Zanussi ZUQ 875 Instruction Booklet

Manual is about: BUILT-UNDER ELECTRIC DOUBLE OVEN AND GRILL

Summary of ZUQ 875

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    Built-under electric double oven and grill zuq 875 instruction booklet.

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    2 important safety information these warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the information in this book contact the customer care depa...

  • Page 3: Contents

    3 contents for the user important safety information 2 description of the appliance 4 getting to know your appliance 5 grill and oven furniture 6 before using the appliance 7 rating plate 7 preparing to use your appliance 7 when first switching on 7 the cooling fan for the controls 7 control panel i...

  • Page 4: Description of The Appliance

    4 description of the appliance built under electric double oven your built-under appliance comprises of an oven with conventional and fan assisted option and dual grill in the top compartment. The multifunction main oven can be automatically controlled by the electronic timer. Top oven / dual grill ...

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    5 getting to know your appliance the control panel main oven multifunction selector 12.00 main oven indicator neon electronic timer top oven indicator neon main oven multifunction selector main oven temperature control top oven / dual grill control fan selector indicator neon fan selector button for...

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    6 grill and oven furniture the following items of grill/oven furniture have been supplied with the appliance. 1 grill pan 1 grill pan handle 1 grill pan grid 1 shelf for grilling and top oven cooking 2 shelves for main oven cooking.

  • Page 7: Before Using The Appliance

    7 before using the appliance rating plate this is situated on the lower front frame of the appliance and can be seen upon opening the door. Alternatively the rating plate may also be found on the back or top of some models (where applicable). The appliance must be protected by a suitably rated fuse ...

  • Page 8: Electronic Timer

    8 electronic timer key a cook time b end time c countdown d time e decrease control f selector control g increase control note: the time of day must be set before the main oven will operate manually. 1. Set the time of day the oven has a 24 hour clock. When the electricity supply is first switched o...

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    9 to cancel the countdown if you change your mind and want to cancel the 'countdown', press the selector control button until the 'countdown' ( ) indicator neon flashes and then the decrease control ( - ) until 0.00 shows in the display as fig. 5. The 'countdown' ( ) indicator neon will continue to ...

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    10 b) to set the timer to switch off only i) ensure the electricity supply is switched on and that the correct time of day is displayed, e.G. 10.00am as fig. 9. Ii) set the main oven controls to the required function and temperature. Iii) place food in the oven. Iv) to set the length of cooking time...

  • Page 11: The Dual Grill

    11 the dual grill caution – accessible parts may be hot when the grill is in use. Young children should be kept away. The grill is a dual circuit grill which means that the full area of the grill can be used, or for economy purposes, the centre section only can be used when cooking smaller quantitie...

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    12 hints and tips • most foods should be placed on the grid in the grill pan to allow maximum circulation of air to lift the food out of the fats and juices. • adjust the grid and grill pan runner position to allow for different thicknesses of food. Position the food close to the element for faster ...

  • Page 13: The Fan Assisted Top Oven

    13 the fan assisted top oven the top oven is the smaller of the two ovens. It is heated by elements in the top and bottom of the oven and a fan. It is designed for cooking smaller quantities of food. It gives especially good results if used to cook fruit cakes, sweet and savoury flans or quiche. The...

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    14 hints and tips • use the top oven when you want to warm plates. Use the lowest setting on the top oven temperature control. • there should always be at least 2.5cm (1”) between the top of the food and the grill element. This gives best cooking results and allows room for rise in yeast mixtures, y...

  • Page 15: The Conventional Top Oven

    15 the conventional top oven this form of cooking gives you the opportunity to cook without the fan in operation. It is particularly suitable for some cook chilled convenience foods and dishes which require extra base browning such as pizzas, quiches and flans. Gratin's, lasagne and hotpots which re...

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    16 hints and tips • single level cooking gives best results. If you require more than one level of cooking use the main fan oven. • the middle shelf allows for the best heat distribution. To increase base browning simply lower the shelf position. To increase top browning raise, the shelf position. •...

