Magic Chef Range 38FA-42TXW Element will not heat

Burner not heating or heating intermittently? This 8-inch surface element restores your cooktop. Easy DIY repair—just unplug the old, plug in the new.

Burner won't heat or heats unevenly? This 6 inch surface element restores consistent cooking temperatures. Simple plug-in replacement takes minutes.

Shallow metal drip pan installs below burner elements to catch grease and spills. Replace when discolored, rusted, warped, or damaged for a clean cooktop.

The Terminal Block is an OEM part for Whirlpool ranges. It serves as a crucial connection point for the range’s electrical wiring, ensuring a safe and reliable transfer of power to the appliance.

Over time, terminal blocks can deteriorate due to factors such as heat exposure, electrical surges, or wear and tear. When the terminal block becomes damaged or corroded, it can lead to poor electrical connections or potential safety hazards.

Symptoms of a bad terminal block include:

• Burnt or scorched connections
• Intermittent power loss to the range
• Difficulty in the range heating up properly
• Visible damage or corrosion on the terminal block

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

Shallow metal pan that sits below burner elements to catch grease and food spills. Replace when cracked, rusted, discolored, or warped for easier cleanup.

Fix F1 error codes and temperature control issues with this oven temperature sensor. Takes about 15 minutes to install—just 2 screws and plug-in wiring.

This bake element supplies the primary heat from the bottom of the oven during the Bake cycle. Replace it to restore proper preheating and even results when the original is burned out, damaged, or no longer heating. What it does:

• Provides radiant heat for baking and preheating from the lower oven position
• Helps the oven reach and maintain the set temperature for consistent cooking
• Common symptoms: no heat in Bake, very slow preheating, uneven baking, or a visible blister/crack in the element
• Restores normal oven operation when the existing element has failed

• 1 bake element

• Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the appliance before servicing
• Remove oven racks; take out the element's mounting screws and gently pull the element forward
• Support and disconnect the two wire terminals; prevent wires from slipping back into the insulation
• Attach wires to the new element, secure with existing hardware, restore power, and test