Chimneys have now become an integral part of the kitchen in most Indian households. Besides enhancing the whole look of the kitchen, chimneys are great in keeping our kitchen clean and grease free. In most of the Indian kitchens, we cook spicy fried foods in comparison to the boiled or half boiled foods. We use lot of oil and spices to add up the taste of the foods we cook, which results in plenty of smoke and grease. Kitchen chimneys clean all these smoke and polluted air and keep your kitchens fresh. But, after a certain time, the accumulated oil, grease and dirt make your chimneys dirty which sometimes can lessen their efficiency to absorb the cooking smoke. So, you must take proper care of the chimneys by cleaning it from time to time to get optimal benefits of using a kitchen chimney at home. However, cleaning the kitchen chimney is not so easy and so most people prefer hiring a professional cleaner to clean the kitchen including chimney. But if you are a do it yourself person like me, then you can clean kitchen chimneys easily on your own. If you not sure about how to clean kitchen chimney on your own, then read on this post. Today in this post, I am going to share a few cleaning tips that’ll help you to clean kitchen chimney easily at your home.

Kitchen is actually the heart of our homes and the Indians who are foodies have a special connection to it. Be it cooking ourselves or enjoying our mother’s recipes, we love trying out different delicacies and hence we use various ingredients to make it taste delicious. And, this is one factor why kitchens in our household gets most dirty especially the chimney. It accumulates lot of grease and dirt and looks dirty if it is not cleaned properly and frequently. In fact, if you keep it uncleaned for a very long time then it may start to stink which can make your whole living atmosphere suffocating.

Kitchen Chimney

The Kitchen Chimney clears the air of smoke and grease from everyday cooking but they can leave their mark. Over time stains can build up and vents can clog. Clean the exterior of the hood weekly and the filters monthly. In case there is Protective PVC film on the kitchen hood please peel before using.

Exterior can be cleaned with any cleaner like CIF or with mild detergent and warm water. Do not scrub with hard scrubbers as they will scratch the surface of hood. Before cleaning the Kitchen Chimney please ensure the Gas Hob burners are OFF and kitchen hood power supply is switched off. Frequency of cleaning depends on usage etc. Do not use abrasive / acid based cleaning agents.

Scrub Filters :

Remove the Metal filters carefully please ensure the gas stove burner are not ON while removing Filters. Soak them in mild detergent and warm water for 1 hr . Brush with a nylon scrub brush. Rinse in hot water and dry. Some filters can be washed in the dishwasher. Dry the filters before placing them back in the kitchen hood. Filters should be cleaned depending in usage. For heavy oily cooking filters should be cleaned on weekly basis. For kitchen hood with oil collector oil collector should be removed carefully please ensure the gas stove burner are not ON while removing Oil collector. Oil collector should be washed with soap & water wiped clean with cloth. Replace oil collector in place.

Charcoal Filters :

Charcoal filters have to be replaced depending on usage . However if your charcoal filters mentions that it is life long charcoal filter than it can be washed dried and replaced back in Hood. Please note all charcoal filters are not Life long Charcoal filters.

Interior :

The hood clears the air of smoke and grease from everyday cooking but they can leave their mark. Over time stains can build up and vents can clog. Clean the Interior of the hood with help of authorised technician. Frequency of cleaning depends on Usage.

Polish :

For a stainless steel hood finish by polishing with a dry microfiber cloth & stainless steel polish available in market.

Caution :

  1. Do not pull the chord to disconnect the plug. Remove the plug itself from the socket.
  2. Do not flambe food under the hood. Naked flames could cause fire.
  3. Do not use multiple plug adaptors or extension board in case of built in product.
  4. The hood must be installed exactly above the Built in Hob . Also ensure Kitchenhood is of same size or larger than the Hob/ cooktop.
  5. The minimum safety distance between the Hood and cooktop is 650 mm in case of electric cooker and 750mm in case of gas burner.For vertical hoods distance between gas burner a Kitchen Chimney should be 450mm – 550 mm max.
  6. Do not leave pans unattained when frying. Cooking oil can catch fire.
  7. Never use flammable materials duct to extract air from hood.
  8. Please peel the protective (PVC) film before using any appliance. PVC is inflammable.
  9. For proper working of your appliance ensure there is proper earthling provided at all electrical points and ensure that appliance is plugged in sockets as per requirement ( Kitchenhood & Built in Hob 5Amp AC supply & all other appliances 15 Amp AC supply).

