This switch controls the power to a cooktop surface element, allowing you to adjust the heat level. It connects to the element's wiring and regulates the electrical current that heats the burner. Replace this switch if a surface element won't turn on, stays on one heat setting regardless of the knob position, or does not shut off properly.
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While cooking gumbo using a large 7quart rectangular magna lite pot on a Kenmore pro stove top (approx 10yrs old); across the front w/bridge & rear elements the unit experience an electrical short Jules M. • Marrero , LA • January 02, 2022
I decided to change out the left side element and switch. The parts received from AppliancePartsPros cross-referenced perfectly to the OEM model numbers and appeared to be exact duplicates.
SAFETY ALERT: Must shut off the power! The install required an electrical skill set, but for the most part, the average handyman can snap a couple of pictures or create a color scheme wire chart to ensure the female spade are landed in the proper locations; 15 to be exact. Total install about 1 hour.
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