This switch controls the stovetop 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. Wear work gloves to protect your hands.
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Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Element will not heat
This part works with the following products:
Range.
This part works with the following products:
Whirlpool, Roper, KitchenAid, Estate.
Part# WP3148953 replaces these:
AP6007658, 3148953, WP3148953VP
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Velma
September 12, 2017
The 8 inch burner comes on gets hot but wont turn down stays on high all the time, do i need a burner or the control
For model number RF110AXSQ3
Hello Velma, thank you for contacting us. You will need to replace the switch as this is what's causing this issue with the burner. Good luck with the repair!
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Ken
October 10, 2019
It is a Whirlpool. Does the 3149400 replace the 3148953 for the 8 inch element control?
For model number YIES350XW1
Hi Ken,
Thank you for your question. Part number 3149400 does not replace part number 3148953. The part number listed under your model number for the 8 inch burner switch is WP3148953, which replaces part number 3148953. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Roger
October 5, 2021
The top left big burner gets to hot red hot at times can not turn down. What part do I need? Thank you.
For model number WFC150M0EB0
Hello Roger, Thank you for the question. This is an indication the Switch that controls the Element is defective and will need to be replaced, Part #: PS11740775. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Stacey
February 7, 2019
The knob on my stove that goes to the front 8 in burner pops and sizzles and smells like wires are burning. What could be the problem? It heats up but afraid to use it with it making that noise. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks so much
For model number WFC150MOEBO
Hello Stacey, Thank you for the question. This sounds like the Switch behind the knob is defective and should be replaced.PartSelect Number PS11740775. Thank you for your inquiry, good luck with this repair!
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Rick Martin
January 26, 2020
Is this part number the same for large burner and small burners . Will it shut off my cooktop light indicator which stays on all the time . Thank you
For model number Wfc150moewo Electric range
Hello and thank you for writing.
Small 6 inch burner PS11740785
Large burner PS11740775. After installation of the new switch, we suggest to try a hard reset:
Go to your breaker box and shut the breakers for your unit off, wait 5 minutes and then turn the breaker to on again. That should hopefully clear this problem of the indicator light. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime if you require further assistance.
The 8" front right burner gets warm, but will not glow red. It also will not get hot enough to boil water in a pot. Could it be the limiter, or perhaps the infinite switch?
For model number KERI203PWH3
Hello Greg, thank you for your question. The issue could be with either of those parts. We would recommend testing the switch first to determine the issue. Here is a link that will provide information on testing that part.
https://www.partselect.com/Range-Stove-Oven+Infinite-Switch-Testing+repair.htm
I hope this helps!
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David
September 24, 2019
My 8" burner has no temperature control; when i turn it on, it is high only. I have researched that the element control switch needs to be replaced, but i have found two 8" switches for this model range. What is the difference between part# wp3149400 and wp3148953?
For model number ACR4303MFW
Hello David,
Thank you for your question. The correct switch for your model is under part WP3149400. Part wp3148953 is the same part, but this switch is not compatible to your model. Hope this helps!
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Carlos Hernandez
November 20, 2018
If i replace the switch that activates the burner, will the stove turn on? Cause only one burner burned. Not the all of them
For model number RF302BXDW0
Hello Carlos, Thank you for the question. If it is just the one burner not working then replacing the switch or the element should fix the issue. If none of the burners are working you may have more issues within the appliance. I suggest starting with the wiring for burn marks or defects. Hope this helps, good luck with this repair!
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Jai
November 14, 2021
Which infinite control switch do I need for bigger front left surface element and which surface element to replace bigger surface element?
For model number RF378LXPS
Hello Jai, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS11747192 for the Large Control Switch and Part #: PS11764902 for the Element. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Replaced both elements and thermal fuse after bottom element burnt up oven elements will not come on?
For model number Wfe540h0eb1
Hello Mike, thank you for the question. The issue seems to be with the Temperature Sensor and you may need to replace it, the part number is FIX11726314. If that does not take care of the issue, we would recommend checking the Control Panel, part number FIX11756564. Please reach out to customer service if you need help placing an order, anyone will be happy to assist you. We hope that helps.
Replacing your Whirlpool Range Infinite Switch - 8 Inch
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The burner would keep heating after turning off the switch
Start by turning off the power to the range. It was fairly easy to take the "Control Deck" off the top of the range by removing about 8 screws. I leaned the deck forward without removing any wires except a green ground that was held on by one of the screws. There are two small screws under the switch knob holding the Infinite Switch to the panel. I removed these and let the switch hang on the wires. To avoid missplacing or crossing the wires... I moved one wire at a time to the new switch, then attached the switch to the panel and put it all back together. Whole job was done in about 15 minutes
RON from KAUFMAN, TX
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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Burned out wires and 2 switches.
Unscrewed the switches and let the switch hang while replacing one wire at a time. Followed instructions on wire replacement. Exact parts, only shaft on 6" switch was too long -- okay, because it is designed to break off a piece on end of shaft, then the knob fit. Everything was perfect.
The 8-inch burner only heated on high regardless of the temperature setting dialed in.
Unplugged stove from electrical outlet. Pulled temperature control dial off by hand. Remove screws to top back stove panel with Phillips screwdriver. Removed top stove back panel. Unscrewed broken infinity switch from stove. Unclipped wiring harness to broken switch by prying loose with flat head screw driver. Reclipped wiring harness to new switch. Screwed replacement switch back onto stove. Reattached back panel with screws.
Reginald from PLAINFIELD, IN
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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Infinite switch bad and receptacle heat damaged
Removed back plate, replaced infinite switch. Replaced receptacle holder. Took a moment to see how to install wires into the receptacle, no instructions on orientation of wires into the receptacle. Wired receptacle per instructions. Placed receptacle into holder and installed burner. Burner Burner would not lay flat, receptacle longer than original. Removed receptacle from holder, plugged in burner and placed burner into position.
Burner would randomly overheat on any setting (Bad Control Switch)
1) Unplug stove. 2) Remove back cover of the stove held in place by 8 screws (4 short ones for the upper holes and 4 longer ones for the lower holes.). 3) Remove the knob from the switch that you are replacing to expose the switch mounting screws (2 screws). 4) Remove the screws. 5) Go to the rear of the stove and extract the defective switch. 6) You will see 2 plastic plugs going into/onto the switch. Remove the plugs. MAKE SURE YOU ARE UNPLUGGED FROM THE Wall OUTLET!! A small flat blade may be needed to separate the plugs from switch. 7) Attach the plugs to the new switch (there is only one way to do it. you wont get them confused and put on wrong. 8) Put the new switch where the defective one was. 9) Come to the front of the stove and put your two screws in and replace the knob. 10) Replace the back cover, 11) Plug in and test burner.
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