Moving the heating elements underneath a sealed glass surface makes a smoothtop range easier to wipe down than a coil-top model, but it also means a cracked or heavily scratched surface is a bigger concern than cosmetic wear — a compromised glass top can expose the radiant element or wiring beneath it and should be evaluated before continued use.
Key Features
- Freestanding electric range with a ceramic glass smoothtop cooktop
- Radiant elements beneath the glass surface
- Digital touchpad or mechanical dial control depending on production year
- Self-clean cycle on most units
Most Common Issues on This Model
01
A cooking zone not heating despite the glass surface being intact
02
Glass surface scratched, chipped, or cracked
03
Self-clean cycle ending with the door still locked