I have a Kenmore 36" glass cooktop with 5 radiant elements. Model # 4274
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_02242749000P?vName=Appliances&cName=Cooktops+%26+Ovens&sName=Cooktops
The most powerful burner element (9" 3500W) has stopped working. I
am 95% sure the rotary switch is the problem. The burner would work
with the switch in some postions, but not others. IE: turn it on,
doesn't work, move the knob slightly and it would work. Over a
period of about a month the distance that was required on moving the
knob got larger. Finally, it doesn't work at all. The cooktop is
just under 3 years old.
My parts sheet lists the switch as part # 318120505. A google search
comes back as this being a Frigidaire part #. This switch has a
different part # than the other switches on the unit due to it
controlling a more powerful element.
The switch is not cheap. Is there a way to test the old switch with
an ohm meter or something to make certain this is the problem before
I buy the new switch.
Thanks,
David Cole
note: I knoo this is a cooktop, but the question does involve tools,
testing, etc.
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