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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 o, until the
components have cooled down.
Oven Vent Location
The oven is vented through the upper control panel trim. 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. Steam or moisture may appear
near the oven vent. This is normal
Arranging Oven Racks
other part of the oven with aluminum foil. Doing so will alter heat distribution, produce
poor baking results, and may cause permanent damage to the oven interior. During
self clean temperatures, the oven will be hot enough to melt foil. Only use aluminum
Always use pot holders or oven mitts when using the oven. When
cooking, the oven interior and exterior, as well as the oven racks, will become very
hot which can cause burns.
To remove an oven rack
and slide out.
To replace an oven rack
front of the rack upward and slide the rack back into place.
Oven Vent and Racks
Air Circulation in the Oven
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.
Oven Ignition
Do not attempt to light the oven burners during a power failure. The oven burner valves will not open
turn the Temperature Control knob to OFF. When power resumes, turn the Temperature Control knob back to the
desired temperature.
with the thermostat and will glow whenever the burner is on.