Keith November 30, 2014 for Model Number mer5550baw My oven temp is off by at least 85 deg. I've changed the oven sensor and still no luck. Any ideas ?
1 Answer Hello Keith. If the sensor is new, you will need to order and replace the control board on the unit. Read More...
Katrina July 31, 2014 for Model Number Amana smooth top stove My indicator light is also on but the burners are not hot and turn all the way off. I suspect it is my large front right burner, because I used it last. Is there a way that I can troubleshoot without a tester, such as unplugging each inf. switch to see if the light goes off? Also, can I switch out one large burner switch with the other and temporarily leave the bad switch disconnected, so that I can still prepare meals until I determine the problem and order the right part? Thanks in advance for your reply!!!
1 Answer Katrina, On the infinite switches there is a terminal P that would be for the on indicator light. If you unplug from the switch whichever one is bad should turn the light off. If it is the hot indicator light then one of the burners would be the issue. Read More...
Josie December 05, 2013 for Model Number GR448LXPS2 Hi- my large front burner stopped working. Everything else is working fine. Is there an easy was to tell if it is the infinite control switch or the surface element? Not sure what to buy Thanks!
1 Answer Hello Josie. Test for power on the switch at H1 and H2 with the switch on. If there is power there, element is bad. No power, the switch is bad. 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 Read More...
1 Answer Hello JR. Test for power to the control board. If there is power there, and the board does not send power to the elements, you will need to replace the board. 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 Read More...
Karen April 01, 2013 for Model Number MER5770AAB Hi. The front dual burner stopped working on our stove, so, assuming it was the element, I ordered a new one. As we started to change it out, my husband discovered that a wire was loose and burned -- so it is doubtful the element was bad. He changed the element anyway, but since the wiring is different from our 14 year old stove -- I think there are extra wires now --- he wasn't sure how to hook it up. Now, when I turn on the front burner, it burns HOT only. And, if I turn on the back right burner, the front inside burner comes on too. Now what do we do? I figure we need a new Infinite Switch, but also need wiring instructions. Please help!
1 Answer Karen, The proper element wiring is Double red to 1b, red to 2b, yellow goes to outside element, tan goes to inside element, single red that comes off harness with tan and yellow goes to the limiter. and Single red from surface element goes to 2b. Read More...
Karen March 29, 2013 for Model Number Mer6741bab My indicator light stays on all the time for the surface all burners are off
1 Answer Karen, If it is the surface on indicator light you then the problem would be in one of the infinite switches. You will want to check from P to L2 on each of the switches with the switches in the off position. If there is 120 vac then the switch is bad and needs to be replaced. Read More...
Don M January 16, 2013 for Model Number 6892XVS The burners seem to have a mind of their own when it comes to temperature control. Does that me I need to replace the burner control switches? If so how do I get to the switches? Thanks, Don
1 Answer Don, Your first check should be at the elements and receptacles on the cooktop. Turn power off, remove the elements and drip panes and check the recepatcle openings, and end of the element terminals for damage and arc marks, and make sure the elements snap and lock in place tightly when inserted in the receptacle. To access the burner switches, you'll need to remove the burner knobs and bezels, raise the cooktop, use a putty knife to press in on the two spring clips and lift up on the corner of the cooktop, use a prop rod to hold the top up while working on the switches. Read More...
Stacey November 20, 2012 for Model Number Maytag MER6755AAQ Bottom element will not heat, have replaced element and still no heat. We have tested the element and heat sensor with a omh reader and they seem to be fine. What else could be causing it?
1 Answer Check for 120 volts coming from the control board to the element. If it is not there, you will need to order and replace the control board W10769079 in the unit. 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 Read More...
Greg November 09, 2012 for Model Number MER5770BAW The digital control board on my oven does not work and the oven will not turn on. The top range however does work. The control board stop working when I had a power surge from a power outage last year and I smelled something electrical burning. I took the control board out to inspect it and noticed a small burn mark behind the glass window. I'm thinking I need to replace the control board but not sure. Any advice would be great.
1 Answer Hello Greg, Based on the information provided you will need to replace the control board WP5701M556-60. Read More...
Eben November 09, 2012 for Model Number Maytag MER5730AAA When I turn on the oven the preheat light turns on then quickly off and the bottom heating element wont heat the oven at all. The broiler works. I replaced the bottom heating element but it is still doing the same thing.
1 Answer Hello Eben, You should test the bake circuit of unit. First thing to do, using multi-meter check for line voltage of 120vac across L1 and Bake on control board. If there is voltage then you would need to replace Control WP12001628. If there is no voltage then you would want to check the bake element with turned on for 240vac. If no voltage then you will want to check the wiring to the element. 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 Read More...