Zanussi Microwave Oven ZMD30STQ User Manual

USER MANUAL  
MICROWAVE OVEN  
ZMD30STQ  
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Contents  
Before using your microwave oven  
Technical data  
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Charts  
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– Recommendations for Cooking with Grill  
– Recommendations for Cooking with  
Microwave and Grill  
– Recommendations for Manual Defrost  
– Auto Cook Programmes Chart  
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Safety instructions  
– Utensil safety  
– Safety Instructions when Cooking with Grill  
– Testing suitability of  
– Food safety  
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Microwave Hints  
Care and cleaning  
– Cleaning the accessories (turntable and support) 27  
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– Oven utensils and accessories guide  
– Cleaning the interior  
– Cleaning the Grill  
– Cleaning the exterior  
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Getting Started  
– Unpacking  
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Installation  
– Building in  
– Electrical Connections  
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Guarantee Conditions  
Service and Spare Parts  
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How to operate your microwave oven  
– Name and function of parts  
– Turntable Installation  
– Control panel  
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– Setting the Clock  
– Child Safety Lock  
– To Stop the Oven  
– Turntable stop key  
– Kitchen Timer  
– Quick Start  
– Manual Defrosting  
– Microwave Power setting Guide  
– Microwave cooking  
– Cooking with Grill  
– Combination Cooking  
– Defrost  
– Two Stage Cooking  
– Auto Cook  
– ' Crunchie ' Function  
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Thank you for having chosen a Zanussi product. We are convinced that you will find your new microwave oven  
very useful and that it will be of great help to you. As with all new kitchen appliances, it will take some time to  
learn all the new functions and features, but with time, this oven will become indispensable to you.  
Before using your Microwave Oven  
Read through the instruction manual carefully. In order that you can get the best from your new Zanussi  
Microwave Oven, the following instructions have been prepared. Please make sure you read them carefully.  
It is important that this instruction book is retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance  
be sold or transferred to another owner, or if you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the  
book is supplied with the appliance or that the new owner can be acquainted with the functioning of the  
appliance and the relevant warnings.  
Please ensure you have read the whole instruction book before using the appliance and that you follow the  
recommendations given.  
Maff Rating  
Explanation of the heating category label for microwave ovens and small packs of food (up to 500g / 1 lb,  
typical of ready meals for 1 or 2 people) as agreed by MAFF (the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Food) in  
conjunction with food and Microwave Oven manufacturers.  
Always follow food manufacturers instructions when  
cooking ready meals.  
Power Rating in Watts.  
Heating Category.  
900W  
Always ensure that food is piping hot before serving.  
N.B. The higher the power output and heating  
category of the microwave oven, the less heating  
time is required.  
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Microwave Symbol  
Technical data  
Overall dimension  
Weight 30 kg  
Width 595 mm  
Depth 560 mm  
Height 458 mm  
Volume 30 Litre  
Power source 230V, 50 Hz  
Fuse 16A  
Cavity dimension  
Width 360 mm  
Depth 350 mm  
Height 235 mm  
Power consumption 3000W  
Power output 900W  
Grill 1550W  
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Safety Instructions  
The built-in safety interlock switches prevent the  
microwave oven from operating when the door is  
Utensil safety  
open.  
Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant  
glassware utensils are excellent for use in the  
Do not tamper with them, or attempt to operate  
the oven with the door open as open door  
operation can result in exposure to microwave  
energy.  
Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to  
accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See the  
Cleaning and Care section for cleaning  
instructions.  
Do not operate the oven if it is damaged until it  
has been repaired by qualified service personnel.  
It is particularly important that the oven door  
closes properly and that there is no damage to  
the: (1) door (warped), (2) hinges and latches  
(broken or insecure), (3) door seals and sealing  
surface.  
Under no circumstances should you attempt to  
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out  
by inexperienced persons may cause injury or  
serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service  
Force Centre.  
microwave oven. Although microwave energy will not  
heat most glass and ceramic items, these utensils  
can become hot as heat transfers from the food to  
the container. The use of oven gloves to remove  
dishes is recommended.  
Safety instructions when cooking with grill  
or combination modes.  
1. The glass viewing window may break if water is  
spilled on it during grilling or convection cooking.  
2. Be sure to use an oven glove when loading and  
unloading the oven. Containers get very hot in the  
oven, so be careful not to burn yourself. The turn-  
table and metal rack also get very hot so be sure to  
use an oven glove when handling them.  
3. Do not touch the inner or outer viewing window with  
metal components when loading or unloading the  
oven. The inside of the door and oven get very hot  
so take care when attending food in the oven.  
4. Do not put the turntable or containers in cold water  
or try to cool them quickly after use.  
Do not remove the outer case, door or control  
panel at any time. Doing so may cause exposure  
to extremely high voltage.  
Install or locate this oven only in accordance with  
“INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS” found in this  
manual.  
5. Do not place items on top of the cabinet. The top of  
the cabinet gets very hot, so anything placed on it  
may be damaged by the heat.  
Use the appliance for its intended use as  
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive  
chemicals in this appliance. This type of oven is  
specifically designed to heat, cook, or defrost  
food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory  
use neither for commercial use as this will  
invalidate the guarantee.  
It is quite normal for steam to be emitted around  
the door, or for misting to occur on the door, or  
even for water droplets to appear below the door  
during the cooking cycle. This is merely  
condensation from the heat of the food and does  
not affect the safety of your oven. The door is  
not intended to seal  
Do not operate the oven empty. If food or water is  
not present to absorb the microwave energy, the  
magnetron tube can be damaged.  
the oven cavity completely.  
