes. The confocus lights are ignited using automatic electric ignition.
Don't forget about vegetables
When roasting vegetables, it is important not to miss the moment. If you overexpose it a little, they will lose all their elasticity. Fortunately, their preparation does not require much time and preparation, but the result is no less tasty.
| The product's name | Baking temperature, °C | Cooking time, minutes |
| Jacket potatoes | 180 | 40 |
| Potatoes (in wedges) | 180 | 25–30 |
| Beetroot (whole) | 180 | 60 |
| Tomatoes | 180 | 15 |
| Eggplant | 190–200 | 15–20 |
| Zucchini (pieces) | 200 | 20 |
| Pumpkin | 180 | 25–30 |
| Corn | 200 | 35–40 |
| Bulgarian pepper | 200 | 25–30 |
| Broccoli | 180 | 25 |
| Cauliflower | 180 | 20 |
| Brussels sprouts | 190–200 | 40 |
| Carrots (with sticks) | 180 | 25–30 |
| Garlic | 180 | 30–35 |
As you can see, each product requires its own conditions for preparation. It’s almost impossible to remember them all, but it’s good that there are helpers like this article.
Results
When you are going to purchase this or that model, say Hans, check out the assortments and reputation of stores from your or the nearest city. Study reviews of both the store and the model. If there are few critical reviews of a model, it may be that people simply did not purchase the best product or were using it incorrectly. Here is a question for the retail outlet. Give preference to both the store and the product with the most positive reviews. Of course, visit several stores and check the stove in person.
Cooking poultry in the oven
It is also important to consider size and preliminary preparation here. The calculation is given as an average. Therefore, if the intended piece is a little more than a kilogram, then you need to allow extra time.
| The product's name | Baking temperature, °C | Cooking time, minutes |
| Chicken (whole, 1 kg) | 190 | 60 |
| Chicken thighs or drumsticks | 190 | 45–60 |
| Chicken legs | 190 | 60 |
| Chicken breast | 190 | 45 |
| Turkey fillet | 200 | 60 |
| Duck (carcass, weighing 1 kg) | 200 | 60 |
| Duck (pieces) | 190–200 | 60–90 |
Chemical composition[edit | edit code]
The main part of natural gas is methane (CH4) - from 70 to 98%. The composition of natural gas may include heavier hydrocarbons - homologues of methane[1]:
- ethane (C2H6),
- propane (C3H8),
- butane (C4H10),
- pentane (C5H12).
Natural gas also contains other substances that are not hydrocarbons:
- hydrogen (H2),
- hydrogen sulfide (H2S),
- carbon dioxide (CO2)[1],
- nitrogen (N2)[1],
- helium (He) and other inert gases.
Pure natural gas is colorless and odorless. To make it easier to detect gas leaks, odorants are added in small quantities - substances that have a strong unpleasant odor (rotten cabbage, rotten hay, rotten eggs). Most often, thiols (mercaptans) are used as an odorant, for example, ethyl mercaptan (16 g per 1000 m³ of natural gas).
Natural gas is considered more environmentally friendly compared to coal, as it produces less CO2 emissions per unit of energy produced[2].
Appendix 1
Today I received another letter asking me to explain where to get capillaries and, in general, how to make an injector. It was even proposed to use electrical erosion. I had no idea that this could cause problems. So, I do it this way. First of all, I got used to using M3 screws for the injectors (a regular screw with a 3 mm metric thread). So, take your box of M3 screws, dump it out and distribute it in an even layer. Then take a magnet and pull out all the attached screws. As a result, you will be left with screws that do not tighten. The fact that they look the same as the others should not fool you. These are plated brass screws. In the photo under number 1. If there are no brass M3s, nothing prevents you from doing this with M4.
Next, you have five options: – immediately drill a hole with the required drill diameter. But this is for fairly large holes and with a precision drill. – drill on both sides of the screw with a large drill, but not all the way. Then pierce this jumper with a needle or drill it with a small drill. – drill with a large drill, and then fill the hole with PIC solder, and then work with it, which is much easier. – drill with a large drill, and then use POS solder to solder a stainless steel wire of the appropriate diameter coaxially into the screw. And then pull out the wire. And finally, you can solder a capillary of the appropriate diameter into the drilled hole using low-melting solder. So, capillaries, that is, thin tubes. Under the number 2 are capillaries from instrumentation instrument recorders. It’s unlikely that this advice will make you feel any better. But number 3 is the most realistic option. When the doctor gives you an injection, don’t groan, don’t feel sorry for yourself, but gather your willpower and ask the doctor to give you the needle as a souvenir. He will give it back, he doesn’t mind. Thus, over the course of your sick life and that of your loved ones, you will collect an extensive collection of capillaries. And if you are lucky enough to give injections with imported syringes, the range will become much richer. They also have very thin needles, for example for vaccinations. Don’t forget to also collect a collection of steel elastic wires for cleaning capillaries - number 4. Number 5 - my new gas stove came with a whole set of nozzles with different hole diameters. And finally, 6-end clamps for mounting multi-core electrical wires. A whole bunch of different diameters.
Popular manufacturing brands
When choosing a stove, you should give preference to trusted manufacturers who have proven their reliability:
- Gefest . The line of the Belarusian brand is represented by a variety of models. The stoves are equipped with electric ignition, ensuring safety of use. Most models have dual oven lights, a timer and a grill.
- Darina . Budget equipment that combines beautiful design and high quality. The model range is represented by units with excellent functionality. The hob can withstand temperatures up to 800 degrees. The grates are made of cast iron. There is a “small flame”, grill and other useful options.
- Hansa . Reliable units with a gas control system and ECO-GAS technology, allowing you to save up to 12% of gas. Cast iron grates are easy to clean and suitable for pans of any size. Electric ignition provides gas supply with one turn. The ovens are spacious and have high power.
- Electrolux . Stylish and multifunctional plates. There are additional options, including the presence of a display and a grill with convection. The units are distinguished by high build quality, reliable materials and components. If the operating instructions are followed, they last more than 10 years.
- Ardesia . Easy to use plates. Equipped with grill, timer and powerful lighting. They are safe to use due to the presence of electric ignition and a gas control system. All models are equipped with drawers in which it is convenient to store dishes.
- Beko . High quality equipment. Models differ in size, design and technical characteristics. There is gas control, electric ignition and other useful functions that ensure a high-quality cooking process and safe operation.
- Candy . Units with durable enamel surface and four gas burners. An inexpensive and practical option for those looking for a combination stove. The device is safe to use and provides excellent results. The oven heats up evenly due to the convenient location of the heating elements.
