To Next PageTo Next PageWhy is my pizza burning in the Zanussi ZPO1BPC Kitchen Appliances pizza oven?
If your pizza is burning in the Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven, it may be because you are not rotating your pizza frequently enough or starting the rotation soon enough after placing it inside the oven. This pizza oven can cook at very high temperatures, so it’s important to keep an eye on your food while it cooks.
Why am I seeing smoke and soot in my Zanussi ZPO1BPC Kitchen Appliances pizza oven?
It's normal for your Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven to have a light layer of soot after use, as smoke is produced when wood starts to burn until it reaches optimum temperatures. If you continue to see dark smoke, your pellets may not be completely dry, or too many may have been added at once. Add pellets gradually and make sure they are burning cleanly before you start to cook. Remember to follow the steps for lighting and maintaining temperatures in this guide. While it is not necessary, you can wipe down the inside of your pizza oven with dry paper towels after it has cooled for a fresh start.
What to do if Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven is running too hot?
If the pizza oven is running too hot, reduce your preheat time and add less fuel. If your bases are burning and the stone is too hot, rest a cast iron dish on it for 30 seconds or so to absorb some of the heat. This can happen if you have added too much fuel or preheated for too long.
Why is the Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven not hot enough?
The pizza oven is designed to reach optimum temperatures in 18 minutes preheat time. If your Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven is not hot enough, you may not have allowed for the full preheat time. If there are low ambient temperatures, add an extra 10-15 minutes to this preheating time. Ensure that you are using dry wood pellets and that you are following the lighting instructions.
What to do if my pizza isn’t cooked through in Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven?
If your pizza isn’t cooked through in the Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven, it may be because the dough or toppings are too thick. These pizzas will cook best when the toppings are light. Follow the cooking instructions for pizza, and ensure that the dough is well spread out, and that the toppings are not overloaded.
Why can I see flames at the rear of my Zanussi ZPO1BPC pizza oven?
Flames may escape from the rear of your Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven when the flow of convection is broken, for example, when the door is taken off. This is perfectly normal. Ensure that you have read through the safety instructions and that your pizza oven is positioned at least 3ft (1m) away from any buildings or structures. Never use your pizza oven in high winds.
Why does the pizza stone look dirty in my Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven?
The stone baking board in your Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven may change colour but this will not affect performance. Excess food can be left to burn off under the high temperatures inside of the oven. This can happen because of excess food which has not yet been burnt off.
Why my Zanussi ZPO1BPC pizza oven chimney has changed colour?
Stainless steel may change colour after exposure to temperatures of 1000°F (537°C), and some parts of your Zanussi Kitchen Appliances pizza oven will reach this temperature and above. This will NOT affect the way that your pizza oven performs. Some imperfections may be removed using a stainless steel cleaner. Parts of your pizza oven have been exposed to very high temperatures.
General| Brand | Zanussi |
|---|---|
| Model | ZPO1BPC |
| Category | Kitchen Appliances |
| Language | English |
Key safety warnings and advice for initial setup and cooking.
Critical warnings for operation, including CO, placement, and fuel.
Detailed list and visual representation of all included pizza oven components.
Instructions for unfolding the pizza oven's legs during initial assembly.
Guide for attaching the ash tray to the pizza oven body.
Instructions for fitting the hopper assembly onto the pizza oven.
Guidance on placing the pizza stone inside the oven.
Instructions for attaching the door handle to the oven door.
Steps for fitting the chimney pipe and lid onto the oven.
How to correctly attach, secure, and remove the oven door.
Instructions for placing the pellet grid and fire box assembly.
Guidance on how to attach and use the fire box assembly handle.
Instructions for using the hopper shovel for fuel and storage.
How to pack and transport the pizza oven using the provided bag.
Detailed guide on using wood pellets for lighting the pizza oven.
Step-by-step instructions for lighting the pizza oven and preparing it for cooking.
How to safely extinguish the pizza oven and dispose of ashes.
Step-by-step guide and tips for baking pizzas in the oven.
Instructions for cooking steak, including timing and technique.
Instructions for cleaning the pizza peel, oven body, and combustion chamber.
Addresses common problems like lighting, temperature control, and pizza burning.
Solutions for smoke, soot, colour changes, and external flames.
Details of the 12-month guarantee and its terms and conditions.
Information on how to contact customer services and spare parts.
