Zanussi ZCE 7550, ZCE 7551 User Manual

ELECTRIC

DOUBLE OVEN

AND GRILL

ZCE 7550 / ZCE 7551

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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 contact the Customer Care Department.

INSTALLATION

The appliance must be installed according to the
instructions supplied. The installation work must be
undertaken by a qualified electrician/competent person.
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 slipping from
the base.
This appliance is heavy and care must be taken when
moving it.
Warning: 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.
After installation please dispose of the packaging with
due regard for safety and the environment.
Your local authority can arrange this.

CHILD SAFETY

Do not allow young children to play with any part of the

packaging.
This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.
Young children must not be allowed to tamper with the
controls or play near or with the appliance.

CAUTION: Accessible parts may be hot when the
grill is in 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.
Never place plastic or any other material which may
melt in or on the oven.
Always stand back from the appliance when opening
the doors to allow any build up of steam or heat to
release.
Always use oven gloves to remove and place food in
the oven.
Ensure that all vents are left unobstructed to ensure
ventilation of the oven cavity.
Ensure cooking utensils are large enough to contain
foods to prevent spillage and boil over.
During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be
taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the
oven.
Do not leave the grill pan in position when grilling as it
will become hot.
Always use oven gloves to remove and replace the grill
pan handle when it is in the withdrawn or partially
withdrawn position.
Always support the grill pan when it is in the withdrawn
or partially withdrawn position.

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.
Do not leave the hotplates switched ON for long
periods when not covered by a saucepan. The
controls and cabinets may overheat.
Do not use the appliance if the ceramic glass is
damaged. If a fault or crack becomes visible,
disconnect the appliance immediately from the
electricity supply and contact your local service force
centre.
Do not place foil or plastic containers on ceramic
glass.

Ensure the anti-tilt shelves are put in correctly.
Never line any part of the appliance with foil. Do
not allow heatproof cooking material, e.g. roasting

bags, to come into contact with oven elements.

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
doors.
Do not hang towels, dishcloths or clothes from the
appliance or its handles. They are a safety hazard.
Do not use this appliance if it is in contact with
water. Never operate it with wet hands.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

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 cookware containing foodstuffs, e.g.

fat or oil in the appliance in case it is inadvertently
switched on.
Extreme care must be taken when using a ceramic
hob scraper.
Always allow the appliance to cool down before
switching off at the wall prior to carrying out any
cleaning / maintenance work.
Only clean this appliance in accordance with the
instructions given in this book.

SERVICE

Repairs should not be carried out by inexperienced
persons as this may cause injury or serious
malfunction. This appliance should be serviced by
an authorised Service Engineer and only genuine
approved spare parts should be used.

AT THE END OF THE APPLIANCE'S LIFE

When the time comes to dispose of your appliance
please contact your local authority. They can
arrange to dispose of the appliance in a safe and
controlled manner.

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CONTENTS

FOR THE USER

Important Safety Information 2
Description of the Appliance 4
Getting to Know Your Appliance 5

The Control Panel 5
Before Using the Appliance 6
Rating Plate 6
Preparing to Use your Appliance 6
The Cooling Fan for the Controls 6
Control Panel Indicator Neon(s) 6
Condensation and Steam 6
Cookware 6
Grill and Oven Furniture 6

Electronic Timer 7

The Ceramic Hob 10

Using the Hob 10
Recommended Saucepans 10
Hints and Tips 11
Hot Hob Indicator Neon 11

Defrost Feature 20
Using Defrost Feature 20
Things to Note 20
Hints and Tips 20

Care and Cleaning 21
Cleaning Materials 21
Cleaning the Outside of the Appliance 21
Cleaning the Control Knobs and Handles 21
Cleaning the Ceramic Hob 21
Hints and Tips 23
Cleaning the Grill and Oven Furniture 23
Cleaning Inside the Grill and Oven
Compartments 24
Hints and tips 24
Cleaning the Door Glass 24
Cleaning Between the Outer and
Inner Door Glass 25
To Clean the Inner Glass Door 25
Replacing an oven light bulb 26

Something Not Working? 27
Service and Spare Parts 28
Guarantee Conditions 29

The Dual Grill 12

Using the Grill 12
Things to Note 12
The Grill Pan and Handle 12
Hints and Tips 13
Grilling Chart 13

The Top Oven 14
Using the Top Oven 14
Things to Note 14
To Fit the Top Oven Shelves 14
Hints and Tips 15

The Main Oven 16
Using the Main Oven 16
Things to Note 16
To Fit the Main Oven Shelves 16
Hints and Tips 17

Oven Cooking Chart 18

FOR THE INSTALLER

Technical Details 30
Installation Instructions 31

To help you the following symbols will be found
in the text.

