ZANUSSI ZSM17100 (01) PDF Document

Before using your ZANUSSI ZSM17100 for the first time, you should remove all parts and any additional packaging from inside the microwave. After that, clean the appliance thoroughly before its first use.

To activate your ZANUSSI ZSM17100:

1. Turn the power setting knob to select a power setting.

2. Turn the timer knob to set a time. This automatically activates the microwave.

The microwave will start to cook automatically after the power level and time are set and the door is closed. Do not let the microwave operate when there is no food in it.

To deactivate the appliance:

• Wait until the appliance deactivates automatically when the timer knob reaches the 0 position.

• Turn the timer knob to the 0 position.

• Open the door. The appliance stops automatically. Close the door to continue cooking. Use this option to inspect the food.

To insert the turntable set:

1. Place the roller guide around the turntable shaft.

2. Place the glass cooking tray on the roller guide.

Do not cook food without the turntable set. Use only the turntable set provided with the microwave. Never cook food directly on the glass cooking tray.

The following table indicates which materials are suitable for use in the ZANUSSI ZSM17100 microwave for defrosting, heating, and cooking.

X = suitable

— = not suitable

¹ With no silver, gold, platinum or metal plating / decorations

² Without quartz or metal components, or glazes which contain metals

³ You must follow the manufacturer’s instructions about the maximum temperatures.

Cooking Tips:

• If possible, cook food covered with material suitable for use in the microwave. Only cook food without a cover if you want to keep it crusty.

• Do not overcook dishes. The food can dry out, burn or catch fire.

• Do not use the appliance to cook eggs or snails in their shells, because they can explode. With fried eggs, pierce the yolks first.

• Prick food with “skin” or “peel”, such as potatoes, tomatoes, and sausages, with a fork several times before cooking so that the food does not explode.

• For chilled or frozen food, set a longer cooking time.

• Always remove chilled meat and poultry from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before cooking.

• Let the meat, poultry, fish and vegetables stay covered after cooking.

Defrosting Tips:

• Always defrost roast with the fat side down.

• Do not defrost covered meat because this may cause cooking instead of defrosting.

• Always defrost whole poultry breast side down.

• For meat, poultry, and fish, put the frozen, unwrapped food on a small upturned plate with a container below it so that the defrosting liquid collects. Turn the food after half of the defrosting time.

• For butter, gateau, and quark, do not fully defrost the food in the appliance. Let it defrost at room temperature for a more even result.

• For fruit and vegetables that will be further prepared while raw, do not fully defrost in the appliance. Let them defrost at room temperature.

For proper care and cleaning of your ZANUSSI ZSM17100, follow these tips:

• Clean the front of the appliance with a soft cloth with warm water and a cleaning agent.

• To clean metal surfaces, use a usual cleaning agent.

• Clean the appliance interior after each use. This makes it easier to remove dirt and prevents it from burning on.

• Clean stubborn dirt with a special cleaner.

• Clean all accessories regularly and let them dry. Use a soft cloth with warm water and a cleaning agent.

• To soften hard-to-remove remains, boil a glass of water at full microwave power for 2 to 3 minutes.

• To remove odours, mix a glass of water with 2 tsp of lemon juice and boil at full microwave power for 5 minutes.

If you cannot find details for the amount of food you are preparing, look for a similar food item. You can then increase or shorten the length of the cooking times according to the following rule: Double the amount = almost double the time, Half the amount = half the time.

If your food becomes too dry, you should set a shorter cooking time or select a lower microwave power setting.

If the food is not ready after the cooking time has ended, you should set a longer cooking time or a higher power setting. Note that large dishes typically require a longer cooking time.

If the food is overheated at the edge but still not ready in the middle, next time you should set a lower power and a longer cooking time. It is also helpful to stir liquids, such as soup, halfway through the cooking process.

If your ZANUSSI ZSM17100 does not operate, please check the following possible causes and remedies:

If you see sparking inside the cavity of your ZANUSSI ZSM17100, refer to the following:

If the turntable set makes a scratching or grinding noise, there is likely an object or dirt below the glass cooking tray. To resolve this, clean the area below the glass cooking tray.

The ZANUSSI ZSM17100 microwave is for built-in use only. The minimum installation height is 85 cm. The cabinet cannot have a back wall in the place where the microwave is located.

Installation Distances:

Installation Steps:

1. Check if the dimensions of the furniture meet the required installation distances.

2. If the cabinet depth is over 300 mm, put the template on the bottom of the cabinet and check if it fits. If it does, mark the spots for screws. Remove the template and fix the bracket with the screws in the marked spot. Skip this step if the cabinet depth is 300 mm.

3. Install the microwave. If you fixed the bracket, make sure it locks the back of the appliance.

4. Open the door and fix the microwave to the cabinet with the screw.