This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the terminal block on GE electric ranges. As long as I have a good connection, is there really any risk with using this stove? Electric contact connection melted, shorting out the range. It was immediately obvious by the charred circumference of sooty death what had happened: the terminal block had heated to melting and resulted in the Main Black Wire terminal block to arc through the bakelite insulation to the block retainer plate (the quickest path to ground), melting the whole shebang, including vaporizing the screwed down end of the Main Black Wire (is that common? Screw was not tightened enough causing a bad connection and overheating. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. JavaScript is disabled. Thinking about buying a new one? Buy It Now. Purchased new terminal block and power cord from AppliancePartsPros.com and was able to replace the block and power cord which were both fried! Thanks! Get it as soon as Thu, Dec 10. For General Electric Range Oven Terminal Block Kit # OD6233023GE541. Manufacturer part number 5303935058 I bought this terminal block kit as a replacement for the broken one in my Admiral electric range. WFG720H0AS1 Whirlpool Gas Oven Doesn't Stay At Temperature. 4.2 out of 5 stars 103. Need to fix your stove, cook-top, oven, refrigerator, washer or dryer? This wire got hot and melted the terminal block asm Carolyn B. • Carlisle, KY . Removed 2 Philips-head screws and removed the old block. The most common reason for replacing the terminal block is the oven not powering on. All of the information for this terminal block replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Kitchen Aid, Roper & Kenmore General Electric WB17T10003 Range/Stove/Oven Terminal Block. The National Electrical Code (NEC), in partnership with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), monitors the safety of electrical wiring in the United States. Researched on sears parts direct for part number for Terminal Block. Thanks jackofalltrades for the fast reply! Wires for an electric stove burned off the main connecting terminal block and melted the cord that was plugged in Stuart B. • Tupper Lake, NY • December 26, 2014 My Repair & Advice I unplugged the stove ,cut the 50 amp cord off from the terminal block as it was burned took out the terminal block as it to was all melted .installed the new terminal block with a new stove cord back in business After unplugging electric service, loosened 3 Philips-head screws holding 3 wires from range and loosened 3 nuts holding wires from electric cord. The picture associated with the part number (per Sears) is a different part that what is installed in the range. Also removed 1 Philips-head screw holding grounding tab. ForeverPRO 9761958 Terminal Block for Whirlpool Range 1181866 9757136 AH988218 EA988218. The main terminal block is usually mounted on the rear of the range or oven. While using our electric range we smelled burning plastic the end of the terminal block melted due to a short in the wire William V. • Blairstown, NJ Kenmore Electric Range 79015011400 Oven didn't heat up John H. • Lehi, UT I'll go ahead and order a new terminal block. Advertising is not allowed in /r/Appliances, Looks like you're using new Reddit on an old browser. ... We had an issue that looked like the plug arced and melted the last block. This was the exact replacement and a perfect fit for only a fraction of the cost of most other terminal block … The site may not work properly if you don't, If you do not update your browser, we suggest you visit, Press J to jump to the feed. A problem there will usually be visible as a broken wire with possible melted insulation and discoloration of the wiring and terminal connections. Brand New. You are using an out of date browser. 2pcs Range Stove Element Plug Receptacle Block Terminal Block Range Receptacle For Whirlpool Kenmore Electric Stove Range Burner Receptacle Kit ERR117 550226, 71930, 74-06-132, 74-06-190, 766339. Electricity is essential to everyday life, but wiring faults can cause wires to melt, resulting in fires. A loose wire connection will cause high resistance which will cause heat and eventually cause the wire insulation to melt and when the bare wire touches cabinet ground it will pop and spark. KitchenAid Freestanding Ice Maker KUIX335HPS00 smoking! When I went to replace the cord with one that matches my receptacle, I discovered that the red wire connection has melted through the terminal block. This is the terminal block for the power cord on an electric range. That wire looks intact so just get yourself a new block and roll on. This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the terminal block on a Frigidaire electric range. Frigidaire stove: melted terminal block I just bought a used stove that seemed to be in great condition. I purchased this new Terminal block and hooked it up, the installation is crazy easy to do also, and plugged it in and everything went back to full function. That's not too bad, It's usually from the install not making a good connection on the terminal block. I've contacted the seller to let him know, and I bet I can get my money back if need be, but it would be nice to keep the stove if there is an easy and safe fix. WSM2700DAWW GE Stackable Washer lid lock smoking, FE-R300SX Samsung Stove dont heat to right temp and dont have money for a new one please help, JGB700SEJ2SS White Residue all over my GE oven- keeps smoking. The original had gotten brittle over years of use and broke when I was attaching