To Next PageTo Next PageWhat to do if my West Bend L5005 Bread Maker ingredients are not mixed?
If the ingredients in your West Bend Bread Maker are not mixed, it could be because: - You did not start the bread maker. After programming the control panel, press the start/stop button to turn the machine on. - You forgot to put the knead bar in the pan. The knead bar must be on the shaft in the bottom of the pan before adding ingredients.
Why is my West Bend L5005 loaf flat and not rising?
Your West Bend Bread Maker loaf might be flat and not rising due to several reasons: - You may have omitted the yeast, or the yeast might be too old. Check the expiration date and add ingredients as listed in the recipe. - The liquid you used might be too hot. Use lukewarm liquid, around 80° F. - Too much salt might have been added. Use the amount recommended in the recipe. - You might have omitted sugar or another sweetener. Add ingredients as listed in the recipe. - If using a timer, the yeast may have gotten wet before the bread-making process started. Push dry ingredients into the corners of the pan and make a well in the center for the yeast to protect it from liquids.
What to do if my West Bend L5005 Bread Maker loaf collapses while baking?
A loaf collapsing while baking in your West Bend Bread Maker can occur due to several factors: - High altitude baking may be the cause. Make the recommended adjustments by reducing yeast by ¼ teaspoon and liquid by 2 to 3 teaspoons. - The bread pan's capacity may be exceeded. Do not use more ingredients than recommended for a 2-pound loaf. - There might not be enough salt, or it may have been omitted. Use the amount of salt recommended in the recipe. - There could be too much yeast or the wrong type used. Measure the right type of yeast accurately. - Warm, humid weather can also contribute. Reduce liquid by 1 tablespoon and yeast by ¼ to ½ teaspoon.
Why is the center of my West Bend L5005 loaf raw and not baked through?
If the center of your West Bend Bread Maker loaf is raw, it could be due to: - Too much liquid. Reduce liquid by 1 tablespoon. - A power outage during operation. If the power goes out for more than 10 seconds, the bread maker will remain off when power is restored, and you will need to start over. If power is restored within about 10 seconds, the machine will resume operation. - Forgetting to put the knead bars in the pan. Always put knead bars on the shaft in the pan before adding ingredients.
How to fix a West Bend L5005 Bread Maker loaf with a top that is inflated and mushroom-like?
An inflated, mushroom-like top on your West Bend Bread Maker loaf can be caused by: - Too much yeast. Reduce yeast by ¼ to ½ teaspoon. - Too much sugar. Reduce sugar by 1 teaspoon. - Too much flour. Reduce flour by 2 to 3 tablespoons. - Substituting active dry yeast for bread machine/fast-rising yeast. Use the correct amount of bread machine/fast-rising yeast. - Not enough salt. Use the amount recommended in the recipe. - Warm, humid weather. Reduce liquid by 1 tablespoon and yeast by ¼ to ½ teaspoon. - High altitude. Make the recommended adjustment by reducing yeast by ¼ teaspoon and liquid by 2 to 3 teaspoons.
Why is my West Bend Bread Maker loaf so heavy and dense?
A heavy, dense texture in your West Bend Bread Maker loaf can result from: - Too much flour. Measure accurately, leveling off the measuring cup. - Not enough yeast. Measure the recommended amount of yeast. - Not enough sugar. Measure accurately.
Why does my West Bend L5005 Bread Maker have a burning odor during operation?
A burning odor during operation of your West Bend Bread Maker may be due to: - Ingredients spilled inside the oven. Be careful not to spill when adding ingredients to the pan, as they can burn onto the heating unit and cause smoke. - The pan leaks. A replacement pan may be ordered. - Exceeding the bread pan's capacity. Do not use more ingredients than recommended in the recipe, and always measure accurately.
Why does my West Bend Bread Maker loaf have an open, coarse, holey texture?
An open, coarse, holey texture in your West Bend Bread Maker loaf can be caused by: - Salt omitted. Assemble ingredients as listed in the recipe. - Too much yeast. Measure the right amount of recommended yeast. - Too much liquid. Reduce liquid by 1 tablespoon.
Why does my West Bend L5005 loaf have a gnarly, knotted top?
A gnarly, knotted top, not smooth, on your West Bend Bread Maker loaf is usually caused by: - Not enough liquid. Increase liquid by 1 tablespoon. - Too much flour. Measure flour accurately, leveling off the measuring cup.
How to prevent bread from sticking to the pan in my West Bend L5005 Bread Maker?
Bread sticking to the pan in your West Bend Bread Maker can happen over prolonged use. To prevent this: - Wipe the inside of the bread pan, from the ribs down, lightly with vegetable oil or solid shortening. Or, add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to the liquid in the pan before adding dry ingredients. Do not use a vegetable spray, as sticking can worsen. - Alternatively, let the bread sit in the pan for 10 minutes before shaking it out. - A replacement pan may be ordered.
General| Model | L5005 |
|---|---|
| Brand | West Bend |
| Capacity | 2.5 lb |
| Color | White |
| Power | 600 watts |
| Crust Color Settings | Light, Medium, Dark |
| Crust Control | Yes |
| Viewing Window | Yes |
| Dimensions | 14.5 x 10.5 x 13.5 inches |
| Weight | 13.85 lb |
| Delay Timer | 13 hours |
Instructions for removing and reattaching the bread maker door for cleaning purposes.
Information on where to store the power cord when the appliance is not in use.
Step-by-step instructions for making a loaf using the bread maker's included mix.
Instructions for quickly starting a bread recipe from the manual.
Guides users on selecting bread types and dough settings using the dedicated button.
Explains how to choose the desired crust color for baked bread.
Details on selecting between 1½ lb. and 2 lb. loaf sizes for baking.
Instructions on programming the delayed start feature for baking bread.
How to initiate, pause, or stop the bread maker's operation cycle.
Recipe for Old Fashioned White Bread using the basic/specialty setting.
Recipe for Country White Bread using the basic/specialty setting.
Recipe for Potato Bread using instant potato flakes and the basic/specialty setting.
Recipe for Egg Bread, detailing ingredients and instructions for the basic/specialty setting.
Recipe for Honey Oatmeal Bread using quick or old-fashioned oats.
Recipe for Italian Herb Bread, including grated Parmesan cheese and seasoning.
Recipe for Dill Bread featuring dill weed as a key ingredient.
Recipe for Garlic Bread with dried parsley flakes and garlic powder.
Recipe for Classic Rye Bread using medium rye flour and caraway seed.
Recipe for Pumpernickel Rye Bread using molasses, cocoa, and rye flour.
Recipe for Shredded Wheat Bread using shredded wheat cereal and brown sugar.
Recipe for Bran Bread using bran flakes cereal and honey.
Recipe for French Bread using olive oil and sugar.
Instructions for creating a sourdough starter using milk, yogurt, and flour.
Guidance on how to use and care for your sourdough starter.
Recipe for Wheat 'n Yogurt Bread using the whole wheat setting.
Recipe for 100% Whole Wheat Bread using the whole wheat setting.
Recipe for 50% Whole Wheat Bread using the whole wheat setting.
Recipe for Cracked Wheat Bread using cracked wheat cereal.
Details on using the dough setting for preparing dough for various baked goods.
Instructions on shaping dinner rolls using basic and wheat dough.
Details of the one-year warranty covering materials and workmanship for the bread maker.
Information about The West Bend Company and the bread maker's electrical specifications.
Contact information for authorized service centers to order replacement parts.
