Coil Surface Element, Electric Burner, Heating Element, Cooktop Coil, Pigtail Element, Large Burner Element

Part Number WP660533 replaces 14210015, 241419, 241420, 241598, 241743, 244013, 244032, 244063, 244064, 244147, 256702, 256703, 256704, 256705, 256706, 256707, 258898, 263462, 268105, 301414, 308379, 308380, 309185, 309186, 309214, 309215, 309216, 309340, 312559, 312560, 313963, 313965, 313966, 3195918, 3196205, 4163771, 4164322, 4165352, 4167352, 4167353, 4170120, 4170125, 4179292, 4315240, 4315583, 4320500, 4322741, 4327929, 4327935, 4328811, 4332689, 4332693, 4332742, 4332859, 4334586, 4334587, 4334588, 4351719, 4352140, 4352631, 4352711, 4353017, 4354325, 4354326, 4354410, 4371354, 4371948, 4372159, 4372608, 4378607, 4389732, 660530, 660531, 660533, 660533BULK, 786185, 816007, 865692, 865696, 866445, 866447, 868449, 868591, 877983, 877984, 878402, 879066, FSP660533, R318800, R318808, WP660533VP

Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid

221620, 2222A00, 2222A1A, 2222A2A, 2222C00, 2222C1A, 2222C2A, 2222H00, 2222H1A, 2222H2A, 2222L00, 2222L1A, 2222L2A, 2222W2A, 22313, 2242H00, 2242L00, 2362X0A, 2362X1A, 2362X2A, 2392A20, 2392C20, 2392H20, 2392W20, 258B-2CXW, 26AA-6CLX, 2848A00, 2848A10, 2848C00, 2848C10, 2848H00, 2848H10, 2848L00, 2848L10, 288G-6CV, 338G44CXW, 358A-2CW, 37H-42T-EV, 388-2CX, 388G-44CXW, 388W-2CX, 38AA-4CW, 38DM-4CXW, 38DN-2CX, 38EN-4CXW, 38H-42T-EV, 38H-72T-EV, 38H42TEV, 456W-2CLW, 458W-1LW, 4KAER5500AW1, 4KWFC120MAW1, 4RF302BXDW0, 4RF310PXDQ0, 4RF315PXDQ0, 4RF315PXDW0, 558W-2CLW, 558W-2CLW, 55DA-2CLW, 55DA-2CLW/10X, 55EA-1, 5651XUB, 586W-2C, 588-2CX, 588A-2C, 58D-2CXW, 58E-4CXW, 58EA-2CX, 58EA-2CX/13X, 58EA-2CXW, 58EA-2CXW/10X, 664RF3020XYN1, 664RF3020XYN2, 664RF3020XYW0, 664RF3020XYW1, 664RF3020XYW2, 680-30XW, 680-30XW, 68D-3CXW, 68E, 68E-4CXW, 68EA-3CW, 68EA-3CW/10X, 68EA-3CX, 68EA-3CX/11X, 68EA-4CXW, 68EA-4CXW, 68EA3CW, 68EA3CW/10, 68EN-3CW, 68EN-3CW, 68EN-3CX, 68EN-3CX, 68EN-3CXW, 68EN-3CXW/1X, 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FEP330VW1, FEP330YL0, FEP330YL1, FEP330YL2, FEP330YW0, FEP330YW1, FEP330YW2, FEP340VL0, FEP340VW0, FEP340YL0, FEP340YL1, FEP340YW0, FEP340YW1, FEP350BL0, FEP350BW0, FEP350BW1, FEP350VL0, FEP350VW0, FEP350YL0, FEP350YL1, FEP350YL2, FEP350YW0, FEP350YW1, FEP350YW2, FES310BL0, FES310BL1, FES310BQ0, FES310BQ1, FES310BW0, FES310BW1, FES310YL0, FES310YL1, FES310YL2, FES310YW0, FES310YW1, FES310YW2, FES340VL1, FES340VW1, FES340YL0, FES340YL1, FES340YL2, FES340YW0, FES340YW1, FES340YW2, FES350BL0, FES350BL1, FES350BW0, FES350BW1, FES355YL0, FES355YL1, FES355YL2, FES355YW0, FES355YW1, FES355YW2