How to Use an Induction Stove — First-Time User Guide Nepal

Updated for 2026

How to use an induction stove step by step Nepal guide

If you just received your induction stove, this guide covers everything: setup, first use, daily cooking tips, and what NOT to do to avoid damage. Written for Nepal’s most common cooking patterns.

Unboxing and Setup — First 10 Minutes

What’s in the Box

  • Induction cooktop unit
  • Power cord (usually attached)
  • User manual (in English/Hindi — key sections translated below)

Placement

  • Place on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface — marble or granite countertop is ideal
  • Minimum 10cm clearance on all sides for ventilation
  • Do NOT place on top of wooden shelves, tablecloths, or directly on the floor
  • The plug requires a 3-pin grounded socket (standard in Nepal) — do NOT use a 2-pin adapter

First Power-On

  • Plug into wall socket
  • Press the Power button (usually on top-right or bottom of panel)
  • Display lights up and shows “0” or dashes — stove is in standby mode
  • Place a compatible pot or pan on the cooking zone (center of glass)
  • Select a preset or adjust power level — cooking begins within 2–3 seconds

    • Daily Cooking Guide — Nepal Specific

    Boiling Water / Milk (Most Common Task)

  • Fill pot/dekchi with water or milk
  • Place on induction zone
  • Select Milk preset (auto shuts off before boil-over) OR set to Power level 6–8
  • Milk: watch carefully — first 2–3 uses to learn the exact shutoff timing of your model
  • Water: full boil in approximately 4 minutes at 2000W

    • Cooking Rice (Bhat)

  • Rinse rice, add 1:1.5 ratio water
  • Bring to boil on Power level 8
  • Once boiling, reduce to Power level 3–4 for 12–15 minutes
  • Or use the built-in Rice preset — auto manages the temperature cycle

    • Dal (Lentils)

  • Pressure cooker method: set to Power level 8 until whistle, then reduce to Power level 4 for 10 min
  • Open-pot method: Power level 6 throughout — 25–35 minutes for masoor dal

    • Deep Frying (Sel Roti, Pakoda, Puri)

  • Add oil to flat-bottom kadhai (must be stainless steel with flat base)
  • Select Fry preset or Power level 9–10
  • Heat oil to temperature (3–5 minutes from cold)
  • Reduce to Power level 7 once frying begins to maintain stable oil temperature
  • Do NOT leave unattended — no auto-shutoff on Fry preset in most models

    • Pressure Cooking (Keema, Mutton, Aloo)

  • Use only flat-bottom induction-compatible pressure cooker (Prestige, Hawkins, or CG branded)
  • Set to Power level 8–9 until first whistle
  • Reduce to Power level 5 for remaining whistle count

    • Control Panel — Button Functions Explained

    Most Nepal-market induction stoves share this button layout:

    Button Function
    Power / ON-OFF Start / Stop the stove
    + / − Increase / decrease power or temperature
    Timer Set a countdown (press timer, then + to set minutes)
    Preset buttons (Milk, Water, Fry, Rice, etc.) One-press cooking modes
    Child Lock (long-press) Hold for 3 seconds to lock / unlock all buttons

    Timer Function

    • Press Timer
    • Press + to add minutes (usually in 10-min increments)
    • Timer counts down → auto shuts off when time expires → usually beeps 3 times

    What NOT to Do — Avoid These Mistakes

    ❌ Don’t Why
    Use aluminum kadhai or copper vessels No magnetic base — stove won’t detect cookware, won’t heat
    Place empty pot on maximum power Can crack glass or warp cookware base
    Slide heavy pots across the surface Scratches the glass ceramic
    Cover the ventilation grill (underside/back) Overheats the internal coil — triggers auto-shutoff or permanent damage
    Use near water or wet surfaces Electrical hazard
    Leave spilled liquid on the surface while heating Can create hot spots on glass

    [Error Codes](/induction-cooker-error-codes/) — What They Mean

    Code Meaning Fix
    E0 / E1 No cookware detected Place a compatible pot on the zone
    E6 Overheating Remove pot, let cool 5 min, restart
    E7 / E8 Voltage too low (<180V) or too high (>260V) Wait for stable power supply
    E9 Internal sensor fault Unplug for 10 min, retry

    Cleaning After Each Use

  • Wait 5 minutes after use — let the glass panel cool
  • Wipe with a soft wet cloth — no abrasive scrubbers
  • For dried-on spills: apply a drop of cooking oil, let sit 2 minutes, wipe gently
  • Do NOT use bleach-based cleaners — can discolor the glass marking
  • Monthly: clean the underside ventilation grill with a dry cloth or soft brush

    • Frequently Asked Questions — Nepal Users

    Q: Can I use my old dekchi on the induction stove?

    A: Only if it has a flat base and magnetic metal. Test with a fridge magnet — if it sticks firmly, it works.

    Q: The stove makes a humming sound — is that normal?

    A: Yes. The oscillating magnetic field causes the cookware to vibrate slightly. Louder hum = higher power setting. This is normal.

    Q: The glass cracked. What happened?

    A: Most glass cracking is caused by thermal shock — placing a very cold pot on a hot surface, or a boiling liquid spill on hot glass. Always handle glass surfaces gently.

    Q: Does it work during low voltage / load shedding?

    A: Most Nepal-market induction stoves tolerate 180V–240V. Below 180V, they auto-shutoff (E7/E8 error) to protect the circuit. CG and Yasuda models are specifically engineered for Nepal’s grid.