Built In Hobs

How to Clean the Burners of your Gas Hob / Stove :

  1. Turn off all your gas burners and allow the stove to cool down completely before cleaning to prevent yourself from getting burned or injured.
  2. Fill your sink or wash basin with hot water and add enough liquid dish-washing soap to create a sudsy soapy mixture.
  3. Change battery of your hob for uninterrupted usage of Auto ignition every 6 months (1.5 V D type Battery)if your hob has battery operated ignition.
  4. Remove your stoves gas surface burners and place them in the water and soap mixture to soak for several minutes or until existing grime can be easily wiped away.
  5. Electrical socket for Hobs should not be near to cylinder area.
  6. Use a cleaning rag to clean the surface burners after they have soaked for several minutes.
  7. Use a straight pin to clean the inside of the holes of the surface burners where the gas flames are emitted.
  8. Rinse your surface burners thoroughly in hot water to rinse off any remaining soap or suds.
  9. Place your gas surface burners upside-down on a clean dry towel to allow them to dry completely.
  10. Replace or install your gas surface burners back onto your stovetop after they have dried completely.

How to Clean the Grids of your Gas Hob / Stove :

  1. Fill a wash basin or sink with warm water and add liquid dish-washing soap to make a cleaning solution for your burner grids.
  2. Use a soft non-abrasive sponge or pad to clean away any grime or debris from each of your burner grates.
  3. Use baking soda paste to scrub away stains or grime that is difficult to clean with the soap and water mixture.
  4. Rinse your burner grids under warm clean water and place them on a clean towel to dry completely before replacing them on the stovetop.

How to clean surface of your Gas Hob / Stove :

  1. Remove your gas burner grids and set them aside.
  2. Remove and dispose of large pieces or chunks of dried food and debris that have collected under the grates such as grains of rice or charred meat.
  3. Spray your entire gas stovetop surface with glass cleaner or a soap and warm-water mixture.
  4. Use a sponge or soft cloth to spread your cleaning solution around the stovetop and to scrub away any existing tough stains.
  5. Use a clean dry cloth to remove any excess cleaning solution.
  6. Replace the gas stove burner grids to their original spots when you have finished cleaning.

Caution :

  1. Do not pull the chord to disconnect the plug. Remove the plug itself from the socket.
  2. Glass used in all appliances is a tempered glass will only break and crystallise on impact hence avoid any impact on the glass.
  3. Change battery of your hob for uninterrupted usage of Auto ignition every 6 months (1.5 V D type Battery)if your hob has battery operated ignition.
  4. Do not leave acid or alkaline substances such as vinegar gravy/ curry salt sugar or lemon juice on the hob.
  5. Electrical socket for Hobs should not be near to cylinder area.
  6. Do not flame food under the hood. Naked flames could cause fire.
  7. Do not wash Built in Hob with water as it can damage Auto ignition generator and there is chance of electric shock.
  8. Do not attempt to dismantle the built in product.
  9. Any food spills (water gravy coffee tea milk oil etc.) on the built in product should be wiped away before they dry.
  10. Do Not Use any Cooking Utensils/Aids which cover the Burners & Touch the Glass of Built-in Hob or Cooktop for eg. Bati Cooker Kilda Gas Tandoor Gas oven Paniyarrakal Maker Charcoal Chimney lighter etc.
  11. Metallic/ collared glass cooktops are prone to discoloration if Bati Cooker Kaladu Gas Tandoor Gas oven Paniyarrakal Maker Charcoal Chimney lighter etc or any such utensils covering the burner are used hence do not use such utensils.
  12. Gas Built in Hob / Cooktop must be used in well ventilated room .
  13. To optimise the usage of your Hob placing correct vessel on the burner is important. Ensure the Vessel base Diameter is larger than the burner. Usage of Flat bottom vessels avoids wastage of fuel.
  14. Gas consumption is directly related to the usage and correct usage of vessels.
  15. Do not use multiple plug adaptors or extension board in case of built in product.
  16. Do not use abrasive or corrosive products chlorine-based cleaner or hard rubbing for built in.
  17. Do not use the steam/ vapour cleaning appliances.
  18. Do not allow children to use the appliance without supervision.
  19. Please peel the protective (PVC) film before using any appliance. PVC is inflammable.
  20. For proper working of your appliance ensure there is proper earthling provided at all electrical points and ensure that appliance is plugged in sockets as per requirement (Kitchen Chimney & Built in Hob 5Amp AC supply & all other appliances 15 Amp AC supply).