, GDG210, GDG212, GDG412, HET-480, HET250, KECG260SAL1, KECG260SBC1, KECG260SOB1, KECG260SWH1, KECM860TBC0, KECS-1040WH, S, KECS100SWH0, KECS100SWH1, KECS1040WH, KECS160SWH0, KECX160SWH0, KECX260SWH1, KEDS100SCB0, KEDS100SCB1, KEDS100VAL0, KEDS100VAL1, KEDS100VAL2, KEDS100VAL3, KEDS100VBL0, KEDS100VBL1, KEDS100VBL2, KEDS100VBL3, KEDS100VWH0, KEDS100VWH1, KEDS100VWH2, KEDS100VWH3, KEDS100WAL1, KEDS100WAL2, KEDS100WBL1, KEDS100WBL2, KEDS100WWH0, KEDS100WWH1, KEDS100WWH2, KEDS200BBL0, KEDS200BBL1, KEDS200BWH0, KEDS200BWH1, KEDS200YBL0, KEDS200YBL1, KEDS200YBL2, KEDS200YWH0, KEDS200YWH1, KEDS200YWH2, KEDS207AL1, KEDS207BAL0, KEDS207BAL1, KEDS207BBL0, KEDS207BBL1, KEDS207BWH0, KEDS207BWH1, KEDS207YAL0, KEDS207YAL1, KEDS207YAL2, KEDS207YBL0, KEDS207YBL1, KEDS207YBL2, KEDS207YWH0, KEDS207YWH1, KEDS207YWH2, KEES702SWB0, KEES702SWB1, KERS500SWB0, KERS500SWB1, KERS502SWB0, KERS502SWB1, KET-480, LDG210, LDG212, LDG412, QDU-838, QDU-858, QDU-966, QDU-976, QMD-800, RC8100XAH0, RC8100XAN0, RC8100XAW0, RC8200XBH0, RC8200XBH1, RC8200XBH2, RC8200XBN0, RC8200XBN1, RC8200XBW0, RC8200XBW1, RC8200XBW2, RC8200XBZ1, RC8200XBZ2, RC8200XKS0, RC8200XKW1, RC8200XVF0, RC8200XVF1, RC8200XVG0, RC8200XVG1, RC8200XVH0, RC8200XVH1, RC8200XVM0, RC8200XVM1, RC8200XVN0, RC8200XVN1, RC8200XVW0, RC8200XVW1, RC8200XYH0, RC8200XYH1, RC8200XYH2, RC8200XYN0, RC8200XYN1, RC8200XYN2, RC8200XYW0, RC8200XYW1, RC8200XYW2, RC8300XKH, RC8300XLH, RC8300XPH, RC8400XAB0, RC8400XAB1, RC8400XAB5, RC8400XAH0, RC8400XAH1, RC8400XAH5, RC8400XAN0, RC8400XAN1, RC8400XAN5, RC8400XAQ0, RC8400XAQ1, RC8400XAQ5, RC8400XBB0, RC8400XBB1, RC8400XBB2, RC8400XBH0, RC8400XBH1, RC8400XBH2, RC8400XBN0, RC8400XBN1, RC8400XBQ0, RC8400XBQ1, RC8400XBQ2, RC8400XBW1, RC8400XBZ1, RC8400XBZ2, RC8400XKW1, RC8400XVG0, RC8400XVG1, RC8400XVH0, RC8400XVH1, RC8400XVM0, RC8400XVM1, RC8400XVN0, RC8400XVN1, RC8400XVW0, RC8400XVW1, RC8400XYH0, RC8400XYN0, RC8400XYQ0, RC8400XYW0, RC8536XTB0, RC8536XTH0, RC8536XTN0, RC8536XTW0, RC8800XLH, RC8800XPH, RC8900XAB0, RC8900XAH0, RC8900XAQ0, RC8900XAQ1, RC8900XMH0, RC8900XXB0, RC8900XXQ0, RC8900XXW0, RC8920XAH0, RC8920XRH0, RC8920XRH1, RC8920XRH2, RC8920XRH3, RC8950XRH7, RCK888, RCK889, RCK986, RDE3020A, RDE3020E, RDE3020N, RDE3020Y, RDE3600A, RDE3600E, RDE3600Y, RDE61009-2, RDE6100P2, RDE6300A2, RDE6300C2, RDE6300D2, RDE6300E2, RDE6300G2, RDE6300H2, RDE6300N2, RDE6300P2, RDE6300Y2, RDE8400N2, RDE8500A, RDE8500A1, RDE8500C, RDE8500C1, RDE8500D, RDE8500D1, RDE8500E, RDE8500E1, RDE8500G, RDE8500G1, RDE8500H, RDE8500H1, RDE8500N, RDE8500N1, RDE8500N1, RDE8500Y, RDE8500Y, RDE8500Y1, RE953PXKT0, RE953PXKT1, RE953PXPT0, RE953