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| Product Type | Yogurt Maker |
| Brand | Lakeland |
| Model | 31794 |
| Capacity | 1 Liter (makes up to 7 jars) |
| Number of Jars | 7 glass jars with lids |
| Jar Material | BPA-free glass |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | Approx. 15 cm x 29 cm x 29 cm |
| Weight | Approx. 1.5 kg |
| Power Supply | 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 500 W |
| Heating Element | Gentle, even heat distribution |
| Controls | Digital timer with up to 24-hour setting |
| Auto Shut-Off | Yes, programmable timer |
| Functions | Yogurt, Greek yogurt, cheese maker |
| Timer Range | 6 to 24 hours |
| Display | LED digital display |
| Alarm | Audible beep when cycle ends |
| Cool-Touch Handle | Yes |
| Removable Lid | Yes, transparent for viewing |
| Cleaning | Jars and lids are dishwasher safe; base wipe clean with damp cloth |
| Safety Features | Overheat protection, auto shut-off, non-slip feet |
| Accessories Included | 7 glass jars, lids, measuring spoon, recipe booklet |
| Repairability | Spare jars and lids available separately |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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USER MANUAL 31794 Lakeland
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Exterior view of a modern rice cooker with digital display and control buttons (no visible text or symbols)Model: 31794
LAKELAND MULTI YOGHURT MAKER
Thank you for choosing the Lakeland Multi Yoghurt Maker.
Please take a little time to read this booklet before you use your machine and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
You can make fresh and healthy home-made plain yoghurt, Greek-style yoghurt and soft cheese with the Lakeland Multi Yoghurt Maker.
Delicious and nutritious, with no artificial sweeteners, additives or preservatives; yoghurt is a great probiotic snack packed with calcium and live bacteria. Use whole milk for thicker creamier yoghurt, semi skimmed or skimmed milk for yoghurt with fewer calories, or strain plain yoghurt to make creamy tangy Greek-style yoghurt.
The Multi Yoghurt Maker is really simple to use, just a small portion of plain natural yogurt stirred into warm milk begins the transformation. You can make a batch overnight in as little as 8 hours, or stir a little lemon juice into milk to make soft cheese in 10 hours.
Flavour your yoghurt with fruit, nuts and honey, or eat plain. You can also use it as an ingredient in herby dips, dressings and smoothies.
Here at Lakeland, our award-winning family-owned business still offers the same excellent quality, value for money and exceptional customer service as when we founded the company back in the 1960s.
Our products are hand-picked and thoroughly tested so you can be sure that everything you purchase will be a pleasure to use for many years to come.
CONTENTS
Product features....3
Safety cautions....4-5
Using your Multi Yoghurt Maker for the first time....6
Instructions for use 6-7
Making plain yoghurt....8
Making Greek-style yoghurt....9
Making soft cheese 9
A guide to ingredients and hints and tips 10-11
Recipes 12-15
Serving suggestions.... 16
Frequently asked questions....17-18
Care and cleaning 19
Electrical connections.... 20
Recycling your Electricals 20
PRODUCT FEATURES
- Large white container (1.8L)
- Small blue container (1.6L)
- Cover - fits both containers
- Strainer
- Lid
- Base unit
- Cord and plug
- Display
- Control panel
- Heater

CONTROL PANEL
- Increase button
- Decrease button
- Display
- Set button
- Power light
- Power button

SAFETY CAUTIONS
Carefully read all the instructions before using the appliance and keep in a safe place for future reference. Always follow these safety cautions when using the appliance to avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance. This appliance should be used only as described in this instruction book.
- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
- Make sure your electricity supply matches the voltage shown on the appliance.
- Ensure all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers are removed from the appliance before the first use.
- Always inspect the appliance before use for noticeable signs of damage. Do not use if damaged or has been dropped. In the event of damage, or if the appliance develops a fault contact the Lakeland customer care team on 0800 444 1500.
- Do not use this appliance if the lead is damaged. If the lead is damaged it must be replaced with a special lead. Contact the Lakeland customer care team on 0800 444 1500.
• Always use the appliance on a dry, level, heat resistant surface.
