Kenmore Cooktop 790.40503600 (79040503600, 790 40503600) Parts

The Terminal Block Kit is an OEM part for Frigidaire appliances, typically used for connecting house power to various electrical appliances like ranges and dryers. This kit includes includes screws, nuts, and a unique terminal block. It plays a critical role in the power supply system by providing a reliable connection point for the appliance's main power cord, preventing loose connections and potential electrical hazards.

Symptoms of a bad Terminal Block Kit include:

• Signs of burning or melting at the connection points,
• Flickering power or intermittent operation of the appliance,
• A burning smell from the appliance area.

Causes of terminal block failure often involve loose connections that can lead to arcing and overheating, improper installation, or general wear and tear that degrades the integrity of the electrical contacts.

This OEM replacement is also compatible with Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, and Kenmore models.

Burner not heating or burned out? This surface heating element restores your cooktop. DIY-friendly repair with online video guides available.

Burner won't heat or gets no power? This surface element supplies heat to your cooktop. Easy DIY fix—test for power at terminals first.

If your cooktop burner won't heat, stays on high, or won't turn off, a faulty burner control switch is often the cause. DIY repair in 15-30 minutes.

Fix burners that won't turn off or fail to heat with this control switch. Restores reliable on/off operation. Moderate DIY repair for experienced users.

Removable griddle plate that sits over range burners to create a flat cooking surface. Replace yours if cracked, warped, or worn for even cooking.

Indicator light signals power and active burners on your cooktop control panel. Replace when dim, cracked, or failed. Verify fit with your model number.

A replacement hex-head screw used to secure appliance regulator brackets and similar small components. Restores proper fastener fit so panels and brackets stay firmly attached. What it does

• Fastens regulator bracket and related sheet-metal components
• Provides a secure threaded connection for components where an 8-18 thread is specified
• Helps eliminate looseness or rattling caused by a missing or damaged screw
• Matches the nickel/chrome finish commonly used on interior mounting locations

• One hex head screw (8-18 x 3/8), nickel finish

• Intended for use where an 8-18 x 3/8 hex screw is specified by the manufacturer
• Tighten to snug; avoid over-torquing which can strip sheet-metal threads
• Turn off power to the appliance before accessing internal components
• If the original screw used a lock washer or threadlocker, replace or reapply as appropriate

Secures your cooktop heating element in place and maintains proper electrical contact. Replace if your spring is worn, broken, or missing to restore stability.

Secures the heating element to the cooktop surface. Replace if your original spring is broken, missing, or no longer holds the element firmly in place.

This switch controls the power to a cooktop surface element, allowing you to adjust the heat level. It connects to the element's wiring and regulates the electrical current that heats the burner. Replace this switch if a surface element won't turn on, stays on one heat setting regardless of the knob position, or does not shut off properly.

Mounting spring that secures the heating element in place on your cooktop. Replace if spring is broken, stretched, or missing to properly hold element.

This wiring harness connects key electrical components inside the appliance to restore reliable power and signal routing. Designed to replace a damaged or worn harness so components receive consistent electrical connections. What it does:

• Provides the electrical pathways between the control board and internal components
• Restores lost or intermittent power/signal to affected parts
• Helps resolve symptoms such as intermittent component operation, no power to a circuit, or failure of a component to respond
• Prevents arcing or shorts caused by damaged wires or connectors

• One replacement wiring harness as shown

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any work
• Verify connector orientation and fully seat each plug until it clicks
• Route the harness along original wire paths and secure with existing clips or ties