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2 BUIL T -IN OVEN MODEL ZBM 878 INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Please read this instruction booklet before using the oven[...]
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3 Installation • This oven must be installed by qualified personnel to the relevant British Standards. • This oven is heavy. Take care when moving it. • Remove all packaging, both inside and outside the oven, before using the oven. • Do not attempt to modify the oven in any way. Child Safety • This oven is designed to be operated by adult[...]
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4 This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives: * 73/23 - 90/683 (Low VoltageDirective); * 93/68 (General Directives); * 89/336 (Electromagnetical Compatibility Directive) . and subsequent modifications Guide to use the instructions The following symbols will be found in the text to guide you throughout the Instructions: Safety Inst[...]
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5 Grease Filter Oven Light Grill Element Fan Rating Plate Anti-tip shelf (x 2) Description of the Oven Grill trivet Grill/roasting pan Removable handles Control Panel Telescopic Shelf Supports[...]
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6 Control Panel All the oven functions are controlled by an electronic programmer. You can select any combination of cooking function, cooking temperature and automatic timing. In the event of a power failure, the programmer will keep all the settings (time of day , program setting or program in operation) for about 10 minutes. If power is not rest[...]
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7 ☞ Ho w to set the Time of Da y The oven has a 24 hour clock. When the oven is first connected to the electrical supply , the display will automatically show 12:00. If no button is pressed within 10 seconds , the numbers will stop flashing and the clock will start running from 12.00. TO SET THE CORRECT TIME OF DAY : If numbers are flashing: pres[...]
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8 If the internal temperature is higher than the selected temperature (e.g. when a cooking function has been completed and the oven is still hot) the internal temperature will not be displayed. Thermal Grilling - This function offers an alternative method of cooking food items, normally associated with conventional grilling. The grill element and t[...]
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9 "F ast Heat Up" function After a cooking function has been selected and the temperature has been adjusted, the cavity will gradually heat up until the selected temperature is reached. This will take from 10 to 15 minutes, depending on selected function and temperature. If it is necessary to reach the required temperature in a shorter ti[...]
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10 Befor e the First Use Remove all packaging , both inside and outside the oven, befor e using the oven. Before first use, the oven should be heated without food. During this time, an unpleasant odour may be emitted. This is quite normal. 1. Switch on the oven by pressing the "ON" push button. 2. Press button twice. The pilot light to th[...]
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11 Cookwar e • Use any oven proof cookware which will withstand temperatures of 250 ° C. • Baking trays, oven dishes, etc. should not be placed directly against the grid covering the fan at the back of the oven, or placed on the oven base. • Do not use baking trays larger than 30 cm x 35 cm (12 in x 14 in) as they will restrict the circulati[...]
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12 Ho w to set the min ute minder 1) Press button to select the Minute Minder Function. The relevant pilot light will flash and the control panel will display 0.00. 2) Press button or within 3 seconds to select the required time (up to 19 hours 59 minutes). The Minute Minder will wait 3 seconds and then start running. 3) The display will count down[...]
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13 To pr o gramme the Ov en to switch on and off 1) Carry out the cooking duration setting as described in “To programme the Oven to switch off”. 2) Press button . The "End of Cooking" function will be selected, and the relevant pilot lamp will flash. The control panel will display the end of cooking time (that is, the actual time + c[...]
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14 Saf ety Cut-Off Function If no changes are made to the oven settings, the oven will switch off automatically according to the following table: If temperature setting is: the oven will switch off: 250 ° C or more after 1 1 / 2 hours from 120 up to 250 ° C after 5 hours less than 120 ° C after 12 hours Child Saf ety Function To avoid children s[...]
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15 The Fan Oven The air inside the oven is heated by the element around the fan situated behind the back panel. The fan circulates hot air to maintain an even temperature inside the oven. The advantages of cooking with this function are: ✓ Faster Preheating As the fan oven quickly reaches temperature, it is not usually necessary to preheat the ov[...]
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16 Runner positions are not critical, but make sure the shelves are evenly spaced. When cooking more than one dish in the fan oven, place dishes centrally on the shelves rather than several dishes on one shelf. When the oven is full, you may need to allow a slightly longer cooking time. A shelf may be placed on the floor of the oven. Place dishes o[...]
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17 The Conventional Oven When using this setting, heat comes from both the top and bottom elements. This allows you to cook on a single level and is particularly suitable for dishes which require extra base browning such as quiches and flans. Gratins, lasagnes and hotpots which require extra top browning also cook well in the conventional oven. Thi[...]
