Before Removing/Assembling the Knob and Knob Rings

Turn off power to the appliance before removing or replacing the knobs.Work with one knob at a time to ensure you don’t mix up replacement pieces.Check the labels on each knob and knob ring and set the parts out in the order you will replace them. This will help ensure you don’t put them on in the wrong order.When assembling or disassembling the knob and knob rings, wear gloves for your safety.

Removing Knob Rings

Make sure all knobs are in the OFF position.Choose which knob you will work with first. Remove the knob by grasping the sides and pulling away from the appliance until the knob is free from its shaft. You may have to wiggle it slightly as you pull.To remove the knob ring, turn it counterclockwise to release the tabs on the knob ring from the notches.Counterclockwise NotchesTabs The notches and tabs vary in size. Be sure to align the tabs with the matching notches when assembling or disassembling the knob rings.

Assembling Knob Rings

Hold the knob ring so that the tabs at the top and bottom are aligned with the notches on the mounting plate.Secure the knob ring by rotating it clockwise so that the top and bottom tabs on the knob ring are inserted into the notches.ClockwiseNotchesTabsThe notches and tabs vary in size. Be sure to align the tabs with the matching notches when assembling or disassembling the knob rings.Match the replacement knob with the knob you’ve removed—make sure they have the same label and markings. Hold the replacement knob so that OFF is at the top and it lines up properly with the shaft. Push the knob onto the shaft as far as possible so it fits snugly.