- Unplug from the mains when not in use and before cleaning. To disconnect, turn the socket to "off" and remove the plug from the mains socket.
- Do not use any accessories or attachments with this appliance other than those recommended by Lakeland.
- To protect against fire, electric shock or personal injury, do not immerse cord, plug or lid in water or other liquids.
- Do not leave the lead hanging over the edge of a kitchen table or worktop. Avoid contact between the lead and hot surfaces.
- For indoor use only.
- For domestic use only.
- This appliance should be used for preparation of food as described within the instructions for use that accompany it.
- Always ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from the mains socket. Never pull the plug out of the mains socket by its lead.
- To avoid injury or possible fire, do not cover the appliance when in use.
- Do not connect this appliance to an external timer or remote control system.
- An extension cable may be used with care. The electrical rating of the cable should be at least as great as the appliance. Do not allow the cable to hang over the edge of the worktop or touch any hot surfaces.
- This appliance complies with the basic requirements of Directives 04/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 06/95/EC (Safety of Domestic Electrical Appliances).
- WARNING: A cut off plug inserted into a 13amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure the cut off plug is disposed of safely.
- COUTION: The plastic bags used to wrap this appliance or the packaging may be dangerous. To avoid risk of suffocation, keep these bags out of reach of babies and children. These bags are not toys.
- Keep the Multi Yoghurt Maker, plug and cord away from hot ovens, flames and other hot surfaces.
- Do not move the Multi Yoghurt Maker once it is switched on. Use it away from any sources of vibration such as washing machines or fridges.
- Only use yoghurt or cheese making ingredients e.g. milk and plain yoghurt with this product, other food may damage the appliance.
- Do not put your hands or objects other than the containers into the heater while the Multi Yoghurt Maker is switched on. If yoghurt is spilt inside, make sure the Multi Yoghurt Maker is turned off and cooled down before wiping with a clean damp cloth.
- Do not use the Multi Yoghurt Maker without the lid or container in place.
- The Multi Yoghurt Maker will become hot whilst in use. Turn off, unplug, and let it cool down before moving or handling.
- Do not put the base unit in the refrigerator.
- Do not used expired yoghurt, expired milk, flavoured yoghurt, yoghurt with other ingredients in it, or drinking yoghurt in this appliance, only use fresh ingredients.
- WARNING: Do not keep yoghurt in the refrigerator for more than 4 days after you have made it.
USING YOUR MULTI YOGHURT MAKER FOR THE FIRST TIME
Unpack the Multi Yoghurt Maker, remove all the packaging materials, including the transparent film over the control panel.
Before first use, wipe the base unit with a clean, damp cloth.
Wash the containers, lid, cover and strainer in hot, soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly.
Make sure that all parts are clean and dry before assembling the product.
The Multi Yoghurt Maker is now ready to use.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Place the Multi Yoghurt Maker on a dry, level surface, away from draughts, heat sources and appliances which may vibrate e.g. washing machines and fridges.
Just before each use, the container should be sterilised by filling with just boiled water and then discarding.
- Plug in and switch on the Multi Yoghurt Maker at the socket. The display will briefly show '888', then flash 'C-1'.
- Add the container and cover, containing your prepared ingredients into the heater.
- Add the lid.
To set the programme...
The Multi Yoghurt Maker has two programmes:
| Programme Temperature | Time | |
| C-1 for making plain yoghurt or soft cheese. Then strain plain yoghurt to make Greek-style yoghurt. | 42°C 8 to 12 hours | |
| C-2 for experimenting with different ingredients, times and temperatures. | 25°C to 65°C 1 to 99 hours |
- Press the INCREASE ⬆ and DECREASE ⬇ buttons to switch between the two programmes. When you have selected your programme, press the SET button Ⓜ.
If you have selected C-1 the display will show 42°C which is the ideal temperature for making yoghurt. Press the SET buttonSET again and the display will flash '08h'. Press the INCREASE ∧ and DECREASE √ buttons to set the time between 8-12 hours, depending on the type of milk you are using. (see 'Guide to Timings' on p8).
