Moffat electric range & oven repair:

Moffit electric range repairs discussed here include a question about use of asbestos insulation in a 1950's Moffat electric range and oven, repairs to a broken Moffat oven door, and wiring diagrams for the Moffat electric range.

Do Moffatt stoves contain asbestos? If so, where?

Page top photo: a 1958 Moffat electric range and oven combinatsion still in use.

Moffat Electric or Gas Stove - Range Repair & Parts FAQs

These questions and answers about Moffat stoves, ranges, ovens were posted originally

at MOFFAT STOVE HISTORY & REPAIR so please be sure to check out the detailed, organised advice on determing the age or repairing a Moffat stove given there.

How old is this Moffat Gas Range Model E-30 ?

I have an old Moffatt oven Style E.30 F, serial number 60555. It has double oven and stove. It's in New Zealand but I would love to have a date of manufacture.

On 2025-03-04 y Lorraine Natusch

by InspectApedia Publisher (mod)

@Lorraine Natusch,

That looks like a a Moffatt Oven from the early 1920s or early 1930s.

If you can, please post a photo of any data tags you find on the stove.

Daniel

 

What year is this Moffat Stove Style 1054-7, Serial 263106

I just picked up this little one. Style 1054-7, Serial 263106. Wondering what year this is? Also if anyone has a user manual?
ghostrunnerrb@hotmail.com

I picked up a parts stove. I'm parting it out. No burners or door handles. ghostrunnerrb@hotmail.com. Located in Ontario, Canada

On 2024-01-31 by Ray Boyd

by InspectApedia DF (mod)

@Ray Boyd,

Nice Moffat stove finds - both of them.

I haven't found a completely reliable Moffat age or date of manufacture guide, though you can get close by comparing your model appearance and serial numbers with other antique Moffat ranges or stoves at

MOFFAT STOVE HISTORY, PATENTS, IDENTIFICATION PHOTOS

I'd guess your two units are from the 1950s to early 1960s.

 

What year is a Moffat electric range MSS4056Y-2 ?

I have an old moffat electric range mss4056y-2 and would like to know what year it was made. I am still using it. On 2024-01-22 by Vincent Deane

by InspectApedia Publisher (mod)

@Vincent Deane,

If that's a serial number then I would guess 1956.

Can you post a photo of the data tag or tags on your Moffat and another of the appliance itself?

Vintage Moffat Countertop Oven/Grill, Style E2T

Hi, I have a vintage Moffatt countertop grill oven?

Pristine condition. i dont believe that it was ever used. Style # E 2 T. I'd like to know what year it was made and what it is. Thank you!

Here is the serial plate.

On 2023-12-16 by Katherine

by InspectApedia Publisher - Moffat countertop grill

@Katherine,

What a great Moffat cooking appliance - one that I have not seen before.

Can you post another photo of that data tag that shows the serial number?

Does a Moffat stove have fuses?

Hello, I have a Vintage Moffat stove. It has worked fairly well until now. The other day I had a problem with the oven. Only the grill seems to work, but the other element at the bottom is lifeless. Does this stove have fuses?

I looked for them at the bottom of the drawer at the back and front panel and found nothing. I would really appreciate some advice. Also, the oven door no longer closes well.

I am also looking for some replacement elements for the burners. It is difficult to find large elements.

Thank you for your help.

Unfortunately, I have no model number because that part on the diagram in the back was torn off. On 2023-08-09 by Patrizia

by InspectApedia Publisher -

@Patrizia,

I don't think there are fuses.

But I don't know that exact still model wiring.

An appliance repair person would use a digital or analog voltmeter to check for voltage at the terminals into which the oven heating elements plug or connect.

If there's voltage there,
And if cleaning the terminals and connections doesn't solve the problem, you may need to replace the oven burner element.

If there's no voltage I would follow the wiring back to the control.

What is this center knob and drawer for on our Moffat Stove?

We recently got a Moffat stove with four knobs down the side and a switch under the knobs. There's also a drawer above the oven. We don't know what the switch or drawer are for, though. Any ideas?

On 2023-05-09 by Rob -

by InspectApedia Publisher - what are my Moffat stove's switch and drawer for?

@Rob,

Based on our photo of a 1949 Moffat stove the knob in your photo may be for a warming oven.

Please open the drawer and post a photo of its interior and then give me the interior dimensions .

With those electric burners overhead it may be that there's not enough room for a deep drawer and if that's the case it may just be storage for utensils.

What are the symptoms of needing new fuse for an electric oven?

What are the symptoms of needing new fuse for oven? On 2021-04-17 by Anonymous

by danjoefriedman (mod) -

@Anonymous,

If your electric oven is not working check

- that the circuit breaker or fuse in the electrical panel is on or not blown

- that electrical power is being delivered to the receptacle into which it's connected.

