Customer Questions and Answers for Oven Burner Ignitor by Whirlpool

The Oven Burner Ignitor is an OEM part for Whirlpool ranges. This part ignites the gas burner in the oven, providing the necessary spark to start the combustion process that heats the oven.  

Causes of a bad oven burner ignitor can include wear and tear from regular use, buildup of food debris or grease, or electrical issues such as a burned-out element or faulty connections. 

Symptoms of a bad oven burner ignitor include:

• The oven not heating up or taking a long time to reach the set temperature
• The ignitor not glowing or sparking
• Unusual clicking or buzzing noises during ignition attempts
• The smell of gas without ignition when the oven is turned on

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.