KitchenAid

KCES556HBL

• 10" Even-Heat™ Ultra Power™ Element with Simmer Setting – delivers powerful, consistent heat with specialized simmer options for everything from rapid boiling to gentle sauces.

• 6" Even-Heat™ Element with Melt Setting – uses Even-Heat™ Technology and a dedicated melt mode to hold ultra‑low temperatures for chocolate, butter and delicate ingredients without scorching.

• 12"/9"/6" Triple-Ring Round Element – offers three ring sizes in one burner so you can match the heating surface to small, medium or large cookware for better efficiency.

• Two 6" 1200‑Watt Round Elements – provide up to 1200 watts each to handle everyday tasks like boiling, sautéing and simmering on smaller pans.

• Hot Surface Indicator – lights up 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 to make wiping the control area easier.

• Metal control knobs – substantial, stainless‑steel‑look knobs give a professional appearance and allow precise, incremental heat adjustments.

• Five radiant cooking elements – maximize flexibility with multiple burner sizes and power levels to support everything from large stockpots to small saucepans.

• Radiant electric cooktop design – uses smooth, radiant elements under glass for fast response and even heating across the pan surface.

• 36" wide cooking surface – offers generous space to use several large pots and pans at once, ideal for families and entertaining.

• Front‑mounted controls – place all knobs at the front of the cooktop so you can adjust heat without reaching over hot cookware.

• Infinite heat controls – allow you to fine‑tune temperature with smooth, continuous adjustment instead of fixed steps.

• Black ceramic glass surface – provides a sleek, modern look that coordinates with a wide range of kitchen styles.

• Easy‑wipe glass top – smooth surface makes it simple to clean up spills and splatters once the cooktop has cooled.

• Installs over a built‑in oven – designed to fit above select KitchenAid® wall ovens for a seamless, integrated cooking station.

• Standard electric hookup – uses 240/208V electric power, eliminating the need for a gas line.

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

• Five‑element configuration – includes a mix of high‑power, triple‑ring, standard and melt elements to cover a wide range of cooking techniques.

• Heating element‑on indicator light – provides a visual cue that a burner is active, even if the glow of the element is not obvious in bright light.

• Standard cutout compatibility – sized to fit most 36" electric cooktop cutouts, simplifying replacement of an older unit.

• Electric fuel type – ideal for homes without gas service and for users who prefer a smooth glass surface over open flame.

• Downdraft‑free design – pairs easily with a separate range hood or over‑the‑range microwave for flexible ventilation choices.

• Combination match with select KitchenAid® ovens – coordinates in size and style with specific KitchenAid® wall ovens for a cohesive built‑in look.