459 003 LIGNE - Yogurt maker LAGRANGE - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Yogurt Maker
Brand	LAGRANGE
Model	459 003 LIGNE
Capacity	7 glass jars (approx. 125 ml each)
Power	13 Watts
Power Supply	230 V ~ 50 Hz
Display	Electronic display with blue backlight
Timer	Adjustable up to 15 hours
Audible signal	5 beeps at end of preparation
Body Material	Thermoplastic
Jar Material	Glass
Included Accessories	7 glass jars with stackable lids, aluminum band, power cord
Base Maintenance	Clean with a damp sponge and dish soap. Do not immerse.
Jar Maintenance	Dishwasher safe. Dry thoroughly before use.
Lid Maintenance	Hand wash, do not put in dishwasher.
Safety	Do not immerse in water. Check cord before use. Do not use if damaged.
Warranty	2 years (free one-year extension with online registration)
Compliance	Directives 2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC, WEEE 2002/96/EC, RoHS 2002/95/EC, EC Regulation 1935/2004
Spare Parts	Available from LAGRANGE (glass jars, lids, etc.)

Frequently Asked Questions - 459 003 LIGNE LAGRANGE

How to use the yogurt maker for the first time?

Before first use, clean all parts (jars, lids, base) with soapy water. Dry thoroughly. Mix 1 liter of milk with a starter (plain yogurt or freeze-dried starter). Divide among the jars without lids, place them in the appliance, put the yogurt maker lid on. Plug in, set the time (8 to 15h depending on the milk) and press start. Once finished, refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

What is the recommended preparation time?

For whole milk: 8 to 10h. For semi-skimmed milk: 10 to 12h. For skimmed milk: 12 to 14h. If using freeze-dried starter, add 2 extra hours. Maximum programmable time is 15h.

Can I use raw milk?

Yes, but it is imperative to boil it first for safety reasons. Then cool it and strain to remove skins before use.

How to clean the glass jars?

The glass jars are dishwasher safe. Make sure they are thoroughly dry before placing them back in the appliance. Plastic lids must be hand washed, not in the dishwasher.

What if the appliance does not turn on?

Check that the cord is properly plugged in and that the outlet works. If the cord is damaged, do not use the appliance and contact LAGRANGE customer service. If the problem persists, consult a qualified professional.

Can I add fruits before fermentation?

It is not recommended to add very acidic fresh fruits before fermentation as the acidity can kill the cultures. Add them after preparation, during serving. You can use jam or less acidic fruits by mixing them with the milk before fermentation.

How to set the cooking time?

Press the 'time setting' button until the desired number of hours is displayed (from 00 to 15). To speed up, hold the button for 2 seconds. Then press 'start/stop' to start the program.

Why are my yogurts too runny?

This may be due to insufficient fermentation time, using milk that is too skimmed, or ingredients that are too cold. Try increasing the preparation time, use whole milk, or add about 5 teaspoons of powdered milk for a firmer consistency.

Can I use freeze-dried starters?

Yes, you can use a packet of freeze-dried starter. In that case, allow 2 hours more than the usual preparation time. You can also use a plain commercial yogurt as a starter.

How to store the yogurts?

Place the jars with their lids screwed on in the refrigerator. Consume preferably within 8 to 10 days. Note the production date on the lid with a washable marker.

USER MANUAL 459 003 LIGNE LAGRANGE

CONDITIONS DE GARANTIE

Lichaam in thermoplastic

ACCENSIONE ED UTILIZZO

1° Utilizzo:

YOGURES CON FRUTA FRESCA

7 glass containers featuring stacking lids with labelling strip.

Aluminium strip

Electronic screen with backlighting

Sound signal for end of preparation

230Volts-50Hz-13Watts

Accessories sold by LAGRANGE: 7 glass jars with screw-on tops.

Cord:

You must examine the power supply cable carefully before using it. If it is damaged, you must not use the appliance.

In order to avoid any danger to the user, the cable should only be replaced by Lagrange, its after-sales service, or a person either approved or qualified by Lagrange.

