Electric Range Stove Repair: How To Repair Burner Elements

How To Troubleshoot and Repair Electric Range Burner Elements! How to Fix Electric Stove Burner Elements That Won't Turn On Or Won't Turn Off. This ApplianceAssistant.com Video Will Show How To Fix Electric Range Elements That Stick On Or Won't Cycle Off. How Electric Range Burner Elements Work. How Stove Burner Switches Work. How To Test Stove Burner Element Switches. How To Test Range Burner Elements. How To Check Voltage Supply For An Electric Range. More Range and Stove Troubleshooting, Repair Help, And Appliance Parts Available At applianceassistant.com/Range-S...
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[@DavidBarilAlmonte]

Excellent instructional video. Good clear voice and diction. Clear graphics. Pacing and level of detail bang on. Thanks.

[@BallroomDancinFools]

I was impressed with this clear tutorial, I learned a lot. Many thanks.

[@shawnreid101]

I have great difficulty paying attention to videos, especially instructional. I usually have to watch it a few times to figure them out, but you sir; Need a handshake. Thank you so much! Pofessional and simple. Keep up the great work!

[@billstmaxx]

Excellent info... Thank you

[@KhelanBhatt]

Fantastic video: Concise, accurate AND entertaining.

[@ventutrer]

Great video!! Fixed the stove top just before Christmas. I am now my wife's hero. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@markmadnessbeats]

Just started a new job training in appliance repair and this really cleared up a lot of the parts that have been confusing me. You make it very easy to understand. Thanks so much!

[@charlesyingst1825]

Glad it helped! It took me a while to understand these concepts also. If you are looking for appliance service management software... I have built a web application system that I'm pretty proud of. It's servicenode.work If you check it out and have any questions let me know!

[@applianceassistant]

@thedowntime1 Wow that's encouraging the video is only a few hours old! Thanks for the comment!

[@clairhills5368]

one of the best vids i have seen on this type of repair, exceptionally good. I liked how you showed close up of how the element terminals slide into the copper receptacles

[@applianceassistant]

Thank you for taking the time to comment! Glad you liked it!

[@TheJosa007]

Excellent video, I've done my part helping, I shared it on Facebook. Good luck with the ratings.

[@johnnyandmila65]

Wow! Very well done! Got it. Great summary of what my problems could be. I like your safety moments as well.

[@applianceassistant]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@samuri17]

Excellent video. Clear, concise, and easy to follow. Thanks for sharing this information.

[@applianceassistant]

Thanks for the comment!

[@khaney9667]

Michael Knight I found it annoying. Like it was made for an audience of 12 year olds

[@Mrflymess]

just worked out the problem with my old stove thanks to this video. timeless for those who like a bit of hands-on

[@applianceassistant]

@felipevinalay Thank you for taking the time to leave comment!

[@vycogh]

I found this video and others that you've made very helpful in fixing appliances on my own. The style is very appropriate to get the message across in a light-hearted way and I definitely prefer something humorous than other videos which are poorly lit and boring as hell.

[@sazennonumber]

Thank you ever so much, you just fixed my stove element!! I am far from knowing anything electrical, but luckily my problem was a very simple one. Just had to sand down the wires and all of a sudden, my two coils that did not work (on a new stove!) started working! Now, I just have to fix the rubber that detached from the oven door... 🙄 Brand new! Have to get some silicone glue and do the best I can to seal that oven. I am a woman and I live by myself, so.. long live youtube and the wonderful and kind knowledgeable people who share their talents. Saved me a lot of money and frustration. Thanks again!! 🧡

[@mannyrob]

Great video, fun & informative, thank you for taking the time to make it.

[@kr4d100]

Great video. Gave me some direction that will hopefully lead to the issue Im having. Thank you 🙂

[@ddr5ecc768]

It is a 9 years ago video. However, it explained well with the mechanism. Very helpful. Thanks!

[@vivianematte8536]

Thanks buddy! That was a super presentation! Cheers!

[@l5e5m5]

Thanks so much! Fixed my problem @5:18 The replacement switch I ordered was the issue, the infinite switch was rubbing against the plastic housing causing it to bind and get stuck, not allowing current to flow through. Used a razor blade to remove some plastic and allow the infinite switch to move freely, good as new!

