C L A S S I C S T A I N L E S S C O O K W A R E
Cuisinart
®
Chef's Classic
TM
Stainless Color Series Cookware is an
investment that will prove its worth every time you use it.
The exclusively designed aluminum encapsulated base provides
superior heat conductivity and even heat distribution to meet
the demands of gourmet chefs everywhere. When properly
cared for, your Cuisinart
®
Chef's Classic
TM
Stainless Color Series
Cookware will give countless years of service and pleasure.
Follow the use and care suggestions in this leaflet to preserve
and maintain the cookware’s original beauty.
ESSENTIAL PRECAUTIONS
Never use Cuisinart
®
Chef's Classic
TM
Stainless Color Series
Cookware on high heat. Food will burn. The aluminum
encapsulated base makes this cookware highly conductive and
efficient for quick, even heat distribution. We recommend using a
low to medium setting for most cooking. To boil water, medium-
high is sufficient. High heat and/or extended flame may cause
discoloration to the color of the cookware. Any discoloration
will not affect the cookware's performance. Never leave
Cuisinart
®
Cookware or any pan empty over a hot burner.
Doing so can ruin the pan and cause damage to the stovetop.
Never leave cookware on the stovetop unattended. Cookware
that overheats or boils dry may begin to decompose and melt,
resulting in damage to your stovetop or cookware and/or creating
a risk of personal injury. If cookware overheats, do not remove
from the stovetop immediately. Turn off the heat and allow the
cookware to cool naturally before removing from the stovetop.
BEFORE USING
Wash your new cookware in hot water with a mild soap or
dish detergent, or in a dishwasher, before using for the first
time. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry immediately with a soft dish
towel, or you may place your Cuisinart
®
Chef's Classic
TM
Stainless
Color Series Cookware in a dishwasher.
EASY MAINTENANCE
Immediately after each use, fill the pan with hot water and liquid
dish detergent; let stand until lukewarm. Use a sponge or soft
cloth to remove any remaining food particles. Do not use steel
wool or other coarse metal pads that make scratches. Rinse
thoroughly and dry immediately for a flawless finish. Cuisinart
®
Chef's Classic
TM
Stainless Color Series Cookware features oven-
safe handles that can withstand oven temperatures up to 500°F.
Glass lids are oven safe to 350°F only. Caution should be used
when handling any cookware handles, and we recommend the use
of potholders.
WHAT ABOUT THE DISHWASHER?
Cuisinart
®
Chef's Classic
TM
Stainless Color Series Cookware is
dishwasher safe, but remember that soil from other dishes may
be abrasive. If the dishwasher is carelessly packed, other dishes
or flatware may mar the surface of the cookware. Over a long
period, regular dishwasher cleaning will eventually scratch
any cookware, but will not affect its safety or performance. We
recommend using a non-lemon detergent.
WHAT ABOUT METAL UTENSILS?
We recommend using plastic or wooden utensils with your
Cuisinart
®
Chef's Classic
TM
Stainless Color Series Cookware. You
may prefer using metal utensils. These may scratch the cooking
surface, but will in no way impair the performance of your
Cuisinart
®
Chef's Classic
TM
Stainless Color Series Cookware. You
may use a hand mixer with metal beaters which can scratch the
interior surface but will not impair the cookware’s performance
or its durability.
TO REMOVE STAINS
Calcium in your water may leave a multicolored stain. This is
from a harmless deposit and can be removed with a little warm
vinegar. Certain foods such as pasta or oatmeal may leave a light
residue or cloudy appearance. This can be easily removed with
any nonabrasive cleaning product.
TO REMOVE STUBBORN RESIDUE
When food is burned in the pan, a stubborn black residue may
remain. If soaking does not loosen it, add water to a depth of one
inch in the pan, then add a tablespoon of dishwasher detergent (a
non-lemon product). Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for
15 minutes. Let cool in the pan, then drain and rinse. Loosen the
residue with a sponge or plastic spatula. Repeat if necessary.
TO REMOVE BURNER STAINS
Stains on the outside bottom (not sides) of pans can be removed
with an oven cleaner. Follow the manufacturer’s directions and
spray or brush the cleaner on only the outside bottom of the pan.
If the directions call for using the cleaner in a warm oven, heat the
pan before applying the cleaner. Rinse thoroughly after cleaning.
CAUTION: Detergent fumes can be irritating. Carry out
this procedure under a hood with an exhaust fan or in a
well-ventilated room.
FOR USE ON INDUCTION STOVETOPS
Please consult your induction stovetop manual for information on
use. Always center the cooking vessel for optimal performance.
COOKING ON A GLASS STOVETOP
To avoid scratching a glass cooktop, do not slide cookware on
the glass surface. Please consult your glass cooktop manual for
information and recommendations on use.
COOKING OVER A GAS BURNER
When cooking over a gas burner, make certain the flame
touches only the pan bottom. If the flame comes up the sides of
the pan, energy is wasted and the sides of the pan may become
permanently discolored.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Cuisinart
®
Chef's Classic
TM
Stainless Color
Series Cookware has exceptionally high thermoconductivity,
and even a low setting on some gas burners will overheat or
even burn foods such as thinly sliced onions. An inexpensive
gas “flame-tamer” placed between the burner and the bottom
of the pot solves this problem. Flame-tamers are readily
available at most hardware stores.
COOKING TEMPERATURE IN OVEN
Cuisinart
®
Chef's Classic
TM
Stainless Color Series Cookware can
be used in the oven without damage. Naturally, the handle as well
as the pan will become hot. Use potholders to prevent burns. The
cookware can be used in the oven at any baking temperature up
to 500°F and can go from burner to oven to table when placed on a
heat-resistant trivet. Glass lids are oven safe to 350°F only.
TO BREAK A VACUUM SEAL
The uniquely designed rims and covers form a perfect fit to reduce
the evaporation of liquids. If you leave the cover on after turning
the heat down or off, a partial vacuum may form which will seal
the lid to the pan. To break the seal, turn on the heat for a few
moments, and the cover will come off easily. If you don’t want the
lid to seal to the pan, remove the cover or set it slightly ajar before
turning off the heat.
CONVENIENT STORAGE
A cookware rack or pegboard for your Cuisinart
®
Classic Stainless
Color Series Cookware provides convenient, safe storage. Stacking
and crowding in cabinets or drawers may cause scratches.
