How To Position Racks and Pans
The racks should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven.
Always leave at least IYz to 2 inches (4-5 cm) between the sides of the pan and
the oven walls and other pans.
For proper cooking, follow these guldellnes for specific foods:
l Angel and bundt cake pans, yeast breads, frozen pies, large roasts and
turkeys - place rack on lowest level
l Casseroles, muffins, most quick breads and meats - place rack on second
level from bottom
l 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 posltion oven racks in desired location before furnlng 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 heatlng elements.
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Always use a dry potholder or oven mltl to change racks or handle
utensils in the oven. Do not use a damp potholder or oven mltt. Steam
burns could result.
Failure to follow the above precautions may result in fire or personal
Injury.
