Tefal Cake Factory KD801840 - Cake Maker Manual

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Table of Contents

Contents

1 Description
2 Using the Moulds
3 Product Presentation
4 Preparation
5 Installation and Connection
6 Presentation of the Programs
7 Modifying the Time and the Program Under Way
8 Maintenance and Cleaning
9 Cooking Guide
10 Troubleshooting to achieve great results
11 Troubleshooting Guide
12 Safety Instructions
13 Documents / Resources
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Tefal Cake Factory KD801840 - Cake Maker Manual

Description

Lid
Control panel
Appliance base
Non-stick aluminum bowl
Silicone PROflex 6-muffin mould *
Silicone PROflex 6-mini-cake mould *
Support grid for some PROflex moulds and for melting chocolate* or dairy desserts / mousses*
Power cord

Black reflector
PROflex silicone chocolate melting mould (depending on model) *
Muffin moulds made of steel*
Mini cake moulds made of steel*
Six-mould holder*
Glass pot**

*Depending on model
**accessories are sold separately (sold in a pack of 6)

Using the Moulds

To ensure the proper operation of your appliance, when filling the moulds, do not exceed the proportions indicated.

Silicone PROflex Mould*
The Cake Factory is only compatible with moulds belonging to the Tefal PROflex range, dimensions 30 x 21 cm.

Pour into the mould

Remove the aluminium bowl

Ensure that the black reflector is properly in place and attached to the bottom of the appliance

Place the grid on the reflector*

Place the mould

* To cook canelés or for any use of a mould taller than 4.5 cm, directly place the PROflex mould in the Cake Factory without the support grid.

Non-stick aluminium bowl

Grease the bowl

Fill the bowl

Remove the grid*

Ensure that the black reflector is properly in place and attached to the bottom of the appliance

Insert the bowl

Steel moulds*
Fill the moulds up to 3/4.

Pour into steel moulds

Place the moulds into the holder

Put the holder into the device

We recommend not to mix the mould shapes in the same baking process.
*Depending on model

After cooking
Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the mould.

Remove the support frame from the cake factory with oven gloves

Place the support frame on a surface suitable for heat

Remove the moulds from the support frame one by one

Melting chocolate*
To melt chocolate, use the Cake Factory non-stick aluminium mould or the PROflex chocolate melting silicone mould (if included).

Place the chocolate in the aluminium mould

Remove the grid

Put chocolate in a suitable container

Place the grid on the reflector

Individual dairy desserts/mousses* **
Do not put the lids on the glass pots during cooking.

Pour into the glass pots

Put the aluminium mould into the device

Put the glass pots in the aluminium mould

Once the baking process is finished, remove the dish and the glass pots from the Cake Factory, still hot, with the help of a potholder and leave to cool for 10 minutes before putting the lids on.

Dairy desserts/mousses to share*

Pour into the aluminium mould

Put the aluminium mould into the device

*Depending on model
**accessories are sold separately (sold in a pack of 6)

Product Presentation

On/Off button
Back button
Minus button (-)
Plus button (+)

OK / Start button
Control panel
Automatic programs
Manual program

Preparation

Remove all packaging, stickers and various accessories from both the inside and outside of the appliance.
Before first use, carefully clean the different molds using some hot water and some washingup liquid, carefully rinse and dry.

Installation and Connection

Appliance start-up applies to all programs

Plug in your appliance.
Next, wait a few seconds before pressing the On/Off button. The first program flashes, indicating the "Program Selection" mode.

Presentation of the Programs

If you are unsure of which cooking mode to use, please refer to the Cooking Guide.
Presentation of the Programs

5 Automatic Programs:

Cakes to share program
Individual cakes program
Lava cake program
Meringue program

Chocolate melting* or dairy desserts/ mousses* programme
Manual program

Cooking Tip: There is a program suited for each recipe type. Depending on the selected program, a default cooking time is indicated. There are several recipes per program. For this reason, it may be necessary to adjust the time based on the chosen recipe (see the list of recommended times per recipe). Preheating is not required, and cooking starts when the program is launched, once the appliance is closed and start has been pressed.

To ensure best results, it is essential to follow the recipe and to respect the proportions.

*Depending on model

Choosing the Cooking Program
Once the preparation has been poured into the mould and the cover has been closed:

Scroll through the cooking programs using the – and + buttons.
The chosen pictogram flashes.
Press the OK button to confirm.

