User manual ZANUSSI ZCE641X

[. . . ] ELECTRIC COOKER ZCE 640 ZCE 641 INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Please read this instruction booklet before using the appliance GB Important Safety Information You MUST read these warnings carefully before installing or using the appliance. If you need assistance, contact our Customer Care Department on 08705 727727 Installation · This cooker must be installed by qualified personnel, according to the manufacturer's instructions and to the relevant British Standards. Remove all packaging before using the cooker. Ensure that the electrical supply complies with the type stated on the rating plate. [. . . ] For example, the colder the ambient temperature, the longer the defrosting time. 11 Grilling Grilling must be carried out with the oven door closed. The grill pan handles must be removed from the pan. Cooking chart Cooking time depends on the thickness of the meat and not on its weight. Type of food Bacon rashers Chicken joints Gammon rashers Lamb chops Pork chops Sausages (turning as required) Steaks (average thickness) Toast Mins per side 2-5 15 - 20 5-8 6 - 12 10 - 15 10 - 12 Rare 3-6 Medium 6 - 10 Well done 8 - 12 1 - 11/2 How to Use the Grill 1. Turn the oven control function knob to . Turn the thermostat control knob to the required temperature. Adjust the grid and grill pan runner position to allow for different thicknesses of food. Position the food close to the element for faster cooking and further away for more gentle cooking. Preheat the grill on a full setting for a few minutes before sealing steaks or toasting. Adjust the heat setting and the shelf as necessary, during cooking. During cooking, the thermostat control light will operate in the same way as described for the fan oven function. Hints and Tips Most foods should be placed on the grid in the grill pan to allow maximum circulation of air and to lift the food out of the fats and juices. Food such as fish, liver and kidneys may be placed directly on the grill pan, if preferred Food should be thoroughly dried before grilling to minimise splashing. Brush lean meats and fish lightly with a little oil or melted butter to keep them moist during cooking Accompaniments such as tomatoes and mushrooms may be placed underneath the grid when grilling meats When toasting bread, we suggest that the top runner position is used. The food should be turned over during cooking, as required. - - OIL The grill element is controlled by the thermostat. During cooking, the grill cycles on and off to prevent overheating. 12 Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning can be carried out, you must DISCONNECT the cooker from the electricity supply. This appliance cannot be cleaned with steam or with a steam cleaning machine. The Hob Top The hob is best cleaned whilst it is still warm, as spillage can be removed more easily than if it is left to cool. Regularly wipe over the hob top using a soft cloth well wrung out in warm water to which a little wasing up liquid has been added. Avoid the use of the following: - household detergent and bleaches; - impregnated pads unsuitable for non-stick saucepans; - steel wool pads; - bath/sink stain removers. Should the hob top become heavily soiled, it is recommended that a cleaning product such as Hob Brite or Bar Keepers Friend is used. The Hotplates Spills onto the actual plate should be removed using warm water and a soft brush, nylon or plastic scourer. To keep the plates looking as new, hotplate conditioner can be purchased from most hardware stores, e. g. "4 Hob" by HomeCare Products (follow the manufacturer's instruction for use). Alternatively, wipe the plates with a drop of olive oil on a kitchen towel to avoid rust. It is important to note that the plate will smoke a little and produce a slightly unpleasant odour when next used. Drying Important: After cleaning, dry the hotplates thoroughly by switching on to a low-medium setting for a few minutes. Restoring To maintain the appearance of your sealed hotplates apply a little salt-free vegetable oil or restorative agent (i. e. [. . . ] The switch should be sited within 2m from the cooker and easily accessible upon completion of the installation. The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any point. The earth wire should be about 2 cm longer than the live and neutral wires. Ensure that the hob supply cable does not come into contact with surfaces with temperatures higher than 50 deg. [. . . ]