Zanussi MC 20 MB Operating and safety instructions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR
THE USE AND CARE OF
ZANUSSI
MIXED FUEL COOKERS

It is most important that this instruction book should he retained with the
appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to
another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure
that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can be
acquainted with the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
Warnings - Mixed fuel cookers
THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY. YOU MUST
READ THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE APPLIANCE.
This appliance is designed to be operated
by adults. Children should not be allowed
to tamper with the controls or play with
the product
Any installation work must be
undertaken by a competent authorised
installer in accordance with the Gas
Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations
1984 and the relevant codes of practice.
In the U.K. C.O.R.G.I. registered
installers (including regions of British
Gas) undertake the work to safe and
satisfactory standards.
Any electrical work required to install the
appliance should he carried out by a
qualified or competent person.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications
or modify the product in any way.
This appliance should be serviced by an
authorised Zanussi Network Service
Centre, and only genuine Zanussi spare
parts should be used.
Cookers become very hot with use, and
retain their heat for a long period after
use. Children should be supervised at all
times and should not be allowed to touch
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the hot surfaces or be in the vicinity
when in use or until the appliance has
cooled after use.
Always ensure that the control knobs are
in the «off» position when not in use.
The lid is designed as a dust cover when
closed, and as a splash-back when open.
Do not use for any other purpose.
Always remove any spillage from the
surface of the cover before removal or
opening (if applicable), and the appliance
should be allowed to cool before
replacing or closing the cover.
For hygiene and safety reasons, this
appliance should he kept clean at all
times. A build-up of fats or foodstufls
could result in a fire.
This appliance has been designed for
cooking edible foodstuffs only, and must
not be used for any other purposes.
Never line any part of the oven with
aluminium foil.
Unstable or misshapen pans should not
be used on the burner as unstable pans
can cause an accident by tipping or
spillage.

Easy clean liners should never be
cleaned with any other than soapy water
(see cleaning instructions).
This appliance is designed to be used
only with natural gas.
Before any maintenance or cleaning work
is carried out on the appliance, always
take out the plug from the wall socket
Ensure that the anti-tip oven shelves are
put in place in the correct way (see
instructions).
All gas appliances require adequate
ventilation. Failure to provide this could
result in a lack of oxygen. Your installer
will advise if in doubt
Always ensure that the oven vent which
is located at the centre back of the hob is
left unobstructed to ensure ventilation of
the oven cavity.
Only oven-proof dishes are to be stored
in the drawer beneath the oven. Do not
store combustible materials.
Under no circumstances should you
attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced
persons may cause injury or more
serious malfunctioning. Refer to your
local Zanussi Service Centre. Always
insist on genuine Zanussi spare parts.

Contents
Installation.
Technical data.
Use and care.
Gas hob.
Using the oven.
Digital clock/analogue programmer .
Using the grill.
Upkeep and cleaning.
Removing the oven door .
Oven lamp replacement
What happens if something goes wrong
Zanussi guarantee conditions .
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Important
During normal cooking operations the appliance will get very hot.
Therefore, do not let children play near the appliance.
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Installation
Technical data
It is mandatoiy that all operations
required for the installation be carried
out by QUALIFIED PERSONNEL in
accordance with existing rules and
regulations.
The relevant instructions are to be found
in the special book for the installer.
This appliance meets the requirements
laid down in EEC Directive No. 82/499
dated 7/6/1982 relating to the
suppression of radio and TV interferences.
When the oven is first installed
Once the oven has been installed it is
important to remove the protective
materials which were put on in the
factoiy.
Remove the plastic film from these parts,
then wipe with a cloth dipped in
methylated spirit.
Switch the oven control to MAX and
leave it to run, empty, for 30 minutes to
bum off any protective materials. This
will also remove any unpleasant new
smells.
Model number: MC 20 MB - MC 20 MG
Dimensions
Height 900/850 mm
Depth 595 mm
Width 597 mm
Oven capacity 1.9 cu. ft.