Close supervision is necessary when the oven is  
used by children.  
Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use  
this product near water.  
Do not attempt to dry clothing or newspapers in  
the microwave oven. These items can ignite.  
Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do  
not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or  
food in the cavity when not in use.  
Do not force the turntable to rotate by hand. This  
may cause malfunctioning.  
Arcing in the oven during microwave operation  
usually occurs from use of metallic utensils.  
Continuous arcing, however, can damage the unit.  
Stop the programme and check the utensil.  
Care should be taken not to obstruct any air vents  
located on the top, rear, side and bottom of the  
oven.  
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Do not use this oven for commercial  
purposes. This oven is made for domestic  
use only.  
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Testing suitability of cookware  
Food safety  
Place the cookware in the microwave along with a  
glass half full of water. Heat on 900 W (100%) for  
one minute. If the cookware feels hot, you should  
not use it. If it is just slightly warm, you can use it  
for reheating but not for cooking. If the dish is  
room temperature, it is suitable for microwave  
cooking.  
Paper napkins, wax paper, paper towels, plates,  
cups, cartons, freezer wrap and cardboard are  
great convenience utensils. Always be sure  
containers are filled with food to absorb energy  
and thus avoid the possibility of overheating.  
Many plastic dishes, cups, freezer containers and  
plastic wraps may be used in the microwave  
oven. Follow manufacturer’s instructions when  
using plastics in the oven. Avoid using plastic  
utensils with foods that have high fat or sugar  
content since these foods reach high  
Do not heat food in a can in the microwave oven.  
Always remove the food to a suitable container.  
Deep fat frying should not be done in the  
microwave oven, because the fat temperature  
cannot be controlled, hazardous situations can  
result.  
Popcorn may be prepared in the microwave oven,  
but only in special packages or utensils designed  
specifically for this purpose. This cooking  
operation should never be un-attended.  
Pierce foods with non-porous skins or  
membranes to prevent steam build-up and  
bursting. Apples, potatoes, chicken livers, and  
egg yolks are examples of items that should be  
pierced.  
WARNING: When heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces  
and beverages in your microwave oven, overheating  
the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without  
evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden  
boil over of the hot liquid. To prevent this possibility  
the following steps should be taken:  
1. Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow  
necks.  
2. Do not overheat.  
3. Stir the liquid before placing the container in the  
oven and again halfway through the heating time.  
4. After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a  
short time, stirring again before carefully removing  
the container.  
temperatures and could melt some plastics.  
Metal utensils and utensils with metallic trim  
should not be used in the microwave oven, unless  
specifically recommended for microwave use.  
Containers with restricted openings, such as  
bottles, should not be used for microwave  
cooking.  
Use caution when removing a lid or cover from a  
dish to avoid steam burns.  
WARNING : Do not leave oven unattended, and  
look at it from time to time when  
heating or cooking food in plastic,  
paper or other combustible  
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed  
containers – for example, closed glass jars – may  
explode and should not be heated in this oven.  
Occasionally, poached eggs may explode during  
cooking. Always pierce the yolk, then cover and  
allow the standing time of one minute before  
removing cover.  
containers. If smoke is observed,  
keep door closed, switch the oven  
off or disconnect oven until smoke  
stops.  
NOTE:  
Do not force the turntable to rotate by hand. This  
may cause malfunctioning.  
Arcing in the oven during microwave operation  
usually occurs from use of metallic utensils.  
Continuous arcing, however, can damage the  
unit. Stop the programme and check the utensil.  
Care should be taken not to obstruct any air vents  
located on the top, rear, side and bottom of the  
oven.  
Do not use this oven for commercial purposes.  
This oven is made for domestic use only.  
Keep these instructions  
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Oven utensils and accessories guide  
A variety of Utensils and Materials may be used for cooking in your microwave oven. For your safety and to  
prevent damaging utensils and your oven choose appropriate utensils and materials for each cooking method.  
The list below is a general guide.  
Mode of operation  
Material  
Utensils  
Microwave  
Grill  
Combination  
Corning ware  
YES  
YES  
YES  
Heat resistant glass  
ware  
Glass ware with metal  
decoration  
Lead crystal glass  
Without metal  
decoration  
YES*1  
YES  
YES*1  
Ceramic &  
Glass  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
China  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
NO  
NO  
Pottery*2  
YES  
NO  
Microwave oven  
heat-proof wear  
Plastic wrap  
Plastic  
Metal  
YES  
NO  
YES  
YES  
YES  
NO  
NO  
YES  
YES  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
YES  
NO  
NO  
NO  
Baking pan  
Aluminium foil*3  
Cups, plates, towels  
Waxed paper  
Paper  
Wood  
Grill rack  
Turntable  
Turntable support  
NO  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
Accessories  
YES: Utensils and accessories to use  
*1 Only if there is no metal trim.  
NO: Utensils and accessories to avoid  
*2 Only if it does not have a glaze containing metal.  
*3 NOTE: Use aluminium foil only for shielding purposes, over use may cause arcing.  
Unpacking  
N.B. When you unpack the oven, check that the product is free from damage. Damage or any missing parts must be  
reported immediately to the retailer. The oven, parts of the oven or the accessories may be wrapped by a protection foil. If  
so, you must remove this foil before using the oven. Do not leave packing material so that small children can play with it.  
This can be hazardous.  
