1) The manual says that the use of cast iron cookware is “not recommended”. It says not to use glass as it will scratch. It says porcelain-enamel cookeware “may” scratch the surface. All it says for cast-iron is not recommended. Do you use cast iron, does it scratch? My cast iron pans aren’t completely smooth.
2) Do you use the conditioner on the surface after you clean every time? Sometimes? Never?
3) Any other hints? Stories? Experiences?
This was a Christmas gift which is why I am completely clueless. I only found out I was getting it two days ago!
Bonno
April 13, 2010 at 4:51 am
CAST IRON TOO HEAVY & HARD – IF A BIG FRYING PAN SLIPS, GOODBYE $ 800.00 COOKTOP!
PORCELIAN & GLASS ARE AS HARD / HARDER THAT THE COOKING SURFACE MAY SCRATCH.
Stacey C
April 13, 2010 at 5:20 am
The cast iron pans are just too heavy to use on ceramic cook tops. You are risking a breakage if you drop one and that would be sad! As for the other kinds, I have used them all on my ceramic cook top and not had any problems. I would just be careful and not shake your pans back and forth on the surface of your cook top if you are concerned.
The conditioner/cleaner only really needs to be used when the surface is dirty. Clean up all spills ASAP so they don’t get cooked on and become really hard to remove. Our stove came with a scraper that has blade in it to remove tough spills.
Overall, these cook tops are a blessing. They give you a little extra counter space and are really easy to clean and care for. Once you get used to it you will like it a lot.
mhrhashemi
April 13, 2010 at 5:58 am
never use Iron cast objects on glass surfaces. scratches are not the only problem on glass. Iron cast things are usually heavy and may break the glass surface. pay attention to instructions carefully. there are many important notes on them