If you have selected C-2 the display will flash '42°C'. Press the INCREASE ⬆ and DECREASE √ buttons to set the temperature between 25-65°C in single degrees. You can press and hold the buttons to move quickly through the temperatures.
Press the SET button again Ⓗ. The display will flash '08h'. Press the INCREASE ∧ and DECREASE√ buttons to set the time between 1-99 hours.
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To start the programme, press the POWER button and the power light will illuminate. The display will display the hours, which will count down until your yoghurt or soft cheese is ready. Do not move the Multi Yoghurt Maker once it is switched on. When the cycle has finished, the display will show '00h' and the power light will go out.
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If you want to cancel the Multi Yoghurt Maker mid cycle, press and hold the POWER button ⏻ and the program 'C-1' or 'C-2' will flash on the display. You can then reset the Multi Yoghurt Maker again.
MAKING PLAIN YOGHURT
Yoghurt makes yoghurt! Yoghurt is a live milk product, which can reproduce itself in warm conditions. Easy and inexpensive to make at home, all you need is some natural live yoghurt and milk to get started.
In addition to the Multi Yoghurt Maker, you will need a food thermometer, heat-proof bowl, pan and whisk.
Once you have tasted your first batch, you can adjust the time setting on the Multi Yoghurt Maker to suit your taste. The longer the time it is heated, the tarter it will become. The starter yoghurt you have chosen will also affect the final flavour, try a few different yoghurts to find which gives the flavour you prefer.
GUIDE TO TIMINGS
Different types of milk take different amounts of time to turn into yoghurt. You will need to set the time on the Multi Yoghurt Maker according to the milk you use.
Whole milk = 8 hours
Semi-skimmed milk = 10 hours
Skimmed milk = 12 hours
Non-dairy milks will require more time
QUANTITIES REQUIRED
| Starter Yoghurt Milk | ||
| Large Container (1.8L) 165ml | 1485ml | |
| Small Container (1.6L) 150ml | 1350ml | |
| Greek Yoghurt (1L) 100ml 900ml |
- Turn your Multi Yoghurt Maker on to preheat for a few minutes before you start. Make sure the containers are removed and the lid is on the Multi Yoghurt Maker.
• Take the starter yoghurt (natural plain live yoghurt) from the fridge so it has time to warm up closer to room temperature while you are preparing the milk.
- Measure the milk for the container you are using (see above). Add this to a saucepan, bring to the boil and immediately remove from the heater. Use a whisk to mix the milk occasionally, - this helps make thicker yoghurt. Then leave to cool down to 32°C to 43°C. Check with a cooking thermometer to make sure it has cooled to the correct temperature. Remove any 'skin' which has formed on top.
- Measure the starter yoghurt for the container you are using (see above) and gently whisk into the cooled milk. The fresher the starter the better, so check the 'Use By' date. Take care not to whip or beat the mixture too vigorously - the consistency should be smooth with no lumps.
- Pour the mixture into the container and add the cover. Place the container inside the heater and add the lid. It should fit snugly on top.
- Turn on the Multi Yoghurt Maker and select C-1, set the time for 8-12 hours depending on the type of milk you are using.
- Leave the Multi Yoghurt Maker undisturbed until the end of the cycle. Many people find it convenient to make yoghurt overnight, switching on the machine before they go to bed. When the Multi Yoghurt Maker has finished the display will show '00h' and the power light will go out.
- At the end of the cycle, switch off and unplug the Multi Yoghurt Maker. Do not leave yoghurt in the Multi Yoghurt Maker after the timer has finished. Remove the lid slowly as condensation forms during heating. Take care, the heater base and the container will be hot. Use an oven glove or cloth when removing the container.
- There may be a small amount of liquid (whey) on top of the yoghurt in the container. This is normal. Stir the yoghurt in the container and replace the cover. Put the container in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
- Enjoy as a plain yoghurt or flavour with our serving suggestions.
- WARNING: Do not keep yoghurt in the refrigerator for more than 4 days after you have made it. Do not use expired milk or expired yoghurt in the Multi Yoghurt Maker, only use fresh ingredients.
