Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Gas Range Main Top Replacement #W10527866

Whirlpool Gas Range Main Top Replacement #W10527866

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the main top on a Whirlpool gas range. The most common reason for replacing the main top is if it is cracked or burned.

All of the information in this main top replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide

Tools used: phillips head screwdriver, quarter-inch wrench, half-inch wrench, putty knife

Step By Step Instructions

1
Before you replace the main top on your range unplug the power cord
2
Carefully lift off the burner grates and remove all of the burner caps.
3
Using a phillips-head screwdriver, unthread the screws securing the burner heads.
4
Disconnect all of the spark wires from the surface igniters attached to the heads.
5
Now insert a putty knife under the main top to release the retaining clips.
6
Detach the main top and use a quarter-inch wrench to unthread the screw to release the grounding wire.
7
You can now set the old main top aside.
8
Before you install the new main top insert the spark wires in the orifice holders to secure them.
9
Now set the main top on the frame and secure the grounding wire with the screw.
10
Position the right side of the main top first by hooking the rear edge on the mounting tab so the top is seated under the vent.
11
Now position the rear edge on the left mounting tab.
12
Making sure the orifice holders protrude through the holes in the main top snap the front edge into place.
13
When replacing the burner heads first connect the spark wires to the surface igniters.
14
Align the heads and rethread the screws to secure.
15
Replace the burner caps and reposition the grates.
16
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 instructions for replacing the main top on a Whirlpool gas range. The most common reason for replacing the main top is if it is cracked or burned.

All of the information in this main top replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide

Tools used: phillips head screwdriver, quarter-inch wrench, half-inch wrench, putty knife
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the main top on your range unplug the power cord
2
Carefully lift off the burner grates and remove all of the burner caps.
3
Using a phillips-head screwdriver, unthread the screws securing the burner heads.
4
Disconnect all of the spark wires from the surface igniters attached to the heads.
5
Now insert a putty knife under the main top to release the retaining clips.
6
Detach the main top and use a quarter-inch wrench to unthread the screw to release the grounding wire.
7
You can now set the old main top aside.
8
Before you install the new main top insert the spark wires in the orifice holders to secure them.
9
Now set the main top on the frame and secure the grounding wire with the screw.
10
Position the right side of the main top first by hooking the rear edge on the mounting tab so the top is seated under the vent.
11
Now position the rear edge on the left mounting tab.
12
Making sure the orifice holders protrude through the holes in the main top snap the front edge into place.
13
When replacing the burner heads first connect the spark wires to the surface igniters.
14
Align the heads and rethread the screws to secure.
15
Replace the burner caps and reposition the grates.
16
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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Subtype
Gas
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