Crust colour
It is normal for the top of the bread to be lighter than the sides.
Different combinations of ingredients may make the crust more or less brown.
Baking at high altitudes
At an altitude of more than 900 metres, the dough will leaven more rapidly.
When baking at high altitudes, you should therefore perform a number of tests.
Follow the instructions below and note the one which gives you the most satisfactory results:
1. Reduce the quantity of yeast by 25% to avoid excessive leavening.
2. Increase the salt by 25%. The bread will rise more slowly and will be less likely to collapse.
3. Check the dough during mixing. Flour kept at high altitudes tends to be dryer. You can add a few table-
spoons of water to the dough until an even ball is formed.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning the appliance, unplug from the mains socket and leave to cool completely.
Cleaning the outside
Clean the outside of the appliance with a damp cloth and polish with a soft dry cloth.
Do not use metal or abrasive pads. They could scratch the outside surface.
Cleaning the non-stick pan
Clean the pan and paddle with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
Do not use abrasives or aggressive household cleaning products as they could damage the non-stick surfa-
ce.
Do not immerse the pan in water.
However, if necessary, it can be washed gently with water and washing up liquid using a soft cloth.
NB: to clean the pan more efficiently, remove the inside paddle.
Care of the non-stick pan
Do not use metal implements to remove the ingredients or the bread as they could damage the non-stick sur-
face.
Do not worry if the non-stick surface becomes worn or discoloured over time.
This is caused by the action of steam, moisture, food, acids and the mixture of various ingredients, together
with wear and breakage.
It does not represent a risk and does not compromise operation of the appliance.
Do not wash accessories in a dishwasher.
Do not immerse the appliance in water.
Removing and cleaning the lid
To remove the lid, lift to an angle of about 45° and pull towards you.
Clean the inside and outside of the lid with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly before replacing.
Storing
Make sure the appliance is completely cold and dry before storing with the lid closed. Do not place heavy
objects on the lid.
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