Hob
Rear left heat area
Front left heat area
Rear right heat area
Front right heat area
Maximum power absorbed
(N) 2000 W
(R) 3200 W
(N) 2000 W
(S) 1000 W
8.2 kW
Traditional oven element rating
Grill element rating
Double grill element rating
Convection oven element rating
Oven lamp
Convection fan rating
Maximum power absorbed ^
Power supply (50 Hz)
Total power 1
N = Normal burner
R = Rapid burner
S = Simmer burner
2.0 kW
2.0 kW
3.0 kW
2.5 kW
15 W
25 W
!.015 kW
240 V
..215 kW
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Use and care
A - Cover
B - Safety cut off
C - Semi-rapid burner
D - Rapid burner
E - Control panel
F - Shelf supports
G - Shelves
H - Oven door
I - Removable drawer
J - Front panel
K - Removable base
L - Auxiliary burner
M - Semi-rapid burner
N - Electrical cut off
A-
0 - Grill/roasting pan, large
P - Reversible grill pan insert
Q - Removable handles (2 Off.)
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Control panel
1 - Lighting button
2 - Thermostat control light
3 - General control light
4 - Electric programmer
5 - Oven selector knob
6 - Oven thermostat knob
7 - Semi-rapid burner knob
8 - Rapid burner knob
9 - Auxiliary burner knob
10 - Semi-rapid burner knob
Oven
R - Grill
S - Oven light
T - Fan
U - Filter
V - Oven liners
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Gas hob
The control panel incorporates knobs to
operate the four gas burners.
To light a worktop burner, turn the
relevant knob (Fig. 1) to the large flame
symbol which corresponds to the
maximum setting.
Depress the ignition pushbutton ( ,^ ) on
the facia panel. Once the burner is alight
adjust the flame as required. The smaller
flame symbol is a simmer setting.
It is important that pans with a base
fitting the size of the burner be used so
that the flame does not spread beyond
the bottom of the pan.
Important
Be very careful when frying food in hot
oil or fat as the overheated splashes
could easily flare up.
Fig. 1
Safety cut off
Your cooker is fitted with a safety cut off
device which is actuated when the lid is
lowered. This cuts the electricity and gas
supply to the whole appliance, and
prevents the lid being lowered onto the
burners when they are still on. When the
lid is raised again, the electricity supply
to the oven is automatically restored. The
gas supply to the hob must be restored
manually by depressing the pushbutton
on the rear left hand comer of the hob
surface.
There are two important points to
remember; firstly the lid must be in the
raised position for any part of the cooker
to function. Secondly, you must
remember to return all the controls to
their off positions when you have finished
using the cooker. If you have for instance
left the oven on, when the lid is raised it
will automatically come on again.
Obviously if you manually restore the gas
supply and any of the burner controls
have not been returned to their off
positions, the gas will escape.

Using the oven (Multifunction)
The multifunction oven makes it possible
to carry out various types of cooking,
depending on the nature of the food, its
firmness and volume.
All cooking must be done with the oven
door closed.
The oven light remains on with all
cooking functions.
The oven control knob symbols are listed
together with a brief description of the
functions (a more detailed explanation of
the functions and how to use them are
given in the «Art of Cookery» book).
Oven control knob (Fig. 2)
By turning this control knob, you can
select any of the following functions:
o Oven light, this will come on
whenever the oven is in use.
e Traditional cooking, uses the top and
bottom element; this function will
enable you to use your favourite
recipes without having to adapt the
temperatures. It is necessary to pre¬
heat the oven in this instance.
Q Top oven element only, enables you
to finish off dishes on the top only.
Q Bottom oven element only, enables
you to finish off dishes on the
bottom only.
(3 Inner grill element only.
0 Inner and outer grill elements.
® Ventilated grilling, gives a spit roast
effect to all joints. Using this system
eliminates the need to turn food
during cooking, although large food
items may require to be turned half
way through the cooking time.
Note: The grill cannot be used at the
same time as the oven.
@ Cuisinair cooking; this fan ducted
system will allow you to roast or
bake at the same time with very
little flavour transference, and on
any shelf. For this function the
circular element and fan behind the
back wall of the oven are used.
§ Defrost setting (N.B: This is NOT a
cooking position). This position is
intended to assist thawing of frozen
foods.
Fig. 2
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Thermostat control knob (Fig. 3)
By turning the thermostat control knob
clockwise you select the cooking
temperature. Temperature selection
starts at 50 “C and is marked in 25 °C
increments up to maximum, where the
temperature at the centre of the oven
will reach approximately 280 "C. The
thermostat controlling the temperature is
totally variable so it is possible to select
temperatures between those marked. The
MAX setting is particularly suitable for
grilling. Once the oven temperature has
been selected, the temperature light will
come on and remain on until the oven
has reached the correct temperature;
after that it will come on and off with the
thermostat showing how the temperature
is being maintained.
