Kenmore 318205869A manual Before Setting Oven Controls, Oven Vent Location, Arranging Oven Racks

Before Setting Oven Controls

This range has a fan that will turn “ON” and “OFF” by itself to keep the electronics cool. It may continue to run after the range has been turned “OFF” but may also stop immediately to turn “ON” after a while.

Oven Vent Location

The oven vent is located in the center rear on the cooktop. When the oven is on, warm air passes through the vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. DO NOT BLOCK OVEN VENT.

Never close off the openings with aluminum foil or any other material.

Removing and Replacing Oven Racks

To remove, pull the rack forward until it stops. Lift up front of rack and slide out. To replace, fit the rack onto the guides on the oven walls. Tilt the front of the rack upward and slide the rack back into place.

OVEN VENT

Arranging Oven Racks

Always arrange oven racks when the oven is cool (Prior to operating the oven). Always use oven mitts when the oven is hot.

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positions

RECOMMENDED RACK POSITIONS FOR

BROILING, BAKING & ROASTING

Food	Rack position
Broiling meats, chicken or fish	3 or 4
Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits & muffins
1 rack	2 or 3
Multiple racks	2 & 4
Frozen pies, angel food cake, yeast, bread,	1 or 2
casseroles, small cuts of meat or poultry
Turkey, roast or ham	1
Note: Always use caution when removing food.

Air Circulation in the Oven

For best air circulation and baking results allow 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) around the cookware for proper air circulation and be sure pans and cookware do not touch each other, the oven door, sides or back of the oven cavity. The hot air must circulate around the pans and cookware for even heating.

1 Oven Rack

Multiple Oven Racks

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