Ceramic cook tops have become an integral part of the cooking range in the modern kitchen. But do you think you know all about the things you are using. If no, then you would probably like to read further, if yes even then you might want to read just in case you have missed something. There are many features of these cook tops that make them a pleasure to use. But there is a checklist you must adhere to before using ceramic cook tops:
Use: The flat surface of the cook top gives you an ease on sliding your utensil across the surface, from one burner to another. But make sure that you don't damage the beautiful looking surface while doing so.
Utensils: Use flat bottomed utensils for cooking which have a heavy and smooth base. If the cookware does not have a flat bottom, it might interfere with you cooking and a rough bottom might damage the surface of the cook top.
Keep away: Keep away the heavy and sharp objects from cook top. If you drop them on the surface by mistake, you might end up losing your cook top because the glass may be tough but it can break.
Burners: Some cook tops offer dual-burner that helps you in using two different temperature controls in a single burner. It also helps you in saving unneeded effort and much needed energy. Some also offer bridge burner that facilitates cooking on griddle. You must also look for warming zone that has low watt heating that helps in keeping the food warm.
Controls: If the cook top has touch pads, it should have a good usable size and must be at a well distance. If they have knobs, they should be easy to grip and well-sealed. The symbols used must be easy to read. The controls should be placed where your hands remain safe from the heating elements while using them. It is best if they are on the sides, easily reachable to you and at a safe distance from kids.
Residual heat light: It is important that your cook top has residual heat light which indicates that the element is still hot. It is hard to figure out since the elements lose colour quickly once the heat supply is turned off. But it doesn't cool off easily. This makes the residual heat light an important element. Moreover, it must be at a place where it is visible even after several pots are on the surface.
Cleaning: Ease of cleaning is an important feature for any kind of cook top. Ceramic cook tops should be cleaned with a mild cleaning liquid and scrapper made especially for cleaning these cook tops. Other strong abrasive cleaner might damage the surface.
Spills: You must immediately clean the sugary and sticky spills, if left they might get stubborn. You must always be careful while cleaning the hot surface.
Heat capacity: These cook top use wattage. The largest burner is about 9" in diameter and the hottest have 2500 watts of energy. Ideally the cook top should range between 1.2 KW to 2.2 KW.
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