Zanussi ZCE 7500 User manual

ELECTRIC
DOUBLE OVEN
AND GRILL
ZCE 7500
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

MODEL NO. ZCE 7500
Voltage: 230/240 Volts AC 50 Hz
Wattage: 11.9/13.0 kW
Height: 900 mm
Width: 550 mm
Depth: 600 mm
This appliance complies with: European Council Directive 73/23/EEC.
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
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Technical Details ................................................................................. 2
Contents ......................................................................................... 3
Preface ........................................................................................... 5
Safety ............................................................................................. 6
Before Installation ........................................................................... 6
During Operation ........................................................................... 6
After Use ................................................................................... 7
General .................................................................................... 7
Introduction ...................................................................................... 8
Rating Plate ................................................................................ 8
Installation .................................................................................. 8
Reversible Main Oven Door ................................................................. 9
General Notes on using your Cooker ........................................................ 9
About Condensation and Steam ............................................................. 9
The Cooling Fan for the Controls ............................................................ 9
Grill and Oven Furniture ..................................................................... 9
Getting to Know Your Cooker ................................................................... 10
The Control Panel ......................................................................... 10
The Timer ................................................................................. 11
The Sealed Hotplates ............................................................................ 14
Recommended Saucepans ................................................................. 14
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 14
Deep Fat Frying ................................................................................. 15
Preserving ....................................................................................... 15
The Dual Grill .................................................................................... 16
Uses of the Grill ........................................................................... 16
Selecting the Grill .......................................................................... 16
Things to Note ............................................................................. 16
The Grill Pan and Handle ................................................................... 16
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 17
Grilling Chart .............................................................................. 17
The Top Oven ................................................................................... 18
Uses of the Top Oven ...................................................................... 18
Selecting the Top Oven .................................................................... 18
Things to Note ............................................................................. 18
To Fit the Top Oven Shelf .................................................................. 18
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 19
Automatic Cooking ......................................................................... 19
The Main Fan Oven .............................................................................. 20
Uses of the Fan Oven ...................................................................... 20
Selecting the Fan Oven .................................................................... 20
Things to Note ............................................................................. 20
To Fit the Main Oven Shelves .............................................................. 21
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 21
Automatic Cooking ......................................................................... 21
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CONTENTS

Oven Cooking Chart ............................................................................. 22
Roasting Chart .................................................................................. 23
Defrost Feature .................................................................................. 24
Uses of Defrost Feature .................................................................... 24
Selecting Defrost .......................................................................... 24
Things to Note ............................................................................. 24
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 24
Care and Cleaning ............................................................................... 25
Cleaning Materials ......................................................................... 25
Cleaning the Sealed Hotplates and Hotplate Trims .......................................... 25
Things To Note ............................................................................ 25
Cleaning the Outside of the Cooker ......................................................... 25
Cleaning the Grill Deflector, Grill Pan, Grill Pan Grid, and Oven Shelves ..................... 26
Cleaning Inside the Grill/Oven Compartments ............................................... 26
Care of Stayclean Surfaces ................................................................ 26
Replacing the Oven Light Bulb .............................................................. 27
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 27
Something not Working? ........................................................................ 28
Service and Spare Parts ......................................................................... 29
Guarantee Conditions ........................................................................... 30
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CONTENTS

Dear Customer,
Thank you for buying a Zanussi cooker. With our experience in developing
and manufacturing the very best in U.K. cookers, you can be assured that you
have purchased a hard working, reliable, quality product.
Zanussi cookers comply with British Standard safety and performance
requirements. They have been approved by BEAB (British Electrotechnical
Approvals Board) and are covered by a 12 month parts and labour guarantee.
To get the best from your new Zanussi cooker, we ask that you PLEASE
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. Particular attention should be
made to cooking times and temperatures which may differ from your previous
cooker.
It is most important that this instruction book is retained with the appliance for
future reference. Should the appliance be sold, or if you move house and
leave the appliance, always ensure that the book remains with the appliance.
This will enable the new owner to be acquainted with the functioning of the
appliance and the relevant warnings.
Please read the whole instruction book before attempting to use the appliance
ensuring you follow the recommendations given.
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PREFACE

THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN
THE INTERESTS OF YOUR SAFETY.
ENSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND
THEM ALL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
USING THE COOKER.
PLEASE
READ
CAREFULLY
BEFORE INSTALLATION
This appliance is heavy and care
must be taken when moving it.
Ensure that all packaging, both
inside and outside the appliance,
has been removed before the
appliance is used.
Do not try to move the appliance by
pulling the door handles.
The electrical installation work must
be undertaken by a qualified
electrician/competent person.
It is dangerous to alter or modify
the specifications of the product in
any way.
After installation, please dispose of
the packaging with due regard to
safety and the environment.
DURING OPERATION
Do not use this appliance if it is in
contact with water. Never operate it
with wet hands.
This appliance is designed to be
operated by adults. Young children
must not be allowed to tamper with
the product or play with the controls.
Accessible parts especially around
the grill area may become hot when
the appliance is in use. Children
should be kept away until it has
cooled.
Take great care when heating fats
and oils as they will ignite if they
become too hot.
This product has been designed for
cooking edible foodstuffs only, and
must not be used for any other
purposes.
Never place plastic or any other
material which may melt in the oven
or on the hob.
Ensure cooking utensils are large
enough to contain foods to prevent
spillages and boil overs.
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.
Take care to follow the
recommendations given for tending
the food when grilling.
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SAFETY

Always use oven gloves to remove
and replace food in the oven.
Ensure that you support the grill pan
when it is in the withdrawn or partially
withdrawn position.
Ensure that all vents are left
unobstructed to ensure ventilation of
the oven cavity.
Ensure that the anti-tilt shelves are
put in place correctly. Refer to
instructions on page 18 and 21.
Never line any part of the appliance
with aluminium foil.
Always stand back from the
appliance when opening the oven
door to allow any build up of steam
or heat to release.
Do not place sealed cans or
aerosols inside the oven. They may
explode if they are heated.
Do not leave the hotplates switched
on for long periods when not covered
by a saucepan. The controls may
overheat.
AFTER USE
Ensure that all control knobs are in
the OFF position when not in use.
For hygiene and safety reasons this
appliance should be kept clean at all
times. A build-up of fats or other
foodstuffs could result in a fire,
especially in the grill pan.
Do not leave utensils containing
foodstuffs, e.g. fat or oil in or on the
appliance in case it is inadvertently
switched ON.
Cookers and hobs become very hot,
and retain their heat for a long period
of time after use. Children should be
kept well away from the appliance
until it has cooled.
GENERAL Under no circumstances should
repairs be carried out by
inexperienced persons as this may
cause injury or serious malfunction.
This product should be serviced by
an authorised Service Engineer and
only genuine approved spare parts
should be used. Details of servicing
and repair arrangements are given on
page 28 of this book.
Do not stand on the appliance or on
the open oven door.
Do not hang towels, dishcloths or
clothes from the appliance or its
handle. They are a safety hazard.
Always allow the cooling fan to cool
the cooker down before switching off
at the wall prior to carrying out any
cleaning or maintenance work.
Only clean this appliance in
accordance with the instructions
given in this book.
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Your safety is of paramount importance.
Therefore, if you are unsure about any of the
meanings of these WARNINGS contact the:
Customer Care Department
Telephone [phone]

