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Whirlpool - 36" Built-In Gas Cooktop

Model: WCG51US6DB
SKU: 8636807
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  • Key Specs
    • Product Height: 4.125 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 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.)
    • Color Finish: Black
  • General
    • Product Name: 36" Built-In Gas Cooktop
    • Brand: Whirlpool
    • Model Number: WCG51US6DB
    • Color Finish: Black
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 4.125 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 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: 64 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: Analog
    • Control Location: Top
    • Digital Display: 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.)
    • Portable: false
  • 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: Porcelain
    • 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: true (Connects your product to an electrical outlet, allowing for immediate use (provided that other installation requirements are met).)
  • Power
    • Cooktop Power Source: Gas
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ADA Compliant: true (Meets standards set by the Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design)
  • Other
    • UPC: 883049324746

This Whirlpool WCG51US6DB built-in gas cooktop features 5 burners, including 2 SpeedHeat burners and an AccuSimmer burner, that deliver between 5,000 and 15,000 BTUs of heat for flexible cooking options. A SpillGuard cooktop facilitates cleanup.

Range, Cooktop and Wall Oven Buying Guide

  • Dishwasher-safe knobs: Make it easy to control the cooktop.
  • Dishwasher-safe cast-iron grates: Create a flat and sturdy cooking surface that makes movement of pans between burners easy and safe.
  • Sealed burners: Eliminate the space between the burners and cooktop to contain spills and boilovers for easy cleaning.
  • 5 burners: Include one 5,000 BTU right-rear AccuSimmer burner, one 9,100 left-front burner, one 9,100 BTU left-rear burner, one 12,000 BTU right-front SpeedHeat burner and one 15,000 BTU center-front SpeedHeat burner for versatility.
  • SpeedHeat burners: Allow you to boil water and rapidly prepare food.
  • AccuSimmer burner: Lets you cook sauce and other delicate recipes.
  • SpillGuard cooktop: Makes it easy to wipe away spills.

Q: What are the dimensions of the cut-out needed to install this?

A: The cutout depth is 19" and the cutout width is 33 7/8".

Q: Is there a griddle accessory that comes with this or one I can buy separately?

A: DannyD, thanks for the inquiry. The griddle part number is W10685483. You can purchase the accessory at your local dealer or manufacturing. Hopefully this information is beneficial to you. Thank you for your inquiry regarding our Whirlpool appliances!

Q: cut-dimensions??

A: The cutout dimensions are: 20 x 4.13 x 33.88 inches.

Q: How much space is required under this unit? Trying to determine the best cabinet to purchase, drawers or doors, or both.

A: Hello BrentwoodDarlingtonKitchen, for all of the Installation requirements for Model WCG51US6DW, please visit https://www.whirlpool.com/content/dam/global/documents/201508/installation-instructions-W10597144-RevB.pdf.

Q: Hi. I'm looking for a cooktop with grey grates. Are the grates on this cooktop truly grey or black? Thank you in advance.

A: Hi Rocky, the grates are black on this Whirlpool - 36 Built-In Gas Cooktop.

Q: on which side is the gas pipe

A: On the right hand side of the unit

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