Ovens & Stoves

Oven Bake Element Replacement Guide: Symptoms & Install

The bake element is an electrical heating coil located at the bottom of the oven cavity. It generates the heat necessary for baking and roasting food.

Prysm W10308477 Oven Bake Element Compatible with Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, Replace
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What the W10308477 does

The bake element is an electrical heating coil located at the bottom of the oven cavity. It generates the heat necessary for baking and roasting food.

Symptoms when this part fails

  • Oven not heating at all
  • Food cooking unevenly
  • Element not glowing red
  • Visible breaks or blisters on the element
  • Tripped circuit breaker

Compatibility

Fits the Whirlpool family. Specifically:

  • Any unit originally equipped with OEM part number(s): W10308477.
  • Check the model/rating plate inside your appliance and compare it against the fitment table on the product listing before ordering — this guide does not list specific compatible models because Amazon does not provide verified fitment data through this pipeline.

Tools you'll need

  • Screwdriver (Phillips or flathead)
  • Nut driver (various sizes)
  • Work gloves
  • Pliers
  • Voltage tester

Difficulty: Moderate · Time: 30-60 minutes

How to install the W10308477, step by step

  1. Disconnect power to the oven at the circuit breaker.
  2. Remove oven racks and visually inspect the bake element.
  3. Unscrew the mounting screws holding the element in place.
  4. Carefully pull the element forward to expose electrical terminals.
  5. Disconnect the wires from the old element, noting their positions.
  6. Connect the wires to the new bake element.
  7. Push the new element into place and secure it with mounting screws.
  8. Restore power and test the oven's heating function.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational and educational purposes only. Always disconnect power before working on appliances. If you're not comfortable with any step, call a qualified appliance technician.
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