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Parts That Fix Frigidaire Range FFEF3043LSK Element will not heat

Element will not heat is a commonly reported symptom for the FFEF3043LSK Frigidaire Range, and we have put together a full guide on how to fix this. This advice is based on feedback from people who own this exact appliance. We have listed the most common parts for your FFEF3043LSK Frigidaire Range that will fix Element will not heat. We have included repair instructions, and helpful step-by-step video tutorials. If you are experiencing this issue, not to worry, DIYers just like you have fixed this, and shared their experience to help you!

Fixes Symptom 35% of time
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The infinite burner switch controls the stove top eight-inch surface burner, which is the large surface element. If your surface element is not warming up, the element can be tested to determine whether or not it is defective. If your element is not defective, then it is more than likely that the infinite burner switch is the issue. Before you install the infinite burner switch you will need to unplug your range from the power supply, or shut off the home circuit breaker. The tools you will need to do this repair include a number one square head screwdriver and a pair of needle nose pliers.

$ 43.86
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PartSelect Number PS1145040
Manufacturer Part Number 316436001

Replacing your Frigidaire Range Infinite Burner Switch

Replacing your Infinite Burner Switch

Customer Repair Stories

If burner was placed on HIGH, it wouldnt lower heat once LOW setting chosen

I had to replace the switch in the back of the control knobs. I was very grateful to the female phone attendant who answered my call. Since my part number had switched a few times, she took the time to reverify the "blueprints" of my machine with the parts carried at Parts Select and she helped me be assured that I was buying the correct part for my machine. She was SOOOO helpful. Will definately buy again from your store.
  • Juilo from Lake City, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Back Burner didn't function

We moved into our townhouse about 6 yrs ago. During the home inspection we checked the range and saw the Red light come on when we turned on each burner. After moving in we realized the large back burner did not work. The light came on but the element never got hot. I of course replaced the element but that did not work. Several years passed and we just ignored the issue. We just got by with 3 burners. Lately we realized how much easier it would be to have all four burners working. Knowing that we will be selling our townhome soon we figured we should either fix the problem or replace the range.

I didn't want to call a repair man because I didn't want to be charged a $150 to have him come out and they to pay extra for parts (and of course a 2nd visit). So I went to www.Partselect.com and typed in the model of my range. Found the diagrams for my range and saw that from the switch ran a pair of wires to a Universal Receptacle (aka Terminal Block Kit). I figured since the Red light turns on when I turn the switch on it has to be the Terminal Block.

I ordered the part from www.Partselect.com ($14.00 including shipping) and replaced the part. The burner still would not get hot. I decided to test the switch. I removed the Control Panel cover (which is secure by 2 screws just below the digital clock). Once the cover was off, I saw the Blue wires going from the switch to the Terminal Block. To test the switch, I disconnected the two Blue Wires from connectors H1 and H2 and temporarily connected them to H1 and H2 of another switch. Sure enough, when I turned the other switch the element got hot.

So I placed another order from www.Partselect.com for a replacement switch ($50 including shipping). When that part came, I flipped the electrical circuit going to the range. I then removed the Control Panel cover again. With the new switch in hand (holding it near the old switch still attached to the Control Panel, I used the pliers to pull out each wire from it's connector and place it to it's corresponding connector on the new switch. Once all the wires were connected to the new switch, I pulled the knob of the switch off then used a phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the switch to the control panel. I replaced the old switch with the new one put the screws back in, replaced the knob. Turned the circuit back on and tested to make sure that the element got hot. When it did, then I replaced the Control Panel cover and enjoyed a nice dinner that was cooked in less time than we're accustomed to because of the new burner. So I spent a total of $64.00 to fix our range. Less than half the amount I would've spent if I called for a technican. And far less then buying a new range.

Partselect is a great resource for information. They have diagrams and schematics available to view and/or download. And when ordering it's a snap because there's an "Add to Cart" button next to each part it lists. So there's no confusion. I've already recommended Partselect.com to about 5 people. And will continue to do so!!
  • William from Burke, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 15% of time
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Rated by 8 customers 

  

A Bit Difficult 

1- 2 hours 

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Dual Element with Limiter -9 Inch /6 Inch - 1300W 1200W. With this element, you can adjust the size of the burner you want to use to match your pots/pans.

$ 175.53
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PartSelect Number PS2581859
Manufacturer Part Number 316555800

Replacing your Frigidaire Range Dual Element with Limiter

Replacing your Dual Element with Limiter

Customer Repair Stories

Element Burn out

Self easy

PS Great service Super FAST.
Thanks Jesse
  • Jesse from Forest, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Burned element

Flip up top, remove wires and two screws. Replace in opposite way. Turn off power to stove first.
  • Tom from Wallingford, CT
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 14% of time
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13 Reviews

Rated by 4 customers 

  

Easy 

15 - 30 mins 

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This is a six-inch radiant element with limiter. It works in conjunction with your stove top range. The purpose of this part is to heat up the cooking area that is located on top of the range, also known as your stove top. If you suspect that your surface element is not properly heating then you may want to test the element for continuity. This model is sold individually and is 1200 watts. The tools you will need for this installation include a Phillips screwdriver and a 14-inch nut driver.

