MER6549BA
Maytag MER6549BA Electric Range Repair
Most common issues on this model
- A surface element that never glows
- An oven temperature that wanders while baking
- A broil element that trips the breaker
- A door that sags or sits crooked
Two relatives of the MER6549BA exist, MER6549BAQ and MER6549BAW. The MER6549BA itself is a Maytag electric range, and since all of its heat is electric, most problems lead back to an element, a switch, the temperature sensor or the control.
One thing we watch for on ranges of this type is a breaker that trips when the broiler or oven starts. It can mean an element has begun leaking current to the case, so we test for that before the range is used again. A sagging door is another regular reason for a call, because a worn hinge lets heat escape and pulls the oven away from its setting.
An older electric range in a Houston home usually sits in an opening between cabinets, and we slide it out with care. The exact number comes off the label, our quote is in writing, and labor carries a 30-day guarantee.
Key features
- Electric range from Maytag
- Runs on electricity, no gas supply
- Related endings MER6549BAQ and MER6549BAW
Error codes this model can show
My range breaker trips when I turn on the oven. Should I keep using it?
No. A tripping breaker can mean a bake or broil element has a short to ground. We test the elements and the wiring, and replace the failed part before the range goes back into use.
Why is my MER6549BA oven temperature all over the place?
A drifting sensor, a worn door gasket or a hinge that lets the door sag can all cause it. We check each one and compare the oven with a thermometer before replacing anything.
Are there other versions of this model?
Yes, MER6549BAQ and MER6549BAW are listed as well. Because small differences can change a part, we read the exact number from the label before ordering.
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