DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the power cord on a Whirlpool gas range. The most common reason for replacing the power cord is if nothing is working on the range and the control board is not at fault; the power cord is only very rarely defective.
All of the information in this power cord replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide
Tools used: phillips head screwdriver, 5/16 inch socket or nut driver, pliers, flat head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the power cord on your range make sure the old cord is unplugged.
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Lift up the left side of the range and support it.
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Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the bottom of the left side panel.
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With the screws unthreaded, remove the support and lower the appliance.
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Now remove the screws securing the support braces to the side panel.
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Unthread the lower mounting screw.
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Unthread the screws securing the spark module cover to the side panel.
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Pull the side panel out, being careful not to bend it, and prop it open.
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Using a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver, unthread the screw to release the power cord grounding wire.
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Disconnect the power cord wire harness.
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Use pliers to depress the tabs to release the power cord strain relief and a flat-head screwdriver to pry the old cord free.
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Install the new power cord by inserting the wire connecter through the hole in the rear panel and snapping the strain relief into place.
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Connect the wire harness.
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Remove the support and reposition the side panel.
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Secure the lower mounting screw.
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Position the grounding wire and secure it with the screw.
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Rethread the screws to secure the spark module cover to the side panel.
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Realign the support braces and secure the screws.
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Lift the range up and support it then thread and tighten the screws to secure the bottom of the side panel.
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Remove the support and lower the appliance.
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With the repair completed plug the new power cord in and your range should be ready for use.