PXPT1, RE953PXPT2, RE960PXKW0, RE960PXKW1, RE960PXKW2, RE960PXPW0, RE960PXPW1, RE960PXPW2, RE960PXVN0, RE960PXVN1, RE960PXVN3, RE960PXVN4, RE960PXVN5, RE960PXVW0, RE960PXVW1, RE960PXVW3, RE960PXVW4, RE960PXVW5, RE960PXYN0, RE960PXYN1, RE960PXYW0, RE960PXYW1, RE963PXKT0, RE963PXKT1, RE963PXPT0, RE963PXPT1, RE963PXPT2, REE6700A, REE6700A, REE6700H, REE6700H, REE6700N, REE6700N, REE6700Y, REE6700Y, RF0100XKW0, RF0100XKW1, RF010ESPW0, RF010EXPW0, RF010EXRW1, RF3000XPW0, RF3000XVN0, RF3000XVN1, RF3000XVN2, RF3000XVN3, RF3000XVW0, RF3000XVW1, RF3000XVW2, RF3000XVW3, RF3010XPW0, RF3020XDN0, RF3020XDW0, RF3020XPW0, RF3020XVF0, RF3020XVG0, RF3020XVM0, RF3020XVN0, RF3020XVN1, RF3020XVN2, RF3020XVN3, RF3020XVW0, RF3020XVW1, RF3020XVW2, RF3020XVW3, RF3020XXN0, RF3020XXN1, RF3020XXN2, 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CRITICAL SAFETY WARNING: This repair involves working with 240V electrical components. Always unplug the range from the electrical outlet or turn off the circuit breaker before beginning work to prevent electrical shock. The coil element may be hot if the range was recently used—allow to cool completely before beginning work (at least 30 minutes). Never touch the coil element while it's powered or hot. If uncomfortable with this repair or unfamiliar with range electrical systems, hire a qualified appliance technician. IMPORTANT: This is one of the easiest appliance repairs—no tools are required and installation takes only 2-3 minutes.TOOLS REQUIRED: None (plug-in installation)IMPORTANT: Before replacing the coil element, verify the element is actually faulty and the range receptacle is not damaged.

1. Turn off the burner control and allow the coil element to cool completely (at least 30 minutes). CRITICAL: Never attempt to remove a hot coil element—severe burns can result.
2. Unplug the range from the electrical outlet or turn off the circuit breaker to ensure complete power disconnection. CRITICAL: Never work on the range while it's plugged in.
3. Take multiple photos of the coil element position, terminal orientation, and how the element sits in the drip pan before removal. Important: Proper reinstallation requires correct element positioning.
4. Grasp the coil element at the terminal end (where it plugs into the range receptacle). Caution: Do not pull on the coil itself—grasp the terminal end or support bracket.
5. Lift the coil element slightly to relieve tension on the terminals.
6. Pull the coil element straight away from the range receptacle to disconnect the pigtail terminals. Important: Pull straight out—do not twist or bend the terminals.
