Zanussi MW 152 Use & Care Manual
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1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USE AND CARE OF ZANUSSI MICROWAVE OVEN Model No MW 152 ZANUSSI n The appliance of science le Na A A E Contents Page No 4 Specifications 5 Installation 6 Features Diagram 7 Getting to Know Your Oven 8 Getting to Know Your Control Panel 9 Using your Microwave Oven Operating the Oven The Variable Power Feature 11 Safety Facts 12 Microwave Cooking Terms and Techniques 13 Cleaning and Maintenance 14 Questions and Answers 15 What Happens if Something Goes Wrong 16 Zanussi Guarantee Conditions 17 Zanussi 5 Year Cover Important the use of this new appliance is quite simple However to obtain the best results it is recommended that you carefully read this handbook and follow all instructions prior to operating the appliance for the first time This handbook provides all necessary instructions for a correct installation use and care of the appliance and also gives a number of useful hints Specifications Power source 240 volts A C 50Hz 3 wire grounded circuit Power consumption 1200 watts input power 600 watts output power Oscillating frequency 2450 MHz Exterior dimensions Height 24 1 cm Width 46 7 cm Depth 34 1 cm Interior dimensions Height 15 2 cm Width 31 1 cm Depth 27 9 cm Oven capacity 0 5 cubic ft Weight 16 5 kg Installation Positioning This oven is free standing and can be placed wherever you choose within reach of a power outlet Ensure the surface2. Sealed in Oven Floor Safety Interlock System Door Handle Door Stirrer Cover Light DTD Getting to Know Your Oven Control Panel Sealed in Oven Floor Safety Interlock System Door Handle Door Stirrer Cover Light QABDOR gt A Control Panel This controls the programming of the microwave oven See detailed description under Getting to Know Your Control Panel f B Sealed in Oven Floor This sealed in oven floor allows the food to be penetrated from the base upwards The microwaves pass through the oven floor and bounce off the metal base back into the oven cavity The oven floor is sealed in for easy cleaning C Safety Interlock System This ensures that the oven cannot operate with the door open The oven automatically switches off when the door is opened D Door Handle Lift the handle from the bottom to open the door As the door opens the interior light comes on To close the door just push it back into place until you hear a click E Oven Door The door has two skins sandwiching a metal mesh This mesh deflects the microwaves back into the oven cavity The door has also been designed to give clear vision to the inside of the oven F Stirrer Cover This plastic cover protects the stirrer from a build up of soil Th blade is designed to distribute the microwaves evenly throughout the oven cavity The stirrer cover should not be removed G Light T
3. is level and that the oven has adequate ventilation There must be at least 2 5 em l inch of clearance at the top 4 cm 1 inches at the back and a total of 15 cm 6 inches side clearance NOTE Do not store cookbooks or this instruction book inside or underneath the oven Electrical Connection For your convenience and safety your new Zanussi microwave comes ready fitted with a moulded flex and plug All you have to do is push the plug into a 13 amp power socket and switch on However if for some reason you need to replace this plug with one of your own you will find the wires inside the flex are colour coded as follows 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 with the markings identifying the terminals in your plug this is what you have to do Connect the green and yellow earth wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or the earth symbol or coloured green or 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 which is marked with the letter L or coloured red Fuses The appliance s moulded on plug is supplied fitted with a 13 amp BS1362 fuse If this fuse blows you can replace it in the following way Remove the plug from the pow
4. scratch the door and interior surface Wipe out excess moisture after each use DO NOT USE Abrasive cleaners cleaning pads or steel wool Be sure the oven is cleaned carefully after every use Replacement of Interior Light The oven interior light is easily replaced First unplug the oven Turn the cooker round and unsnap and remove the Lamp Access Cover on the back of the oven In some models a screw must first be removed to release the cover Replace the bulb with a 15 watt E14 available from hardware stores or the local Zanussi Service Centre Lamp Access Cover 13 Questions and Answers Q What happens if I accidentally operate the microwave oven with no food in it A While such accidental use of short periods of time does not damage the magnetron it is not recommended Q Is eating food cooked in a microwave oven harmful A Microwaves are simply a source of heat energy just like gas and electricity All three produce cooking in the food itself Food cooked in a microwave oven is not harmful to eat Q Why do I have moisture in the microwave oven after cooking A The moisture on the inside of your microwave oven is normal and nothing to worry about It is caused by the steam from the cooking food hitting a cool oven surface Wipe excess moisture from the inside of the oven after each use Q What causes the oven interior light to dim when using Variable Power A This is normal and indicates that
5. the oven is operating and cycling normally Q Foods cooked in a microwave oven seem to cool off faster than conventionally cooked foods Why is that A Often the dish used to store foods in the refrigerator is used for heating in the microwave oven In this case the cold dish absorbs heat from the food It may be necessary to heat the food for additional time 14 What Happens if Something Goes Wrong Important If the oven does not come on check that the appliance is connected correctly O check that the switch from the supply to the appliance is ON O replace the fuse in the socket where present with another of the appropriate rating O check that the fuse in the fuse box is intact O Ifafter all these checks the appliance still does not work call your local Zanussi Network Service Centre listed in the telephone directory It helps to jot down the address and telephone number in the space below Never attempt to remove the rear panel of the oven or tamper with the oven in any way IMPORTANT UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD ANY SERVICE REPAIR WORK BE CARRIED OUT ON THIS APPLIANCE BY UNQUALIFIED PERSONS 15 Peace of mind for twelve months ZANUSSI STANDARD GUARANTEE CONDITIONS This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights which will not be excluded or in any way diminished by the return of this guarantee card We IAZ International UK Ltd undertake that if
