KitchenAid

KCES550HBL

• 10" Even-Heat™ Ultra Power™ Element with Simmer Setting – delivers powerful, even heating with a wide range of simmer options for both high-heat searing and gentle cooking.

• 6" Even-Heat™ Element with Melt Setting – uses Even-Heat™ Technology and a dedicated low-temperature melt setting to gently melt chocolate or butter without scorching.

• 10"/6" Ultra Power™ Double-Ring Round Element – combines two element sizes in one burner to fit large stock pots or smaller 6" sauté pans and handle tasks from rapid boiling and searing to wok cooking.

• Even-Heat™ Technology – maintains a constant, even supply of power across the elements to reduce hot spots and support precise simmering and melting.

• Ultra Power™ heating performance – provides high-output heat on key elements for fast boiling and intense searing when needed.

• Hot Surface Indicator – illuminates to show when any cooking zone is on or still hot, helping prevent accidental burns.

• Control Lock function – disables the cooktop controls to help prevent unintended use and allows safer, easier cleaning of the control area.

• Metal control knobs – substantial, professionally inspired stainless steel knobs provide a premium feel and allow fine, incremental heat adjustments.

• Infinite heat controls – offer smooth, continuous adjustment rather than fixed steps, giving more precise control over cooking temperatures.

• 5-element cooking surface – includes a mix of element sizes and power levels to accommodate multiple pots and pans at once.

• 8" 1,800-watt round element – efficiently heats medium to large pans and delivers up to 1,800 watts of power for everyday cooking.

• 6" 1,200-watt round element – provides up to 1,200 watts of power, ideal for smaller pans and routine tasks like simmering and reheating.

• Glass-ceramic cooktop surface – smooth, flat surface looks sleek and is easier to wipe clean than traditional coil elements.

• 30" width with 5-burner layout – fits standard 30" cutouts while still offering five elements for flexible meal preparation.

• Right-side control placement – keeps knobs grouped together for intuitive operation and helps free up front cooking space.

• Heating element “On” indicator light – provides a clear visual cue that an element is actively powered, even if it has not yet reached full temperature.

• ADA Height and Operation Compliant design – meets applicable accessibility guidelines for reach and operation when properly installed.

• Built-in electric design – installs flush or nearly flush into the countertop for a seamless, integrated appearance.

• Black finish – coordinates with a wide range of kitchen styles and other black or stainless appliances.

• Compatible with optional hardware accessory kits – allows personalization of knob and handle finishes (when paired with select KitchenAid® accessory kits, sold separately).