MAKING GREEK-STYLE YOGHURT
Greek style yoghurt has a creamier, thicker texture. Removing the whey creates a healthier yoghurt with less sugar and a higher protein density.
- To turn the plain yoghurt into Greek-style yoghurt it needs to be strained through the strainer included.
- The strainer has a capacity of 1 litre so if you only want to make Greek Style Yoghurt, make plain yoghurt in the quantities in the table on previous page.
- Remove the plain yoghurt from the fridge after cooling for 3 hours.
- Place the strainer inside the large container, pour in the plain yoghurt. Place in the fridge to strain for 6 hours. The longer you strain the plain yoghurt, the more whey will drain into the container and the thicker the resulting yoghurt will be.
• After 6 hours you will have Greek-style yoghurt. Enjoy plain, flavour with our serving suggestions, or use as an ingredient in other recipes.
MAKING SOFT CHEESE
To make a soft ricotta-style cheese, mix 1000ml of whole milk and 50-60ml of lemon juice in the small blue container.
- Put the container and cover into the heater.
- Add the lid.
- Turn on the Multi Yoghurt Maker and select C-1, set the time for 10 hours.
- Once the appliance has finished, remove the container and place in the refrigerator for 3 hours.
- Place the strainer inside the large container, pour in the mixture. Place in the fridge to strain for 6 hours.
- Enjoy plain, flavour with herbs, or use as an ingredient in other recipes.
A GUIDE TO INGREDIENTS AND HINTS AND TIPS
THE STARTER
- Use unflavoured plain natural yoghurt, the freshest available with a long 'Use By' date. The probiotics in the starter yoghurt are what helps turn the milk into yoghurt.
- If you make yoghurt regularly, save some of the unflavoured yoghurt from your last batch to start your next. If you do this, ensure you don't save it too long or the probiotics can weaken and the yoghurt won't set. We only recommend doing this for 2-3 batches in a row. Then use a fresh starter.
- Yoghurt with flavouring or fruit in it, or a liquid yoghurt will not work as a starter.
THE MILK
- After boiling your milk, check with a cooking thermometer to make sure it has cooled to the correct temperature.
- To make thicker yoghurt you can try adding 2 tablespoons of powdered milk to the milk before boiling. Add more if you would like your yoghurt thicker.
- You can experiment with making yoghurt between 39^ to 45^ .
- Yoghurt made with semi skimmed or skimmed milk will have a thinner consistency.
- Yoghurt can be made with other types of milk. You can experiment with evaporated, goat's, ewe's, soya, almond or coconut milk instead of pasturised dairy milk. These milks will take a longer time to make into yoghurt. Calories, fat content and flavour will vary with the type of milk chosen.
- If experimenting with untreated goat's or ewe's milk, bring to the boil and simmer for 7 minutes before cooling.
- Long-life UHT, evaporated and powdered milk have already been treated and do not need boiling. Use at room temperature, not straight from the fridge.
THE LOCATION
- Yoghurt will take longer to make in a cool, draughty room. If possible, choose a draught-free position.
- Movement will cause separation and uneven texture so avoid moving the Multi Yoghurt Maker when in use and do not place it on top of a source of vibration e.g. fridge or washing machine.
- Keep the Multi Yoghurt Maker away from heat sources such as ovens and stovetops. Do not place it on a shelf above a radiator.
- Tempting as it may be, do not lift the cover or disturb the Multi Yoghurt Maker until it has finished, this will disturb the yoghurt making process.
USING YOGHURT IN RECIPES
- Spoon over muesli and drizzle with runny honey.
- Try flavourings such as puréed tinned fruit, chopped nuts, maple syrup or vanilla extract. Liquid flavourings will dilute the yoghurt.
- Yoghurt makes a cool, creamy accompaniment to savoury dishes like curries and chilli con carne. Add fresh chopped herbs, garlic, chilli or ground spices such as cumin, turmeric or coriander.
- Fresh yoghurt makes a smooth base for salad dressings, dips, seafood sauce, cucumber raita and toppings for jacket potatoes.
BAKING WITH YOGHURT
- You can experiment using yoghurt as a healthy substitute when baking. Low-fat yoghurt (made with semi skimmed or skimmed milk) can be used to reduce or replace shortening, oil, butter or sour cream. It adds a creamy texture to your recipes.
