Why does my nonstick cookware have an odor?
When used properly, it is very uncommon for nonstick cookware to develop an odor. If you do begin to notice an odor on your nonstick cookware, it may be due to one of the following reasons:
* Cooking on too high of heat, which can damage cookware's nonstick coating, increasing the likelyhood that will stick and burn—and therefore emit an unusual odor. Leaving cookware on a hot stove can also damage it or any nonstick coating and potentially emit an odor.
* Cooking with aerosol cooking sprays, which contain propellents and other additives that can create a film on your pan overtime and damage the nonstick coating. This type of damage may cause an odor to occur.
* Cooking with food that emits strong odors, such as onions, garlic, and some spices, may leave a lingering residue on your cookware, which can smell during subsequent use. To remove such food residue, we recomend boiling a mixture of two parts water one part vinegar in your pan on medium heat for 5–10 minutes. Let it stand until cooled, and then wash with warm, soapy water and a soft nylon brush. Then, rinse and dry. You can also try rubbing the cookware with lemon juice or vinegar (both of which are known to cut through odor), then wash, rinse, and towel dry.
For best results, always follow your product's use & care guidelines.