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Whirlpool - 30 in. Wide 5 element Built-In Electric Cooktop with FlexHeat Dual Radiant Element - Black

Model: WCE97US0KB
SKU: 6499684
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About this product

Cook all your family’s favorites at once and clean up quick with a 5-burner cooktop that makes the most of your mealtime routine. Two FlexHeat Dual Radiant Elements provide more flexibility, and the Warm Zone Element keeps food warm while you’re finishing the rest of the meal. Then, cleanup is easy with smooth Tap Touch Controls and Control Lock Mode.

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Specifications
  • Color Finish
    Black
    Product Height
    5 1/4 inches
    Product Width
    30 13/16 inches
    Product Depth
    21 3/4 inches
    Cooktop Surface Type
    Smoothtop
    Number of Elements
    5
    App Compatible
    No
Features
  • FlexHeat Dual Radiant Element

    Get two elements in one with a 6" inner ring that's great for smaller pots and pans and a 10" expandable outer ring that makes room for larger cookware.

  • Tap Touch Controls

    Clean the Tap Touch Controls as easily as you use them.

  • Control Lock Mode

    Avoid unintended use with Control Lock Mode.

  • Easy-Wipe Ceramic Glass Cooktop

    Wiping up spills is simple with the easy-to-clean cooktop.

  • Warm Zone Element

    Keep food warm while you're finishing the rest of the meal using this low-powered element.

  • Kitchen Timer

    Keep track of cook times with an easy-to-clean Kitchen Timer that’s integrated into the Tap Touch Controls.

  • 5 Element Cooktop

    Cook more of your family's favorites and enjoy added versatility with a fifth element.

  • 30 & 40 Amp Installation

    Properly install with either a 30 or 40 amp hookup, so there's no need to rewire.

  • Hot Surface Indicator Light

    See when the cooktop's still hot to the touch, even after it's been turned off, with a light that lets you know.

  • Wall Oven Compatible

    Install this cooktop in a counter above select Whirlpool Single Wall Ovens or on its own for more flexibility.

  • 8" Extra Element

    Cook small dishes like sides and sauces on the 8" Extra Element.

  • 6" Extra Element

    Cook small dishes like sides and sauces on the 6" Extra Element.

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Reviews

Rating 2.7 out of 5 stars with 3 reviews

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  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Cooktop

    Purchasing and delivery waiting (brought wrong cooktop, rescheduled again after that!) was ridiculous! Customer service from Best Buy was despicable! Will think over x10 before buying from there again and I have been a loyal customer.

    Posted by GlenDC

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Dangerous cooktop!! DO NOT BUY!!

    Ever since this cooktop has been installed, it has never worked properly. I have to make sure it is locked after use or it will randomly turn on and cycle through different temperatures. Today i came into the kitchen to start dinner and burned myself pretty badly. Although the cooktop is locked, the warmzone burner is on and the light that shows it is HOT is not illuminated. I was wiping down the stove before cooking and surprise the burner is registering over 300 degrees! Im lucky no one set any paper on the stove or it would have burned the house down.

    This review is from Whirlpool - 30 in. Wide 5 element Built-In Electric Cooktop with FlexHeat Dual Radiant Element - Black Stainless Steel

    Posted by CathyS

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid cooktop

    Happy with it so far. I do think the temperature controls could be a little better.

    Posted by JCUT42

  • Customer reviews from whirlpool.com

    Syndicated rating, 4.3461537 out of 5 stars with 26 reviews on whirlpool.com.

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Questions & Answers
  • What material is used for the cooktop surface?

    The cooktop surface of the Whirlpool 30" Built-In Electric Cooktop with 5 Burners and FlexHeat Dual Radiant Element is made of easy-wipe ceramic glass, which is known for its smooth and easy-to-clean properties. The context mentions "Easy-Wipe Ceramic Glass Cooktop" and "Wiping up spills is simple with the easy-to-clean cooktop", indicating that the cooktop surface is made of ceramic glass.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Is the cooktop surface fingerprint resistant?

    The cooktop surface is not fingerprint resistant. The context states "Fingerprint Resistant: false".

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Does this cooktop have a downdraft ventilation system?

    The product specifications indicate "Downdraft Ventilation: false". Therefore, this cooktop does not have a downdraft ventilation system.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What is the size of the largest cooking element?

    The largest cooking element on this cooktop is the FlexHeat Dual Radiant Element, which has a 10-inch expandable outer ring. The inner ring of the FlexHeat element is 6 inches in diameter. Therefore, the largest cooking element on this cooktop can accommodate cookware up to 10 inches in diameter.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What is the FlexHeat Dual Radiant Element and what are its benefits?

    The FlexHeat Dual Radiant Element is a versatile cooking element that combines two elements in one. It features a 6-inch inner ring that is ideal for smaller pots and pans, and a 10-inch expandable outer ring that can accommodate larger cookware. This allows for more flexibility and efficient use of cooking space.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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