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Customer Questions and Answers for Burner Switch (Surface Element Control) by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18033906
Manufacturer Part Number: WP7403P367-60

Replacement burner switch that controls the heat level for an electric range surface element, restoring proper temperature selection and burner responsiveness. Use this switch when a burner is unresponsive, stuck at one setting, or heats erratically. What it does:

  • Regulates power to a surface element so you can select low-to-high heat settings.
  • Replaces a failed surface control switch that prevents burners from changing temperature.
  • Common symptoms it can fix: burner won't heat, stuck on one setting, no click/response, or inconsistent heat.
  • Works as the control interface between the knob and the element on compatible electric ranges.
What's included: One burner switch. Install notes:
  • Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the range before starting any repair.
  • Photograph or label wires before removal and match terminals exactly when installing the replacement.
  • Use insulated tools and avoid contact with live terminals; restore power only after reassembly.

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For Whirlpool Burner Switch (Surface Element Control) (Part Number: OEM18033906)

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PT, The ignition switches are individual components, so you will need to order the number needed to replace the damaged switch(s). You will need to remove power to the cooktop, and once you get access to the switches, you'll need to use a small straightened metal paper clip or similar "tool". You'll need to insert the paperclip into the opening with the wires until the internal locking tab is released and tug out on the wires to remove them. to install the wires just insert them into the opening as far as possible, then tug out lightly on the wire to make sure it is "locked" in place.

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Al, Your post indicates two possible issues, The burner that doesn't click at all, could be due to a faulty igniter switch or wire. The tapping sound and only one burner igniting would indicate an isue in the spark module, or wiring as well. You forgot to attach a model number, so these would be the "basic" checks to make. Thanks

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Hello Rick. Test the spark switches WP7403P367-60 in the unit. In the off position, they should read open for continuity. If one is reading closed in the off position, it is bad. Also, check all the wiring on the unit for a bare spot in the wire and it making contact to metal. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html

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Hello Joe, There are only four components in the ignition system. The spark module 12001596, the ignitor WP3412D024-09, the start switch WP7403P367-60, and the harness. The first thing I would look for is a dropped ground. It is a common problem for a spill to cause a poor connection to ground as the ground wire is generally connected to a steel plate and it's connected to another, until you finally get to the chassis. Loosen and retighten all of the screws you can get to as this will many times clear the problem. When you turn on one of the burners they will all "click". If none of the ignitors are firing when you try any of the burners, you probably have a bad spark module. If they all work unless you try the one, it's probably a switch on the valve or a bad ignitor or wiring (ground). Remember, you have multiple parts so you can try a switch from a neighboring burner and if it works then, you have a bad switch. To try a different ignitor, you can temporarily swap the wires to the inoperative one to the one that works. This will enable you to try all parts until you have narrowed the problem down to the one that's defective. Let us know if we can assist you any further.

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