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Hitachi HB-B100 User Manual

Hitachi HB-B100
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HITACHI
AUTOMATIC
HOME
BAKERY
We
thank
you
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buying
a
Hitachi
Automatic
bread
maker.
Please
read
the
following
instructions
carefully
and
use
your
bread
maker
in
a
proper
way.
After
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CONTENTS
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Hitachi HB-B100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelHB-B100
TypeBread Maker
Timer13-hour delay timer
ColorWhite
FeaturesDelay timer

Summary

Automatic Home Bakery HB-B100 Instruction Manual

Important Safeguards

Basic safety precautions to follow when using electrical appliances.

Product Features

Bread Sizes

Home bakery offers sizes for small, medium, and large loaves.

Delay Timer Functionality

Digital timer allows setting bread readiness time from 4 to 13 hours.

Available Recipes

Details four recipes: Basic Bread, Rapid Bread, Mix Bread, and Dough.

Crust Color Setting

Option to set crust color to light, medium, or dark.

Lock Button Function

Blocks other settings to prevent accidental changes during operation.

Ingredients for Baking

Dry Yeast

The most important ingredient for bread rise, does not need preliminary fermentation.

Flour Type

Bread flour is desirable for high protein content; gluten forms for better rise.

Salt Usage

Controls yeast action, helps firm dough, and prevents over rising.

Sugar Usage

Enhances yeast, flavor, and promotes crust browning and soft bread.

Butter Usage

Adds flavor and makes bread softer and glossier.

Dry Milk Usage

Enhances gloss and flavor, making bread richer and softer.

Water Importance

Key ingredient for forming gluten and a major factor in bread success.

Bread Making Process

Process Stages and Times

Details time for each stage: Pre-knead, Rest, Knead, First rise, Gas squeeze out, Second rise, Bake, Finish, Complete.

Appliance Description and Accessories

Main Components Identification

Identifies parts like Handle, Lid, Viewing Window, Control Panel, Bread Pan, Mixing Blade.

Included Accessories

Lists accessories: measuring spoon, measuring cup, bread knife, and cook book.

Control Panel Functions

Menu Selection Guide

How to select bread type (BREAD, RAPID, MIX, DOUGH) using the MENU button.

Bread Colour Adjustment

Adjusts browning degree via LIGHT, MEDIUM, or DARK settings.

Lock Button Operation

Blocks other buttons to prevent accidental changes after starting.

Timer Setting Procedure

Sets delay time from 4h 20m to 13h for BREAD setting only.

Start Button Function

Initiates baking immediately or starts the preset delay timer.

Off Button Purpose

Cancels operation, changes delay time, or powers down the unit.

How to Use: Baking Bread

Ingredient Quantities for Loaves

Table of ingredients and precise measurements for Large, Medium, and Small loaves.

Step 1: Install Mixing Blade

Instructions for removing the bread pan and installing the mixing blade correctly.

Baking Bread Steps

Step 2: Place Ingredients

Placing water, ingredients except yeast, and dry yeast on top of flour.

Step 3: Position Bread Pan

Ensuring the bread pan is correctly inserted into the bread maker.

Step 4: Close Lid

Closing the lid until it clicks audibly for proper operation.

Starting and Monitoring Baking

Step 5: Plug In Power

Plugging the bread maker into the power outlet.

Step 6: Start Bread Maker

Pressing START, observing indicator lights and timer countdown.

Using the Delay Timer

Delay Timer Setting Example

Demonstrates setting the timer for a desired bread readiness time.

Delay Timer Operation

How to set timer using up/down arrows and starting the process.

Finishing and After Use

Step 7: Remove Bread Pan

Safely removing the hot bread pan after baking is complete.

Step 8: Remove Bread and Blade

Shaking the pan to loosen the bread and removing the mixing blade.

Step 9: After Use Procedure

Unplugging the bread maker for safety after each use.

How to Use: Bread Rapid Setting

Bread Rapid Ingredients

Ingredient quantities for BREAD RAPID for different loaf sizes.

Starting Bread Rapid

Selecting the BREAD RAPID menu and pressing START.

How to Use: Mix Bread Setting

Raisin Bread Instructions

Adding fruit during the KNEAD phase for raisin bread.

Starting Mix Bread

Selecting MIX BREAD menu and pressing START; adding raisins when prompted.

How to Use: Dough Setting

Dough Preparation Notes

Refer to Cook Book for dough recipes; timer not usable for DOUGH.

Starting Dough Process

Selecting DOUGH menu, pressing START, and monitoring stages.

