The ideal temperature of the workshop should be approximately 68°F (20°C). The
temperature of the candies and fillings to be coated should be as close as
possible to the temperature of the coating chocolate. If the temperature of the
candies or filling varies too much from that of the chocolate, the
crystallization of the cocoa butter will be adversely affected. This will
result in a product that is dull and is less resistant to heat. The temperature
of the molds should be as close as possible to that of the workshop without
being less, approximately 68°F (20°C). If necessary, the molds can be warmed
slightly. Take care that the temperature of the molds does not exceed that of
the tempered chocolate. Using molds that are at the proper temperature will
result in the best possible gloss for the finished product. Important note:
During use, the tempered chocolate in the bowl may thicken further. This is the
result of the rapid growth in the size of the cocoa butter crystals. This
thickening of the chocolate can be prevented by adding a small quantity of warm
chocolate or by increasing the temperature of the chocolate slightly.