[@applianceassistant]

Now that's what I'm talking about! Good observation skills! thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@applianceassistant]

My pleasure! Unfortunately no, this is the only range video I've made. But in most cases the back panel will come off with a few screws and the switch is held in place by 2 screws behind the knob. You need to order the switch by the range model number which is usually located behind the storage drawer on a sticker on the frame of the range. Make sure you get the right one for that element, they can be different depending on the element size. Good luck! Thanks for the question!

[@applianceassistant]

Thank you! It's a slow difficult process, so this means a lot!

[@alvincoleman3470]

FINALLY!!! I've been searching everywhere for someone to explain in detail about what could be the problem with my stove, and how to set that Multimeter thing-a-majig and actually show what setting. Not only was I tremendously puzzled ( Imma Hairdresser NOT an electrician) and frustrated because I couldn't find a video that went threw and explained it all, I also heard some things I hadn't heard but It made my day because SIR you had me ROFLMGAO. Thank you so much!!!

[@applianceassistant]

Glad I could help! Are you in Louisville? Because I am in serious need of a haircut ; ) Thanks for the comment!

[@gfalani]

THUMBS UP!!!! I think your video is great. Very informative and Entertaining. I'm definitely more confident in trouble shooting my burner issue. Thank you for taking the time to educate others!

[@beanies4811]

Thank you for the video! I think I will need to watch this several times before I can fully understand... I might end up hiring someone, but still wouldn't hurt to understand how everything works. I thought you are very talented. Not just at fixing, but making an entertaining & informative video clip with an ad slipped in for your website! ;)

[@akidojlaw537]

What an awsome and generous tutorial you all put together. Simply, Thank you for all the videos you produce.

[@applianceassistant]

Thanks for that! Glad you enjoy them!

[@Pascalore]

Thank you for the information. I had replaced the entire cook top wiring with a wire set from another brand of range. My brother sent me the replacement from a scavenged unit as mine only had two working burners. Replacement went flawlessly without help but the large element I usually use to boil water now took forever and never fully boiled. Your identifying the amperage range of the switches was the solution I needed. I simply swapped the infinite switches for the left two elements and solved the problem. The right two were already connected correctly. I can only guess that the original stove had both large burners on the front.

[@SeanDee21]

Earlier this afternoon, one of the blocks on my stove burned out and the heat on light remained after after all the switches were turned off, thoroughly freaking me out. After watching this video, I was able to troubleshoot the problem and avoided a potentially hefty repair bill. A couple of new parts and I should be good to go! The video was extremely helpful so keep it up!

[@rxtorres]

Excellent instructional video. Thank you very much!!

[@tomcasavant6470]

Well Done! very informative

[@ballisonfargo]

That was my thinking as well. Ordered a new element last week. Not in love with this range but not ready to replace it yet either.

[@houmanbenz]

i never wrote a comment on you tube.. but this is by far an excellent tutorial. keep them coming

[@edwardlee9163]

Thank you for your information. It is very helpful. It's true that I never appreciate the heat until it is gone. It is time for me to dig in and go to work.

[@applianceassistant]

Perfect! I just ran into my first bad simmer control board last week... Same symptoms. Thanks for the comment!

[@ZeekSuds]

Probably the best video I've seen on this ever

[@pedroguardone2316]

Thanks for the explanation on the infinite switch!

[@bacer5846]

Excellent video! Saved me the cost of a professional technician servicing my faulty burner.

[@TNOffroadPhiDelt]

Great content and information in a nice and tight package. Well done!

[@mr.carlandrelynch4934]

Thank you for the guidance.

[@FreddyT62]

Great video, keep up the great work, Thanks for taking your time to help others.

[@applianceassistant]

Thank you!

[@donaldcouture4882]

where do i send the check, you just saved me a bunch of money ;^)

[@user-sn5hd2jg2s]

Contemplating what to do, recently learned our stove top isn't working. Great video, and agree with others the clarity & technical explanation is very helpful. Like the humble humor too❤. Gives me another hopeful option vs going straight down the tunnel of buying a whole new stove! Thanks

[@applianceassistant]

It's hard to make appliance repair entertaining : ) Thank you!

[@deborahrieser2276]

Good clear well made video, Thanks!

[@hisWACness]

Thanks for the informative video!

