Hi, folks,

Well, for one reason or another that would take too much bandwidth to go
into, I'm having to cancel my order for a new Viking gas range. So, I have
this 30" GE electric coil cooktop that I put in myself to replace an ancient
push-button electric coil top range that was beyond its prime, if it ever
had one. I knew when I put it in that I'd be replacing it in a couple-three
years, and those couple-three years are now past.

My choices now are to stay with this range, which is barely adequate, or
upgrade to a ceramic electric cooktop. I don't think I want to go induction.
And, again for reasons that would take too long, gas isn't really an option.
And, I already have a new wall oven, so buying a whole range isn't in the
cards.

So, I'm wondering what I will get if I spend the money to replace this
coil-type cooktop with a ceramic cooktop? Is the performance increase enough
to justify the expense?

Thanks for listening. Have a cyber beverage of your choice on me, especially
if you reply!

EZ

"EZ" > wrote in message
>
> So, I'm wondering what I will get if I spend the money to replace this
> coil-type cooktop with a ceramic cooktop? Is the performance increase
> enough to justify the expense?

You get a range that is pretty, but does not necessarily cook any better.
Start by comparing the wattage of the burners.

"EZ" wrote:
>
> Well, for one reason or another that would take too much bandwidth to go
> into, I'm having to cancel my order for a new Viking gas range.

We've got plenty of bandwidth.

> And, again for reasons that would take too long, gas isn't really an option.

Why not... and make it good.

Sheldon

On May 22, 7:18?pm, Sheldon > wrote:
> "EZ" wrote:
>
> > Well, for one reason or another that would take too much bandwidth to go
> > into, I'm having to cancel my order for a new Viking gas range.
>
> We've got plenty of bandwidth.
>
> > And, again for reasons that would take too long, gas isn't really an option.
>
> Why not... and make it good.
>
> Sheldon

I find my new Jenn Air electric very nice. The wok coil element from
my old Jenn Air works in the new one and it makes for great stir fry.
I tried a ceramic top range and did not like it at all. Just my
opinion.

Edwin Pawlowski wrote:
> "EZ" > wrote in message
>>
>> So, I'm wondering what I will get if I spend the money to replace
>> this coil-type cooktop with a ceramic cooktop? Is the performance
>> increase enough to justify the expense?
>
> You get a range that is pretty, but does not necessarily cook any
> better. Start by comparing the wattage of the burners.

Thanks for your reply. That's kinda what I thought.

Google is your friend. From the Whirlpool site:

"Electric range output is measured in Watts. Electric coil ranges usually
have two high-output elements (8-inch coils rated 2,600 Watts) and two
low-output elements (6-inch coils rated 1,500 Watts). For smoothtop ranges,
different models have different combinations of elements. Small, low-output
elements with ratings from 1,200 to 1,500 Watts are sized for a small
saucepan. A medium-output element (typically 1,800 watts or so) would handle
a larger saucepan or small frying pan. High-output elements of 2,000 watts
or more will accommodate large pots such as a stockpot. Some models also
offer a high-speed coil-a helpful feature that provides fast,
high-temperatures for boiling and frying."

EZ

pamjd wrote:

> I find my new Jenn Air electric very nice. The wok coil element from
> my old Jenn Air works in the new one and it makes for great stir fry.
> I tried a ceramic top range and did not like it at all. Just my
> opinion.

Thanks for your opinion. I am leaning toward just keeping my GE 30" coil
cooktop. I installed it myself about 2 or 3 years ago, to replace a
push-button unit that was failing. I thought I'd want a better range after a
few years, but I kinda like this one. It's stainless steel, and still shiny
after a few years. With lots of different folks cooking on it, including
kids in from out of town, it's very easy to use, nearly indestructable, and
if I ever burn out a coil (as I've done in the past with other units), it's
a two-second job to unplug the bad one and plug in a new one. And there's no
glass cooktop to worry about.

Looks like I've talked myself into staying pat with this one. Thanks for the
assistance.

EZ