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Whirlpool Gold Series oven threw sparks while preheating

By JSchell
October 6 in DIY Appliance Repair Help

https://appliantology.org/topic/107452-whirlpool-gold-series-oven-threw-sparks-while-preheating/

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Posted October 6

Model number: YFE745H0FS0

Last night turned on the oven to cook dinner. At around 200°, there was a loud “sizzle” noise and flashes of light from inside the oven. I immediately turned it off and turned the breaker off.

This morning, I pulled the element (top bake/broil) and inspected it. Didn’t look any worse for wear and it read 16.4 ohms when I tested for continuity, which according to some quick research was within normal range.

I put it back in and tried to preheat to 350° and it took maybe around 25 minutes to get to 285° where it stopped and wouldn’t progress for several minutes.

I am guessing it’s the element that’s faulty, but not sure if that would have caused sparks.

Thoughts?