Typically your oven will inform you by illuminating the control panel when it reaches its set temperature. It may take a while 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

From a Sunday roast to the perfect grilled cheese sandwich, an oven can be used to cook a wide range of culinary delights. Understanding your oven's settings and the type of cooking you use can affect the quality of your final dishes.

You'll first want to identify whether your oven is equipped with a blower. Listening is a good way to determine if your oven is equipped with a fan. A single fan will produce a distinct whirring noise when it's activated. You can also look on the outside of your stove for a symbol that indicates fan capability. This is usually a fan inside the shape of a square, without lines or a fan enclosed by the shape of a circle.

A range with a fan will also have additional symbols that indicate other features, such as an infant lock or pyrolytic system. Pyrolytic cleaning uses high temperatures to destroy the residue, making it simple to wipe clean. It's an excellent option for busy eateries, and many big oven brands have their own names for this feature, such as Siemens' activeClean.

There's also the option of 'fan with bottom heat' that is perfect to create crispy bases for pizzas and pastries. This setting combines evenly distributed heat through a fan with a concentrated heat from the bottom of the oven to cook your dishes quickly and evenly.

A timer can be programmed so that the oven will turn off at a specific date and time. This is handy if you're cooking multiple meals at the same time and want to ensure that they all finish simultaneously.

Some ovens also come with a 'fanned-grill' function that is perfect for cooking meats or poultry. It combines the fast heat dispersion of a fan with the concentrated heat of the oven's bottom element, which means your food will cook quicker 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. This is due to the fact that moving air speeds up the natural process of heat transference which occurs when temperatures of different degrees converge. It's similar to the wind chill effect that you might feel during a cold winter day. You'll be colder and more quickly.

A fan oven can cut cooking times by up to 25 percent compared to conventional ovens. Additionally, it can reduce the time needed to pre-heat by as much as 50 percent (ideal for quick suppers).

The use of the fan to circulate heat within the oven also makes for faster and more even cooking. This is because the circulating air is able to prevent hot or cold spots in the oven and across the various tray, which results in meals that are cooked in a consistent manner. For this reason, fan ovens are commonly used for baking tasks where consistency in cooking times and temperatures is essential.

While the quick cooking capabilities of one oven fan can be beneficial however, it's important to keep in mind that they could require more time to reach the same result as conventional ovens when used for the same recipes. For this reason, it's advised to adhere to the time and temperature recommendations by the recipe.

Single oven fan models are ideal when you're looking for a range which can handle a variety of cooking tasks. If, however, you prefer the flexibility of multi-functional models, then you may think about a double oven.

Our top-rated Lamona built-under double fan oven is a great choice for family homes or landlords looking to build out kitchens for flatshare. It's easy to open and load into, and it can be fitted into narrow spaces. It has grill and fan oven and has plenty of space for baking, roasting and much more. It's available in a sleek stainless steel finish and is capable of being programmed to get dinner on the table faster.

Reduced energy consumption

The fan in your oven assists to circulate hot air around your food items, so it cooks more efficiently and more frequently than a conventional oven. You can cook at a lower temperature and still get the same results. This can reduce energy consumption. During normal use, an average oven consumes between 2,000 and 3,500 power. Of course, this could differ greatly based on how and what you cook in the oven. The energy consumption of your oven could also be affected by the size, the time you cook and the type of heating system you use.

If you cook in your oven frequently, the fan can help lower your energy usage. This is especially true if you cook at a lower temperature or over a longer time.

A single oven equipped with a fan can reduce the energy use by up to 40% compared to an electric oven without a fan. The fan lets cooking at a lower heat and for a shorter amount of time. This will lower your electric bill and also have a positive effect on the environment.

Modern cooking appliances are designed to provide maximum energy efficiency. A single oven fan can reduce energy use and maintain an even temperature in your oven. Even if you have an efficient oven, the use of a fan will further reduce the energy consumption of your home.

For example, a standard electric oven usually consumes between 2,500 and 3,500 watts of electricity when it is in operation. A fan oven could cut the amount by half. This is because the fan only consumes about 400 watts electricity, while the surface elements in an electric range could use up to 6 kilowatts.

The power-sharing technique currently in use allows the appliance to cut down on the amount of energy consumed by coupling oven components to neutral line N or L2 through the demand response switch (relay 200 in this instance, but it could be a different electromechanical power switching device). This is accomplished by controlling the switching of the relay contacts 210 as a function of a utility state signal.

Convenience

As the heat rises from lower shelves, it will drop when you cook several dishes. This causes dishes placed higher in the oven to cook faster than those on the lower shelves. In a single-fan oven, this is not a problem because the hot air circulates through the entire cavity. This means that all food items are cooked simultaneously and evenly.


In single oven electric built in Links to an external site. to even heat distribution, the circulation of hot air increases the speed of cooking by removing cold and hot spots in the oven. This means food can be cooked faster than in a conventional oven and will save you valuable cooking time.

A fan assisted oven may also be used at lower temperatures, which allows you to cook your meals at a lower price. This is because the fan is powered by a thermal switch that only is activated when the oven's temperature reaches a certain level. This means that when the temperature has dropped the fan will turn off automatically.

You can also choose the fan only option. This will provide you with the fan function of an electric oven but with the added benefit of a grill the top. This is ideal for making pizzas or open-faced sandwiches as it allows the base of the dish to be cooked by fan and the top with directly radiating heat, providing a perfect combination of both crispiness and softness.

It is not necessary to switch on your oven to see if it has a fan. Most models have an easy symbol that signifies this. You can tell if a fan is present by looking for a three-pronged fan or an icon that says "fan". Some conventional ovens 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. This model is large enough to accommodate all of your family's favorite dishes without taking up a lot of space in a small kitchen. This model is equipped with a range of features that will make cooking more enjoyable like an LED display, and a timer.