Zanussi ZM17M User Manual

8221912-72-01

MICROWAVE OVEN

ZM17M

USER MANUAL

ZM17M English

CONTENTS

Before using your microwave oven 4

Safety instructions 5

– Utensil safety 5
– Testing suitability of cookware 5
– Food safety 6
– Oven utensils and accessories guide 7

Unpacking

Installation

– Installation 8
– Connecting to the mains 8

How to operate your microwave oven

– Name and function of parts 9

– Turntable Installation 9
– Control panel 10
– Microwave cooking 11
– Microwave Power setting Guide 11
– Kitchen Timer 11
– Defrosting instructions using 120W 12
– Microwave Hints 13
– Care and cleaning 14
– Cleaning the accessories (turntable a nd support) 14
– Cleaning the interior 14
– Cleaning the exterior 14

Technical data 14

Service and spare parts 15
Electrical Connections 16

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Congratulations on the

purchase of your new

Microwave Oven

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.

In order that you can get the best from your new Zanussi

Microwave Oven, the followi ng instructions have been prepar ed.

Please make sure you read them carefully.

It is important that this instruction b ook is

retained with the applianc e 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 or that the new owner can

be acquainted with the f unctioning of the appliance

and the relevant warnings.

Please ensure you have read the wh ole

instruction book before using the appliance and that you

follow the recommendations given.

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Safety Instructions

• The built-in safety int er lock switches prevent t he
microwave oven from oper ating 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 allow food spills or cleaner residue to
accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See the
Cleaning and Care secti on for cleaning
instructions.

• Do not operate the oven if it is damaged until it
has been repaired by qualified service
personnel.

• It is particularly imp or tant 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.

• It is hazardous for anyone except factory trained
service personnel to serv ice or make adjustment s
to this oven. Contact your nearest
authorised service ag ent should service be
required.

• Do not remove the outer cas e, door or control
panel at any time. Doing so may cause exposure
to extremely high voltage.

• Install or locate this ov en only in accordance
with “INSTALLATION INSTRUCTI ONS” 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
specifically designed to heat, cook, or defrost
food. It is not designed f or industrial or
laboratory use neither f or commercial use as
this will invalidate t he guarantee.

• Do not operate the oven empty. If food or water
is not present to absorb t he m ic r owave energy,
the magnetron tube can be damaged.

• Close supervision is nec es s ar y when the oven is
used by children.

• Do not store this applianc e outdoors. Do not use
this product near water.

• Do not attempt to dry clot hing or newspapers in
the microwave oven. T hes e items can ignite.

• Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do
not leave paper product s , cooking utensils, or
food in the cavity when not in us e.

• Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant
glassware utensils are excellent for use in the
microwave oven. Alt hough microwave energy
will not heat most glass and c er amic 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.

Testing suitability of cookware

• Place the cookware in the microwave along with
a glass half full of water. Heat on 700W (100%)
for one minute. If t he c ookware feels hot, you
should not use it. If it is jus t slightly warm, you
can use it for reheating but not for cooking. If the
dish is room temperatur e, it is suitable for
microwave cooking.

• Paper napkins, wax paper, paper towels, plates,
cups, cartons, freezer wr ap and cardboard are
great convenience ute ns ils. Always be sure
containers are filled with food to absorb energy
and thus avoid the possib ility of overheating.

• 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 s ince 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. If
smoke is observed, keep door closed, switch the
oven off or disconnect oven until smoke stops.

• Metal utensils and utens ils with metallic trim
should not be used in the mi c r owave oven,
unless specifically recommended for microwave
use.

• Containers with restricted openings, such as
bottles, should not be us ed for microwave
cooking.

• Use caution when removi ng a lid or cover from a
dish to avoid steam burns .

Utensil safety

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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 t he
microwave oven, because the fat temperature
cannot be controlled, hazardous situat ions can
result.

• Popcorn may be prepared in the microwave
oven, but only in special packages or utensils
designed specifically for this purpose. T his
cooking operation should never be unatt ended.

• 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.
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 st eps should
be taken:

1. Avoid using straight-sided containers wit h
narrow necks.

2. Do not overheat.

3. Stir the liquid before placing t he container in
the oven and again halfway through the heating
time.

4. After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a
short time, stirring again before carefully
removing the container.

• Some products such as 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 t ime of
one minute before removing cover.

NOTE:

• Do not force the turntable to rotate by hand.
This may cause malfunctioning.

• Arcing in the oven during microwave oper at ion
usually occurs from use of metallic ut ensils.
Continuous arcing, however, can damage the
unit. Stop the programme and check the
utensil.

• Care should be taken not to obstruct any air
vents located on the top, rear, side and bott om
of the oven.

Do not use this oven for commercial
purposes.

