Thank you for choosing a Le Creuset Enamel on Steel product. 

Please read this information before using your new stockpot or teakettle for the first time, as it will help you care for your product and achieve the best possible cooking results. 

Teakettles

As with all metal surfaces in contact with high temperatures, please take caution when handling Le Creuset Teakettles heated on the stove.  Le Creuset proudly uses high heat resistant plastic on our handles and whistles; however, we encourage you to use an oven mitt or silicone Cool Tool™ to avoid any burn or injury from heat or hot steam. 

• Before first use – Remove all packaging and labels.  Wash teakettle in hot water with a mild detergent; rinse well and dry thoroughly.  Make sure that handle is secured in the locked position.

• When filling the teakettle with water, only fill water above the first layer of holes on the spout (see diagram on box for more information).

• For efficient and safe boiling, always use a similar size burner as the base size of the teakettle.

• Do not bang stockpot or teakettle down onto stove’ surface or work surface.  Repeated banging may damage the exterior enamel.

• Do not place the teakettle on the heat source without having water in the kettle.  Never leave teakettle simmering for long periods on any heat source; it may boil dry which can result in damage to the base and enamel.

• Do not leave water standing in stockpot or teakettle when product is not in use.  A buildup of scale may occur and reduce efficiency.

• Before pouring from your teakettle, remove teakettle from burner and ensure handle is "locked" in upright position. 

• Use teakettle on stovetop only.  Never place teakettle in the oven, microwave or dishwasher.

• To clean, simply hand wash the teakettle with hot soapy water, and dry thoroughly.

• Le Creuset Teakettles can be used with most cook top types.

• Avoid banging teakettle down onto stove’s surface or work surface.  Repeated banging may damage the exterior enamel.

Stockpots

Le Creuset Stockpots should only be used on the stove top.  They should not be used in the oven, microwave or dishwasher.  When cooking with your stockpot please use oven mitts or silicone Cool Tools™ as the handles may get hot during use.

• Before first use – Remove all packaging and labels.  Wash stockpot in hot water with a mild detergent; rinse well and dry thoroughly. 

• Do not submerge stockpots in water – the water may become trapped inside vessel and can lead to rusting.

• Do not leave water standing in stockpot or teakettle when product is not in use.  A buildup of scale may occur and reduce efficiency.

• Avoid forcefully placing stockpot down onto stove’ surface or work surface.  Repeated banging may damage the exterior enamel.

• For efficient and safe boiling, always use a similar size burner as the base size of the stockpot.

• Le Creuset Stockpots can be used with all cook top types, including induction.

• Do not place stockpot on the heat source without having water in the pot.  Do not allow stockpot to boil dry.  

• To clean, simply wash the interior and exterior of stockpot with soap and water and dry thoroughly.