- When a recipe calls for butter, replace 12 the butter with half as much yoghurt. For instance, instead of 1 cup of butter, use 12 cup of butter and 14 cup of yoghurt.
- When a recipe calls for shortening or oil, replace half the oil with 34 the amount of yoghurt. For example, instead of 1 cup oil, use 12 cup of oil and 34 cup of yoghurt.
- Substitute yoghurt for sour cream in recipes, in the same quantities.
- Yoghurt can even replace some of the water or milk in a recipe. Start by substituting 14 of the liquid with yoghurt. The result will be creamier.
RECIPES
Pleas note that all spoon measurements are standard metric, so 1 tsp is 5ml and 1 tbsp is 15ml. We recommend using a set of measuring spoons for accurate results.
HONEY NUT MAPLE YOGHURT - Makes 4
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Greek style yoghurt 500g | |
| Natural maple syrup 3 tbsp | |
| Walnut halves 75g | |
| Sunflower seeds 40g | |
| Muesli or granola | |
| Wild honey 3 tbsp | |
WHAT YOU DO
Mix yoghurt with maple syrup and divide into glasses or bowls. Top with walnuts, sunflower seeds, muesli or granola. Drizzle with wild honey. Serve immediately.
GREEK STYLE YOGHURT BREAKFAST PARFAIT - Makes 1
TIP: For a treat, make your own pralines by carmelising nuts in a frying pan with maple syrup.
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Greek style yoghurt 150g | |
| Blueberries or fresh berries to taste | |
| Toasted walnuts/almonds/pecans/granola 25g | |
| Honey or agave syrup 2 tbsp, to taste | |
WHAT TO DO
Spoon yoghurt into a glass or bowl.
Top with blueberries and roasted nuts of your choice or granola. Sweeten with honey or agave.
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Low-fat Greek style yoghurt 150g | |
| Frozen or fresh blueberries 150g | |
| Honey 3 tbsp | |
| Milk or Soya Milk 120ml | |
| Ice cubes 8-10 | |
| Fresh blueberries for serving | |
WHAT YOU DO
Place all ingredients in blender and process until smooth – serve topped with a few fresh blueberries.
BREAKFAST PANCAKES - Makes 4
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Egg 1 | |
| Milk 175ml | |
| Melted butter 1 tbsp, melted | |
| Greek style yoghurt 150g | |
| Salt 12 tsp | |
| Wholemeal plain flour 150g | |
| Fresh fruit and honey for serving | |
WHAT YOU DO
Crack egg into a bowl and beat. Add milk, melted butter and yoghurt to egg bowl. Whisk together thoroughly. In a separate bowl, whisk together salt and flour. Add yoghurt mixture into dry ingredients and combine together till smooth.
Pour about 2 tbsp batter onto a lightly greased skillet for each pancake. Cook each side for 2 minutes on medium heat or until surface turns golden brown.
Serve with fresh fruit and honey.
BERRY MANGO SMOOTHIE - Makes 2
TIP: For a thinner consistency add the full amount of orange juice, if you prefer a thicker smoothie, add less.
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Frozen berries 75g | |
| Frozen mango chunks (or fresh) 100g | |
| Fresh squeezed orange juice 125-225 ml | |
| Greek style yoghurt 150g | |
WHAT YOU DO
Place frozen fruit into a blender, cover with the fresh squeezed orange juice. Add yoghurt. Blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
TZATZIKI DIP - Makes 1 small bowl
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Olive oil 2 tbsp | |
| Juice of lemon 12 | |
| Salt and pepper to taste | |
| Dill chopped 2 tbsp | |
| Garlic clove peeled and chopped | |
| Greek style yoghurt 500g | |
| Cucumber 1, seeds removed and finely diced | |
WHAT YOU DO
In a medium bowl add the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, dill, and garlic to the yoghurt.
Mix with a spoon until all ingredients are incorporated. Add the cucumber and mix again.
The dip will be chunky and thick.
