I noticed mine has some odd black markings on the inside along the curve that I can't clean off. I have not used it yet. Should I be worried?
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I wouldn't know for certain - sounds like it could be oxidation. You could ask for a different pot. I use mine every week, but it had no marks brand new. It has a few pencil-point sized black dots now but it has had burned food when I did not watch it closely and had the heat too high or was cooking something too long by multi-tasking. The dots don't worry me, but if your pan came to you in that condition, I'd ask for a new one. Contact amazon. They can tell you how to send it back and get a new one. They have return labels you can print out. Whenever I have called them with a problem, they promptly call me and I have resolved every one of the few problems I have had. I hope I was helpful. I wouldn't know for certain - sounds like it could be oxidation. You could ask for a different pot. I use mine every week, but it had no marks brand new. It has a few pencil-point sized black dots now but it has had burned food when I did not watch it closely and had the heat too high or was cooking something too long by multi-tasking. The dots don't worry me, but if your pan came to you in that condition, I'd ask for a new one. Contact amazon. They can tell you how to send it back and get a new one. They have return labels you can print out. Whenever I have called them with a problem, they... » Read More I wouldn't know for certain - sounds like it could be oxidation. You could ask for a different pot. I use mine every week, but it had no marks brand new. It has a few pencil-point sized black dots now but it has had burned food when I did not watch it closely and had the heat too high or was cooking something too long by multi-tasking. The dots don't worry me, but if your pan came to you in that condition, I'd ask for a new one. Contact amazon. They can tell you how to send it back and get a new one. They have return labels you can print out. Whenever I have called them with a problem, they promptly call me and I have resolved every one of the few problems I have had. I hope I was helpful. « Show Less
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I didn't notice that on mine. It sounds weird but you might try licking it and seeing if it tastes like anything. For better or worse your food will end up tasting like anything you cook it in. If it tastes like nothing you are fine.
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Try scrubbing it with steel wool or a pumice stick. I use them as my final effort for cleaning things. If they don't work, return it or throw it away.
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I wouldn't know for certain - sounds like it could be oxidation. You could ask for a different pot. I use mine every week, but it had no marks brand new. It has a few pencil-point sized black dots now but it has had burned food when I did not watch it closely and had the heat too high or was cooking something too long by multi-tasking. The dots don't worry me, but if your pan came to you in that condition, I'd ask for a new one. Contact amazon. They can tell you how to send it back and get a new one. They have return labels you can print out. Whenever I have called them with a problem, they promptly call me and I have resolved every one of the few problems I have had. I hope I was helpful.
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I have not seen any such markings in mine. I would be concerned not knowing what made the markings. You may just try to wash and scrub it then boil water for about 5 minutes or so in it.
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My blender looks a little different. Maybe it creates a vacuum seal and you just need to use something to break the seal. I've not had that problem.
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The unit works fine but I found tiny black residue at the bottom of the pot once in a while. I called customer support of the seller company, they were very responsive and send me a new one right away. However I found the second unit with the same issue after a while, so now I rinse the pot through every time before I refill water in it. If the seller company carry another model, I will recommend try their other model instead. I have no problem with the seller, just this model may have a design flaw. I am still using it though.
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That is something I have not observed. If it is something you can document, take a picture. If it doesn't go away, follow the instructions for removal and return for replacement.
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Mine does the same thing. You can't return it to the store. There are signs all over it that say(DO NOT RETURN TO STORE. CONTACT so and so #, blah,blah,blah). I have mold all over mine now and am in the process of trying to get it clean, but I think my mold problem is on the inside, too because of the water that got caught in those areas of the inside. Wish me luck cause I have a feeling this is not gonna work and I'm not storing a moldy slide all winter. I would call the manufacturer while you still have time!!!!!!!!!!
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I have used this pot numerous times on an electric flattop stove. I do not have any "black patches inside after boiling water". However, I have noticed a few small dark circles on the bottom of the pot - which appear to occur when there is a heavy stream of bubbles rising from the bottom of the pot during a full rolling boil. However, these spots are minimal and have not had any adverse effect on the use of the pot.
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I have 4 of these and only one has that problem. I have cleaned it and that helped for a short while and then right back to the same problem. Sorry I can not help you any more.Sandi
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Have you tried cleaning it with vinegar? Mine stopped working and I cleaned the inside with vinegar and it started working again.
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I haven't had that problem yet with mine, but when I clean it I might try wiping it out with a cotton ball wetted with rubbing alcohol.
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I'm sorry to hear that but I don't have that issue with mine. I'm very pleased with the way my machine operates. Maybe check to make sure there are no clogs in the cover opening.
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Sorry, mine is fine. Can say I use it all the time tho'. But it cleans up well and has not warped
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I have cooked in mine several times and I have dark stains. I think it may be normal
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My husband and I have ground a few kinds of meats and no black residue. Maybe a problem with a seal.? I would send it back for another one. It really is a good grinder. I'm sure you took everything apart and cleaned well.
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the only thing i can think of is dirt on censer. if cleaning does not work i cant tell you anything. mine are not dong that. good luck.
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I have noticed browning at the bottom of mine, as well, although I have had it for several months now and use it regularly. I first noticed it after food I was making still smelled like the broccoli and I wasn't making broccoli. I checked the reservoir and noticed burnt-looking brownish residue. I tried to clean it using a bottle brush with the sponge-tip; it helped but did not get it all off. I have watched very carefully and have not noticed any impact on the food (no discoloration, flakes, or change in taste). I am VERY PLEASED with the Freshfoods Cook-n-Blend Baby Food Maker!!
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No there shouldn't be black spots. 2 things could be the issue. 1. Manufacturer defect in the chem process or 2. They are imposters that were made by a far less superioir Chinese company. I hope for you it's not number 2. I would try to exchange them.
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Were you using a little bleach to clean it? If so and the oders remain, then in a cup, try using a little baking soda and viniger, swish it around in it, you can let it soak if needed, then rince it well, if the smells stry in it after that, then my guess is its defective and I'd try sending it back for a replacement.