Why/when do you CLOSE the vent? (Descript: .. durable & chip proof pan will never melt/warp & designed for freezer to oven to table to dishwasher...?
1846700
You keep the vent closed while the item is in the microwave. When you remove it, open the vent to let the steam escape, then open the lid and enjoy!
1167633
Whenever you feel you need more steam. I close it when making vegetables but crack it when making fish. It's kind of a trial and error.
314959
Unless you're using unusually high heat, completely safe. If you do pull the silicone handle off, be careful handling it right out of the oven, it's riveted to the pan so it will become one with your hand otherwise. Nobody wants to be known as "Pan Hand."
1842311
I asked the same question, since mine sits on a shelf alongside of my wall oven. Their concern is that the heat from such a unit will not allow the M/W to cool properly.
169000
My understanding and the reason I purchased these items was for microwave use. I do not believe they are made for oven/stove use. The description says: Dishwasher Safe Freezer Safe; Microwavable Made from BPA-free material. Nothing about use in a regular oven. I wouldn't chance it.
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Sorry to hear of your loss. I would first arrange to stop your husband from opening your dishwasher by putting on a Child Proof Locking Device. Or Get a Whole Sheet pan that won't fit in the washer. The other suggestion is to take your pans when you have completed the task of baking and wipe them clean and put them away yourself...stop Mr. Right from doing his Helpful task! All Metal cookware is capable of damage in a dishwasher, thus; I wash my pans when I complete the task and put them away. Other than that I would suggest you get Stock In Chicago Metallic as your going to be their best customer. The Hemedingers of Tennessee Sorry to hear of your loss. I would first arrange to stop your husband from opening your dishwasher by putting on a Child Proof Locking Device. Or Get a Whole Sheet pan that won't fit in the washer. The other suggestion is to take your pans when you have completed the task of baking and wipe them clean and put them away yourself...stop Mr. Right from doing his Helpful task! All Metal cookware is capable of damage in a dishwasher, thus; I wash my pans when I complete the task and put them away. Other than that I would suggest you get Stock In Chicago Metallic as your going to be their best... » Read More Sorry to hear of your loss. I would first arrange to stop your husband from opening your dishwasher by putting on a Child Proof Locking Device. Or Get a Whole Sheet pan that won't fit in the washer. The other suggestion is to take your pans when you have completed the task of baking and wipe them clean and put them away yourself...stop Mr. Right from doing his Helpful task! All Metal cookware is capable of damage in a dishwasher, thus; I wash my pans when I complete the task and put them away. Other than that I would suggest you get Stock In Chicago Metallic as your going to be their best customer. The Hemedingers of Tennessee « Show Less
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I remove the racks. When baking you use the racks just like you would in your oven, except because it is convection you can bake on both racks at the same time. Baking is done on the racks (Think like it's an oven, you would not bake on the oven floor). The turn table can be turned off so it does not rotate. What is nice about the turn table is it does not need to be changed (or removed) because it works on Micro or Convection: It is ceramic. You can't go wrong with this one. Lots of room in it & turn table bigger the others (the size of a large pizza). Do some more research on how to cook & Bake in a Convection Oven (this is just one fast reference; http://www.cadco-ltd.com/convectioncook.html) The unit does come with a recipe booklet too. I personal LOVE convection & use it only. It took a while to learn how to convert & get the best results but well worth it. I now use it 80% of the time. Any other question or if you'd like more info on cooking/baking with convection I'll be glad to help.
1879038
My oven door closes evenly with no play in it. The oven itself rocks a little on one leg; I tried it on several different counters and it is definitely the oven leg. I just put the flat cord under the short leg and that solved the problem.
737596
The answer from WineCountryLover is correct. I have had this oven for a few months and I would not buy it again. In addition to the flaw mentioned in my previous review, I noticed the glass oven door does not close tightly so heat must be escaping.
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I've not left it in (I use an electic one for that), but I imagine it would be - it's dishwasher safe, so it at least withstands temperatures that high for prolonged exposure.
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It's durable, yes! We love it and I'm sure it's gonna last us a very long time. And yes, get the top shelf- it's great for putting extra stuff on there. The only lame part is the little string that holds the oven door open, but you can always put something else on there. We've just left it off and its fine. Hope that helps. Sorry it took me so long to respond.
827539
don't put it in the bottom rack, mine partially melted doing that, put top rack in the dishwasher was not a problem for me
484532
I find it a little difficult to take off. As Pat answered, it's easier by keeping the one end against yourself, but if you have baked a casserole, the pan would be too hot to do this. Overall I like the pan, but the problem with the lid would discourage me from using it for a casserole.
961142
I would put the rack in the middle of the oven for pizza. Maybe thaw the pizza a bit first though. I use this rack position when making homemade pizza and it works fine. Haven't actually tried it for frozen ones though. Hope this helps.
1440741
I have put it in my dishwasher- the top rack- and it has not melted yet! (Also, I second Jeff's previous comment about being sure it thoroughly dries afterwards)
575805
This is the only pan I use. The first one lasted well over 6 years. I'm on my second one. I do know that with the steel plate in the bottom, if you cool out down too fast. Like talked it off the great and go directly to cold water this may happen. Even with my older one. It never peeled, it just eventually wore off. Sorry. Please don't continue using it. As it can release toxins into the air and your food
542536
I wish I knew, I am sorry that I don't. I have not exposed it to extreme heat, but I did wash it in my dishwasher on the top rack without a problem. Other than that, it has been in and out of the fridge without a problem.
855833
I have never put it in the oven or the dishwasher. It is really easy to clean. The only complaint I have is that the bottom of the pan is not flat, not sure why but I did read something when I bought it. I have really enjoyed it though. The lid handle is metal so does get very hot.