During cooking the oven door should be
opened as little as possible to avoid heat
loss and so excessive electricity
consumption.
Fig. 3
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Safety thermostat
Should the main oven thermostat fail, the
oven is protected by a safety thermostat
which will operate if the temperature
within the oven reaches too high a level.
Once the temperature has returned to a
safe level the main oven thermostat will
function. In cases where this is a
permanent failure it is necessary to
contact the Zanussi Network Service
Engineer.

Digital clock/analogue
programmer (Fig. 4)
This programmer enables you to switch
the oven on and off at pre-set times
without the need for you to be in
attendance. Most foods cook well
automatically, but preference should be
given to those which will not be affected
by the waiting period before the oven
comes on. The programmer also
incorporates a time of day clock.
Important
For the oven to function, dial 5 should
show the same time as the time on the
clock.
To set the clock
By turning knob 1 clockwise you can set
the correct time of day. It will be
necessary to do this on installation of the
appliance, after a power failure or when
the clock is fast or slow.
Remember to re-set dial to read the same
time as the clock, to do this depress and
turn knob 3.
Manual operation of oven
First ensure that the hand symbol \IllJ is
displayed on dial 4, if it is not, turn knob
2 clockwise until the hand is centred on
dial 4.
Secondly, make sure that the time shown
on dial 5 coincides with that of the clock.
If it does not, correct it by depressing
and turning knob 3 clockwise or
anticlockwise.
Place the food to be cooked into the oven
and set the oven and thermostat control
knobs to the required settings.
Semi automatic cooking
Manual cooking start - Automatic
cooking stop
You may wish to put something in the
oven before going out and programme
the oven to stop cooking before your
return.
Place the food to be cooked into the oven.
Turn knob 2 clockwise to set the required
duration of cooking time on dial 4
(maximum of 210 minutes).
Turn the oven and thermostat control
knobs to the required setting. When the
pre-set cooking time has elapsed, the «0»
symbol will be centred on dial 4, the oven
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Fig. 4

switches off automatically and the sound
alarm will indicate that the programme
has finished. To turn off the alarm, turn
knob 2 so that the crossed bell symbol is
displayed on dial 4.
Automatic cooking start - Manual
cooking stop
Alternatively, you may wish to delay start
the cooking and return to turn the oven
off.
Place the food to be cooked into the oven.
Depress and turn knob 3, setting on dial
5 the required cooking start time.
Turn knob 2 and set on dial 4 the
maximum duration of cooking time, ie.,
210 minutes.
Turn the oven control knob and
thermostat control knob, to the required
settings.
When you return to turn off the oven,
turn knob 2 clockwise setting on dial 4
the «0» symbol, continue to turn until the
hand symbol \!lil is centred on dial 4, this
returns the oven to manual operation and
enables you to switch off the oven.
Totally automatic cooking
This enables you to turn the oven on and
off at pre-set times without the need for
you to be in attendance.
Place the food to be cooked into the oven.
Turn knob 2 clockwise to set on dial 4
the required duration of cooking time (up
to a maximum of 210 minutes).
Depress and turn knob 3 clockwise or
anti-clockwise to set on dial 5 the
required cooking start time.
Turn the oven and thermostat control
knobs to the required settings.
The oven will then come on at the preset
time and count down the duration of
cooking time set. On completion of the
cooking cycle the alarm will sound and
the oven will switch off automatically.
To turn off the alarm, turn knob 2
clockwise until the crossed bell symbol
appears on dial 4.
It is important to note that the alarm will
continue to sound until you manually turn
it off.
Important
Always remember to return the oven and
thermostat control knobs to their off
positions, and return the oven to manual
operation by turning knob 2 clockwise
setting the hand symbol on dial 4.
Minute minder
The programmer will operate as a minute
minder, provided no automatic cooking
has been programmed and the oven is
not in use.
To operate the minute minder, turn knob
2 clockwise, setting on dial 4 the required
duration of cooking time (maximum of
210 minutes). The sound alarm will
indicate when the cooking time has
elapsed. To turn off the alarm, turn knob
2 clockwise to centre on dial 4 the
crossed bell symbol, continue to turn
knob 2 until the hand symbol is
displayed, returning the oven to manual
operation.
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Using: the grill
To switch on the grill turn the oven
control knob to either 0 or 0 symbol,
then turn the thermostat knob to the
required temperature setting.
Turning the oven control knob to the 0
symbol operates the inner element only,
when the oven control knob is turned to
the 0 symbol both the inner and outer
elements operate, the latter provides a
larger grilling area.
