Is the heating element replacable? In other words can I replace just the element if it goes bad or the whole unit?
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I assume that it can, but to be sure you should call Masterbuilt support. They seem pretty responsive. The heating element appears to be mounted similar to an oven heating element. The two ends of the element pass through a small metal plate that is mounted to the inside back wall with two screws. There is an access plate on the outside of the back of the unit at about this same location. It is possible that the element would unplug by removing the two screws holding the plate to the inside back wall. It is also possible that the back plate would need to be removed to get to connections. I did not try to remove the plates to find out.
636117
If you ever tried replacing this element, you're in for a BIG surprise!. There are two small screws-which if you've used this product for awhile-will be caked in soot. Then you have to remove the chip tray AND the two horizontal support bars which have, you guessed it, small screws that are caked in soot. Then you call customer service and HOPE they didn't go home early. My element died within a year, I suggest keeping a spare, unless you can transfer your meals to another smoker like I did. HTH
636118
I assume that it can, but to be sure you should call Masterbuilt support. They seem pretty responsive. The heating element appears to be mounted similar to an oven heating element. The two ends of the element pass through a small metal plate that is mounted to the inside back wall with two screws. There is an access plate on the outside of the back of the unit at about this same location. It is possible that the element would unplug by removing the two screws holding the plate to the inside back wall. It is also possible that the back plate would need to be removed to get to connections. I did not try to remove the plates to find out. I assume that it can, but to be sure you should call Masterbuilt support. They seem pretty responsive. The heating element appears to be mounted similar to an oven heating element. The two ends of the element pass through a small metal plate that is mounted to the inside back wall with two screws. There is an access plate on the outside of the back of the unit at about this same location. It is possible that the element would unplug by removing the two screws holding the plate to the inside back wall. It is also possible that the back plate would need to be removed to get to connections. I... » Read More I assume that it can, but to be sure you should call Masterbuilt support. They seem pretty responsive. The heating element appears to be mounted similar to an oven heating element. The two ends of the element pass through a small metal plate that is mounted to the inside back wall with two screws. There is an access plate on the outside of the back of the unit at about this same location. It is possible that the element would unplug by removing the two screws holding the plate to the inside back wall. It is also possible that the back plate would need to be removed to get to connections. I did not try to remove the plates to find out. « Show Less
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I found the information I needed by going to the GE website and searching in their archives. I had the same symptoms and after ordering and replacing I found the old burner had a 'blow out' in the coil preventing a complete circuit. It wasn't hard to replace, on my stove I had to open the oven door and undo a couple of screws on the stovetop lip and raise it like a car hood. I would recommend taking pictures of the old unit showing the screw locations and wire locations as this makes it easier to replace everything. The replacement part mounting hole number were off but thanks to the picture I replaced it in same location.
1293878
If you have to ask, it is apparent that you hain't either mechanically inclined or familiar with elecftronics. Therefore, it may be to your benefit to take the unit into a certified repair shop as advised in the instruction sheet which came with the heater. Having it professionally repaired might prevent injurry to yourself or some other human bean. You fuggin' numbskull.
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Since it is a Whirlpool Oven, the heating element should be a direct replacement. You can check at:www.repairclinic.com for the element; from their catalog it appears that the element WILL work. PLEASE be aware though that YOU may have to adjust the oven control thermostat to obtain the proper temperature. Once you replace the element, get an oven thermometer that hangs on rack to verify temperature of oven agrees with the control setting.
818160
Yes, we replaced ours after 6 years. Everything is sent to replace the housing, grid, wiring and power cord.
954778
I can't tell you if you need it or not. Ours quit working and we replace the circuit board first, and it still didn't work. So we replaced the heating element and the fridge works great now. The heating element might have been all we needed to start with. It's the cheaper part to start with, too.
1479863
No I would not recommend that... The change in current may fry the heating element.
600943
why do you need an instruction booklet ? The problem is simple : when the heating element is worn out, you cannot replace it. And this element does not last long. It is planned obsolescence. My only advice would be : don't buy it. ms ms
1513024
Nope. If the unit is broken in "any way" I was told you need to replace the entire thing. They'll charge you a $40 hold for a replacement unit. When they receive your broken unit then they refund it. It. Takes. Forever!!!! I swear their customer service is run by one guy. Not kidding. If I had to repurchase...I wouldn't
1090741
Yes it is. This same heating element pulled up when I ran your model #, it is the same part #.
986624
When mine stopped working, I asked my father (who was a small applicance repairman back in the day) to look at it. He told me it's a "closed system." He couldn't get the unit open to even look at it, let alone repair or replace it. Not sure the manufacturer could help. When I called them about mine, they told me that amazon would replace the whole thing - which they didn't. Amazon told me they don't carry this heater anymore and instead, gave me a refund.
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Do you still have the product information? If not, look on the heater to find the company name. Then do a search with the company name. If you can't find this on the internet, then try to type in Quartz Radiant Heater element replacement. There has to be some company out there that sells them. It also helps to take a picture of the heater and the element if you have to send an attachment of what it looks like. Good luck to you.
890613
Have you opened the case? Is it the tank itself or a piece of burned plastic tubing? Othewise the answer is yes. The tank/heater part is separate from the hot water spiget and is very easy to switch. However, is the plastic tubing is the problem, you do not need the whole new unit. Just make sure that the replacement tubing is heat resistant. Hope it helps. Lena
1914561
Correct - just remove the old unit and replace with the new unit. Should take less than one minute...
322577
Not likely, I've had 2 of these do the same thing, either the heating element went out or the sensor that detects that there is water in the unit is bad, either way the repair part required would probably be to expensive to replace, so enjoy you nice big oversized toaster.
1512909
Be safe, get a new one. They are cheap. You loose lateral heat shielding when part of the base is broken.
1688419
The majority of the posts are positive. However, a few fuss about "breakage" and/or the heating element dying out after a couple of uses.What model is yours? I am begining to comprehend the proper uses and the best recipes, but "model numbers" are not given with the posts.MML