This oven is made for domestic u se on l y.

Keep these instructions

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Oven utensils and accessories guide

A variety of Utensils and Materials may be used for cooki ng 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 Utensils Microwave

Ceramic & Glass Corning ware YES

Heat resistant
glass ware YES
Glass ware with
metal decoration NO
Lead crystal glass NO

China Without metal

decoration YES

Pottery YES
Plastic Microwave oven

heat-proof wear YES
Plastic wrap YES

Metal Metal baking pan NO

Aluminium foil* YES

Paper Cups, plates, towels YES
Waxed Paper YES
Wood NO
Accessories Grill rack NO

Turntable YES
Turntable support YES

Cooking

YES: Utensils and accessories to use NO : Utensils and accessories to avoid

*NOTE: Use aluminium foil on ly for shielding purposes, overuse may cau se arcing.

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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 chil dren
can play with it. This can be hazardous.

Installation

1. Remove any promotion label from t he door.

2. Install the oven on a flat, level surface. T he
surface must be strong enough to safely bear the
weight (13.5 kg) of the oven, and the content s. To
avoid the possibility of causing vibration or noise
the oven must be in a stable position.

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.

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 durin g
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.

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.

6. If positioned in a corner, leave a gap of at least
5,0 cm from the walls to meet ventilation demands.

Important! The oven can be placed almost
anywhere in the kitchen. Make sure the oven is
placed on a flat, level surface and that vent s as well
as the surface underneath the oven are not blocked
(for sufficient ventilation).

* This appliance conforms to the requirement s of
EEC Radio Interference Directive 87/30 8/ EEC.

Connecting to the

mains

The oven is delivered with the power cord an d 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.

N.B. If the oven is connected to the socket via an
extension cord, make sure the cord is earthed.

WARNING! This appliance must not be us ed on
a non-earth protected power supply.

Contact an electrician if you are uncert ain regarding
electrical connection of the oven or prov ision of
earth protection of the supply.

This appliance must be earthed. If t his appliance is
fitted with a non-rewireable plug f or 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 plu g, the fuse
cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or
damaged, the plug must not be used until a
replacement is obtained.

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How to operate your microwave oven

Name and function of parts

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.
5 Safety interlock system.
6 Control panel.
7 Turntable. Made of special heat-resist ant

glass. Food in a suitable container is place d

on this tray for cooking. Do not use the oven

without the turntable.
8 Turntable support. Place the support on t he

floor of the cooking chamber to support the

turntable.
9 Drive shaft for turntable.

Turntable Installation

1. Place the turntable support on the cavity bot tom.

2. Place the turntable on top of the t urntable
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 norma l.

Turntable

Roller rest

Turntable shaft

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Control panel

Timer

Set for desired cooking time. Cooking
will start. All clockwork timers will operate
more accurately if wound past the desired
time first, and then back.

Power Selector

Adjust this knob to select the correct
power for your food.

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Microwave Cooking

1. Open the door, place the food on the turnt able.
Close the door.

2. Set the Power Selector to the desired power
level.(See table below.)

3. Set the Timer to the desired time.

The oven begins cooking.

When cooking for less than 2 minutes, turn the
timer for a longer period and than return to the
desired time.
To turn off the oven during cooking, simply turn
the Timer to 0.

Note: After use, be sure to return the Timer to
0, or the oven will continue to operate.

Microwave Power setting Gu ide

Power Setting Suggested use

120W Defrost Thawing foods.

250W Med low (40%) Completing the cooking cycle of some casseroles and

380W Simmer (60%) Completing the cooking cycle of pot roasts

540W Reheat (80%) Baking cakes

Keeping foods warm.

stews.

Completing the cooking cycle of some casseroles and
stews.
Baked custards or cheese cakes

Reheating pre-cooked foods

700W Max Power (100%) Boiling liquids

Baking fish or vegetables. Preheating a brow ning dish.

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Defrosting instructio ns using 120W

Some foods such as bread and fruit, can successfully be thawed manually by using the power setting.

FOOD PREPARATION (120W) STANDING TIME

Bread

Small loaf Place on microwave proof rack or kitchen paper. 8–10 min. 10–15 min.
Sliced large loaf Place on microwave proof rack or kitchen paper. 10–13 min. 10 min
2 slices Place on kitchen paper. 45–60 sec. 5 min.

1 bread roll Place on kitchen paper. 45–60 sec. 5 min.
2 bread rolls Place on kitchen paper. 1–11/2 min. 5 min.

Cakes and Pastry

Gateau 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate. 9–11 min. 15–30 min.
Cheesecake Remove from packaging, place on plate. 9–11 min. 15–30 min.
450g/1lb
Pie (cooked) Remove from packaging, place on plate. 7– 9 min. 15–30 min.
450g/1 lb
Pastry 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate. 7– 9 min. 15–30 min.

