Before use:
- Fill the pot with boiling water to rinse and warm your pot. 
- Not for use on the stovetop. 
After Use:
- Allow teapot to cool completely after each use before cleaning. 
- Do no use soaps or detergents. 
- Avoid contact with salt/oils. 
- Do not leave water or tea in pot for extended period of time. 
- Rinse and clean thoroughly with warm water only. 
- Wipe the inside and outside dry with a clean cloth while the pot is still warm (not hot!) - Invert the pot to air dry before putting back infuser and lid. 
- Infuser can be cleaned with or without soapy water. 
