How to turn on a gas oven on a stove or light and grill

Ways to turn on the oven

The oven is turned on manually and automatically.

Manual involves the use of matches, lighters, and commercial electric ignition.

The hole is visible above, on, or underneath the metal plate of the oven. In the latter case, the metal panel is removed or moved and the fire is brought to the hole.

If the ignition is automatic, then turn the gas handle to the desired temperature and press the electric ignition button. In its absence, press and hold the throttle.

Attention ! Repeat the ignition procedure with the door open: accumulated gas may cause an explosion.

How to properly light the oven in a modern gas stove

Turn and press the gas supply handle into the oven.

Why does the fire go out immediately after being ignited?

The fire goes out if the electric ignition button is not pressed for 15 seconds.

For safety reasons, some models require holding the gas handle for 3 seconds after ignition. The gas simply did not have time to reach the outlet through the pipe.

Other possible reasons:

insufficient gas pressure,
malfunction of the thermostat or gas control knob,
burner nozzle is clogged.

Ways to light a fire in the oven

Ignition of the flame can be carried out in two ways, which directly depend on the functional features of the equipment model itself. It depends on them how correctly the housewife can light the gas oven in her kitchen.

The methods for lighting a fire in the oven are as follows:

Electric ignition of the oven is common to many modifications and is more convenient and safer, since it does not involve direct human contact with the burner.
Manually igniting a flame requires some skill. But models of stoves or ovens with a similar principle of igniting fire usually cost slightly less.

The algorithm for operating different ovens will be slightly different. Let's consider the features of use in more detail.

Method #1 - electric ignition of the oven

Turning on the oven using automatic ignition is quite easy and quick.

To do this you just need to take a few simple steps:

turn the gas supply tap, setting it to maximum;
press and do not release the electric ignition button;
after the flame appears, release the ignition button after 5-10 seconds.

If after these manipulations the fire does not light or the burner does not work correctly, you need to stop the fuel supply and open the oven door for ventilation. After a couple of minutes, you need to try to ignite again.

The automatic ignition button for a gas oven is usually located on the stove panel next to the temperature regulator for the oven

The need to hold down the auto-ignition button lies in the oven's safety system. The gas control sensor needs a certain temperature and time to properly monitor the operation of the equipment.

Additionally, holding is intended to protect the device from producing unwanted sparks if the button is pressed accidentally. After briefly pressing this button, you can set the temperature level required for cooking a specific dish.

Method #2 - manually starting the flame

You can also light the gas in the oven manually. Even if the cabinet is equipped with electric ignition, situations may arise when this option will not work. Therefore, even owners of modern technological models should understand how to light an oven in a gas stove with matches.

The process looks like this step by step:

ventilate the oven for a few minutes and locate the pilot hole;
bring a burning match or lighter to the igniter;
turn the gas supply relay and hold it until the flame flares up;
after ignition, do not release the feed handle for 15 seconds so that the security system responds correctly to turning on the oven;
If the flame in the burner is produced stably, without separation or sparks, you can close the door and warm up the cabinet for subsequent cooking.

To find the igniter window, carefully inspect the bottom and sides of the oven when it is turned off. Most often, the required hole is located at the bottom of the cabinet or on its walls. If the oven is equipped with a gas grill, you should look for its burner on top.

A gas grill is another way to get an incredibly tasty crust on meat, to thoroughly bake the dough for a pie or fluffy biscuit.

For ignition, it is better to use long fireplace matches or a special lighter with an extended nozzle. This will protect your hands from burns and maximize the distance between the burner pilot and your hand.

Some features of the operation of stoves of various brands

There are three main plate control systems:

mechanical,
electronic,
combined.

The principle of mechanical and combined control is described above.

How to turn on an oven in a stove with an electronic programmer using the Gorenje brand as an example:

The time is set by simultaneously pressing buttons 2 and 3, then + and -.
The selection of functions on the clock on a programmer with an analog display is carried out by pressing the “A” button.
Press twice to confirm your choice.

How to light the oven in a gas stove Hephaestus, ARDO, Bosch, Indesit, Greta: tips

The Hephaestus gas stove is equipped with a handle that regulates the inclusion at the top and bottom. Turn and select a mode.

Press and hold the thermocouple button for several seconds and at the same time press the electric ignition button with the other hand (a spark or light is shown next to it). If piezo ignition is not provided, use matches.

To use the ARDO electric oven:

Select the desired mode using the button or adjusting knob.
Light it with a match or electric ignition.
They don't close the door for a couple of minutes.
Warm up the cabinet for 15 minutes.

