The Whirlpool WP74005019 is a vital component for altering temperature in your Whirlpool electric oven. It functions as the oven's heating system's intellect, monitoring the current temperature within while contrasting it to the intended setting. When the temperature falls below the ideal level, the thermostat engages the heating elements and increases the temperature. When the desired temperature has been reached, the thermostat directs the heating elements to be turned off, preventing overheating. This cycle enables reliable and precise temperature control throughout baking, roasting, or broiling. Replacing an incorrect thermostat will get back your oven's functionality. Uneven cooking, the oven refusing to reach the desired temperature, or the oven overheating are all warning signs of a fractured thermostat.