Electrolux Open Bake Element or Circuit

Oven does not heat at all on bake, broil may or may not work; no error code displayed.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Failed bake heating element, Burnt wire at bake element terminal, Open thermal cutoff or high-limit thermostat, Faulty bake relay on EOC

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker before inspecting elements or wiring.

  • Visual check: Inspect the bake element inside the oven for blisters, cracks, or breaks.
  • Test element: Disconnect the element leads (from rear or front depending on model) and measure resistance. A typical element reads 15–40 Ω. An open reading means it must be replaced.
  • Inspect wiring: Check for burnt or loose wires at the element terminals and along the harness.
  • Check thermostats: Locate any inline thermal cutoffs or high-limit thermostats on the rear of the oven cavity and test for continuity. Replace if open.
  • If all else is good: The bake relay on the EOC may be faulty and the board will need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Bake Heating Element
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