MICROWAVE OVEN ZM23TG USER MANUAL 8221913 - 16 - 01 ZM23TG English Contents Before using your microwave oven Technical data Safety instructions ­ Utensil safety ­ Safety Instructions when Cooking with Grill ­ Testing suitability of cookware ­ Food safety ­ Oven utensils and accessories guide Getting Started ­ Unpacking Installation ­ Connecting to the mains How to operate your microwave oven ­ Name and function of parts ­ Turntable Installation ­ Control panel ­ Microwave cooking ­ Defrosting Using 80W ­ Microwave Power setting Guide ­ Cooking with Grill ­ Cooking with Microwave and Grill (Combination) ­ Automatic Defrost ­ Automatic Programmes ­ Child Safety Lock Charts ­ Recommendations for Cooking with Grill ­ Recommendations for Cooking with Microwave and Grill ­ Defrosting instructions using 80W ­ Microwave Hints ­ Care and cleaning ­ Cleaning the accessories (turntable and support) ­ Cleaning the interior ­ Cleaning the exterior 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 7 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 10 11 11 11 12 12 13 14 14 15 15 15 16 17 18 18 18 18 Guarantee Conditions 19 3 ZM23TG English 'SRKVEXYPEXMSRW SR XLI TYVGLEWI SJ ]SYV RI[ 1MGVS[EZI 3ZIR 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. Technical data Overall dimension Width 510 mm Depth 382 mm Height 303 mm Cavity dimension Width 330 mm Depth 330 mm Height 212 mm Weight 17.5 kg Volume 23 Litre Power source 220-240V, 50 Hz Fuse 10A Power consumption 1280W Power output 800W Grill 1200W 4 ZM23TG English 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 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 section for cleaning instructions. 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. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force Centre. 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 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. Close supervision is necessary when the oven is used by children. 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 use. Utensil safety Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant glassware utensils are excellent for use in the microwave 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. · · · Safety instructions when cooking by Grill 1. The glass viewing window may break if water is spilled on it during grilling. 2. Be sure to use an oven glove when loading and unloading the oven. Containers get very hot in the oven, so be careful not to burn yourself. The turntable and metal rack also get very hot so be sure to use an oven glove when handling them. 3. Do not touch the inner or outer viewing window with metal components when loading or unloading the oven. The inside of the door and oven get very hot so take care when attending food in the oven. 4. Do not put the turntable or containers in cold water or try to cool them quickly after use. 5. Do not place items on top of the cabinet. The top of the cabinet gets very hot, so anything placed on it may be damaged by the heat. It is quite normal for steam to be emitted around the door, or for misting to occur on the door, or even around 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. · · · · · · · · · 5 ZM23TG English Testing suitability of cookware · Place the cookware in the microwave along with a glass half full of water. Heat on 800 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. 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 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 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. Use caution when removing a lid or cover from a dish to avoid steam burns. · · 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 un-attended. 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 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 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 time 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 operation usually occurs from use of metallic utensils. 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 bottom of the oven. Do not use this oven for commercial purposes. This oven is made for domestic use only. Keep these instructions 6 ZM23TG English 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 Utensils Corning ware Heat resistant glass ware Glass ware with metal decoration Lead crystal glass Without metal decoration Microwave oven heat-proof wear Plastic wrap Baking pan Aluminium foil*3 Cups, plates, towels Waxed paper Grill rack Turntable Turntable support Microwave YES YES*1 NO NO YES YES YES YES NO YES YES YES NO NO YES YES Mode of operation Grill YES YES NO NO YES YES NO YES YES NO NO NO YES YES YES Combination YES YES*1 NO NO NO YES NO NO YES NO NO NO YES YES YES Ceramic & Glass China Pottery*2 Plastic Metal Paper Wood Accessories YES: Utensils and accessories to use *1 Only if there is no metal trim. *2 Only if it does not have a glaze containing metal. NO: Utensils and accessories to avoid *3 NOTE: Use aluminium foil only for shielding purposes, over use may cause arcing. 7 ZM23TG English GETTING STARTED 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. Connecting to the mains The oven is delivered with the power cord and a plug for 220-240V, 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 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. 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 damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement is obtained. Installation 1. Remove any promotion label from the door. 2. Install the oven on a flat, level surface. The surface must be strong enough to safely bear the weight (17.5 kg) of the oven, and the contents. To avoid the possibility of causing vibration or noise the oven must be in a stable position. 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 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. 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 occ ...