KitchenAid

KCES956KBL

• 10"/6" Even-Heat™ Ultra Power™ Element with Simmer Setting – delivers constant, even power with a wide range of simmer options, and offers two element sizes in one for both rapid boiling and small-pan cooking.

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

• 12"/9"/6" Triple-Ring Round Element – three concentric element sizes in one burner let you match the heating area to small, medium, or large cookware for better efficiency and control.

• Touch-Activated Controls – flat glass touch controls with a slider for heat-level selection provide precise adjustments, are easy to wipe clean, and integrate seamlessly into the cooktop surface.

• Control Lock – disables the cooktop controls to help prevent unintended use and to allow safe, thorough cleaning of the control area.

• Hot Surface Indicator – clearly shows when any cooking zone is on or still hot, helping prevent accidental burns and allowing safer cleanup.

• 36" 5-element electric smoothtop layout – five radiant elements on a 36" surface give ample space to cook multiple dishes at once, from large stockpots to small saucepans.

• 8" 1800-Watt round element – provides up to 1800 watts of power for everyday tasks like boiling, sautéing, and pan-frying in mid-sized cookware.

• 6" 1200-Watt round element – offers up to 1200 watts of power for smaller pots and pans, ideal for reheating, simmering, and side dishes.

• High-power 10"/6" dual element – supports both high-heat searing or fast boiling on the 10" ring and more moderate cooking on the 6" ring without changing burners.

• Flexible multi-size element configuration – combination of dual- and triple-ring elements lets you fine-tune heat coverage to pan size, improving energy efficiency and cooking results.

• Black ceramic glass surface – sleek, modern glass top complements contemporary kitchens and provides a smooth surface that’s easy to wipe clean.

• Installs over a built-in oven – designed to be installed above compatible built-in wall ovens for a seamless, integrated cooking station.

• Right-front control placement – keeps controls conveniently accessible while helping to keep them away from the hottest rear cooking zones.

• Heating Element On indicator light – provides a visual cue that an element is actively heating, reducing the chance of leaving a burner on unintentionally.

• All-burner configuration – every position on the cooktop is an active heating element, maximizing usable cooking space.

• Electric radiant heating technology – delivers fast, responsive heat through radiant elements beneath the glass, suitable for a wide variety of cookware types.

• 208/240V compatible hardwire connection – supports standard North American 208/240-volt installations for built-in electric cooktops.

• ADA height and operation compliant (where applicable) – design and control placement support accessible installation and use when properly installed.

• Compact height profile – low 3-5/8" height allows installation in a variety of countertop and cabinet configurations.

• Durable construction with 1-year parts and labor warranty (typical) – provides peace of mind and protection against defects during normal residential use.