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Induction cooktops sometimes face issues of not heating up or heating inadequately, causing concerns for users. To assist consumers in understanding the reasons and remedies when induction cooktops fail to heat up, please follow along to the end of this Mytour article!
1. Causes and Remedies for Non-Heating Induction Cooktops
1.1. Unstable Power Supply
The malfunctioning of an induction cooktop, not heating up, may arise from an unstable power supply. Specifically, inadequate or fluctuating electric power supplied to the cooktop can occur. This might be due to loose sockets, slipping electrical cords, or damaged wires, leading to inconsistent power transmission to the cooktop.
Solution: Inspect all electrical sources in the house and kitchen outlets for loose wires or sockets. Consider installing a voltage stabilizer to ensure a stable electrical supply. If after checking the household electrical supply everything seems stable, then take the cooktop to a reputable service center for warranty repairs. Avoid attempting to repair or disassemble the cooktop yourself, as it may cause further damage.
- Check all electrical sources and sockets in the kitchen to see if the wires are loose or if the sockets are slipping out. It's advisable to install a stabilizer to ensure stable power. If after checking your home's power is still stable, take the stove to a reputable repair center for inspection and troubleshooting. Avoid dismantling the stove for repair or removing components on your own as it may cause more serious damage.
1.2. Infrared stove heating coil malfunction.
Most cases of infrared stove not heating up are due to a malfunctioning heating coil. To determine if the heating coil is the issue, remove the stove's glass top to inspect the coil for signs of breakage, damage, or burnout.
The most effective solution is to replace the heating coil for the infrared stove. Choose to purchase an authentic heating coil with the same diameter as the one currently in use.
When the heating coil is broken or damaged, do not attempt to reconnect it as the stove's power output is high. Even if reconnected, the heating coil will quickly deteriorate and become unusable.
1.3. Power IC malfunction.
IC capacity, also known as power IC, is prone to failure after prolonged use of infrared cookers, easily causing IC death and internal circuit malfunctions, resulting in the infrared cooker not heating. To ensure that the fault lies with the faulty IC, you can use a multimeter to check the current status of the IC and then take appropriate troubleshooting measures.
Solution:
When the IC is faulty, quickly replace the power IC and related accessories to prevent other parts of the cooker from being damaged. However, repairing a faulty IC requires expertise, so you should not attempt to replace it at home but should take the cooker to reputable warranty and repair centers for assistance.
1.4. Halogen lamp failure or mayso wire breakage
Sometimes, the reason for the infrared cooker not heating is due to faults in the internal components. You can use a multimeter to measure the power of the mayso coil to see if it is broken or damaged. If the multimeter reads only 10-50 ohms of electrical resistance, the mayso coil is still functioning normally.
If the test reveals that the mayso wire is broken or corroded, replace it immediately with a new mayso coil to keep the infrared cooker operational. Also, check the connections of the 2 mayso wires to other points on the circuit board for poor or broken connections to promptly rectify.
Due to the issues related to the internal circuits of the cooker, to ensure safety and prevent further damage to the infrared cooker, contact specialized technicians for effective repair solutions.
1.5. Incorrect grounding wire installation
Incorrect installation of the grounding wire, improper electrical wiring is the cause of the infrared cooker not heating. The most noticeable sign is that despite plugging in and the control panel lighting up, the cooking zone remains cold.
Solution: In this situation, you need to turn off the cooker and immediately disconnect the power supply. Then, recheck all the wiring connections or electrical wires to ensure they are fully installed and in the correct position. If you lack repair experience, contact installation technicians for inspection and rectification.
2. Some safety and durability tips for using infrared cookers
To avoid encountering the aforementioned reasons causing the infrared cooker to not heat up or heat poorly, apply the following precautions during use:
- Do not use wet towels to wipe the stove surface to avoid burns or damage, whether you wipe it when the stove is off or when it is on.
Also, when using the infrared cooker, avoid placing flammable objects, plastic near the infrared cooker to limit fires and damage to the cooker.
