Best practices:
- Follow your manufacturer’s basket capacity recommendations.
- Shake or rotate food halfway through cooking to avoid blockages.
- Cook in smaller batches if needed.
Overcrowding is the number one user mistake that leads to air fryer malfunction and overheating.
3. Place Your Air Fryer on a Flat, Heat-Resistant Surface
Why: Air fryers release hot air from vents. If placed too close to flammable objects—like curtains, dish towels, wood cabinets, or wallpaper—they can easily ignite surrounding materials.
Where to place it:
- On a flat, level countertop (stone or ceramic preferred).
- At least 5 inches away from walls or cabinets.
- Never under overhead cupboards or shelves.
WarwickshireFire & Rescue warns that air fryers should “never be used in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas.”
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