Parts for Kitchenaid KICU540BSS0: 01 - Cooktop Parts

The cooktop gasket seals the gap between the underside of the cooktop and the burner box/main top. It helps contain spills and debris and limits heat and moisture escape for cleaner operation and a snug, rattle-free fit. What it does:

• Seals the gap between the cooktop and burner box/main top
• Helps prevent liquids, grease, and debris from leaking into the chassis
• Supports a tight fit to minimize rattles and vibration
• Common signs it's needed: torn, flattened, brittle, missing sections, or recurring spills under the top

• 1 cooktop gasket

• Disconnect power and shut off gas supply; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Lift or remove the cooktop/main top to access the gasket path
• Remove the old gasket and residue; clean and dry the sealing surfaces
• Route the new gasket as originally installed without stretching or compressing; reassemble and check fit

This hotplate is a direct-replacement surface element for compatible electric ranges, restoring a solid cooking surface so pots and pans heat evenly. Designed to match OEM fit and function for simple swap-out repairs. What it does:

• Replaces a worn or damaged surface hotplate to restore normal cooking performance
• Heats cookware on the cooktop for boiling, frying, and simmering tasks
• Helps eliminate hot spots and intermittent heating when the element has failed
• Works with the range's existing controls and wiring when matched to the correct terminal configuration

• Turn power to the appliance off at the breaker before service to avoid shock
• This part installs in the cooktop opening and connects to existing element terminals; confirm terminal type and orientation before ordering
• Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and to avoid fingerprints on the heating surface