Zanussi ZKG5540 User manual

Model
ZKG5540
User
Manual
Cooker

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The following symbols are used in this user manual:
WARNING!
Important information concerning your
personal safety and information on
how to avoid damaging the appliance.
IMPORTANT!
General information and tips
Environmental information
Contents
Important safety instructions 3
Product description 5
Controls and their functions 5
Before first use 6
Grill and oven furniture 7
The electronic timer 8
The hob 13
The grill 15
Grilling chart 17
The top oven 18
The main oven 20
Oven cooking chart 22
Roasting chart 24
Slow cook 25
Food preparation – slow cooking 26
Care and cleaning 27
Troubleshooting 31
Technical data 33
Installation instructions 35
Environment 40
Guarantee / Custormer care 41

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Important safety instructions
These warnings are provided in the interests of
your safety. Ensure that you understand them
all before installing or using the appliance.
Your safety is of paramount importance. If you
are unsure about any of the meanings of these
warnings please contact customer care.
Installation
•The appliance must be installed according to
the instructions supplied. The installation
work must be undertaken by a competent
person as stated in the Gas Safety
(Installation & Use) Regulations current
editions and the IEE Wiring Regulations.
•The appliance should be serviced by an
authorised Service Engineer and only
genuine approved spare parts should be
used.
•It is important that the appliance is suitable
for your gas supply. Your installer should
check the rating plate.
•Make sure that a stability chain is fitted.
•The appliance must be installed in an
adequately ventilated room.
•If the appliance is to be placed on a base,
measures must be taken to prevent the
appliance from slipping.
•This appliance is heavy and care must be
taken when moving it.
•Do not attempt to lift or move this appliance
by the handles.
•All packaging, both inside and outside the
appliance must be removed before the
appliance is used.
•It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
modify the appliance in any way.
Child safety
•Do not allow children to play with any part of
the packaging.
•Do not allow children to sit or climb on the
drop down doors.
•This appliance is not intended for use by
children and other persons whose physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge prevents them
from using the appliance safely without
supervision or instruction by a responsible
person to ensure that they can use the
appliance safely.
•Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
WARNING!
Accessible parts may be hot during use.
Young children should be kept away.
During use
•This appliance is not intended to be operated
by means of an external timer or separate
remote control system.
•This appliance has been designed for
domestic use to cook edible foodstuffs only
and must not be used for any other
purposes.
•Take great care when heating fats and oils,
as they will ignite if they become too hot.
•When you are lighting any burner check that
it is lit before you leave the appliance. When
turning off a burner, do not leave the
appliance until the flame has gone out.
•Never place plastic or any other material,
which may melt in or on the oven.
•Do not leave the grill pan handle in position
when grilling, as it will become hot.

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•Always use oven gloves to remove and
replace the grill pan handle when grilling.
•Always support the grill pan when it is in the
withdrawn or partially withdrawn position.
•Always use oven gloves to remove and
place food in the oven.
•Ensure cooking utensils are large enough to
contain foods to prevent spillage and boil
over.
•The handles of saucepans, which are
smaller than the heated area on the hob, will
become hot.
•Ensure your hand is protected before
handling the pan.
•During use the appliance becomes hot. Care
should be taken to avoid touching heating
elements inside the oven.
•Ensure that all vents are not obstructed to
ensure ventilation of the oven cavity.
•Never line any part of the appliance with foil.
•Always stand back from the appliance when
opening the doors to allow any build up of
steam or heat to release.
WARNING!
Never leave the appliance unattended when
the oven door is open.
•Do not place sealed cans or aerosols inside
the oven. They may explode if they are
heated.
•Ensure that all control knobs are in the off
position when not in use.
•Do not stand on the appliance or on the
open oven doors.
•Do not hang towels, dishcloths or clothes
from the appliance or its handles.
•Do not use this appliance if it is in contact
with water.
•Never operate it with wet hands.
Cleaning and maintenance
WARNING!
For hygiene and safety reasons this
appliance should be kept clean at all times.
A build-up of fat or other foodstuff could
result in a fire especially in the grill pan.
•Do not leave the cookware-containing
foodstuff, e.g. fat or oil in the appliance in
case it is inadvertently switched on.
•Do not disconnect the appliance from the
gas supply if the supply pipe does not have a
bayonet connection as described in the
installation section. If this is the case contact
the person who installed the appliance.
•Always allow the appliance to cool before
switching off at the wall before carrying out
any cleaning/maintenance work.
•Only clean this appliance in accordance with
the instructions given in this book.
•Never use steam or high-pressure steam
cleaners to clean the appliance.

