Induction v halogen
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When we reworked our kitchen a couple of years ago, we moved to induction and would heartilly recommend it. A potential downside might be that some of your older pots might not work, but we only found that there were 2 that were unsuitable. In addition, I think that people with pacemakers have to be careful around induction hobs, I think that entails maintaining a minimum distance.
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Induction everytime vastly more versatile.
We bought one for the caravan, it gets a LOT of use at home as well now.
We bought one for the caravan, it gets a LOT of use at home as well now.
As long as you haven't got a pacemaker or implanted defibrillator.
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As long as you are 2ft or more away BHF say that's sufficient.
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How long are your arms? 2ft is a long way with straight arms if you're moving something with any mass.
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Don't make a worry of it - you've got choices like changing the hob, letting your other half do all the cooking - or even refuse the pacemaker but I don't recommend that!
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So what your saying is " Induction hob for sale, 4/5 years old " ?
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You would turn the induction hob off prior to moving. But better ask he BHF on how to meet their guidance.
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If you have or are about to have a pacemaker fitted, then its wise to take note of the warning about Induction hobs. Whilst I'm sure reputable manufacturers will have designed their products correctly, my concern is that with so many unknown brands cheap products coming in mainly from China, UK and EU safety standards are often ignored, and the products may more dangerous. If you are intent on going for a induction, stick with a recognised brand. and follow medical advice.
I personally find a single induction hob to be very effective, though it might be as efficient as a Halogen. The thing I like most about them, is the surface doesn't seem to get too hot and it cools down quicker than a Halogen.
Do be aware that some Induction hobs can pull 2kW from th esupply, so you may need to switch off other 230V appliances when you want to use the hob, otherwise it might trip the current breaker on the EHU.
I personally find a single induction hob to be very effective, though it might be as efficient as a Halogen. The thing I like most about them, is the surface doesn't seem to get too hot and it cools down quicker than a Halogen.
Do be aware that some Induction hobs can pull 2kW from th esupply, so you may need to switch off other 230V appliances when you want to use the hob, otherwise it might trip the current breaker on the EHU.
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Radiant rings....remember them!
We use a 1990's made single radiant ring hotplate rated at 1kw.
Very versatile in a caravan...obviously a hotplate but also a grill as the ring is raised up with a grill space below ..doubles as a toaster.
Made by Belling and no longer available and certainly not trendy.
We use a 1990's made single radiant ring hotplate rated at 1kw.
Very versatile in a caravan...obviously a hotplate but also a grill as the ring is raised up with a grill space below ..doubles as a toaster.
Made by Belling and no longer available and certainly not trendy.
You'd think so - but some years ago while compiling a short list for a new car, the Jaguar XE and XF were being considered and there was a suggestion there was an issue if you had a pacemaker, which I did - I contacted Jaguar directly for clarification but they couldn't confirm or deny the suggestion and recommended I contact the pacemaker manufacturer - but of course they had no knowledge of specific car suitabiity - so JLR never made my short list.
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Excellent advice as there have been a number of incidents where batteries for e-bikes have caught alight and sadly in some cases people have perished. The EU safety standards have been by passed and there are no repercussions for the seller or manufacturer who is based in the Far East.
I think there should be a law that states that the origin of the manufacture of the article should be made clear to the consumer or something similar. Many articles coming from the Asian continent have very English / German etc names which can be confusing to the consumer especially when marketed through certain websites.
These days, it's easier to assume that every product is made in China, unless there's evidence to the contrary.
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Another Belling product which we had at home was one like this
it could stand as seen, or it could be laid down on its back, when the triangular legs on its back would keep the radients level, for toast or even heating pans or kettles. I also remember my father hanging it through the triangular brackets when he was working in the garage, it angled quite nicely to keep your hands warm whilst working at the vice.
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When we went induction at home last year all my favourite pots and pans went for recycling. SWMBO indulged in replacing the lot with induction compatible kit.
Sadly end of last year I discovered This Convertor Plate
Sadly end of last year I discovered This Convertor Plate
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