Whirlpool WP3196803 Oven Thermostat (Mechanical) OEM Part

Product Details

Genuine Whirlpool part. Whirlpool brands include Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, Kenmore, and others. See all items in Range / Cooktop / Oven Oven Control Or Thermostat.
Whirlpool also makes various appliance models for Sears / Kenmore.

Cross Reference Information

Part Number WP3196803 replaces AP6007870, 3196803, 504934, PS11740995.

Description

This mechanical oven thermostat controls cavity temperature. It senses heat with an attached capillary bulb and cycles the heating source to reach and maintain the set temperature for consistent, reliable baking performance.

• Regulates oven temperature by opening/closing internal contacts based on sensor bulb feedback
• Helps restore accurate preheat and steady cooking temperatures
• Common failure symptoms: won't reach set temperature, runs too hot, wide temperature swings, or continuous heating
• Provides direct temperature control on knob-operated models

What's included: One mechanical thermostat with attached capillary sensor/bulb Install notes:

• Disconnect power at the breaker before servicing; allow the oven to cool completely
• Handle the capillary tube carefully—avoid kinks or sharp bends
• Route and clip the sensor bulb exactly as originally installed for proper sensing
• Restore power and verify operation with an oven thermometer

This part fixes the following symptoms

• Oven is too hot