- that the control itself is on and appears un-damaged

- that power is being delivered to the sockets into which the electric oven element is plugged

Watch out: these checks require safe use of a VOM or DMM - if you are not trained in safe electrical work you could be shocked or killed.

Who can re-wire our electric stove in BC, Canada?

I have a 1936 Moffat Stove at our family cabin, it has all the parts and is in great shape. My nephew is bent on getting rid of it. I am hoping to have it rewired and continue to use it in my own cabin. I live in British Columbia, Canada...would you know of a company or person in my area that would rewire my 1936 beauty? On 2022-06-11 by Dawn

Reply by InspectApedia-911 (mod) - any trained electrical appliance repair person

@Dawn,

Great question. I'm sorry that we don't have list of specific referrals but see if you can find an experienced appliance repair person nearby who's willing to take on the project.

You'll see there are plenty of enthusiasts for this Moffat stove line.

If you like, post a photo of your stove to add to your request along with the description of what work is needed, and perhaps a local repair person will see it even if you haven't yet found them.

 

Found this 1907 Moffat Stove in a Barn in Canada

I have been searching everywhere for information on this Moffat I found in a barn on the property I just bought but haven't had any luck. I can't even find a similar one on Google images.

It seems to be in good shape but I can't say for sure as I don't know anything about these stoves. Under the right hand cast cover it says 1907 I'm assuming that's the year.

I'm here in manitoba canada and would like to know if it is worth anything to a collector. It means nothing to me and is in the way. I would like to get it appraised if it's a hidden gem and get it in the hands of someone that would enjoy this piece of history. On 2022-09-22 by Gage

by InspectApedia (Editor) - antique 1907 Moffat stove

@Gage,

Thanks for the great photo and question about a really antique 1907 Moffat stove. I've seen some of those in ads but have focused in this article on later models as most of our readers are fixing Moffats from the 1940's to 1960s.

I'd like to see a data tag for the stove if there is one - take a photo.

I've not seen that old model for sale but Moffats from the 1930s are often sold for asking prices between $500. and $1000.

I've seen a "vintage antique French stove -fancier - for sale at charish.com for an asking price over $5,000 - and I'm doubtful that at that price it'll sell very quickly.

So sure there's a market for vintage stoves. I'm not expert enough to guess a price for your 1907 Moffat. If your stove has pretty much all its parts un-broken, clean it up with care (don't scrub or polish off the patina of age, just remove surface dirt) and if you want to sell it, try posting on some auction sites.

Keep us posted.

 

Free 1950s Moffat Double Oven Stove in Ottawa

Moffat double oven stove, early 50's for free in Ottawa - see Ottawa kijiji. People who visit your site may want to know.
Comment posted December 2023. On 2023-12-10 by David Craib

Warming Oven Switch on 1949 Moffat Stove

by the way....that switch on the front left of that 1949...is for warming oven....left door....I own one

On 2021-12-29 by alan

by Inspectapedia Com Moderator

@alan,

Thank you for that comment, it will help other readers.

 

Where to get Wiring details for a 1962 Moffat Stove

I could not find the way to get to the section titled 1960s Moffat Electric Stove Wiring & Controls. Thank you for your help

This is a photo of a 1962's Moffat stove looks like On 2021-12-21 by Richard

On 2021-12-21 by Inspectapedia Com Moderator

@Richard,

Sorry you had trouble, I guess I had hoped that our readers would read through the article MOFFAT STOVE HISTORY & REPAIR

But if you find that annoying and you want to skip right to the wiring section I mentioned you could

1. simply scroll down through the article until you see the heading in bigger bold letters titled 1960s Moffat Electric Stove Wiring & Controls
   
   or
   
2. you could use the search feature in your browser, such as CTRL-F and copy and paste the desired text 1960s Moffat Electric Stove Wiring & Controls into the search box
   
   - then your browser will skip for you and take you right to that spot in the article, or to the first one if the text or phrase occurs more than once.
3. See MOFFAT STOVE ELECTRICAL REPAIRS & WIRING DIAGRAMS

by Richard

I clean all my contacts and I make sure they are all tight on the oven controller. I tested the oven and both element gets red but cannot reach 500 Fahrenheit. Is it the probe ? Can I fixed the probe or I have to replace the oven controller.

Thank you very much

by Inspectapedia Com Moderator

@Richard,

It depends on the model of your controller. In some cases you can replace just the probe.

by Richard - How I know if I can change the probe on my Robertshaw RAC-12-201-48.

@Inspectapedia Com Moderator,

Thank you for your answer. How I know if I can change the probe on my Robertshaw RAC-12-201-48.

by Inspectapedia Com Moderator

@Richard,

1. follow the probe tube back to the control unit; if it is attached by a screw-on fitting it can be replaced
   
   
2. find a replacement probe by searching for parts using the control number and brand

There is some generic quality to these devices - at least on newer oven/range appliances.