  • Page 17: Top Oven Cooking Chart

    17 top oven cooking chart the oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary increase or decrease the temperatures by a further 10°c to suit individual preferences and requirements. Conventional oven fan assisted oven food position temp (°c) position temp (°c) biscuits 3 170 - 1...

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    18 thermal grilling in the top oven thermal grilling in the top oven offers an alternative method of cooking food items normally associated with conventional grilling. Thermal grilling helps to minimise cooking smells in the kitchen and allows you to grill with the oven door closed. With the excepti...

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    19 hints and tips • prepare foods in the same way as for conventional grilling. Brush lean meats and fish lightly with a little oil or butter to keep them moist during cooking. • most food should be placed on the grill pan grid in the 'high' position in the grill pan to allow maximum circulation of ...

  • Page 20: Defrosting In The Top Oven

    20 defrosting in the top oven this top oven function enables you to defrost most foods without heat faster than some conventional methods as the oven fan circulates air around the food. It is particularly suitable for delicate frozen foods which are to be served cold e.G. Cream filled gateaux, cakes...

  • Page 21: Main Oven

    21 main oven dual grill caution – accessible parts may be hot when the grill is in use. Young children should be kept away. The grill is a dual circuit grill which means that the full area of the grill can be used or for economy purposes, the centre section only can be used when cooking smaller quan...

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    22 • when toasting bread, we suggest that the top runner position is used with the grid in its 'high' position. • when using the centre section grill, ensure food is placed centrally on the grilling grid directly beneath the grill element. • preheat the grill on full setting for a few minutes to sea...

  • Page 23: The Main Oven

    23 the main oven the main fan oven is particularly suitable for cooking larger quantities of food. The advantages of fan oven cooking are: preheating the fan oven quickly reaches its temperature so it is not usually necessary to preheat the oven. Without preheating however you may need to add an ext...

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    24 to fit the main oven shelves the shelf should be fitted with the straight rods uppermost on the frame and the forms towards the back of the oven. To remove a shelf slide the shelf towards you until the shelf stop is reached. Tilt shelf up at the front so that the stops clear the side supports. Li...

  • Page 25: The Conventional Oven

    25 the conventional oven this form of cooking gives you the opportunity to cook without the fan in operation. It is particularly suitable for dishes which require extra base browning such as pies, quiches and flans. Gratin's, lasagne and hotpots which require extra top browning also cook well in the...

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    26 hints and tips • single level cooking gives best results. If you require more than one level of cooking use the main fan oven. • the middle shelf allows for the best heat distribution. To increase base browning simply lower the shelf position. To increase top browning raise, the shelf position. •...

  • Page 27: Main Oven Cooking Chart

    27 main oven cooking chart the oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatures by a further 10°c to suit individual preferences and requirements. Note: shelf positions are counted from the bottom of the oven. Fan oven conventional oven foo...

  • Page 28: Roasting Chart

    28 roasting chart internal temperatures – rare : 50-60°c; medium : 60-70°c; well done : 70-80°c meat temperature cooking time beef/ beef boned 160-180°c 20-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 20-35 minutes over mutton/lamb 160-180°c 25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 25-35 minutes over pork/veal/ham 160-180°c...

  • Page 29: Pizza Function

    29 pizza function this setting can be used for foods such as pizza where base browning and crispness are required. The lower element operates in conjunction with the oven fan. Using pizza function • push out and turn the main oven multifunction selector to pizza setting. • push out and turn the main...

  • Page 30: Defrosting In The Main Oven

    30 defrosting in the main oven this main oven function enables you to defrost most foods without heat faster than some conventional methods as the oven fan circulates air around the food. It is particularly suitable for delicate frozen foods which are to be served cold e.G. Cream filled gateaux, cak...

  • Page 31: Boost Function

    31 boost function boost is ideal for quick preheating of the oven before selecting an alternative cooking function. It can also be used for cooking chilled and frozen convenience foods without the need for pre heating. Cooking times cooking times for convenience foods should be the same or slightly ...

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    32 thermal grilling in the main oven thermal grilling in the main oven offers an alternative method of cooking food items normally associated with conventional grilling. Thermal grilling helps to minimise cooking smells in the kitchen and allows you to grill with the oven door closed. With the excep...