These appliances conform to directives 2006/95/CE, 2004/108/CE, DEE 2002/96/CE, RoHs 2002/95/CE, CE 1935/2004.

Environmental Protection - DIRECTIVE 2002/96/CE

To protect the environment and people's health, it is important for everyone, including all suppliers and users, to follow specific guidelines for the disposal of any electrical appliance at the end of its useful life.

For this reason, the appliance at hand bears the marking on its data plate to remind you never to dispose of it in any public or private bin meant for household rubbish.

Instead, you should return it to your retail shop or drop it off at a collection site that uses selective sorting to redirect items for recycling and eventual reuse in other applications.

BEFORE USING THE UNIT.

Read this notice carefully and keep it so that you can consult it later.

• Always extend the cord completely.
• Put your yogurt maker on a flat surface.
• Never put your yogurt maker on a hot surface nor close to a flame.
• Connect the electrical plug to a 10/16 A socket
• Make sure that children do not play with the yogurt maker.
• People (including children) who cannot use this machine safety due to their physical, sensorial or mental capacities or because of lack of experience of knowledge must not use the unit without supervision or instructions from a responsible person.
• Never put the yogurt maker in water.
• Unplug and let the yogurt maker cool before handling it.
• For your safety, it is recommended that you never use or leave your yogurt maker in a place where it is exposed to inclement weather and moisture.
• Do not leave your yogurt maker plugged in when you are not using it.
• Do not move the unit when it is in operation.

• Do not embed the unit.

• These units are not intended for use with exterior timers or remote control devices.

• Do not cover the unit with a cloth when it is in operation.
• Always clean the parts used for preparation carefully after each use.
• If your unit is damaged, do not use it. Contact the LAGRANGE service department.
• For your safety, use only LAGRANGE accessories and spare parts adapted to your yogurt maker.
• Never put the yogurt maker in the refrigerator.

START-UP AND USE

1st use:

• Make sure that the yogurt maker is unplugged before any handling.
• Clean all of the parts well before using your yogurt maker (see upkeep section).

• Dry the base well before putting the glass jars into the unit.

• ATTENTION: Never put your yogurt maker on a vibrating surface (such as the top of a refrigerator) or exposed to drafts. Always leave it immobile during the process, do not move it or remove the glass jars during the cycle as this could detract from the quality of the yogurt.

Start-up:

• Mix 1 liter of milk with a ferment (see practical suggestions)
• Use ingredients at room temperature. The lower the room temperature, the longer the time needed.
• For optimal results, whip the yogurt separately. Add a little milk and whip again until you obtain a homogeneous and smooth mixture. Add the rest of the milk while continuing the whipping.
• Put the mixture into the glass jars.

• Put the jars, without their covers, into the yogurt maker.
• Place the cover on the yoghurt maker (see picture 2).
• Stack the container lids within reach of the yoghurt maker (see picture 1).
• Plug the appliance into a mains socket. The screen flashes and

displays '00'.

• Press the "time set" button until the desired time is displayed (see practical suggestions). The maximum programmable time is 15 hours. In order to speed up the time setting, hold the button for 2 seconds.
• Press the "on/off" button. When the beeper is heard and the blue light of the

screen goes on, this means that the program has started.

• The screen will then indicate the number of hours remaining until the end of the program.
• When the cycle is over, the screen displays "00" without blinking, and the blue light goes off. A signal sounds 5 times. To stop the sound at any time, press the on/off button.
• Once the unit is in the off position, the screen will display "00" and will be blinking.
• Unplug the appliance after each use
• Let the yogurt maker cool and then remove the glass jars.
• WARNING: condensation may form in the cover of the unit. When you remove the cover, be careful not to let the accumulated water fall into the yogurt.
• Screw the lids onto the glass containers and mark the yoghurt flavour or production date on the lid tops using a dry-erase marker.
• Place the containers in the refrigerator for at least 2 h before serving.

