Kenmore 9961 Use and Care Guide - Page 12

Before Setting the Oven Controls Oven Vent(s) and Racks Oven Vent Locations Each oven has its own vent located on the top, near each side and towards the back of the cooktop. When an oven is on, warm air is released through the vent; this ventilation is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. Oven Vent Locations Arranging Oven Racks The smaller oven has one oven rack and the larger oven has three 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, 1 Oven Rack E Main Oven Side Oven 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. Multiple Oven Racks 12