Zanussi ZBM 762 - User Manual

Oven Light: Illuminates the oven cavity without any cooking function.
Conventional Cooking: Heat comes from both top and bottom elements, ensuring even heating.
Top Heating Element: Heat comes only from the top element.
Bottom Heating Element: Heat comes only from the bottom element.
Fan Cooking: Allows roasting or baking simultaneously on any shelf without flavor transference, by circulating hot air.
Inner Grill Element Only: For grilling small quantities.
Double Grill: Activates the full grill element.
Thermal Grilling: An alternative method combining the grill element and the oven fan to circulate hot air, reducing the need to check and turn food.
Defrost Setting: Assists in thawing frozen food by circulating air at room temperature without heat.

The Thermostat Control Knob (Fig. 2) allows selecting temperatures between 50°C and 250°C (MAX). The Thermostat Control Light indicates when the oven has reached the selected temperature. An Oven Control Light (if present) also comes on when a function is selected.

The oven is equipped with a Cooling Fan for the controls, which keeps the front panel, knobs, and oven door handle cool. This fan may continue to run after the oven or grill is switched off until a normal temperature is reached.

Some models (ZBC741) can be fitted with Catalytic Self-Cleaning Side Panels (accessory available on request). These panels, at normal cooking temperatures, turn fat splashes into a light residual powder that can be wiped away with a damp sponge.

The oven also features an Electronic Timer (MOD. ZBM 762 - 742) with the following functions:

Setting the Time of Day (24 H Clock): Press buttons A and B simultaneously while turning knob E to enter the time.
Cooking Time: Press button B and turn knob E to enter the desired cooking time. The "AUTO" signal appears, and an audible signal sounds when cooking is complete.
Manual Operation: Press button D to set the oven for manual operation.
Setting the Automatic Timer: Press button B and turn knob E to enter cooking time, then press button C and turn knob E to enter the end of cooking time. The oven will switch on automatically and an audible signal will sound when cooking is complete.
Setting the Minute Minder: Press button A and turn knob E to enter the desired time (max 23h 59min). An audible signal sounds when the time is up.

For models ZBC 741 - 981, an End of Cooking Timer is present, allowing:

Setting the Time of Day: Push and turn the timer knob anti-clockwise.
Manual Function: Pull and turn the timer knob clockwise until the symbol appears.
Automatic Operation: Pull and turn the timer knob clockwise to set the cooking time. The oven switches off automatically, and an acoustic alarm sounds when time is up.

Important Technical Specifications

Recess Dimensions: Height 59.4 cm, Width 56.0 cm, Depth 55.0 cm.
Oven Cavity Dimensions: Height 32.5 cm, Width 42.0 cm, Depth 39.0 cm.
Volume: 55 liters.
Oven Thermostat Settings: From 50°C up to 250°C.
Heating Elements Ratings:
- Bottom heating element: 1000 W
- Top heating element: 800 W
- Full Oven (Top+Bottom): 1800 W
- Grill heating elements: Simple 1750 W, Double 2550 W
- Fan Oven heating element: 2000 W
Oven Lamp: 25 W
Convection Fan: 30 W
Cooling Fan: 25 W
Maximum Power Rating: 2600 W (ZBM 742: 2080 W)
Voltage Tension (50 Hz): 230 V
Oven Bulb Specifications: Resistant to 300°C, electric rate 230 V - 50 Hz, power rate 25 W, connection type E 14.
Electrical Connection: Single-phased connection to 230V electrical supply. Requires a suitable plug or a double pole switch with a minimum gap of 3 mm between contacts. Earth wire must not be interrupted.

