Rob Does the 3.3/3.6 AMPS at the very bottom of the label on the gas safety valve (part AP4513972) mean the amp draw range for the igniter should be between 3.3-3.6 amps? Does the igniter have to be changed if it is .1 or .2 amps below 3.3? Thanks
Answer Hello Rob, glow bar ignitors on a 120v circuit should draw 3.3-3.6 amps (3.6 amps when new) in use to be able to open the gas safety valve coil. If the amp draw is low (ignitor is worn out/weak) meaning its draw is under 3.3 amps the gas valve may not open. This is due to the design, that is, if the ignitor is not glowing hot enough to to ignite the gas flow in the burner tube the gas valve will not open. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Monday, November 4, 2019