Troubleshooting A Gas Range

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August/September 1994
By Katie and Gene Hamilton 
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If the pilot flame is not steady and at least 1/8" above the pilot-light shield, it should be adjusted. Trace the gas supply line running to the pilot light in front of the stove. Where the tube joins the other valves, you will probably see an adjustment screw. Use a screwdriver to turn it counterclock wise to increase the pilot-light size. If after relighting the pilot, the burners do not work, call your gas company.

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Electronic ignition stove-top burner doesn't light?

Most modern ranges have electronic ignition, recognizable by a clicking sound when you turn the burner on. If you hear the click, but the burner does not light, you may have a dirty pilot light electrode (a small, pointed metal rod between the tubes that lead to the burners).

First unplug the range, then clean the electrodes. Use a small brush to clean anything blocking the igniter. To reach it you may have to remove the metal bridge or cover over the electrode.

Oven burner doesn't light?

The oven pilot light is usually located in the back of the oven. You can see it if you open the broiler compartment. If it has gone out, clean and relight it by following the steps outlined above for the stove-top burner light. Use a long wooden match to relight the oven pilot.

-Adapted from: Quick Fix Home Repair Manual (HarperCollins, 1989) by Katie & Gene Hamilton. Copyright © 1990 by Katie & Gene Hamilton.

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