Split Oven Rack (On Some Models); Baking And Roasting - Whirlpool AQUALIFT Features Manual

If your model has a Max Capacity Oven Rack, the recessed ends
must be placed in the rack position above the desired position of
the food. See the following illustration.
A. Ends of rack in position 3
B. Food in position 2
IMPORTANT: These rack positions are for flat racks. If a Max
Capacity Oven Rack is used, the rack position must be adjusted
as shown in the previous figure.
Multiple Rack Cooking
2-rack: Use rack positions 2 and 5 for regular baking.
2-rack (convection only): Use rack positions 2 and 5; or 3 and 6.
3-rack (true convection only): Use rack positions 1, 4 and 7; or 2, 4
and 6.
Bakeware
To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2" (5
cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Make sure that no
bakeware piece is directly over another.

Split Oven Rack (on some models)

Split-Rack with Removable Insert
The split-rack with removable insert is a space maximizer. When
the two are attached, they make a full rack. The insert can also be
removed to provide room for large items such as a turkey and
casseroles. Do not place more than 25 lbs (11.3 kg) on the split-
rack.
The insert can also be used on the counter as a cooling rack.
A. Split-rack
B. Removable insert
If you would like to purchase a split-oven rack, one may be
ordered. See the Quick Start Guide for ordering information.
To Use Racks:
1. Place a full rack in the lower section of the oven and position
the split-rack above it.
2. Place large items on the right side of the full rack.
3. Place deeper, covered dishes on the left side of the full rack.
4. Place shallow dishes on the split-rack.
5. When finished cooking, slowly remove items.
A. Place shallow dishes on the split-rack
B. Large item placed on the right side of full-rack

Baking and Roasting

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ACCUBAKE Temperature Management System
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 or
burners cycle on and off in intervals. On convection range models,
the fan will run while preheating and may be cycled on and off for
short intervals during Bake to provide the best results. This
feature is automatically activated when the oven is in use.
Before baking and roasting, position racks according to
"Positioning Racks and Bakeware" section. When roasting, it is
not necessary to wait for the oven preheat cycle to end before
putting food in unless it is recommended in the recipe.
Preheating
When START is pressed, the oven will begin preheating. Once
100ºF (38ºC) is reached, the display temperature will increase as
the actual temperature of the oven increases. When the preheat
temperature is reached, a tone will sound, and the selected
temperature will appear on the display. The time necessary to
preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) is approximately 10 to 15
minutes, depending on the model. Factors that have an impact on
preheat times are: room temperature, starting oven temperature,
and the number of oven racks. Unused oven racks can be
removed prior to preheating your oven to reduce preheat time.
Rapid Preheat
Rapid Preheat can be used to shorten the preheating time. Only
one standard flat oven rack should be in the oven during Rapid
Preheat. Extra racks should be removed prior to starting Rapid
Preheat. Press RAPID PREHEAT and follow the oven control
prompts, or, if preheating has already started, simply press RAPID
PREHEAT. The preheating cycle should be completed before
placing food in the oven and should be used only for one-rack
baking. When the Rapid Preheat cycle is complete, the oven
starts a normal Bake cycle.
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