Gas stoves

gas stoves

When winter arrives and the cold begins to invade our home, one of the ways we have to be comfortable now in good temperatures are the stoves. There are different types of stoves with their advantages and disadvantages. Today we come to talk about gas stoves. It is the one that is frequently used in homes and, although it has been thought for a long time that they are more dangerous because they have a greater possibility of generating fires and gas leaks, over the years their safety and efficiency has been enhanced.

Therefore, we are going to dedicate this article to tell you everything you need to know about gas stoves and their characteristics.

Radiant gas stoves

how to choose gas stoves

Gas stoves are widely used in homes to provide heat on the coldest days. They have always been thought to be more dangerous from potential fires and gas leaks. However, over the years, they have enhanced its safety and efficiency.

When it comes to choosing what type of gas stove you want to put in your home, you wonder which one is the best. It is important that you take into account the room where you are going to place it. It must have good ventilation, since the stove consumes oxygen from the environment.

Radiant gas stoves work as follows. They have a high-performance infrared burner that makes them have a higher power. They are capable of reaching up to 4.000 W, so they can heat larger rooms between 25 and 35 square meters. Since they are more powerful, they need to be placed in a well-ventilated room. They usually consume about 300 grams of gas per hour. Taking into account that a butane gas cylinder has 12,5 kg and is the cheapest there is, it is not expensive at all. It is advised to keep it away from children.

Radiant gas stoves are often confused with others such as catalytic and blue flame. However, its operation is not the same. Catalytic stoves use a catalytic panel that does not use fire directly. These stoves are more recommended if you have children at home.

On the other hand, blue flame works by convection. The gas burns at a higher temperature, which has a lower fuel consumption and higher heat emission. They have a longer useful life than other gas stoves

With this information, you are sure not to get more confused between the types of stoves.

Are gas stoves safe?

stove with wheels

Like all of these heating appliances, gas stoves have their risks. They can be dangerous if not used properly and with caution. To avoid dangerous situations we must:

  • Do not use the gas stove in bathrooms or bedrooms.
  • Do not connect them in rooms that are too small (approx. 3,5 square meters), since by consuming the ambient air, we put ourselves in danger of suffocation.
  • If the power exceeds 4650W, the room must have at all times an air circulation.
  • It is advisable to turn them off if you go to sleep.
  • Do not store reserve cylinders in basements.
  • It is important to leave a safe distance between the stove and possible flammable objects such as furniture and armchairs.
  • Do not cover it with clothes under no circumstances.
  • If the air becomes too stale, open the windows for 10 minutes to renew the air.
  • Dust is your worst enemy. During the summer, it is good to cover them to prevent them from collecting dust, as it could pose a danger and a decrease in their performance.

To increase your safety, over the years, gas stoves have improved their performance with a safety system that works like this:

  • They have a system that cut off the gas in the event that the flame goes out. This way we will be avoiding possible gas poisoning.
  • If the atmosphere is heavily polluted, the gas emission is automatically cut off. If the atmosphere is low in oxygen or the burner is dirty, carbon monoxide will be generated during combustion. It is a toxic gas, so the stove will avoid this situation.

If the security systems don't work, the stove won't work either. Therefore, they are quite safe.

How to light a gas stove

portable stove

Many people have the doubt of how to light the gas stove correctly to avoid dangers. The first thing to do is open the gas cylinder pressure regulator valve. The regulating knob must be pressed for about 20 seconds and rotated to its maximum position. While we keep the control pressed, we press the piezoelectric pushbutton several times to make the pilot flame light. When the flame is on, it is better to hold down the knob for a few more seconds and then release it little by little.

If after lighting the pilot flame and releasing the regulator knob it goes out, it's because the bottle is running out. If, on the other hand, the flame does not ignite, the piezoelectric button may be broken or it has collected dust.

It is important not to move the gas stove once it is turned on, if you have to move it, it is better to turn it off and wait a few minutes for the gas in the bottle to stabilize. This is done to avoid possible gas explosions.

Is a gas or kerosene stove better?

Kerosene stoves are used for situations in which very fast calorific inputs are required, such as in large rooms and corridors. Areas such as public buildings, where air currents continually enter through doors opening and closing. This makes that every time the air is renewed, it enters cold again.

For these types of situations, a kerosene stove is ideal, since provides heat in a short time. It is also good for places like basements, workshops, mezzanines and basements for domestic use.

Its main advantage is that it has no risk of explosion or fire. In addition, they are portable, do not require installation or maintenance, are inexpensive and silent. Kerosene or paraffin is a fuel obtained from petroleum distillate and quite cheap. However, they give off an odor that can be toxic when switched on and off. They also load the environment too much, so in a short time it will require ventilation and the cold will enter again.

Unlike this type of stoves, gas stoves they don't load the environment so much and they are more stable over time. So, in conclusion, if you need more heat in places where there is continuous ventilation through open and closed doors, the best option is kerosene. On the contrary, if you need heat in a stable and closed place, better the gas ones.

With this information you will have clearer everything about gas stoves and their operation.


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