An example shown here is the [UPGRADED] 12001656 Oven Temperature Sensor Replacement Part by Blue Stars - Exact Fit for Whirlpool & Kenmore Ovens - Replaces AP4009009 74004943 PS1570174 12001554 12001656VP

as listed for sale on Amazon. If you can find a wire plug connector or even wires from the probe you can probably connect up a new one but be sure to use all high-temperature materials.

 

 

Age of Moffat HI-LO Matic Oven Serial# 811268

My Moffat hi lo matic oven serial number is 811268

Any idea how old it is? On 2021-10-22 by Bill

by inspectapedia.com.moderator (mod)

@Bill,

My guess is that your Moffat stove was manufactured in 1968

Does that make sense vis-a-vis the age of the building where it's installed?

Need help troubleshooting this 1950s Moffat electric stove

Here are photos of my Moffat stove in Nova Scotia, Canada

I’m located near New Glasgow NS CA, and have an older electric Moffat Stove. (See photos.) Both ovens now only turn on to broil, not any other temperature.

Two handymen looked at it said that the elements in the (double) ovens are fine

I called a local appliance repair company, but they did not want to deal with an older stove.

I have three questions:

1. I’m wondering whether you know the year and/or model?

2. Do you know of any repair people in Nova Scotia who might be able to help with this?

3. Do you have any idea what might be causing the problem?

Thanks,
Suzanne Dhyana Iris On 2021-10-21 by Dyhana

and another Moffat stove interior photo

I'll be grateful for any suggestions from InspectApedia.com reader or moderator or appliance repair companies

The Moffat stove oven

by inspectapedia.com.moderator (mod) - troubleshooting Moffat range with oven heating elements not working

@Dhyana,

OK so if the element was actually tested, I'd expect a technician to work backwards:

by checking for the presence or absence of power at the terminals to which the heating element connects, and if not there working backwards testing the wiring for damage, a break, a poor connector, to the controls themselves.

On 2021-10-23 by Dhyana

@inspectapedia.com.moderator, Thanks, I was told by two people that the element is fine, so the problem is originating elsewhere.

On 2021-10-22 by inspectapedia.com.moderator (mod)

@Dhyana,

It's possible that the bottom heating elements are burned-out; did they people "look" or did they actually test the heating elements?

Any electric stove repair person and many general appliance repair people know how to test a heating element to see if it's working;

You might find a generic replacement element of about the right size and shape that will work.

BUT before calling anyone, see if there is burned food or crud at the heating element connectors (with the stove disconnected from electrical power) and if so try cleaning those up.

 

Gas burner head ring for 1964 Moffat Gas Stove

I've got a 1964 Moffat Gas stove, and I'm looking for the burner head rings - over the years theyve been knocked crooked and melted. Any ideas where these could be found?

On 2021-07-08 by Kim P

by (mod)

@Kim P,

In the article MOFFAT STOVE MANUALS, PARTS, SUPPLIERS we give some sources for Moffat parts;

In addition we see used Moffat stove parts including burner parts coming up from time to time on various internet sites like eBay; when I needed an oven door I posted my requirement on eBay: (you 'll need the brand and model number, part description, and if possible, part number from the manual for your 1964 Moffat gas stove model;)

It took a few months, then my oven door showed up and I bought it, received it, installed it with no trouble

Some burner parts are close to generic but I suspect those gas burner head rings have to be close to exact or they're not safe.

I would also try contacting some of the stove parts suppliers given above; if you have the exact diameter measurements on your burner rings, they may have a close-enough part that's low-cost and worth testing for safe and proper operation.

As a last and most-expensive resort, there are companies who can duplicate any part from scratch in their machine shop; the old car restoration people have been doing this for critical engine parts for decades.

1953 Moffat Stove withb oven and warming oven model 1164531 - not working

We have a 1953 (?) Moffat stove with an oven and warming oven - the oven will not heat and we believe that the problem is in the oven temperature setting control - see right side of panel in attached picture

- we believe it is the control switch - a professional has checked this out for us but we do not know where we can or if we can get a replacement part.

The model number info is 1164531 - photo of the stove is attached.

Any help would be appreciated. Our family is the original owners and it is like a family friend. Thank you On 2021-06-24 by Susan M

On 2021-06-24 1 by mak.church (mod) - 1953 Moffat Stove model number 1164531

@Susan M,

In addition to the other information on this page MOFFAT STOVE MANUALS, PARTS, SUPPLIERS about Moffat diagnosis and repair, please note specifically this contact information

as this parts supplier has some Moffat parts including hinges, controls, etc:

Partstown, Tel: 800.438.8898 Website: https://www.partstown.com/ Email: customerservice@partstown.com

 

Need a Control Knob for a Moffat 5-burner stove

Hi. I just picked up this (unknown year/model) Moffat 5 burner at auction. A handle on the top right is broken and curious if there’s any replacements out there? Thanks

On 2021-04-28 by PJD

by (mod)

@PJD,

If the damage is only to the plastic handle itself, there are generic replacements that can be fitted to suit until you (if you're a restorer) find an actual Moffat burner control knob for sale on Ebay or a similar source; we once waited a year but the part then showed-up.

