Typically, there has been a debate on where to place appliances in the kitchen, such as whether to keep the toaster oven in the cabinet or on the countertop…
Although this does not affect the functionality of the appliance, an expert has warned that in the long run, the placement of a common cooking appliance in the kitchen could cost you more money. One of the typical appliances to mention is the air fryer.
Currently, more and more people are switching to using air fryers. They are ideal for cooking, helping busy homemakers save time for cooking. However, the location of the appliance in the kitchen can affect the operating costs of the device.
Nicholas Auckland from Trade Radiators explained that placing the air fryer in the wrong position in the kitchen can significantly increase cooking time, leading to the use of more electricity, making this convenient device much less efficient.
Speaking to The Sun, this expert said: “You should place the air fryer on a heat-resistant countertop, at least 13cm away from the wall and other appliances/objects.”
“This is because the air fryer can reach temperatures of 200 degrees Celsius inside, so it emits a lot of heat and needs to be kept away from heat-sensitive materials to avoid burning” – added Nicholas Auckland.
However, the placement of the air fryer is not the only factor that can affect the operating costs of this convenient convection cooking device that most modern households have.
This expert also added: “Other factors also play a crucial role in how efficiently your air fryer operates. For example, it is important to keep it clean, not overcrowd it with food, and make sure you have properly cleaned the baskets and racks.”
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