Customer Questions and Answers for Electric Range Surface Burner Element by Whirlpool

Ben, It isn't difficult at all, it's more awkward than anything else. You also need to be careful with the cooktop glass, you don't want to chip or shatter it. No, most replacement parts do not come with instructions, unless there is a wiring or engineering change, then you get an instruction sheet. Your brother should be able to perform the repair for you, being an electrician, he probably has the mechanical and electrical knowledge needed.