Removing The Oven Light Socket Assembly - Whirlpool RF196LXK Technical & Service Manual

REMOVING THE OVEN LIGHT SOCKET ASSEMBLY

WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Disconnect power before servicing the range.
Replace all panels before operating range.
Failure to do so can result in death or electri-
cal shock.
CAUTION: When you work on the electric
range, be careful when handling the sheet
metal parts. Sharp edges may be present, and
you can cut yourself if you are not careful.
1. Turn off the electrical supply going to the
range.
2. Open the oven door and remove the racks
from the oven.
3. Unscrew the lens and bulb from the oven
light socket assembly and remove them.
Lens & Bulb
CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch or chip the
oven liner paint when you remove the oven
light socket in the next step.
4. Use a screwdriver and bend the clips on
the oven light socket away from the edges
of the liner hole, and pull the socket out of
the liner. NOTE: If it is too difficult to re-
move the socket from the front of the oven,
you will have to push the socket out from
the back of the unit.
Socket Clips
5. Disconnect the wires from the socket ter-
minals.
Socket Wires
(Viewed From Rear Panel)
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