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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKitchenaid Electric Downdraft Cooktop Surface Element (1300W) Replacement #WPW10342780
Kitchenaid Electric Downdraft Cooktop Surface Element (1300W) Replacement #WPW10342780
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$116.83Estimated Savings
$112.5006:57
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the surface element (1300W) on a Kitchenaid Electric Downdraft Cooktop (model #KCED600GSS2). The most common reason for replacing the element is if it is burned out.
All of the information for this element replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kitchenaid, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" socket or nut driver
All of the information for this element replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kitchenaid, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" socket or nut driver
Step By Step Instructions
1
KitchenAid Electric Slide-In Range - KSEB900ESS2
2
Electric Range Left Rear Radiant Surface Element Replacement
3
Tools needed: Phillips-head screwdriver
4
Shock
5
Be sure to unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply.
6
Open the oven door and use a Phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the control panel?s lower cover.
7
Sharp
8
Remove the cover.
9
Next, unthread the two screws securing the control panel to the frame.
10
Detach the control panel and support it to avoid straining the wires.
11
Now unthread the front bracket screws securing the main top.
12
Unthread the two screws underneath the rear corners of the top.
13
Heavy
14
Pull the main top back and up to remove then set it aside.
15
Detach the left rear radiant surface element retaining clips from the support panel.
16
Note the orientation of the wires then disconnect them from the terminals.
17
Prepare the new radiant surface element for installation by transferring the spring clips from the old element to the new one.
18
Use the numbers engraved on the base to position the clips in the proper locations.
19
Connect the wires to the appropriate terminals.
20
Insert the clips into the slots in the support panel and snap the new element into place.
21
Reposition the main top by sliding the rear edge under the lip of the element support panel, then lower the front edge.
22
Replace all of the screws to secure.
23
Realign the control panel on the front brackets.
24
Secure it with the screws.
25
Replace the lower cover, then thread the screws to secure.
26
Plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply and the electric range should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the surface element (1300W) on a Kitchenaid Electric Downdraft Cooktop (model #KCED600GSS2). The most common reason for replacing the element is if it is burned out.
All of the information for this element replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kitchenaid, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" socket or nut driver
All of the information for this element replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kitchenaid, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, 1/4" socket or nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
KitchenAid Electric Slide-In Range - KSEB900ESS2
2
Electric Range Left Rear Radiant Surface Element Replacement
3
Tools needed: Phillips-head screwdriver
4
Shock
5
Be sure to unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply.
6
Open the oven door and use a Phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the control panel?s lower cover.
7
Sharp
8
Remove the cover.
9
Next, unthread the two screws securing the control panel to the frame.
10
Detach the control panel and support it to avoid straining the wires.
11
Now unthread the front bracket screws securing the main top.
12
Unthread the two screws underneath the rear corners of the top.
13
Heavy
14
Pull the main top back and up to remove then set it aside.
15
Detach the left rear radiant surface element retaining clips from the support panel.
16
Note the orientation of the wires then disconnect them from the terminals.
17
Prepare the new radiant surface element for installation by transferring the spring clips from the old element to the new one.
18
Use the numbers engraved on the base to position the clips in the proper locations.
19
Connect the wires to the appropriate terminals.
20
Insert the clips into the slots in the support panel and snap the new element into place.
21
Reposition the main top by sliding the rear edge under the lip of the element support panel, then lower the front edge.
22
Replace all of the screws to secure.
23
Realign the control panel on the front brackets.
24
Secure it with the screws.
25
Replace the lower cover, then thread the screws to secure.
26
Plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply and the electric range should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Radiant Surface Element
$116.83
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cooktop Cleaner
$29.50
Total$0.00
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