Using an Automatic Program
1. Once the cooking program is selected, the corresponding indicator light is solidly lit.
2. A default cooking time flashes.
3. Press the + and – buttons to modify the time, if required.
4. Ensure that the lid is closed. Press the Start button to confirm and start cooking. The time display stops flashing.
5. Cooking has started. The graphic on the screen's left indicates that a cooking cycle is under way and that the appliance is heating. The time counts down by the minute, and then by the second during the last minute.

Note: Each subsequent time the appliance is used, the time displayed defaults to the previous time used.

Using the Manual Program

Once the cooking program is selected, the corresponding indicator light is solidly lit.
A default temperature flashes.
Press the + and – buttons to modify the temperature, if required.
Press the OK button to confirm.
A predefined cooking time flashes.
Press the + and – buttons to modify the time, if required.
Press the Start button to confirm and start cooking, and the time display will stop flashing.
Cooking has started. The graphic on the screen's left indicates that a cooking cycle is underway and that the appliance is heating. The time counts down by the minute, and then by the second during the last minute.
At any time, if necessary to adjust the time and/or the temperature*, press the "back" key depending on model*
Press the OK button to confirm.

Note: Each subsequent time the appliance is used, the time and temperature displayed default to the previous time and temperature used.

End of a Program (Automatic or Manual)
1. The time reaches 000 and the appliance beeps to signal the end of cooking.
2. Press OK once to stop the ring, the display 000 flashes.
3. The use of hand protection (oven glove) to prevent burns when handling hot dishes or moulds is necessary.

It is important to open the appliance and to quickly remove the cakes so that they do not continue to cook.

Extend a Cooking Cycle (Automatic or Manual)
1. At the end of the program, in the event where the cake is undercooked, it is possible to increase the cooking time by directly pressing the + and - buttons. Close the cover again.
2. Once the additional time has been entered, press Start to continue cooking.
3. The time display stops flashing and the minute-by-minute countdown starts. Cooking continues. The graphic on the screen's left indicates that a cooking cycle is under way and that the appliance is heating.
Relaunch the Same Program
Automatic and Manual
1. After having turned off the beep, press the OK button a second time to display the time. The last cooking time used is displayed and flashes.
2. Press OK to start the program.
Relaunch a Different Program
After an Automatic Program
1. After having turned off the beep, press the Back button to return to the program selection screen.
2. Please refer to Part A to choose the program.

After a Manual Program

After having turned off the beep, press the Back button to return to the program selection screen.
Please refer to Part C to start the program.

Modifying the Time and the Program Under Way

when the time is modified during cooking, the results can no longer be guaranteed. It is preferable to relaunch the full program.

Only possible if the elapsed cooking time <2min

Press the Back button to return to the time selection screen. The displayed time flashes.
If required, press the Back button a second time to return to the program selection screen.
Press the + and - buttons to choose a program again and/or to modify the time.
Confirm by pressing Start to restart cooking.

Maintenance and Cleaning

All repairs must be done by an authorised service centre.

Press the ON/OFF button to turn off the appliance.
Unplug the device.
Let the Cake Factory cool for at least 2 hours.
The cooking accessories are dishwashersafe. It is not recommended to wash silicone moulds in the dishwasher. The steel moulds and the support frame must not be put in the dishwasher. The appliance and its power cord must never be put in the dishwasher, nor under water. Wash the moulds in hot water and some washing-up liquid, then rinse thoroughly to remove all residue.
Dry them thoroughly. Do not use any metal scouring pads, steel wool or abrasive cleaning products to clean the non-stick mould. Only use nylon or non-metallic cleaning pads. To clean the lid, use a sponge soaked in hot water and dry using a soft, dry cloth. Never immerse the appliance in water or in another liquid.
Always ensure that the appliance is clean and dry prior to storage.
Do not touch the hot parts of the appliance when in use. Please keep hands and face away from steam releasing from the back of the appliance.
Do not carry or hang the appliance by it base or power cord. Be careful when moving the appliance.
Regularly clean the outside of the appliance.
After use, there may be a change in colour. This phenomenon is normal

Cooking Guide

The cooking times are provided for information only.

