I just received this heating element, confident it will work. This thing is too wide!! Is it OK to bend the heating element to make it fit?
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Yes, it is a metal tube with some ceramic like stuff inside, so it flexes a little.
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No, I had to purchase an adaptor at HomeDepot, and once fitting it on, it really took up the small vertical space I had to deal with. I gave feedback to GE on this poor design, but received no reply. I actually ended up with an adaptor, then a couple of 6" duct-elbows and put aluminum flex-hose between the two elbows. Not the best approach to use flex, but I was out of options and space!
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Dear Chuck,I may presume that you already have some tips and want to know if you need to purchase more. The diameter of the tips that are inserted into the heating element is 0.190". The length 1.700". If you are going to do a lot of soldering, like every day for years, I suggest that you buy a set and save the shipping charges later of the ones you may have don't fit. The extra tips are not alike but for different soldering purposes. Bob
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Since it is a Whirlpool Oven, the heating element should be a direct replacement. You can check at:www.repairclinic.com for the element; from their catalog it appears that the element WILL work. PLEASE be aware though that YOU may have to adjust the oven control thermostat to obtain the proper temperature. Once you replace the element, get an oven thermometer that hangs on rack to verify temperature of oven agrees with the control setting.
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The station should have come with another replacement heating element. I would first try replacing your old heating element to see if that fixes the iron. Also make sure the tip is clean and tight in the iron. I would also change the tip out with one of the other you got with the station just to see if that makes a difference. I have had mine for two years, use it about once a week and it's still working well. Hope this was helpful to you.
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no, it is made to be bent to help make it easier to install if the head room above the heater is limited.
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No, this is a heavy duty piece of PVC. You may be able to apply heat and bend it, but I never tried that myself.
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No, it requires some changes to work like in this video. You're gonna have to cut the outside and inside metal with tin snips for it to fit, plus bend the element. It also doesn't put out as much heat, 1300w vs. 1500. What you get for all this work is much better temp control so you can use your smoker for things like cheese and jerky. You should pop in a $5 thermostat too so you can tell what the temp is. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXpClfFTRaw&list=UUCw46lSuLFe1BDqA-1jQdiA
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Hello Keith R. here. Amazon asked me if the dryer heater I bought is compatible with your model. No it is not. However, Amazon does carry the heater element you need. The part number is 131475320. Good luck.
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I had the same problem on one of the three I bought. I just put some thick gas rated Teflon tape. Mine was just slightly to big. If it's just way to off send it back
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Jennifer, Good morning. The rough opening needs to be 14-1/8" wide. That said, there is a retrofit grille that is 23-3/8" long that is made for applications that need to cover a bigger opening. Give us a call at 800-472-3292 and we'd be glad to assist you with both the heater and grille. Thanks, Jeff Cousins Operations Manager
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Would not recommend trying even if it fits. This unit gives off some heat and needs clearance to vent itself. Also the pressure relief valve is on the top.
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You probably got a bent lid base if it seems like an issue. Mine is great! It fits pretty nicely. The only open spots are the vents. But to be honest when i use the grill, i put it on diagonally so that air can get to the fuel. In all of my cases, the flame went out every time when the grill was fully covered. So even if it is a little bent, you should be ok. But by all means return it and get a perfect one!
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I just bent a sample piece, it will do it, if properly adjusted. But if thats a thickness you will bend a lot a press brake may be a better option. I will add that I have been very happy with this brake. Its perfect for the home shop and I have done some nice work for my race car with it!
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Yes, use the one that came with it. A little Teflon tape & don't over tighten the fitting. Treat a tool properly & you will get many use's from it. This is Not a heavy duty or commercial unit. Treat it as such & you will get many years from it. IMO.
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This element might not fit perfectly to all models made by Whirlpool. My best suggestion is that, if your stove has an oven, open the door & look at the bottom panel, usually that is where you will find the model number & other info. If you find it and can message back, I could try to give you a better an accurate answer. Hope you can find the model.
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I really don't know why it would bend. Our unit does not because the handle is very strong. Hopefully you ordered the correct model.