The Bosch stove is equipped with a knob for timer, temperature, upper and lower heating. There are models with and without electric ignition. Set the temperature, select the heat, place the dish in the preheated oven and set the timer.

To turn on the Greta oven, turn and press the knob, hold it in this position for 15 seconds, then release. If necessary, no earlier than 1 minute later, repeat the procedure with the oven door open.

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In Indesit models with piezo ignition, just turn the knob towards the maximum temperature and press. In models with manual ignition, you must hold the knob down for 15 seconds, otherwise the oven will not light.

Setting the mode

It is advisable to choose uniform heating from above and below for cooking. This mode is ideal for baking, roasting fish and meat. Many modern devices have several modes, one of which is strong heating of the lower heating element and standard heating of the upper one.

Equipment at medium and high prices is equipped with a fan on the rear wall. It is used to heat food evenly. Typically, the technique is used for baking whole pieces of meat and fish.

The bottom heating mode is necessary for creating dishes that are topped with fruit or cheese to prevent burning. It is suitable for heating prepared foods. Top heat is used to create succulent dishes. The Indesit gas stove with gas oven is equipped with several modes that allow you to cook different foods.

Some types of equipment have low heating, in which both heating elements operate. The mode is suitable for defrosting food and drying food. Modern appliances are equipped with a grill mode, with which food can be cooked as if it were roasted over a fire.

How to turn on and use the grill in a gas oven

The “Grill” function is located on the oven switch handle or is represented by a separate handle. It quickly browns the dish, creating a crust on the outside, leaving it juicy on the inside.

To operate the grill you need:

Press and turn to the right the oven mode and temperature selection switch.
Press the electric ignition button or use matches.
Lock the switch for 10 seconds.

A spit may be provided to ensure even cooking of large pieces of poultry and meat. The spit consists of a frame, a metal part with forks and screws and a removable handle.

When using the grill, leave the door ajar.

Meat or fish is wrapped in foil, the whole chicken is placed on a spit (if available).

Advice . Place a pan of water underneath and place the meat or fish on the grill on top. If food burns, reduce grill temperature and/or move grate lower.

The vegetables are placed on a baking sheet, greased with oil and placed on the very top. Cook for about 5 minutes.

Gas oven design and operating principles

A gas oven is a heat-insulated chamber built into the body of a gas stove or located separately with burners inside.

The oven in the Hephaestus gas stove models currently presented by the industry has two burners - the main one, for preparing traditional dishes and baking, and a grill burner for roasting meat dishes.

The oven is equipped with a baking tray, a roasting pan for collecting juice and fat, and a wire rack for placing baked meat, vegetables, and fish on it.

The operating principle of an oven in a gas stove is to heat the air as a result of the combustion of liquefied fuel or natural gas. Gaseous fuel is supplied to the burner and combustion chamber from the network or a gas cylinder.

The TUPA valve regulates the gas supply. It passes through the nozzle and mixes with air, then leaves the nozzle and ignites.

Ignition can be done manually, using matches and an electric lighter, or using an electric ignition built into the design of the gas stove

GEFEST cookers are also equipped with a timer, pleasant lighting in the oven, and a gas control function. This same gas control serves to interrupt the gas supply if it fades. The last function is simply irreplaceable if a draft blows out a weak flame or the fire is flooded by liquid running from the pan.

What is a TUP faucet and how does it work?

The TUP tap is a safety thermostatic device, which is a capillary tube containing a kerosene mixture. There is a small canister on one side of the tube. When heated, kerosene liquid expands and closes the gas path to the burner, and when the temperature drops, it opens it.

The TUP tap has a start button that opens gas access to the oven burner. There are models that have a faucet installed without a button

The TUPA mechanism is hidden behind the stove panel and is controlled by a tap handle, which simultaneously controls the operation of the oven and grill, maintaining the set temperature.

Safety rules when handling a gas oven

Be sure to read the instructions and study the safety rules.

The most important:

Do not store cleaning agents, detergents or any other chemicals inside the equipment due to the risk of fire.
Do not allow children to play with the device.
Use special dishes for cooking.
Use oven mitts: the equipment gets very hot.
If you smell gas or smoke comes out, turn off the oven.
Do not leave the oven running unattended.
When the cooking process is complete, turn off the stove and remove the dish using oven mitts.

How to turn on an electric oven

An oven with an electric heating system is considered safer and easier to operate. To use it, just connect the device to a power outlet and turn the control knob to the required division. Important: before turning on the electric oven, check it for water or foreign objects, and after cooking, turn the switch to “0”.

Another rule for using electric furnaces is the need to disconnect them from the network after each cycle of operation. You can clean and wash surfaces only when the device is disconnected from the power supply.