Frequently Asked Questions - Prima ABM6 Instruction Manual & Recipes

HOW DID IT TURN OUT?
If you followed the steps on the previous pages you should have a loaf
that looks just like the picture. If it doesn't then the following information
should help you identify what went wrong. If you have a failed loaf at any
time in the future you can guarantee that the reason is here in these next
few paragraphs.

Frequently asked questions

PROBLEM
The motor did not run
when I pressed START
The machine beeped part
way through the process.
I tried to make another loaf
straight after the first but
the process wouldn't start.
What does the 'keep warm'
sign mean when the loaf is
finished?
What if the power
interrupted accidentally
during the process?
PROBLEMS? Sunken loaves.
Typically, what happens is the dough will rise very well then sinks just as
the baking process starts. Most of the time, this is because the dough
was not strong enough. Whilst the yeast is still producing gas a weak
dough will maintain a good shape but once the yeast is killed by the
baking process, the loaf can sink under it's own weight.
1.
The mixture is too wet causing weak dough.
a.
Too much water/not enough flour. This will make the dough
sloppy. Check the pictures on the previous page. The dough
should be soft but firm.
b.
Use the recommended brands of flour and yeast at first. Other
brands may need some adjustment to the ingredients. Some
types of flour absorb less water than those recommended. In this
case add an extra 50g of flour to make the dough thicker.
c.
You're not using ordinary plain flour are you?
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CAUSE
It's not supposed to. All the programmes start with a pre-
heat step that ensures all the ingredients are at the right
temperature before the process starts.
The machine won't run unless the lid is closed.
This is the signal to add other ingredients like fruit or nuts.
Some of the recipes call for extra ingredients. Refer to the
appropriate recipe for more information.
The machine must be allowed to cool thoroughly before
another loaf can be made. The machine will show the word
HOT on the display panel.
The Keep Warm function prevents condensation from
forming on the loaf after the bake cycle has finished. You
can remove the loaf during the Keep Warm period then
press START/RESET button to reset the machine.
is The ABM6 will resume from where it left off as long as the
power is restored within 30 minutes. After this, it is likely
that the ingredients will have spoiled anyway.
Home Bakery
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