4-6
SURFACE ELEMENTS
SINGLE
TERMINAL
(BARRED)
BOTTOM SIDE
OF ELEMENT
SINGLE
TERMINAL
(OPEN)
BOTTOM VIEW OF ELEMENT
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM
To test a surface element, perform the follow-
ing steps:
1.
Use an ohmmeter and set the range switch
to R x 1.
2.
With no power applied, disconnect one
wire from the element terminals.
3.
You should obtain the reading for the
element as listed in the following chart.
If the resistance reading is not within the range
shown, the element is defective and should be
replaced.
WARNING
Test Procedure
Whirlpool
Part No.
Voltage
Rating
Total
Wattage
Resistance
(Cold)
3196428
240 VAC
1200 ±5%
40
Ω
±5
3196429
240 VAC
2000 ±5%
27
Ω
±5
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect from electrical supply before ser-
vicing unit.
Failure to do so could result in death or
electrical shock.