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Product description
Control panel
Top oven / Grill
Main oven
Controls and their functions
1
Hob controls Hob controls Main oven
temperature control Top oven / Grill
temperature control
Electronic
timer Ignition switch

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Before using the appliance
Rating plate
•This is usually situated on the front frame of
the appliance and can be seen upon opening
either the main or top oven door.
Alternatively the rating plate may also be
found on the back or top of some models
(where applicable).
•The appliance must be protected by a
suitably rated fuse or circuit breaker.
•The rating of the appliance is given on the
rating plate.
•Do not remove the rating plate from the
appliance as this may invalidate the
guarantee.
Preparing to use your appliance
•Wipe over the base of the oven(s) with a soft
cloth using hot soapy water. Wash the
furniture before use.
•We suggest that you run the oven(s) and grill
for 10 – 15 minutes at maximum
temperature, to burn off any residue from
their surfaces. Accessible parts may become
hotter than in normal use. Children should be
kept away. During this period an odour may
be emitted, it is therefore advisable to open a
window for ventilation.
The cooling fan for the controls
•The cooling fan comes on immediately when
the grill/top oven is switched on and after a
short time when the main oven is in use. It
may run on after the controls are switched
off until the appliance has cooled.
•During the initial period the cooling fan may
turn on and off, this is quite normal.
WARNING!
Always allow the cooling fan to cool the
appliance down before switching off at
the wall prior to carrying out any
cleaning or maintenance work.
Condensation and steam
•When food is heated it produces steam
similar to a boiling kettle. The vents allow
some of this steam to escape. However,
always stand back from the appliance when
opening the door(s) to allow any build up of
steam or heat to release.
•If the steam comes into contact with a cool
surface on the outside of the appliance, e.g.
a trim, it will condense and produce water
droplets. This is quite normal and is not
caused by a fault on the appliance.
•To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe
away condensation and foodstuff from
surfaces.
•For your safety wall coverings at the rear of
the appliance should be securely fixed to the
wall.
Cookware
•Do not use baking trays larger than 30cm x
30cm (12” x 12”) as they will restrict the
circulation of heat and may affect
performance.

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Grill and oven furniture
•The following items of grill and oven furniture
have been supplied with the appliance. If
you require replacements of any of the items
listed below please contact your local service
force centre.
1 grill pan
1 grill pan handle
1 grill pan grid
1 straight shelf
(For grilling and top oven cooking)
2 straight shelves
(For main oven cooking)

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The electronic timer
This oven has a 24-hour clock. In the event of an interuption of the electricity
supply, the clock will stop and you will not be able
to use the main oven.
To set the time of day
When the electricity is
first switched on, the
display will show
12.00 and the time
indicator neon will
flash.
+
Press the increase
buttons until the
correct time is
showing.
+
If necessary press the
decrease button to
help set the correct
time.
+
The time indicator
neon will flash for 5
seconds then go out.
IMPORTANT!
The increase and decrease control buttons
operate slowly at first and then more rapidly. They
should be pressed separately.
To set the countdown
The 'Countdown' gives an audible reminder at the
end of any period of cooking.
+
+
Press the selector control button until the
countdown indicator neon is illuminated and the
display reads 0.00
+
+
Press the increase button. Release the button
once the interval to be timed is reached e.g. 30
minutes.

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If necessary press the
decrease button to
achieve the correct
time interval.
IMPORTANT!
This must be
completed within 5
seconds of first
pressing the selector
control button
During the operation
of the countdown the
remaining time period
will show in the
display
At the end of the
timed period a sound
will be heard
intermittently for up to
2 minutes.
+
The sound can be
stopped by pressing
any button.
To cancel the countdown
+
Press the selector
control button until the
countdown indicator
neon flashes.
+
Press the decrease
button until 0.00 is
shown in the display.
+
The countdown
indicator neon will
continue to flash for a
few seconds and then
return to the time of
day.
Setting the oven timer control
Only the main oven can be automatically timed.
When using the timer control for the very first
time, it is advisable to let it operate while you
are at home.
The display can be checked to show that it is
operating correctly and you will feel confident to
leave a meal to cook automatically in the future.

