Kenmore 79046763907 electric range Parts

For Kenmore electric range model 79046763907, the model number is printed on the serial plate. On this style of range, the serial plate is typically on the oven front frame behind the oven door, or behind the lower drawer (depending on the exact configuration). See the installation guide for the serial plate location diagram.

Where to look on model 79046763907

Check these spots in this order:

• Open the oven door and look along the oven front frame (the frame around the oven opening)
• Look behind the oven door area for a serial plate label
• Pull out the bottom drawer (storage or broil drawer) and check the frame area behind it
• If the drawer is hard to remove, check the drawer opening edges for a label you can read without fully removing it

What to write down (and why)

When you find the serial plate, record the details exactly as shown:

• Model number (example: 79046763907)
• Serial number
• Lot number or letter (if listed)

Why it matters

The model number and serial information ensure you get the correct Kenmore range parts (like a surface element, control switch, or oven temperature sensor) and the right instructions for your exact build.

Quick checklist

Use this to confirm you have the right identifier before ordering parts:

Item	What it’s used for
Model number	Matches the correct parts list and diagrams
Serial number	Identifies the production run/version
Lot number/letter	Helps narrow down compatible revisions

Last updated: February 2026

For the Kenmore 79046763907 electric range, the most commonly replaced parts are the ones that take the most heat and daily wear: surface elements and their connections, oven temperature sensing parts, and oven light components. Use the parts diagram and troubleshooting steps in the owner's manual to match symptoms to the right replacement.

Most common replacement parts on an electric range

These are the parts we see replaced most often on coil-element ranges like this Kenmore model:

• Surface coil elements (burner coils) that won’t heat or heat unevenly
• Surface element receptacles and wiring connections that overheat or arc (often shows as burning smell or intermittent heat)
• Surface element control switches that stick, won’t regulate heat, or won’t turn off
• Oven temperature sensor when baking temperatures are consistently off
• Oven light parts (bulb, lens, socket, door light switch) when the light won’t work or stays on

Parts on this model that match those common failures

If your symptom lines up, these model-compatible parts are common fixes:

Symptom	Likely part type	Example part for 79046763907
One burner won’t heat	Surface coil element	Range coil surface element, 6-in 318372211 or frigidaire range coil surface element, 8-in 316442301
Burner cuts in and out, arcing	Receptacle (block)	Block 5303935058
Burner won’t regulate or won’t shut off	Infinite switch	Range surface element control switch 318293830 or range surface element control switch 318293831
Oven temp too hot or too cool	Oven temperature sensor	Range oven temperature sensor 5304504897
Oven light out or lens damaged	Light components	Appliance light bulb, 40-watt 316538904 or range oven light lens 5304524341

Quick checks before you order a part

We recommend these fast, safe checks to avoid replacing the wrong component:

• Confirm the control is set correctly and the element is fully seated in the receptacle.
• Swap the suspect surface element with another same-size element to see if the problem follows the element.
• Look for discoloration, pitting, or melted plastic at the receptacle and wire terminals.
• For oven temperature issues, compare set temp vs. actual temp using an oven thermometer over several cycles.
• For light issues, verify the bulb is tight and inspect the lens for cracks or heat damage.

Why it matters

Replacing the correct “wear” part restores safe, consistent heating and helps prevent secondary damage (for example, a loose receptacle can overheat wiring; a failed sensor can cause poor baking results).

Last updated: February 2026

Yes, repairing a Kenmore electric range like model 79046763907 is usually worth it when the cabinet cutout and electrical setup already fit the range and the issue is limited to common service parts (elements, switches, sensor, light parts) instead of major wiring or control damage.

When repair makes sense

We typically recommend repair when the problem is isolated and the range is otherwise in good shape.

• One burner not heating or heating erratically (often an element, receptacle, or control switch)
• Oven temperature is off (often the oven temperature sensor)
• Oven light not working (bulb, socket, or lens)
• No signs of overheating at the power connection
• You want to avoid changing cabinetry for a different style of range

Helpful references for your exact unit are in the installation guide and owner's manual.

Quick cost-to-benefit checklist

Use this simple comparison to decide where your repair falls.

What failed	Typical repair scope	Usually worth repairing?
Surface heating issue	Element, receptacle, or switch replacement	Yes
Oven not baking evenly	Sensor replacement and calibration check	Yes
Oven light issue	Bulb, lens, or socket replacement	Yes
Power connection issue	Terminal block and cord inspection, wiring repair	Sometimes (safety first)
Multiple major symptoms	Deeper electrical diagnosis	Sometimes

Parts that commonly solve the problem

If your symptoms match, these are common fixes for the 79046763907.

• Surface burner not heating: range coil surface element, 6-in 318372211 or frigidaire range coil surface element, 8-in 316442301
• Burner cuts in and out: range surface element control switch 318293830 (or the other switch style range surface element control switch 318293831)
• Oven temperature inaccurate: range oven temperature sensor 5304504897
• Oven light out: appliance light bulb, 40-watt 316538904 or range oven light socket 316116400

Why it matters

This model is a 30-inch slide-in electric range; keeping the same unit avoids reworking the countertop opening and cabinet spacing. The installation instructions also emphasize proper grounding and code-compliant electrical connection, so electrical issues at the power connection should be handled carefully and correctly.

Last updated: February 2026

For a Kenmore 79046763907 electric range, the two most common problems are (1) a surface burner that will not heat correctly and (2) an oven that will not heat or won’t hold temperature. These issues are usually tied to a failed heating component, a control switch, or a temperature-sensing part.

Problem 1: Surface burner not heating (or heating unevenly)

This typically shows up as a coil element that stays cold, cycles incorrectly, or only heats on certain settings.

Common causes to check

• Loose or burned connections at the receptacle (surface element plug-in block)
• Failed surface element (coil)
• Failed infinite switch (surface element control switch)
• Damaged wiring in the cooktop harness

Parts that often fix it (when symptoms match)

• Frigidaire range coil surface element, 8-in 316442301
• Range coil surface element, 6-in 318372211
• Block 5303935058 (surface element receptacle)
• Range surface element control switch 318293830 or range surface element control switch 318293831

Problem 2: Oven not heating or temperature is inaccurate

If bake or broil will not heat, or the oven runs too hot or too cool, the most common culprits are the heating element(s) or the temperature sensor.

What we check first

• Confirm the oven is set to Bake or Broil correctly (some modes will delay heat)
• Look for visible damage on elements (blisters, cracks, burned spots)
• If the oven heats but is consistently off-temp, suspect the sensor

Parts that often fix it (when symptoms match)

Symptom	Most likely part to check	Example part for this model
No bake heat	Bake element	Element 318255401
No broil heat	Broil element	Frigidaire range broil element 318255605
Temperature swings or error related to temp	Oven temperature sensor	Range oven temperature sensor 5304504897

Why it matters

Heating problems are more than an inconvenience; they can lead to undercooked food, burned cookware, and unsafe operation if a burner will not shut off. Your installation instructions also stress safe operation and resetting controls to the OFF position after use. Review the safety and setup details in the installation guide.

Quick safety checklist before troubleshooting

• Turn all knobs to OFF and let surfaces cool completely
• Disconnect power at the breaker before inspecting wiring or switches
• Avoid using the oven or cooktop as storage space
• Keep flammables away from the range area

Last updated: February 2026