Whirlpool

WCE97US6KS

• Whirlpool® 36" electric cooktop design – built‑in 36‑inch smoothtop electric cooktop in stainless steel trim with black ceramic glass surface to complement modern kitchens.

• FlexHeat™ Triple Radiant Element – three‑in‑one center rear element (6"/9"/12") that lets you match the heating area to small, medium, or large pots and pans for better efficiency and even cooking.

• FlexHeat™ Dual Radiant Element – two‑in‑one left‑front element (6"/10") that adjusts to different pan sizes, helping concentrate heat where it’s needed and reducing energy waste.

• Tap Touch Controls – smooth, flat touch‑sensitive control panel for precise temperature selection and easy wipe‑clean maintenance with no knobs to remove.

• Control Lock Mode – locks the touch controls to help prevent accidental activation or setting changes and allows safer cleaning of the control surface.

• Whirlpool® wall oven compatible – designed to install over select Whirlpool® single wall ovens or as a standalone cooktop, giving flexibility in kitchen layout and remodels.

• 5‑Element Cooktop – five independent radiant elements so you can cook multiple dishes at once, from large pots to small saucepans.

• Warm Zone Element – dedicated low‑power right‑rear element that keeps finished dishes warm without overcooking while you complete the rest of the meal.

• Easy‑Wipe ceramic glass cooktop – smooth ceramic glass surface that allows spills to be wiped away quickly and resists buildup for easier day‑to‑day cleaning.

• 8" extra element – right‑front 8‑inch standard element sized for medium pans, ideal for sides, vegetables, and everyday cooking tasks.

• 6" extra element – left‑rear 6‑inch standard element suited to small pots and saucepans for simmering, melting, and delicate sauces.

• High‑power triple element output – center rear triple element delivers up to 3,000 W (3,000/2,200/1,100 W) to quickly boil water or sear foods, with lower settings for gentle heating.

• High‑power dual element output – left‑front dual element provides up to 3,000/1,900 W of power for fast heating on larger cookware or efficient cooking on smaller pans.

• Dedicated simmer / low‑power zone – 100 W warm zone element helps maintain serving temperature or gently melt ingredients without scorching.

• Digital display – integrated digital indicators show power levels and timer information for more precise control and at‑a‑glance status.

• Kitchen Timer integrated in controls – built‑in timer within the Tap Touch Controls lets you track cooking times without a separate countertop timer.

• Heating element “On” indicator – visual indicator that illuminates when any element is turned on so you can see at a glance which zones are active.

• Hot Surface Indicator Light – dedicated light that remains on while the glass surface is still hot to the touch, even after elements are turned off, to help prevent burns.

• All‑radiant electric cooktop – radiant elements under glass provide consistent, even heat and a flat surface that doubles as extra counter space when not in use.

• Standard 36" cutout fit – designed for common 36‑inch cooktop cutouts, simplifying replacement of an existing electric cooktop.

• 30 & 40 amp installation flexibility – can be wired to either a 30‑amp or 40‑amp circuit (208/240 V), reducing the need for electrical rework during installation.

• 208/240 V compatible – operates on standard North American 208 or 240 volt household power supplies for broad installation compatibility.

• Installs over built‑in oven – rated for installation above compatible built‑in electric wall ovens, maximizing vertical space in smaller kitchens.

• ADA compliant design – meets ADA height and operation guidelines, with front‑right control location and touch controls that are accessible from a seated position.

• Right‑front control location – consolidated control area on the right‑front edge keeps settings within easy reach and away from the hottest rear cooking zone.

• Glass‑top surface style – frameless‑look black glass cooking surface offers a sleek, continuous appearance that pairs well with a variety of countertop materials.

• Radiant element configuration – combination of triple, dual, standard, and warm elements provides a full range of heat levels from rapid boil to gentle warming.

• Space‑efficient burner layout – centered triple element and staggered side elements help accommodate multiple large pans without excessive crowding.

• UL listed safety certification – tested to recognized safety standards for household electric cooking appliances.

• Made for U.S. and Canadian markets – specifications and electrical ratings are suitable for typical North American residential installations.