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Installation  
Building In  
Inside the oven there is a plastic bag  
with fixing material. Take this bag out  
of the oven.  
1. Remove the two screws ‘X’ from  
the fastening bar under the  
microwave oven.  
2. Fasten metal strip ‘A’ using the  
two screws ‘X’ that have just  
been removed.  
The appliance needs sufficient ventilation. Make an opening in the plinth at least 280 cm2 large for this  
purpose.  
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Building In  
3. Fit the fastening bar  
’ B ’ at the correct  
position in the  
recess. Make sure  
that there is the same  
amount of free space  
at each side of the  
fastening bar. Fasten  
the bar with  
screws ’ H ’.  
Fix the fastening bar such that the two lips stick out over the edge of the bottom of the recess and rest  
against it at the front.  
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Building In  
4. Open the lid of the warm air  
ventilation duct ’ C ’ fully.  
5. Slide the appliance into the  
recess. Slide the front of the  
appliance over the  
fastening bar ’ B ’. Keep  
sliding it until the front of  
the oven ’ G ’ is resting  
against the cupboard and  
the holes ’ D ’ under the  
oven are aligned with the  
holes ’ E ’ in the fastening  
bar ’ B ’.  
6. Fasten the appliance to the  
fastening bar ’ B ’ using  
screws ’ F ’.  
Attention.  
The plug for the appliance should be accessible at all times.  
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Electrical connections  
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed.  
If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the  
appropriate plug fitted.  
Remove the fuse from the cut off plug. The cut off plug should then be disposed of to prevent the hazard of  
shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home.  
IMPORTANT  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:  
GREEN AND YELLOW  
BLUE  
BROWN  
EARTH  
NEUTRAL  
LIVE  
If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in the mains lead of your appliance may not correspond with  
the markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
• Connect the green and yellow (earth) wire to the  
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter ”E”  
or the earth symbol ( ) or coloured green and yellow.  
GREEN & YELLOW  
E
• Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the  
plug which is marked with the letter ”N” or coloured  
black.  
• Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the  
plug which is marked with the letter ”L” or coloured red.  
L
N
BROWN  
BLUE  
CORD CLAMP  
P1041  
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How to operate your microwave oven  
Name and function of parts  
Turntable Installation  
1. Cooking compartment. Wipe the compartment  
clean after using the oven.  
2. Viewing window. Food can be checked while the  
microwave oven is in operation.  
3. Oven door. The door must always be firmly  
closed while cooking.  
1. Place the turntable support on the cavity Bottom.  
2. Place the turntable on top of the turntable support  
as shown in the diagram. Make sure that turntable  
hub is securely locked in the turntable shaft. Never  
place the turntable upside down.  
• Both turntable and turntable support must always be  
used during cooking.  
4. Control panel.  
5. Drive shaft for turntable.  
6. Grill Element.  
• All food and containers of food are always placed on  
this turntable for cooking.  
7. Crunch Dish  
8. Turntable.  
• This turntable rotates clockwise and anticlockwise;  
this is normal.  
9. Turntable support.  
10. Grilling racks, one high and one low, used for  
most cooking and browning/grilling.  
Turntable  
IMPORTANT - Use either high or low grill rack only.  
Do not use both grill racks at the  
same time.  
Roller rest  
Turntable Shaft  
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Control Panel  
1. Display Window  
To view either Cook time, Power level and time  
of day.  
2. Potato Function  
Used to automatically cook potatoes  
3. Popcorn  
Used to automatically cook popcorn  
4. Beverages  
Used to automatically ReHeat beverages  
5. Pizza  
Used to automatically cook pizza  
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2
6. Ready Meals  
Used to automatically cook ready meals  
3
7. Function  
To select Microwave, Grill and combination  
modes.  
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5
7
6
8
9
8. ’ Crunchie ’  
For ’ Crunchie ’ cooking  
10  
11  
9. Clock  
To set the time of day  
12  
10. Power  
13  
14  
To set the desired Microwave power level  
11. Turntable Stop Key  
To Stop the turntable  
12. Stop/Clear  
To stop or pause your Microwave  
13. Quick Start  
To start your microwave  
14. Setting Control Knob  
Used to set desired cooking times.  
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Setting the Clock  
When your oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption, the display  
window flash and show " ---- "  
Example: To set 4.30  
1. Touch the Clock button.  
2. Set the time to " 4:00 " using the setting control knob  
3. Touch the Clock Button  
4. Set the time to " 4:30 " using the setting control knob  
5. Touch the Clock button. (The Time will now be set)  
NOTE :  
It is possible to display the current time even after starting the mode set, by pressing the  
Clock button (the time is displayed for 2 seconds).  
Child safety lock  
The oven is equipped with a safety device which prevents pre-set cooking times from being tampered with  
while the cooking is underway, in order to avoid accidental and dangerous extensions to the cooking time  
which might cause the food to burn.  
To set:  
1. Touch and hold the ’ Stop ’ button for 5 sec’s, a beep will be heard.  
To cancel the child lock, simply touch and hold the ’ Stop ’ button for 5 sec’s, a beep will be heard.  
To Stop the Oven  
There are two way to stop the oven whilst it is in use.  
1. Press the Stop/Clear button  
You may restart the oven by pressing the Start button  
Pressing Stop/Clear again will reset the current programme  
2. Open the door  
You may restart the oven by closing the door and pressing the Start button  
Pressing Stop/Clear again will cancel the current programme  
At the end of each cooking the cooling fan will remain in operation until the oven door is opened.  
