GE Broil Element Circuit Failure

Oven will not heat in broil mode, bake may still work.

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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

Open broil element, Burned broil wiring, Failed broil relay on control board, Loose broil element connections

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Disconnect power and allow oven to cool.

  • Inspect broil element: Look for visible breaks or burn marks on the upper element.
  • Continuity test: Remove mounting screws, pull element forward, disconnect wires, and test with a multimeter. Replace if open.
  • Check wiring: Repair any burned or loose wires at the element terminals.
  • Control board: If element and wiring are good, replace the EOC.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Broil Element
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