Storage drawer under the oven becomes extremely hot during baking.

Safety first: Use oven mitts when accessing the storage drawer during or after baking.

Steps:

• Check oven bottom: Ensure the metal bottom panel inside the oven is properly installed and not missing. This panel shields direct heat from the burner or element.
• Inspect gasket: Replace a worn or torn door gasket to reduce heat leakage.
• Vent clearance: Make sure rear and top vents are not blocked by items on the cooktop or behind the range.