Cook Tops

How to Clean the Burners of your Gas Hob / Stove :

  1. Turn off all your gas burners and allow the stove to cool down completely before cleaning to prevent yourself from getting burned or injured.
  2. Fill your sink or wash basin with hot water and add enough liquid dish-washing soap to create a sudsy soapy mixture.
  3. Change battery of your hob for uninterrupted usage of Auto ignition every 6 months (1.5 V D type Battery)if your hob has battery operated ignition.
  4. Remove your stoves gas surface burners and place them in the water and soap mixture to soak for several minutes or until existing grime can be easily wiped away.
  5. Electrical socket for Hobs should not be near to cylinder area.
  6. Use a cleaning rag to clean the surface burners after they have soaked for several minutes.
  7. Use a straight pin to clean the inside of the holes of the surface burners where the gas flames are emitted.
  8. Rinse your surface burners thoroughly in hot water to rinse off any remaining soap or suds.
  9. Place your gas surface burners upside-down on a clean dry towel to allow them to dry completely.
  10. Replace or install your gas surface burners back onto your stovetop after they have dried completely.

How to Clean the Grids of your Gas Hob / Stove :

  1. Fill a wash basin or sink with warm water and add liquid dish-washing soap to make a cleaning solution for your burner grids.
  2. Use a soft non-abrasive sponge or pad to clean away any grime or debris from each of your burner grates.
  3. Use baking soda paste to scrub away stains or grime that is difficult to clean with the soap and water mixture.
  4. Rinse your burner grids under warm clean water and place them on a clean towel to dry completely before replacing them on the stovetop.

How to clean surface of your Gas Hob / Stove :

  1. Remove your gas burner grids and set them aside.
  2. Remove and dispose of large pieces or chunks of dried food and debris that have collected under the grates such as grains of rice or charred meat.
  3. Spray your entire gas stovetop surface with glass cleaner or a soap and warm-water mixture.
  4. Use a sponge or soft cloth to spread your cleaning solution around the stovetop and to scrub away any existing tough stains.
  5. Use a clean dry cloth to remove any excess cleaning solution.
  6. Replace the gas stove burner grids to their original spots when you have finished cleaning.

Caution :

  1. Glass used in all appliances is a tempered glass will only break and crystallise on impact hence avoid any impact on the glass.
  2. Change battery of your cooktop for uninterrupted usage of Auto ignition every 6 months (1.5 V D type Battery).
  3. Ensure that the hood is equal or of larger size than the built in hob / cooktop.
  4. Do not flame food under the hood. Naked flames could cause fire.
  5. Do Not Use any Cooking Utensils/Aids which cover the Burners & Touch the Glass of Built-in Hob or Cooktop for eg. Bati Cooker Kilda Gas Tandoor Gas oven Paniyarrakal Maker Charcoal Chimney lighter etc.
  6. Metallic/ collared glass cooktops are prone to discoloration if Bati Cooker Kilda Gas Tandoor Gas oven Paniyarrakal Maker Charcoal Chimney lighter etc or any such utensils covering the burner are used hence do not use such utensils.
  7. Gas Built in Hob / Cooktop must be used in well ventilated room.
  8. To optimise the usage of your Hob placing correct vessel on the burner is important. Ensure the Vessel base Diameter is larger than the burner. Usage of Flat bottom vessels avoids wastage of fuel.
  9. Gas consumption is directly related to the usage and correct usage of vessels.