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To set the timer to switch on and off automatically
Ensure the electricity supply is switched on and
that the correct time of day is displayed. Place food in oven.
+
To set the length of
cooking time. Press
the Selector Control
button until the cook
time indicator neon is
illuminated.
+
Press the increase
control until the
required length of
cooking time is
displayed.
If necessary press the
decrease control until
the correct time
interval is achieved.
Release the buttons.
The cook time
indicator neon will be
illuminated.
IMPORTANT!
Remember, this must be completed within 5
seconds of first pressing the Selector Control
button.
+
To set the 'End Time'.
Press the Selector
Control button until
the 'End Time'
indicator neon flashes.
+
Press the increase
control button until the
required stop time is
displayed.
+
If necessary press the
decrease control until
the required time
interval is achieved.
Release the buttons.
The time of day will be
displayed after 5
seconds. The cook
time and end time
indicator neons will be
illuminated.

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Set the main oven control to the gas mark 9
then imediately set to the required temperature.
To set the timer to switch off only
Ensure the electricity supply is switched on and
that the correct time of day is displayed. Place food in oven.
+
To set the length of
cooking time. Press
the Selector Control
button until the cook
time indicator neon is
illuminated.
+
Press the increase
control until the
required length of
cooking time is
displayed.
If necessary press the
decrease control until
the correct time
interval is achieved.
Release the buttons.
The cook time
indicator neon will be
illuminated and the
time of day will be
displayed after 5
seconds.
Set the main oven control to the gas mark 9
then imediately set to the required temperature.
To check the remaining cook time during the
cooking period, press the selector control button
once.

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To cancel an automatic programme
+
Press the selector
control button until the
cook time indicator
neon flashes.
+
Press the decrease
button until 0.00 is
shown in the display.
The cook time
indicator neon will
continue to flash for a
few seconds and then
return to the time of
day.
Turn off the oven
controls.
To return the appliance to manual
At the end of a timed cooking period, the 'End
Time' indicator neon will flash and an alarm will
sound for up to 2 minutes.
+
To stop the sound,
press any of the three
buttons.
+
The display will return
to the time of day.
Turn the control knob to the off position. This is
shown by a 0.
Things to note
In the event of an interruption of the electricity
supply, the timer will reset it self to zero and all
programming will be cancelled.
Your timer has an energy save mode which allows
you to switch the display off. For setting details
please refer to the environmental chapter of this
manual.
Automatic cooking
It is advisable to leave food in the oven for as short a
time as possible before automatic cooking. Always
ensure commercially prepared food is well within its
use by date and that home prepared food is fresh and
of good quality.
When cooking is complete, do not leave food to stand
in the oven, but remove and cool it quickly if the food
is not to be consumed immediately. Always ensure
food in the oven has been covered before cooking if it
is not possible to remove food immediately after
cooking.

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The hob
The gas hob has different burner sizes to suit
different types of cooking.
To ensure maximum burner efficiency only use
pots and pans with flat bases appropriate to the
burner size used.
The largest pan, which you should use on any
burner, is 230mm (9") and the smallest pan
should not measure less than 100mm (4").
WARNING!
Ensure the pan supports are correctly fitted
before using the hob.
To light the hob burners
The hob ignition works by means of an electric spark system
Push in and turn the
control knob to the
highest setting.
Press the ignition
button immediately.
When the burner has lit release the control and
ignition button, adjust the setting as required
WARNING!
If the ignition button is not pressed
immediately a build up of gas may cause the
flame to spread.
To turn off any burner
Turn the control knob to the off position. This is
shown by a 0.

