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KitchenAid - 36" Built-In Electric Cooktop with 5 Elements and Knob Controls - Black

Model: KCES556HBL
SKU: 6303947
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Specifications
  • Product Height
    5 1/4 inches
    Product Width
    36 5/8 inches
    Product Depth
    22 13/16 inches
    Cooktop Surface Type
    Smoothtop
    Number of Elements
    5
    App Compatible
    Yes
  • Key Specs
    • Product Height: 5 1/4 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 36 5/8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 22 13/16 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Cooktop Surface Type: Smoothtop (On electric cooktops, coil elements are typically more durable and tend to provide more evenly conducted heat than smoothtops. However, smoothtops may be easier to clean and have a distinctive streamlined appearance.)
    • Number of Elements: 5
    • App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
    • Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
  • General
    • Brand: KitchenAid
    • Model Number: KCES556HBL
    • Product Name: 36" Built-In Electric Cooktop with 5 Elements and Knob Controls
    • Color: Black
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 5 1/4 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 36 5/8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 22 13/16 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Standardized Width: 36 inches (An approximated measurement (exact width may differ slightly) determined by the manufacturer in accordance with industry standards. Standardized sizes are intended to assist consumers when purchasing appliances and planning for installation.)
    • Product Weight: 44 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Cut-Out Dimensions
    • Cut-Out Height: 5 1/4 inches (Minimum required height of the installation location for a standard installation of the product. This measurement will help you determine if the appliance will fit into the desired space and have the clearance necessary for proper operational use. Please refer to the manufacturer’s installation documentation for detailed measurement requirements.)
    • Cut-Out Width: 35 4/7 inches (Minimum required width of the installation location for a standard installation of the product. This measurement will help you determine if the appliance will fit into the desired space and have the clearance necessary for proper operational use. Please refer to the manufacturer’s installation documentation for detailed measurement requirements.)
    • Cut-Out Depth: 20 4/7 inches (Minimum required depth of the installation location for a standard installation of the product. This measurement will help you determine if the appliance will fit into the desired space and have the clearance necessary for proper operational use. Please refer to the manufacturer’s installation documentation for detailed measurement requirements.)
  • Features
    • Downdraft Ventilation: false (This ventilation system, typically integrated right into the cooktop, pulls smoke and fumes downward in order to ventilate them away from the cooking area. If a range hood is not an option due to your cooktop location or you need more cabinet space above the cooking surface, downdraft ventilation will save space while ensuring smoke and odors are still being ventilated.)
    • Installs Over Built-In Oven: true
    • Control Type: Analog
    • Control Location: Top
    • Digital Display: false
    • Power-On Indicator Light(s): true
    • Fingerprint Resistant: false
    • Hot Surface Indicator(s): true (Visual indicators turn on when the cooktop surface is hot and remain on until it is cooled, acting as a convenient safety reminder.)
    • Form Factor: Cooktop (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
    • Portable: false
    • Wireless Connectivity: None (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
  • Cooktop Features
    • Induction: false (Induction cooktops use magnetic currents to heat compatible cookware directly instead of warming the cooktop itself, which can allow for faster and more efficient cooking. There is also an added safety benefit because the surface begins to cool when cookware is removed.)
    • Cooktop Surface Type: Smoothtop (On electric cooktops, coil elements are typically more durable and tend to provide more evenly conducted heat than smoothtops. However, smoothtops may be easier to clean and have a distinctive streamlined appearance.)
    • Cooktop Surface Material: Glass
    • Number of Cooking Zones: 5
    • Number of Elements: 5
    • Bridge Element: false (This feature is an additional heating element located between two individual burners. When this is enabled, the individual burners and the bridge element act as one connected cooktop. This equal heat distribution on the cooktop surface helps accommodate larger cookware, such as roaster pans or griddles.)
    • Specialty Element(s): No
    • Expandable Element: false (Accommodate large cookware and ensure even heat distribution with this feature, which allows more surface area for the individual heating element.)
  • Included
    • Power Cord Included: false (Connects your product to an electrical outlet, allowing for immediate use (provided that other installation requirements are met).)
    • Griddle Included: false
  • Power
    • Auto Shut-Off: false (Feature automatically turns off the product.)
    • Cooktop Power Source: Electric
  • Element Wattage
    • Element 1 Wattage: 1800 watts
    • Element 2 Wattage: 1300 watts
    • Element 3 Wattage: 3000 watts
    • Element 4 Wattage: 3200 watts
    • Element 5 Wattage: 1200 watts
  • Electrical Specification
    • Wattage: 3200 watts (Measurement of electrical power.)
    • Amperage: 40 amperes (Strength of electrical current.)
    • Voltage: 240 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ADA Compliant: true (Meets standards set by the Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design)
    • Chemical Disclosures: This product may contain one or more regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances or PFAS. Mandatory reporting is not required until January 1, 2025.  Whirlpool Corporation is in the process of gathering more information on PFAS use across our supplier base, and will update this disclosure as we learn more. For more information about chemicals in this product, visit www.kitchenaid.com/regulatory. [Este producto puede contener una o más sustancias perfluoroalquilo y polifluoroalquilo reguladas o PFAS. No se requieren informes obligatorios hasta el 1 de enero de 2025. Whirlpool Corporation está en el proceso de recopilar más información sobre el uso de PFAS en nuestra base de proveedores y actualizará esta divulgación a medida que sepamos más. Para obtener más información sobre los químicos en este producto, visite www.kitchenaid.com/regulatory.] (The disclosure of Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) and/or other chemicals.)
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
  • Compatibility
    • App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
    • Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 883049472911

