Electric surface element not heating (coil or radiant)
On coil tops, start with the element and its receptacle (swap with a working element of the same size). On radiant glass tops, test the element terminals under the glass, then the infinite switch that powers it. Electronic-control cooktops use relays on a board instead of infinite switches.
Cross-checked ~40 min moderateBrands: All
Before you start
- Turn off the breaker before lifting the cooktop or touching switch terminals
- Glass tops are heavy and crack if dropped; support them when lifting
Diagnostic steps
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