Jenn-Air S160-C electric slide-in range Parts

On an electric range like the S160-C, the model number is usually on a rating label around the oven door opening or on the frame behind the storage drawer. Match the full model exactly so the parts list and diagrams show the correct components.

• Along the oven frame behind the door (open the door and check the front frame)
• Behind the storage drawer (pull the drawer out and look on the frame)
• On the back panel near the power cord entry
• Under the cooktop edge (less common; check only if other spots are blank)

Use the complete information from the label:

• Model number (example: S160-C)
• Serial number
• Any suffix letters or revision codes

Small differences in a model number can change wiring, switches, and heating parts. Using the exact model helps you choose the right items, such as the range surface element control switch W11120791 or the correct oven element.

Last updated: March 2026

The most common S160-C electric range problems are uneven oven heating, a broil or bake element that stops working, cooktop elements that will not regulate heat, and power connection issues at the terminal block. These faults usually show up as slow preheat, no-heat, or intermittent operation.

• Oven will not bake: failed lower element, burned wiring, or poor connection
• Broil not working: failed broiler element or wiring issue
• Cooktop element stuck on high or not heating: failed infinite switch
• Heat leaking around door: worn door gasket
• Range dead or burning smell at rear: loose/overheated power cord connection

• Turn off power at the breaker before removing panels or touching wiring
• Look for visible damage: blisters, breaks, or burned terminals on elements and connectors
• If a surface element overheats, stop using that burner until the switch is corrected
• Use a meter only if you are comfortable with electrical testing; otherwise use a technician

Catching a failing element, switch, or terminal connection early prevents overheating damage to wiring and helps the oven hold accurate temperatures.

Last updated: March 2026

A typical electric range like the S160-C lasts 13 years with normal household use. Keeping the oven door sealed, elements heating evenly, and electrical connections tight helps you reach that lifespan and avoid nuisance failures.

• Heavy high-heat use (broiling, self-clean cycles) accelerates wear on elements and wiring
• Slamming the oven door can damage hinges and compress the door gasket
• Grease buildup can overheat components and restrict airflow
• Loose power-cord connections can overheat at the terminal block
• Delayed repairs (arcing, burning smells, weak heating) often lead to bigger failures

These are the items we see replaced most often on electric ranges as they age:

Replacing a failing heating or power-connection part early protects the wiring and helps the range maintain stable temperatures for baking and broiling.

Last updated: March 2026