Page 3 - Before using your microwave oven
3 ZMB 30CST t Important information concerning your safety or the operation of your appliance is noted by this symbol and/or mentions words such as «Warning», «Take care». Be sure to follow all instructions carefully. Throughout the manual, this symbol guides you step by step when operating the appl...
Page 4 - Contents; “At a glance” operating instructions
4 Contents ZMB 30CST t Important informationEcologically responsible disposal of packaging and old appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Electrical conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 5 - Modes of operation
5 Contents ZMB 30CST t Modes of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Microwave only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Notes on microwave power levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Quick-Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 6 - Important information; Installation
6 ZMB 30CST t Ecologically responsible disposal of packaging materialsand old appliances Packaging materialsZANUSSI microwave ovens require effective packaging to protect themduring transportation. Only the minimum packaging necessary is used.Packaging materials (e.g. foil or styrofoam) can place ch...
Page 7 - Connecting to the mains
7 Important information ZMB 30CST t Connecting to the mains • The oven is delivered with the power cord and a plug for 230-240 V, 50Hz,earthed socket outlet. • Ear th protection minimizes the risks should a short-circuit occur. Check toensure the voltage of the oven matchesthe supply. N.B. If the ov...
Page 8 - Safety instructions
8 ZMB 30CST t General • The appliance should only be operated with the turntable and turntable support inserted. • Only suitable microwave ovenware should be used.• To protect the appliance against corrosion from moisture (condensation) in the cavity or on the door, wipe these areas dry after each u...
Page 9 - MICROWAVE OUTPUT POWER : 900 W; Microwaves
9 ZMB 30CST t Safety instructions • Whenever heating liquid, please also place a teaspoon in the container to avoid delayed boiling.During delayed boiling, the boiling temperature is attained without thetypical steam bubbles rising. When the container is shaken, even gently,the liquid may then sudde...
Page 10 - Take care not to be burned !; Grill; Grill / convection functions
10 ZMB 30CST t • The viewing window heats up during grilling and convection cooking (and in combination with microwave cooking), so keep small childrenaway from the appliance. • The cooking area, the grill heating elements, the rack, and the turntable become very hot during all modes. Make sure you ...
Page 11 - Suitable ovenware; X suitable; General operating instructions
11 ZMB 30CST t Suitable ovenware X suitable - non suitable 1) excluding silver, gold, platinum or metal decoration 2) does not include glaze containing metal 3) please note the maximum temperature stated by the manufacturer 4) convection + microwave combined function Ovenware material Mode of operat...
Page 12 - What else to note; MAFF rating
12 ZMB 30CST t • Food comes in all shapes, sizes and textures. The quantities alsovary. For these reasons the time and amount of energy needed todefrost, heat or cook will also vary. As a general rule :Double the quantity/weight = nearly double the time* *Please refer to the cooking charts. To be on...
Page 13 - The appliance; The microwave oven; Product Description
13 ZMB 30CST t The appliance The microwave oven A Control panel B Door seal C Safety interlock system D Viewing window E Grill F Turntable G Turntable support H Drive shaft C E B C F H G A D Product Description
Page 14 - The control panel
14 ZMB 30CST t A DISPLAY for time of day, function, programme length, power level,temperature, weight, food type, etc. B SELECTOR KNOB to set the clock, the programme length, the weight whenusing automatic pro-grammes, thetemperature for the convection functionsor the end-time to pre-set a programme...
Page 15 - The display
15 ZMB 30CST t The display guides you in programming with the following symbols: convection turntable off Convection Microwave Grill Grill + microwave + microwave choice of food type for automatic defrosting defrosting symbol weight in grams for automatic programming clock time temperature for conve...
Page 16 - Accessories; Folding rack; high; Glass pie dish
16 ZMB 30CST t The turntable and turntable support should beinstalled as shown in the diagram.Take care to ensure the turntable support is properlyin place.The turntable may turn clockwise orcounterclockwise during operation.Do not try to rotate the turntable support manually, asyou could damage the...
Page 17 - Setting the clock; Before using the appliance
17 ZMB 30CST t Setting the clock Example: 12:15 hrs 1. Plug the appliance into the mains. «12:00» together with the clock symbol flashes in the display. 2. Set the time of day, e.g. 12:15 with the selector knob 1) . Press START, the appliance is now ready for use. 1) The selector knob can be turned ...
