Is this for the top element or the bottom? My top element broke.
853806
No this is for the bottom only the top is a different shape and is available on Amazon
1778240
No, the top part comes off, I ended up returning it, it wasn't sturdy and came damaged at multiple places. They offer to replace it but I couldn't wait.
2087148
We returned the entire unit because the stainless bottom had been over stretched when it was formed and cracked. I do not know if you can replace just the bottom, but for the cost of this unit and the poor construction I would (as we did) just replace the entire unit with a unit from Walmart for a lot less money.
1205079
This unit has an element on the top and and element on the bottom. There are two tray positions.
1034769
Time to call them and get an RA number! They should replace it for you, but you have to send them the top.
1515888
only the top...you have to get a different piece for the bottom, it's structurally different
106058
You can replace it from the top. It's a little snug, but it fits and works great!
1154305
I had the same issue. I ended up buying a parts KP1010 and replaced the top. I was lucky that the parts KP1010 had good parts. I had to do this twice.
837463
I believe it is stranded copper. I can't see it, but it doesn't feel as stiff as solid copper usually does, so I would think it is stranded.
1068250
That's weird! Mine broke like that too. I just ended up throwing mine away cause I couldn't get it fixed. It evidently is a defect that Cuisinart needs to correct!!
256776
Honestly, whichever you decide. When I let it take shape after removing from the box I assumed the top and placed the bes based on that. Hope that helps.
1833404
Sorry. I do not have this unit anymore. Top element burned out after two years.
1868545
You can call the company and tell them it's broken. They have a lifetime warranty. I wouldn't tell them you just moved in ...just tell them the top broke....that's the truth. ..The top is broken.
1177943
Thank you. I thought that might be the answer so I will not waste my time looking for a part (element).
678552
Double check to make sure you have the correct pieces on each end and that they are the right direction (top/bottom). I had trouble snapping mine together and then I realize I had one piece facing wrong. I made the change and it all went together really easily and everything exactly like it was supposed to.
1071923
There is/was a tab sticking down from the top lid that fits into a hole on the left side. Ours broke off, we found a piece of plastic to put in the hole and them hold down the lid VERY firmly to make it work again.
32627
I think you can replace the element if that's what has broken. If you go to a sight called 'How To Mend It' they seem to have an answer for you. good luck and a Happy New Year to you and your family.