if a bleed resistor was present to discharge residual voltage

Contractor-Ready Installation: Features 18-inch high-temperature fiberglass insulated leads and standard 1/4-inch terminals for a rapid swap-out

A reading of infinity indicates a cracked or failed element

Terminals 1 and 2 should show near 0 ohms when de-energized

Robertshaw 5300-732 Thermostat Els PW 17895 if a bleed resistor wasThe Robertshaw 5300 732 Thermostat is a high performance KX Series Pilot Duty control engineered for demanding commercial cooking and industrial heating applications. Featuring a 200F to 400F temperature range, this snap acting SPST thermostat provides precise thermal regulation by breaking the circuit on temperature rise. The 36 inch capillary and 3 8" x 5 5 8" nickel plated bulb ensure accurate sensing and durability in high heat environments.