This 36" electric cooktop combines timeless style with the performance of five radiant elements, including a 10'' Even-Heat Ultra Power Element with Simmer Setting, a 6'' Even-Heat Elements with Melt Setting, and a 12''/9''/6'' Triple-Ring Round Element that maximizes your flexibility with three distinct rings that allow for element selection based on cookware size.

  • 10'' Even-Heat™ Ultra Power™ Element with Simmer Setting: Provides greater versatility for high and low temperature cooking techniques. Even-Heat™ Technology maintains a constant supply of power and delivers a range of simmer settings.
  • 6'' Even-Heat™ Element with Melt Setting: Combines the benefits of Even-Heat™ Technology with a dedicated setting that reaches the low temperatures needed to melt chocolate or butter without scorching.
  • 12''/9''/6'' Triple-Ring Round Element: Maximizes your flexibility with three distinct sizes that allow for element selection based on cookware size.
  • Two 6'' 1200-Watt Round Elements: Can reach a power output of up to 1200-watts to handle your daily cooking needs.
  • Hot Surface Indicator: Protects you by providing a visual indication if a cooking surface is on or still hot, so you can create with confidence.
  • Metal Control Knobs: Substantial, professionally-inspired stainless steel knobs easily adjust the cooktop's elements through an infinite number of heat settings, offering responsiveness and flexibility in control.
  • Control Lock: Disables cooking mode for easy cleaning when not in use.
  • 10'' Even-Heat™ Ultra Power™ Element with Simmer Setting: Provides greater versatility for high and low temperature cooking techniques. Even-Heat™ Technology maintains a constant supply of power and delivers a range of simmer settings.
  • 6'' Even-Heat™ Element with Melt Setting: Combines the benefits of Even-Heat™ Technology with a dedicated setting that reaches the low temperatures needed to melt chocolate or butter without scorching.
  • 12''/9''/6'' Triple-Ring Round Element: Maximizes your flexibility with three distinct sizes that allow for element selection based on cookware size.
  • Two 6'' 1200-Watt Round Elements: Can reach a power output of up to 1200-watts to handle your daily cooking needs.
  • Hot Surface Indicator: Protects you by providing a visual indication if a cooking surface is on or still hot, so you can create with confidence.
  • Metal Control Knobs: Substantial, professionally-inspired stainless steel knobs easily adjust the cooktop's elements through an infinite number of heat settings, offering responsiveness and flexibility in control.
  • Control Lock: Disables cooking mode for easy cleaning when not in use.
Whats Included
  • KitchenAid 36" Built-In Electric Cooktop
  • Owner's manual
  • KitchenAid 36" Built-In Electric Cooktop
  • Owner's manual

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Q: How to properly clean it ?

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Customers have good things to say about the 36" Built-In Electric Cooktop, particularly its ease of cleaning and appealing appearance. Many customers appreciate the variety of burner sizes available. Several customers also expressed satisfaction with the product's quality and overall looks.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very good cooktop for the money

    The cooktop is great in every way, but two. The first thing that annoys me is the electrical hum it makes while on. The second is the seal tape provided by the manufacturer is a joke. The important part is that it cooks well.

    Posted by ToughGeek

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kitchenaid cooktop

    Love my new Kitchenaid cooktop. Heats up very fast and evenly. Looks great against my new countertops. Easy to clean and maintain.

    Posted by TravisF

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