Customer Questions and Answers for High Limit Switch by Ge

This high limit switch is the appliance's over-temperature safety device. It opens the circuit if internal heat rises beyond a safe threshold, helping protect wiring and controls and restore dependable operation once the underlying overheating issue is resolved.

• Monitors temperature and interrupts power when heat exceeds its limit to prevent damage
• Also called a safety thermostat or thermal cut-off
• When tripped or failed, common symptoms include no heat, shutting off during use, or loss of power to the bake/broil circuits
• Overheating events from blocked vents or cooling fan issues can trigger this safety

• Disconnect power at the breaker and allow the unit to cool completely before servicing
• Access location; note wire positions and transfer one lead at a time to the new switch
• Mount firmly and flush to its bracket/surface so it senses temperature correctly; do not bypass this safety
• After replacement, verify airflow and cooling fan operation and run a brief heat test