If your RCA electric stove burner is not working, the problem is usually a failed surface element switch, surface element board, incoming power supply, coil or radiant surface element, or radiant surface element. The surface element switch sends voltage to the burner, and it cannot be repaired, so replace it if swapping the element with another same-size burner shows the element works elsewhere. If two or more burners stop working at once, the surface element board or its relays may be faulty. Check that the range receives the required 220 volts before replacing parts. For one burner, inspect the coil or radiant surface element or radiant element, make sure it is fully seated in the element receptacle, and use a multimeter to test for continuity. a coil or radiant surface element or radiant element that has no continuity has burned out and needs replacement. Always disconnect power before testing or servicing your RCA range. Whether you are troubleshooting an electric stove burner not working, a stove burner not heating, or one burner not working, enter your model number to find the exact replacement surface element switch, surface element board, coil or radiant surface element, or radiant element for your specific range.
01 - RCA Range/Stove/Oven Igniter
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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.
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 - RCA 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.
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.