See MOFFAT STOVE CONTROL KNOBS REPLACEMENT

Is this a Moffat Stove Logo Part?

Can you tell me if this belongs to a Moffat stove, and what is it? On 2021-04-11 by Ray -

by (mod) - Moffat grease drain

That sure looks like a lift-off drain cover of some sort, perhaps for use over an existing stove burner, or as a grease drain, but frankly I'm not sure Ray;

Over its life Moffat appliances has displayed a "Moffat" logo in a variety of fonts and styles as does the current incarnation (selling commercial cooking equipment).

I've looked through those and not seen an exact match but that look slike a grease drain used on a Moffat cooktop.

There are a few other companies and products that used the Moffat name too,

Let's keep the image here to see if another reader recognizes it.

Thanks for the photo and question.

 

 

 

How to set the clock on an antique Moffat electric stove

How do you set the clock on a Moffat brand On 2021-04-03 by Gordon

by (mod) -

@Gordon,

I can't give an authoritative answer since in my experience there were more than one type of electric lock on Moffats.

Usually we pull out a center knob to turn the hands.

Age of a Moffat fiesta Mod: MSM3042T-9 ser: AY152360 ?

Hi ! I just bought a Moffat fiesta Mod: MSM3042T-9 ser: AY152360 and i can't find the year of the oven. (it's not a cooker, looks a lot like the Maître D 300)

Can you or anyone help me find the age of my oven/stove PLEASE ? On 2021-02-20 by Charles

by (mod) -

@Charles,

Try posting (one image per comment)
- a photo of your Moffat range
- a photo of its data tag(s)

That may help guess its age

Where to find parts for a Moffat Electric Stove model # MCBS524 K2WW, Serial # LR195630P - London Ontario

I have a Moffat Electric Stove. Live in apartment, do not own. Very old, don't know how old. Element started on fire and is now split in two of course.

Cooking roast and heard crackling, went to kitchen and lucky I was able to put small fire out with baking soda.

I have a model # MCBS524 K2WW, Serial # LR195630P. Haven't been able to look up if parts are even available.

Any idea, where in London, Ontario these parts could be found. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks On 2021-02-02 by Wendy

by (mod) -

Wendy

An electrical fire of any sort is dangerous, risking a building fire or an injury to you or other occupants.

If the problem is confined to the burner itself, it might be replaceable by a standard generic part, but for safety the burner connections and wiring need to be inspected for safe condition.

Perhaps you can post photos of the stove and of its data tag and of the damage - one photo per comment - and we can research replacement burners for older Moffat stoves a bit further.

Then see MOFFAT STOVE MANUALS, PARTS, SUPPLIERS

Art & Ken Harris offer Moffat history & Information?

Both My Father (Art Harris & myself were employed for 47 and 23 years respectively. I have considerable memories and memorabilia if interested. I can be contacted by phone( 519 925-6108) On 2021-01-22 by Ken Harris

by (mod) -

Ken

Thank you so much for the comment, post, and offer.

We would much welcome any historical comments, documents, photos, catalogs or other Moffat information you and your father may have on Moffat appliances, as would our readers. We can be contacted by email using the CONTACT link found at page top or bottom. (Phone doesn't work for us .)

Part of Moffat electric range top is not working

Giass top range out side of element works in glass top range out side of element works inside not working On 2021-01-05 by david mmm

by (mod) -

David:

Many electric range burners use 240 V split into two 120 V interwoven heating elements. If one of those connectors fails or one of the elements fails the symptom will be just what you described the only part of the heating element is working.

See MOFFAT STOVE ELECTRIC BURNER REPLACEMENT

Find a replacement clock and timer assembly for a Moffat range

I wonder if you have any information on my range? Everything works well with the exception of the clock, so there's no timed cooking. I can't find a manual to help me fix it. I'd be grateful for any information.

On 2020-11-09 by James Beattie

by (mod) -

That's a tough one. If you can't find a replacement clock and timer assembly it may be possible to take what you have to an electronics repair person who's willing to see if they can Cobble together the parts to make the old one work.

But before doing that, make sure that every electrical connector and connection is well-made

Where to find a replacement knob for my 1960 Moffat range Model 30G100W ?

Hi,
Hoping you can help me with tracking down a replacement oven knob for my 1960 Moffat range. I'm attaching a photo of the panel showing the newer replacement oven knob on the left and the original knobs to the right. The model is 30G100W.

On 2020-10-14 by Debra

Reply by mod:

You'll most likely need to use a generic range control knob - the only exact match would come from a 1960 Moffat model like yours that was scrapped.

