GE Monogram 36 Gas Cooktop
Description
The GE Monogram ZGU36RSLSS elevates professional gas cooking to luxury kitchen standards with a commanding 36-inch platform featuring five sealed burners, including four dual-flame stacked burners and a powerful 20,000 BTU tri-ring center burner. Delivering a total of 62,000 BTUs of cooking power, this deep-recessed ADA-compliant cooktop demands precision fabrication to ensure seamless integration with premium countertop materials. Our verified template provides manufacturers' exact cutout specifications, empowering fabricators to execute installations that meet the exacting standards of high-end residential and commercial kitchen projects.
Dimensions
- Overall Width
- 36"
- Overall Depth
- 22"
- Corner Radius
- 0.5"
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- GE Monogram
- Model Number
- ZGU36RSLSS
- Downloads
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The GE Monogram ZGU36RSLSS elevates professional gas cooking to luxury kitchen standards with a commanding 36-inch platform featuring five sealed burners, including four dual-flame stacked burners and a powerful 20,000 BTU tri-ring center burner. Delivering a total of 62,000 BTUs of cooking power, this deep-recessed ADA-compliant cooktop demands precision fabrication to ensure seamless integration with premium countertop materials. Our verified template provides manufacturers' exact cutout specifications, empowering fabricators to execute installations that meet the exacting standards of high-end residential and commercial kitchen projects.
Installation Overview
Installation of the ZGU36RSLSS requires a cutout measuring 34.5 inches wide by 20.0 inches deep with 1/2-inch radius corners to properly support the continuous cast-iron grates and ensure burner alignment. The overall unit dimensions of 36 inches wide by 22 inches deep create approximately 3/4-inch overhang on the sides and 1-inch overhang front-to-rear. The deep-recessed configuration places the cooking surface approximately 3.3 inches below the countertop plane, creating an integrated appearance while providing spill containment. Gas supply routing typically occurs through the cabinet base, though island installations may require lateral supply lines through the countertop substrate—early coordination with mechanical contractors is essential. Fabricators must maintain a minimum 2-inch material width between cutout edges and seam locations, with 3 inches preferred for quartz and engineered stone to prevent thermal or mechanical cracking. Verify that cabinet modifications accommodate the unit's depth requirements and provide adequate ventilation clearance as specified in installation guidelines.
CNC Cutting Notes
CNC programming for this 36-inch gas cooktop requires dimensional accuracy within ±1/32 inch for proper burner alignment and grate stability across the wider platform. Execute the 1/2-inch corner radii using a dedicated radius bit to create smooth, stress-free corners—sharp corners or faceted radii can concentrate thermal and mechanical stress in brittle materials. For granite cutting, deploy diamond-coated router bits at 15,000-18,000 RPM with aggressive water cooling, maintaining feed rates of 60-80 IPM on the long 34.5-inch edges to prevent thermal damage and ensure consistent edge quality. Quartz fabrication demands reduced feed rates (40-60 IPM) with maximized water flow to dissipate heat from the resin binder system—inadequate cooling will cause resin scorching and discoloration along cut edges. The 34.5-inch width matches common 36-inch appliance platforms, making dimensional precision critical; undersized cuts prevent proper seating while oversized openings compromise burner support and grate stability. Apply protective edge tape when cutting from the finished surface to minimize chipping on polished edges. For 3cm and thicker materials, utilize a two-pass strategy: rough cut 1/8 inch inside the finish line to reduce cutting forces, then finish with a fresh tool to final dimension for optimal edge quality.
Material Compatibility
This template accommodates all standard countertop materials when paired with appropriate tooling and cutting parameters. Granite installations benefit from segmented diamond router bits with continuous water cooling—note that darker granites may exhibit white mineral hazing post-cut that requires cleaning with pH-neutral stone soap before final polish. Quartz and engineered stone installations require carbide-tipped or PCD diamond tools with carefully controlled feed rates and aggressive cooling to prevent polymer binder degradation; the long 34.5-inch edges are particularly susceptible to heat accumulation. Marble and softer natural stones machine smoothly with standard diamond tooling but demand edge reinforcement consideration—specify epoxy-backed mesh or rod reinforcement within 3-4 inches of cutout perimeters for installations in high-traffic kitchens or commercial settings. Solid surface materials like Corian cut efficiently with carbide tooling and offer the advantage of field adjustability for minor dimensional corrections post-installation. Concrete countertops require steel reinforcement that crosses the cutout opening and extends minimum 6 inches beyond all edges to prevent cracking under thermal cycling or impact loads. Porcelain slab fabrication demands specialized diamond tools and significantly reduced feed rates due to extreme material hardness, with extra care at corners where thermal shock during cutting can initiate stress cracks.
Where to Buy
The GE Monogram ZGU36RSLSS is available through authorized GE Monogram dealers, luxury appliance retailers, and commercial kitchen supply specialists throughout North America. Retail pricing typically ranges from $2,500 to $3,200 depending on regional market conditions, dealer margins, and promotional periods. This model is manufactured in both natural gas (ZGU36RSLSS) and liquid propane (ZGU36RDLSS) configurations—verify fuel type specifications with clients before finalizing installation plans, as gas type affects supply line requirements but not cutout dimensions. For trade pricing or volume project quotes, contact GE Monogram's commercial sales division or engage through established builder/dealer relationships. Standard lead times run 1-3 weeks for stock units, though supply chain disruptions or seasonal demand surges may extend delivery windows. Industry best practice recommends clients take physical delivery of the appliance prior to final countertop fabrication, enabling direct dimensional verification against template specifications and preventing costly rework if model substitutions or specification changes occur.