Bake Element W11545804 Whirlpool Oven

The Bake Element is an OEM part for Whirlpool electric ranges. Located inside the oven cavity, this 2800W element is responsible for providing the necessary heat during the baking function. The element features an outer housing that protects internal coils, allowing it to withstand high temperatures while efficiently radiating heat energy into the oven.

Causes of a bad bake element can include deterioration of coil insulation after extended use, fractures or breaks in the outer housing from impact or rough handling, or shorts within the coil wiring.

Symptoms of a bad bake element include:

• Inadequate or uneven heating during baking
• The oven failing to reach or maintain set baking temperatures
• The bake element making audible cracking or sparking noises