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Turntable Stop Key  
When using large sized containers/recipients (or containers with handles) that are not able to rotate, the  
movement of the turntable can be stopped. Press the TURNTABLE STOP key (15), after having first set a  
cooking function: the LED in the top right will start flashing.  
After having pressed START, the LED will flash a further 5 times, and will then remain on for the entire set  
time; for best results, the food should be mixed/stirred a number of times during cooking. The TURNTABLE  
STOP function will remain on the next time the oven is used, that is until the TURNTABLE STOP key is  
pressed again.  
For the microwave-only function, the maximum power available is 700W (reduced automatically by the  
electronic controller when pressing the TURNTABLE STOP key).  
Kitchen Timer  
This function allows for the use of the timer, with the oven NOT functioning, for up to 60 minutes.  
1. Press the FUNCTION key until 3 dashes appear on the (lower) temperature display  
2. Select the desired time by turning the setting control knob  
3. Press START.  
At the end, 3 beeps will be heard the “end” warning will appear on display 1.  
Quick Start  
Pressing the ’ Start ’ button allows you to start your microwave at full power (900W) for 30 seconds.  
Each time you press the ’ Start ’ button you will increase the cooking time by 30 seconds, up too a maximum  
of 3 minutes.  
This mode is activated only if it is carried out within 1 minute after the food has been placed in the oven.  
Microwave Power setting Guide  
Power Setting  
150W  
Suggested use  
Keeping warm : Keeping foods warm  
Thawing frozen foods.  
300W  
Simmer : Completing the cooking cycle of some pot roasts.  
Casseroles and stews.  
Baked custards or cheesecakes.  
450W  
700W  
Medium : Faster defrosting for casseroles and stews.  
Baking cakes and sponge puddings  
Reheat : Reheating of casseroles and stews..  
Reheating pre-cooked foods.  
Roasting joints of meat and poultry.  
900W  
Max Power; Boiling or reheating liquids. Cooking vegetables.  
Preheating a browning dish.  
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Microwave Cooking  
1. Open the door, place the food on the turntable.  
Close the door.  
To turn off the oven during cooking, simply touch the  
Stop/Clear button.  
2. Press The Function Key once.  
Note: After use, be sure to press the Stop/Clear  
button Twice as this will ensure that you have  
reset the microwave.  
3. Press the ’ Power ’ button until the desired power  
level is reached.  
4. Set the desired time by turning the setting control  
knob.  
5. Press Start (The oven begins cooking.)  
Example: To cook at 450W for 15 minutes  
1. Press the function key once.  
2. Touch the Power button 3 times ( ’ 450 ’ should now be showing in the display window).  
3. Turn the setting control knob  
( ’ 15:00 ’ should now be showing in the display window).  
4. Press start. The Oven will now start cooking.  
Cooking With Grill  
1. Open the door, place the food on the High rack.  
Close the door.  
To turn off the oven during cooking, simply touch the  
Stop/Clear button.  
2. Press The Function Key 6 times.  
Note: After use, be sure to press the Stop/Clear  
button Twice as this will ensure that you have  
reset the microwave.  
3. Set the desired time by turning the setting control  
knob.  
4. Press Start (The oven begins cooking.)  
Example: To cook with Grill for 15 minutes  
1. Touch the Function button X 6 ( ’  
should now be showing in the display window) .  
2. Turn the setting control knob. ( ’ 15:00 ’ Should now be showing in the display window).  
3. Press start. The Oven will now start.  
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Combination Cooking  
This oven offers you a choice of one method of Combination cooking. This is ’ Microwave and Grill ’  
1. Open the door, place the food on the turntable.  
Close the door.  
To turn off the oven during cooking, simply touch the  
Stop/Clear button.  
2. Press the ’ Function ’ button until the desired  
programme is reached.  
NOTE : After use, be sure to press the Stop/Clear  
button Twice as this will ensure that you have  
reset the microwave.  
3. Set the desired time by turning the setting control  
knob.  
4. Press Start (The oven begins cooking.)  
NOTE :  
During this mode the Microwave power can be altered by pressing the Power Button.  
Example: To cook with ’ Microwave and Grill ’ for 29 minutes.  
1. Touch the ’ Function ’ button 4 times.  
( ’  
should now be showing in the display window).  
2. Set the desired time by turning the setting control knob.  
( ’ 29:00 ’ should now be showing in the display window)  
3. Press start. The Oven will now start cooking.  
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Defrost  
For manual, use the defrost function. To speed up the defrosting of dense foods over 450g (1lb), the oven may  
be started on 900W (100%) power for 1 - 3 minutes, then reduced to (100W) until defrosting is complete.  
1. Open the door, place the food on the turntable.  
Close the door.  
To turn off the oven during defrosting, simply touch  
the Stop/Clear button.  
2. Press function button twice.  
NOTE : After use, be sure to press the Stop/Clear  
button Twice as this will ensure that you have  
reset the microwave.  
3. Set the desired time by turning the setting control  
knob.  
4. Press Start (The oven begins defrosting.)  
Example: To defrost some food for 12 minutes.  
1. Touch the function button twice  
2. Set the desired time by turning the setting control knob.  
3. Press start. The Oven will now start defrosting.  
Defrosting Tips  
1. It is better to underestimate defrosting time if you are unsure. Food will continue to defrost during the  
standing time.  
