Hydrolysis oven cleaning occupies a special place among the various ways to eliminate contamination in ovens... First of all, in comparison with other methods of dealing with dirt in the oven, this method is the fastest and least expensive. Below we will consider what this method is, how to use it and what types of hydrolysis cleaning are.
What is hydrolysis oven cleaning
Features of hydrolysis oven cleaning, what it is and what the process is based on, becomes clear from the meaning of the word "hydrolysis", which can be translated from Greek as "decomposition by water". More precisely, steam - water in the oven, under the influence of temperature, turns into a vaporous state. Steam, acting on grease and other mud deposits, softens them. After that, it is much easier to remove them from the inside of the oven using a sponge or cloth. A type of hydrolysis cleaning can be considered the use of a steam generator, which produces a steam jet with a temperature of about 150 degrees. The surface treatment with a jet of hot steam makes cleaning the kitchen much easier.
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How to start hydrolysis cleaning
To carry out the hydrolysis cleaning of the oven, you must:
- Remove the runners and trays from the oven.
- In new models of electric ovens, in which the design provides for the function of hydrolysis cleaning, there is a special recess in the bottom that must be filled with water. However, you can put an enamel bowl or baking sheet with water inside, because cleaning the oven with hot steam can be used for almost all types of ovens - both gas and electric.
- Turn on the oven, setting the temperature in the range of 50-90 degrees (the exact value can be found in the instructions for use).
- Wait 3–40 minutes. During this time, the hot steam will interact with the dirt and grease particles. The dried fat will absorb moisture and begin to drip down the sides of the oven.
- Unplug the oven and let it cool down.
- Then finish cleaning by wiping the inside of the oven with a cloth or washcloth. It is best to use non-abrasive cleaning agents.
Important:
Do not use cleaning powders - they can damage the enamel, and subsequent hydrolytic cleaning can provoke the appearance and development of corrosion.
To enhance the effect, you can use special gels that are added to the water.Manufacturers indicate the list of recommended agents, as well as their concentration in the instructions for use. However, it is possible to increase the effectiveness of the effect of steam on greasy spots using folk methods, for example, adding vinegar (in proportion to 2 parts of water and 1 part of vinegar), lemon wedges or table salt to the water.
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Varieties of hydrolysis cleaning
Modern models of ovens have more advanced options for hydrolysis cleaning of the inner surface - the Cleaning and Aqua Clean functions. In the first case, instead of water, a special spray is used instead of steam. The oven is heated to 90 degrees, after this it is necessary to open the door and carefully, so as not to get burned, spray everything inside the oven with a spray gun. Close the door and wait another 15 minutes, turn off the oven and let cool. Then collect the remaining fat with a sponge or paper towel.
Aqua Clean allows you to clean with steam in a gentle mode, at a low temperature, while the oven does not heat up over 50 degrees. Ovens of the premium segment have special hydrolysis programs. They enable the user to independently choose the temperature regime and duration of the cleaning process.
Advantages and disadvantages of hydrolysis treatment
The pros and cons of hydrolysis oven cleaning are associated with the use of steam - this makes the process very cheap. In addition, there is no need to heat the oven to a high temperature, and this saves electricity and makes this option of eliminating pollution even more cost-effective. It should be noted that the process can be carried out without the use of chemicals.
However, there are a number of rather serious drawbacks:
- First of all, hydrolysis cleaning does not fit the definition of "self-cleaning", because to obtain the final result, you will have to manually wipe the surfaces from the fat split by the steam.
- Hot steam is a rather aggressive environment, therefore, before carrying out hydrolysis cleaning, you must read the instructions, whether the manufacturer recommends it. The use of cheap coatings and low-quality metal in ovens of the budget segment can cause surface damage, which over time will lead to the appearance of rust.
- Hydrolysis cleaning is ineffective when it is necessary to remove stubborn or difficult stains. Over time, under the influence of temperature, the fat dries out and changes its structure, which makes cleaning with steam much more difficult. Perhaps the procedure will have to be repeated several times - after hydrolysis cleaning, manually remove the stains of fat, and then repeat the operation. It is most effective to carry out hydrolysis cleaning immediately after cooking, after allowing the oven to cool down.
Compared to other methods - catalytic and pyrolytic - hydrolysis oven cleaning is the least effective and requires more manual labor. But at the same time, it is the simplest in terms of technical implementation and the least expensive, therefore it is actively used in models of leading manufacturers of household appliances, for example, Electrolux or Bosch.
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