MISTAKES
Posted: November 24th, 2022, 5:49 pm
This will be a big surprise to many. I make mistakes.This may be helpful and save you some money, but you need to do your own research.
Approx 2 years ago I ripped out the gas system and went all electric. So I had to replace Hob, Oven and Water Heater. On reflection this is where I made some mistakes Shock Horror) Without any real research I replaced the Hob with an Induction it was dearer so obviously better. I did not research why. First mistake I glued it in with much much to much glue. This only came to light later. My Partner did not like it electronic controls too complicated Hob fussy about pots and pans. Had to throw out most. It did not like size or base material. I got used to it called it German Tech. Two year on decide change kitchen cannot get hob out, broke £200/300 down the swanney as they say. So no research as you do. Buy a Hotpoint Ceramic hob with Knobs, surprised to find no Neon heat sensor or power on indicator. Buy an 2" battery operated multi coloured light with hand set. Switch this on at red when using Hop.Notice that it takes a long time to heat up and cool down. Research Induction cooker units. Says massive saving of energy compared to other electric Hops and Gas Hops. Buy a single ring Induction cooker use this when only one pan in use. Fast Heat Fast Cool. Lesson learned.
With the water heater cheap, 80ltr runs at 55,65,75c. Keep it at 55 all year round seems to cost buttons to run. Dirt cheap to buy , but I should have paid more and bought a stainless steel tank. Now it should be fine, supposed to haver it serviced every two years. If I lived in England that would be essential due to the limescale, not a problem in Scotland so I am gouing to let it run. The cost of service every two years to replace the Anode would be as much as a new unit. So fingers crossed.
Have since found out you can buy an Induction Hob with Knobs.
The energy saving was a big surprise. I have to use a small baking tray to put the Glass Coffee pot on, and the new unit has a simmer setting very pleased with it.
This may help someone. I am sorry to disappoint everyone who thought I was perfect.
Bob
Approx 2 years ago I ripped out the gas system and went all electric. So I had to replace Hob, Oven and Water Heater. On reflection this is where I made some mistakes Shock Horror) Without any real research I replaced the Hob with an Induction it was dearer so obviously better. I did not research why. First mistake I glued it in with much much to much glue. This only came to light later. My Partner did not like it electronic controls too complicated Hob fussy about pots and pans. Had to throw out most. It did not like size or base material. I got used to it called it German Tech. Two year on decide change kitchen cannot get hob out, broke £200/300 down the swanney as they say. So no research as you do. Buy a Hotpoint Ceramic hob with Knobs, surprised to find no Neon heat sensor or power on indicator. Buy an 2" battery operated multi coloured light with hand set. Switch this on at red when using Hop.Notice that it takes a long time to heat up and cool down. Research Induction cooker units. Says massive saving of energy compared to other electric Hops and Gas Hops. Buy a single ring Induction cooker use this when only one pan in use. Fast Heat Fast Cool. Lesson learned.
With the water heater cheap, 80ltr runs at 55,65,75c. Keep it at 55 all year round seems to cost buttons to run. Dirt cheap to buy , but I should have paid more and bought a stainless steel tank. Now it should be fine, supposed to haver it serviced every two years. If I lived in England that would be essential due to the limescale, not a problem in Scotland so I am gouing to let it run. The cost of service every two years to replace the Anode would be as much as a new unit. So fingers crossed.
Have since found out you can buy an Induction Hob with Knobs.
The energy saving was a big surprise. I have to use a small baking tray to put the Glass Coffee pot on, and the new unit has a simmer setting very pleased with it.
This may help someone. I am sorry to disappoint everyone who thought I was perfect.
Bob