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    33 hints and tips • prepare foods in the same way as for conventional grilling. Brush lean meats and fish lightly with a little oil or butter to keep them moist during cooking. • most food should be placed on the grill pan grid in the 'high' position in the grill pan to allow maximum circulation of ...

  • Page 34: Care and Cleaning

    34 care and cleaning before cleaning always allow the appliance to cool down before switching off at the electricity supply. Cleaning materials before using any cleaning materials on your appliance, check that they are suitable and that their use is recommended by the manufacturer. Cleaners that con...

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    35 cleaning inside the ovens the sides and back of the grill/top oven and main oven compartments are coated with a special stayclean coating. They should not be cleaned manually. The vitreous enamel main oven base and grill/top oven compartment base can be cleaned using normal oven cleaners with car...

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    36 cleaning the outer and inner door glass panels to prevent damaging or weakening the door glass panels avoid the use of the following: • household detergents and bleaches • impregnated pads unsuitable for non- stick saucepans • brillo/ajax pads or steel wool pads • chemical oven pads or aerosols •...

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    37 to replace the outer door glass 1. Holding the oven glass with both hands, gently place the locators into the holes of the brackets at the bottom of the oven door. 2. Holding the door glass with your left hand, use your right hand to open the oven door. Bring the door gently towards the glass pan...

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    38 replacing an oven light bulb disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply before replacing the bulb. The type of bulb required is a 300°c, 25 watt small edison screw. 1. Make sure the appliance is cool before you replace a bulb. 2. Open the door and remove the shelves and wirework runners...

  • Page 39: Something Not Working

    39 something not working please carry out the following checks on your appliance before calling a service engineer. It may be that the problem is a simple one which you can solve yourself without the expense of a service call. In-guarantee customers should make sure that the checks have been made as...

  • Page 40: Service and Spare Parts

    40 service and spare parts in the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact your local service force centre by telephoning:- 0870 5 929929 your telephone call will be automatically routed to the service force centre covering your post code area...

  • Page 41: Guarantee Conditions

    41 guarantee conditions standard guarantee conditions we, zanussi, undertake that if within 24 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 ...

  • Page 42: Technical Details

    42 technical details voltage: 230-240 volts ac 50hz wattage: 5.6-6.1kw height: 720 mm width: 593 mm depth: 585 mm (excluding handles and knobs) weight: 55kg this appliance complies with: european council directive 73/23/eec. Ecm directive 89/336/eec. Ce marking directive 93/68/eec. Equipment accordi...

  • Page 43: Installation Instructions

    43 installation instructions warnings • this appliance must be installed by a qualified electrician/competent person. Safety may be impaired if installation is not carried out in accordance with these instructions. • this appliance must be earthed. • do not remove the screws from the earth tab exten...

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    44 things to note • this appliance is designed to be fitted between cabinets with the recommended dimensions as shown in fig. 3 & 4. • if there is an existing housing unit it must be removed. • the dimensions given provide adequate air circulation around the unit within the cabinet, ensuring complia...

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    45 how to finish unpacking • place packed appliance next to the space in which it will be installed. • remove the appliance packing except for bottom tray which should be left in position until the appliance is ready to be fitted into its cabinet. Note: it is imperative that the appliance is left in...

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    46 connecting to the mains terminal warning: this appliance must be earthed. • we recommend you use a new length of 6mm 2 twin core and earthed cable to ensure your safety. • make connection as shown in fig.11 by proceeding as follows:- • preform wires to the appropriate shape to suit fitting into t...

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    47 fitting into the space between cabinets important: ensure that the oven is switched off at the wall before any further work is carried out. • position the appliance in front of the cabinet. See fig. 12. • take out all oven furniture before installation to reduce the weight you need to lift. The o...

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    Important notice in line with our continuing policy of research and development, we reserve the right to alter models and specifications without prior notice. This instruction booklet is accurate at the date of printing, but will be superseded if specifications or appearance are changed. Zanussi maj...