Today, manufacturers can offer a huge selection of gas and electric built-in ovens. In order to know what to choose, you need to understand the assortment.
How to install the oven with your own hands
For those who do not like to overpay the masters for installation and want to build the oven on their own, you must first understand the phased connection technology. In the kitchen, in the niche intended for the oven, a small gap of a few millimeters should be left between the walls and household appliances. This is necessary to form an air gap and a place for ventilation. To connect the appliance, the socket, according to the standard, must be at a distance of 10 cm from the floor, and also not located opposite the back side, as it can interfere with the installation of the oven in depth, and also cause an electrical short circuit. In no case should you cut the wire if there is a non-separable socket on it, because because of such a trifle, in the event of a breakdown, warranty service will be denied. After all recommendationscompleted, you can proceed with the installation itself:
- If the cable connection panel is exposed, then most often it needs to be disassembled and a longer cord connected to it. In the event that the plug is collapsible, it can simply be removed and, using the terminal, add the missing wire to it. It must be 3-wire with a 4-mm cross section.
- The oven is mounted on at least a 16 amp plug. All connections are carried out with the obligatory use of grounding.
- For fastening, screws are selected that are screwed in from the front side, most often there are 4 of them, and they must be placed in the end parts on the side walls of the niche into which the installation will be carried out.
- After everything is mounted, you need to even out the gaps that could remain, since the dimensions of the built-in oven are very different, despite the fact that manufacturers most often make them standard. Next, the fixing screws are fixed, and this completes the process successfully.
Where is the best place to install the oven
Depending on where the equipment of this type is located, it is divided into the following types:
- dependant built-in oven and hob have a common control circuit, so the oven must only be mounted together;
- Independent ovens can be mounted below the surface, in a drywall wall, above a top drawer, or on a countertop. In order to decide where to install the device, listen to yourself and think about where it will beit is easiest to get close to the baking sheets, so that there is no need to bend over much, and also you do not have to keep your hands on weight.
Regardless of the location, the most important thing is the correct installation, that is, without distortions, otherwise additional vibration will be created, which will affect the quality of cooking.
Types of built-in ovens
If, when purchasing a built-in hob, you can choose combinations of electric and gas burners, then the oven does not have such a variety. It is worth noting the current trend that today a built-in gas oven is less popular than an electric one. The main reason for this is the extensive functions and operating comfort of the latest version. It is important to know that gas ovens are less environmentally friendly than electric ones, but the latter have an increased energy consumption. The power of such devices varies from 2 to 4 kW. For those who give their preference to blue fuel, it is imperative to take care of the availability of a high-quality hood. However, a built-in gas oven will be a profitable and indispensable option for those who have:
- the house has very weak electrical wiring, and the use of such a solution is not possible for safety reasons;
- remained the habit of using gas;
- for thrifty people (after all, an electrical appliance will cost more both to purchase and to operate).
Oven modes
Depending on the model, type and manufacturer of the oven, a set of cooking modes and functions is determined. The cost of a product depends entirely on the features that it can offer. The simplest ovens have lower and upper heating, grill. The most common modes are accelerated defrosting and heating. Multifunctional devices boast 12 or more useful modes.
Recently, such a necessary setting as "3D hot air", which, in particular, has a Hansa built-in oven, has become increasingly common. This function allows you to bake on several levels at once.
Multifunctional ovens boast a variety of cooking modes. Thanks to them, you do not have to worry about the cooking time and the choice of temperature. In addition to the standard list of functions, the modes can provide dough raising, pasteurization, yogurt preparation, etc. Leading manufacturers today include steamer or microwave oven functions in their products. The combination of grilling with quick cooking, and various types of steam and heat, will help to make the dish crispy and retain all the beneficial vitamins and valuable properties of the food.
Basic features and security
Those who plan to purchase and build an oven into kitchen furniture need to know what the main functions of the device may be present in it:
- Retractable trolley. Majorityhousewives will be happy to have this option, as they can look into the pan and check how ready the chicken is, eliminating the risk of getting burned. To do this, you just need to move the trolley towards you, which will be much more convenient than climbing inside the oven.
- Cold oven door. For the manufacture of this part of the oven, a production technology from special materials is used, which does not allow it to heat up during cooking. Thanks to this, you can save a little on electricity. This feature is very useful for those who have small children, as there is no need to worry about their safety.
- Timer. This is a real miracle for forgetful and busy housewives. Also, this option is very useful during a festive feast, when you need to do a lot of things at the same time. For cooking, you need to set the timer for a certain time, for example, the Ariston built-in oven, equipped with this function, will take care of business by itself. Also, in some models, there is also an alarm clock that beeps, thereby notifying that it is time to start cooking.
- Spit. This is a device designed for cooking chicken or barbecue. It can be found in many models, for example, the Bosch oven is equipped with it. Built-in appliances are more popular due to the presence of such an add-on.
- Grill. This is an additional program with which you can cook food with a crispy and tasty crust. Most often in the oven, it looks like a spiral that works a small gaptime. Food made with this mode is much tastier and more flavorful.