RATING PLATE
Record the model, product and serial numbers on the
back cover of this instruction book, from the rating
plate. This is situated on the lower front frame of the
appliance and can be seen upon opening the oven
door.
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 cooker
as this may invalidate the guarantee.
INSTALLATION
If your cooker has been damaged in transit, contact
your supplier immediately. DO NOT attempt to install
it.
Your cooker left the factory fully packaged to protect
it from damage. If it is delivered without packaging
and damage has occurred, the manufacturer cannot
accept responsibility. Contact your supplier for
advice.
Once the packaging has been removed the cooker
should only be moved by hand. DO NOT use a sack
barrow or any other aid to lift the cooker as damage
may occur.
Connection to the electricity supply must be carried
out by a qualified electrician/competent person.
The electrical connection should be made using a
double pole isolating switch (cooker socket) with at
least 3mm contact separation. The cable must have
conductors of sufficiently high cross-sectional area to
prevent overheating and deterioration.
The cable should be routed away from potentially hot
areas marked by X in the diagram below.
To move the cooker, open the main oven door and
lift the cooker by holding inside the top of the
compartment.
This is a type Y appliance which means it is
free-standing and can be fitted with cabinets on one
or both sides. It may also be fitted in a corner setting.
Side walls which are above hob level should be
protected by heat resistant non-combustible material
and MUST NOT be nearer than 40mm to the hob
side.
A nominal air gap of 2mm all around the cooker is
required to enable the cooker to be moved into
position.
A spacer has been incorporated into the back of the
appliance to ensure an air gap of 10mm is
maintained at hotplate level. Tiles or other forms of
deep wall covering should not obscure this gap.
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WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
INTRODUCTION
Six square millimetres (6.00mm²) is the recommended
cross-section area.

Overhanging surfaces or a cooker hood should be a
minimum of 685mm above the hob.
It is important to ensure that the appliance is level
after installation. Levelling feet are fitted to the front
of the appliance to accommodate uneven floors.
REVERSIBLE MAIN OVEN DOOR
If you require the oven door to be hinged on the
opposite side, you will need to contact a qualified
Service Engineer. PLEASE NOTE that a charge will
be made. See the enclosed Customer Care Booklet.
GENERAL NOTES ON USING YOUR
COOKER
We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 -
15 minutes at 220°C to burn off any residue from
their surfaces.
The procedure should be repeated with the grill for
approximately 5 - 10 minutes.
During this period an odour may be emitted, it is
therefore advisable to open a window for ventilation.
ABOUT CONDENSATION AND STEAM
When food is heated it produces steam similar to a
boiling kettle. The ovens are vented to allow some of
this steam to escape. However, always stand back
from the appliance when opening the oven door 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 also soilage from surfaces.
For your safety wallcoverings at the rear of the
appliance should be securely fixed to the wall.
THE COOLING FAN FOR THE
The cooling fan comes on immediately when the grill
or top oven are switched on and after a time when
the main fan oven is in use. The operation of the
cooling fan is temperature dependent in the case of
the main oven and the cooling fan may not switch in
at all at low temperature settings or where the main
oven has only been used for a short time.
The cooling fan may run on after the control knobs
have been switched off until the cooker has cooled.
If an automatic programme has been set the cooling
fan does not come on until the cooktime begins.
Do not switch the cooker off at its power point until
the cooling fan has cooled the cooker down.
GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE
The following items of oven furniture have been
supplied with the cooker:
1 grill pan
1 grill pan handle
1 grill pan grid
1 grill deflector
1 cranked shelf for
grilling and top oven
cooking only
3 straight shelves
for main oven cooking
The grill deflector sits above the grill element and
prevents fat splashing onto the grill roof.
The deflector may be easily removed for cleaning.
Scuffing of the Stayclean main oven lining by the
oven furniture pack may occur during transit. These
marks will disappear after the oven elements have
been burnt off for the first time.
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CONTROLS

THE CONTROL PANEL
FEATURES
A - Programmer
B - Main Oven Temperature Control
C - Main Oven Indicator Neon
D - Top Oven Temperature Control
E - Top Oven Indicator Neon
F - Dual Grill Control
G - Hotplate Controls
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COOKER
A B D F
C E G

