How To Position Racks and Pans

The rack(s) should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Always leave at least 1Yzto 2 inches (4-5 cm) between the sides of the pan and the oven walls and other pans.

For proper cooklng, follow these guldelines for specific foods:

Angel and bundt cake pans, yeast breads, frozen pies, large roasts and turkeys- place rack on lowest level

Casseroles, muffins, most quick breads and meats - place rack on second level from bottom

Cookies, biscuits, cakes and non-frozen pies - place rack on second or thir level from bottom

When baking on two racks, arrange racks on bottom and third level from bottom.

Fire and Personal Injury Hazard

Always posltlon oven racks In deslred location before turnlng oven on. Be sure the racks are level.

If racks must be moved while oven is hot, use potholders or oven mitts to protect hands.

Do not let potholders or oven mitts contact hot heating elements.

Always use a dry potholder or oven mitt to change racks or handle utensils In the oven. Do not use a damp potholder or oven mltt. Steam burns could result.

Fallure to follow the above precautions may result In fire or personal InJury.