Is it safe to use on electric range? Will the direct heat from the coil burn the contents(like it does in my stainless steel sauce pan)? TIA..
136819
I find "ALL" pots burn to some degree if the contents are starchy. You will need to stir occasionally to avoid any burning, even though it is non-stick. Even in my slo-cooker starchy foods burn that are in direct contact with the pan bottom. Phil
136820
I've never used it on electric but I have used it on a flat glass top and a gas top and both seem to be fine.
136821
Yes , I have an electric range and the pan contents does not burn. It is safe.
136822
I use all my pans on my electric stove and have not had any problems with burning.
176635
While this unit is VERY heavy duty, I would not want to use it for such a high heat appliance such as a range oven. The power usage of that type of unit might cause the unit's circuit breaker to trip continuously, or, even more dangerously, overheat itself and short-circuit. That type of conversion for a range would require an industrial converter. This is not one of those.
17264
I use mine only to brew beer outside on a gas burner, My burner is like one that is used on a turkey oil cooker. I don't think it would fit real good on am electric burner on a range top due to it's large size. But since it does have a clad bottom the heat should transfer well anyway. To see how it would fit cut you a string Half the width of the pot. With your burner cool to the touch and off. Hold one end of the string in the center of the burner, Pivot the other end of the string around the burner in a circle motion. This will show you how much the pot will over hang your burner or if it will even fit on your range top. You would want to center the pot on the burner for best results.
2253025
I threw mine away. Very unsafe. The nonstick surface is anything but, and the coil is exposed on the bottom of the pan which can cause serious burns. Send it back.
61668
I also have electric, and once you get your temperature adjusted it works just fine. It's just a little trickier adjusting the temp with electric because, at least with my stove, the heat switches are staged rather than infinite. Short answer? I got good results with electric.
1440729
Sure. I have a great friend who owns a restaurant and he uses these for cooking sauces all the time. Obviously you have to be careful with any fire inside and I wouldn't use it for space heating, but cooking during a power outage, perfect.
1609904
I've used it on an electrical coil style stove top. It works, but I could tell there were some initial cold spots. After waiting the colder region got hot enough to work fine. It just takes a bit longer to warm up all the way through. NOTE: It is cast iron...you can't just crank up the stove to heat up the pan....it HAS TO BE done slow...the electrical coils only transfer heat at their contact points and if you crank it up...the contact points will get hot while other portions of the pan will be cold and cast iron will warp.
1263746
I can't give you an answer from experience since I have a gas stove, but here's my best guess. As I recall, the "depressions" do not actually sit as low as the bottom of the pan, so they would most likely not be in direct contact with the heating surface on a glass top electric range. They may not be a bad thing since you reduce the risk of burning them, but I don't know if the pan will get enough heat that way. Good luck.
1756535
I have used it with high heat on an electric range with on problems so far yes. I returned a cuisinart pot of similar cost that warped on the bottom after one use for this pot.
1934723
I don't know. It works safely, and well, on a regular coil element style electric range. I don't see any reason why you couldn't use it on glass. It might be best to check with your stove's manufacturer.
1121404
I have a glass top electric and yes it works perfect on that surface. I really don't see why you couldn't use on electric coils. I use my Fino pot every day and absolutely love it.
1927771
Totally not a good idea. It is a powder and will fall through the screen and coat the heating coils and possibly the drive motor works. At best causing the coils to burn out or even start a fire. I keep mine in a big salt shaker and it is good sprinkled on afterward in the bowl.
21417
That's probably ok. I ended up ruining mine be repeatedly heating it without anything in it (I kept getting the burner knobs mixed up). Eventually the enamel coating popped off the iron core. So there is some temperature sensitivity in the enamel coating. Granted, I was stupid. I should have been more careful. :(
989918
Noreen, this is not electric. I have used it on the grill or open fire. I take it camping, the back yard, the kitchen, you name it. If it is hot, if it has coals, I can cook with it. Noreen, I suggest you go on line and look at the site, http://www.cancooker.com/ all your questions will be answered there. Noreen, I use it a lot. But I am also a huge fan of the cast iron camp fire cooking pans. I think a lot of it has to do with being different and having a great meal to share. Please, make sure this is what you want before you purchase. Like I said, I use it and I love it.
1836204
I agree with previous response. The smallest sauce pan does not work on our induction surface for some unknown reason. I think the burner does not "sense" enough ferrous material. The rest of the induction pans work great especially for the price.Steve
1844110
Just noticed the list from mfg in the description. It says USE WITH ELECTRIC STOVES. Ask the mfg for a photo of the bottom of the pot and again, ask if it could be used on a conduction heat electric surface. Good Luck. Stainless Steel2.5 literSturdy stainess steel, use with electric stovesPlastic handle will not get hotTapered handle for easy pouring!
1758059
I have use it on my gas range with no problem. This pot heats evenly and quickly. I use it for Soups and Gravies... Hope this helps.