Kenmore Elite 79097509002 electric range Parts

To reset your Kenmore Elite electric range model 79097509002, we recommend doing a simple power reset first: turn the range off, shut off the circuit breaker for 1 minute, then restore power and set the clock. This clears many control glitches and restores normal oven operation.

Quick reset options (most common)

• Power reset (recommended): breaker OFF for 1 minute, then ON
• Cancel/clear reset: press Cancel/Clear Off once, then reselect a bake setting
• After a self-clean lockup: allow the oven to cool fully, then try Cancel/Clear Off and a power reset

Step-by-step: power reset (safe and effective)

1. Turn all oven and cooktop controls to Off.
2. Switch the range circuit breaker Off (or unplug if accessible).
3. Wait 60 seconds.
4. Restore power.
5. Re-set the clock and test Bake at 350°F.

If the reset does not fix it

A reset helps when the electronic control is confused; it will not fix a failed part. These are the most common next checks:

• Oven will not heat or heats erratically: test/replace the range oven temperature sensor 5304504897
• Oven overheats or shuts down: check the range high-limit thermostat 318004902
• Control acts dead or relays click but no heat: inspect wiring connections and the terminal block 5304409888
• Display works but oven functions are inconsistent: the oven relay control board may be involved

What to check first (fast troubleshooting)

Symptom	Best first check	Why
Blank display	House power, breaker, terminal block	Loss of power to control
Oven temp swings widely	Temperature sensor	Sensor feedback drives heating
Oven shuts off during use	High-limit thermostat, cooling airflow	Overheat protection trips
Works after reset, then fails again	Wiring connections, control components	Intermittent electrical issue

Why it matters

Resetting clears temporary electronic control errors, but repeated failures usually point to a heat-sensing issue (sensor/thermostat) or a power connection problem at the terminal block. For model-specific control features and keypad behavior, follow the owner's manual.

Last updated: February 2026

Your Kenmore Elite model 79097509002 is an electric range, not a dryer, so it does not have a dryer drum capacity (cu. ft.). For this model, the most relevant “capacity” specs are oven size and installation clearances; we list those details in the owner's manual and installation guide.

What you can use instead of “dryer capacity” for this model

If you are trying to confirm fit, performance, or replacement parts for your Kenmore Elite electric range, these are the specs that matter most:

• Cabinet cutout and clearance requirements (30-inch class range)
• Overall range width and depth for installation
• Oven features such as convection fan and oven light components
• Electrical connection components (power cord connection point)
• Safety hardware such as the anti-tip bracket

Quick installation dimension snapshot (from the installation instructions)

These are common reference points shown in the installation instructions for this 30-inch range class.

Spec type	Typical value shown	Why it matters
Minimum clearance to cabinet above cooktop (unprotected)	30 in	Helps prevent heat damage and fire risk
Minimum clearance to cabinet above cooktop (protected)	24 in	Allows reduced clearance with proper protection
Rear clearance	0 in	Helps confirm the range can sit flush to the wall

Why it matters

Mixing up a dryer model with a range model is one of the most common reasons parts do not fit. Using the correct model number (79097509002) ensures you get the right Kenmore parts such as an oven temperature sensor, terminal block, bake element, or oven light components.

Parts we commonly see customers replace on this range

If your question was really about ordering parts for your appliance, these are common service items for the Kenmore Elite 79097509002 electric range:

• Range oven temperature sensor 5304504897 (temperature accuracy issues)
• Terminal block 5304409888 (burned power connection symptoms)
• Oven element 318601604 (no-bake or weak-bake symptoms)
• Appliance light bulb, 40-watt 316538904 (oven light not working)

You can order replacement parts from the parts list for your model, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

On Kenmore Elite electric range model 79097509002, an oven that will not start or will not heat is usually caused by a power supply problem (missing 240 VAC), a failed bake heating circuit, an open safety limit, or a control issue. Use the wiring and safety steps in the installation guide.

Quick checks (fast and high value)

• Confirm the range has 240 VAC at the outlet; a half-tripped breaker can leave lights on but no heat.
• Try Bake and Broil; if neither heats, focus on power, safety limit, or control.
• Look for a blistered or broken bake element.
• Check for burned wiring at the rear connection point.
• If the oven overheated recently, suspect a high-limit opening.

Parts to check first on this model

Symptom	What to check	Part to consider
No bake heat (broil may work)	Bake element continuity and visible damage	Oven element 318601604
Oven temp wrong or swings	Sensor connection and resistance	Range oven temperature sensor 5304504897
Oven dead to heat after overheating	High-limit thermostat continuity	Range high-limit thermostat 318004902
Intermittent heat or stuck heating	Relay/control outputs and wiring	Frigidaire range oven relay control board 316443927

Safe troubleshooting steps (power off)

• Shut off power at the breaker before removing any panels.
• Inspect the rear power connection for heat damage; replace the connection point if it is charred or loose using the terminal block 5304409888.
• Test the bake element and high-limit thermostat for continuity.
• Reseat the oven temperature sensor connector and check for pin corrosion.

Why it matters

A range can appear “on” with only 120 VAC available; the display and light may work while the oven cannot heat. Confirming full power and checking the bake circuit prevents unnecessary part replacement.

You can order replacement parts from the parts list for model 79097509002, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026