Customer Questions and Answers for Cooktop by Whirlpool

This cooktop is the range's upper surface panel that supports and aligns the surface burners while protecting the chassis from spills. Replacing a damaged top restores safe burner seating and a clean, finished appearance.

• Forms the sealed, easy-to-clean stovetop surface and shields wiring/insulation below
• Provides a rigid mounting platform for burners/igniters so heat is centered over cookware
• Helps contain spills to prevent leaks into the cabinet
• Typical signs: dents, chips or cracks; severe staining/rust; warped panel; misaligned or wobbly burner assemblies; sharp edges

• Disconnect power; shut off the gas supply before starting
• Remove grates/knobs/burner caps and mounting screws; lift off the old top carefully
• Transfer burner bases, igniters, and any gaskets as required by your model; handle edges with cut-resistant gloves
• Reassemble and test; for gas models, perform a leak check with an approved solution