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WARNING!
If you close the lid of the appliance while any
of the hotplate burners are lit, the gas will go
out. This is because it would be dangerous
if the burners stayed on when the lid was
closed.
WARNING!
Always use the control knob to turn off a
burner. Do not use the lid as a cut-off
device. This will only cut off the gas when
the lid is closed. The gas will flow again
when the lid is opened.
WARNING!
When lighting any burner, ensure that it is lit
before you leave the appliance.
When turning off a burner, ensure the flame
has gone out before leaving the appliance.
Things to note
If you are having any difficulty lighting a hob
burner turn all the hob controls off and make
sure the burner parts have been replaced
correctly.
Hints and tips
•Do not overfill pans or they will boil over.
•Do not use pans with very heavy handles,
which cause the pan to tip.
•The hob surface should be allowed to cool
before closing the lid.
WARNING!
Place pans on the centre of the burners.
Position pans so the handles cannot be
accidentally knocked or overhang the
appliance. Lift pans on and off the pan
supports. Do not slide them across the hob.
•Any spillage should be removed from the lid
before opening.
•Do not leave accidental spillage on the hob
or removable parts. The spillage should be
wiped up and the parts washed and carefully
dried as soon as the hob, pan supports and
burner parts are cool enough to touch.
•A flat-based Wok will stand stable on the pan
supports. If you use a round Wok with a
collar support, the collar must be the open
wirework type otherwise the performance of
the burner will be affected.
WARNING!
Take care to avoid burns and scalds when
reaching across the hotplate.
WARNING!
Take extra care when deep fat frying, do not
cover the pan with a lid. Do not leave a pan
unattended. If the pan catches fire, leave it
where it is and turn off all controls. Place a
damp cloth or a fitting lid over the pan to
smother the flames. Never put water on the
fire. Leave to cool for 30 minutes.
WARNING!
Do not use the lid as a work surface or
chopping board. This could damage the
glass and reduce it’s strength.
IMPORTANT!
Do not allow hot pans or baking trays to
touch the controls as damage may occur.

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The grill
CAUTION!
Accessible parts may be hot when the grill is
in use. Young children should be kept away.
IMPORTANT!
When you first operate the grill you may hear
some sounds as the burner heats up, this is
quite normal and is not a fault on the appliance.
Using the grill
Fully open the door before lighting the grill.
Push in and turn the
control knob to the
highest setting.
Press the ignition
button immediately.
When the burner has lit release the control and
ignition button, adjust the setting as required
WARNING!
The grill door must be left open when
grilling.
Things to note
•Some smoke from fat splashes may be
evident as the grill cleans itself.
•The cooling fan for the controls may operate
after a time.
•The shelf in the grill/top oven is different from
the shelves in the main oven. Only use the
shelf with the large solid metal plate in the
grill/top oven.
WARNING!
Never cover the grill pan or grid with foil as
this can lead to grill fires.
To turn off the grill
Turn the control knob to the off position. This is
shown by a 0.
WARNING!
The grill door is fitted with a shut off valve.
This will cut off the gas when the door is
closed. The gas will flow again when the
door is opened. Always ensure that the grill
control is in the off position before closing
the door.

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The grill pan and handle
The grill pan has a removable handle. Attach and remove as described below
To attach. Press the
button on the handle
with the thumb and
insert the lip into the
widest part of the
bracket.
Slide the handle
towards the left and
release the button.
To Remove. Press
the button on the
handle with the thumb
and slide the handle
towards the right.
Release the button.
WARNING!
Ensure the handle is properly located.
Place the grill pan on the shelf so that the pan is
positioned centrally beneath the grill. Ensure
that the cut out on the underside of the handle
bracket locates between the bars of the shelf
and over the cross bar on the shelf.
WARNING!
Protect your hands when removing the grill
pan handle. Always remove the grill pan
handle during grilling.
IMPORTANT!
To check the progress of the food being grilled,
the grill pan should be withdrawn on the shelf to
attend to food during cooking.

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Hints and tips
•Most foods should be placed on the grid in
the grill pan to allow maximum circulation of
air to lift the food out of the fats and juices.
•Adjust the grid and grill pan runner position
to allow for different thicknesses of food.
•Food should be thoroughly dried before
grilling to minimise splashing. Brush lean
meats and fish lightly with a little oil or
melted butter to keep them moist during
cooking.
•Accompaniments such as tomatoes and
mushrooms may be placed underneath the
grid when grilling meats.
•When toasting bread use the shelf in position
1 with the grid in the high position.
•Preheat the grill on a full setting for a few
minutes before sealing steaks or toasting.
Adjust the heat setting and the shelf as
necessary during cooking.
•The food should be turned over during
cooking as required.
Grilling chart
FOOD GRILL TIME (mins in total)
Bacon Rashers 5 - 6
Beef Burgers 10 - 15
Chicken Joints 30 - 40
Lamb Chops 15 - 20
Pork Chops 20 - 30
Whole Trout/Mackerel 15 - 25
Plaice/Cod Fillets 10 - 15
Kebabs 20 - 30
Kidneys – Lamb/Pig 8 - 12
Liver – Lamb/Pig 10 - 20
Sausages 20 - 30
Steak – Rare 6 - 12
Steak – Medium 12 - 16
Steak – Well Done 14 - 20
Toasted Sandwiches 3 - 4
IMPORTANT!
The times quoted above are given as a guide
and should be adjusted to suit personal taste.
Adjust the grill setting and the grill pan grid to
suite diferent thicknesses of food.

