The KitchenAid 36" 5-Burner Gas Cooktop, model KCGS356ESS, is a premium kitchen appliance designed to offer both versatility and precision in cooking. This 36-inch cooktop features five burners, providing a wide range of heat outputs from intense searing heat to a low simmer, suitable for a variety of cooking techniques. Constructed with quality materials and finished in stainless steel, it adds a professional look to any kitchen setting. The cooktop's continuous grates are made of cast iron, offering durability and a seamless transition across the burner for moving cookware. This model is equipped with a Multiflame Burner that delivers two levels of gas flame at once, allowing for more precise temperature control and the ability to achieve more even heating and cooking. Designed with convenience in mind, the electronic ignition ensures a no-fuss start-up, and the knobs are conveniently located on the front of the cooktop for easy access. The KCGS356ESS blends sophisticated design with functional excellence, making it an ideal choice for those who enjoy the art of cooking.
Highlights
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Five Burners: Offers a range of cooking power from 6,000 to 20,000 BTUs, allowing for versatile cooking from boiling to simmering.
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Multiflame Burner: Provides multiple flame options on one burner for precise cooking control and even heat distribution.
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Continuous Cast Iron Grates: Facilitate easy movement of pots and pans across the burner without lifting.
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Electronic Ignition: Ensures reliable and quick ignition with every turn of the knob.
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Stainless Steel Finish: Provides a sleek, durable surface that is easy to clean and maintains a like-new appearance.
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Full-Width Grates: Enhance stability for cookware, ensuring safe cooking and effective handling of different sizes of pots and pans.
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LP Conversion Kit Included: Allows for easy conversion from natural gas to liquid propane if necessary.
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Front Control Knobs: Positioned for maximum accessibility, making it easy to manage cooking temperatures.
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Sealed Burners: Contain spills and crumbs for easier cleanup and maintain a cleaner cooking surface.
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Even-Heat 10K BTU Torch Burner: Designed for a slower, gentler simmering, providing higher flexibility for cooking delicate sauces and soups.
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20K BTU Professional Dual Ring Burner: Allows for faster searing and boiling with high heat output.
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Robust Metal Knobs: Combine high durability with a professional look.
- 19,000 BTU Multiflame Burner
- Works as an all-purpose professional burner, providing the ability to use both high- and low-temperature cooking methods so you can go from a boil to a simmer without changing burners.
- 5,000 BTU Even-Heat™ Simmer Burner
- A diffuser plate allows more control of the flame at the lowest setting, for more precise simmering and melting.
- Electronic Ignition
- Automatically lights burners so no standing pilot light is needed
- Full-Width Cast-Iron Grates
- Enhance the beautiful look of the cooktop and allow easy movement of cookware around the entire cooking surface.
- Multi-Finish Knobs
- Enhance the look of the cooktop surface with sturdy construction that adds to their premium feel.
- LP Conversion Kit
- Allows you to convert the cooktop so it can be used with LP gas.
19,000 BTU Multiflame Burner
Works as an all-purpose professional burner, providing the ability to use both high- and low-temperature cooking methods so you can go from a boil to a simmer without changing burners.
5,000 BTU Even-Heat(TM) Simmer Burner
A diffuser plate allows more control of the flame at the lowest setting, for more precise simmering and melting.
Electronic Ignition
Automatically lights burners so no standing pilot light is needed
Full-Width Cast-Iron Grates
Enhance the beautiful look of the cooktop and allow easy movement of cookware around the entire cooking surface.
Whether you need to rapidly boil water for pasta, sear a steak, or simmer a delicate sauce, you'll appreciate the versatility of this 36-inch, five-burner gas cooktop. The performance is matched by design that includes robust, Multi-Finish Knobs and continuous cast-iron grates that give you the ability to move pots from one burner to another.
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Depth |
21.0 in |
Height |
3-11/16 in |
Width |
36.0 in |
Cooktop Type |
Standard |
Fuel Type |
Gas |
Installs Over Built-In Oven |
Yes |
LP Convertible |
Yes - Kit Included |
Power Boost |
No |
Size |
36 in |
Infinite Heat Controls |
Yes |
Knob Color |
Stainless Steel |
Location of Controls |
Front |
Automatic Pan Detection |
No |
Cooktop Surface Color |
Color Coordinated |
Downdraft Vent |
No |
Grate Details |
Dishwasher Safe, Matte Finish, Continuous, Cast Iron Grates |
Heating Element On Indicator Light |
No |
Hot Surface Indicator Light |
No |
Ignition Type |
Direct Spark Ignition |
Number of Cooking Element-Burners |
5 |
Number of Grates |
3 |
Digital Display |
No |
Features |
Even-Heat Melt Burner, ADA Compliant |
Power Cord Included |
Yes |
Cookshield Finish |
Cookshield Finish |
Power Outage Compatible |
Yes |
GPC Code |
10001951 |
IsInvoiceUnit |
true |
IsOrderableUnit |
true |
Product Type |
EA |
UDEX |
1100400623 |
isBaseUnit |
true |
isConsumerUnit |
true |
Cooktop Surface Material |
Stainless Steel |
Fuel Type |
Gas |
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