Browse Forums Kitchen Appliances 1 Dec 25, 2010 9:04 pm Hi we have just moved into new house a few days ago and used the induction cooktop once. I've noticed there is a mark on the cooktop that I 've used only once - a ring like mark where the pan was sitting. It still persisted despite wiping the surface with a wet cloth or with Ajax. What am I doing wrong? I thought the induction is supposed to be easier to clean. Re: Cleaning Induction cooktops 3Dec 26, 2010 9:40 pm There is essentially no difference in a cooking stain on an induction cook top to that on any other cooking surface except that on other cooking surfaces the stain will most likely not be seen because it has been burnt or charred off. With the induction cook top there is no where for any spillage (or other kitchen type cooking material adhering to the bottom of the pot) to go except to remain caught between the cook top and the pot and so it stays sort of semi burnt on and obvious. I have also used Ajax but left it on the mark to soak for a while to let it do its thing - which was indeed effective in removing the mark. Siemens also supply with their induction tops a razor blade scraping device but I have had not had the need to use this thing yet. Re: Cleaning Induction cooktops 4Dec 27, 2010 9:27 am barkly There is essentially no difference in a cooking stain on an induction cook top to that on any other cooking surface except that on other cooking surfaces the stain will most likely not be seen because it has been burnt or charred off. With the induction cook top there is no where for any spillage (or other kitchen type cooking material adhering to the bottom of the pot) to go except to remain caught between the cook top and the pot and so it stays sort of semi burnt on and obvious. I have also used Ajax but left it on the mark to soak for a while to let it do its thing - which was indeed effective in removing the mark. Siemens also supply with their induction tops a razor blade scraping device but I have had not had the need to use this thing yet. I try leaving Ajax on for a while but the "stain" is still present. Actually having a look today it looks as if the glazing over this area is off rather than a stain - it has some sort of bluish hue to it (hard to explain). Has anyone had this? It's the holiday season and I might have to wait for a few weeks before Miele returns from holidays. Re: Cleaning Induction cooktops 5Dec 27, 2010 10:06 am I have ceramic cook top (15 years)I use cooktop magic from suppermarket.Barkly is correct in that spillage has no where to go,if you don't wipe spills up it then burns.I got a scraper with mind from Clive Peters,not sure if you can use it on Induction. Re: Cleaning Induction cooktops 6Dec 30, 2010 1:11 pm I use a brand called cerapol (available in the supermarket) on my induction cooktop. I then use ceraseal after I've cleaned the cooktop as this is a procter and seals and protects the cooktop and makes it super shiny too. ETA - I would be a careful using ajax and jiff as my manual says not to use these products and to avoid scrubbing with scouriers etc. Re: Cleaning Induction cooktops 7Dec 30, 2010 1:30 pm I agree with n&n02 re abrasive cleaners . Don't use them! THey will scratch your glass surface Get the commercial cleaner mentioned, from BigW or a supermarket & invest in a scraper (like a stanley blade within a handle). Wipe up spills IMMEDIATELY & use the scraper for stubborn cooked-on spills. EDIT : Weren't you supposed to get a scraper with your new induction cooktop ? Contact the manufacturer to find out & if it's missing, get in touch with your installer. Maybe it's been 'lifted'. Built the Eden Brae Cambridge 34 Family with Boston Corner Facade Re: Cleaning Induction cooktops 8Mar 30, 2011 7:18 pm My cooktop has the "k" glass, and after 3 weeks of light usage, had a sausepan overflow and baked on. After cleaning with scraper and cerapol, has some light scratches that will not buff out with cerapol. Any other cleaners out there? What else will remove scuff marks from glass? Brasso any good for this? Re: Cleaning Induction cooktops 10Mar 30, 2011 7:59 pm ladies the best thing to use is any product that de solves the grease and break down the fats( Spray and wipe). These products usually leave more smugges and marks. You then need to use a glass cleaner or polisher. If there are still marks that dont come out then you use some of the product like cerapol mentioned above after using the product to desolve fat. Re: Cleaning Induction cooktops 11Apr 03, 2011 10:56 am B STAR If there are still marks that dont come out then you use some of the product like cerapol mentioned above after using the product to desolve fat. Cerapol is good but not getting my marks out. Need something more powerful to get marks out. No, I even have sections of narrowness where the tiles won't slide up any further. When I manage some spare time, I might play around with the first DIY part of my… 7 4936 |