Customer Questions and Answers for Surface Element Coil (6-Inch, 1250W) by Whirlpool

Restore steady cooking performance with this surface element coil. The 6-inch, 1250-watt burner replaces a worn or open coil so your range heats properly for everyday simmering, sautéing, and boiling.

• Generates heat on a 6-inch cooking zone for boiling, sautéing, and simmering
• Fixes a burner that won't heat or only heats intermittently
• Addresses uneven heating or unusually slow warm-up
• Helps when the coil shows visible breaks, blistering, or burned spots

• Disconnect power at the breaker and let the cooktop cool completely
• Remove the old coil and inspect the receptacle/terminal block; replace if burnt or loose
• Align prongs and press the new coil fully into the receptacle; ensure the support bracket seats in the drip pan notch
• After installation, test the burner with a pan to ensure even heating