Meat Thermometer; Oven Vent; Baking And Roasting; Broil Maxi/Econo - Whirlpool GSC309 Use And Care Manual

Meat Thermometer

On models without a temperature probe, use a meat
thermometer to determine whether meat, poultry and fish, are
cooked to the desired degree of doneness. The internal
temperature, not appearance, should be used to determine
doneness. A meat thermometer is not supplied with this
appliance. Follow manufacturer's directions for using a meat
thermometer.

Oven Vent

A
B
C
A. Upper oven
B. Oven vent
C. Lower oven
The oven vent should not be blocked or covered since it allows
the release of hot air and moisture from the oven. Blocking or
covering vents will cause poor air circulation, affecting cooking
and cleaning results. Do not set plastics, paper or other items
that could melt or burn near the oven vent.

Baking and Roasting

A
B
A. Broil elements
B. Bake element (hidden in floor panel)
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ACCUBAKE Temperature Management System
(on some models)
The ACCUBAKE ® system electronically regulates the oven heat
levels during preheat and bake to maintain a precise temperature
range for optimal cooking results. The bake and broil elements
cycle on and off in intervals. This feature is automatically
activated when the oven is in use.
The bake element is hidden under the floor of the oven,
separated from spills and drips
If the lower oven door is opened during baking or roasting, the
broil elements will turn off immediately and the bake element will
turn off in 2 minutes. They will come back on once the door is
closed.
To Bake or Roast:
Before baking and roasting, position the racks according to the
"Positioning Racks and Bakeware" section. When roasting, it is
not necessary to wait for the oven to preheat before putting food
in, unless recommended in the recipe.
1. Press BAKE.
Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than
350°F (177°C). The bake range can be set between 170°F
and 500°F (77°C and 260°C).
2. Press START.
"Lo°" will appear on the lower oven display if the actual oven
temperature is under 170°F (77°C).
When the actual oven temperature reaches 170°F (77°C), the
lower oven display will show the temperature increasing in 5°
increments.
When the set temperature is reached, if enabled, one tone will
sound.
3. Press LOWER OVEN OFF/CANCEL when finished cooking.

Broil Maxi/Econo

A
A. Broil maxi
Broiling uses direct radiant heat from the broil element(s) to cook
food. During maxi broiling, both the inner and outer broil
elements heat. During econo broiling, only the inner broil element
heats. The element(s) cycle on and off in intervals to maintain the
oven temperature.
If the lower oven door is opened during broiling, the broil
element(s) will turn off immediately and come back on once the
door is closed.
For best results, use a broiler pan and grid. They are
designed to drain juices and help avoid spatter and smoke.
If you would like to purchase a broiler pan one may be
ordered. See "Assistance or Service" section to order. Ask for
Part Number 4396923.
For proper draining, do not cover the grid with foil. The
bottom of the pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier
cleaning.
Trim excess fat to reduce spattering. Slit the remaining fat on
the edges to avoid curling.
Pull out oven rack to stop position before turning or removing
food. Use tongs to turn food to avoid the loss of juices. Very
thin cuts of fish, poultry or meat may not need to be turned.
After broiling, remove the pan from the oven when removing
the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated
oven, making cleaning more difficult.
To Broil:
Before broiling, position rack according to the Broiling Chart.
When broiling, changing the temperature allows more precise
control. The lower the temperature, the slower the cooking.
Thicker cuts and unevenly shaped pieces of meat, fish and
poultry may cook better at lower broiling temperatures.
B
B. Broil econo
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