- Thermoprobe or temperature probe. This is a safety needle that is connected to the control center of the oven. With this function, you can constantly monitor the temperature when cooking meat. All cooking information will be visible on the oven display. Using this program, you can cook the perfect meat or heat it to the desired temperature.
- Auto ignition. This function remains relevant only for gas ovens. With the help of the device, a fire is ignited automatically and without matches.
- Fat-collecting filter. Such a device is installed on the back wall of the oven. This device absorbs grease and all odors, and helps protect the fan from unwanted contaminants that can lead to breakage.
- Convection. Every hostess dreams that her pastries are the most delicious and evenly baked. The leader in the implementation of such a program is the Gorenje brand. The built-in oven uses a fan to distribute the heat evenly throughout the oven thanks to proper air circulation.
Door opening types
An important point for those who want to build in an oven is the type of door opening. The following options are possible here:
- Hinged door. This is one of the most common types, where the use of telescopic rails greatly facilitates the loading and unloading of dishes.
- Swing. In thatIn this case, the door will open 180 degrees to the left and right. Before installation, it is imperative to provide for the placement of the oven in the layout of the kitchen.
- Retractable trolley. This type is present in the model range of well-known manufacturers. Despite the dimensions and dimensions of the built-in oven, all fasteners are installed directly to the door and leave with it after opening. It is very easy to take out cooked dishes from it, and the process of cleaning the oven is also simplified due to easy access to it. There is only one drawback: if the door is often opened during cooking, the heating temperature is quickly lost.
How the oven is controlled
With gas heating, only mechanical control can be distinguished, and with electric heating, there are options such as: touch menu, electronic with display and electromechanical with rotary knobs. Thanks to the use of modern electronics, the temperature is precisely set, the required heating mode is selected, and it is also possible to observe the preparation. For example, the Ariston oven can do all this. Built-in appliances with an improved set of options are provided for comfortable use by their owners. Even the rotary knobs are hidden in the display, that is, after all modes are selected, they are hidden inside the device used. Most often, this detail plays an important role in shaping the design, as it can be processed antique or in a different style.
Why consider standards?
Toto build in the oven with high quality and correctly, it is necessary to place it in a niche so that the slightest gaps are invisible in the furniture, and at the same time, the functions of the device are easily accessible and correctly configured. The exact dimensions of any equipment are indicated in the documentation attached to the product. Most often, manufacturers produce European standard ovens, and the Bosch oven can also be attributed to them. The built-in appliances of this company have long won leadership positions in the consumer market.
Almost all gas and electric stoves are designed to use a niche of 60 cm, as this is the generally accepted depth of the lower kitchen cabinets. The width of such devices can be very diverse, depending on the usable volume that can be allocated for it. Of course, there are other options as well. The height of the purchased devices is also different, this must be taken into account when designing a kitchen. The biggest advantage of the standard options is the hassle-free replacement of an old oven with a new, more modern one. This does not require a radical redevelopment of kitchen furniture.
Oven cleaning options
There are four types of oven cleaning: light, pyrolytic, catalytic, hydrolytic. The most common option is the first type. In this case, the surface inside the oven is smooth, thanks to which it is easy to clean it from various contaminants. For the rear and side walls, a catalytic coating is mainly used. Thanks to the use of special enamel, the user is muchit is easier to wash the dirt, and in it, under the influence of temperature, the fat begins to break down on its own. The most expensive system is pyrolytic, since when using this mode, the temperature rises to 500 degrees and the accumulated garbage with dirt is literally burned. The hostess can only remove the ash that has appeared after the end of the procedure. The hydrolysis mode is also very often used, it involves cleaning with water vapor and a small amount of a special detergent. The prepared liquid is poured into the tray, after which a special program is activated. At the end of the procedure, the sash opens, the built-in oven is wiped with a porous sponge. Reviews about cleaning systems are very diverse. There are both positive and negative comments. As a result, everyone chooses for himself the model and cleaning system that suits him best.
Oven prices
It's no secret that everyone provides comfort in their home, resorting to a variety of modern means. An exception is not the use of a device such as a built-in oven. Prices for such products can vary in a fairly wide range. For example, the simplest devices can be purchased for 20,000 rubles. Options with a large number of functions will cost customers in the amount of 21,000 rubles. up to 50,000 rubles, and if you want exclusivity and novelty, you will have to pay several times more. Manufacturers are constantly releasing new models, both expensive and cheap, and include new features.
The price of an oven depends entirely onrange of programs that it includes, as well as the size and cleaning system. If you are an experienced cook, then, of course, desires and needs may not be limited to a standard set. For the average user, an oven with simple functions will do.
Reviews
Today, a large number of people use built-in appliances, and ovens are no exception. As users emphasize, such devices easily fit into any kitchen due to the large assortment and diverse design.
Bake lovers note that electric ovens are preferred over gas ovens due to their automated heat and air convection, which contributes to fast and high-quality baking.
Despite the fact that women are most often in the kitchen, men like such a function as a skewer, as they can cook delicious chicken and barbecue at home at any time.
Those housewives who have tried several types of ovens say that it is best to purchase devices with heat-protective glass in order to avoid possible burns later.
