Kenmore 4045 Use and Care Guide - Page 6

Oven Vent and Racks Oven Vent Location Some models are equipped with a blower which runs in baking and self=cleaning mode to keep all internal components at a cool temperature. The blower may keep running even ifthe oven has been turned off, until the components have cooled down. j ......... Oven Vent Location The oven is vented through the upper 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. Rack positions RECOMMENDED RACK POSITIONS FOR BROILING & BAKING Food Rack position Broiling meats, chicken or fish 3 or 4 Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits & muffins 1 rack Multiple racks 2 or 3 2& 4 Frozen pies, angel food cake, yeast, bread, casseroles, small cuts of meat or poultry 1 or 2 Turkey, roast or ham 1 Note: Always use caution when removing food. 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 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. 1 Oven Rack Multiple Oven Racks