THE PROGRAMMER
KEY
A AUTO DISPLAY
B MINUTE MINDER BUTTON
C COOKING HOURS BUTTON
D STOP TIME BUTTON
E COOKING SYMBOL
F MANUAL SELECTOR BUTTON
G DECREASE CONTROL
H INCREASE CONTROL
NOTE:
STEPS 1 AND 2 BELOW MUST BE
FOLLOWED BEFORE THE OVEN
WILL OPERATE MANUALLY.
1. SET THE TIME OF DAY
When the cooker is first switched on at the wall the
display flashes. (See Fig.1).
Press buttons ( ) and ( ) together then press
( + ) button until the time of day shows in the
display.
The auto symbol will go out and the cooking symbol
( ) will light (Fig.2).
2. THE MINUTE MINDER
The minute minder gives an audible reminder at the
end of any period of cooking up to 23 hrs 59 mins.
To set press ( ) symbol and the display shows
0.00 as Fig.3.
Then press ( + ) button until the display shows the
interval you want to time e.g. 5 mins. Display will
read as Fig.4.
At the end of the timed period an audible signal will
sound for up to 7 mins the sound can be stopped by
pressing any of the four left-hand side buttons. The
display will revert back to the time of day after a few
seconds and the bell symbol will go out (Fig.5).
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THE PROGRAMMER
Fig.1
Fig.2
Fig.3
Fig.4
Fig.5

3. TO SET THE OVEN TIMER CONTROL
TO SWITCH ON AND OFF
AUTOMATICALLY
A) TO SWITCH ON AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY
i) Ensure time of day is set
ii) Place food in the oven
iii) Set the length of cooking time by pressing ( )
button and then ( + ) button until the length of
cooking time is displayed e.g. 2 hrs 15 mins.
(Fig.6).
iv) The auto symbol and the cookpot symbol will
glow. The display then reverts back to the time
of day after a few seconds (Fig.7).
v) To set the stop time press the ( ) button, this
shows 12.23 as being the earliest possible end
time.
Press the ( + ) button until the required stop
time is displayed e.g. 12.30 (Fig.8).
vi) After a few seconds the time of day will show in
the display. (Fig.9)
vii) Set the oven control to the required temperature
and select the correct multifunction mode. The
oven neon indicator light should be OFF and
the AUTO display will glow.
NOTE
When the automatic timed period starts the oven
neon indicator will turn ON and OFF during cooking.
B) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH OFF ONLY
i) Ensure the time of day is displayed.
ii) Place the food in the oven.
iii) Set the length of cooking time by pressing ( )
button and then ( + ) button until the length of
cooking time is displayed e.g. 2 hrs 15 mins.
(Fig.10).
The auto symbol and the cookpot symbol will
glow, the display then reverts back to the time
of day after 5 seconds.
iv) Set the oven control to the required temperature
and select the correct multifunction mode. The
oven neon indicator will light.
v) To check the stop time during cooking press the
( ) button and the stop time will be displayed.
4. RETURNING THE COOKER BACK TO
MANUAL OR TO CANCEL A AUTO-
MATIC PROGRAMME
At the end of a auto period, the oven will switch off,
an audible sound will be heard and the auto symbol
will flash in the display.
Press ( ) button and the auto display will go out
and the cooking symbol will light (Fig.11).
Turn the oven control and selector ON to check that
the oven operates manually.
The oven neon indicator light will glow. Turn all the
oven controls OFF.
No neon indicators should be illuminated.
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Fig.6
Fig.7
Fig.8
Fig.9
Fig.10
Fig.11

