In this example, add the balances to get a total balance of $1,175,000. Divide each loan balance by the total balance to determine the weight of each loan. In this example, divide $300,000 by $1,175,000 to get a weight of 0.255 for the first loan.
Replacing a bad burner element. 1  If the problem is the plug-in element, raise it up slightly and pull it straight out. 2  Check the contacts of the element prongs for cleanliness and damage. If they are clean and undamaged, reinsert the element and turn it on to test it. 3  If the element is wired directly, you will have to raise the cooktop.
1 Buy a stove gasket replacement kit for your make and model of stove. 2  The kit will include a precut gasket and stove gasket cement in one package. 3  Replace a worn stove door gasket before the start of the heating season.4  Clean any excess gasket adhesive off surfaces with a wet cloth before the adhesive dries.. Cut a length of braided stove gasket material equal to the length of the gasket groove, plus 1 inch. Apply a bead of stove gasket adhesive Â½ inch wide along the entire length of the gasket groove.