Why is my Kenwood BM350 Multilingual Kitchen Appliances bread having a heavy dense texture?
A heavy, dense texture can result from using too much flour, so measure accurately. It could also be caused by not using enough yeast or sugar; ensure you measure the recommended amounts accurately.
What to do if my Kenwood BM350 Multilingual Kitchen Appliances loaf collapsed while baking?
If your loaf collapsed while baking, it could be due to several reasons. The bread maker might have been in a draught or was knocked during rising, so reposition it. Ensure you are not exceeding the bread pan's capacity, using no more ingredients than recommended for a large loaf (max. 1Kg). Check that you used the amount of salt recommended in the recipe, as salt helps prevent the dough from over-proving. Measure the yeast accurately, and if the weather is warm and humid, reduce the liquid by 15ml/3tsp and the yeast by 1/4tsp.
Why is my Kenwood BM350 Multilingual bread not rising enough?
If your bread does not rise enough, consider these possible causes: Wholemeal breads will be lower than white breads. Ensure you're using enough liquid, increasing it by 15ml/3tsp if needed. Check that you've added sugar as listed in the recipe. Use strong bread flour instead of plain white flour. For best results, use only fast action “easy blend” yeast, ensuring you measure the recommended amount and check the expiry date. Note that the rapid bread cycle produces shorter loaves, which is normal. Also, ensure yeast and sugar remain separate when added to the bread pan, keeping them apart before the kneading cycle.
What to do if my Kenwood Kitchen Appliances breadmaker is not operating and the kneader isn't moving?
If your breadmaker isn't operating or the kneader isn't moving, first check that the on/off switch is in the ON position. Next, ensure the pan is correctly located and locked in place. Finally, verify that a delay timer has not been selected, as the breadmaker will not start until the countdown reaches the program start time.
What to do if E:01 appears on my Kenwood BM350 Multilingual display?
If 'E:01' appears on the display of your Kenwood Kitchen Appliances and the machine cannot be turned on, it indicates that the oven chamber is too hot. Unplug the appliance and allow it to cool down for 30 minutes.
What to do if my Kenwood BM350 Multilingual Kitchen Appliances bread sticks to the pan?
If your bread sticks to the pan or is difficult to shake out, this can happen over prolonged use. Lightly wipe the inside of the bread pan with vegetable oil.
Why does my Kenwood BM350 Multilingual Kitchen Appliances bread have an open, coarse, holey texture?
An open, coarse, holey texture can occur if salt is omitted, so assemble ingredients as listed in the recipe. It may also be caused by too much yeast, so measure the right amount of recommended yeast, or too much liquid, so reduce the liquid by 15ml/3tsp.
Why is the top of my Kenwood BM350 Multilingual Kitchen Appliances bread inflated and mushroom-like?
If the top of your bread is inflated and mushroom-like in appearance, it could be due to too much yeast, so reduce the yeast by 1/4tsp. It may also be caused by too much sugar, so reduce the sugar by 1tsp, or too much flour, so reduce the flour by 6 to 9tsp. Additionally, not enough salt can cause this issue, so use the amount of salt recommended in the recipe. Warm, humid weather can also contribute, so reduce the liquid by 15ml/3 tsp and the yeast by 1/4 tsp.
How to save the bread if my Kenwood BM350 Multilingual Kitchen Appliances machine was unplugged or lost power?
If the machine is in the knead cycle, discard the ingredients and start again. If the machine is in the rise cycle, remove the dough from the bread pan, shape it, and place it in a greased 23 x 12.5cm/9 x 5 inch loaf tin. Cover it and allow it to rise until doubled in size. Then, use the bake only setting or bake in a pre-heated conventional oven at 200ºC/400ºF/Gas mark 6 for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown. If the machine is in the bake cycle, use the bake only setting or bake in a pre-heated conventional oven at 200ºC/400ºF/Gas mark 6 and remove the top rack. Carefully remove the pan from the machine and place it on the bottom rack in the oven. Bake until golden brown.
Why is my Kenwood Kitchen Appliances bread crust too light?
If the crust is too light, the bread may not have been baked long enough, so extend the baking time. Also, if there is no milk powder or fresh milk in the recipe, add 15ml/3tsp of skimmed milk powder or replace 50% of the water with milk to encourage browning.
General| Programs | 12 |
|---|---|
| Delay Timer | Yes |
| Crust Control | Yes |
| Viewing Window | Yes |
| Crust settings | Light, Medium, Dark |
| Keep warm function | Yes |
| Rapid bake | Yes |
| Product Type | Bread Maker |
| Color | Silver |
| Capacity | 500g / 750g / 1000g |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
Common issues related to bread loaf size and shape, with causes and solutions.
Problems and solutions concerning the density and texture of the bread.
Troubleshooting for issues with the bread's crust colour and thickness.
Troubleshooting common issues related to the bread pan and kneader.
Solutions for operational problems and error codes of the bread maker.
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