Choose Product
Identify Problem
03
Find Solutions

Admiral Electric stove burner not working

If your Admiral electric stove burner is not working, the surface element switch is the first part to check. This switch sends voltage to the surface element coil, and a failed switch can stop one burner from heating. If your range has another burner of the same size, swap the elements to help identify the problem. If two or more burners stopped working at the same time, the surface element board may have a failed relay. When only one burner is affected, test the element for continuity before replacing the board. An incoming power problem can also keep an electric stove burner from working because the range requires about 220 volts AC. Check the outlet voltage with a multimeter, and use caution around live electrical circuits. Next, inspect the coil surface element or radiant surface element for damage, make sure the coil is fully seated in its socket, and test it for continuity. A coil or radiant element without continuity has burned out and must be replaced. Whether you have an electric stove burner not working, a stove element not working, or one burner not heating, enter your Admiral model number to find the exact replacement part for your range.

01 - Admiral Range/Stove/Oven Igniter

Igniter
Enter model number to search for the required part specific to your product
Top Solution

02 - Admiral Range/Stove/Oven Surface Element Switch

The surface element switch sends voltage to the surface element coil. If the switch is defective, the surface element will not work. If there is another element of the same size on the stove, try switching the elements. If the surface element still doesn’t work, the surface element switch is likely defective. The surface element switch cannot be tested or repaired—if you suspect the switch is defective, replace it.
Top Solution

03 - Admiral Range/Stove/Oven Surface Element Board

The surface element board has relays that regulate the power supply to the burners. If one or more of the relays fails, the surface element won’t work. If two or more burners fail at the same time, this indicates that the surface element board is likely at fault. If only one surface element won’t work, use a multimeter to test the element for continuity. If the surface element has continuity, the surface element board might be defective.
Top Solution

04 - Incoming Power Problem

It is possible that the range is not receiving proper voltage. Electric ranges require 220 volts of alternating current. If the range is receiving significantly less voltage, the surface element won’t work. To determine if the electrical outlet has sufficient voltage, use a multimeter to test the incoming power at the wall socket.
Top Solution

05 - Admiral Range/Stove/Oven Coil Surface Element

First, make sure that the element is pushed all the way into the socket. Second, inspect the surface element for damage. If the element appears to be damaged, replace it. Lastly, use a multimeter to test the surface element for continuity. If the surface element does not have continuity, replace it.
Top Solution

06 - Admiral Range/Stove/Oven Radiant Surface Element

The most common cause when the surface element won't work is the radiant surface element itself. The radiant surface element - or heating element - can burn out similar to a light bulb. If the surface element won't work and it doesn't have continuity, it will need to be replaced. The radiant surface element is not repairable.
Top Solution

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is one burner on my Admiral electric stove not working?
How can I tell whether the surface element or switch is bad?
Why are two or more burners on my Admiral electric stove not working?
How do I test an Admiral stove burner with a multimeter?
How do I find the correct Admiral electric stove burner replacement part?