in an electric oven on "bake" mode, does only the LOWER heating rod activate, or both lower/upper??

[combo52]

New Electric Ranges

Hi Jim, just keep it simple

1 Smooth-top ranges are MUCH safer for anyone to use compared to coil top ranges. for at least a dozen reasons, too many to even go into here, you can call me for the full list. Only thing safer is Induction and you should seriously consider this option if you are really concerned about your parents ability to use a conventional range.

2 Digital oven controls on simple SC non convection single ovens are VERY EASY to use

Push Bake hit Start and it is on at 350.

3 Just get a plain non-convection MW [ you will need an electrician to install a 120 volt outlet in the cabinet above the MW ]

4 Don't worry how the existing range is connected to the 240 volt power [ there is no such thing as 220 power in the US ] the delivery people will be able to connect the new range without expensive changes. [ they do it every day ]

5 Range hood makers like Broan sell metal panels to cover the wall between the range and OTR MW or between a range and a hood.

 

[g3bill]

Might a top oven or microwave be to high or awkward for them to reach or see into? Just to think about...

 

[tomturbomatic]

I have to say that this is a crying shame. With the control panel next to the oven and the fact that it tilts out for access to the parts, there is not even a long run for the oven thermostat capillary tube so this is a simple repair. Why don't you check with Combo52 to see if he has the used parts. You could do this yourself after you turned off the circuit breaker.