Dedicated Programs		Recipe	Time	Accessory
	Cakes to share	Sponge cake	25 min
	Cakes to share	Yoghurt cake	35 min
	Individual cakes	Blueberry muffins	34 min
	Individual cakes	Cupcakes	35 min
	Lava cakes	Chocolate	17 min
	Meringues	Swiss meringue	105 min
	Melting chocolate* With the manual program, choose 140 ° and respect the same cooking times	White or milk chocolate	6 min / 9 min
		Dark chocolate	7 min / 11 min
		Chocolate+butter	8min	Non-stick aluminium mould
	Dairy desserts/mousses*	Crème brûlée	100 min/ 120 min
	Dairy desserts/mousses*	Chocolate mousse	100 min/ 120 min

Find complete recipes on our application.
*Depending on model
**accessories are sold separately (sold in a pack of 6)

Troubleshooting to achieve great results

Examples	Tips
Lava cakes will be undercooked if there is too much butter with respect to the recommended ingredient weight. Lava cakes will be overcooked if there is too much flour with respect to the recommended ingredient weight.	Carefully observe ingredient quantities.
Lava cakes or cakes will be overcooked if left in the Cake Factory after the ringing signal is produced at the end of cooking.	Carefully remove the mould at the end of cooking, as recommended in the guide.
Lava cakes will be overcooked if the batter has been beaten rather than simply stirred.	Carefully follow the actions recommended in the recipe.
Muffins will be crumbly when turned out if the ingredients are mixed indiscriminately.	Carefully follow the order of the steps for incorporating the recipe's ingredients.
The flavour and texture of my cakes are lacking.	To ensure optimal results, take care to check that the ingredients are of good quality and unexpired.
The bottom of the red berry lava cake will be undercooked if the fruit coulis centre is not placed in the freezer for 4 hours prior to baking.	Carefully observe the ingredient set-up times recommended in the recipe.

Troubleshooting Guide

Problem	Solution
Er00 or Er003	Appliance failure: Unplug the appliance and contact your customer service or a repair centre.
Er01/Er02/Er04/Er05/Er06	Unplug the appliance and wait a few minutes. Then plug in your appliance again and turn it on. If the problem persists, contact your customer service or a repair centre.
The displayed time flashes	If the displayed time is correct, press OK to confirm.
The displayed temperature flashes	If the displayed temperature is correct, press OK to confirm.
The illuminated program flashes	If the displayed program is correct, press OK to confirm.
The appliance does not close properly	Open the appliance, check that the support grid has not been left under the non-stick cooking mould. Check whether you are using a silicone mould taller than 4.5 cm. If this is the case: remove the support grating. The mould used is not suitable for this appliance: use a mould that conforms with this appliance's conditions for use.
The time has reached 000, but the level of cooking is insufficient	At the end of cooking, after having turned off the beep sound by pressing OK once, close the appliance again and add some time using the – and + buttons, then confirm by pressing OK.
During cooking, after a modification to the cooking time, the cooking time automatically returns to the initial time	After having modified the time, press OK to confirm.
After a cooking program has been launched, it is not possible to modify the cooking time	Wait for 2 minutes to elapse after the launch of the program to modify the time using the – and + buttons.

Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
Product use, maintenance, cleaning and installation: for your safety, please read through all the sections in these instructions and pay attention to the corresponding pictograms.
This appliance is designed for indoor domestic household use only. In case of professional use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply. This appliance should not be used outdoors. This appliance is intended for domestic household use only. It is not intended to be used in the following applications, and the guarantee will not apply for:

Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
Farm houses;
By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
Bed and breakfast type environments.

Remove all packaging, stickers and various accessories from both the inside and outside of the appliance.
This appliance is not intended to be used by those (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by an adult responsible for their safety. Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the appliance or use it as a toy.
Never leave the appliance unattended when in use.

The temperature of accessible surfaces can be high when the appliance is in operation. Do not touch hot surfaces of the appliance.
This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
Unwind the power cord fully before use.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similary qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not use an extension lead. If you accept liability for doing so, only use an extension lead which is in good condition, has a plug with an earth connection and is suited to the power rating of the appliance. Take all necessary precautions to ensure that no one trips over the cord.
Always plug the appliance into a socket outlet with an earth connection.
Check that your mains supply voltage matches that indicated on the appliance data plate.
Never immerse the appliance or its power cord in water or any other liquid.
This appliance can be used by children 8 years of age and older and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. User cleaning and maintenance must not be carried out by children, unless they are over 8 years of age and under supervision.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children younger than 8 years old.

