KitchenAid 36 5-Burner Gas Cooktop
Description
The KitchenAid KCGS556ESS is a premium 36-inch gas cooktop featuring five sealed burners with a powerful 20,000 BTU professional dual-ring center burner. As a countertop fabricator, achieving precise cutouts for this high-performance cooktop is critical for professional installation. Our DXF template provides manufacturer-verified dimensions of 34.5" x 19.5" with a 0.5" corner radius, ensuring a perfect fit every time. This template is optimized for CNC machining and works seamlessly with granite, quartz, marble, and solid surface materials. The KCGS556ESS features continuous cast-iron grates and an Even-Heat simmer burner, making it a popular choice for luxury kitchen installations. The template accounts for the cooktop's overall dimensions of 36" W x 21" D x 3-5/8" H, providing adequate clearance for the base cabinet installation. Whether you're working with natural stone or engineered surfaces, this precision template eliminates measurement errors and reduces material waste, streamlining your fabrication workflow.
Dimensions
- Overall Width
- 36"
- Overall Depth
- 21"
- Corner Radius
- 0.5"
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- KitchenAid
- Model Number
- KCGS556ESS
- Downloads
- 0
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The KitchenAid KCGS556ESS is a premium 36-inch gas cooktop featuring five sealed burners with a powerful 20,000 BTU professional dual-ring center burner. As a countertop fabricator, achieving precise cutouts for this high-performance cooktop is critical for professional installation. Our DXF template provides manufacturer-verified dimensions of 34.5" x 19.5" with a 0.5" corner radius, ensuring a perfect fit every time. This template is optimized for CNC machining and works seamlessly with granite, quartz, marble, and solid surface materials. The KCGS556ESS features continuous cast-iron grates and an Even-Heat simmer burner, making it a popular choice for luxury kitchen installations. The template accounts for the cooktop's overall dimensions of 36" W x 21" D x 3-5/8" H, providing adequate clearance for the base cabinet installation. Whether you're working with natural stone or engineered surfaces, this precision template eliminates measurement errors and reduces material waste, streamlining your fabrication workflow.
Installation Overview
Installing the KitchenAid KCGS556ESS requires careful attention to countertop cutout specifications and base cabinet clearances. The cutout dimensions of 34.5" width by 19.5" depth must be precisely measured and marked on the countertop surface. For most installations, the cutout should be centered on the cabinet opening, though custom layouts may require adjustments. After creating the countertop cutout, some installations may require notching base cabinet side walls to clear the cooktop base. To avoid this modification, use a base cabinet with sidewalls wider than the cutout opening. If the cabinet has a drawer, ensure a minimum 4" clearance from the countertop to the top of the drawer or other obstructions. The cooktop requires a 120V, 60Hz, AC only, 15-amp fused electrical circuit with a time-delay fuse or circuit breaker. A dedicated circuit serving only this cooktop is recommended. Gas line connections must comply with local codes and should be completed by a qualified professional. The template's 0.5" corner radius prevents stress concentrations in the stone material and provides a clean, professional edge finish.
CNC Cutting Notes
When programming your CNC machine for the KCGS556ESS cutout, start by importing the DXF template into your CAM software. Verify that the dimensions match the manufacturer specifications: 34.5" x 19.5" with 0.5" corner radii. For granite and natural stone, use diamond-tipped router bits with water cooling to prevent thermal cracking and achieve smooth edges. Set your spindle speed between 3,000-5,000 RPM depending on material hardness, with a feed rate of 30-60 inches per minute. For quartz and engineered stone, slightly higher feed rates (40-80 IPM) can be used due to the material's consistency. Program a two-pass cutting strategy: a roughing pass leaving 1/16" material, followed by a finishing pass for clean edges. The corner radius should be cut with a ball-nose or radius tool matching the 0.5" specification to ensure proper cooktop seating. Always include tabs or bridges (minimum 4) to prevent the cutout from falling before completion. For polished edge applications, program an additional polish cycle or plan for hand-finishing. Remember to account for material overhang requirements - the cooktop's rim will overlap the cutout by approximately 1" on all sides. Test your program on scrap material before cutting expensive stone slabs.
Material Compatibility
This template is compatible with all standard countertop materials including granite, quartz, marble, quartzite, soapstone, solid surface (Corian), and laminate. For granite and natural stone, the 0.5" corner radius helps distribute stress and prevents corner cracking during cutting and installation. Quartz and engineered stone materials cut cleanly with minimal chipping when proper tooling is used. Marble and softer stones require reduced feed rates and sharp tooling to prevent surface damage. Solid surface materials like Corian can be cut with standard woodworking tools but require proper dust extraction. When working with thicker materials (3cm or greater), ensure your cutting tool has adequate depth capacity. For undermount installations, the cutout edge finishing is critical - granite and quartz typically require a polished or eased edge, while solid surface can be seamlessly integrated. Laminate countertops should be cut from the finished side to prevent delamination. Always verify material thickness compatibility with the cooktop's mounting requirements. The KCGS556ESS works with standard 2cm and 3cm stone thicknesses, though installation clips and mounting hardware may need adjustment for different thicknesses.
Where to Buy
The KitchenAid KCGS556ESS gas cooktop is available through major appliance retailers, specialty kitchen showrooms, and online distributors. Authorized KitchenAid dealers include national chains like Best Buy, Home Depot, and Lowe's, as well as premium appliance specialists like AJ Madison, Designer Appliances, and Abt Electronics. Prices typically range from $1,400 to $1,800 depending on retailer promotions and regional availability. When purchasing for client installations, consider working with local commercial appliance distributors who can provide bulk pricing for fabrication businesses. Many dealers offer contractor programs with preferential pricing and dedicated support. Online retailers often provide detailed specification sheets and installation manuals for download, which can be valuable for pre-installation planning. For clients building custom kitchens, the KCGS556ESS is frequently paired with KitchenAid wall ovens and range hoods for a coordinated luxury look. Verify that your supplier can provide the correct model number (KCGS556ESS) with stainless steel finish, as KitchenAid offers multiple cooktop variations within the KCGS series. Professional fabricators should establish relationships with appliance dealers to coordinate delivery timing with countertop installation schedules.