When your KitchenAid electric stove burner is not working, the problem is usually a failed the surface element switch, surface element board, incoming power issue, coil or radiant surface element, or radiant surface element. Start by checking the surface element switch, then inspect the surface element switch, which sends voltage to the burner. If two or more burners stopped working at the same time, the surface element board or its relays may have failed. An electric range needs about 220 volts, so test the outlet and incoming power with a multimeter. For one burner not working, switch it with another element of the same size. If the problem follows the element, replace the coil or radiant surface element or radiant element. a coil or radiant surface element should fit fully into its socket and have continuity. A radiant element can burn out and must be replaced if it has no continuity. These are common causes of an electric stove burner not working, a stove element not working, or an electric burner not heating. Enter your KitchenAid range model number to find the exact replacement part for your specific stove.
01 - KitchenAid Range/Stove/Oven Igniter
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02 - KitchenAid 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.
03 - KitchenAid 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.
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.
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05 - KitchenAid 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.
06 - KitchenAid 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.