When your oven or stove is not heating up, clicking or turning around the knobs, or if there is black smoke coming out of the appliance, it may be time for a stove repair in Dubai.
There are several things that you can do to try and diagnose the issue before calling in a professional:
- Remove all cooking ware from the oven and stove and turn off all appliances. This will help isolate any possible problems with electrical wiring.
- Check for gas leaks by using a match or lighter to light a piece of paper near the gas valve if there is one. If there’s no gas leak, then check for burnt-out pilot lights by unscrewing the light bulb holder and shining a light in behind it.
- Remove all covers on the oven door, including the broil pan cover, and open the oven door fully. Make sure that all burners and ventilation slots are clear. Check for dirty filters or obstructions on any of these components.
- If everything looks okay, test each burner by lighting one end of a kitchen match or candle and dropping it onto the burner head; if there is an electric spark, then that burner needs to be replaced.
Supposing none of these tests provide clues as to what is wrong with your appliance, you can call in a professional from your nearest stove repair shop.
There are a few simple safety tips you can follow to help prevent stove fires in your home.
- Make sure all stove surfaces are properly cleaned before use. All grease and food particles can create dangerous fire hazards.
- Don’t overload the stovetop with cookware or cook on high heat settings. Overheating can cause sparks and the potential for a kitchen fire.
- Keep cooking utensils out of the reach of children and pets – they can easily become caught in the blades or turn on an open flame while cooking.
- Be aware of your surroundings at all times when using a stove – keep an eye on flames or any signs of smoke and never leave food unattended to avoid a fire hazard.