Parts for Amana EKS396: 02 - Electrical Components Parts

This oven bake element heats the bottom of the oven cavity to bake and roast foods evenly. Replacing a damaged element restores proper oven heating so your range can reach and hold cooking temperatures. What it does:

• Heats the oven cavity from the bottom to brown and cook foods
• Common fix for ovens that won't heat or take too long to reach temperature
• Replaces elements that are visibly broken, burned through, or no longer glowing
• Helps eliminate uneven baking or cold spots caused by a failed element

• One bake element

• Disconnect power to the appliance at the breaker or unplug before starting any repair
• Handle element carefully; sharp edges and ceramic insulators can break
• Verify terminal connections are secure and avoid touching terminals while energized

Restore top-heat performance with this 240V broil element. It provides the intense overhead heat needed for broiling and finishing, replacing a burned-out or damaged element so your oven broiler works reliably and browns evenly again.

• Supplies the oven's top heat source for broiling and quick browning
• Common failure signs: broiler won't heat, uneven browning, visible breaks/blisters, or a breaker trip when broil is selected
• 240V design for standard residential electric ranges and wall ovens
• Replacing an open/weak element restores proper broiler operation

• Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the appliance before servicing
• Remove oven racks; unfasten the element mounting screws and gently pull the element forward
• Transfer the two wires to the new element one at a time; do not let wires slip back through the liner
• Reinstall and secure; ensure terminals are tight and the element isn't touching oven surfaces before restoring power and testing

Original Whirlpool light bulb, 40 watt.

Symptoms of needing to replace the light bulb include:

• Dimming or flickering light
• Complete lack of illumination inside the appliance
• Visible signs of damage or burnout on the bulb itself

Causes of a faulty light bulb can include normal burnout over time, electrical issues, or physical damage due to impact or vibrations.

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Kenmore, Frigidaire, GE, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore appliances.

The Top Burner Receptacle Kit is an OEM part for Whirlpool ranges and cooktops designed to provide a reliable electrical connection between the stove's top burners and the power source. This kit typically includes receptacles, wire terminals, and mounting hardware necessary for the installation, ensuring that each burner receives the proper electrical current to heat efficiently. 

Causes of a bad top burner receptacle can include corrosion due to spills or moisture, physical damage from heavy use, or natural wear and tear over time. 

Symptoms of a bad Top Burner Receptacle Kit include:

• A burner that doesn't heat up
• Intermittent heating or fluctuating temperatures
• Visible signs of damage or corrosion on the receptacle
• Sparks or short circuits when attempting to use a burner

This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

For the complete terminal block kit order 12001676.

This 6-inch radiant surface element is the heating source for a small burner beneath a glass-ceramic cooktop. Replacing a failed element restores reliable, controllable heat to that cooking zone. What it does:

• Heats the 6-inch cooking zone under the glass top when the control is turned on
• Cycles to help maintain the selected temperature during cooking
• Common symptoms of failure: small burner won't heat, heats unevenly or intermittently, or shows visible burn spots/damage

• 1 six-inch radiant surface element

• Disconnect power at the breaker and allow the cooktop to cool completely
• Lift the glass top or remove the cooktop to access the elements; support the glass to avoid stress or cracks
• Note wire positions and transfer connections to the new element one at a time
• Ensure the element sits flat in its mounting brackets before reassembly and testing