$ 161.67
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PartSelect Number PS1528719
Manufacturer Part Number 318178110

Replacing your Frigidaire Range Radiant Element with Limiter - 1200W

Replacing your Radiant Element with Limiter - 1200W

Customer Repair Stories

old element coil burned apart breaking the circuit.

removed the old burner and put the new one in it's place.
  • James from WARRENTON, MO
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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burned out burner

First we removed two screws under the rim of the range top to open the lid. Lifted the lid and removed the screws from the bracket that holds the elements, Be careful with the clips that hold the element in, if you break them or bend them there aren't any more! Also note which holes they were in, they are marked according to the different sizes of elements. Disconnected the wires, needed needlenose pliers to grip them...connected new element, popped it back in place, replaced bracket, closed top ...Easy peasy!!!
  • Lori from Winter Haven, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 13% of time
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9 Reviews

Rated by 8 customers 

  

Easy 

30 - 60 mins 

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This part is the heatsource. This surface element is for ranges. Surface element supplies the heat to a cooking area on top of the range. Unplug the range or shut off the house circuit breaker for the range before installing this part. Wear work gloves to protect your hands.

$ 164.78
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PartSelect Number PS2361362
Manufacturer Part Number 316135401

Customer Repair Stories

right front element burned out

FIRST I UNPLUGGED THE GLASS TOP RANGE. While locating the part on the PartSelect diagram I was also able to determine how to access the burned out element. It was very simply to remove three phillips head screws in the front top( above the oven)area of the range, slide the topof the range forwardand lift it up, remove one screw holding the metal bar under the element, replace the element by usinga a pair of pliers to remove the electrical wires and then reversed the process. I saved a tidy amount doing the job myself.
  • Larry from Wenatchee, WA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
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9" radiant burner element stopped working.

VERY IMPORTANT! kill the circuit breaker to the unit and/or unplugged it! 2 screws hold the ceramic glass top to the lip @ top of oven--remove them and the top can be lifted up to expose all the burner elements and wiring--remove the 2 end screws that hold the retainer bracket for the burners - then remove the 2 screws that hold the burner in question to the bracket-there's also a retainer pin that needs a bit of fussing with to completely free the burner--once totally free remove the wires from the bad unit to the good unit exactly as they are situated --install new unit onto bracket with screws and bracket back to its original location on the ceramic top-put top back down and replace both anchor screws--initiate power back to unit and yeeehahh--You just saved yourself lottsa money from repair bills!!!
  • STEPHEN from GREENBUSH, ME
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 8% of time
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Rated by 11 customers 

  

Easy 

30 - 60 mins 

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This is a part for your range. This switch controls the stovetop surface burner. If you notice that your stove top is not turning on or is not adjusting to the corresponding desired heat, it is mostly likely due to the burner switch needing to be replaced. You will need a #1 square-head screwdriver and needle-nose pliers. Disconnect the power from the range. You will need to move the range out from the wall to remove the upper back panel to access to this part. This is an OEM genuine part.

$ 62.84
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PartSelect Number PS1145039
Manufacturer Part Number 316436000

Replacing your Frigidaire Range Infinite Burner Switch - Small Element - 240V

Replacing your Infinite Burner Switch - Small Element - 240V

Customer Repair Stories

new switch was not wired like old one

i first replaced element after old smoked & quit. replaced switch but i noticed when i started to replace the wires one at a time something didn't seem right. after checking the #s on the old one, they didn't match up with the new one.luckily i had the stove diagram from a packet on the back of the stove. i traced each wire according to the diagram and everything worked out fine. i'm just glad i didn't replace each wire to wire.the #'s were on the switch where each wire went which was different than the org. even though they looked the same.
  • PERRY from LECANTO, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Switch Was Making A Arcing Sound When Burner Was On

Removed the back cover of the range. Removed the knob from the front of the switch. Removed 2 screws holding switch to range. Removed wires one at a time and connected to proper poles on replacement switch and reinstalled new switch on range
  • Gerald from Paris, TN
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 5% of time
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22 Reviews

Rated by 30 customers 

  

Really Easy 

15 - 30 mins 

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This is the electronic clock timer mechanism only. The overlay or touch pad is NOT included. To get the overlay, please use the model# of your appliance to search.

$ 164.62
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PartSelect Number PS12728848
Manufacturer Part Number 5304518660

Replacing your Frigidaire Range Electronic Clock Assembly

Replacing your Electronic Clock Assembly

Customer Repair Stories

Oven and broiler don't work, but everything else does.

