“Power seems to go in and out when cooking. I will hear sizzling, then it stops, then it starts again. Need a consistent temperature for cooking, is this normal for induction or is there a problem with the cooktop?”
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Assuming that the cooktop is functioning correctly, it's possible that the induction function is being disrupted by the cooking method being used. If the pan is being lifted momentarily from the cooktop surface as part of the cooking method, the induction function will be interrupted and will resume when the pan again touches the cooktop. I myself will momentarily lift the pan to flip or stir the contents causing the induction function to be interrupted. It is important that the pan remains in contact with the cooktop for the induction function to work correctly. If you have kept the pan in contact with the cooktop during the "off and on" situation per your description, then the cooktop is suspect.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Cycling on and off during cooking is quite normal for low cost induction cook tops. The lower the cook top setting the shorter the pulse of energy delivered to the cookware. This is because it is difficult and expensive to design continuously variable wattage to the induction coil. Microwave ovens work the same, a fixed wattage which is pulsed to heat gradually. Better induction units offer power settings as well as temperature settings but typically they both pulse the energy to control heating. To get a more even cooking temperature try high quality multi-ply ss cookware. Look for reviews that describe the cookware as retaining heat with a slow response to heat setting. Fast response is most desirable but works best on conventional cook tops.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I haven’t had any issues like what you described. I’m thinking it could be a loose wire issue, either with your outlet or with the product itself. I would try another outlet, if the problem persists you may consider bringing it in for an exchange.
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