See MOFFAT STOVE MANUALS, PARTS, SUPPLIERS

 

What does the plug look like for a Moffat electric range?

Hi do you know what the plug looks like on these? On 2020-10-12 by Colin

by (mod) -

Colin

Moffat and other electric range/oven appliances are best connected using the cable and wall receptacle I show below. But on occasion we find these appliances hard-wired directly to an electrical box.

Without a photo I can't say anything about what sort of plug you found on an older Moffat electric range, but in any case, if you're going to have an electrical receptacle installed to plug-in (rather than hard-wire) any electric range in a current building , you'd use something like an Eaton Wiring 50 Amp NEMA 10-50R 125V/250V Range Power Receptacle and matching wall plug and power cord like this one from Everbilt for the range to connect to the receptacle.

What's the worth of this 1954 Moffats Range Model 316455T Serial 485417 ?

I'm wondering if you can tell me what year this may be from and how much it's worth if I were to sell it. I'm located in Calgary, AB
Thanks

On 2020-09-01 by Melanie

by (mod) -

Melanie

I think that is a 1954 Moffat electric range typically selling for around 300 US dollars

 

Is a 1950's Moffat Matire D 300 Stove an antique?

Hi, Is the attached MOFFAT electric range considered as Antique? It's Moffat Maitre D 300
Thanks

On 2020-08-14 by Siddharth

by (mod) - yes

Typically in North America an item that is 50 years old or older may be considered antique.

 

 

No "Rating Plate" on 1920's Moffat gas cook stove

Hello. I'm writing from Ontario, Canada. I have a vintage Moffat gas cooking stove, which needs some professional work.

I believe the unit is from the late 1920s.

The trades-person requires a "rating plate" (i.e. the plate affixed to the stove showing model info, safety standards approval, etc.).

The stove doesn't have a rating plate attached to it, so I'm looking to see if I can find one, or related data for this model.

Any suggestions/advice on this rating plate issue would be greatly appreciated, as I love the stove and wish to keep using it. Thanks. On 2020-07-11 by John

by (mod) - history of type of information found on Moffat stove data tags and plates.

John

"The trades-person requires a "rating plate" " - I'm unclear on the requirement for certifying an antique cookstove as meeting modern standards and codes.

Most likely it doesn't have such a data tag or rating plate, and and most-likely there is no such existing data plate for that stove model, though you might search through various photos of older 1920s Moffat ranges to see what sort of data tags were affixed.

The Moffat stove data tags I've found are on the page MOFFAT STOVE HISTORY & REPAIR

By the 1950s we begin to see some data showing volts and cycles of current. Nothing more.

Need decal or 1950s Moffat stove

I'm looking for the Moffat decal for a 1950's Moffat stove as ours is missing..wonder if you can help?

On 2020-07-01 2 by Becky Shilka

On 2020-07-01 by (mod) -

Becky

To protect reader trust we do not sell anything - no products, no services.

But you may find a part from some of the Moffat supply sources we list in this article series.

Gas burners won't ignite on 1946 Moffat Stove

Hello, I have a Moffat gas stove circa 1946 (likely original to the house).

Gas burners on stovetop are all working but oven suddenly won't ignite.

We think the pilot light is in the notch at rear right side of oven burner in photo provided---but no gas is emitted and we can't get it to ignite.

Any suggestions for home repair, or should I call a local technician?

Thank you! On 2020-06-29 by Susan

by (mod) - Moffat gas oven pilot won't ignite

Before calling a technician but taking care not to break something and cause a gas leak, you might see if a fine wire will unclog the gas pilot orifice. I have on occasion found an insect inside a little opening.

Food or grease can also block it.

Also, does this pilot light use a thermocouple sensor to sense the flame?

If it does, you may need simply to replace the thermocouple.

If you search this website for


THERMOCOUPLE REPAIR / REPLACEMENT

you'll see the details on thermocouple troubleshooting and replacement.

 

 

Antique Moffat Style E28 Serial No. 110258

Hi can anyone tell how old the moffat stove on the pic is.the style is E28 an serial no 110258.I'm just planing on rebuilding it.I have no been able to find a pic of another one like it

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On 2019-07-10 by Collin

by (mod) -

Collin at the home page for this topic (at Continue Reading above) MOFFAT ELECTRIC RANGE REPAIR inspectapedia.com/Appliances/Moffat_Electric_Range_Repair.php

I give the earliest Moffat stove advert I've found was from 1909, and earliest Moffat patent I've found, from 1916. From appearance I'd guess your stove is one of the very early ones, perhaps from before1920. If you can attach photos of any data tags or labeling on the Moffat stove that would be helpful.

Also tell me the country and city where your Moffat is located. For example, in Australia Moffat stoves date back to as early as about 1922 and we think your stove is from 1911.

I have not found a comprehensive Moffat stove serial number decoder that gives dates, something that's often coded there. I'm looking further.

