Zanussi Microwave Oven ZM17ST User Manual

Instruction Manual  
Microwave Oven  
ZM17ST  
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Contents  
Before using your microwave oven  
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Safety instructions  
– Utensil safety  
– Testing suitability of cookware  
– Food safety  
– Oven utensils and accessories guide  
Technical data  
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Getting Started  
– Unpacking  
Installation  
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– Connecting to the mains  
How to operate your microwave oven  
– Name and function of parts  
– Turntable Installation  
– Control panel  
– Stopping and resetting your oven  
– Quick start  
– Child safety lock  
– Microwave cooking  
– Manual Defrosting  
– Microwave Power setting Guide  
– Defrosting instructions using 75W  
– Auto Defrost  
– Defrosting Tips  
– Microwave Hints  
– Care and cleaning  
– Cleaning the accessories (turntable and support)  
– Cleaning the interior  
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– Cleaning the exterior  
Guarantee Conditions  
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Thank you for having chosen a Zanussi product. We are convinced that you will find your new microwave oven  
very useful and that it will be of great help to you. As with all new kitchen appliances, it will take some time to  
learn all the new functions and features, but with time, this oven will become indispensable to you.  
Before using your Microwave Oven  
Read through the instruction manual carefully and ensure that you follow the recommendations given, these  
instructions have been prepared so that you get the best from your new Zanussi Microwave Oven.  
It is important that this instruction book is retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance  
be sold or transferred to another owner, or if you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the  
book is supplied with the appliance so that the new owner can be acquainted with the functioning of the  
appliance and the relevant warnings.  
Safety Instructions  
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.  
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 store this appliance outdoors. Do not use  
this product near water.  
Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to  
accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See the  
Cleaning and Care section for cleaning  
instructions.  
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.  
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.  
ƽ WARNING: If smoke is observed,  
switch off or unplug the appliance and  
keep the door closed in order to stifle any  
flames. Never use water.  
ƽ WARNING: If the door,  
hinges/latches or door seals are damaged,  
the microwave must not be operated until  
it has been repaired by a authorized  
service person.  
ƽ WARNING: Only allow children or  
infirm persons to use the microwave,  
without supervision, when adequate  
instructions have been given so that the  
child or infirm person is able to use the  
microwave in a safe way and understand  
the hazards of improper use.  
ƽ WARNING: It is hazardous for  
anyone except factory trained service  
personnel to service or make adjustments  
to this oven. Contact your nearest  
authorised service agent if service should  
be required.  
Utensil safety  
Do not remove the outer case, door or control  
panel at any time. Doing so may cause exposure  
to extremely high voltage.  
Install or locate this oven only in accordance with  
‘installation instructions’ found in this manual.  
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  
Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant glass-  
ware utensils are excellent for use in the micro-wave  
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.  
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Testing suitability of cookware  
Utensils should be checked to ensure they are  
suitable for use in Microwave Ovens.  
If the microwave oven has been in use for 15  
minutes or more, allow it to cool before using it  
again.  
Place the cookware in the microwave along with a  
glass half full of water. Heat on 750W (P10) 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 or  
ignition.  
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.  
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.  
The container and turntable may become hot  
during use, take great care when removing either  
from the oven. It is advisable to use an oven cloth  
or glove when doing so.  
Remember when using an aluminium foil  
container that the reheating or cooking times may  
be longer than you are used to, always ensure  
that the food is piping hot before serving.  
Food safety  
Do not heat food in a can in the microwave oven.  
Always remove the food to a suitable container.  
Deep fat frying should not be done in the  
microwave oven, because the fat temperature  
cannot be controlled, hazardous situations can  
result.  
Popcorn may be prepared in the microwave oven,  
but only in special packages or utensils designed  
specifically for this purpose. This cooking  
operation should never be unattended.  
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.  
The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars  
are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature is  
to be checked before consumption, in order to  
avoid burns.  
Use caution when removing a lid or cover from a  
dish to avoid steam burns.  
Foil containers  
ƽ WARNING: Liquids or other foods  
Shallow foil containers may safely be used to reheat  
foods in your microwave oven providing the following  
rules are observed:  
must not be heated in sealed containers  
since they are liable to explode.  
ƽ WARNING: Microwave heating of  
Foil containers should not be more than 3 cms  
(1 1/4”) deep.  
Foil lids must not be used.  
beverages can result in delayed eruptive  
boiling, therefore care must be taken when  
handling the container.  