6. within twelve months of the date of the purchase this ZANUSSI appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials we will at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE for labour materials or carriage on condition that The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only and in accordance with the manufacturer s operating and maintenance instructions The appliance has not been serviced maintained repaired taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by us The appliance is still in the possession of the original purchaser 16 All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Zanussi Network Service Centre Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become our property Exclusions This guarantee does not cover Damage or calls resulting from transportation improper use or neglect the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic Cost incurred for calls to put right machines improperly installed or calls to machines outside the UK and the Republic of Ireland Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment plus those which are the subject of rental agreements or five years ZANUSSI 5 YEAR COVER CONDITIONS See enclosed l
7. eaflet For a once only payment you can extend your Standard Guarantee all the conditions and exclusions of which apply 1 2 3 ao Products supplied as seconds refurbished damaged or shop soiled are not eligible for Zanussi cover The issue of a cover does NOT by virtue of our having done so nullify the exclusions The Engineer will need to check the details of your Cover card and will make a charge for his services if it is not presented to him at the time of his call The date of purchase or the date of initial payment deposit of the appliance will be deemed the date of commencement of cover Covers issued are not refundable or transferable Change of address Zanussi Cover Card is valid throughout UK including Isle of Man Channel Islands Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland and does not require amending Advice in writing quoting the Cover Card number is necessary to enable correction of our records 17 DIA ZANUSSI The appliance of science IAZ International UK Ltd Zanussi House Reading The information in this manual is correct at time of going to press Zanussi reserve the right to alter specifications without notice
8. er socket and use a small serewdriver to lever out the red plastic fuse carrier located between the plug s prongs together with the old fuse Fit it with a new 13 amp fuse and clip it back into the plug Make sure your new fuse is ASTA approved If the carrier is damaged you can get a new one from your local Zanussi Service Agent Safety The manufacturer declines to accept any liability should these safety measures not be observed O Check that the supply flex and any other wiring is positioned in such a way that when the microwave oven is operating its temperature at any point is less than 50 degrees C above the ambient temperature of the room O Never remove the rear panel of the oven to gain access to the terminal board Ifan extension is required it should be made using the standardised plug and the external cable and it should be capable of carrying the expected load O Check that the fuse and domestic installation are suitable to carry the electric load of this appliance see rating plate at the back of the oven O Check the appliance is properly earthed according to existing rules and regulations O The appliance meets the requirements laid down in EEC Directive No 76 889 and amendment 82 499 relating to the suppression of radio and TV interference IMPORTANT UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD ANY SERVICE REPAIR WORK BE CARRIED OUT ON THIS APPLIANCE BY UNQUALIFIED PERSONS Features Control Panel
9. esired O Do Not attempt to cook or reheat eggs result You will soon learn the correct in the shell in the microwave oven They timings for cooking or heating your may explode favourite foods It is important to remember that it is possible to burn foods if they are cooked for too long but the burning will occur inside the food first and will only become apparent by smell Unlike conventional cooking microwaves do not radiate heat they generate it within the food Therefore the container should only become hot when it is in contact with the food O Do Not attempt to operate the oven with the door open by tampering with the safety interlocks O Do Not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow the sealing surfaces to accumulate dirt O Do Not use metal cookware in the oven CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN REHEATING ITEMS WITH A HIGH SUGAR OR FAT CONTENT Do Not operate the oven if it is damaged in any way 11 Microwave Cooking Terms and Techniques Stirring With foods such as casseroles sauces and soups it is necessary to stir the ingredients during the cooking time so the heat is evenly distributed Arrangement of Food To ensure even cooking of food it is best to arrange it so the thinner parts are towards the centre of the dish and the thicker more dense parts are on the outside For example if cooking chicken drumsticks the narrow end would be in the centre of the dish and the t
