The home cooking community has been arguing about the quality of baking in a gas oven for many years. Some believe that gas is the best thing that can be invented for beautiful pies, while others argue that all their culinary masterpieces perish due to the incorrect operation of such an oven.
Almost all household appliances fail sooner or later, and the pies and other dishes that the housewife so diligently prepares do not bake or burn.
In fact, there are no clear answers to the questions “Is a gas oven good to use?” and “Why doesn’t the oven bake well?” does not exist. The quality of the resulting product depends on many factors - the experience of the cook, the degree of his “familiarity” with the stove (each has its own nuances that can only be learned over time, they are not written about in the instructions), the build quality of the oven (a couple of millimeters of clearance and that’s all, the effect is different).
One of the reasons for uneven baking of pies, cakes and other things in a gas oven, according to experts, is a violation of the seal of the chamber.
Experienced gas technicians are able to identify the “disease” instantly, but for this, a home cook will need to study some aspects and features of the gas assistant’s behavior.
Some gas ovens have thin factory insulation installed, which allows heat to pass through. If a fact is discovered, it is better to seek help from a specialist to replace the existing insulating material with a better one.
Rules for using the oven
Usually, all problems with a gas oven begin at the moment when the owners stop properly caring for it. This does not apply to manufacturing defects, which can be detected before the warranty expires.
Before preparing any dish, you must thoroughly study the oven instructions and recipe. These are two components of a perfect dish.
To avoid breakdowns, follow the rules:
- call a gas service worker every year for an inspection;
- do not forget to check the oven before turning it on so as not to fry foreign objects;
- clean the oven after each use;
- To install the oven, call a professional, do not do it yourself.
Prepare baked goods only on an aluminum baking sheet or in special containers designed for this purpose.
Remember, working with gas is a high-risk activity; do not expose yourself and your loved ones to it. Take this issue seriously and use the help of professionals.
If the bottom burns, but the baked goods are not baked
One of the features of ovens is heating - it is difficult to regulate. In addition, improper heat distribution inside may occur, resulting in uneven cooking. This type of problem can be easily fixed on your own. There are several ways:
- a special baking stone is installed. It should be made of fireclay clay, which, due to its porous structure, absorbs the heat coming from the bottom of the cabinet and distributes it evenly throughout the oven. Some housewives, unable to find fireclay bricks, use regular red bricks. It has almost the same properties;
Correct heat distribution - regular rock salt can also be a great alternative to brick. Although it has slightly different properties, instead of absorbing heat and distributing it, salt lowers the temperature, allowing food to cook evenly. You only need one pack of rock salt, which is poured onto a baking sheet that is placed at the very bottom of the oven. Salt can be used for years, it does not deteriorate and does not absorb odors. Some housewives use ordinary quartz sand;
Salt for proper heat distribution - Water is also an excellent means of promoting proper heat distribution. However, this method is effective only in cases where the cooking time is short. Pour water into a baking tray or other large container and place the dish under baking. You need to keep an eye on the fumes.
Baking water
Common malfunctions and breakdowns of gas ovens
If during the inspection process it was not possible to identify any such defect, then the reason may be a breakdown of the thermostat.
- breakdown of the internal thermostat, shutdown of the oven during cooking due to the thermocouple contact moving away from the valve;
- bending of the hose, and as a result – unstable gas supply to the oven;
- poor heating of the oven due to the shift of the thermocouple tip;
- connection to electricity is disconnected (subject to electric ignition);
- broken ignition handle;
- valve winding rupture;
- Damage to the auto shut-off system due to a gas leak, the oven turning off during cooking or the inability to connect;
- turning off the gas supply immediately after releasing the tap;
- improper heat distribution due to wear of the rubber gasket between the door and the body.
If we look at the problem from a technical point of view, then most often the problem lies in improper heat distribution.
How to use the oven correctly
It is very important to follow safety precautions when baking, regardless of the type of oven. The cake may burn on the bottom and not bake on the outside due to improper use of the oven.
