Electric cooktop radiant element cycles on and off too frequently or does not reach high temperature.

Safety first: Turn off power before accessing internal components.

• Verify cookware: Use flat-bottom pans that match the size of the element marking. Warped pans can cause the limiter to cycle early.
• Observe cycling: At high setting, the element should glow steadily for a while before cycling. Very rapid cycling may indicate a bad limiter.
• Inspect limiter: Access the element and check the small limiter device attached to it. Ensure it is properly clipped and making good contact.
• Replace limiter or element: On many designs, the limiter is integrated with the element; replace the entire element assembly if faulty.
• Check infinite switch: If the element never reaches full power, test and replace the infinite switch if it does not provide full output at high setting.