Parts for Maytag MES5875BCS21: 02 - Control Panel Parts

This indicator light lens covers the pilot/indicator lamp opening on the appliance's control panel. It protects the assembly and diffuses the light so operating status is easy to see, restoring a clean, finished appearance when the original lens is damaged or missing.

• Covers and protects the indicator/pilot light opening in the panel
• Diffuses light for clearer visibility of the status indicator
• Helps keep dust, grease, and moisture out of the indicator assembly
• Common symptoms: lens cracked, missing, loose, or discolored; indicator light difficult to see

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing.
• Access the rear of the control panel/backguard to reach the lens area.
• Release the old lens from the panel opening and press the new lens in until fully seated; do not force brittle plastics.
• Reassemble panels, restore power, and verify the indicator is clearly visible.

This sheet-metal pan-head screw secures appliance panels, brackets, and components to the cabinet or frame. Replacing a missing or damaged screw restores a tight fit and helps stop rattles, misalignment, and loosening.

• Fastens sheet-metal panels, covers, ducts, and brackets to the appliance chassis
• Helps keep components aligned and secure during operation
• Replace if the original is missing, rusted, stripped, or damaged
• Common symptoms: loose or vibrating panels, gaps or misaligned parts, hardware that won't tighten

• Disconnect power; shut off gas or water supply before servicing
• Support the panel or part being attached; hand-start threads to avoid cross-threading
• Use the correct driver bit; tighten snugly but do not overtighten into sheet metal
• If multiple matching screws secure a part, consider replacing them as a set for consistent hold

The Infinite Switch is an OEM part for Whirlpool ranges and cooktops, intricately designed to regulate the heat of the burners. This essential component allows for precise temperature control, enabling users to adjust the heat setting from low to high with infinite variability, hence its name. 

The primary causes for these issues often stem from electrical problems within the switch itself, such as worn contacts or internal components failing.  

Symptoms of a malfunctioning Infinite Switch include:

• The burner not heating up or only reaching a single temperature, regardless of the setting
• The burner heating intermittently or not turning on at all
• Unpredictable temperature fluctuations, making cooking difficult and unreliable

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

The Whirlpool Infinite Switch is an OEM part for Whirlpool ranges. Whirlpool electric ranges. This switch controls the multiple heat settings of the small element, allowing the user to select their desired cooking temperature. It is an important electrical component that regulates burner heating cycles.

Symptoms of a bad infinite switch include:

• The element not heating up adequately or failing to maintain temperature
• Inability to select or change heat settings on the
• Burner operates intermittently or fails to heat properly

Causes of a bad infinite switch can include failure over many heating cycles. The electrical contacts within the switch may become corroded or deteriorate from repeated exposure to cooktop temperatures and cooking residue.

It is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore electric range models.

This indicator light installs in the control panel and illuminates when its corresponding function is active. Replace a failed lamp to restore clear status indication, so you can see at a glance when the appliance is operating.

• Lights to indicate a selected function is on (e.g., surface units or oven circuits—varies by model)
• Provides visual confirmation of appliance status during use
• Common symptoms: light will not turn on, stays on constantly, flickers, or the lens is damaged
• Restores proper visual feedback when controls are engaged

• Disconnect power at the breaker before servicing; allow the appliance to cool
• Access the console/control panel and remove the rear cover as needed
• Note wire positions; transfer leads to the new light and secure it in the panel opening
• Reassemble and restore power to test operation

This control panel is the oven/range user interface that lets you set cooking modes, temperature and timers while showing status information. Replacing a faulty panel restores reliable button response and clear display feedback. What it does:

• Provides touchpad/buttons and display for selecting oven/range functions and settings
• Sends user commands to the range control so cooking cycles start and stop as selected
• Failure symptoms include unresponsive buttons, blank or garbled display, or range not accepting settings
• May clear intermittent control errors and restore normal control operation when defective

• Disconnect power to the appliance before removing or installing the panel to avoid shock risk
• Handle the display/touchpad carefully to avoid scratching or bending fragile components
• Verify connectors are fully seated and routed away from heat sources before restoring power

This selector switch controls cycle selection on compatible Whirlpool washers, restoring user control for choosing wash options. It replaces a worn or faulty rotary control so the machine will respond correctly when settings are changed. What it does:

• Selects wash cycles or options via a rotary input, sending the chosen setting to the washer's control system
• Replaces intermittent or non-responsive cycle changes caused by a broken or worn switch
• Helps resolve symptoms like the dial not turning, settings not registering, or inconsistent cycle selection

• Disconnect power and water before beginning any service
• Handle the switch and surrounding wiring carefully; avoid pulling on wires
• Basic panel access and hand tools are typically required