Antique Moffat Stove Style E-37K, Serial No. 117746 in Australia

Hi, can someone identify my Moffat Stove from this picture.

It's in Tasmania , Australia and the manufacturer's tag says.."Made in Canada

MOFFATS LIMITED

HED 507

Style E-37K

Serial 117746

240 V / 31 A"

it has 3 plates/elements , 2 are about 8inches?, other a little smaller.

Thanks, I've added a picture of the stove.
Grateful any info, including what value it may have. On 2020-01-10 by Dennis

by (mod) - identify my Moffat Stove located in Tasmania?

Dennis

I did an image search + the word Moffat and found a nearly identical stove indicating it's a 1930's model. That stove had been sold but you might get some info from the seller

www.varagesale.com/i/7x2rw6gw-moffat-1930-s-porcelain-stove

Above is vgaragesale's photo of their 1930's moffat, published here in case their page disappears

1911 Moffat Style E28, Serial No. 110268

Hi here is the style and serial no for the pre 1920 Moffat 2 plate electric stove

Style E 28 serial no.110268. Thanks.hope this helps with dating the stove .regards Collin On 2019-07-14 by Collin

Reply by (mod) -

Collin

Could be 1911.

A photo of the data tag would be helpful.

by Collin

Thanks here is the tag

Regards Collin

by (mod) - data tag for an older Moffat electric stove, probably built before 1920

Thank you Collin, I'll keep the tag image with your other photos of your stove at MOFFAT STOVE HISTORY & REPAIR; also displaying it may prompt comments from other readers who are familiar with older Moffat stoves.

If I were to guess I'd speculate that this was the 68th electric stove Moffat manufactured, perhaps in February 1911.

 

1934 Moffat Oven/Range

Hello All moffat fans,

I have an old moffat from I think 1934 and I am looking to find out more information about it.

Please find picture attached.

Any insight would be wonderful.

Kind regards

Dan

On 2020-07-19 by Dan Sheehan

by (mod) -

Nice 1930s Moffat range photo, Dan. Take a look inside the various doors and on the stove back and post photos of any data tags you find. (You can, sadly, just post 1 photo per comment, but of course you can post multiple comments).

 

What is this white switch on my 1949 Moffat electric stove front?

Marcel V said:

@Mark,
HI Mark. I just buy a 1949 and I'm starting my restoration project. Do you this switch? the white one?

Reply: that switch was for a warmer tray or oven.

Marcel

If you're referring to that white toggle switch (circled in red) usually that switch, as it does not include a temperature control, is not for a burner nor oven;

rather the switch typically controls a warming oven.

On other stoves similar switches control either a light, perhaps an oven light, on and off or in some re-wirings it may switch the utility receptacle to the right of the controls.

On late 1940s and early to mid 1950's Moffat stoves it was common to see a white toggle switch at the left of the control dials on the stove front, and a two-prong electrical receptacle utility outlet on stove front to the right of the controls - as shown in this except photo from a 1953 Moffat electric range [below] -

That white toggle switch (circled in red) switches an oven-light on and off.

This MOFFAT STOVE WIRING DIAGRAM from a 1950's Moffat clearly shows the oven light and the controlling switch.

 

1950's moffat roper super delux gas stove model number?

Hi, I'm trying to find where the model number would be on a 1950's moffat roper super delux gas stove. I've looked on the doors inside the oven...any ideas? Really just trying to find if a manual exists for this model. Thanks.

On 2020-01-07 by Susan

by (mod) -

usually there's a metal tag. It may be riveted to one of the sides of a door opening or drawer opening and occasionally maybe on the back of the appliance

1953 Moffat Oven Parts Wanted

Where can I find heating elements for a 1953 Moffat oven please. On 2018-11-09 by Clive Tucker

by (mod) -

See MOFFAT STOVE ELECTRIC BURNER REPLACEMENT

Links to manuals for older 1950s Moffat stoves that we could find are in the article above.

We continue to seek other Moffat stove manuals as well as to invite readers to submit copies. Sorry but thsts all we hzve.

The 1955 manual links in the article is as close as I've found for 1953.

Who will buy our 1958 Moffat stove?

Hello! We recently realized that our stove that we bought with our house 10 years ago.

The date on the back indicates its from 1958. I loved this oven, but its old, and I am not certain I trust the wiring anymore. Because I understand the value, is there anyplace that would buy this oven from us? Thank you! On 2018-12-04 by Michelle -

by (mod) - is there someone who will buy our 1958 Moffat Stove?

Possibly some of the suppliers listed in MOFFAT ELECTRIC RANGE REPAIR or I have also seen those stuff for sale on eBay.

 

1950s Moffatt Model 2200 Gas Stove

how to light the oven pilot on a moffatt 2200 gas stove circa 1950's ? On 2021-01-05 by tom

 

Where to find a switch for the warmer and handibroil on a 1950s Moffat stove?

