Mike Fetting
Objective:
Set the number of minutes to mix the sourdough starter and water (1-5 minutes) for rotation
Set the number of minutes to mix the dough (5-10 minutes) for rotation
Set the number of minutes to allow the dough to rise the first time (0-90 minutes, default 30) for heating
Set the number of minutes to fold/knead the dough (mix) (0-5 minutes, default 3) for rotation
Set the number of minutes to allow the dough to ferment (60-240 minutes, default 60) for heating
Set the number of minutes to fold/knead the dough (mix) (1-5 minutes, default 3) for rotation
Set the number of minutes to allow the dough to proof (60-480 minutes, default 240) for the alarm/beeping
Start the dough mixer.
Tasks:
1. Disassemble
2. Reverse Engineer the following opterations
- Motor Control (on/off, timing)
- Tempature monitoring
- Heater Control (on/off)
- Beep/Alarm
3. Select/design the controller board replacement
4. Convert to digital display for text (replacing 2-digit display)
5. Utilize existing switches in possible
6. Design and print 3D parts to facilitate the upgrade to the dough mixer to achieve stated objectives.
Helpful information:
Manual dough stirring often leads to uneven mixing, low efficiency, and exhausting labor. A 200W DC motor, delivering consistent, strong torque to knead and mix dough evenly, with a built-in ferment function, streamlining the baking process from mixing to proofing.
The unit that I will start with has the following features:
Material: 304 Stainless Steel, Silicone, ABS
Control Method: Touch Buttons with digital display
Operation Method: Automatic
Voltage: 110V, 60Hz
Power: 200W
Basin Capacity: 5L/169.09Oz
Rotation Speed: 140-170rpm
Motor: DC
The controller is similar to the type found in a standard bread machine.
Product web pages (as of 11/20/2025):
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256809885856691.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa