This gas range oven igniter is a flat-style component designed to initiate the heating process by glowing and igniting the gas for the bake burner. Essential for proper oven function, it ensures consistent and reliable heat for baking and broiling. Compatible with a wide range of models across brands such as Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Kenmore, and others, this igniter addresses common issues including no heat, weak flame, uneven cooking, or delayed ignition. If the igniter glows but fails to light the burner, or if the oven doesn’t respond or heat evenly, replacement may be necessary. Before installation, disconnect power, shut off the gas supply, and verify compatibility with your appliance model. Handle the igniter carefully, as it is fragile.
This gas range oven igniter is a flat-style component designed to initiate the heating process by glowing and igniting the gas for the bake burner. Essential for proper oven function, it ensures consistent and reliable heat for baking and broiling. Compatible with a wide range of models across brands such as Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Kenmore, and others, this igniter addresses common issues including no heat, weak flame, uneven cooking, or delayed ignition. If the igniter glows but fails to light the burner, or if the oven doesn’t respond or heat evenly, replacement may be necessary. Before installation, disconnect power, shut off the gas supply, and verify compatibility with your appliance model. Handle the igniter carefully, as it is fragile.
What this part fixes:
- Element will not heat
- Gas igniter glows, but will not light
- Little to no heat when baking
Installation Instructions
David from Temple Terrace, FL
Ignitor was bad on upper oven
First I removed the lower tray and all parts covering the ignitor on the upper oven. 2. Then I removed the screws holding down the ignitor and flame distributor. 3. I then had to pull out the oven from the wall and remove the back panel to expose the wires connecting the ignitor. This required the removal of about six screws but they
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were fairly easy to get to. 4. I disconnected the ignitor from the back panel then went around to the front of the oven and pulled out the ignitor and all of the attached parts. 5. Here's the tricky part. The screws holding the ignitor in place had fused from the heat and then the threads stripped when I tried to remove them. I had to use a dremel tool and cutting wheel to carefully cut the screws off and then went to buy some replacement screws from the hardware store. 6. I replaced them with a nut and a bolt, to hopefully avoid the same problem for later replacement if necessary. 7. I then replaced everything the same way it came out and all is working like new!
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