The Benefits of a Single Oven Fan
The oven should inform you typically by a light on the control panel, when it has reached its set temperature. It can take some time for your oven to cool.
Fans are popular because of their versatility. They provide uniform heat distribution, faster cooking times and other advantages.
Even heat distribution
From a Sunday roast to the perfect grilled cheese sandwich, an oven can be used to cook a wide variety of culinary dishes. Understanding your oven's settings and the type of cooking that you do can affect the quality of your dishes.
You'll first want to identify whether or not your oven has an air-conditioner. This can be accomplished by ear - a single fan will emit an eerie whirr when activated. Alternatively, you can also look around the outside of your oven for a specific symbol that indicates the power of its fan. It's usually the case with a fan in the shape of a square, without lines or a fan that is surrounded by circles.
A fan-equipped oven will usually have additional symbols to represent other features like the pyrolytic cleaning system or child lock. Pyrolytic cleaning is a fast and easy way to clean your oven. It uses high temperatures that burn residue into the form of ash, making it simpler to clean. It's a great option for restaurants that are busy and a lot of big oven manufacturers have their own names for this feature, like Siemens' activeClean.
There is also single built in fan oven with grill called "fan with bottom heat" that is perfect for making crispy bases on pizzas and other pastries. This setting is a combination of an even heat distribution from a fan and concentrated heat from the bottom of the oven, allowing it to cook your food quickly and evenly.
Another feature that is commonly used is the timer which can be programmed to shut off the oven at a set date and time. This feature is beneficial when you cook multiple meals at the same time and need to ensure that all finish at exactly the same time.
Some ovens also have a function called 'fanned grill' which is ideal to cook poultry and meat. It combines the fast heating of a fan as well as the concentrated heat of the bottom of the oven to cook your food faster and more evenly.
Faster cooking
Food tends to cook faster when hot air is blown directly onto the food, as opposed to just surrounding it. Moving air speeds up the process of heat transfer, which happens naturally when temperatures are convergent. It's similar to the wind chill effect you may feel on a winter day that is windy. You will feel colder faster.
A fan oven can cut down the cooking time by as much as 25% compared with conventional ovens. It also can cut down on time to heat up by up to 50 percent (ideal for quick suppers).
A fan inside the oven circulates heat more quickly and more evenly. This is due to the fact that the circulating air prevents hot or cold spots inside the oven and across each tray, resulting in dishes that are cooked in a consistent manner. Fan ovens are therefore often employed for tasks like baking where consistency is crucial in terms of cooking temperatures and times.
While the quick cooking capabilities of one oven fan are advantageous, it's important to remember that they could require more time to reach the same results as conventional ovens when used for the same recipes. For this reason, it's advised to adhere to the cooking times and temperatures suggested by the recipe.
Single oven models provide an ideal solution if you're searching for a model capable of handling an array of cooking tasks. If, however, you prefer the flexibility of multi-function models, then you may think about a double oven.
Our top-rated Lamona built-under double fan oven is an excellent choice for family homes or landlords looking to build out flatshare kitchens. It is simple to open and load, and can be installed in small spaces. It comes with grill, as well as a fan oven with plenty of space for roasting, baking and more. It's available with a chic stainless steel finish and is fully programmed to get dinner on the table quicker.
Energy consumption is reduced
The fan in your oven helps to circulate hot air around your food, so it cooks efficiently and more frequently than a conventional oven. You can cook at lower temperatures and still get the same results. This can reduce energy consumption. In normal use, the average oven consumes between 2,000 to 3,500 watts. This can vary greatly depending on what and how you cook in the microwave. It also depends on the size of the oven, how long you cook and the type of heating system you employ.
However, if you use your oven frequently it is possible for the fan to help to cut down on your overall energy consumption. This is particularly true if you cook at a lower temperature or over a longer time.
A single oven that has a fan can reduce energy consumption by as much as 40% when compared to an electric oven without a fan. The fan allows you to cook at lower temperatures and for a shorter time. This can lower your electricity bill and have a positive effect on the environment.
Modern kitchen appliances are designed to maximize energy efficiency. This includes using an oven fan to cut down on energy consumption by assisting your oven to keep an even temperature throughout. Even if you have an efficient oven, the use of fans will also reduce your energy usage.
For instance, a standard electric oven typically uses between 2500 and 3500 watts electricity when it is in operation. But a fan oven can reduce this to about half of that. The fan consumes only 400 watts, while the surface elements of an electric range could consume up to 6 kilowatts.
The power sharing technique used in this case enables the appliance to reduce the power consumption at peak by selectively coupling the oven components to either the L2 or the neutral line N using the demand response switch arrangement (relay 200 in this instance, but it could be any other electromechanical power switching device). This is accomplished by controlling the switching of relay contacts 210 in the event of an utility state signal.
Convenience
When you cook several dishes in a conventional oven the heat will decrease as it rises from the lower shelves. The food items at the top of the oven will cook faster than those at the bottom. In a single fan oven, this isn't a problem as the hot air circulates throughout the entire cavity, ensuring that all dishes are cooked evenly and at the same amount of time.
In addition to uniform heat distribution in the air, the circulation of hot air also speeds up the cooking process by removing cold and hot spots in the oven. This means food is cooked more quickly than with a conventional oven and will save you valuable cooking time.
A fan assisted oven may also be used at lower temperatures, allowing you to cook meals at a lower cost. The reason for this is because the fan is powered by a thermoelectric switch, which turns on when the oven temperature reaches a predetermined level. This means that when the temperature is at a certain point the fan will switch off automatically.
You can also select the fan-only setting. This will provide you with the fan function of an electric oven but with the added benefit of having the ability to grill on top. This is a great option if you're cooking pizzas or open faced sandwiches as it allows the base of the dish to be cooked using a the fan, and the top to be cooked with directly radiating heat, providing a perfect combination of both crispness and softness.
It is not necessary to switch on your oven to determine if it is equipped with a fan. The majority of models have an easy symbol that signifies this. You should look for a fan with three pronged or a line that includes the word"fan," because these will indicate that the appliance is fitted with fans. There are some conventional ovens that have different symbols, or may not even have the fan icon.
If you're seeking a reliable, easy-to-use oven for your kitchen, look into one single oven fan from Lamona. The model comes with a huge capacity that will comfortably fit the most loved dishes of your family and won't take up too much space in a tight kitchen. This model is equipped with a range of features that make cooking easier including the minute minder, LED display and a timer.