Choosing a hob for their kitchen, many housewives are at a loss for the huge assortment on the market today.
To put everything in place, we highlight the main points of use and operation of this device. So, we’ll shed light on the Siemens induction hob, based on consumer feedback. What are its advantages?
Choose the type of panel: induction
The Siemens company currently offers a fairly wide selection of hobs for any type of kitchen - gas, electric, infrared, and induction.
We all know electric stoves where a spiral acts as a heating element, which heats up and, as a result, heats dishes.
When it is red-hot, it is impossible to quickly reset the temperature or smoothly adjust it, since there are not so many temperature conditions - usually up to six. And even an electric stove of class "A" can not be compared with the consumption of induction.
Let us dwell on induction in more detail. This is a modern smart stove.
When you turn on the Siemens induction hob, it will automatically determine which cooktop is suitable for induction.
Not many people know the principle of operation of this plate. She, unlike the electric one, does not have a heating element, and she does not glow at all. Only the dishes and what is in it are heated.
That is, if it is impossible to touch any other stove without a burn, then in the case of induction it is the other way around. Yes, it breaks the usual stereotypes.
Outwardly, it looks just like an electric stove with a ceramic coating. Inside is an electromagnetic coil that transmits current. It creates a force field, under the influence of which high-frequency currents are formed, and they, in turn, heat the dishes.
Description and characteristic
Consider the main points and a brief instruction of the Siemens induction hob.
In terms of technical characteristics, it is many times superior to its electrical competitor: it has a more accurate temperature setting and carefully offers up to 17 power levels.
With such a detailed setup, you no longer need to use a microwave or some additional equipment.
Here is a photo of the Siemens induction hob.
Any culinary masterpieces are now in your power: to heat, melt, passer - nothing will “float away” and not burn up.
The panel can work in heating mode and maintain heat. She herself will turn off if, for example, water in a pan boils.
Reviews on the Siemens induction hob will allow us to form the positive and negative sides of this kitchen device.
Pros of using
Note the advantages of the device:
- heats up only when there is cookware on one of the burners;
- you will not have burnt products on the stove, because the surface of the stove itself remains cold;
- will reduce cooking time;
- heating occurs instantly;
- significant energy savings;
- it is impossible to burn yourself;
- the probability of a fire is negated.
What else can be noted? Siemens induction hobs do not fade, do not smoke, do not burn indoor air and do not heat it. They do not ignite or explode.
Remove the dishes from the stove and it will automatically turn off. Thus, it is possible to use the panel itself as a desktop in small kitchens.
Cons of use
You can observe the characteristic sound during operation. This occurs during the interaction of the induction coil with the dishes themselves. The cheaper the dishes, the stronger the sound. It is advisable to purchase dishes of good quality.
There is no possibility of prolonged preparation of dishes such as jellied meat or jam. Smart appliances automatically turn off the stove after three hours, even if the food needs to be cooked longer. In this case, you should turn it on again.
When installing the oven, you need to clarify whether induction coils can be placed next door.
The cost of the hob itself is not cheap, and this entails a partial or complete replacement of the dishes, which can also hit your pocket.
What utensils can I use
For Siemens induction hobs, not all cookware is suitable, but only one that has a steel alloy or pure aluminum. That is, it must have ferromagnetic properties. Glass and ceramics are not suitable.
Also, the dishes should correspond to the radius of the burner: the small dishes on the large burner will not turn on.
How to care
The Siemens built-in induction hob is perfectly cleaned with conventional liquid or gel glass ceramic or dishwashing detergents.
Droplets of fat that fall to the surface during frying do not stiffen in stubborn stains - here they are easily removed with a sponge.
Do-it-yourself installation
If you have the necessary skills and knowledge in the field of electrics, it is possible to independently connect the Siemens EX675LXC1E induction hob or any other model.
If you do not possess such knowledge, it is better to entrust this matter to professionals in order to avoid adverse consequences.
To install the hob, you must select a flat horizontal surface.
Check that there is little space between the wall and the hob. Also below, under the stove, you need to leave enough free space for ventilation.
It is undesirable to install the device over any other household appliances.
Prepare and plan a place for a cutout according to the size of the hob, they are always indicated in the instructions. Treat the incision with silicone sealant. Then screw the standard mounts.
Next, you need to connect the cable to a power outlet or directly to the meter. A standard cable usually comes with four colored wires, of which blue is neutral, yellow is ground, brown and black is phase. But to connect four-burner panels, a 6-wire cable is required for reliability.
If you turn the hob upside down, you will see a drawn diagram and a small compartment in which the wires are hidden under the lid. Unscrew it.
There you will find a standard European scheme:
- L1 L2 - respectively phase;
- N is a neutral wire;
- PE - grounding.
The hob can be connected to 220 V or 380 V.
It is advisable that the power outlet is grounded. It should be designed for a current of 25 A and the power consumption of the hob itself, as indicated in the instructions.
Check the operation of the device. If everything works fine, then feel free to install the hob in the space provided for it.
Health hazard
Such a stove was developed a long time ago. But its application and implementation in everyday life is not so intense.
It is believed that when the induction cooker operates in a radius of 10 cm, a force field appears that can interfere with the operation of, for example, a cell phone, player or other electrical devices.
But at a distance of 30 cm from the hob this field is practically not captured.
With numerous tests and tests on the panel, scientists and manufacturers concluded that induction cookers do not cause harm to health.
The electromagnetic field formed by induction cookers is insignificant and is not able to affect a person or animal. The area of the field is local and calculated on the radius of the burner, which means only on the dishes. And the electromagnetic indicators in a radius of more than 30 cm are 0.
Only those people who have pacemakers, defibrillators or other implanted devices should be careful. The force field can disrupt their work.
Many users have a negative attitude towards induction hobs only because they have not fully understood the principle of operation and use of the stove, because it is unique and requires a special approach.
Such an acquisition will brighten up the life and kitchen chores of any housewife, and spending time in the kitchen will be a joy. Beautiful, comfortable, multifunctional, it will elegantly fit into the design of any kitchen.