John November 16, 2021 for Model Number FFED3025PSE Right front burner light stays lit even though all of the burners are off?
1 Answer John, this would be a failure in the infinite switch 318293831 for the front-right surface element. Read More...
Charles June 15, 2015 for Model Number PLES389DCD The right front (dual) burner comes on full bore no matter what we set the control switch at. The only thing the switch does control is whether just the small inner burner is on, or both the small and large burners. Do I have a bad switch, or a bad burner. Also, this seems like it could be a real safety issue. Is there a recall, or if not, what is the warranty? Thank you for your time, Charles
1 Answer Hello Charles. It sounds like a bad switch. You will need to check with your manufacturer on the warranty of the unit. We offer a 365 day warranty on all of our parts. Thank you. Read More...
Sue November 23, 2014 for Model Number 79046603500 I have purchased a switch for the rear knob and received one with 5 prongs (PN 318220080) The rear switch I need has 6 prongs for wires (black). PN 318191023 is also not the correct switch for the rear knob it has 7 prongs How can I find the correct switch with 6 prongs for the rear knob?
1 Answer Sue, the infinite switches listed for your model are part numbers 903136-9010 and 318191023. Thanks. Read More...
Mas0731 February 13, 2014 I ordered a new switch per switch diagram and checked its compatibility 5054073-048 / 318191027 has 6 contact points on backside. The original is 5055073-048 / 318191023 has 8 contact points. All contact points are connected on old switch. The contact points missing on new switch are labeled S1 & S2... Please advise where I would connect those two wires too on NEW switch? Better yet getting the correct switch would be preferred. Thank you for your consideration. Marc Spitz
1 Answer Hello Mas0731. We will need your model number to help you with this. Please call 1-877-477-7278 or post your model number with a new question on the parts page. http://www.appliancepartspros.com/modelnumber_locator.aspx Read More...
Charlie January 06, 2014 for Model Number AP3970651 (903097-9010) SWITCH,INFINITE,DUAL The problem first appeared in this switch. The control panel would not come on without this switch being on and then would not operate properly. Inspecting the switch showed contacts obviously bad on the side of the switch. The switch was replaced and the same panel problem was still there. The panel was then replaced and works fine now but still only when the switch is on. Power is removed from the unit until problem is identified to protect the new panel and switch. I'm guessing burner or wiring but don't want to tear into that without some more knowledgeable advise. Any pointers will be greatly appreciated.
1 Answer Hello Charlie, This sounds like a wiring issue. I believe the issue will either originate at the terminal block or at the molex connector that supplies L2 to the surface units. When the one switch is turned on, it allows L2 to be supplied through that switch. This is not a good situation since it will burn that switch out from excessive current flow if more than one surface unit is used with this situation present. In studying the wiring from a similar unit, the Red#1 wire is the wire that is not passing the voltage to all of the surface elements as it should. The first thing I would look at is the whitish colored molex connector supplying power to the surface of the appliance. Look for a tannish or darker color inside this connector that would indicate a poor, lost, or burned connection. Please let us know what you find and if further assistance is required, please provide the model number from the units' I.D. tag so we can work on the same page with you. Read More...
Richard November 13, 2013 for Model Number GLES388DSA Ordered and received a replacement burner control switch for Friqidaire range. (part #3970651) The new part is configured differently than the original and I cannot tell where to connect the wires from the original switch to the new one.
1 Answer Hello Richard. On the back is terminal markings. Match the old up to the new switch. Read More...
Ralph August 05, 2012 for Model Number FES365ESC If I need a switch, does the new switch come with wiring instructions?
1 Answer Hello Ralph, The switch does not come with instructions. All you have to do is remove the back panel after unplugging the unit and remove the knob. Under the knob, you will find two screws. Removing these two screws will let the switch hang by the wires. Remove the first wire and look at how that terminal was labeled and make sure the wire is placed on the terminal on the new switch labeled the same way. Do this with each wire until all of the wires have been transferred. Re-install the mounting screws and double check that no wires are touching anything but the terminals. Re-install the rear control panel cover and plug the unit back into the power supply. Slide it back in and your ready to test it out. Read More...
Ralph August 05, 2012 for Model Number FES365ESC I changed the glass top on my range for the second time, first time no problem, second time sparks flew when I reset the breaker. I checked everything and reset the breaker and all was fine, except the right front burner stays on, on the low setting, and won't shut off. Do I need a new switch ? I never disconnected the element, or the switch
1 Answer Hello Ralph. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like either the element is shorted, or the switch needs to be replaced in the unit. Read More...
Ag S. October 19, 2011 for Model Number PLES389DCE Small burner on dual burner comes on for a few seconds then goes off. Large burner works fine. Is this a switch or burner problen? Thanks.
1 Answer Hi AG. It really needs to be diagnosed to see if you have 240 vac coming out of the switch, and if so will it regulate properly proportionally as you use the switch. It is sometimes easy to physically tell if the contacts have welded shut. You will see a large black burned out area on the switch. This part # is 318191023. The inside "ribbon" of the burner element will physically open and not complete the electrical path or ohm out with an ohmmeter. These are a couple of visual checks to confirm if you do not have a volt/ohm meter. Burner part # is 318198925. Thank You. Read More...