How to Test and Change an Electric Stove Burner

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Slide stove away from the wall.

   This allows access to the plug where the electric stove is plugged in.
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   Step 2: Unplug the stove.

   CAUTION:
   Electric stoves use 220V electric service which can be deadly if not treated with caution. , WARNING:
   Make sure burner is completely cool from any previous use.
   
   Lift up on the burner.
   
   One side will lift while the other stays in place.
   
   Gently pull on the side that has lifted up.
   
   Pull away from the side which is in place as if you are trying to unplug it.
   
   The burner will come out, revealing two prongs on the burner and a socket that the prongs plug in to on the stove. ,, If your meter reads a resistance, often between 10 and 50 ohms, your burner is good.
   
   If your meter shows no reading, there is no continuity and the burner needs replaced.
   
   New burners can be purchased at a hardware store or major retailer. , You must insert the burner at an angle similar to how the old burner was removed., If it does not sit flush, pull it back up and make sure it is plugged in to the socket all the way., The stove should now be working properly.
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   Step 3: Locate and remove the burner that is not functioning properly.

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   Step 4: Turn your volt-ohm meter on

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   Step 5: and use the 200 ohm (200 Ω) setting.

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   Step 6: Place one lead of your meter on each prong of the burner.

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   Step 7: Locate your new burner and slide the prongs into the old burner’s open socket on your stove.

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   Step 8: When the prongs are fully inserted

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   Step 9: let the burner down making sure it sits flush on the stove.

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    Step 10: Plug in the stove and slide it back in to place.

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