Customer Questions and Answers for Surface Element (6-Inch Coil) by Whirlpool

This 6-inch surface coil element restores reliable heat to one burner on your electric range. Replace a burned-out or damaged coil to bring back consistent, even heating for everyday cooking.

• Provides cooking heat for a 6-inch burner position on electric ranges/cooktops
• Helps resolve a burner that won't heat or heats intermittently
• Addresses uneven heating or visible hot spots on the coil
• Replaces elements with visible breaks, blistering, or burned terminals

• Disconnect power at the breaker and allow the cooktop to cool completely before servicing
• For plug-in coil models: lift the element, pull straight out of the receptacle, and remove from the support/drip pan
• Align the new element's terminals with the receptacle, push firmly until fully seated, and set into the support
• Inspect the receptacle and wiring for heat damage and replace any compromised components before use