Poor Temperatures or No Heat in  Gas Ovens

Most modern ovens now have electric ignitors to light the gas . This is an energy-saving feature which saves a cubic foot of gas per day over the standing-pilot models! These ignitors are very delicate and usually last only 5-8 years before they must be replaced. These ignitors glow brightly to light the gas from the electric gas valve. When the ignitors begin to get weak, they may still glow, but the current produced is not enough to open the gas valve. Occasionally, the valve may open, but only after several minutes have passed. The ignitor is connected to a safety valve which looks something like this: Do not apply voltage directly to the gas valve, as it only uses about 3.3 volts supplied thru the ignitor. Most times, the gas valve is perfectly fine. You can use an OHM meter to check continuity thru the two terminals to be sure. Ignitors are very easy to replace. Just remember NOT to touch the black part of the new one with your fingers! It would be enough to shatter it once heat was applied.

Replacement Oven Ignitors This popular ignitor will replace many* older style ignitors, and is easy to install!   Complete with instructions, only $49.95 *Replaces long and short ignitors for Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, Magic Chef, Jenn-Air, Norge, Hardwick, Roper, Kitchen-Aid and Amana ovens.      Does not replace the  round-style ignitor,   but we carry all of these styles as well.      Check your model number in our parts lookup section for the correct ignitor for your oven.   Not sure which one you need? Oven igniters on sale now! Round or flat design for any oven.  CLICK HERE !   Our distributors carry parts for most brands at 27 warehouse locations. Call our Toll-Free Parts Hotline and see how easy ordering appliance parts can be! Call 1-800-507-4040

 

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