Here are all the things you're probably doing wrong when using your air fryer, and why you should stop Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters An air fryer specialist has warned users about the common mistakes they’re probably making while using the appliance, but should stop before it causes any damage. Air fryers have taken the UK by storm over the past few years, becoming the most in-demand kitchen gadget you could buy. Not only has it become a staple in kitchens around the country, but it’s also helped a number of people save on their energy bills and serve healthy versions of their favourite dishes.

It's important you keep them in tip-top shape, but many people are probably making mistakes they don’t realise are making, according to the Mirror. Joshua Warren, an air fryer specialist at AO.com , shared the most common mistakes people make with air fryers, as well as some sage advice on how to avoid them.

The expert pointed out that a common mistake people fall victim to is putting way too much food in the air fryer at one time. When doing so you risk the food not being cooked properly, forcing you to cook the grub for longer than expected. Although you’ll need a bit of oil for certain dishes to help enhance flavours, using too much can actually ruin the food.

By dousing food in too muc.