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Whirlpool - 36" Built-In Electric Cooktop with 5 Burners and FlexHeat Triple Radiant Element - Black Stainless Steel

Model: WCE97US6KS
SKU: 6499699
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Specifications
  • Color Finish
    Black
    Product Height
    5 1/4 inches
    Product Width
    36 5/16 inches
    Product Depth
    21 3/4 inches
    Cooktop Surface Type
    Smoothtop
    Number of Elements
    5
  • Key Specs
    • Color Finish: Black
    • 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 5/16 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 3/4 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: 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: Whirlpool
    • Model Number: WCE97US6KS
    • Product Name: 36" Built-In Electric Cooktop with 5 Burners and FlexHeat Triple Radiant Element
    • Color: Black Stainless Steel
    • Color Finish: 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 5/16 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 3/4 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 Width: 35 9/16 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 9/16 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: Electronic
    • Control Location: Top
    • Digital Display: true
    • 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.)
    • Child Lock: true (Setting that allows appliance to be temporarily locked to prevent use.)
    • Form Factor: Cooktop (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
    • 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
    • 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 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): 0
  • 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
  • Element Wattage
    • Element 1 Wattage: 3000 watts
    • Element 2 Wattage: 3000 watts
    • Element 3 Wattage: 1200 watts
    • Element 4 Wattage: 1800 watts
    • Element 5 Wattage: 100 watts
  • Power
    • Cooktop Power Source: Electric
  • Electrical Specification
    • 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.whirlpool.com/regulatory.html. [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.whirlpool.com/regulatory.html.] (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: 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: 883049599052

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.

  • FlexHeat Triple Radiant Element: Get three elements in one with a 6" inner ring that's great for smaller pots and pans, and 9" and 12" outer rings that make 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • ADA compliant: This cooktop meets the Standards for Accessible Design specified by the Americans with Disabilities Act to provide equal access to all.
  • FlexHeat Triple Radiant Element: Get three elements in one with a 6" inner ring that's great for smaller pots and pans, and 9" and 12" outer rings that make 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • ADA compliant: This cooktop meets the Standards for Accessible Design specified by the Americans with Disabilities Act to provide equal access to all.

Q: Does this cooktop come with a power cord?

A: No, this cooktop does not come with a power cord. The product specifications clearly state that the "Power Cord Included" is "No".

Q: Is this cooktop ADA compliant?

A: Yes, this cooktop meets the Standards for Accessible Design specified by the Americans with Disabilities Act to provide equal access to all. The product details clearly state "ADA compliant: true".

Q: What are the dimensions of the cut-out required for this cooktop?

A: The required cut-out dimensions for this cooktop are: - Cut-Out Width: Minimum 34.563 inches and Maximum 35.563 inches - Cut-Out Depth: Minimum 20.375 inches and Maximum 20.563 inches

Q: Does this cooktop have a griddle included?

A: The context mentions "Griddle Included: false" under the "Cooktop Details" section. Therefore, the answer is: No, this cooktop does not have a griddle included.

Q: Does this cooktop have any special features for simmering or keeping food warm?

A: Yes, this cooktop has a Warm Zone Element that keeps food warm while you're finishing the rest of the meal. Additionally, the FlexHeat™ Triple Radiant Element provides more flexibility for simmering with its three rings that can be adjusted to different sizes.

Q: What is the power requirement for this cooktop?

A: The power requirement for this cooktop is 240 volts. It can be installed with either a 30 or 40 amp hookup.

Q: Can this cooktop be installed above a Whirlpool single wall oven?

A: Yes, this cooktop can be installed above select Whirlpool® Single Wall Ovens. The compatible models are: WOS11EM4; WOS31ES0; WOS31ES7; WOS51EC0; WOS51EC7; WOS51ES4; WOS52EM4; WOS72EC0; WOS72EC7; WOS92EC0; WOS92EC7; WOS97EC0; WOS97ES0; WOSA2EC0.

Q: What is the material of the cooktop surface?

A: The cooktop surface of the Whirlpool 36" Built-In Electric Cooktop with 5 Burners and FlexHeat Triple Radiant Element is made of easy-wipe ceramic glass. This material is known for its smooth and sleek appearance, making it easy to clean and maintain. The ceramic glass surface also provides excellent heat distribution, ensuring even cooking results.

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