CORONATION CHICKEN - Makes 2 as a main or 4 as a snack on toasted bread
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Greek style yoghurt 200g | |
| Mango chutney 2 tbsp | |
| Madras curry paste 1 tbsp | |
| Cooked chicken breasts, 2, skin removed, cut into bite sized pieces | |
| Salt to taste | |
| Flaked almonds, toasted 25g | |
WHAT YOU DO
Mix yoghurt, chutney and curry paste, add chicken, taste, season with salt if required.
Serve and sprinkle with flaked almonds.
STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE - Makes 8 portions
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Salted butter 75g, melted | |
| Digestive biscuits 100g, made into crumbs | |
| Demerara or granulated sugar 30g | |
| Greek style yoghurt 500g | |
| Eggs 2 | |
| Caster sugar 150g | |
| Vanilla extract 1 tsp | |
| Pinch of salt | |
| Strawberries 300g, hulled and cut into quarters | |
WHAT YOU DO
Preheat oven to 170^ C/Gas mark 3. Combine melted butter, biscuits and demerara or granulated sugar.
Spread into a 20cm springform/ loose bottomed tin and press down firmly, refrigerate while making the topping.
Combine yoghurt, eggs, 100g of the caster sugar, vanilla and salt and mix till smooth, pour on top of the biscuit base and place in oven for 40 minutes. When its cooked the middle should still wobble a little, the edges will be firm and turning golden.
Allow to cool then refrigerate for 3 hours minimum before serving.
While cheesecake is baking place strawberries and the remaining 50g of caster sugar in a small pan and heat gently until the sugar dissolves, then cook on a medium heat for 5 minutes more, puree, move to a jug and chill until you serve cheesecake.
Serve a slice of cheesecake drizzled with strawberry sauce.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Flavourings should be added after the yoghurt is made, not beforehand. For the freshest flavours, add the fruit or flavouring just before you eat the yoghurt. Flavoured yoghurt will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
The recipes below are for a single serving.
Sweeten your yoghurt as required using honey, maple syrup or sugar.
| Flavour Ingredients | |
| Almond 1 tbsp almonds, chopped and 8 drops almond extract | |
| Apple 14 small apple | |
| Apricot 3 dried apricots, chopped | |
| Banana 112 tbsp honey, 1/3 banana, peeled and chopped | |
| Blueberry 1 tbsp blueberry preserve | |
| Cherry 1 tbsp cherry jam and 6 cherries, chopped with stones removed | |
| Chocolate 2 tbsp chocolate syrup or 1 tbsp chocolate milk powder.1 tsp shaved chocolate (optional) | |
| Coffee 1 tsp instant coffee, dissolved in 12 tsp water | |
| Honey 1 tbsp honey | |
| Lemon 2 tsp fresh lemon juice | |
| Lime 2 tsp fresh lime juice | |
| Maple-Nut 1 tsp maple syrup and 2-4 tsp finely chopped nuts | |
| Orange 2 tbsp orange marmalade or chopped orange | |
| Peach 1 tbsp peach jam or 5 slices of peeled peach | |
| Pear 5 thin slices of pear | |
| Plum | 2 small fresh plums, sliced |
| Prune 2 prunes, chopped | |
| Raspberry | 1 tbsp raspberry jam |
| Strawberry 1 tbsp strawberry jam or 2 strawberries, chopped | |
| Vanilla | 1 tsp vanilla extract |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Question: Why are the lights on the display panel not working?
Answer: Make sure the Multi Yoghurt Maker is plugged into the wall socket and turned on.
Question: Why is my yoghurt not the correct consistency?
Answer: The starter yoghurt may have been added to the milk before it had properly cooled, which has killed the probiotics.
Question: Why is my yoghurt very thick and smells peculiar?
Answer: The temperature could have been too high or the time set for too long.
The ingredients used could be past their 'Use By' date, if in doubt, do not eat the yoghurt.
The milk may not have been brought to a full boil before mixing the starter in.
The yoghurt mixture may have been ‘over mixed’ before being put in the Multi Yoghurt Maker.
The Multi Yoghurt Maker may not have been turned on or set for the correct amount of time. Try setting it for longer.