5. THINGS TO NOTE
The time of day cannot be altered whilst the auto
symbol is lit.
A programme may be cancelled by pressing ( )
button and ( - ) button until 0.00 is displayed to
remind you to reset the cooker to manual.
You can change the audible signal to three different
tones. Press the ( - ) button to choose the tone
you would like. At the end of the timed period it will
bleep to the tone you selected.
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l To operate the hotplates turn the control knobs in
either direction to vary the heat setting.
l The highest number represents the hottest
setting and the lowest represents the coolest
setting. Choose a setting appropriate to the
quantity and type of food to be cooked.
RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS
For speed and economy only good quality
saucepans with flat bases and close fitting lids are
recommended.
To check the flatness of the saucepan, place a ruler
across the pan base, hold at eye level and look for
light showing. There should be very little or no light
visible between the ruler and the pan base.
The size of the base of the saucepan should be the
same or up to 3cm/1 inch larger than the hotplate. If
the base is too small, energy will be wasted,
boilovers will also be more difficult to deal with as
spillage will fall directly onto the hotplate.
Pressure cookers, preserving pans, etc., should
comply with the recommendations given above.
Traditional round-bottomed Woks must not be used
even with a stand. Woks with flat-bottomed bases
are available and do comply with the above
recommendations.
HINTS AND TIPS
l Avoid the use of decorative covers as they
can cause condensation to form on the
hotplates which may lead to deterioration.
l Follow any guidelines provided by the
saucepan manufacturer, particularly those
relating to recommended heat settings.
l Avoid using thin, badly dented or distorted
saucepans as they can lead to sticking and
burning of food.
l To prolong the life of the hotplates:-
l Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket
l Never use an asbestos mat
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BEFORE USING THE HOTPLATES FOR THE FIRST TIME
Turn the control knob to a medium/high setting and allow the hotplate to heat, uncovered by a saucepan for 3-5
minutes. This hardens the protective coating on the hotplates, and makes it more resistant to normal use. A
harmless smoke will be given off from the hotplates.
THE SEALED HOTPLATES