The foil containers must be at least two-thirds full  
of food. Empty containers must never be used.  
Foil containers should be used singly in the  
microwave oven and should not be allowed to  
touch the sides. If your oven has a metal turntable  
or cooking rack, the foil container should be  
placed on an upturned oven-proof plate.  
Foil containers should never be re-used in the  
microwave oven.  
ƽ 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:  
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Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow  
necks.  
Do not force the turntable to rotate by hand. This  
may cause malfunctioning.  
Do not overheat.  
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.  
Stir the liquid before placing the container in the  
oven and again halfway through the heating time.  
Care should be taken not to obstruct any air vents  
located on the top, rear, side and bottom of the  
oven.  
After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a  
short time, stirring again before carefully removing  
the container.  
m WARNING : Do not use this oven for  
ƽ WARNING: Some products such as  
commercial purposes. This oven is made  
for domestic use only.  
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.  
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS !  
It is quite normal for steam to be emitted  
around the door, or for misting to occur on the  
door, or even for water droplets to appear  
below the door during the cooking cycle. This  
is merely condensation from the heat of the  
food and does not affect the safety of your  
oven. The door is not intended to seal  
the oven cavity completely.  
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Oven utensils and accessories guide  
A variety of Utensils and Materials may be used for cooking in your microwave oven. For your safety and to  
prevent damaging utensils and your oven choose, appropriate utensils and materials for each cooking method.  
The list below is a general guide.  
Material  
Ceramic & Glass  
Utensils  
Corning ware  
Heat resistant glass ware  
Glass ware with metal decoration  
Lead crystal glass  
Microwave Cooking  
YES  
YES  
NO  
NO  
China  
Pottery  
Plastic  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
NO  
YES  
YES  
YES  
NO  
Without metal decoration  
Microwave oven heat-proof wear  
Plastic wrap  
Metal baking pan  
Aluminium foil*  
Metal  
Paper  
Waxed Paper  
Wood  
Cups, plates, towels  
Accessories  
Turntable  
Turntable support  
YES  
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.  
Technical data  
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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.  
Connecting to the mains  
2. The oven should be installed on a flat, level  
surface. The surface must be strong enough to  
safely bear the weight (15.5 kg) of the oven, and  
the contents. To avoid the possibility of causing  
vibration or noise the oven must be in a stable  
position.  
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.  
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.  
N.B. If the oven is connected to the socket via an  
extension cord, make sure the cord is earthed.  
ƽ 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.  
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.  
ƽ WARNING: 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  
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 radio or TV, so keep them as far apart  
as possible.  
damaged, the plug must not be used until  
a replacement is obtained.  
6. If positioned in a corner, leave a gap of at least  
15 cm from the walls and 15 cm above the  
microwave.  
ƽ WARNING: It is hazardous for  
anyone other than factory trained service  
personnel to carry out any service or  
repair operation that involves the removal  
of a cover that gives protection against  
exposure to microwave energy.  
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).  
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How to operate your microwave oven  
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Name and function of parts  
Turntable installation  
1. Cooking compartment. Wipe the compartment  
clean after using the oven.  
2. Viewing window. Food can be checked while the  
microwave oven is in operation.  
3. Oven door. The door must always be firmly  
closed while cooking.  
4. Latch hook & Safety interlock system.  
5. Control panel.  
6. Turntable support. Place the support on the floor  
of the cooking chamber to support the turntable.  
7. 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.  
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.  
• This turntable rotates clockwise and anticlockwise;  
this is normal.  
8. Drive shaft for turntable.  
Turntable  
Roller rest  
Turntable Shaft  
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Control Panel  
1. Display Window  
To view either Cook time or Power level  
2. 10 Seconds  
to set 10 seconds of cooking time or to set  
0.1 Kg of weight during defrost by weight.  
3. 1 Minute  
to set 1 minute of cooking time or to set  
1.0 Kg of weight during defrost by weight.  
4. 10 Minutes  
to set 10 minutes of cooking time.  
5. Power setting button  
To set the desired power level  
6. Start / Reset  
To Start, Stop and Reset the product.  
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Stopping and resetting your oven  
If you would like to stop the oven during cooking without opening the door, press and hold the Start/Reset  
button for 3 seconds, alternatively you can open the door to stop the oven.  
To continue cooking, touch Start.  
Should food be removed from the oven before the set cooking time is completed, touch Start/Reset button  
once with the door open to reset the oven.  