Safety Instructions.

Please read the instruction book carefully
before use and retain for future reference.

Roasting Chart 19

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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

SLIP-IN ELECTRIC DOUBLE OVEN

Electronic Timer

SELECTORTEMPERATUREMAIN OVEN BACK RIGHTFRONT RIGHTFRONT LEFTBACK LEFTOVEN PROGRAMMER

Control Panel

Top Oven / Grill

Main Oven

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

THE CONTROL PANEL

FEATURES

A

B

F

DC

G

E

A - Electronic Timer
B - Main Oven Temperature Control
C - Top Oven Temperature Control
D - Selector Control
E - Hotplate Controls
F - Main Oven Indicator Neon
G - Top Oven Indicator Neon

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

RATING PLATE

This is situated on the lower front frame of the
appliance and can be seen upon opening the 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
and hot soapy water and wash the furniture before
use. We suggest that you run the oven elements for
10 – 15 minutes at 220
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.

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C to burn off any residue

THE COOLING FAN FOR THE CONTROLS

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 appliance has
cooled. If an automatic programme has been set the
cooling fan does not come on until the cooktime
begins. Do not switch the appliance off at its power
point until the cooling fan has cooled the appliance
down.

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 wall coverings at the rear of the
appliance should be securely fixed to the wall.

COOKWARE

Baking trays, dishes etc., should not be placed
directly against the grid covering the fan at the back
of the oven.
Do not use baking trays larger than 30cm x 35cm
(12” x 14”) as they will restrict the circulation of heat
and may affect performance.

GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE

The following items of grill and oven furniture have
been supplied with the appliance:-

1 grill pan

1 grill pan handle

1 grill pan grid

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.

CONTROL PANEL INDICATOR NEON(S)

The indicator neon will operate when the grill (where
applicable) or oven(s) is switched on. The indicator
neon will glow. It may turn on and off during use to
show that the setting is being maintained. If the neon
does not operate as the instructions indicate the
controls have been incorrectly set. Return all
controls to zero and reset following the instructions
for the required setting.

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.

1 meat tin

1 straight shelf
(for grilling and
top oven cooking)

2 straight shelves
(for main oven
cooking)

Scuffing of the Stayclean panel/s 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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ELECTRONIC TIMER

KEY

A COOK TIME

B END TIME

C COUNTDOWN

DTIME

E DECREASE CONTROL

F SELECTOR CONTROL

A

B

C

D

G INCREASE CONTROL

NOTE:
The time of day must be set before the main oven

will operate manually.

1. SET THE TIME OF DAY

The oven has a 24 hour clock.
When the electricity supply is first switched ON, the

display will show 12.00 and the 'Time' ( ) indicator
neon will flash as Fig. 1.

To set the correct time press the increase control
button ( + ) and if necessary, the decrease control
button ( - ) until the correct time on the 24 hour clock
is reached, e.g. 10.00am as Fig. 2. The 'Time'
indicator neon ( ) will flash for 5 seconds and then
go out.

Note: The increase and decrease control buttons
operate slowly at first, and then more rapidly.
They should be pressed separately.

2. HOW TO SET THE COUNTDOWN

GFE

Fig.1.

Fig.2.

The 'Countdown' gives an audible reminder at the
end of any period of cooking. This cooking period
may be up to 2 hrs 30 mins. It is not part of the
automatic control.

To set, press the Selector Control button ( ) until
the 'Countdown' indicator neon ( ) is illuminated
and the display reads 0.00 as Fig.3.

To set the correct time duration depress the increase
control ( + ) until the display indicates the interval to
be timed, e.g. 1hr 45 mins as Fig. 4. If necessary
depress the decrease control ( - ) to achieve the
correct time interval.

NOTE: 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 be shown in the display.
The 'Countdown' will sound intermittently for up to 2
minutes at the end of the timed period. The sound
can be stopped by pressing any button.

Fig.3.

Fig.4.

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TO CANCEL THE COUNTDOWN

If you change your mind and want to cancel the
'Countdown', press the Selector Control button until
the 'Countdown' indicator neon ( ) flashes and
then the decrease control ( - ) until 0.00 shows in the
display as Fig. 5. The Countdown indicator neon
( ) will continue to flash for a few seconds and then
return to the time of day.

3. SETTING THE OVEN TIMER
CONTROL

The main oven only 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 displays 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.

A) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH ON

AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY

i) Ensure the electricity supply is switched ON and

that the correct time of day is displayed, e.g.

9.am. as Fig. 6.

ii) Place food in the oven.

iii) 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, e.g. 2 hrs 15 mins as
Fig. 7. If necessary depress the decrease control
( - ) until the correct time interval is achieved.

The maximum cooking time is 10 hours.

iv) Release the buttons. The 'Cook Time' indicator

neon ( ) will be illuminated.

Remember, this must be completed within 5
seconds of first pressing the Selector Control
button.

v) To set the 'End Time'. Press the Selector Control

button until the 'End Time' indicator neon ( )
flashes. Press the increase control ( + ) until the
required stop time is displayed, e.g. 12.15 p.m.
as Fig. 8. If necessary press the decrease
control ( - ) until the correct time interval is
achieved.

vi) Release the buttons. The time of day will be

displayed after 5 seconds. The 'Cook Time ( )
and 'End Time' ( ) indicator neons will be
illuminated.

The 'End Time' must not be more than 23 hours
59 minutes from the time of day. For example, if
the time of day is 09.00a.m., the latest 'End Time'
would be 08.59a.m. the next day.

vii) Set the main oven control to the required

temperature. The oven indicator neon should be
OFF.

Fig.5.

Fig.6.

Fig.7.

Fig.8.

NOTE: When the automatic timed period starts,
the oven indicator neon will glow. It may turn on
and off during use to show that the setting is
being maintained.

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B) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH OFF

ONLY

i) Ensure the electricity supply is switched ON and

that the correct time of day is displayed, e.g.

10.00am as Fig. 9.

ii) Place food in the oven.
iii) 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, e.g. 2 hrs 15 mins as
Fig. 10. Depress the decrease control ( - ) if
necessary.

iv) Release the buttons. The 'Cook Time' indicator

neon ( ) will illuminate and the time of day will
be displayed after 5 seconds.

v) Set the oven temperature. The oven indicator

neon should be ON.

vi) To check the 'End Time' during the cooking

period, simply press the Selector Control button
once and the remaining time will be displayed, as
Fig. 11.

4. TO CANCEL AN AUTOMATIC
PROGRAMME

i) To cancel an automatic programme press the

Selector Control button until the 'Cook Time'
indicator neon ( ) neon flashes. Press the
decrease control ( - ) until the display reads 0.00
as Fig. 12.

ii) Release the buttons. The 'Cook Time' indicator

neon ( ) will flash and after 5 seconds return to
the time of day.

iii) Turn off the oven controls.

Fig.9.

Fig.10.

Fig.11.

5. TO RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO
MANUAL

At the end of a timed cooking period, the
indicator neon will flash and an alarm will sound
for up to 2 minutes.

i) To stop the sound press any of the three buttons,

as Fig. 13.

ii) The display will return to the time of day.
iii) Turn off the oven controls.

6. THINGS TO NOTE

In the event of an interruption of the electricity
supply, the timer will reset itself to zero, and all
programming will be cancelled.

7. 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.

Fig.12.

Fig.13.

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THE CERAMIC HOB

Do not use the appliance if the ceramic
glass is damaged. If a fault or crack
becomes visible during cooking,
disconnect the appliance immediately from
the electricity supply and contact your local
Service Force Centre.

USING THE HOB

· To operate the dual hotplate, turn the control

knob clockwise for the full area or anti-clockwise
for the centre section.

· The inner section is very economical when

cooking with small diameter saucepans.

· For single hotplates, turn the control knob in

either direction to vary the heat setting. The
highest number represents the hottest setting
and the lowest number represents the coolest
setting.

· This model has the added feature of two Rapid

power zone hotplates which react more quickly

than the other ceramic hotplates and are easily
identified by their instant red glow.

BACK LEFT

4

5

5

5

4

3

2

1

0

1

2

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RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS

Only saucepans with flat bases and close fitting lids
are recommended. The saucepan base should be
approximately the same size as the cooking area.
Ensure that new saucepans are well scrubbed to
remove edges and take off any deposits left from
manufacture.
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.

NOTE:

Occasionally the heated areas may be seen to switch
ON and OFF when higher heat settings are being
used. This is due to a safety device which prevents
the glass from overheating.
Some switching ON and OFF when cooking at high
temperatures, e.g. deep fat frying is quite normal,
causes no damage to the hob and little delay in
cooking times.
Excessive switching may however be caused by the
use of an unsuitable saucepan or a saucepan which
is smaller than the heated area. If excessive
switching occurs, discontinue use of the saucepan.

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