Customer Questions and Answers for Oven Bake Element by Whirlpool

The Oven Bake Element is an OEM part for Whirlpool ovens. It is responsible for providing the heat required for baking by generating radiant heat at the bottom of the oven cavity. This element ensures that the oven reaches and maintains the desired baking temperature, contributing to consistent and even cooking results.

Causes of a bad bake element can include regular wear and tear, overheating, or physical damage such as cracks or breaks in the element itself. A malfunctioning bake element can lead to uneven cooking and longer preheat times.

Symptoms of a bad oven bake element include:

• Oven not heating or taking a long time to preheat
• Uneven baking results
• Visible damage or burning on the element
• The element not glowing red when in use

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