Zanussi ZCG 6600 manual Do not cook casseroles over 3kg 6lb, Thaw thoroughly before cooking

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Soups, casseroles and stews

Do not cook casseroles over 3kg (6lb).

Bring to the boil on the hotplate then cook on slow cook. Cook in the middle of the oven or above.

Vegetables

Cut into small pieces.

Dried beans must be pre-soaked then boiled in an open pan for 15 minutes before adding to any dish.

Place vegetables under meat in casseroles.

Cook for 30 minutes at gas mark 6, then reduce to the slow cook setting.

Milk puddings

Cover the cereal with boiling water and allow to stand for 30 minutes.

lDrain and make the pudding in the usual way.

Cook for 30 minutes at gas mark 6, then reduce to the slow cook setting.

General points for slow cooking

Frozen foods

Thaw thoroughly before cooking.

Thickening

Toss meat in flour for casseroles. Blend cornflour with water and add at the end of cooking.

Flavouring

Flavours are retained because there is little evaporation. Adjust at the end of the cooking time.

Liquid

Reduce normal liquid quantities slightly as there is little evaporation during cooking time.

Milk and milk products, for example cream

Add these towards the end of cooking to prevent them from curdling.

Reheating

Left over food should be cooled quickly and refrigerated.

Food should not be reheated using the slow cook setting. Reheat conventionally or in a microwave. Food must only be reheated once.

Slow cooking

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Contents ZCGCOOKERMODELGAS6600 Contents Hotplate For your safetyLighting the cooker Second oven Grill/second ovenGrill Oven light Main ovenTo turn off any burner Mark you want Close the oven doorCooking positions GrillHeat control PreheatingPlate warming Putting food on the gridGrill shelf Grill pan and handle Grill pan is supplied with a removable handleHotplate control knobs turn to HotplateBurner sizes For your safety Helpful hints Oven shelves OvensHeat zones Baking trays and dishes Circulate around the foodRoasting CondensationOven cooking chart Main oven Minutes for each ½kg 1lb Mins. per ½kg 1lb and 25 minsMins. per ½kg 1lb and 15 mins ¼ 2¾ hours30 40 mins Rolls and buns 10 20 minsLamb Shelf on Medium Oven cooking chart Second ovenBase Medium Base Well DoneIndividual 20 30 mins Cakes Christmas Cake Shelf ½ 4½ hours ½ hoursPuddings Milk pudding Hrs. approx Fruit pie shortcrust 25 35 minsBaking tray Baked custard 50 60 minsTo use the minute minder Electronic timerTo set the time of day Setting the controls for automatic use Automatic controlMinutes from the time End time must not beMore than 23 hours Day. For example if the timeHints and tips for automatic cooking Please note There is no slow cook on the second oven Slow cookingFood preparation slow cooking Left over food should be cooled quickly and refrigerated Do not cook casseroles over 3kg 6lbThaw thoroughly before cooking Care and cleaning For your safety Grill and second oven When replacing hotplate burner partsClean the grill and oven frequently using hot soapy water Crown to body Do not try to force the crown on to the bodyMain oven Set the oven to mark 5 for at least 30 minutes Oven cleaning cycleTo carry out a cleaning cycle Remove the oven shelves Cleaning between the outer and inner door glass GeneralMake sure that a stability bracket is fitted Installing the cooker For your safetyLocation For further details seeHeight to hotplate 898mm 920mm Cooker dimensionsPositioning Width 594mm DepthMoving your cooker General information For your safetyConnecting to the electricity supply Replacing the oven light bulb What is wrong and why? CheckProbably a fault Help us to help you Service and spare parts For your safetyService Customer care department Gas Consumers CouncilGuarantee Conditions Standard guarantee conditionsTechnical Data DimensionsLocation of Appliance Important Safety RequirementsProvision for Ventilation Fitting the Stability Bracket Parts RequiredLevelling the Appliance Connecting to GAS Connection to the Electricity SupplyChecking the Hotplate Pressure TestingChecking the Grill Checking LID SHUT-OFF DeviceAutomatic Operation Checking the Main Oven ControlsChecking the Main Oven General Note Checking the Second OvenChecking the Main Oven Light T E S ZCG6600

ZCG 6600 specifications

The Zanussi ZCG 6600 is a gas cooker that encapsulates efficiency, style, and advanced cooking technology. Designed for both novice cooks and culinary enthusiasts, this model offers a host of features that enhance the cooking experience while ensuring safety and performance.

One of the standout features of the Zanussi ZCG 6600 is its versatile hob configuration. It comes equipped with four gas burners of varying sizes, enabling users to accommodate different pot sizes simultaneously. The powerful burners provide rapid heat-up times, ideal for quick meals, while the smaller burners are perfect for simmering sauces or preparing delicate dishes.

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