Features of the care of household appliances from stainless steel. Quality steel and types of protective coatings
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Now stainless steel is one of the most popular materials for the manufacture of household appliances. Undoubtedly, she has many advantages: it is not only an attractive externally, but also durable, durable, smooth, hygienic, all the advantages not to list. To extend the service life of stainless steel devices, you need to properly care for them. We will tell about these problems in this article.
Stainless steel takes an increasingly strong position in our apartments, especially since it fits perfectly into such popular stylists-tech and minimalism. The name speaks for itself: this material must have increased corrosion resistance compared to conventional steel. However, as experience shows, it may still rust, despite its promising name, but only with incorrect operating conditions. It should be known: when they write about low household appliances (kettles, toasters, membranes IDR), made of stainless steel, this means that the entire device (except for small parts) consists of this alloy. If it is indicated that the refrigerator is made of stainless steel, this applies only to its external panels, and often exclusively to the facades. So be careful, getting acquainted with the characteristics of the product.
For curious
Stainless steel is the alloy of several elements. It is primarily famous in comparison with the usual steel corrosion resistance. The main element of stainless steel (CR). The minimum content of it in the alloy is 10.5%, and the maximum is 26%. In addition to CR, stainless steel are included in various ratios C, Ni, Ti, Mo, Si, Mn, P Idre. But nevertheless, the dominant role plays chrome. The more it in steel, the higher the resistance to corrosion. As soon as the content of this element in the alloy exceeds 10.5%, the steel becomes stainless under normal conditions and in weakly aggressive environments. If the chromium is more than 17%, the steel is considered a corrosion-resistant in aggressive oxidative and other environments. In contact with oxygen chromium, it forms a chromium oxide protective film, resistant to aggressive media.
By the way, in household appliances, what is called, steel steel has become mounted. So, the steel used for small technology, there are higher demands than to the used for large. First, because the first in contact with food products, and secondly, usually the conditions for its operation are tougher. After all, for example, a stainless steel kettle is a long time in contact with water, and the dish panels are almost always dry.
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1-2.Andomerous machines: built-in LFZ 338 IX A / HA (Hotpoint-Ariston) (1) and separately standing DW7 80 Fi (TEKA) (2)
3-4.Goods made of stainless steel - DT4S 900 INOX (CATA) (3) and DKE995B (BOSCH) (4)
5-6. The BI9625 (TEFAL) (5) of the stainless steel is equipped with a thermostat, by which the temperature is adjusted from 80 to 100 ° C. Case model SL-1501 (Scarlett) (6) is also metal
The quality of steel depends largely on the content in the chromium alloy. What it is more, the better it is opposed to aggressive media (for example, with constant contact with liquid products). For large equipment, as a rule, the steel grades are chosen with a small amount of chromium, since the working conditions fully allow it to last long. But in order to avoid trouble, regularly wipe all surfaces with a soft napkin, because the particles of the prepared food are able to accidentally get, say, to the refrigerator, the stainless steel of which can be too sensitive to some components of the dish, and with time there will be corrosion.
Stainless Care Rules
It is impossible
1. Do use abrasive materials for cleaning (solid fine-grained substances).
2. Sand, soda, acid, acid and chlorides, also spoil stainless steel.
3. Snowstanding washcloths and other rough objects scratch the surface.
Can
1. The napkin perfectly cleanses the stainless steel, especially if it works complete with a special detergent, which contains the above substances.
2. Basic and old solidified pollution should be pre-tedded, then wipe with a dry napkin.
3. Regular cleaning with a special composition for stainless steel care will significantly improve the appearance of the surface and protect it.
4. Sir (for example, from a cooking panel or stove) can be washed using warm water with a small amount of a special dishwashing agent.
Often the protective layer is applied on the stainless steel panel. There are several options for coatings playing an additional prevention role. Some manufacturers, for example, use silicone lubricant. It is easy to wash, and fingerprints are almost invisible. But it is necessary to take into account and cons: such a coating is short-lived, and the owner of the technology will have to update it approximately every six months. There are also constant covers that allow us to practically not care for steel, it is enough to wipe it with a soft napkin. The "naked" stainless steel is preferably wiped with a special tool intended only for this. Typically, similar compositions have a cleaner and protective effect. Then your technique will not be threatened, and she will last a long time. Please note: Some manufacturers indicate the operating instructions that it is possible to care for steel only with a certain fund that they recommend. Otherwise, the warranty is removed.
The editorial board thanks the company "BSH household appliances", "Group SEB", Bork Elektroniks, Candy Elettrodometici S.R.L., Cata, Indesit Company, Scarlett, Teka Industrial, Vitek International for help preparing material.