Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionDoes this electric cooktop have a hot surface indicator?

• A:Answer Yes, this cooktop has a hot-surface indicator light.

Q: QuestionWhat is the exhaust rating for the fan on this cooktop?

• A:Answer The exhaust rating for the fan is 300 CFM.

Q: QuestionAre there different power levels available on this cooktop?

• A:Answer Yes, this cooktop has 4 heating elements that deliver 1200-3200 watts of power.

Q: QuestionDoes this cooktop have an indicator to show when it's on?

• A:Answer Yes, this cooktop has a power-on indicator light.

Q: QuestionIs the surface of this cooktop easy to clean?

• A:Answer Yes, the ceramic cooktop provides a smooth surface that makes cleaning fast and simple.

Q: QuestionDoes this cooktop use analog controls?

• A:Answer Yes, this cooktop uses analog controls for simple operation.

Q: QuestionAre there indicator lights to show when the surface is hot?

• A:Answer Yes, this cooktop has a hot-surface indicator to let you know if the cooking surface is still hot.

Q: QuestionWhat is the wattage of element 1?

• A:Answer Element 1 has a wattage of 3200 watts.

Q: QuestionCan the ventilation system be converted to duct-free?

• A:Answer Yes, the ventilation can be converted to duct-free with a separate kit.

Q: QuestionWhat is the exhaust rating of the fan?

• A:Answer The exhaust rating of the fan is 300 CFM.

Q: QuestionDoes this electric cooktop have downdraft ventilation?

• A:Answer Yes, this electric cooktop features downdraft ventilation, so a separate hood is not needed.

Q: QuestionDoes this cooktop have an expandable element?

• A:Answer Yes, this cooktop has an expandable element.

Q: QuestionDoes this cooktop have a power-on indicator light?

• A:Answer Yes, this cooktop has a power-on indicator light.

Q: QuestionDoes this cooktop replace a JennAir model?

Asked 5 years ago by Lulu.

• A:Answer Yes, but in my case, they had to make a half inch cut to the front side of the marble top

  Answered 5 years ago by ChrisVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionCan this cooktop fit into a standard 30" wide sink or cooktop base cabinet? Also, how much room does the duct-free ventilation kit take up?

Asked 6 years ago by Spencer.

• A:Answer Yes

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Q: QuestionHow does this work with the fan? What if you have cupboards above it. What about moisture issues?

Asked 7 years ago by berk.

• A:Answer berk, the downdraft has a 3-speed fan control that can be adjusted to cooking needs, effectively removing steam, grease, and odors from the air. For location requirements and cabinet dimensions, please see pages 3-4 of the Installation Instructions: https://www.kitchenaid.com/content/dam/global/documents/201611/installation-instructions-W10848428-RevB.pdf.

  Answered 7 years ago by KitchenAidTeam

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Q: QuestionI have 2 deep, wonderful drawers under my current cooktop. Will the downdraft take up any or all of that space? Thankyou :0)

Asked 5 years ago by abce70.

• A:Answer Most probably. Keep in mind that this type of cooktop has a large exhaust fan that takes space.

  Answered 5 years ago by ChrisVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs it scratch resistant?

Asked 6 years ago by Oliverio.

• A:Answer I have not had it that long but most of the surface seems scratch resistant but i’m Careful to lift my pans not drag them. This cooktop does need cleaning with glass cooktop cleaning after every use but I imagine all glass cooktops do! There aren’t many choices for downdrafts that I was replacing.

  Answered 6 years ago by LoeyVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionCan I use cast iron cookware on this item?

Asked 3 years ago by paul.

• A:Answer Yes

  Answered 3 years ago by KylaS

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