Page 19 - START button
19 ZMB 30CST t Action • Open the door e.g. for stirring. • Shut the door and press the START button . • Press the CLEAR button once. • Press the CLEAR button twice. • Modify the selected cooking time: turn the selector knob clockwiseor anti-clockwise. • Modify the selected microwave power: press the...
Page 20 - The appliance features the following functions:
20 ZMB 30CST t Microwave In this mode, microwaves generate heat directly in the food. Thismode is highly suitable for warming, for example, ready cookedfood and drinks, the defrosting of meat or vegetables, and forcooking food like fish and vegetables. Grilling Heat is generated by a grilling elemen...
Page 21 - Microwave only; Cooking times can be set as follows :
21 ZMB 30CST t How to setExample: 1 minute 15 seconds on microwave output level 700 W 1. Press the MICROWAVE button , 900W and the microwave symbol appear in the display togetherwith the clock symbol and 00:00. Set the microwave power by pressing the MICROWAVEbutton till the desired microwave power ...
Page 22 - Notes on microwave power levels
22 ZMB 30CST t The following list shows you the power settings and what they can be usedfor during microwave operation : 900 Watt - heating liquids 700 Watt - to start a cooking sequence, start roasting, stewing, etc. - cooking vegetables - cooking dishes - defrosting and heating of deep frozen read...
Page 23 - How to set
23 ZMB 30CST t How to set The START button provides full microwave powerfor 1 minute.Each time you push the START button , the programme length is increased by 1 minute. Example : heating 2 cups of water (2 min) 1. P r e s s t h e S TA RT bu t t o n t w i c e. T h e programme time, the microwave sym...
Page 24 - Automatic Defrost Programmes
24 ZMB 30CST t Programme Food categories Delicate cakes and pastries Meat Poultry fresh 1) Fish 2) Examples Cream pie Pork roast, goulash Poultry (whole or portions) Fish (whole or fillets) Weight from - to 100 - 1000g 100 - 2000 g 100 - 2000 g 100 - 2000g Automatic defrosting programmes are availab...
Page 25 - Example: a 20 minute grill programme grill level 2; Grilling; G P 3
25 ZMB 30CST t How to set Example: a 20 minute grill programme grill level 2 1. Press the GRILL button . The corresponding grill symbol and the pre-set grill level G G P P 3 3 appears in the display. The clock symbol and 0 0 0 0 :: 0 0 0 0 flash in the display. 2. Select the desired grill level, ex....
Page 26 - Combined Grill and Microwave
26 ZMB 30CST t How to setExample: 20 minutes with 700W microwave power and grill 1. Press the GRILL button . The corresponding grill symbol and the pre-set grill level G G P P 3 3 appears in the display. The clock symbol and 0 0 0 0 :: 0 0 0 0 flash in the display. 2. Select the desired grill level,...
Page 27 - Example: a 20 minute convection programme at 200°C; Press the CONVECTION; Press the START button. The preset time will; Convection cooking
27 ZMB 30CST t How to set Example: a 20 minute convection programme at 200°C 1. Press the CONVECTION button . The corresponding symbol and the preset temperature,150°C, appear in the display together with the clocksymbol and 00:00 . 2. Set the desired temperature, e.g. 200°C, by pressing the CONVECT...
Page 28 - Combined convection and microwave
28 ZMB 30CST t How to setExample: a 20 minute convection programme at 200°C and150W microwave power 1. Press the CONVECTION button . The corresponding symbol and the preset temperature, 150°C, appear in the display together with the clock symbol and 00:00. 2. Set the desired temperature with the con...
Page 29 - Preset programmes
29 ZMB 30CST t Before programming, check that the clock isset to the correct time. Example : 12:00 To set: Proceed as if setting the desired programmefor immediate use :select your function and programme length(e.g. convection 45 minutes at 200° C). Instead of START, press the PRESETPROGRAMME button...
Page 30 - Press the PAUSE/CLEAR button; Child lock; Select microwave power «0» by pressing the; Kitchen timer
30 ZMB 30CST t You may programme “child lock” to preventunsupervised operation of your oven. To set: Press the PAUSE/CLEAR button for 5 seconds with the door open.“ L O C ” will appear below the clocktime. To release: Proceed as above : press the PAUSE/CLEARbutton for 5 seconds with the door open. ☞...
