The Benefits of a Single Oven Fan
Your oven will indicate the user, usually with a light on the control panel, when it is at its set temperature. It may take some time for your oven to cool down.
Fans are popular because of their versatility. They offer even heat distribution, speedier cooking times and a host of other benefits.
Even heat distribution
An oven can be used to make many different dishes such as a Sunday roast sandwich to the perfect grilled-cheese sandwich. Understanding your oven's settings and the type of cooking you perform can impact the quality of your final dishes.
First, you'll need to determine whether your oven is equipped with an air-conditioner. This can be determined by ear - a single fan will emit a distinct whirring sound when it is activated. You can also check the outside of your stove to find the symbol that indicates the capacity of the fan. It's usually tiny fan that is enclosed in a rectangular shape with no lines or a smaller fan enclosed by an arc.
A fan-equipped oven will usually have additional symbols to identify other features, such as an pyrolytic cleaning system, or child lock. built in single gas oven utilizes high temperatures to burn away dirt, making it easier to wipe clean. It's a great choice for restaurants that are busy and a lot of big oven manufacturers have their own name for this feature, such as Siemens' activeClean.
There is also a setting called "fan with bottom heating", which is perfect to create crisp pizza bases and pastries. This setting combines the uniform distribution of heat from the fan with the concentrated heat from the oven's base, so your dishes will cook quickly and evenly.
A timer can be programmed to make the oven stop cooking at a particular date and time. This feature is useful when you cook multiple meals at once and want to ensure that they finish at precisely the same time.
Finally, some ovens have an option called a 'fanned Grill which is perfect to cook poultry and meat. It combines the fast heat distribution of a fan the concentrated heat of the oven's bottom component, meaning that your food will cook faster and more evenly.
Faster cooking
When hot air is blowing directly onto food items, instead of just surrounding it, food items tend to cook faster. This is because air that is moving accelerates the natural process of heat transference which occurs when temperatures of different degrees converge. It's a bit like the wind chill you may experience on a blustery winter day. You are colder more quickly than you would on a calm day of the same temperature.
A fan oven can reduce the cooking time by up to 25% compared with conventional ovens. It also can cut down on pre-heating time by up to 50 percent (ideal for quick dinners).
The use of fans to circulate heat inside the oven also allows for quicker and more evenly cooked meals. The circulated air helps prevent hot and cold spots within the oven, as well as on each tray. This results in consistently cooked meals. For this reason, fan ovens are typically used for baking tasks where consistency in cooking times and temperatures is essential.
While the speedy cooking capabilities of a single oven fan can be beneficial however, it's important to keep in mind that they might require more time to reach the same outcome as conventional ovens when used for the same recipes. It is therefore advised to adhere to the cooking temperatures and times that are suggested by the recipe.
Single oven models provide the ideal solution for those seeking a range capable of handling many cooking tasks. If you're looking for the versatility of multi-function models then you may be interested in the dual oven.
Our top-rated Lamona built-under double fan oven is a fantastic option for homes with a large family or landlords who want to kit out flatshare kitchens. It is easy to load and open, and can be installed in narrow spaces. It comes with a grill as well as a fan-oven and plenty of room for baking, roasting and more. It's available in a stylish stainless steel finish, and is fully programmed to prepare your dinner faster.
Energy consumption is reduced
The fan in your traditional oven circulates hot air around the food to cook it more quickly and evenly. This means that you can cook at a lower temperature to achieve the same results when cooking which in turn reduces your energy consumption. During normal use an average oven will consume between 2,000 and 3,500 power. Of course, this could differ significantly based on the method you use you cook your food in the oven. The energy consumption of your oven could be affected by its size, the length of time you cook and the type of heating you employ.
However, if you utilize your oven regularly, the fan will help to reduce your overall energy consumption. This is especially true if you cook at a lower temperature and over a longer time.
A single electric oven that has a built-in fan can cut energy usage by up to 40%. This is because the fan allows you to cook at a lower temperature and for a shorter duration of time. This can lower the cost of electricity and positively impact the environment.
The majority of modern kitchen appliances are designed to be as energy efficient as they can be. A single oven fan can reduce energy use and maintain a constant temperature in your oven. Even the oven is efficient, the fan can help reduce energy consumption.
A typical electric oven is, for instance, using between 2,000 watts to 3,500 power when it is being used. However, a fan oven can reduce this amount to less than half of that. This is due to the fact that the fan consumes about 400 watts of electricity, while the elements that make up the surface of an electric range can use up to 6 kilowatts.
The power-sharing technique currently in use permits the appliance to reduce peak consumption by selectively coupling oven components to neutral line N or L2 through the demand response switch (relay 200 in this instance, however it could be another electromechanical power switching device). This is accomplished by controlling the switching of the relay contacts 210 in the event of the utility state signal.
Convenience
When you cook several dishes in a conventional oven the temperature will decrease when it is raised from the lower shelves. This causes food items placed higher in the oven to cook faster than those on the bottom. In a single fan oven this isn't an issue since the hot air circulates through the whole cavity, meaning all dishes are cooked evenly and at the same time.
In addition to ensuring even heat distribution and even heat distribution, the circulation of hot air increases the speed of cooking by removing hot and cold spots in the oven. This means food can be cooked more quickly than with a conventional oven and will save you valuable time in the kitchen.
A fan assisted oven can also be used at lower temperatures, which allows you to cook meals at a lower price. This is because the fan is powered by an electrical switch that is activated when the oven's temperature is at a predetermined level. This means that once the temperature has dropped the fan will switch off automatically.
You can also select the fan-only setting. This will give you the fan function of an electric oven, but with the added benefit of having the ability to grill on top. This is ideal for grilling pizzas and open-face sandwiches since the base can be cooked using the fan and the top can be directly radiating. The result is a perfect blend between a crisp and soft texture.
It is not necessary to switch on your oven in order to see if it has fans. Most models come with an easy symbol that signifies this. You can tell if a fan is present by looking for a fan with three prongs or an icon that reads "fan". Conventional ovens may have different symbols or even lack a fan icon completely.
If you're looking for a reliable and easy-to-use oven for your kitchen, look into one of the single oven fans from Lamona. The model comes with a huge capacity that can accommodate all your family's favourite dishes without taking up too many spaces in a cramped kitchen. This model comes with a variety of features that make cooking easier like an LED display, and a timer.