2. Separate food as soon as possible.  
3. Turn large items, e.g. joints, halfway through the defrosting time.  
4. Remove any thawed food as soon as possible.  
5. Remove or open any packaging before defrosting.  
6. Place food in a larger container than that which it was frozen in, this will allow for easy stirring.  
7. Begin thawing poultry, breast side down and turn over halfway through defrosting time or at pause.  
Delicate areas such as wing tips can be shielded with small pieces of smooth foil.  
8. Standing time is very important, particularly for large, dense foods which cannot be stirred to ensure that  
the centre is completely defrosted before cooking.  
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Two Stage Cooking  
Most frozen foods should be defrosted before cooking. This oven can be set for Two Stage Cooking which will  
allow you to defrost your food and then cook it in one easy step.  
1. Open the door, place the food on the turntable.  
Close the door.  
5. Set the desired time by turning the setting control  
knob.  
2. Press the Function button twice.  
6. Press Start (The oven begins cooking.)  
3. Set the desired time by turning the setting control  
knob.  
Note: After use, be sure to press the Stop/Clear  
button Twice as this will ensure that you have  
reset the microwave.  
4. Set the desired cooking mode  
Example: To defrost for 12 minutes and then cook at 700W for 29 minutes  
1. Touch the function button twice.  
2. Set the desired time by turning the setting control knob. (12:00 should now be showing in the display  
window).  
3. Touch the function button once.  
4. Touch the power button 4 times (700 W should now be showing in the display window).  
5. Set the desired time by turning the setting control knob. (29:00 should now be showing in the display  
window).  
6. Press start. The Oven will now start cooking.  
NOTE :  
For two stage cooking, after you have set the defrost time you can select any of the Five  
cooking modes (Microwave, Microwave and Grill, Microwave and Convection,  
Convection only, Grill only.  
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Auto Cook  
This oven can be used to automatically ReHeat Drinks, potatoes, Chilled ready meals, Frozen Pizza / ready  
meals and Popcorn.  
1. Open the door, place the food on the turntable.  
Close the door.  
To turn off the oven during cooking, simply touch the  
Stop/Clear button.  
2. Press the desired ’ Auto Cook ’ button until the  
desired programme is reached.  
NOTE : After use, be sure to press the Stop/Clear  
button Twice as this will ensure that you have  
reset the microwave.  
3. Press Start (The oven begins cooking.)  
NOTE : For details See Table Below  
NOTE :  
During AUTO COOK the oven will automatically select the required microwave power  
and cooking time.  
Selection Chart for Auto Cook functions :-  
Auto Programme  
Beverage  
Press Button  
Programme Description  
Once  
Twice  
Three Times  
Four Times  
Reheat one small cup (50cc) (room temperature)  
Reheat one medium cup (125cc) (room temperature)  
Reheat one large cup (200cc) (room temperature)  
Reheat 1 soup bowl (300cc) (chilled)  
Once  
Twice  
Three Times  
Cook 200 g of potatoes  
Cook 400 g of potatoes  
Cook 600 g of potatoes  
Potato  
Once  
Twice  
Reheat 1 portion (250-350 g)  
Reheat 2 portion (450-550 g)  
Chilled Ready Meals  
Once  
Twice  
Three Times  
Reheat 1 frozen pizza (250-450 g)  
Reheat 1 portion (250-350 g)  
Reheat 2 portion (450-550 g)  
Frozen Pizza / Ready Meals  
Once  
Cook 1 100 g packet of microwave popcorn  
Popcorn  
Example: To automatically cook 600g of Potatoes.  
1. Touch the potato button 3 times  
2. Press start. The Oven will now start cooking.  
See Auto Cook Programme Chart for further details.  
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’ Crunchie ’ Function  
This function is used to cook/reheat all types of FROZEN “snacks” available on the market, such as: bread,  
savouries, pizzas, pies, flavoured hamburgers, potato products, various pastries, croissants, etc.  
For best results, follow these simple general rules/suggestions:  
Note : The CRUNCH dish should ALWAYS be pre-heated before cooking (the oven performs this operation  
automatically on setting an “Sn” program and pressing START.  
Note : ALWAYS refer to the table (page 25) before cooking, to check which category the food being cooked  
falls into.  
1. Press the CRUNCHIE button repeatedly until the desired category appears on the display (each  
time the button is pressed, the display will show the message “ Sn01 , Sn02 , Sn03 “, etc. and the  
corresponding LED at the top will light up).  
2. Once the category has been selected, place the CRUNCH dish in the oven (directly on the  
turntable), close the door and press the START button. The oven will automatically heat the plate  
for 2 minutes, displaying the alternating massages “ PRE -HEAT ” (preheating).  
3. At the end of the preheating phase (signalled by 4 “beeps”), remove the CRUNCH dish from the  
oven, using oven gloves (careful, it will be very hot!) and place the food being cooked/reheated on  
the plate. Put the CRUNCH dish back in the oven and press the START button again. The display  
will show the remaining cooking time and the microwave power level indicator will light up.  
WARNING : Caution: when cooking/reheating the food, the oven works in combigrill mode; as a  
result, pay careful attention when removing the food from the oven, as both the CRUNCH  
dish and the heating element at the top of the cavity will be very hot.  
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Charts  
Recommendations for cooking with Grill  
All foods should be placed on the High rack with a non metal dish placed underneath to catch any food  
spillage or juices to minimise cleaning. Turn all food halfway through the cooking time.  
