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

Radiant surface element for smooth-top electric ranges that restores consistent heat to a 6-inch burner so cookware can reach and maintain proper cooking temperatures. Ideal when a burner fails to heat evenly or stops working. What it does:

• Heats cookware via the cooktop's 6-inch radiant zone for boiling, simmering, and frying.
• Replaces a worn or damaged smooth-top element to restore normal burner performance.
• Common symptoms: burner won't heat, only part of the burner heats, or the burner cycles instead of holding steady heat.
• Designed for glass/ceramic cooktops—handle carefully to avoid damage.

• Disconnect power to the range before beginning any repair to prevent electrical shock.
• Allow the cooktop to fully cool; handle the glass element carefully to avoid chipping or cracking.
• Seat electrical connectors securely and align the element in the cooktop opening; do not force.