-Before using your cookware for the first time, hand-wash with warm soapy water and dry thoroughly.
-Cook or boil using low to medium heat only. Tri-ply base cookware construction requires only low to medium heat to sauté, fry or cook most foods. Using a high heat setting causes the cookware t...

-Before using your cookware for the first time, hand-wash with warm soapy water and dry thoroughly.
-Cook or boil using low to medium heat only. Tri-ply base cookware construction requires only low to medium heat to sauté, fry or cook most foods. Using a high heat setting causes the cookware to become very hot, which may cause foods to stick, burn or scorch if added to very hot cookware.
-Keep the cookware on the burner only during the necessary time for cooking or boiling. Do not overheat empty cookware or allow gas flames to extend up sides of pans and overheat handles.
-Do not leave or store food remains in the cookware for long periods of time. Superficial pitting may occur if very salty or acidic foods (such as tomatoes) are left in the cookware.
-To prevent warping, avoid sudden temperature changes such as immersing hot cookware in cold water. Always let the cookware cool before washing.

Cleaning and Caring For Your Stainless Steel Stock Pot:
-Stainless steel cookware is dishwasher-safe. However, we recommend hand-drying the cookware immediately after the rinse cycle or hand-washing and drying to preserve the original finish.
-Prolonged exposure to high heat settings may cause your cookware to discolor. To recondition your cookware or to remove stubborn spots or stains, use a nonabrasive pad and quality stainless steel cleanser such as Bar Keepers Friend®.

Using Your Stainless Steel Stock Pot Lid
-Before using your lid for the first time, hand-wash with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
-The lid features a steam vent opening and two silicone accessories. The silicone grommet can be used in conjunction with a thermometer (thermometer not included).
-To insert the grommet or plug into the lid, simply twist and push the grommet or plug into the steam vent opening
-To remove the grommet or plug from the lid, simply pull the grommet or plug up from the top side of the lid

Cleaning and Caring for Your Stainless Steel Stock Pot Lid
-The lid is dishwasher safe. However, we recommend hand-washing and drying the lid to preserve the original finish.
-We also recommend removing the silicone grommet or plug from the lide before placing in the dishwasher.
-To remove stubborn spots or stains, us a nonabrasive pad and quality stainless steel cleanser such as Bar Keepers Friend®.

Using Your Stainless Steel Canning Jar Rack
-The stainless steel canning jar rack is designed to be used with the 22 QT Stock Pot only.
-The canning jar rack accommodates up to seven (1 Qt/32 oz) canning jars (Canning jars are not included)
-Smaller jar capacities (such as pints) may also be used with the canning rack
-To easily transfer jars to and from the rack, hook the rack handles onto the stock pot rim
-Canning rack is suitable for water bath or steam canning methods

CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR STAINLESS STEEL CANNING JAR RACK
? Stainless steel rack is dishwasher -safe. However,we recommend hand-washing and drying to preserve the original finish.

USING THE STAINLESS STEEL STOCK POT FOR WATER BATH/STEAM CANNING
-The stock pot and canning jar rack can accommodate both water bat and steam canning methods.
-Here are some basic guidelines for water bath canning
- Always check your canning jars to ensure they seal properly.
- Check your location''s altitude, as this will affect your water bath processing time. Over 1,000 feet above sea level will add approximately five minutes to your processing time.
Place the canning rack in pot before you start boiling water
Ensure there is at least 1-2 inches of water above the your jars in the stock pot - Jars should always be submerged in water during the canning process.
Use caution and protective mitts when removing jars and handling the jar rack when canning is completed.
-Follow the canning jar''s manufacturer''s guidelines for jar use and care.
-We recommend you review the USDA guidelines for home canning and food preservation.