Parts for Craftsman 917288080: Steering Parts

This is a replacement rotary potentiometer for appliance control panels—provides smooth variable input for temperature/speed/setting adjustments so the appliance responds correctly to user control changes. What it does:

• Acts as the variable resistor that the control knob uses to set temperature, speed, or other settings
• Restores accurate user input when original control becomes intermittent, jumps, or fails to change settings smoothly
• Helps eliminate erratic readouts or unresponsive knob adjustments linked to a worn or faulty potentiometer
• Works as the electronic interface between the knob and the appliance control board

• Disconnect power before accessing internal control panel to avoid shock or damage
• Handle PCB and connector pins carefully; avoid bending leads or contaminating contacts
• Replace only with the exact part number listed and reassemble panel alignment before testing