When the old element blew, the contacts inside the switch welded together by the rush of power before the fuse blew. You need to replace the thermostat switch. To prove it just turn the thermostat switch on & off slowly. You should hear a distinct click when it turns on. No click means it is permanently on.
Lincoln Appliance NZ
February 2012
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