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rsterling78 Prowler Junkie Posts: 286 From: Huntsville, Alabama, USA Registered: MAR 2004	posted 11-21-2004 09:37 AM I have a 15 - 20 year old GE oven with a burned out heating element (or "bake unit," as they're now called). I can't find an exact replacement for this model oven. Anybody know anything about this sort of problem? Considering that the element is just a wire loop that hooks into the oven with two screws, it seems like it wouldn't be a big deal to use any heating element that would fit, but what do I know? Any advice would be appreciated.
butchcee Prowler Junkie Posts: 7476 From: Lake Ariel, Pa. Registered: SEP 2000	posted 11-21-2004 10:05 AM Just an educated guess, but if there's a replacement that resembles the one that was replaced, I would go with it if it was me. Chances are that the new element will be more efficient then the old one because of the conductivity of the new wire. The thermostat will still control heat, but I would check oven temp with a place in thermometer..my 2 cents.
GRROWL Prowler Junkie Posts: 2404 From: Herndon, VA Registered: FEB 2002	posted 11-21-2004 10:55 AM quote: Originally posted by rsterling78: I can't find an exact replacement for this model oven. When you say "can't find": 1) If you looked on the Internet, have you tried an old mom-and-pop type store that does repairs? I'll bet the owner knows how to fix it. There are THOUSANDS of models with various features, but a limited number of heating elements. I'll bet either an old-timer would know or have a cross-reference to find out. AND, if you looked locally, have you done a full Internet search? Sears (or is it now K-Mart?) advertises that they repair all makes and models and I know they have a good supply of parts for their own models, they may just have it. I would suggest looking for a cross-reference online - I'm sure the element you're looking for was used in MANY different models. Oh, h#$%, tell me what you've done already and what the model is (and if there's a number on the element itself) and I'll spend a few minutes on an Internet search. Sometimes it's just the order you list the search terms. -GRROWL
rsterling78 Prowler Junkie Posts: 286 From: Huntsville, Alabama, USA Registered: MAR 2004	posted 11-21-2004 01:21 PM I've tried to find a replacement element on the Internet with no success. The make of the oven is General Electric. The model is a P7. I believe the oven is from the 1980s. There is no item number on the heating element. The oven itself is designated as J KP27G0D2BG. I assume the "0" in the number is a zero and not the letter "O." I don't think heating elements are all that expensive so I don't know if heating element repair is a readily available service. Thanks for the advice so far. I'll keep checking this thread if anybody comes up with anything.
Jim R. Prowler Junkie Posts: 653 From: Houston,Texas,USA Registered: APR 2001	posted 11-21-2004 01:25 PM Maybe this link will help you . I use them for everything . The trouble shooting section is great. good luck http://www.repairclinic.com/
GRROWL Prowler Junkie Posts: 2404 From: Herndon, VA Registered: FEB 2002	posted 11-21-2004 02:49 PM Here ya go: http://www.partselect.com/MultiModels.aspx?ModelNum=JKP27G&searchTerm=&RefineSearch=0 If the link doesn't work, go to www.PartSelect.com and just search for the first 6-digits of your model: JKP27G Let us know how it goes. -GRROWL
Tate Daniels Prowler Junkie Posts: 33 From: New London, NC, USA Registered: JUN 2003	posted 11-21-2004 02:57 PM I have both oven elements from a JMC27G, I belive they are the same and you can have them for the cost of shipping to you. E-mail me if you want them. You can also order a new one from this site. http://www.appliance-parts-warehouse.com/general-electric-parts /General-Electric-Stove-Oven-Parts-Page-3451.cfm Go about halfway down the page till you see your model number. They are less than $30.00 I hope this helps. Tate tate@vnet.net This message has been edited by Tate Daniels on 11-21-2004 at 02:59 PM
rsterling78 Prowler Junkie Posts: 286 From: Huntsville, Alabama, USA Registered: MAR 2004	posted 11-21-2004 03:36 PM Thanks for the help. The closest part I'm seeing is a bake element that appears to be consistent in terms of its physical dimensions. It is part # PS249424 at PartSelect.com. I do note that it is described as BAKE UNIT 208/240V. The plate on my oven displays the following information: -----9.0-----------7.0 ---120/240V-----120/208V I assume this describes the cubic footage of the upper and lower ovens, and the voltage requirements of the bake units. Does the product description mean that the heating element will accomodate 240 or 208 volts? I hate this oven with all my heart. Thanks again for the responses.

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