This is known as a dual element.
Foods to be grilled should be placed on
the wire trivet in the grill pan, the trivet
can be positioned either way up to give
the required distance from the element.
Note:
We recommend that you wipe fat
splashes off the grill element when it is
cold in order to prevent smoking from
the fat as it bums off when the grill is
next used.
Important
Your oven door is fitted with hinges,
giving two door positions, fully opened or
fully closed.
When grilling, the oven door must be
closed.
Grilling with the door open could cause
areas of the oven to become excessively
hot as well as reducing the performance,
efficiency and economy of the grill.
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Shelves and runners
This Zanussi cooker has four shelf
positions in chrome. The anti-tip feature
is achieved by the closeness of the shelf
runners. The auto-stop feature is
achieved by two metal stops fixed to
the shelves, as the shelf is moved in and
out the metal stops catch on the bottom
of any pair of shelf runners, if the shelf is
wrongly positioned these stops will not
catch, therefore it is important to position
the shelves as shown (Fig. 5).
Grease filter
When roasting meat, be sure to install
the special grease filter to protect the fan
in the rear wall of the oven from fat
splashes.
After roasting is completed, remove the
grease filter and clean thoroughly with
warm soapy water. As it is stainless steel
you can safely wash it in the dishwasher.
To remove the grease filter, pull up the
protruding tongue and then pull the filter
outwards removing it from the rear panel
(Fig. 6 ).
To replace the filter, hold the protruding
tongue and slide down onto the slots in
the rear wall of the oven so that it clips
on.
Storage drawer
The storage drawer is located underneath
the oven cavity.
During cooking the storage drawer will
become hot, therefore flammable
materials such as oven gloves, tea towels,
plastic aprons etc. should not be stored in
the drawer.
Obviously, oven accessories such as
baking sheets, will also become hot;
therefore care should be taken when
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removing these items from the drawer
when the oven is in use or still hot.

Upkeep and cleaning
Cleaning your gas hob
The hob is best cleaned whilst still warm
as any spills from cooking will be
removed more easily than if left to cool.
Wipe the hob and pan supports, with a
soft cloth soakd in warm soapy water. Do
not use abrasive scourers or steel wool.
For more stubborn marks a mild scouring
cream may be used, but care must be
taken not to scratch the enamelled
surface of the hob.
Maintenance
The gas taps require periodic
maintenance and greasing. Contact your
local Zanussi Network Service Centre for
service.
Cleaning the oven
Glass door
This should be cleaned Vidth a soft cloth
soaked in warm soapy water. Do not use
abrasive scourers or steel wool.
Shelves and shelf supports
To clean the chrome parts of the oven,
soak in warm detergent water and
remove stubborn marks with a well
wetted soap impregnated pad. Rinse well
and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use
abrasive scourers or steel wool.
Oven cavity
The enamelled oven cavity is best
cleaned whilst the oven is still warm.
It is preferable/advisable to wipe the
oven over with a soft cloth soaked in
warm soapy water after each use.
However, from time to time it will be
necessary to do a more thorough cleaning
using a proprietary oven cleaner, do not
use aerosol oven cleaners, abrasive
scourers or steel wool.
Special oven linings
This cooker is fitted with a set of coated
liners. These are known as «stay clean»
or «easy care». To obtain the maximum
efficiency from your liners follow the
guide lines carefully for their use and
care.
The linings are coated with a special
substance which helps to clean itself by a
process of oxidization. Although the
linings will not remain absolutely spotless
they will reduce your oven cleaning
chores considerably when used in the
correct way.
The linings work most effectively if the
splashes are kept to a minimum, and the
soil is not allowed to build up, as this will
retard the cleaning action. If the oven has
been used at low temperatures it is
advisable to wipe the soiled linings and
oven interior with a soapy cloth. The
linings should be rinsed with a clean
cloth and then the oven should be heated
for one hour on 200 "C. Never use
abrasive wools or pads or an aerosol oven
cleaner on the coated linings.
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Removal/replacement of the oven
liner panels
It is not necessary to disconnect the
appliance from the electricity supply
when removing the side and base panels.
However, you must disconnect the
electricity supply before attempting to
remove tlie back panel, by turning off at
the wall socket or cooker box.
From time to time it will be necessary to
remove the oven liner panels to facilitate
cleaning. To do this proceed as follows:
1. Pull out and remove the oven floor
liner.