Quick Start  
The microwave oven includes a programme which gives you one minute of full power (750W) by touching the  
’ Start / Reset ’ button. A maximum time of 30 minutes may be set using this feature.  
This is a convenient feature when in a hurry and is ideal for quickly reheating small quantities of liquid such as  
forgotten cup of coffee, or mug of soup or a small food portion which has cooled slightly before serving.  
To set:  
1.  
Touch the Start/Reset button.  
Repeated pressing of the Start button will add 1 minute to the Cook/Reheat time Ensure liquids are stirred and  
check that food is piping hot before serving – if necessary repeat the Start +1 minute programme.  
Child safety lock  
This oven has a safety feature which prevents the accidental running of the oven by a child. After the lock has  
been set, no part of the microwave oven will operate until the child lock feature has been cancelled.  
To set:  
1.  
Press and hold both the ’ 1min / 1.0Kg ’ and the ’ 10 Sec / 01.Kg ’ button for 2 seconds.  
To cancel the child lock, simply press and hold both the ’ 1min / 1.0Kg ’ and the ’ 10 Sec / 01.Kg ’  
button for 2 seconds.  
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Microwave Cooking  
1. Open the door, place the food on the turntable.  
Close the door.  
To turn off the oven during this cooking mode, simply  
touch hold the ’ Start / Reset ’ button.  
2. Press the Power setting button until the desired  
power level is reached.  
Note: After use, be sure to press the  
’ Start / Reset ’ button whilst the door is open as  
this will ensure that you have reset the  
microwave.  
3. Set the desired time by pressing the required time  
buttons.  
4. Press Start (The oven begins cooking.)  
Example: To cook at ’ P 5 ’ (375W) for 15 minutes  
1. Press the ’ Power ’ button three times ( ’ P 5 ’ should now be showing in the display window ).  
2. Press the ’ 10min ’ button once ( ’ 10.0 ’ should now be showing in the display window ).  
3. Press the ’ 1min / 1.0Kg ’ button five times ( ’ 15.0 ’ should now be showing in the display window ).  
4. Press start. The Oven will now start cooking.  
Manual Defrosting  
For manual defrosting (without operating the Auto Defrost Feature), Use 75W.  
To speed up the defrosting of dense foods over 450g (1lb), the oven may be started on 750W (100%) power  
for 1 - 3 minutes, then reduced to 75W until defrosting is complete.  
Example: To defrost at ’ P 1 ’ (75W) for 6 minutes  
1. Press the ’ Power ’ button five times ( ’ P 1 ’ should now be showing in the display window ).  
2. Press the ’ 1min / 1.0Kg ’ button six times ( ’ 6.0 ’ should now be showing in the display window ).  
3. Press start. The Oven will now start defrosting.  
Microwave Power setting Guide  
Power Setting  
Suggested use  
75W  
10%  
P1  
P3  
Manual Defrost; Thawing frozen foods.  
Simmer; Completing the cooking cycle of some pot roasts.  
Casseroles and stews.  
225W  
30%  
Baked custards or cheesecakes.  
Medium; Faster defrosting and reheating for casseroles and  
stews.  
Baking cakes and sponge puddings  
Reheat; Reheating pre-cooked foods.  
Roasting joints of meat and poultry.  
375W  
525W  
750W  
50%  
70%  
100%  
P5  
P7  
Max Power; Boiling or reheating liquids.  
Cooking vegetables.  
P10  
Preheating a browning dish.  
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Defrosting instructions using 75W (P 1)  
Some foods such as bread and fruit, can successfully be thawed manually by using this power setting.  
STANDING  
FOOD  
Bread  
PREPARATION  
75W (P 1)  
TIME  
Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper.  
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.  
Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper.  
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.  
Small loaf  
Sliced large loaf  
18–20 min.  
20–23 min.  
10–15 min.  
10 min  
2 slices Place on kitchen paper.  
1 bread roll Place on kitchen paper.  
2 bread rolls Place on kitchen paper.  
55–60 sec.  
55–60 sec.  
2–21/2 min.  
5 min.  
5 min.  
5 min.  
Cakes and Pastry  
Gateau 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
19–21 min.  
19–21 min.  
15–30 min.  
15–30 min.  
Cheesecake  
Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
450g/1 lb  
Pie (cooked)  
Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
450g/1 lb  
17– 19 min.  
17– 19 min.  
15–30 min.  
15–30 min.  
Pastry 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
Butter  
250g/8.8 oz If foil wrapped, remove from wrapper and place on a  
(1 packet) plate  
13– 14 min.  
