Customer Questions and Answers for Ignition Device by Bosch

The Ignition Device is an OEM part for Bosch gas cooktops. This ignitor is responsible for sparking the burners to safely ignite the gas flow and initiate the cooking process.

The ignition device works through a high-voltage electrical arc that produces a spark near each gas burner valve whenever a cooktop burner is turned on. This spark reliably ignites the gas, allowing full and consistent burner flame.

Causes of a bad ignition device can include defects in the electronic components, wear and tear of the electrode tips over time, or issues preventing a strong enough spark from occurring.

Symptoms of a bad ignition device include:

• Burners that will not light or remain lit
• Repeated lighting attempts required before a flame is produced
• Inconsistent or intermittent ignition between burners
• Burners that light but then extinguish unexpectedly

This OEM Bosch part is also compatible with Thermador, Gaggenau, and some Kenmore models.