Bork microwave ovens: how to choose, user reviews

The Bork microwave oven, featuring enviable functionality, looks great – consumers are invariably attracted by the stylish design and comfortable use. The appearance of Bork microwave ovens suggests that this is a European trademark. But this is a 100% Russian brand – the pride of a domestic manufacturer. But all the necessary parts are made in China.

About Bork brand

The described trademark is a marketing product of the Technopark company, which specializes in the sale of all kinds of household appliances. At the beginning of 2000, the company created its own brand, under which the Premium class equipment is being promoted. Bork products are as close to professional as possible.

In recent decades, highly functional microwave ovens have been in high demand, opening up more opportunities for their owners than simple heating and defrosting. They can cook intricate dishes according to complex recipes.

How to choose a Bork stove

The market offers hundreds of models of microwaves from different brands. The Bork brand is quite modest – it represents only three modifications.

How to choose the best stove for your kitchen:

• Spaciousness. The volume of the chamber affects the dimensions and capabilities of the stove: the larger it is, the more food can be placed. Chambers less than 20 liters will be enough to cook a meal for two people, and 23-30 liters will be enough for the whole family. Three modifications of Bork microwaves have this volume. Models larger than 30 liters can be used to cook whole chicken.

• Power. This parameter indicates the speed capabilities of the technique. For Bork stoves, it is quite high – 900-1100 W, they can be used in grill mode.

• Appearance. Industrial designers assure that the white plastic case has not been in trend for a long time. If smart technology is beautiful, it is twice as attractive. Bork design is one of the reasons why buyers choose them. All modifications have a steel case, which has black glass inserts, ergonomic control knobs. The design of these stoves fits especially harmoniously into high-tech interiors, etc. But the styles of Provence or country are not at all consonant with them.

• Functionality. The more additional functions, the more opportunities for culinary undertakings.

Additional options include:

• multi-cook – pre-set time and power for certain dishes;
• bread maker;
• grill;
• steamer.

All three models are equipped with touch panels or buttons that allow you to conveniently control the device. Consumers praise Bork for functionality that distinguishes them from more budget versions. Here you can bake and fry meat and dough dishes. But a stylish black door is quite difficult to keep perfectly clean.

Benefits of Bork Microwaves

• high quality and trouble-free operation;
• multifunctionality (not only warming up food);
• stylish design;
• metal case;
• protection from children;
• bioceramic coating of the inner surface;
• easy cleaning function;
• mode programming.

Disadvantages

• High price. This is the main disadvantage of Bork microwaves. The budget one costs 16 rubles, the most expensive – 000 rubles.
• Marked front panel.

Most brands have similar prices for built-in models, while Bork only offers freestanding versions – you need space on the table or a separate shelf.

Models overview

Bork W502

The most affordable of the three presented. Characteristics and features:

• Maximum power – 0,9 watts.
• Volume – 23 liters.
• The cost is about 18 rubles.
• The door swings horizontally.
• There is a quartz grill: you can use the oven as an oven in which you can bake meat, vegetables, and make casseroles.
• Touch panel and display included.
• Automatic cooking. Auto mode allows you to sequentially process products for a set time.
• 16 automatic modes, delayed start function.
• Programs for preparing baby food: you can heat up mixtures, milk, porridge, yogurt, puree.
• There are functions of sterilization and elimination of a smell.

All three models are equipped with touch pads or buttons.

Bork W503

Chamber capacity – 25 l. This modification is 2 liters more than the previous one. Almost the same set of programs, but the cost is about 3 rubles higher. This is twice as much as similar models of other brands.

Features and Specifications:

• Side door position.
• 14 automatic programs. Delayed start.
• Autocook. The stove cooks food without the participation of the owner – just specify the weight, time and sequence of cooking.
• Quartz grill.
• Child lock function – locks the buttons.

Judging by the reviews, the W503 is too difficult to use programs. There are also flaws in the sensitivity of the sensor. For example, the control panel is difficult to handle with wet hands.

W702

The most expensive model in the Bork microwave range. The price of the W702 stove is about 30 rubles. This technique is deservedly considered elite, it has excellent characteristics and great opportunities:

• Power – 1,1 kW. Thanks to this, food is cooked quickly.
• Capacity – 34 liters. In such a voluminous chamber, you can easily accommodate a whole goose.
• Attractive design – silver body and blue display.
• Comfortable button control.
• Quick warm up.
• Humidity and temperature sensors are provided, which allow the system to independently select the optimal time and power.
• 13 automatic modes.
• 10 power levels.
• 5 automatic programs for gentle defrosting.
• A BIT MORE – functions that extend the execution of programs. Just press one button to start.
• Sensor IQ is a program for warming up food. Since the panel has sensors for humidity, temperature and pressure, there is no need to select the power and set the warm-up time.
• SMART DEFROST is a program for defrosting meat, poultry, and other products.
• SMART COOK – for preparing frozen food. Automatic setting of power and cooking time.
• SMART REHEAT – for gentle warming up. Dishes cooked in this mode do not overcook and do not dry out. Automatic heating of drinks, pizza, pasta, etc.

