KitchenAid Architect Series II KICU509XSS 30 Induction Cooktop 4 Elements, Bridge Element

$1,868.54 $1,619.10
(as of 02/09/2014 10:24 - info)

This 30-inch induction cooktop uses electromagnetic energy to generate instant heat directly to your cookware without spreading the heat across the entire cooking surface. A bridge function lets you combine the power of two el…

This 30-inch induction cooktop uses electromagnetic energy to generate instant heat directly to your cookware without spreading the heat across the entire cooking surface. A bridge function lets you combine the power of two elements into one large cooking zone for specialty cookware such as a griddle or oval pan.

4-Element Cooktop

Provides four independent cooking surface areas.

2 Elements with Bridge Function

Allows the flexibility to convert two cooking zones into one large cooking zone which provides additional space to accommodate specialty cookware.

12 Heat Level Settings

Provide various levels of heat to fine tune cooking techniques ranging from melting chocolate and simmering a sauce to searing meat or achieving a rapid boil.

Additional Features

Performance Boost

Allows you to exceed the maximum heat-level setting for up to 10 minutes, perfect for rapid boiling

Touch-Activated Controls

Integrate seamlessly into the surface and include a slider for heat-level selection

Melt and Hold

Uses low power levels for melting delicate ingredients or keeping cooked food warm without scorching.

Simmer Function

Automatically selects a low power level to help maintain a constant simmer without boiling over.

Pan Size Detection

Provides feedback on whether pan size is suitable for the selected element.

Control Lock

Helps prevent unintended use and makes it easier to clean the control panel

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