Whirlpool gas stove oven will not light.
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08-03-08, 01:31 PM
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Whirlpool gas stove oven will not light.
I have a 7-8 year old Whirlpool gave range and the oven just stopped working. No heat whatsoever and the gas does not come on. Any sugestion would be appreciated.
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08-04-08, 05:38 AM
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Hello bungalowman. Welcome to the Gas Appliances topic and the Do-It-Yourself Web Site.
Be sure all oven controls are set correctly first.
Most likely the HSI (Hot Surface Igniter) isn't glowing or isn't glowing HOT enough to ignite gas. Replacing the HSI (glow igniter) should resolve the problem.
Read the sticky note. Link below.
Additional Advice and Information Here:
Read the Range-Stove-Oven-Broiler Basic Help Informational Sticky Note, in this forums topic, for more detailed information.
Range-Stove-Oven-Broiler Basic Help Information, Fault Codes & Mfg's Web Site Links http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?t=159808
Retail appliance parts dealers can also help determine what the possible problem may be also. They will need the make, model an serial numbers. Appliance parts dealers are an excellent source for original replacement parts. Dealers are listed in the phone book under appliances.
"Be sure the electrical power and the gas supply to the appliance is turned off, before attempting any repairs. Always check for gas leaks whenever the appliance is moved and/or a repair includes any connection of a gas part."
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Be sure all oven controls are set correctly first.
Most likely the HSI (Hot Surface Igniter) isn't glowing or isn't glowing HOT enough to ignite gas. Replacing the HSI (glow igniter) should resolve the problem.
Read the sticky note. Link below.
Additional Advice and Information Here:
Read the Range-Stove-Oven-Broiler Basic Help Informational Sticky Note, in this forums topic, for more detailed information.
Range-Stove-Oven-Broiler Basic Help Information, Fault Codes & Mfg's Web Site Links http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?t=159808
Retail appliance parts dealers can also help determine what the possible problem may be also. They will need the make, model an serial numbers. Appliance parts dealers are an excellent source for original replacement parts. Dealers are listed in the phone book under appliances.
"Be sure the electrical power and the gas supply to the appliance is turned off, before attempting any repairs. Always check for gas leaks whenever the appliance is moved and/or a repair includes any connection of a gas part."
Kindly use the reply button to post all replies, add additional information or ask additional questions when replies are posted. Using this method moves and/or keeps the topic back up to the top of the list of questions automatically and keeps all content on the same subject within one thread.
Web Site Host, Gas Appliances Topic Moderator & Multiple Forums Moderator. Energy Conservation Consultant & Natural Gas Appliance Diagnostics and Repair Technician.
Personal Driving Safety Reminder:
Buckle Up & Drive Safely. "The Life You Save, May Be Your Own."