Butter

250g/8.8 oz If foil wrapped, remove from wrapper and 3– 4 min. 5–10 min.

Fruit

225g/8 oz Place in a single layer in a shallow dish. 5– 6 min. 5–10 min.
Soft berry fruits
450g/1 lb Place in a single layer in a shallow dish. 7– 8 min. 5–10 min.
Soft berry fruits

Plated meal

400g/14 oz Cover with a plate or non PVC cling film. 7– 8 min. 5–10 min.

Turn over halfway through defrosting time.
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.

(1 packet) place on a plate

To reheat, microwave on HIGH for 3–4 minutes.

Vegetables It is not necessary to defrost vegetables

before cooking. All vegetables can be
thawed and cooked on HIGH.

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Microwave Hints

• Always keep the oven clean – avoid spillovers
and do not forget to clean under the glass tray
and the inside of the door.

• Use preferably 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.

• 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 package, t he
package should be opened. Packages
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 overcook such as
chicken legs.

Technical data

• Food with peel or skin should be pierced wit h
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.

• The food will be evenly cooked if you stir or
turn it a few times.

• Always set a shorter cooking time than
indicated in your recipe to avoid over cook ing.
The larger the amount of food the long er 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.

• Always ensure food is piping hot throughout
before serving.

• Use pot holders or gloves when taking dishes
and food from the oven.

Overall dimension Weight 13.5 kg
Width 458 mm

Depth 296 mm
Height 375 mm

Cavity dimension Fuse 10A
Width 320 mm

Depth 183 mm
Height 288 mm

Volume 17 Litre
Power source 230V, 50 Hz

Power consumption 1080W
Power output 700W

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Care and cleaning

The oven must always be clean. Residue of f ood
from spillovers or spatters will attrac t 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 off or the unit is
unplugged before cleaning.

Cleaning the accessories

(turntable and support)

Clean them with mild detergent after removing
them for the cavity. Turntable support shou ld be
carefully handled.

CAUTION: The inside of the oven and t urntable
get very hot, so do not touch them immediately
after use.

Cleaning the interior

Always keep the inside of the oven clean. W ipe up
spillovers and food spatters immediately. Soil t hat
is 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, li quid
detergent, warm water and a soft, clean cloth to
remove soil.

NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS,
COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS O R STEEL
WOOL PADS ON ANY PART OF THE
MICROWAVE OVEN.

To loosen difficult soil, boil a cup of water in the
microwave oven for 2 or 3 minutes.

NEVER USE A KNIFE OR ANY UTENSIL TO
REMOVE SOIL 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 fr om 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 t o 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 open ings.

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Service and spare parts

If the appliance does not work please
carry out the following checks befo re
contacting your local servi ce centre.

If the oven does not come on:

• Check the appliance is connected correctly.

• Check that the oven is plugged in properly.

• Replace the fuse in the plug, if required, with
another of the same rating and check that the plu g
has been wired correctly.

• Check that the socket switch and/or the switch
from the mains supply to the oven are ON.

• Check that the socket is receiving power, by
plugging in an appliance you know to be working.

• Check that the fuse in the fuse box is intact.

If the microwave does not function:

• The child safety lock may have been set.

• Check the controls are set correctly.

• Check settings/procedures against the book let

• Check the door closes properly (if food particl es or
other objects have become stuck inside the door, it
will not close properly and microwave cooking will
not take place).

• Check the start pad has been depressed.

• If the grill function has been used, t he oven may
not have cooled sufficiently.

Service and spare parts are offered by Zanussi
Service.

When you order service or spare parts, please refer
to the product and model number of the microwav e
oven. You will find these on the data plat e.

Write them down here below so you have them
handy whenever you need them.

Model: ---------------------------------------------------------­Serial number:------------------------------------------------­Date of purchase: --------------------------------------------

N.B. Remember to save your receipt.

Zanussi Service centres

Please refer to your local telephone directory for
Service Centre details which can be found in t he
Local Telephone Directory white pages under

.

Zanussi

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Electrical connections

WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUS T BE EARTHED.

The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measu re not be observed.

• If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the

appropriate plug fitted.

• Remove the fuse from the cut off plug. T he cut off plug should then be disposed of to prevent t he hazard of

shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home.

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accord ance wit h the following code:

GREEN AND YELLOW EARTH
BLUE NEUTRAL
BROWN LIVE

If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in the mains lead of your appliance may not correspond w it h
the markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

• Connect the green and yellow (earth) wire t o t he terminal in the plug
which is marked with the letter ”E” or the earth symbol (
coloured green and yellow.

• Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter ”N” or coloured black.

• Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter ”L” or coloured red.

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