Pans must have a magnetic material in the base, such as cast iron or stainless steel, to work on induction hobs. Pure aluminium or copper pans won't work.

Frying pans, grillpan, wok , sautepan and shallowpan feature Tefal’s patented Thermo-Spot® technology which indicates optimum cooking temperature to start cookingIf the base is stubborn dirt, you can wet the pan soak first with hot water and a good degreasing dishwashing detergent. Next, if necessary, you can clean the pan with a plastic scouring pad and some liquid abrasive cleaning detergent. Traditional cast-iron pans can be used, but be careful not to drag them across the hob as they may cause damage. The pan must be cleaned each time it's used to remove the film of grease that can stay on the surface. If the pan is only wiped with a paper towel or rinsed in water, the film won't be fully removed and may cook the next time you use the pan: stains may appear. Copper has excellent heat conductivity. Good copper pans are very expensive but should last a lifetime. As this metal can react with acidic foods, fish and meat, these pans are normally lined with tin or stainless steel to act as a barrier. It is also necessary to avoid overheating and scratches, in particular due to use of metal accessories (spatulas, ladles) and/or due to cleaning with a scouring sponge.

Oven safe up to 210°C (max 1 hour) pan alone. Oven safe up to 175°C pan (max 1 hour) with glass lids If your water has high iron content, you may notice a rusty discoloration. Use stainless steel/copper cleaner to remove this. Is it dishwasher-safe?

An indicator light on the hob will start flashing if it’s not the correct type of pan, or it will simply not heat up. Only frying pans, saucepans or saute pans from the Ingenio range can go in the oven, thanks to their detachable handles (ensure that the detachable handle is removed). Utensils should never be used in a microwave or convection oven. Thermo-Spot®: To what temperature does the frying pan need to be heated for the temperature indicator to change colour? The original Always Pan combined 10 pieces of cookware in to one, saving us money and cupboard space, and scoring a pretty impressive 84/100 in our tests. So, we were excited to hear that Our Place was releasing a shiny, revamped version and couldn’t wait to see how it fared in testing. The results are in... A brilliant set, and very clever idea. The pans themselves are the usual high Tefal quality, with excellent coating that feels very durable. The handles feel robust and like they will stand up to plenty of abuse over time - certainly no problems in the few weeks I've had them so far.” Excessive force on the outside of aluminium pots or frying pans resulting, for example, from them being dropped or hit may result in deformations of the pots/pans. (The pot/frying pan will not deform as result of cooking heat.) Various topics Does Tefal/T-fal cookware contain PFOA?

This is the optimum temperature for frying and searing food. This indication helps you cook healthier and at an ideal temperature. General recommendations You can also get hard-anodised or cast aluminium – which looks like cast iron but has the weight and good heat conductivity of aluminium. Also never put cold water into a hot pan or plunge hot cookware in cold water. Sudden changes of temperature may cause the metal to warp, resulting in an uneven base. My pan seems unstable on my hob - why?An exterior coating protects your cookware from the harmful consequences of dishwashing. It is therefore extremely important not to damage this coating and we recommend that you avoid the use of scouring pads (Scotch Brite). It is difficult to give a number of years, because the service life will differ depending on the conditions of usage and frequency of use. To extend its service life, you should protect it from unnecessarily high temperatures and refrain from heating a pan empty. A medium to low heat is sufficient. Do not store cooked food for a long time (one day or longer). Where can I buy accessories, consumables or spare parts for my appliance? Stainless steel pans are designed to last a lifetime, and won’t react with any food types. They’re also dishwasher safe. Stainless steel on its own is liable to hot spots, so copper or aluminium is usually incorporated into the base. Special handle (such as wood or removable handles like Ingenio): NO, hand washing only, recommanded with a non-abrasive sponge.

Take care when placing pans on gas hobs as the number of support legs vary and small pans in particular may need a trivet, which most gas hob manufacturers will supply with their hob or can be bought from the separately. The edge of the pot/frying pan is deformed. Pot/frying pan part: To extend the life of your product, we recommand hand washing only. In case of dishwasher use, it is preferable to use gentle detergents such as liquid, gel, or powder, not tablet nor sachet. Certains parts may become dulled and discolored due to action of corrosive detergents. Our guarantee does not cover this type of wear. Over time, the ceramic base will become stained without it being possible to remove the marks. This will not impair the performance of the kitchenware in any way and does not present any danger for health. For that purpose, please observe the following tips: slightly oil the pan before first use and then wash and dry it, repeat the process from time to time if you wash the pan regularly in the dishwasher. We recommend to wash the ceramic pan manually, with water and a mild detergent. In this way, it's the most effective.

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The pan has been used on too high a heat or the wrong source of heat for the pan which has resulted in the pan base becoming warped and distorted.