DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the door/drawer handle on a Kitchenaid electric slide-in range (model #KSEB900ESS2). The most common reason for replacing the handle is if it is damaged or missing.
All of the information in this handle replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide
Step-By-Step Instructions1
KitchenAid Electric Slide-In Range - KSEB900ESS2
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Electric Range Door/Drawer Handle Replacement
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Tools needed: Phillips-head screwdriver, pliers
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Be sure to unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply.
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If replace the oven door handle, fully open the door and rotate both door hinge locks back.
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Partially close the door, then lift and pull the door toward you to remove.
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With the handle side down, set the door on a sturdy surface.
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Use a Phillips-head screwdriver or a number two square driver to unthread the three screws on the bottom of the door assembly and the two screws in the upper corners.
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With the screws unthreaded, lift out the inner door panel.
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Now unthread the two mounting screws securing the door handle and bracket.
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Install the new door handle by aligning it on the outer door.
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Reposition the bracket, then thread and tighten the mounting screws.
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Join the inner and outer door panels together.
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Thread the five screws to secure.
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Reinstall the oven door by inserting the door hinges into the hinge slots at a forty-five degree angle.
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Lower the door to its fully open position, then rotate the hinge locks forward.
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If you?re replacing the warming drawer handle, pull out the drawer and remove the rack.
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Next, use pliers to bend the slide rails outward to fully detach the drawer assembly ? this may require some effort.
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Set the drawer upside down on a sturdy surface.
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Use the Phillips-head screwdriver or the number two square drive bit to unthread the screws from the bottom of the front panel.
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Turn the drawer assembly over and remove the top screws.
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Detach the drawer from the front panel.
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Set the insulation and the inner panel aside.
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You can now unthread the mounting screws to release the old drawer handle.
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Align the new handle on the panel, reposition the support washers, then thread and tighten the mounting screws.
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Replace the inner panel and the insulation.
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Realign the drawer on the front panel and rethread the top screws.
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Turn the drawer assembly over and rethread the bottom screws.
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With both slide rails pulled out, align the slots in the drawer assembly with the tabs on the slide rails and snap the assembly into position.
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Plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply and the electric range should be ready for use.