SURFACE BURNER REMAINS ON HIGH, WILL NOT TURN ON, OR WILL NOT REGULATE HEAT
Whirlpool Range Surface Element Switch WP7403P238-60, Fixes Surface burner remains on high, will not turn on, or will not regulate heat
Genuine Whirlpool surface-element control switch for a 6-inch electric surface element; rated for 5.2 to 6.6 amps.
Part WP7403P238-60Replaces 7403P238-60, 7403P37360, 7403P26260Whirlpool
Guaranteed to Fit — or your money back.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
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Part NumberWP7403P238-60
Replaces7403P238-60, 7403P37360, 7403P26260
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeRange
Part TypeRange Surface Element Switch
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part NumberWP7403P238-60
Replaces7403P238-60, 7403P37360, 7403P26260, 7403P23860, 7403P373-60, 7403P262-60
Common Symptoms
- A small surface element stays at high heat.
- A small surface element does not turn on.
- Surface-element heat cannot be regulated.
Check Before Replacing
- With power disconnected, verify that the existing switch is intended for the small 6-inch element and compare its markings and shaft configuration with the replacement.
- If the burner remains on high or will not turn on, test the switch and related wiring using the appliance service documentation before replacing the part.
Pro Tip
Photograph the existing wire connections before removal so each wire can be returned to the correct terminal.
Part Details
Part NumberWP7403P238-60
Part TypeRange Surface Element Switch
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeRange
Primary FunctionTurns the small surface element on and off and regulates its heat level.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power by unplugging the range or switching off its house circuit breaker before installation.
- Wear work gloves and use the appliance service documentation for model-specific disassembly and wiring instructions.
Verified Compatible Models
AER5735QAF, AER5735QAQ, AER5845QAN, GGE388LXB03, GY399LXUB04, MER5755QAS, MER5765QAB, MER5875QAF, MET8775XB01, PER5750QAS, PER5750QCQ, WCC31430AB03, WCC31430AW03, WGE745C0FS00, WGE745C0FS01
Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.
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