How to use the oven correctly:
- Before you start baking, you need to remove everything from the oven. A burnt bottom and an unbaked top may indicate that there are foreign objects in the oven that are preventing the heat from being evenly distributed.
- Before you start baking, you need to preheat the chamber at the highest temperature for 10 minutes, and then set the desired mode.
- It is best to place the baking tray in the middle of the oven. It is very important that there is space left inside for air circulation. If the baked goods still burn, then the deco should be placed on the very top.
- A slightly open door can also cause burnt bottoms. You need to close it tightly and watch the cake through the viewing window.
If the oven gets very hot at the bottom, it is best to place the deco above the middle. In this situation, the cake will be able to bake evenly.
How to choose an electric oven for your home kitchen
The choice of an electric furnace depends entirely on the work assigned to it. If you need a model that will do an excellent job of baking buns and cooking meat, then a mini oven is perfect for you. This model has a fairly low cost, while its baking quality is excellent. It has small dimensions, so it is perfect for even the smallest kitchen.
These types of compact ovens have almost all the functions of stationary appliances. The number of functions and temperature conditions completely depend on the model. Devices can be equipped with:
- defrosting function;
- top heating with convection;
- lower heat;
- top and bottom heating;
- Possibility to turn on the fan in any operating mode.
As a rule, such devices are not as powerful as stationary ones, but 230 degrees is enough to cook any dish quickly enough.
The types of ovens available on the market today are amazing. Therefore, making a choice in favor of one model or another is difficult, but possible. First of all, you need to understand why you need this assistant and what functions it should perform in order to satisfy the housewife’s desires in the kitchen.
So, the main selection parameters:
Type of execution - will it be a built-in oven or freestanding:
- If you are just planning to renovate your kitchen, it is better to purchase a built-in design. You can choose the desired dimensions and design;
- if a stationary stove was installed in the kitchen, then the choice is limited to the same models, however, you can buy a stove where the upper elements will be gas and the bottom will be electric, or the entire stove will be electric.
Availability of functions. The cost directly depends on this parameter:
- budget models have the ability to adjust heating modes and have several basic functions;
- more expensive electric stoves can be equipped with everything necessary for comfortable cooking of food, defrosting it, a timer and delay cooking, and keeping food warm.
Power and energy efficiency. These parameters must be read in the instructions that come with each model.
Design. Modern models can be made from different materials. The most popular and expensive is the enameled oven. It can be made in different colors and shades, which contributes to the maximum selection of its room design.
Ignition produces a spark, but the burner does not ignite
If a spark occurs when turned on, but no fire occurs, the reason is the thermocouple. It is necessary to intercede if repair is impossible. Updating the solenoid valve also gives a positive result. After this, the stove works stably.
Advice! Check the picture of the ignition unit - if it is in order, but a spark does not occur, the problem lies in the unit or power supply wire.
If there is a spark, the dust burns, but goes out quickly, press the button to supply gas for a long time. Perhaps the sensors responsible for supplying the flame do not have time to warm up.
The main reasons for poor oven performance
Regardless of the cost of the oven and the brand of the manufacturer, no owner is immune from unpleasant discoveries during operation. It often happens that old Soviet ovens, which have been standing for twenty years, bake and heat better and more efficiently than their brand new foreign counterparts.
There can be quite a lot of problems associated with gas appliances - sometimes the gas does not flow well, the oven goes out, the burner does not burn well, or a leak occurs. Therefore, it is extremely important to observe safety measures when operating gas-using equipment.
There are many reasons for this, from simple user inattention to serious system breakdowns. Here are some of them:
- poor care of the oven, burning of the thermocouple tip and the inside of the oven due to food debris that got there;
- poor quality of the factory assembly of the oven, in which the body becomes loose over time and displaces the working elements;
- disconnected electricity (if there are elements operating from it);
- poor quality of installation, legs are not aligned (over time, small distortions make themselves felt, affecting the operation of internal elements);
- poorly thought out gas supply system, use of a flexible hose of a length longer than necessary;
- insufficient pressure level under which the gas is supplied.
