This review includes gas and glass ceramic cooktops: Electronicsdelux EGG 750229F, Whirlpool 6422/IXL, Candy CH 647 B and Zigmund & Shtain CNS159.60 WX. Technical characteristics, operation features, functionality, as well as pros and cons of each model are described.
ELECTRONICSDELUX EGG 750229F
Gas Hob
| HOTTERS:Front left 3.0 kW, far left 1.75 kW, front right 1.0 kW, far right 1.75 kW. |
| GRADUES:2 cast iron. |
| CONTROL:Burner controls with automatic ignition. |
| SAFETY:gas control. |
| SIZES:580x510x49 mm, recess for installation 560x480x50 mm. |
The “gas on glass” type panel is one of the most beautiful and practical solutions. During cooking, the glass is not heated and, therefore, dirt does not adhere to it strongly, the surface is easy to clean. Black glass panel harmonizes beautifully with the massive cast iron grids. The grids are interchangeable and dishwasher safe. Burner caps and bases are also made of cast iron.
Extended warranty of three years instead of one.
FUNCTIONAL
Three types of burner are used as heating elements. The small burner on the front right, the lowest wattage burner, is intended for cooking small amounts of food, such as baby porridge or a cup of morning coffee.
The middle burner, placed on the back row, has a wider range of uses and may be used with different sized cookware.
The strongest element, on the front left, is designed for rapid heating and for cooking large pots and pans. Its capabilities are 3 kW, the most common type of maximum power for burners today.
CONTROL
Burners are activated by means of knobs with ignition function. Knob is pushed in and turned slightly to create the flame. This triggers the piezo element, the spark from which ignites the fuel. Further, the heating power is infinitely adjustable.
While the panel is in operation, even with just one burner, the gas control system constantly monitors the panel. They are equipped with a thermocouple that reacts to temperature changes drop . If the flame goes out, the burner immediately starts to cool – and the system cuts off the fuel supply.
Advantages: Optimal set of functions, cast-iron plate holders.
Disadvantages:Not all housewives like to have a small burner on the front.
Price: 8 699 Dollars.
WHIRLPOOL 6422/IXL
Gas hob
| FLAMES: Front left 3.7 kW, far left 1.65 kW, front right 1.0 kW, far right 1.75 kW. |
| GRID:2, cast iron. |
| CONTROL:Burner controls with automatic ignition. |
| SAFETY: gas control. |
| SIZES:590x510x41 mm, recess for mounting 560x480x38 mm. |
| WEIGHT: 10.5 kg. |
| WARRANTY: 1 year. |
Ixelium hi-tech coating protects the new hob from yellowing and is also highly resistant to corrosion and stains. Thanks to nanotechnology Ixelium efficiently resists chemical and mechanical damage, maintaining its high quality and appearance for a long time.
Ixelium surface is scratch-resistant and highly heat-resistant. It’s easy to clean because leftover food hardly sticks to it, just wipe it with a damp cloth and it’s ready to use again with its perfect appearance.
The grids and burner caps are made in cast iron.
FUNCTIONAL
The model has a powerful burner with two rows of flames, it is installed on the front left. With a burner output of 3.7 kW generally about 3.0 kW , the performance is similar to that of a WOK burner. This burner heats faster. It is also possible to use large cookware. Powerful burner is convenient for cooking large portions, including home-made treats. You can try Asian cuisine. Burner is also good for grilling. High power allows fast heating of cast iron roasting pans for grilling meat and fish dishes.
There is a small burner next to the high-powered burner, two medium-powered burners are in the far row.
CONTROL
The hob is placed in front of the small burner, avoiding the knobs getting hot during cooking.
Burners are turned on by means of Fusion knobs. They start the ignition and the fuel supply at the same time.
The burners are equipped with a gas safety system that prevents gas leaks if the fire is accidentally extinguished.
Advantages: Powerful burner, Ixelium top, cast-iron grids.
Disadvantages: Not to mention.
