Parts for Maytag MEC5536BAS: 01 - Body Parts

This infinite switch is the user-control that regulates heat output to an electric range surface burner, restoring precise low-to-high heat selection and reliable burnering. It's a direct-replacement control for a single surface element. What it does:

• Controls the power level to a single electric cooktop surface element so you can set low, simmer, and high heat.
• Replaces a switch that causes a burner not to heat, not to change heat settings, or that remains stuck at one setting.
• Works with rotary knob input to vary the element temperature through multiple detents.
• Restores safe, predictable burner response when the original switch has failed.

• One infinite switch only.

• Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the range before starting any work.
• Verify wiring placement and mark wires before removal; match terminals exactly on the replacement.
• Typical access requires removing the cooktop or rear console—your model's service sheet or OEM instructions.
• Wear work gloves and eye protection.

Replacement infinite switch that restores variable heat control for a surface heating element on an electric range, letting you adjust burner temperature smoothly and accurately. What it does:

• Regulates power to a surface heating element so the burner produces the selected heat level.
• Replaces a failed or worn rotary control that no longer changes element output.
• Common symptoms: burner won't heat, only heats at one setting, temperature jumps or fluctuates, or knob turns with no effect.
• Fits behind the console and connects to existing element wiring and control knob.

• Disconnect the appliance power before removing the console or control panel to avoid electrical shock.
• Confirm wire locations and take a photo before disconnecting to ensure correct reconnection.
• Secure the switch in place and reconnect wires firmly; test all settings after reassembly.

This infinite switch replaces the surface-burner control on electric ranges, restoring variable heat selection for a single cooktop burner so you can adjust cooking temperature reliably. What it does:

• Regulates the power delivered to an electric surface burner to provide variable heat settings.
• Replaces a failed or worn infinite switch that prevents changing burner temperature.
• Common symptoms: burner won't heat, burner remains at one setting, heat level can't be adjusted, or heat is inconsistent.
• Use only with compatible range models.

• Disconnect power to the appliance at the circuit breaker before you begin.
• Access the control panel per your model's service instructions; note wire locations or photograph them before removal.
• Reconnect wires to matching terminals and secure mounting hardware; restore power and test the burner.

This wire harness routes power and control signals between appliance components, restoring electrical connections for proper operation. It replaces a damaged or worn harness to help resolve intermittent power, control failures, or component non-responsiveness. What it does:

• Provides the factory wiring paths for power and signal distribution between control and components
• Restores lost or intermittent electrical connections caused by frayed, burned, or broken wires
• Helps stop symptoms such as no power to a module, controls not responding, or certain functions failing
• Matches OEM connector groups and wire lengths for a direct replacement

• One wire harness assembly

• Replace only with the exact OEM harness; disconnect power before beginning work
• Take photos or label connections before removal to ensure correct reassembly
• Secure harness away from heat sources, sharp edges, and moving parts to prevent future damage

This genuine replacement screw secures appliance components so panels, brackets, and assemblies stay tight and properly aligned. Replacing stripped, rusted, or missing hardware restores a solid fit and helps prevent rattles, shifting, or looseness over time.

• Fastens panels, brackets, and internal parts to maintain proper alignment
• Helps resolve issues caused by missing or damaged screws
• Restores secure mounting after service where original hardware is lost
• Use when threads are stripped or the screw head is damaged and won't tighten

• Disconnect power; turn off gas supply if applicable before servicing
• Match screw location and length to your model's parts diagram for correct placement
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; use the correct driver bit
• Snug firmly but do not overtighten to prevent damage to mounting points