Customer Questions and Answers for Cooktop by Whirlpool

The Cooktop is an OEM part for Whirlpool electric ranges. As the primary cooking surface, it contains multiple heating elements to support various pan sizes. Precise temperature control and fast, even heating are key.

Causes of a bad cooktop can include worn glass-ceramic surfaces, heating coils making improper contact, or moisture damage from boil-overs. Hairline cracks in glass promote further breakage.

Symptoms include:

• Slow or inconsistent heating between burners  
• Burner elements not glow red when turned to the highest setting
• Pans sliding on the cooking surface from smooth wear
• Cracks or damage compromising sealed cooktop design

This replacement part also fits Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Kenmore, Roper, and Norge models.