I ran across some info. on the Tappan 400 Series stoves. Up until now, I have focused on older Tappans, but these all-in-one units are very cool and it's fun to see what features Tappan carried forward and what features changed over time.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Fabulous 400
I am going to take a short little break from posting photos of readers' stoves. Don't worry, I still have quite a few of reader's stoves in queue to post.
I ran across some info. on the Tappan 400 Series stoves. Up until now, I have focused on older Tappans, but these all-in-one units are very cool and it's fun to see what features Tappan carried forward and what features changed over time.
I ran across some info. on the Tappan 400 Series stoves. Up until now, I have focused on older Tappans, but these all-in-one units are very cool and it's fun to see what features Tappan carried forward and what features changed over time.
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ReplyDeleteI don't have a Tappan but I do have a Hardwick from the 50s and I am looking high and low for someone in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area who repairs these old stoves, or at least stocks a whole bunch of parts. I apologize if this is somewhere else in your blog. Have you got any leads? Thanks!
I haven't been able to locate anyone that specifically repairs old stoves in Minneapolis. I have found that if you don't lead with the info. that you have a vintage stove....ask the questions....then off handedly mention the stove it older...you will have better luck.
ReplyDeleteYou might contact this place for parts. I'm not familiar with Hardwick (other than having one in my former house), so I don't know how readily available parts are. Old Appliance Club I have purchased items from them and they are very helpful.
I have this exact unit shown above, Tappan 400 series debutante. The left oven temp sensor has failed and melted the wires and sensor beyond repair. Any help for parts or service in the Orlando, Fl area would be greatly appreciated.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dean
Dean - There is a guy on ebay that sells Tappan 400 parts. His screen name is 54monroe. I have bought from him in the past and he has been very reasonable & responsive. I'd email him and ask him about your part. Once you have the part, it's just a matter of having an appliance person install it.
ReplyDeleteSorry it has taken so long to post back...54monroe had the parts I needed and I have installed them. Thanks for posting the contact info.
ReplyDeleteI also have this stove and the oven has stopped working.
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone know what may be the problem or what I should look for.
I really would like to fix it but am not sure what part I may need.
Thanks, Adi
I have a fabulous 400. It is great! I had to rewire the burners once, but after that is has been working great.
ReplyDeleteHas anyone ever seen a modern version of this unit? My folks have the original but it is beyond repair and they love it - we have tried all the major manufacturers but no one seems to make something like this anymore. Any ideas?
ReplyDeleteHi I have a Tappan 400 Fabulous Virulite Electric stove from the 60's. Works great but a part broke. It a piece that holda the door on (made of plated white metal).
ReplyDeleteAny ideas who might have replacement parts?
Thanks
Antiqueappliances.com is the man to talk to about parts and anything to do with vintage appliances. I just got off the phone with him and he knows his stuff! He's located in GA, and an absolute treat to talk to. I have the rarer 30" Fabulous 400, and he just gave me all the background on it plus info on someone who rebuilds parts for them.
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