Oven Won't Heat or Bakes Unevenly? Your Bake Element Has Failed.
The WP7406P428-60 lower bake element is the primary heat source for your Whirlpool, Maytag, or Jenn-Air oven. When it burns out, your oven either won't reach temperature at all, takes far too long to preheat, or produces unevenly cooked food — with the bottom of dishes coming out raw while the top browns. A failed bake element is one of the most common electric range repairs and one of the most straightforward to fix yourself.
Symptoms of a Failed Bake Element
- Oven not heating or not reaching set temperature
- Oven takes much longer than normal to preheat
- Food is undercooked on the bottom, overcooked on top
- Visible burn spot, crack, or blister on the element coil
- Element glows only partially or not at all
- Oven trips the breaker when bake mode is selected
- Error codes related to oven temperature sensor or heating circuit
Part Details
- OEM Part Number: WP7406P428-60
- XPart SKU: CH7877
- Cross-References: 7406P428-60, W10310271, 74004107, RP4107, WP7406P428-60VP
- Universal Number: EL012
- Wattage: 2585W
- Element Type: Lower Bake Element
- Compatible Brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, Jenn-Air
- OEM Manufacturer: Whirlpool Corporation
A failed bake element can stress or damage the oven temperature sensor (RTD probe) over time — especially if the element arced before burning out. If your oven still reads temperature errors after replacing the element, the sensor is the next component to test. Replacing both during the same service call saves a second labour trip and ensures accurate baking temperatures from day one.
Installation Notes
- Skill Level: Beginner–Intermediate. No special tools required.
- Always disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the range before beginning any repair.
- Remove the two mounting screws at the back of the oven cavity floor, pull the element forward, and disconnect the two spade terminals.
- Connect the new element to the same terminals, slide it into position, and reinstall the mounting screws.
- Do not overtighten the mounting screws — snug is sufficient to avoid cracking the element bracket.
- Restore power and run a short bake cycle to confirm the element glows evenly end to end.
Compatible Models
This bake element fits 150+ Whirlpool, Maytag, and Jenn-Air electric range models including MER6550, MER7685, JDR8895, GGE350, and related series. Enter your full model number at checkout or contact us to confirm fitment before ordering.
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