GE Range Radiant Surface Element Parts — 5.5 Inch Models & Compatibility

Your GE range's 5.5-inch radiant element stopped heating halfway through dinner prep. This WB30T10145 replacement fits over 50 GE, Hotpoint, Kenmore, and RCA range models from the CEP and CCS series. If you've got a glass-top electric range manufactured between 2008-2018, there's a solid chance this is your element.

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

Check your model number first — it's typically located inside the oven door frame or on the back panel. GE ranges with model numbers starting with CEP70, CEP90, CBC, or CCS usually take this 5.5-inch element. The WB30T10145 directly replaces older part numbers AP4484422, WB30T10127, PS2370248, and 1556232, so if you've got paperwork showing any of those numbers, you're in the right place.

About This Replacement Part

The 5.5-inch radiant surface element is the workhorse burner on most GE glass-top ranges — it's what you use for everyday cooking. The most common failure is complete loss of heat output. One minute it's working, next time you turn it on, nothing. No glow, no warmth, just a cold surface. The heating coil inside the glass develops breaks from repeated thermal expansion and contraction cycles. If your element won't heat at all, it's almost always a direct element failure rather than a control board issue. This replacement comes as a complete assembly that installs from underneath the cooktop.

Compatible GE Range Models

This radiant element fits the following GE, Hotpoint, Kenmore, and RCA range models. If your model isn't listed but starts with similar prefixes (CEP, CCS, CBC), check your parts diagram or measure your existing element — 5.5 inches across the heating surface.

Installation Overview

Replacing a radiant surface element requires accessing the cooktop from underneath. You'll need to disconnect power at the breaker, remove the cooktop surface (it typically lifts up after removing screws), disconnect the wire harness from the old element, and install the new one in reverse order. The element connects via a plug-style connector — no wire splicing needed on most models. Budget about 45-60 minutes if you're comfortable with basic appliance work. If you've never worked on a glass cooktop before, take photos as you disassemble so reassembly is straightforward.

Common Questions

Will this fit my Kenmore range?

If your Kenmore range was manufactured by GE (model numbers typically starting with 790.9), yes. Kenmore branded hundreds of range models built by GE, and many use this exact element. Cross-reference your full model number with the compatibility list.

Can I replace just one element or should I do all of them?

Replace what's failed. Radiant elements don't wear out uniformly — one might last 15 years while another fails at 8. There's no benefit to replacing working elements preventively. They're not like light bulbs that dim over time; they either work or they don't.

Why is my element glowing unevenly?

If the element heats but shows bright and dark spots across the surface, the internal coil has developed resistance issues. Sometimes an element will still technically heat but won't distribute heat evenly. That's a sign it's on its way out — replace it before it fails completely mid-meal.

Technical Specifications

• Element Diameter: 5.5 inches
• Wattage: Typically 1200-1500W (model-dependent)
• Voltage: 240V
• Connection Type: Plug-in wire harness
• OEM Part Numbers: WB30T10145, AP4484422, WB30T10127, PS2370248, 1556232

What You'll Need

Before starting your repair, gather these items: Phillips screwdriver, flathead screwdriver, needle-nose pliers (for wire harness removal), work gloves (glass edges can be sharp), and a towel or soft cloth to protect the cooktop surface while you work. Most importantly — verify power is completely off at the circuit breaker, not just the range switch. You're working with 240V circuits here.