Alma / Jul 13 2009 9:50 am. Our magic chef is 4 years old, the heater needs replacement but this part is discontinued therefore, its a trash now. Whirlpool said they will replace the unit on pro-rate basis, so after numerous calls and frustrating .... IF I fax an itemized food loss Maytag will review it HAHA.! I am using a cooler to keep a few perishables and I have to take vacation time every time they come for service. I am SCREWED! I don't know where to turn for help. ...