Food  
Toast  
QTY. (Weight)  
2 Slices  
Cooking time  
4 – 5 min  
Special notes  
Cheese on Toast  
4 Slices  
6 – 7 min  
4 – 5 min. to toast. 2 min. with topping  
General recommendations for cooking with Microwave and Grill  
Use the low rack on turntable for roast beef and pork, shield thin parts and edges. Place a non metal dish on  
the turn-table under the low rack to catch food spillage and juices. Turn food, as appropriate during the  
cooking time.  
Power Selector  
position  
Cooking  
time  
Food  
QTY (Weight)  
Special notes  
Bacon  
4 (100 g)  
Microwave 700W  
+ Grill  
7- 9 min  
Microwave only 700W  
25 min  
Brush with oil. Season  
with salt and pepper. Allow  
15 – 20 minutes standing  
time after cooking.  
Roast Beef (Boned) 900 g  
Microwave 700W  
+ Grill  
Roast Pork (Loin)  
Pork Chops  
900 g  
5 - 6 min  
Brush with oil. Season  
with salt, pepper and  
paprika.  
Microwave 700W  
+ Grill  
2 - 3(450 g)  
20 - 25 min  
Chicken, Halved  
lengthways  
Legs  
450 g  
800 g  
Microwave only 700W  
15 - 20 min  
25 - 30 min  
Brush with oil. Season  
with salt, pepper and  
paprika.  
Microwave 700W  
+ Grill  
Frozen Hamburger 4 (200 g)  
Microwave 700W  
+ Grill  
Microwave 700W  
+ Grill  
12 - 15 min  
10 - 15 min  
Sausages  
450 g Only  
Microwave 700W  
+ Grill  
Microwave 700W  
+ Grill  
Brush with oil, Season  
with salt and pepper.  
Fish Steak  
2 (350 g)  
2 (150 g)  
22 – 24 min  
16 – 18 min.  
Frozen Potato,  
Hash Brown  
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Recommendations for Manual Defrost  
Some foods such as bread and fruit, can successfully be thawed manually by using this power setting (150W).  
Defrost  
time  
STANDING  
TIME  
FOOD  
Bread  
PREPARATION  
Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper.  
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.  
Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper.  
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.  
Small loaf  
Sliced large loaf  
8–10 min.  
10–15 min.  
10 min  
10–13 min.  
2 slices Place on kitchen paper.  
1 bread roll Place on kitchen paper.  
2 bread rolls Place on kitchen paper.  
45–60 sec.  
45–60 sec.  
1–11/2 min.  
5 min.  
5 min.  
5 min.  
Cakes and Pastry  
Gateau 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
9–11 min.  
9–11 min.  
15–30 min.  
15–30 min.  
Cheesecake  
Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
450g/1 lb  
Pie (cooked)  
Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
450g/1 lb  
7– 9 min.  
7– 9 min.  
15–30 min.  
15–30 min.  
Pastry 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
Butter  
250g/8.8 oz If foil wrapped, remove from wrapper and place on a  
(1 packet) plate  
3– 4 min.  
5–10 min.  
Fruit  
225g/8 oz  
Soft berry fruits  
450g/1 lb Place in a single layer in a shallow dish.  
Soft berry fruits  
Place in a single layer in a shallow dish.  
5– 6 min.  
7– 8 min.  
5–10 min.  
5–10 min.  
Plated meal  
Cover with a plate or non P.V.C. cling film.  
To reheat, microwave on 100% (900W)for 3–4 minutes.  
400g/14 oz  
7– 8 min  
5–10 min.  
Vegetables  
It is not necessary to defrost vegetables before cooking.  
All vegetables can be thawed and cooked on  
100% (900W)  
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Auto Cook Programmes Chart  
Programme  
Auto Programme  
Press Button  
Special Notes  
Description  
Reheat one small  
cup (50cc) (room  
temperature)  
Reheat one  
Once  
Twice  
medium cup  
(125cc) (room  
temperature)  
Reheat one large  
cup (200cc)  
After reheating the liquid, stir well to spread the  
temperature evenly  
Beverage  
Three Times  
Four Times  
(room  
temperature)  
Reheat 1 soup  
bowl (300cc)  
(chilled)  
Once  
Twice  
Cook 200 g of  
potatoes  
Cook 400 g of  
potatoes  
Cook 600 g of  
potatoes  
Wash the potatoes thoroughly in their jackets,  
pierce them and put them on the turntable.  
They can be served stuffed with butter or  
cheese  
Potato  
Three Times  
Once  
Twice  
Reheat 1 portion  
(250-350 g)  
Reheat 2 portions  
(450-550 g)  
Suitable for cooked portions of food, stored in  
the refrigerator on the plate (the one from  
which the food is to be eaten). In the case of  
pre-cooked food products, remove the food  
from any aluminium packaging/containers and  
place it on an ovenproof plate.  
Chilled Ready  
Meals  
Once  
Twice  
Reheat 1 frozen  
pizza (250-500 g)  
Reheat 1 portion  
(250-350 g)  
Reheat 2 portions  
(450-550 g)  
Place the pizza directly on the turntable. Place  
the packet on the turntable, being careful to  
remove any covers (film, bags). If the packet  
is not suitable for microwaves, however,  
(e.g. metal pans), remove the food from the  
packet on to the serving dish, placing it  
uncovered on the turntable.  
Frozen Pizza /  
Ready Meals  
Three Times  
Once  
Cook 1 x 100 g  
packet of  
Follow the instructions written on the box  
closely and place it on the turntable.  
Popcorn  
microwave  
popcorn  
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Auto Cook Programmes Chart  
Category  
Notes / Suggestions  
Possible Actions  
This category is ideal for  
Do not cook more than 300g  
of bread (4-5 pieces) at a time.  
