Kitchen Gas Appliances - How to replace a gas oven igniter?
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bigmama
11-09-05, 02:31 PM
I have a GE XL44 (jgbp30wea5ww) whose oven doesn't work, though the broiler does. OVen Igniter coil doesn't glow at all, and thermostat seems OK, since red "preheated" light goes on if I heat up the oven using broiler, and then switch to "bake". Should I try to replace the igniter? I have looked under the oven floor, and one igniter wire seem to be connected to the gas flow valve via a small white tube-like connector. This connector connects the fabric-insulated wire from igniter to the plastic-insulated wires used in cooler environments. Is it just a connector, or could it be a fuse? What is the easiest way to connect a replacement igniter? Do I use wire connection caps? Do I need high-temp ones? Where should I make connections? Any advice much appreciated.
Thanks,
Bigmama
Thanks,
Bigmama
Sharp Advice
11-09-05, 06:12 PM
Hello Bigmama and Welcome to the Do It Yourself Web Site and my Gas Appliances topic.
You can replace the ignitor yourself. First unplug the appliance. Loosen or remove the screws securing the glow ignitor. Follow the two wires attached to the ignitor. At the end farthest from the ignitor will be a wire pull apart quick disconect.
Disconnect the ignitor at that point. Install the new ignitor exactly as you found the existing coil. Replace each part in reverse order. Plug in the appliance and turn it on. The burner now should work.
Be advise that some new replacement ignitors do not come with quick disconnect ends. In this case, it's okay to cut off the quick disconnect from the old ignitor and attach it to the new ignitor.
Simply clip off the wires several inches above the disconnect on the old ignitor, attach to the wires of the new ignitor and wire nut the two ends together. Repeat the process to attach the other set of wires and wire nut them together. There is no postive nor negative {polarity} to be concerned with.
Glow ignitors are fragile & they break easily. Handle and install the new ignitor carefully. Glowing hot surface ignitors are a non returnable and non refundable electric componet.
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http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?threadid=159808.
Retail parts dealers and appliances parts stores can also help determine what the possible problem may be based upon that specific brand and model. Bring the make, model and serial numbers. Dealers and appliances parts stores are listed in the phone book.
Additional Suggestions:
Read the manufacturers online web site for product information, problem possibilities, causes, solving methods, part locations, disassembly, reassembly methods, repair procedures, pictorials, schematics, repair and or owners manuals which may be available online.
Advertisers & Sponsors Web Sites:
Appliance Parts, Pictures & Help:
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http://www.pcappliancerepair.com
Appliances Parts:
http://www.RepairClinic.com
Kitchen Appliance Parts:
http://www.parts-depot.online.com
Whirlpool Appliance Parts: (with pictures & diagrams)
http://www.AppliancePartsPro.com
Cautionary Note:
Before attempting any mechanical repairs, be sure to unplug the appliance from the wall receptacle power source first.
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You can replace the ignitor yourself. First unplug the appliance. Loosen or remove the screws securing the glow ignitor. Follow the two wires attached to the ignitor. At the end farthest from the ignitor will be a wire pull apart quick disconect.
Disconnect the ignitor at that point. Install the new ignitor exactly as you found the existing coil. Replace each part in reverse order. Plug in the appliance and turn it on. The burner now should work.
Be advise that some new replacement ignitors do not come with quick disconnect ends. In this case, it's okay to cut off the quick disconnect from the old ignitor and attach it to the new ignitor.
Simply clip off the wires several inches above the disconnect on the old ignitor, attach to the wires of the new ignitor and wire nut the two ends together. Repeat the process to attach the other set of wires and wire nut them together. There is no postive nor negative {polarity} to be concerned with.
Glow ignitors are fragile & they break easily. Handle and install the new ignitor carefully. Glowing hot surface ignitors are a non returnable and non refundable electric componet.
STOVES-RANGES-OVENS-BROILERS
For additional helpful information:
http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?threadid=159808.
Retail parts dealers and appliances parts stores can also help determine what the possible problem may be based upon that specific brand and model. Bring the make, model and serial numbers. Dealers and appliances parts stores are listed in the phone book.
Additional Suggestions:
Read the manufacturers online web site for product information, problem possibilities, causes, solving methods, part locations, disassembly, reassembly methods, repair procedures, pictorials, schematics, repair and or owners manuals which may be available online.
Advertisers & Sponsors Web Sites:
Appliance Parts, Pictures & Help:
http://www.PartSelect.com
Appliances Parts & Help:
http://www.pcappliancerepair.com
Appliances Parts:
http://www.RepairClinic.com
Kitchen Appliance Parts:
http://www.parts-depot.online.com
Whirlpool Appliance Parts: (with pictures & diagrams)
http://www.AppliancePartsPro.com
Cautionary Note:
Before attempting any mechanical repairs, be sure to unplug the appliance from the wall receptacle power source first.
Use the reply button to add additional information or questions. Using this method keeps the topic back up to the top of the list automatically.
Web Site Host, Forums Monitor, Web Sites Moderator Hiring Agent, Gas Appliances Topic Moderator & Multiple Forums Moderator & Natural Gas Appliance Diagnostics Technician.