The Grate Pad is an OEM part for Whirlpool cooktops. It is designed to fit onto the grates of the cooktop, providing stability and protecting the cooktop surface from scratches and damage. This is a kit of four grate pads. If you also need the adhesive, order part number W10841140.
You should replace the grate pads if they become worn out or damaged. Causes of bad grate pads can include exposure to high heat over time, physical damage from heavy cookware, or regular wear and tear from frequent use.
Symptoms of bad grate pads include:
- Grates that wobble or do not sit securely
- Scratches or damage on the cooktop surface
- Uneven cooking due to unstable grates
This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
A spark electrode was cracked; the ignition switches for some burners had failed; and rubber grate pads were destroyed or missing Wayne K. • Redmond , WA • September 26, 2018
Of course, before disassembling anything, I unplugged and turned off the gas supply.
To replace the spark electrode, I removed the drip pan/surface to gain access to the burner assemblies. Next, I unscrewed (with a 1/2" open-end wrench, I think) and disconnected the gas supply tubing from the burner assembly with the cracked electrode, and then unscrewed the assembly itself from the base surface. With the assembly detached, I flipped it over and removed the screw that secured the cracked...
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