The hob does not turn on

Independent hobs are currently gaining ground. Moreover, they come in many different types: gas, induction or electrical. What should I do if the main kitchen assistant breaks down and the hob does not turn on? Is it possible to repair the hobs with your own hands, and when you need to contact the "pros"? Read this article and get answers to these questions.

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Electric stove - how to repair?

The most common problems with electric hobs:

• the hob does not turn on;
• when connected to a power source, one burner does not heat up.

To resolve serious problems, it is advisable to consult a specialist.

What can you do yourself?

Self-repair, if you do not have special skills, boils down to the following:

1. Check mains voltage. It is possible that the outlet has broken.
2. Inspect the plug and cord for mechanical damage. Replacing the plug or cord will solve the problem.
3. Remove the surface by first disconnecting the wires and removing the mounting brackets. Using a multimeter, check the thermal fuse and transformer. If there is no resistance or its value is different from the nominal, these elements of the electric circuit must be replaced.
4. Check all wire connections for the most common open circuit. First, try to identify the malfunction visually, and then ring the circuit with a multimeter.

Important! It is not difficult to find a malfunction in the circuit if you are familiar with the multimeter. If you do not have this device, then you can find the damaged area using the indicator screwdriver.

Common causes of breakdowns

In some cases, you can repair the hob ariston hotpoint with your own hands. Sometimes the help of a professional is required.

Now we list the main causes of malfunctions of electrical panels:

• Blown fuse from power surge. Replacing it is not at all difficult. The cost of the fuse is quite low. To avoid this problem in the future, it is recommended to install a relay that protects the device from overvoltage.
• If one or more burners does not work. Most likely, the electrical circuit broke on the heater. There may be several situations here. If the heater burned out, it must be replaced with a new one. Sometimes the contact may break on the control unit or switch. In this case, they must be replaced or consult a specialist for repair.
• The hob does not turn on or cannot be unlocked because the touch panel is out of order. This is a much more serious problem, and a novice electrician can not cope with it. If the problem is in the sensor, then the panel must either be replaced or handed over to a service center for repair.

Important! Sometimes a sensor breakdown is caused by improper use of the device. For example, the control unit burns out after washing the surface with a salt solution. It is absolutely impossible to do this.

• Hot plates do not heat up or do not heat up well. The reason for this may be a malfunction of the temperature controller or thermostat. The latter can not be repaired, so if it breaks, it is simply replaced.
• Hob crack. The case is quite rare, it can happen if the surface is made of glass ceramics.In addition to mechanical impact, the cause may be factory defects or operational errors. Repair can be quite expensive.

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Induction panel malfunctions

The most common problems here are:

1. The stove turns off, but does not turn on later. For modern models of technology - this is a fairly common phenomenon. It is not at all necessary that a malfunction takes place and the repair of the hobs by yourself is required. Sometimes it happens that the diameter of the dishes or the material from which it is made is not suitable for heating. The burner switches off automatically if you remove the dishes from it.

Important! No need to worry if the surface of the modern model does not heat up. The appliance heats only the dishes, and the surface itself remains cold.

2. The dishes are heated for a long time and weakly. Most often, the reason is that you have chosen the wrong dishes. It must be with a flat bottom made of metal. Otherwise, the appliance simply “does not see” the dishes, therefore, it does not turn on.
3. The hob “turns on” by itself, without dishes. The reason may be that there is a metal object on the surface of the burner. It is this that triggers the device.

Important! Spontaneous operation can cause both salt remaining on the surface after washing and a malfunction of the control unit.

4. The hob does not turn on at all. It is quite simple to troubleshoot: disassemble the equipment and ring the elements of the electric circuit.

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Gas stove - basic repair

There are plenty of reasons for malfunctions. The “weak link” of the gas surface, as a rule, are nozzles and piezoelectric elements.

Here are the main causes of breakdowns and how to fix them:

• The piezoelectric element is poorly ignited. Check the electrical ignition system for clogging. If the electric ignition becomes clogged, wash it and wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
• There is no gas. First check if the gas pipe is blocked. If the “path” for gas is open, the nozzle may be contaminated with grease or food debris. The elimination of such a malfunction is not difficult. The main thing is that you wipe the stove after washing with a dry, clean cloth.
• Incorrect installation of equipment.

Important! In modern models, any malfunction is displayed on the device display. An audible signal sounds. To eliminate this or that malfunction, if the kitchen appliances “squeak”, you can carefully study the instructions or contact the service center.

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Now you have a basic understanding of why the hob does not turn on or does not turn on correctly. Minor malfunctions can be eliminated with your own hands. A more serious failure can be handled by a professional craftsman.