I have a1950s Moffat Synchrochime range. Does anyone know where I can get the switch for the warmer and the handibroil located on the left side of the stove?

Or can this be rebuilt? Mine is cutting in and out.
Thanks On 2020-02-28 by Mark

by (mod) - Where to Get Moffat Stove Parts

Mark: see the Moffat parts sources listed

at MOFFAT STOVE HISTORY & REPAIR

 

Switches needed for 1950s Moffat Synchrochime range

I have a1950s Moffat Synchrochime range. Does anyone know where I can get the switch for the warmer and the Handibroil located on the left side of the stove?

Or can this be rebuilt? Mine is cutting in and out. Thanks (Feb 28, 2020) Mark said:

Reply:

Mark

I've added what we have on Moffat range parts at MOFFAT STOVE MANUALS, PARTS, SUPPLIERS

I'd be looking at a re-build using a close-replacement switch.

1959 Moffat Fiesta Stove with Rotissary stopped working

i have a 1959 moffat fiesta with rotissary , it stopped working . is there any replacements avallible . oven is on top with lazy susan and slide out burners On 2018-11-28 by dave morrison -

by mod

Dave

In the text of the article MOFFAT STOVE HISTORY & REPAIR we name a few suppliers who have sometimes spare parts in stock for Moffat stoves.

I'll see if I can collect some more and put them in a separate section there.

 

1960s Moffat Stove needs new burner

I have an older Moffat stove. The large burner requires replacement, but the original burner has 4 wires and the new burners have only 2. Does anyone have a comment? Thank You

Excellent! Love this website On 2020-06-24 by medicalbills2020

by (mod) - Moffat electric range top burner wiring details

Medic

On the original burner with four wires if probably used to separate 110 volt or 120 volt circuits to heat to or rather one of two concentric heating elements to give a range of temperatures at that burner.

When your new burner only has two terminals it's only going to heat one range. If you need to use that burner for sure that you cap off the unused wires so that you don't have an electrical short, shock injury or fire.

See MOFFAT STOVE ELECTRIC BURNER REPLACEMENT

 

1961 Moffat Fiesta complete with wiring diagram and owners manual! (Model BC-32)

I am now the proud owner of a 1961 Moffat Fiesta complete with wiring diagram and owners manual! (Model BC-32) The electrician who just added a ne Whitley for it, tested it out. Unfortunately there are 2 issues. 1) the small front burner tripped the fuse. The electrician took off the panel behind the controls and determined the temperature/on/off switch is grounding for some reason and should be replaced.

He left the switch disconnected. 2) the back burners also tripped the fuse. A spark came from the rear right corner of the drawer where the safety switch is.

(The safety switch prevents the back burners from heating up when the drawer is closed) He tested the safety switch as well as the temperature/on/off switches and could not find anything wrong. He suggested I don’t replace the fuse until it’s looked at by an appliance technician.

Do I have 2 questions; does any one know where I can get replacement switches and does anyone know a technician in or around Toronto that can repair this? Worst case, the electrician suggested I use one of the working temp switches from the back burner for the front burner. I would just have to deal with no back burners. Any advice would be great! Thanks!!

(Correction - “ The electrician who just added a NEW OUTLET for it, tested it out” On 2021-05-31 by Corrinna -

by mak.church (mod)

@Corrinna,

- temp fix: take the electrician's advice

- longer term fix, or if you can wait: buy a repair switch that fits, doesn't match exactly, but works, and install that - there are a lot of online vendors of replacement controls for electric stove burners

- and live with that unless you're trying to do a historic restoration - in which case there are online vendors on eBay and elsewhere who occasionally have used Moffat controls for sale.

We don't have a specific referral in Toronto, but there are indeed appliance repair technicians in Toronto who can repair an electric stove. It's often possible to replace a hard-to-find electrical switch with a generic model that works perfectly well.

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Also if you could contact us by email to provide a PDF of the wiring diagram and owners manual that would be very helpful to other readers who own similar Moffat Fiesta stoves.

 

Cat on a hot tin 1960s / 1970s Moffat stove

Any idea what year this was made ? No date anywhere

On 2021-09-19 by Anonymous -

by inspectapedia.com.moderator (mod) - how old is this Moffat stove

@Anonymous,

Probably 1960s or early 1970s.

Unless that's an asbestos cat I hope you move it before turning on the burners.

1964 Crossley Moffat Stove Model 30K260.

I have a crossley by Moffat model 30 k 260. It has a upper broiler and rotisserie
Was made in 1964.

Looking for instructions and possibly some parts. If you know where I could get any info on it that would be great. Looking to restore it. On 2018-07-04 by Rose

by (mod) - Moffat model 30 k 260

Rose,

I'll keep your request here and perhaps someone who has a Moffat manual will post or email-to me a PDF copy. I've been looking for Moffat manuals to provide free to our readers for some time now with little success.