DEEP FAT FRYING
SPECIAL FRYING NOTE:
For safety purposes when deep fat frying, fill the pan
one-third full of oil, DO NOT cover the pan with a lid
and DO NOT leave the pan unattended. In the
unfortunate event of a fire, switch OFF at the
electricity supply and cover the pan with a lid or
damp cloth to assist in smothering the flames.
DO NOT use water on the fire. Leave the pan to cool
for at least 30 minutes before moving it.
DO NOT leave the fat or oil in the frying pan on the
hob to store it in case the hob is inadvertently
switched ON.
1. Preparing the food
Seal the food by coating with flour, egg and
breadcrumbs or batter. Do not use a basket with
batter coated foods as they will stick.
2. Amount of oil
For safety purposes fill the pan only one-third full
of oil.
3. Testing the temperature of the oil
It is advisable to use a thermometer to test the
temperature of the oil. Alternatively, drop a small
cube of bread into the oil which should brown in
just under a minute if the oil is at the correct
temperature of 190°C/375°F.
4. Cooking the food
Lower the food gently into the oil. Do not add too
much food at once or the temperature of the oil
will be reduced and may result in soggy, greasy
food.
Turn the food if necessary; doughnuts float to the
surface so will not brown on the upperside if not
turned. Once cooked, drain the food on
absorbent paper.
5. Double frying chips
Double frying will ensure good chips. First fry the
chips for a few minutes at 170°C/340°F to seal
the outside. Remove the chips from the oil.
Increase the temperature of the oil to
190°C/375°F to finish cooking and brown the
chips.
Chips may be kept for several hours after the first
frying before finishing off with the second frying.
6. Frying temperatures Celsius Fahrenheit
Scale (oC) Scale (oF)
150 300
First frying of potatoes 170 340
175 350
180 360
Second frying of potatoes 190 375
Frying chicken and fish 195 380
200 390
PRESERVING
1. DO NOT use a pan that overlaps the perimeter of
the hob trim.
2. To allow for a full rolling boil, the pan should be
no more than one third full when all the
ingredients have been added. It is better to use
two pans rather than overfill one, or use half
quantities.
3. Use firm fruit or vegetables and wash well before
using.
4. Preserving sugar gives clear jam, however
granulated sugar is cheaper and gives equally
good flavour.
5. Crystallization may be caused if sugar is not
completely dissolved before bringing jam to the
boil. Over boiling will affect the flavour, setting
properties and colour of the jam.
6. To test jam for setting:
If a jam thermometer is available, boil jam to
104°C. Marmalade should be boiled to 106°C.
If a jam thermometer is not available, remove
pan from heat, place sample of jam on a cold
dish and cool quickly (i.e. in a freezer or frozen
food storage compartment of a refrigerator).
When cold, it will crinkle and hold the mark of a
finger run through it, if it is ready.
7. The scum should be removed as soon as
possible after setting, but marmalade should be
allowed to cool before potting to prevent the peel
rising.
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l To operate the dual grill, turn the grill control
clockwise for full area grilling, and anti-clockwise
for centre section grilling only. The highest
number represents the hottest setting and the
lowest the coolest setting.
l The cooling fan will operate immediately in
conjunction with the grill.
THINGS TO NOTE
THE GRILL DOOR MUST BE LEFT OPEN DURING
GRILLING.
If the grill door is accidentally closed during grilling, a
safety device incorporated in the appliance will cut
out the grill to indicate to the user there is a fault.
This will occur after approximately 10 minutes.
The cranked shelf MUST only be used in the grill
compartment, but a straight shelf from the main oven
may be used to provide alternative positions.
Some smoke from fat splashes may be evident as
the grill cleans itself.
The top oven cannot be operated when the grill is in
use. If the grill and top oven controls are selected at
the same time, only the top oven will operate.
The outer grill element may appear to glow slightly
brighter than the inner element. This is quite normal.
THE GRILL PAN AND HANDLE
The grill pan is supplied with a removable handle.
To attach the handle, place the wirework under the
cut out in the pan so that the metal plate hooks over
the top of the grill pan.
Slide the handle to the left and over the central bump
on the grill pan.
Ensure the handle is correctly located. It is not
necessary to remove the grill pan handle during
grilling.
To remove the handle, slide the handle to the right
and lift the handle away from the cut out on the grill
pan.
Place the grill pan on the shelf so that the pan is
positioned centrally beneath the grill.
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USES OF THE GRILL
CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD
BE KEPT AWAY.
The grill is a dual circuit grill which means that the full area of the grill can be used or for economy purposes, the
centre section only can be used when cooking smaller quantities of food.
SELECTING THE GRILL
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THE DUAL GRILL

HINTS AND TIPS
l In order to become acquainted with the
performance of the Dual Grill it is advisable to
check food regularly when grilling.
l 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.
l Adjust the height of the grilling grid and grill pan
runner position to allow for different foods.
l Accompaniments such as tomatoes and
mushrooms may be placed underneath the grid
when grilling meats.
l When toasting bread use the cranked shelf in
position 2 with the grid in the high position.
l 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.
l The food should be turned over during cooking
as required.
l When using the centre section of the dual grill,
ensure food is positioned centrally on the grill pan
grid in the grill pan.
NOTE
If you require an additional handle for your grill pan,
this can be ordered from your local Zanussi Service
Force Centre by quoting part number 311479800.
GRILLING CHART
FOOD SHELF GRILL TIME
(mins)
Bacon Rashers
Beefburgers
Chicken Joints
Chops - Lamb
Pork
Fish - Whole
Trout/Mackerel
Fillets - Plaice/Cod
Kebabs
Kidneys - Lamb/Pig
Liver - Lamb/Pig
Sausages
Steaks - Rare
Medium
Well Done
Toasted Sandwiches
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2 crk.
2-3 each side
6-10 each side
15-20 each side
7-10 each side
10-15 each side
8-12 each side
4-6 each side
10-15 each side
4-6 each side
5-10 each side
10-15 each side
3-6 each side
6-8 each side
7-10 each side
1¼-1½ each side
crk. = cranked shelf
Shelf positions are counted from the bottom
upwards.
The times quoted above are given as a guide and
should be adjusted to suit personal taste.
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l Turn the top oven temperature control to the
required setting.
THINGS TO NOTE
1. The grill cannot be operated when the top oven is
in use. If the grill and top oven controls are
selected at the same time, only the top oven will
operate, although the controls for both may
illuminate.
2. The top oven indicator neon will glow until the
oven has reached the desired temperature and
then go out. It will then turn ON and OFF
showing that the oven temperature is being
maintained.
3. The cooling fan will operate immediately with the
top oven. See page 9 for more details on the
operation of the cooling fan.
TO FIT THE TOP OVEN SHELF
The cranked shelf must only be used in the top oven
compartment but a straight shelf from the main oven
may be used to provide alternative positions.
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.
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USES OF THE TOP OVEN
The top oven is the smaller of the two ovens. It is heated by elements in the top and bottom of the oven. It is
designed for cooking on one level and for smaller quantities of food. It gives especially good results if used to cook
fruit cakes, sweet or savoury flans or quiche.
The top oven is also ideal for use as a warming compartment to warm dishes and keep food hot. Use a
temperature setting of 80-100°C on the top oven control dial.
SELECTING THE TOP OVEN
THE TOP OVEN

