Kenmore / Sears Heating Element

This bake element is the oven's main heating element that provides consistent heat for baking and roasting. Replacing a failed element restores proper oven temperature and cooking performance. What it does:

• Heats the lower oven cavity for baking and roasting cycles.
• Common symptom: oven does not heat or reaches lower-than-set temperatures.
• Common symptom: uneven baking or food undercooks on all racks.
• Also check for visible damage, burn marks, or broken connectors.

• Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the appliance before starting any repair.
• Allow the oven to cool fully before accessing the interior; wear gloves to protect against sharp edges.
• Remove the oven cavity access panel or back panel as required to access element mounting screws and wiring.
• Verify wiring connections are secure and test the element for continuity with a multimeter before final reassembly.

This heater assembly provides the heat source for an electric dryer so clothes can dry efficiently. Replaces a faulty heater to restore normal drying performance and shorten cycle times. What it does:

• Heats incoming air so the dryer can remove moisture from clothes
• Restores normal drying when a dryer tumbles but produces little or no heat
• Helps reduce extended drying times caused by a failed heating element
• Works with the dryer's blower and control system to maintain operating temperature

• One heater assembly

• Disconnect electrical power before beginning any repair to avoid shock hazard
• Allow the dryer to cool and wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges
• Follow OEM instructions for routing wires and securing the assembly;

The Bake Heating Element is an OEM Replacement Part for Whirlpool ovens, designed with push-on terminals. It measures 14-5/8" from the front to the mounting bracket, 19" in width, and 2-1/2" from the mounting bracket to the terminal end. The mounting holes on the bracket are spaced 1-7/8" apart, center to center. The terminals are designed as 1/4" male spades and the unit is rated for 2500 Watts at 240 Volts.

Causes of a bad bake element may include repeated heating and cooling cycles over time, electrical malfunctions, or physical damage from impact or exposure to spills.

Symptoms of a faulty bake element include:

• Oven not heating up properly or taking an excessive amount of time to preheat
• Hot or cold spots within the oven cavity, leading to uneven baking
• Visible damage or discoloration to the bake element itself
• Popping or sparking noises coming from the element area

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