Many families are still doing this job with induction cookers without knowing it poses a huge risk of problems.
Currently, besides gas stoves which are considered the most traditional, many families’ kitchens also use other types of stoves such as induction stoves or infrared stoves. These types of stoves are considered easier to use and have higher safety. However, in reality, induction cookers or infrared cookers still have a potential risk of problems occurring due to daily habits or seemingly harmless accidental actions of the user.
The following case is an example. The story was shared by a user with the Tu Tu account on his personal page. Specifically, this user recounted that even though the stove was securely locked, the power still turned on. When she placed some objects such as cardboard boxes on the stove, a few minutes later she saw fire and smoke rising. “Thinking about it, it’s really dangerous. If no one was home today, the entire apartment would have burned down,” this user added.
The user accidentally placed the cardboard box on the induction cooker, causing the cardboard box to burn.
In fact, cases of problems with induction cookers and infrared cookers like the story above are not rare. With a flat kitchen surface, often installed under the kitchen table, many users will tend to take advantage of the kitchen area as a place to place some furniture, when the kitchen is not in use. However, according to experts, this is extremely dangerous and should not be done.
The operating mechanism of induction cookers is mainly based on magnetism. When the stove is turned on, electric current will flow through the copper coil placed under the stove glass and create a magnetic field within a few millimeters of the stove top. At this time, they will combine, bringing the temperature to heat the bottom of the pot, thereby cooking the food inside.
With a flat kitchen surface structure, many users often leave things on the kitchen surface when not in use, but this is extremely undesirable.
Therefore, placing things on the stovetop, especially in the area of the control buttons, or just accidentally touching it by the user, or a pet running past, can cause the stove to start. Without timely supervision and attention, serious fires can occur.
Operation ensures safety when not using the induction cooker
According to advice from manufacturing and distribution units, as well as repairmen and installers, there is a small operation that users can do every day to ensure absolute safety when not using induction cookers. , Kitchen infrared. That is the operation to completely disconnect the power source to the device.
This operation can be done by unplugging the induction cooker, infrared cooker, or installing an additional circuit breaker for the stove. When not in use, turn off the circuit breaker. Aptomat is a tool to interrupt the electrical circuit, protect the power source when overloaded, short circuit, voltage drop… when there is an incident, ensuring that electrical risks do not affect other electrical equipment in the electrical network. family.
Installing an additional circuit breaker to serve the times when it is necessary to disconnect the power source to the induction cooker.
Currently, aptomats are mainly installed specifically for high-capacity electrical appliances such as air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines… Particularly with induction cookers, many families use small-capacity cookers such as single cookers. , the installation of an aptomat is actually not mandatory.
However, installing an aptomat will help users have the tools to turn off power during long periods of non-use, ensuring safety for the device itself as well as family members. In addition, the aptomat also serves to maintain the stove at a stable capacity, even when other electrical appliances in the house are used simultaneously.
Back to needing to completely disconnect the power source to the induction cooker. This work should be done after the family has finished using the device; or when the family is away from home and does not need to use it for a few hours or a few days.
Completely disconnecting the power source to the induction cooker should be done after the family has finished using the device.
Notes to keep in mind to use induction cookers safely
Besides disconnecting the power source to the induction cooker, during use, users also need to remember the following notes. They will help users use the stove safely and more sustainably.
1. Regularly clean the kitchen
Induction cookers and infrared cookers during use cannot avoid being dirty due to grease or leftover food, burning or sticking. This problem not only causes loss of aesthetics but also affects the heating ability of the stove. Over time, it can even cause loss of temperature difference and, more seriously, crack the stove glass.
Therefore, it is best to immediately after finishing cooking, wait about 15-20 minutes for the stove to cool, then use a soft cloth and specialized detergent to clean the stove.
2. Use the stove at the right temperature
Experts recommend that users should not turn on the stove at the highest heat setting continuously for long periods of time. Doing this will increase the amount of power the device consumes and also cause the device to wear out faster.
The ideal heat level users should use is the average heat level. Maximum heat can be used but should only be in the first few minutes of the cooking cycle. While using the stove, use the child lock or safety lock feature. And no matter what heat mode is turned on, low or high, whether the lock feature is turned on or not, cooking on the induction stove still requires adult supervision.
3. Choose a suitable pot
The third note to use the induction cooker safely and effectively is that users need to choose the appropriate type of pots and pans. These should be made of stainless steel, iron or stainless steel. These are materials that are magnetic and absorb heat well, helping to shorten the user’s cooking time. In addition, pots and pans with flat bottoms are also recommended to be used.
Users should also pay attention to the size of the stove before choosing to buy pots and pans. They should not buy ones that are too big or too small for the stove. Another tip is to pay attention to the characters on the bottom of pots and pans. If there is a resistance coil symbol, it means that the product is suitable for induction cookers.