Occasionally I find a web page or dealer offering a copy of a Moffat manual at a stunningly high price that, combined with doubt about what will be received, has left me hesitant.

There are also online Moffat parts vendors who sometimes have parts.

I have also on occasion shopped on eBay and purchased entire appliances or sub-assemblies to get a hold of a much-needed part. That's not the most economical approach but can be all that remains of options.

Attach some photos of your Moffat to a comment or two - that may help. Use the Add Image button.

by Rose

Thanks for your advice I will add some pics

 

1966 Moffat Gourmet stove is 30L260W, Serial number 001285.

I have Mom’s Moffat Gourmet electric range with rotisserie on top.There are ten glass fuses in a row on the rear vertical surface a foot above the cooktop elements. The fuses are green behind a stainless steel trim piece which is attached by two threaded knobs. The oven kept blowing fuses whenever I turned it on.

The oven elements checked out OK; and I have ordered a new generic oven thermostat control. I found it at <appliance parts hq.ca> P/N 6700S0011. Hope this helps someone, since this stove is over fifty years old, dating from about 1966. It is dark brown in colour. Cheers!

The model number of the brown Moffat Gourmet stove is 30L260W, Serial number 001285.

How about that spelling checker! I wrote “Fuses are hidden behind a stainless steel trim piece...” They are, of course, different colours; green for the oven, 30 Amps, and there are two of them; third from the left, and third from the right.

Make sure to flip the breaker off at the electrical panel before you open up the back of the stove, because there is a bare copper wire ( bus bar) running horizontally feeding 240 volts to those fuses; and I got nipped through the finger on it some years ago. It felt Hot! On 2019-04-18 by Jimmy Fair

by (mod) -

Thanks for the interesting details, J.F. - those will doubtless help other readers.

If you like you can post a photo of your Moffat stove or fuses or stove-parts - one image per comment using the Add Image button to show the details.

 

 

Vintage E37A Moffat range Nidek E37A Serial No. 21445 made in Canada?

Hi there. I have purchased a beautiful vintage E37A Moffat range ( as above) .

I am trying to find what year it was manufactured. Serial number is hard to decifer but it is either 21445 or 2/445.

Would this have been imported from Canada? And if checked by an electrician will it still be safe to use?

I have been reading alot of old stoves were lined with asbestos. Is this a problem? Would be very grateful for your advice. Your sincerely , Beau Montgomery On 2019-03-03 by Beau Montgomery -

by (mod) -

Beau

I'm not sure about the decoding of the S/N of your Moffat range;

Yes it's most likely your stove was made in Canada as that was Moffat's address and facility.

regarding safe use, there are several things your electrician can check and if necessary repair or replace including

- actual electrical wires and connections

- controls (replacement parts are sometimes available as cited in the article above)

- temperature sensors (ditto)

I'd be glad to see a photo of your E37A and of its data tags

 

How to snap the range top back in place on a Moffat Range

How do you get the range top to snap back in place after lifting it to clean. 2019/09/11 Ben

Reply:

Ben

Take a look under the front and sides of the stove top to see the location of the spring clips that hold a typical stovetop in place.

See how the clips in the stop top align with the holes in the stove base (or vice versa) and fix any mis-alignment:

You may need to use a thin blade such as a putty knife to push the face of one or more clips to slip exactly into their respective matching openings.

Attach photos of your stovetop and clips and clip openings and I can comment further.

How do I disconnect a "hard-wired" electric stove?

How do you disconnect a hard wired 1960 vintage moffat electric stove On 2019-01-02 by Robert

by (mod) - how To disconnect ANY hard-wired electric stove

Robert

To disconnect ANY hard-wired electric stove you need to

1. go to the main electrical panel and find the fuses or breakers powering the stove circuit. Typically there will be at least one and probably only one circuit, providing 220VAC to the appliance.

2 Turn off the breakers or pull the cartridge fuses if those are used to power the stove.

3. Use a DMM, VOM, or voltage tester at the stove wiring junction box to confirm that power is OFF - by testing both between leads and between each lead and ground.

This will mean pulling the stove forward enough to see and access its electrical wire connections in a junction box - typically in the wall behind the stove. There has to be enough slack wire to give this access - otherwise I'm not sure how anyone could have connected the stove in the first place.

Normally the circuit bringing power to the stove will end in a junction box in the wall behind the stove, and wires from the stove itself connect between stove and the wires in the junction box. (Nicer installations used a 240VAC plug connector).

You should not have to open or disassemble the stove itself, though I suppose there may be some electric stove, range, or oven models where that's necessary.

Watch out: making a mistake can kill you or burn down the house. So if you are not trained and comfortable doing such tests then don't try it - hire a licensed electrician to drop power for you.

4. With power OFF to the stove and confirmed OFF,

then you can disconnect the stove wires from the circuit wires.

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