Whirlpool Oven: not heating

Based on 24 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not heating: Replaced the bottom heating element which was warped and tested at zero continuity. (57.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Igniter failure (5 mentions)
  • Temperature sensor issues (4 mentions)
  • Control board malfunction (4 mentions)
  • Thermocouple problems (3 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Replaced the bottom heating element which was warped and tested at zero continuity.

    Success rate: 4.0% DIY: Yes Easy
  2. Cleaned scorch marks and resoldered components; oven is working fine now.

    Success rate: 4.0% DIY: Yes Medium
  3. After reseating connectors and checking continuity, the oven is now heating properly.

    Success rate: 4.0% DIY: Yes Medium
  4. Replace the spark module board.

    Success rate: 4.0% DIY: Yes Easy
  5. Replace the worn glow bar igniter to ensure proper gas flow and ignition.

    Success rate: 4.0% DIY: Maybe Medium

Can I Fix This Myself?

57.0% DIY Success Rate

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Community Discussions

Electric oven won't come to temperature baking

Replaced the bottom heating element which was warped and tested at zero continuity.

oven only preheats when stovetop burners are on

Replace the worn glow bar igniter to ensure proper gas flow and ignition.

oven will not light

Replace the spark module board.

confusion about whether the oven is gas or electric

The oven is a gas oven, and the bake element power listed is for an air fryer feature.

oven hasn't been heating properly

After reseating connectors and checking continuity, the oven is now heating properly.

Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

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