The Benefits of a Single Oven Fan
Your oven will indicate typically by an indicator light on the control panel, when it has reached its set temperature. It may take some time for the oven to cool.
Fan ovens are widely favoured because of their flexibility. They provide even heat distribution, faster cooking times and a host of other benefits.
Even heat distribution
An oven can be used to cook many different dishes, from a Sunday roast sandwich to the perfect grilled cheese sandwich. Understanding your oven's settings and the type of cooking that you use can affect the quality of your final dishes.
The first thing to know is whether your oven has fans or not. This can be accomplished by listening to the sound - the fan that is in use will emit an unmistakable whirr sound when it is activated. You can also look on the exterior of your stove for the symbol that indicates the capability of a fan. It's typically tiny fan that is enclosed in a square with no lines or a smaller fan enclosed by a circle.
A range with a fan may also include additional symbols that indicate other features, like an infant lock or pyrolytic system. Pyrolytic cleaning is a fast and simple way to clean your oven. It uses high temperatures that turn the residue into an ash that makes it easier to clean. This is an excellent feature for busy restaurants. Many major oven brands call this feature activeClean for instance.
There is also the option of 'fan with bottom heat', which is ideal to create crispy bases for pizzas and pastries. This setting blends an even heat distribution from a fan, and a concentrated heat from the base of the oven, allowing it to cook your food quickly and evenly.
A timer can be set to make the oven stop cooking at a particular date and time. This feature is beneficial if you are cooking multiple meals at the same time and need to make sure they all finish at exactly the same time.
Finally, some ovens have a function called 'fanned grill which is perfect for cooking poultry and meat. It combines the quick heat dispersion of a fan with the concentrated heat of an oven's bottom element, so your food will cook quicker and more evenly.
Faster cooking
Food tends to cook faster when hot air is blown directly over the food, as opposed to just surrounding it. This is due to the fact that moving air accelerates the natural process of heat transference that occurs when temperatures of different degrees converge. It's similar to the wind chill effect you could experience on a windy winter day - you feel colder faster than you would on a normal day of similar temperature.
A fan oven can cut cooking times by up to 25 percent compared to conventional ovens. It also can cut down on pre-heating time by as much as 50 percent (ideal for quick meals).
A fan inside the oven circulates heat more quickly and more evenly. The circulated air helps prevent hot and cold spots in the oven, and also on each tray. This results in consistently cooked meals. Fan ovens are therefore often used for tasks such as baking where consistency is essential in regards to cooking temperatures and timings.
While the fast cooking capabilities of an oven fan are advantageous, it's important to remember that they might require more time to reach the same results as conventional ovens when used for the same recipes. It is therefore recommended to follow the cooking temperatures and times suggested by your recipe.
Single oven models provide the ideal solution for those looking for a range that can handle an array of cooking tasks. If you're looking to take advantage of the versatility of multi-function models then you may be interested in a dual oven.
Our top-rated Lamona built-under double fan oven is a great option for homes with a large family or landlords who want to kit out flatshare kitchens. It is easy to open and load and is able to be placed in tight spaces. It comes with grill and fan oven and has plenty of space to bake, roast and much more. built under single oven has a sleek stainless-steel finish and is fully programable to help you bring your meal to the table quicker.
Reduced energy consumption
The fan in your oven helps to circulate hot air around your food, which means it cooks more evenly and often faster than a conventional oven. You can cook at lower temperatures but still achieve the same results. This helps reduce energy use. In normal usage, the oven consumes between 2,000 to 3,500 watts. Of course, this can vary significantly depending on how you cook your food in the oven. The energy consumption of your oven may be affected by the size, the length of time you cook for and the type of heating you employ.
However, if you use your oven regularly, the fan will help to decrease your energy use. This is particularly true if you cook at a lower temperature and over a longer time.
A single oven equipped with fans can cut down on the energy use by up to 40% when compared to an electric oven without a fan. The fan lets you to cook at a lower temperature and for a shorter amount of time. This will help you reduce your electricity bills and make a positive impact on the environment.
Modern kitchen appliances are designed to provide maximum energy efficiency. A single oven fan can reduce energy use and maintain a constant temperature in your oven. However, even if you have an efficient oven, the use of the fan can further decrease your energy use.
For instance, a standard electric oven typically uses between 2500 and 3500 watts electricity when operating. However, a fan oven could reduce this amount to less than half that amount. This is because the fan only consumes about 400 watts electricity, whereas the elements on the surface of an electric range can use up to 6 kilowatts.
The present power-sharing method permits the appliance to reduce peak consumption by selectively coupling oven elements to either neutral line N or L2 via the demand response switch (relay 200, in this case but it could also be an electromechanical power switching device). This is achieved by controlling relay contacts 210 based on a utility signal.
Convenience
If you're cooking several dishes in a conventional oven the heat will decrease as it rises up from the lower shelves. The dishes at the top of the oven will cook faster than those that are at the bottom. In a single-fan oven, this is not a problem because the hot air circulates throughout the entire cavity. This means that all dishes are cooked at the same time and equally.
The circulation of hot air increases the speed of cooking and eliminates hot and cold spots. This means food can be cooked more quickly than in a conventional oven which will save you precious time in the kitchen.
A fan assisted oven may also be used at lower temperatures, allowing you to cook meals at a lower cost. This is because the fan is powered via an electrical switch that activates when the oven temperature is at a predetermined level. This means that after the temperature is at a certain point the fan will turn off automatically.
Alternatively, you can select the fan and only setting which gives you the benefits of an electric oven, with the fan function, as well as being equipped to grill over. This is perfect for grilling pizzas and open faced sandwiches, since the base can be cooked with the fan and the top can be directly radiating. The result is a perfect mix between crispiness and softerness.
It is not necessary to turn on your oven to determine if it is equipped with a fan. Most models have an easy symbol that signifies this. You can identify a fan by looking for a fan with three prongs or an icon with the word "fan". Some conventional ovens have different symbols, or may not even have the fan icon.
If single fan oven looking for a reliable and easy-to-use oven for your kitchen, consider a single oven fan from Lamona. This model has a massive capacity that can comfortably accommodate 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 will make cooking more enjoyable, such as the minute minder, LED display and a timer.