Kenmore 4500 Use and Care Guide - Page 13

Before Setting Oven Controls _This range has a fan that willturn "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 and then turn "ON" after a while. Cooktop and Oven Vent Location The cooktop and the oven are vented through its upper front frame. When the cooktop of the oven is on, hot air is released through the vents. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation and good baking results. Oven vent 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 ALWAYS ARRANGE OVEN RACKS WHEN THE OVEN IS COOL (PRIOR TO OPERATING THE OVEN). Always use oven mitts when the oven is hot. RECOMMENDED RACK POSITIONS FOR BROILING, BAKING & ROASTING @ Food Rack position Broiling meats, chicken or fish 3 or 4 Cookies, cakes, pies, biscuits &muffins Using 1 rack Using multiple racks 2 or 3 2 and 4 Figure 1 Rack positions Frozen pies, angel food cake, yeast, bread, casseroles, small cuts of meat or poultry Turkey, roast or ham Note: Always use caution when removing food. 1 or 2 1 _..ii.i.l........ ...ii.i...... Air Circulation in the Oven 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 13