If parts of the appliance should catch fire, never try to extinguish flames with water. Disconnect the appliance and smother the flames with a damp cloth.
Do not heat or preheat the product unless the cooking moulds are inside it.

Carefully read through these instructions and keep them to hand. They apply to all the different versions of this appliance, depending on the supplied accessories.
In the event of an accident, immediately run cold water over the site of the burn and, if necessary, call a doctor.
Position the power cord carefully to be free of working areas, whether an extension is used or not.
Cooking smoke may be dangerous for animals with particularly sensitive respiratory systems, such as birds. We recommend that bird owners keep their birds away from the cooking area.
Always keep the appliance out of reach of children.
Prior to first use, wash the aluminium cooking mould or the steel moulds and wipe it using a soft cloth.
If you are using the aluminum mould or the steel moulds *, butter your moulds before putting the preparation inside for better release.
Prior to first use, wash the silicone moulds* or the steel moulds*, then wipe them using a soft cloth.
Check that the cooking moulds have been properly cleaned after use.
To avoid damaging the baking molds, use them only on the device for which they were designed (e.g. do not place them in the oven, on the hob or on a hot plate).
Ensure that the cooking moulds are stable and correctly positioned on the appliance base.
Only use cooking moulds provided or acquired from the authorised service centre.
To preserve the cooking mould coating, always use a plastic or wooden spatula.
Only use the accessories provided with the appliance or those purchased from an authorised service centre. Do not use them with other appliances.
Use only PROflex* Tefal, Crispy Bake* Tefal and CreaBake* Tefal molds indicated as compatible.
Use oven gloves to remove the moulds and the support frame when cooking is completed.
When melting chocolate, use the Cake Factory non-stick aluminium mould or the PROflex chocolate melting mould (if included).

Do not

Do not use the appliance outdoors.
Never transport the product when it is hot or while in operation.
Never plug the appliance in when it is not in use.
To prevent the appliance from overheating, do not place it in a corner or against a wall.
Never place your appliance directly on a fragile surface (e.g., glass table, tablecloth, varnished furniture, etc.) or a surface such as a plastic tablecloth.
Do not place the appliance on or near slippery or hot surfaces, nor let the cord hang above a heat source (e.g., cook top, gas stove, etc.)
Never place the appliance underneath a piece of furniture attached to a wall or a shelf or *Depending on model beside flammable materials such as blinds, curtains or drapes.
In order to prevent damage to the cooking surface (non-stick coating), never use a scouring pad or scouring powder.
Do not carry the appliance by the handle or the metal wires.
Never use the appliance when empty.
Do not place hot cooking moulds under water or on a fragile surface.
To preserve the non-stick qualities of the coating and the silicone, do not heat the appliance when empty.
The cooking moulds should never be handled when hot.
Do not cook food in bags or parcels ("en papillote").
To avoid damage to your appliance, never flambé food on it.
Never put aluminium foil or any other object between the cooking moulds and the food to be cooked or between the cooking moulds and the elements.
Do not cut directly on the cooking moulds.
Do not heat the appliance unless the reflector and a cooking mould are inside it.
Never heat or cook while in the "appliance open" position.
To preserve the silicone's non-stick qualities, we recommend refraining from washing it in the dishwasher.
To ensure the proper operation of your appliance, when filling the moulds, do not exceed the proportions indicated.
Do not oil, butter or grease the silicone moulds.
In case of an incident resulting in the breaking of a glass jar during the making of a recipe, the food in preparation should not be consumed and should be thrown away.
Glass jars should not be placed in the freezer. Do not put them in the microwave. Do not use a blowtorch.
Do not pour liquid at very high temperatures into the glass jars.

Recommendations/Information

For your safety, this appliance complies with the applicable standards and regulations (directives regarding low voltage appliances, electromagnetic compatibility, materials in contact with foodstuffs, the environment, etc.).
Thank you for choosing this appliance, designed for household use only.
Our company reserves the right to change the characteristics or components of its products at any time, in the consumer's interest.
When using the appliance for the first time, a slight odour and/or smoke may be emitted during the first minutes of use.
Any solid or liquid foods that come into contact with parts marked with the logo must not be consumed.
To clean the cooking moulds, use a sponge, some hot water and some washing-up liquid.
The element must not be washed. If it is really dirty, wait for it to cool completely and rub with a dry cloth.