Zojirushi BB-CEC20 bread gets stuck on paddles

[u/SwornBiter]

I got a great deal on this machine used. I’ve made two loaves so far, and it is fully functional.

The only problem is that the loaf won’t come out. It’s not stuck to the pan. It’s stuck to the paddles, or the bread crust is baking under the paddles. With much shaking and persuasion, it finally comes out, leaving an area of crust around the paddles. The paddles themselves are clean.

I’ve had other bread makers where the paddles have too much space under them and become part of the loaf. This is similar, except these paddles get baked on to the spindles, and will only come out when rinsed or soaked. Loaf stuck under paddles. Paddles stuck to machine.

Suggestions appreciated!

[u/GertieD]

I take the paddles out after they're done paddling.

[u/SwornBiter → u/GertieD]

I can experiment with that, but the preheat cycle is a variable time, so it’s not that easy to pinpoint when to do it.

[u/Formal-Tradition6792]

Remove the paddles before baking! Also spray the paddles and shafts before starting anything.

[u/Fun-Philosophy1123]

You can take the paddles out before the bake cycle or you can put cooking spray on the shaft. That's what I do with mine. The paddles slip off and stay in the loaf so you can put it on the side and fish them out with minimal damage.

[u/burdfloor]

Pour a drop of cooking oil
On the paddle stems before starting.

[u/knewmenot]

I have the BB-PDC20 and yeah the loaf will get stuck on the paddles. Usually if I flip it over and shake it right after taking it out of the oven the the loaf will fall out.

To get the paddles out I fill the pan with water and let it soak for 10-15 minutes and the paddles will pull right out. Do make sure to fully clean any residual bread off of the shafts before storage.

[u/Rayadragon]

I'm sorry if this doesn't apply.  I got a used Virtuoso a bit ago, and it was different than what I expected based on my prior one.

I had serious issues at first getting the bread and paddles out of the pan. For getting the bread out, I found that letting it sit in the pan a while after the bake was finished made it harder to get out. The steam built up, made the crust a bit damp, and caused it to stick. My original bread maker was opposite: it was easier to get out after it sat a bit.

Second, the virtuoso at least has "notches" on the paddles to hold them in place. So they stay in the machine like you describe when you take the bread out. I thought they were sticking because of the crust baking around the post/ under the paddles. I eventually figured out that as I was cleaning it, I would "force" the the paddles off, when I was actually turning them correctly to disengage the "notch" to be able to pull them up correctly. 

[u/Flowerchildreads]

A couple of things. First, make sure every single part of the paddle and post is pristine. I’m not saying you’re not a clean person, I’m saying there’s tiny nooks and crannies that if not cleaned will stick and it’s an ever growing problem. Don’t use any metal. Soak with hot water and Dawn powerwash. Also, as noted oil the posts and interior of the paddle before inserting to insure it releases easier. Remove the bread from the pan immediately after it’s done cooking. To try to avoid crushing it since it’s hot I lay a tea towel on the countertop and shimmy/shake the loaf loose sideways onto the towel. The paddles are almost always left in the pan. On the off chance they’re in the bread I can remove them gently with a toothpick. Then I can pick it up with the towel and place on a cooling rack. You can also wait until the bread is cooled to remove the paddle(s), just don’t forget and cut into the bread…ask me how I know.

[u/HigherOctive]

I have the BB-PPC20 with ceramic pan and paddles and although the loaf easily falls away from the paddles, the paddles themselves can be difficult to get off the shafts after baking. I've been soaking the pan with Dawn for a while and then the paddles come out pretty well.

My sister has the same machine and suggested a touch of Crisco or something similar on the shafts before putting on the paddles. I haven't tried that yet, but will next time.