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d Cleaning:

T-FAL NON-STICK COOKWARE

Hand-washing is recommended.

Hand-washing: Always wait for your cookware to cool before cleaning. T-fal cookware is easy to clean in warm, soapy water using a cloth or sponge. Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads such as steel wool, scouring powder or oven cleaner. Stubborn spots can be removed with cleaners that specify “safe for non-stick surfaces.”

When cleaning glass lids, do not use metal scouring pads or harsh abrasives, as they may scratch and weaken the glass.

Dishwashing: T-fal cookware can be cleaned in a dishwasher, but be advised that hard enamel, brushed aluminum and stainless steel EXTERIOR finishes may discolor and become dull due to the abrasive nature of dishwasher detergents. These effects are not covered under the warranty.

When placing non-stick cookware in the dishwasher, position the items vertically between the spikes of the dishwasher rack to minimize friction between the non-stick surface and the spikes during the washing cycle. It is recommended to re-season non-stick pans with cooking oil after every 10 dishwashing cycles.

NOTE: With stainless steel cookware, a blue or yellow discoloration

may appear over time. This is a natural occurrence that may result from overheating and does not indicate any problem ware.

The discoloration can be removed with a special cleaner

with the cook-

for stainless steel cookware, or by adding lemon juice or vinegar to your regular cleaning solution.

NOTE:

To avoid discoloration, T-fal cookware with polished aluminum or brushed aluminum exteriors should not be cleaned in the dishwasher.

NOTE:

T-fal cookware with hard anodized exterior is not dishwasher safe.

d General Safety Recommendations:

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Keep children away from the stove while you are cooking. Be careful around the stove, as heat, steam and splatter can cause injury.

Do not touch cookware with a wet cloth or potholder or put it on

• a wet surface. Hot cookware should be placed on heat-resistant surfaces only.

Do not add cold water, ice or fully frozen food items directly

• pan, as a steam eruption could occur that could

cause injury to users or bystanders. Be especially cautious when the pan contains hot oils used during cooking, as steam eruptions are possible when elements containing water are brought into contact with hot oil.

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When boiling water, add salt to water only after it has come to a boil to keep salt grains from damaging the steel components of the cookware.

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Do not combine cookware to make a double boiler. These pieces are not designed for that purpose, and such use could result in steam-related burns or other injury to users or bystanders.

T-fal cookware cannot be used in a microwave, over a campfire or

• on any type of grill, and should not be placed in the oven during the self-clean cycle.

T-fal cookware is compatible with gas, spiral or solid electric,

• ceramic (radiant) and halogen rangetops. See packaging for further details. T-fal stainless steel products are suitable for use on all types of rangetops, including induction.

d Fr equently Asked Questions

Q. If the cookware is accidentally overheated, will there be hazardous fumes?

A. Any material overheated at a high enough temperature will emit fumes.

Fumes from overheated non-stick cookware will not adversely affect humans or household pets, with the exception of certain exotic birds. Users should observe good cooking practices and never allow non-stick cookware to overheat. For safety, always keep birds in a well-ventilated room away from the kitchen.

What would happen if the non-stick coating peeled and was

accidentally ingested?

A. T-fal's non-stick coating is formulated not to chip or peel under normal household use. Accidental ingestion of a small quantity is not harmful.

Should you have additional questions or problems, DO NOT RETURN THE PRODUCT TO THE STORE. Please call the T-fal. Consumer Helpline in the USA at 800.395.8325 or in Canada at 800.418.3325. Representatives are available Monday to Thursday from 5:00 pm EST and Fridays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

EST. You may also visit

the T-fal Web site at www.t-falusa.com or www.t-fal.ca for additional

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T-fal, a division of Groupe SEB, USA, warrants this cookware to be free of manufacturing defects for life from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover damage due to misuse (including overheating, improper cleaning practices This warranty does not cover the non-stick interior or the steel and hard anodized exteriors.

If, upon inspection, T-fal determines that a product is defective, T-fal will repair or replace the product, at T-fal's option, without charge to the customer, including the cost of return shipment. Repairs not covered by this warranty will be performed at T-fal's standard rates for parts and labor and will be shipped at customer expense. THE WARRANTIES SET FORTH HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND NO OTHER WARRANTIES, IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE, ARE MADE BY T-FAL OR ARE AUTHORIZED TO BE MADE WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

If you believe your product is defective, please send it to T-fal along with proof of purchase and a description of the nature of the defect. For address and return instructions:

In the USA call toll free 800.395.8325.

In CANADA, return product to: T-fal Canada, a division of Groupe Seb Canada, Inc., 345 Passmore Ave, Scarborough ON M1V 3N8- Canada.

Be sure to include your name, address and daytime telephone number with your shipment. We suggest you send by traceable means.

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d Quick Start Tips:

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Remove all labels and packaging materials.

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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.

NOTE:

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.

d General Cooking Tips:

Never leave cookware unattended while cooking.

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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.

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Never let cookware boil dry or leave an empty piece of cookware on a heated burner.

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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.

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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.

d Helpful Hints on Lid Use:

When removing lids during cooking, tilt lid to direct steam away

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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.

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Do not place hot glass lids under cold water, change can break the glass. This is not covered under the warranty.

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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.

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Tempered glass lids are oven safe to 350˚F (175˚C).

d Handles and Knobs:

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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d Cooking with T-fal on a Stove Top:

T-FAL NON-STICK, RESIST, EXPERT, AND PROMET

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.

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 animals with very sensitive respiratory systems, such as birds. Birds should not be kept in the kitchen.

d Utensils:

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Wooden or plastic utensils are recommended for most non-stick

• surfaces.

T-FAL RESIST, EXPERT AND PROMETAL NON-STICK COOKWARE

T-fal Resist, Expert, and Prometal non-stick are metal safe.

• Most metal utensils may be used on the non-stick surface, with the exception of knives and whisks.

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d Oven and Broiler Use:

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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.

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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.

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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 us at www.t-falusa.com or www.t-fal.ca.