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  • Color Finish
    Stainless steel
    Product Height
    6 1/10 inches
    Product Width
    36 3/4 inches
    Product Depth
    21 inches
    Cooktop Surface Type
    Smoothtop
    Number of Elements
    6
  • Key Specs
    • Color Finish: Stainless steel
    • Product Height: 6 1/10 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 3/4 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: 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: 6
    • 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.)
  • General
    • Brand: Viking
    • Model Number: VECU53616BSB
    • Product Name: Professional 5 Series 36" Electric Cooktop
    • Color: Stainless Steel/Black Glass
    • Color Finish: Stainless steel
    • Vendor Collection: Viking 5 Series (Part of a line of different product types, like kitchen appliances.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 6 1/10 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 3/4 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: 37 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: 63 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • 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.)
    • Control Type: Electromechanical
    • Control Location: Top Right Side
    • Power-On Indicator Light(s): true
    • 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.)
  • 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: Ceramic
    • Number of Elements: 6
    • Bridge Element: true (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): None
  • Included
    • Power Cord Included: true (Connects your product to an electrical outlet, allowing for immediate use (provided that other installation requirements are met).)
  • Element Wattage
    • Element 1 Wattage: 3200 watts
    • Element 2 Wattage: 1200 watts
    • Element 3 Wattage: 1800 watts
    • Element 4 Wattage: 1800 watts
    • Element 5 Wattage: 1200 watts
    • Element 6 Wattage: 2000 watts
  • Power
    • Cooktop Power Source: Electric
  • Electrical Specification
    • Wattage: 10.8 watts (Measurement of electrical power.)
    • Amperage: 45 amperes (Strength of electrical current.)
    • Voltage: 120 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • Chemical Disclosures: 0 (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: 2 years
    • Warranty - Labor: 2 years
  • 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.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 800284022534

Become a star chef with this 36-inch Viking electric radiant cooktop. The rapid heating of its six burners lets you start cooking in seconds, and its wear-resistant glass ceramic top creates a durable work area. The bridge element of this Viking electric radiant cooktop provides a generous heated surface to accommodate oversize cookware.

Range, Cooktop and Wall Oven Buying Guide

  • Keeps side dishes warm until dinner is ready to be served: 12" warming zone.
  • Accommodates large and oddly shaped pots and pans: Ceramic bridge combines 2 heating elements in 1.
  • Melt cheeses, boil water and warm sauces: 6 elements give you room to cook multiple dishes at once.
  • Ceramic cooktop: Provides a smooth surface that makes cleaning fast and simple.
  • Keep your family safe: Child security helps prevent accidents in the kitchen.
  • Electromechanical controls: For simple operation.
Whats Included
  • Viking Professional 5 Series 36" Electric Cooktop

Q: Does this Viking cooktop have a child lock feature?

A: Yes, this cooktop has a child lock feature for safety.

Q: Does this cooktop have a bridge element?

A: Yes, this Viking electric radiant cooktop features a bridge element that can combine two heating elements into one large one.

Q: What type of controls does this cooktop use?

A: This Viking cooktop uses electromechanical controls for easy operation.

Q: What is the cooktop surface made of?

A: The cooktop surface is made of ceramic material.

Q: How many elements does this Viking cooktop have?

A: This Viking electric radiant cooktop has six elements for cooking.

Q: Is this Viking cooktop compatible with a downdraft ventilation system?

A: No, this cooktop does not support downdraft ventilation.

Q: What cookware would you use ..

A: I purchased the Viking 6 Burner Cooktop. I Absolutely Love It! I searched for a larger cooktop and Viking has the 6 burner that meets my needs. It’s also a Commercial Grade so I know I will have a long usage out of it.

Viking - Professional 5 Series 36" Electric Cooktop - Stainless Steel/Black Glass

Model: VECU53616BSB
SKU: 6234059
$3,279.00
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Pros for Viking - Professional 5 Series 36" Electric Cooktop - Stainless Steel/Black Glass
Control knobs at the side, Dual elements, Eagerly awaiting, Easy to clean, Gorgeous lookExcellent warranty, Gas-like, Heating levels, Surface, Top of the lineHeats quickly, Easy to use, Made in usa, Sleek designEasy to cook, Looks, True to size, Attractive, Flexibility
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There were no cons for this productExpensiveScratch-resistant, WarrantyInstallation, Complicated, Customer service, Griddle, Incorrect measurement

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Workhorse!

    We’ve been in our house for 20 years, and this is the 3rd cooktop we’ve purchased, due to mechanical failure of the first two by Jennair. I didn’t want to spend the extra money on a Viking, but in the summer of 2020, our choices were limited by pandemic shortages, so it was this cooktop or nothing for months. Very grateful we spent a little extra and got this workhorse of an appliance! I enjoy cooking and use my ovens and cooktop a lot, so I need something to standup to the work. The Viking is up to the task. Quick burner heat, dials that don’t fail after a couple of months, and adequate space for Thanksgiving dinner prep. This cooktop is worth the extra money and has me reconsidering future appliance purchases.

    Posted by AmyH

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent quality

    Really like this range, particularly the dual elements for large pots. Also like the control knobs being at the side.

    Posted by Pamela

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Viking 6 Burner Cooktop

    I have not installed my cooktop but I’m eagerly awaiting the installation of it. I’ve been searching for this cooktop over a year now & can’t wait to begin cooking several meals all at once on her. Once I begin I will try to update my review.

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