I ordered part AP4009116 (dual heating element) for my Maytag MER5870BAW Stove, and I am having the same issues as listed. I understand that the part changed slightly from what was in my stove. With that said how do I get the two remaining wires attached to the contact point on the new heating element? Is there a special connector that is sold to get both of these on the last piece? If a connector does not exist any suggestions on how to get this to work? Would soldering work? You would think when the engineers made the change they would have known they would have to make a connector so it would be possible for people to get this to work. Thanks.
Russ for Model Number mer5870BAW
Answer Hi. Element kit part # 12002144. Some terminals were relocated by the manufacturer. You'll need to remove the element and varify the terminal numbers in order to wire the element correctly. So, At the sensor assembly : 1A will have the single red wire from the infinite switch. 1B will have the double red wires common to all burner sensors. 2A is pre wired with the jumper tp the element common lead. 2B will have the double tan wires attached, common to all sensors and "hot Surface" lights. At the element side terminals, the terminal farthest from the sensor will have the yellow wire attached , this is the outer ring element circuit. The remaining wire will attach to the terminal closest to the sensor, this is the inner ring element terminal. And the middle terminal should have the "common' lead from the sensor attached to it.
I order a dual element (AP4009116) and I can't seem to get it wired properly. I had the inner element working but not the whole thing could you tell me how it's suppose to be wired.
Adub for Model Number MER5780BAW
Answer Adub, You probably have a crossed wire at the element sensor, especially if you went wire for wire. Some terminals were relocated by the manufacturer. You'll need to remove the element and varify the terminal numbers in order to wire the element correctly. So, At the sensor assembly : 1A will have the single red wire from the infinite switch. 1B will have the double red wires common to all burner sensors. 2A is pre wired with the jumper tp the element common lead. 2B will have the double tan wires attached, common to all sensors and "hot Surface" lights. At the element side terminals, the terminal farthest from the sensor will have the yellow wire attached , this is the outer ring element circuit. The remaining wire will attach to the terminal closest to the sensor, this is the inner ring element terminal. And the middle terminal should have the "common' lead from the sensor attached to it. Good Luck and Thanks
What is the proper wiring of the front dual element AP4009116 on a Maytag MES5870AAB? The element supplied has a dual element, a small inner portion and an outer portion that wraps around the inner. The image that you use on your web site shows the OLD style connections. While the connection points are different than those on the original (two points fused rather than using a jumper wire, no problem). Placing the leads on the new connectors as on the old connectors the element does not function to have both elements on at the same time creating a large heating surface ?
Can you, please, supply the proper lead conection (by Color) for the "new" element design?
Orygunguy for Model Number MES5870AAB
Answer Hi Orygunguy. You did order and receive the correct part number AP4009116. There have been several updates to the elements on several brands. As you noted, there is no wire from the sensor assembly to the element. There is now a permanently fixed umper tab. The heat resistant insulation ring between the outer and inner element has also been removed. Engineers determined, it was an unnecessary component. You should be able to replace the element, and install the wiring location for location(wiring is the same as the old). Your only concern would be to make sure the wires for the 1A and 1B terminals on the sensor device of the old element. Are on the same terminals on the new element, your hot surface light will not work properly if they are not. Thanks for your inquiry.
My s/n is 22505571zk. Which element is needed? It looks like AP4009116.
Wade for Model Number mes5770aaw
Answer Wade, according to your model/serial number the 6" element is part number 12002141, the 8" element is part number 12002142, and the dual element 12002144. Thanks!
How do I install it? Is it hard to open glass top? Do you have any picture to show me, how to open and install? Thanks
Ajit for Model Number Maytag MER6750AAC P/N AP4009116.
Answer Hi Ajit. Remove power. Open door and lock the hinges. Remove the door. Look under the front corners and remove the 2-1/4" screws to lift the top. Support the top so it is safe. Note all wires and use a magnifying glass to see all terminals. Use a black felt marker to scribe the burner mount screws so you use the correct stamped burner mount screws upon reassembly. The new burner needs to be centered correctly. Burner part # 12002144. Thank You.
how to hook up new element . . part #wpl12002144
on new element two connections are welded together. On the old one they had electrical clip ons. Do I need a new element? New element is not the same as old one I want to replace and underneath the old element there is insulated divider from small element to large element that will not fit under new element . . please advise.
Mike for Model Number mer5775aab
Answer Mike, You did order and receive the correct part number 12002144. There have been several updates to the elements on several brands.
As you noted, there is no wire from the sensor assembly to the element. There is now a permanently fixed umper tab. The heat resistant insulation ring between the outer and inner element has also been removed. Engineers determined, it was an unnecessary component. You should be able to replace the element, and install the wiring location for location(wiring is the same as the old). Your only concern would be to make sure the wires for the 1A and 1B terminals on the sensor device of the old element. Are on the same terminals on the new element, your hot surface light will not work properly if they are not. Thanks for your inquiry.