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Cleaning a traditional cooktop with burners can take quite a bit of strength, and more than a little ingenuity to take the components apart, clean and then reassemble. An induction cooktop simplifies the process with a single surface for cooking―no separate parts so cleaning can be easy. However, special care must be taken to avoid scratching or otherwise marring the ceramic glass surface.

Wolf's video, Electric and Induction Cleaning & Care, offers the following guidelines that apply to any ceramic glass cooktop. The cooking surface should be cleaned before using for the first time. Use a damp cloth, not a sponge, and wipe the surface clean with one teaspoon of non-abrasive cleaner. Use a second dry cloth to remove any residue or moisture. Repeat this process after each use.

Drips and spills are inevitable. Once cool, wipe a spill with a damp cloth. If the spill has hardened and does not wipe off easily, Wolf recommends using a razor blade to lift the spill from the surface.

Critical don'ts: Do not use a sponge, use a dish cloth instead. No harsh cleaners that contain ammonia or bleach, or any abrasive ingredients.

Induction cooktops by Wolf, Electrolux, Thermador and GE are available through Fine Lines. For more information about induction cooking, try The Science of Induction Cooking in the hhgregg Learning Center.