How To Position Racks and Pans
The rack(s) should be placed
so the top of the food will be centered
in the
oven. Always
leave at least IM to 2 inches (4-5 cm) between
the sides of the
pan and the oven walls and other pans.
For proper
cooking,
follow these guidelines
for specific
foods:
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Angel and bundt cake pans, yeast breads, frozen pies, large roasts and
turkeys - place
rack on lowest level
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Casseroles,
muffins, most quick
breads
and meats - place
rack on second
level from bottom
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Cookies,
biscuits, cakes and non-frozen
pies - place
rack on second
or third
level from bottom
When baking
on two racks, arrange
racks on bottom and third level from
bottom.
Fire and Personal
injury Hazard
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Always
position
oven racks
in desired
location
before
turning
oven on.
Be sure the racks are level.
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if racks
must be moved
while oven is hot, use potholders
or oven mitts
to protect
hands.
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Do not let potholders
or oven mitts contact
hot heating
elements.
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Always
use a dry potholder
or oven mitt to change
racks or handle
utensils
in the oven. Do not use a damp
potholder
or oven mitt. Steam
burns could
result.
Failure to follow the above
precautions
may result in fire or personal
injury.