Category Archives: oven

Problem:  Gas oven will not heat up

Possible Cause: [easyazon_link cloaking=”default” keywords=”gas oven igniter” localization=”default” locale=”US” nofollow=”default” new_window=”default” tag=”tdiy008-20″]Igniter may have failed[/easyazon_link]  (Order one on Amazon here)

Goal:  Troubleshoot to confirm problem, then repair.  See steps below.

Video Update: At 7:00 of the video, an important step is skipped.  See How to Remove the Ignitor here.

Safety:

• As always, use appropriate care and caution.
• Ensure gas supply is turned off

Tools and Supplies:  

• Replacement Igniter
• Needle-nose Pliers
• Screwdrivers
• Flashlight
• Small wrenches and/or socket set

Troubleshooting:

1. Confirm that gas is supplied to the oven by turning on burner and broiler
2. Find gas supply line (start by removing bottom drawer or panel if there is one on your oven)
3. Figure out where gas is being supplied and where it is not supplied
4. Confirm that gas regulator safety switch is not turned off
5. Check that igniter is functioning properly
   1. Find wires for igniter and access igniter at bottom of oven
   2. Turn on oven to see if igniter lights. If it doesn’t ignite, the issue is narrowed down to the igniter
   3. Check wires to ensure they are secure and not damaged
6. Once the problem igniter is identified, it can be replaced

Repairs: 

1. Remove old igniter
2. [easyazon_link cloaking=”default” keywords=”gas oven igniter” localization=”default” locale=”US” nofollow=”default” new_window=”default” tag=”tdiy008-20″]Purchase replacement igniter[/easyazon_link]
3. Install igniter and confirm oven is functioning

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