To avoid burning your mouth,  
break the bread in half after  
removing it from the oven, so  
as to release the heat from  
inside the soft part.  
cooking/reheating uncooked  
frozen sandwiches (rolls,  
baguettes, etc.) available on the  
market. It is also perfect for  
reheating slices of pizza (max  
200g) that are sold pre-cooked  
(e.g. speedy pizza) and slices of  
“focaccia” bread (150-180g).  
SN01  
This category is ideal for cooking Keep the pizzas an equal  
raw pastry mini pizzas  
(max 10-12 pieces). Depending  
distance apart, because during  
cooking they rise and risk, if  
on the type of pizza, they may be overlapping, not being cooked  
cooked either in this category or  
in the “ Sn03 “category. In  
addition, it is also ideal for  
reheating chicken pieces and for  
cooking hamburgers  
evenly. Hamburgers should be  
turned over halfway through  
cooking.  
SN02  
(max 2, that is, 150g).  
This category is ideal for cooking The hamburgers should be  
hamburgers  
(max 3-4, that is, 300g) and for  
cooking savouries (max 280g),  
turned over halfway through  
cooking. Keep the savouries  
and the pizzas an equal  
SN03  
all types of potatoes (croquettes, distance apart to prevent them  
“patate duchessa”, etc.) and  
some types of mini pizzas  
(max 10-12).  
from sticking together.  
This category is ideal for heating In the case of croissants or  
frozen pre-cooked pies  
(courgette pies, “stracchino” pie,  
savouries, keep them an equal  
distance apart, as during  
SN04  
SN05  
etc.) available on the market. It is cooking they swell and risk  
also ideal for raw frozen  
croissants (min. 3-4) and for  
cooking savouries (min. 300g).  
sticking together (and thus not  
cooking properly).  
This category is ideal for cooking Remove the pie from the  
raw frozen pies packaging and place it directly  
(“torta pasqualina”, artichoke pie, on the pre-heated grill plate.  
ricotta and spinach pies, etc.)  
available on the market (that is,  
to be cooked rather than just  
reheated).  
Recommended for pies  
weighing around 700g.  
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Microwave Hints  
Microwave Tips  
Always keep the oven clean – avoid spill-overs  
and do not forget to clean under the glass tray  
and the inside of the door.  
Preferably use round or oval casseroles with a lid  
when cooking in your microwave oven.  
Do not use metal or metal decorated casseroles.  
Certain plastic materials can melt and be warped  
by hot food.  
Softening Honey  
If you have a jar of honey which has  
crystallised, remove lid and place the jar in the  
oven, microwave on medium power for 2  
minutes.  
Melting Chocolate  
Break 100g of chocolate into squares, place in  
A bowl and heat on high power for 1-2  
minutes and stir well.  
Cover the food when cooking. Use a glass lid, a  
plate or grease proof paper.  
Pastry, bread and the like can be defrosted  
directly in a bread basket or on a paper towel.  
If frozen food is heated in its packaging, the  
packaging should be opened. Packaging  
containing metal or metal decoration must not be  
used unless specifically recommended for use in  
the microwave. Remove metal clips and wire ties.  
Smaller pieces of aluminium foil can be used to  
cover parts that easily over cook such as chicken  
legs.  
Food with peel or skin should be pierced with a  
fork – e.g. potatoes and sausages. Do not boil  
eggs in the microwave oven as they can explode.  
Put large, thick pieces close to the edge of the  
casserole and try to cut the food in to even sized  
pieces. Always place the food in the centre of the  
oven.  
Softening or Melting Butter  
Melting takes a few seconds on high power.  
Softening is best done more gently on low  
power.  
Freshen or Warm Bread  
Use medium power for few seconds.  
Peeling Garlic easily  
Heat 3 or 4 cloves of garlic on high power for  
15 seconds. Squeeze at one end until the  
clove pops out.  
Fruit Juice  
Citrus fruits will yield more juice if they are  
heated on high power for 15 seconds before  
squeezing.  
The food will be evenly cooked if you stir or turn it  
a few times.  
Cooking Porridge  
Always set a shorter cooking time than indicated  
in your recipe to avoid over cooking. The larger  
the amount of food the longer it takes.  
Use little or no water for vegetables.  
Use less salt and spices than for ‘normal’ cooking.  
Season afterwards.  
Allow a few minutes ‘standing’ time after the oven  
has switched off to ensure complete and even  
cooking results.  
Porridge is easily cooked in the serving dish  
with no sticky pan to wash. Follow food  
manufacturers’ recommendations.  
Always ensure food is piping hot throughout  
before serving.  
Use pot holders or gloves when taking dishes and  
food from the oven.  
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Care and cleaning  
The oven must always be clean. Residue of food from spillovers or spatters will attract microwave energy  
causing it to burn on. This could reduce the efficiency of the oven and may cause bad odours. Do not attempt  
to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to any part of the oven. Repairs should only be done by a  
qualified service technician.  
Be sure the oven is disconnected from the electricity supply before cleaning.  
Cleaning the accessories (turntable and support)  
Clean them with mild detergent after removing them from the cavity. The turntable support should be carefully  
handled.  
CAUTION: The inside of the oven and turntable get very hot, so do not touch them immediately after use.  
