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Customer Questions and Answers for Oven Bake Element by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM9287496
Manufacturer Part Number: 326791

The Oven Bake Element is an OEM part for Whirlpool ovens. This crucial component is located at the bottom of the oven cavity and is responsible for providing the heat needed for baking. The bake element converts electrical energy into heat, which is then distributed throughout the oven to cook food evenly. 

Common causes of a bad bake element include excessive use, accidental damage during cleaning, or a power surge that can burn out the element. 

Symptoms of a bad Oven Bake Element include:

  • The oven not heating up to the set temperature.
  • Visible damage to the element, such as blistering, cracks, or breaks.
  • Lack of heat when the oven is turned on 
  • An increase in cooking times 

This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

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Hello Beth! The oven bake element is part number 326791. You will not need any other parts. It is normal for the element to spark when shorting out. You will need to unplug the range. Remove the oven racks. In the back of the electric range, there are two screws that hold on a bake element. Remove these two screws and gently pull the element towards the door opening. Remove the wires from the bake element one at a time. You may need to use long nosed pliers to remove the wires. Be careful that the wiring doesn't fall back through the back of the oven. Once the wires have been removed, discard the old element and replace it with the new one. Once the new element is installed, plug the unit back in and test. Hope this information helps

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Saturday, January 21, 2012

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