Customer Questions and Answers for Ignition Switch With Shield (Surface Burner), Single by Whirlpool

This surface burner ignition switch with protective shield mounts on the gas valve stem. When you turn the knob, it closes the circuit to the spark module to ignite the burner and the shield helps protect the switch from spills. What it does:

• Triggers the spark module to create a spark when the surface burner knob is turned
• Shield helps protect the switch from moisture, grease, and heat
• Typical symptoms of a failed switch: no spark, intermittent sparking, or continuous clicking
• One switch is used per burner valve; replace only the failed switch(es)

• 1 ignition switch with protective shield

• Disconnect electrical power and shut off gas supply before servicing
• Pull the knob straight off and remove the control/manifold panel to access the switch
• Transfer wires one at a time to the new switch; align on the valve stem and position the shield correctly
• Reassemble, restore power and gas, and verify proper spark at each burner