Kenmore Stove Model Number: Find It & Look Up Parts

Quick Answer

You can usually find your Kenmore stove model number on a sticker inside the oven door frame or behind the bottom storage drawer. The first three digits (like 790 or 665) are critical because they identify the actual manufacturer of the appliance.

Here's the thing, Kenmore isn't actually a manufacturer. It's a brand name Sears put on appliances built by Frigidaire, Whirlpool, GE, and a few others over the decades. Without that model number, you're basically guessing what parts to order. I've seen people waste two weeks and $60 in return shipping because they ordered based on a description instead of the actual number. Get that sticker first. Every part lookup, every repair diagram, every service call starts with it.

KenmoreOvenSeverity: low

Time to Fix

5–10 min

Difficulty

beginner

Parts Cost

$0 (no parts needed)

Tools Needed

Flashlight or phone flashlight, Phone camera (to photograph the tag)

Kenmore Stove Model Number: Find It & Look Up Parts

OK so here's the deal with Kenmore stoves. Kenmore's not a manufacturer, it's just a brand name Sears put on appliances from other companies. Frigidaire, Whirlpool, and GE all built Kenmore stoves at different times. The model number prefix tells you who actually made yours, and that changes everything about what parts you need. I ask for this number before I pull up in the driveway on a service call, because it tells me which parts to throw in my truck.

Tools Required for Diagnosis

Flashlight or phone flashlightPhone camera (to photograph the tag)Small mirror (optional, helps for hard-to-reach spots)

Diagnostic Checklist

Follow these steps in order. We start with the easiest external fixes before opening up the machine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my Kenmore stove have two different numbers?

You're probably looking at the model number and the serial number. They're usually both on the same sticker. The model number starts with those 3 digits and a decimal, like 790.12345678. The serial number is unique to your specific unit and encodes the manufacture date. For ordering parts, you only need the model number. But honestly, write down both while you've got your flashlight out down there, because the serial number comes in handy if you ever call a parts supplier or need to check a warranty claim.

What if the model number sticker is rubbed off?

This happens more than you'd think, especially on stoves that've been cleaned aggressively over the years. First thing to check is your user manual if you still have it. The model number is usually on the first or second page. No manual? Look inside the control panel for a tech sheet, basically a folded wiring diagram that appliance techs sometimes leave tucked in there. It usually lists the full model number and series. If all else fails, check any visible components or wiring harness connectors, because sometimes the series number is stamped right on them.

Do I need the decimal point when searching for parts?

Yes, absolutely. Don't skip it. In Kenmore world a 790.12345 and a 790.12346 can be completely different machines with different parts. I've seen this bite people hard. They order a bake element thinking it'll fit because the first few digits match, and then it shows up and the mounting brackets are in totally different spots. The full number, decimal and all, is what every parts supplier uses to pull up the exact diagram for your unit. Just copy the whole thing.

Where is the model number on a Kenmore Elite stove?

Same spots as a standard Kenmore, honestly. Start with the oven door frame, because Elite models tend to have cleaner designs that can hide the tag. The tag's usually on the left side of the door frame or along the top trim. One thing I've noticed with Elite models is that the sticker's sometimes smaller than on basic models, probably for aesthetic reasons. So bring a good flashlight. The storage drawer frame is still your second best bet if the door frame comes up empty.

Can I figure out how old my stove is from the serial number?

Yeah, actually. Once you know the manufacturer prefix, you can decode the serial number to find the manufacture date. For Frigidaire-built units (790 series), the serial number usually has a letter near the front that corresponds to the production year. For Whirlpool-built units (665 or 110 series), the serial number encodes the week and year of manufacture. Both manufacturers have decode charts on their websites. It's useful to know because if your stove is 18 or 20 years old, that changes the math on whether to repair or just replace it.

What if I need a part but can't find the model number anywhere?

You're going to have a rough time, honestly. Parts websites need that model number to guarantee compatibility. You can try searching by part description and your stove's approximate age, but you're basically gambling at that point. I've had customers order universal igniter sets or generic bake elements that way and they work out maybe 60% of the time. For anything precision, like a control board or a specific burner switch, you really need the full model number. It's worth taking 10 minutes to find that sticker before you spend $80 on something that might not fit.

Models Known to Experience MODEL-KENMORE-STOVE Errors

This repair applies to most Kenmore ovens with this error code. Common model numbers include:

790.74333310, 665.75012, 911.46562, 790.96112, 362.75181, 110.95082

Written by

Mike Sullivan

Lead Appliance Repair Technician · 20 years experience

Last verified for technical accuracy on May 20, 2024