Zanussi ZM17M Instruction Manual
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1. 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 Installation 1 Remove any promotion label from the door 2 Install the oven on a flat level surface The surface must be strong enough to safely bear the weight 13 5 kg of the oven and the contents To avoid the possibility of causing vibration or noise the oven must be in a stable position 3 Keep the oven away from heat and water Exposure to heat and water can lower oven efficiency and lead to malfunctioning so be sure to install the oven away from heat and water sources 4 Do not block air vents on the top and the sides of the cabinet and also do not place any articles on the top of the oven If air vents are blocked during operation the oven may overheat and this may lead to malfunctioning Hot air escapes from the vents so be sure not to obstruct it or let curtains come between the oven and the rear wall 5 Place the oven as far away from radios and TV s as possible This oven does conform to EEC requirements of radio interference suppression but some interference may occur if it is placed too close to a ra2. English NOTE e Do not force the turntable to rotate by hand This may cause malfunctioning e 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 e 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 ZM17M 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 Material Utensils Microwave Cooking Ceramic amp Glass Corning ware YES Heat resistant glass ware YES Glass ware with metal decoration NO Lead crystal glass NO China Without metal decoration YES Pottery YES Plastic Microwave oven heat proof wear YES Plastic wrap YES Metal Metal baking pan NO Aluminium foil YES Paper Cups plates towels YES Waxed Paper YES Wood NO Accessories Grill rack NO Turntable YES Turntable support YES YES Utensils and accessories to use NO Utensils and accessories to avoid NOTE Use aluminium foil only for shielding purposes overuse may cause arcing English ZM17M
3. appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted e 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 EARTH BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN 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 GABEN A VELUDAY e 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 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 17 18 ZANUSSI
4. rating and check that the plug has been wired correctly e Check that the socket switch and or the switch from the mains supply to the oven are ON e Check that the socket is receiving power by plugging in an appliance you know to be working e Check that the fuse in the fuse box is intact If the microwave does not function e The child safety lock may have been set e Check the controls are set correctly e Check settings procedures against the booklet e 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 e Check the start pad has been depressed If the grill function has been used the oven may not have cooled sufficiently Service and spare parts are offered by Zanussi Service When you order service or spare parts please refer to the product and model number of the microwave oven You will find these on the data plate Write them down here below so you have them handy whenever you need them N B Remember to save your receipt Zanussi Service centres Please refer to your local telephone directory for Service Centre details which can be found in the Local Telephone Directory white pages under Zanussi ZM17M English WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed e If the plug that is fitted to your
5. ZANUSSI MICROWAVE OVEN ZM17M USER MANUAL ZM17M CONTENTS Before using your microwave oven Safety instructions Utensil safety Testing suitability of cookware Food safety Oven utensils and accessories guide Unpacking Installation Installation Connecting to the mains How to operate your microwave oven Name and function of parts Turntable Installation Control panel Microwave cooking Microwave Power setting Guide Kitchen Timer Defrosting instructions using 120W Microwave Hints Care and cleaning Cleaning the accessories turntable and support Cleaning the interior Cleaning the exterior Technical data Service and spare parts Electrical Connections A NOOO English ZM17M English Congratulations on the purchase of your new Microwave Oven 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 i
6. d is piping hot throughout before serving Use pot holders or gloves when taking dishes and food from the oven Technical data Overall dimension Weight 13 5 kg Width 458 mm Volume 17 Litre Depth 296 mm Height 375 mm Power source 230V 50 Hz Cavity dimension Fuse 10A Width 320 mm Power consumption 1080W Depth 183 mm Height 288 mm Power output 700W ZM17M 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 off or the unit is unplugged before cleaning Cleaning the accessories turntable and support Clean them with mild detergent after removing them for the cavity 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 English Cleaning the interior Always keep the inside of the oven clean Wipe up spillovers and food spatters immediately Soil that is allowed to remain on the oven walls door seal and door surface will absorb microwave energy reduce the efficiency of the ov
7. dio or TV so keep them as far apart as possible 6 If positioned in a corner leave a gap of at least 5 0 cm from the walls to meet ventilation demands English Important The oven can be placed almost anywhere in the kitchen Make sure the oven is placed on a flat level surface and that vents as well as the surface underneath the oven are not blocked for sufficient ventilation This appliance conforms to the requirements of EEC Radio Interference Directive 87 308 EEC Connecting to the mains The oven is delivered with the power cord and a plug for 230V 50Hz earthed socket outlet Earth protection minimises the risks should a short circuit occur Check to ensure the voltage of the oven matches the supply N B If the oven is connected to the socket via an extension cord make sure the cord is earthed WARNING This appliance must not be used on a non earth protected power supply Contact an electrician if you are uncertain regarding electrical connection of the oven or provision of earth protection of the supply This appliance must be earthed If this appliance is fitted with a non rewireable plug for which your socket is unsuitable the plug should be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted If it is necessary to change the fuse in a non rewireable plug the fuse cover must be refitted If the fuse cover is lost or damaged the plug must not be used until a replacement is obtained ZM17M Eng
