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BEFORE SETTING OVEN CONTROLS
Oven Vent Location
The oven is vented at the center trim. When the oven is on, warm air is released through the vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results.
Arranging Oven Racks
Always arrange oven racks when THE oven is cool (Prior to operating the oven). Always use oven mitts when using the oven.
To remove an oven rack, pull the rack forward until it stops. Lift up front of rack and slide out.
To replace an oven rack, fit the rack onto the guides on the oven walls. Tilt the front of the rack upward and slide the rack back into place.
CAUTION
Some models are equipped with a blower which runs in baking and
Air Circulation in the Oven
If using 1 rack, place in center of oven. If using multiple racks, stagger cookware as shown.
For best air circulation and baking results allow
Single Oven Rack
Multiple Oven Racks
Recommended Rack Position
Food | Rack Position |
|
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Broiling meats, chicken or fish | 3 or 4 |
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Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits & muffins |
|
Using a single rack | 2 or 3 |
Using two racks | 2 and 4 |
Frozen pies, angel food cake, yeast,
bread, 1 or 2 casseroles, small cuts of 1 or 2 meat or poultry
Turkey, roast or ham | 1 |
4
3
2
1 |
Rack |
positions |
NOTE
Always use caution when removing food from the oven.
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