Maytag Oven/stove Repair – North Canton, OH (MER8700DS)

A North Canton homeowner called us about their Maytag oven that wasn’t heating properly. The oven took 30 minutes to reach 350 degrees, then immediately started cooling down while still showing it was at temperature. A failed bake element was causing the temperature control issues.

The Problem

The oven was not heating properly nor maintaining temperature. When set to 350 degrees, it took about 30 minutes to reach that temperature, then immediately started cooling down while still showing that it was at 350. The stove top worked fine and the broiler feature seemed to work okay.

Diagnosis

With the cooktop and broiler functioning normally, the problem pointed to the oven’s bake element. The slow heating and immediate temperature drop indicated the bake element had failed and wasn’t providing consistent heat to maintain the set temperature.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: W10779716 — bake element
• Work performed: Replaced bake element
• Result: Oven now heats properly and maintains set temperature

Is It Worth Repairing?

The MER8700DS is a solid Maytag electric range that’s built to last. A bake element replacement is a straightforward repair that typically gives you many more years of reliable service. These ranges are worth maintaining, especially when only one component has failed.

Maintenance Tips for Maytag Electric Ranges

• Keep the oven interior clean to prevent element damage from spills and buildup
• Use proper cookware on the cooktop elements to avoid warping the drip pans
• Check that oven door seals properly to maintain consistent temperatures

Appliance Repair in North Canton, OH

North Canton is in Stark County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Canton, Louisville, and Alliance. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.