Oven Vent And Racks; Air Circulation In The Oven - Kenmore Elite 318205329A Use & Care Manual

Oven Vent and Racks

Upper Oven
Vent Location
Lower Oven
Vent Location
Types of Oven Racks
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when
adjusting the oven racks. Wai until the oven has completely
cooled if possible. Oven racks may HOT and cause burns.
Your appliance may be equipped with one or more of the
oven rack types shown; Flat Handle Oven Rack and Offset
Oven Rack (some models). To maximize cooking space the
offset rack can be used in the lowet rack position to roast
large cuts of meat and poultry.

Air Circulation in the Oven

If using 1 rack, place in center of oven. If using multiple racks, stagger cookware
as shown.
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.
Some models are equipped with a blower which runs in baking and
self-cleaning mode to keep all internal components at a cool temperature. The blower
may keep running even if the oven has been turned off, until the components have cooled
down. On 30" double wall ovens, the blower in both ovens will start when using one of
the ovens in self-clean mode.
Oven Vent Location
Each oven is vented at its upper front frame. When the oven is on, warm air is released
through the vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good
baking results.
Arranging 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.
Flat Handle Oven Rack
6
Offset Oven Rack
(some models)
1 Oven Rack
Multiple Oven Racks