If your gas oven is equipped with a convection function, then it should cook food as expected. This means that the reason for the poor functionality of the equipment should be excluded and looked for in something else.
Of course, there are many more reasons for poor oven performance, but these are the main ones that craftsmen encounter.
Some of the breakdowns are quite difficult and dangerous to fix on your own. Therefore, it is advisable to contact a gas company specialist. Diagnosis of these faults is simple and consists of a thorough inspection of the equipment.
Other Causes of Failed Baking
Sometimes it happens that after using various methods to normalize the temperature, the bottom of the baked goods burns, but the top remains damp. Then we can say that there are other problems:
- If the bottom of the dough burns, but the dough itself remains raw, there are two reasons that can lead to such consequences: the wrong temperature was chosen or the dough was made incorrectly. A special feature of biscuit dough is that the whites must be beaten separately. Then it will be lush. It is strictly forbidden to place the dough in a cold cabinet. Before starting cooking, you need to set the temperature to high and put the dough, after 10 minutes it can be reduced to 170 degrees;
Rules for using the oven - You need to choose the right temperature during cooking. Every dish needs the correct temperature, and if it is not observed, the dough will burn on the bottom and remain raw on top. For example, meat or fish should be cooked at a temperature of 180 degrees. Dishes in foil need higher temperatures. Buns, donuts and many other baked goods are best cooked at a high temperature of 220 degrees.
Methods for cleaning gas burners
In order not to spend money on purchasing special means for cleaning stubborn dirt, you can use traditional methods:
- Using table vinegar. Remove the burners from the stove. Disassemble them into two parts: the divider and the lid. Then, take a large saucepan, pour a liter of boiling water into it, pour in half a glass of table vinegar. Place the burners in the resulting liquid for half an hour. After that, remove the parts, rinse them in clean water, and wipe dry with a soft cloth. The dirt should come off completely. Put the burners in place and check them for serviceability.
- Using baking soda. It will certainly be found in any home. Baking soda copes especially well with stubborn greasy stains. Initially, remove the burners and wash them in a soapy, detergent-based solution to remove soot and deposits. Take 4 tablespoons of baking soda in a bowl and add water to make a thick paste. Using a sponge, apply the resulting mixture to the burners. Leave in this state for half an hour. Then use a toothbrush to clean all the gaps on the divider so that no dirt particles remain. Rinse them in clean water and dry them with a towel or napkin.
- Detergent for cleaning burners. Soaking parts in soapy water is another effective and inexpensive way to clean dirt from burners. Fill a bowl with two liters of hot water and dissolve 4 tablespoons of any dishwashing detergent. Place the removable parts of the burners in the resulting liquid for one hour. After the specified time, rinse the parts in clean water and wipe dry with a towel. Assemble the gas stove.
How to clean a gas burner
We repeat that if you do not have relevant experience in repairing household appliances or electronics, then it is better not to attempt to repair a gas stove yourself. But you can clean the burner completely without fear. Firstly, it is useful to do this for prevention, and secondly, sometimes it is the blockage that is the problem of malfunctions with the stove. Follow these simple instructions to clean your gas burner yourself:
- Remove the top grate and the divider (the metal cover on the burner) from the stove, then remove the burner itself.
- Remove the screws to access the injector.
- Remove any remaining food or other debris that may have gotten under the burner;
- Prepare a cleaning solution from dish detergent and water (10:1 ratio). Soak the burner and other previously removed parts in this solution. You can rub the parts with a toothbrush or a simple sponge.
- Rinse the parts with clean water and wipe dry. Clean the nozzle with a wooden toothpick. Many people do not recommend using thin sewing needles for this purpose, as they can break and get stuck in the hole. Getting them out of there is very problematic.
- Reassemble all the parts and the stove is ready for use again.
Timely maintenance and regular cleaning of the gas stove will help prevent the appearance of soot, clogging of nozzles, as well as interruptions in the operation of burners. We hope that our recommendations will help you solve problems with poor combustion of burners, and in our catalog you will find all the necessary spare parts for repairing gas stoves.
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