Kitchen Gas Appliances - Kitcheaid stovetop - long delay between sparks
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oshkosh
10-10-08, 09:58 AM
Hi,
I have a Kitcheaid in-countertop gas stove. Recently the delay between the sparks when I turn on the gas has gotten much longer. It's about one spark every five seconds. Meanwhile the gas is pouring out. Could it be a bad ground somewhere? Do I need a new spark module? It uses a Whirlpool spark module #4454392 if that helps any. Thanks in advance?
I have a Kitcheaid in-countertop gas stove. Recently the delay between the sparks when I turn on the gas has gotten much longer. It's about one spark every five seconds. Meanwhile the gas is pouring out. Could it be a bad ground somewhere? Do I need a new spark module? It uses a Whirlpool spark module #4454392 if that helps any. Thanks in advance?
Sharp Advice
10-13-08, 05:50 AM
Hello oshkosh. Welcome to Gas Appliances topic and our Do-It-Yourself Web Site.
Based upon the problems description and making an assumption the electrical current, from the wall receptacle has the correct polarity and is properly grounded, the spark module is defective. Replacing that part should resolve the problem.
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.
Cautionary Reminder Note:
Before attempting any repairs, be sure to unplug the appliance from the wall receptacle power source first.
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Based upon the problems description and making an assumption the electrical current, from the wall receptacle has the correct polarity and is properly grounded, the spark module is defective. Replacing that part should resolve the problem.
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.
Cautionary Reminder Note:
Before attempting any repairs, be sure to unplug the appliance from the wall receptacle power source first.
Read The Sticky Help Note In This Topic:
Range-Stove-Oven-Broiler Basic Help Information & Manufacturers Web Sites. http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?t=159808
Use the reply button to add additional information or questions. Using the reply button keeps or moves the topic back up to the top of the list automatically and keeps all communications on this subject in this thread.
Regards and Good Luck. Web Site Host, Moderator Hiring Agent, Gas Appliances Topic Moderator, Multiple Forums Moderator & Natural Gas Appliance Diagnostics Technician.
Personal Driving Safety Reminder: Buckle Up & Drive Safely.
"The Life You Save, May Be Your Own."