7. Continue pulling until the pigtail terminals are completely disconnected from the receptacle.
8. Lift the coil element out of the drip pan and remove it from the range.
9. Inspect the old coil element for damage indicators: coil doesn't heat (broken coil or open circuit, most common), coil heats unevenly (coil damage or warping), visible breaks or cracks in coil (thermal stress damage), burned or corroded terminals (poor electrical contact), or warped or sagging coil (overheating or heavy cookware damage). This confirms the diagnosis.
10. Inspect the range receptacle (the electrical connector where the element plugs in) for damage, corrosion, or burn marks. CRITICAL: If the receptacle is damaged, burned, or corroded, it must be replaced before installing the new element—a damaged receptacle causes poor electrical contact and premature element failure.
11. Clean the range receptacle if needed using a dry cloth to remove any debris or corrosion. Caution: Do not use water or cleaning solutions on electrical components.
12. Inspect the drip pan for damage or excessive buildup. Clean or replace if needed.
13. Unpack the new WP660533 coil element from its packaging. CAUTION: The coil element is a precision heating component—handle carefully to avoid bending or damaging the coil.
14. Compare the new coil element to the old one to verify overall diameter (8 inches), wattage rating (2600W), pigtail terminal configuration, 5-turn coil design, and overall design match.
15. Inspect the new coil element for any shipping damage before installation. The coil should be evenly spaced with no bends or kinks, the terminals should be clean and undamaged, and the outer tubing should be intact with no cracks or damage.
16. Position the new coil element by aligning the pigtail terminals with the range receptacle openings. Important: Ensure the terminals are oriented correctly—they should align with the receptacle slots.
17. Push the pigtail terminals straight into the range receptacle until they're fully seated. Important: Push straight in—do not twist or force the terminals.
18. Continue pushing until the terminals are inserted as far as they will go (typically 1-2 inches into the receptacle). You should feel the terminals seat firmly in the receptacle.
19. Verify the terminals are fully seated by trying to pull the element away from the receptacle—it should not come out easily.
20. Lower the coil element into the drip pan, positioning it so the coil sits evenly in the pan. Important: The coil should sit flat and level in the drip pan for proper heat distribution.
21. Verify the coil element is positioned correctly by checking that: the coil sits flat and level in the drip pan, the terminals are fully inserted into the receptacle, the coil is centered in the drip pan, and there's proper clearance around the coil.
22. Restore electrical power by plugging in the range or turning on the circuit breaker.
23. Run a test cycle to verify proper coil element operation:Turn the burner control to medium heatObserve the coil element for 2-3 minutesThe coil should begin to glow red within 1-2 minutesVerify the coil heats evenly across the entire 8-inch diameterListen for any unusual sounds (arcing, sparking, buzzing)Check for any unusual smells (burning insulation)Allow the element to heat for 5 minutesTurn off the burner controlAllow the element to cool for 10 minutes
24. Check for proper heating during the test cycle. The coil should glow red evenly across the entire 8-inch diameter.
25. Verify even heating by observing the coil—all sections should glow at the same intensity with no dark spots or uneven heating.
26. Monitor for any unusual sounds or smells during the test cycle. There should be no arcing, sparking, buzzing, or burning smells.
27. Verify the burner control operates properly at all heat settings (low, medium, high).
28. Test with cookware by placing a pot or pan on the element and verifying heat transfer is proper and even.
29. If the coil heats evenly and operates normally at all settings, the repair is complete.

Safety Notes: Always unplug the range or turn off the circuit breaker before working on coil elements. Allow the coil element to cool completely before removal (at least 30 minutes). Never touch the coil element while it's powered or hot. Verify the range receptacle is not damaged before installing the new element—damaged receptacles must be replaced. Push the pigtail terminals straight into the receptacle—do not twist or force them. Verify the coil sits flat and level in the drip pan for proper heat distribution. Test operation at all heat settings to verify proper function. This repair typically takes 2-5 minutes and requires no tools. If uncomfortable working with range electrical components or unfamiliar with coil element replacement procedures, hire a professional appliance technician.