Usage Features

First Use: Before cooking, set the thermostat to MAX, switch to conventional cooking, run empty for 45 minutes with a window open for ventilation, then clean the oven cavity, shelf, and dripping pan.
Oven Door: Always open the oven door by catching the handle in its central part.
Cooking with Multifunction Oven:
- Conventional Cooking: Use the relevant symbol and set the thermostat. Adjust for more top or bottom heat if needed.
- Fan Oven: Use the relevant symbol and set the thermostat. For multiple dishes, place shelves on the first and third positions from the bottom. For single dishes, use lower positions.
- Defrosting: Use the relevant symbol and set the thermostat to OFF.
General Cooking Advice:
- Always use oven-proof baking trays and dishes.
- Do not place pans, biscuit pans, or aluminum foil directly on the oven base to avoid heat build-up and damage.
- Supervise cooking with fats or oil carefully to prevent fires. Clean up any spills immediately.
- Fish and Meat: Use oven-proof dishes or directly on the shelf with the dripping pan (containing some water) in the lowest position. White meat, poultry, and fish require 150-175°C. Red meat requires 200-250°C for a short time.
- Baking: Cakes usually need 150-200°C. Pre-heat for about 10 minutes. Keep the oven door closed during cooking.
Grilling:
- Grilling: Use the relevant symbol and set the thermostat. Spread a little oil on meat or fish, place on the oven grid. Adjust shelf level based on food thickness. Place the dripping pan (with water) at the lowest level.
- Thermal Grilling: Use the relevant symbol and set the thermostat to a maximum of 200°C.
Grease Filter: Fit the grease filter over the oven fan when roasting meat to prevent fat build-up. It is dishwasher-proof. Remove after cooking and cooling.
Oven Door Protection Device: A special protection device can be fitted to the oven door to prevent children from being exposed to heat. It can be purchased from Service Force Centres (code 35791).
Power Loss: All timer settings and programs will be cancelled. The timer must be reset when power is restored.
Safety Thermostat: The oven has a safety thermostat that cuts power in case of overheating due to a malfunctioning main thermostat. Do not attempt to repair it yourself; contact a Zanussi Service Centre.
All cookings must be carried out with the oven door closed.

Maintenance Features

General Cleaning:
- Always allow the oven to cool down before cleaning.
- Avoid spreading spray cleaning products on heating elements or the thermostat sensor.
- Never use harsh abrasives, steel wool, or cleaners with bleach, as they can damage enamel and oven door glass.
Oven Cavity: Clean while still warm with a soft cloth and soapy water. For tough stains, use oven cleaner, stainless steel cleaning products, or warm vinegar. Clean the oven cavity after cooking fruits to prevent stains from burning in.
Oven Door and Gasket:
- To clean the oven door, it is recommended to remove it. Open the door fully, unlock and turn the small levers on the hinges (Fig. 5), handle the door by its sides, turn it half-closed, gently pull it off, and place it on a steady plan. Clean the glass with warm water and a soft cloth. Refit by reversing the procedure.
- Periodically check the gasket condition and clean it without abrasive products. If damaged, call a Zanussi Service Centre.
Replacing the Oven Light: Ensure electricity supply is switched off. Push in and turn the glass lid anticlockwise, remove the faulty bulb, replace with a new one, refit the glass lid, and switch on the electricity supply (Fig. 6).
Removing Self-Cleaning Panels: If installed, remove them periodically for thorough cleaning. Allow the oven to cool, remove the drop collecting basin, unscrew shelf support ring nuts, and remove side panels (Fig. 0145, FO 0085). If necessary, unscrew the back panel fixing screw (FO 0028).
Hinged Grill (certain models): To clean the oven roof, ensure the oven is cool and isolated from electricity. Undo the screws holding the grill (Fig. 7), gently pull the grill downward, clean the oven roof, then push the grill element back into place and firmly screw the holding nuts. Ensure nuts are firmly in place to prevent the grill from falling.

Troubleshooting (What Happens If Something Goes Wrong)

Oven does not come on: Check if in manual operation, a cooking function and temperature are selected. Verify proper wiring, and that the socket switch or mains supply switch is ON.
Oven temperature light does not come on: Turn the thermostat knob to a temperature, or turn the oven function control knob to a function.
Oven light does not come on: Turn the oven function control knob to a function, or replace the bulb following instructions.
Dishes take too long/too fast to cook: Refer to the "Using the Oven" chapter for guidance.
Steam and condensation settle on food/oven cavity: Leave dishes inside the oven no longer than 15-20 minutes after cooking.

For further issues, contact a Zanussi Service Centre with the appliance model, product number, and serial number (found on the identification plate on the front external edge of the oven cavity). Only genuine spare parts should be used.