Lal USE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS 32 Before initial use and after each use, hand wash with warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry. Earl 0 EEE EER EE WER GE REN HE coating on the pan and may dull the exterior of the pan. 3 Avoid high heat settings and use low to medium instead. This will help to preserve the nonstick coating surface. 2 Metal utensils, scouring pads and abrasive cleaners should all be avoided as it will damage the nonstick coating.