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4.7 | 6 Reviews

30" Electric Cooktop with 5 Elements and Knob Controls - Stainless Steel

KitchenAid KCES550HSS

Available in 2 Color(s)

color swatch Black
KCES550HBL
$1,199
color swatch Stainless Steel
KCES550HSS
$1,299

Features

  • 10'' Even-Heat Ultra Power Element with Simmer Setting - Provides greater versatility for high and low temperature cooking techniques. Even-Heat Technology maintains a constant supply of power and delivers a range of simmer settings.
  • 6'' Even-Heat Element with Melt Setting - Combines the benefits of Even-Heat Technology with a dedicated setting that reaches the low temperatures needed to melt chocolate or butter without scorching.
  • 6'' 1200-Watt Round Element - Can reach a power output of up to 1200-watts to handle your daily cooking needs.
  • Hot Surface Indicator - Protects you by providing a visual indication if a cooking surface is on or still hot, so you can create with confidence.

Quick Specs

  • Type: Cooktop
  • Fuel: Electric
  • Width: 30.813"
  • Height: 5.25"
  • Depth: 22.813"
  • Nominal Width: 30"
  • Energy Star Rated: No
  • Downdraft Ventilation: No
  • Hood Recommended: Yes

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Two 10''/6'' Double-Ring Round Elements

Create two elements in one location. The inner rings are used like standard six-inch elements. The outer rings add size and power for large cookware. A simmer function works on both the inner and outer element.

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8'' Round Element

Efficiently heats a commonly used pan size and can reach a power output of up to 1800 watts for every day use.

Two 10''/6'' Double-Ring Round Elements Create two elements in one location. The inner rings are used like standard six-inch elements. The outer rings add size and power for large cookware. A simmer function works on both the inner and outer element.

8'' Round Element Efficiently heats a commonly used pan size and can reach a power output of up to 1800 watts for every day use.

Features

  • 10'' Even-Heat Ultra Power Element with Simmer Setting - Provides greater versatility for high and low temperature cooking techniques. Even-Heat Technology maintains a constant supply of power and delivers a range of simmer settings.
  • 6'' Even-Heat Element with Melt Setting - Combines the benefits of Even-Heat Technology with a dedicated setting that reaches the low temperatures needed to melt chocolate or butter without scorching.
  • 6'' 1200-Watt Round Element - Can reach a power output of up to 1200-watts to handle your daily cooking needs.
  • Hot Surface Indicator - Protects you by providing a visual indication if a cooking surface is on or still hot, so you can create with confidence.
  • Metal Control Knobs - Substantial, professionally-inspired stainless steel knobs easily adjust the cooktop's elements through an infinite number of heat settings, offering responsiveness and flexibility in control.
Specifications
Dimensions
Cutout Depth Max 20-9/16 in
Cutout Depth Min 20-3/8 in
Cutout Width Max 29-9/16 in
Cutout Width Min 29-1/16 in
Depth 21-5/8 in
Height 5-1/4 in
Maximum Height 5-1/4 in
Width 30-3/8 in
Configuration and Overview
Cooktop Type Standard
Fuel Type Electric
Installs Over Built-In Oven Yes
LP Convertible No
Power Boost No
Size 30 in
Controls
Infinite Heat Controls Yes
Knob Type Metal
Location of Controls Right Side
Cooktop Details
Automatic Pan Detection No
Center Rear Element-Burner Size 8""
Cooktop Element Style Radiant
Cooktop Surface Color Black
Downdraft Vent No
Heating Element On Indicator Light Yes
Hot Surface Indicator Light Yes
Left Front Element-Burner Size 10""/6""
Left Rear Element-Burner Size 6""
Left Rear Element-Burner Type Standard
Number of Cooking Element-Burners 5
Right Front Element-Burner Size 10""/6""
Right Front Element-Burner Type Dual
Right Rear Element-Burner Size 6""
Appearance
Digital Display No
Certifications
Prop 65 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY - WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov .
Electrical
208V Compatible Yes
Power Cord Included No
Features
Power Outage Compatible No
Refinements
Features ADA Compliant
Energy
Annual Energy Usage [kWh] 258.0
Details
Cooktop Surface Material Glass

Quick Specs


  • Appearance

  • Type: Cooktop
  • Fuel: Electric

  • Dimensions

  • Width: 30.813"
  • Height: 5.25"
  • Depth: 22.813"

  • Size

  • Nominal Width: 30"

  • Features

  • Energy Star Rated: No
  • Downdraft Ventilation: No
  • Hood Recommended: Yes

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4.7 out of 5

83% of reviewers recommend this product.

5 Stars

Looks good; works great!

Kevthebrit 11/28/2019

Excellent cooktop completed our KitchenAid appliance upgrade to our home. We love the 'Ultra Heat' feature on the large burner. Allows for a large pot of water to boil in under five minutes.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

Yes, I recommend this product

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3 Stars

Replacement for recalled KitchenAid cooktop

Knowname 10/11/2019

KitchenAid cooktop installed 6 months ago recalled due to fire hazard. This model was offered as a replacement. Whirlpool has a contract with JB Hunt to deliver and install but reviews for that company are not good. Whirlpool would not ship new cooktop to distributor where I purchased recalled model or local dealer of my choice. From a customer service standpoint, the recall/replace process is inflexible and suboptimal. New model arrived with one slightly bent burner control knob. Less than impressed with Whirlpool and the product.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

No, I do not recommend this product

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5 Stars

Purchased again after 15 years

JayVeee3 10/9/2019

In 2004, we remodeled our kitchen and added a KitchenAid 30" glass cooktop. That unit worked perfectly for 15 years until we had a kitchen disaster that wiped out all of the cabinets, the granite countertop, the KitchenAid cooktop and everything else. So when it came time to pick out a new unit, we just chose another 30" KitchenAid glass cooktop. And why not, the last one was fantastic! This new one looks like it is an even better updated design than the first one, so I am sure we will be happy with it for many years to come.
Originally posted on Kitchenaid.com

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5 Stars

Works great

Meathead 7/21/2019

It heats very quickly, was easy to install and love the design of the knobs.
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5 Stars

Easy to install and use!

aeyles8 5/7/2019

We bought this item for our kitchen remodel and so far we are loving it! It was super easy to install, heats up fast and is simple to use. The knobs are great and this makes such a stylish addition to our new kitchen. We've already received a lot of compliments on it!
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5 Stars

Looks great , can't wait to use it.

Musatang 95 1/20/2019

We just had it installed today, Love it can't wait to use it.
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