Removing the paddle is desirable AND Optional.

When do it will depend on which cycle you are using – but generally after the last stir for that cycle.

In the guides (look at the top of the page) is a link to download a PDF of the “time/work sshedule”

My method:

-Consult the time/work schedule to estimate when the last stir/knead cycle will complete. Set a timer.

Prepare a plate or bowl, lightly greased is helpful

After the last stir/knead Cycle,

we get to take advantage of the feature “Power Interruption”.

You now have plenty of time to remove the pan,

(close to the lid to retain temp inside)

DUMP the dough onto lightly greased plate or bowl

Remove the paddle (you might have to dig it out of the dough or if you are lucky, just remove frm the spindle.

Replace the dough in the pan.

Open the lid and lock in the pan.

Lower the lid,

PLUG THE MACHINE BACK INTO THE OUTLET

(all caps because, well because sometimes I get distracted and have to learn things the hard way)

With planning and focus, this is really easy (tricky was when I had machines without the Memory for Power Interruption)

Honestly it takes longer to type the method than to do the removal.

Note: you really want to get it done as close as possible to the beginning of the last rise as possible – and as quickly as possible to retain as much heat as possible. Worst case, you may want to add a bit to the bake time.