Whirlpool RF314PXY Positioning racks and pans, Home canning information, Personal Injury Hazard

Home canning information

. Use flat-bottomed canners for best results. Some canners have ridged bottoms (porcelain enamel-ware) and are not recommended. They do not make good contact with the surface unit and cause severe overheating which damages the cooktop.

l For best results, use the largest surface unit. Also, use a canner which can be centered over the surface unit. Large diameter canners, if not properly centered, trap heat and can cause damage to the cooktop.

lDo not place canner on two surface units at the same time. Excessive heat build-up will damage the mktop.

l Start with hot water. This reduces the time the control is set on high. Reduce heat setting to bwest position needed to keep water boiling.

lTo prolong the life of the elements:

-Prepare small batches at a time.

-Do not use elements for canning all day.

Positioning racks and pans

For baking/roasting with one rack, the rack should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Always leave at least 1l/z to 2 inches (4-5 cm) between the sides of the pan and the oven walls and other pans.

For proper cooklng, follow these guldellnes for speclfk foods:

l Angel and bundt cakes, yeast breads, frozen pies, large roasts and turkeys-place rack on bwest level.

l Casseroles, muffins, most quick breads and meats-placerack on second or third level from bottom.

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

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

NOTE: For recommended rack placement when broiling, see a reliable cookbook.

Personal Injury Hazard

l Always position oven rack(s) in desired location before turning oven on. Be sure the rack(s) is level.

l lf rack(s) must be moved while oven is hot, use potholders or oven mitts to protect hands.

Failure to follow the above precautions may result in personal injury.