T-Fal Nonstick cookware with Thermospot - Manual (Page 2)

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome
to the world of T-fal
® cookware! T-fal cookware is
designed to provide many years of cooking enjoyment,
superior performance and maintenance-free service.
Q u i c k S t a r t T i p s :
Remove all labels and packaging materials.
Wash cookware in warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry using a
soft cloth or paper towel.
For cookware with a non-stick interior, it is recommended to
“season” the pan prior to first use. Wash the cookware thoroughly
and dry. Heat each pan on low for 30 seconds, remove from
heat and put one tablespoon of vegetable oil in each pan. Rub
the oil over the entire surface with a paper towel. Repeat after
every 10 dishwasher cycles or if accidental overheating occurs.
Some cookware is shipped with a protective plastic piece located at
the base of the handle. Please discard before use, as failure to
remove this piece could create a fire hazard.
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NOTE:
Select the proper burner size so that the heat touches only the
bottom of the cookware and does not climb up the side walls.
Do not use pans to flambé.
Let pans cool before cleaning to prevent warping caused by
extreme temperature shocks. Avoid any extreme temperature
changes.
Do not slide or drag cookware across the stove top, as this may
cause damage to both the cookware and the stove top.
When removing lids during cooking, tilt lid to direct steam away
from you and keep hands and face away from steam vents.
Do not use glass lids that have cracks, chips or scratches and
do not attempt to make repairs to damaged cookware. Using
damaged lids or cookware could lead to explosions or injuries
to users or bystanders.
Do not place hot glass lids under cold water, as the temperature
change can break the glass. This is not covered under the warranty.
When leaving a covered pan on the burner after the heat is
turned down, be sure to leave the cover ajar or the steam vent
open or else a vacuum seal may form. If a vacuum seal does
form, do not attempt to remove the cover from the pan, and call
the T-fal Consumer Relations Helpline.
Tempered glass lids are oven safe to 350˚F.
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H a n d l e s a n d K n o b s :
Handles and knobs can get very hot under certain conditions.
Always have pot holders available for use.
When cooking, make sure handles are not positioned over
other hot burners.
Some handles and knobs that are attached with screws may
loosen over time. If this occurs, they should be retightened.
Do not overtighten, as this could result in damage to the lid
or knob. If the screw cannot be tightened or handles
are riveted or welded, call the T-fal Consumer Relations
Helpline for assistance.
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T-fal is a pioneer and innovator in the world of non-stick cookware.
If properly maintained, T-fal's unique non-stick finish will provide
years of great cooking performance and easy cleaning. Preventing
damage to the non-stick finish will help to maximize product
performance. By following these care instructions, you can protect
and get the most out of your investment in T-fal cookware.
Your T-fal product includes the unique Thermo-Spot heat indicator
that shows when the pan is perfectly preheated to seal in the
flavor of your food. When the design changes to a solid red
“spot,” the pan is preheated to optimal temperature. Thermo-Spot
is built into the non-stick surface of your pan, requires no
special maintenance and should be treated just like the other
non-stick surfaces on the pan. With normal use, Thermo-Spot will
not wear off or lose effectiveness over time.
Cooking with T-FAL on a Stove Top:
T-FAL NON-STICK, PROMETAL AND EXPERT
NON-STICK COOKWARE
G e n e r a l C o o k i n g T i p s :
H e l p f u l H i n t s o n L i d U s e :
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U t e n s i l s :
T-FAL NON-STICK COOKWARE
Wooden or plastic utensils are recommended for most non-stick
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Never leave cookware unattended while cooking.
Use only low to medium heat with your T-fal cookware at all times
(including boiling water). Aluminum cookware conducts heat
extremely quickly and evenly. High heat may damage your T-fal
non-stick cookware, and this type of damage is not covered
under the warranty.
Never let cookware boil dry or leave an empty piece of
cookware on a heated burner.
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NEVER cut food directly in the pan or gouge the non-stick surface
in any way.
With use, the non-stick surface may become slightly darker. This will
not impair its performance. Slight surface marks or abrasions are
normal and will NOT affect the performance of the non-stick coating.
Non-stick cooking sprays are not necessary with non-stick
cookware. The use of such sprays may create an invisible buildup
on the surface of the pan that will affect the pan's non-stick properties.
CAUTION: Cooking at ultra high settings can cause emission of
fumes from the non-stick interior that could be dangerous for certain
animals with very sensitive respiratory systems, such as birds.
Birds should not be kept in the kitchen.
O ve n a n d B ro i l e r U s e :
Always use potholders when moving cookware in to and
out of the oven.
T-fal cookware with phenolic (plastic) handles, with or
without metal inserts, or stainless steel handles with silicone
inserts is oven safe to 350°F/175°C.
T-fal cookware with handles made completely out of
aluminum or stainless steel is oven-safe to 500°F/260°C.
Do not use aluminum cookware under the broiler.
Stainless steel cookware with stainless steel handles, that
do not include silicone inserts, is broiler safe.
T-fal cookware with handles that have soft-touch translucent
portions is not oven safe. The handles may also discolor
over time if placed in the dishwasher in contact with
substances having strong food color, such as tomato sauce.
Refer to product packaging for further details on oven use.
T-FAL PROMETAL AND EXPERT NON-STICK
COOKWARE
T-fal Prometal and Expert non-stick are metal safe. Most
metal utensils may be used on the non-stick surface, with the
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Questions? Call the T-fal Consumer Relations Helpline in
the USA at 800.395.8325 or in Canada at 800.418.3325
or visit www.t-falusa.com or www.t-fal.ca.
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USE & CARE
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