Zanussi ZMB17M USER MANUAL

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MIKROWELLENHERD

HORNO MICROONDAS

MICROWAVE OVEN

ZMB 17 M

Contents	Page
Before using your microwave oven	25
Safety instructions	26
Utensil safety	26
Food safety	27
Oven utensils and accessories guide	28
Unpacking	29
Installation	29
Connecting to the mains	29
How to operate your microwave oven	30
Name and function of parts	30
Control panel	31
Microwave Cooking	32
Things you should know about microwave power cooking	32
Power Setting Guide	33
Re-heating cook-chilled foods	33
Microwave Tips	33
Care and cleaning	34
Cleaning the accessories	34
Cleaning the interior	34
Cleaning the exterior	34
Technical data	35
Service and spare parts	35
Zanussi service centres	35

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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 following instructions have been prepared. Please make sure you read them carefully.

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

or that the new owner can be acquainted with the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.

Please ensure you have read the whole instruction book before using the appliance and that you follow the recommendations given.

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Safety instructions

•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 this could result in exposure to microwave energy or cause damage requiring repair by an authorised technician.

•Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See the Cleaning and Care section for cleaning instruc-tions.

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

•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.

•It is hazardous for anyone except factory trained service personnel to service or make adjustments to this oven. Contact your nearest authorised service agent should service be required.

•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 specifically designed to heat, cook, or defrost food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use neither for commercial use. The manufacturer bears no responsibility in the case of umproper usage.

•Never operate the oven empty or without the turntable. If food or water is not present to absorb the microwave energy, the magnetron tube can be damaged.

•WARNING : Do not allow children to use the microwave oven without supervision.

•Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water.

•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

•Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant glass-

Utensil safety

ware utensils are excellent for use in the microwave oven. Before use, make sure that the containers are appropriate for microwave usage. 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.

•Place the cookware in the microwave along with a glass half full of water. Heat on 750 W (100%) 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.

•It is necessary to cover foods in most cases. They will be tastier and your oven will stay cleaner. However, be sure to remove the cap or lid before cooking foods or heating liquids in a sealed bottle or recipient.

•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.

•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 check 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.

•It is not advisable to use metal recipients, forks, spoons or metal ties or staples for deep-freeze bags. However, you can occasionally warm food packed in shallow aluminium trays (max. 4cm) without the lid. The heating time will be slightly longer. When so doing, make sure that the tray is placed on the center of the turntable and is never allowed to come into contact with the metal walls or door of the appliance.

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

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

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Food safety

•For small amounts (one sausage, a single croissant, etc.), place a glass of water alongside the food item.

•Time settings that are too long may dry out and burn the food. To avoid such incidents, never use the same cooking times as for traditional ovens.

•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, and chicken livers are examples of items that should be pierced.

•Do not heat or cook boiled, coddled or fried eggs. They can burst and cause serious burns or damage to your oven.

•When warming :

-baby bottles, be sure to remove the nipple, shake the liquid and test the temperature on the back of your hand before feeding.

-children’s foods, it is essential to stir and check the temperature before serving to avoid serious internal burns.

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:

1.Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

2.Do not overheat.

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

4.After heating, allow to stand in the oven for 20 seconds, stirring again before carefully removing the container.

NOTE:

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

•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.

Do not use this oven for commercial purposes. This oven is made for domestic use only.

NOTE: 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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