a new cord to the strip. General Electric CR2960SY139C3C 8690262G6 Terminal Blocks 100A 600V (Lot of 2) $36.99 Connection terminal TDM SK-415, 2.5 mm, 24A 400V SQ0527-0003 30 Pack 30PCS NEW It's still wrapped/not exposed, but looks like it may be slightly warped. Electrical terminal strip melted on Kenmore oven. From United States +C $23.49 shipping. Any reason I can't use the Kenmore block on the Frigidaire stove if all the screw holes line up? This part works with the following brands: Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Kenmore, Estate, Roper, Maytag, Inglis, Amana, Jenn-Air, Admiral. I didn't think to get new terminal connectors, which had melted into part of the old terminal block, so I suggest you check out the back of your range first and make sure you don't need new connectors as well. Noticed a smell like burning plastic just after starting to preheat the oven and saw smoke coming out from behind the oven. 89. Replace the terminal block 9761958 and if possible repair the overheated black wire on the lower part of the block by cutting off overheated part of wire and crimping on a new terminal. Thanks in advance for any help or advice you can give! Easy online ordering for the ones who get it done along with 24/7 customer service, free technical support & more. C $26.11. Top Rated Seller Top Rated Seller. This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the terminal block on Frigidaire electric ranges. Normally we would advise taking a photograph of the wiring so that you can remember exactly how they are positioned - but in this instance, you can see that over time all these wires have virtually all turned brown. Price $6.75. You've come to the right place! https://www.partselect.com/PS953027-GE-WB17T10011-Terminal-Block-Kit.htm Includes mounting brackets, wire nuts, tubing. Cookies help us deliver our Services. With the terminal block released from the cooker now you will be able to see the wiring that connects to the terminal block itself. When I went to replace the cord with one that matches my receptacle, I discovered that the red wire connection has melted through the terminal block. Electric Range Surface Element Terminal Block. General Electric Electric Range JB850SP1SS. We matched 12001676 Ceramic Terminal Block Kit for Kenmore Sears Electric Range Stove buys, best reviews, and promotion codes over the latter 3 years for you at electric-range. My question is, will it be ok to just replace the terminal block and connect a new cord? Replace the. In stock on October 30, 2020. If you sell or service appliances, I encourage you to support reddit and buy some ads. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, This sub-reddit is for almost anything having to do with appliances except advertising or link spam. I purchased the part because the original terminal block that was installed on the range melted and failed. Here is a link to a photo I took of the wire and block. Also replaces GE WB17X210, Whirlpool 330031 and 814699, Maytag 12001673 and Electrolux 5303935058. Grainger's got your back. Terminal block melted. I just bought a used stove that seemed to be in great condition. >Electric< Large Kitchen and Home Appliances - GE Dryer: terminal block wiring melted - Hi all, first post. overheating caused by poor installation. What would you know my (old) part had melted due to the past owner installing it wrong. My range had a plastic melting smell, then would not power up in any way. The terminal block on my old Kenmore stove looks like it's in fine condition, and I think it looks identical to the one on my new Frigidaire stove. Edit: One thing I forgot to mention is that I am concerned about potential damage beyond the terminal block, to the wire that was coming into the melted terminal. It should be fine. Universal surface burner terminal block kit. This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the terminal block on a Whirlpool electric range. $10.89 $ 10. The same thing happened to the replacement part purchased from Appliancepartspros.com earlier last week. By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. A common problem in modern ranges and cooktops with removable coil surface elements is their connection to the stove wiring. That connection can deteriorate over time resulting in intermittent heating or having to fiddle with the element to get it to heat. PartSelect Number PS11747341 Manufacturer Part Number WP9761958 Manufactured by Whirlpool. It may not display this or other websites correctly. overheating caused by poor installation. Screw was not tightened enough causing a bad connection and overheating. 2pcs Range Stove Element Plug Receptacle Block Terminal Block Range Receptacle For Whirlpool Kenmore Electric Stove Range Burner Receptacle Kit ERR117 550226, 71930, 74-06-132, 74-06-190, 766339 4.2 out of 5 stars 103 This pertains to a Kenmore oven model no. The wire running back into the stove seems to be fine, but the wire on the old cord has started melting through the insulation. My dryer (GE Brand, Model# DBXR453EA0WW) stopped starting this week so I took a look The existing terminal block on my Ge oven/Range had melted due to a loose wire causing sparking and starting the plastic casing of the terminal block on fire and melting it, Part select made the part easy to find and had it at my house in 2 days. Staples.com: Exact Replacement Parts Err117 Ge Surface Unit Receptacle & Block Terminal (ge Wb17x210, Whirlpool 330031) with fast and free shipping on select orders. 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