[@LienLe1]

Thank you very much. You shined my day. I've just reset the range circuit breaker and it worked. Awesome video. Thanks and thanks.

[@applianceassistant]

Wonderful! Thanks for the comment!

[@HankinsMT]

wow ... Excellent video! well done!!! ... looking forward to more

[@hondagoal]

Thanks for this great video.

[@felplayvina]

great video, thank you for the time to make it.

[@shawnnguyen6902]

I learned a lot after 7 minute video. Thank you

[@Mike-oz7sr]

Thank you I check out the power connection with a meter and only one leg had power so I rewired it and it working great now.

[@applianceassistant]

Perfect, Congratulations!

[@Googaliemoogalie]

this is a good video! great job!

[@applianceassistant]

@Asfxiate Thank you! That really means a lot!

[@applianceassistant]

Glad to help : ) if it is just a cook top then it should have a separate power supply from the oven, so I would still guess that there is some kind of a problem with the electricity getting to the stove top... maybe a loose connection so be careful. Good luck!

[@user-lf7en6rf8m]

Man, thank you, yes there does seem to be alot of info in that video, however it answers all my questions lol, im new to troubleshooting appliances, but you sure remove the intimidation of it, subscribed/ liked/ loved 😊

[@the_stixXx]

I've been repairing my own appliances for a while now. This was a great video that gave me information that was useful. Thanks for sharing.

[@applianceassistant]

Glad it was helpful!

[@applianceassistant]

Thank you!

[@ldr4278]

You are great. Excellent video thank you !

[@jacksmurthwaite6423]

Great video - very entertaining and helpful:)

[@listenmyfriendfranklin6325]

Really a super nice job. Thanks very much.

[@applianceassistant]

That did have a slight speed adjustment but no by much. after they have heated up a few times they are about that fast. Thanks for the question!

[@JuanHernandez-om6wr]

You rock!! Master

[@katrinasondy5269]

your name here i love it 1 of the best vids on here

[@applianceassistant]

Thanks for the input. How was the video from 1:44 on? Did you have a question I can help with?

[@iquit4gud]

awesome video and website! I have an electric glass top stove. one of the elements on the stovetop when turned on, will make a big spark coming from the element, blow the fuse in the electric panel and create some smoke. could it be the switch itself is faulty and pulling too much amps?

[@applianceassistant]

The idea is basically the same the main difference is the need for a pan or pot with a fairly flat bottom for better heat transfer. the only other issue is when your tasty culinary concoction is complete, it is a good idea to move it to a cool surface element because cool down time is fairly slow with electric surface elements. Also if you have a glass top be careful not to use pots and pans that may scratch the surface. Good luck! Thanks for the question!

[@samj1012]

priceless video. many thanks

[@dependableappliancerepair-2313]

Great Video & content.

[@applianceassistant]

Thanks!

[@ryanthomasburns]

Great video by the way!

[@willhezlep5897]

Just fixed my stovetop thanks to this video. It was simply an unplugged wire going to the burner, but I would not have had the confidence or know-how to troubleshoot without the video. Thanks. I also thought it had the perfect balance of humor and info. Thanks again.

[@barrygoodman509]

I once thought that the entire cooktop had to be replaced when one burner failed. Thanks to this video, I've fixed/replaced burner switches and/or burner elements on mine and some of my neighbors glass-top stoves easily and quickly, saving them and me plenty of money in service calls in the process. Thanks.

[@applianceassistant]

That's what its all about! Thanks for the comment!

[@edrodriguez6972]

Great Video. Thanks for the concise info without silly antics.

[@applianceassistant]

Thank you! It's always nice to hear what people really think... It's a tricky job keeping this stuff entertaining and still covering the important stuff in under 7 min. : ) Thanks again for the comment!

[@MrMcSwifty]

This was amazing. Thank you.

[@igiveup240]

top class video, thanks.

[@MsHell1968]

Moving the stove a wire touched the back and zap , the clock and lights come on but the radiant elements do not . I replaced the contact but still do not have elements , any suggestions on where to look next

[@avadawnhunter5443]

This tutorial helped me avoid a tech visit. My breaker was the problem!