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18 Cooking Chart - Fan and Conventional Oven The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatures by 10 ° C to suit individual preferences and requirements. NOTE: Shelf positions are counted from bottom of the oven. Food Shelf Cooking Shelf Cooking Position Temp ( ° C) Position Temp ( °[...]
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19 The oven fan operates without heat and circulates the air , at room temperature, inside the oven. This increases the speed of defrosting. However , please note that the temperature of the kitchen will influence the speed of defrosting. This function is particularly suitable for defrosting delicate food which could be damaged by heat, e.g. cream [...]
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20 GRILLING FUNCTION SYMBOL PRE-SET TEMPERA TURE: 250 ° C TEMPERA TURE SELECTION 50 ° C - 250 ° C Grilling Grilling must be carried out with the oven door closed. The grill pan handles must be removed from the pan. ☞ Ho w to Use the Grill 1. Switch the oven ON . 2. Press the Cooking Function Control Button until the pilot light to the left of [...]
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21 ☞ Ho w to Use the Inner Grill Element The inner grill provides quick direct heat to the central area of the grill pan. Use the inner grill element for cooking small quantities, it can help to save energy. 1. Switch the oven ON . 2. Press the Cooking Function Control Button until the pilot light to the left of comes on 3. If necessary, press th[...]
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22 1000 2 Rolled joints - 3 180 30-40 20-30 800 4 Quartered chicken - 3 200 25-30 15-20 1000 2 Chickens - 3 190 30-35 25-30 800 1 Guinea fowl - 2 180 35-40 30-35 500 2 Pigeons - 3 180 35-40 30-35 500 4 Quail - 3 200 25-30 20-25 Vegetable gratin - 3 200 15-25 - 4 Toasted sandwiches - 3 200 3-5 1-2 9 St. Jacques shells - 3 200 15-20 - 600 2 Mackerel [...]
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23 The bottom element provides direct heat to the base of pizzas, quiches or pies, while the fan ensures air is circulated to cook the pizza toppings or pie fillings. To obtain the best results use the lower shelf levels. 1. Switch the oven ON . 2. Press the Cooking Function Control Button until the pilot light to the left of comes on. 3. If necess[...]
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24 Befor e cleaning always allow the cooling fan to cool the oven down befor e switching off at the electricity supply . The oven should be kept clean at all times. A build-up of fats or other foodstuffs could r esult in a fire, especially in the grill pan. Cleaning materials Before using any cleaning materials on your oven, check that they are sui[...]
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25 FO 0018 Oven Cavity The enamelled base of the oven cavity is best cleaned whilst the oven is still warm. W ipe the oven over with a soft cloth soaked in warm soapy water after each use. From time to time it will be necessary to do a more thorough cleaning, using a proprietary oven cleaner . DO NOT attempt to clean catalytic liners Oven Shelves a[...]
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26 Car e of catalytic liners Catalytic liners destroy splashes of food and fats when the oven temperature is raised to around 220 ° C. T o aid this process it is a good idea to run the oven for an hour or two per week, without food, to ensure continued good performance from the Catalytic liners. • Manual cleaning of the Catalytic liner is not re[...]
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27 Cleaning the hinged grill This model has been fitted with a hinged grill element to enable you to clean the roof of the oven easily. Before proceeding ensure the oven is cool and is isolated from the electricity supply. ☞ 1) Undo the screw which holds the grill in place (see diagram). FO 0781 FO 0778 2) Then gently pull the grill downward to a[...]
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28 If something goes wrong SYMPTOM ■ The oven does not come on ■ The oven light does not come on ■ It takes too long to finish the dishes, or they are cooked too fast. ■ Steam and condensation settle on the food and the oven cavity . ■ The timer does not work ■ The oven fan is noisy SOLUTION ◆ Press the OVEN ON button, then select a c[...]
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29 Service and Spare Parts If you require spare parts or an engineer contact your local Service Force Centre by telephoning: 0870 5 929929 Y our call will be routed to your local Service Force Centre. For further details, please see the accompanying Customer Care Booklet. ZANUSSI GUARANTEE CONDITIONS W e, Zanussi, undertake that if, within 24 month[...]
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30 Electrical Connection The oven is designed to be connected to 230-240V (50Hz) electricity supply . The oven has an easily accessible terminal block which is marked as follows: Letter L - Live terminal Letter N - Neutral terminal or E - Earth terminal THIS OVEN MUST BE EAR THED The cable used to connect the oven to the electrical supply must comp[...]
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31 Building In Please ensure that when the oven is installed it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown. The surround or cabinet into which the oven will be built must comply with these specifications: ● the dimensions must be as shown in the relevant diagrams; ● the materials must withstand a temperature increase of a[...]