Typical breakdowns

Even the most expensive and prestigious equipment breaks down. The most common problems in microwave ovens are:

• When turned on, the device does not work – you may need to change the fuse.
• The display shows the operating mode, but in fact the stove does not heat. Maybe the open door switch is broken.
• The dish placed in the chamber is heated unevenly. The probable cause is a broken motor that rotates the plate.
• Buttons do not work – you may need to replace or solder them.
• There was a burning smell, sparks in the chamber. Most likely, the mica gasket is broken.

Such problems are recommended to be trusted by service centers. Expensive equipment requires appropriate maintenance.

What to do in case of breakdowns

If the problem is minor, there is a chance to fix it yourself. Let’s see what can be done in the event of a malfunction.

No heating. There are several reasons:

• low voltage in the network;
• the door switch is broken;
• the mains fuse has blown;
• the transformer through which the current flows to the control panel is faulty;
• broken magnetron.

To fix the breakdown, you will have to replace the broken part.

The tray has stopped spinning. The reasons:

• Placement of the plate: if it is uneven or the wheels have shifted relative to the guide rails, you just need to install it correctly and the problem is solved.
• The cause of the malfunction can also be crumbs or fat that have fallen on the guides – then they need to be cleaned of contaminants..
• Incorrect movement of the pallet can be triggered by overload – remove some of the products.
• If the plate does not move at all, then the problem is in the drive belt.

Important! Only a specialist should solve the problem with the drive belt.

Display not working. You should check the connection of the device to the outlet. You also need to check the performance of the outlet itself by connecting any electrical appliance to it.

Sparking and the appearance of a burning smell. Most likely, dishes are used in which there is a metal coating. If the smell appears while reheating food, replace the mica plate.

Only by accurately determining the cause of the malfunction, it is possible to carry out repairs. Be guided by the scheme of the apparatus and instructions. It is recommended to perform any work if you have experience in repairing microwaves, otherwise, contact the specialists of service centers.

The Importance of Proper Grounding

Many owners of household appliances completely forget about the importance of grounding, creating a dangerous environment in the kitchen. If, for example, you touch the sink tap with one hand, or simply put your palm under a stream of water, and touch the microwave with your other hand, you can get a strong electric shock.

All electrical appliances connected near water sources must be equipped with automatic protection. It is important that the grounding is done correctly. Microwave equipment has the first class of electrical safety. The corresponding terminal is on the plug. You need to plug it into a euro socket, set by the rules – an ordinary socket and fuses will not protect against an accident.

Reviews

Oleg I. Bryansk

Bought model W503. Attracted by an abundance of functions, power and design. Plus, there is no turntable. Powerful, quickly heats up food. In appearance, European products, and in terms of quality – Chinese assembly. Immediately about the cons: it is impossible to use the auto mode programs – they do not correspond to the instructions. The last one is very short, more like promotional items. The touchpad does not work well. The stove had to be returned a day after purchase. In general, we bought into a stylish design – a very beautiful thing. Outwardly super, work — so-so. It is not possible to set the weight of the product to more than 300 g, although the instructions say: the maximum weight is 700 g. As a result, incinerated products. And for this 20 000 rubles! But the service is top notch. They accepted the stove, the money was returned.

Igor T. Omsk

Bought W502. After a month of work, there were no complaints. Super design, size, functions – everything is ok. Then the plates began to burst, while the food remained cold – the plate was heated, not the food. In the service, the oven was tested for a month, then returned, and soon everything repeated: a red-hot plate, cold food.

Valentina G. Pskov

Bought W702. Expensive – almost 30 rubles, but its design and capabilities were very attractive. It is convenient to open the door, there is a large glass tray, it is easy to put a large dish or plate into the chamber. I like that the display is quite large, so the numbers are clearly visible – if the vision is poor, this is important. There is a sound signal with adjustable volume. I can say that I got an excellent assistant in the kitchen. After two months of work, there are no complaints.

The Russian brand, supplying Chinese-assembled products, is of good quality. Conflicting user reviews give reason to take a closer look at these microwaves. We want you to make the right choice.