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I have GE Range JB640SR3SS and one of the element wire connector got burnt out:

https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model-number/jb640sr3ss/0432/0124111.html

I cut it and here are the photos front and back

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I have two options: either replace entire wire with the end connector terminal or find the terminal only and crimp it myself. I seem NOT be able to find the terminal myself.

This is the closet I can find but they don't seem to look right

https://www.appliancepartspros.com/pro-high-temp-non-tjma02875-1-ap5642027.html

https://www.delcity.net/store/High-Temperature-Push-On-Terminals/p_802002.h_187294.r_IF1003?mkwid=s&crid=38094426869&mp_kw=&mp_mt=&gclid=CjwKCAiA767jBRBqEiwAGdAOr-hFcdVj0i9nhaiTwITPwX6DHKmzIp6biwXeEMld-1XgoWL019dWeRoCDl4QAvD_BwE

I called several local appliance repair shops and they said GE doesn't list the wiring assembly.

Any idea how I can repair this? Beside buying a new range.

Thanks.

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    Be very careful, high temp's require special connectors in this case a female spade not the generic tin plated copper that are not rated for high temps. The high temp crimp connectors may look different , this is ok the width is normally the only thing I look at other than wire size or temp rating.
    – Ed Beal
    Feb 20, 2019 at 4:05

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The ones from AppliancePros are what you need, except that you may need a larger gauge size (wire side) if you want to gang the two wires together. On the other side (terminal side) it's hard to tell if it 1/4 inch from the photo but they are the most common. More importantly you should investigate why it burnt in the first place. If it's an older stove I wouldn't be too concerned because that happens over time due to corrosion on the terminals, heat speeds up oxidation, oxidation causes resistance, resistance causes heat. Just clean up the male side with a bit of sandpaper and reconnect. If it a newer stove and corrosion isn't evident I'd recommend having an appliance technician check it out. enter image description hereI I know your crimper is a little different but the idea is the same. You strip back a little bit of insulation and insert it into the terminal and crimp tight. You shouldn't be able to pull it out once done.

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  • How do I crimp it? I bought this but not sure if it is the right tool Gardner Bender Terminal and Crimping Tool Kit Model # GS-67K homedepot.com/p/…
    – HP.
    Feb 20, 2019 at 7:18

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