How to clean a gas burner

A gas stove is one of the main units in a modern kitchen, without which it is impossible to imagine cooking. Cleaning its working surface is a fairly simple task, but how to properly clean the gas burner, you will learn from this article.

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Why clean the gas burner?

Many of you must have come across a situation where the gas from the burners of the stove starts to burn worse. The flame of the burner partially or completely disappears, changes its color and shade, in especially advanced cases, one or more burners may not work at all.

Sometimes the problem is weak gas pressure. But most often, the cause of such troubles is the usual pollution of the burner dividers or nozzles that are under the burner. During cooking, liquid or particles of food can get into small holes. Contamination can also occur due to the fact that powder detergents are often used to clean the surface of the stove. In any case, if a problem arose, you should deal with its solution.

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How to clean the gas burner?

To quickly and easily remove all dirt deposits, you will need:

• detergent;
• water;
• water tank;
• latex gloves;
• old toothbrush;
• 9% vinegar solution or baking soda;
• cotton towel (napkin);
• needle or thin needle;
• paper clip or thin wire.

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How to clean the gas burner?

The cleaning process can be divided into 2 stages:

1. Cleaning the burner itself. It consists of:
   • burner covers (reflector);
   • divider;
   • grounds.

On a note! It is advisable to exercise regularly to keep the plate parts in good condition.

2. Cleaning the nozzle (nozzle), which delivers the gas-air mixture to the surface of the burner. Carry out as necessary: ​​if the gas burns very weakly or if the burner does not work at all.

Important! Before trying to fix the problems with the nozzles yourself, call the master gasman (locksmith) at home. He must check the gas pressure, condition of the burner and nozzles and, if possible, eliminate the problem. In case there is no time, money or the master did not come, try to cope on your own.

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How to clean the surface and details of the burner?

This procedure can be carried out in several ways. Use one of the options below, so as not to spend a lot of time and do everything right.

Method 1

1. Check if the stove has cooled down.
2. Remove the burners from it.
3. Disconnect the divider.
4. Clean the divider holes with a needle or thin needle.
5. Take a bowl or small container.
6. Fill it with hot water and detergent in a ratio of about 10: 1.
7. Dip the disassembled burners into the solution for 15-20 minutes (if the contaminants are strong, you can extend the soaking time to 2 hours).
8. After the required time, put on gloves.
9. Take the abrasive coated kitchen sponge and use the hard side to remove any dirt from the parts.
10. Use a toothbrush to clean the gas channels on the burner.
11. Rinse several times with warm water to remove any detergent residue.
12. Dry with a napkin or towel or lay it out to dry.
13. Assemble the burner parts.

Important! When cleaning, do not use metal scrapers and brushes, as they can leave scratches and thereby damage the surface of the burner.

Method 2

1. Remove the soiled burner from the stove.
2. Disassemble it into separate parts.
3. Take a small pot.
4. Pour 2 tablespoons of 9% vinegar into it.
5. Add 1 cup cold water to the pan.
6. Bring the solution to a boil.
7. Lower the burner into it for 25-30 minutes.
8. Wait, then put on gloves.
9. Clean the burner using a soft kitchen sponge.
10. Rinse several times in warm water.
11. Wipe dry with a cotton towel.
12. Assemble the burner parts.

Important! Instead of vinegar, you can use ordinary baking soda, which also effectively removes impurities.

Method 3

For express cleaning without soaking, Milam-gel is suitable - a tool that is sold in stores of special household chemicals. Use it this way:

1. Remove the hotplate from the stove.
2. Apply a small amount of Milam Gel to the surface of the burner.
3. Leave on for about 5 minutes.
4. Clean with a sponge or brush.
5. Rinse thoroughly.
6. Rinse the hot plates with warm water.
7. Dry or wipe the burners with a towel until completely absorbed.

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How to clean nozzles?

Before proceeding, it is advisable to perform the following steps:

1. Turn off gas access to the stove by turning the valve.
2. Check if the stove has cooled down.
3. Open the window or window.

Further:

1. Remove the grill from the stove.
2. Disconnect the gas divider from the burner.
3. Remove the hotplate.
4. Inside you will find a small hole - the nozzle.
5. Take a paper clip or a piece of steel wire.
6. Bend it to a stick.
7. Insert as deep as possible into the hole (nozzle).
8. Turn several times, clean, pull out a paper clip.
9. Replace the burner and grill.

Important! If the nozzle diameter is smaller or larger than the thickness of the paper clip, you can use, for example, a guitar string, sewing needle, pin, or small syringe with a needle for cleaning.

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Useful Tips

• Regularly, at least once a year, call the master to the house for technical inspection, timely identification and troubleshooting of the gas stove.
• Thoroughly clean the surface of the stove and burners from dirt and scale.
• Instead of powdery detergents that may build up and get into the burner nozzle, use “Cif” soft gels to clean the working surface of the stove. In addition, they have a liquid texture and do not scratch the coating of the plate.
• Always observe safety measures in contact with the stove: do not touch the hot cooking surface, be sure to turn off the gas supply tap when cleaning burners, and regularly ventilate the room.

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We hope that these simple tips will help you solve current problems with the stove. But, as you know, any technique requires careful operation. Therefore, careful and timely care for it will extend the life of your kitchen favorite for many years.