New GE Monogram® Electronic
Induction Cooktops Captivate with Magnetic Presence and
Performance
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky,
September 20, 2007 /GE Consumer & Industrial/ -- Monogram
culinary sophistication takes a bold and innovative turn with
new electronic induction cooktops. Available in 36" and 30"
configurations—with the most powerful induction element in the
industry1—these cooktops deliver design, performance and
convenience.
Extremely responsive, induction cooking has been popular in
commercial and European kitchens for years. Now GE is making
the technology available to high–end households with new GE
Monogram® electronic induction cooktops.
Induction — the (magnetic)
wave of the future
Induction elements use electricity to produce a magnetic
field that reacts with the iron in metal
cookware—including cast iron and magnetic stainless
steel pans—and transfers the heat directly to the
cookware, itself.
Monogram induction — the forefront of the industry
The sleek design with embedded digital controls is
smooth from edge to edge, making it remarkably easy to
clean. Stainless steel cooktops have a surface made of a
unique reflective material that captures light and
colors inside the kitchen. Accented by a decorative
backsplash or glass-mosaic tiles, the surface creates a
beautiful, prism–like effect. A black frameless version
is also available and can be installed flush into the
countertop for a fully integrated appearance.
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Along with an extraordinary
appearance, these remarkable new cooktops deliver exceptional
performance with a wide range of versatile features:
- A 3,700–watt, 10" element offers the most powerful induction
element in the industry equivalent to 25,000 BTUs, and
provides heat across 19 different cooking settings.
- Digital pan-sensing
technology detects the presence of pans made of magnetic
properties (such as cast iron and magnetic stainless steel), a
requirement for induction cooking.
- Warm setting provides just
enough heat to maintain an ideal serving temperature.
- Timer, control–lock
capability and hot–surface indicator provide an extra measure
of convenience and safety.
- Flexibility extends to
installation, as well. Monogram induction cooktops allow a
secure, flush fit in existing countertop cutouts. For a
complete range of cooking capabilities in a small space, these
ovens can be installed over GE Monogram wall ovens2.
The estimated retail price of 36-inch electronic induction
cooktops (ZHU36) will range from $2349 to $2649. The 30–inch
models (ZHU30) will range from $1849 to $2149. They will be
available in September 2007 and will also be offered in GE
Profile™ models.
1 Among leading brands, April 2007.
2 With the exception of Trivection® models
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Source: GE Consumer &
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