Manual for ZCE 7700X

Using Your Zanussi Cooker

Ceramic Hob

• Turn hob controls clockwise for full area, or anticlockwise for centre section.
• Inner section is economical for small saucepans.
• For single hotplates, turn control knob in either direction to vary heat. Higher numbers mean hotter settings.
• Ceraglow hotplates react quickly and have a rapid red glow.
• Use good quality saucepans with flat bases and close-fitting lids, approximately the size of the cooking area.
• Ensure new saucepans are scrubbed clean.
• Avoid traditional round-bottomed woks.
• Heated areas may switch ON/OFF to prevent overheating.
• Avoid excessive switching by using suitable saucepans.

Deep Fat Frying

• Fill pan one-third full of oil.
• DO NOT cover the pan.
• DO NOT leave unattended.
• In case of fire, switch off electricity, cover pan. DO NOT use water. Leave to cool.
• DO NOT store fat/oil in the frying pan on the hob.
• Coat food with flour, egg, breadcrumbs or batter.
• Use a thermometer to test oil temperature (190°C/375°F).
• Lower food gently, do not overfill.
• Drain cooked food on absorbent paper.
• Double fry chips for best results.

Grilling

• Use full or centre section of the grill for economy.
• Turn temperature control to the right for hottest setting.
• For lower settings, align 110°C or 150°C with the off dot.
• Cooling fan operates with grill.
• Grill door must be left open.
• Safety device cuts out grill if door is closed.
• Top oven cannot be operated when grill is in use.
• Handle attaches by sliding to the left and over the central bump.
• Remove handle by sliding to the right and lifting.
• Place grill pan on shelf centrally beneath grill.
• Withdraw grill pan to check food or remove shelf.
• Dry food thoroughly before grilling.
• Brush lean meats/fish with oil or butter.
• Adjust grill height and pan runner position.
• Place accompaniments under the grid.
• Use straight shelf in position 1 for toasting bread.
• Preheat grill on full setting.

Top Oven

• Smaller oven, heated top and bottom.
• Good for fruit cakes, flans, quiches.
• Ideal as a warming compartment (80°-100°C).
• Turn function selector to top oven.
• Turn temperature control to required setting.
• Cooling fan operates immediately.
• Grill cannot be operated with top oven.
• Indicator neon glows until desired temperature is reached, then cycles ON/OFF.
• Shelf fits with straight rods uppermost, towards the back.

Fan Oven

• For larger roasts and casseroles.
• Can cook on a flat shelf on the top oven base if sufficient room for air circulation.
• Stand dishes on a baking tray on shelf to prevent spillage.
• Ensure at least 2.5cm (1") between top of food and element.
• Place tins/trays centrally on shelf below element.
• Consider lower temperatures and shorter cooking times.
• Leave door open for shortest time.

Automatic Timer

• Set time of day first.
• Use minute minder for audible reminders.
• Set oven timer to switch ON and OFF automatically by setting Cooking Time and Stop Time.
• Set oven timer to switch OFF only by setting Cooking Time.
• Return cooker to manual by turning temperature control to OFF and pressing the () button.
• Programmes can be cancelled by returning cooking hours to zero.
• Ensure food is covered if not removed immediately after cooking.

Cleaning

• Allow cooling fan to cool cooker before switching off electricity.
• Do not use cleaners with bleach or abrasives.
• Clean ceramic hob daily with cream cleaner, e.g. Hob Brite.
• Use razor blade for stubborn burnt-on soilage.
• For discolourations, use Bar-Keepers Friend or a Cream of Tartar paste.
• Clean outside of cooker with soft cloth and hot soapy water.
• Control knobs and handles only with hot soapy water.
• Grill pan handle cannot be washed in dishwasher; other parts can.
• Meat tin, grill pan, grid, and shelves can be cleaned with a soap-impregnated steel wool pad.
• Stayclean enamel surfaces should not be cleaned manually. Run oven at 220°C weekly.
• Do not use oven sprays or abrasives on Stayclean surfaces.
• Clean door glass with hot soapy water; avoid household detergents, bleaches, etc.
• Outer door panel is removable for cleaning.
• Replace inner glass panels with soft cloth and hot water.
• Replace oven light bulb with a 300°C, 25W small Edison Screw bulb. Disconnect power first.

Troubleshooting

• Check wiring, main fuse, timer instructions if cooker does not work.
• Check timer settings if grill/hotplates work but oven does not.
• Check recommended temperatures, adjust if necessary, if oven temperature is too high/low.
• Check grill operation instructions, cooling fan, if grill/hotplates work but grill does not.
• Check cooker is level if oven is not cooking evenly or door won't stay open.
• Check for burnt-out bulb if oven light fails.
• Check oven level and if bakeware/shelves are vibrating if oven fan is noisy.