Amana Oven: not turning off broil element

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

If your Amana oven's broil element stays on even after turning off the controls, it can be a serious issue. This symptom indicates that the broil element is continuously energized, posing a risk of overheating or fire. Common causes include a stuck relay or faults in the control board, which require immediate attention to prevent further damage.

Urgency: High

Important Tips for Amana Models

Amanaâ€™s official support does not specifically document this symptom but acknowledges that oven elements function normally only with correct control input and door closure. Issues with electronics should be handled by service.

Possible Causes

Stuck relay or fault in the oven control board sending continuous power to the broil element

How to Identify: Broil element stays on regardless of control settings; resetting power temporarily stops it but it returns; visual inspection of control board may show burnt contacts.

Part: Oven control board (electronic control/relay)

Shorted or welded contacts on the control board relay for the broil circuit

How to Identify: Continuous broil regardless of command input; inspection of board may show welded relay contacts; requires board testing.

Part: Control board broil relay contacts

Faulty wiring or connection between control board and broil element

How to Identify: Intermittent or persistent broil energizing; inspecting wiring shows damage or loose connections.

Part: Wiring harness/connectors

Element thermostat or limiter failure causing uncontrolled heating

How to Identify: Element stays on despite settings; rare in broil circuits and not confirmed as common cause for staying on.

Part: Thermostat/temperature limiter

DIY Solutions

Power Reset and Observation

Easy 10 minutes

Turn off oven power at breaker.
Wait 5â€“10 minutes to allow electronic capacitors to discharge.
Restore power and test broil behavior.

⚠️ Safety First: Ensure breaker off before inspecting controls.

Inspect Wiring and Connections

Moderate 30â€“60 minutes

Tools Needed: Screwdriver, multimeter

Disconnect power at breaker.
Remove back control panel to access wiring.
Inspect wiring from control board to broil element for damage.
Tighten or repair loose/damaged connectors.
Restore power and test broil function.

⚠️ Safety First: Cut power before accessing wiring.

Professional Repairs

Control Board Diagnosis and Replacement

Estimated Cost: $200 - $500

Control Board Relay Repair/Replacement Service

Estimated Cost: $80 - $250

When to Call a Professional

Continuous broil element operation that persists after power reset and wiring checks.

Control board shows signs of damage, burning, or fault.

User is not comfortable testing or replacing electronic components.

Preventive Maintenance

Regularly inspect control panel and wiring for signs of wear or damage: Unexpected continuous heating due to electrical faults.
Frequency: Annually

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Amana Oven not turning off broil element?

Common causes include a stuck relay, shorted control board contacts, faulty wiring, or a failing element thermostat.

How do I fix Amana Oven not turning off broil element myself?

Try a power reset by turning off the oven at the breaker, waiting 5â€“10 minutes, and restoring power to test the broil function.

How much does it cost to fix not turning off broil element?

Professional repair costs range from $200 to $500 for control board replacement and $80 to $250 for relay repair/service.

When should I call a technician for not turning off broil element?

Call a technician if DIY solutions do not resolve the issue, as this could indicate a serious problem requiring professional diagnosis.

Community Analytical Insights

Analysis based on real user discussions from appliance repair communities

Can I Fix This Myself?

65%

DIY Success Rate Difficulty: Either

Common Issues Reported by Users

Faulty broil element relay stuck in the closed position
Malfunctioning oven control board sending continuous power to the broil element
Defective temperature sensor causing incorrect readings and continuous broil activation

User Suggested Solutions

Inspect and replace the broil element relay. Unplug the oven, access the relay board, and test the relay with a multimeter. If it shows continuity when it should not, replace it.
Check and replace the oven control board. Disconnect power, remove the control panel, and inspect for burnt components. If damaged, replace the control board.
Test and replace the temperature sensor. Locate the sensor inside the oven, disconnect it, and test with a multimeter. Replace if it shows incorrect resistance.