I would say to make sure your bread flour is room temperature and the yeast as well. Also check the expiration date on your yeast. Do not have your liquids too hot. Put in the machine in the order suggested in your manual. Other liquids should not be too hot either. Check your loaf after the machine has begun. It it looks dry, add water a Tablespoon at a time. It if is too wet and gluey, add 1 Tablespoon of flour at a time. Good luck.