Page 31 - Defrosting; Cooking charts and tips
31 ZMB 30CST t Dish Weight Power Duration Standing Remarks/Hints in (g) (Watt) (min) time (min) MeatWhole meat 500 150 10-15 15-20 Turn once. Cover fatty parts with aluminium foil after 1st half of defrosting time. Steak 200 150 4-6 5-10 Turn once. Mixed chopped 500 150 9-14 15-20 Halfway through th...
Page 34 - Cooking vegetables; Cooking fish
34 ZMB 30CST t Description Weight Liquid Power Duration Standing Remarks/Hints (in g) added (Watt) (min) time (min) Cauliflower 500 1/8 l 900 8-10 2 Dot with butter. Frozen 300 1/8 l 900 7-9 2 Stalks facing outwards. broccoli Mushrooms 250 none 900 4-6 2 Cut into slices. Frozen peas 300 1/2 cup 900 ...
Page 36 - Tips on microwaving
36 ZMB 30CST t 1. You can’t find cooking details for a specific quantity of food. 2. The food is too dry. 3. The food is not yet defrosted, heated through or cooked oncompletion of programmetime. 4. The food is overcooked on the outside and undercookedin the middle on completionof cooking time. Base...
Page 37 - DIN; Test procedures
37 ZMB 30CST t Microwave output power 900 Watt The quality and operation of microwave ovens are established by recognisedtest institutes by testing specific dishes. DIN Power Time Standing Comments 1) Nr. 44 566 (min) time Part 2 (min) Defrost and cook 900 Watt 7-9 3 Cover. Halfway through cooking f...
Page 38 - Fish
38 Grilling Description Weight Grill Time Notes (gram) (min) Fish 1) mackrel 800-1000 3 20-25 Brush with oil. Seasonsardines 6 pieces 3 20-25 with salt and pepper. Meat 1) Sausages 6-8 pieces 3 20-26 Frozen chopped 4 pieces 3 23-27 Brush with oil. Season meat2 Rumpsteaks 400 g each 3 23-27 with salt...
Page 39 - Combined microwave and grilling; Tips on roasting and grilling
39 ZMB 30CST t Description Weight Dish Microwave Grill Time (in grams) power (min) (watt) Noodle casserole Approx. shallow dish 150 3 15-20 500 g pasta Potatoes au gratin Approx. shallow dish 900 1 20-22 800 g potatoes Lasagne Approx. shallow dish 900 1 15-20 800 g Meatloaf Approx. deep dish 600 3 1...
Page 40 - Baking with the convection function; Cakes in tin
40 ZMB 30CST t Baking with the convection function Description Mode Temperature Power Time °C (Watt) (min) Cakes in tin Sponge cake 160-170 - 45-55 Cheese cake 160-170 - 60-70 residual heat 10 Quiche Lorraine 190-200 - 40-50 Pastries Fruit flan or tart 200-220 - 40-50 Cakes baked in a loaf tin 160-1...
Page 42 - Cleaning and care
42 The Appliance Exterior Wipe the front of the appliance using a soft cloth and a mild, warmdetergent solution.Do not use abrasive cleaning substances, strong detergents or coarseabrasive cleaning materials.Do not clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Cooking area Failure to clean the appliance...
Page 43 - Service and spare parts
43 ZMB 30CST t Service and spare parts If the appliance does not function correctly, please carry out the followingchecks before contacting your local Service Force Centre. If the oven does not come on:• Check the appliance is connected correctly.• Check that the oven is plugged in properly.• Replac...
Page 45 - or electrical breakdown.; Customer Care
45 ZMB 30CST t Service and spare parts In-guarantee customers should ensure the necessary checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the problem is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown. Please note that proof of purchase will be required for in-guarantee calls. Customer Care For...
Page 46 - Standard guarantee conditions; Exclusions; This guarantee does not cover:; Guarantee conditions
46 ZMB 30CST t Standard guarantee conditions We, Zanussi, under take that if within 24 months of the date of the purchasethis Zanussi appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reasononly of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair orreplace the same FREE OF CHA...
Page 47 - European guarantee conditions; European Guarantee
47 ZMB 30CST t European guarantee conditions If you should move to another country within Europe then your guaranteemoves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications: • The guarantee star ts from the date you first purchased your product. • The guarantee is for the same period ...