KitchenAid KCGD500GSS 30 Inch Gas Downdraft Cooktop with 4 Burners, Downdraft Ventilation, 17,000 BTU Professional Burner, 300 CFM Exhaust, 3-Speed Fan and Flame-Sensing Re-Ignition, 369172

• Integrates the ventilation system into the cooking surface so that a separate hood is not needed. Smoke and odors can be removed and taken outside or filtered and recirculated inside. A duct-free kit is available for purchase separately.

• Provides the ability to use high-temperature cooking methods such as searing, stir-frying, and wok cooking as well as low temperatures suitable for simmering.

• A diffuser plate allows more control of the flame at the lowest setting, for more precise simmering and melting.

• Handles the venting requirements of high temperature cooking techniques like pan searing and stir-frying.

• Can be precisely matched to cooking needs, effectively removing steam, grease, and odors from the air.

• Reaches the high temperatures required to quickly get liquids to a boil and for high-temperature cooking techniques including getting a great sear on meat.

• Allows a downdraft cooktop to be placed nearly anywhere in the kitchen using a duct-free conversion kit (not included). This filters and recirculates the air without running ductwork, ideal for kitchens with installation restrictions or ducting limitation

• Melt chocolate or butter, simmer delicate sauces, or poach eggs on a low-power burner, thanks to a wider burner cap that shields and diffuses the flame to produce a gentler, low-power heat.

• Lights burners with an electric spark instead of a pilot light. For more reliable performance, burners are relit if the flame is blown out.

• Enhance the look of the cooktop surface with sturdy construction that adds to their premium feel.

• Enhance the beautiful look of the cooktop and allow easy movement of cookware around the entire cooking surface.

• Allows you to convert the cooktop so it can be used with LP gas.

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