The Bosch 36” NET5654UC 500 series stainless steel electric cooktop is almost the exact replica of the Bosch 30” NET5054UC 500 series stainless steel electric cooktop except that the NET5654UC unit is 36 inches whereas the NET5054UC unit is 30 inches big. Because of its bigger size, the Bosch 36” NET5654UC unit is a 5 element cooktop compared to Bosch 30” NET5054UC which only has 4 elements.
Bosch 36″ NET5654UC Electric Cooktop
In terms of appearance, the Bosch 36” NET5654UC electric cooktop looks premium with its stylist design in a black glass that is abutted in a thin stainless steel strip at the front and back.
Equipped with five elements, this unit offers a choice of eight different zones. A bridge element is a very useful feature that is equipped in the Bosch 36” NET5654UC electric cooktop. The effective bridge function links a front element with a back element, giving you a single control for the combination. This is very effective for oversized pots and Dutch ovens used for preparing slow-cooking soups and stews. Oblong roasting pans also benefit from this combination of elements.
The front zone of the Bosch 36” NET5654UC electric cooktop adjusts to 5, 7 and 8 inches and is ideal for smaller pans. The rear zone adjusts up to 9 inches and makes a good choice for large pots and odd-shaped pots such as roasters.
Bosch 36″ NET5654UC Electric Cooktop Elements
The control of the Bosch 36” NET5654UC electric cooktop is embedded in a sophisticated electronics panel. This unit comes with a higher price tag compared to unit which offers conventional control such as those comes with knobs. It really depends on what you like. Some people like to deal with knobs as they are simpler. But I prefer the embedded electronic panel as they are integrated right into the glass surface of the Bosch 36” NET5654UC electric cooktop which makes the cooktop looks futuristic as well as easy to clean the surface since there are no bulky knobs to clean around.
The Bosch 36” NET5654UC electric cooktop has a feature called PreciseSelect™ which allows easy changes of heat level by selecting any of the 17 different levels. The different heat level allows precise temperature control that cater to multiple levels suitable for butter melting, soup heating, spaghetti sauce simmering and deep frying.
Bosch 36″ NET5654UC Electric Cooktop Controls
One often overlooked but welcome touch is the keep warm function. I find that the keep warm function that is available in this Bosch 36” NET5654UC electric cooktop on each element to be a welcome convenience. Every dish on the cooktop could be easily kept warm until serving time. Moreover, the keep warm function is useful for melting chocolate or butter aside for keeping foods and dishes warm.
All five elements of the Bosch 36” NET5654UC electric cooktop have hot surface indicator lights for safety, since the unit retains heat even after shutoff. It is important not to touch the elements or rest any non-cooking items on them until the lights indicate the heat has dissipated.
Other features that are available in the Bosch 36” NET5654UC electric cooktop are Clean Lock and Child Lock functions. Clean Lock function prevents unwanted changes to settings while you clean spillovers while Child Lock prevents the cooktop from being accidentally switched on as well as locks temperature settings if in use.
The Bosch 36” NET5654UC electric cooktop is a fine performing and rapidly heating cooktop, this model falls into the category of quirky, interesting, yet unique products.
Pro: Sleek and unique design, embedded digital controls, 5 elements that also include a bridge element and tones of useful features.
Con: Lack PowerStart feature which is available in the 30” NET5054UC unit. The 36” NET5654UC also lacks some powerful features such as AutoChef, Steel and Glass Touch Control as well as a CountDown Timer which are only available in more premium models.
Summary of Bosch 36 Inches NET5654UC Electric Cooktop Features:
Appearance
- Sleek Touch Control Panel Offers a Choice of 17 Settings for Unprecedented Temperature Control.
- Features PreciseSelect – Touch Controls with Direct Cooking Selection.
- Front and Back Stainless Steel Strip for a Premium Look.
Performance
- Bridge element accommodates oblong pans and multiple diameter sizes
- Dual element offers the capability to use multiple pan sizes
Convenience
- Clean Lock – Prevents Unwanted Changing of Settings while Cleaning Spill-Overs.
- Keep Warm function allows meals to remain ready to serve.
Safety
- 2-Level Heat Indicator – Warns if Cooktop is Warm or Hot.
- ChildLock – Prevents the Cooktop from Being Accidentally Switched on. Locks Temperature Settings if in Use.
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