[@jankowskyglass]

Hi, I like your entertaining and very informativ videos. Know anything about repairing induction cooktops? This is the 3rd time that one of the cook fields fail and it's run out of guarantee. Is help available or is that too complicated? cheers from spain

[@applianceassistant]

Sorry for the slow response. on the Frigidaire style there are a few Phillips head screws on the under side of the top that you can see when you open the oven door. at that point the top hinges up on two tabs under the back of the top. Be super careful!! you may want to have someone else there to help. If the top breaks it's very expensive to replace! Good luck!

[@naturalcare2373]

Great video, Thanks

[@applianceassistant]

Sorry for the delay, I hope you figured it out. Try using a meter to check for voltage from a screw on the range's frame to a ground connection and see if you get a reading. There is probably a shorted wire somewhere... Then unplug it and check for resistance from each of the plug terminals to the frame as you turn each burner switch on one by one. Hopefully that will help to narrow down where you should be looking. If you still don't find anything look at the oven element wires. Good luck!

[@edwardsorozan4885]

Help have a ge glass slide in range, cook top stoped working, when turning on any ellements the light show which element is on, but no heat, the oven works fine.. suggestions as al the connects appear fine,

[@anniversary4]

This is an awesome video. Thanks for your efforts. Concise and well explained. Helped me alot. I was working on a range that had 2 dual elements and they are both operating erratically. I was thinking it might be due to the temp probe on the element and told "no that probe is simply for the pilot lights so it is most likely the control switch/knob that is the problem. Your video seems to confirm that all the heat cycling is done at the control switch/knob. Is that correct?

[@applianceassistant]

Thats the direction I would try first. Good luck!

[@steamboatdad]

excellent, succinct and fun video. My frigidaire electric oven goes to 375F, but no higher. Is it likely to be the control block, or could it be the heating element?

[@mtha_777]

Liked, subscribed and I want to say this video is helpful

[@curiosity2314]

Perfect!

[@sandymitchell8182]

This was a great video, I didn't understand all of it, but I'm sure if I go to the site I will learn, gave a scribe for all the useful info, 👍

[@rayanderson286]

Excellent presentation.

[@mattbankert]

Thanks! This video helped me figure out the problem with my stove! The element control switches were switched (pun intended), so that the small and large burners were mismatched. It caused the large burner to not really heat at all unless you turned it on high. It must have been that way from the factory. I just switched the switches and everything seems fine.

[@applianceassistant]

Congratulations! Switching switched switches...Perfect! Thanks for the comment!

[@overkillkiller]

A lot of info is better than not enough, so I don't understand the down votes on videos such as this, were those people so stupid that they googled cat videos and watched this and decided to down vote it because there were no cats in it? I didn't google cat videos, i google how to remove the range top and this was on the side, so I might as well educate myself some prior to needing it. Thanks for a great video

[@antonio28360]

saludos amigo muy buen video exelente una preguntica esos bornes trabajam con 220 voltios y si los puedo poner directas sin la placa

[@MrMikkyn]

I am struggling with my heating element, and will probably have to get someone to repair it. But I will continue watching this video, rewatching it. Maybe write down the instructions. Very good video, I just need to study this video carefully.

[@vbos57]

Clear and informative .Thanks for the help. Now my wife doesen't have to' take my word for it !'

[@montyb12]

Great great video!! I have a Frigidaire Galleria and the two front burners on each side won't heat up to red level although they still get warm. What do think the issue is? Thoughts?

[@nerdlinger2]

that's a great video. im gonna subscribe. my friend just told me they got a shock and I thought id try and help her out. I asked if she removed the elements to clean and or saw any defect in the element herself. im waiting to hear back. any advice? I know its an apartment stove and gotta be 3 wire cause that house is old.

[@polancorosahn]

Excellent info, I have a question My electric range, burner when turn on very little red come on and off quickly then little red again so on n off to soon do I need replace the burner I did install infinity switch no to long ago thank you.

[@underground27]

Thank you sir!

[@applianceassistant]

My pleasure : )

[@applianceassistant]

hard to say for sure but it definitely is a shot to the cabinet somewhere... Do you have a model number? I don't know if I will be able to find any diagrams for a range from the 50's but its worth a shot. I would probably just start looking for a short somewhere between the buttons and the heating element.

[@jimpackman9049]

I thought the video's were very well done, easy to follow.