Kenmore 79042502313 electric range Parts

To replace the oven control board on your Kenmore electric range model 79042502313, we shut off power at the breaker, access the control area, move each wire to the matching terminal on the new board, reconnect the ribbon cable, then reassemble and test basic bake and broil functions. Use the 79042502313 owner’s manual for safety and access guidance.

• Turn off the range at the circuit breaker or remove the fuse; confirm the display is off.
• Let the range cool completely.
• Avoid touching exposed wiring or terminals.
• Never lift or pull the range by the control panel.
• If you need to pull the range forward, keep enough slack in the conduit for service.

1. Disconnect power at the breaker.
2. Access the control area (typically from the back panel or console area, depending on configuration).
3. Label wires before removal (masking tape works well).
4. Transfer wires one at a time from the old board to the same location on the new board.
5. Reconnect the ribbon cable: fully insert it into the connector, then lock the connector in place.
6. Reinstall panels, restore power, and test.

Many “control board” symptoms are caused by a sensor or overheating issue. Check these first:

• Oven temperature is wildly inaccurate or triggers errors: consider the range oven temperature sensor 5304504897.
• Control area gets unusually hot: inspect the cooling fan and airflow path.
• Random resets or dead display: inspect the power connection and terminal block for heat damage.

The oven control board manages bake and broil outputs and reads sensor feedback. Correct wire placement and a fully seated ribbon connector prevent misfires, error codes, and no-heat conditions.

Last updated: February 2026

On a Kenmore electric range like model 79042502313, an oven that “stops working” is usually caused by a power supply problem (tripped breaker or loose connection), a control lock or fault code, or a failed heating or temperature-sensing component that prevents the control from running bake or broil.

• Confirm the range has full power (electric ranges typically need 240 VAC; a half-tripped breaker can leave lights working but no heat).
• Look for "LOC" on the display; if it is on, the oven controls are locked.
• Press STOP to clear a beeping error code, then try BAKE or BROIL again.
• If an error returns, turn off power for 5 minutes, restore power, and retest.
• If the oven heats unevenly or shuts down mid-cycle, suspect a sensing or control issue.

If power and settings are correct, these are the most frequent culprits on electric ranges:

When an oven stops working, the fastest fix comes from separating a power issue (breaker, terminal block, wiring) from a control or sensor issue (fault codes, lockout, temperature feedback). That prevents unnecessary part replacement and gets bake and broil working again sooner.

Last updated: February 2026

On Kenmore electric range model 79042502313, the model and serial number are printed on the serial plate. You will typically find that serial plate on the range body (often behind the oven door area or near the storage drawer opening); confirm the exact location using the 79042502313 installation guide.

We recommend checking these spots in order (power off and the range cool):

• Behind the oven door, along the door frame (door jamb) on the front of the range
• Around the storage drawer opening (remove the drawer and look on the frame)
• On the back panel of the range near where the power cord enters
• Along a side panel edge (less common, but possible)
• In paperwork that came with the range (use and care guide packet)

The serial plate usually includes both identifiers. Record both so we can match parts correctly.

Kenmore ranges often have multiple versions that look similar. Using the exact model number prevents ordering the wrong surface element, control switch, or oven sensor for your range.

Last updated: February 2026

If your Kenmore electric range model 79042502313 oven is not getting hot, the most common causes are a control setting issue (clock not set or bake not actually selected), a failed oven temperature sensor, or a heating circuit problem. Start with the quick control checks in the 79042502313 owner's manual.

• Set the clock; this model’s oven functions require the time of day to be set.
• Confirm you selected Bake and a temperature, then press Start.
• Verify the range has power (surface elements and display behavior can help confirm).
• If the oven was stored or delivered in cold conditions, let it sit above 32°F for at least 3 hours before powering it on.
• If a recent power outage occurred, turn the range off, restore power, then reset the clock and cooking function.

When settings and power look normal, we focus on the parts that tell the control how hot the oven is and the parts that actually heat.

• Power reset: Turn the breaker off for 1 minute, then back on; reset the clock and try Bake again.
• Sensor check: If the oven heats inconsistently or never reaches set temp, the sensor is a top suspect; replacing the range oven temperature sensor 5304504897 often restores normal temperature control.
• Error codes: If the display shows an F-code or other fault, use the Kenmore 790 self-cleaning range error codes guide to narrow the failure to the sensor, control, or wiring.
• Wiring and terminal connections: With power off, check for loose or overheated connections at the terminal block and harness connections.

An oven that does not heat correctly can be caused by something simple (clock not set) or something that affects temperature regulation (sensor). Fixing the right root cause helps prevent repeat failures and protects the oven control from unnecessary stress.

Last updated: February 2026