When your Gibson electric stove burner is not working, start with the surface element switch, then check the surface element switch, surface element board, incoming power, coil surface element, and radiant surface element. A faulty surface element switch can stop voltage from reaching the burner. If two or more burners stop working at once, the surface element board or a power problem is more likely. Gibson electric ranges require 220 volts, so test the voltage at the wall outlet with a multimeter if the range is not receiving proper power. For one burner not working, make sure the coil or radiant surface element is fully seated in its receptacle and inspect it for damage. Test the coil or radiant surface element or radiant element for continuity. A coil or radiant surface element that has no continuity has burned out and must be replaced. These parts are not repairable. Always disconnect power before testing or replacing components, and use care around live voltage. Enter your Gibson range model number to find the exact replacement surface element switch, board, coil or radiant surface element, radiant element, or other part that fits your electric stove.
01 - Gibson Range/Stove/Oven Igniter
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02 - Gibson 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 - Gibson 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 - Gibson 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 - Gibson 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.