Sähkölieden

Sähkölieden, often referred to as an electric stove or electric cooker, is a common kitchen appliance used for cooking. It utilizes electricity to generate heat, which is then transferred to pots and pans placed on its cooking surface. The heating elements can be exposed coils, flat ceramic surfaces, or induction coils.

Early electric stoves emerged in the late 19th century, with continuous development leading to the modern designs we see today. They offered an alternative to gas stoves, particularly in areas where natural gas was not readily available. The primary advantage of an electric stove is often its ease of installation and a generally lower initial purchase price compared to some other cooking technologies.

Electric stoves come in various forms, including freestanding units that combine a stovetop with an oven, and separate cooktops that can be installed into a countertop. The cooking surface can be made of different materials, each with its own heating characteristics and cleaning requirements. Maintenance typically involves cleaning the stovetop and burners to remove food residue and prevent build-up. Safety features, such as indicator lights for hot surfaces, are common.