1. **The pigtail terminals must be fully seated in the range receptacle for proper electrical contact—partially inserted terminals cause arcing, overheating, and premature element failure.** The pigtail terminals plug into the range receptacle to provide electrical connection. If the terminals are not fully inserted, electrical contact is poor, causing resistance heating at the connection point. This creates arcing, sparking, and overheating that damages both the terminals and the receptacle. When installing the new element, push the terminals straight into the receptacle until they're fully seated (typically 1-2 inches deep). You should feel the terminals seat firmly. Verify the terminals are fully inserted by trying to pull the element away—it should not come out easily. If the element pulls out easily, the terminals are not fully seated—push them in further until they're secure.
2. The range receptacle must be inspected for damage before installing the new element—a damaged or burned receptacle causes poor electrical contact and will destroy the new element within days or weeks. The range receptacle (the electrical connector where the element plugs in) can become damaged, burned, or corroded over time, especially if the old element had poor electrical contact or if there were arcing or sparking. A damaged receptacle has poor electrical contact, causing the new element to overheat and fail prematurely. Before installing the new element, inspect the receptacle carefully for: burn marks or blackening (indicates arcing or overheating), corrosion or oxidation on the contacts (indicates moisture or poor contact), loose or bent contact pins (indicates mechanical damage), or visible cracks or damage (indicates physical damage). If the receptacle is damaged, it must be replaced before installing the new element. A damaged receptacle will destroy the new element, so never install a new element in a damaged receptacle. If you're unsure whether the receptacle is damaged, contact a qualified technician for inspection.
3. The coil element must sit flat and level in the drip pan for proper heat distribution and cooking performance—a warped or sagging coil causes uneven heating and poor cooking results. The coil element is designed to sit flat and level in the drip pan, distributing heat evenly across the entire burner surface. If the coil is warped, bent, or sagging, it doesn't sit flat, causing uneven heating. Some areas of the coil may be too close to the pan, causing excessive heat in those areas, while other areas are too far away, causing insufficient heat. This results in poor cooking performance and uneven heating of pots and pans. When installing the new element, verify it sits flat and level in the drip pan. If the coil is bent or warped, do not force it into the pan—it may be damaged during shipping. Return the element for replacement. Never attempt to straighten a bent coil element—this can break the coil or damage the insulation.
4. The 8-inch WP660533 element is rated for 2600W at 240V and draws 10.8 amps—this is a high-power element that requires a dedicated 240V circuit with proper breaker capacity, typically 15-20 amps. The WP660533 is a high-power element designed for large burners. At full power, it draws 10.8 amps, which requires a dedicated 240V circuit with adequate breaker capacity. If the element is connected to an undersized circuit or breaker, it may trip the breaker during operation or not receive sufficient power to heat properly. Always verify the range is connected to a proper 240V circuit with a 15-20 amp breaker before installing the new element. If the range is not properly connected to 240V power with adequate breaker capacity, contact a qualified electrician to verify the electrical installation. Using an undersized breaker or circuit can cause repeated element failure and safety hazards.
5. The coil element should glow red evenly across the entire 8-inch diameter when powered—if some areas glow brighter than others, the coil may be damaged or the element may be defective. A properly functioning coil element heats evenly, with all sections glowing at the same intensity. If some areas glow brighter (hotter) than others, or if some areas don't glow at all, the coil may be damaged internally or the element may be defective. Uneven heating indicates: partial coil breakage (internal break in the coil wire), coil damage from manufacturing defect, or poor electrical contact at the terminals. If the new element shows uneven heating during the test cycle, it may be defective and should be replaced. Do not continue using an element with uneven heating—it may overheat in the hot areas and fail prematurely.
6. The pigtail terminals should never be bent, twisted, or forced into the receptacle—bending or forcing the terminals can break the internal coil connection and cause element failure. The pigtail terminals are looped wire ends that connect to the heating coil inside the element. If the terminals are bent, twisted, or forced into the receptacle, the internal connection can break, causing an open circuit and element failure. When installing the new element, handle the terminals carefully and push them straight into the receptacle without twisting or forcing. If the terminals don't insert easily, verify they're aligned with the receptacle slots. Never force the terminals—if they don't insert easily, the receptacle may be damaged or the terminals may be misaligned. Contact a qualified technician if you encounter resistance when inserting the terminals.