2. Unscrew the ring nuts securing the
side runners, and remove the runners
(Fig. 7).
3. Slide the side panels towards you to
release them from their retaining pins,
then lift away from the oven wall (Fig. 8).
4. Make sure that the electricity supply
to the appliance is disconnected. Then
using a suitable Philips screwdriver
unscrew the four fixing screws on the
back panel, and lift the panel away
(Fig. 9). This is a good opportunity to
clean the rear side of the back panel.
5. T o replace the panels, reverse the
above procedure.
Fig. 8

Removing the oven door
(Fig. 10 A, B, C,)
1. Open the oven door so that it is in the
horizontal position.
2. With the aid of a coin move the two
retaining discs a quarter turn clockwise,
so that the two raised bars are to the left
hand side of the hinges.
3. Raise the door halfway.
4. At this stage the two hinges on either
side of the door must be clasped together
simultaneously. The door can then be
removed by pulling out and downwards,
maintaining the angle.
To replace the door
1. Clasp the two hinges on either side of
the door together simultaneously.
2. Hook the top hinge into the top slot so
that the hook is engaged with the roller.
3. Drop the lower hinge into the lower
slot, so that the notch is engaged. Drop
the door down so it is in the horizontal
position.
Note. It is very important when carrying
out this operation that both hinges
should be located simultaneously.
4. T urn the retaining discs back a quarter
turn so that the two raised bars are
opposite the hinges.
The door can then be closed.
F^. lO/C
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Replacing appliance components
Prior to undertaking any maintenance
work or replacing the oven lamp or grill
heating element, be sure to disconnect
the appliance from the electricity supply.
Oven lamp replacement
Push in and unscrew anticlockwise the
glass cap (Fig. 11). Remove the faulty
bulb and replace with one that
withstands temperatures (300 °C). Electric
bulb: 15W, 240V, 50 Hz, 300 “C, E14.
Bulbs are available from your Zanussi
Service Network.
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What happens if something goes wrong
If the appliance fails to operate:
1. If the oven does not come on check
that the programmer is properly set for
manual operation, or that you have
programmed any automatic cooking
correctly.
2. Check that the hob cover, where
present, is in the raised position.
3. Check that it is properly plugged in.
4. Check that the socket switch is turned
on.
5. Check that the socket is supplying
power - do this by plugging in another
appliance that is known to be working
properly.
6. Check that the fuse in the plug is
intact.
7. If the hob area does not work, check
that you are turning the correct control
knob.
8. Check that you have manually re-set
the gas supply.
IF YOU SUSPECT A GAS LEAK, TURN
ALL CONTROLS TO THEIR OFF
POSITIONS, AND TURN THE MAINS
GAS SUPPLY OFF IMMEDIATELY.
THEN CONTACT YOUR GAS BOARD.
If after all these checks, the oven still
does not work, telephone for your local
Zanussi Service Centre, listed in the
telephone directory. It helps to jot down
the name and address and telephone
number in the space below.
Name
Address
Telephone Number
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Peace of mind for twelve months
ZANUSSI STANDARD GUARANTEE
CONDITIONS
This guarantee is in addition to your
statutory and other legal rights which
will not be excluded or in any way
diminished by the return of this
guarantee card.
We, Zanussi Ltd, undertake that if, within
twelve months of the date of the
purchase, this ZANUSSI appliance or any
part thereof is proved to be defective by
reason only of faulty workmanship or
materials, we will, at our option, repair or
replace the same FREE OF ANY
CHARGE for labour, materials or
carriage on condition that:
The appliance has been correctly installed
and used only on the electricity supply
stated on the rating plate.
The appliance has been used for normal
domestic purposes only, and in
accordance with the manufacturer’s
operating and maintenance instructions.
The appliance has not been serviced,
maintained, repaired, taken apart or
tampered with by any person not
authorised by us.
The appliance is still in the possession of
the original purchaser.
All service work under this guarantee
must be undertaken by a Zanussi
Network Service Centre.
Any appliance or defective part replaced
shall become our property.
Exclusions
Damage or calls resulting from
transportation, improper use or neglect,
the replacement of any light bulbs or
removable parts of glass or plastic.
Costs incurred for calls to put right
machines improperly installed or calls to
machines outside the UK and the
Republic of Ireland.
Appliances found to be in use wit hi n a
commercial environment, plus those
which are the subject of rental
agreements.
Television receivers-routine adjustment,
or poor reception resulting from a source
outside of the receiver.
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