Customer Questions and Answers for Infinite Control Switch (Surface Element) by Ge

This surface element infinite switch controls power to an electric cooktop/range burner. Replacing a worn switch restores smooth, adjustable heat and resolves issues like a burner stuck on high, not heating, or cycling erratically.

• Regulates power to the surface burner by cycling voltage to maintain the heat level set by the knob
• Common failure symptoms: burner won't heat, only heats on high, won't shut off, or heats unevenly/intermittently
• Mounts behind the control knob in the control panel; one switch controls one surface burner
• Helps restore precise temperature control across low-to-high settings

• Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the appliance before servicing
• Pull off the knob, access the control panel, and note wire locations (take a photo)
• Transfer wires one at a time to matching terminals on the new switch; secure the switch to the panel
• Reassemble, restore power, and test burner operation through all settings