Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairGE Electric Cooktop Coil Surface Element Replacement #WB30M1

GE Electric Cooktop Coil Surface Element Replacement #WB30M1

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the 6” coil surface element on a GE electric cooktop. The most common reasons for replacing the element are if it doesn’t work or won’t turn off.

All of the information in this surface element replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint, Kenmore, RCA

Step By Step Instructions

1
Before you replace a surface element in your cooktop you should shut off the power supply to the appliance.
2
To remove the surface element, lift the element up to a 40 degree angle and pull to detach the terminals from the receptacle.
3
Before you install the new surface element make sure the drip pan is properly aligned with the notch in the pan directly opposite the receptacle.
4
Now insert the element into the receptacle and align the metal support with the notch in the drip pan.
5
With the repair completed, turn the power supply back on and your cooktop should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the 6” coil surface element on a GE electric cooktop. The most common reasons for replacing the element are if it doesn’t work or won’t turn off.

All of the information in this surface element replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint, Kenmore, RCA
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace a surface element in your cooktop you should shut off the power supply to the appliance.
2
To remove the surface element, lift the element up to a 40 degree angle and pull to detach the terminals from the receptacle.
3
Before you install the new surface element make sure the drip pan is properly aligned with the notch in the pan directly opposite the receptacle.
4
Now insert the element into the receptacle and align the metal support with the notch in the drip pan.
5
With the repair completed, turn the power supply back on and your cooktop should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

Range/Stove/Oven
Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Electric Cooktop
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
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