West Bend 72122 - Skillet, Square Manuel D’Utilisation
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Let Skillet Cool By Itself
After using skillet, let it cool by itself. Do not pour cold water into skillet while it is hot. Although made of extra-thick
aluminum, a sudden change in temperature may cause the metal to warp.
aluminum, a sudden change in temperature may cause the metal to warp.
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Remove Heat Control.
After skillet has cooled, remove the heat control.
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury or electric shock, do not immerse heat control, its cord and plug in water or other
liquid.
Wipe clean with a damp cloth if necessary.
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury or electric shock, do not immerse heat control, its cord and plug in water or other
liquid.
Wipe clean with a damp cloth if necessary.
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Retighten Loose Handle/Legs and Knobs.
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury or property damage, check skillet for loose handles after each use. Retighten loose
screws with appropriate tool, but do not overtighten. Over tightening can result in stripping of screw or cracking of
handle/leg or knobs.
screws with appropriate tool, but do not overtighten. Over tightening can result in stripping of screw or cracking of
handle/leg or knobs.
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In-the-Sink Cleaning.
1. Clean the non-stick interior surface of the skillet with hot soapy water, using a non-metal cleaning pad such as
Scrunge® Scrubber-Sponge, Dobie® or Scotch-Brite Cookware Scrub ‘n Sponge®. A dishcloth or sponge may give
the non-stick surface a clean look, but will not remove the tiny food particles that can settle in the finish. Do not use
metal scouring pads or harsh scouring powders.
the non-stick surface a clean look, but will not remove the tiny food particles that can settle in the finish. Do not use
metal scouring pads or harsh scouring powders.
2. Clean the exterior finish of the skillet with hot soapy water using a sponge or dishcloth. A non-metal cleaning pad
such as Scrunge® Scrubber-Sponge, Dobie® or Scotch-Brite Cookware Scrub ‘n Sponge® and/or a non-abrasive
cleanser such as Bon Ami® or Copper Glo® may be used if necessary. Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh
scouring powders.
cleanser such as Bon Ami® or Copper Glo® may be used if necessary. Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh
scouring powders.
3. Clean the non-coated aluminum underside of the skillet with a nylon or metal pad. A cleaning powder may also be
used if necessary.
4. Clean the skillet cover and rack, if included, with a sponge or dishcloth only. Do not use any type of scouring pad or
cleaning powder on glass or metal cover. The aluminum underside of the cover may discolor during use, which is
normal.
normal.
CAUTION: Do not use abrasive scouring pads or cleansers on glass cover as scratching can occur. Scratching can
weaken glass and cause breakage when used. Be careful not to drop glass cover or hit it sharply with cooking utensils.
5. After washing, always rinse the skillet, cover and rack thoroughly with clear hot water. Any detergent
left on the skillet or cover after cleaning can cause staining when the appliance is reheated. After
rinsing, dry parts, including terminal pins inside socket of skillet where heat control fits.
weaken glass and cause breakage when used. Be careful not to drop glass cover or hit it sharply with cooking utensils.
5. After washing, always rinse the skillet, cover and rack thoroughly with clear hot water. Any detergent
left on the skillet or cover after cleaning can cause staining when the appliance is reheated. After
rinsing, dry parts, including terminal pins inside socket of skillet where heat control fits.
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Dishwasher Cleaning.
The skillet (with heat control removed), cover and rack may be cleaned in an automatic dishwasher. However, the
underside of the skillet and the inside of cover (non-coated aluminum surfaces) will darken. This happens when minerals in
water and chemicals used in water purification are combined with detergent and the high heat of the drying cycle. Position
the skillet and cover in the dishwasher so they are not touching one another or other objects being washed. The non-stick
surface of the skillet must be reconditioned with cooking oil after each dishwasher cleaning.
underside of the skillet and the inside of cover (non-coated aluminum surfaces) will darken. This happens when minerals in
water and chemicals used in water purification are combined with detergent and the high heat of the drying cycle. Position
the skillet and cover in the dishwasher so they are not touching one another or other objects being washed. The non-stick
surface of the skillet must be reconditioned with cooking oil after each dishwasher cleaning.
SPECIAL CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
After consistent use, the non-stick surface may discolor. Minor stains are considered normal and do not affect the
performance of the skillet. Dark and widespread staining, however, which usually results from overheating and/or
improper cleaning, may lessen the effectiveness of the non-stick property. If staining occurs, treat with a commercial
cleaner for non-stick finishes such as Dip-It® coffee pot destainer. Dip-It® coffee pot destainer is available in most
grocery and department stores. Follow the package directions. If staining is quite severe, simmer longer or repeat cleaning.
(Do not use household bleach to clean the non-stick finish as it will permanently fade it.) After using the commercial
cleaner, wash skillet thoroughly, rinse and dry. Recondition the non-stick interior surface with a teaspoon of cooking oil
before using.
performance of the skillet. Dark and widespread staining, however, which usually results from overheating and/or
improper cleaning, may lessen the effectiveness of the non-stick property. If staining occurs, treat with a commercial
cleaner for non-stick finishes such as Dip-It® coffee pot destainer. Dip-It® coffee pot destainer is available in most
grocery and department stores. Follow the package directions. If staining is quite severe, simmer longer or repeat cleaning.
(Do not use household bleach to clean the non-stick finish as it will permanently fade it.) After using the commercial
cleaner, wash skillet thoroughly, rinse and dry. Recondition the non-stick interior surface with a teaspoon of cooking oil
before using.
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Removing a Mineral Film
A spotted white film may form on the non-stick surface. This is a buildup of minerals from water and is not a defect in the
finish. To remove, soak a soft cloth in lemon juice or vinegar and rub onto the finish. After cleaning, wash, rinse and dry.
Recondition the non-stick interior surface with a teaspoon of cooking oil before using.
finish. To remove, soak a soft cloth in lemon juice or vinegar and rub onto the finish. After cleaning, wash, rinse and dry.
Recondition the non-stick interior surface with a teaspoon of cooking oil before using.