Otis Singleton
Replacing the coil in an electric oven is a simple process that can be done in under an hour. First, you need to purchase a replacement coil, which can be bought from the oven manufacturer or online appliance parts retailers. Once you have the correct replacement part, you can remove the old coil by unscrewing it and unplugging the wires. Then, install the new coil by plugging in the wires and screwing it into place. Finally, turn on the oven to test the new coil.
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What You'll Learn
Turn off the power and unplug the oven
Before attempting to replace the coil in your electric oven, it is crucial to prioritise your safety by turning off the power and unplugging the oven. This step is essential to ensure your safety during the replacement process by preventing the flow of electricity to the oven.
To start, locate your home's main circuit breaker and switch off the breaker that powers your oven. Typically, this will be a double-pole breaker labelled for 30, 40, or 50 amps. It is important to confirm that you have turned off the correct breaker. You can do this by using a non-contact voltage tester to check for voltage at the wire ends connected to the oven. If voltage is still present, return to the circuit breaker and try turning off a different breaker.
After ensuring that the power is off, the next step is to unplug the oven from the wall outlet. This step provides an additional safety precaution, guaranteeing that no electricity is flowing to the oven. If your oven is hardwired and cannot be unplugged, ensure that you have definitely turned off the correct circuit breaker.
Now that the power is off and the oven is unplugged, you can safely proceed with the next steps of replacing the coil in your electric oven. Remember to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines throughout the entire process.
As a further safety precaution, you may also want to remove the oven racks and, if necessary, the oven door, to provide more space to work and better access to the coil. It is also recommended to wear general-purpose work gloves to protect your hands from any sharp metal shards that may be present inside the oven.
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Remove the oven racks and door
To remove the oven racks, first turn off your oven and unplug it from the wall to guarantee no electricity is connected. This is an essential safety precaution. If your oven has gliding racks, pull the rack out fully. Lift the back of the rack to detach it from the grooves inside the oven. Then, simply remove the rack. If your oven has stop-locks, pull the rack forward along the top of the rack supports. Then, lift the rack up and out.
If you need to remove the oven door, you should first consult the oven's manual for specific instructions. If you do not have access to the manual, search online for the make and model of your oven, followed by 'how to remove the door'.
You may not need to remove the oven door to replace the coil. Removing the cooking racks should provide you with enough space to access and replace the heating element.
If you are removing the oven door to clean it, be sure to use a microfiber cloth to avoid scratching the glass. Use a small amount of natural dish soap with warm water and wipe the outside of the door, focusing on areas with a lot of grime. You can also use baking soda and vinegar to clean the oven door.
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Disconnect the old coil
Disconnecting the old coil from your electric oven is a straightforward task that can be done safely by following a few simple steps.
First, ensure your safety by disconnecting the oven's power source. Unplug the oven from the wall outlet. If the cord is not accessible, turn off the appliance's circuit breaker in your home's circuit breaker box. Double-check that the power is off by confirming that no lights turn on and none of the burners heat up when turned on.
Remove the oven racks and, if necessary, the oven door to provide better access to the workspace. Some ovens may also have a base panel or cover that needs to be removed to access the heating element.
Locate the heating element and mounting bracket at the back of the oven. Gently pull the element and bracket away from the back wall of the oven, sliding it out a few inches to expose the wires connected to the element. Ensure that the wires do not slip back into the oven housing. You may need to temporarily tape the wires to the oven wall with electrical tape.
Now you are ready to disconnect the wires from the old coil. Confirm that there is no voltage present in the wires by touching the probe of a non-contact voltage tester to each wire end. Carefully disconnect each spade wire connector from the heating element. Use needle-nose pliers if necessary, but be sure to pull only on the metal connector, never on the wire itself, to avoid damage.
With the wires disconnected, you have successfully completed the critical step of disconnecting the old coil. The next step would be to install the new coil by connecting the wires to the new coil's terminals and securing it in place.
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Install the new coil
Before installing the new coil, ensure that you have purchased the correct replacement part for your oven model.
Now, to install the new coil:
First, line up the screw holes of the new coil with the metal screw plates in your oven. You may need to use pliers to force the wire connectors onto the probes and ensure they are fully inserted. Then, use a screwdriver to secure the coil in place.
Next, reconnect the terminal wires. Ensure that the wires are securely attached to the new coil. Use pliers if necessary, but be careful only to pull on the metal connector and not the wire itself to avoid damage.
Once the new coil is securely in place and the wires are connected, restore power to the oven. Plug the oven back into the wall outlet, or turn on the circuit breaker to resume power.
Finally, test the new coil by turning on the oven and setting it to "Bake." Allow a few minutes for the oven to warm up. The new coil should glow with a consistent bright orange color, indicating it is heating up properly.
Your new coil is now installed and functioning!
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Test the new coil
Once you have installed the new coil, you should test it to make sure it works. First, restore power to the oven and set it to "bake". You should feel heat radiating from inside the oven. If the oven is heating up, the coil is working.
If the oven is not heating up, there may be an issue with the coil or another component. First, check that the coil is not physically broken or blistered. With the oven off and completely cooled, perform a simple check to see if there is a crack or series of scuff marks on the coil. Run your hand around the coil to look for breaks or rough textures. If the coil is damaged, it will not transfer heat properly and will need to be replaced.
If the coil is intact, you can perform a continuity test with a multimeter to determine if the coil is working correctly. This assesses whether the coil is properly receiving electrical signals from the oven. Plug the red and black cords into their slots on the multimeter. Turn the dial to the lowest number available in your ohm range (usually 200 ohms). Put the coil on the floor and touch the metal probes to each other, then to the coil’s terminals. If your multimeter shows zero or infinite resistance, the coil needs to be replaced.
If the coil passes the continuity test, the issue may lie elsewhere. You may need to dig deeper into other oven components to identify the problem.
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Frequently asked questions
If your oven isn't warming up properly, you might have a faulty heating element. You can test this by checking for any signs of damage or "blistering". If there is no obvious damage, turn your oven on and see if the element heats up—it should become bright red. You can also check the resistance with a multimeter.
First, make sure your oven is unplugged or that the circuit breaker powering it is turned off. Remove the oven racks and, if necessary, the oven door for better access. Then, remove the base panel covering the heating element. Gently pull the heating element and mounting bracket away from the oven wall, being careful not to damage the wires. Disconnect the wires from the heating element and remove the old element. Install the new element by connecting the wires and sliding the element into place. Secure the element with screws and turn the power back on to test the new coil.
You can purchase a replacement oven coil from the oven manufacturer or from online appliance parts retailers. You will need your appliance's model number, which should be printed on a metal plate located on the oven door jamb, frame, or under a burner.
Replacing an oven coil is a simple process that can usually be completed in less than an hour. It requires no special skills, just some basic household tools like a screwdriver and needle-nose pliers.
