Before first use wash the pots with dish detergent and warm water and dry thoroughly. Before cleaning, ensure cookware has completely cooled. Placing hot pots or pans into water may cause deformation. Stainless steel cookware is designed to resist food stains and discoloration when used on low heat. To remove stubborn stains, rub the area with a non-abrasive cleaner. This set is dishwasher safe; water spots may remain if dried at high temperature, so it is recommended to remove items from the dishwasher before the drying cycle starts and dry with a kitchen towel. Pots