User manual ZANUSSI ZOS4

[. . . ] Do not attempt to modify the oven in any way. This oven is designed to be operated by adults. Do not allow children to play near or with the oven. Children should be kept away until it has cooled. [. . . ] Do not use abrasive materials to clean the seal. When cooking is completed and the oven has cooled down, remove the filter by pushing the protruding tongue on the filter upward. The Safety Thermostat This oven is provided with a safety thermostat. In case of malfunctioning of the main thermostat, and consequent over-heating, the safety device will stop the power supply to the appliance. If this happens, call your local Service Centre. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. The Cooling Fan for the Controls This oven is provided with a cooling fan, meant to keep the front panel, the knobs and the oven door handle cool. This fan may run on after the oven or grill is switched off, until a normal temperature is reached. 4 When the oven is first installed F Once the oven has been installed: a) set the thermostat knob to MAX; b) switch the oven function control knob to conventional cooking ( ); c) allow the oven to run empty for approximately 45 minutes; d) open a window for ventilation. During this time, an unpleasant odour may be emitted. This is absolutely normal, and is caused by residues of manufacturing. Once this operation is carried out, let the oven cool down, then clean the oven cavity with a soft cloth soaked in warm soapy water. Before cooking for the first time, carefully wash the shelf and the dripping pan. To open the oven door, always catch the handle in its central part. Using the Oven Always cook with the oven door closed Always use oven gloves to remove and replace food in the oven. The temperatures inside the oven can reach 250°C. cream filled gateaux, iced cakes, pastries, bread and other yeast products. Turn the oven function control knob to the relevant symbol ( ) and set the thermostat knob on l (OFF). F How to Use Defrosting Hints and Tips The Fan Oven The air inside the oven is heated by the top and bottom heating elements. The fan circulates hot air to maintain an even temperature inside the oven. The advantages of cooking with this function are: l Hints and Tips on Cooking Fish and Meat Faster Preheating As the fan oven quickly reaches temperature, it is not usually necessary to preheat the oven although you may find that you need to allow an extra 5-7 minutes on cooking times. For recipes which require higher temperatures, best results are achieved if the oven is preheated first, e. g. Lower Temperatures Fan oven cooking generally requires lower temperatures than conventional cooking. Follow the temperatures recommended in the cooking chart . Remember to reduce temperatures by about 20-25°C for your own recipes which use conventional cooking. Even Heating for Baking The fan oven has uniform heating on all runner positions. This means that batches of the same food can be cooked in the oven at the same time. However, the top shelf may brown slightly quicker than the lower one. There is no mixing of flavours between dishes. l You can place meat in oven proof dishes, or directly on the oven shelf. [. . . ] The shelf supports can be removed for easy cleaning (Fig. 6). Please, ensure the retaining nuts are secure when refitting the shelf support. FIG. 6 8 What happens if something goes wrong If the appliance is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks, before contacting your local Service Centre. SYMPTOM SOLUTION n The oven does not come on u Check that both a cooking function and a temperature have been selected or u Check the appliance is wired in properly, and the socket switch or the switch from the mains supply to the oven are ON. n The oven temperature light does not come on u u or Turn the thermostat knob on a temperature Turn the oven function control knob on a function. n The oven light does not come on u u or Turn the oven function control knob on a function Buy a new oven light bulb, asking for it to your local Service Centre and replace it by following the instruction provided in this booklet. [. . . ]