Care & Cleaning; To Protect The Non-Stick Finish; Troubleshooting - Panasonic SD-RD250 Operating Instructions And Recipes

Care & cleaning
Caution:
Unplug your breadmaker and allow it to cool down before cleaning.
 To avoid damaging your breadmaker...
 Do not use abrasives, such as cleansers,
scouring pads etc.
 Do not wash any part of your
breadmaker in the dishwasher.
 Do not use benzine, thinners, or alcohol.
 After rinsing the washable parts, wipe with cloth.
Always keep the breadmaker parts clean and dry.
Raisin nut dispenser
Remove and wash with water
 Wash after each
use to remove
any residue.
Body, lid and steam vent
Wipe with a damp cloth
 Wipe gently to avoid damaging the
temperature sensor.
Temperature
sensor
• The color of the inside of the machine may
change with use.
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Dispenser lid
Remove and wash with water
 Open the dispenser lid to approximately
75 degrees to line up connections on
both side and pull it towards you to
remove.
75 degrees
 Be careful not to damage the seal.
(Damage could lead to leakage of
steam, condensation, or deformation)
Bread pan &
kneading blade
Remove any leftover dough and wash
with water.
 If it is difficult to remove the kneading
blade, soak in warm water for
5–10 minutes. Do not submerge the
bread pan in water.
Measuring spoon & cup
Wash with water.
 Not dishwasher safe

To protect the non-stick finish

Bread pan and kneading blade are coated with a non-stick finish to avoid stains and to make it easier when removing
bread.
To avoid damaging it, please follow the instructions below.
• Do not use hard utensils such as a knife or a fork when removing bread from the bread pan.
(If the bread cannot be easily removed from the bread pan, leave the bread pan for 5-10 minutes to cool,
making sure that it is not left unattended where somebody or something may get burnt.)
After that, shake the bread pan several times using oven mitts.
(Hold the handle down so that it does not get in the way of the bread.)
• Ensure that the kneading blade is not embedded in the bread loaf before slicing it.
If it is embedded, wait for the loaf to cool and remove it.
(Do not use hard or sharp utensils such as a knife or a fork.)
Be careful not to get burns as the kneading blade may still be hot.
• Use the soft sponge when cleaning the bread pan and the kneading blade.
Do not use anything abrasive such as cleansers or scouring pads.
 Hard, coarse or large ingredients such as flours with whole or ground grains, sugar, or the addition of nuts and seeds may damage the non-
stick finish of the bread pan. If using large chunks of ingredients, break into small pieces. Please make sure to follow the recipe quantities
stated.

Troubleshooting

Before calling for service, please check through this section.
Problem
 The quality of the gluten in your flour is poor, or you have not used bread flour and all-purpose
flour. (Gluten quality can vary depending on temperature, humidity, how the flour is stored, and
the season of harvest)
 Try another type, brand or another batch of flour.
 The dough has become too firm because you haven't used enough liquid.
My bread does not rise
 Bread flour and all-purpose flour with higher protein content absorbs more water than others,
so try adding an extra 10-20 mL of water.
 You are not using the right type of yeast.
 Use a dry yeast from a sachet, which has 'instant yeast' or 'rapid rise yeast' written on it.
This type does not require pre-fermentation.
 You are not using enough yeast, or your yeast is old.
 Use the measuring spoon provided. Check the yeast's expiry date. (Keep in fridge)
 The yeast has touched the liquid before kneading.
 Check that you have put in the ingredients in the correct order according to the instructions,
The top of my bread is uneven
adding the water and liquids last. (P. 12)
 You have used too much salt, or not enough sugar.
 Check the recipe and measure out the correct amounts using the measuring spoon provided.
 Check that salt and sugar are not included in other ingredients.
 You have used too much yeast.
 Check the recipe and measure out the correct amount using the measuring spoon
My bread is full of air holes provided.
 You have used too much liquid.
 Some types of flour absorb more water than others, so try using 10–20 mL less water.
 The quality of your flour isn't very good.
 Try using a different brand of flour.
My bread seems to have
 You have used too much liquid.
collapsed after rising.
 Try using 10–20 mL less water.
Cause  Action
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