KitchenAid - 36 in. Wide 5 burners Built-In Gas Cooktop - Stainless Steel
Model: KCGS956ESS
SKU: 8636652
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- Key Specs
- Color Finish: Stainless steel
- Product Height: 3 11/16 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 1/4 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: 21 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: Grate (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 Burners: 5
- App Compatible: false (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: KCGS956ESS
- Product Name: 36 in. Wide 5 burners Built-In Gas Cooktop
- Color: Stainless Steel
- Color Finish: Stainless steel
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 3 11/16 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 1/4 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: 21 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: 69 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 5/8 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: 19 13/16 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
- Fingerprint Resistant: false
- Hot Surface Indicator(s): false (Visual indicators turn on when the cooktop surface is hot and remain on until it is cooled, acting as a convenient safety reminder.)
- Child Lock: false (Setting that allows appliance to be temporarily locked to prevent use.)
- 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.)
- Gas Type: Natural gas
- Cooktop Features
- Cooktop Surface Type: Grate (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: Stainless steel
- Number of Cooking Zones: 5
- Number of Burners: 5
- Sealed Burners: true (A cap covers the internal components of the burner to prevent food spilling into the flame or under the cooktop, allowing for easier cleaning.)
- Specialty Burner(s): Simmer (Do more with your cooktop with burners designed for specific cooking needs and precise control. For example, simmer burners provide consistent, low-temperature heat for melting delicate foods or simmering sauces, while power burners provide high cooking power for quick boiling, searing, or stir-fry cooking.)
- Grate Type: Continuous (Continuous grates allow cookware to be slid from burner to burner, while individual grates require the pot or pan to be lifted when moving around the cooktop.)
- Grate Material: Cast iron
- Dishwasher-Safe Grates: true (Cooktop grates are safe to be washed in a dishwasher if they are treated with a special coating that withstands the high heat, water pressure, and detergent used in a standard wash cycle.)
- 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
- Burner Rating
- Burner 1 Rating: 20000 british thermal units (An average home cooktop burner gives off about 7,000 BTUs of heating power. Burners with higher BTU ratings are better suited for searing or stir-fry cooking, while lower burner ratings are ideal for simmering.)
- Burner 2 Rating: 12000 british thermal units
- Burner 3 Rating: 6000 british thermal units
- Burner 4 Rating: 10000 british thermal units
- Burner 5 Rating: 7000 british thermal units
- Total Maximum BTU Rating: 55000 (The total amount of gas, measured in British Thermal Units (BTU), used by the appliance when operating at its maximum output.)
- Power
- Cooktop Power Source: Gas
- Ignition Type: Electric
- Propane (LP) Convertible: true
- Propane Conversion Kit Included: true
- Propane Kit Model Compatibility: W10676662
- Gas Regulator Inlet Thread Size: 1/2 inch (The internal (female) thread size of the gas inlet connection on the appliance’s gas regulator. Note: this is not referring to the gas line size requirement.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ADA Compliant: true (Meets standards set by the Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design)
- Product Safety Certifications and Standard(s): UL Listed (Lists the applicable certifications and/or standards, as stated by the manufacturer, in which the product has met the requirements for the assurance of quality and safety.)
- 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.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
- Compatibility
- App Compatible: false (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: 883049330402
Five burners and a removable griddle give this 36-inch gas cooktop the power and versatility challenging recipes demand. The 20,000 BTU Professional Dual Ring Burner is among the most powerful in the industry, and our innovative Even-Heat Torch Burner provides even coverage to ensure proper heating without scorching. Multi-Finish Knobs and the scratch-resistant CookShield Finish help protect the surface against stains that may occur with high-temperature cooking.
- 10,000 BTU Even-Heat Torch Burner: Features an exclusive design that provides a small flame for delicate simmering and a larger one that distributes high heat across the whole pan for more even cooking.
- 20,000 BTU Professional Dual Ring Burner: 20,000 BTU Professional Dual Ring Burner for simmering or boiling
- Removable Griddle Included: Provides a one-piece flat surface that can be used on the right, left, or center of the cooktop surface, and is ideal for making a range of dishes from crepes to quesadillas.
- CookShield Finish: Protects the cooktop from stains that may occur with high temperature cooking. The permanent finish makes it easy to wipe clean without harsh chemicals so it looks clean, bright and beautiful even longer. (Compared to cooktops untreated with KitchenAid CookShield Finish)
- Multi-Finish Back-Lit Knobs: Deliver a beautiful accent with pleasant LED lights that let you know when the burner is in use.
- 6,000 BTU Even-Heat Simmer Burner: A diffuser plate allows more control of the flame at the lowest setting, for more precise simmering and melting.
- Electronic Ignition and Automatic Reignition: Electronic Ignition and Automatic Reignition automatically lights burners.
- Full-Width Cast-Iron Grates: Enhance the beautiful look of the cooktop and allow easy movement of cookware around the entire cooking surface.
- LP Conversion Kit: Allows you to convert the cooktop so it can be used with LP gas.
Whats Included
- Griddle
- KitchenAid 36" Built-In Gas Cooktop
- LP conversion kit
- Owner's manual
Q: How does the CookShield Finish benefit this cooktop?
A: The CookShield Finish helps to protect the cooktop surface from stains that can happen with high-temperature cooking, making it easier to clean.
Q: What is the BTU rating of the most powerful burner on this gas cooktop?
A: The most powerful burner on this gas cooktop is the 20,000 BTU Professional Dual Ring Burner.
Q: Can this cooktop be used with propane gas?
A: Yes, this cooktop is convertible to propane gas and includes an LP conversion kit.
Q: Are the grates on this cooktop dishwasher safe?
A: Yes, the cast-iron grates on this cooktop are dishwasher safe.
Q: Does this cooktop come with a griddle?
A: Yes, this cooktop includes a removable griddle.
Q: How many burners does this gas cooktop have?
A: This gas cooktop has five burners in total.
Q: What's the difference between kitchenaid 36 inch gas cooktops models 956ESS and 556ES?
A: Hello Sandy! These would be the things that KCGS956ESS has that KCGS556ESS does not: 10K BTU Even-Heat™ Torch Burner, Automatic Reignition, Multi-Finish Back-Lit Knobs, Removable Griddle Included, Heating Element On Indicator Light.
A: Hello hi! The body is stainless steel. The burners are replaceable parts. We hope this helps.
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