PRACTICAL SUGGESTIONS:

Choice of milk:

Whole or semi-skimmed UHT milk is easier to use (these types of milk do not require boiling)
- Raw or pasteurized milk (homogenized, 2 % or skimmed) must be boiled (it would be dangerous to use raw milk without first boiling it) and cooled and then strained to remove the skin.
Whole milk produces a yogurt that is more creamy and tasty.
- For yogurt with a firmer consistency, add about 5 teaspoons of powdered milk.

• Expect 8 to 10 hours for preparation of yogurt with whole milk, 10 to 12 hours for yogurt with semi-skimmed milk and 12 to 14 hours for yogurt with skimmed milk.

Theferment:

You can use several types of ferment:

• Plain yogurt sold in stores.
• Yogurt that you made before (remark: do not use yogurt that you have made more than 10 times because this will diminish the result).
• A freeze-dried ferment (in this case, add two hours to the preparation time).

CONSERVATION:

• Keep your yogurt chilled, in a refrigerator.
• Do not keep it in the refrigerator for more than 8 to 10 days

UPKEEP:

WARNING: never put the base of the unit or the plug into water.

• Base of the unit and plastic covers: clean the base of the yogurt maker with a moist sponge and a little dishwashing liquid. Dry it thoroughly. Do not put the plastic covers into a dishwasher, wash them by hand.
• Glass jars: the jars can be put in a dishwasher. They should be thoroughly dry before they are placed in the yogurt maker.
• To remove the markings from a lid, wipe with a dry cloth.

GENERAL WARRANTY CONDITION

Your appliance is subject to a 2-year warranty.

In order to benefit from an additional year of warranty coverage free of charge, register on the LAGRANGE Web site (www.lagrange.fr)

The warranty covers parts and labour and also covers manufacturing defects.

The warranty excludes deterioration due to misuse or failure to follow the user instructions, or due to dropping the product and breaking the enamel.

THIS WARRANTY APPLIES TO DOMESTIC USE; UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES DOES IT COVER PROFESSIONAL USE

The vendor's legal warranty obligations in no way exclude the Manufacturer's legal warranty obligations relating to faults or manufacturing defects in accordance with Article 1641 and subsequent articles of the French Civil Code.

In the event of a breakdown or malfunction, contact your retailer.

In the event of a technical fault occurring within 8 days of purchase, the appliance may be exchanged. After this period, it is repaired by LAGRANGE's after-sales service

RECIPES

SWEETENED YOGURTS

You can either prepare plain yogurt according to the suggestions in the "start-up" section and then add granulated sugar, or you can add sugar before preparing the yogurt. To do this, add the sugar at the same time as the milk and ferment and mix well until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Variant: You can replace the sugar with vanilla-flavored sugar during the preparation.

YOGURT WITH FRESH FRUITS

Remark: if you use fresh fruits than contain a lot of acid, we suggest adding them to the yogurt after the preparation because the acidity of the fruit can kill the ferments and hinder the preparation of the yogurt.

1 cup of chopped fresh fruit – 4 to 5 tablespoons of sugar (according to your taste) – 1 plain yogurt or 1 bag of fermented 1L of milk

Mix the milk and the ferment until the consistency is homogeneous. Add the chopped fruits while continuing to mix. Put the mixture into the 7 jars.

YOGURT WITH JAM

4 tablespoons of fruit jam or jelly - 1 plain yogurt or 1 bag of. ferment - 1L of milk.

Heat the jam or jelly over a very low flame. Add the milk gradually, then add the ferment. Mix well until the consistency is homogeneous. Let it cool slightly, then put the mixture into the 7 jars.

If you use a jam that is not very thick, you can mix it directly with the milk without first heating it.

YOGURT WITH COFFEE

2 tablespoons of sugar (according to taste) – 1 tablespoon of instant coffee – 1 plain yogurt or 1 ferment bag – 1 L of milk.

Heat some milk over a low heat. Dissolve the coffee and the sugar in the milk. Mix well. Add the remainder of the cold milk and the ferment. Mix until the consistency is homogeneous then put the mixture into the 7 jars.

Option: use caramel or powdered chocolate instead of coffee.

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