{"id":18796,"date":"2025-06-06T07:50:39","date_gmt":"2025-06-06T14:50:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=18796"},"modified":"2026-07-14T12:36:55","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T19:36:55","slug":"how-to-test-and-replace-the-thermal-fuse-on-a-whirlpool-range","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-test-and-replace-the-thermal-fuse-on-a-whirlpool-range\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Test and Replace the Thermal Fuse on a Whirlpool Range"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how to test and replace the thermal fuse on your Whirlpool range with this step-by-step guide to restore heating and safety.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":18831,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_yoast_wpseo_focuskw":"Whirlpool range thermal fuse","_yoast_wpseo_title":"%%title%% %%page%%","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"Learn how to test and replace the thermal fuse on your Whirlpool range with this step-by-step guide to restore heating and safety.","_aviaLayoutBuilderCleanData":"[av_image src='https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/20250605_0956_Colonial-Kitchen-Atmosphere_simple_compose_01jx05y0bae709pqqqvsg0j0kh-1500x630.png' attachment='18831' attachment_size='featured_large' copyright='' caption='' styling='' align='center' font_size='' overlay_opacity='0.4' overlay_color='#000000' overlay_text_color='#ffffff' animation='no-animation' hover='' appearance='' link='' target='' title_attr='' alt_attr='' lazy_loading='disabled' id='' custom_class='' av_element_hidden_in_editor='0' av_uid='av-mbjgx3la' admin_preview_bg=''][\/av_image]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size='' font_color='' color='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-mbi8obbs' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all rely on our stoves and ovens to cook delicious meals, but when the thermal fuse blows, they stop working. 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Here are some tips to keep in mind:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always power off and unplug your appliance or switch off the circuit breaker before you attempt any maintenance or replacement work. This keeps you safe by eliminating any risk of electric shock.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the appliance has recently been used, give it plenty of time to cool down before working on it.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your time while working to prevent accidents and personal injuries. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rushing is the enemy of precision.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work in a well-lit area so you can see and access appliance parts.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your workspace free of clutter and other obstacles. Keep children and pets away from the work area.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never work on internal parts with wet hands. Make sure the work area is completely dry.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the user manual to see if there are specific installation or safety instructions related to your appliance or replacement part.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be gentle when handling or removing parts. Excessive force might damage the appliance or cause personal injury.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear insulated work gloves to protect your hands from sharp metal parts and debris.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When working with wires, avoid touching any exposed wires or terminals. If you need to touch a wire, use a non-conductive tool or wear insulating gloves to prevent electrical shock.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always take photos or make a note of wiring terminals or other connections before disconnecting them to make reassembly easier.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t test live voltage with a multimeter if you\u2019re unfamiliar with how to prevent short-circuiting.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider wearing safety glasses and\/or a dust mask when working with chemicals, dust or a large amount of debris to prevent irritation or injury.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to test & replace the thermal fuse on a Whirlpool range<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Access the thermal fuse<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If possible, carefully pull the range away from the wall to access the back panel.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure the range is unplugged from the power outlet to avoid any electrical hazards.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a 1\/4 inch nut driver, remove the screw located at the bottom of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-change-out-a-faulty-terminal-block-on-an-electric-whirlpool-range\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">terminal block shield<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push the shield down to release it, then pull it away from the range. Set the shield aside.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the 1\/4 inch nut driver, remove the screws securing the back oven panel, starting from the bottom.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once all screws are removed, carefully pull the back panel away from the range and set it aside.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Locate the thermal fuse and disconnect one of the wires attached to it.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2: Test the thermal fuse<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set your multimeter to the continuity setting (usually represented by a sideways Wi-Fi symbol).<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the meter probes on the terminals of the thermal fuse.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listen for an audible tone, which indicates continuity.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the fuse has continuity, it\u2019s functioning correctly. If there is no tone, the fuse has failed and needs to be replaced.<\/span>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3: How to replace the thermal fuse<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disconnect both wires from the thermal fuse.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw that secures the thermal fuse in place.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the faulty thermal fuse from the range.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take the new thermal fuse and place it in the same position as the old one.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the Phillips screw you removed earlier to mount the new thermal fuse securely in place.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reattach the wires to the terminals on the new thermal fuse.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Position the back oven panel onto the range and secure it with the 1\/4 inch screws you removed earlier.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insert the terminal block shield into its mounting slots, lift it up, and secure it with the last 1\/4 inch screw.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plug the range back into the power outlet or turn the breaker back on.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional information<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for reading! We hope this guide helped you replace the thermal fuse in your Whirlpool range.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you still need some replacement parts, grab your model number and head over to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We have over two million parts in stock and most orders arrive in two business days. If you need some help with finding the right part or placing an order, you can contact our team at 1 (877) 477-7278.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you\u2019re waiting for your new part to arrive, you can explore our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/\"><b>DIY blog<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and watch thousands of video tutorials on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@appliancepartspros\/videos\"><b>our YouTube channel<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow us on <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/facebook.com\/appliancepartspros\"><b>Facebook<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/applpartspros\"><b>Twitter<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/appliancepartspros?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==\"><b>Instagram<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see our 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