8. en and possibly damage the oven interior Use mild liquid detergent warm water and a soft clean cloth to remove soil NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS OR STEEL WOOL PADS ON ANY PART OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN To loosen difficult soil boil a cup of water in the microwave oven for 2 or 3 minutes NEVER USE A KNIFE OR ANY UTENSIL TO REMOVE SOIL 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 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 ZM17M English Service and spare parts If the appliance does not work please carry out the following checks before contacting your local service centre If the oven does not come on e Check the appliance is connected correctly e Check that the oven is plugged in properly e Replace the fuse in the plug if required with another of the same
9. lf full of water Heat on 700W 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 e 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 temperatures and could melt some plastics Do not leave oven unattended and look at it from time to time when heating or cooking food in plastic paper or other combustible containers If smoke is observed keep door closed switch the oven off or disconnect oven until smoke stops e 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 ZM17M Food safety Do not heat food in a can in the microwave oven Al
10. lish How to operate your microwave oven Name and function of parts NOS Cooking compartment Wipe the compartment clean after using the oven Viewing window Food can be checked while the microwave oven is in operation Oven door The door must always be firmly closed while cooking Latch hook Safety interlock system Control panel Turntable Made of special heat resistant glass Food in a suitable container is placed on this tray for cooking Do not use the oven without the turntable Turntable support Place the support on the floor of the cooking chamber to support the turntable Drive shaft for turntable Turntable Installation 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 All food and containers of food are always placed on this turntable for cooking e This turntable rotates clockwise and anticlockwise this is normal Turntable Roller rest Turntable shaft gt ZM17M TIMER ZANUSSI English Control panel Timer Set for desired cooking time Cooking will start All clockwork timers will operate more accurately if wou
11. min 10 15 min Turn over halfway through defrosting time Sliced large loaf Place on microwave proof rack or kitchen paper 10 13 min 10min Turn over halfway through defrosting time 2 slices Place on kitchen paper 45 60 sec 5min 1 bread roll Place on kitchen paper 45 60 sec 5min 2 bread rolls Place on kitchen paper 1 11 2 min 5 min Cakes and Pastry Gateau 4509 1 Ib Remove from packaging place on plate 9 11 min 15 30 min Cheesecake Remove from packaging place on plate 9 11 min 15 30 min 450g 11b Pie cooked Remove from packaging place on plate 7 9 min 15 30 min 450g 1 Ib Pastry 4509 1 Ib Remove from packaging place on plate 7 9 min 15 30 min Butter 2509 8 8 oz If foil wrapped remove from wrapper and 3 4 min 5 10 min 1 packet place on a plate Fruit 2259 8 oz Place in a single layer in a shallow dish 5 6 min 5 10 min Soft berry fruits 4509 1 Ib Place in a single layer in a shallow dish 7 8 min 5 10 min Soft berry fruits Plated meal 4009 14 oz Cover with a plate or non PVC cling film 7 8 min 5 10 min To reheat microwave on HIGH for 3 4 minutes Vegetables It is not necessary to defrost vegetables before cooking All vegetables can be thawed and cooked on HIGH ZM17M Microwave Hints e Always keep the oven clean avoid spillovers and do not forget to clean under the glass tray and the inside of the door e Use preferably round or oval casseroles with a lid
12. nd past the desired time first and then back Power Selector Adjust this knob to select the correct power for your food ZM17M Microwave Cooking 1 Open the door place the food on the turntable Close the door 2 Set the Power Selector to the desired power level See table below 3 Set the Timer to the desired time The oven begins cooking English When cooking for less than 2 minutes turn the timer for a longer period and than return to the desired time To turn off the oven during cooking simply turn the Timer to 0 Note After use be sure to return the Timer to 0 or the oven will continue to operate Microwave Power setting Guide Power Setting Suggested use 120W Defrost Thawing foods Keeping foods warm 250W Med low 40 Completing the cooking cycle of some casseroles and stews 380W Simmer 60 Completing the cooking cycle of pot roasts Completing the cooking cycle of some casseroles and stews Baked custards or cheese cakes 540W Reheat 80 Baking cakes Reheating pre cooked foods 700W Max Power 100 Boiling liquids Baking fish or vegetables Preheating a browning dish ZM17M Defrosting instructions using 120W English Some foods such as bread and fruit can successfully be thawed manually by using the power setting FOOD PREPARATION 120W STANDING TIME Bread Small loaf Place on microwave proof rack or kitchen paper 8 10
13. nstruction 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 ZM17M English Safety Instructions The built in safety interlock switches prevent the microwave oven from operating when the door is open 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 e 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 It is hazardous for anyone except factory trained service personnel to service or make adjustments to this oven Contact your nearest authorised service agent should service be required Do not remove the outer case door or control
14. panel at any time Doing so may cause exposure to extremely high voltage e Install or locate this oven only in accordance with INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS found in this manual 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 Do not operate the oven empty If food or water is not present to absorb the microwave energy the magnetron tube can be damaged e 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 Utensil safety e Most glass glass ceramic and heat resistant glassware utensils are excellent for use in the 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 Testing suitability of cookware e Place the cookware in the microwave along with a glass ha
15. ways 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 unattended e 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 fora short time stirring again before carefully removing the container e 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
16. 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 e Cover the food when cooking Use a glass lid a plate or grease proof paper e 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 package the package should be opened Packages containing metal or metal decoration must not be used unless specifically recommended for use in the microwave Remove metal clips and wire ties e Smaller pieces of aluminium foil can be used to cover parts that easily overcook such as chicken legs English e 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 The food will be evenly cooked if you stir or turn it a few times e 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 e Season afterwards Allow a few minutes standing time after the oven has switched off to ensure complete and even cooking results Always ensure foo
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