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danwink
11-25-05, 02:09 PM
Hello everyone! Thanks for a great forum.
I tried an initial search but did not see anything similar to my problem.
We bought a GE Profile XL44 about 2 years ago. The oven has been in service for about 18 months.
Recently, when the oven is started, it will not preheat normally. Sometimes it will work fine, othertimes it may take 30 minutes for the gas to start. The glowbar appears to be working normally, it will heat up within seconds of starting the stove.
The broiler works normally, and the cooktop burners are fine also.
I figure there is a sensor somewhere that tells the oven to start the gas flow when it feels the glow bar is up to speed, does that sound right? Any other ideas here?
I tried an initial search but did not see anything similar to my problem.
We bought a GE Profile XL44 about 2 years ago. The oven has been in service for about 18 months.
Recently, when the oven is started, it will not preheat normally. Sometimes it will work fine, othertimes it may take 30 minutes for the gas to start. The glowbar appears to be working normally, it will heat up within seconds of starting the stove.
The broiler works normally, and the cooktop burners are fine also.
I figure there is a sensor somewhere that tells the oven to start the gas flow when it feels the glow bar is up to speed, does that sound right? Any other ideas here?
Sharp Advice
11-26-05, 06:08 AM
Hello danwink and Welcome to the Do It Yourself Web Site and my Gas Appliances topic.
Chances are the Hot Surface Ignitior (HSI) is to weak to ignite gas. Replace it. Only option as the first attempt to fix the problem. The sensor is the HSI and if it is not hot enough the gas valve will not open, thus the symtom you described results. Read the sticky note provided below in a link.
Cautionary Note:
Before attempting any repairs, be sure to unplug the appliance from the wall receptacle power source first.
Help Link: Range-Stove-Oven-Broiler Basic Help Information & Manufacturers Web Sites: http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?t=159808
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Kitchen Appliance Parts:
http://www.parts-depot.online.com
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Chances are the Hot Surface Ignitior (HSI) is to weak to ignite gas. Replace it. Only option as the first attempt to fix the problem. The sensor is the HSI and if it is not hot enough the gas valve will not open, thus the symtom you described results. Read the sticky note provided below in a link.
Cautionary Note:
Before attempting any repairs, be sure to unplug the appliance from the wall receptacle power source first.
Help Link: Range-Stove-Oven-Broiler Basic Help Information & Manufacturers Web Sites: http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?t=159808
More help here:
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
Read the related links to the right of this forum topic too... :)
Use the reply button to add additional information or questions. Using this method keeps or moves 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.
Personal Safety Reminder:
Buckle Up & Drive Safely.
"The Life You Save, May Be Your Own."