Taking Out Dough

Removing the bread pan and mixing blade after the process.

Tips for Delicious Homemade Bread

Fresh Ingredient Usage

Using fresh ingredients and proper storage for flour and yeast.

Accurate Ingredient Measurement

Importance of precise measurements using scales or level spoonfuls.

Ensuring Tasty Bread

Tips on enjoying bread and proper storage methods (refrigerator/freezer).

Display Indications and Errors

Start Button Display Issues

Interpreting '-E', '-H', '-L' displays when START is pressed.

Power Interruption Displays

Handling display flashing or 'BREAD' only indication due to power loss.

Cautions for Use and Safety

Placement Cautions

Warnings about placement near heat sources, sunlight, and children.

Before Using Precautions

Ensuring proper wiring, cleanliness, and correct ingredients.

Operational Safety and Handling

During Operation Cautions

Do not cover maker or open lid during operation unless specified.

Burn Cautions

Warnings about hot surfaces during and after baking.

Bread Pan Handling

Do not deform or immerse bread pan in water.

After Using Safety

Do not immerse the main unit in water to prevent shock or malfunction.

Maintenance Procedures

First Step: Disconnect Power

Cooling the unit and disconnecting power before maintenance.

Detaching Mixing Blade

Methods to loosen and detach the mixing blade, including using water.

Cleaning Main Body and Lid

Wiping with a damp cloth, avoiding immersion, and keeping the oven area clean.

Cleaning and Storage

Bread Pan Cleaning

Washing the shaft and seal packing of the bread pan.

Mixing Blade Cleaning

Washing the fluorocarbon-treated mixing blade with a soft sponge.

Preventing Coating Damage

Advice on not using metallic utensils to protect the fluorocarbon resin coating.

Storing the Bread Maker

Ensuring the unit is cool and dry before storing, and closing the lid.

Q&A: Ingredient Issues

Bread Height and Shape Variation

Discusses factors affecting bread height and shape, like temperature and ingredients.

Bread Not Rising Causes

Reasons for failure to rise: missing yeast, stale yeast, or incorrect installation.

Offensive Bread Odor

Causes of odor: stale ingredients, too much yeast, or using BREAD RAPID setting.

Coarse Bread Structure Explanation

Explains the structure difference from commercial bread due to the pan shape.

Hole in Loaf Center Cause

Air trapped during kneading and not expelled can cause a center hole.

Q&A: Operational Issues

Mixing Blade Detaches from Bread

Mixing blade is detachable; caution for hot blade removal.

Timer Limitations Explained

Timer usable for 4h 20m to 13h; ingredients may spoil if timer exceeds limits.

Raisin Addition Timing

Raisins added mid-kneading to preserve shape; timer not for MIX BREAD.

Timer for Dough Setting

Timer not usable for DOUGH setting as dough may spoil.

Q&A: Ingredient & Timer Use

Adjusting Ingredient Amounts

Using half or double amounts; effects on mixing blade and bread swelling.

Fresh Milk vs. Dry Milk

Using fresh milk with water deduction; not recommended with timer due to spoilage.

Night Noise with Timer

Noise is from motor/ventilator starting kneading at night for next morning's bread.

Power Interruption Handling

Momentary interruptions (under 10 min) may not affect operation; use LOCK function.

Q&A: Baking Results & Adjustments

Bread Not Removed After Baking

Bread cools, ventilator runs 30 min to prevent sogginess.

Crust Color Variation

Adjust crust color using BREAD COLOR button before BAKE stage.

Bread Rises Too High

Use less dry yeast and/or sugar if bread rises too high.

Fruit Bread on Rapid Setting

Fruit bread not suitable for RAPID setting due to reduced rising time.

Troubleshooting Guide

Baking Result Checks

Checks for operation, smoke, sides collapse, top inflated, bread too short.

Ingredient and Measurement Checks

Troubleshooting issues related to flour, yeast, sugar, and water quantities.

Operational and Setup Checks

Checks for mixing blade, power outage, OFF button press, lid open.

Ingredient Type and Condition Checks

Issues related to whole wheat, self-rising flour, wrong yeast, or old ingredients.

Post-Baking Handling Issues

Problems from slicing too soon or choosing dark setting.

Troubleshooting Guide: Countermeasures

Countermeasures for Baking Issues

Steps to resolve issues like floured top, under-baked, coarse, over-baked, or sticky bread.

Specifications and Service

Technical Specifications

Details power supply, consumption, dimensions, weight, timer, cord, and thermal fuse.

After Service Information

Instructions for seeking repair from the store if abnormality occurs.

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