One day my wife turned on the oven and it didn't get hot. The heating element was cold even after it was turned on for a few minutes. The same story with the broiler. The stove top and timer worked fine, you could turn the oven on, it just never even started to heat up.
I ordered the new clock assembly and it got to my house in 2 or 3 days.
Once I got the new clock assembly, it was pretty easy to put in. Just take the back panel off (6 screws), unplug 5 or 6 wires, and 2 more screws and the old clock assembly is out. I peeled off the face sticker from my old clock and stuck it on the new one.
Putting it back in was just the reverse of taking the old one out. 2 screws, plugging in the wires, and then putting the back panel on.
Its been working as good as new for over a month.
  • Joshua from Normal, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Oven elements would not heat

Initially, I tested the temperature sensor and it was OK. I pulled out the range and shut off the circuit breaker to it. I removed the upper back sheet metal panel to expose the clock timer. I removed the 4 screws to it, unplugged the wires to it and plugged them into the new clock timer. I carefully removed the plastic facing stuck to the face of the old clock timer and stuck it on the new clock timer. No new adhesive was necessary. I placed the newly connected clock timer in position and secured it with the 4 screws that secured the old clock timer. I pushed the range back into position and reset the circuit breaker. I turned the oven on and the problem was resolved.
  • earl from seattle, WA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 3% of time
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Rated by 4 customers 

  

Easy 

15 - 30 mins 

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This broil element is located on the top inside the oven.

$ 143.25
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PartSelect Number PS439671
Manufacturer Part Number 316203200

Replacing your Frigidaire Range Broil Element

Replacing your Broil Element

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Bottom elerment burnt into

First i removed the two screws that hold the element
in place. I the pulled the element out about 3 inches and disconnect the 2 wires. The new one didn't come with the little holders at the front of the element and were very hard to get loose from the old element .i finally got them back on the new one and put it back in the stove. Pretty simple job though.
  • Danny from Gaffney, SC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers
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Top Broiler element burned out

I disconnected power cord. Removed cooking racks. Removed element mounting screws. Removed back panel and removed wires on both ends. Pulled element out put new one in and bolted down. Reconnected wires. Put rear cover on. Plugged in and checked for correct opreation. OK!
  • Richard from Alexander City, AL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Socket set
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8 PROBE
Fixes Symptom 3% of time
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22 Reviews

Rated by 5 customers 

  

Really Easy 

15 - 30 mins 

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Note: Connector could be different than original. If so cut & splice wires together with porcelain wire nuts.

$ 22.73
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PartSelect Number PS11731754
Manufacturer Part Number 316233903

Replacing your Frigidaire Range PROBE

Replacing your PROBE

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Error message on display ff30

Slid oven out removed one screw one plug replaced part took 5 minutes.told parts repair the error message and they sent me the correct part in two days will use them again saved me from Repair man wanted 85 dollars just to look at it my cost was 28 for probe and 8 dollars for shipping already helped neighbor with their stove they needed new ignighter 12 dollars repair place want 110 to come look at it this site walks you through repair best service!!!!
  • Roger from CHICAGO, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers
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Range would not come on

Turned off power, took back off stove removed old probe.
I had to splice wires since new probe ends did not match up.
the instructions were to splice the wires. I had the breaker off for about 3 hours. this is not in the instructions, but being a widow, I had to ask a few people why it would not come on after I connected the wires.
After waiting, I turned the breaker on and my range came back on.
  • MaryLou from Monroe, NC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 3% of time
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6 Reviews

Rated by 3 customers 

  

Really Easy 

15 - 30 mins 

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This bake element is found on the bottom of the oven.

$ 136.93
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PartSelect Number PS2345209
Manufacturer Part Number 316225001

Replacing your Frigidaire Range Bake Element - 240V

Replacing your Bake Element - 240V

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The stupid baking element died on CHRISTMAS EVE!

My husband removed the old one in a few minutes, the just popped the new one in when it came. Not for nothing, (where we purchased the stove) wanted $67 for the same part you all charged $49.00
  • Minda from Madras, OR
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Socket set
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Bake element(bottom element) melted through, would not turn off until breaker shut off.

Pulled stove away from wall until I could access behind it. Disconnected power source, used nut driver to remove 7 small hex screws with nut driver, from back cover, slide down and away. Disconnect two wire( 1 from each end of element). Open oven door, remove all shelves, remove two screws inside oven on back wall, pull out old element. Guide in new element(gently guide each end through access holes in back of oven, line unscrew holes with retaining clips, insert screws. Place racks back in oven. Reattach back panelnwith 7 screws, plug power source back in. Slide oven back into place. Done.
  • Timothy from Greensburg, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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Fixes Symptom 1% of time
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4 Reviews

Rated by 2 customers 

  

Easy 

30 - 60 mins 

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This switch controls the stove top surface burner. This surface element control switch is for ranges. Surface element control switch turns the surface element on and off and controls how much heat the element produces. Unplug the range or shut off the house circuit breaker for the range before installing this part.

$ 155.72
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PartSelect Number PS3504401
Manufacturer Part Number 316238201

Replacing your Frigidaire Range Dual surface element switch

Replacing your Dual surface element switch