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Arranging the 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.
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.
Arranging Oven Racks
To bake on a single rack, place the
rack in position 3 or 4. To bake on 2
racks, place the racks in positions 2
and 4. To bake on 3 racks, place the
racks in positions 1, 3 and 5. Use the
6th rack position (Roasting Shelf) for
roasting large food items only.
Oven Vent Location
The oven vent is located below the
backguard. When the oven is on, hot
air is released through the vents. This
venting is necessary for proper air
circulation in the oven and good baking
results.
Before Setting Oven Controls
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 2-4" (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 in the oven for even heat to
reach around the food.
Air Circulation in the Oven
1 Oven Rack
Multiple Oven Racks