CANDY CH 647 B
Ceramic glass cooktop
| ZONEY-LIGHT:Front left dual circuit 110/190 mm, 0.6/1.1 kW, far left 190 mm, 1.8 kW, front right 155 mm, 1.2 kW, far right 180/275 mm with oval expansion zone, 0.9/1.5 kW. |
| ACTIVITIES:9 power levels, automatic boiling, timer for 99 min. on all cooking zones. |
| CONTROL:Touch controls,power, function and timer buttons with indicators. |
| CONNECTION:7.1 kW. |
| SAFETY: indicators of residual heat, child protection, protection against overheating, water contact on the control panel, automatic shutdown. |
| CONSTRUCTION:12 mm facet on the front edge, easy access from underneath for maintenance work. |
| SIZES:597x512x50 mm, recess for installation: 560×490 mm. |
| WARRANTY:1 year. |
New hob with high-speed heating elements. Equipped with modern automatics. Automatic boiling is a function that allows you to leave the pot with boiling liquid unattended. The appliance brings the water or milk to the boil, then automatically switches over to the power level set by the user, suitable for further cooking. So there is no need to stand and wait and then turn down the heat.
The burners are equipped with a timer for 99 minutes. User can preset cooking time on all 4 zones at the same time. The burners go off without human intervention, each at a moment individually chosen by the user.
Equipped with all the necessary safety systems. All power levels for each cooking zone have a maximum operating time. If the burner is accidentally left on, it will switch off automatically after that time. Automation triggers also in case of moisture on the control unit.
FUNCTIONAL
The front left zone has two working contours: a small internal – 11 cm and a large – 19 cm. Another zone on the hob, the far right, has an oval extension. This is useful for cooking in oval-shaped pots and pans, such as duck pans.
CONTROL
A traditional system for glass ceramic cooktops. Select required burner power and timer settings with forward/back buttons and indicate the level or time on the digital indicator. Additional contours can be switched with the corresponding button.
When you turn on the heat indicator lights up, they go out only when the burner surface is safe to touch.
Control buttons can be locked so that babies can’t change settings while parents aren’t in the kitchen.
Strengths: Dual burner, oval expansion zone, automatic boiling, timer for all burners.
Disadvantages: Not noted.
Price: 13 490 Dollars.
ZIGMUND & SHTAIN CNS159.60 WX
Glass ceramic cooktop
| ZONEY-LIGHT:Front left double circuit 125/190 mm, 0.7/1.7 kW, far left 155 mm, 1.2 kW, front right 155 mm, 1.2 kW, far right 140/220 mm with oval expansion zone, 1.0/2.2 kW. |
| OPPORTUNITIES:9 power levels, automatic lid booster, timer for 99 min. On all burners, egg timer. |
| CONTROL:Touch controls, power, function and timer buttons with indicators. |
| CONNECTION:7,0 kW. |
| SAFETY: indicators for residual heat, child lock, overheat protection, protection against water contact, automatic shut off, error control technology to eliminate the interference of light from hood and pan handles . |
| CONSTRUCTION:12mm bevel on the front edge, easy access from underneath for service work. |
| SIZES:580x510x40 mm, recess 560×490 mm. |
| WARRANTY:3 years + 2 years of service. |
The model is available in two colors – white and black. The hob looks nice in white and is easy to care for. Dust and droplets on this surface are not so noticeable, which should please many housewives. The panel surface is covered with fine stripe print.
FUNCTIONAL
The hob is equipped with Hi-Light burners. They are characterized by high speed of heating, the maximum power is reached in just a few seconds. As they do not cool down immediately, all elements are equipped with a residual heat indicator. Indicator goes out after the zone cools to a temperature of less than 60 degrees.
Left front burner has two edges – small inner and large outer. The zone can be used for cooking dishes in a small diameter. A large pot, kettle or sauté pan can easily be placed on the hob when the external rings are turned on. Far right side has oval extension. They turn it on when cooking in the duckbill.
CONTROL
Equipped with a series of automatic functions. Disable timer is set for 99 minutes. It can be used on all the zones at the same time, individually setting the cooking time for each zone.
The automatic boiling function in this model is called “Start Stop”. When you turn it on, the burner starts at maximum power, brings the water to boil, and then without human assistance switches to the previously selected low power level.
Advantages: Design, burners with extensions, 2 types of timer.
Disadvantages: It’s better to buy an oven of similar color for a couple.
Price: 20 500 Dollars.
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