How to use and maintain the Gas stove

Gas stove is a kitchen appliance used for cooking that is very common for housewives. Because the stove uses Gas, the possibility of fire and explosion may occur if you use it carelessly and do not store it properly. Here's how to use and maintain a Gas stove safely and economically, and how to handle common gas stove failures.  

How to use and maintain the Gas stove

Parts of Gas stove

The main parts of the gas stove visible to the outside usually include:

1. Gas stove cover, usually made of stainless steel. If the gas stove is negative, you can only see the steel top instead of glass.
2. The throat of the fire, the burner or the lotus flower, where the Gas escapes and emits a flame.
3. Tripods are used to support cooking utensils.
4. Ignition button is used to trigger sparks to ignite the Gas released from the fire throat and adjust the Gas to create a small or large fire.  
5. Gas conductor with protection valve.
6. Gas tank has a protective lock valve, this is a one-way valve that only allows Gas from the tank to go out.

Some Gas stoves have their own ignition button. Ignition can be mechanical or electronic using battery. When using a Gas stove, you need to observe and recognize these parts so that they can be used safely and economically.

Externally visible parts of the Gas stove

Gas stoves need to be installed at least 15cm from the wall, in addition, if there is a hanging shelf on the stove, the shelf should be at least 1 meter from the kitchen. When installing the rubber hose leading to Gas into the coupling, make sure it fits properly. Gas pipes made of vulcanized rubber should be used with an inner diameter of 0.9 - 1.2cm. Fasten the ends of the hose with a hose clamp called a Couier - Goat Neck.

How to use gas stove economically 

If you know how to use the stove scientifically, you can both save gas when cooking and reduce exhaust pollution. Here is a guide on how to use a gas stove efficiently and still save money.

first

Prepare ingredients

You should be prepared for tasks such as washing vegetables, washing rice, slicing meat, . then using the kitchen to cook continuously to take advantage of the heat released from the kitchen.  

2

Suitable cooking utensils

You should use energy-saving pots and pans such as pressure cookers and aluminum pots. Do not cook a small amount of food in a large pot, it will be a waste of gas. 

3

Use gas stove properly

When turning the ignition button, press and turn it firmly once. The number of times the ignition is turned on, the more Gas will escape.

4

Adjust the flame properly

The fire of the kitchen is divided into 3 parts: the upper fire, the middle fire and the lower fire. The middle part has the hottest temperature, so when cooking you don't need to use too much heat, just adjust it to burn evenly around the bottom of the pot. Gas fire will normally be green, if the fire is yellow or red, you should check your Gas stove.

5

Use a windbreak

Using barricades will prevent the wind from blowing the fire out to save energy and reduce cooking time. You can also buy a heating net that will also help block the wind and save a lot of gas.

Things to pay attention to when using a Gas stove

1. Gas stoves are designed for cooking only. To avoid unfortunate accidents, do not dry towels and fabrics on the stove.
2. You must not use a plate to cover the flame or place any flammable materials such as paper, cloth. near the stove.
3. Please place the stove in a well-ventilated room but avoid direct drafts, avoid opening the fan while cooking.
4. Do not use a worn gas hose that no longer has adequate elasticity. Old rubber hoses often cause gas leaks. This, every time you install a new gas tank, you need to ask a professional if the gas pipe is still usable.
5. Make sure the rubber hose does not touch the gas hob parts or get stuck underneath them. While using the kitchen, you are not allowed to sleep or go out.
6. After using, remember to turn the ignition button to the OFF position and lock the gas tank valve. Before going to bed or leaving the house, double check to make sure they are locked.
7. When in use, if the stove burns abnormally, you should close the gas cylinder valve immediately and check the stove.
8. Avoid touching the bracket while in use or right after using the stove.
9. If there is a gas leak, please close the gas cylinder valve, open all the windows and immediately call the sales technician for repair. Remember to keep the electrical switches in place, do not light matches or use any flammable materials as they can cause Gas to ignite.
10. If the stove is damaged, please notify the technical staff of the place of sale.
11. Always make sure that the lotus-throat is installed in the correct position.
12. If the flame burns unevenly, remove the lotus and wash it with clean water. When the fire outlet is blocked, clean it with a sharp pin or a wire brush.
13. Dry the lotus flowers after washing them and then put them back in place. Ignition test again to make sure it is working properly.
14. If the igniter is dirty, it is very difficult to ignite, so you should check it carefully when removing the hob and if it is dirty, use a dry cloth to clean it.
15. If your stove has a safety device when the fire suddenly goes out, the safety device will automatically cut off the Gas source to prevent Gas from entering the pipe inside the kitchen, avoiding the risks caused by Gas leakage. However, safety equipment cannot guarantee absolute safety. Care must be taken while using appliances that use Gas.

How to handle common failures of Gas stoves

How to handle common failures of Gas stoves

Isabella Humphrey

Update 08 May 2023