KitchenAid 30″ 5-Burner Gas Cooktops KCGS550ESS

30-Inch 5-Burner Gas Cooktop with Dual Ring Burner

Stainless Steel 5-Burner Gas Cooktop with 17,000 BTU Dual Ring Burner, 6,000 BTU Even-Heat™ Simmer Burner & CookShield Finish

This 30-inch 5-burner gas cooktop delivers exceptional cooking versatility with five individual burners, including a powerful 17,000 BTU Dual Ring Burner and a 6,000 BTU Even-Heat™ Simmer Burner. The dual-ring design provides high-output cooking power, while the Even-Heat™ burner is designed to provide gentle, controlled heat for melting and delicate cooking without scorching. A durable CookShield Finish helps protect the stainless steel cooktop against stains associated with high-temperature cooking and makes everyday cleanup easier without requiring harsh chemicals.

Key Features

17,000 BTU Dual Ring Burner

The powerful 17,000 BTU Dual Ring Burner delivers high heat for demanding cooking tasks, including rapid boiling, searing, and high-temperature preparation.

6,000 BTU Even-Heat™ Simmer Burner

The 6,000 BTU Even-Heat™ Simmer Burner provides controlled low heat designed for melting and delicate cooking without scorching.

Five Individual Gas Burners

Five burners provide flexible cooking capacity, allowing multiple pots and pans to be used simultaneously.

CookShield Finish

The CookShield Finish helps protect the cooktop from stains caused by high-temperature cooking and makes the surface easier to wipe clean without harsh chemicals.

Continuous Cast-Iron Grates

Continuous cast-iron grates provide a stable cooking surface and allow cookware to be moved easily from one burner to another.

Dishwasher-Safe Grates

The cast-iron grates are dishwasher safe, simplifying cleanup after cooking.

Direct Spark Ignition

Direct Spark Ignition provides convenient burner ignition without requiring a separate lighter.

LP Convertible

The cooktop is LP convertible, with the conversion kit included according to the supplied specifications.

Power-Outage Compatible

The cooktop is designed to remain compatible with operation during a power outage, according to the supplied specifications.

ADA Compliant

The cooktop features an ADA-compliant design for accessible kitchen applications.

Burner Configuration

Burner Position	Power	Burner Type
Center	17,000 BTU	Even-Heat™ Dual
Center Rear	17,000 BTU	Professional Dual Tier
Left Front	10,000 BTU	Burner
Left Rear	6,000 BTU	Even-Heat™ Simmer
Right Front	10,000 BTU	Burner
Right Rear	7,000 BTU	Burner

Note: The supplied specifications identify five cooking burners but also provide both a center and center-rear 17,000 BTU entry. These entries appear to describe overlapping/variant burner-location data, so they have been retained rather than silently removing one.

Cooking Performance

The combination of high-output and simmer burners gives the cooktop a broad cooking range. The 17,000 BTU Dual Ring Burner is designed for high-heat cooking, while the 6,000 BTU Even-Heat™ Simmer Burner provides more controlled heat for melting and delicate foods.

CookShield Surface Protection

The CookShield Finish is designed to help protect the cooktop surface from stains that may develop during high-temperature cooking. It also helps make routine cleaning easier by allowing the surface to be wiped clean without harsh chemicals.

Grates & Cooktop Design

The cooktop features continuous, matte-finish cast-iron grates. Their edge-to-edge design provides a stable platform for cookware and makes it easier to move pots and pans between burners.

Controls & Ignition

• Front-mounted controls
• Metal knobs
• Stainless steel knob color
• Direct Spark Ignition
• No digital display
• No automatic pan detection
• No automatic pan-size adjustment
• No power boost
• No hot surface indicator light
• No heating element-on indicator light

Installation & Compatibility

The 30-inch cooktop is designed for built-in installation over a compatible built-in oven. Compatible oven models supplied include:

• KOES527P
• KOES530P
• KOSC104FSS
• KOSC504
• KOSE500
• KOSE507
• KOSE900
• KOST100
• KOST107

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	30-Inch Gas Cooktop
Cooktop Type	Standard
Fuel Type	Gas
LP Convertible	Yes – Kit Included
Number of Cooking Burners	5
Cooktop Configuration	All Burners
Cooktop Surface Material	Stainless Steel
Cooktop Surface Color	Color Coordinated
CookShield Finish	Yes
Grates	Cast Iron, Continuous
Grate Finish	Matte
Grate Cleaning	Dishwasher Safe
Ignition Type	Direct Spark Ignition
Control Location	Front
Control Type	Knobs
Knob Type	Metal
Knob Color	Stainless Steel
Automatic Pan Detection	No
Automatic Pan Size Adjustment	No
Power Boost	No
Digital Display	No
Downdraft Vent	No
Installs Over Built-In Oven	Yes
Power Outage Compatible	Yes
Voltage	120 V
Electrical Amperage	15 A
Frequency	60 Hz
Power Cord Included	Yes
ADA Compliant	Yes
Overall Width	30"
Overall Depth	21"
Approx. Height	3-1/16"
Maximum Height	4.579"
Cutout Width	28-7/8"
Cutout Depth	19.813"
Maximum Cutout Depth	20"
Cutout Height	5-1/4"
Net Weight	53.6 lbs
Gross Weight	59.6 lbs
Optional Griddle	Available Accessory

Optional Cooking Accessories

Griddle

An optional griddle accessory is available according to the supplied specifications, providing an additional cooking surface for griddle-style foods.

Ideal Applications

This 30-inch 5-burner gas cooktop is well suited for:

• Residential kitchens
• Kitchen renovations and upgrades
• Built-in oven installations
• High-heat cooking and boiling
• Melting and delicate simmering
• Multi-dish meal preparation
• Home chefs seeking flexible burner performance
• Modern stainless steel kitchen designs

Why Choose This 30-Inch Gas Cooktop?

The cooktop combines five gas burners, a powerful 17,000 BTU Dual Ring Burner, a 6,000 BTU Even-Heat™ Simmer Burner, and continuous cast-iron grates for versatile everyday cooking. The CookShield Finish adds protection against high-temperature cooking stains while making cleanup easier, while LP conversion capability, power-outage compatibility, and ADA compliance add practical flexibility.