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First use
Conditioning the oven
Conditioning will burn off any manufacturing residues and ensure that you get the best results right
from the start.
1 Insert all of the racks. See 'Positioning the racks for instructions.
2 Turn on the ventilation hood above your range on high.
3 Heat the empty oven at 450 degrees F for:
30 minutes using BAKE
15 minutes using BROIL (Main oven only).
See sections 'Using your oven for baking and roasting' and 'Using your oven for broiling' for instruc-
tions. There will be a distinctive smell while you are conditioning the oven. This is normal. Make
sure the kitchen is well ventilated during the conditioning.
4 Once cooled, wipe the oven interior with a damp cloth and mild detergent, and dry thoroughly.
Seasoning the griddle
1 Clean the griddle thoroughly with hot, soapy water to remove any protective coating.
2 Rinse with a mixture of 1 cup water and ¼ cup white vinegar, then dry thoroughly.
3 Pour 1 tsp vegetable (but not corn) oil into the center of the griddle, then rub it over its entire
surface, using a soft, heavy cloth.
4 Turn the griddle knob counterclockwise to 350oF.
5 When the oil begins to smoke, turn the knob clockwise to OFF and allow the griddle to cool.
6 Repeat steps 3 to 5.
7 Wipe the entire surface of the griddle using a soft, heavy cloth.
8 Apply a very thin layer of vegetable (but not corn) oil.
9 Check the grease drip-pan and clean if necessary. Discard any liquid or soiling that may have
collected in the grease drip-pan during the conditioning.
The griddle is now ready to use.
For best results, re-season the griddle after long periods of non-use.
Note: the griddle will darken with use. This is normal.
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Positioning the racks
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Rack ladder positions are numbered from the bottom.
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Position the racks you will need before turning the oven on.
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For advice on which rack position to use, see sections 'Oven modes' and 'Oven
cooking guidelines'.
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Two racks and four ladder positions are provided for each oven.
COMPANION OVEN
(48" models only)
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Companion
Oven Wire Rack
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Companion oven racks pictured above
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These racks use slides with stops to keep
them from sliding out of the oven when
pulled out toward you.
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The slides prevent the racks from hitting
against the back of the oven.
Oven use
MAIN OVEN
Main oven shelves pictured above
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The wire racks and slides are built togeth-
er as one unit.
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When positioned correctly, the slides will
prevent the wire racks from tilting when
pulled out toward
you.
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Beware: these racks are heavy.
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Main Oven
Wire Rack
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