Customer Questions and Answers for Front Orifice Holder by Ge

The Front orifice holder is an OEM replacement part for GE gas ranges/cooktops. This part is located under the cooktop, beneath the burner. It supplies the gas to the stovetop and houses the natural gas or propane orifice.

Causes of a malfunctioning front orifice holder can be worn over time, cracks or damage from accidental impacts or mishandling, or blockages within the gas channels.

Symptoms of a bad front orifice holder include:

• Uneven or inconsistent burner flame sizes
• Difficulties maintaining or reaching desired cooking temperatures
• Higher gas usage for no apparent reason
• Smells of gas inside or around the appliance

This OEM GE part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.