Brilio.net - Gas stoves are often the choice of many people to cook their food. Apart from being easy to use, gas stove fuel is also easy to find on the market. Even so, using a gas stove is not free from problems. Like a small stove fire.
Because of this problem, it will certainly affect the cooking process of a dish. Because the stove fire is small, the cooking process takes longer. Knowing this, a number of people ended up immediately replacing the regulator part on the stove .
After replacing the new regulator, the gas flow will usually flow smoothly. As a result, the resulting stove fire will be bigger and more optimal. But this method is considered ineffective, considering that not everyone has more than one regulator at home.
As a solution, you can imitate how to deal with a small stove fire shown by YouTube user juniarsih TV. At the start of his video upload, this netizen complained about the problem with his gas stove. Even though the gas cylinder was full, the stove flame that came out looked very small and red.
photo: YouTube/juniarsih TV
Easy tricks to overcome a gas stove flame that is too small.
Knowing this, he immediately repaired the stove himself. The first step, first remove the stove burner. Then also remove the stove burner part.
"The way to do this is just lift it and then pull it slowly," he said, quoted by BrilioFood from YouTube jurniasih TV on Tuesday (9/4).
photo: YouTube/juniarsih TV
According to him, one of the reasons why the stove fire is small is because the stove burner is blocked by a pile of dirt. Therefore, he immediately cleaned the stove burner using one kitchen ingredient, namely dishwashing soap.
"Just brush it because it's covered in piles of spilled cooking splatter. "This dirt usually causes the gas flow to be blocked," explained the video owner.
photo: YouTube/juniarsih TV
After brushing for a while, rinse the stove burner with running water. Then drain and wait a few moments until the stove burner is completely dry.
While waiting for the burner to dry, you also have to look for the stove sputter. This part is located behind the stove knob. If you have found it, pierce the spuyer hole with a pin.
"Prick it with a needle so that if there is a blockage in this hole it will come out," he explained.
photo: YouTube/juniarsih TV
The next process, reinstall the burner and stove to its original position. Then try turning on the stove by turning the knob. As a result, the stove fire can be released optimally.
photo: YouTube/juniarsih TV
How to care for a gas stove so that it lasts for a long time.
Maintaining a gas stove properly is key to ensuring its performance remains optimal and lasts for a long time. Here are some steps you can follow to care for your gas stove.
1. Clean regularly.
Clean the stove surface regularly after use to avoid the buildup of grease, food residue and other dirt. Use a soft cloth or soft sponge and a mild detergent to clean the surface of the stove carefully. Don't forget to clean hard-to-reach parts too.
2. Clean the burner and stove handle.
Turn off the gas and let the stove cool before cleaning it. Remove the burners and stove handles and clean with soap and warm water. Make sure to remove any remaining food or dirt.
3. Pay attention to the cleanliness of the regulator and gas hose.
Regularly check the regulator and gas hose to ensure there are no leaks or damage. Clean with a dry cloth if necessary.
4. Check the rubber seal.
Check the rubber seal on the gas hose regularly to ensure there are no leaks. If you see signs of wear or damage, replace the seal immediately.
5. Use with caution.
Avoid turning on the gas stove too high or leaving it on unattended. Not only can this result in an accident, but it can also damage the stove components.
By caring for your gas stove according to the steps above, you can extend its service life and maintain optimal performance for a long time.