10. he light operates when the oven is in use or the door is opened It switches off at the same time as the programme finishes Getting to Know Your Control Panel 1 Time Control Knob A 60 minute cooking timer Turn the knob clockwise to set cooking time To decrease time if required turn the knob anti clockwise 2 Variable Power Control Knob Use to set desired power level This enables you to have total flexibility when selecting the microwave speed suitable for the food that is being cooked m Using Your Microwave Oven The Microwave Oven Microwave cooking is very versatile It enables you to cook reheat roast simmer hold warm and even defrost with speed and convenience As microwaving is such a new and fast way of cooking you must be prepared to gradually become more adventurous as you progress Start with something easy heat a cup of coffee in a mug for two minutes but open the door at any time and check if the coffee is as hot as you like it Next try heating leftovers on a plate An average serving takes about 2 3 minutes on power level 8 Look for steam or test the food to see if it is ready Feel free to open the door at any time If additional time is needed add it gradually It is better to under est
11. hicker end would be pointing to the outer edge Turning Food Again to ensure even cooking of food dense items such as hams roasts or whole poultry should be turned at least once during the cooking programme When using individual dishes it is advisable at some time during the cooking programme to re arrange the dishes so they will all be ready at the same time Standing Time Microwaves penetrate food only to a depth of 4 em 1 inches so the dense food items are best left to stand for a short period of time once the microwave cooking is complete This ensures the heat inside the food will penetrate to the centre and ensure it is completely cooked Standing time can take place either on the kitchen surface or in the microwave with the power off The food is covered often with foil and left so the heat can transfer evenly throughout the food The denser the food the longer the standing time 12 Shape of Food Always aim for uniform shapes to aid the even cooking of food This is especially relevant when cooking joints of meat and it is advisable to bone and roll joints such as legs of lamb before cooking Covering There are several types of covering and they are all used for different purposes Plastic film or glass lids help to hold in steam and therefore retain moisture so the food can cook more quickly Paper towels or napkins are loose covers used to prevent spitting and also to absorb moisture Wax paper is also a l
12. imate than over estimate Before using the microwave oven for the first time be sure all the packaging materials from both the outside and inside of the oven have been removed Wipe out the inside of the oven with a damp cloth Each recipe in the cookbook gives the approximate cooking time This is because many factors such as food temperature dish shape arrangement of food and density control the precise time Start with a shorter time and add time if needed Remember the cookbook is only a guide Operating the Oven 1 Pull up the door handle The interior light will come on automatically when the door opens 2 Place the food item inside the oven 3 Set the appropriate power level by turning knob 2 until the desired power level is reached 4 Set the timer for the desired time by turning knob 1 clockwise 5 Close the door The oven will start cooking The door may be opened at any point to check food even if there is time left on the dial The timer will maintain the time setting and cooking will continue when door is reclosed 6 When the time is up a bell rings once and the oven turns off automatically Variable Power Feature There are ten power settings which allow total flexibility in choosing the speed of microwave cooking This enables you to get the best cooking results for each type of food just as you would use different temperature settings in conventional cooking The settings range from
13. oose cover which holds in some of the moisture and therefore speeds up the cooking time Cookware The range of cooking utensils that can be used in the microwave is wide There are many excellent varieties of cookware specially manufactured for use in the microwave freezer also much of the conventional kitchen equipment is quite suitable The basic rule to remember is not to use anything made of metal or with any metal parts and that includes screws handles metallic designs on plates foil dishes even metal ties on foods from the freezer Also avoid some plastics such as melamine or urethane the microwave may warp or crack them The most suitable dishes are made of china or pottery ovenproof glass or paper For further information see your microwave cook book Cleaning and Maintenance Microwave Oven cleaning Your microwave oven requires a minimum of maintenance To keep it free from grease and soil build up the microwave oven should be cleaned with a damp cloth after each use A soft nail brush can be used to remove stubborn stains Odours can be eliminated from the inside of the oven by boiling a solution of one cup of water and several tablespoons of lemon juice in the cavity We would also recommend occasionally wiping the oven interior with a sterilising fluid i e Milton in the interest of hygiene Use only a mild detergent water and a soft clean cloth to clean the oven face and all surfaces Be careful not to
14. power level 10 which is 100 of power to power level 1 which is 10 of power Basic uses are as follows Power level Power General uses 1 10 Holding food warm 2 20 Softening butter raising bread 3 30 Defrosting 4 40 Warming syrups and sauces 5 50 Slow cooking 6 60 Heating frozen meal dishes e g fish pies curries casseroles 7 70 Start cakes cook soups and stews 8 80 Reheat plated and leftover food 9 90 Reheating larger items 10 100 Full power for vegetables fish hot beverages grill preheating microwave browner 10 Safety Facts To ensure maximum satisfaction from your When reheating small items such as microwave oven we would like to advise mince pies take care to under estimate you of some precautions to observe when reheating times rather than over using your new microwave cooker estimate The microwave oven cooks much faster Example 2 mince pies on power level 8 than conventional ovens It is wise to take 20 30 seconds only take special care when you are cooking Do Not use the oven for storage when it something for which specific timings is not in use have not been recommended This applies particularly when reheating foods Always watch the cooking or i heating of the food in question givingit 0 Do Not let the timer continue to operate Do Not attempt to run the oven with no food in it short cooking times and adding more after removing food until you have obtained the d
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