Customer Questions and Answers for Surface Heating Element (Top Burner), Single by Whirlpool

This surface heating element replaces a worn or broken top burner to restore even cooktop heating for electric ranges. Fits the standard drop-in style element used on many Whirlpool-style stoves. What it does:

• Replaces a faulty top burner element so cookware heats again for cooking and boiling
• Conducts electrical power into heat for the cooktop's surface zones
• Commonly used when an element shows visible damage, will not heat, or cycles intermittently
• Matches the drop-in style receptacle and secures into the cooktop opening

• One surface heating element (top burner)

• Disconnect power at the breaker before servicing the range to avoid shock
• Remove the old element by lifting and unplugging from the burner receptacle; install the new element by seating it into the receptacle and lowering into place
• Handle the element carefully to avoid bending terminals or scratching the cooktop