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How to test range top burner elements

AJ — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 05:01:29 +0000

Testing Range Elements

TESTING THE PLUG-IN SURFACE ELEMENT

1. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1 scale. 2. With the element removed, touch the meter leads to ends of the prongs.

The meter should indicate the following (approximate ±20%) resistance for the indicated element:

8 ” Element = 18 – 20 Ω
6 ” Element = 30 – 33 Ω

AJ — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 05:01:23 +0000

Oven Sensor Temperature Chart

Oven Temperature Sensor

TESTING AN OVEN TEMPERATURE SENSOR

1. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 10 scale.

2. Touch the meter leads to the plug pins (see the illustration).

The meter should indicate approximately 1100 Ω at 75 ˚F. For resistances at other temperatures, refer to the chart below.

NOTE: The readings are approximate.

AJ — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 05:01:44 +0000

Range Infinite Switch

TESTING AN INFINITE SWITCH (ELEMENT CONTROL)

1. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1 scale. 2. With no power applied, disconnect the wires from the control terminals.

Turn the control to the “HI” setting, and you should obtain continuity readings between the following terminals:

L1 and P
L1 and H1
L2 and H2

AJ — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 05:01:11 +0000

Range Part Location

The illustration shows the location of the major components in the electric range.

AJ — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:01:14 +0000

Download Free Appliance Repair Service Manuals

Here is a list of factory websites were you can download free service repair manuals for your appliances.

If you can’t find the Appliance Repair Service Manual you are looking for at one of the above links what should you do?

Simply start a new topic in our Forum asking for the service manual you want.

AJ — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 05:01:09 +0000

This video show you how to troubleshoot the top burners on a gas range.

To learn more about your gas range visit our forum at ApplianceJunk.com Forum.

AJ — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 05:01:52 +0000

This video shows you how to troubleshoot your gas oven.

To learn more about your gas range visit our forum at ApplianceJunk.com Forum.