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The top oven
The top oven is the smaller of the two ovens. It
is designed for cooking smaller quantities of
food. Place single dishes on the centre of the
shelf
The top oven is also ideal for use as warming
compartment to warm dishes and keep food hot.
Use the top oven when you want to warm
plates. Use the lowest setting on the top oven
temperature control.
Preheating
When you need to preheat the oven, we
recommend you do so for 20 minutes.
For recipes needing high temperatures, e.g.
bread, pastries, scones, soufflés etc., best
results are achieved if the oven is preheated
first. For best results when cooking frozen or
cooked chilled ready meals always preheat the
oven first.
Using the top oven
Fully open the door before lighting the top oven.
Push in the control
knob and turn it to gas
mark 1
Press the ignition
button immediately.
When the burner has lit release the button.
There will only be small flames at first, adjust
the setting as required
IMPORTANT!
Do not close the door until the burner is showing large flames.
To turn the top oven off
Turn the control knob to the off position. This is
shown by a 0.

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Things to note
•The cooling fan for the controls may
operate after a time.
WARNING!
Do not place dishes, tins and trays directly
on the oven base as it becomes very hot and
damage will occur.
To fit the top oven shelf
Only use the shelf with the large solid metal
plate at the rear of the shelf in the top oven.
The shelf should be fitted with the straight rods
uppermost on the frame and the forms towards
the back of the oven. If not fitted correctly the
anti-tilt and safety stop mechanism will be
affected.
Hints and tips
•Arrange the shelves in the required
positions before switching the oven on.
Shelf positions are counted from the top
downwards.
1
2
•Ensure that food is placed centrally on the
shelf and there is sufficient room around
the baking tray/dish to allow for maximum
circulation.
•Do not push dishes too far back as food
will burn if it overhangs the burner flame
•Stand dishes on a suitably sized baking
tray on the shelf to prevent spillage onto
the oven base and to help reduce cleaning.
•The material and finish of the baking tray
and dishes used affect base browning.
Enamelware, dark, heavy or non-stick
utensils increase base browning. Shiny
aluminium or polished steel trays reflect the
heat away and give less base browning.
•Do not place baking trays directly on the
oven base as it interferes with the oven air
circulation and can lead to base burning;
use the lower shelf position.
•For economy leave the door open for the
shortest possible time, particularly when
placing food into a pre-heated oven.
WARNING!
Do not place cookware and cooking pots
with rough bases e.g. cast iron on the oven
door as damage to the glass may occur.

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The main oven
Heat zones
There are zones of heat within the oven. The
temperature in the middle is the gas mark you
have chosen. The top of the oven is slightly
hotter and the lower shelf slightly cooler. The
base of the oven is quite a lot cooler. You can
make use of these heat zones when you are
cooking foods requiring different temperatures
all at the same time.
If you are cooking more than one tray of similar
items, for example cakes or biscuits, swap the
trays during cooking or you can remove the top
tray when the food is cooked and move the
lower tray to the higher shelf to finish cooking.
Preheating
When you need to preheat the oven, we
recommend you do so for 20 minutes.
For recipes needing high temperatures, e.g.
bread, pastries, scones, soufflés etc., best
results are achieved if the oven is preheated
first. For best results when cooking frozen or
cooked chilled ready meals always preheat the
oven first.
To fit the main oven shelves
The shelf should be fitted with the straight rods
uppermost on the frame and the forms towards
the back of the oven.
To remove a shelf slide the shelf towards you
until the shelf stop is reached. Tilt shelf up at
the front so that the stops clear the side
supports. Lift shelf clear.
To install a shelf, reverse the above steps.
Using the main oven
Fully open the door before lighting the main oven.
Push in the control
knob and turn it to gas
mark 9.
When the burner has
lit release the
control knob.
There will only be
small flames at first.
When the burner is
showing large flames,
adjust the setting as
required.
IMPORTANT!
Do not close the door
until the burner is
showing large flames.