Kenmore 79090313012 electric range Parts

If your Kenmore electric range model 79090313012 has a dead oven (no heat), the most common causes are a failed bake circuit (bake element, temperature sensor, or control) or a power supply issue affecting the oven side of the range. Start with safe power checks, then test the heating components.

Quick checks first (no tools)

• Confirm the range is fully plugged in and the cord is not loose.
• Check the home breaker: most electric ranges use a 2-pole breaker; a half-tripped breaker can leave the cooktop working while the oven will not heat.
• Make sure the oven is not in a timed mode or control lock setting (see the 79090313012 owner's manual).
• If the display is blank and nothing works, suspect a power supply or terminal connection issue.

What to test next (with power OFF)

Turn off the breaker before removing panels or touching wiring.

• Bake element: Look for blistering, cracks, or burned spots; an open element will prevent baking.
• Oven temperature sensor: A failed sensor can cause no-heat or incorrect heat; for this model, the sensor is commonly replaced as frigidaire range oven temperature sensor 316490000.
• Control or wiring: Loose or overheated connections can interrupt power to the oven circuit.
• Terminal block connections: The installation instructions warn not to loosen the factory-installed nuts at the terminal block; loose or damaged connections here can cause electrical failure (see the 79090313012 installation guide).

Symptoms and likely causes

Symptom	Most likely cause	What to do
Cooktop works, oven will not heat	Bake element or sensor issue	Inspect element; test sensor; replace failed part
Broil works, bake does not	Failed bake element	Replace bake element
Oven heats inconsistently	Sensor drifting or poor connection	Check sensor and wiring
Nothing works (no display)	Power supply issue	Check breaker, cord, terminal block

Why it matters

An electric range can appear “partly working” on 120V while the oven needs full 240V. Catching a weak breaker leg, loose terminal block connection, or failed heating part prevents repeat shutdowns and helps restore normal baking performance.

Last updated: February 2026

For a Kenmore electric range, the model number is printed on the appliance’s rating label. On model 79090313012, check the oven door frame area first; you can confirm the exact label location and format in the 79090313012 owner's manual.

Where to look on the range

Check these common label locations (in this order):

• Along the oven door frame (open the oven door and look around the front frame)
• On the lower drawer frame (storage or warming drawer area)
• Behind the control panel area (less common)
• On the back panel of the range (you may need a flashlight)

What the label looks like

Most Kenmore range rating labels include:

• Model number (example: 79090313012)
• Serial number
• Electrical rating (volts/amps)
• Manufacturing code information

Tips to read it accurately

• Wipe grease and dust off the label with a damp cloth so the digits are clear.
• Copy the model number exactly; include all digits with no spaces.
• If a digit is hard to read, take a close-up photo and zoom in.

Model number vs. serial number

Item	What it’s used for	Example format
Model number	Matching parts and diagrams	79090313012
Serial number	Identifying the specific unit	Letters and numbers

Why it matters

Using the exact model number ensures you get the correct Kenmore range parts for your configuration, such as the correct bake element, surface element, or oven temperature sensor.

Last updated: March 2026

The average lifespan of a Kenmore electric range like model 79090313012 is 13 to 15 years with normal household use and basic maintenance. Keeping the oven temperature accurate and electrical connections tight helps this range reach that typical service life.

What affects lifespan most

• Heating element wear from high-heat baking and broiling cycles
• Control and switch wear from frequent burner and oven use
• Heat damage from blocked airflow or heavy soil buildup
• Power supply issues (loose terminal connections, voltage problems)
• Door seal condition (heat loss makes components work harder)

Maintenance that helps it last longer

• Keep spills off the oven bottom and around elements to reduce hot spots.
• Avoid slamming the oven door; it protects hinges and the door seal.
• If baking becomes uneven, test and replace the oven sensor when needed (see frigidaire range oven temperature sensor 316490000).
• Replace weak or damaged heating elements promptly (see frigidaire range bake element 316413800 and frigidaire range broil element 316203301).
• Follow the electrical connection and grounding guidance in the installation guide.

Quick “repair or replace” guide

If your range has this issue	Usually worth repairing?	Common fix
Oven not heating	Yes	Replace bake or broil element
Temperature swings	Yes	Replace oven temperature sensor
One burner won’t regulate heat	Yes	Replace surface element control switch
Multiple major failures at once	Sometimes	Compare repair cost vs. age

Why it matters

Knowing the 13 to 15 year average helps you plan: you can often extend useful life with targeted part replacements instead of living with slow preheat, uneven baking, or unreliable surface heat.

Last updated: March 2026