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Power Cord and Plug:
The power cord and plug are used to connect the induction cooker to the electric power source. The plug used is
based on the outlet used by the region as outlets vary by region.
Conclusion:
There are various components of the induction cookers which all play essential functions. These are the glass
plate, bottom cover, LED display, PCB, induction coil, fan, power cord and plug, and power supply. If any of the
parts are broken, the induction hob will not work properly or will not function at all. Therefore, it is necessary to
replace the broken induction cooker parts with a new one.
Fault identification in induction cooking:
The first and one of the most frustrating categories of induction cooktop issues is heating problems. A stovetop
serves one function, so when it can’t perform that function, it’s important to get to the bottom of it fast.
Here are some of the most common causes of induction cooktop heating problems:
Incompatible cookware: Induction stovetops use magnetic waves to rapidly heat your cookware to a specific
temperature. Despite mostly being made of metal, not all cookware is magnetic enough to function on an induction
stove. If your cookware is aluminum, copper, or ceramic, it may not function well, if at all, with your stove.
Power cycling: This is a normal but often confusing operation that induction cooktops do. Essentially, when a
particular internal temperature is reached, the cooktop automatically cuts power to the induction coils. The burner
usually resumes function after two minutes. This typically happens when you run the burner on high for an ex-
tended period of time.
Improperly positioned cookware: Because induction stovetops use magnetic coils to heat up your cookware,
rather than direct heat, they are more particular about cookware placement than gas and standard electric stoves.
If your cookware is too large or placed far off the center of the coil, it won’t heat up as quickly. A general rule of
thumb is to place all cookware in the center of the burner and to use cookware that is the same size or slightly
smaller than the size of the burner.
Damaged burner: Like any cooktop, your burners can experience functionality issues as a result of standard wear.
If you cannot seem to get it to function, contact an appliance repair professional to handle the repair.
Locked cooktop: Most induction cooktops have a control lock setting that prevents the stove from being used
while activated. If you turned it on by accident and can’t turn it off, consult your user’s manual or research your
model online to see how to deactivate it. Usually, it can be turned off by holding the power button, a button with a
key or lock symbol, or a button labeled “P” or “L.”
Unexpected Noises:

Many of us know the stressful experience of hearing a new noise emanating from our cars while driving, but we
tend not to expect that from a kitchen appliance. Much like a vehicle, though, an unexpected sound coming from
your cooktop is rarely a sign of something good.
Here are a few common causes of a noisy induction cooktop:
Fan issue: Induction cooktops contain fans that keep the rest of the components cool while the oven or burners
are in use. If you notice that the fans are louder than usual, contact a professional appliance repair service to fix
your cooktop. Leaving it alone can cause the fan to break, which could compromise the whole appliance.
Vibrating Cooktop: A vibrating pot or pan is nothing to worry about, but if the whole cooktop shakes, that’s another
story. Typically, this has to do with the glass cover being ineffectively fastened. Check the fastenings and make
sure it’s sealed down tight. Even luxury brands can experience this issue.

Uneven Surface: Cooktops, especially induction cooktops, need to be perfectly level to operate efficiently. If your
cooktop isn’t fully level, it can rock your pots and pans around, causing the glass to chip.
Control Panel Issues: Control panel issues are among the more frustrating induction cooktop problems. Every-
thing else about the cooktop may be mechanically sound, but if you can’t press the buttons, it won’t perform its
primary function.

Here are some of the main control panel issues and how you can identify them:

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