Customer Questions and Answers for Bake Element (2800W) by Whirlpool

This lower bake element supplies the primary heat for Bake cycles, restoring consistent oven temperatures and even results. Replace a burned-out or damaged element to resolve no-heat on Bake, extended preheat times, and undercooked food.

• Heats the oven cavity from the bottom during Bake cycles for proper cooking
• Restores heat when the original element is burned out or broken
• Common symptoms: no heat on Bake, very long preheat, uneven or undercooked results
• Visible damage such as blistering, cracks, or breaks indicates replacement

• Disconnect power at the breaker before servicing
• Remove oven racks, take out the element's mounting screws, and gently pull the element forward
• Transfer the two wires one at a time; do not allow wires to slip behind the oven liner
• Reinstall the element and screws, restore power, and test Bake