5–10 min.  
Fruit  
225g/8 oz  
Soft berry fruits  
450g/1 lb Place in a single layer in a shallow dish.  
Soft berry fruits  
Place in a single layer in a shallow dish.  
15– 16 min.  
17– 18 min.  
5–10 min.  
5–10 min.  
Plated meal  
Cover with a plate or non P.V.C. cling film.  
To reheat, microwave at ' P10 ' (750W) for 3–4 minutes.  
400g/14 oz  
17– 18 min  
5–10 min.  
Vegetables  
It is not necessary to defrost vegetables before cooking.  
All vegetables can be thawed and cooked at ' P10 '  
(750W)  
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Automatic defrost by weight  
1. Open the door, place the food on the turntable.  
Close the door.  
To turn off the oven during automatic defrost mode,  
simply touch the ’ Start / Reset ’ button.  
2. Press the Power setting button dEF (Automatic  
Defrost) is reached.  
Note: After use, be sure to press the  
’ Start / Reset ’ button whilst the door is open as  
this will ensure that you have reset the  
microwave.  
3. Set the desired weight by pressing the required  
’weight buttons.  
4. Press Start (The oven begins defrosting.)  
NOTE :  
NOTE :  
During Auto Defrost the oven will automatically select the required microwave power and  
defrost time.  
The maximum weight setting for Auto Defrost is 2.0Kg (2000g)  
If you wish to defrost any item of food which is larger than this, then it is recommended  
that the item be split into two or more pieces of equal size.  
If the item cannot be split then you should not defrost it in this microwave.  
Example: To automatically defrost 1200g of food.  
1. Press the ’ Power ’ button six times ( ’ dEF ’ should now be showing in the display window ).  
2. Press the ’ 1min / 1.0Kg ’ button once ( ’ 1.0 ’ should now be showing in the display window ).  
3. Press the ’ 10 Sec / 01.Kg ’ button twice ( ’ 1.2 ’ should now be showing in the display window ).  
4. Press start. The Oven will now defrosting.  
Defrosting Tips  
1. It is better to underestimate defrosting time if you are unsure. Food will continue to defrost during the  
standing time.  
2. Separate food as soon as possible.  
3. Turn large items, e.g. joints, halfway through the defrosting time.  
4. Remove any thawed food as soon as possible.  
5. Remove or open any packaging before defrosting.  
6. Place food in a larger container than that which it was frozen in, this will allow for easy stirring.  
7. Begin thawing poultry, breast side down and turn over halfway through defrosting time or at pause.  
Delicate areas such as wing tips can be shielded with small pieces of smooth foil.  
8. Standing time is very important, particularly for large, dense foods which cannot be stirred to ensure that  
the centre is completely defrosted before cooking.  
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Microwave Hints  
Microwave Tips  
Always keep the oven clean – avoid spillovers  
and do not forget to clean under the glass tray  
and the inside of the door.  
Preferably use round or oval casseroles with a lid  
when cooking in your microwave oven.  
Do not use metal or metal decorated casseroles.  
Certain plastic materials can melt and be warped  
by hot food.  
Softening Honey  
If you have a jar of honey which has  
crystallised, remove lid and place the jar in the  
oven, microwave on medium power for 2  
minutes.  
Melting Chocolate  
Break 100g of chocolate into squares, place in  
A bowl and heat on high power for 1-2  
minutes and stir well.  
Cover the food when cooking. Use a glass lid, a  
plate or grease proof paper.  
Pastry, bread and the like can be defrosted  
directly in a bread basket or on a paper towel.  
If frozen food is heated in its packaging, the  
packaging should be opened. Packaging  
containing metal or metal decoration must not be  
used unless specifically recommended for use in  
the microwave. Remove metal clips and wire ties.  
Smaller pieces of aluminium foil can be used to  
cover parts that easily over cook such as chicken  
legs.  
Food with peel or skin should be pierced with a  
fork – e.g. potatoes and sausages. Do not boil  
eggs in the microwave oven as they can explode.  
Put large, thick pieces close to the edge of the  
casserole and try to cut the food in to even sized  
pieces. Always place the food in the centre of the  
oven.  
Softening or Melting Butter  
Melting takes a few seconds on high power.  
Softening is best done more gently on low  
power.  
Freshen or Warm Bread  
Use medium power for few seconds.  
Peeling Garlic easily  
Heat 3 or 4 cloves of garlic on high power for  
15 seconds. Squeeze at one end until the  
clove pops out.  
