The kitchen is an important and indispensable cooking appliance in every household. There are many popular and preferred types of stoves nowadays. Some of them include gas stoves, induction stoves, and electric stoves.
Each type of stove has its own form and mechanism of operation. First of all, with gas stoves, which are considered the oldest and most traditional type of stove. Users can turn on the stove using an electronic button or a mechanical knob. At this point, gas from the cylinder will pass through the gas pipe, reach the gas nozzle of the stove under the flame divider. At the same time, an electric ceramic igniter or an electronic circuit will create a spark, igniting the gas flow. From there, the gas will burn into flames, distributed to the burner heads.
With induction stoves and electric stoves, the operation process is somewhat simpler. Users mainly control them using electronic buttons or touch sensors. In electric stoves, when there is electricity supplied to the appliance, the stove uses heat from the heating coil, and the maso wire will heat up, transferring heat to the glass surface and then to the pot or pan, cooking the food. As for induction stoves, it depends on electromagnetic induction through the use of Fuco electricity to heat the bottom of the pot.
Gas stoves and different types of electric stoves are popularly used in many households (Illustration photo)
Report on safe stove types
Currently, many families are gradually shifting from gas stoves to electric stoves, induction stoves due to their aesthetic appeal and safety. Besides, electric stoves and induction stoves are also considered environmentally friendly. According to The Washington Post, about two-thirds of Americans cook with electric stoves.
However, in reality, are electric stoves and induction stoves really much safer than gas stoves? A report by the National Fire Protection Association in the US (NFPA) reveals the opposite result.
Specifically, the NFPA report in 2020 states that households using electric stoves and induction stoves have a fire rate that is 2.6 times higher than those using gas stoves. Surprisingly, the death rate in accidents in households using electric stoves and induction stoves is 3.4 times higher than in households using gas stoves, and the injury rate is nearly 5 times higher.
In the US, the report shows that electric stoves and induction stoves are not inherently safer than gas stoves (Illustration photo)
The report also indicates that in the US, during the period from 2014 to 2018, cooking activities caused the highest number of house fires and relatively high injuries.
However, the above numbers are only recorded in the US, which reflects to some extent the safety of various stove types in today’s household life. The reality shows that all types of stoves, whether traditional or modern, have the same potential risks if users do not know how to use them correctly and do not grasp safety precautions.
Tasting Table emphasized that common mistakes can lead to accidents or incidents when people use stoves, such as turning on the stove without supervision, forgetting to turn it off, or placing unsuitable objects on the stove.
All types of stoves have the same potential risks if users do not know how to use them correctly (Illustration photo)
Safety precautions when using stoves:
For electric stoves and induction stoves:
1. Completely turn off the power to the stove when not in use
As mentioned above, modern electric stoves and induction stoves are primarily controlled by electronic buttons and touch sensors. This is an advantage, but it also carries some risks.
Electronic buttons and touch sensors not only help start the stove but also regulate the heat level. When cooking is done and there is no need to use the stove anymore, many families only turn off the stove using these buttons. However, according to experts, this is not enough.
Due to their touch-sensitive nature, not only human hands but also other objects or animal legs when touched can accidentally start the stove. There have been many accidents caused by such unintentional cases, resulting in burning objects or even causing burns to people.
Not only turning off the stove using buttons, when not using it for a long time, it is better to completely cut off the power supply to the electric stove and induction stove by unplugging or turning off the circuit breaker (Illustration photo)
2. Use the stove at the appropriate temperature
Do not use the highest temperature of induction stoves or electric stoves continuously for a long time, as this can increase the power consumption of the appliance and cause the stove to corrode faster.
Users should only use the stove at the maximum temperature for a few minutes at the beginning of the cooking cycle, and then lower it to medium or low heat.
In addition, there are many other settings on the stove to ensure safety, such as the “child lock” feature. Users, especially families with young children or pets, should use this feature regularly.
Avoid using the highest heat setting on induction stoves or electric stoves (Illustration photo)
3. Choose appropriate cookware
Users should have a separate set of cookware specifically for electric stoves and induction stoves, which helps to cook efficiently without wasting energy.
Specifically, cookware used for induction stoves should be made of stainless steel, cast iron, or stainless steel. Besides, priority should be given to those with a flat base. If the bottom of the cookware is not flat due to excessive decoration, it can affect the absorption and transfer of heat from the stove to the pot, resulting in uneven cooking and inconvenience during use.
When choosing cookware for induction stoves and electric stoves, balance should be based on the size of the stove. Do not buy pots or pans that are too large or too small compared to the stove.
Illustration photo
For gas stoves:
1. Lock the gas cylinder valve when finished cooking
There is always a reminder from gas cylinder distributors or gas stove installers to ensure safety during use. It is to lock the gas cylinder valve after finishing cooking.
Doing this not only ensures safety by preventing gas leaks from the hose due to corrosion but also prevents excess gas from escaping into the air, causing waste.
The procedure is very simple. After completing the cooking cycle, users should turn the gas cylinder valve, leave the flame on the stove burning until it goes out, then turn off the stove. Ensure the correct cycle to ensure that the excess gas is completely consumed and no gas leaks outside the gas cylinder. It also helps to prevent sudden flames when turning on the stove in the next use.
After finishing cooking, users should lock the gas cylinder valve to ensure safety (Illustration photo)
2. Place the stove in a safe location
As a type of open flame stove, the location of the gas stove is extremely important and directly affects the safety of the users. Some basic criteria for the location of gas stoves include a well-ventilated place while avoiding direct wind; the surface of the stove should not be made of flammable materials such as wood, bamboo, or straw but should be made of stone, cement, or glass; the gas stove should remain at least 1m away from the ceiling and at least 15cm away from the wall or other barriers, away from flammable or explosive objects or materials, away from other electrical equipment; the gas cylinder should be placed upright and lower than the gas stove and should be far away from other power sources…
The location of the gas stove should be far away from flammable objects (Illustration photo)
Users should clean, check, and maintain gas stoves and electric stoves about every 6 months. If they are broken, they need to be repaired or replaced in a timely manner.
Source: Phụ Nữ Số
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