How to replace the heating element in your glass ceramic hob

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A failed radiant ring stops you cooking and often leads people to discard an otherwise healthy stove. By fitting a new heating element, you can restore full performance, avoid waste, and keep your appliance in service. This guide shows a safe DIY method for a standard glass ceramic hob.

If you're not sure whether the heating element is the problem, head over to our Stove Troubleshooting page to help diagnose the issue first.

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crwdns2931653:01crwdne2931653:0 Disconnect the appliance from mains

Pull the power plug out of the electrical socket before starting work.
Do not continue until you are certain the appliance is completely de‑energised.

crwdns2931653:02crwdne2931653:0 Remove the hob from the worktop

Undo the four mounting screws on the underside of the worktop, two on each side.
Lift the hob vertically out of the cut‑out once all screws are removed.
Keep cables free from strain while lifting.

crwdns2931653:03crwdne2931653:0 Protect the glass surface

Lay a soft towel on the bench and flip the hob so the glass rests safely on it.
Avoid placing the glass on sharp edges to prevent scratches or cracks.

crwdns2931653:04crwdne2931653:0 Locate the faulty heating element

Confirm which cooking zone no longer heats and locate its matching element under the glass.

crwdns2931653:05crwdne2931653:0 Document the wiring

Take clear photos of the wiring layout around the faulty element.
Label any identical wires, particularly noting the single red lead among three white leads.

crwdns2931653:06crwdne2931653:0 Disconnect the element wiring

Pull the spade terminals off the heating element one by one using insulated pliers.
Mark the connection point for the red wire on the bracket to avoid mix‑ups during reassembly.

crwdns2931653:07crwdne2931653:0 Release the mounting hardware

Undo the single central screw holding the distance spacer to the chassis.
Press the spring clips and lift the heating element clear of its seat.

crwdns2931653:08crwdne2931653:0 Remove the old element

Lift the element straight out of the housing once free of clips.

crwdns2931653:09crwdne2931653:0 Clean the mounting area

Wipe the metal housing with a clean cloth to remove grease and stains.
Cleaning now prevents trapped dirt from baking onto the glass later.

crwdns2931653:010crwdne2931653:0 Install the new element

Set the new element into the housing, aligning its tabs with the cut‑outs.
Press down until the spring clips engage and the element sits flush.
Insert and tighten the mounting screw to secure the spacer.

crwdns2931653:011crwdne2931653:0 Reconnect the wiring

Reconnect each wire to its original terminal following your photo reference.
Ensure each spade fully seats and no wire is under tension.

crwdns2931653:012crwdne2931653:0 Re‑install the hob

Rotate the hob upright, guide the cable back through the worktop and lower the unit into the cut‑out.
Refit the four mounting screws and tighten evenly.
Reconnect the power plug and test the repaired cooking zone.

crwdns2931653:013crwdne2931653:0 Observe warranty and professional advice

Repairs can void the manufacturer warranty; always read your appliance manual before opening the unit.
For gas or induction models, contact a licensed service technician instead of attempting a DIY repair.

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Your hob should now heat evenly again. Monitor the repaired zone for a few minutes; any smells or unusual noises mean power off immediately and re‑check connections. Retain all photos and notes for future maintenance and dispose of the old element at an authorised e‑waste collection point.