Things You'll Need:
- Exposed coil element stove
- Replacement coil element
- Work gloves
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Step 1
Disconnect your stove from its power source. This can be done either by unplugging it from the wall or, if you're unable to easily reach the power cord, shutting off the corresponding circuit breaker in your home's breaker box.
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Step 2
Reach under the coil you wish to change and carefully lift it up a few inches. On most models of electric stoves, you can lift them up from the side of the coil that is closest to the left or right edge of the stove, depending on which coil you're removing. If you're unsure, use a flashlight to see where the coil connects to the stovetop.
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Step 3
Pull the coil outward. The contacts should slide out from the receptacle. The receptacle is the device that the coil plugs into. The contacts are the two prongs attached to the coil that connect to the receptacle.
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Step 4
Insert the contacts of the new coil element into the receptacle ports and press firmly until the contacts are fully seated. Once the contacts are attached, slowly lower the coil into position until it's properly seated.
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Step 5
Plug your oven back in or flip the circuit breaker to the "On" position.
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Step 6
Turn your stove on briefly to test the new coil. Don't be alarmed if there is a slight odor coming from the new element. This is normal. The odor is the result of trace materials on the outside of the coil, leftovers from manufacturing, that are quickly burned off with the first use.
