Do you have to use special pans?
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The pan has to be magnetic. If a magnet sticks to the bottom of your pan it will probably work. Pure aluminum and pure stainless steel pans will not work. Most pans that will work on induction cookers will have "induction suitable" stamped on them somewhere. I bought a Circulon Symmetry pan and it works great. Here's a link for Amazon's Circulon line... http://www.amazon.com/b/ref=sr_1_2_acs_h_1i_2587293011&node;=2587293011?ie=UTF8&qid;=1399943788&sr;=8-2-acs
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All but one of my pans worked. The one was a aluminum pan so it must be magnetic.
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The pan has to be magnetic. If a magnet sticks to the bottom of your pan it will probably work. Pure aluminum and pure stainless steel pans will not work. Most pans that will work on induction cookers will have "induction suitable" stamped on them somewhere. I bought a Circulon Symmetry pan and it works great. Here's a link for Amazon's Circulon line...
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If you want a good understanding of stainless and magnetic properties, go to:http://www.pencomsf.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/TB_MAG_SS.pdf
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I do not use the special "bake non stick" dorections. I use the standard baking instructions and have never had a problem. I hope this helps.
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Yes, although you would put a little more than usual in each pan. Best just to give it a go.
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Yes. there is no difference in these pans and other bakeware, except the size. These are smaller.
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To the best of my knowledge, you can use any oven proof pan as long as you have air circulation around the entire pan. Place pan on the lower bottom rack for best results.
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Initially, yes, you can. However over time (beyond 6 mo maybe?) you will need just a little oil, such as putting a little on a paper towel and wiping bottom of pan with it. I love these pans though!
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You can, but you don't need to. Once the pan is seasoned, simple hot water will do fine.
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In my opinion you can use stainless, wood or silicone utensils with a SS pan. When using metal utensils try to avoid scratching the cooking surface however.
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Yes, pans must be induction capable. New pots and pans that are induction compatible will have an icon on the packaging that indicates this.
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I always use some just out of habit and since it makes things slightly easier. But not really. Stuff just slides off of the pan.
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Yes, you need metal pans that can induce the heating element on the PIC. I recommend cast iron.
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The pans just have AIRBAKE on them, but from what I remember they were Tfal. I must confess I haven't used them yet as I am saving them for Hot Cross Bun season-the only thing I will use them for, as they don't over brown the bottoms. .at least my old ones didin't. Guess I should check them out!! Hope this helps.
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yes they need not to be seasoned!!! my advise to you is to use cooking spray on pans before each use. helps with clean up.
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If you are using a cast iron skillet, yes. If you are using a ceramic or coated skillet, use a hard plastic one.
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Yes, you can use stainless utensils. Obviously, don't be crazy about it. These are beautiful pans to cook with. To maintain the fantastic even heating be particular about keeping them clean inside AND out.
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Some lids for the pots and pans. Yes you need to oil them or non stick especially with high heat.
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Sharon:There should be no need to use cooking spray on the pans. Use butter, perhaps. You should also check the website and try to find the exact pan you have. they have the most up-to-date information. If you can't find the answer yourself, I'd invest the time to give the customer service number a call. If you still have the wrappers around the pans, read this carefully. A lot of information is spelled out regarding use and proper care. I hope this helps. If not, please ask again.All the best!Helen