7. The coil element should be allowed to cool completely (at least 30 minutes) before removal—attempting to remove a hot element can cause severe burns and damage the element. The coil element reaches extremely high temperatures (1200-1500°F / 650-815°C) during operation. If you attempt to remove the element while it's hot, you can suffer severe burns. Additionally, removing a hot element can cause thermal shock that cracks the insulation or breaks the coil. Always turn off the burner control and allow the element to cool completely (at least 30 minutes) before removal. Test the element by carefully touching the outer tubing with your hand—if it's too hot to touch, allow more time to cool. Never rush the cooling process—allow adequate time for safe removal.
8. The drip pan should be inspected and cleaned regularly to prevent buildup that can damage the coil element—excessive buildup causes poor heat distribution and can cause the element to overheat. The drip pan catches spills and debris that fall from pots and pans. If the drip pan becomes clogged with food debris, grease, or mineral deposits, it blocks airflow and prevents heat from dissipating properly. This causes the element to overheat and fail prematurely. When replacing the coil element, inspect the drip pan and clean it thoroughly if needed. Remove any food debris, grease, or mineral deposits. A clean drip pan ensures proper heat distribution and extends element lifespan. Regularly clean the drip pan during normal range maintenance to prevent buildup and premature element failure.
9. The coil element should be tested at all heat settings (low, medium, high) to verify proper operation—if the element doesn't heat at certain settings, there may be a problem with the burner control or range wiring. After installing the new element, test it at all available heat settings to verify proper operation. The element should glow at low heat (dull red), medium heat (bright red), and high heat (very bright red). If the element doesn't glow at certain settings, there may be a problem with the burner control, range wiring, or the element itself. If the element heats at some settings but not others, the burner control may be faulty. If the element doesn't heat at any setting, the range wiring or receptacle may be faulty. Test the element thoroughly before concluding the repair is successful.
10. The 8-inch element is designed for large cookware and heavy-duty cooking—using appropriate cookware size and weight extends element lifespan and improves cooking performance. The 8-inch WP660533 element is designed for large pots and pans (8-10 inches diameter). Using appropriately sized cookware ensures proper heat transfer and cooking performance. Oversized cookware (larger than 10 inches) may not fit properly on the element, causing uneven heating. Undersized cookware (smaller than 6 inches) doesn't utilize the full heating surface, wasting energy and causing uneven heating. Heavy cookware (cast iron, stainless steel) can cause coil warping or sagging if the cookware is excessively heavy or if it's placed on the element when the coil is hot. To extend element lifespan, use appropriately sized cookware (8-10 inches diameter), avoid excessively heavy cookware, and allow the element to cool before placing heavy cookware on it.
11. The coil element has a typical lifespan of 5-8 years with average use, but can be shortened by heavy cookware, high heat settings, or spills that damage the element. Factors that shorten element lifespan include: heavy cookware causing coil warping or sagging (mechanical stress), frequent high heat settings causing excessive thermal stress, spills or moisture damaging the insulation (electrical stress), poor electrical contact causing overheating at the terminals (electrical stress), or manufacturing defects. To extend element lifespan, use appropriate cookware (not excessively heavy), avoid prolonged high heat settings, clean spills promptly to prevent insulation damage, and verify the receptacle is in good condition. Regular maintenance and proper use extend element lifespan and prevent premature failure.
12. Never attempt to repair a broken coil element by soldering, welding, or wrapping with tape—these repairs are unsafe and will fail immediately. A broken coil element cannot be safely repaired. Attempting to solder or weld a broken coil can create weak points that fail under electrical load, causing arcing, sparking, and fire hazards. Wrapping a broken coil with tape is ineffective and unsafe—the tape will burn off at operating temperature. Never attempt any repair of a broken coil element. Always replace the entire element with a new one. Using a repaired element is a serious fire hazard and safety risk.