Customer Questions and Answers for Broil Element (Oven) by Whirlpool

This electric broil element mounts at the top of the oven cavity to deliver direct radiant heat for broiling and finishing. Replacing a failed element restores strong, even top heat so foods brown properly and Broil works as designed.

• Supplies top-of-oven radiant heat during the Broil cycle for searing and browning
• Replaces a burned-out or cracked element that no longer heats
• Common symptoms: no heat in Broil, weak/uneven top browning, visible breaks or blistering, or tripping the breaker when Broil is selected

• Turn off power at the breaker and allow the oven to cool completely before service
• Remove oven racks; take out the element's mounting screws, gently pull the element forward, and disconnect the two spade terminals—support wires so they don't retract into the insulation
• Transfer any mounting hardware from the old element if needed; reconnect terminals fully, secure the element, restore power, and test Broil
• Inspect terminals/wiring for heat damage and replace compromised connectors before reassembly