HINTS AND TIPS
l Most cooking should be carried out using an
oven shelf positioned in one of the shelf runners.
l Larger roasts and casseroles should normally be
cooked in the main oven. However, they may be
cooked on a flat shelf from the main oven placed
on the base of the top oven provided there is
sufficient room for air circulation around the food.
l Stand dishes on a suitably sized baking tray on
the shelf to prevent spillage onto the oven base
and to help reduce cleaning.
l There should always be at least 2.5cm (1")
between the top of the food and the element.
This gives best cooking results and allows room
for rise in yeast mixtures, Yorkshire puddings,
etc.
l When cooking cakes, pastry, scones, bread, etc.,
place the tins or baking trays centrally on the
shelf directly below the element.
l DO NOT place dishes directly onto the oven
base as it becomes very hot and damage may
occur.
l The material and finish of the baking trays and
dishes will affect the degree of base browning of
the food. 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.
l DO NOT use the grill pan as a baking tray as this
will increase base browning of the food.
l Because of the smaller cooking space, lower
temperatures and shorter cooking times are
sometimes required. Be guided by the
recommendations on pages 22 and 23.
l For economy leave the door open for the
shortest possible time, particularly when placing
food into a pre-heated oven.
AUTOMATIC COOKING
If you use the automatic timer to cook food in the
top oven be guided by the recommendations
given below.
* It is advisable to leave food in the oven for as
short a time as possible before automatic
cooking.
* 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 is covered if its
not possible to remove food immediately after
cooking.
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l Turn the main oven temperature control to the
required setting. THINGS TO NOTE
1. The main oven indicator neon will glow until the
oven has reached the desired temperature and
then go out. It will turn ON and OFF periodically
during cooking showing that the temperature is
being maintained.
2. The interior oven light will come ON when the
temperature is selected.
3. The cooling fan for the controls may switch in
after a time. See page 9 for more information on
the operation of the cooling fan.
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USES OF THE FAN OVEN
PREHEATING
The fan oven quickly reaches its temperature, so it is not usually necessary to preheat the oven. Without
preheating, however, you may find you need to add an extra 5 - 10 minutes on the recommended cooking times.
For recipes needing high temperatures, e.g. bread, pastries, scones, soufflés, etc., best results are achieved if the
oven is preheated first.
COOKING TEMPERATURES
Fan oven cooking generally requires lower temperatures than conventional cooking. Follow the temperatures
recommended in the chart on page 22. As a guide reduce temperatures by about 20°C - 25°C for your own recipes.
BATCH BAKING
The fan oven cooks evenly on both shelf levels, especially useful when batch baking.
SELECTING THE FAN OVEN
THE MAIN FAN OVEN