If you used yoghurt from a previous batch as a starter, you might have saved it for too long. After a few days the probiotics in the previous batch can weaken and could make a yoghurt with too liquid of a consistency. We recommend only using the previous batch as a starter for 2-3 more batches. You can freeze your home-made starter to make it last longer.
The yoghurt used as a starter may not be fresh enough and the probiotics could have weakened too much to turn the milk to yoghurt.
The yoghurt starter needs to sit at room temperature before mixing it with the milk.
The temperature in the room may be too low.
Question: Why does my yoghurt taste strange?
Answer: The starter yoghurt or milk may have expired.
Flavoured yoghurt may have been used as a starter instead of plain yoghurt.
The yoghurt may have been left in the Multi Yoghurt Maker too long and overheated.
Question: Why is a liquid (whey) collecting on the surface of the yoghurt?
Answer: A little liquid is normal, try mixing it into the yoghurt.
The milk may have been overheated causing it to separate.
The yoghurt may have been left in the Multi Yoghurt Maker too long and overheated. If there is a lot of liquid you can pour it off.
The Multi Yoghurt Maker may have been moved, stirred or bumped during heating, or could have become too warm.
For best results, don't stir or move while in use and keep away from hot surfaces.
Question: Why is my Greek yoghurt the wrong consistency after straining?
Answer: The Greek yoghurt may have been strained too long, if it is too thin, it has not been strained long enough.
If it is too thick, stir a few tablespoons of whey back into the yoghurt. If it is too thin, strain it again.
Question: Why does my yoghurt have a grainy texture?
Answer: The milk was overheated. Take the milk off the heat immediately after it has boiled to temperature.
CARE AND CLEANING
- Unplug the Multi Yoghurt Maker and let it cool completely before cleaning.
- Clean thoroughly before using for the first time and after every use.
- Check the parts for wear and damage after every few uses.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners or steel wool.
- Always use plastic, wooden or silicone spatulas.
- Never immerse the base in water or any other liquid.
- To clean the outer surfaces, wipe with a clean damp cloth, then dry thoroughly before storing.
- If yoghurt has been spilt inside the heater, wipe with a clean damp cloth.
- To clean the containers, cover, lid and strainer wash in hot soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly before storing.
- No parts are dishwasher safe.
- Store the Multi Yoghurt Maker with the power cord loosely coiled. Never wrap it tightly around the product.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
This appliance is fitted with a fused three-pin plug to BS1363 which is suitable for use in all homes fitted with sockets to current specifications. If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and carefully disposed of. To avoid an electric shock, do not insert the discarded plug into a socket.
This product is a class 2 electrical appliance and does not include an earth wire.
FITTING A NEW PLUG
If for any reason you need to fit a new plug, the flexible mains lead must be connected as shown here. The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Connect BLUE to Neutral (N)
Connect BROWN to Live (L)
5 amp fuse to be used
If the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance do not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured blue MUST be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N (Neutral). The wire which is coloured brown MUST be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L (Live).
Before refitting the plug cover, check that there are no cut or stray strands of wire inside the plug. Use a 5 amp BS1362 fuse. Only BSI or ASTA approved fuses should be used. If you are at all unsure which plug or fuse to use, always refer to a qualified electrician.
Note: after replacing or changing a fuse on a moulded plug which has a fuse cover, the cover must be refitted to the plug; the appliance must not be used without a fuse cover. If lost, replacement fuse covers can be obtained from an electrical shop. This appliance complies with the following EU Directives: 2014/35/EU (Low Voltage Directive) and 2014/30/EU (EMC Directive).
RECYCLING YOUR ELECTRICALS
Along with many other high street retailers, Lakeland has joined a scheme whereby customers can take their unwanted electricals to recycling points set up around the country.
Visit www.recycle-more.co.uk to find your nearest recycling point.

LAKELAND
GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG
MULTI-JOGHURTBEREITER

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LAKELAND MULTI-JOGHURTBEREITER
Alexandra Buildings, Windermere, Cumbria, UK LA23 1BQ
Tel: +44(0)15394 88100 www.lakeland.co.uk
D Tel: 0800 444 1500 www.lakeland.de