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Whirlpool Range Warm Zone Switch Replacement #8272820

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the warm zone switch switch on a Whirlpool electric range. The most common reason for replacing the warm zone switch is the warm zone element not turning on.

All of the information for this warm zone switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool

Tools needed: flat head screwdriver, phillips head screwdriver, pliers

Step By Step Instructions

1
Before you replace the warm zone switch in your range be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the upper rear access panel.
3
Pull the panel down to detach.
4
Note the location of the warm zone switch wires then disconnect them.
5
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to depress the front locking tabs to release the switch assembly then push the assembly forward.
6
You will need to depress the rear locking tabs to release the bezel and button and detach the old switch.
7
Install the new warm zone switch by positioning it in the control panel.
8
Now align the button slide on the bezel snap the bezel onto the switch and snap the assembly into the panel.
9
Connect the wires to the appropriate terminals on the new switch.
10
Reinstall the upper rear access panel by inserting the upper tabs under the control panel then align the bottom tab with the lower access panel.
11
Replace the screws to secure.
12
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your range should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the warm zone switch switch on a Whirlpool electric range. The most common reason for replacing the warm zone switch is the warm zone element not turning on.

All of the information for this warm zone switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool

Tools needed: flat head screwdriver, phillips head screwdriver, pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the warm zone switch in your range be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the upper rear access panel.
3
Pull the panel down to detach.
4
Note the location of the warm zone switch wires then disconnect them.
5
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to depress the front locking tabs to release the switch assembly then push the assembly forward.
6
You will need to depress the rear locking tabs to release the bezel and button and detach the old switch.
7
Install the new warm zone switch by positioning it in the control panel.
8
Now align the button slide on the bezel snap the bezel onto the switch and snap the assembly into the panel.
9
Connect the wires to the appropriate terminals on the new switch.
10
Reinstall the upper rear access panel by inserting the upper tabs under the control panel then align the bottom tab with the lower access panel.
11
Replace the screws to secure.
12
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your range should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

Range/Stove/Oven
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Electric
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