how do you clean the outside bottoms of the pans and what could you use on them without damaging them?
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I use a scotch brite pad on outside or soft scrub. some exteriors are metal, some are coated. use scotch brite on metal but soft scrub on coated/painted.
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I use the green or blue sponges that have a plastic side for cleaning. Sometimes soft scrub.
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Sorry, this was purchased as a gift and sent directly to a family member; however, I like barkeepers friend for cleaning such things. But if you have any doubt about causing damage to the pan I would contact Cuisinart directly.
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I just use regular soap and elbow grease and then rinse extremely well. My pot is used for homebrewing and the bottom is a bit hazy but the sides have remained nice and shiny.
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Just use a wet towel to clean, and occasionally spray the plates with non stick spray, there will be very little mess because it's nonstick.
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I think the "hard or impossible" crowd are using soap to wash the pan. Using soap or detergent will strip the seasoning off the pan. Follow the instructions and then refrain from using soap for clean-up (I have a sponge just for the pan). And dry the pan thoroughly.
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Make a paste of baking soda and water. Using a paper towel, scrub the pan with the paste. You'll likely see old gunk (mostly oil) coming up. Wash clean, wipe dry, then heat it gently on low heat. Wipe a tiny bit of oil (NOT a spray of any kind) around the pan and put it away. Then, NEVER, EVER use any kind of cooking spray. Propellants are bad for the nonstick finish. Also NEVER heat the pan past medium on your cooktop. Medium heat will get the pan plenty hot. My 3 year old Teflon pans still look new despite almost daily use.
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Hi, I clean my Nordic pan by rinsing thoroughly with hot water and maybe a mild dish detergent with sponge to remove any bits that may be stuck. Do not out in dishwasher and there is really no need to as all good particles come off so easy with the non-stick surface.
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I wash my pan in mild dish soap and dry with a towel immediately. Take a little cooking oil or olive oil and rub in with a soft cloth to all cooking areas of the pan.
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I think I just sprayed on a little Pam, wiped it, and then set it in a 300 oven for a while. Now when I wash it, scrub it with a scrubby sponge, rinse, and set it upside down to air dry. I LOVE this pan.
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I used straight dish washing detergent and a non scratch scouring pad! I have also heard rubbing alcohol will work although I have not tried it. Good luck! I love love these pans!
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They make a spray for that purpose. I wet the cooktop with hot water with vinegar and and scrub if necessary with a little baking soda. Cleans it beautifully. You may have to let the hot water and vinegar sit if badly stained.
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you have to season pans first heat a little then pour a little oil in pan wipe off with paper towel should do this every so often to keep pans from sticking around every 10 use or so
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My daughter says she has washed her pans by hand to be sure it won't get ruined--she put it in the dishwasher once and it was ok but she prefers not to. Hope this was helpful :)
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They can if not "cleaned" after use. Like cast iron, until they are deeply/thoroughly seasoned will be prone to some build up and will need more than just wiping down after use. I use kosher salt as an abrasive with an old sponge and some fresh oil with the pan being warm. Afterwards, wipe down with a very small amount of fresh vegetable oil.
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Every time I use the pan, the sides come clean. I have not had to remove anything from the sides. You could try taking a 1/4 cup of baking soda and add hydrogen peroxide until a paste forms, then use your hands to scrub out the offending particles. This is a pretty good and safe all purpose cleaner for bake ware.
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There is a product called Goo Gone. Use that. You can not soak the pan in water because it is not supposed to be immersed in water.
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Avoid soap, and I use a plastic scraper to clean off food- you know the kind you can get to clean stoneware. Dry thoroughly, and wipe a little oil on it before storing.
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Warm water and mild soap works for me. I use the sponge with the Teflon scrubber After the pan has cooled, as soon as possible.