
Chef
anks for purchasing our
ChefElect™ 5½ Qt Cast Iron
Dutch Oven. is cookware is
manufactured and inspected to
ensure the highest quality. is
cookware is guaranteed to be free
from defects in materials under
normal household use for the
lifetime of the cookware.
is warranty promises the original
purchaser, replacement of any
defective part or item during the
guarantee period.
is warranty excludes damage
caused by accident, overheating,
misuse, abuse or commercial
uses. Scratches, stains, chips,
discoloration, or damage caused
from the use of an automatic
dishwasher are not covered by this
guarantee.
Shipping and handling charges may
apply.
Any questions please
contact us at:
TDC USA Inc.
14 Madison Rd.
Fairfield, NJ, 07004
Tel: 1-800-599-8898
Hours: 9 am - 5 pm EST
www.tdcusainc.com
Handles on this dutch oven will get
hot. Always use a pot holder or oven
mitt.
Do not leave the dutch oven
unattended while in use.
Do not heat an empty dutch oven or
covered casserole. Always cook with
a small amount of liquid inside the
dutch oven.
Use cooking oil or spray for better
cooking and easier cleaning.
Do not place the dutch oven on an
unprotected countertop or table. Use
a place mat or pot holder.
While in use, avoid filling liquids
to the top of the dutch oven. is is
to avoid hot contents from spilling
while cooking or transporting.
Lifetime Limited Warranty
Important Safety, Use & Care Information
Please read this information below before you use your cookware.
Before Your First Use
• Wash the dutch oven under warm
water with a mild dishwashing detergent
using a soft sponge or dishcloth. Rinse
and dry thoroughly.
Oven use
• Always use potholders when removing
cookware from the oven. is cookware
is oven safe to 450 °F
Stovetop
• Adjust the gas ame so that it does
not extend up to the sides of the dutch
oven. is may permanently damage the
cookware and cause the handles to get
very hot. Position the dutch oven so that
handles are not over other burners.
Temperature Extremes
• To minimize sudden changes in
temperature that can cause the cookware
to warp, always heat gradually and DO
NOT directly pour cold liquids into the
cookware while heating.
Utensils
• ONLY use wood, nylon, and silicone
tools. Do not use sharp metal utensils as
they can damage the enamel coating.
Motion/Transport
• Avoid sliding or dragging the cookware
over the surface of your stovetop. Always
lift the cookware across the cooking
surface when moving. Do not slide
across or drop on glass top ranges. is
will cause scratches and damages to the
glass.
Microwave
• Do not use this cookware in the
microwave.
Loose Handles
• Periodically, check the knob on the
cover to make sure it is not loose.
Tighten the screw if needed. Use caution.
Storage
• To help avoid scratches to this dutch
oven, place paper towels between the pot
and the lid when storing.
Cleaning Instructions
• DO NOT use this cookware in the
dishwasher.
• After each use, wash the cookware
thoroughly with mild detergent and
warm water.
• Dry thoroughly using a dishcloth.
• Make sure the cookware is completely
dry before storing.
• To remove stains on your cookware,
soak the dutch oven in hot soapy water
and scrub with a plastic scourer ONLY.
DO NOT use steel wool or any coarse
abrasive scouring pad.
Use & Care
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