Fruit Juice  
Citrus fruits will yield more juice if they are  
heated on high power for 15 seconds before  
squeezing.  
The food will be evenly cooked if you stir or turn it  
a few times.  
Cooking Porridge  
Always set a shorter cooking time than indicated  
in your recipe to avoid over cooking. The larger  
the amount of food the longer it takes.  
Use little or no water for vegetables.  
Use less salt and spices than for ‘normal’ cooking.  
Season afterwards.  
Allow a few minutes ‘standing’ time after the oven  
has switched off to ensure complete and even  
cooking results.  
Porridge is easily cooked in the serving dish  
with no sticky pan to wash. Follow food  
manufacturers’ recommendations.  
Always ensure food is piping hot throughout  
before serving.  
Use pot holders or gloves when taking dishes and  
food from the oven.  
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Care and cleaning  
The oven must always be clean. Residue of food from spillovers or spatters will attract microwave energy  
causing it to burn on. This could reduce the efficiency of the oven and may cause bad odours. Do not attempt  
to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to any part of the oven. Repairs should only be done by a  
qualified service technician.  
Be sure the oven is disconnected from the electricity supply before cleaning.  
Cleaning the accessories (turntable and support)  
Clean them with mild detergent after removing them from the cavity. The turntable support should be carefully  
handled.  
CAUTION: The inside of the oven and turntable get very hot, so do not touch them immediately after use.  
Cleaning the interior  
Always keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe up spillovers and food spatters immediately. Deposits that are  
allowed to remain on the oven walls, door seal and door surface will absorb microwave energy, reduce the  
efficiency of the oven, and possibly damage the oven interior. Use mild, liquid detergent, warm water and a  
soft, clean cloth to remove deposits.  
NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS, COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS OR STEEL WOOL PADS ON  
ANY PART OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN.  
To loosen difficult deposits, boil a cup of water in the microwave oven for 2 or 3 minutes.  
NEVER USE A KNIFE OR ANY UTENSIL TO REMOVE DEPOSITS FROM OVEN SURFACES.  
To remove odours from the oven interior, boil a cup of water plus 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for 5 minutes.  
Cleaning the exterior  
Open the oven door when cleaning the control panel. This will prevent the oven from being turned on  
accidentally. You should clean outside surfaces of the oven with mild liquid detergent and water followed by a  
wiping with clear water to remove any excess detergent. Dry with a soft cloth.  
Spray-on window cleaners or all purpose spray-on kitchen cleaners can also be used. Never use abrasive  
cleaners, scouring pads or harsh chemicals on outside surfaces of your oven. To prevent damage to the  
working parts, do not allow water to seep into ventilation openings.  
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Guarantee Conditions  
Zanussi offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance:  
1. The guarantee is valid for 24 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first retail  
purchaser, which must be verified by purchase invoice or similar documentation. The guarantee does not  
cover commercial use.  
2. The guarantee covers all parts or components which fail due to faulty workmanship or faulty material. The  
guarantee does not cover appliances where defects or poor performance are due to misuse, accidental  
damage, neglect, faulty installation, unauthorised modification or attempted repair, commercial use or  
failure to observe requirements and recommendations set out in the instruction book. This guarantee does  
not cover such parts as light bulbs, removable glassware, or plastic.  
3. Should guarantee repairs be necessary the purchaser must inform the nearest customer service office  
(ZANUSSI’s service or authorised agent). ZANUSSI reserves the right to stipulate the place of repair (i.e.  
the customer’s home, place of installation or ZANUSSI workshop).  
4. The guarantee or free replacement includes both labour and materials.  
5. Repairs carried out under guarantee do not extend the guarantee period for the appliance. Parts removed  
during guarantee repairs become the property of ZANUSSI.  
6. The Purchaser’s statutory rights are not affected by this guarantee.  
European Guarantee  
If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home  
subject to the following qualifications:  
The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product  
The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new  
country of use for this brand or range of products  
This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user  
Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area  
The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a  
normal household  
The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country  
Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to give them details of your  
new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look  
after you and your appliances.  
France  
Germany  
Italy  
Sweden  
UK  
Senlis  
+33 (0) 3 44 62 20 13  
+49 (0) 800 234 7378  
+39 (0) 800117511  
+46 (0) 20 78 77 50  
+44 (0) 1753 219898  
Nürnberg  
Pordenone  
Stockholm  
Slough  
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