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the local appliance parts, appliance repair and maintenance tips website! You have come to the right place for tips and
information on Stove Repair and Maintenance. A handy DIY homeowner can use this information
to keep their electric range working like new.
This information applies to most makes and models of electric ranges
including Amana, Bosch, Crosley, Electrolux, Frigidaire, GE, Hotpoint, Jenn
Air, Kenmore, Magic Chef, Westinghouse,
Whirlpool and more.
Most
electric ranges similarly designed with elements on a cooktop and inside the
oven that heat up when electricity flows through them. The cooktop will have 4 to 6 burners. The three most common types of elements are
coil elements, Euro burners and the radiant element. All are controlled by a surface burner switch
which can be set at variable settings from low (simmer) to high (boil).
Coil
elements are the most common and economical of the three, made from an alloy of
nickel and chrome. When the element
heats up it glows red hot. They usually
plug into receptacles which allow for easy removal for cleaning.
Euro
burners are solid and smooth. They heat
with electricity but do not glow red.
The radiant
element is covered by a glass or ceramic top.
Use care with type of burner and cook with pans that are specifically
designed for ceramic cook tops to avoid damage to the elements.
There are
two types of elements in the oven: one
on top for broiling and one on the bottom for baking. The thermostat controls the temperature and
the selector switch determines the function, bake, broil, self-clean and
timed-bake.
Maintenance Tips for Electric Ranges:
Home
appliances last longer and perform better when properly maintained. Be sure to unplug the unit before beginning
service.
Use
non-abrasive cleaners for the exterior of the stove. Add ammonia to warm, soapy water to cut
grease.
Follow
directions in the owner’s manual for self-cleaning ovens.
Replace drip
pans every couple years if they are permanently stained to keep the stove
looking new.
Clean up
spills immediately to prevent them from becoming cooked-on and more difficult
to clean.
Many parts
on electric stoves are easy to replace; simply unplug the old part and plug in
a new one.
Read Easy Spring Cleaning Tips for kitchen appliances.
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