Cleaning the interior  
Always keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe up spill-overs and food spatters immediately. Deposits that are  
allowed to remain on the oven walls, door seal and door surface will absorb microwave energy, reduce the  
efficiency of the oven, and possibly damage the oven interior. Use mild, liquid detergent, warm water and a  
soft, clean cloth to remove deposits.  
NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS, COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS OR STEEL WOOL PADS ON  
ANY PART OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN.  
To loosen difficult deposits, boil a cup of water in the microwave oven for 2 or 3 minutes.  
NEVER USE A KNIFE OR ANY UTENSIL TO REMOVE DEPOSITS FROM OVEN SURFACES.  
To remove odours from the oven interior, boil a cup of water plus 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for 5 minutes.  
Cleaning the Grill  
The element may be stained with spattered fat or oil while the oven is in use. Wait until the cavity cools down  
and wipe off the spattered oil before next using of the oven. Stains grill may cause unpleasant odours and  
smoke.  
The turntable motor is sealed. Nevertheless, be careful to avoid the water penetrating under the turntable  
spindle (D) when the bottom of the oven is being cleaned.  
To make the cleaning of the inside of the oven easier, the upper heating element can be lowered by turning  
the ceramic hook.  
Cleaning the exterior  
Open the oven door when cleaning the control panel. This will prevent the oven from being turned on  
accidentally. You should clean outside surfaces of the oven with mild liquid detergent and water followed by a  
wiping with clear water to remove any excess detergent. Dry with a soft cloth.  
Spray-on window cleaners or all purpose spray-on kitchen cleaners can also be used. Never use abrasive  
cleaners, scouring pads or harsh chemicals on outside surfaces of your oven. To prevent damage to the  
working parts, do not allow water to seep into ventilation openings.  
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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS  
Zanussi offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance:  
1. The guarantee is valid for 24 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first retail  
purchaser, which must be verified by purchase invoice or similar documentation. The guarantee does not  
cover commercial use.  
2. The guarantee covers all parts or components which fail due to faulty workmanship or faulty material. The  
guarantee does not cover appliances where defects or poor performance are due to misuse, accidental  
damage, neglect, faulty installation, unauthorised modification or attempted repair, commercial use or  
failure to observe requirements and recommendations set out in the instruction book. This guarantee does  
not cover such parts as light bulbs, removable glassware, or plastic.  
3. Should guarantee repairs be necessary the purchaser must inform the nearest customer service office  
(ZANUSSI’s service or authorised agent). ZANUSSI reserves the right to stipulate the place of repair (i.e.  
the customer’s home, place of installation or ZANUSSI workshop).  
4. The guarantee or free replacement includes both labour and materials.  
5. Repairs carried out under guarantee do not extend the guarantee period for the appliance. Parts removed  
during guarantee repairs become the property of ZANUSSI.  
6. The Purchaser’s statutory rights are not affected by this guarantee.  
European Guarantee  
If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home  
subject to the following qualifications:  
The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product  
The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new  
country of use for this brand or range of products  
This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user  
Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area  
The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a  
normal household  
The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country  
Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to give them details of your  
new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look  
after you and your appliances.  
France  
Germany  
Italy  
Sweden  
UK  
Senlis  
+33 (0) 3 44 62 20 13  
+49 (0) 800 234 7378  
+39 (0) 800117511  
+46 (0) 20 78 77 50  
+44 (0) 1753 219898  
Nürnberg  
Pordenone  
Stockholm  
Slough  
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Service and Spare Parts  
If the appliance does not function correctly,  
please carry out the following checks before  
contacting your local Service Force Centre.  
Service and Spare parts  
In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if  
you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact  
your local Zanussi Service Force Centre by  
telephoning:  
If the oven does not come on:  
• Check the appliance is connected correctly.  
• Check that the oven is plugged in properly.  
• Replace the fuse in the plug, if required, with  
another of the same rating and check that the plug  
has been wired correctly.  
0870 5 929929  
Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the  
Service Force Centre covering your post code area.  
For the address of your local Service Force Centre  
and further information about Service Force, please  
calling out an engineer, please ensure you have  
made the above checks.  
When you contact the Service Force Centre you will  
need to give the following details:  
1. Your name, address and post code  
• Check that the socket switch and/or the switch from  
the mains supply to the oven are ON.  
• Check that the socket is receiving power, by  
plugging in an appliance you know to be working.  
• Check that the the fuse in the fuse box is intact.  
If the microwave does not function:  
• The child safety lock may have been set.  
• Check the controls are set correctly.  
• Check settings/procedures against the instruction  
booklet.  
• Check the door closes properly (if food particles or  
other objects have become stuck inside the door, it  
will not close properly and microwave cooking will  
not take place).  
2. Your telephone number  
3. Clear and concise details of the fault  
4. The model and serial number of the appliance  
(found on the rating plate)  
5. The purchase date  
• Check the start pad has been depressed.  
In-guarantee customers should ensure the  
necessary checks have been made as the  
engineer will make a charge if the problem is not  
a mechanical or electrical breakdown.  
Please note that proof of purchase will be  
required for in-guarantee calls.  
IMPORTANT:  
If you call out an engineer to a fault listed above,  
or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or  
installation, a charge will be made even if the  
appliance is under guarantee.  
Customer care  
For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi  
appliance or for further information on Zanussi  
products, please contact our Customer Care  
Department by letter or telephone at the address  
below or visit our website at www.zanussi.co.uk  
Customer Care Department  
Zanussi  
55-77 High Street  
Slough  
Berkshire  
SL1 1DZ  
0 8705 727727 (*)  
*calls to this number may be recorded for training  
purposes.  
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