The ElectricKit Aga Cooker Conversion (or "Electrikit" as some mistakenly call it!) has been available in its original form, since the early 2010's. In late 2023, the newest edition of the ElectricKit family was released - The ElectricKit Classic.
The ElectricKit Classic is a resilient, robust system that can be installed into one of our fully refurbished aga cookers, or as a conversion for your existing Aga Cooker.
As with the ElectricKit Original, the ElectricKit Classic turns your Aga Cooker into an efficient, controllable electric model.
It has electric elements under each of the hotplates which can be turned up and down depending on the temperature needed. Each one can be any temperature from cold up to boiling. This is controlled via a numbered dial 1-8. Alternatively, you can upgrade your left-hand hotplate to a state-of-the-art induction hob, for instant heat and even cheaper running costs.
The right-hand ElectricKit ovens (typically roasting/simmering etc) can be adjusted to a temperature using the digital display. This shows the target and current temperatures of your top right hand oven. Your bottom right hand oven will automatically be around 35% cooler than the top oven temperature. If your top oven is set to a traditional roasting setting of 220c, the bottom oven will automatically be at around 140c, but the ElectricKit Classic Edition has a "Boost" element below. This means you can manually increase this bottom oven temperature as and when you need to, for even more flexibility.
The hotcupboard section (simmering/warming ovens) on our 4 oven ElectricKit models are controlled together, via a dial 1-8.
On our 3 Oven ElectricKit Classic Conversions, the display has 4 dials numbered 1-8. One for each hotplate, one for the RH ovens, and one for the LH oven. There is no bottom boost element in the 3 oven models.
RH Hotplate Element: 1400w
LH Hotplate Element: 1400w
Top Oven Element: 700w
Middle Oven Element: 1800w
Bottom Oven Element: 500w
3 Oven LH Oven Element: 1100w
4 Oven Hotcupboard Element: 550w
Standard Induction Hotplate: 1600w
(This replaces the LH Hotplate, with controls built directly into the induction hob).
High Power Induction Hotplate: 3000w
(This replaces the LH Hotplate and requires its own plug socket. Controls are located directly onto the induction hob)
Your Traditional Aga Cooker will operate from a single heat source (aka, an oil or gas burner). After your ElectricKit Classic conversion, your Aga Cooker will utilise elements placed directly above, between and below your cast iron ovens. Since the conductions and convection ducts are redundant, they are removed and recycled alongside our scrap metal. You are more than welcome to keep any of the old cast iron or burners if you can find a use for them!
Most of the elements inside the ElectricKit Classic Edition work individually. The top oven element and the middle element will fire at the same time, for improved temperature stability. The bottom oven element is controlled via its own dial inside the ElectricKit Classic control panel, and the two hotplate elements are completely controllable.
The ElectricKit Classic Conversion process starts with a full strip down of your current Aga Cooker. The old loose-fill insulation is hoovered out, then cast iron conductions etc are removed. The new insulation is installed and the ovens rebuilt, before the thermostats and elements can be wired into the ElectricKit Classic control panel. Once that is complete, the top can be put back into place and the new hotplates fitted. Finally, you're ready for the big switch on!
In line with our business ethos of honesty and transparency, we will always give you the pros and cons for your choice of Aga Cooker or Conversion. Being open about the strengths and potential shortfalls of each option, allows us to manage expectations and give you the absolute best solution for your lifestyle.
Considering a conversion for your Traditional 'Always On' Aga Cooker?
We've laid out all the details, pros and cons, as well as technical details you need.
Advantages of the ElectricKit Classic:
Disadvantages of the ElectricKit Classic:
We also offer the 'Always On' 13amp as a conversion option too, if the ElectricKit Classic doesn't suit your needs.
Top Right Hand Oven
the below are approximations
(from cold) – Roasting (220c) in 61 mins.
(from cold) - Baking (180c) in 48 mins.
The Bottom Right Hand Oven will sit around 60-70c cooler than the temperature in the top oven (due to the high power element between the ovens).
Hotplates
the below are approximations
(from cold) – Simmering Temp in 13 mins.
(from cold) - Boiling Temp in 19 mins.
We always recommend using your RH Hotplate as your preferred hotplate, since it may be already warm due to the ambient heat if the ovens below are already on.
Bottom Oven Boost Temperatures
After testing, with the top oven set to 200c, the below approximate temperatures were reached with the boost dial.
Dial at number 5: 160c to 190c
Dial at number 6: 185c to 215c
Dial at number 7: 215c to 245c
Dial at number 8: 248c to 270c
As with every Aga Cooker, each one will have its own idiosyncrasies and will run slightly different (one of the joys of individual, non-conventional cookers!). Your ElectricKit Conversion will be similar, with every family having their own lifestyle and habits.
If your main priority is low running costs:
You have the ability to run your Top RH Oven as and when required - even timing them to come on automatically.
You can use the hotplates as and when required, but they are the most expensive part to run. Utilising the floor of your (already on) ovens will be more efficient - or even better, upgrade to an induction hob for efficient, instant heat!
If your main priority is ambient room heat:
You have the ability to turn your Top RH Oven and Bottom RH Oven to full roasting temperatures (between 220c-240c), and turn on both hotplates to half heat, with their lids down.
Of course, your running costs will drastically increase when your cooker is on full power.
For a nice in-between, and quicker heat up times, we recommend putting your Top RH Oven into a slumber/baking temperature (180c) and bringing up to temperature when roasting is required.
SLUMBER MODE ON 24/7
Top oven ON @ Baking Temp.
Bottom oven OFF, with passive simmering temp.
0.45 kWh - excluding initial warm up.
TOP OVEN ON 24/7
Top oven ON @ Roasting Temp.
Bottom oven OFF, with passive baking temp.
0.56 kWh - excluding initial warm up.
BOTH OVENS ON 24/7
Top oven ON @ Roasting Temp.
Bottom oven ON @ Baking Temp.
0.65 kWh - excluding initial warm up.
HOTCUPBOARD ON 24/7 (4 Oven Model)
No data provided by manufacturer.
HOTPLATE ON @ Boiling Temp
No data provided by manufacturer.
HOTPLATE ON @ Simmering Temp
0.15 kWh (excluding initial heat up).
Our ElectricKit Classic Conversions include VAT and Free Delivery to mainland UK. If you contact our office, we can write up an official inclusive quote to lock prices in for 30 days.
We have some upgrade options available with each ElectricKit Classic Conversion.
Some of the most popular upgrades include:
If you're pairing any of the enamel refurbishments with your conversion, you will benefit from a hefty discount. Full details will be inside your quote.
We are independent and we are not supplied or endorsed by Aga Rangemaster Ltd or Aga Rangemaster Group Ltd.
To pass savings onto you, the parts & accessories we provide are non-genuine or specifically designed alternatives. These are tested, approved by our trained engineers, and are deemed suitable for their specified function.
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